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Exeter Advocate, 1904-12-15, Page 8Ther Record Bought with Confidence. Worn. with satisfaction. THAT'S THE RECORD OF EVERY SUIT WE SELL, REIT EMBER WE OFFER YOU 'The Suitt That Lasts. The Suit That Fits. The Suit That Holds The Greatest Value for Your Money W. W. TAMAN Merchant Tailor. "Vssaea-assa -se air sErs2gissUssar FOCAL DOINGS.41 Perhaps your good lady would like a fur coat fora Xmas. box. See Ste- wart's stock of furs. Harvey Bros. Star flour certainly is a leader. The Exeter skating rink opened for the season last week. Mrs. Silas Handford is confined to the house through illness. See how the Sovereign Bank can assist you in their Ad, front page. $1 Pays for the ADVOCATE until December 31st, 1905. Mr. Walter Stewart, of St. Marys, on. Thursday last purchased Mr. Wm. Hawkshaw's fine driver. The largest assortment of perfumes in town. See our- famous French. Odors. Hocvey's Drug Store. Some millers are becoming very jealous over our flour; if you have never triedit, try it and see what they are jealous for.—Harvey Bros. A -full line Perfumes, Purses, Hair Brushes, Cigar Oases, Fancy Mirrors, suitable for Christmaspresents at 0. Lutz's Oentral Drug Store, Exeter. The inmates of the House of Refuge consumed 4661 lbs. of bread in the past three months. H. Bartliff has the con- tract for supplying this institution. The Huron Poultry and Pet Stock Association, will hold their annual ex- hibition in January, on the 3rd, 4th and 5th, in the town hall, at Goderich. Mr. J. H. Greive, instead of going to Parry Souncl as he last week expected, has accepted a position with Gordon, Mackay & Co., and will travel for them after the New Year. Don't forget Eyeglasses or Specta- cles make one of the finest Xmas pre- sents. We will test eyes anytime that suits your friend. We guarantee sat- isfaction. Howey's Drug Store. Improved English Stock Food also Columbian Stock Food and Interna- tional, Herbageum, Cow Cure Hesse's, American Horse Tonic, etc. For sale at 0. Lutz'S Central Drug Store, Exe- ter. Mr. P. B. Dignan, a popular young traveller who has been with William Ellis, of London, dealer in Harness Makers' supplies, has accepted a more -lucrative .position, with Adams Bros., of Toronto, and will go on the road for the Toronto firm after January 1st. Mr. Dignan spent Saturday and Sun- day here with his parents. Tbe Trio of Artists, MissAnnaBeck- ett, Soprano Soloist of Detroit, Miss Mildred Godwin, Reader of Exeter, and Mr. Will McLeod, Comedian of of Seaforth, will appear in the Exeter Opera House on Monday, Dec. 19th, and give a first-class concert. The usual prices are charged for admission. If you want anything in combs we have the Up-to-date lines. A pleas- ure to show them. Howey's Drug Store. The choicest lot of fancy Xmas. crockery we have seen is at Ste- wart. . LUST ARRIVED! ON THE RUN TO SEE WELL. JOHNS' NEWLY RECEIVED Fail and Winter Goods In Tweeds and Worsteds Ranging in Price from $14.00 to $20.00 Cal and Examine Them. W. JOHNS Ierohaft Tailor, Enter, ODtarto We have the latest in both Ladies.' 1 Quality is everything. That's why and Gentlemen's Purses and Pocket- books. Ask to see them. Howey's. Drug Store. Exeter flour is 80 much In demand, It Boats Their All. It has always been admitted that the Venally Herald and Weekly Star of Montreal clearly outclasses and dis- tances all the other weeklies, and is looked upon as the one great fa roily and farm paper of this continent. This year the publishers have surely reach- ed the limit as to what one dollar can purchase in the newspaper line, fof never before have we seen such a handsome picture as "The Princess at Work," and such a grand paper as. the Family herald and Weekly Star,. offered together for one dollar. Other city weeklies and dollar a year daily papers may attempt to follow the Fam- ily Herald, but it is only an attempt. There is only one best, and that is without doubt the Family. Herald and Weekly Star of Montreal Municipal Owutership. A public meeting of the ratepayers of the village was held in the Town Hall, on Tuesday night last. to discuss the matter with a view to purchasing. the present plant and system of Elec- tric lighting or making such other ar- rangements as may be necessary for the betterment of the present condi- tion of affairs. The meeting was not largely attended, thus demonstrating a sad lack of interest in the welfare of the town. However, the meeting was called to order by Reeve Bissett about 8.30 o'clock, when Dr. Rollins was as- signed to the chair and O.H. Sanders appointed Secretary. The chairman explained the object of the meeting. and the matter pros. and cons. was dis- cussed very thoroughly although very little data could be furnished towards taking any definate action in the mat. ter. A report was read from F. W. Farucowbe, civil engineer, of London, regarding the construction of a new dam, the water supply, etc. He es- timates the cost at a small amount over $2,400, and says the supply of water would be ample to run an elec- tric plant nine months oat athe year. After a thorough discussion of the matter it was moved by Mr. D. A. Ross, seconded by Mr. T. H. McCallum, and adopted, that this meeting put on record their desire that the council as- sume ownership of the electric light system of the village. It was also moved by Mr. T. B. Carling, seconded by Mr. Arch. Hodgert and adopted that the Council of the village be here- by authorized tosecurefrom Mr. 0.13. Snell an option or price of his electric light plant and system, and also to se- cure the services of an expert to value Mr. Snell's plant, the old machinery in the Howard property and give an estimate cost of an entirely new plant. The meeting adjourned short- ly after ten o'clock. It is a most de- plorable fact that a deeper interest is not manifested by the ratepayers in matters pertaining to the town's wel- fare and where such lack of interest exists it means in a very short space of time a dormant and dead town.. There is no excuse, whatever, for such a state of affairs and those ratepayers who made themselves conspicuous by •their absence have added nothing to their credit. School Concert a Success. A very large and appreciative audi- ence was in attendance at the Annual Concert given under the auspices of the Exeter Public School in the Opera House on Friday evening of last week. Many of the parents, guardians and. others who have completed their school education, as well as some hundreds. of the boys and girls were present,and to say that old and young were pleased with the excellence of the entertain- ment is to put it very mildly.' A few branches of evergreen and a strip of, bunting over the tops of the boxes,. stretching across the front of the hall, and bearing the word "Citizenship" added considerable to the appear- ance of the room. The program was long and varied and was given entire- ly by those connected directly with. the school. Mr. H. E. Huston, chair- man of the School Board, occupied the chair very acceptably and deliver- ed a neat little address to introduce the program. The piano duets by Estella Spackman .and Edna Dow, and by Edri rpow and Elmore Senior, 'as well as the violin 'and piano .duet by Roy. Farmer and Elsinore Senior were" much appreciated; the readings by George Wambold and Dyer Hurdon and the recitation by Mary Murray were of an interesting character.. Ex- cellent solos were rendered by Mr. Fleming, principal of the school and Tom Carling, both of whom are pos- sessed of good voices. The principal's solo "Only an Emigrant seeking a Home" was heartily applauded .and his encore, "The Sentinel Asleep" was equally pleasing. "They're Coming Back. to Canada To -Day" was the title of that new and popular songsung by Tom Darling and it brought forth much applause. The Glee Club, con- sisting of boys and girls of the High School De fitment a pa s ng two choruses that were unusually good; while .the ribbon drill of the younger girls was remarkably well performed, the sev- eral difficult • movements being, done without a hitch. An interesting num- ber on the program was the"Trial Scene" from the Merchant of Venice, the characters beim: Duke, Harvey Gardiner; Shylock, George Wambold; Antonio, Alvin Brintnell; Portia, Maude Taylor; Bassanio, H. Borland; Nerissa, Vera Cobbledick; Gratianc, Dyer Hurdon; Clerk, Torn Carling. The scene was well depicted, eonsider- ing the fact that the ordinary rtwenti- eth century clothingwas used, and each character was well taken, the heavy role of Portia being particular- ly well played by Maude Taylor. Per- haps the central feature of interest in. the entertainment was the debate on "Resolved that the limited Monarch- ical Government is better than the Republican:" The debaters were stu- dents in the High School Department, the affirmative being taken by Tom Carling and Edith Moncur, while the negative was taken by Oliver Gray- biel and Victoria Miners. Lengthy and welt l preparedpapers were read. by those who took part and thesubject in all its phases was very ably handled, both as to method and matter. The judges, Revs. Martin, Perkins and God- win, must have had difficulty in de- ciding which side brought forth the better argument, but when the time for summing up the debate carue Rev. Martin, as spokesman, stated that the judges had unanimously decided that the affirmative had won out by a nar- rowmargin. The proceeds amounted to $77. The excellent sleighing has made business very brisk in town during the past week or more, Several. merchants report that last Saturday was the busiest day in town for some mouths. The following members of the Mod- el School class, at Goderich, have secured positions asteachers for 1905: —Miss Winona Howard, Winchelsea Miss Clara Kienzel, Crediton; Miss Clara Kaehler, Dashwood. Miss Flossie Taylor, who has been saleslady with Messrs. Popplestone & Gardiner, on Thursday last left for London, where she has accepted a similar position at Chapman's Store. By her winning ways and obliging manner she has made herself uniform- ly popular with young and old. Don't forget that you are invited to attend the Sale of Work in the Trivitt Memorial School Hall, to -morrow (Friday)afternoon and evening. There will be a splendid display of fancy and useful articles very suitable for Christ- mas gifts. The sale will open at four o'clock.. Refreshments served. .Ad- mission 10 cts, Rev. W. M. Martin, Pastor of Caven Presbyterian Church, narrowly escap- ed serious injury on Saturday evening last. While exercising his new spirit- ed driver the bit on the bridle broke and a lively escapade followed. The horse took to the ditch and pursued a very irregular course dodging trees, telephone poles and other obstacles. The driver hung on with avengeance irrespective of his perilous ride and finally subdued the gingery beast. He escaped without the least injury, but his position was not one to envy. Each day something occurs unknown to us, and once more we ask our sub- soribers and others to hand in any news they come across. Some per- sons iftheydo this we will that 0 think think they want to see their name in print. This is a very erroneous idea. We consider the handing in of those items favors and the people who hand them in are our warmest friends. And just a whisper, every newspaper office deals in a confidential way, much as does a lawyer, and we are not going out on the street to talk about private affairs. • Mr: J. Reilly, of Farquhar, the mail - carrier between Farquhar and Dublin, experienced a runaway in town last Saturday evening, His horse became frightened at the power house and.de- tached itself from all but the harness and shafts, and,rau down Main street at a lively gait, kicking the shafts at every jump. When in front of Dr. Ramsay's office the shafts decended over a tie -post, and brought the beast to a sudden standstill. Mr. Jos. Baw- den, who was just stepping onto the sidewalk, was struck by the horse but only slightly injured. The driver and horse were unhurt. Get busy, boys, if you wish to make your mark in this world. We don't mean busy at smoking cigarettes, hanging around stores and saloons, but busy at something that will do yon good when you strike out for your- self. All kinds of business men are on the lookout for busy young men. They are needed every day in the year. The busy boy keeps from cultivating bad habits, keeps his mind clear, and his reward will come just as surely as two and two make four. Watch the busy boys of your acquaintance and see if they are not the ones that get good positions and almost walk up the lad- der of success and fame. Wanted. Girl or woman for kitchen work. Apply to COMMERCIAL HOTEL, Exeter. Coming. Dr. Butler, London, will be at the Central Hotel, on Thursday, Dec. 22, all day, for Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat consultations. Eyes tested and glasses supplied. acing Out of Business. Mr. John T. O'Brien, who recently disposed of his bakery business and purchased Mr. Win. Trevethick's grocery and provision store, has sold his stock to Mr. J. A. Stewart, and others, and has accepted a position as traveller with a London Grocery firm. Mr. O'Brien is a man of genial disposition and the firm, he is about to represent may congratglate them- selves on securing his services. His duties will commence the first of the new year. Anniversary Services. The Anniversary services of James Street Methodist Church were held on Sunday last. Tbe congregations morning and evening were large and the services bright and inspiring.. Rev. George Webber, of Toronto, a former pastor, delivered two excellent ser- mons. It is some twenty-three years ago that the Rev. 'gentleman left here and while time has had its effects on his physical nature, he has lost none of the old time eloquence that be wielded with such influence for good during his pastorate in James Street Church. The full choir rendered the anthems and hymns with very pleas- ing effect, while the solos by Miss Karn, of Brantford, were much appre- ciated She has asplendid voice, easy manner, clear enunciation and sings with pleasing sweetness. On Monday evening one of those old fashioned tea meetings, that are so much enjoy- ed by everybody, was held in the base- ment of the church; needless to say it was largely attended, Tea was served from 5.80 to 8 p.m. and the abundance• Dice delicacies of chrovided for the occasion, including that good old pal- atable dish, Devonshire Dream, goes to reflect creditable skill on the part of the ladies who had charge. The tea over all repaired to the body of the church where an intellectual treat was in store. Dr. Mannon had charge of the program and performed the duties in his usual happy and pleasing manner. The singing by Miss Barn was heartily encored and the recite - tions iwere admirably tlons by Miss Godwin y rendered and were enthusiastically applauded, The address delivered by Rev. George Webber .was an able ef- fort and listened to most attentively fry his hearers, On the whole this Anniversary was probably the most successful James Street has ever had, The entire proceeds amounted to $260. Why not buy your wife one of those swell dinner sets for a _Zmas. box at Stewart's? For a Special occasion Like Christman We have laid in a fresh supply of all kinds of Candies and Nuts. Bou - Bon from 25c. to $1.25. Pretty, very pretty Bon -Bon Satchels, just the lat- est and low in price. Oranges and Lemons from the best markets Our Orangeshave very de- licious flavors. HOLLY For sale at close prices, Up -to -Date Bakery and Confectionery Wm. Statham. North of Post Office. 1 Stewart's is the spot for special values in Xmas. fruits, ants and ,can- dies. Died in Detroit. It will be sad news to many to learn of the death of Mr. Joseph Smith, of Detroit, a former well known and highly respected resident of Exeter, who passed away in that city on De- cember 1st, after only afew' days ill- ness of pneumonia. It will be remem- bered that deceased for many years conducted a carriage and wood work- ing shop here and by his strict integ- rity and honest dealings made many warm friends who will much regret to bear of his demise.. He left Exeter for Detroit about seventeen years ago and has resided in that pity ever since His death took place at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Shupe. He is sur- vived' by two sons and two daughters. Died in Duluth.. The news of the death of Mr. Sam- uel Gridley was received here on Tues- day morning last with deep regret, al- though it was not in the least unex- pected. Some few weeks ago the de- ceased, accompanied by his wife and family, moved to Dulutb,Minn., where two of the sons have been residing for some time. At the time of his remov- al his health was at a very low ebb and it was thought by nearly every person that his enfeebled constitution would not withstand so long a journey. He managed, however, to reach , Duluth but he grew no better and slowly waning in strength he passed peace- fully away. .The deceased has been a victim of a complicationof diseases for several years and during that time has suffered a great deal of pain as well as being almost helpless. The deceased was one of thebest known and also one of the first business men of Exeter. He came to the town when it was in its infaucy and embark- ed in the undertaking business, which he followed until his health gave way and be was compelled to retire. He was a thorough' re usician and for many years was leader of the Exeter Band. He also gave lessons on the violin and the students who came under his tu- ition can testify to his able and superi- or abilities as a teacher and to his prac- tical knowledge of music. He was a man of generous disposition, of more than the average intelligence and was highly respected by all who knew him. Deceased was a member of Lebanon Forest Lodge, No. 183, A.F. & A.M., and also a member of the Canadian Order of Foresters, under• whose aus- pices the funeral will take place, to the Exeter Cemetery, on the arrival of the remains here. Besides a sor- rowing widow, he is survived by three sons and one daughter, who will have the sympathy of their many friends, The remains will arrive aa Exeter Station tbis (Thursday) morn- ing at 9,80 o'clock, and will be taken to the Trivitt Memorial. Church where service will be conducted at two o'clock • p•m• Additional Locals on Ist Page 17. PERSONAL. Mr. Olin Hooper, of Blyth, is visit- ing relatives here. Mr. Daniel Prior, of Clinton, is visit- ing his, brother Thomas. - Miss Laura, Davis, of Seaforth, spent the, past week with her parents. Mrs. AL'Oanning, of Loridon, is vis- iting friends in .town the guest of Mrs. Jos. Sutton. Miss Mary Brock has returned from a three months' visit in Centralia and St. Thomas. • Miss Beulah Beaver, of Orediton, was : the guest of Mrs. Geo. Mantle Sunday and Monday. Mr. Percy Hooper returned last week from Calgary, where he has been dur- ing the past autumn. Mr. and Mrs. Orr, of. Clinton, and Rev. and Mrs. Snell, of Bayfield, were guests of Mr. James Snell Monday. Mr. Mervin Hueston, who has been attending the College of Pharmacy in Toronto, is visiting his parents here. Mr. W. J. ldawksbaw, of Souris, Man., is here visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs, Wm. Hawkshaw, for a few days. Mr. Castor Willis returned home from the North West, after spending the past summer barbering in Yellow, Assa. Miss Lille Johns, who has been vis- iting her sister, Mrs. Goodison, at Sar - vies for several weeks, eeks, returned home Saturday. Miss Adella Willis returned home to her parents in Exeter North last Monday after an absence of several weeks with her sister, Miss Jessie Wil- lis, of Sarnia. Mr. A. J. Roliinsa of Detroit, is here this, week combining business with pleasure. Mr. Rollins says he still re- tains a warm spot in his heart for old Exeter andthat it is illva i s a source y of great pleasure to renew acquaint- ances in town. Cook's Cotton Root Compound le eneeee.tnhy need monthly by over I0,000Ladietl. Sate,etteetuel: Lidicesek _your esteem for Cookie Cenci RON Cent mtTske no other, Mall Iliztnree, pill. nd s are dsngerone. Price No. 1,'11 per best No. it 10 degrees etronger,$L per box. No. 1 or Si Mailed on reoelpt ofprice and tee I-eent l,t�ani�pe�. Th. Cook Company Wibdeor Ont.,• yt'No.. l Ind 2.old and reeonimollded by' at MAp0411b1e Dru54ietit in Canada, smeeseeisseeesessseeeerk AYLMER WELL PUMP. represents the Aylmer double acting well pump as shown in the well, with three way cock and side pipe for conveying ing water to barn or wherever needed. Will force water any distance and to any ele- vation required with ease, STOVES: If you are in need of a good cook stove or range it will be to your advantage to call and see our stock before purchasing, as we have a large stock to choose from. We have also s h air -tights, hot blast base burners, etc. • We make a specialty of Furnace work, Eave- troughing, Baths and Fixtures, Plumbing of all kinds." CEMENT : We have the Durham cement constantly on hand. T. HAWKINS &' 1 °Y aN. A �V..��AT'k 31 �a �'a �4.hal •.v �AA� his Pi,' ,+ ,V la, nE n Furniture 1 Furniture 1 We have on exhibition at our warerooms the Largest and Best Assorted Stock of Furniture of all kinds ever offered to the Public, and which we are selling at Prices that cannot be beaten anywhere in Canada. We invite all intending purchasers to visit our store and compare our goods and prices before placing orders. WE CAN SAVE YOU MANY DOLLARS, We guarantee every purchase, large or small, to he entirely satisfactory. ROWE & ATKINSON Undertakers and Furniture Dealers. icUtalIMIRMITN AS. BUYING, The leaving of . Christmas shopping until the day before is not a good plan. It's a far better policy to chose now for more than one reason. It will be much to your advantage to purchase now and at this Store. To make your selections now ensures a larger and more complete stock to choose from. LADIES Fancy Waistings, Belts, Gloves, Hose, Fancy. Collars, Furs, Etc., CENTS Gloves, Ties, Mufflers, Shirts, Cuffs and Cuff Links, Shoes, Etc. A large range of silk and embroidered handkerchiefs. Don't miss seeing them. E. J. PAOKMAN•' Furniture and Undertaking. To make room for Xmas Goods fi w We CXare going to give some Big Bargains in Bedroom Suites and Couches. = === N X W. C. HUSTON Practical Embalmer Opera Block. c FELT SHOES FOR Men, :Women and Children. Just opened up a lot of differ- ent styles Felt Goods, But- ton, ton. Lace ' Gaiters & Slippers. � ply ■ Prices:75c.,$1, $1.25, $1.50 A fine assortment •of Over- shoes, in allthe latest styles. All Sizes and all Prices. ff