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•V * X Wc^t /tol)^ttj(rn atrtwnc^* Vol. 53; No. 26 WEDNESDAY. DECEMBER 20. 1933 W. H. Thurston & Soc, Proprietors PROTON STATION A Merry Christinas and Happy New Year to the Advance staff and read- ers. Rev. Mr. Bath of Lindsay supplied for Mr. F. Young in the Uniteo church last Sunday evening and his sermon was very much enjoyed. -His wife was with him and sang a beauti-r ful solo, accompanied at the orgrair by her husband. • Mr. Bath delighted the congregation with a. well rendered saxophone solo, accompanied by Mrs. Bath at the organ. Mr. Edward Rutherford has gone to visit his daughter at Angus for the holiday season. Mr. Clark Wyville has returned tc his home here after a long season sailing the Great Lakes on board Tht Donovan. Clark says the heavy galet this fall made sailing a dangerous business. FEVERSHAM Mr. William Smith passed away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. D. Cameron, his old home, on the 10th Line at the age of 78 years, after several months- of illness. Mr. and Mrs. Smith came to live in Fever- siham abouj: eight years ago, but went to live- iwith Mr. and Mrs. Cameron whenvJiiwheelth failed about a year ago. -JM[*5(?Smith was an old resident of Ospref""^ having made his home here for- nearly 60 years. .A±>out 54 y«ars ago he was married to his BOW sorrowing widow. Miss Sarah Long, daughter of Mrs. James Craw- ford. There survives him one son and three daughters: Alma, Mrs. A. Long, Toronto; Frances, Mrs. E. Mc- Kean of Kolapore, Collingwood town- ship; Court of Eugenia and Lola, Mrs. Cameron. Two sons and two daugh- ters predeceased him some time ago IMr. Lloyd Lyons has returned fron. Mr. Smith has been a mem'ber of the Toronto. Miss Marguerite Sims has return- ed from a few weeks visit in Toronto HOLDFAST U.F.W.O. The Holdfast U.F.W.O. met at the home of Mrs. D. Macphail on Decem- per 13. Seventeen members and eight visitors were present. After the opening exercises the minutes of the November meeting were read and approved. Letters of appreciation were read from Mrs. G. Fisher foi a treat sent her, and from the Mark- dale hospital, thanking the members for a pair of pillow* which had been donated recently. Very interesting papers on "How Christmas is kept in Other Lands" were read by Mrs. Henry Tucker, Miss Dora Stewart and Mrs. Earl MacLeod. The exchange of Christmas gifts took place after which the meeting was brought to a close by singing the National An- them. Lunch was served and a pleasant half hour spent over the tea cups. CHRISTMAS SUGGESTIONS Everyday brings new gifts to our store; our lines are more complete all the time. MOTHER â€" Fancy work, Fancy Dishes and Teapots, also Mottoes. DAD â€" Garters, Pipes. To- bacco, Cigarettes, Shaving Cream. DAUGHTERâ€" Powder, Per- fume, Bath Salts. Beads and Bead Sets, Face Cream, SON â€" Games. Books. Trains, Mechanical Toys, Watches, Blocks, Hockey Sticks and .Pucks. A good Tariety of erery thing. Come in and see for yourself. Hill's Variety Store Flesherton Salvation army for a number of years and Commandant Jas. Poole of Toron- to had charge of the funeral and a goodly number of Mr. Smith's friends and neighbors assembled to pay their last respects as the remains were laid to rest in Providence cemetery on Fri- day, December 15th. Mrs. Archie MuUin and daughter Miss Florence, of Weybum, Sask., are visiting -with the Mullin families on the Twelfth and Townline. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Colquette and Mr. Ivan Alexander and lady friend motored over from Owen Sound anc spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Alexander and Mr. and Mrs. Col- quette. 'Mrs. Ed Croft of Rock Mills vis- ited with her sister, Mrs. Harold Osborne, last week. PRICEVILLE VANDELEUR MAXWELL VICTORIA CORNERS (Last Week's Items) Russel Linton is spending a couple of days in Toronto. Mrs. Carl Atkinson was in Toronto last week for another x-ray treat- mer^t and is improving nicely. Last Friday evening the Sunday school and day school, also the yxiung people gave their anaual Christmas concert at Inistioge church. The large audience very much enjoyed the children's recitations and dia- logues. Congratulations to Miss Henderson, also the very appropriate pagent, "Star Gleams" by the oldei ones under Mrs. E. Stevens leader- ship. iWe wish to thank Miss Elva Wiltshire who gave a reading, also Glen and Marjory Jackson. Little Miss Marjory told us quite cutely what it was like to be the neglected middle daughter. As there was not good enough sleighing for a load, the prize â€" a pair of hand knit double mitts, went to Mr. G. Littlelohns ot Proton Station who brought thirteen in one car and was responsible for 23 tickets. Oh yes, Santa was there to take the things off the tree. Sacrament of the Lord's Suppei will be observed next Sunday, Decem- ber 24tlu Mrs. Eliza Burt has gone to Toron- to and is visiting friends. Mr. Dougall Macphail from the west is visiting his mother, Mrs. I. Pinkerton. Rev. N. MacDonald made a num- ber of calls on the North Line last week. Mrs. Donald Stewart is seriously ill. Dr. Carefoot of Markdale anc Miss Perle McMaster, R. N., are in attendance. The Willing Helpers and W.M.S. meeting was held Tuesday at the home of Mrs. McMeekin, Mrs. John Nichol presiding. After the usual opening exei-cises considerable busi- ness was transaoted. Mrs. John Nichol gave a reading, "The Task -Abroad." T^e following officers were elected for the W.M.S. : Pres. Mrs. K. Sutherland; Vice Pres., Miss Mary McEachern; Sec., Mrs. ,W. J McMillan; Treas., Miss Nellie Mc- Lean; Home helpers, Mrs. Kate Mc- Donald; Supply Sec., Mrs. McMeekin; Glad tidings sec., Mrs. Wilf. Watson; Membership sec., iMrs. John Nichol. A splendid report was given by Mr§. Stewart Boice for the year's work and showed a good balance on hand. Miss Nellie McLean gave a good re- port of the Willing Helpers; over $250.00 was made this year. Con- siderable business was transacted. Miss Nellie McLean invited the Jan- uary meeting to her home. -\ letter of appreciation for the Baby's Gift was read from Mrs. Ray McLean. Lunch was served by Mrs. W. J. Mc- Millan and Miss Nellie McLean. The meeting closed with prayer. Mr. David Hinclcs received word that his cousin, Mr. Walter Moral had passed away in Guelph on Tues- day. The funeral service was helo Thursday. We are sorry to report Mrs. Kate McArthur, Mrs. Carson and Mrs. D. Stewart all on the sick list, also Mrs. Bill Williamson and a speedy rejoverj is hoped for them all soon. Keep in mind the supper and Christ- mas Sunday school concert on Wed- nesday, Decem-ber 20, in the Presby- terian church and on Thursday a Christmaus tree and concert will bt held in St. Columbo. Miss Margaret Turner, Shelburne, formerly of the Old Durham Road, was married on Saturday, December 16, 1933, to Mr. Ross Ferguson of Shelburne. We wish the happy couple a happy wedded life. K Merry Christmas to Ye Editor! A presentation was held on Tues- and all readers of The .Advance. day, December 12 by the members of .-V splendid proijram is being pre-i Maxweil U.-.ited church for Mr. ana pared for the Christmas tree enter- 1 Mrs. Emerson Wright. Mrs. E tainment in the church on Thursday! Buckingham read the address and Mr. evening of this week under the aus-H- Stephen and Mrs. Geo. Ross pre- pices of the Sunday school and public school. Come and enjoy yoursell with the children. Miss Lillian Buchanan, the Mission- ary Convenor, had chaige of the topic at the Young Peoples meeting on Tuesday evening and gave a very in- teresting discoui"se. Geo. Buchanan Mrs. L. Johnston and John Boland had charge of the games and con- tests. The December meeting of the Ladies' -A.id was held at the home of i.Mrs. Jos. Buchanan of Wednesday afternoon of last week. The meet- ing was well attended and a good program was provided. The Vandeleur community rink is about completed and is a credit tc the committee and the chairman, Mr Louis Teeter, in particular who have worked hard at the task. At a meet- ing held recently it was decided to drill a well. At the dose of the church service on Sunday afternoon the postcard sented a handsome rocking chair and magazine rack to the newly married couple. Mr. and Mrs. Wright ex- pressed their thanks in a few well chosen words. -Vfter a short pro- gram of speeches, songs and readings a dainty lunch was served and a soc- ial time spent. On Thursday, December 14, the Maxwell branch of the ,W. I. met at the home of Mrs. C. Long with a good attendance. The meeting open- ed with the Christmas hymn, "Hark the Herald .A.ngels Sing." The roll call was answered by a donation of a gift for a child, which will later be sent to some needy child for Christ- mas. -After a short program there was an e-xchange of gifts from a tastefully de.-orated tree. Mrs. Long then served a lovely lunch. On Thursday evening, December 14, the pupils of Maxwell school held their Christmas concert. Mr. Should- ice, our teacher, and the children de- held at each arr-o -iiment of the Max- well circuit of the United Church oil Sunday. At Maxwell there will be a special service of Christmas carol singing, led by the choir and assisted by an orchestra. Everyone welcome. ROCK MILLS Merry Christmas to the -Advance staff and its many readers. Don't forget the concert to be held in the school here on Friday night, December 22nd. A program of songs. recitations, music, dialogues, pant, omines, et;., will be given. .Mr. Lewis Pedlar was in Torontc Monday. A large number of the children went to Flesherton Saturday and en« joyed the afternoon very much. Mr. Thos. Johnston of Kemble vis. ited over the week end with hia daughter, Mrs. Joyce Porteous, and husband. lone, the little daughter of Mr. ano Mrs. Cecil Betts has been very sick for a few days. We are pleased to learn that she is improving. Miss E. M. Oliver spent the week end at her home near Priceville and attended the funeral of her cousin, serve credit for a very successful en- 1 the late Gladys OHver, on Saturday, protest campaign which is being con- tertautment. I We extend our sympathy to the ber» ducted in opposition to the sale of beer and wine in Ontario was ex- plained by Rev. H. S. Warren and Mr. H. I. Graham. The following canvassers were appointed: Miss Lillian Buchanan, Mrs. Glen McGee. Mrs. Will. Hutchinson and Miss May Graham. Mr. D. k. Graham and family of Toronto were week end visitors with Mr. and Mrs. J. I. Graham and fam- Uy. The W. L held their Decentb'ei meeting at the home of Mrs. S. L. Hare of Markdale on Wednesday last when a fine program was provided dress by Mr. W. E. Harris on wills law, etc. ». . . Special Christmas services are to be eaved ones in their time of sorrow. BATES BURIAL COY 124 Av«nue Road Toronto DISTmcnVE FUNERAL SERVICE .\T REASONABLE PBICM PHONES: NIGHT OR DAYâ€" KIngsdale 4344â€" S456 Modem Private Chapel J. W. BatM Fred M»ddocks Richard Maddocks. M«nftS«0 Formerly of Flesherton in ii i eii tt ti tttttmtf tittttttttf *^**** \ HARD RECORD TO BEAT Mr. Gordon Irwin of the gufburbs brought in an egg, layed by a Ply- mouth rock hen, that measured a quarter of a yard by six and three- quarter inches; we think this is quitt remarkable for this time of the year; no doubt her ambition was roused by seeing in the papers that egg pro- duction had fallen off. Christmas TiiiOuf Customers ^> MAY YOUR*HARE OF THE ^. CHRISTMAS jby AND THE PROSPERITY* THAT THE NEW YEAR PROMISES BE A GENEROUS PORTION May it be remembered as the New Year in which your every purpose w^as crowned with achievement, Is the wish of ^ Emerson J. Bennett FLESHERTON, ONTARIO CEYLON We extend our sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Oliver in the death of Miss Gladys, who passed away Thursday, in Hamilton Sanitarium The body arrived Friday noon, inter- ment taking place Saturday in Green- wood Cemetery. Miss Blanche Genoe of Owen Souno has arrived home for the Christmas vacation. Mrs. Archie Sinclair was in Owen Sound Monday. Mrs. F. D. Cairns returned from St. Cathariaee Monday evening. Mrs. John Stewart returned last week from a visit with the members of her family in Toronto. Mr. John McMillan, Owen Sound spent Friday with his mother here. Mrs. Dougiald Macphail visited Miss Agnes Macphail, IM. P., ii. Markdale hospiUl on Thursday. Miss Irene Marshall, R. N., is on a case at Rock Mills. Mi8. Earl McLeod suffered a brok en arm Monday, when she fell on the ice. Dr. Milne was called and tht patient is resting as comfortably as can be expected. The school concert will be helc Thursday evening, Dec. 21st, when a good program will be presented. Ad- mission 15c. We are sorry to report Mrs. Dan Stewart on the sick list. ROCK MILLS LADIES' AID The Rock MiUs Ladies' --Vid held j their annual meeting at the home of Mrs. Ned Croft on December 13th, with ten members and two visitors present. The meeting opened by reading the 15th Chap, of John, fol- lowed by the business part. Officers for the coming year are as follows: Pres., Mrs. Bar.ey Field; Vice pres., Mrs. Harry Patton; Sec., Mrs. Dick Clark; Assist. Sec., Mrs. Joyce Port- eous; Treas.. Mrs. Ned Croft; Assist, treas., Mrs. Chas. Hanley; Flowei committee, Mrs. Hurry Patton, Mrs. Wolstencroft; Sick committee. Mrs. Mary Badgerow, Mrs. Tom Fisher. At the close a fowl dinner was served. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. B. Fields. Lunch committee: Cake, Mrs. Ned Croft, Mrs. Laurie Pedlar; Sandwich Ifrs. Chas. Hanley and Mrs. Sam Fisher. Farmer in the northwest selfc his potatoes at a point 150 miles north i and on the return trip brin^gs back | fish to sell. ' Tbe House oi Quality ^* For the Good Old Christmas Time GIVE A BOX OF CANDY AS YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFT We also have the following tor the Christmas trade : CHOCOLATES, CREAMS, JELLIE BEANS, GUM DROPS, CARAMELS, CUT ROCKS, HARDY BOILED, PEANUTS, MIXED NUTS, Christmas Fruit OR.\NGES, GRAPES. CR-\XBERRIES _ BANANAS. MINCE ME-\T ALL SPECIALLY PRICED CHRISTMAS WEEK JAS . A. STEWART FLESHERTON o)J9i(sa I 'uoi;bjc \M ROOTS FOR BEEF CATTLE When roots are fed to beef cattle, ^mips are invariably xised, as it is fairly generally recognized that tur- nips are more suitable for fattening purposes than mangles, the latter benng better suited for milk produo tion. Experiments in the feeding of roots to beef cattle conducted et the various Experimental Farms and | Stations have a high value for this purpose. Roots are particularly val- uable when no other succulent feed is avaiWble. Pulped and mixed with cut or chaffed straw, or poor quality hay. Aey improve the palatability and feeding q\telity of these coarse roughages very much. An Invitation BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFTS COME IN AND SEE OUR WELL-ASSORTED LINE. THERE IS A WIDE RANGE OF CHOICE A RANGE or HEATER would be a very acceptable or practical gift. A Rogers RADIO, an Electric WASHER, or a Cru-fens' Custom-buUt ELECTRIC LAMP. We also have a full line of ALADDIN LAMPS to choosa from. Silverware, Cutlery, Dishes Knives, Forks and Spoons, I>essert Spoons, Tea Spoons. If we haven't got your pattern of Community Plate or Rogers we can get it on quick notice at reguUr prices. Stainless steel Knives, Carving Sets, Pocket Knives, Scissors, Crackers for Nuts. Dishes, Cut Glass, China Cups & Saucers, Bowls, Tea Pots, Bon Bons. Enamelware ENAMELWARE is always useful. Potato Pots, Roasters, DouUe Boilers, etc. Sporting Goods Hockey Outfits and Skates, Hockey Sticks, Pucks, Soft Balls and Bats. Shot Gims and Air Rifles. Variety of Toys and Novelties We will be gUd to show you our stock and we have tried to arrange prices to suit die times. A large assortment FRANK W. DUNCAN, Flesherton 4; J