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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Times, 1915-05-20, Page 8Page S THE WINGHAM TIMES May 20th 191$ MINOR LOCALS. —Big celebration in Wingham on Dominion Day, ---Contractor McLean Is making good progress on the sen er work on Edward street, —Mr. J. W. Dodd is having his resid- ence on Catherine street veneered with brick. —Big celebration in Wingham on Dominion Day. —The June sessions of the Huron County Council will open at Goderich on Tuesday, June 1st. .—Buy your railway tickets from H. B. Elliott, Town Agent for the G. T. R. at the TIMES office. —Next Monday—Victoria Day—will be a public holiday, and all places of business will be closed. —Cash paid for goose and duck feathers at Walker & Clegg's Uphol- ster Factory, Wingham, Ontario. — Mr. J. H. Stephenson has purchased from Mr. T. M. Henderson, the house and lot on Diagonal street, known as the Kent property. ANNOUNCEMENTS, &c. Notices Under This Read ten cents aline for drat insertion; sive cents for subse- quent Insertions. HOUSE TO Ran --Apply to J. A. McLean. FOR SALE -'- Man's Bicycle,almost new. Apply at Times Office. TRUNKS AND VAI,isES:—Big stock of select from at lowest prices. W. J. GREER. FOR RENT—House and shop on Vic- toria Street together or separately. Apply to George Wraith. tf WANTED—At once. Four furnished rooms, suitable for light housekeeping. Apply at TIMES Office. 14'0R SALE—A quantity of lumber and tly taken ertson, gentleman's terian Church kindly leave —The first sitting of the Court of Revision for the Town of Wingham will be held in the Council Chamber on Tuesday, May 25th. Mangle Seed and Turnip Seed, Sor- gun„ Essex Dwarf. Rape seed, Millett seed. All fresh seed. Get your seed at Mills.—J. A. MILLS. — A number of small evergreen trees have been placed in front of the Bruns- wick hotel which adds very much to the beauty of the property. —Coun. Bell is able to be around again after his illness, though not yet fully recovered. Many friends wish him a speedy recovery. — Angus McDonald, the well-known proprietor of the Queen's hotel at Kin- cardine, died at his home in that town on Wednesday of last week. —Mr. A. G. Smith. of the Advance, has moved his household effects to Wingham this week, leasing the rooms over Thompson's grocery store. —A new time table went into effect on the G. T. R on Saturday last. Therc are no changes in the time of trains arriving at or departing from Wingh am. —A pioneer resident of Listowel pass- ed away in Toronto on Sunday in the person of Mr George Maynard, in his 81st year. Deceased was an uncle of H. B. Elliott of THE TIDIES. —Shareholders of the Farmers' Bank of Canada are liable under the double liability clause of the Bank Act. This was the decision of Official Referee J. A. MacAndrew, given to -day in a test case brought by Mr. James R. Lindsay. —We are pleased to report that Mr. J. W. McKibbon has about completely recovered from his illness and is again able to take up his duties at his drug store. Mary friends are pleased to see Mr. McKibbon again attending to his business. SEED CORN—Just arrived from the Growers. Get your Seed Corn at Mills and ensure a good crop. All hand se- lected, Early. Learning Bailey: White Cap, Wisconsin No. 7, Best Silo Corn grown, also Comptons Early, King Phillip and North Dakota in Flints, Shelled or on the cob.—J. A. MILLS. timber taken from house rec down, Apply to Geo. T. R, Will the party who too overcoat from the P e on Sunday evening st same at TIMES Office. NOTICE --1 am prapared to again lots in the cemetery in good s the rate of $1 per lot for tb Orders left with John F. Clerk, will be given pro ROBT. DEYELL . AUCTION SALE—Mr. E. McDonald will hold an auction s of mulch cows and calves at Teeswa r, on Saturday afternoon, May 22n Cattle are of very best quality. J, , n Purvis, auction- eer. 54-2 SEED CORN—We have extra good samples of all kinds of. seed corn this year. Dents—White Cap. Leeming, Bailey. Wisconsin No. 7, Southern Sweet. Flints—Compton's Early, King Phillip, North Dakota. Also Mangold seeds of all kinds. HoWSoN & BROCKLEBANK. ep e at eason. es, Town attention. PERSONALS Mrs. Chas. Donaldson visited her mother, in Lucknow, on Wednesday. Mr. John Leathorn, of Stratford was visiting for a few days with friends in town. Mrs. 0. Thompson and children are visiting with relatives and friends in Stratford. Dr. Stevenson, Mayor of London, visited with Dr. Kennedy on Saturday of last week. Mr. Fred Morris has accepted a position in Oshawa and left for that place on Friday last. Mrs. Ed. Laundy visited at the home of her parents, in Wingham, during the week.—Blyth Standard. Mrs. Carrick has returned home after spending the past few months at Peele Island, Detroit and other places. Mrs. John Schoenhals and two daughters, of Clinton are visiting at the home of her brother, Mr. Adam Schaefer. Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Elliott were at Listowel on Tuesday, attending the funeral of Mr. Elliott's uncle, the late George Maynard. Mrs. (Rev.) J. W. Hibbert was in London this week attending the annual convention of the Women\s Missionary Society of the Methodist Church. Mr. J. A. Brandon, of Belgrave and Mr. T. S. Brandon, of town were in Drayton on Monday attending the fun- eral of their brother-in-law, Mr. R. A, Bruce, who passed away on Friday last. —After going to press last week word came to town that E. S. Copeland another of Wingham's soldier boys at the front had been injured. A letter has been received from Mr. Copeland and he reports that he was badly injur- ed in the face and is now in the hospit- al. For the first time in years there were no cases entered for trial at the Assizes, which were on the calendar at Goderich, and the judge was according- ly notified and did not put in an appear- ance, It would seem that the war is affecting litigation as well as everything else. —Last Saturday was a busy day in town, especially in the evening. There were many farmers in to do business, having got through seeding, and the merchants report big business. This is a good place to do business, all right, with our fine stores full of good goods at right prices. —Miss Ethel King will give a pillow- case shower for University of Toronto Base Hospital, No. 5, at her home on Thursday, May 20, from 3 to fi p. m. and from 8 to 10 p. m. The pillow cases should be of bleached cotton, not too fine and 18 by 34 inches. The ladies of Wingham and surrounding country and invited. DIED STEWAitT—At Newbridge, on May 9th, dames Stewart, formerly of Turnberry, aged 78 years and 3 months. MIRI ItotSI;—In Kinloss, on May 11th, ,Elizabeth Mirehouse, aged 27 years, 4 months and 12 days. DUNN -In Grey township, on May 15th, Samuel Dunn, aged p$ years. Lith y -in Brussels, on May 7th, John Lunn, in his 40th year. MAYNARI,—In Toronto, on May 16th, George Maynard, uncle to H. B. Elliott of the Wingham Times, in his 81st year. BRADWIN-yin Wingham, on May 14th Jos. E. Bradwin, aged 72 years, 2 Months and 23 days. DUNN—At his late residence. Lake Shore Road, Stop 25, New Toronto, on Sunday May 16, 1915, Reuben Dunn, in his 75th year. i Special Value. in Ladies' Summer Wear White Voile Waists 5 dol. embroidered voile waists in long and three- quarter length sleeves with high collar or low flare style, sizes 34 to 44, extra value $1.25 and $1.50. Misses' Middy Blouses Newest styles, made from good quality cotton, reff laced at collar and sides trimmed with red and blue, sizes 14 to 20 years. Special $1.00 and $1.25 Summer Vests and Cotton Hose 25 doz. Summer Vests, with short or no sleeves, made from good quality Egyptian cotton, on sale this week 2 for 25c. 20 doz. Cotton Stock- ings, made trom good fast dye cotton, black, tan and white,sizes 8' to .1o. Spec- ial 2 Pair for 25c. 500 Yards Dolly Varden Crepe In pretty•";floral patterns, and plain shades. Special 15c. yard. Fine Mercerised Mull. In shades of pink, sky blue, mauve, tuscan, black and whit;, 40 inches wide extra value 25c. Yard Fancy Printed Chiffon Very sheer, with fine silk finish, in delicate flor- al colorings. Special at 25c, 50c and 75c Yard. Cotton Voiles and Marquesites Very fine quality in nice even weave, specially good for wash dresses. Extra value 25c and 50c. Yd. Hole -Proof Hosiery The hose that are guaran. teed to withstand the wear and if not, satisfactory, they will be replaced free of charge. A guarantee goes with every pair.. Sold in boxes of 3 and 6 pairs. 6 pairs Lisle for - $2.00 6 pairs silk Lisle for 3.00 3 pairs silk for - - 3.00 Crown Silk Hose An imported hose made from extra quality silk warp full fashioned and fast dye, colors, black, white,sky,pink paddy, canary, new battle- ship grey. Extra value $1.50 a pair. Niagara Maid Silk Gloves The new glove, noted for its good fitting and wearing qualities, in long or short lengths, latest styles shown with black Paris points. Special 50c, $1, $1.25 Pair Canadian Maid Silk Under- skirts Made from extra quality messaline silk with deep p', eating and patented waist band,black and latest shade's Special at $4, $5, $6. Headquarters for Housefurnishings, Stair Carpets, Rugs, Squares, Printed and Inlaid Linoleums, Window Shades, Brass Rods, Curtains, Etc 'Phone 71 ititimmessitIalloalia191128818 CHURCH NOTES. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. The regular meeting of Maitland Presbytery and the annual meeting of the Women's Missionary Societies were held in Teeswater on Tuesday. Communion service will be held in St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church at the morning service on Sunday, May 30th. BAPTIST CHURCH Subjects—Morning, "Portraits from an ol:i Gallery" The Courage of Christ. Evening, Types, of Deciples, "Two Disciples who were workers." Solo, "Crossing the Bar" by Mrs. P. Fisher. A. C. Riley, Pastor. CHURCH OP ST. PAUL THE APOSTLE. Next Sunday is Whitsunday, the an- niversary of the birthday of the Christian Church, and one of the three great festivals on which the Church expects every member to re- ceive the Holy Communion. The ser- vices will be characterized by bright- ness in keeping with the spirit of this blessed event. Morning Prayer and Holy Communion at 11 o'clock. a. m. Evensong at 7 o'clock. p.m. Wednesday evening service will be held in the basement at 7 o'clock. Special Vestry meeting on Tuesday evening, May 25th. The Women's Auxiliary will meet on Thursday to pack their bale. KINC$ BRQS Agents for Standard Patterns PRODUCE WANTED. iniMmIBMIRSOMONSEMMERIONJ BORN DRUMMOND —At the Wingham Gener- al Hospital, May 16, to Mr. and Mrs. Errold Drummond, a daughter. Montan ) JESCHKE--GRIGO--At the Methodist Parsonage, Brussels, on May 12th, Mr. Fred Jeschke, of Cranbrook, to Miss Mabel Grigg, of IBelgrave. MORRIS --- DOYLE —At Seattle, on Wednesday, May 5th, by Rev. Father Carroll, Helen Gertrude Doyle, second daughter of Judge and Mrs. Bernard Louis Doyle of Goderich, Ont., to Mr. H a r ry Campbell Morris, manager Canadian Bank of Commerce, Sault Ste Marie, Ont. • %TThNTION! Po the Citizens of Wingham and sur— 7ounding connt2y: .Having ?bought out the grocery business of .4LJ. Bell in Patterson's old stand on Josephine st., I would respectfully solicit a share of valued patronage. We will have on hand a full stock of all livres, also Flour and Feed galore. Give us a trial order. Goods delivered to any part of the town. Highest prices paid for Butter and Eggs: N. K. McLEOD 'Phone 82 Mr. R. T. Cowell, A.L.f'.M. Orga nist and Choirmaster of St. Andrew's Church Teacher of Pianoforte, Singing Violin Pianos and Organs Tuned and Repaired. Wingham, - Ont. JOHN F. 6R0 ISSUER 0 MARRIAGE" ICENSES Town Hall, Wingham PHONES:—Oifice 24 Residence 168 The Ladies' Patriotic Society, work- ing for the Iced Cross Society, will hold a sale of home-made baking and candy in the Council Chamber on Saturday afternoon of this week commencing at 2.30 o'clock. You are asked to assist in i this good work. SPRING COAL If you want to secure the lowest price of the year, buy your winter coal now. If you want good service along with the best coal mined, let us fill you bin with genuine D. L. & W. Scranton, which has ' no equal, Call at our office and get our prices for everything in the fuel line. —o— J. A. McLEAN DEALER IIs LUMBER, COAL, WOOD AND SHINGLES. Proms : Residence 55, Office 64a, Mill 64b MAXWELL New 1915 Model $925' 17 New Features We have on display the auto- mobile sensation of the age—the New 1915 Maxwelk We want to show you this car which has every virtue of the highest priced American or for eign car, and a number of im- provements not found in any other car at any price. This "Wonder Car" with Elec- tris Safe -Starter. and Electric Lights only $70 extra. We have on hand a few second hand, autos which will be sold cheap. Headquarters for Repairing and all kinds of Repairs. ROBERTSON & TURNER Local Agents WINGHAM - ONT. J. I D000ratillg and Palutiug CI 13 NOW is the time for Spring House-clean- ing. You will want your rooms papered and painted. All the latest ideas. City experience. Satisfaction guaranteed. A. trial order is all 1 ask. See me at Roderus' shoe shop. • mt R. Scott woot000s000Ptoostomowotiboorsoft000bo A Few Thongs We Want to be Known We have two distinct prices namely CASH and CREDIT and the cash price is .exactly the same as the lowest price in any Cana- dian catalogue, In fact we make it a point to procure boots and shoes similiar to those advertised in catalogues besides other lines which we think suited for our trade and in addition we tack the soles and sew the rips on shoes bought from us FREE OF CHARGE, If it should so happen that we have not got the exact kind you desire we will procure them for you on the distinct understanding that if they do not suit you are under no obligation to keep them., Another ma• tet• which we wish fully under- stood is—supposing you live 2, 3, 5 or in fact anywhere within zo miles of Wingham we will send shoes to you on approval—we pay postage and if what we send you is not satis- factory return them to us and we will refund not only the cash you have sent but also the . return postage. Try it some day you are busy and cannot get to town. We will do the rest.. We take butter and eggs in trade and allow the very highest prices. Eggs for this week• will be 21C. We wish it under- stood, however, that when eggs or butter are to apply on account the price would be one cent less. We do shoe repairing as usual. Either bring it to our store or to MR. T. D. HOLMES, and same will receive prompt attention. Next Monday,May 24th, being a national holiday this Store will be closed all day. W. H. WILLIS & CO. SOLE AGENTS (peen FOR LADIES s%i; >l�lSAVE MisillEY By Buying at the Great 11/ , Bargain Centre. Comfort Soap. Dress Goods. t11 7 t1� ilkOi Oi till• t11 for bars Comfort 'Soap Fashionable Dress i11 Goods at 25per cent. - - 25c. 111 less than elsewhere. t1i Coats lu' $5.00 Coats for $1.98 \1i Children's Spring Coat i1! worth $5.00 for $1.49 oil, and $1.98 • !fit, Prints and Muslins. f. A big variety of Prints ff't' and Muslins worth i'1 l2;1 -c, for only 9c yard. 1.111, 50c Wide Embroidery, I 29c yard yII While they last, an ex- ceptional snap, all ffl worth 50c yard, for 29c (0' 41 3 cans of Peas, Corn, or Beans for 25c. Sugar. 13 lbs. ofthe best for - - $1.00 ff ! Shoes. ! R. M. LINDSAY fft • FORMERLY B i g reductions o n Men's, Women's and Children's Shoes, be sure to:come here. Hosiery. 15c Hose for 20c Hoselfor 254Hose for 10c pair 14c pair 19c pair Men's Suits at Cost. Butter and Eggs same as Cash. 1. 4!. rpY ' f Merchants�Brokera e Co >