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"^hje /tol)^rt0n %hmnu Vol.45 No. 6 Flesherton» Ontario, July 9, 1924 W.H. Thurston & Son, Proprietors PRICEVILLE "^ Mr. Farquhar McKinnon spent the week end with friends in the city. Mrs. Colin McLean is visiting with friends in the city this week. Miss Anna McLean, who has been teachi/ig; at Mona Mills the past year, has returned to her home on the South Line for the holidays. Mr. and Mrs. Carter and little daughter and Mrs. C.'s sister. Miss Grace McQueen of Detroit are visiting their aunt, Mrs. McKinnon and Miss Christina and Mrs. Aldcorn this week. Mr. W. Levine and friend of Detroit are visiting at Mr. John Burnett's. Mr. Alex. McAuley of Clearland visited at Mr. John Burnett's last week. Alex, is an old Priceville boy and called on many old friends who were glad to see him again. Mrs. Edgar Dobson and children of Toronto are visiting her brothers, James and Archie MeArthur. Miss Annabel McLeod is spending a few days with her father, Mr. A. D. McLeod. Mrs. Albert Whitman (nee Fanny â-  McDougal) of Toronto is visiting her mother, Mrs. J. McDougal, at present. Miss McDougal and sister, Mrs. J. Armstrong, left for the West on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Geo, McLillan (nee Myrtle MeArthur) of Niagara are visiting the latter's mother, Mrs. D. Campbell and are accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. McLellan, also of Niagara. Mr. and Mrs D. McFiggan and little daughter of Elmira, N.Y., also Mrs. Bell of Gait, are visiting at Mr R. Shortreed's. Miss Mary Carson of Holland Centre spent the week end at the parental home on the North Line. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Watson and fam- ily of Durham visited at Mr. W. G. Watson's on Sunday. Mr. Neil Shortreed of the Standard Bank, Port Perry, is holidaying at his home here. Mr. Ed. Hogg has treated himself to a new Ford coupe. Mr. Eldon Runciman of Toronto called on friends here last week. Rev. A. Sutherland preached the anniversary services at Flesherton on Sunday. Rev. J. Harrower occupied the Priceville and Swinton Park pul- pits. The evening service here was cancelled and quite a number attend- ed church in Flesherton. Mr. D. G. McLean is confined to his bed this week suffering from a severe cold. _Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton and daugh- ter have returned to Toronto after spending the past week with Mr. and Mrs T. A. Watson, O.D.R. Mr J. Park and family spent Sun- day with Mrs. J. Watson, O.D.R., it being her 71st birthday. Mrs. Clelland and her ten months old baby, St. Catharines, had a narrow escape at Queenston, where the auto in which they were sitting plunged down the bank and was caught and stopped by a tree. Mrs. Clelland was thrown out and sustained severe scalp wounds and bruises. The baby escaped without a scratch. Chas. Harvey, who is employed be- low the bank at the Hydro forebay at Queenston, sustained a fractured skull last week when a bolt fell on him from the works above the bank. He was rushed to the hospital, where he regained consciousness. NOTICE TO CREDITORS In the estate of Isabella Clinton, deceased. Take notice that M creditors and others having claims upon or against the estate of Isabella Clinton, late of the township of Artemesia in the Count of Grey, Ontario, and form- erly of the town of Thombury in said County, spinster, deceased, are re quired to deliver full particulars thereof, and of any securities held by them, duly verified by statutory dec- laration, to J. M. Carthew the solici- tor for the executors, at Thombury aforesaid, on or before tl e 19th day of July A.D. 1924, after which date the executors will proceed to distrib- ute the estate, and that they will not be liable for claims of which they have not then received notice. Dated at Thomburv this 16th day of June A.p. 1924. Silas McAuslan, Albert Mills, by J. M. Carthew, their solicitor. ROCK MILLS The U.F.W.O. met at the home of Mrs. C. D. Meldrum on Wednesday of last week. As the day was fine there was a record attendance, seven lady visitors being present, and some new members were added to the roll. After all business was transacted a dainty lunch was served and a splen- did social half hour was spent. The next meeting is to be held at the home of Mrs. A. Cameron, the first Wednesday in August. The copious showers quite frequent- ly, coupled with the fine warmth is producing a remarkable growth and everything is lovely and promising. We are glad to report Mr. R. J. Laughlin somewhat improved in health at time of writing. Mr. Thos. Betts treated his family last week to a fine new sedan. Kenneth Partridge has been ser- iously ill with pneumonia, but we are pleased to report him on the way to recovery. Mrs. McLaughlin, Mrs. Priestly and son, Johnnie, of Maxwell spent Sat- urday wth R. J. Laughlin, wife and family. Mr Chas. Newell and wife visited over Sunday with relatives in Max- well. A very enjoyable evening was spent at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Smith on Thursday, June 6th, when about 60 friends of Miss Esther McLean gathered to spend a social evening with her before leaving for her home at Rocky Saugeen. Dur- ing the evening Miss McLean was presented with a costly and beautiful string of pearls. Ita Pedlar read a nicely worded address, while Delia English made the presentation. Al- though taken by surprise. Miss Mc- Lean thanked her many friends for their kindness in a few well-chosen words. ' Miss McLean has spent two years in our midst and has made many friends here, who regret her departure from among us She was always faithful in her duties at school and also took an active part in the church here, where she will be greatly mssed. The remainder of the evening was spent in social chat, music and singing, and a dainty lunch was served by the ladies, when all departed to their homes with fond good-byes, feeling they had done justice to one who was so highly esteemed and respected in this com- munity. Mr. Les Chard and wife spent Sun- day with the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. Lawlor at Maxwell Miss Nellie Robertson of Toronto is spending a couple of weeks' holi- days at her home on the ColRpgwood gravel. The U. F 0. picnic, which was held at Eugenia last Tuesday, was quite a success. There was a large crowd present and through the early part of the day was very wet it cleared up, and all enjoyed a social time to- gether. The Alcox Bros, put up some splendid music, which made things lively. Quite a crowd re- mained for the dance in the evening at the pavilion which was very much enjoyed by all the young people. A VICIOUS YOUNGSTER A Honeywood boy who must have a liking for destruction called at Nelson Lawrences home near there and finding no one at home com- menced to cut things up, his first charge was on a flower bed which he completely destroyed), then a young tree fell before his onslaught. He then experimented with the size of a stone required to break a leaded glass light gaining access to the house he liberated a bowl of gold fish allowing them to amuse themselves on the floor. About this time Mr. Lawrence happened home and was so disgusted with what met his eyes that he laid informat- ion to P. C. Gardiner. This boy should be severely pun- ished but owing to his tender years will be given a chance, his guard- ian promising his better behavior. â€" Creemore Star. CARD OF THANKS CEYLON Mrs. Wm. Heslop and little grand- daughter, Bernice Campbell, of Eu- genia are visiting Miss McKenzie and brother. Mr. Alex. Knox of North Bay is holidaying with his mother here. Mr. and Mrs. Luther Torrey and son of Lauriston visited Mr. and Mrs. R. Piper the first of the week. Miss Farr of Durham and- Miss Lottie Muir of Toronto are guests of Mr. and Mrs. AUie Muir. Miss Jean Collinson, Mrs. F. J. Collinson and three children, Mr. J. Crawford of Regina and Mr. T. Dar- gavel of Wiarton motored to Owen Sound and Wiarton Friday. Mr. A. Muir spent a couple of days last week in Toronto. Mr. Leslie Marshall of Toronto joined his wife here Saturday for a short vacation. Master John McMillan is holiday- ing in Owen Sound. Mr. J. Haxton of Toronto spent the week end with hs mother and sisters here. Mr. Jack White is home for summer holidays from Owen Sound Collegiate. Messrs. W. J. Wadsworth Sr. and son, Will, and Mr. Woodburne of To- ronto were callers at R. Cook's on July 1st. Mr. Austin McMullen of Toronto spent the past week with his father and sister here. R. Cook visited wi:h friend.s at Hanover last week. Mr. S. Hemohil' and family motor- ed to Dundalk on the first. Mr. J. L. McMullen spent a couple of days in Owen Sound last week. FEVERSHAM Entrance examinations held here last week with Mr. C. M. Morris, our contnuation school teacher, presiding. We understand there were twenty-six pupils from the surrounding school sections who wrote. Mr. Geo. Julian of Hamilton is vsit- ing with his daughter, Mrs. Robt. Whiteoak and other friends in this village. Mr. W-. R .Colquette of Port Mc- Xichol spent Thursday with friends in this village. Mrs Colquette re- turned home with him to the Port. Mr. Tlios. Perigo and two sons of Toronto are visiting with the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ira Perigo. Miss Rosie McGirr has arrived home for the holidays. Mr. and Mrs Wm. Walters of To- ronto are visiting with the latter's sister, Mrs. Chris Thomson, in this village. Mr. and Mrs. John Dyre of CoUing- wood spent Sunday v.-ith Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Conn Jr. Mr. and. Mrs. Henry Buckingham of Saskatchewan attended the funeral of the latter's mother, Mrs. Jas. MuUin, last week and are renewing old ac- quaintances in this neighborhood at present. Mrs. John Brown of St. JIarys came dowTi to her mother's funeral and is having a visit with old friends for a while. Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Heron and son, Kenneth, and Mrs Harry Horton of Toronto motored up on Sunday and spent a few days this week with Mrs. Horton's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Colquette. Mrs. S. Hudson of Port Huron, Mrs. A. Sinclair and two children | Mich., is renewing old acquaintances Mrs. A. Muir and little son, Mr. and j here. Mrs. Geo. Banks, Mr. and Mrs. J. S. McMillan and others motored to Wa- Died â€" On Tuesday, July 1st Mrs. Jas. Mullen. The funeral took place onic picnic, joyable time. Mr. J. Snell, who has been in De troit for some time, has home. saga Beach on Thursday to the Mas- to Feversham cemetery and was All report a most en- largely attended, as Mrs. Mullen was ;an old and highly respected resident of this township. Mr. Mullen pre- returned ; deceased her some three years ago. Death has again called at the honre of the late V.' i. Hodgson and Mrs. Hodgson has buju called to the Great Beyond, where there is no more pain or sorrow for those who are ready for the call Here is a httle straight-from-the- shoulder talk about matters lying near our heart. There seems to be a feeling among some business men that a newspaper has no business to make money. Why not? It AND THAT'S THAT PORTLAW Mount Zion Sunday school purpos- is the es holding their picnic in Mr. Hopps' most excting business in the world, , grove on Wednesday, July 16th. the most trying in every way. It ' Mr. and Mrs. George Haney and means long hours and the greatest family of Toronto are holidaying care in its conduct. The newspaper 'with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Taylor. has the entire public to deal with. Centre Line. Miss Nesbitt, a former teacher, her mother, sister a,ui friend of Caledon visited over the week end at Mr. and It is criticized on all occasions. It has to deal with all the cranks in the community ,and to do this successfully requires judgment and patience. It Mrs. Robert Han lah's has power, and that power to the' y^^^,^^ g^^,,, ^^^^.^ vT.lL r'"'/.''"' \r ' ^'"T °^ Toronto are spending their hoij- w.elded for the pubhc good No j,,,3 ^, ^he home of the former's question of vital concern to the home uncle, J. J. Little people fails to find a strong support f-rom the home newspaper, and this, â-  too, without renumeration . The publisher spends his money to further these projects and the community never gives a thought to the matter of cost to him. It is not paid out Mr. Harry Thompson and Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Pediar of Detroit motor- i3d over for a week's holiday with their relatives iicre. Dr. Robert Morton, who has lately beet* in Philadelphia taking a post- of the public pocket. Every town .^''^duate course, is visiting his par needs a good newspaper, and the way ^''^^' ^'â- '"^*'^ ^'"^ to have it is to assist in making the business profitable. The newspaper wants every concern to prosper. Why should not this good-will be re- turned. To make a profit, to earn .is visiting with his brother and re interest on the investment, the news- newing old friendships here, paper must have a living rate for its paper and advertising space. â€" Carle- ton Place Canadian. Mr. Johnston from near Markdale is visiting his brother-in-law, Mr. R. Hannah. Mr. George Thompson of Chesley VICTORIA CORNERS SHELDON MYERS Builder and Contractor A frame cottage owied by Henry SHINGLES .VND FLOORING LAID Ternan of Arthur was struck by light- .ALL KINDS OF REP.VIR WORK I ning and destroyed. The building was ' \ vacant. . Flesherton, - Ont. r Mr. Geo. Ludlow is rebuilding his kitchen. Mr. and Mrs. Milton Bannon and family motored down and spent a day in Toronto. Mrs. Newton Bannon accompanied them as far as Bramp- ton. Miss Pettie, matron of Fergus hos- pital, called on Bannon's on the first of July. Vera Moore is attending summer school in Owen Sound. , Reg Stevens is home from Detroit for a week. Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Gallagher and children from Toronto are visiting at Wilfred Gallagher's and friends. Mrs Gallagher and childi-en are remaining for a month. TORONTO LINE, NORTH The Presbyterian Sunday school picnic held their annual picnic on Monday in J. Lever's grove. Mr. J. Brimsmail of Toronto spent the week end at A. Stewart's. Mr. and Mrs. J. .4. Lever and fam- ily, accompanied by Miss Stella Alcox. motored over and spent Sunday with Brussells friends. ] Mr. Harold Moirison is engaged i working at Fred Brown's at present. , Miss Ida Lever of Toronto paid a I short visit wth her parents here, re- turning Sunday. Mr. T. B. Perigo and two sons of 'â-  Toronto visited with the former's sister, Mrs. .Albert .-^tewart, last week. : Mr. Wm. Burnett and family, ac- i companied by Durh.im friends, spent i Sunday at Eugenia. | Miss M. R. May:ock of Hanover spent a few days with her friend, Gertrude Lever, recently. GIFTS Be they for a Wedding, Birth- day or any other event, we have just what you would like to give. The quality of our Gift Merch- andise is of the very highest, yet we can offer the same to 'you at very reasonable prices. â-  We shall be pleased to have you look over our selections. W. A. Armstrong & Son JEWELERS Flesherton, Ont. A 5 lb. 2 oz. black bass was caught at Pike Lake, just west of Mt. Forest by Norman Crossen of Cleveland, Ohio. Bates Burial Co. DIRECTORS OF Funeral Service Modern Funeral Parlor 124 AVENUE ROAD Toronto, Ont 'Phone Hillcrest 0268 J. W. Bates R. Maddocks m HOUSE OF GLUALITV GROCERIES â€" A full line of fresh groceries always on hand. FRUIT â€" Oranges, Grape fruit, Lemons, Ban- anas and other fruit in season. CHOCOLATESâ€" Neilson's bars, bulk and Fancy boxes. FLOUR and FEED Five Roses Flour, Bran, Shorts, Screenings, Oatchop, Barley chop and wheat chop. 1 W. J. STEWART 8i SONS Flour, Feed, Seeds, Groceries and Confeotionery Flesherton, 0@@^@^®0^©@©^^:.{^^):^.©@®®^^^@@®^${gi# To our very many kind friends both far and nar w^ho have extended to us 80 very much sympathy and assist- ance in our recent bereavement in the death of our two sons and brothers. I â€" Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Henderson i and Daughters. ' Methodist Church, Flesherton FOCUSING This one thing I do 7 p.m. Sunday, July 13th 9.45 a.m.â€" SUNDAY SHCOOL 11.00 a.m.â€" FISHING ON THE OTHER SIDE. Thursday, July 10th at Lever's Grove SUNDAY SCHOOL PICNIC MID-WEEK SERVIE ON TUESDAYSâ€" LIFE IF .IE8US. A CHURCH with a PURPOSE ® Bargains In Boots. © If you are in need of a good Work g Boot either Black or Tan we have a Z z very good assortment. Try a pair. THOS. CLAYTON § FLESHERTON, ONTARIO 9t &^@^@<^€-0@O0@^^%0^@^@^©®$$$94MMt<