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The Wingham Advance, 1911-09-14, Page 1The Wingham �id�ance. 40TH YEAR, NO. 3, WING TIAM, ONT., THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 1911.. >dUBSC UPTIQN $1604 Twin 124 INU,,$ IP BOLD LANGUAGE THIS. Mr. Prince, member of the United States House of Representatives, in his speech on Reciprocity in the House, eaid :—"Have I not a right to say that this is the first step toward annexation? The present speaker of this House, in the last session of Congress, said that he was in favor of taking Canada, as a part of the United States, and. this was the first step toward annexation. He has never denied that statement. I say to my neighbors of the north : Be not deceived. When we go into a country and get control of it,, we take it. It is our history,, and it is right that we should take it if we want it, and you might as well understand it," Liberal speakers and newspapers attempt to pooh-pooh the idea that Reciprocity has any tendency toward annexation. But when leading statesman of the United States and 'responsible newspapers aver that such is the case, it is evident that there is danger. Diatnissing the case with a flourish of the hand and "pooh-pooh" does not alter the situation, and is no argument whatever. BINDS THE WRONG. WAY. Hon. Clifford Sifton, formerly member of the Laurier Cabinet, said recently :—"Binding the scattered provinces of Canada together? Reci- procity will bind, but it binds the other way ; it binds British Columbia to Oregon, to Washington and California ; it binds the provinces of the North West to the States south of them ; it binds Ontario and Quebec to the States south of us, and it binds the maritime provinces to the New England States. And we are expected to believe that a policy of that kind is a broad national policy." SANCTUM PARAGRAPHS. -Keep out the thin end of the wedge. « ** —As to Reciprocity, "lock the stable door before tie horse is gone." w * * — We'd have had no say in the mat- ter if it hadn't been fur Borden. * R * —"We are just as loyal as you are" say our Liberal friends. Why certain- ly you are. But then, why these sneers and jeers about "waving the flag." w w • —The Liberal orators have ceased trying to explain how living will be cheaper and the cost of food at the same time higher. It was so trans- parent, it became a real joke. — Come, let us reason. Is a country that raises more food stuffs than it consumes, likely to be a good market for the Canadian farmer ? Common sense answers—"No." * ** —Mr. Frank McDougall of Allen - ford is well-known to the editor of the Advance. He is a stock -dealer and a staunch Liberal. He says, that if Reciprocity passes, the price of lambs must drop. That is another item on which the farmer will lose. * * * —President Taft in his great speech called Reciprocity with Canada THE ENTANGLING WEB. We all know the fate of a' poor fly when it gets into an entangling web. Canadians do not need to walk in with their eyes wide open. * * * —"There is something in Recipro- city" says one. We are inclined to believe there is, for nearly every pa- per in Canada supporting Reciprocity receives advertising patronage from the Dominion Government—the Globe to the extent of about $8,000 a year. * * * —Last spring, potatoes could be purchased in Michigan (part of the wonderful 90 million market) for 15 cts,, a bushel. East Huron farmers know what they got for them. Mr. Fielding's opinion onmarkets is no sounder than on finance when he issued the charter to the Farmers' Bank. * * * —Hon. Mr, Fielding issued a charter to the Farmers' Bank, although warn- ed that the promoters were unreliable. The result was that hundreds of farm- ers were fleeced. This reciprocity fake is another of his mistakes. The first—that is the Bank—was a hum- bug and a fraud. Better fight shy of the other. * * —Before this reciprocity business was mooted, United States manu- facturers invested ,$300,000,000 in Canadian branch factories. That movement has stopped. They hope if this agreement is ratified to do their manufacturing at the parent Ameri- can plants. That is only one way that Canada will suffer. * * —The Commercial editor of the New York Tribune thinks Canada's chance in the "90 million market" very slim. He says :—"If it were a question of the farmers of one country capturing the markets and driving out of business the farmers of the other, those of Canada. would be routed in the unequal contest." * * * —When Washington politicians are once given a voice in the construction of a Canadian tariff, they will never relinquish q sh the privilege. More and more we shall be drawn under Ameri- can domination.` The Government has needlessly brought a crisis upon this country, and patriotic Canadians of both parties should rally to defeat any effort to make us dependent on the United States for arrangement of our fiscal tariff. —Dear Farmer friend, just reflect on the difference between a market and a dumping ground. Canada now has an excellent home market that consumes 80 per cent. of her produce. If Reciprocity passes Canada will be 'a dumpingground for the inferior surplus of United States products, cold storage eggs, etc., etc. That's the difference, and it means some, thing to the farmer. • * * —When the bait is dangled, look out for the hook. The Advance has a letter from W. IL Eleie, formerly of Wingbani, but now in the West. 141x. Hele says the American settlers are anxious for Reciprocity. They realize that the .pact is but the thin edge of the wedge end are anrrione to see the Canadians snap at the bait, knowing that underneath the balt, there lies the annexation hook. « * * --Liberal orators are now advising the farmer to vote for reciprocity because they Will get higher prlcea for their hay. They are not fair enough to tell their audiences, that while a ton In Canada. le 2,000 pounds, a ton in the states is 2,240 pounds. By the time the farther gives the extra 210 lbs., and pays the extra freight to the American market, he Will begin to eppreeiate the hmxte market that Reciprocity ad orates would heasti theta/ awl lift,. *** —In Wingham, eggs are 20 cents per dozen. The day after reciprocity passes (if it does) thousands of dozens of ee gg bought up in Chicago at 13 cents a dozen, and now waiting in cold storage, may be dumped on the Canadian markets, and don't forget it, Mr. Farmer, the price of eggs is regu- lated still and will be as long as hens continue to produce eggs, by the law ofup s pplp and demand, and down will go the Canadian farmer's market for eggs. * * * —The Globe and Star, the Toronto Reciprocity shouters, have acquired unearthly powers. The Globe gives a testimony from a dealer offering to give $5 a head more for cattle if Reci- procity passes, and yet the man died four years ago. The Star quotes a Conservative in favor of Reciprocity, and yet the man sleeps peacefully in his grave in Dungannon cemetery. How on earth do the Globe and Star hold interviews with the dead, anyhow? * « * —Here is a fact of recent occur- rence —A well-known farmer in South Ontario, who belongs to an old Liberal family, has abandoned the Liberal party on the following experi- ence. He recently brought 200 Cana- dian -bred lambs to the Toronto mar- ket, and there encountered a flock of 2000 American lambs, which were sell- ing at a lower price than he could sell at and make a profit. Ile lost $1 00 on each lamb, or $200: What would he lose if the duty were removed? These lambs name from the much boasted "00 million market." * «* --Wingbam factories are all busy, workmen all employed ; it is not easy to get a man for extra work. One factory reports orders ahead sufficient to keep it running all winter. That Is the Canadian condition. Here is the American problem, trona The Boston Neave Bureau, a foremost American firianolal authority, which says : -- "The number of unemployed men in the United Stater, Tit pre- sent Is estiolated at 2,800,000." DO Wirighata vt skren *fah etteir oondittone to prevail In Canada? If not, they will rote a&net Rent- proettt' by Marking Choir pilot for BOWMAN, Wingham Industry Ruined. To the Editor of the Advance. Deem Sin :--Kindly insert the fol- lowing in your valuable paper. Task- ed Mr. Elliott, editor of the Tittles, to insert it, but he refused ;— To The People of Wingham and vicinity. Allow me to say a few words to you before you cast your vote on Sept. 21st. Mr. Graham in his speech on Monday afternoon said, that the salt business would be hit HARD if Reci- procity carried. I want to tell -you how HARD. Just take into consid- eration the thousands of dollars which have gone into the pockets of the farmers in this vicinity, for their wood during the past twenty years. Also between four and five thousand dollars a year in wages, which have been spent in Wingham principally. This amount will be lost by the busi- ness men of this town, if Reciprocity carries. Do you wish to see this amount go into the pockets of the Americans ? Yours Truly, F. ce. SPARLING HiGH SCHOOL NOTES. The attendance is steadily increas- ing. A number of the former • stu- dents returned this week. Four former graduates will take a course in the professional schools, Misses F. Imlay, J. Brock and R. Sherrill at Normal and Mies M. Sher - riff at Model. Arrangements are being made for the Annual Field Day, which will be held early in October on the school campus under the auspices of the Wingham High School Athletic As- sociation. At the recent Departmental examin- ations the following students of the class of 1911 obtained Model School standing :—Misses N. Nicholls, L. Shaw and E. Dickson, and Messrs. A. Knechtel gird F. Johnston obtained partial Pharmacy matriculation stand- ing and will complete their work by passing in one subject next year. Many of the graduates of the Wing - ham High School will be formed in various educational centres during the coming- term, while others will be en- gaged in teaching. Of the class of 1911, Misses E. Stewart, F. Aitchison, and V. Isard and Messrs. R. Gallagher and H. Mutton have secured schools and Misses A. Haines, G. Kennedy, F. Price and M. Jewett and Messrs. S. Elliott and R. Turvey, will attend the Normal Schools. Messrs. J. E. Porter and J. W. Ansley will enter the Faculty of Applied Science in Toronto, and Mr. H. E, Thompson the Faculty of Education. Personals D;. Armstrong of Gorrie was in town on Tuesday. A. H. Wilford was in London last Thursday on business. Mr. and Mrs. Ted. Elliott spent last week with friends in Toronto. Mr. U. Sherk and daughter took an auto drive to London last Friday. Rev. R. S. Baker of London, former- ly of Teeswater, was in town on Mon- day. Miss Mary ,Coulter of Toronto is spending a couple of weeks at her home in town. Miss Maggie Gray of Stratford was the guest of Miss J. McKinley during the past week. Rev. Mr. Milyard of Hensel' and Rev. J. W. ficbbert of Gorrie were in town on Saturday last. Mrs. W. Nicholls and two children, also her sister, Miss Ruffs all of Lon- don, are guests at A. J. Nicholls'. Mr. and Mrs. A. Ogilvie of Stratford' spent a few days with the latter's brother, H, J. Lewis of Turnberry. 0. A. Sherk was a visitor in town over Sunday. He left on Monday for Owen Sound where he enters upon a course in the Business College. Miss Hattie Wellwood, who went West on one of the Uomeseekers' excursions, returned to Toronto on Monday after a very pleasant trip. W. H. Gurney returned on Monday from a trip West, as far as Calgary. He says that grain at some points near that cityi- green yet,and that heavy frosthve visied some parts. Church 'Hews The rresbyteriane of Whitechurch have secured the Rile. Logan Geggie of Toronto to lecture in connection with their anniversary services on October 9th. Subject of lecture ---''The Shamrock, Thistie•and Rose." The Sacrament of the Lord's Sup- per was administered on Sunday last in St. Andrew's Church. Rev. D. Perrle gave an appropriate discourse and a large number obeyed the Mas- ter's command-- "Do this, as oft as ye do it, in remembrance of Me, The annual harvest effort of tire Salvation Army will take place next week. The corps is asking for a con- tinnance of the kindness that has been previously'shown in other efforts by the people of Wingham, The general object of this effort le the keeping of the, poor Corps in the Canadian fieide, bet this year the Wingham Corps is oombining that with an effort to rated more toward the fetid for in - *tailing a farmeee in their hall, Special nerviest Thankegiving eernioes will be held Sunday, So le 24±, oleo on Mondaya sale o!! a+ Mr. Bowman's. Meetings. Meetings in the interests of Mr. James Bowman, Conservative Candi date for East $uron, will be held as follows :-- Westfield.. , ,Thureday, September 14 Belgrave Friday, September 15 Ethel Monday, September 18 Walton, • . • ,Tuesday, September 19 To be addressed by the candidate, A, H. Musgrove, M. P, P., and others. Provincial Winter Pair. This fair is dated Dec, 11 and 15, and the following special prizes have been donated by Huron County Coun- cil for Huron County exhibitors :—For the best beef animal shown by an amateur exhibitor resident of the county of Huron, prize $15; also for the second best beef animal shown by an amateur exhibitor resident of the County of Huron, prize $10. Entertainment September 19th. The Young Ladies' Sodality of the Church of the Sacred Heart, Wing - ham, will give an entertainment in the Opera House on September 19th, High class entertainers have been secured, in the• persons of Geo. Fox, Canada's greatest violinist, Mis's Marietta La Dell, entertainer, and Miss Ada Davis, soprano. Tickets— 25c, 35c, 50c. Plan of seats at McKib- bon's now open. May Not Be Serious. The Exeter Advocate says :—The many friends of Rev. Richard Hobbs regret very much the unfortunate fact that, owing to a sudden change from hot to cold weather during the list week of his stay in Muskoka, one side of his face became paralyzed. It will necessitate his being off duty for rt time at least, A specialist states that the trouble is not serious and that he shortly be well again. Mr. Alvin Mill - son, occupy the pulpit for a few days during Mr. Hobbs' illness. Howick Crop Winners. Following are prize winners in the Standing Field Crop Competition for 1911, oats being the crop :—Harvey Sperling, Gorrie, variety, Sweedish Select, 80}; 2nd, Richard Wilkin, Har- riston, Lincoln, 76; 3rd, Edward Krohn, Gorrie, Swedish Select, 724 ; 4th, Jas. W. Edgar, Fordwich, Swed- ish Select, 72; 5th, E. A. Fallis, Ford- wich, Siberian, 714 ; Highly commend- ed, John Pritchard, Redgrave, Lin- coln, 61; Commended, Chas. Dickert, Redgrave, Ligowa, 68. C. Buchanan, Florence, Judge. Wedded in The West. A very pretty September wedding took place on Wednesday, Sep- tember 6th, at 5 o'clock. at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert West, 139. Alice Ave., Portage La Prairie, (form- erly of Wingham) when their only daughter, Mary J., became the bride of Mr. William Adams of that city, Rev. W. E. Seller officiating. The bride looked lovely in her bridal dress of white embroidery, her only orna- ment being a beautiful gold locket, the gift of the groom, After the con- gratulations were over, the bride and groom led. the way to the dining room, where a most tempting supper awaited the guests. numbering about twenty, including relatives and a few immediate friends. After supper, the bride and groom left for Brandon, where the honeymoon was spent. Until recently the bride has been a Wingham resident, and her many friends join in wishing the newly - married. couple a happy wedded life. WHY DON'T WE FORGET IT. (By Rev. G. Victor Collins, Wingham). Whydon't we forget it, the thing that will smart, That will bow a man's head, as though pierced through the heart? That tale, half-forgotten by all who once knew it, Of the deed, though long done, that makes ever to rue it ; Oh, why do we tell it and waken the sorrow That hopes for each day, while dread- ing the morrow ; Why need we remember, while others regret it, When a far better plan is just to forget it. Why don't we forget it, that thing in the dark ? That spectre of woe, that o'erhangs like a mark ? That secret, close -guarded, whose sudden display Would cause pain and anguish, and utter dismay; Why must we reveal it, tear open the Wound, Bare the quivering nerves that ne healing have found? It would heal in due time, if we only would let it. Oh, a far better plan is just to forget it. Why don't we forget it, the thing that will blight, Will darken the day as with black- ness of night, The thing that Will poison the j )y and the gladness Will banish the ensile, fill each moment with sadness Why need we recall tt? twill only annoy,'" Mix the sweetneee of pleasure with bitter. alloy, To forgive •. wrong done ie not to abet it,. Let ne take the kind way, and simply forget It, Letter On Reciprocity. In another column our readers will find extracts from a letter from Mr.. M. Lockhart, who recently visited Michigan. Mr. Lockhart is an obser- vant man, and his remarks on the great question now before the public will be read with interest. Lack of space forced us to select the parts that bear most upon the issue now before the electors, Barn Burned In B. Wawauosh.. The torrential storm predicted by Hicks came this way on Monday evening, and for an hour or more was very heavy. A barn was burned on the farm belonging to W. H. Green and occupied by Jas. A. Leaver. The contents were destroyed,. but it is reported that the insurance will near- ly cover the loss on the contents. The rain fell in torrents. Woman's Institute. The Wingham branch of the Wo- man's Institute will meet to -day (Thursday" at the home of Mrs. C. Gillespie, Frances St., at 3 p.m. Sub- jects—"Sociability," by Mrs. J. Hall ; "Current Events," by Mrs. Brock. Members please notice change of date on account of fall fair coming on regular meeting day. A social cup of tea will be served at close. of meeting. Misrepresentation, The Daily Globe of recent date stated in big type that Mr. -0. Wilcox, Conservative candidate in North Essex, had given up the contest. The exact words were "THROWS UP THE SPONGE" ; also that Mr. Wilcox stated on the platform that he believed that "the Laurier Govern- ment will be returned." We have in our possession a letter from Mr. Wilcox stating that the Globe's state- ment is utterly baseless. He is still in the contest, with good prospects of winning, and believes the Govern- ment will be defeated. If the great Globe's statements on Reciprocity have no better foundation than its display heading about Mr. Wilcox, not much reliance can be placed on them. Nothing is gained by deliber- ate oils -statements. Political Meeting. The Liberals of East Huron held a public meeting in the Town Hall on Monday afternoon, addressed by the candidate and Hon. G. P. Graham, Minister of Railways and Canals. The latter was met at the station by leading Liberals of town and escorted to Mr. R. Clegg's, where he partook of lunch, Wingham Citizens' Band play- ing in front of the Town Hall in the meantime. Mr. Graham is a good speaker and presented his case for the pact in a manner pleasing to the Liberals, admitting that the agree- ment would kill the Salt industry. From a Conservative standpoint, he evaded the strongest arguments against the . agreement. Mr. R. Clegg presided, and the meeting closed with the usual cheers. Mr. Graham spoke in Kincardine the same evening. Pound Dead, Money Gone. The following is taken from London Free Press of Sept. 7th, and refers to a brother of Mrs. Wm, Holmes of Wingham, formerly of the vicinity of Bluevale :—"On Thursday of Last week, George Nixon of Hibbert town- ship, left Mitchell for Scotland with the intention of buying a number of horses to bring back with him, and on Monday a telegram .was received by his brother, James Nixon, stating that his brother had been found dead with a bruise on his head, in shallow water, in Quebec. When Mr. Nixon left Mitchell he had several hundreds of dollars in his pockets, besides drafts for the amount of $1,200, When found his money was all gone, ex- cept a few gold coins, which he had in a small purse in one of his pockets. The remains of deceased were brought to Mitchell for interment," " A Sister Deceased. Mrs. Edward Bos n. mourns the death of a sister, Elizabeth Stephen- son, relict of the late Geo. Swinbank. The Clinton -Record says :— "Mrs, Swinbank was a native of England but came to this country early ha life. For thirty years she and her husband farmed on the London Road, just south of town. They then spent about ten years in Clinton, moving back to the farm, and on the death of her husband, four years ago, Mrs, Swin- bank came into town and ever since has spent her time between her own comfortable cottage and the old home- stead, where she was when the end came. The deceaeed lady was In her seventy-sixth year and has been in failing health ever since the death of her husband. Mrs, Swinbank was a life-long Methodist and wag a mem- ber of Wesley church. She leaves a family of five sons. She le also sur- vived by 'three deters and four brothers—Mrs. Ed. Bosman of Wing - ham, Mrd. Geo. Tedford, Chicago, Mere W. Dickie, Ritierest, Vancouver, I3, C., and Meters. Thomas Stephen- son, Areola, Seek., Joseth Stephenson of Source, Man., Del ld 'Stephenson of Duluth and John Stephenson of keen," Former Resident Deceased. This week we have to record the death of a former respected resident of Wingham, Mr. Thos. Moore, who passed away on Friday last at his borne in West Toronto, Mr. Moore was born in the township of Hibbert, Huron .county, in 1818, He was a resident of Wingham; for thirty-eight years, ` enjoying the esteem of his fellow -townsmen as an upright, conscientious citizen. About twelve years ago, he removed to West To- ronto, and was engaged in real estate and building. A short time ago, he contracted typhoid fever, and after two weeks' illness passed away. Mr. Moore was a member of the Anglican Church, of the Canadian. Foresters and Black Preceptorye, He leaves a family of five daughters, all married, and two sons. Two sisters, Mrs, Kim, man of Sarnia and Mrs. Roderus of Wingham, also one brother, Mr, Wm. Moore, of town mourn his decease. Mr. and Mrs. Roderus and Mr. and Mrs. Moore attended the funeral. Deceased was 63 years of age. The Pall Fair. How many there are that might add something to the exhibit, if they would take interest in the work. The time is short now and the sooner the entries are made, the better. Let the exhibit for 1911 surpass all previots displays. The second day should be a grand rally day. Wingham Citizens' Band and Lucknow Pipers' Band will furnish all the music desired. The prizes in the 2.40 trot or pace have been raised to $10, $20, $12 and $8. In the green horse race, the prizes are $10, $6 and $4. In the special prize list, Chas. Knechtel is giving a special prize of $22 for the best two-year-old Fillies or Geldings in Heavy Draught, Agricultural and General Purpose classes. Prize divided—$10, $6, $4, $2. Thos. Kew is giving a special prize of $10 for best two-year-old Fillies or Geldings in carriage or road- ster classes. Prize divided—$5, $3, $2. Thos. Kew also gives a $2 whalebone whip to the best single driver, road or carriage. Remember the concert in the evening of the 29th. A Beautified Church. It will be a greatly improved audi- torium which Rev. Dr. Carman, Superintendent of Methodist Church, will see when he steps into the pulpit of the Methodist Church in town next Sunday to conduct the special reopen- ing services. The work of redecorat- ing has been completed, and the Com- mittees which had the business in charge have reason to feel proud of what has been accomplished. The fine auditorium has been made bright- er than ever, three handsome brass chandeliers of twelve lights each hav- ing been placed over the gallery, while seven diffusing globes now shed their light underneath. The wall and ceiling decorations are exceedingly tasteful, the oak finish wainscotting giving the interior a more impos- ing appearance than it has had before. In fact the church, as it will appear next Sunday, might be de- scribed as one of the most beautiful in the London Conference. Following the service of Sunday the ladies will give a special Harvest Home tea on Monday evening. September Wedding. n of asters, Standing before a bank palms and ferns, in the Methodist Church on Tuesday morning, Miss Emily Lilian Rutledge was united in marriage to Mr. William Percy Shii- lington of Windsor, Rev. Dr. Rut- ledge, father of the bride, conducting the ceremony. Only the immediate families and a few outside friends were present. As Mies Reynolds played Wagner's beautiful wedding march, the bride came in on her fath- er's arra. Then, while the few pre- sent stood, the short service wahtead, The bride was gowned in a dress of dresden silk, veiled with Marquisette and trimmed with rose point lace and pearls. She wore a white picture hat and carried a bridal bouquet of white a _ rose buds. Her only ornament was a beautiful pearl pendant, the gift of the groom. Immediately after the ceremony the wedding breakfast was served in the parsonage, and before two o'clock,the young couple left in a motor for Clinton, where they took train for Toronto. Their hone"ymeon will be spent in Boston, New York, and other eastern points. The bride travelled in a green cloth tailored suit with hat to match. Upen their re- turn Mr. and Mrs. Shiilington will reside in Windsor. Among those present from outside places were Miss Lester of Hamilton, the bride's aunt, Mies Morula Shiilington of Laura, Saskatchewan, sister of the groom, Mies Ina Kelly of Guelph, Miss Eloise Chapman of London, Mr. H, L. Vipond of Montreal, a cousin of the bride, and Mr. 3. L. Rutledge and Gor- don Rutledge of Montreal. Breckenridge—In Morris, Sept. 0•.h, David ,Breckenridge, in his 93rd year, Brune--Tn Net Wateanosh, Sunday, Hillyard Elwin, intent eon of Mr. and Mrs. Milton Bruce, aged one month and four days. Imperial Mission Meeting. A meeting to discuss Reciprocity from a non-partisan standpoint was held in the Town Hal on Tuesday evening, and a large audience listened attentively to the speakers. Mr, F, l3uchanan occupied the chain and in the absence of Prof, McGregor Young, the meeting was opened by an address by Dr. Redmond, who made a number of good points against the pact. A defender of Reciprocity was invited to the platform, but no person re- sponded. Mr, A. W. Wright discuss- ed the question from the Canadian, the economic and Imperial stand- points. It was an able and exhaustive address, and free from partisan argu- ments, and one of the best addressee on the pact to which we have listened, As we. go to press on Wednesday noon, lack of epace prevents further reference. "A Dollar Saved is a Dollar earned," Our Clearing Sale of Boots and. Shoes. will save you dollars,—W, J. Greer. L ILocaI items Good Flour.—Awde's, Wingham. Wear Greer's Shoes and Rubbers. Read Willis & Co.'s advt, on page, Miss Margaret Tibbs has sold her house and lot on John Street to Miss M. Rush. • Mr. F. Buchanan addressed a, tem- perance meeting in Goderich on Mon- day evening. Wm. Maxwell of the Bluevale road, is offering his fine 150 -acre farm for sale. See advt. WANTED.—General servant. Ap- ply to Mrs. Wm. Field. A cement sidewalk is being laid from the -iron bridge to the corner, in Lower Wingham. Miss Viola Davidson has been re-en- gaged first assistant in Brussels School, at a salary of $800. There will be a meeting of the Ladies' Auxiliary of Wingham Gener- al Hospital at 4 p.m. on Monday afternoon next, in the Council Chamber. CEDAR RAILS WANTED.—Apply to The Western Foundry Co., Limited. From Bluevale, we have a communi- cation on Reciprocity. The boy is only 16 years of age, so do not expect too much of him. Read hiseessay on Reciprocity on page 8. Through an ad.vt. in last week's Advance, the pearl pendant that Geo. Schaefer found was restored to its owner within a few hours from the time the paper was out. Prices go to pieces, but quality re- mains firm at our Boot and Shoe sale. —W. J. Greer. Groves & Guest are making good headway on their sewer contract, and have a • good force of men now working- on north Shuter street. They appear to be doing the work well. The engagement 'is" announced of Annie Virgiuia, youngest daughter of Mr. James McKowen, 011 Springs, to the Rev. G. Victor Collins, Wingham. The marriage will take place late in September. TRUNKS AND VALISES. -The kinds you want at money -saving prices.— W. J. Greer. The Wroxeter News says :—Mrs. David Loughead of Wingham, who has been ill for some weeks at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Rolston, is we are pleased to learn, improving nicely, After nearly' eight years' service as leader of the Methodist Church choir, Mr. 3, A. Morton tendered his re- signation to the Board on Monday evening. Mr. F. J. Hill has been appointed to the position. Boons 1?nivILEGN, —Tender for booth privilege at Wingham Fair on Sept. 29th, will be received up to 22nd of Sept,—H, B. Elliott, Sec. Boy S. 0. smith Scout Com- missioner, was in Clinton recently, where he gave an address on the Scout Movement at a public meeting, which was called for the purpose of organizing a Local Boy Scout As- sociation. "Yes, there were good times in On. tario when we sold barley to the U.S." says a farmer, "but there have been better times since the McKinley tariff forced us to quit growing barley and go into cheese -making and hog raising. Cheese and pork have paid off more mortgages in ten years than barley would in fifty years." Pourrlty WANTED. ---We are pre- pared to pay highest prices for all kinds of poultry, alive or dressed, Telephone for prices. A. H, Wilford. Mr.Davi son of Sault St Marre d M returned home on Monday, after enjoying two weeks' visit with his brothara, John, William and Isaac. It le twenty-two years since he left Wingham for Atkinson, Ill., but he came bade to Canadian soil about a year ago, and ho save there is nothing like Canada. He noticed a wonder- ful change In Wingham eines he was here before. REXALL FOOT POWDER 25c A Large Can For relief of Burning, Smarting, Perspiring Feet. Is particularly beneficial in cases of BuniOne, Corns or Caalouses. • .It promotes and maintains Foot Comfort. DIRECTIONS :—Duet powder on hand and rub over the entire feet, and dust well into the stockings also. J. . W. McKibbon . C.CC6_' Store School Shoos! Our School Shoes are made for comfort and for dura- bility, as well. They are thoroughly all a- round good. School Shoes. Don't see how they could be made better, even if they cost more. If your Children have never worn our School Shoes, test them. Bring back the Shoes, if they are not all we claim for them and— PERFECTLY SATISFACTORY. Boys' School Shoes -11.25, $1.50 to $2,00 Girls' School Shoos—$1.25, $t.50 to $1.75 According to size There is nothing startling about these prices — they . sound familiar — the good- ness Iies in the Shoes. SEE US FOR TRUNKS AND VALISES 1W. J. Gree Wanted! Best Dairy Butter and Strictly Fresh Eggs Also Live Chickens, Hens and Ducks Armour & Co. WINGHAM WANTED—CREAM Farmers or dairymen who have no good icicat market should write to- day for quotation card from the Sarnia Creamery Co. We pay EIGHEST PRICES. We pay HARD CASH, and we remit AFTER EACTI SIIIPMEN'r". You ban deliver your cream to YOUR, NEAREST railway station. A trial shipment will convince you that there le good money in shipping Oream to Bernie. We furnish best bank references. Write for quota- tion terra, Sarnia G uum C. sARNIA, ONT.