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7 1 J)je ^k^\^tti0n %Hmu. Vol. 53; No. 40 WEDNESD.W, M.XRCII 7, 1934 W. H. Thurston & Son, Proprietors ;: Other Paper's | 3: . Opinions . I ♦ X ALCOHOL MENACE (Norwood Register) A letter appearing in a Toronto paper contains the following para- graph: "No motor car driver should hold a permit to drive a car and also one to purchase liquor. One of the permits should be cancelled in their owner's interest as well as that of the public safety." The proposal, is decidedly drastic and new. If it could be successfully enforced it would make our highways much safer. Eventually if conditions keep on getting worse strict legisla- tion will be necessary. Alcohol is a good tiling in an anti-freeze mixture in a radiator of a car, but even a small quantity in the driver makes him a menace. CEYLON A SUCCESSFUL ASSOCIATION (Smiths Falls Record-News) 'One organization which has been of great benefit to Smith Falls as a whole is the Retail Merchants' As- sociation. Organized only about a year ago, this flourishing league of business men has made astonishing progrress and the enthusiasm and close co-operation of the members has placed the seal of success on every project sponsored by the Association. During 1933 hundreds of district resi- dents were induced to visit Smiths Falls and see its advantages as a shopping centre through the special Dollar Day and Poultry Fair Day ar- rangements and these events proved most popular and even more success- ful than had been anticipated. The Retail Merchants now plan to hold a Community Week-end in the near future and it is safe to predict that this event will also prove a splendid success. In sponsoring these special occasions the Association has built for itself a splendid reputation and from all directions 1934 will see the Retail Merchants continue their for- ward movement. The members show- ed undoubted business ability at tht annual meeting when they re-elected all officers for 1934. Weekly Papers Read Thoroughly Few people realize the actual cov- erage of even the most modest week- ly nev/-spaper< Net lor.g ago an advertising expert stated that care- ful research had ascertained that city newspapers are read, on an average, for the space of twenty minutes, wtiile the average country newspaper has a "reading life" of three hours to its credit. It is kept around the house for a week. That is something for both subscriber and advertiser to think about. DEATH OF MR. WILLIAM McLEOD The death occurred at his home Athena, Oregon, of Mr. W. McLeod. He was born seventy-eight years ago. two ap.d one half miles north of Priceville, on the farm now owned by Mr. Ben McKenzie. Mr. McLeod spent the early part of his life here. In 1894 he married Mary Ann Mac- Fadyen and moved to Oregon, where he took up a section of land and farmed for many years. Disposing of his farm he moved to Athena and has continued to reside there. Be- sides his widow, two daughters sur- vive. Mr. MacLeod was a brother- in-law of Alex, and John MacFayden of this place, Mrs. McLeod being their only sister. The Ladies' Aid held their monthly meeting Wednesday at Mrs. Archit Sinclair's, the newly elected president Mrs. Earl McLeod occupying the chair. After the devotional exercises Mrs Haw gave an interesting paper on "Bread Making", which brought forth ideas and information. Mrs. Donald McLeod also gave some instrumental music. This was followed by a con- test. At the close of the meeting lunch was served. Mr. Frank Collinson returned from St. Catharines Wednesday where ht attended the funeral of his sister, the late iMrs. B. Balfour. Mr. Dalton Marshall of Bala is holi- daying at his home here. Mrs. Hugh Baiey, Shrigley, is vis- iting her mother, Mrs. Dougald Mac- phail. Archie and Peter Houston, the little grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Muir, have returned to their home in Oshawa, after a lengthy visit here. Mr. John Gibson is arouaid again, after being laid up from a nasty fall. BORN â€" To Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hazard, Stone's Line, a son. Mrs. Archie Sinclair was in Owen Sound Saturday. ROCK MILLS The new cars have) knee-action wheels. Will this allow them to step over their victims? It must be a shocking disappoint- ment to the girl who thought she had landed a Big Fish to discover aftei the honeymoon, that she has merely tied herself to an old crab. Insurance of all Sorts Phone 87, Thornbury, and I'll call Stan. THURSTON March came in very mild, but is much colder again at time of writ- ing. Miss Bessie Russell spent Satur- day with her sister, Miss Lulu Russell at the home of Mr. Emerson Bellamy Flesherton. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Wilkinson oi Heathcote visited a few days with the former's sister, Mrs. Ernie Rus- sell, and brother, Mr. Albert Wilkin- son, and family. Mr. Chas. Newell spent a day the past week with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Newell, Durham. Mr. Robert Dargavel spent the week end with his friend, Laurie Russell. FEVERSHAM The weather has moderated and the snow has been disappearing slow- ly since Friday, March 2nd. A number of Presbyterian officials attended a business meeting of tht manager-s of the charge at Singhamp- ton on Friday last. Rev. Shannon is visiting at his home in London this week and attend- ed the meeting of the Presbytery in Orangeville on Wednesday. The thaw and mild weather has spoiled the roads for log hauling for a time. There is a lot of snow on the roads and when it got soft it would not^carry a horse or load. It turned colder again on Monday. Mrs. Cyrus Field of Maxwell pass- ed away on Sunday last. Her maiden name was Alma Scutt, the daughter of Mr. William Scutt of Maxwell, an old resident of the township. (Last Week's Items) Mr. George Burk is recovering from a serious illness. Mr. Thomas Elliott, an old resident of Osprey township, living about three miles east of here passed away on Sundiay morning, February 25th., after a lingering illness from heart trouble. The Pedwell Lumber Co. of Toron- to are buying a stock of logs near here and will erect a sawmill on Mr. Jas. Hudson's farm, near here, to cut out the stock. A number of farm- ers are hauling logs now. The concert in the hall here on Wednesday evening last, drew a fair crowd. Recitations by the small boys and girls were namely. Misses Shirley and Alan Springgay, Roma Whiteoak, Helen Taylor and Velma Smith were well given and in good style. Mr. Harvey Burk spent Sunday at his home here. Mr. John Speer, formerly a resi- dent of Kimberley, and mail carrier from that village to Flesherton, has sold out his belongings in Kimberley and the mail route and has become a resident of our village where he has opened a shoe repair shop next door to the Bank in the Crawford building. The Pedwell Lumber Co. has a tele- phone installed in their lumber camp at the mill. PRICEVILLE Mrs. John McFarlane of Toronto spent the past week visiting friendt here. Mrs. Allie McLean spent a few days visiting her parents in Flesher- ton last week. The funeral of little Angus Allan son of Mr. and Mrs. Allie McLean was held Tuesday in St. Andrew's Presby- terian church and was filled to over- flowing with sympathetic friends and neighbors. Rev. Norman MacDonald preached a very impressive and com- forting sermon from the 18th Chapter of St. Matthews, 2nd verse, "And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them." The hymns sung were: "God Sees the Little Sparrow Fall," "If I Come to Jesus" and "Gracious Saviour, Gentle Shepherd." The pallbearers were his four uncles, Messrs. Ross and Delbert Smith, Alex, and Innis McLean. The little casket was covered with many beautiful floral tributes that bore silent messages of love. Those who attended the funeral from a distance were: Mrs. John Mc- Farlane, Alex. McLean and Laurie Smith of Toronto. Interment wa:- made in McNeill's cemetery, Price- ville. Deepest sympathy is express- ed for tlie sorrowing friends and rel- atives in their hours of sorrow. Weather Was Worse MAXWELL The concert held last Tuesday even- ing under the auspices of the W. A. was a decided success. The pro- ga-am was put on by three groups and was well worth going to hear. First prize was won by the west end, second by the south side and third by the end. T^he proceeds amounted when some seventy-five guests are invited. A number from here attended the shower held in Flesherton Monday night for Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Betts. PROTON STATION Eggs Hatcbed Eai^ chicks make early broilers and early layers. There is good money in both. Have your chicks hatched near home, they do better than those coming from a distance by train. 50 EGGS I 1.75 100 EGGS 3.00 200 EGG3 6.00 300 EGGS 9.00 400 EGGS 11.00 500 EGGS 14.00 600 EGGS 16.00 FIRST HATCH SET THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22nd Please write or phone 107W and reserve space. 10% discount allowed on above prices for Feb- ruary settings. S. W. ORR PHONE 107W - MARKDALE The masquerade carnival passed oft very successfully last Thursday even- ing. Barney Google (Mr. Neil Mc- Lean) and his "spark-plug horse" Wilfred Watson and Wreford McLean was the fun producing act of the night and secured the grand prize. The best dressed gent was Earl Mc- Lean; best dressed lady, Catherint O'Neil, as a gypsy; best dressed bo.j Michael Sullivan, as a chinaman; bes* dressed girl, Winnifred McConkey. Ir, the comic section I.Miss Catherine McVicar won as a fat lady and Mr Alex. Weir as a clown. For children Miss Betty Watson won the prize representing a peanut; Master Rosi McConkey representing a rooster; hard times was personified by Vincent Mclveown; races for 8 and under Betty Watson; under 10, Dorothy Watson; under 12 Anna McVicar; under 15 Anna McVicar; women's race. Mrs. W. Watson; coat race, Anna Mc- Lfcrn and Emerson Watson; boys:- under 10, Rosf^ McConkey; under 12 Emerson Watson; under 15 Donald Carson; men's race, Doug. Turnbull. The broomball game between Glenelg of 118 years ago show that the often lamented "good old times" were not altogether continuous. delivering a load of iiay to Mr. Olivet Turner, the load upset, causing Mr. Campbell to jump to the ground, breaking one of his ribs. We wish him a speedy recovery. On Friday evening, Mai-ch 2, a fair sized gathering of invited guests as- sembled at the home of Mr. and Mi's. Thos. Fenwick to help them celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of their wedding. Owing to weather con- ditions there were a number who were disappointed in not getting there. The evening was spent in music and danc- ing and card playing. Vocal selec- tions by Mrs. Fenwick and daughter, Miss Edith, also Mr. Percy Smith were well ret-eived. A humorous recitation by Mr. Fenwick received applause and Miss M. Hawken, 8th line school teacher, did some fancy step dancing. At midnight a sumptuous lunch was served by the hostess and attendants All present enjoyed a piece of the three-tier bride's cake. The bride and groom of thirty years ago receiv- ed many pretty and useful gifts. In the wee sma' hours o' mornin' the party broke up after a very pleasant time. Mrs. Robt. Gorley had the misfor- tune to be upset out of the cutter one day recently, injuring her arm con- siderably. We hope she will soon be well again. Miss Christena Magee of Stone's Line school spent the week end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Magee. Mrs. J. Fawcett visited for a few days with her daughter, Mrs. T. Haz- ard, Stone's Line. Mr. Robt. Acheson of Inistioge, Mr. Fred Plantt of Wareham and Mr. Wes. Plantt of 4th Line were recent vis- itors with the latter's father, Mr. R. Plantt. Mr. Ernie Fenwick, townline of Osprey and Artemesia, visited his friend, Mr. John Park, and his grand- Rai'ely hae we had a winter, for a quarter of a century at any rate, which had worn out its welcome so thoroughly as that now on its last lap. It will certainly go down in history as one of the longest and coldest on record. Let no o'lj gr, forth in spring togs yet, however holding that it really has been tht very worst weather experience as the morbid grumblers have been telling us. A friend of ours has just conveyed to us the information that both in North America and the British Isles the winter of 1816 began in the niiddlt 3f June, and by the middle of August the snow was one foot deep. From che first fall of snow in June until the following summer the earth remained covered with snow or ice. Practi- cally no harvest was gathei>ed, and crops generally rotted in the ground. It was a terrible time for the poor. as there were no vegetables or cereals, and man and beast could only be fed in Canada by imports brought from foreign lands at great expense. Hay brought long distances to save the starving cattle was sold on arrival at Quebec from |45 to $50 a ton. Im- ported flour sold at $18 a barrel and potatoes were equally costly. The year was known as "eighteen hundred and frozen to death," and its priva- tions were felt even more severely in the New England States, where hay was carried to inland farmers and .cold as high as $120 a ton. These experiences of the settlers in North America are related in the records of the Grenville Historical Society. That similar abnormal conditions prevailed in Great Britain is set forth by our informant, who was told of them by his father, a contemporary of Gladstone. Theii | mother, Mrs. Turner, the first of the birthdays were in 1810, and when six week, years of age this old timer saw his father, as a last resort, cut down tree branches for cattle fodder. It is not related that the animals fattened on the ration, but it was better than â€" snow. The next year brought nor- mal weather, but then, as now, the British people were suffering from the effects of war, even though they were victorious, and hard times were not soon alleviated. Let us hope that we, too, now that the long-continued cold is passing away and signs of spring are appear- ing, will be enjoying normal climatic conditions. The incidents recorded Many friends from here will attend 1 east „ ,, xt -n i the 47th wedding anniversary of Mr.i to about $17.00. Rev McNeUl don- ard Mrs. E. Binnington at their home, ated the prizes and the .ludges were Maxwell, this Wednesday evening Rev. Shannon and Miss Gordon ana Miss McGirr from Feversham. Mr. and Mrs. Ned Binnington are celebrating their 47th wedding anni- versary on Wednesday evening of this week. The W. A. met at the home of Mrs. Emerson Wright on March 1st, with about 30 present. The W. A. decided to hold a mystery social on April 2. After the business for the day was transacted Mrs. McNeill and Mabel Ross gave humorous readings aftet which a delicious lunch was served. l^e progi-essive euchre party a.nd dance under the auspices of the W. I. was held on Friday evening and was a fair success. Owing to the wet weather it was not as largely attend- ed as was hoped for but a good time was had by all. Mr. Earl Lautenslager of Emman- uel College was the supply preachei in the United church pulpit on Sun- day night and gives promise of being a very eloquent speaker. Mr. Herbert Akins of Flesherton visited at the home of Mr. R. G Acheson. (Mrs. Fred Fell of Salem was a visitor at her mother's, Mrs. McNalty. Mr. Roy Hergott has returned from a visit at Chatsworth. Miss Lena Park is having a sale of household effects next Saturday March 10th. The interest in the hockey games is still high. A truck load of fans going to Markdale with the hockey team for every game and to the last game there was an extra carload of "encouragers." A list has been handed to the writer of games payed, won and lost to date: Played Won Lost Proton 4 Markdale 4 Cherry Grove .... 4 Vandeleur 4 Ontario Swine to be Tested On, the Basis of Market Type It was decided at the annual meet- ing of the Ontario Swine Breeders Association that a series of feeding and Artemesia was won by the latter 2-0. A marked improvement is noted in the skating ability since last year Best girl skater under 10, Dorothy Watson; best boy skater under 10 'Ross McConkey. Special prizes were donated by Messrs. A. J. McVicar, F. G. Karstedt and Robert McConkey. The foxes that escaped from Mr McGillivray's ranch, have been trapp- ed very cleverly by Mr. Jack Jones. At a recent meeting of the director? of the Agricultural society, Mr. Garrj Whyte was electel as sec.-treas. Sal- ary nil. Other hard up societies tskt notice. We were pleased to meet Mr. Henry Watson of Ottawa on Sunday last at the United church. He was accom- panied by his sister, Mrs. N. Brawley of Beeton, who kindly assisted in tht choir contributing a solo in her usual fine voice. Miss Anna McLean had as a friend ly visitor on the night of the carni- val. Miss Frances Collinson of Cey- lon. The rehearsal of the World's Fam- ous Women's Pagear.t to be given oii March 16, will be held on Saturday evening in St. Coluniba (basement. EUGENIA llhe roads are not in a vei-y good condition at present, due to the re- cent thaw. On Wednesday afternoon of last week -.vhile Mr. Stanley Caniplbell was ST. PATRICK DANCE In Fraternal Hall FLESHERTON Thurs., March 15 SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT Features at Intermission DOROTHY FOSTER ORCHESTRA Modern and Old Time Dances LUNCH AVAILABLE AT BOOTH This will be one of the best dances o£ the season, so do not not miss it. Dancing Commences at 9 p.m. Sharp Admission: 25 cents. BATES BURIAL GO'Y 124 Avenue Road Toronto DISTINCTIVE FUNERAL SERVICE AT REASONABLE PRICES PHONES: NIGHT OR DAYâ€" Klngsdale 4344â€"3456 Modern Private Chanel J. W. Bates Fred Maddocks Richard Maddocks, ManageiS J Formerly of Flesherton 4 a 2 IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of our dear moth- er, Mrs. Donald MacDonald, who de- parted this life March 9th., 1916. Oh heart, that hungers love to find The dear onas hid away, God every broken link shall bind. And give them back some day. â€" Sadly mi.ssed by the Family. J Try a "Small Advt." stations should be established ovei I the province, at which the progeny of breeding pigs shall be tested on the ibasis of market type. The primary object in mind, is that of bringing Ontario bacon up to the level and quality obtaining in Denmark. Dis- cussing this question, George B. Roth- well, live stock commissioner of Can- ada, said that the Danes have set the style. It was not necessary for this country to rebuild the stock of bacon hogs by importing special strains, but quality and uniformity of product, and a constant and assured volume, were essential on the British market. PORTLAW Many men claim that woman gets the best of the bargain in married life, but we have never yet heard of a male stenographer quitting a $25 a week job to wash dishes for noth- ing. Mr. Thomas Gilchrist is again in o very poor state of health and con- fined to the house. All hope for his recovery soon. Mr. Firman Irish apears to be gain- ing slowly from his recent attack of paralysis. Mr. L. H. Sheardown had the mis- fortune to be kicked by one of his horses last week. He suffered pain- ful injuries to a leg, arm and face. Mrs. Florence Lyons returned last week from a three weeks' visit with relatives in Meaford. Her sister Mrs. Touhy returned with her for an extended visit. Mrs. (Rev.) R. Dingwall of Masse> Station was a week end visitor at hei father's home here. Mr.Walter Neun is moving his farm effects to the vicinity of Priceville where he intends to reside. " The House ol Qviglity " Specials this week FRESH SODA BISCUITS, 3 LB 31c MACARONNI, RE.VDY CUT. 3 LB 16c MUFFETS, 2 PKGS 19c TOILET PAPER, 7 ROLLS 23c C\LAY TOILET SOAP, 3 BARS 21c FLOUR BRAN OAT AND BARLEY CHOPS SHORTS .WESTERN OATS Full Line Purina Chows JAS. A. STEWART FLESHERTON I Â¥^0*0*0i^0mm^mi