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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1909-12-16, Page 1VOL. 38 NO. 24 BRUSSELS, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16. igog IV. H. KERR, Proprietor ise New Advertisements Xmas Gifts—J. R. Wendt.For Sale-Hush R. Elliott. Auction Sale—R H. Qarniss. Star Grocery—W, 1’. Spence. Straw wanted—G. A, Dendman, Reduction on Gutters—Ewan i&Oo. noth Century clothing—IS. 0. Dunford. Christinas Presents—J. G. Jones. Xmas at Strachan’s—Alex. Strachan. Only 1 days till Xmas—P. R. Smith. 'fags and Seals—Jas. Fox.Notice to Creditors—W. M. Sinclair. U'enoher wanted—Chas. Case, Farm for Sale—Alex. Nichol, New Soring Shirts—E. 0. Dunford. Xmas 1009—W". A, Grower. Satchel found—This Pos®,Cow for Sale—John Broadfoot. Dressmaking—Mrs, A, G. MacDonald. Mrs. Oloakey has relatives in Hullett township. Mr, Oloakey took up his 100 acres from the Crown about 50 years ago and has with his now de­ ceased partner spent many years there, The bereaved are deeply sym­ pathised with. Duff’s Church, Walton Rev. R. A. Lundy, B. A., becomes Pastor. Interesting Occasion. To be WE have planned and bought months ahead in order to have the very best and newest goods to offer you for Christmas trade and our regular prices would be considered very reasonable. It is not usual to slash prices in December when stocks are at their very best, but circum­ stances are different and Carmunnock Mrs. Alex. Campbell, who has been visiting her daughter, in Oranbrook for the past two weeks, has returned home. Several of the young people in this vicinity attended the dance at the home of Win. and Mrs. McKay, MonCrieff, Thursday evening of last week and report having spent a very pleasant evening. A concert will be held in Haney’s school house on Monday evening, Dec. 20th. Walter Hord, comic singer ; Mr. Gibson, violinist and others from Mitchell will be present and assist with the program. Several dialogues, drills, recitations, etc., will be given by the children and young people of the section. A small admission fee will be charged. Do not miss ft as it will certainly excel all previous en­ tertainments held at Carmunnock. 20 to 35 per cent. Remember these Goods were bought for Fall and Winter of 1909 & 1910. Nothing Ancient to offer you. There Is nothing Sensational or in this Advertisement - Only Plain Facts "TT7"E figure it out this way—better to sell our goods than hold VV them, even we do lose money just now, for we expect to be . here for years to come. This business has grown nicely and with New Goods at Lowest Prices and Fair Treatment to Everyone we hope to retain the favor of our friends and to see this business con- .tinue to grow. Now in justice to yourself see our goods and compare Qualities and Prices. Here’s how we are going to sell until further notice : — Up to 6Oc Dress Goods for Clioice qualities in Poplins, Pan­ amas, Cashmeres, plain and shadow stripes in all OQ the wanted shades, now • ...-rtf ' ----------- ------------------------------------ 1 Apron Gingham, 40 inches .wide, regular 15c. bale price .09 Good Cotton Shirting, /“\f“71 regular 12Jo, for.......... »'■' • 2 Ladies’ Fur lined Coats 0 ft <1 tf tt ft 42.50 89.50 87.50 $65.00 Fur-lined Coats for $49.75 60 00 55.00 50.00 28 00 Fur-trimmed Coats 19 75 25.00 . “ 6.00 Maids' and Ladies’ Coats 7.50 Ladies’ Coats for 10.00 Ladies’ Coats for 17.00 8.75 5 00 5.00 Men’s and Boys’ Clothing $15.00 Overcoats for $10 75 12 00 Overcoats for 8 75 10.00 & 11.00 Overcoats 7.75 8.50 Overcoats for 5.00 Overcoats for 6 00 3.75 5.00 Suits for 8.75 8.00 Suits for 5.75 10.00 Suits for 7.00 Reg. up to $15 Suits for 10.75 20 p. c. discount nn this Sea­ son’s New Waists and Skirts Hahdkerchiefs Fancy Handkerchiefs, regular up to 25c for...17£ Men’s Handkerchiefs, regular up to 15c for....10 Ties Men’s regular 50c. Ties for..................................39 Men’s regular 25c Ties .19 „ Morris We wish the rural telephone were in operation when a rough day comes along. Nomination meeting on Monday, 27th inst., at the Township Hall from 12 to 1 o’clock. Miss Ethel Watson, who has return­ ed home from her position in London, spent a few days in Brussels. Roads have been considerably block­ ed in some places by the recent blow while in other sections there are bare spots for yards. An auction sale is announced by Samuel Oaldbick, 3rd line, for Thurs­ day, 23rd inst., atl p. m., at which he will dispose of his farm stock, imple­ ments, &c. without reserve as he has sold his farm arid is moving to the West. Auctioneer Garniss will wield the hammer. Mr. Oaldbick is an old and well known resident of Morris. Pierce Award.—Tuesday of last week Judge Doyle held Court in In­ dustry Hall, Blyth, to hear an appeal from an award of Engineer Roger in connection with the George Pierce, drain, Sth line. The evidence of par­ ties interested was taken and the agreement will be heard in Chambers at a later date. Barrister Sinclair appeared for appellant and the En­ gineer represented the respondents. Mrs. Jas. Oloakey deceased.— Last Sunday an old and highly es­ teemed resident of the 4th line, passed away in the person of Mary Elizabeth Mellen, beloved wife of Jas. Oloakey,- in her 67th year, She had been in poor health for"some time despite all that could be done for her. Deceased is survived by her husband. 2 sons (Jno, of Wingham, and Solomon at home), and 3 daughters, two -of whom are married. _> The funeral took place to Blyth cemetery Tuesday afternoon. I Grey Local Option is the question of the day in Grey township. Several meetings are arranged for in the Township this week in the interests of Local Option, L, McNeil, 14th cop., a well known old resident of Grey, has not been as well as usual but many old friends hope he will soon regain his vigor as he has been unusually active for a man of his years. Rev. Mr. Wishart, of Brussels, and Rev. Mr. Henderson, of Ethel, are to speak in Moles worth this (Thursday) evening and Rev. Mr. Salton, of Trow­ bridge, and Mr. Henderson will speak at Duke’s school house on Friday evening of this week in behalf of Local Option, The Sabbath School of Roe’s church will hold its Anniversary services on Sunday morning next and the follow­ ing Tuesday evening. A suitable ser­ vice will be held Sabbath morning by the pastor and an excellent Xmas Tree Entertainment will be given by the school, assisted by outside talent, Tuesday evening, '21st inst. In addition to the program and the Xmas Tree, which Santa Glaus will unload, a treat is being prepared for the little folk. Next Sabbath will be one of special interest in Union Church Sunday School, it being both Review and Anniversary Sunday. Bach teacher and officer is to review one lesson,of the Quarter after which the pastor will give an illustrated talk to the school and congregation. The Xmas Tree Entertainment will be held the following Thursday evening. A first- class program is being prepared by the teachers and scholars of the school and a good time may be expected. Robert McDonald, 9th con., was an exhibitor at the Winter Fair in Guelph last week. He showed three Leicester ewe lambs and secured 3rd and 4th awards in single class, 16 ex­ hibitors in class ; 2udin open pen, in which there were six exhibitors, and 1st in the Leicester Breeders Associa­ tion special with 4 competitors This is a good showing for a beginner in the show ring. Mr. McDonald dispos­ ed of 2 ram lambs to parties at Acton and Mount Forest respectively. They were shipped Monday morning. A Fine Woman Gone.—After a try­ ing experience with stricture of the oesophagus, covering 11 years, Mrs. Neil McTaggart, 16th con., passed peacefully away on Monday night in her 37th year. It was fondly hoped that by medical operation and treat­ ment the ailment might be over­ come but the results desired were not secured, outside of temporary relief, and for some months she received nourishment through a tube to the stomach as she could not swallow food. Deceased was the second daughter of Wm. Mitchell, of Logan township, and was married to her now bereft partner on December 26th, 1900. She made a model wife, indus­ trious, tidy and kindly and her demise is sincerely regretted. In addition to Mr. McTaggart, three little sons are left. Mrs. McTaggart was a faithful member of the Presbyterian Church at Oranbrook and her pastor, Rev. D. 20 per cent, discount on Gloves, Hosiery, Underwear, Fur­ nishings, Smallwares, in fact everything cut in price. Money Refunded if you want it. ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ g N- McLaren GOods nt Sale Prices for Cash or Produce only. ❖ i *♦ ❖ ♦❖ $ ♦❖♦❖ $ ♦❖♦❖♦ ♦ t♦.❖♦❖♦ ❖♦ ❖ W. F. Stretton’s WE have just received our last shipment of Xmas Goods which make our lines complete and we are offering some wonderful bargains in— Watches, Clocks, Diamonds, Cut Glass, Beautiful Hand Painted China Manicure Sets in Stir­ ling Silver & Ebony. Jewel Oases, Clocks From Grandfather’s Colonial Style Quarter-cut Oak to all kinds Nickle Bracelets All the Newest Designs Guff Links Engraved and Plain Novelty Clocks, Violins, Musical Instruments, Pipes, tec , in all lines kept date Watches From the Lowest to the Highest Grade Necklets Pearl, Amythesist Tortoise, Mist, Matrix and various others in an up to- Jewelry Store. Jewelry Solid Gold Pearl Set Diamond Set to any design Lockets SEE OUR NEW LINE See our New Line of Musical Instruments OPTICAL. LINE—FREE testing and prices reduced 20 per cent. Our Xmas display was never better—we are proud of our buying. You will miss it if you don’t call and see our goods—it’s a pleasure to show them. MARRIAGE LICENSES ISSUED—TRY ONE. W. F. Stretton Jeweler anil Optician. Issuer of Marriage Licenses. Repair work guaranteed or money refunded. t ❖♦ t ❖ ! $ ♦ ♦ ❖ ♦ ❖ ♦ ❖ ♦ ❖ ♦ ❖ ♦ ❖♦ ♦❖ ♦ ❖ ♦ •J* ♦ ❖♦ ❖ ♦ ♦ ❖ ’I* ♦ ❖ ♦ A♦❖♦ ❖ Thursday afternoon, Dec. 2nd, was the day set apart by Maitland Presby­ tery for the induction of Rev. R. A. Lundy, B. A„ as pastor of Duff’s Chinch, Walton. The day was fine permitting a large attendance of members of the congregation as well as representatives from various points in the Presbytery at the interesting ceremony, At 2 o’clock Bev. W. J. West, M. A., Clerk of Presbytery, called for objections to the induction and none being forthcoming Rev. Mr. Edmison, of Kincardine, took charge of the preaching service. The well known 23rd Psalm was heartily sung, followed by a Scripture lesson from Hebrews, 6th chapter, and prayer. Hymn 113, “Creator Spirit! by whose aid,” was joined in and the preacher announced his text, I Timothy, 6th chapter and 12th verse, “Eight the good fight of Faith.” It was a good sermon, brief, well pointed, eminently practical and most suitable to the occasion, The strenuous character of the Christian life was pointed out and Paul's characterization of it demon­ strated the heroism, moral courage, a terribly earnest business, likened to a warfare. Preparation necessary for the long marches, short rations, bat­ tles, &c., all for victory. There is the battle for bread ; the battle of sorrow and misfortune ; the battle with sin, no sham battle, no moss covered road. John Bunyan, the master delineator of Christian character, showed the earnest character of the journey. Enemies abound in life’s circum­ stances. evil habits, evil tendencies, in our heart. Augustine, Martin Luther and Paul were pointed as illus­ trations of the strenuous life. There is no release from the warfare and our best is required. Moral achievements demand the use of all our powers. There’s safety in holding the sword. Israel found it so and David likewise. It was said of the Spartans they were safe while fighting but peace meant ruin. Get into service ; fight to the finish ; struggle to be a hero. If you fall let it be forward like Stephen rather than backward like Judas. Rev. Mr. Edmison closed with a very appropriate quotation from Brown­ ing. Prayer and hymn “Fight the good fight with all thy might,” brought this very profitable part of the exercises to a conclusion. Rev. Mr. Tait, of Teeswater, Moder­ ator, called on Rev. A. 0. Wishart, B. A., of Brussels, who was Moderator of the congregation during the vacancy, to narrate the steps taken leading to the call. This was done briefly show­ ing that of all the good men heard Rev. Mr. Lundy was the unanimous choice. The usual questions were put to Rev. Mr. Lundy and satisfactorily answered and the Moderator offered prayer, after the induction. The new pastor was addressed by Rev. Mr. Ferguson, of Belgrave, who pointed out that the minister’s office was a religious oue of honor and responsibility requiring patient toil and selfdenial. He was a prophet and must speak for God ; a man with’ a message ; an ambassador correctly representing his Master. He must deal with the deepest need of Lhe human soul. The ministry is not a mere profession, rather a calling from God and the church As pastor have a clear and high conception of the ministry as it is a sacred task. It will save x it from mere professional routine. Feel its true nature and it will keep us from frittering away time in that which is not real work. Preserve a true balance in life care­ fully guarding it. Permanent work will not jise hieher than the pastor. In handling sacred things beware of formality. The minister’s life is a busy one with little leisure. It is not his work to run all th'e organizations as he must take time to enrich his own life, by self culture, meditation and study. Where there is no vision the people perish. Both rnlud and heart need to be saturated. There is a sure reward as preaching and pas­ toral work enriches and brings out a man’s best, concentrating his powers and drawing a man near Christ. Rev. Mr. Ferguson handled his subject well. Rev. D. B. McRae, of Oranbrook, spoke to the congregation, this being the 3rd time he was called Upon to perform the duty. From quotations of Scripture he enjoined them to en- courage their pastor, esteeming him for his work’s sake, attend church to hear the message and put it into prac­ tice. ; Don’t allow the minister to do all the work. Help him. Show him respect. Provide for his wants. Pay him regularly and cheerfully. Praise him and don’t forget to pray for him. The speaker was plain, pleasant and practical in his address. Hymn 460, the first verse of which reads :— “Pour out Thy Spirit from on high ; Lord, Thine assembled servants bless ; Graces and gifts to each supply, And clothe Thy priests with right­ eousness.” was sung, the benediction pronounced after which Rev. Mr. Wishart, accom­ panied by Elder Smillie, conducted the new pastor to the door where he was introduced to the people. Duff’s Church pastors have been Revds. Dr. Ferguson (deceased), Mc­ Naughton, of Port Hope ; Ballantyne, of London ; Forrest, of Brampton ; and MacNab, of Underwood. The Session is constituted of the following members Jas. Smillie, A. Turnbull, A. Gardiner, J. Davidson, W. Knetchel, T. McCall and W. Mc- Fadzean. Board of Managers consists of John Smillie, Jas. Murray, R. McGavin, A. Johnston, Jas. McLaughlin, W. Clark and J. Ewan. Miss Annie Ferguson is the faithful and competent organist; A. Gardiner. S. S. Superintendent; and Miss Maud Ferguson, President of the Endeavor. TEA MEETING ATTRACTS CROWD In the evening a Tea Meeting was held. A splendid fowl supper was served in the basement and the attend­ ance was so large that even with im­ provised seats i u the aisles many had to stand. Rev, Mr. Wishart made a good chairman and the long and vari­ ed program was excellent, marred somewhat by a talkative few who could not procure seats. A double quartette from Seaforth consisting of Misses Beattie, Atkinson, Reid and Bright and Messrs. Bright, Pickard, Willis and Bright with Miss White as accompanist, sang “Songs of Thanks­ giving” Elder Smillie thanked Bev. Mr. Wishart for his valued services as Moderator and welcomed Rev. and Mrs. Lundy to Duff’s church pastorate. “The Highlands” was the title of a solo by Miss Beattie which was well sung; Rev. Mr. Carswell, of Win­ throp, spoke very sensible sentences on' “The influence of one man in a quiet community” ; Male quartette, “Four little Lambs” ; Rev. Mr. Mc­ Rae with humor and words of wisdom dealt with “The sins of the pew,” touching up the late pew, the sleepy pew, the giddy pew, the copper pew and the critic’s pew ; The song of “Niagara” was rendered by the double quartette ; W. H. Kerr, of The Post, voiced the sentiments of the Metho­ dist church in welcoming Rev. Mr. Lundy and his good lady ; The ladies trio sang “Saviour breathe an evening blessing” ; Rev. J. L. Small, B. A., of Blyth, took as his topic “Wanted—a man” pointing out desirable character­ istics ; jAfter a humorous chorus the new pastor spoke briefly expressing thanks of Mrs. Lundy and himself for the whole-souled manner in which they were received and bespoke hearty co-operation and wished for a happy aud successful pastorate ; Male quar­ tette, "Daddy,” and closing words from the chairman the program was concluded by the double quartette giving a rousing number entitled “Song of Victory." The musical selections during the evening were well chosen, excellently sung and were greatly enjoyed. The financial pro­ ceeds of the evening totalled the large sum of $115. PERSONAL SKETCH. Rev. Mr. Lundy was born in Peel Oo., attended Brampton High school and was an under graduate of Toron­ to University. He took his B. A. degree at Manitoba University in Winnipeg taking first class honors and highest scholarship. 4 years were spent on Missiou fields and a like term at Port Credit after which he took a post graduate course at Glasgow and [Continued on page 6] line, they being among the pioneer settlers. Deceused sold his farm to Geo. McCall and took up residence in Walton where he made his home for a number of years. After Mrs. Moore’s death he went to Guelph and boarded with his sister, Mrs. Squir- relle, whose husband is gardener at the Model Farm. Mr. and Mrs. Moore left no family, Mrs. Edward Garvin, near Brussels, is Mr. Moore's sister. The subject of this notice was a loyal Presbyterian, being an Elder for a. long period. In politics he was an ardent Liberal. Thus there has been called away another of the sturdy men who industriously and successfully did his part in felling the monarchs of the forest and working faithfully for the improvement of Lhe country. B. McRae, conducted the funeral ser­ vice Thursday afternoon after which interment was made at Oranbrook burying ground. Deceased had no fear of the coming of the close of life, “the peace that passeth all under­ standing" being hers. The community deeply sympathise with the bereaved. bill in A 1 style. She is a neice of Rev. W. T. Cluff, of Stratford, a former rector of St. George’s Church, Walton. Wednesday at 11 a. m. a quiet wed- l ding took place at the home of the bride’s parents, when Thos. Al tree and Miss Lettie Fulton were made husband and wife by Rev. E. G. Powell, of Brussels. The young couple have the good wishes of a wide circle of friends for many years of i happiness and prosperity. Died at Guelph.—Following a I complication of ailments, from which 1 he had been poorly all Summer, Jona- Walton The Bazaar held by St. George’s Church on Tuesday cleared $55.00. O. P. R. Agent Thomas is having part of the station house fitted up for household purposes. . uo utlu uccu uumauor, Miss Campbell, returned Missionary than Moore, formerly of this locality, from India, gave a very interesting and well known in the community, and inspiring address in Duff’s Church answered the imperative summons on Monday evening, . , •Mondny,atGuelplihospital,andpass-h rank McGavin is home on a brief ed away in his 78th year. The re­ visit to the parental home. He covers mains were brought to Walton, via the Westerly provinces as represent®- i 0. P. R., Thursday noon and the fun- Uve for a large lumbering firm in . eral service was conducted by Rev. British Columbia and is a bright Mr. Lundy in Duff’s Church, inter­ active young man who should make ' ment following after in Brussels his mark m the world. We wish him cemetery where his wife was buried 3 sT£.?esS; , ■ _ , .. years ago. Mr. Moore was born inThe Trustees of Wai toil school have Esquesing township, near Speyside, engaged Miss Maud Cluff, of Clinton, Halton Co. He and D. B, Moore, his as teacher for 1910. From What we cousin, now of Brussels, came to i have heard Miss Cluff should fill the ' Morris and took up farms on the Sth engaged Miss Maud Cluff, of Clinton, Ethel Interest in the Local Option cause is growing daily. Bead W. T. Spence’s Xmas advt. on this week’s supplement. Sunday’s blustery weather reduced the attendance at the evening services. We are pleased to learn that Mrs. Wm. Graham is recovering from her long illness of typhoid fever. Municipal Nomination for Grey township will be held here Monday, 27th inst., from 12 to 1 o’clock. Card of Thanks.—Mrs. Jonathan Wright desires to record her very sin­cere thanks to the Foresters’ Court and many other friends for their kind words and deeds during the illness and subsequent death of her husband. Rev. Mr. Henderson will preach ati illustrated Hermon to lhe Sabbatii School scholars and workers in the Methodist Church next Sabbath even­ ing in connection with the S. S. anni­ versary services. Ethel lost a fine family when R. A. and Mr s. Thompson and children re­ moved to Listowel. Miss Annie has taken a position in the store of R. Thompson. Many old friCnds wish Mr. Thompson and family prosperity. Mrs. Walker and Miss Agnes left Ethel for Parkdale this week where they will make their home for a time al least. We are sorry to lose them from our midst but wish them many joys and comforts. Miss Walxer will be missed in the Presbyterian church as she was a splendid worker. Mr. Irwin, K. C., of Toronto, will deliver an address in the interests of the Local Option movement in the Township Hall on Saturday evening, 18th inst., in association with lhe Literary Society’s entertainment. Mi. Irwin is a lawyer of repute, an Elder in the Presbyterian Church and an eloquent platform speaker, who can deal with every side of the Local Option question. The debate will also be given. Collection taken at the door. The Local Option meeting, held in the Township Hall Thursday evening of last week, was well attended con­ sidering the inclemency of the weather. Rev. J. Henderson occupied the chair with acceptance. A short speech was made by ex-Reeve Thos. Strachan, Chairman of Grey"township organization, wlio is very enthusiastic over the question of Local Option. Rev. Dr. Pidgeon, of Vancouver, B. C., recently of Toronto Junction, was lhe speaker of the evening and gave a splendid address. From what he knew personally of Local Option he was satisfied it would work great good and urged Grey electors to adopt it by a big majority. Arguments against the law were cleverly answer­ ed and numerous reasons were given as to why the bar room should be closed. It is expected that Ethel divi­ sion will do, as it nearly always does, roll up a big majority for the Act on January 3rd. L. O. L.—A public meeting of the Orange Order was held in Township Hall Friday evening, Dec. 10th, at which R. Birmingham, organizer, gave a splendid address to a. large audience. He traced Orangeism to William III and went back in history to the time of the Stuarts and showed the need of Protestantism then and the good the country had derived from William’s bravery and reign as a sovereign over England, Ireland and Scotland. Referring to Canada the speaker showed the need of Protestants and the Orange Order be­ ing wideawake. There is really no Lord’s Day in Quebec, Sunday closes at 12 a. m. and many of the courts are held exclusively in French. Tile dis­ advantage of the Separate School Act as it is in Ontario and has been im­ posed on the new Provinces was re­ ferred to. Rev. Mr. Henderson gave a few well chosen remarks. The meeting was enlivened by the Ethel orchestra which was much appreciat­ ed. Passed Away.—We regret to be called upon to record the decease of Jonathan Wright, who departed this life Thursday of last week, aged 35 years. He was stricken with typhoid fever and a combtinaion of other ailments a few weeks ago and despite all that could be done lie succumbed. Mr. Wright’s fine farm is opposite Ethel cheese factory. He was a good farmer and took quite an interest in stock, his fancy running along tile line of Holsteiu cattle. Deceased was a son of the late Hugh Wright, Sth con. and along with a brother of the former makes the 3rd death in the past two years. Mr. Wright is sur­ vived by liis wife and one son. Fun­ eral, took place Saturday afternoon, interment being made at Elma Centre cemetery. Rev. Mr. Henderson, de­ ceased’s pastor, conducted the service and the Canadian Order, of Forester’s to which Mr. Wright belonged assist­ ed. Mrs. Wright was a Miss Clark, of Elma, before her marriage. The bereaved will be deep­ ly sympathised, with in their sorrow. Mr. Wright was a resident of this locality for years and was highly es­ teemed.