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Wednesday, July 7, 1943 THE FLESHERTON ADVANCE THE Flesherton Advance Published on Collingwood Street, Flesherton, Wednesday of each week. Circulation over 1,100. Price in Canada $2.00 per year, when paid in advance $1.50; in U. S. A. $2.50 per year, when paid in advance $2.00. F. J. THURSTON, Editor THE BOMBER PRESS IN GREAT BRITAIN TRAVEL IN WARTIME BRITAIN (By Walter Legge) Travel at any time in another country IB exceedingly interesting, bat one privilege of travelling as we di< in Britain in wartime is an exper- ience enjoyed by few. One item on the list of instructions given us before we tarted read as fellows; "It must always be remeos xrfore anyone can get on to a stat- un platform. This ticket is taken up .hen leaving the platform at the estination. However, platform ickets may be purchased which en- title the holder to go on to the >lutform to meet or say goodbye to a isitor. The usual place names have disap- u-ared from the stations. In theii are very small printed signs, which are very hard to see or read. The traveller must therefore listen carefully to the name calle 1 out at the stops, and take care that he Is not taken past his or her destination. Wartime restrictions have made big change in the travellers themsel- ves, who now are very friendly ana will frequently even share their lun- o!i with other travellers who are com. plete strangers. We saw very few signs of damage to the railways, but were told, when we expressed our urprise, that all such damage had been quickly repair- ed. At blackout time, guards make sure y been well trained, because he ans- wered that he did not know. Somi of our bus travel was done at nig-hl and it always was amazing to us how the bus driver could find his way so well in the dark. While most of the surface trans- port in London is by omni'bus, there are several street car lines, such as the one on the Old Kent Road. These look very trang>e to Canadian eyes as they art double deck street cars, and are operated with handbrakes. The street cars in Blackpool, hosv- ever, are very smart and modern. In most cities taxis are not run- ning, or are very hard to get. In bered that the British Isles are def- : hat a11 windows are covered although tritely in the war zone, and that a party such as this moves in accord- ance with the instructions of the War Office.,, On every hand there is evidence that you are in the war zone. Then are plenty of signs of preparation to repel nn invader at a moment's not- ice. Obstructions have been placed in fields, or other places that might be used as a landing spot for enemy planes, and material has been pre- pared and placed in readiness to make barricades or obstructions at strategic points on the roads and highways. Everything is different from peace- time travel, in fact travel is discour. aged now as much as possible. There are signs at every station reading "Is your journey really necessary?' All trains are crowded, no n..:.'. are now served on them, ar.J ri^-.r: ations of space are very diific^!: Their system of reservir-g a ::x?;r; mcnt is to paste on th> dcor a sticker reading "Rc-servc'l.'' If there are several of these on the train it in difficult to find out which reserved compartment is yours. Travellers must row look ai'.-r tlieir own baggage. The English railways have never adopted th; Canadian system of checking bag- age. Before the war there v;ere many porters to look after the baggage. John L. Stoddard, famous world traveller and lectur* r, was so im- pressed with these English porters that he wrote, ". . . the host of uni- formed porters, who spring forth to assist on the arrival of the train, relieving u* of bags and parcels, bringing our baggage from the van, dnver our destination; all of which calling a cab, assisting us into it with our satchels, and telling the if so quietly and quickly done that vere I asked to name a specimen of almost perfect service, I should say 'that of an English railroad porter."' Today, there are no porters, and the traveller rushes desperately along the side of the train, peering into the compartments, and blocking the cor. "Hor. if there is one, with the bag- ,. It is taken as a i,it*cr of course that most of the trains are Inio, ,,-ob- ably due to delays caused by over- crowding. A ticket must bo shown in most compartments there is very little light, only about enough to en- able one to get in or out without walking on other people's feet. Us- ually there is only one dim light in compartment, and that is almost ..om-ealed with a metal ' eflector. Hotels carry on under difficulties, '.!ue to shortage of help and food re- strictions. Guests are expected '<> walk upstairs if they are not above the third storey,, and to walk down ru matter how many stories. It takes almost u week to get any laundry done. Few of the hotels provide keys to tho rooms, yet nobody seems to \osc anything. It was difficult to find accommodation for a party the size of ours, as hotels with room accom- modation probably would not be able ';. feed us, or if they could furnish ^tals did net have the roo.r.s. ' Lo i Ion Undergroiip'l /-.... . .: . j bi 2:1 aifeclt .1 ':> tin ' ;. uf nny mode of travel. T:.- .':i3 run through tubes which ?r vi-iy deep in the ground and a: r relied by large numbers of e3^a!- .itcrs or moving staircases. Ore rr- .:. Appreciated advantage of undorjfrc.und ravil is that it is brilliantly li^h'. ?' ut all times. BUR travel, although greatly re- stricted, due to needs of so m air- buses for transporting munition workers, is still carrying on. During the first few weeks w^ vtre there, \vc travelled 11)30 mil;'= our own private bus. Wo found t most difficult to know where WP London, however, they are fairly plentiful. They looked very old fashioned to us, but are efficient and ean "turn on a dime." Bicycles are still popular in Eng- land. One Sunday afternoon we were taken through Runnymede, (where the Magna Charta was signed), and we never saw so many peo>ple on bi- | cycles before in our lives. Some of them were equipped with sidecars an { j could take out the whole family, including the baby. Altogether, travel in Britain today is difficult, but not impossible. Our xporience gave us an insight into he way Britain's transportation problems are being handled. St. Columba Concert St. Columiba United Church, Pricc- .-ille held a very auccesrul (iarJtn .'V.rty on the spacioja lawn of the parsonage on Friday June 25th. The supper was served from 6 o'clock to '8.30, when a large crowd was served. A high class programme entertained the large audience. Rev. Chas. D. (.'ox acted as chairman. The orchestra I'rom Swamp College was an out- funding feature, and provide^ sev- eral vocal numbers as well. A local trio, consisting of Betty and Shirley Hincks and Reta McDougall, was much appreciated. Garnet Hamilton of Flesherton, winner of a first prize a. the Grey County Musical Festival at Owen Sound, delighted the aud- ience with song and Marion Stauffer of Flesherton made several contribu- tios with solos. Rev. P. Rumfoal, Rev. V. Keys and Hon. F. R. Olicer all spoke to the happy audience, each bringing timely messages that were Red Cross Work The following articles have been completed and sent away by the Flusherton-Artemesda Branch of the Red Cross: Knitted Goods 40 Men's sleeveless sweaters, 25 aero caps, 12 pairs 26 in. seamen's stockings, 38 pairs 18 in. seamen's stockings, 60 turtle-neck tuokins, 30 pairs gloves, 36 pairs mitts, 50 pairs men's service socks, 10 turtle-neck sweaters, 5 ribibed helmets. Civilian Goods 32 Girls' pinafores, 52 ladies' slips 10 girls' slips, 50 girls' bloomers, 50 pairs boys' shorts, 75 boys' shirts, 21 pairs ladies' slacks, 60 ladies' .blouses 40 pairs ladies' knickers, 20 boys coats, 10 babys' gowns. 50 diapers 1 dress, 1 child's kimona, 22 large quilts 7 from Springhill, 1 donate< as ail place signs have disap- peared We frequently went through large places without the "east idea nf their names. It gives one a feel- ing of bafflement when it seems Im- possible to find out the names of thr places. One lay we sto>pped in a small set- tlement. Seeing a young boy at the side of the road, we asked him the name of the place. He had evident- Agent for INSURANCE FIRE. LIGHTNING & WIND Car Insurance Mut i; I Fire Insurance GARNET MAGEE Euffenla, Out. Cream, Eggs and Poultry OCR KKO)W)S SHOW THAT MORE CKKAM IS BKTNG DELIVERED BY CREAM PATRONS EACH WEEK. WE UKUKYK 'PHIS INCREASE IN DE- LIVERED CREAM ANT) PRODUCE IS DUE TO TlIK EFFORTS OF THE PRODUCERS, KKAU/.ING THE NEED OF CONSERVING GASOLINE AND TIRES BY DELIVERING THEIR PRODUCE, AND' ALSO RENEFPT HY THE PREMIUM PAID OVER TRUCK CREAM PRICES. Flesherton Creamer & Produce Limited Phone 66 Angus Avis, Manager ALEGANDER R. MITCHELL Friends and relatives were shock- ed to learn of the sudden passing of u highly respected resident of Fev- ersham, Mr. Alexander Mitchell, who passed away in Colling-wood hospital on June 3Oth. Mr. Mitchell was assisting a neighbor to shingle a wood shed when he accidentally fell and re- ceived fatal injuries. Medical aid was summoned at once and he was rushed to Collingwood hospital by ambulance, where he passed away the following evening. Alexander Richard Mitchell wa.-- . i V.-3. :>. :. :l. illtch-:! -1 '..' attcrcied publis '.-!'.c.cl :ri 'io.'iate Institute. In iCU, ut : -i- '.t 19. he enlisted in the 157t! 'i'ttalion and served overseas in the 'rcat War until April 1919. He was united in marriage in 1921 to Evelyn Wiseman of Gibraltar. They took up residence in Collinj?wood anc later farmed in Osprpy ami Fever sham district, until five years ago when he retired, due to Tailing health. For the past two years he has been the Assessor of Ospre\ Township Mr. Mitchell was very devoted *o his home and family, and his friends and neighbors will over remembei him for his friendly manner ant! kindly acts and deeds. Besides his sorrowing wife, there are surviving two children: Gertrud* in training in Collingwood hospital and a son, Billy, 8 years of age. Ht is also survived by three sisters am two brothers: Katherine (Mrs. D Hood) Midland; Eva (Mrs. Jamej Sherrick) Weyfburn, Sask.; Gertrudi (Mrs. R. J. Armit) Weyburn, Sask. Harry Mitchell of Weyburn an< Ross of Elora. The funeral service was conducted by Rev. W. 0. Bristol, assisted by Rev. C. Mk-Nichol, at the home of Mr. Henbert Taylor. Rev. BriSto chose for his text "I will fear no evil," from the 23rd Psalm. This cho?on text was very appropriate, a* Mr Mitchell stated before, passing away "I huvt- no ?.--, I am ready.' He was a member of First Presby- terian Church, Oollingnroodi and in- terment was made in the Colling- wood Presbyterian cometpj'v. The ninny floral wreaths boro silent token of the high esteem in which Hie deceased was held, ami were curried by Jus. Fawcett, Bruei Mullin, Harold Freethy, Bruce Cam- eroni, Leslie Smith, Elmer Mullin. Jus. Hawton, Leslie Hawton, Capt Murray Hawton and Jack Stephen.- The pallbearers wore: Messrs. I) A. Mitchell, Arthur lirownridge liusil NefT, Harold .Johnson, Sher- man Taylor and Noil MacDonaUl. Friends attending from n distance were: Mrs. D. Hod and daughter Margaret, of Midland; Mr. and Mrs. Ross Mitchell, Elora; Mr. and Mrs. Slier-man Toylor ami son, Toronto Mrs. Margaret MitohoH and daugh- ter, Mrs. Rosa Kelly, Hamilton, and son, D. A. Mitchell, Burlington; Mr. and Mrs. Hnrold Johnson and Mr. Jack Johnson, Toronto. Ottawa is nw reported "worried" about, the farm mnnpowor situation The farmer was that wny a year ago. Prices Board puts control on Will thoy bp able to keep 'Tlul t.hnt .. aunt?' "No. Sh cnlnr wrninii'il :in>nnd "'I tv.'o more ,..,,, ,, an<! spiced with humorous stories. Mrs. T. Currie, local elocutionist, gave splendid numbers. The male quar- tette, composed of E. Heard, A. Rich ardson, E. Fowler and T. Weir, ac- companied by Mrs. Weir, were in splendid form and were jzrreatly en- joyed. At the close Rev. Cox thanked all those who had contributed to the success of the social evening. The proceeds amounted to approximately $100.00. We need more tanks, guns and planes buy more and more war sav- ings stamps then we will get those tanks, guns and planes. yy Mrs J. A. Lever, 2 donated by Mrs. Fred Brown, 1 quilt and top donated by Mrs. Cargoe, i top don- ated by Mrs. I. Smith. Miss Nicholson has completed her i)2nd ->air of boy's shorts for the Red Cross. Sewers and knitters are greatly needed for this worthy work. Captured Hun general suffers from delusions. Yes and all the uncaptur- ed one suffer from the same. War time has made some of the summer styles so sensible that they can't last long. Husband: "As I contemplate th wonders of nature, I realize how insignificant is man." Wife: "Any woman knows that without contemplating." How can we have unity ir. Canaow when under present conditions there i* so much to cause disunity? Unity is like contentment it strangles progress. Carload each of Oats and Screenings to arrive soon Leave your orders at once 0. & A. Co-operative I VOTE THE S' LISTS ACT [ONTARIO] r- a Notice of Sittings of S : Ising Officers of COUNTY OF GREY TAKE NOTICE that sittings of the Revising Officers for the purpose of hearing complaints or appeals with riigard to te Voters' Lists to be used at the election of a member of the Assembly pending for the Electoral Districts of North and Soutfr Grey will be held at the times and places set forth in the schedule hereinafter set out SCHEDULE MUNICIPALITY DATE AND HOUR OF SITTING DURHAM Mtomlay, July 12 at 10 a.m. NEUSTADT ' Tuesday, July 13 at 2 p.m. DERBY ' Wednes'y, July 14 at 10 ajn. COLLINGWOOD .... Thursday, July 16 at 10 a.m. MARKDALE Friday, July 16 a t 10 ajn. EUPHRASIA i Saturday, July 17 at 10 a.m. MEAFORD J Monday, July 19 at 10 a.m. ST. VINCENT Tuesday, July 20 at 10 a.m. FX}REMONT I VVednes'y, July 21 at 10 a.m. PLACE OF SITTING Town Kail, Durham Hammer's Hall, Neustadt . Township Hall, Kilsyth Township Hall, Ravenna Library Hall, Markdale township Hall, Rocklyn ... Council Chamber, Meaford IVwn Hall. Meaford, Township Hall, Holstcin .. :LERK OF THE REVISING OFFICER B. H. Willis, Durham S. M. Metzger, Neustadt vV. H. Hilts, Kilsyth Bruce Hamilton, Clarksburg Tiros. Tuck, Markdale E. Lanktree, R.R 4, Meaford G.'G. Albery, Meaford Walter H. Chappie, Meaford I. Nicholson, Holstein R.R. 4 Judge G. W. Morley, is the Revising Officer for all the Municipalities in this Schedule above mentioned"" HANOVER NORMANBY .. DUNDALK PROTON liKNTINCK .... ULKNELG FLESHERTON AKTEMESIA . OSPREY . Wednes'y, July 14 at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 16 at 10 a.m. F.riday, July 16 at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 17 at 10 a.m. Monday, July 19 at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 20 at 10 a.m. Wednes'y, July 21 at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 22 at 10 a.m. Friday, July 23 at 10 ajn. Council Chambers, Hanover i O. D. Brigham, Hanover Township Hall, Ayton Town Hall, Dundalk Town Hall, Dundalk Township Hall, Lamlash Town Hall, Durham Town Hall, Flesherton Township Hall, Flesherton fownshp Hull, Feversham H. J. Henderson, Neustadt Elva G. Robinson, Dundalk M. Irwin, Dundalk, R.R. 1 J. H. Chittick, R. 3 Hanover P. D. Greenwood, Markdale C. J. Bellamy, Flesherton Mex. Cameron, Eugenia C. N. Lone. Feversham John F. P . Hirnic. K.C., Crown Attorney, is the Revising Officer for all the Municipalities above men-tinned un to and including Hanover. ^HALLOW LAKE K KPPEL SARAWAK niORNBURY SULLIVAN SYDENHAM I'lIATSWORTH .. HOLLAND Wodnes'y, July 14 at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 16 at 2 p.m. Friday, July 16 at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 17 at 9 a,m. Monday, July Hi at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 20 nt 2 p.m. Wiidnes'y, July 24 at 2 p.m. Thursday, July 22 at 2 p.m. Coble's Hall, Shallow Lake Library Hall, Kemblc Drangc Hal, East Linton .... Town Hall, Thornbury Townshin Hall, Desboro Council Room. Bothwell C'rs Village Hall, Chatsworth Tw<p. Hall. Holland Centre K. E. Young, Shallow Lake Fred Carder. Wiarton D.R. W. J. Saunders, East Linton G. H. Boon*. Thornbury Matthew Sutcliffe, Desfooro . E. Boddy, Owen Sound Allan Findlay, Chatsworth V. Wales, Walter's Falls E. C. Sporemian, K.C., i tho Revising Officer for all the Munic-ipalitfes above mentioned UD to and including Shallow Lake. AND FURTHBR TAKE NOTICE that the list to be revised is Part 1 and III. of tho Voters' List preonwd for the several municipalities. And Further Take Notice that any voter who desires to complain that hie name or the name of any persons who are not entitled t6 be voters have -been entered thereon, may apply comnlafn or appeal to hve his nnrne or the name of any other person entered on, or removed from the list AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that the last day for mnkinp complaints, to the revising officer, shall be two clear days before the pnrticulnr date for the hearing set out in the schedule above AND FURTHKR TAKE NOTICE that saich appeal* must be by notice in writing in the prescribed form i'.rned by tke complainant in duplicate and given to the Clerk of the Revising Officer or left with him at his us stated above. ->. '", For further infomtion apply to W. P. Pwvey the Cle^k of th*> Election Board, Court House, Owen Sound JUDGE G. W. MORLEY, Chni rmnn of the Election Board of the County of Grey. ,| ;it the Court House, Owen Snuml, this 3rd day of July. U>4fl. NOTH 1 TO I'KOXY HOLDEKS FOR ACTIVE SERVICE VOTERS on who ha* been ji|.p(.in:ed n j.i-exy i- to app Iv to the Revising Officer nt the sittings mentioned a ih.- nth *nd south runn:< ,r the ( minty ,,f <v -to have the .- : ,me of the extra provincial active voter whom ho (or >lu') n-prosents to bo entered upon the Voters' List .