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*â- â€¢ » Â¥ ®l)je /tol)Mi)fn "^manu. VOL. 60; NO. 39 FLESHERTON. WEDNESDAY. FEBRUARY 26, 1941 W. H. Thurston & Son, Prop*. Recruits Will Receive Active Army Pay Beaerve recruits training: under the four months' training: plan will re- ceive the same rates of ipay as privat- es in the Active Army, namelyfl.30 per day. Dependents' allowance will also be paid on behalf of the recruit during the period of training at the same rates as those for the Active Army contingent upon the recruit as- signing not less than 15 days' pay monthly to the support of his depen- d«^,and other conditions laid down in the regulations. Maxwell United Church BEV. GEO. L. MSBCES, B J).. DJ>. Minister SESTICB8 SUNDAY, MARCH 2nd 11 ajn. â€" Eugenia. 3 p.m. â€" Mt. Zion. 7.30 pan. â€" Maxwell. Note: "nie Wareham service of Worship will be withdrawn. On Sun- day morning the minister's sermon theme will be "The Young Man and His Unconsecrated Possesions." All young people are invited to at- tend those services; Y. P. UinONS 8 p.m. tonight â€" Eugenia YJ>. 8 p.m. Friday â€" Maxwell YJP. Flesherton United Church REV. G. K. McMillan, bjl, bj). Miaistar 11.00 a.m. â€" Worship Flesherton. 2.00 p.m. â€" Worship Ceylon. 7.30 p.m.â€" Worship FladiertM. Morning Subject: "A Promise to Every One* Evening Subject: "Use Your Imagination" Members of the Official Board are reminded of an important meeting of the Board to be held this Thursday evening at 8K)0 p.m. in the basement of the chnreh. Ad Appreciation Editor Flesherton Advance: We want to take this opportunity through the medium of your paper, to express our sincere thanks to the fire department of your village for the assistance you rendered during our disastrous fire. We also wish to thank Bennett & Richards, Flesher- ton, in placing their establishment at our disposal that we might carry on our work. To the many people of Flesherton who have expressed theii sympathy to as in our loss, we also appreciate these acts. Again we thank all most sincerely. We trust you in Flesherton may never have such a bitter experience. Om\IE»'S FURNTTUBE AND FUNERAL SERVICE Markdale, Ont. St. OJumba Churdi News Gospel Workers' Church Feversham, Ont. Rev. C. McNichol. Pastor Sunday School at 10.00 son. Morning Service at 11.00 ajn. EvMdng Service at 7.30 ?jn. Flesherton Baptist Churdi Minister; Rer. Fred Ashtaa Services â€" ^Fleaherten. 11 a.m. Worship. 12 noon, Bible School. 7 p.m.. Gospel Service. Monday at 8 p.m. Y. P. Service. Ro<^ MUlsâ€" 2 p.m., Bible School 3 p.m.. Worship. The February meeting of '*St Col- unuba W. A. and W. M, ,S. was held* Wednesday afternoon af the' luogie ol Mrs. Thos. Harrison, .Jr.^ w^ all members present. Mrs, WvC Meads, elected president at the January meeting was in thi^ chair, and an- nounced that the meetini^ this year would each hare. a titeitM, that for this meetini^ being, "Prayer". A re- port of the anraont raised by last wieefc's Ti!«asQr«| Trail progftamme was reported by the Treasxirer, Mrs. K G. Ritchie, "and the committee in charge of this .eVent was commended for its sptcess. ' It was decided to have a Crofenoie Party on St. Pat- rick's day, Monday, March 17. Mrs. A. B. Muir, 1st vi«e-president, was in charge of the W--M. S. meet- ing, and Mrs. F. G. Karstedt, who has been to Trinidad, gave an inter- esting interpretation of the study booklet, "Links between East and West", a study of mission work in that -Country. The members decid- ed to attend the World Day of Pray- er service in St. Andrew's Church, Friday afternoon, February 28. Mrs Meacfa expressed a desire to be re- lieved of her duties as superintendent of the Baby Band. The hostess ser- ved lunch assisted by her daughter and Mrs. Elmer Harrison. Financial Statements for the yeai 1940 were distributed at the morn- ing service on Sunday. The Duplex Envelope Committee met Friday evening at the home of Miss Mary MacKinnon, the Finan- cial Secretary, and prepared numb- ered sets for all contributors. Markdale Suffered ^ Loss From Fire Markdale was visited by a disast rous fire early Thursday morning of last week when four business place? were destroyed by fire with the entire stock of two of them. Thejrasiness burned oat were Crowston's bazttei shop, the Variety Store, OUver's furniture store and the office of the Norris Collectioin and Insurance Ag- ency. A call for assistance was senit to Flesherton and Ow«i Sound and fire fightiikg equipment from both places were hurriedly despatched to the scene of the conflagration. The total loss was estimated to be in the neighborhood of |50,000. Mr. Crowaton conducted a barber shop and resided above, losing all his household effects and barber supplies, except two iMirber chairs, biA did not carry insurance. The contents of the other buildings, the Variety Store and furniture store, were a total loss, some insurance being carried on l^e ^gtock. Mrs. Harry Noble owned the building in which the Variety Store was operating. The citizens of Flesherton are indeed sorry for those who suffered the serious loss, but are proad that their fire equipment had a share in preventing the spread of the flames. War Saving Campaign Success In Flesherton At the time of writing the entire canvassing returns for War Savings Certificates are not available, but 1 am pleased to report that some 81 pledges have been taken and I feel sure more will be brought to me be- fore February 28th. If you are one who has not pledged, please come to me and I will assist you in making out your form. To those workers, ladies and men alike, who so willingly gave their time and effort to assist in this most noble work of supplying War Sav- ings Certificate pledges, my sincere thanks. And to those who so nobly accepted their responsibility as Can- adians my salute. To the Editor who has contributed large amounts of space in his paper for this campaig:n, we salute. Sincerely, â€" S. L. STAUFFER, Chairman. A psychologist says a man should choose a girl who is less intelligent than he is. At this rate, some fellows would never marryâ€" there are no I girls that dumb. FRESH AND CURED MEATS SAUSAGES BAILEYS FLBSHBRTON, Qnt. PHONE 47W ^ Y We DELIVEB ♦♦»»» Jas. Stafford Passe$^ Death came suddenly on Wednes- day of last week to Mr. James Stafford of the Fourth Line, Arte- mesia, a resideat of this district for the past 76 years. Deceased had not been in very good health since the past Christmas, but was able to be around as usual untU a couple of days before he passed away, when he was forced to bed. The late Mr. Stafford was born at Goodwood, (Uxbridge Township-, on Nov. 13th, 1859, and moved with his parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Stafford, to Artemesia Township, to the farm now occupied by Mr. Herb Betts, Fourth Line. Some years ago he purchased the farm on which he died and followed that occupation all his life. He was married in Septem- ber, 1895, to Miss Mina Saunders of Artemesia, who predeceased him on April 20tii, 1901. Mr. Stafford leaves to mourn his loss two sons, Charles at home and James of Flesherton. A daughter died in infancy. He also leaves two sisters and one brother, Mrs. J. P. Ottewell of Flesherton, Mrs. Wm. Wright of Maxwell and Charles of the West Backline, Artemesia. Two brothers, John and Joseph, and one sister, Mrs. Whewell, predeceased him. • The late Mr. Stafford was of : quiet disposition and highly regarded by a host of friends and was a good neighbor. He was a member of the Baptist Church. The funeral took place on Friday afternoon when service was held 5t Flesherton Baptist Church at 3:00 o'clock p.m., Rev. F. Ashton deliver- ing a most comforting sermon, bas- ing his remarks from Jahn 14: 1-3. with the subject "I will go and pre- pare a place for you." Interment was made in the Mortuary Chapel in Flesherton Cemetery. The pallbearers were: Messrs. John Badgerow, Mervin "Wrtght, Jos. Shier, Harry Patton, Leslie Chard and Albert Wilkinson. WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FRIDAY The Annual Women's World Day of Prayer will be held in the Baptist Church on Friday afternoon, Feb. 28 at 3 o'clock. Leader Mrs. F. Ash- ton. Mrs. G. K. McMillan will give the inspirational address and several of the ladies from both churches will take part. The theme for this year's thought will be "Thy Kingdom Come." Free will offering on behalf of Mis- sions. It is hoped that as many of our women will be in attendance as can, and that g:reat blessing may re- sult. A held Cquipp^ to handie the finest service at moderate prices Our Beautiful Air Conditioned Funeral Chapel at IM AVENUE ROAD TORONTO, Ont RICHARD MADDOCKS, Manager, • Member ef the Fledierton Old B «ys' A Sirls' Associatioa BATES & MADDOCKS Formerly of Ple«Kert»n, Oat Card of Thanks Mr. and Mrs. Kendall Sttwart wish to express their thanks and appre- ciation for the many acts of kind- ness^ flowers and treats and the messages of sympathy received, dur- ing the latter's recent illness. FRED MADDOCKS. Associate. I 124 Avenue Road, Twonto, Ont. KI. 4344 I »»»»»»♦»» » »»•> » »»»♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦»»»»»»♦»»»»♦»»»>»♦♦»»♦»»»♦ Card of Thanks We wish to express our thanks and appreciation to our friends and neighbours for their many acts of kindness and assistance given during the illness of Mr. Jas. Stafford Br- and in our bereavement and for the floral offerings from the neighbours and Mr. and Mi-s. Chas. Stafford and family. â€"Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Stafford Berlin has high hopes of praise for the views .expressed by Col. Charle.'s Lindberg. We contended before his views were warped and wrong, but now we are sure of it. 90th Birthday Cccsratulations are extended to Mr. Rufus Wickens of the Beaver Valley, who observed his 90th birth- day on Tuesday of this week. Mr. Wickens is enjoying good health at the present time and is able to do his share of the work around the home. Best wishes are extended to ttiis venerable old gentleman foi many more pleasant years with hif family. Sold Baking Business A business deal took place the first of this week in town when Mr. Fred Binder disposed of his bakery busi- ness to Mr. Arthur McDonald of Acton, formerly of Durham. Mr. Mc- Donald expects to take control of the business in two weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Pinder have been in business in Flesherton for 28 years, having pur- chased the business from Mr. Reg. Goldhawk and have been highly re- spected citizens who we will be sorry to lose. Mr. and Mrs. Pinder expect to reside in Toronto. Skaliig Cariiyal splendid skating carnival was in Flesherton rink Tuesday evening when some excellent cost- umes were displayed by a large num- ber of skaters. Owen Sound skating band supplied excellent music during the evening. Following are the win- ners of the various events: National, Lois Weber, Evelyn Mc- Tavish; Advertising, Frances Collin- son, Angus MacVicar; Clown, Law- rence Phillips, Jim Hamilton; Single Costume, Jean Duncan; Double Cost- ume, Doreen Teeter and Elsie Mc- Mullen; Impersonation, Fred Bannon as Uncle Sam; Yonng:est Skater, Barry Thurston; Fat Lady, Bessie Russell; Nursery Rhyme, Ruth Black- bum as Red Riding Hood; pard- Time, David Aberdein; Lucky Spot Evelyn McTavish and Bruce Thurs- ton; Largest Family on ice, Margar- et McMillan and Jim Thurston; Orig- inal Costume, Gordon Nichol; Skating Couple, Jack Armstrong and Jean Duncan; Skating Couple under 12. Bruce "Hiurston and Evelyn McTav- ish; Children's Race, under 12, Bruce Thurston, David Aberdein. The judges were: Mrs. G. K. Millan, A. Down and M. Bannon. Mc- Artemesia Council Artemesia Township Council met at Council chaml>ers Flesherton on Wed the 12th inst. The members were all present. The Reeve in the chair. The minutes of the last session were read and on motion adopted. Communi(^tions were read from the Clerk of the Peace County of Grey regarding treasurer's and col- lector's Bonds , the C. P. By. Co. re assessment for 1941, Department of Municipal affairs re Bonds • ith forms for returns. The Salvation Army asking a grant for 1941. Good Roads Association, re meeting to be held in Toronto, accounts from the Municipal World for Assessment Rolls, Lovell Co. for stationery, the Clerk registering births, marriages and deaths in 1940. By-law Nty 3 of 1941 to provide for total expendi- tures in 1940, was introduced and passed. General accounts ordered to be paid were A. McLean refund of part of taxes of IMO, $2.00 being for dog assessed in error; G. Buchanan postage and telephone as auditor, of The Clerk registering B. M. D., 1940, $14.00. On motion the Treasurer's and Col- lector's Bonds were ordered to be filed in the Clerk's office. The Reeve and Clerk were instruct- ed to sign the required certificate as to expenditures in 1940. The Clerk was instructed to order six copies of the Municipal World for the Council. The Clerk was also instructed to advertise in the "Commercial News" for tenders to crush at least 4560 cubic yards of gravel for the Town- ship to be placed on reads in 1941. the second Monday in March at one It was decided that the monthly meetings of the Council be held on during 1941 instead of Wednesday as arranged before. The council adjourned to meet on the second Monday in March at 1 o'clock p.m. FORESTERS TO ENLIST FOR ROYAL CANADIAN ENGINEERS HOCKEY GAMES Some excellent games are being played between Heathcote and Flesh- erton Semi-Pro. entries. Saturday night in Flesherton Heathcote took the short end of a 7-3 game, having won the previous contest. This "Wed- nesday night Flesherton plays in Heathcote. The teams are very even- ly matched. Flesherton juvenile team bowed tc the league leading Markdale team on Monday evening 12-€ in a spirited and hard-fought game. The game was more even than the score would indicate and was pleasing hockey for the spectators to watch. The Foresters lost the first semi- final game to Dundalk at Markdale Tuesday evening. The losers were leading 2-1 at the end of the first period, but a spirited Dundalk attacl! in the second period and some loost blay by the Foresters, gave the winn- ers four goals. The final result .was 7-4 for Dundalk. The next game will be played in Dyndalk Friday night Traffic Cops WiU Patrol ^ Highways In Motor Cars .attorney General Gordon Conp.nt has announced an Ontario Govern- ment plan of substituting motor cars for niotorc.vcles for highway patrols with immediate location of cars in five centres and a gradual replace- ment of motorcycles throughout the province during the next three years. Coupes will be used and they will be painted white with black stripes around the body and one black pin stripe on ea.-h wheel with the top sec- tions of tho hood painted black and the words "Ontario Provincial Police'' prominently displayed. Future Events A dance and Floor Show will be held in Flesherton Fraternal Hall on Frida.v evoiiinjr of this week, Feb. 28. Murray Simmons and his colored band. America's snappiest dance â- )rchestra. Lun^-h. Admission: S.'ic. The local Regiment has been auth- orized to recruit for enlistment in the Royal Canadian Engineers (Aetivt Force) certain tradesmen. Enlist- ment as tradesmen has several ad- vantages which should not be over- looked. It enables one to carry on at his usual occupation. It enables him to gain experience by working on all sorts of jobs, under different supervision, and with various later- ial that one would not deal with in the ordinary course of his work. It also entitles one to tradesman's rate of pay, which vary according to the type of trade and qualification of the tradesman. All sorts of tradesmen, mechanics, cooks, eng:ineers, etc., are needed. Apply any time at the local armoury, Markdale or Durham The Late Thos. Lesuning The death occured at the home of Wainman Scutt, Badgeros, on Thurs- day, February 13th, of Thomas Learn- ing, aged 84 years. Mr. Learning, who was a native of England, had come to this district twenty years ago from the Canadian West, and had made his home with Wm. Scutt Sr. at Ma.icwell. He was unmarried. Mr. Learning's death was the result of a heart attack. While in the West he had to have his left arm amputated, the arm having been caught in a disc plough, infection setting in. Though of a quiet and re- serve nature, Mr. Learning was high- ly thought of by all who knew him. The funeral was held on Saturday from the home of Wain^nan Scutt, Badgeros, to Maxwell Cemetery, Rev. Dr. Mercer of Maxwell was in charge. The pall-bearers were: Wni. Scutt Jr.. Wainman Scutt, Harry Coulter, Wm. Wright, Jas. Leggatt and Lance Brownridge. â€" Dundalk Herald. In Menioriam McKEE â€" In loving memory of our Mttle .ion. Burton, who passed away February 20th, 1938, in his eighth month. No stain was on his little heart. Sin had not entered theru, .â- Xnd innocence sleep sweetly on. That pale, white brow so fair. He was so pure for this cold earth, Too beautiful to stay. .And so God's holy angel bore Our darling one awny. â€" Sadly missed by Mother, Daddy and sisters, Ruth and June. OUR CAMPAIGN To those of you who've signed the pledge To help the British drive the wedge, 'Twixt Hitler and oppressions toll, Have carved your name on Free- dom's scroll. You kept the faith with those who died. Those thousands who »tood side by side At Vimy Ridge, and Mens and Ypres, Their bodies torn, in tangled heaps. ' That you, their own, in this fair land Might travel on in freedom's band Touched not by war's great ugly head No bomb to kill you in your bed. To those who hesitate to sign. Remember, it's just one small line; Don't wait for me to come and ask. Come, get your pledge, and do your task. Shake hands with those in khaki clad And let them know that you are glad They see their duty and do not slack; Don't shake Hitler's hand behind their back. Don't let them down, don't spoil the heart. Just step right up and do your part; No matter how little you can spare. You're carving your name and doing your share. You're not asked to give, just lend. You want to live, well, want to spend; Remember the British, they need the tools. Give our all if we must and show we're no fools. Three more days to do our duty To our land, our flag, our boys. Pledge your most, it will be small enough Keep the sorrows from the joys. "And when the One Great Scorer comes To write against your name, He counts not that you won or lost. But how you played the game." â€" S.L.S. BIRTfis McDonald â€" At Owen Sound hospital on Wed.. February 12. 1941, to Mr. and Mrs. Glen McDonald (Patricia Morgan) of Chatsworth, a son, Dennis Morgan. YOUNG â€" I., Sarnia General Hos- pital on Friday. February II, 1941, to Mr. and Mrs. Donald Young (nea Mae Duckett). a daughter.