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HomeMy WebLinkAboutExeter Advocate, 1903-2-5, Page 1SIXTEE TR YEAR EXETER, ONTARIO* THURS. 1 Lady's Black Astra Coat was $32 for $25. 1 Lady's Black Astraclaa Fur Coat was $38 for $30. 1 Lades Black .A.stracbala Fur Coat was $40 for $32. 1 Ilien's Brown Do g% Fur Coat was $25 for $19 Fur 01 Di Varna 1 Mr, William Bathwell bee agein been unanimously chosen as secretery of the trustee board of the Alethetlist church. -Mr. John .Alelsiangbton hale - ng resigned as member of the school Weed. Mr. Wilson McCaele has been elected in his stead. --We are pleased o learn that Walter Bothwell IS re- covering from the effects of his recent ccialent.-Mr. John McNinighton waS 111 Goderich last week attending. coun- ty councit-Miss Martha Keys le con- valescing, as is aleo 'Ma Rau% Keys, Loge party from the Goshen Line invaded the ptrsonage the other even - mg and presente4 Bev.Mr. Miller with a bigbag of OAtS.. A very Pleasant ening was spent by pester and par- i loners betweere whom there is MA* 11 wood and esteem. This is the nd presentation of the hint:11;44y. e members of the Varriaclaurch bar. ng triode J. nthii d011ati011 on ISTenf Yeieet: eve, --el. S. Williston, wile was • OL number a yeas manager of the Toronto Globe, aild is now editor of Mews,is a termer Stanley boy, 'veil with his parents on the Parr a few miles from here. He roe htt rank he now occupi4s by his unaided efforts: be hati but a cam - school education hot WAS very eL in his taut -Ilea 14fONI4T TO LOAN Willow() unlimited p t undo for vastMont upon furna 9 poverty, lowest rates of intores Messer; &Santana, 1Iarristera etc.. Exoto TO LOAN. Iowa large urnannt a Ate funds loan an farm And properties it 1 rates ofintervit. F. W. WA Barrister, Main Streetter ERNEST ma, 144 Edate and IrmriutreAgent Famiu and properties bought and sold a sCasonabio terms. Several dwelling heus.es tor aide. Lands le all parts cif Manitoba and the North.wes fOr sate. F° edosres unimproved, in the township of Osprey, county at Grey; hardwood anti el:berth/dice, railway stollen seven miles, past office, *timid, church,ondle and half; would sell or exehange for small hu- proied property et Batter. 10 Mant.asin ter. ..•••••••11.1.• 'loess FOR . The undersigned is offering for solo ids frame dwelling and ',remises on Ann street, Exeter, being lot 17. The 119059 centaine 5 rooms with a bric& cellar underneath. There is on the premises a good welled water, a pump shop, stable tuul chicken house aud numlier of choice frult trees. Will be sold reasonable. Apply to JOBS Mootts, Exeter. 1101./SE AND VIETH LOTS FOE SALE. The undersigned is offering tor sale that de.slrable village property on corner of Carling and Nelson streets, Exeter, being Lots 81, 82 and 83. There is on the premises agood brick house, containing nine rooms; a good stable Abe lowerhalf brick); hen house and pig pemaftyfrmt trees, bard and soft water and other conveniences. Will be sold reasonable. Apply to Cues. Isaac, Exeter. HOTEL PROPEETT FOB SALE. The undersigned is offering for side that desirable hotel situated at Devon, on the London Hoed. This hotel is in good condition, and is 2.1 mites south of Exeter. This road is largely travelled and for the rightman chances are good for a splendid' business. There is a good stable an connection also,11 acres of land. Possession given immediately. This property wilrbe Bola etienp Far particulars, apply to Diaases; & CARLING, Exeter, Out. FAItli FOE SALE. Tee undersigned is °Boling for sale Lot 11, South 't Boundary, Blanshard, bemg 10.4 acres of choice land, wellrenced and drained. There is on the premises • two first-elass bank barns, open shed, frame house with brick kitchen, containg nine large rooms, cellar under both; good orchard two good wens; 4 acres bush -mixed timber -and other conveniences. Per- fectly free from all noxious weeds, such as /mustard and wild oats. Located within one and a half miles from St Marys. Por particulars address Atraso BUGG, St. MaryS. Parkhill bard Whde playing the school room on 3fonday, Sarah, daughter a Mr. Isaac Barnett, slipped on the Boor and broke Iler leg a few Inches above the tnkle. Sarah is a general favorite at school and her young friendsare sorry to learn ot her accident, hut hope ere Icing she will he mown' again. She is resting quite easily at. present. -The malty friends of Mrs. Campbell deeply sYmpatbize with her in the accident she met with a few days ago, whereby one of her ribs was fractured, besides other injuries. They all wish that she uty have a. speedy reeov my. --The Blanshard Cheese and Butter (70. have engaged Mr. J. W. Holmes, of Born. holm. an experienced cheese and hot- ter maker, to em.ditet thelrfattory for this seasou.-Miss Ellen -both Sinclitir, attended the examinations at Toronto Conservatory of Music lust week. Erneefield Mr, A. Aikenhead, who has been ill at the home of his brother, Ma james Aikenhead, has recovered sufficiently as to be able to return to his home in London.-Robt. Brock is in Chicago looking after the affairs of his brother G. Brock, who was killed in the rail: way accident at Wanstead. -Miss Ella Ross, of Settforth, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Berry. -Mrs. Chas. Mason, who is in the Clinton hospital, where she had a large tumor removed, is slowly recoyering.-Mr. Alex. Ross and wife spent a few days in Paris during the week. -Mrs. Keeler, of Whitby, is vis- iting at the home of Mr. John Retchen. -Mr. Peter McGregor left last week for California, where he intends re- maining for the winter. -Mr. S. Ross still continues Fred Tomlinson who was recently appointed agent for the Massey Harris Companyihas rent- ed his farm to Wm. McKenzie, of the Mill Road. -A telephone station in our village is nowon assured thing. The necessary funds for purchasing poles from the village to the and concession of Stanley having been secured, it ie expected to be in operation before spring. -Mrs. John Jamieson, who has been visiting her mother, Mrs. Neevin, here for the past few weeks, left this week for her home in Edinburgh,N.D. The following are some recent por- ches& of property in town: House and lot on Emily street; bought by Abra- ham Nichol, of Corbett; Wrn. Ireland's bouseand lot by Thomas Thoznpson, of.Lieury; the Sloan, Boland property by D. Poulter, of Moray; M. Jackson's house and lot by. Moses Mawson, of McGillivray. The purchasers -intend moving to town, Mr. Pointer has sold his business and property at Moray to a Mrs. Bice. -Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Watson, left OW Friday for London, where Mr. Wateen has accepted it po- sition with a prominent wholesale mil- linery hook: Prior to their departure they were tendered an expression of goodwill by a number- of friends at the residence of Dr. Kilbourn. A pleas- ant hour was spent in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Watson every success in their new home. Rev. W. Rigsby pre- sented, each with a beautifully bound book, the gift of a few friends, as a more tangible remembrance of the es- teem in which they have been held by those who knew them. -Mrs. William Hay, of the townline, who had the niisfortiine, to fall and break one of her legs a few -days ago, is under the skil- ful treatment of Dr. Kilbourn and im- rovim4 very nicely. -The remains- of Mrs. Hall, a former resident of Mc- Gillivray, who died at Victoria Hos- pital, London, on Saturday were con- veyed here on Monday. The funeral took place Tuesday from Phippen & Simpson's undertaking rooms to Park- hill cemetery. Mrs. Hall was, a sister, of the late Richard J. Fox, of McGil- livray. \Ve quite a blizzard Fria daylastebut we have now nice weather Bechier, of Pigeon, lich., is here visiting his brother, and 31ns. Will. Yule. of ullarton, spent a few daya here thu- g the week, the guests of Mr, A.. N. Stebie, who has clerking for It G. Niehol for t time, has gone to her home in • tit. Miss B. Thomptmn is now lig the °per:Mag.-Mr. Moines Thirk. of Alberta, wholuis been visit. Ina heie with his on -in, air. John Thirsk, has gone to London. Dat.Ta.--The many friends of Mrs. Adam Smith will be pulped to hear of AY FEBRUARY 5, 1903. DRs.e:nlellit!ortrauliral:a0IIME, Oe hoer* ton) a.m., 1 to 2 and 7 to s p.m. Talent/one comeminication with main office in Liman Last, TtleSday the quarterly Board at their bnsiness meeting gave tbeir. oPetaset°10t!'vRiteetvfolt3t*f4orilatintrthner year. 1t Wee accepted, Harmony apd prosper- ity prevailed among them. .The An - anent' retiren$ exceeeed any previous year. -We congratulate Rev. Hutton P°nel°n ace°u11‘ 4.4 the d's"greeabl° iolunttrbraleienses. flialeliVeeryhpiompubtaolm.. pxleaz; 14e0antitteyriorMEr.xeJteorhuto aTtettbdegte itenft: era' of his brother. Charles, whose re - hie shadow never be less. patine were brought there from Torou- to for burial. -The rernams of Mrs. ird were laid to rest here Thursdav. Mr. JawIs Park has opoowl oat . I. Green, of Port Prank spen store in- Mr ohn Farrell is building.- MoiiI.iy here. -The death of Wil tat gr. Geo. rbett is recovering from T$nittn,, of Dakota, came as a shock In his ilInetia-Messte. Geo. Bowden and 11s many friends here last week. S. eit4Wmt bare been awarded the coo- waS OtllY aboet two years since tract for the erection of a brick store went Weat,-Mts. ilamiltou And dwelling premises POW Ontipled dalighter, of St. Marys, arrived het by J. C. Titylor awl Dr. Sutton. --Mr. Mouday and will vitt at Mr. Willie& Ed. Deacon, of Bueseveine. MAP., iS Oliver's. spending a few days in town, the guest of Mr.. Wm. Donevan.-Ma and AIrs, R. 11. Elhvocid and Miss Grage, Of Windotte, Mkh.. spent a, few days with friends in and aronna Crediton �:u. SANDERS, EDITOR. •Cirand Benxi Me. James Brophese of GreeowaY. went Monday here with trends.--fr. Jesse Gralivelle, who has. beep in the "Wilber woods the lad few months, re- turned. borne Friday.-Aln la Powell, of Port Freak, spent Monday here. - Miss Miry feint left Saturday to yieit her parents in Seberingville. bid' \Alien was to bave been held Thorsday evening in Brenner's ball, was pst- LO.can . 6fAMICAT, ll, A., (formerly Oollina & abury16)Irrister, soltvitor. New).* Conveyancer. er to lic;ii.s-kluter nut. i Adeline Itatz, of Parkhill, is here sister, Mrs. Chas, Zwick - .4 Walker has returned to To. ter visiting her cousin, t1rs. the past week. -Messrs. Wm. Lewis and I -I, Either, tided the annual meeting of ianzil Porticuad Cement Co., •Limited, in Toronto on l'hursdave.- Mr. Cluttles Wolf is on the siek. list, We trust be will Nemo rerover.-Mr. Walter Clark has disposed of all his stock and groceries and confectionery. Bert is now open for a job. Terms very reasonable. --Mrs. Dora, Link Is la,r sister, MIS. Wm. ELUItZ. Exeter... -Mr. Aron Brown started Uullett- Tbe many friends of Mr. Montle Ross will he pleasea to learn •that he le, • Dashwood Horse buyers bave been through the neighborhood and purchased some good horses. -Mr. Henry Callfas has purcbased a new blower and is bow cutting straw for the farriers-ters Chas. Cann. of Exeter, is visiting bee sister Alr& Obas. Steinhagen, jr.-The smoke stack on the north fl aat rpUJ was taken down Seturday, it being pretty well barnt out. A new •one will be erected as soon as possible, in the meantime the mill has suspeuded operations. -Abs. Louie Preeter is ill at ber home here. tier many frieede wish for her speedy recovery. Onrrranease.This week we again re- enrd the death of one of the oldest re - sideline of this community, in the per. eon of MA John Rhode, sr. Mr. Rhode formerly lived on the 14th concession, Stephen, but a few years ago retired to this little village. WAS Of a vet7 quiet and amiable disposition and was respected by all who knew him. HLs num was of very short dnratioo. be log been about as usual on Friday till about o'clock, when he WAS ta down and at 11 d'elitek hepaesed away. For many years he has beep a fiathful member of the Evangelical hurcb here, and under its rites the recovenng from his reeeut fitneral ceremony WAS conducted. The 1199 Lily .NicCool, who b het dress- corrowing friends haw the eincereet making in Clinton tir the past few syeapathY of the community in their months. has retuned home. -Mr. Me- affliction. Lean, 01 Pilot Mound, Man., spent a zaaa Another 8:-311-E70, .Ada Davis, of Exeter, North, - who was visiting friends here during the past week, has gone to visit her grarelmother on the Gosnen Mr. and 31rs. Ed. Deltrich, aceompau- led by their daughtee, Miss Dora.have returned home from BMW, often A pleaRaut visit with their parents there. few days here during the week. tie expects to take' a carload of horses back with him. Mr...no:amnia also nf Pikit Mound, is here venewing ae- quitintances.-Mr. Russel Sendercoek, after an absence of altout 17 month% has etitrned from Dakota. Ile looks well and expects to return some time itt March. His cousin, Mr. Smith, who eompanied hint, was never in Onter- o before and never Fil.W an apple tree itil he Saw Mr. M0011'S large welstard Lontleshortealla Rich:nen sm. intends leaving in a few days for Toronto where be will remain., --Mr. Henry Freeman has bought tbe old McNeil farm for his son. Robert. Mr. her death, \Web took PTace at Sea- for his In nie in Blenheim on Monday. Freeman takes Mr. Hunter's niece. In forth on Monday morning. She' had hut WmS. kddiged to teturn after having the latter's departure we )se.t good been WS invalid for afiverai Years. but gain' et few int1e, owing to poor roads. neighbor, but wish him every sneeees. did net ROM to Lw much IvOrSt5 than --Mr. O. Zwicker made a large )shlp- --Mr. Thomas Tamblyn, of Southern iaslel until the morning of her death. merit foL clover, timothy and alsike Manitoba, is home on a visit. ---Mr. R. About eight o'clock her son went for see(' to 't emote elonday.-Mto. Aug- Tasker, of the 8rd concession, has been the subject of very severe al:fiction dur- ing the 'last few weeks. He lost a brother in Millet, and a =Pied sister in Manitoba; his father, who resides In Ettrinwhey, has been bedfast with typhoidfever, and is only now get- ting better; and his eldest, son is at preeent laid up with congestion of the lunge. He is AISO on the mend we are pleased to say. PRESENTATION. -Mr. George Hart, who has been superintendent of the Presbyterian church Sabbath school here for a number of years, was made the recipient of a handsome writing desk, and. Mrs. Hart of a finely decor- ated berry set. The address was read by the present superintendent, Mr. B. R.Higgins, and the presentation made by Messrs. John McQueen and. John McKenzie. After the presentation an elaborate 'Supper was served. The even- ing was pleasantly spent in medal in- tercourse, games, etc., all present feel - bag that the evening had been pleas- ly and profitably spent. . San Daaria-Woed was received here a few 'days ago from Kansas, of the sad and sudaen death of a former and well known resident of this place id the 'person of Mr. Andrew 'Ross, which sad event occurred Oil ;San. 15, at that place. Aleceased,"tOgeblier-with his son, Tom, were working in the field gathering corn and appeared to be in his usual health and was quite jovial. He had only been at work it short time when he felt over dead. His son beard himi groan and caught him as he was falling. He was carried to the house and medical aid summon- ed, the doctor announcing that death was Caused by apoplexy. Deceased was born in Scotland in the year 1835 and -had attained the age of 67 years, 2 months and 23 days. . At the early age of 16 years he came to this coun- try and -in 1858 Was united in marriage) to Sarah Broadfoqt. To ,this union were born four sonsand "four daugh- ters, altbf whom are still living. At the age of 29 years he unitedWith the Presbyterian church here and contin- ued faithful in the cause - ine to the time of his death. Mr. Ross left these parts in the fall of 1881 and settled on a farm two miles northwest of Man - 'Chester, where he resided to the time of his death. the doctor and before his return she was dead. liter Maiden natne was Elizabeth Perry and she WAB nearly 61 years of age. Her respected bust:awl and family hese the sympathy of the entire community in theiread bereave- ment. Mrs. Smith WAS for a number of years it resident of this place. Front here the relay retnoved to Brucelleld, and after residing there about a yeer they moved toSettforth. alecillelti yaws ago. She leaves a family of grown sons and daughters. The remains gine Ives frozen end would have been useless-. Why noted.'a meeting and .were interred in the Maitlandbank cemetery on Wednesday. net Switzer, accompanied by her eon. of PhIladetpble, is visiting tier parents here. --Monday was Candlemas day. Tho bear saw his shadow. Look out for colder weather now and be sure to have plenty of coal and wood on hand. --Mr. II. F. Eilber deserves the thanks of all our citizens for the work and pans he toox to have our fire en- gine placed in working order, It Is in- deed vet ; fortmuite that a fire didn't 04-er mist ten weeks, its the en - Winoheisea Mr. Wheeler,oue blacksmith, who has been suffering from a severe at. tack of mumps has somewhat in:11)We- ecl.-Mr. Y. Bern and his sisteanertba were the guests of Mr. Millie and Miss Ethel 13rown, on Sunday. --Mumps seem to have struck our burg with a vengence much to the discomfort of many -in fact son* are suffering sev- erely. -Mr. John johns; of Zion, has bought Mr. john Oorniales fifty -acres on the side road at a fair price. -Mr. Ben Allen will hold an auction sale in the near future. He purposes going West in the spring, where he will go into ranching. -Several of our farmers are hauling material for building next summer. SCHOOL REPORT. -The following is the report of KS. No. 6, for the month of Jan. Names are in ordev of merit. V. ---May Jones, Mabel Sawyer and Ile. Delhridge. Sr. •IV. -Ethel Brown. Flossie Francis,.Hazel Hagar. Jr. IV. Willie Veal, Wilfred johns, Wilson Hawkins. Sr. 111.-Otbella Heywood, Clarence Miner?, Victor Sawyer. Jr. GodholtsAlma John% Hat- tie Hunter. Jr. Room. Jr. Ht. -Nene Heywood, Ella Heywood, John Kellett. Sr. II.--Lilla Heywood, Lulu Godbolt. Jr. 'IL -Hubert Jones, Alex. Berryhill. Sr. Part IL-Tomily Sawyer. Jr. Part IL -Lillis Godbolt, Clara Kellett. D. M. McDougall 1 Teachers. Anna E. Martin • appoint sonee person who wiflT take this important matter in hand and see • to it. that Uwe should have a fire, we can rely upou our eugine to do its work. Chiselhurst -Mr. G. W. Wren sold his fine span of colts, two and three years old, kir $400 to Mr. J. Norris, of Cromarty. They were bred from T. Berry's horse, lailburn.-The lecture given in the church here by the Rev. John Scott, D.D., returned missionary from Japan, was, without a doubt, one of the best, lectures we have ever had the privi- lege of 'listening too. The reverend gentleman's discourse was on "Japan and its People" and heheld his audi- ence'snell-bound during the entire ev- ening and when his address ended his .hearers were sorry As it grew very in- teresting and was :indeed instructive. .- DEATEt oF D110 ,TER. --It was with real genuine - sorrow, that the many friends of Miss Maggie Drover, heard of her death. DeceaSed had been ill for two weeks and despite all that medical skill and good nursing could do she passed away on Sunday at the home of her sister, Mrs. D. Brintnell, itt her 19th year. Miss Drover was a young woman of quiet; unassunaiug disposition, ever lending a helping hand when it was needed; and during her illness she bore her suffering with patience and resignation till death re- lieved hex of her pain. Our hearts yield their homage to those virtues and graces of quiet innocense, kind- ness ofdisposition and modesty which was hers. lier father, brothers and sisters have the sympathy of the neigh- borhood in their less, and although they will miss her most, yet it is a loss to the whole neighborhood., The fun- eral took place our ToestlaY to Merag- gates cemetery and was largely at- tended. Roman Mr. E. McDonell WAS in Locknow Wecinesday.-Misses Jennie Haskee and Edith Ilawkshaw, of Lateen, spent a few days here during the week. -Mr. joe Cook has moved into W. Jones' residence, of Oxford street. -Mrs. Bop - per and daughter, Marjory, have Ar- rived from Port Rep!. Mr. Hopper has Also taken possession of the Ong store he recently purchased from Mr. G. X. Babcock. He corne,s very high- ly recommended, and will no doubt command a fair share of patronage in the drug and fancy goods business. - The anniversary services of Carmel church will be held on Sunday next, when the Rev,Dr.MeLaren will preach in the morning and the Rev. Murdoch McKenzie; of Homo, China, in the evening. The services on each occas- ion promisa to be of a most interest- ing character. -Mrs. J. O. Stoneman, who bas been quite ill, is convalescing. -Jack Middleton has taken a position at Cook's mill. -Mr. A. Arnold, of Windsor, visited his father _here last week, who continues ill. ---Will Fulton, is learning the tailoringwith J. P. Wells. -The Misses Maggie and Aggie Buchanan left lase week for Carberry, Man., where they purpose residing for some time. Our young people are one by one making their home in the far West. -Hugh Buchanan has taken a position on the Observer staff. -Rev. Dr. Medd is steadily improving, but. he has been advised to refrain from pulpit work for at least a utonth.-The following are the newly elected Elders added to the session of Carmel Church: Wm. nougat', John McArthur, James A. Bell, Peter Moir, Sr. -Mrs. Robin- son, of Lamberteis spending a few days here with Ilea daughter, Abs. Stone- man. -Several of ouraitizens have re- ceived summons to serve as jurors at the coming assizes to be held at Gode- rich this morah.-The maoy.friends of Ma M. Rennie will be pleased: to see hien out again, after hisrecent illness. -Miss 1301, of Summerhill, is the gueSt of her Cousin, Mrs. Albert itfiBrien.- We learn, that C. Clausen' has gene into busiaess for himself in Moose jaw, N.W,T. May success „attend him. a -The newly organized Hensalalockey t -ani elected ofaceria as follows: Pres., Fred SinallaCombe, Sec.-Treas., R. Cameron; Capt. G. M. Mair; Managing ComMittee, Geo. Ross, Bert Ross, Will Dnaan.---Tbe sad news spread over Ole .community on Sunday when it be- came known that the much respected wife of Mn Robt McDole had Wattled her last at the age Jo years, 11 inopths roll Sta average 29. Exeter School Report The following is the standing of the upils in the public school here for the month. of Xanuary. Monthly reports are furnished to alt pupils in the school except those In the two juulor rooms VII. and VIII. These Are issued at the end of each month. They tue for the Information of parents tend guaxdiaes and should he signed by them and re- turned: -Class B.-Winnifred Carling. Class Browning. No. on roll 40, avera.,e attendance 41. H. "N. Andersoni, T„ubers Miss Dorrington -' • Sr. IV. -Rose emblem Lily Ache- son, Harvey. Gardiner, Flossie Taylor, Elmore Seiner, Faux McPherson, Willie Knight, Alt& Howard, "feeble South - con, Beattie Martin. jr. McKay, Bella Hawkins, Edna Bissett, Fraukie Knight. No. aura 02, aver- age 47. C. Vosper, teacher. Sr. 111. --Ethel Vosper. Jr. III. Gpulis Bissett, 'Viola Welsh, No. on and 23 days. Deceased bad been ailing M. E. Gill. teacher. for some tune with. a severeillness and all that kind bands and the best. medi- cal aid could do the stroke of •death conld not be averted, but abe bore her sufferiug with great patience and res- ignation. She was a daughter of Mr. Frank Little, and was married to her now bereft husband about seven years ago. She will not alone be missed by her husbana and family but by a host of friends in this community AS she vase general favorite here with old and young. The funeral was largely attended ou Tuesday to Union cemetery. We extend our sincere sympathy to the bereaved husband and friends. Woodham W. j. Roy was in Toronto last week on a business trip. -Dr. Ferguson as- sisted by Drs. Brown. of St. Marys, Armstrong, of Mitchell, amputated Ma Aaron Sawyer's foot a few days ago. Considering his age he stood the operation well and we are pleased to report him doing well. Sr. IIL-Sophia Werry, Case How- ard, Lillian Amos, Lula Martin, Doug- las Stewart. Jr. IIL-LeLemme yard, Loney Heywood, Lilly Hodgert. No. on roll 89, average 83. H. E. Walrond. teacher. Si- IL -A. Pickard, G. Acheson. Jae IL -L. McFalls. No. on roll 45, aver- age 87. H. D. Pringle, teacher. Jr. IL -Harry Sweet, Willie Snell' Young Creech, Pearl johns, Eylrnore Harness, Sr. Part IL -Harry Puke, Elva Ford, Stella, Sonthcott. Part IL-Davidliall, Maurice Quance, Oliver Hodgert. Jr. Part. II. -Lily May . Frayne, Mary Acheson, Oscar Ander- son, Leon Treble. No. on roll 45, aver- age 35.65. F. E. Carling, teacher. Jr. H. -Ida Welsh, Rent Latta, May Jewell, Minnie Jewell. Sr. Part. IL - Luella. Btasdille, Clarence Heywood, 'Willie Ford. Latimer Grieve, Lull' Snell.. Mid. Part IL -Reggie Bissett, Willie Alexander, Fred Broek, Rerrate Elliott. Jr. Part 1T.-Olara Vesper, Clare Wood, Lillian Boyle... No; on DIED IN HER 118TH Ynea.-Mary roll 46,trierage 33.5. * Bum McOAL.tunr, Teacher. Ann Mills, said to be the oldest woman in Canada, died at her home near here on Monday afternoon, Feb.2nd, at the great age of 117 years, 3 months and 14 days. ,Mrs. Mills' maiden name was Mary Ann Coulter, and she was horn in the County of Fermanagb, Ireland, on October 17tb, 1785. She and her husband emigrated to Canada in 1857 and settled in the virgin forest of Us- DI3A.THS borne township, Huron County. Mr. Mills died two years after landing in Canada, he having succumbed to the hardships of pioneer life in the back woods. Mrs. Mills has been a widow SOUTIECOTT-I/1 Tor011t0; (311 ;Feb. 1, Charles Southcott, aged 78 16084. 2 for nearly half a century. Of their faraili of nine children, four sons and mmittons.t_hsia Blanshard,- 8t1:'L'ili"ii'Mlit..'Y'•''' five daughtera; six are still living. some ' in Ireland, one in New Zealand, one in Ann Mills, aged 117 years; 8"itainth§ California andsome in Canada. 'Up and 14 days. • • ' a ' to within a few months ago she was Vawarozez:-In Listowel, On Jan. 20; bright and active. - James Vanstone, sr., aged 81 years AccepEaree-A very painful accident, and 22 days. which have proved fatal, hap- LO4A.11'.-,Tin Stanley, tot 6, Concession pened to Mr. Edward P. .Sweitzer, on 5, on San. 31, james Logan, agea 70 Lot Hi, concession 8, Downie,. formerly years, 4 months. , of this place, and:whese father 'bis here atpreeent. He was in .hts barn attending to the machinery connected With the windmill and while making a slight repair in a horizontal shaft he became entangled' in the coupling which euns along above the 'cattle to the root pulper. Ris clothes became Did you ever have that entangled and he was nearly strangled little tickling spot in your Shepherd and Ike Buchanan. -The to death. Nelson Switzer, hearing his throat? Felt as if ybu regular quarterly meeting' services 'screaras, hurried to the scene and was couldalmost touch it with were held on Sunday. In the morning horrifiedcou to see his father hanging to „ . it ? H Rev. Mr. Quante preached,. arid Dr. the shaft apparently lifeless but re- your finger, ,didn'tow Medd assisted with the fellowship tained great presence of mind quick- hard you tried to reach it but couldn't 1 It's easy with VaDoe. isniveeptisenlgw. alsnathmeineisyteenreindgs the Lord'e lwyrteunrenhtinnag hthise kmniiilel outfromofhigse epro catnedt Cresolene, for you breathe it. There's -At the last cut him loose, and after an hour and a MEMBERS RE7ELEOTED. annual meeting of the Women's Auxi- halfhe was restored to consciousness. sfitoothpininggitnh'etshee twicokrilidng7cuouagi btos ;itafnoar nary the following were re -elected: --Dr. Paul, of Sebringeille, was tele- p President, Mrs. Clegg; Vice Pees., Mrs, phoned for and after .careful examin- it's so pleasant, too. For asthma, p, ,, iii Petty; See,y,, Miss E. Johnston; a tion found that four of his ribs were croubronchitis catarrhand Trees., Mrs. McKay. The reports of broken, his head severely cut and oth- whooping_cough, ies the great the Secretary and 'Ilreasurer were very er portions of the body badly, bruised. satisfactory and the asnal aPP1'.0Pria- The PatienOS now doing as well as,remedy., tions vvere made to the several.' Dio- ettia be expected under the circurnstare vereetreseleee Is ails by driliffilsts everywherer bestil Pledges. The Society met Thurs. ces. His many friends here are eero AVaPa-cresolene outfit, including the Vaporizer ana ,day ana are malzieg up some garments to bear of his accident, but are pleased, Cresoiene, Lamp which should last a life.time, and a bottle of complete, Stso; extra supplies of eves°. t. ustrated booklu. 'for a faillilY recently burned out. to know len° 25 acmes an o dentsIllco!uain that he is recovering. Ing physicians' testimenials tree upon requestt. VAPO. CIRUOS11991, CO., ISO Fulton sc., now York, %Saito BIRTHS. WatsrEit.-In Exeter, on Jan. 28, to Mr. and. Mrs. Thomas Webster, son. ST4NCON11310.-Iii Exetee, jahe James Stancombe, in his 70th,' That Spot.