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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 23. 1937 News and Information for the Busy Farmer (Furnished by the Ontario Canada Second : Canada is the second largest ex- porter of apples, ranking: second on~ ly to the United [States mn this re- spect. In 1936 (Canada exported a total of 96,000 tons of apples, con- sisting almost entirely of dessert and cooking apples. Prize-Winning Essay : Among the many agricultural stu- dents in the United States and Can- ada, the medal essay competition of 'the Saddle and Sirloin Club of 'Chi- cago at the International Hay and Grain Show and International Live 'Stock [Exposition is regarded as a very important event. and to be one of the winners is considered a noi- ably kigh honour. The conftest is held every year by the [Saddle and Sirloin Club, of Chicago for the pur- pose of encouraging writing on live stock topics and is open to all un- dergraduates of agricultural col- regres in the United States and Can- ada. As in former years, there were 'many contestants in the 1937 com- tition. { : The subject selected for this year's contest was "The 'Character Contributions of the Live Stock Club." In the best twenty essays se- lected by the judges, Robert S. Pro- cunier, Ontario Agricultural College ranked third, and thereby gained the bronze medal. L. T. Sonley, al- so of Ontario Agricultural College, was placed ninth. Departmental Changes J. C. Steckley, Agricultural Repre- sentative in Brant County since 1934 has geen appointed Superintendent of the Western Ontario Experimen- tal Farm at Ridgetown, Hon. P. M. Dewan. Ontario Minister of Agricul- ture, announced recently. Mr. Steck- ley succeeds 'W. R. Reek, recently appointed Deputy Minister of Agri- culture for Ontario. Mr. Steckley took over his new duties Dec. 15th. Other appointments announced by Mr Dewan were as follows: A. D. Runions, Agricultural TRepresenta- tive for Peterboro County, appoint- ed Instructor and Extension Specia- list at Kemptville Agricultural School; A. M. Barr,, Agricultural representative for Grenville County since 1930. transferred to Brant County as representative; F. C. Pa- terson, Welland (County Asgricultur- al representative, transferred to Pe- terboro County as representative; Joseph Wilson, Hastings County representative, is transferred to Welland County and H. L. Fair, Kincardine, appointed to the Hast- ings position. H. G. Macleod, of Dunvegan, Ont., acting as assistant Agricultural representative in Prince Edward County since Oct. 1 be- comes Agricultural representative for Grenville County. All the above Department of Agriculture)- How Long Should the ; Breeding Hens Rest Before attempting to say how long a breeding hen should be rest- ed, it should be clearly understood what the term breeding hen implies. Although it is a common practice to mate pullets and use them for breeding purposes, most persons re- gard breeding hens as being at least one year old. ; While there are many factors in- volved in determining the length of the rest . period, condition of the birds after the laying year is over is one of the most important. With poultry as with other lines of live stock breeding, progress is the re- sult of careful selection and proper feeding. It would be a shortsight- ed policy for poultrymen to consider the return of egg sales alone. In order to stay in the business and continue to make progress. one must keep the flock in a high state of vitaityl : When eggs are selling at high prices poultrymen are reluctant to throw their hens in moult in order that the birds may have sufficient time to rest before the next laying year begins. There are, neverthe- less, certain principles which cannot be ignored if type, wigour and high production are to be maintained in the flock from year to year. Tf hens are ,all laid out" and thin in flesh, the rest period evidently should be longer than if they were well rlesh- ed and heavy. Two to three months is the usual length of time required for the birds to be fit once again for another year's production. Wea- ther conditions during the moult al- so affect the length of the rest period. If the weather is wet and cold, the birds eat less, consequently feather growth is slower. Many poultrymen also attach ido little im- portance to feediny practices during this resting stage. The birds should have all the grain they can eat, to help them regain the loss in body weight. Water fountains should always be clean and nefer empty. A good msh will also help to rebuild the birds. When the new feathers are fully grown and the birds have reached their normal weight once again, then they are ready for an- other year. One gains no time in trying to force the birds back into laying before they are ready. SELFISHNESS The curse of selfishness is respon- sible for more unhappiness in do- mestic life than drink or disaster! Consideration for the happiness and welfare of the men and women with whom one is intimately associated, should be reckoned one of the car- appointments take effect Jan. 1st. dinal virtues. The Spirit of Christmas Christmas, just one word, and yet in that one word there is a world- wide meaning and significance. Everywhere, for all time, Christmas has been, to people of varying creeds, a day of varying emotions. It is a day of gladness or one of bitterness. It is a day on 'which happy memories become glorified or hard thoughts sting like acid in an open wound. It is a day that banishes half-way measures--a day that may easily lift one to the heights of happiness -- and just as easily plunge one to the depths of misery. For those who do not feel it at all, for those whose feelings are dif- ferent, something in life has gone wrong. Christmas is what we make it, To many, it is the day of greatest hap- piness. Those who recognize tae opportunities it offers of taking a little bit of joy to the lonely, sick and poor, know 'that 'Christmas is the best day of the year--and there is no question in their mind as to why they do the very same things Christmas after Christmas. They know definitely why they hang stockings for the kiddies, light Christmas trees, decorate their homes, and spend endless hours in surging, struggling Christmas crowds to secure a tiny token for some friend. Certainly, they know the joy of Christmas Day is only for those who lose themselves in re- membering others. : In the National magazine some time ago, there appeared an article by Anna Farquhar, in which she said: * ; "Santa Claus totters under his pack, wearing a long, old face these days. Probably in his youth he had no idea of growing old or departing this life. Nowadays, he creeps down the chimney stealthily as if some- what ashamed of his mission, like a polar burglar, and his eighty tiny reindeer make small clatter on tne lawn, for many of their joy-bells have been lost. When Santa lays a finger aside his nose reflectively m our times, he exclaims without a bit of jolly shake below the = waist, "Degenerates! Degenerates! Has my world come to such a pass that people wish to pay me for my pres- fore accepting them? There was little Willie, last year, who said to his mamma, when he first saw the beautiful woolly dog, "What's it got inside? Candy or money? Don't wiant a dog unless it's got something inside!" And undoubtedly, there are many ready to agree with Miss Farquhar that the true Christmas is what we --ags individuals-- make it. Nothing in life is without alloy-- even Christmas must have its flaws. There are some few people to whom Christmas is a day of giving and taking--of expectancy, disappoint- ment and pain; a day, in fact. of great worry, distress, sorrow and ill-will. To those people, Christmas is merely a day on which to pay social debts. Those are the people whom you hear say that the mo- dern Christmas is losing its spirit and meaning--and that it is now vi- ciously commercialized by dollar- mad business men. : Gifts in themselves are of little value -- they are symbols of some- thing else--and behind the gift is the sentiment that is the real signi- ficance of Christmas. It is the spirit of love and good-fellowship-- of peace and good-will. Believe in 'Christmas yourself and make it what it should be, rather than leave it to others to make it what you would like it to be. Make a spirited and determined effort this Christmas to brighten this world and its homes, and bring to an ac~ tual reality the greatest message ever heard--that message of hope and possibility -- PBACE on EARTH--GOODWILL toward men. Peace and goodwill--not for a day or for a year--but for all time. Give the spirit of Christmas a permanent place in your homes and in your hearts that it may grow so strong that nothing can destroy it. A Merry, Merry 'Christmas to you The best we could wish for any one of you is a true and warm under- standing of Christmas! (Charles Dunn, driving at night along a Tennessee road, decided to have a cigarette. 'When he lit it two teeth and a part of his lip dis- appeared in. the. explosion. He had ents? Can it be that little children are so surfeited with toys that they stop to ask how much they cost be- forgotten that in the pocket with loose cigarettes he also carried some Christmas firecrackers. --- HOTEL Ce a 750 ROOMS--RATES (1 $1.50 to $2.50 | SINGLE NO HIGHER MODERN, FIREPROOF HOTE! 8 CONVENIENTLY LOCATED i] +750 ROOMS--RATES $1.50 to $2.50 "SINGLE NO HIGHER FREE RADIO IN EACH ROOM og Rochester, Buffalo end Erte Marvelville Y.P.S. 8 p.m. when the following officers MARVELVILLE The L.T:B. held their annual meet- ing in the Orange Hall, Dec. 15th. The W.M. Sister Edna Warren was in the chair for the meeting. After the general order of business the election of officers took place. Dis- trict Master Bro. Gerald Hill occu- pied the chair for the election of officers and installation of officers, Sister Verna Fader acting as Diree- tor of Ceremonies. Officers were as follows: --W.M. Bro. Alex. MacEwen; D/M. Bro. Rus- sell McNab; . Rec. Sec., Hill re-elected; Fin. Sec., Bro. Nor- man McCormick re-elected; Treas., Bro. Earl Hill; Chap. Bro. Ernie Warren re-elected Dir. of Cer., Sis- ter Verna Fader re-elected; Condue- tor, Sis. Pearl MacEwen re-elected; 1st com., Bro. Leslie Robinson; 2nd com,, Bro. L. M. Brunton; 3rd com., Sis. Florence McCormick; 4th Com. Bro. Wm. Loney; 5th Com., Sister Edna Warren; inside tyler, Bro. G. Hill; outside tyler, Bro. Willard Mec- Cormick. ¢ Short addresses were given by ail | Ruby James; newly elected officers. The hall was beautifully decorated for the occa- sion with Christmas bells and strea- mers and a Christmas tree carried a present for each "member. The- meeting was brought to a close and a chicken supper was en- joyed by all. Wedding bells are ringing in this vicinity. 3 Earl and Elwin Hill attended the scarlet meeting in Vernon Thursday evening. Mrs. Jack Stewart and son Hugh were the guests of Mrs. Sunday. Mr. Oscar Hill is now employed by Mr. E. Park, Echo Valley. Mrs. C. Fader spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs, J. Mitchell of Edwards. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Brunton made a trip to the Capital on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Dempsey, of Kenmore, called on friends here on Friday. Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Brunton visit- ed Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hay on Sunday night. Mrs. Isaac Griffita friends here on Sunday. Don't forget the SiS. concert in the church on Friday night, Dec. 24. callad on Come and enjoy yourself. Bro. Elwin North Russell Y.P.S. Annual The North Russell Y.P.S. held their annual meeting on Friday evening, Dec. 17th at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Hamilton with the president Walter Henderson in the chair. : The meeting opened by singing "Breathe on me Breath of God" and repeating the Lord'st Prayer in uni- son. The Scripture was read by Ruby Buckingham. The election of officers was con- ducted by Mr. Richard Morrow as- sisted by Mrs. Lloyd Morrow and Miss Mabel Buckingham. The offi- cers for the coming year are as fol- lows :-- President, Clelland Hamil- ton; Vice President, Lloyd Hay; i Secretary, 'Carman James; Treas, | Thomas Buckingham; Missionary convener, Eldon . Paul; Citizenship convener, Beulah Shelp; Literary convener, Jean Allison; Reereation i committee, Ruby Buckingham and refreshments, Belle Beckstead and Ed. Smith; Secretary Press, Ruby James. At the close of the meeting lunch was served by the hostess and some of the members. VernonL. 0.1L. Annual Meeting The Vernon L.O.L. No. 1095 held Barber on! Annual Meeting The Maryvelville Y.P.S. held "heir annual meeting Friday, Dec. 17th, at were elected:--Hon. President, Rev. A. M. Warton; Pres, Margaret Little re-elected; Vice-Pres., Harold Brunton; Sec.-Treas., Robert Hill; pianist, Agnes Barker; Press Sec, Anne Wood; Conveners--Christian Citizenship, Culture, Anne Verna Fader. A Christmas program' under the direction of the Christian Culture convener followed the business pe- riod and opened by all singing some Christmas carols. After the Serip- ture reading by Harold Brunton, a solo, "There's a Song in the Air" was sung by Agnes Barker. The account of H. V. Morton's pilgrimage to Bethlehem when he visited the place of Christ's birth was read by Anne Wood from his book "In the Steps of the Master." Oscar Hill read the world-famous editorial in answering the small girls question "Is There a Santa Claus." The convener presented a few thoughts on the Christmas message and what it means to the world and Oscar Hill; Wood; Christian Missionary, the singing of "Silent Night." A short period of recreation led by Russell Paul and Robert Hill fol- lowed. Quiet music and the Mizpah bene~ diction. completed the evening's pro- KENMORE Miss Phyllis Sheldrick, of Russell, spent a few 'days last week with her sister, Mrs. Laurence Cooper, here. Miss Norma Carkner madd a busi- ness trip to the city on Monday. Miss Muriel Curry, of Ottawa, spent Sunday here with her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Whitteker and sons spent Sunday with the latter's sister, Mrs. Earl VanAllen and Mr. VanAllen. The Kenmore Baptist Church held their Christmas concert at the church on Friday evening last. Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Wallen and son spent Sunday with the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. Watson. Miss Anne MacKinkade spent Tuesday afternoon at the Capitol. Mr. Morgan Park, of Hogsback, spent Sunday at his home here. Mr. and Mrs. H. Watson are cele- brating their 50th wedding anniver- sary on Tuesday, Dec. 28th, and will be at home to friends and neighbors on Tuesday afternoon and evening. Miss Lyla Warren, of Metcalfe, spent Sunday with her parents here. Mr. and Mrs. George Eastman and family, of Russell, spent Sunday eve- ning with Mrs. Bertha Hume. PREPARATION "Be thou prepared for the fight, if 'thou wilt 'win the victory.-- A'Kempis. ; PRIVATE HOSPITAL Licensed Private Maternity : Hospital . : Babies' Maintenance. 62 Rideau Terrace, Ottawa Poe x Oe % meeting opened with the the program closed with prayer and | its annual meeting on Thursday, | Dec. 15th. Visitors were present {from Marvelville, Metcalfe and North Russell. District Master John Warren and Past County Master H. C. Robinson conducted the nomina- tion and installation which resulted as follows: W.M.--S. A. Kinnaird. D.M.--Elwood Dockstrader. Chaplain--Fred Stoodley. Rec.-Sec.--George Rixon. Fin. Sec.--Geo. W. Acres. Lecturers--Thos. Genoe and Mac Bowen. - Marshall--Stuart Hill. Committeemen -- Clifford Acres, Milton McCaul, Garfield McCaul, Harold Kennedy and C. Wilks. After the L.O.L. meeting the Scarlet Chapter of Russell No. 2 held its election of officers, having open- ed the Lodge at Metcalfe on Dec. 14. A hearty vote of thanks was given to L.O.L. 1095 by the visitors for the pleasant evening and refreshments. North Russell GREAT THINGS By Mrs. Wm. A. Gamble, Only a pat on a stray dog's head, And a word of kindness spoken, Made him lift his head with joy--not dread-- And mended a heart almost broken. ~ Only a pat on a weg tot's head, When its lips begin to quiver, And a flow of love from the source above-- Brings joy unto the giver. Only a babe in a manger laid, And the bells of heaven are ringing; Why such joy and gladness made? List--to the angels singing. Peace on earth--Good will to men, Is sounding the world around; Open your hearts--take the message in-- And with His adorers be found. Why should bells at Christmas ring? Why should little children sing? Hail our Saviour, Lord and King. Let us give thanks and adore Him. Ventnor He has no home world's gear, but he smiles; His corduroys are built for not for smiles; He worries not if stocks _or six, Or money's based on gold or polities, So long as folk are then he smiles. THE PIPER COMPARISON and litt] +h and little of tis Those who compare the age on which their lot has fallen -with a golden age which exists only in their imagination, may talk of de- generacy and decay; jut no man who is correctly informed as to the past, will be disposed to take a mo- rose or desponding view of the present.--Lord Macaulay. | wear, holding but he coin, are twelve open hearted, ee Christmas Greeting 1937-- With the Spirit of Christmas in our heart, and full of the appreciation for what friendship means, ) 2 We send to You, Our Friends and Customers a Sincere Wish for A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS! A. LATREMOUILLE St. Onge : - Women's Institute December The meeting of the North Russell Women's Institute was V held at the home of Mrs. Richard Fellowship, Vera Brunton; Christian!Buckingham on - Wednesday after- noon Dec. 15th, with the president, Mrs. R. Whitley presiding, assisted by the secretary, Mrs. Hitsman. The Institute Ode followed by the Lord's Prayer. The roll call was answered by a re- cipe for Christmas pudding. A cash donation was sent to the Cripple Children's Hospital Toronto. Mrs. Russell Hay was appointed to get Christmas ecards and mail them to the aged and shut-ins. A card of thanks was the Wm. Boothe Family. Mrs. Thos. Herrington gave us a talk on the Buymanship course she attended at Vars. Mrs. John Buckingham, convener for December then took charge of the meeting. A paper prepared by Miss Mable Buckingham on "The val- ue of the rural sehool concert" was read by Mrs. Fred Scott. Miss Velma Buckingham then had a "Life Saver" contest and sides were chosen with Mrs. Robert Whit- ley's side being the winners. Tea was then served by the hos- tess assisted by Miss Margaret James. Fourteen members and six visitors were present. The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Russell Hay on January 19th and roll call is to be answered by "A Canadian Author." Convener, Mrs. Percy Graham for Canadianization. North Russell WMS. Annual Meeting The annual meeting of the North Russell Women's Missionary Society was held at the home of Mrs. Fred Shelp on December 8th. The president, Miss Margaret James, presided during the business and worship period. Mrs. Ernest Hamilton then presided for nomina- tion and installation of officers as read from follows: i oid President--Miss Margaret James. 1st Vice Pres.--Mrs. George Hay. 2nd Vice Pres.--Mrs. Wm. Burton Secretary--Miss Matilda Hitsman. Treasurer--Mrs. Ernest Hamilton. M. M. Sec.--Mrs. Russell Hay. The hostess then served tea and a social half hour was spent. PRESERVE YOUR HEALTH In "Gone With the Wind," the spirited heroine, Scarlett, when con- fronted with a serious problem would remark: "I won' think of it now; I'll think of it tomorrow. After all, tomorrow is another day." A great percentage of this world's ills is brought on by worry. If the bogey "worry" attacks you merei- lessly, put it off until the morrow; and with the new day you will be surprised at the renewed courage and optimism it will bring. 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KENNEDY'S MEAT MARKET RUSSELL - TELEPHONE 27 PPP PP PPP PPP PIPPI EARICIR TENET TENET TITAN IE IE IIE TENNENT TNS By eS Tea' Ca aa XXX Xe a a a 0a Xa Xa Xa Xa aX Xa Xa Xa a a Xa Xa Xa Xe Xi Oe (a Xa da Xa a a a a a Xa Xa Xa a og eS From Us To You : | Just a Friendly Greeting in the Spirit of Christmas -- a word of appreciation for the pleasant relations of the past and our good wishes for the future. T. C. SWITZER ERRARRRR RRR AARNE ANNAN] From Us to You and Yours . . WE TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TQ THANK YOU ~ FOR YOUR PATRONAGE AND. WISH YOU AND YOURS A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS - LED BISSONNETTE