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.1 Ui}ii fkB\)tti0n Vol 45 No. 39 Flesherton. Ontario March 24, 1926 W, H, Thurston & Son, Proprietors ROCK MILLS Beautiful spring weather at time of writing. Mr. Cecil Betts, commenced last week to work for W. J. Stewart & Sons a^ain, in the grocery store at Flesherton. Jlrs.Johnson, is at present with her son here, Mr. Geo. Johnson. The social evening which was held at Eugenia Grange Hall, on Tuesday last, March 16th, by the U. F. O. and U. F. W. O. was a real success- ful affair. A good program was given consisting of songs, recitations, read- ings, music and a couple of duets, and two dialogues entitled an Unsu;c- cessful Advance, and Jelly for the Minister, which were much enjoyed. A bountiful lunch was served at the close. Mr. and Mrs. John Wickens and family, of Kimberley, visited recent- ly with Mrs. Wickente' parents here, Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Pedlar. Mr. Henry Smith met with a bad accident on Saturday last, while at a buzzing bee, he got his right leg broken just above the ankle. We were very sorry to hear this but hope he may recover rapidly. Mr. and Mrs. Sandy Hoy, Eugenia, visitiyi recently with ,the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hoy. We are glad to report Mrs. R. Hoy improving nicely after her recent ill- ness. Mr. and Mrs. Steve, Sutton, Mr. and Mrs. Alf. Devrt, Mr. Jim Stewart and Miss Jennie Winters of Flesherton, spent an evening last week at the home of Mr. W. T. Pedlar's. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Fisher, and Miss Ettie Radley, visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. A. McEachnie, in Flesh- erton. Mr. Levi Betts, visited with rela- tives in Toronto recently. EIGHTH LINE, OSPREY Miss Dalie Mae Ottewell has been «ick. Glad to hear she is on the mend. Mrs. Jclin Gilpin returned home to the Gables ou Friday. Mr. Palilster and Mr. Hawkins, ploughed the 8th line one day recent- ly. Good road iiow Sam. Mr. Jim Burns is busy cutting wood now. Miss Dorothy Ottewell spent a week at her aunt's and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Ottewell. -^ ^Jf Sorry Miss Vcrna Benson is on the sick list. Quite a number attended the fun- eral of Mrs. George Sayres at Fever- sham. PRICEVILLE UNITED W.M.S. The W. M. S. of St. Columba church Priceville, met on Wednesday, March 10th, at the Manse. Mrs. Robt. Pars- low, the vice-president was in the chair. Two delegates, Mrs. R. Parslow, and Mrs. (Rev.) MeCormack were ap- pointed to attend the Presbyterial to meet in Orangeville on March 23rii On learning that there was a deficit in the misisonary budget for this presbyterial. the members decided to make an offering towards this fund, contribution to be made not later than Sunday, Miirch 21st. The topic for this month was "Pray- er and the Missionarit's," and was taken by Mrs. E. Mi'ther, and Mrs. D. G. McLean. At the close of the meeting, a social hour was spent, while lunch was ser- ved and this brought to a close a very pleasant afternoon. E.\ST .MOLNTALV CARP OF THANKS We wish to thank our friends and neighbors for their kindness and symi" pathy shown us during the illness and death of our wife and mother, Elizabeth Sayers. HUSBAND AND DAUGHTERS Mr. Wm. llarbottle of- Duncan buz- zed wood for Messrs. J. H. and E. Thompson on Thursday and Friday of last week. .\ number from here attended the bazaar and oyster supper in KimbA"- ley on Friday evening. We are pleased to report Miss Perle Allen regaining health again after a severe illness. Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Fawcett gave a party to their friends on Thursday evening. Mr. Victor Ford is visiting with Mr. R. McMullen and other friends in this vicinity at present. Mr. Wm. McClung of Kimberley, was a caller in this neighborhood on Thursday. Evei-yone was pleased to see him looking hale and hearty after his recent illness. Messrs Russell Hill and D. McClay of Cherry Grove were callers at S. H. Smart's on Monday. Mr. Clarence Smart visited over the week end with friends at Victoria. We understnd that Mr. Thomas Mc- Kenzie has taken Mr. T. Allen's farm on shares for the coming summer. Mr. Samuel Smart disposed of his fine three year old colt last week. The young people from here took in the dance at Kimberley on Friday night. FEVERSHAM Mrs. Henderson and mother, Mrs. Long \'isited in London and Brantford last week. Miss Queenie Kaitting spent the week end with Miss Ruby Henderson. Mrs. McQuajjrie of Wionipeg is visiting with her cousins Mrs Thorn- bury at the hotel. Mr. John Speers spent the week end in Dundalk. Mis. F. Burry and Oscar Dead- man of Windsor, Ontario, are holiday- ing at the latters home in this vill- age. DIED â€" Ou March 14th, Mrs. Geo. Sayers after a long and lingering illnesk extending over a year. PROTON STATION The Proton Juniors paid their week ly visit to FJiesherton last Friday" night. This time the result was a tie. Dever Bros, have put-chased the store and dwelling house from Mr. Hugh Copeland, which they have had leased for the past five years. Mr. R. G. Acheson has purchased Mr. Jared Lyons' 150 acre farm in- cluding the livestock and implements. Mr. and Mrs. John Hodgins re- turned home on Monday after a vis- it witii their daughter in Owen Sound. We are pleased to report Mrs. Med- daugh recovering from her serious illness, also glad to see Mr. Robt Bates around after an attack of pneu- monia. Mr. Charlie Davey has gone to Owen Sound to have an X-Ray ex- amination. Little Delia Vause has bsen ill with bronchitis at the home of her grandparents here. Her mother Mrs. Robt. Vause of the Junction is in attendance. Miss Margaret Moore spent a few days this week with her friend Miss Maggie Lyons. Mr. T. Dever visited a couple of days at the home of Mr. Milton Bann- on. MARKDALE Spencer â€" Sornberr.?r A quiet wedding was solemnized at Trinity church parsonage, Col- lingwood. on Thursday, March 18th, when Elizabeth Sornberger and Geo- rge Spencei-, both of Osprey township were united in marriage. Rev. W. B. Smith officiated. ROB ROY FRIENDS FAREWELL On Thursday evening, March 15th, a large number of friends and neigh- bors met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. .\ngus McLeod to bid farewell to them before they move from their home at Rob Roy. to Maxwell. They have lived at Rob Roy for fourteen years and are very highly valued in the neighborhood.. Their loss will be gi-catly felt by the neighbors as well as by all in the community who werd acquainted with them. A very enjoyable time was spent in games, cards and dancing. During the even- ing an address was read by Miss R. E. Love to the family who were pre- sented with a handsome wicker set consisting of a wicker rocker, arm chair and flower stand. IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of William Brew- ster, who died Nov. 22nd 1924. W^e loved him, yes we loved him But Jesus loved him more. And he gently called him To yonder shining shore. The golden gates were open. And a gentle voice said come; And with farewell unspoken. He gently entered home. â€" His niece. Mrs. Jas Ottewell IN MEMORIAM The late W. J. Bryan left an es- tate of $600,000. Bryan was known «8 the Great Commoner, but his es- tate shows he was an uncommonej". DEPENDABLE Auctioneer Service Reliable and Reasonable â€" the fac- tors that have made my service suc- cessful. Let me conduct your pure- bred. Farm Stock sale. Arrange dates early at this office .1. S. Shei>herdso:i Vactioneer. In loving memory of Margaret Brewster. Weep not for me, my friends so dear, I am not dead, but sleeping here. God loved me too, and he thought it best. To take his lovcd one home to rest. â€"MRS. JAS. OTTEWELL WHITBYâ€" In Markda.'a, on 5Ion- day, March 15th. 1926, Rufu.^ Or- mond W^bitby, in his 65i.h year. The funeral took place, Wednesday March 17th. at 2 o'clock, from his late residence to Markdale Cemetery. Mr. J. .E Crone, for the past three years manager of F. T. Hill & Co's. store here, last week closed a deal for the stock and fixtures of Milheln & Gill at Strathroy. He and Mrs. Crone left, for their new â-  location Monday evening and are taking charge of the business immediately. Mr. Crone has been a good citizen and we aro ex- tremely sorry to see him leave town, lie is one man in whom we have the utmost confidence and we can assure the people of Strathroy and vicinity that there is no squarar business man in Canada to-day. We hope that Mr. and Mrs. Crone may fit in well in their nov.- location and that they may have good health and prosperity. Mr. .Albert Jackson lias purchased the garage and equipment formerly conducted by Mr. E. Hill at Chats- worth and will take possession at once. He will sell Chevrolet and McLaughlan cars, and will employ an expert mechanic to look after tlie repair end of the business. This is an exeelent location for a garage and with the experience that Mr. Jackson has had in the business he ynU make good Wo congratulate Mr. Jackson on his enterprise and extend him best wishes for continued suc- cess. The Jackson garage business here is now entirely in the hands of Mr. Bert Jackson, who has proved himself an energetic salesman and manager. â€" Standard. EUGENIA LADY BANK Spring has made its appearance in due time, and the snow is going quickly. The Ladies' Aid will hold their .April meeting at the home of Mrs. Walter Wilson, on Wed. the 14th. Miss Winnifrcd McMullen returned to her position in CoUingwood Mon- day of this week. Mrs. Joe SeweU has returned to her home here, after a two weeks visit with friends in Flesherton and Durham. We are pleased to report Mr. Dav- id McMullen is a little improved in health. Mr. James Fawcett of the town line Euphrasia and CoUingwood is at pres- ent in very poor health. A number of the young people at- tended the party on Thursday night last, given by Mr. Geo. Glenn and Mr. Chas Wilkinson of Duncan, at the home of Mr. Chas. Fawcett, East Mountain, and report a good time. NOTICE Spring-like weather. Crows are plentiful in Ihis vicinity although the snow is very deep on the roads, especially on Inkerman street here. The roads are not in very good con- dition at present. We neglected to mention the hard- tyme social in last week's items. It was held in the United church on Wed- nesday .March 10th. It was quite suc- cessful. Proceeds amounted to ?14 including fines. The prize for best hard-tyme costumes was awarded to Mrs. H. Falconer and Miss Marjorie Park. These two ladies were dress- in a real harde-tyme way, and their costumes depicted all features of hard times. We must not forget the pan- cakes â€" they were good, and made better by the appliance of the tooth- some sweetness of the maple. Mrs. Geo. Beecroft and son, Flesh- erton, visited the former's mother, Mrs. Turner, on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. J. Boyce, 4th line. visited their son, Calvin here on Monday. Miss Selena MacDonald, 8th line spent a few days with Mrs. E. Doupe of Saugeen Junction. Mr. Court Smith purchased a cow and a quantity of hay from Mr. John Mageo. We hear John is thinking about taking a trip to the West. Mr. Cook of Ceylon and a' couple of other gentlemen were callers in the village one day recently. Mr. J. McGrade, Sth Line, spent Sunday at Mr. Jas. Leppard's Mr. Robt. Smith has been busy moving his household effects, etc. to the "'Paul" farm on the 10th line where he will reside. Good luck Bob. Mr. Ed Graham, from near Thorn- bury visited relatives here over the week end. His fathe|r return il to Thornbury with him for a visit. We are plsr.sed to see Mrs. L. Lat- imer able to attend church again after her illness. Sorry to report Mrs. Munshaw in poor health at time of \vriting. Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Hillock of Max- well visited v.-irh Mr. J. K. Jamieson and Miss Ki.. •. Miss Doris ;d;:Gee. accompanied by Miss Donalda Sloan visited at the former's homo, V'andeieur. Miss Marguerite PetUar. and "broth- er Glen, visited over the week end at Mr. H. Shaw's. Mr .and Mrs. Stanley Campbell and family spent Sunday at Mr. Calvin Boyce's. TORONTO LINE, NORTH CEYLON Mr. snd Mrs. .K Wickens anfl Mr. J. A. Mathews of Shelbume daughter, Marion, visited with Mrs. paid a business trip to this burg the J. Hogarth recently. ^jast week. .Miss Bessie Stewart returned hom^^Vrovincial Constable Denton and after spending the past _week with License Inspector M. C. Beckett were the Thibadeau families near Mark- in this burg Saturday on business, dale. Mr. Ben McKenzie who has spent Mrs. H. -Alexander of Feversham, the winter months in Florida, arrived spent the week end with her sister, home Saturday. Mrs. A. Stewart, and her mother, Mrs Mr. and Mrs. Duckett and babe of Perigoc. . Maxwell, spent the Isi of the week at Mr. Harold Lever and sister, Ger- Mr. L. Duckett's. trude spent Sunday with the David- jjj.. a„d Mrs. Chas. Chislett and lit- son family at Barr Head. ^i^ daughter of Proton, spent the 1st Mr. Geo. Beecroft of the East Back; of the week at Mrs. Alf. Chislett's. Line spent a few days recently at the home of E. Wickens. Mr. Russell Wiloon of Barr Head visited at J. Alco.x's on Sunday last. -A number from here have been at- tending the revival meetings being held in Markdale by Dr. Crossley and Mr. Leonard. Mr. John McMillan held a very suc- cessful auction sale of stock and im- plements on Monday afternoon, the day being ideal, and a large crowd was present. Mrs. F. D. Cairns, who has been visiting at Toronto and other points PRICEVILLE for a fortnight, returned home on Saturday. ! The Orangemen held a dance and 1 a box social in the Orange Hall here on Friday night. Mr. and Mrs. John Stewart gace a Mr. A. D. McLeod is on his rounds at present, assessing the township. Mrs. SaraH Mil's, who went to „, , . , ^ ^. . -r i i â-  -i 1. party on Thursday night to their .i.'ontanna a year ago to visit her !, . , , . , , , , sisters and brother has returned to ^'•'.""''^, /'""^ neighbors and a most her home again. i enjoyable time v/as spent. Mr. and Mrs. F. P. Reiley gave a ^'l^- J'"'^'^ Hazard of Priceviile delightful pai-ty on Friday evening ^'"sited her father Mr. H. Stone oa last. Thursday. Miss Victoria McMillan accom- Mr. Percy Hunt, who spent the win- panied by her f , ends Miss Helen and ter with his family here, left on Sat- Mr. Neil Madill ..f Melancthon. spent urday for his farm in the west. Mrs the week end c her home on tl:e Hunt and son, Stanley accompanied South Line, and took in the party him to Troonto, where they will visit at Mr. Reiley's. relatives for a few weeks. Mrs. Wilfred W .tson. who has been convalescing at h i- old home at the Glen, returned to '.ler home here on Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. St-rling Whvte, O.D. I »'» Prepared to do all kinds of R.. left here on Saturday for Toronto "'^11 paper hanging. Satisfaction and where they expect to reside in the guaranteed work. Prices right. Ph. future. They will be much missed " ring 3, Osprey. on the 0. D. R. â€" H. L. LEPARD. Feversham NOTICE ONWARD" NEWS The Onward U. F. Y. P. O. held a St. Patrick's social last Thursday ev- ening in 0. 9. R. ;-jhoolhous=e. Brady Irwin took the chair. .A good program was provided 'oy the committee ap- pointed, and the tine was well spent in games and contests, after which lunch was served, and the meeting closed with God S' -e The King. - Master Mathias Williamson under- went a serious operation last week in Durham hospital for the removal of the appendix and other internal trouble. Pleased ro report the young patient to be doing nicely. Mr. Farquhar Oliver returned last week from a short visit to Toronto and Ottav.-a. Little Ambro.se Huddy is under the doctor's care from an attack of ton- solitis. We wi.'^;! for the little fell- ow's speedy convalescence. The first day of spring finds us with still plenty of snow and the road in a breakinL- condition. Although the snow plow is being used, the strong sun l.itfly is undermining the thorot;rhfare to an impassabie state. Rev. F. G. Fowler of Waterford, P. A., and formei-ly of Flesherton. wa.*; inducted into the pastorate of the Brussels' Prcs'iyterian church on Thursday of last week. .A credit auction sale of farm stock and implements will be held at Price- ! ville on Thursday, April 1st. at Ip. I m., the property of Mr. A. B. McDon- ald. No reser\-e. Everything must be sold. Geo. Duncan, auctioneer. BATES BURIAL CO. FUNERAL SERVICE NEW MODERN FUNERAL PARLORS 122-124 Avenue Road, TORONTO J. W. Bates. R. Maddocks. The Latest News from the Haw Store, Ceylon The Sale of la.st week was quite a success, but some of the goods in? sfil! left, so we have decided ti.< continue the prices quoted on the Dill, while the goods last. Rennie's field and garden seeds for sale again this year. The same high quality, and the price is right. Wallpap.?r is cheaper than ever this year â€" the selection is well varied, and tho best we have yet shown. See our samples before buying. You have the advanta^.' of returning unused rolls. This saves you money. ' HIGHEST PRICES PAID FOR CREAM AND EGGS. A. E. HAW General Store - CEYLON IN MEMORIAM Canada wants American settlers. One good .American is worth five Europeans. Land, excellent land, is much cheaper in Canada than it is in the United States, and Tvil! pro- '"'•'• !'i<»t as h'g crop^ No fishing or trespassing will be allowed on Lot. 40., Con. 10, Arte- mesia. Trespassers will be prose- I cuted. â€" Geo. Ottewell. i Who can remember away back when a school teacher didn't think it was a good day unless half a doz- en kids were trounced ? McL.ACHLAN â€" In lovingr memory of our dear wife ,tk1 mother, who pasesd away March 2.'ith 1924. Ju.""* two years ago to-day dear moth- i _ er, ! Since you were tik«n from out- midst. God alone krio^v >i"w vf>',i »u^feT"d, And hf ra'Vrl â- .-oi- Konip tn r-''. HOUSE OF Q.UALITY GROCERIE,S AND FEEDS GROCERIES â€" We carry a full line of fresh grocer* ies always on hand. FRUIT â€" Dried fruits of all kinds, also oranges, lem- ons, and grape fruit. FLOUR AND FEED â€" Puryit, Five Ro«!s and Royal Household. Bran, Shorts, Screening of all kinds, chop Beef Scrap, Oyster shell, oil cakes, and feeding molaM- es by the gallon or barrell. W. J. STEWART 81 SON C •^tour. Feed. Seeds. Groceries and Confectionery Flesherton