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TWENTY-THIRD VOL.
Whole Number 33002. 3"
CLINTON, ONT., FEBRUARY 10, 1888
f ROBERT HOLDSES, Pnblialser
1.1.50 a year in advance,
Farmers' Institutes.
A LETTER FROM TRE
PRESIDENT
To tAble he ners of the West
Riding of Huron..
GENTLEMEN,—A8 many of you are
aware, a Farmer's Institute for this
riding was organized at Goderich on
the 24th and 25th of last month.
Having been appointed president, I
deem it a part of my duty, to seek to
awaken an interest in this association,.
and I do not know of a better way
than to address you in this manner, to
ask you for your sympathy and support.
As these institutes have been only a
short time in operation throughout the
)'province,. I shall first say a few words
as to their object, -and I think I can do
this best by a comparison with existing
organizations.
We have,;,now amongst us as farmers,
three different societies or associations,
viz.: The Agricultural Society, the
Grange and the Farmers' Institute. I
have no desire and no intention of saying
anything against the two former,
as I look upon them as necessary and
as doing good work in their respective
spheres, and yet I hope to be able to
show that the Institute is quite as de-
serving of your support and encourage-
ment as either of the others. The work
of the agricultural society is accom-
plished entirely by the exhibition of the
finished product of the farmer's skill
and industry.
The exhibition of these products,
whether animal or vegetable, no doubt
acts as a powerful:stimulus upon others
to equal or excel them,but the weakness
of the exhibition, as an educator,
lies in the fact that it supplies no
information as to the means to be
employed in the production of the
exhibit, or as to the profit -or loss in its
production. This weakness the Institute
is intended to remedy and does remedy,
by providing the means of holding meet-
ingeiat which farmers can meet and give
and receive instruction upon those very
questions, which the exhibition raises
in intelligent minde,but cannot answer.
Thus the Institute instead of being an-
tagonistic to the agricultural society, is
the best friend and ally, Corning now
to the Grange, we find that it was in-
stituted chiefly as a means for the far-
mers to make their wants known and
their power felt. This I believe to be a
good object, for.I think that one of our
great difficulties as farmers ie, that we
are so isolated that we cannot readily
organize for the common welfare.
I say then the object of the Grange
was good, but it has, at least partially,
failed in accomplishing it for two reas-
ons, and thefirst of these reasons is,
because -it is a secret society. I am not
now discussing the question of the mor-
ality or otherwise of secret societies,
but I say that the fact of the Grange
being such a society, weakened its in-
fluence for good; iij the first place be-
oeuee: its benefits were thus chiefly con-
fined to members, and also becauae of
thei'prejudice which undoubtedly exists
in the public mind against secret so-
cieties.
The second reason I conceive to be
that the Grange lost sight to a great
extent of its primitive motive for exis-
tence and became a trading society ---a
proper enough object in its plane, but
it removed the Grange from the cate-
gory of farmer's societies. Now as in
the case of agricultural societies,so with
the grange, the farmers institute comes
in to supply its defects. The discus-
sions are free to all, every one, whether
a member or not, may attend and take
a part. No matter what an individual's
calling, whether farmer, mechanic or
manufacturer, whether merchant, doc-
tor or lawyer, all aro welcome, all are
invited, and if anyone should think the
annual membership fee-25cte— too
mach,he can come even without that ex-
pense,only upon one condition,that the
diecnssiori must be upon some agricul-
tural subject.
Having said so much by way of com-
parison with existing societies, I shall
now say a few words as to the Institute
itself. Its constitution is very simple
and inexpensive. It isas follows:—
"The government grant to Farmer's
Institute of $25 per annum is payable
subject to the following conclitione and
regulations. let, That one Institute
may be organized in each electoral dis-
trict of the province, exclusive of cities.
2nd, That each Institute shall be com-
posed of not less than fifty members,
who shall each pay a fee of not less than
twenty cents annually. 3rd, That there
shall be an Executive or I3oard of
Management, consisting of a President,
Vice-president, a Secretary and Treas-
urer, and five or more directors, and a
majority of the board shall be practical
farmers. 4th, That the Institute shall
hold at least two meetings each year,in
different parte of the electoral district,
for the discussion of agricultural sub.
jecte. 5th, That a stun not less than the
government grant shall be voted to each
Institute, by the council of the county
the which the electoral district is
situated. The number of meetings
of an institute may be as many as
the officers and members see fit to hold
during the year ; but in order to secure
the grant, there shall be held at least
two meetings for the discussion of agri-
cultural subjects."
I think the primary object which the
government had in view in calling these
institutes into being, was perhaps to
utilize and popularize the talents and
abilities of the different professors in
the Agricultural College at Guelph, as
they are expested to deliver addresses
at the different meetings held during
the winter vacation, and it is a great
advantage to the farmers that the
knowledge, theoretical and practioal,
which these gentlemen possess, should
be placed so freely at their service and
fpr their benefit.
But the institutes can hold meetings
even though none of the professors are
present, or they can invite other gentle-
men who are known to possess the re-
quisite information or abilities in place
of the professors, So much then for
the constitution' and object of these in-
etitutes. A word now in closing to
yourstelses personally,
The government has been pleased to
place at our disposal, a powerful engine
for improving onr condition and making
our voice heard, and if we refuse or
neglect to take advantage of it, we will
bo very much to blame, and will show
ourselves as unworthy of the privileges
WO possess.
These organizations hove nn official
standing, being o`ganized by authority
of the government, therefore nny reso•
lution or petition coming from them,
will be certain to attract its attention.
So any grievance- we may feel or- any
legislation we might desire, could- be
quickly brought to the notice of the
_proper parties.
But my chief object in writing this,
is to urge you to come to the meetings
and take part either as essayists or to
criticise or discuss the various theories
advanced, or even as listeners. Come
at any rate.
As the riding is so large it would not
be fair to hold the n;ieetings always in
the same place, but they will be distri-
buted over the riding so as to bring
them within the reaoh of all. I think
myself that we might have two meet-
ings yet, before the end of the year, which
close June 30th next,one in the early part
of March and one inJune Each meeting
occupies two days, and the evening
meeting generally takes the form of an
entertainment, consietingrof speeches,
readings,'music or recitations, an we
would expect the people of the locality
where the meeting is held to take this
part of the work.
In conclusion I would seek toimprees
upon!you as strongly 'as possible that it is
your duty to be present. 'Few of you
will regret doing so. Come then pre-
pared to take an active part in making
our Institute as successful as those in
the other ridings,- and you will not be
diaappointed. I remain your obedient
servant,
Joint KEBNIoaLN,
Pres. West Huron Farmer's Institute.
Benmiller, Feb 6, 1888.
Leeburn.
• CHANGEABLE —The weather has
been so changeable lately that most
every one you meet is complaining of
a sore throat and severe cold,
DELEGATES—Messrs S.B. Williams
and G. H. Clutton were appointed
as delegates to attend the district
meeting held at Brussels on the 8th.
SERVICE CHANGED.—On account
of some of the ministers who are now
coming on trial as assistant to Dr.
Ure, not staying more than one Sab-
bath, it was thought best to change
the time of church service here till
afternoon. This will enable the min-
ister to give a hearing here as well as
in town, Next Sunday the service
will be at 3 o'clock p. m., Sunday
School at 2 p. m. Rev Mr Hannah
is expected.
ASSESSMENT.—Quite a large meet-
ing of the ratepayers of the Western
division of the Township ot Colborne
was held in the Temperance hall here
on Thursday', the 2nd inst., and a
petition drawn up and signed by
a large number, praying the douncil
to equalize the assessment of this part
of the towpehip;with the eastern part
of the township, and a committee of
five appointed to wait on the council
at its next meeting for that purpose.
BRIEFS.—Mr O. Potter, blacksmith
of Holmesville, was the guest of Jos.
Cook, on Sunday last. There is to
be a meeting of the ratepayers of the
new school section on Tuesday night
of this week in the temperance ball,
to locate a site for the new school
house and other important business.
Fishing on She ice has commenced
rather earlier this year than usual; a
number of perch have been caught,
but very few herrings. Some of our
young people have been out on the
lake skating, and they say it is splen•
did.
INSTALLATION.—On Friday even-
ing last the following officers of the
Leeburn I. O. G. T., were instalted
by the, lodge deputy : P. Stuart, C.T.;
Miss M. McMannus, V. T.; Jno Mc-
Callieter, Sec.; Jno Horton, Treas. ;
G. Fulford, O. G,; W. McManus,
Chap.; G. H. Clutton, Mar.; Mattie
McMannus, L. H. S.; Mary Clutton,
R. H S. The members will give
another open meeting on Friday
evening. A good programme is ex-
pected. As some have objections to
joining secret societies, a simple
pledge has been drawn out which will
be handed around during a short in-
termission, to bo signed either for life
or for any stated period. All are
cordially invited.
BAND Or HOPE.—A Band of Elope
met on Saturday afternoon as usual.
There was a good attendance; there-
being
herebeing 18 present besides the President
and three teachers. After the usual
opening exercise the following officers
were elected. Miss Clutton, Pres. ;
Miss E. Linfield, Vice -Pres.; Master
H. Horton, Secy. ; Miss M. Weise,
Assistant -Sec.; Master Willie Link -
later, Trees ; Miss M. Cook, Fine
Sec,; Horace Horton, Marshall ; Miss
TAI. Fulford, Assistant Marshall. The
members numbered 27, which is, we
think, not bad for a mall country
place, and considering the roads and
weather. Will be parents please re-
member to send their children puce•
tually at half past three Saturday af-
ternoon.
Belgrave.
BRIEFS.—Mr Dan Hope, of Ayr,
spent a few days with his uncle,
Thos Anderson, Esq., of Morris. D,
Taylor, of Carrick tp., near Mildmay,
was visiting his cousin, A, Taylor last
week. Miss M. Maxwell, of Morris,
who has been away from home for a
number of years, was renewing old
acquaintances on Monday in Bel -
grave. Mies Miller, of Kinlose, and
Miss Sharp, of Whitechurch, are
visiting this week at D. Micklejohn's,
in Morris. Geo Steen, of East Wa-
wanosh, had a wood bee on Tuesday
of last week, and gave the boys a
good dance at night; they enjoyed
themselves as there was a large num-
ber of the fair sex present. he C.
O. Foresters purpose erect* g a com-
modious new hall this eummer which
is greatly required in our village
they are an enterprising or,ierand we
trust many more of our young mon
will become members this year. The
Belgrave cheese and butter company
have let the contract for drawing the
milk on the different routes for the
coming season. There has been con-
siderable law and raschlity conducted
in this neighborhood this month, and
a certain J. P. made himself rather'
too officious in our opinion.
Dungannon.
BRltijps.-111r b1- Young visited.
teeswater this week. The Misses
Stephens returned to Harrison on.
Monday; after a pleasant visit to
friends here. Mr R. Wilson, of
Grand Forks, Pak., is amongst us
again looking hale and hearty, and
eeems to like Dakota,only for its cold
winters. Miss Loo Treleaven and
Miss Lindsay, of Lucknew, are vis-
iting friends here. The many friends
of Miss Martha Pentland will be
sorry to hear that she has givep up
the millinery department and intends
leaving our village. Mrs Johnston,
of Michigan, who was,,one time a re-
sident of our village, returned on a
visit to friends here; her brother,
Mr T. Strotbers is lying at the point
of death. We understand Mr S.
Roach intends opening out business
as baker, in Teeswater ; Sam will be
greatly missed. Mies Francis Mc-
Lean, of Goderich, hat}., been visiting
friends here. An entertainment will
be given by the Band of Hope soon ;
we hope it will be well patronized.
The esteemed superintendent of• the
Methodist Church Sahbath School
here, has obtained photographs of
himself and presented one (cabinet
size), to each member of the school ;
Mr McLean is one of those Christians
whose religion reaches hie pocket as
well as his heart. We are very sorry
this week to have to mention the ill-
ness of Mr Willis, er., who is hardly
expected to recover, but we hope, un-
der the blessing of God, to see him
restored again. The quarterly ser-
vice will be held next Sabbath in the
Methodist church here.
Mullett.
Mies Fleming, of St Marys, is the
guest of Mrs J. F. Reynolds.
Mrs D. Reynolds, of Bay City, is
visiting friends in Hullett.
Mies Crunican, who has been in
Hullett for some time, has returned
to her home in Biddulph.
Mr Patrick Quigley has returned
from the south and looks well. Dame
rumor says he had every intention of
becoming a benedict—paint the coun-
try red, Pat.
All matters of differences between
the trustees of S. S. S. No 2, Hullett,
are settled and the ex -teacher had to
return home, much to the sorrow of
her supporters and friends.
Mr D. Reynolds, sr., last week re-
ceived the sad news of the death of his
nephew, Dominic Reynolds, of De-
troit; being No 99 of Police Force of
that city and well-known in this place.
One evening .east week the friends
and neighbors were invited to epend
the evening at Mr Brennan's, and all
seemed to enjoy themselves, and
heartily thanked Mr and Mrs Bren-
nan for their kind hospitality.
TEAOHING,—Miss Ella Keefe, of
Seafortb, is teaching in the Separate
School; Hullett, and is said to be do-
ing excellent work ; all are unani-
mous in their praise of Miss Keefe's
ability as a teacher.
UNRULY.—At the funeral of Mr.
Snell's child, on Wednesday last, Mr
McIntosh's horse became uumanage-
able, and undoubtedly the result
would have proved serious, if it were
not for- Jas Reynolds and J. E.
Blackall, who kindly lent their as
sistance.
We shall be pleased to hear from
this correspondent at any time.]
BETTER.—We are pleased to learn
that the two children of Mr James
Snell, of the 7th con., who have been
so dangerously ill, area little better,
and hopes aro entertained that they
will pull through.
GOOD SALE.—One of the best, as
well as one of the most largely at-
tended sales in the township, was
that of Mr John McOlaharty, of the
13th con., on Friday last. There
must have been one thousand people
present, and biddiug was of the most
spirited kind, prices, especially for
implements, running . up high. A
pair of driving horses sold at $355 ; a
four-year old filly at ,$168; patent
axle waggon $70, and other articles
in the same proportion. One man
bought about $600 worth, and the
total proceeds of the sale amounted to
over $1700, Mr C. Hamilton was the
auctioneer on the occasion.
Bruoefleld.
BRIEFS --The lecture delivered by
Rev A. D. McDonald here on Friday
evening, was both interesting and in-
structive, and was listened to by a
very fair audience. Mr D McIntosh,
V. S., who has been laid up for some
time is now sufficiently recovered to
leave the house. Mr Wm Carmichael,
V. S,, of Seaforth, has attended to
Mr Mclntosh's practice during his
illness. The many friends of Mrs Geo
Hill will be pleased to learn that she
is now improving after a severe ill-
ness. Mr John l3roadfoot, er., father
of Jae Broadfoot, of the Mill road, is
seriously, ill and very little hope ot
his recovery is entertained.
Londesboro.
BRines.—Young men work cheap
around here—for their board, when
it is where their best girl lives. Fox
hunting is the order of the day around
here now, People wanting first-class
bargains should attend J. Brunsdon's
auction ealo, on the 15th inst. Seve-
ral parties are putting away ice, get-
ting it from under the river bridge,
where there is splendid ice about two
feet solid, Mr R. Wallace has ob-
tained a situation at Whitemouth,
Man., as heed sawyer in a large mill
there, at about $90 a month ; he goes
next month. The first fresh fish of
the season arrived here on Tuesday,
and ttica whole load was bought by
George Newton, On Tuesday even-
ing some young people assembled at
the house of Thos. Colo, and spent a
pleasant evening, and all pronounced
Tom aolly good fellow. Rey. D.
Rogers being away on Sunday next,
his pulpit hero will be supplied in
the evening by Mr James Young,of
Clinton, who will also take the Kin -
burn appointment.
rri
Tuckersmi.th.
FOOTBALL.—The pupils of , S. S.
No 9, taught by Mr Horton, played a
game of timbal! with the pupils of S.
S. No 10, taught by Mr Doig. The
boys of No 10 came off victorious.
STILL THEY Go.—It seems that
there will be marriage and giving in
marriage until the end of time. This
week we have tq record another of
those pleasant events in the marriage
of Mr Jas McTaggart, if Chiselburst,
to a very estimable young lady of
Zurich. May peace; happiness and
prosperisy be theirs in their journey
through 'Ibis vale of tears, end may
the goddess of fate'silewer her bless-
ings round their happy heads and
may their children arise and call them
blessed.
COIINCIL.—Council met on the 3rd
inst ; all the members present except
the reeve, who was too ill to attend ;
deputy -reeve in the chair. A motion
was par-,, :appointing John Young as-
sessor for 1888, at a salary of $85. The
auditors handed in a partial report,
which was accepted and held over for
further consideration. The clerk was
instructed to draft a by-law defining
the duties and responsibilities of the
treasurer, and present it at next meet-
ing for adoption. The following sums
were voted in charity : Mrs Slaughter,
$10 ; Mrs Calaghan, $10 ; Mrs Comber,
$10, and that Mrs Hart be paid the
sum of $16 for keep of baby for Decem-
ber and January. $1 was remitted
Jacob Smith, error in dog tax. Council
adjourned to meet on February 7th, at
Brucofield.
FEDRIIAnv 7.—Council met to -day,
pursuant to adjournment ; all the mom-
bers present. Health officers were ap-
pointed as follows : Wm. O'Neil, Robt.
Elgie, Simon Hunter, together with the
reeve and clerk; Dr Clark, health offic-
er. The sum of $10 was ordered to be
paid to John Young, for services ren-
dered as township clerk pro tem. The
collector was ordered td have all taxes
collected on or before the 20th inst. A
by-law was passed, defining the duties
and responsibilities of the treasurer.
The clerk was instructed to direct the
auditors to close all open accounts of
the late treasurer, and present an ab-
stract statement, showing the income
and expenditure under the usual heads.
The sum of $10 was voted by way of
assistance to William Gilmour, who,
through sickness, has been unable to
provide for his family, the money to be
expended by the reeve. The council
then adjourned to meet at the call of
the reeve. •
REGISTRATION OF VITAL STATIS•
Ticar.—There have been fourteen mar-
riages celebrated during the half year
ending with . December. Entries of
births, 19 ; deaths, 12, of the, ' three
died of old age, at 82, 91 and 92 years,
two died of heart disease, one each of
pneumonia, paralysis, spinal disease,
diarrohea and consumption. The small
number of the entries .seems to point
to a neglect of proper attention to the
Imperative commands of the law, only
accurate returns are valuable, all
others are worthless. The registrar
of Tuekersmith is determined to
spare no pains to secure complete re-
turns,even though prosecution should
be necessary. Registration blanks
may be had at the registrar's office,
and at all post offices, and they go
free of postage when not sealed. The
registrar asks all good citizens to as-
sist him in securing accurate vital
statistics for this division. SA ML
SMI1.LIE, Clerk and Registrar.
•
Bayfield..
Nori s.—Bayfield still lives', moves
and has a being among the munici-
palities. The local papers are going
for as with the big flail; we are the
only anti -Scott Act town in Huron,
and that seems to be the reason of
our present popularity, Mr Thom-
son is busy re -building his saw mill,
lately destroyed by fire ; we mise it
badly ; the frame is up and the ma-
chinery will soon be in place, Mr
Tippet has purchased a house and lot
in town, intending to move in town.
John Rowel has purchased a house
and two lots from his brother William.
Our public school is flourishing; two
new teachers this year, who seem, so
far,to do well; the boys have a good
time at foot ball on our beautiful
square, every day during recess. Bro-
ther Hill had a packed church on
Sunday evening, and he gave an ex-
cellent sermon on 'Christ must reign.'
Our town is very healthy at present,
although many of the oldest inhabi-
tants show signs of departure. Thos.
Elliott goes to Toronto this week, for
medical advice; his son, Dr Elliott,
of Lucknow, goes with him. Mr and
Mrs Connor aucl 1Irs Ilates are still
poorly; Mre Westlake is better; the
hope they will soon all be in their
usual health.
Marnoch.
BRIEFS.—Mr McKenzie, of Wing -
ham, ;!has his machine for pressing
at work in the vicinity. The mem-
bers of Calvin church have decided
to erect a large building 50 feet by
100 feet, for the accommodation of all
attending that church. A consider-
able amount of cord wood is being
hauled to Belgrave station. On Fri-
day evening last a party of young
people from Wingham spent an ex-
ceedingly enjoyable time at Mr J.
Bonds.
MARRIAGE. --A very happy event
was witnessed at the residence of Mr
David Robertson, 12th con., on the
evening of Wednesday, Feb 1st, when
Mary, his eldest daughter was united
in the bonds of matrimony to Mr
Adam McBurney, of the 10th con.—
Rev Mr Anderson performed the
ceremony, after which .about ninety
guests partook of a repast, prepared
for the occasion. This over, and the
usual jovial intermission past, all
prepared themselves to join in the
"mazy whirl," which was continued
until early in the morning, when all
departed, wishing the newly wedded
persons nil the happiness and com-
forts of a married life, which is to be
sent on Mr i tellurnt'y's farm in
'1 urnberry.
Goderich Township.
OYSTERSUPPELt.—A large number
of youug folks spent a very pleasant
time last Friday eveniug, at an oyster
supper at Mr Jas Patton's, 7th con.
PARTY.—Avery pleasant time was
spent on Friday evening last, at the
residence of Mr W. H. Jervis, Gode-
rich township. Readings, recitations,
music, and other amusements were
indulged in.
BRiErs.—Mr Jas Gorrell and sis-
ter, of Harrison, and Mrs Moore, of
Mitchell, are visiting Mr Wm Yoe.
One day recently Mrs Wm Yoe,of the
Bayfield line, opened a needle cush-
ion and took therefrom 197 needles.
PRESENTATION. — A number of
friends of the Bethany appointment,
met at the parsonage, Bayfield, on
Tuesday evening, and presented Mr
Forrest with a good load of oats, and
several other things,after which there
was a very pleasant evening spent.
STOCK PURCHASED.—Mr, W. H.
Lobb,.near Holmesville, has just pur
ceased a splendid young thorough-
bred bull, from the well-known stock
breeder, J. P. Harris, of the township
of Fullerton. That it is a good ani-
mal is assured by the name of its
raiser.
A MODERN ILLUSTRATION.— We
were under the impression that the
story of the man and his jackass, was
only a fable, but as near as we could
bedge from a distance, the young
utcher of the 6th was doing his best
to enact the part of one • of the char-
arters mentioned in the tale, on
Saturday last on Sturdy's side line,
7th con. Perhaps if a certain party
had been there to say in their thril-
ling tones so dear to the days of
childhood, coo m up to me fut ye
chile ye. matters would have pro-
gressed more rationally.
Exeter.
BRIEFS,—Mason & Morgan's Uncle
Tom's Cabin troupe played to a elim
audience in Drew's opera house, on
Saturday evening last. The Inde-
pendent Order of Foresters intend
holding a concert in Drew's Hall, on
the evening of the 17th inst. Our
markets have been very brisk the
past week. The weather' has been
quite mild of late. A large number
of houses are being placarded with
measles. Mr Thomas H. Tyndall,
who has been cutter for a number of
yearsfor the Old Established Hpuse,
in this place, leaves with his family,
in a few days, to take up his abode in
New York city. Messrs White &
Snell, of this place, are busy purchas-
ing horses. Large quantities of salt
are being drawn by the farmers in
this vicinity, from our salt works, to
fertilize their land. The Trivett
Memorial Church Guild intend giv-
ing a concert in Drew's Hall, on the
10th inst,, in aid of the organ fend
of the new church, which is being
erected in this place. The Oddfel-
lows of this place have made arrange-
ments with the Beethoven Quartette
Club, of Toronto, to give one of their
popular concerts, in Drew's Opera
house, on the evening of. the 13th inst.
Blyth.
ANNIVERSARY—On Sunday next
the anniversary services in connec-
tion with the Presbyterian church,
will be held. The Rev A. L. Murray,
of Kincardine, will preach. On the
Monday following a tea -meeting for
the benefit of the Sunday School will
be held. Several clergymen are ex-
pected to be present to deliver ad-
dresses.
TEMPERANCE.—At the last regular
meeting of the I. O. G. T., the fol-
lowing officers were installed for the
ensuing term :—C T, Geo B. Phillips;
V T, Lizzie Grey; F, S Wm Pollock;
Sec, K. 1Vitts; Treas, M. McTavish;
M, W. W. Sloan ; I G., Jessie McGee;
Sentinel, Jand King; Chap,•II, Mc-
Quarrie; S J T., F. Metcalf; P 0 T.,
Jno S. McKinnon.
BRIEFS.—Mr Jno McKinnon and
Mr F. Metcalf, attended a meeting
of the District Lodge of I. O. G. T.,
in Brussels, on Wednesday last.—•
Uncle Tom's Cabin wi:l be played in
the Temperance Hall on Friday event-
ing
ven-ing next. We are pleased to hear
that Mrs I)r, Sloan is recovering from
her recent injury. Insurance agents
have been quite numerous around
town of late. Mr Wm Campbell is
in Toronto this week. Messrs Tan -
her and -Shane took part in a concert
held in Listowel last week ; no doubt
our boys led the van as usual. Mr
Jas 13. Tierney and his brother, Ar-
thur, of Brantford, have bought the
Beamish farm) on the boundary line
between East Wawanosh and Hullett,
from Mrs John Thompson, for $4500,
and have moved on it. Mrs C. E.
Tanner is visiting friends in Sarnia.
Miss May Rogerson, daughter of Mr
Isaac Rogerson, is confined 10 the
house. Rev D. M. Ramsay, of Lon-
desboro, occupied the pulpit in the
Presbyterian church last Sabbath.—
Miss Annie Shane is visiting friends
in Clinton.
East Wawanosh.
LITERARY.—At the monthly elec-
tion of officers in connection with toe
Literary in S. S. No 13, last meeting,
the following officers were elected :—
Pres, Robt Henry; Vice -Pres, Rich
Wightman; Sec, Thos Henry; Asst -
Sec, M H Harrison; Trees, L A Hat -
riven; door -keeper, B. Coultes; Com.,
Andrew Ferguson, D. Anderson, R.
Anderson; R. McGowan, Chas Wight -
man. For next meetinga bat debate
will take place.
BRIEFS,—Mrs Jas. and Robt Short -
real, of Morris, were visiting at D.
Scott's last week. Weekly prayer
meetings continue to be held at Mrs
Henry ‘Vriiehtman on Thursday
evenings. Miss Libbie Scott has re-
turned from visiting friends in Mor-
ris. There was a surprise party at
Mr Chas Wrightman last week • those
present report a good time, including
an upset. A basket Social is,to be held
at Il, 11. Taylor's on Thursday even-,
iug next. Proceeds to go towards ! has rented bis farm consisting of 100
purchasing furniture for the parson-
age at Auburn.
Porter's Hill.
OYSTER SUPPER,—On Friday even-
ing last a pleasant little affair took
place at the residence of our amiable
friend, D. W. Roberts. During the
afternoon the young ladies of the
neighborhood had been participating
in a matting bee, and in the evening,
for a change, they, with some of our
local gentry, participated in a hearty
oyster supper. Music and games took
un their attention the remainder of the
evening.
NOTES—Mr Irwin, our late teacher,
is again visiting frieuds around here ;
rumor says that there is more than
an ordinary attraction here for him,
but such reports are not to be relied
upon. Miss Annie Ellerd,,of Gode-
rich, was visiting friends here last
week, prior to her departure for Iowa.
Our juvenile friends, the boys and
girls of our school, are leaving grand
times coasting here just now; at times,
when the sleigh suddenly stops, they
will go the remainder of their jour-
ney without it, gracefully turning
two or three somersets before reach-
ing their destination. Mrs W. Cox
and children had a narrow escape
from poisoning, but we are glad to
hear they are recovering ; it is sup-
posed some poisonous -matter got
mixed in the flour. One of the best
young men of our burg went east one
evening last week, to a neighbor's, to
borrow a newspaper, but the charms
of a fair one drove all such thoughts
out of his head, and he returned with-
out the paper. We understand there
is to be a parlor social in connection
with the Bethel.churoh, some time
soon, John Roberts, brother of our
esteemed blacksmith, showed his smil-
ing visage around here last week. Mr
and Mrs Woodman, of Londesboro,
were visiting their daughter, Mrs D.
W. Roberts, last week. On account
of the quarterly meeting at Cole's
church, last Sunday, there was no ser-
vice held in Bethel church.
Seaforth.
BRIEFS.—The branch of the Young
Men's Christian Association here was
represented at the annual convention
held in Toronto last week by Messrs
W. Logan and J. Robb. The town
band played a number of tunes on
Main street. last Saturday evening.
Mr A. E. Hubbard, elocutionist, as-
sisted by some local talent, gave an
entertaiment in the town hall, on
Monday evening` last, to a fair audi-
ence,
ROWDYISM.—Three young men ap-
parently under the influence of liquor,
while driving at a furious rate last
Sunday evening, along the Huron
road,in the direction of Clinton,seem-
ed to amuse themselves greatly by
shouting out and striking at passers
by with their fists. It wee about the
time people were going to church,and
not a few received blows, among
whom was Mr John Beattie, who re-
ceived one sufficient to knock him
down. If it can be ascertained who
the fellows were they will be severely
punished for their bad conduct.
ACCIDENT.—Leet Saturday after-
noon as Miss H. Kidd was driving
down Main street, her horse became
frightened and started at no slow
speed, giving the occupant of the
cutter a lively ride. As the .,horse
turned the coroer at Pickard's store
an elderly lady being on the crossing
was knocked down, but we have not
learned of her being seriously hurt.
The horse ran on until rounding a
block and coming on Main street
again at Weir's hotel corner, when
Miss Kidd was thrown from the cutter
and also escaped serious injury, after
which the horse was soon brought to
a stand still. Altogether not much
damage was done.
ANNIVER$ARY.—Anniversary ser-
vices were held in the Egmondville
Presbyterian church on Sunday last,,
and were conducted by Rev Dr Battis-
by, of Chatham, -much to the delight
and appreciation of all who had 'the
pleasure of listening to the reverend
gentleman. On Monday the annual
tea meeting was hold. Tea was served
in the basement by the ladies of the,
congregation and was all that could
be desired, After tea all repaired to
the auditory where were seated upon
the platform, with the pastor of the
church, Rev J McCoy, Rev Messrs
Dr Battisby, Martin, of Exeter; Simp-
son, of Brucefield ; Musgrave, of Mc-
Killop ; Howell and McDonald, of
Seaforth. The addresses of the occa-
sion were given by Dr Battisby, Reye
Martin and Musgrave, the other
ministers present making only a few
remarks.Altogether the anniversary
was a grandsuccess.
FORESTERS.—Last Thursday even-
ing the court room of Court " Flower
of the Forest" Canadian order of
Foresters was the scene of a very
pleasant meeting. The members of
the Court with their friends, number-
ing considerable over a hundred, met
together to enjoy a social time. A
programme had been prepared and
was participated in by Messrs James
Scott, John Scott, W D Bright, Jas
Thompson Miss Ewing., Mrs James
Beattie, Mre W D Bright and the
Misste Thompson (musical.) The
literary part was well sustained by W
G Duff, M Pillman, A Hale, Mr Stev-
enson, A E Hubbard, Mr McQueen
and Miss Kyle. During the evening
lunch was served. Mayor Beattie pre-
sided over the meeting. About fifteen
members of Constance Court was pre-
sent,nmong whom was Reeve Britton,
who gave a Scotch song in real "quid"
style. Altogether a very happy time
was spent and all who were present
hope that it will not bo long beforo
they will have the pleasure of enjoy-
ing another such treat.
Sunshine.
PERSONA Mrs Newcome re-
turned from Newark, ,N, J., last week
where she has been visiting her
daughter.
FARMS RENTED. —Mr A. Proc or
acres, to Mr Bilby, "dt the rate of
$250 per annum. Mr A. Stewart,the
proprieter of the Queen's hotel, Bel -
grave, has rented the farm belonging
to Mr A L,kinson, wko has gone to
Dakota. Mr Atkinson's family also
intend goiug about the first of April.
ENTERTAINMENT,—A very inter-
esting and amusing entertainment
was given in the church here on
Tuesday evening by R. A. Ball, a
colored gentleman from St Catharines.
The programme consisted of stereop-
ticon views of scenes connected with
Uncle Tom's Cabin, which were in-
terspersed with explanations and slave
solos. The attendance was email on
account of the stormy night.
Holmesville.
Mrs Baker and daughter, of Mit-
chell, are visiting friends here.
PHENOMENA—On Tuesday evening
last a gust of mind passing lover the
fields adjacent to the village, rolled
the snow into balls, is many cases
nearly as large as washtubs. These
may now be seen thickly scattered
over many of the fields.
SERVICE.—Last Sabbath quarterly
meeting services were held in the
Methodist church here. A rich spir-
itual
•.
repast was experienced by all
who participated. In the evening a
series of discourses. for Sabbath even-
ings only, was begun, taken from
the prophet Jonah.
CONCERT—A concert, under the
auspices of St Stephen's church near
Goderich, was held in Knox hall, on
Tuesday evening. Owing to the un-
propitious state of the weather, the
attendance was not as large as could --
be desired. The lengthy programme
was effectively rendered.. The per-
formers were attired in costumes de-
signed to commemorate "Ye Olden
Times." Had some of the readings
been of a higher order, the entertain-
ment would have been A 1.
hlarlock.
SICKNESS.—Mr Alex. Robinson is
very sick with inflammation of the
lungs.
MOVING.—Mrs John Reid intends
moving to Clinton to reside for a few
years. The hub attracts everybody.
SINGING CLASS,—Mr A. Lawrence,
music teacher, has organized a sing-
ing class in this place. He gave a
concert last Friday evening, assisted
by musical talent from Blyth. The
singing was acknowledged by all to
be good. Mr Lawrence holds classes
in Blyth and Londesboro, and is
generally spoken of as being.a first-
class teacher.
Manchester.
TEMPLARS.—The Good Tempters
of our village are in a flourishing
condition, and have a spacious hall
that would do credit to a much larger
place. Our meetings have been well
attended lately and we have found it
necessary to make improvements to
the building. Last Friday evening
we had an open meeting when agood,
programme was rendered. The half
was filled to the door. A small
charge of five and ten cents was made
at the door which added about fifteen
dollars to the treasury.
Goderich.
Dr Shaw, of Toronto, will lecture
in Victoria St church, on Friday
evening, at 8sharp. Subject,Amuse-
ments. The church should be full to
hear this popular lecture.
WEDDING Boom.— The boom is
over—we mean in weddings—with
OLIO exception there has not- been a
wedding in town for weeks. We have
always thought that cold weather was
promotive of these things, but we
hereby and now publicly acknowledge
we were mistaken.
We cannot say enough in praise of
the three sisters (Pigott family)) who
gave their splendid entertainment in
town, on Tuesday evening. Lila is a
gem reciter and a marvellous singer
and mimic for oneso young, If apy
church in the neighborhood or any
society can secure these prodigies by
all means do so, they will pay well
especially where they have been be-
.fere."4 •
ENTERTAINMEYTS have come very
often of late and are still coming,—
For the first two nights of this week
we have had the following :—Salva-
tion Army Anniversary, Pigott Sis-
ters'. Concert, -Uncle Tom's Cabin,
Lecture by Father McKeon and con-
cert by Misa Jennie Cooke, and there
are many good things to cone during
the remainder'of the week.
BRIEFS,—The medals won by Capt
Wm Babb and the life -boat crew are
being exhibited in the window of Mr
W; Welsh, Jeweller. There are lots
of herrings caught just otuside the
harbor, but scarcely ever is a herring
seen in town for sale. The magic
lantern entertainment held in the
mission school last Friday was very
well attended. We were very sorry.
to hear last Friday of the death of
Geo Carroll, of this town, whose un-
expected death took place at Los An-
gelos, Cal., where he had gone for the
benefit of his., health. A lecture by
the Rev F. E. Nugent, of Lucknow,
and a concert will be givenunder the
auspices of the Prohibition League in
the Temperance hall next Monday
evening.
GODERICH AHEAD.— The 'tilatcli
for the Royal Caledonian Medal be-
tween the Goderich and Brantford
curling clubs took place at Stratford,
on.Tuesdny, the 7th inst. Goderich
came to the front with eleven points
to spare, The tollowing is the score: .
Goderich, rink Brantford, rink
• .No..h. No, is
J Yule .1' II Scott
W C Strachan Jas Duncan
M Hutchison J C Steele
C A Humber,skip 21 • D Jolly,ekin 18
Rink No. 2.
Rink No. 2.
Capt. McGregor Thos. +vans
E Martin 0 W Brown
W F Welsh J A .1#rown
Capt Dancey,sk i p '' i J1!rriwn,skipi5
41",Total for Goderich, ", for'llrantfordf
81 •,