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'Eljje /l^ll^rtirn VOL. 63; NO. 39 FLESHERTON. ONT., W) JNESDAY. MARCH 1, 1944 W. H, Thurston & Son, PubUahen All Subscription '!husA Be Poid In Advance As we have intimated before in order to conform to the orders of the Controller of Newsprint that we can purchase paper only for subscribers who are paid in advance, this will be the Last issue of The Advance some of our subscribers will receive. We say "some" advisedly, as we have no idea we can ^11 our lists in the one week. But we are making a start. We hate to ck> this but we have no choice At this time we would say good-bye to old friends, and do this in the hoi>e that perhaps it will be merely an an revoir. 'Even tlwugii the paper is stopped at this time, any subscriber can take The Advance ag^n with the payment of the arrears. In due course, we are issuing a statement to those in arrears, and will naturally expect payment. As we are like everyone else, short of help, we are forced to admit we can issue only one statement, and would request a pronvpt resiponse. We would also at this time express our tharcks and satisfaction at the response to our appeal to become paid-in-advance subscribers. There has been little complaint, and many have expressed the opinion subscrip- tions should be paid in advance any- way. Most of those in arrears were through neglect to remit, and most of the blame for this rests on our own shoulders, as it was seldom, indeed, that we notified a subscriber when his subscription expired. No doubt there will be many, names taken from our lists, but there is one satisfaction, anyway. We have found out there are a good many people want The Advance, and it is an in- centive to try and make it better. ROBERTSON â€" MERCER The marriage of Nursing Sister ! Mary Jane Mercer to Mr. Thonaas I Chalmers Robertson took place quiet- 1 ly in Middleburg, Eastern Transvaal, I South Africa, on Wednesday, Febru- j ary 2nd, 1944. I Nursing sister Mercer is a daugh- ter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Mercer of Markdale and Mr. Robert- 1 son is a son of Mr. and Mrs. G. T. Robertson, Eastern Transvaal, South Africa. Mr. and Mrs. Robertson will live in Johannesburg, South Africa. Nursing Sister Mercer went to South Africa in April 1942 in charge of a party of 21 nuses. She was stationed at Baragwanath Military Hospial, near Johannesburg until July of last year, when she was sent in charge of a military hospital at Palmietkuil, forty miles from Johan- nesburg. Mr. Robertson is Political Editor of the "Rand Daily Mail" and "Sunday Times," also editor of "Libertas," a pictorial magazine. At the outbreak of the present war he was called on by General Smuts to take charge of the anti-Nazi projw- ganta campaign in South Africa. â€" Markdale Standard. Mrs. Robertson is a cousin of Mrs. C. S. McTavish of Flesherton and is well known here. Bom HILL â€" .A.t Mrs. Nuhn's Nursing Home, Flesherton, on Friday. Feb. 25th, 1944, to Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hill of Markdale, a daughter. McMillan â€" At Mrs. Nuhn's Nursing Home, Flesherton, on Mon- day, Feb. 28th, 1944, to Mr. and Mrs. John A. McMillan of Priceville, a daughter, Donna Marie. In Memoriam McLEOD â€" In Ic'-ing memory of oar father, Donald McLeod, who passed away March 4th, 1943. A helping hand to all he knew, A pleasant way, a cheery smile. So kind, so generous and true. On Earth he nobly did his best; Grant him Jesus, heavenly rest. â€" Sadly missed by Family. In Memoriaro TURl^ER â€" In loving mcmorj- o+' of our dear Janie, who passed away on Februai-y 26th, 1925. There is an open gate at the end of the road Through which each must go alone. And there in a light we cannot see Our Father claims His own. Beyond the gate our loved ones Find happiness and rest. And there is comfort in the thought That a loving God knows bes.t. â€" Always rememibered by her loved ones. FLESHERTON OLD BOYS AND GIRLS ANNUAL MEETING Flesherton Old Boys and Girls in Toronto are asked to attend the an- nual meeting for election of officers on Monday, March 13th, at 19 Mel- inda Street, first f'oor up, at 8 p.m. FLESHERTON IN SEMI- FINALS IN HOCKEY LEAGUE In a thrilling overtime game at Dundalk on Friday night, Flesherton won a play-off spot in the Dundalk and District Hockey League by de- feating Badjeros 5-4. The game went 10 minutes overtime and Fitzsim- mons, who had notched two previous goals for Flesherton, scored the winning tally with only a few seconds of the second overtime period left. Banks and McConkey g\>t the other goals for Fleshertor. Badjeros was fortified with sone Creemore play- ers and led 3-0 at the first rest, but Flesherton pulled up ' even in the e- cond period. Each team counted one goal in the third. Flesherton put up their best game of the year. The first of the semi-final games was played Monday night at Dundalk when the JJ.H.S. team and Shelbume played to a 4-4 tie. Flesherton now maets the Dundalk town team this Wednesday night at Dundalk. The wanner of these goals^to-count semi- finjls will meet in the final series. .\11 the games will be played at Dun- dalk. The second game of the D JI.S.- Sheiburne series will be played Fri- day night, with Flesherton and Dun- dalk playing their second game on Monday night, it is expected. Geo. Boyd of Flesherton was refree for Monday nighfs game at Dundalk. FIRESIDE SERVICE I Red Cross Campaign Now In Progress This is YOUR Canadian Red Cross. You have given ample proof, these past critical war years, of your warm support of every branch of Bed Cross endeavour. Now in this fifth year of war, we come to you with an appeal for $10,000,000 to ke^ mercy on the march! You have become familiar in past campaigns with the way in which your generous donations are dispens- ed. This year well over half the $10,000,000 must go to feed British, Canadian and Allied prisoners of war in Europe and the Far East. From those fortunate enough to be repatriated, we have learned first hand . that these food parcels sjyell the difference between death and survival; that they DO get through; that they MUST be supplied until that day when ALL our fighters in enemy hands are free! Hospital supplies and comforts for members of the Armed Forces and civilians will amount to $3,000,000 this year. Blood Donor Service, stepped up to meet the inevitable "eleventh hour" of this Global War. must have $750,- 000 to keep it functioning 100'7'c in 1944. Grants to hospitals, other War Services and peacetime requirements miake a further drain on Red Cross funds. The Canadian Red Cross has been your envoy in seeing to the welfare of those you love; for those you wish to help. Our appeal last year was met with overwhelming generosity. The nee' is greater, now. We know that we can depend on the open-handedness of loyal Canad- ians everywhere. Give a little more this year. Your Canadian Red Cross needs your help and support as never before! The campaign in Flesherton and .â- \.rtemesiia is now under way. Our allotment has been set at $1,500.00. Last year we were a few dollars short of the needed amount, so let us go over the top this year. Following are the names of the canvassers in Flesherton and Art- emesia: Flesherton â€" N.W. Block: F. B. Keys: N.E. Block: H. Milligan; S.W. Block: C. J. Bellamy; S.E. Block: Frank Taylor. Priceville: Bert Aussuni: Ceylon: Percy Hunt; O.D.R.: W. R. Meads: Vandeleur: Mrs. Geo. Buchanan; Red School: Ward Harrison; Stone's Line: Henry Tucker; Portlaw: Wes Plantt: Rock Mills: Art Chard; Eugenia: Wm. Walker; 8th Line: Alex. Cam- eron; Proton: Herb Corbett; Victoria Corners: John Gowanlock; Orange Valley: Jack Hill; Irish Lake: Will- ard McWhinney; Power House: A. G. Pickles: U.S.S. Euphrasia & -Arte- mesia: Walter Wilson. Campaign Managers: G. X. Mc- Tavish and J. .\. Richards. World Day of Prayer Tne World Day of Piayer service w<as held on Friday in St. John's United Church, with a good attend- ance, a nuntber of outside visitors being present. Mrs. F. B. Keys of the Baptist Church was in charge of the meeting, which she conducted in her usual capable and pleasing manner. Mrs. (Rev.) W. A. Westcott of the United Church was special speaker for the day, with the them "And the Lord wondered that there was no intercession." She spoke of our at- titude towai-d the Japs, mentioning that if even a fraction of the money spent on the war. had been used to send missionaries to Japan, we would not be at war with them; also in the case of the Germans, that we have been unfair, and that we can never hope for a lasting peace until we le'am to forgive, and realize that we, ourselves, have much to be forgiven for. There can be no peace so long as we have racial hatred in our hearts. Mrs. M. McFadden rendered a solo "Evening Prayer,"' and Mrs. Wm. R. Buchanan closed the meeting with the benediction. Religious Education Is Plan For Ontario Schools Asks For Transportation For Canada's Soldiers A missionary fireside will be held Sunr''ay night in the Baptist Church, when Mr. Leonard W'arr of Boa Vista. Brazil, will deliver an illus- trated address and Miss Dorothy Bo>Td of Markdale will contribute to the program. The hour of service will be S p.m. Everyone is invited to be present. RATION NEWS Speaking in parliament recently, Gordon Graydon. M.P. for Peel, had this to say on the matter of trans- portation for our armed services: Regarding the point which the minister has just brought up. con- cerning lower fares for soldiers on furlough or otherwise, a good many of us through the years have at- tempted to persuade the government to grant free transportation under certain circumstances to the troops. The government has conceded some- thing on this point, and we are al- ways glad to acknowledge any move- ment in that direction. There may be reasons, although have never been convinced that they are very good, why free transportation should not be given to the troops at all times, but I think the minister might, even at this late date, reconsider the pro- vision of free transportation on the railways on the six months' furlough and the embarkation leave. I reit- erate this appeal, because there is a feeling abroad that soma of the little things which not cost the country very much, but mean so much to the troops in Canada, before they leave, are not being taken care of. Some- times we are penny-wire and pound- foolish. It would be well to disregard the little extra money it would take and make this gesture, to the troops in Canada before they leave. It would show that our government and our people are making a m-ove in re- cogmitiort of the sacrifices which these young men are prepared to make on behalf of all of us. Religious education and cadet training will be included in every public and secondary school curricul- um in Ontario, it was announced in the Speech from the Throne read at the opening session of the Ontario Legislature last week. The Speech stressed the importance of teaching children character and religion and providing cadet training and physical health programs to produce healthy and intelligent young men and women. The duties of citizenship and sig- nificance of Canadian institutions will be given a more important place in the school lessons and the edu- cation of New Canadians will be encouraged-. Greater incentives will be offered to encourage the 'formation of school areas large enough to provide and enrich elementary programs and di- versified secondary education. Increases in teachers' salaries were forecasted. Because of an acute shortage of competent teachers em- ergency training courses will be instituted so that additional teachers may be ready without the least possible delay. "To assure permanent improve- ment in the situation, however, a large proportion of the best trained young men and women must be at- tracted to the profession," the Speech declared. "Steps will be taken there- fore to raise the maximum salarier; of teachers to provide greater secur- ity and prestige and better conditione of service and to place the Teachers' Superannuation Fund upon a sound basis." LEONA RICHARDSON HAD HER FIRST BIRTHDAY Leona Richardson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Richardson, had her first birthday on Tuesday. Feb. 29tli, although she is four years of age. She eiitertained a few of her little friends at her first birthday party. On Saturday evening Mr. and Mrs. Richardson entertained at a family gathering in honor of Billy, who had his birthday on Saturday and Leona, who was a Leap Y'ear bby. Troops Now Mrdi On Italian Appian Way Troops moving toward Rome along Appian Way. Weary, British, Am- erican and Canadian men are fighting and marching over the territory of the Caesars and the old roads vibrate to the tread of marching feet. The "Queen of Roads" leads from Rome to Capua and it was built in 313 B.C., by .\ppius Claudius Cassius when he was censor. It was paved with hexagonal blocks of lava, exact- ly fitted to one another, resting on an admirable substructure of consider- able depth. The ancient Romans were the pioneer constructors of roads and many of these have borne the traffic of over 2.000 years with- out material injury. Of late years the Roman roads have echoed to the marching of Mus- solini's men and to those of Hitler's troops sent to bolster up the sagging morale of Italian Fascism. Now they hear the clash of battle as the criti- cal stage of the fighting in Italy ap- proaches. They have known the exodus of fleeing peasants as the lands of peace have been offered a sacrifice to the war g^ds. But long ago. over the "Queen of Roads" pass- ed the .Apostle Paul, and other saints and martyrs have trod the imperial way over the Campagna and under the arch of Drusus into Rome. While we wait, in hope of victory and in fear of news from the Roman theatre of war. it will not hurt us to remember that the roads and the letters of Paul endured to this day through many, many wars and under an almost equal number of empires. â€" Oraneeville Banner. PRESENT.\TIOX TO H. CLARK BATES & MDDOCKS FINERJtL CHkPEL ISOTBD for beautiful it-rricM at mmdtr ml* tott. StHry fmutrmi *ompltt»â€"n» mddi- tiMut ehargM. IntpettUm in- 60% OF Oil FIREIALS COST LESS TMR <2eas CENTRAL LOCATION-;24 AVFNUE ROA0 Te/ep'ione KlnqsdaJo 4144 , ' The present butter ration to con- sumers is to be reduced by extending the validity date of certain eoupons. Coupons Nos. 59 and 53, which be- come valid on March 2nd. will be ex- tended to cover three weeks instead of the usual two weeks. Thereafter one coupon w\\\ become due each week until further notice, 0n March 2nd, Nos. 52 and 53 be- come valid. On Maivh 23rd, No. 54 becomes valid and on Mareli 30th. No. 55 will become valid. Coupons No?. 50, 51, 52 ami 53 will expire on March 31st. Camied blueberries, sweetened an i unsweetened, in containc-s of all siz- es are iiiirationed until June 30, 1941. Effective July 1st, they will again be includetl in ihe group of rationed preserves. The followirjg coupons become val- id on March 2nd: Sugar coupons 27 and 28; Preserves coupons, D14, D15 and D16; Butter coupons 53 and 53: Meat coupons 41; Butter coupons 4<i to 4y expired on Feb. 20. Meat cou- pon? 35. "6. 37 ard 38 exoirod on February o^t.h. We don'- hear rrtvfh abont spir'j I in this v-:-. â- â- , J-nt ''"'n we don't hear Jungle Life In Brazil Flesherton folk will have an out- standing opportunity of hearing and seeing what life is like in the Brazil- ian jungle, when Mr. Leonard Warr, recently returned missionary, will give illus^trated addresses on Indian and Brazilian life in the outposts of inland Brazil, in the Baptist churches of Flesherton and Rock Mills this week end. Mr. Warr will be attired in gorg- eously colored fe:ithers worn by no- madic Indians of the Urubu tribe. Services will be as follows: Friday, March 3rd, 8.30 pjn. in Rock Mills church. Sunday, March 5, Flesherton church, 1l a.m. worship service; 12 noon. Surday Si'hool. Sunday. March 3r'd. Rock Mills church. 2.30 Sunday Sc'.,col; 3.30 worship service. Flesherton Fireside Service 8 p.m. Monday. March 6, Flesherton Bap- tist church. 8 p.m.. illustrated lecture. Mr. War- will address all these ^services and sing in the native tongue on several occsisions. (Rock Mills Reporter) -A presentation was held Friday night in the Fraternal Hall, Flesh- erton, in honor of .\ircraftman Har- old Clark, who was presented with a wrist watch from neighbors and friends. Mrs. Laurie Pedlar read address and Mr. Harold Phillips made the presentation. Harold thanked all for the gift and their kindness to him. The evening was spent in music and dancing. DRAW MADE FOR BOX OF G ROCE RIES The sale of War Savings Stamps by the Pure Food Industries of Can- ada for the month of February came to a close on Tuesday evening. The draw for the $10.00 worth of grocer- ies, presented by the food merchants of Flesherton. was made at the darice in the Fraternal Hall on Tuesday night by Little Miss Marie Stewart, who drew two tickets from the b>ox. The names were F. J. Thurston and W. E. Betts. The groceries have been given to the local Red Cross Branch when tickets will be sold and a draw uiade at a euchre and dance in tha Fraternal Hall, Mart-h 14th. SEWING MACHINES NEEDED Horticultural Notes The leaflet catalogues which were distributed are identical with those used by the Markdale Society, with the exception of a few items. The prices quoted in the leaflet are at club rates. The nursery catalog-ue used in compiling the leaflet, were those of the McConnell Nursery, Port Burwell. and the Brookdale- Kingsway Co., Bowmanville. For members who wish to consult the illustrated catalogue, a few copies are available at the Public Library. On days when the Library is closed, they may be seen at tha secretary's residence or at the home of the president. A very fine "Reference Guide" for Canadian ordchards- and gardens (price 25c) is published by the E. D. Smith & Sons' nursery. Winona, Ont. No prices are quoted as this company sells its stock through salesmen, but of course will quote prices on lists submitted. Get your selections in early â€" for our first order will probably g:o for- ward about March 15th. Future Events DANCING IN DUNDALK Dancing in Dundalk every Saturday Night (weather permitting) to the music of .A.lvin Dermott and his or- chestra. .\dmission: 36c. ST. PATRICK'S DANCE IN FLESHERTON Fraternal Hall on Tuesday. March 14th. The Ped- lar 7-piece orchestra will supply the music for modem and old-time dancing. .Admission 36c. Sewing machines are urgently â- needed for the Red Cross work rooms in Flesherton, according to Mrs. E. Morgan, vice-president of the local Branch, If ycu have one available please notify Mrs. Morgan. Card of Thanks AUCTION SALE Geo. E. Best will hold a sale of farm stock, implements, etc., Friday, March 17th, at his farm lU miles south of Flesherton. â€" \Geo, Duncan, auctioneer. j Mrs. VanZant and brother, Harold I Spofford, wish to express their ap- preciation for the many acts of kind- ness shown them by friends and neighbors in their bereavement by he loss of their mother. Card of Thanks T wi«h t' thank my neighbors und •'i-iorvf! ff r th'^ir ^^sits. flowers and â- i-"^". fI'o '.'r k'rd inquiries while •i- •â- "-., v,.,s:r>;f„] and since my return V - , , â€" R. J. Wilson. Card of Thanks ST. JOHNS MEAT PIE SUPPER The annual St. Patrick's meat pie supper will be held in St. John's United Church on Fiiday. March 17, under auspices of the W.A., from 6 to S p.m. Admission: 40c, Children under 12, 35c. HOCKEY GAME - MARKDALE ThorT»bi'.ry vs Markdale-Flesherton • I on Thursday. March 2, in Markdale Mr. Fred- Taylor and family wish i .Arena, at 8.15. Admission: 25c-15c. to express their sincere appreciation Dance following game; 26c. for the beautiful floral tributes and Dance following skating in Mark- all the kindness and sympathy shown j dnle 'Arena even.- Saturday night, (taring their recent bereavement. ' Hartley's orchestra.