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®hje /ksil^rlan AJrwnc^* Vol. 59; No. 21 FLESHERTON. WEDNESDAY. OCTOBER 25th 1939 W. H. THURSTON & SON. Proprirtort v; Priceville United Church Holds 51st Anniversary The 5l9t anniversary of St. Colum- ba Church on Sunday, when in spite of the inclement weather a good congre- gation turned out in the morning to- hear Rev. Dr. George L. Mercer, Maxwell, whose sermon, "Our Un- shaken Possessions," was based on Heb. 12: 27, "and this word signifies that those thingrs which cannot be shaken may remain." The speaker declared that among the things which to-day are shaken is the world itself, individual moral standards, and the economic structure. The immovable include the Christian religon, God, Christ, and His Kingdom. A somewhat larger number braved rain and sleet to attend the evening service when Rev. Louis Pickering, Trinity United Church, Hanover, was guest preacher. Basing his sermon on part of the parable of the Good Sa- maritan and the story of the Rich Young Ruler, the preacher emphasized the necessity of the Christian coming out from the crowd. The disciples must have thought Jesus made a mistake in being so severe with the young man as through him there would have op- ened so many avenues of approach to people by reason of his wealth and connections. If the Gospel curtain had fallen on St. Peter as it did on the young ruler, what a lot the world would have mis- sed, he said. In conclusion the question was asked, would we be satisfied if the curtain were to fall as abruptly on our lives or on our nation to-day? The Salem male quartette Messrs. Richardson, Fowler, Heard, and Weir assisted the choir at both services. Their evening selections were, "I want my life to tell for Jesus," and "Lead Kindly Light." The W.A. and W.M.S. met Wednes- day afternoon at the church with 15 present. It was decided to have a bean supper and amateur program in the near future. The matter of new curtains for the church basement was discussed. At the W.M.S. meeting, Mrs. Gary Whyte took charge of a â€""xscussion of the second last chapter of "tlia World in Canada." The executive of the Y.P.S. met on Wednesday evening at the home of the president, Miss Marion Muir, Six Corners, with five members present. Plans were made for a Hallowe'en social and election of officers at the next meeting. ft The aiinual anniversary hot fowl supper and entertainment of Salem church was held Friday evening. A record crowd sat down to supper, and later filled every available space in the church for the presentation of "Second Story Peggy" by St. Colum- foa Y.P.S. Between acts Gordon Mc- Nalty, Ray Richardson, and E^rl Mc- Lean sang cowboy songs to their own guitar accompaniment, while Jack Hopkins rendered mouth organ sel- ections. Mrs. Geo. Wright Dies Death came to one of this district's oldest and highly respected residents on Monday afternoon, when Mrs. Geo. Wright, 75, passed away at her home near Salem, in Proton Township. The late Mrs. Wright, although she had been suffering for years from asthma, had been enjoying her usual health right to the time of her pass- ing, and the . news of her death will occasion surprise and sincere regret among her wide circle of friends and acquaintances. The deceased was formerly Miss Bella Dow, and was united in marr- iage to George Wright many years ago. He predeceased her, along with one daughter, Elizabeth. Surviving are five sons, Wilfred on the home- '[''»«* village, stead, Andrew of Swinton Park, Ed- ward, Toronto, Howard, Perth, John of concession 16, Proton., and two daughters, Mrs. Selwyn MeLean of Honeywood and Mrs. Samuel Coulter of Abbey, Sask. The late Mrs. Wright was a mem- ber of Salem United Church, and took an active interest in the forwarding of church affairs in her district. Her late husband was a former reeve of the township, and had taken a part in educational activities. Flesberton School 4th In DistrictfField Day ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Doan of Stayner announce the engagement of their eldest daughter, Viola M., of Owen Sound, to Secord W. M. Hard- wick, North Bay, elder son of Mrs. Hardwick and the late tVilliam T. Hardwick of Bolton. The marriage will take place early in November. A most successful Inter-School track and field meet was held at Dur- ham on Friday last, when Hanover, Durham, Shelbume, Holstein, Dun- dalk, Flesberton and Markdale schools competed. The weather was favorable and the efforts of Mr. Robb, principal of Durham and Mr. Fred Steele of Toronto, who so capably orgranized the events, left nothing to be desired. Flesberton came fourth in the standing with 21 points, with Hanover, Dundalk and Durham heading the local contingent in that order. The girls won 12 points and the boys 9. Bob Banks took first place in the Junior half mile, and Jean Loucks and Ruth Whyte scored 71 in the soft- ball catch and pitch, their nearest rivals scoring 55. Other point winners were: L. Phillips 2nd in senior boys' high jump, Ruth Tumey 3rd in senior girls hop. step and jump, and third in the senior Softball throw, Bemice Leavell 2nd in junior high jump, L. Phillips 3rd in senior boys' broad jump, Mary McMullen 2nd in junior Softball throw. Bemice Leavell 3rd in junior 75 yard, R. Johnson 3rd in sen- ior pole vault, B. Stephen 3rd in jun- ior running broad jump, 2nd in junior relay race, team composed of Mary McMullen, Jean Loucks Bemice Leav- ell and Jean Duncan. Fine sportsmanship was observed on all sides and the school yells, so lustily shouted, gave fine evidence of deep school spirit. Osprey Council The Osprey municipal Council met at Maxwell on Saturday, Oct. 14th. .A.11 members were present. The min- utes and proceedings of the former meeting, upon being found correct, were adopted without alterations. Correspondence was received fi"om: the County Clerk, re indigent hospital ] patients; from Mr. Geo. Coutts, re the j cleaning of the "Coutts" drain or that part of it for which he is responsible for the cleaning. Representatives of the J. & J. Tay- lor Safe Co. and the Dominion Safe Co. were present and each explained the merits of their product to the Council, and after considerable dis- cussion, it was decided to purchase one from the Dominion Safe Co., through Whillier & Co., Toronto, at a price of $50.00. The Women's Institute of Sing- hampton wrote informing Council that, as their Society had undertaken Red Cross work, they mould be unable to further finance the street lights in The Council decided to undertake to still have the light shine on Singhampton, providing the Coun- cil of the Township of Nottawasaga will agree to pay one half of the bill. The Council instructed the Road Saperiuttndent to have that part of the "Co«tts" drain, for which it is re- sponsibl*, cleaned immediately, so that it will be an incentive to any rate- payers who are responsible for any cleaning to get busy on their parts. General accounts orderd paid were: A. Richardson, relief $8; L. Hambly, relief $10: J. Izard, relief $12; W. Parker, relief $16: R. Arnott, relief $6; E. J. Walters, relief account Mrs. Ban- nerman $10; Treasurer Township of Collingwood. relief account H. Mars- den, $3.96; Herald Pub. Co., printing and advertising $7.35; M. Murphy, sheep claim $6; L. Mills, sheep claim $1; R. L. Stewart, sheep claim $7.50; J. Poole, as valuer $4.50; C. Sprott, as Valuer $1.50; Jas. Long, expense of conveying Miss Langhlin to sanitar- ium $12; C. C. Middle-bro', counsel fees, etc., on the Connor & R. Little drain agpeal $50; A. Hutchinson, as witness on appeal hearing $6.30; C. N. Long, as witness at hearing of appeal, delivering notice of appeal papers to Reeve of Melancthon, preparing state- ment of costs of appeal $22.60 Prepare For Long I And Serious War! News behind the news of the past few days is the intense perparation for a long and serious war, being made at Ottawa, Toronto and other Canadian governmental centres. Be- hind closed doors, and without the accompaniment of publicity, our elect- ed leaders, our paid public servants and representatives of business enter- prises, have put their collective noses to the grind«one. bent on transform- ing plans for a tremendou.s Canadian war supply organization to an ac- complished fact. Great Britain's mission, recently augmented by further arrivals from the old country, is busy advising Can- ada what is needed at the centre of operations. Industrialists are project- ing new factories and additions to j existing plants, and adequate steps are being taken to make sure there shall be sufficient competent workmen to man the factories when rhe big machine is finally thrown into high gear. Already scores of air-minded youths in Great Britain and Canada's sister Dominions are packing up their duds to join an Empire orroup of air fight- ers to be trained at a hundred air fields dotting this counti?. Pi-ovided there is no unforeseen development, citizens of Canada will be witnessing the awesome spectacle of massed flights early next year, and by then thousand^ of young Canadians will be invited to join the air force. Gradually the general public is coming to the realization that Prime Minister Chamberlain was not re- sorting to propaganda, when he warn- ed the Empire to get ready for a war of three years or longer. Determined to fight until Hitler is beaten and Hitlerism banished, the Allies have apparently settled down to a siege of Germany, preparing steadily for a grand offensive later on, if necessary, but saving as many of their own men as possible, in the meantime. It is not unlikely that future history books may show that this siuation is the reason why only two Canadian Divisions are in training so far, with no call vet for its transportation Byrne Receives Two Years In Penitentiary CEYLON ANNIVERSARY across the Atlantic: why care is being nrx. "t) ^"j "^o "^ '^t't"="' «''â€"""• j j j^^^ ^^lat there shall be plenty of The Road Supermtendent presented' '^'^^" "'"'•. . ,. *• " :,u men left m the country to furnish workmen in the factories and per- sonnel or tbe Air Force. a voucher totalling $2023.76, which was ordered paid. Council adjourned to meet at Sing- hampton on Saturday, Nov. 4th. at 2 o'clock p.m. ENGAGEMENT Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Burnside. Markdale, announce the engragement of their elder daughter, Vema Gert- rude, to G. Edward Colgan of Sudbury, younger son of Mr. and Mrs. .-V. E. Colgan. the marriage to take place early in November. Equipped to handle the finest service at moderate prices Our Beautiful ^ St John's W.M.S. Meeting The W.M.S, of St. John's United Church held their Thank offering meeting Wednesday, Oct. 18th in the basem«nt of the church, with Mrs. W. I. Henry, president, presiding. The theme for the devotional period was "The God of all the people of the earth.'" Prayer was given by Mrs. Dawn and a solo was rendered by Mrs. Buchanan. Bible readings were given by Miss McMillian, Mrs. Moore and Mrs. Cargoe. "The House by the Side of the Road," was given by Mrs. Brady, accompanied by Mrs. Karstedt at the piano; response was made by Miss Thistlethwaite. .\ trio by Mrs. Blackburn, Mrs. .\. Down and Mrs. Henderson, accompanied on the piano by Mrs. Chappie, was greatly enjoyed, Mrs. Duncan took up the offering and a dedication hymn was sung. Mrs. Bailey of Dundalk gave a splendid Missionnary address. Prayer was of- fered by Mrs. Cariro, and a solo was iriven by Miss Stewart. Air Conditioned Funeral Chapel M 124 AVENUE ROAD TORONTO, Ont RICHARD MADDOCKS. Manacer FRED R. MADDOCKS. Aasoeiate Mcnber of the FlestMrton OM B,>.ts* * GirUi' ABsoeiation BATES & MADDOCKS F«rMerly of FlnlMrtMi. Ont 124 Avenue Road. Toronto, Ont KI. 4344 Entrance Examinations May B« Eliminated Elimination of high school entrance exajninations in all elementay schools i of Ontario was foreseen by V. K. Greer, chief inspector for public and separate schools of Ontario, in his address Saturday to more than 1,600 teachers at the conference of London and district teachers' institutes. There was a definite trend in provincial ed- ucation circles, he said, toward abolit- ion of the present entrance examinat- ions because of the "break" it created in the grade and high school curric- ulum. In Ontario we have persisted in maintaining th« entrance examinat- ion gap between the two systems. In view of fact I, personally, would re- commend that the entrance examinat- ions be withdrawn in 1940," he said. Miss L. Walton Dies (By Kinnberley Corr) Our whole community was shocked on Friday morning, when it became known that Miss Lucy Walton had passed away during the uarly part of Thursday night in Collingwood hos pital, following an operation. She was apparently progressing favorably when she suddenly weakened and passed away. Miss Walton had spent all her life here and w",»s a very beautiful Christ- ian character, always active in Sun- day School activities and mission work. She could always be depended upon to help wherever help was needed. Her pla.-e will bo hard to fill. The funeral was held on Monday afternoon from her late resilence. south of the village. Rev. Graham and Rev. Mo.\uslan had charge of the services at the house and cemeterj-. Interment was made in Markdale cemetery. The late Miss Walton leaves to mourn her loss one sister. Mrs. Wright, who made her home with her, and two brothers. Hugh of Port Ham- mond. B.C., and Fred at Sault Ste. Marie, along with a number of nieces. We extend our most sincere sym- pathy to the bereaved family. MENZIES-BYRES (By Our Ceylon Corr.) Good congregrations were present both afternoon and evening on Sun- day for the anniversary services at Ceylon United church, conducted by Rev. Lewis of Honeywood, who preached two verj- uplifting and in- spiring sermons. Mrs. Hunt and the choir had charge of the music \r. the afternoon, while in the evening Mrs Blackburn and the Flesberton choir kindly supplied the music. Miss Mary R. Stewart, a former teacher here and now of the Flesberton high school staff, assisted the choirs and rendered a beautiful solo at each service. Flow^ering house plants and a beautiful basket of delphinium added a note of cheer and color to the church. Change Made In Local Library Board The Flesberton Public Library Board, which has been re-organized, met in the librai-y on Monday evening. Present were Chairman John McMill- an, Reeve A. Down. Treasurer R. B. Heard, Mrs. K. McMiUan. Mrs. C. J. Bellamy and K. Goheen. Business conducted was the election of the secretay, K. Goheen. The treasurer reported that the Council had given an order for $92.25. 1938 library levy, and the distribution of catalogues for the selection of addi- tions to the library. Means of improving library service to the community were discussed, and suggestions will be can'ied out as funds become available. The Late John Vause Mr. John W. Vause passed away at his home at C-ookstown on October 9. 1939. He was born in Leeds. Eng- land, 67 years ago, and came to Canada with his parents at the age of two years and settled in Artemesia townsihp. He was united in marriage 36 years ago to Miss Magee McKin- non of Artemesia, who survives with one son, F, J., at home. He also leaves, two brothers, Robert W. Vause of Artemesia, and Geo. H. Vause of Peace River, B.C. The funeral took place on Wednes- day, Oct. 12th, and was largely at- tended. Rev. Wm. Coutts of Stayner had charge of the sei-vice at the house and cemetery, assisted by Rev. Robt. Armstrong of Cookstown. Interment was made in Stayner cemetery. The pallbearers were: Messrs. Louis Baker and Lome Jibb of Cookstown. Jos. Watson and John Meads of Priceville and Jas. McQuay and Dan Buie of Stayner. Friends from a distance who at- tended the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Robt. W. Vause and Lloyd, Mr. and Mrs, Jas. Oliver and Sadie, Mr. and Mrs. F. R. Oliver, Mr and Mrs. Thos. Currie and Mrs. A. Currie. Mr. and Mrs. D. McKinnon, Christina. Susie, Elsie and John. Mr. and Mrs. John Meads and Willie. Mr. John Dow and Miss Maggie Dow. Mrs. D. McDougal and Mr. ajid Mrs. Jos. Watson, all from .Artemesia; Mr. and Mrs. Robt. J. Vause and Mr. and Mrs. Frank Trudgeon. Dundalk; Mr. Jas. Turner and R. J. Laurel; Mr. and Mrs. A. Parker and Miss Susie McKinnon, Toronto: Mr. and Mrs. .\llen McKin- non. Mary and Merv'in. /Markham: besides those from Cookstown, Sun- nidale and Stayner. j Injuries to his head received two : years ago were blamed by Patrick Byrne, 31-year-old transient, for his actions in terrorizing the pupils and teacher, as well as the caretaker ; of S. S. N. 2 Proton on Oct. 10 and U. j Byrne was sentenced to two years I in Kingston Penitentary after he had ', pleaded guilty to charges of breaking and entering and theft and a charge of carrying an offensive weapon. He appeared before Magistrate E. C. Spereman in police court at Owen Sound on Thursday morning. Byrne was chargred with breaking and entering Gardner's hardware store at Dundalk on Sept. 19, with break- ing and entering Karstedt's store at Flesberton on the same date and carrj-ing an offensive weapon in Pro- ton township. He elected summary trial on all three charges and pleaded guilty. Asked by Magistrate Spereman if he had anything to say before sent- ence was passed. Byrne referred to a fractured skull he received in an acci- dent two years ago. "I received injuries to my head two ago and I haven't felt the same since B>Tne said. Crown Attorney J. F. P. Birnie. K. C. told the court that Byrne w-as convicted at Woodstock in 1936 on three charges of breaking and enter- ing. Byrne was not represented by coun- sel at the police court on Thursday. Provincial Constable Harold Black of Flesberton related to the court the circumstances surrounding the three crimes to which Byrne pleaded guilty. On Sept, 19, Provincial Constable Black said Gardner's Hardware Store at Dundalk was entered by a man who made his way down a back stair and broke a window. A .22 calibre single- shot rifle was stolen. This gun equipp- ed with a peep-sight for accurate shooting, was produced in court. On the same date Fred Karsted's store at Flesberton was entered by a burglar who removed the cellar win- dow. Overalls, undervrear, a smock, leather coat, and leather hat were stolen. On Oct. 10. Constable Black said, he received a call from proton Town- ship and was informed that the care- taker of S. S. No. 2. Proton on enter- ing the school at 7 a. m. that morning, had been accosted by a man who had fired at him from a riflle. .\ search of the surrounding district failed to reveal the culprit. On Oct. 11 Constable Black received another call. This time he w^as inform- ed that a man armed with a rifle had chased the teacher of S. S. Xo. 2, Pro- ton, Graham Beard, and his pupils into the school. He had demanded admitt- ance and when refused he told those inside the school to stand back, then he fired a shot through the top of the door. He then fled across the fields to a nearby swamp. This swamp was surrounded and the same afternoon Byrne was discovered. He had tho ritle stolen from the Dun- dalk store in his posession. The cloth- ing stolen from the Flesberton store was found in an old barn. BIRTHS BLACKâ€" At Durham hospital on Oct. 11. to Mr. and Mrs. John Black, R.R. 2. Priceville, a daughter. .\ quiet wedding was solemixed at the United Church Parsonage, Dun- dalk, Rev, Gordon officiating, when Verna Bemice, only daughter of Mr. ami Mrs. N. Byres. Maybume. was united in marriage to .Arnott Menzies i>f Wareham, i<on of Mrs. Menzies and the late James Menzies. The bride was charming in an Eliz- abeth blue dresji, attended by Mis^ Grace Menzies. sister of the groom, while William Byres brother of the bride attended the groom. .â- Vfter the ceremony the bridal couple left for a short trip to Muskoka and other points, the bride wearing a teal blue coat with wolf collar and hat to match. On their return, Mr. and Mrs. Men- lies will reside on the groom's farw at Wareiuun. ANNIVERSARY SERVICE ROCK MILLS CHITRCH Anniversary service will be held in the Rock Mills Baptist Church on Sunday afternoon. Oct. 29, at 3 o'clock, when Rev, R. G. Quiggan, B.A.. of the First Church, Owen Sound, will be the special preacher. Mr. Quiggan has been very much in demand, since his coming to Owes Sound, as an anniversary speaker and his comitig to Rock Mills will be a real treat for the people of this community. The choir will render special music, and the pastor will be in charge of the service. .A welcome awaits every one. 50th Anniversary ! Mr. and Mrs, W. J. Howard, resi- I dents of Markdale for many years, ; celebrated their golden wedding anni- j vcrsary on Saturday, when they re- i ceived congratulations and gifts from a host of friends. Owiag to the un- . favorable weather conditions at I Christmas time, when they usually I celebrate their anniversary, they de- cided to hold it when all their family could attend. They recall the day of their wedc* ig when the snow was piled five feet high â-  on the road, which they drove along â-  in a horse and cutter. We are pleas- , ed to know that both Mr. and Mrs. i Howard are enjoying ginxl health and • many in Flesberton join with others in wishing them many more years together. Card of Thanks We would like to take this oppor- tunity to thank our friends and neighbors of Springhill for their gifts and to a.isure them we appreciate their kindness while we lived among them and for helping us to move. â- â€"Mr. and Mrs. E J, Baker. No auction sale in this district A Ouelph horse has died at the age is fully advertised unles.o the list ap- of 40. He had the satisfaction of out- pears in the Fleaherton Advance. living a lot sf motor cars anywav.