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i /Icstycrton Kdi Vol. 51, No. 43 Flesherton, Ontario, March W. H. Thurston & Son, Proprietors KIMBERLEY The weather is "snapping" cold, but only enough snow for fair sleigh- ing. The can still running on the highway north. Mr. Elmer Ellis has taken over the trucking business of his brother, Mr. Russel Ellis and took hit first load to Toronto on Monday. Mrs. R. Chard is in Toronto with her mother, 'Mrs. W. T. Ellis, who i in the Toronto General hospital We are glad to be able to report her do- ing as well as can be expected after her recent operation. The W.M.S. met at Mrs. G. W. Ilulchmson's home. Arrangements were made for a service on Easter Sunday morning, after which the members enjoyed a chapter from "The Land of the Dawn." The concert planned by the men of the United church had to be post- poned until Thursday the 24th on account of the numbers of the pro- pram. Death made a very hurried call on Thursday morning about 6:30, taking away one of our beloved mothers. Mrs. Geo. McConnell, after about an hour's illness. Mrs. McConnell had been in good health all winter and did not complain of the least illness until 5:SO, when the Dr. was called and all was done possible by her sor- rowing husband and son, Basil, who were with her when tht end came. Besides her husband she leaves t mourn her loss four MIS and fonr , Basil and BerylJCimberley. Clark and Edgar at home; Mr*. Joh Wilso* (Vewa), Mrs. Harold Fawcett (Hatel,) of Kimberley, Mrs. R. Hutcfc- {ntom (Millie) of Vaqdeleur. Mri. Perey Seinple (Tesie) of also 4 grand-children sad one sister, Mrs. John ICeConnell, of Sturgeoa Falls and one brother, Mr. John John- ston, of Allendale, both were present at the funeral, which took place on Sunday afternoon to the chapel a: Markdale, after which interment was made in New England cemetery. Mrs. McConnell was a fine Christian wo- man and beloved by all who came in contact with her and will be much missed, both by her family and neigh- bors. Rev. licAuslan had charge of the service and gavt a very com- forting sermon. Mir. Tho. Hatchinsoi visited a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hutchin- son. We are sorry to report Mr. Wm Stafford not in very (rood health. MAXWELL Divine service will be held in St Mary's Anglican church on Good Fri- day, March 25th, at 3 p.m. The ser- vice and sermon will be appropriate for the occasion. All families and individuals invited. Mr. and Mrs. John Priestley visited over the week e nd with relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. Les. Poole visited on Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. R. Priest- ley. Mrs. Louis Kerton spent th e pas? week with her sister, Mrs. Geo. Long, at Hopeville, also Mrs. Charles Long A great number around here have been ill with the flu. DANCE ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT The regular dance oif the L.O.L. No. 660, Maxwell, usually held on Friday night, will be held on Wednes- day night, March 23rd, in the Orange Hall, as the regular night comeg oj. Good Friday. Everybody welcome. Admission 25c. CEYLON IWiLLS On Friday evening the Sunday school gave a concert in the church, owing to so much illness the crowd was not as large as usual. Mr. G. We are having real winter weather now and the snow is piled up very deep in places. Cars have been un- able to travel on the county road for EUGENIA Littlejohns acted as chairman for the some days. The Baptist Ladies' Aid held a soc- ial evening on Friday, March 18th, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. L. Chard. A large crowd was present to enjoy McWilliams. Old Black Joe was well ] the program, which consisted of red- rendered by Harvey Archibald, Nellie tations, music, songs and a play en- evening in his very happy manner. The school sang the opening chorus, followed by recitations from Irene Mathewson, Margaret Smiley and Joe Genoe and Olive and Jean Marshall. Melville Hunt then recited "Sister't nest Feller" and music by the Piper orchestra was well received and heart- Harvey Archibald and each recited and Miss ily encored. Mabel Haw Lottie Whittaker gave a splendid reading. Mrs. J. McWilliams favor- ed the audience with a couple of solos, followed by a one-hour play, "Plantation School Days" which was very humorous, Mr. McWilliams tak- ing the part of the school master with the following ten acting the pan of scholars: Mabel Haw, Olive Mar- shall, Nellie Genoe, Carlotta Plester, Jean Marshall, Alex. Marshall, Har- vey Archibald, Murray Marshall, Mel- ville Hunt, Laurie Genoe, each one PROTON STATION The rector of the Anglican church here requested that the following no J ^ ag tne ir part well. The concert tice be inserted in this column: Di- ' vine service will be held in Trinity church, Proton Station, on Good Fri- day, March 26th, at the hour o 10:*0 titled "Mrs. Stubbins Book Agent." The members of the aid wish to thank Mr. and Mrs. Chard for opening their home to them for the evening and also all those who helped make the social a success. Miss Irene Walker of Eugenia vis- ited the past week with Mrs. Mel- bourne Phillips and family. The teacher and pupils of the public school entertained the parents on Friday afternoon, when a program ef songs, recitations, music and read- ings were given. A contest was put on by the teacher and at the close delicious home made candy was serv- ed to all present. Mrs. Cecil Betts spent a few days last week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robt. McMullea, East Mountain, then closed with singing God Save I returning home on Sunday. The King. The Easter Exams are being writ- The service and sermon will ! l s t week. Mr. Will. Sergant of Owen Sound j ten in the school this week commenc- spent a few days in th neighborhood ing Monday morning. School will be appropriate for Good Friday. All families and individuals are cordially in-rited to thi sernee. The Easter sec-rice for the Protom char* will be held on Sunday, April *rd at 8 p.m. Last Wednesday afternoon the United church W.M.S. quitted a quilt for their missionary bale. They also did one for Mr*. Wes. Derer and pre- sented her with a pair of flanelletie blankets, pillow slips and towels. The men were invited in for lunch and a social hour was enjoyed at the close. At the last meeting of the Anglican Guild, at the. home of Mrs. Ed. Stin- close Thursday for the Easter holi- Mr. D. D. McLaughlan, who spent 'days. the winter months with his daughter* in Toronto returned home on Thurs- day last. Miss Mabel Parslow, who was re- cently operated on in the General hos- pital, Toronto, for appendicitis IB now recuperating at her home here. Mrs. Will Gibson sptnt th pan week with Toronto friends. Mrs. Cecil Archibald of Proton vik- ited her parents here and attended the S. S. concert on Friday evening. Quite a number in this vicinity art laid im with severe colds. son, a quilt was made and preaented Mrs - George Cairns is visiting her to Mrs. Wes. Deter, whose entice 9 ' 8ter - Mr9 - Harve y Griffon', and he: stock of household, necessities were dau * hter ' Kathleen Cairns, in Toron- burned in the fire which destroyed : to Mrs. H. Deitz, has returned to her home in Cleveland, after spending several weeks with her sister, Mrs. McDowell and brother, Mr. Wm. Phillips. WEEKLY CROP REPORT Alfalfa and clover crops are re ported as badly damaged from hear- ing in some districts. The recent Spring is supposed to be here but we are enjoying winter weather. Mrs. W. C. Hanley is visiting in Flesherton with her daughter, Mrs. Walter Akitt. Miss Mabel Williams visited with her grand mother, Mrs. Solomon Tur- ner recently. We extend our sympathy to the McConnel family of Kimberley in their recent sad bereavement. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Hanley visited recently with Mr. and Mrs. Waltei Poolc, 10th line. Mr. Bert Magee has the house, which he purchased on Pheasant Island, landed safely across the ice to his home. Mr. MacDonald has moved his buildings across the ice hall and was in view for a call. Mr. Currie is a very able speaker and delivered a fine sermon. Mr. John McKechnie had the mis. fortune to lose a valuable horse on Sunday night from indigestion. He also lost one a few weeks ago. Mrs. Allie McLean spent a couple of days visiting her parents in Flesh, erton. Mrs. Boyce and children of Ben. tinck spent a week visiting her sister, Mrs. Colin McArthur. Mr. and Mrs. Hector McLean visited recently with Mr. and Mrs. Allie Mc- Lean. Miss Alma McLean visited recently with friends in Flesherton. A Michigan woman killed a val- uable dog in an attempt to poison her and is bringing it home via 10th line, husband Y ou can't win. then down the 8th line home. Mr. R. Blakey is conducting the moving of both buildings. We are sorry that Miss Lucy Me- Donald has been ill during the pasi | FARM STOCK, IMPLEMENTS, ETC. week. We hope Lucy will soon bej well again. Master Argyle Martin of Flesher- ton spent the week enll at home. Mr. Plantt moved his household effects from the 4th line over to the village on Thursday last. An aeroplane passed over the vil- Auction Sale Will Be Held By JOS. A.THOMPSON ON LOT. 18. CON. 7, OSPREY (2 miles East of Maxwell) TUES., MARCH 29, '32 When the following will be sold: HORSES Black Percheron Team lage last Thursday. It was headed >f Horses, well matched, 11 and 14 toward Owen Sound and -flying quit* ! years old, about 1,400 Ibs. each; Baj low, as a result we got quite a distinct Mare, rising 11 yean old. view of it. CATTLE Red Cow, rising 5 yrs. freshened; Grey Cow, rising 4 yr., due April 11; Red Cow, rising 5 yrs., due April 2<J; Red Cow, rising 9 yrs., iue May 7; 9 Yearling Calves; 2 "POT LUCK" SUPPIt the store ard home. Mrs. Turner of Laurel is ill at the home of her sister, Mrs. Vause. Mr. and Mrs. David Reddick S*un- dayed with Mr. and Mrs. Lome Hod- gin. cold spell put a stop to seeding oper- ations which had been started in some districts. Bruce County reports that most farmers are either getting their seed cleaned or arranging to have it cleaned and that county has suffic- ient for all needs for practically all Mr. and Mrs. Walter Mills spent classes of crops. Brant County re- the past fortnight in Toronto and re. p 0r t s a similar condition. Potatoes turned home on Saturday. Mrs. MePhail, who for past have been selling at 25c a bag in Mid- dlesex. Field mice were busy on and when the traveller plunges! BORN On Saturday, March II, j through and reaches the highway be- to Mr. and Mrs. G. Wallace, a bby hold motor ears are tanning and be- months has been visiting her daugh- , ne farm O f j or , , Kidd, Inglcwood, ter, Mrs. Raney, and family in To- Pee j County, and severely girdled ronto and Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Bailej j OTer IQQ J0-year-old Spy and Bald- es. The orchard was held i Monday, accompanied by Mr. Bailey.' in a Bod mu j c h w 'nich harbored hun- The snowdrift! are rery high on the back line* and side roads just now! and famil 7 at Shngley returned home, win girl. A number of hornet h*ve ism* member of the family liek wfth the flo. We unable to carry on his mail carrying are sorry Mr. Spiers is still D. L. Weber and Mr*. V. J. work. Mr. Weber made a visit with friend* in Toronto last week. Mr. Bruce Carrutae-rs has paTctiM- ed the house and lot from Mr. Elmer Ellis and will take possession the first of April. Mr. Ellis will mov* to his other honae, formerly ownd by "Squire" Stuart and Mr. Spiert li moving to his own home. FLOWERS Ask for Cat Flowers, flowering plants and ferns grown by Northern Nurseries, Owen Sound. Ftmeral design* and wedding btmqwatB mde to order. Reprd in Fta by W. A. Hawfcew. Phone 17w. MAXWELL Rector, R. M*riee *'. OMfca*. GOOD FBIDAT, MARCH tween high windi and the Provincial snow plow the highway ia pretty clear of snow and the sleighs and cutters scrape along on the gravel and crush- ed ston. If wine of the money spent for motor traffic was spent in making the roadsides passable for horse drawn vehicles, they would be safer and pleasanter for the rural residents. The Ladies Aid of Mrs. A. I day, March 30th. will meet at the| (lrcds O f t he.- pests. Arsenate of Wednes-,] jme m ; Ted with corn mea i proved an Ro11 in cal1 fc u be i affective poison bait when spread answered by a song, saying something a cirde around ,*. Dase of the tree. Irish or pay five cents. Mrs. Me- Liy( , gtock Js winterin)? in excellent Williams and iMiss Lottie Whittaker condition in Temiskaming. with an SOUTH LINE The community extends its deepest will have charge of the program. Lunch com.: sandwich, Mrs. MePhail and Mrs. WjH. Gibson; cake, Mrs. Walter Scott and Mrs. Marshall. Vis- itor* always welcome. Mr. Geo. Arrowsmith attended the funeral of Mrs George Anderson at St. John's church, Glonelg, on Mon- day. Easter service will be observed on Sunday afternoon, when special music sympathy to Mr. Andrew Dingwall ID ' and singing will be given. the loss of his brother, Thomas, oif for a good congregation. Holstein. j Mr. and Mrs. Dingwall attended | the funeral from his late home to We hope Mount Forest cemetery. BUY QUALITY SEED As never before in the history ot Deepest sympathy goes to the bereaved ones, farming should care be exercised in in their hour of sorrow. | the purchase of seeds for planting Mrs. F. Oliver is holidaying in the this spring," is the advice of one Queen city. well-known authority, who adds that Mr. John Willard, who has been it is doubly important to make sure for a number of year* at Mr. John that purchases have been government- Oliver's left last week. John will tested as a result of last year's be ranch missed by ereirybody, but drought and the reduced supply of what is our loss will be some other .high quality stock. He warns against one's gain. We know when John gets a chance he will visit around these parts. ail friends Mr. M. Hogarth is visiting friends aernioa m 800* Friday Mtrnet aid in Toronto. All famiHe. .nd i<HrWu.. [ Mr. and Mr, Jos^ OHver visited one day recently with Mrs. Vause of invited. , _ "And wh.n they were eome to th Proton. place, wim is called Calvary, there they crucified Him, and the mais- factors, one on the On other on tfc left." EASTBR SUNDAY, MARCH 17 10 a.m. Sunday school foe all children. 11 a.m. Easter Service and Ser- mon. Cordial invitation to attend is extended to all. "He is not here, but is risen, remem- Mr. Jas. Oliver unloaded fertilizer last week. M':,J ITostrawser visited recently ._ friends new Shelburne. Miss Lizzie Mathers was a visitor last week at Jas. Oliver's. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Oliver an* Miss Mathers visited one evening last week at Robt. Vauso's. Miss Emma Oliver of Rock Mills spent the week end afc her homo. One of the ways to cut down the ber how he spake unto you, when He j fOgt cf ]j v ; n g \ s to buy from the mer- was yet in Gailee." St. Luke 24:6. I chantb who advertise. abundance of good hay ar.d a consid- erable quantity of grain. J. C. McMillan, of Rockside. had ing ice when the sharp points of the ice tongs pierced his hand. Onion dealers at Hensall are now making contracts for this year's crop. The Women's Association of tht United church, Eugenia, will hold s "Pot Luck" supper snd program hi the ibasement of the ehureh on Wed- nesday evening, March SOth. Suppn served from 7 to 8 p.m. Admission 25 and 15 cents. VICTORIA CORNERS Spring Calves; 3 Baby Beefs, ready for market. SHEEP, PIGS & POULTRY 11 well bred Oxford Down Ewes, with lambs; Pure bred Oxford Down Ram, 3 yrs. old; 12 young Pigs, (7 wks. old at time of sale); Sow, 3 yrs. old farrow; Barred Rock Hens, bred be lay; Barred Rock Rooster; Pr. Ducks. IMPLEMENTS Bain Wagon; George Moore is spending a couple! Set of Bench Sleighs; P. H. 12 ho e of weeks at Smithville and Buffalo. Y. P. S. held their weekly meeting at Elmo Steven's on Friday evening. PRICEVILLE On Tuesday evening a "Hard Time" supper and concert was held in the hall, when a large crowd was present. Drill; M. H. Cultivator; Set 12 plate M. H. Disc; Set Tolton Harrows, 9 bull; Fleury Walking Plow; Chatham Fanning Mill; Democrat; Wagon Box and Stock Rack; McLaughlan Cutter; Wheelbarrow; Stone Boat, Grindstone Wagon Lock Shoe; Number of Grain Bags; Set of Stewart Power Clippers; Set heavy team Harness, with breech It didn't look much like hard time* ing; 2 set Plow Harness; Set Singl- to see the table bountifully laden Driving Harness; Number light an>l with good things to cat. A spendid heavy Horse Collars, program was put on by the men and' GRAIN & HAY 5O bu. 1950 ser.l was thoroughly enjoyed. This w a a :0ats; 50 bu. 19S1 seed Oats; 25 b-i. the first concert the men have put seed Barley; 15 bu. Buckwheat; A fe-v on and was a decided success. The tons of good Timothy Hay. proceeds amounted to about $22.00. HOUSEHOLD EFFECTS Go.- T Grand Jewel Cook Stove; Ritcr-i Chairs: 1 Rocker and Arm Chair; 10'!T Mrs. Brawley (nes Louisa Watson,) ' Fonl Car ; Wanzer Sewing MmchiV-: of Beeton is visiting at her mother'? Victor Gramophone, with 30 record-; 1 Collite Dog. TERMS OF SALE: Hay. Grr'v Fat Cattle, and all sums of $10.00 r" 1 under cash; over that amount *'"* (Mr. David Nichol is spending a fe weeks visiting friends in Toronto. Mr. D. G. McLean accompanied heri daughter, Mrs. A. B. Owen Sound last, week McDonald to j for a visit. A number of ncople around The price to the grower will b three sro vjffBrinr with Tpr cents a pound, the lowest ever paid in the district for growing onion sets. ,,,, months' credit will be ffi*en on - proved joint notes. 5 p r cen *- '' ~' Buy your Flour and Feed* from the Osprcy Farmer*' MfRhtg Co. FRVBRSHAM Family Bread Flow Made frm No. 1 Wawfrem Wlleai Pastry Floor Cracked Red Wheat. Grits, Wada From Chofce Oatarto w>*nt Bran, Shorts and coarse feeds Rev. Mr. Currie mf Snult Ste. MaHe- for cssh. occupied the pulpit on Sunday in tht GEO DUNCAN. Auctiom - BATES BURIAL COT. DI^TWCTIVl! PM'NKRAI, SERVICE AT MODERATE COST NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR THE USE OF OUR FUNERAL CHAPEL 123-124 AVENUE RD. J. W. BATES TORONTO PHONB: Night or Day M. 4S44 Formerly of Flesherton R. MADDOCKS >< buying bargain seeds where price alone is the only description given because reliable seedsmen do not ap- prove of advertisements where eedg are offered at stipulated prices with- out any indication as to their qual- ity or origin. It would actually bej cheaper to buy the best the market affords than to take the poorest as a. gift, he concludes. B4 foi: JOR. AM GENOE In loving memory of our dear 'father, Richard Genoe, who pass- ed away at Markdale, Ontario, March 14th, 1931. "Blessed are the dead which die In ^ ] the Lord that they may rest from [ their labors." Revelation 14:13 verse | Ever remembered by his son, Alfred j < > Genoe, Owen Sound. >, Sid Dutch Closer 9oTIN CABBAGE 5c Each 6 for 25c Seetfitss Raisins 2 LBS. 25c Honey Large PaU 69c TIP TOP Ken Kennedy's For Groceries a++4+*+4++4+*+*4>++****+**+**^*+*+**< Peas 4 TINS 29c Phone 37 DROP IN AND SEE THE NE\V TIP TOP SPRING SAMPLES AT THIS STORE A Fine Range of All Wool Fabric- AT $24.00 Prairie Rese Ftoir $2.40 BAG Head Lettuce 10c HEAD Lovely Cheese 19c LB. I