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4 x-»T«; VOL. 63; NO. 38 FLESHERTON. ONT., WEDInESDAV, FxiBUUARY 23, 19-U W: H. Thurston & Son, Publishers How Is Your^Label? For a number of weeks we have been urging- subscribers to renew before Feb. 29th, as we would be compelled to stop the paper until arrea,rs were paid. Look at your label now and if it reads Feb. 44, or a date prior to that, the paper is in arrears. We do not wish to close down on any of our subscribers, but we will be force u to do so if not paid in advance. Thank you. BELL NIGHT CALLS NOW COMMENCE AT 6 P.M. The announcemen't that from March 1, night rates on long dist- ance calls will begin at 6 p.m. instead of 7 as heretofore, will be of special interest to boys and girls telephon- ing home from camps and barracks al over the coun'try. The change will be effective also on' all lines of the Trans-Canadia Telephone System. Two main results are expected from this change â€" the added conven- ience of the lower night rate period, and lessened congestion on war-busy lines which, because of material shortage, cannot be extended. Further, of course, there will be an obvious saving to users through the one-hour's lengthening of tihe night rate period. LIEUT. JACKSON STEWART ON LOAN TO BRITISH ARMY Lieut. Jackson Stewart and Mrs. Stewart spent Thursday at the home of the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Stewart. Jackson has volun- teered to go overseas as one of the young Canadian officers who will be attached to the British Army, in an order just recently released by the Department of National Defence. Best wishes are extended to him for a safe return, Received Their Discharges Messrs. Clarence Hartley and Ted Fawcett have returned to town after receiving their discharge from the Canadian Army. The former was with the Forestry Corps and spent a year in Scotland taking out timber, while the latter has been in training for over a year and has been sta- tioned on both the East and' West Coasts. Ted was on draft for over- seas a couple of times, but was tak- en off. He was a Corporal. Card of Thanks I wish to thank the people of Flesherton for their thought fulness and generosity in presenting me with a ring while I was on active service. The ring will always re- mind me of the pleasant associations I have had with the Flesherton people. â€"Ted Fawcett. Red Cross Campaign From the beginning of this gl(}bal war, the Canadian Red Cross has, through the support of its loyal vol- unteers, shouldered the responsibility of caring for the wounded and needy; bringing comforts and supplies to the Armed Forces; seeing to it that dried blood serum is available on all battlefroivts. and turning out cloth- ing and' surgical supplies in astrono- mical quantities. Now, with the most critical phase of the war looming up, there is a call upon the energies and resources of Canadian Red CrosS' workers, unique in all history, lit i» not only foir tlie crisis at hand, that vast preiparations must be made, but for the aftermath. For Canadian Red Cross services, contrary to some erroneous belief, will not ease down after the battle is won . . . the Armistics signed. In reality the dtain upon resources will be expanded many tinnes over. Tliis is not like the last Great War. when some of the countries in Europe went unscathed. Europe is devast- ated . . . ravaged . . . stripped of its possesions as by a swarm of locusts. The peoples of Europe are homeless. Their possessions are what they carry in their pockets ... or a pitiful little bundle. They have nothing! Not one item of supuply turned out by Canadian women volunteers in Canadian Red Cross work rooms shall go to waste. Evei-y smallest strip of material available will go toward making of clothing and hos- pital s.upplies, and all the manifold necessities of everyday living. The Canadian Red Cross next week will ask for Ten Million dollars. This money will be dispensed with scrupulous care. It will be made to g'o a very long way. When you give . . . give for now . . , and what comes after. Canadian Red Cross needs your help. Be generous! DIED SPOFFORD â€" At her residence. Maple Street, Collingwood, on Tues- day, Feb. 22nd, 1944, Christina Gamey, widow of the late Fred Spofford, in her 78th year. The funeral is being held this Thursda.v at 3 o'clock p.m., with service in Feversham Presbyterian church. Interment in Bethel Cem- etery. World I>ay of Prayer The annual World's Day of Pray- er Service will be held in the United Church, Flesherton, on Friday, Feb. 2&th, at 3 p.m. This will be a joint meeting, with Mrs. F. B. Keys of the Baptist church in charge. Mrs. (Rev.) W. A. Westcott of the United church will be the special speaker. It is hoped that a large number of ladies will be present at this very worth--vhile service. Is it because the name of the fed- oral minister of agriculture is Gard- iner that his political opponents like to get in a dig and rake him thor- oughly? REV. CHAS. D. COX Pastor of the Priceville Charge of the United ChuiHjh of Canada, com- posing Pi-iceville, Salem and Ceylon congregations. Rev. Mr. Cox has been invited to remain another year. Many Happy Retur s Mr. Ruifus Wickens of the Beaver Valley is celebrating his 93rd birth- day on Friday of this week, Feb. 25. Mr. Wickens is hale and hearty and takes a great interest in everyday occurrences. Another old Ma.xwell resident has reached 94 years of age, in the per- son of Mr. jos. Allison, who is now residing in Toronto. Although in good health Mr. Allison can not get around the way he did. To both these fine old gentlemen The Adivance benders best wishes for more such anniversaries and continued good health. ON HIS WAY HOME (By Ceylon Reporter) Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Meads, O.D. R., had a pleasant surprise Saturday evening when their third son, Em- erson, telephoned them from Balti- more, Md. He is with the Canadian Merchant Navy and had just arrived ut Baltimore from a trip which has taken about three months to com- plete. Emerson expects to be home within the next few weeks for a visit. He enlisted in the Merchant Navy last May, took a course at Halifax, N.S., and has been sailing since that time. He has made one visit to his home since that time. His many friends here will be pleas- ed to see him again. Have Golden Wedding (By Eugenia Repovter) We extend our congratulations and best wishes for health and prosperity to Mr. and Mrs. George Lawlor. 8th Line, who celebi-ated their Golden Wedding Anniversary on Monday, Feb. I4th. Mrs. Lawlor (nee Maude Carr) daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Carr, was bom in the residence now owned by Mr. L. Lat- mer. She was also married in this same home to Mr. Geo. Lawlor, by the Rev. Mr. James of the Anglican Church, 50 years ago. After their marriage they resided for a couple of years in Maxwell and then moved to the farm on the 8th Line, which is now occupied by Mr. Gei^ald Magee, where they resided for over 20 years, when they moved to Maxwell where they spent five years. They have resided on the 8th Line since that time. They raised a family of four daughters and two sons, these being: Zaida (Mrs. W. Irwin) of Winifsor, Lillian (Mrs. Walter Poole) of Coll- ingwood Mabel (Mrs. Leslie Chard) of Artemesia, Allie (Mrs. Neil Thompson) of Singhampton, Walter of Ospi'ey and Arthur, a Flying Officer with the R.C.A.F. Mr. and Mrs. Lawlor have been wonderful neighbors and friends, and have been active helpers in any good cause. Mrs. Lawlor has always been a valuable member of church organ- iyzations and activities. They spent the anniversary quietly at their home, as it was impossible for all members of the family to be present. They plan to have a cele- bration at a future date. We hope that the "Golden We<ld- ing'' couple will spend many more years of happy married life. Ceylon Honors Airman (By Ceylon Reporter) Last Friday evening Ceylon com- munity and friends assembled in the school to spend an evening with Air- craftman Earl Plester, younger son of Mrs. Plester of this .cillage, who is statione<l with the RCAF at Win- nipeg and has been visiting his mother here and sister and brothers in Toronto. Mrs. J. A. Nichol read the address and Mrs. M. Irwin pre- sented Earl with a lovely wrist watch. The young airman replied in a few well-cliosen words, expressing his appreciation of the kindness shown to him. The evening was spent in euchre, there being several tables in play. Mrs. Dick Carson and the guest of the evening, Air- craftman Plester, were the winners with the high scores. A pleasant evening was spent and to our young airman, we hope always for safe landings. Miss Marjorie Park Was Presented With Gifts AIRMAIL TO SOLDIERS IN MEDITERRANEAN AREA No amount of legislature can set aside or even substantially restrict these 'two natural Iaws:The law of the survival of the fittest; the law of supply and demand. BATES & M4DD0CKS FflREUL CKAPEL NOTBD for beautiful mcrvicet at modmraf MM. Bvesf funeni eompletaâ€"no mdil- lloiMiI ehargei. Iiupeetlon tn- vtted, 60% OF OH FIIERALS COST LESS THAR >200!2 CENTRAL LOCATION-124 AVfNUE ROAD Telephone Klni?;';dalc HM The recently inaugurated air mail sei-vice from Canada to Great Britain and the Mediterranean areas for ser- vice personnel is proving highly suc- cessful. National Defence Headquar- ters has . announced. This special service is handled jointly by the Royal Canadian Air Force and Ti-ans-Canada Air Lines. While preference, of cgurse, will be given in air transpoitation to mail especially prepaid to go by air, as much ordinary mail as the planes can carry will also go by air, N.D.H.Q. ofl'icers have stated. Thus every ef- fort is being made to see that troops 'get their letters at the earliest poss- ible moment. It is pointed out, however, that ordinary mail will only go by air when there is space in the carrier planes. Obviously, the way to ensure fast delivery is to pay the air mail rate or to use blue letter fomis. In Mennoriani McICEE â€" In loving memory of oui* darling son, who passed away February 20th, 1938. He was a flower too sweet for earth, Sent here but for a while; God "marked him when He gave him birth, And took him with a smile. â€" Sadly missed by Mamma, Daddy, Ruth and June, Family -"ars usually are filled with the fruit of discontent. The improved situation in the meat supply is good news to the poultry world. (By Eugenia Reporter) Friday evening the many friends and neighbors of Miss Marjorie Park gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Magee in her honor. A very pleasant evening was spent in social chat and games. At an op- poi-tune time, M'argie was asked to take a seat of honor, while an ad- dress was read by Mrs. Magee and the presentation of a lovely house coat and pair of gloves was made by Mrs. Norval Betts. on behalf of the community. Margie made a very suitable reply, thanking all for their kindness. She will be greatly missed in all social activities and from the community as a kind neighbor and friend. For many years she was an I'ff icient assistant in the post office, wnich was under the capable man- agement of her parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. R. Park for many years'. We extend best wishes to Miss Park in whatever work she un- dertakes and her welcome at Eugen- ia will always be warm. Following is the text of the address: Dear Marjorie,- We are gathered here this evening to enjoy a few social hours in your company. .-Vs most of us have known you all your life, and your family lias long served the public in the -post office in such a capable manner, it many of us feel a distinct per sonal loss in your removal from our village. Not only will you be missed in this way, but also as a kind iioitrhbur who was always ready to lend a hol:iing hand, and to further nny worthy undertaking. All were assured of a warm welcome at your home and we entertain pleasant memories of the ho.«pitality of your family. Now that you are leaving our com- iiunity, we can only hope that you may find pleasant, congtmial sur- roundings at no great distance, so tliat you will often be able to return and still take part in social activities here. Before you leave, we wish to ex- press, in some tangiblie way, our friendship and esteem for you. so we nsk you to accept this house coat, also this pair of kid gloves, with thv best wishes of your many friends in the village of Eugenia and surround- ing community. Signed on behalf of the community by Cecil M.igee, Nerval Betts and Mrs. Wilfred Magee. Leap YearjBirthday Canada's only set of twins born on the 29th of February are celebrat- ing their birthday on Tuesday of next week. These are James and John Hudson of Feversham, who will have their 14th birthday on that day. They are now 60 years of age, born on Felbruary 29th, 1884. Both these men are farmers and reside within a mile of each other near Feversham, and have hardly ever been separated during their life- time. They are remarkaibly alike in facial appearance and friends of long standing even yet mistake one for the other. The Advance tenders congratulations to these two highly regarded citizens. BOLAND McMASTER THANKS FOR RING The following was received from L.A.C. Douglas Morgan of Flesher- ton, who is training as a pilot at High River, Alta., by Mrs. F. W. uuncan, who sent an Air Force crest ring from Flesherton citizens: "I wish to say thanks a lot to you and the others who were so kind in sending me the ring. It was a pleas- ant suiTirise, and in my estimation the gift comes second only to the thoughts behind it. It seems to me that you people at home are really doing a good job, and taking quite good care o-f the servicemen, esi>ec- ially those who are overseas, I know the boys appreciate it too." RATION NEWS On Saturday afternoon, February 12th, in Onondaga United Chuix:h, Perle Margaret Jane, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robt. McMaster of (Onondaga, became the bride of Lloyd George Boland, son of Mr. Charles Boland, and the late Mrs. Boland, of Vandeleur. Rev. Fraser Clugston' performed the ceremony. The bride, wearing a turquoise two-piece dress with black accessor- ies and a corsage of Ophelia roses, was given in marriage by her father. She was attended by her sister, Mrs. LaVerne Piper, who wore an aqua sea blue ensemble, and corsage of Talisman roses. Tpr. Fred Boland of Camp Borden was groomsman. The wedding music was played by Mrs. George McMaster, and durmg the signing of the register Miss Eleanor Rozell played "0 Promise Me." LaVerne Piper was usher. Following the wedding, a reception was^ held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred McMaster, Caledonia. Receiving with the bridal party wei-e the bride's mother, Mrs. Robt. Mc- Master, Mis Marion Boland and Mrs. Wilfred McMaster. Following a short neymoon, Mr. and Mrs. Boland will reside at Vandeleur Due to the large crop of blueber- ries last season, a temporary suspen- sion of the rationing of canned blue- benies has been announced. Until furiher notice, canned blueberries may be purchased without the siir- render of D coupons. Coupons now due are: Sugar 14 to 26; Preserves, Dl to D13; Butter, 46 to 51; Meat, S5 to 40; Tea and Cof- fee, 14 to 29 and El and E2. Butter Coupons 46 to 49 and Meat Coupons 35 to 38 will expire on Feib. 29. E coupons, which are now used for Tea and Coffee, must not be re- moved from the ration books of children under 12 vears of age. Children's books must contain all the E coupons when application is made for Ration Book 4. Farmers are urged to place their orders for fertilizer not later than March loth, if they wish to obtain their uoual amount. All retail ferti- lizer distributors are required to ftll the orders of their regular custom- ers before accepting any orders from now customers. Distributors are not allowed to supply their customers with fertilizer containing potash in a auantity exceeding 7S7r of the ot- ash supplied in 1943. .4 farmer dis- tvibutor must not retain for his own use any more than 73% of the potash ho used in 1943. Osprey Red Cross Report Following are the receipts and payments of the Osprey Branch of the Canadian Red Cross for the year 1943: Receipts Bal. cash Jan. 1, 1943 S 329.02 General donations 84.00 Campaign 110.50 Fund raising events 20.2,'> Grants .*.... 600.00 Donations designated for local branch work: work- room - 150.00 Souvenirs From Italy Mr. and Mrs. Richard Allen of Springhill had a pleasant sunpi-ise last week when ' ' mail brought a ^ouple of parcels from their son, Singnalnian Lloyd Allen, with the Canadian Aimy in Italy. One box held nuts of various kinds, almonds, filberts and walnuts, and the other box contained souvenirs, such as handkerchiefs, scarf, table spread and many other items he had secur- ed there, simething for every mem- ber of the family. To say they were pleased with the gifts would be say- liug it mildly. Card of Thanks Mr. and Mrs. John Thistlewaite wish to express their appreciation and greatful thanks for the many acts of kindness of friends and neighbors displayed in various wayj in their bereavement, by the loss of their aunt, Mrs. Wickens. It is difficult to visualize a short- age of maupowc", as one paper lioints out. when two announcers are available for a 50-second radio com- mercial. $1293.77 Expenses To Division for war worn .. $ 703.30 Wool and materials purch- ased from Division « 184.54 Wool and materials purch- ased locally 12.13 Miscellaneous expenses 4.19 Bal. cash, Dec. 3.1, 1943 .... 329,61 $1293.77 Workroom operated, 1. Volunteer workers, 50. Number of co-operating units, 8. Articles sent to Division: Knitted 226. Civilian 106. Blankets, quilts, etc, 42, Future Events D.VNCING IN DUNDALK Dancing in Dundalk eve y Saturday Night (weather permitting) to the music of Alvin Dermott and his or- chestra. Admission: 3i)C. CREDIT AUCTION SALE Farm Stock and Implements, on Tuesday. Feb. 29th, at Lots 15-16, Con. 3 NDR, Osprey. Mrs. Geo. Mc- Master, Proprietress. â€" Geo. E. Dun- can, Auctioneer. LEAP YEAR DANCE In Fraternal Hall, Flesherton, on Tuesday, Feb. 29th, under auspices of Flesherton W. I. Old time and mt-dern dancing to the Pedlar Orch- efitra. Dancing at 9.30 p.m. Come and enjoy yourself and aid the Navy League. Admission 35c, lunch extra.