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-'^i---- «^ THE FLESHERTON ADVANCE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2, 193S 5' / « * ♦ t t t f i ^^ 1 f -^ II 5'' LOCAL DISTRICT NEWS MAXWELL PRICEVILLE Your correspondent and his better half spent a pleasant Christmas with their daughters and huabatuLs and in- ferestinK families, besides many •.'..! time friends. line fine lantern slides, and de- scriptive 'matter given in excellent Voice by Mrs. F. G. Karstedt gave fine satisfaction on Sunday. Un- lavorabk' weather and holiday ab- sentees affected the attendance. A .Watch-night service was held at St. Columba's manse on New Year's eve, when 1934 with all it.s cares and sorrows passed into eternity. Hymns, fcilent individual prayer and a dis- course by the pastor. Rev. J. \y. Johnston was had. "IThe final mom- ent came just at the conclusion of a hymn. Mr. Andrew Ford, somewhat better the last few days, was not feeling so well on 'Monday. We hope foe the best. Mr. Lachlan Mc.A.rthur is iniprv<v- ing nicely from his recent illness. A Happy and Prosperous New Year to the editor, staff and all dear read- ers. CEYLON Happy New^ Year to editor, staff and readers. 1|he annual meeting of the Pres- bj'terian congregation will be held on Januar- 14, at 2 p.m., when it is hoped for a "ood turn out. Messrs. David and Clifford Hincks spent a few days in TBoronto, the latter attending a convention and also visiting friends. Mr. Neilbert McKenzie of Dromore spent a few dajjs at his home. Miss Jean J^fLean and friend ot â- jQoronto spent Christma.s at the hcrne of her father. Mrs. Lachie McKinnon spent Christ- mas in T^oronto with her sister, Mrs. -Chas. McKinnon. Congratulations to Mr. Allan Mc- Innis and Miss Mildred Cupples, who were married on Saturday. BORN â€" On Tjhursday, December 27, in Toronto, to Mr. and Mrs. John Cook (nee Mabel Nichol) a son. Mr. and Mrs. John Nichol and fam- ily, Mr. and Mrs. Emerson Benn€tt â-  and Mr. and Mrs. Dan L. McArthur spent Christmas at Mr. Thos. Nich- ol's. Ilhe Carson family spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. Art. Richardson of Swinton Park. Mr. and Mrs. John Nichol Jr., and family visited on Sunday at the home of Mr. Dan L. McArthur in the Glen, The funeral of the late Mr. John and Miss .â- Vlice McDougall is being held today, Monday, with service being held in the Presbyterian church. Mrs. Dan Campbell left on Monday to spend a week visiting her sister, Mrs. George McLellan, at Niagara Falls. Mr. Elmer Neun spent Christmas with friends near Portlaw. Th© annual school meeting came off quietly inside the school room here, though wild and stormy outside. Mr. Archie Mc.A.rthur of the town- line was re-elected as trustee, hav- ing served one year previously, in place of Mr. Wra. Burnett who re- signed. The gre^t railway tragedy at Dun- das is brought home to us here more foi-cibly, when we learned with sad- ness that Mr. John McDougall, one time resident in this locality, and his fine clever daughter were victims of the appalling disaster. The funer- al took place this Monday on the arrival of the noon train. Service was held in the Pi-esbyterian church, conducted by Rev. N. McDonald, as- sisted by Rev. J. \V. Johnston o_f St. Columba' United, who led in prayer. Rev. N. McDonald preached a fine comforting sermon, "Thou shalt guide me with strength and afterwards re- ceive me into glory," being the text. He also paid tribute to the worth of both of the deceased, and the delight both took in the Gaelic services which he had held. The daughter took an active interest in noble work, and he expressed the feelings of those pres- ent in mourning the loss of those whom we knew and loved. The fine casket and front of the platform was literally co\'ered with flowers, of some two dozen or more groi^ps, beautiful in the extreme. The choir of nine voices sang sweetly a selection, the refrain of which was, "We shall meet some sweet day bya and bye." Miss Bessie Cairns of Markdale spent New Years at her home here. Mr. Thos. Hutchinson, Calvin and I Ward have returned from visiting in I Kimiberley. I Mrs. A. S. Muir spent the week end in Orangeville, Service in the church was with- drawn on Sunday owing to the iUnes.-- of Rev. Mr. Scott. Mr. John McMillan, Owen Sound, spent New Year's Day with his moth- er, Mrs. Anna McMillan. Visitors at Mr. and Mrs. John Stewart's for Ch/ristmas were: Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stewart and babe Mr. Wm. Stewart, Mi«s Irene Stew- art and Mr. Jackson Stewart. Mrs. M. Ran^y, accompanied by Miss Agnes Macphail returned to her home in Southampton on Sunday. At the annual school meeting held on Wednesday, December 26, Mr. Jimmy McMnllen was elected trus- tee to leplace Mr. John McWilliam whxjse term had expired. T]he re- poi-t of the O.E..A.. convention last Easter was given in detail by Mr. Roy Piper, who was the delegate. By a majority vote, the secretary was instructed to notify parents ot non-resident pupils that a charge of 50c per month per pupil would be made, beginning with January. FEVERSHAM The annual ratepayers meeting of S.S. No. 7, Osprey, came off on Wed- nesday, December 2C. Mr. Dougald .Stephens was charman of the meet- ing The secretary, Mr. Harvey Ped. lar, was able to give a very satis factory report of both schools, show ing a surplus for both schools in moneys due from grants were paid in. Mr. Ern Hawton was the retir- ing trustee and not wishing to re- main in office any longer, Mr. John Wright was elected for the next trus- tee term. And as a help-out it was moved, seconded and carried that he must get married in that time. Mr. Taylor encountered snowdrifts before he got back from Midland on his Christmas holiday. He had tt have his car towed home from Flesh- erton we hear. Miss Edith Heitman, Miss V'ema Hud-son and Miss Dorothy Robinson of loronto were at their respective homes for Christmas. Plenty of .snow for sleighing now and quite cold too, the mercury hov- ering at zero and a few degrees a- bove for the past week. There was a good attendance at the school meeting on .Wednesday, December 26. Mr. Chas. Heron was leturned to office as trustee for an- other term. the L.O.B..A. were hostesses for a very pleasant euchre and dance on Friday, December 28th. Mrs. Cha.s Brodie won the ladies' prize and Mr Gtio. Gill the gentlemen's prize. Mr. and Mrs. Ren .-\cheson and fam- ily spent the New Year with the former's pai-ents at Inistioge. Miss Kathleen Morrison returned to Toronto Normal this week. The W. I. will meet at the home ot Mrs. Wm. Seeley on Thursday, Jan- uary 10. KIMBERLEY HOLDFAST U. F. W. O. IN MEMORIAM PROTON STATION On Friday afternoon of last week the "Pi'oton Bears" drove back to Swinton Park to play a practice game of hockey with the "Black- birds" of the Park, on their very fine open air rink. Tjhe Bears were quite successful in their first try-out. We hope they may do as well when they begin their semi-pro games Mrs. Oscar Patterson and children of Maple Grove spent a few days last week with her parents here. Mr. John Hanley of Hamilton is spending the holidays with Mr. and Mrs. A. Sherson, Miss Mildred Sharp of Toronto is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Dever. -At the annual school meeting last Wednesday the school board was re- elected, namely: Mr. Neil McCanneli, Mr. Robert Bates and Mr. Bert Badgerow. Mr. Abe Sherson is still sec.-treas. and the veteran caretaker, Mr Alexander Stewart, is still in the harness. ROCK MILLS The regular meeting of Holdfast U.F.W.O. Club was held in the Cey- lon community hall on December 19 with 12 members and 7 visitors pres- ent. The roll call was well answer- ed by ".A. Christmas verse or carol.'' A letter from the Department of Education was read and a.' . con- siderable discussion, a motion was made by Mrs. Tucker, seconded by Mrs. D. Campbell "That we send for a case of books" was carried. Mrs. Tucker gave an excellent re- port of the U.F.O. convention held in the Crystal Ball Room of the Kins Edward Eotel, %vhich was very much enjoyed by all present. Exchange of Christmas gifts took place, after which lunch was served The .January meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. J. A. Nichol on January 9th. HENDERSON â€" In laving mem- ory of our dear mother, Mrs. Jessie Henderson who entered into rest on January 2nd, 1929. LovTing and kind in all her ways, Upright and just, to the end of hei days; Sincere and true, in her henrt and mind. Move is being made in Hamilton to Beautiful memories, she left be- cut in half th^ number of taxi cab hind. licenses. That is harsh treatment â€" Sadly missed by Sons and Daugh- and generally reserved for the pedes tors. trians. BORN â€" On Thursday, December 27, to Mr. and Mrs. Thompson Fergu- son, a son. Congratulations. Mr. and -Vlrs. Royden MacDonald and Mr. and Mrs. Laurie Lawrence of Flesherton spent the holiday at their respective parental homes. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Dillon and sons with Mrs. Jas. Lawrence and Mr. Arnold Lawrence spent Christmas in Oshawa with Mr. and Mrs. John Tay- lor and daughters. Miss Jean Proctor of Eugenia spent the past week with her cousin, Mar- jorie. Mr. and Mrs. Ken Belts of Flesh- erton spent the holiday with Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Weber. Mrs. A. B. Andrew, accompanied .Miss Ruth Myles back to the city. Masters Billy and Philip Cargot spent the past week in Markdale with friends. Mi.sses .\lberta Weber of Torontc and Bessie Stafford of Barrie were at their pai'isntal homes flor the Christmas holidays. Miss Geraldine Weber of "Globe staff" Toronto and Mr. Art Ward man of Cooksville spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. D. L. .Weber. Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kirkpatrick and children and Mr. HI. Sewell have moved to Kimberley. We welcome them. The Sunday school had a very sifc- cessful concert and Christmas tree. Beth junior and senior pupils did thiiir parts splendidly. Proceeds a- mounted to over $33.00. Miss lola Graham of Singbampton is holidaying with her parents, Mr and Mrs. Chas. Graham. CARD OF THANKS I desire to thank ray friends foi their many expressions of sympathy and assistance in my lime of irottbkK" -JOSEPH WATSON,' Saugeen Junction. "You are accused of hitting this Chinaman on the head with a vase. What have you to say?" "Veil, he was t'reatening me in broken Eng- lish, so I speak to bini In IixoImb china." CARD OF THANKS We wish to express grateful ap- preciation of the numerous kind acts by friends and neighbors during th« illness of our wife and daughter, and expressions of sympathy at the time/^ of our bereavement. â€" Cai-1 Atkinson, and Mr. and Mr James Beat. i««/^ 4 CARD OF THANKS Mr. W. J. Meads and family wish tc express their heartfelt appreciation tc their neighbors and others who tend- ered sympathy in their i-ecent loss; also for the beautiful floral tribute.'?. The expressions of sympathy in time of trial help to brighten the dark clouds that prevail on such an occas- ion. Fanner in .Saskatchewan drove sev- 6T1 miles and then found one of h|» hens perched on the rear bumper. As a rule the rear bumpers are mncb . safer than those which are pat fe front. Support Wm. Heitman For the office of REEVE Township of Osprey for the year 1935 -A*'^ Canada would not now be fac«d with a surplus of potatoes if the producers hadn't plowed so many of the seed variety under. "I hope that's a nice book for you to r«»d, dariins:." said a conscientious mother to her very young daughter. "Oh ye-s mummy, it's a lov*ly book, but I don't think you'd like it. tt's 90 sad at the end." "How :i it sad, dear?" 'Well, she dies, and he has to gc back to his wife." The New Year came in very cold and stormy. Our sincere sjTiipathy is extended to Mr. Carl Atkinson and family in their sad bereavement by the death of their dear wife and mother; also to Mr. Meads and family in their recent sad bereavement. The public school Christmas enter- tainment was held on Friday night, December 21, when a large crowd was present and enjoyed the fine progi-am of songs, mirsic, recitations, dialogues and monologues, tableau and panto- mime. Mr. Jas. Russell acted as chairman. Santa Claus arrived at the close of the program and dis- tributed gifts to all the children from a nicely decorated tree. The pro- ceeds of the evening amounted to S12.55. Mr. Geo. Beecroft of Owen Sound visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Belts. S.S. No. 17, Artemesia. held theii annual meeting Wednesday morning. December 26, in the school house when there was only a fair attend- ance of ratepayers present. Mr. Jas. Russell was the retiring trustee and .Mr. Ciia.-*. Newell was appointed foi a three year term. Mr. Sam Phillips and Mr. Cecil Belts complete the board of trustees. Mr. Joyce Port- cous is the aec-treas. Mr. Sam Fisher secured the caretaking at §54.- 00 a yei«r. Mr. Jas. Russell got tht contract for 25 cords of 16 inch wood at $1.80 a cord, and three cords ol redar at §1.50 a cord. We are pleased to see Mr. Les. Chard able to be out without the aid of crutches. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Belts, Edith and .Mabel and Mr. and Mrs. Herb Belts and family spent Cliristmas with Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Newell. Mr. and Mrs. Melville McMaster ot Toronto and Mr. and M.rs. Sam Mc- Mullin and Elsie and Mr. Mel Sle<: of Flesherton spent Christmas day with Mr. and" Mrs. Frank Belts and family. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Belts held their annual family gatherinsr x>n New Year's Day when over twenty were present and thoroughly enjoyed them- selves. Miss Dorothy Otlewell of Toronto spent Christmas wj^h her parenta. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Ottewell here. A newspaper heading says: "Bed- making an Art at 102 Years of Age.' Well, a person 102 years of age has had a lot of practice. The Neyr Ford V-8 for 1935 is the biggest and roomiest Ford car ever built. It is a strik- ingly hand.some car, with mod- ern lines and new, luxurious appointments. But most important of all it is especially designed *o give you smooth, easy riding over all kinds of roadsâ€" "a front-seat ride for back-seat riders." This ease of riding is achieved by the use of three basic principles never be- fore combined in a low-price car. 1. Correct distribution of car weight by moving engine cmd body forward eight and a half inches. ^ 2. New location of seats by which the rear seat is moved forw^ard. toward the centre oi the car away from the rear axle and awoy frmn the bumps. 3. New spring suspensioo whidh per- mits the use of longer, more flexible springs and increoses tha springbase to 123 indie*. A New FordV'S That Brings New Beauty, New Safety, and a New Kind of Riding Comfort Within Reach of Millions of People The result is Centre-Poise â€" which not only gives you a ne'w riding comiort but adds to the stability ol the car and its ease ol hcmdiing. You can lake curves from seven to eight miles faster with perfect safety. There are many new features in the Ford V-8 for 1335 which make the car still eosier to drive. New b-akes give more power for stopping quickly with far less foot pressure on the pedaL A new type of easy-pressure clutch employs centziiugol force to increase efficiency at higher speeds. New steering mechanism mokes the car still easier to handle. The New Ford V- 8 for 1935 retains the V- 8 engine which has demonstroted its dependability and economy in the service of over a million owners. There are refinements, but no change in basic design. You buy premium perform- ance when you buy this Ford V-8â€" full 90 horsepower and 85 miles an hour. We invile you to see this New Ford V-8 at the showrooms of Ford dealers. You will want to ride in itâ€" to drive it yourself. You will find ii a new experience in motoring. Ford V*8 Prices Are Low 1 1 BODY TYPES â€" Coupe (5 windows). $645 • Tudor S«Jan. $665 ; Fordor Swian. $750. DE LUXEâ€" Roadster (with rum- ble seat). $715; Coupe (3 windows). $720; Phaeton, $725; Tudor Sedan. $730; Cabriolet (with ruxnbla aeati, $815; Fordor Sedan, $810. TOURINO ffi3)ANS, with built-in trunk â€" Tudor Tourina Sedan, $750; Fordor Teuvins Swlan, $830. (F. O. B. Batt Windior. Ontario. Bumpen. tfmn tire and t*»t rxtrn. Small down payncnt. 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