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L ♦i-J 2 / / *> 'Ei)je /ks^^rlij^tt a^tmtic^^ -.r^! VOL. 56; NO. 8 WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 1936 W. H. THURSTON & SON, Proprietori St. John's W.M.S. » The monthly meeting of the W. M. S. of St. John's United church waa held on Wednesday of last week with Mrs George Mitchell in the chair. After the theme, '"ITie Freedom which belongs to Jeans", had I announced, the purpose of that theme was read and the opening prayer was offered. Scripture readings were given by Mrs. J. J. Thompson, which were along the line of spiritual free- dom, as outlined by St. Paul to the palatians. A hymn was sung and Mrs. 0. Phillips read the devotional leaflet, "The freedom which belongs to the Spirit of Jesus". Mrs. Mit- chell read the prayer as given in the prepared program and the hymn, "O Spirit of the Living God", was sung. Mrs. Thurston read the story of the early days in the history of our work in Angola, Africa. Mrs. Cargo, first vice president, - acting' in place of Mrs. W. J. Scott, took the chair, and called for tha minutes of the last meeting. In the absence of the secretary, Mrs. C. Chappie, they were read by Mrs. F. W. Duncan and the roll was called. The heralds for China, Corea and Canada, namely: Mrs. McFadden, Mrs. Duncan and Mrs. W. Inkster responded. It was decided to send for the literature for the monthly programmes which will cost $1.15. The collection was received, a hymn "was sung after which three members lead in prayer and the Benediction was pronounced. «r_.>> Ex'TrizetoMarkdale Bruce Graham, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Graham, of Markdale has re- ceived a prize in art from the Canad- ian National Exibition. A letter from the general manager of the exhibition association received on Friday, an- nounced that good news and contained a cheque. Mrs. Graham was form- erly Mable Irwin, daughter of Mrs. Sam Ii-wiii of Flesherton. Ths is the first year that public schools from coast to coast have been allowed to compete in art, and it is quite an honor not only to Bruce but to his teacher. Miss M. McLaughry. There were 6,000 entries from Toronto and York County alone. Entries were received from as far west as Edmon- ton and as far east as Ottawa. Many schools throughout Ontario competed. The entry submitted by Bruce was an original illustration of a story, and evidently had merit. Charles Ramage Dies Charles Ramage, editor of the Dur- ham Review and one of Durham's most highly esteemed citizens, passed away at his home on Friday morningi at 11 a.m., in his 88th year. The late Mr. Ramage had been ailing in health for a few months past and seriously ill since he suffered a stroke H week ago. The late Mr. Ramage was a native of Heddington, Scotland, and was eighteen years of age when he came to Canada. He learned the printing trade in Scotland. On his arrival here he worked for six months on a paper at Priceville. He then attend- ed High School at Collingwood and for thirteen years taught school, un- til he purchased the Durham Review forty-two years ago. Under his guiding hand the Review gained an enviable position among the weekly newspapers of the district. The late Mr. Ramage had been a resident of Durham for the past forty- four years and during that time had won the esteem and respect of all with whom he came in contact. The late Mr. Ramage was united in marriage over 52 years ago to Mary Jane Coleridge of Egremont Township, who now survives to mourn his passing. Six children also sur- vive. Miss Alice Ramage and Peter, at home, Dr. Charles C. Ramage of Gorrie, Mrs. R. J. McKnight of Wain- fleet, Ont.. Arthur of Thornbury. ed- itor of the Review-Herald there, and Harold of the Petrolia Advertiser- Topic. One daughter, Mary, pre- deceased her father. One brother, William Ramage of Priceville who is four and a half years younger than the deceased, sur- vives. One sister died before the family came from Scotland. Four grandchildren also survive. The funeral of the late Mr. Ramage wa.s held on Sunday afternoon and was largely attended. Rev. W. H. Smith, pastor of Knox United Church had charge of the services at the home and church. Interment was made in Durham cemetery. IN MEMORIAM In memory of Mrs. John Black- burn, who passed away, July 24, 1926. â€" Sadly missed by the Family. IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of my dear sister. Grace, the late Mrs. Ed. Hillock of Maxwell, who passed away two years ago, this July 23rd, 1936. This day brings back sad memories Of one who has gone to rest, And those who think of her this day. Are those who loved her best. â€" Sister Mary, (Mrs. D. Genoe). IN MEMORIAM HINCKS â€" In loving memory of Mrs. David Hincks, who departed this life, July 22, 1926. She had a nature you couldn't help loving, And a heart that was purer than gold. And to those who knew her and love her, Her memory will never grow cold. Sadly missed by husband and family. IN MEMORIAM PARTRIDGE â€" In loving memory of William Clifford Partridge, who died through accident at New Lisk- eard on July 22nd, 1935. yfe often git and think of him when we are all alone. For memory is the only friend that grief can call its own; Like ivy on the withered oak, whan all other things decay. Our love for him will still keep green and never fade away. â€" Sadly missed by Mother, Father, Sister and Brothers. BORN .McKEOKNIEâ€" In Markdale Hosrpi tal on Wednesday, July 8th, 1936. to Mr. and Mrs. C. J. MdKecknie of Flesherton, a daughter. Fell From Table Mrs. John Pedlar of town suffered severe shock when she fainted and fell from a table on which she was stand- ing while in the act of drawing a blind which had run to the top of the window. She had been confined to her bed for several days with a heavy cold and had arisen that evening and was in a weak condition. She stood on the table beside the window to reach the blind and suddenly took a weak spell and fainted, falling to the floor. No bones were broken but the shock to her system was severe ana she has since been confined to her bed. Her daughtei's. Mrs. Emerson Wick- ens of Flesherton and Mrs. John Bee- croft of Owen Sound attending their mother. Slight Reduction In Local Hydro .Rates A slight reduction of Hydro rates for Flesherton domestic uses is an- nounced by the local Hydro Commis- sion on recommendation by the Hydro- Electric Power Commission of On- tario. The service charge of 33 cents per month has been dropped, while the consumption charge was raised from 3.5 to 4 cents per kilowatt hour for the first 55 hours and the balance used will be at the old rate of 1.5 cents per kw. hour. The minimum bill is the same at $1.11. While the reduction is not a large one any low- ering of the Hydro charges is wel- come to the consumers. There is no change in the Commercial or Power rates. HINCKS â€" TUCK A wedding of much interest to a large circle of friends and relati''es was solemnized Saturday, July lit- at high noon in Knox United cnurch, Clifford. Ont., when Isabel Catherine, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Albert luck, and Clifford Ellerton Hincks,, Devastating Drought Throughout Country The prolonged heat wave, without any rain, during the first two weeks of July proved highly injurious to crop prospects throughout Ontario Reports from counties in Western, Southern, Central and Eastern Ontar- io tell their own story of the havoc wrought by drought. Two typical reports from representatives are thost from Halton and North Simcoe, as follows: HALTON Thrown From Buggy When a horse she was driving be- came frightened and bolted, when some harness broke, Mrs. Geo. Black- burn had the misfortune on Wednes- day last to be thrown from the buggy in which she was riding, and suffei-ed a broken bone in her l»ft arm at the wrist. Her daughter, Ruth, was with her at the time of the accident and as the horse and buggy careened down the hill on the east backline, north of of their home, she showed great pres- ence of mind in climbing over the The heat wave of the! ''"'='' ^'^^^ °* ^^^ ^""^^^ ^"'' '""^I""? past few days has caused tremendous i *° ^'^^''^^i' ^:'*'^°"* ^"^ ^"J^''^'- , ^^^ loss, the extent of which is imposs-l '^''•â- ''« '•«" ^°' ^ '^'^^^"'=^ "^ *^'«°^* ible to e^u, Hte at this time. Fall: ''^'â- Â«' '""^'^ ^""^ ^"'"« ^° * ^^°^ ""^ ^"^ wheat ami barley liave ripened ^ap- : .^'â„¢ ''^,.^^-- ^f «, f '^^'«"^' ^<-'^', ''^'^'^- i<lly. We anticipate that this will ''"'^- ^'â- '''- Blackburn was taken to the Markdale liospital where an x-ray mean a lot of shrunken and light grain. Early sown oats and bai-ley ;,ill appear to be in fair condition and with a good rain prospects will still be good for a fair crop. Late sown spring crops, however, are pretty well burnt up. Alfalfa seed prospects may be said to be nil in so far as the first crop is concerned. Pastures j are badly burned and dairymen ar-e finding it necessary to supplement. ; Milk flow is seriously curtailed, but' examination was made as to the ex- tent of her injuries. Besides the broken bone, Mrs. Blackburn suffered severe bruises and lacerations. Another Hog Record Girl Fatally Injured -Miss May Tolmie of Roxborough Street, Toronto, was killed and her companion, Frederick Bick. same ad- dress was seriously injured when th# automobile in which they were riding left the road four miles north of -Markdale yesterday and overturned. Bick is in the Markdale Hospital, suffering from a fractured pelvis and several broken ribs, but will ribs, but several ribs, but will likely recover, hospital authorities stated. When the couple left Toronto foot Owen Sound, Miss Tolmie was said to be driving. When the car hit some loose gravel it appeared to take a sudden leap, accordmg to an eye- witness, and then went into the ditch. Both wei'e pinned under the car, an open machine. Miss Tolmie died a few minutes after help arrived. She suft'ei-ed injuries to the head, and it is thought her neck was broken. MifvS Tolmie's body was taken to Toronto today. An imiuest will be held, but the date has not been set. NICHOLS â€" ACHESON youngest son of Mr. David Hincks ot Priceville, were united in marriage. | there still appears to be plenty of sur- the minister. Rev. J. Hampson ofjPl"s milk. Gooseberries have been Knox united church officiating. The 1 <'""'"•''' "" the bushes and raspberries church was beautifully decorated for hav« '''''ed uP- The yield of early the occasion. For the guests special pews were marked with white rib- bon, while many other friends ana well wishers attended the service. The bride was given in marriage by her father and was prettily attired in white satin designed on simple lines with, long full sleeves, her long veil of embroidered tulle was arranged in cap effect, caught with rose buds, white slippers completed her costume and she carried a shower bouquet of Talisman roses, Lily of the Valley and Maiden hair fern. Thi-ee brid- al attendants pi'eceded by two ushers, formed the picturesque procession heralding the entrance of the bride. I'he delicate contrasting pastel tints of the bride's attendants made a symphony of color. Miss Jean Bryans cousin of the bride, acted as brides- maid, dressed in pale pink silk or potatoes will also be curtailed owing to the drought. NORTH SIMCOE â€" This district. is experiecing the most intensive drought of many years. Most crops were at least average a week ago. but each day of the present temperature with no rain represents an estimated .5 to 10 per cent, reduction is most crop prospects. Prospects for spring sown crops do not rate much over 50 per cent, with the average going down every day without rain. Wheat look.« much better than other grain crops, having got full growth before the drouuht. but it is ripening so rap- idly that many farmers fear that the sam))le will be very light. On the lighter lands the oat crop is yellowing off, and is so short that even if rain comes it will be difficult to harvest. Earl.v potatoes are ripening rapidly gandy. with white picture hat and ""'' Prospects are very poor. Late carrying a bouquet of Killarney rose* ; potatoes are holding their own better, and maiden hair fern. Mary Hincks,. 0" ^l)""* 26 per cent, of the farms niece of the groom dressed in paler"^* '^^'"â- " '=''''P '» growing splendidly, blue organdy, was a pretty little flow- 1 '^"t 'â- "^'â- '^^ ^he soil has not been in er.girl; Mr. Donald Elmslie acted as f^""^ condition or cultivation neglect CONGRATULATIONS The Advance tenders congratula- tions to Mr. John Weber of Kimber- ley, who attained his 87th birthday on Thursday last, July 16, Mr. Weber is quite hale and hearty yet, despite his years and life of hard work. He was one of the pioneers of the Kim- berley Valley and has a fund of rem- iniscent detail to impart about the experiences of early days in Grey County. May he continue to enjoy life for many years to come. Surprises At Picnic The program for the Old Boys' and Girls' picnic for Civic Holiday is sure to be interesting, as a great deal of time for prepration has been given by the various committees. From Sun- day services in the churches and at Memorial Park to the winding up of the pavement dance Monday night the time will be fully taken up by a succession of sports and entertaining that will be well worth coming to see. We might say that boxing fans will have a pleasant surprise at the Mon- day evening performance that they would not want to miss. Full details of the program will be made next week and watch for the bills with the program. The big picnic and Garden Party in Flesherton is featuring the Owen Sound Boys' Band. Hear it. See advertisement in this issue for list of sport events, prizes for which were donated by local merchants. groomsman. The ushers were Messrs. Stuart Tuck and Alfred Hincks. Miss Jean Hincks. sister of the groom played the bridal chorus from Lohen- grin. After the ceremony the brid- al party proceeded to the home of the bride's parents, where a dainty wedding breakfast waa served to 35 guests. The dining room was pret- tily decorated in a color scheme of pink and white. The bride's table was decorated with silver baskets, Clarkia and Baby's Breath, centred with a three stor.v wedding cake. A toast proposed by Rev. J. Hampson to the bride was responded to by the groom, while Mr. Elmslie responded to a toast proposed to the attendants, by the groom. Messrs Stuart Tuck, Alfred Hincks and John Bryans were called upon and gave short speeches. For travelling the biide wore a pink crepe swagger suit with white accessories. 'I'he groom's gift to the bride was an aeropack and packette; to the groomsman, a silver pen knife; an'l to the bridesiraid, organist and flower girl silver initialled bracelet. Guests from a distance were: Mr. Stuart Tuck and Miss Helen Bertrand, Wind- sor; Miss Mabel Stratham, Strathroy; Mr. Clarence Bryans, Waterloo; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Tuck and Dorothy. Moneton, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wade, Mr. and Mrs. John Bryans and daugh- ter, Jean, Fordwich; Mr. Harold Hill- iard, Hudson. Ont.; Mr. and Mrs. Al- fred Hincks, Misses Beth and Almeda Hincks of Toronto; Mr. Donald Elm- slie, Gait. The bride and groom, who were the recipients of many beautiful gifts, left amid showers of confetti and good wishes and intend to take a cruise to the 'I'hlrt^ Thousand Islands and other points north. After a few weeks visit among their friends, they will reside at Hudson, Ontario. ed. even the corn crop is burning out. "Their Names Liveth?" That hog raising pays at present -^ pretty outdoor wedding took prices has been ably demonstrated by 'place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Mr. Thos. Sled of Flesherton in a litter of 10 pigs which he had entered in the Ontario Bacon Litter Compet- ition. The pigs were a cross be- tween purebred Yorkshire and Berk- shire and weighed 2020 dressed on the rail at the barrie packing plant, where they were sold. He received fourth prize in the competition in this district and received a chetjue for S17 as a recognition for his good work. He alsii received Sl.'iS.T.') for the hogs when sold. During feeding the hogs â-  onsumed .5,40.5 pounds of oats and 'parley chop and 300 oounds of Purina Pig Chow, for a total cost of S(i:!.05 or a profit of 0.5.70 with th, prize money additional. The cost of feeding was not figured in the I'ost of production. During the pa.st two weeks there church, has not been any great increase in the amount of donations to the memorial pi'oposed for Flesherton and district. X few years ago the phrase "Their Names Liveth For Ever More" was rung around the world in honor of those who made the supreme sacrifice in the Great War, but unless some Orange Church Service .\n Orange service for the Orange- men of Flesherton Lodge and the District of Artemesia will be held in St. John's United Church, Flesherton, on Sunda.v next, July 26th. at the ovening service, when the pastor. Rev. C. R. Service, will preach. The Dis- trict Master requests that there be a large attendance of members. Tile members of ladies' Lodges are cord- ially invited to attend. The mem- bers will gather at the Lodge room at 0.30 p.m. and march in a body to the R. G. Acheson, Proton Station, when their daughter, Emily Elizabeth -Ach- eson, B.A. became the bride of Lome Elmer Nichols of .St. Thomas, son of Mrs. Nichols and the late .Mr. M. C. Nichols of Cobouig. Rev. H. H. Eaton officiated, assisted by Mr. W, G. Prosser of Emmanuel College brother-in-law of the liride. ^lisa Donna Pincombe of St. Thomas sang (luring the signing of the register and the wedding music was played by the bride's sister, -Mrs. Elmo C. Stevens, Tile bride, who was given in mar- riage by her father, was becomingly dressed in a gown of white chiffon and lace. She wore a Spanish head. dress of the matching lace and car- ried a bouquet of Talisman roses. Dur. ing the reception which followed the ceremony the bride's mother received wearing a gown of black and white sheer and a corsage of red roses. .She was assisted by the groom's mother, who wore a printed mauve chiffon, with white accessories and a corsage of red roses and baby's breath. Mr. and Mrs. Nichols left on a mo- tor trip to the Gaspe Peninsula. For travelling the bride wore a white and green sheer dress and green redin- gote with white accessories. On their return thev will reside in St. Thomas. CEYLON LADIES" AID PICNIC Ceylon Ladies' Aid are sponsoring a community picnic in the afternoon of July 29th, in Flesherton Memorial Park, at which it is hoped every fam- action is taken by the public to insure I ''^ '" ^^^ community will be repres- "Swear not at all." It is easier to forgive the oath uttered in anger or vexation than the unprovoked vul- garity of the careless and the vicious. 'I'o keep one's self-respect and gain and retain the respect of others, this matter of clean speaking is of first importance. Don't allow your re- a memorial their names are apt to be forgotten by succeeding genertions. Your subscriptions are needed to swell the fund and no matter what the amount it will be welcome. Send your subscription or promise to pay to this ottice so that it may be promptly recorded. SUBSCRIPTIONS Remembrance Day Collection 1935 I 22 25 Patriotic Fund 44 05 nti'd. Bring your basket. Concert Talent Wanted VIMY RIDGE MEMORIAL SERVICE Talent is wanted for the amateur concert, in Flesherton on Civic Hol- iday night. Don't be bashful but come along and enter £ke contest and share your talents with the public that night. Any class of enter- Mrs. C. E. McTavish 6 00 : tainin|j^^s permitted, songs, readings. Audrey McTavish 5 00 ' instrumental n«rnbers. tap dancing Dan McTavish 5 #0' ^"'' *'^"* ^^'^'^ y""' '"""'' '" ^"^^^ "^^^^ Dorothy McTavish '"'"..! Z B 00 j either Dr. E. C. Murray or F. J. Stewart McTavish 5 00 ] Thurston and be included on the pro- C. E. McTavish 5 00 H. A. McCauley 10 00 G. A. McTavish 10 00 F. H. W. Hickling 10 00 P. D. McTavish 5 00 W. H. Thurston 10 00 Mrs. W. Wilcock 10 00 F. G. Karstedt 5 00 .T. H. Crossley 1 00 Jos. Buchanan 10 00 $167 25 From the Toronto branch of the Flesherton Old Boys' and Girls' As- sociation. J. H. Clarke $10 00 Burton Field 10 00 Controller W. J. Wadsworth .. B 00 "Jack Spivins" 6 00 I 30 00 Employee of a refrigerator plant in London was overcome with the heat yesterday while playing golf. In putation to be placed in Jeopardy byfuturo that fellow should stick to his any aoarse tendencies. job when it gets hot. gram. so. All right! All right! Let's The Mount Forest Branch of the Canadian Legion are commemoratinjt the Battle of Vimy Ridge by way of a service at the Cenotaph on Sunday, July 26th, at 4 p.m. They are invit- ing all veterans to join them in thie seivice which will be at the same time as the Canadian monument on Vimy Ridge proper will be unveiled by H. M. King Edward VIII. It is fit and proper "^.^lat all vets unite oa this great uccasion. remembering those who have paid the supreme sacrifice in this great Canadian vlo tory. Fall-in will be sounded at 3.80 p.'u. at the Mount Forest Post Office. All vets are invited to assist in thie service. Dress â€" Medals and Bcretiik Th<' Boy Scout District Commie- sioner .^for Maitland District ha> authorized the President of the Mount Forest Branch of the Canadian L»» gion to invite all Scout and CluH troops in this district to participate in this memorial service. "Tell me a fairy story mum." "Wait until your dad comes \v and he'll tell us both one." THE FINBRAL CHAPEL .\ dignified, personal funeral service. Available In all part* of C" Toronto and <iiibiirl»> at prices to suit the Income ot every family. ate& Se jUlabbocksi iBurtal Co. FOK.UKRLY BATES BURIAL CO. Fred Maddocks Richard JVIaddocks. Mgr. I4344-34S6 124 AVENUI BOAB ONE BLOCK SOUTH OF DAVKNPORT ROAD