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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1908-12-3, Page 1VOL. 37 NO. 22 BRUSSELS, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1908 P.V. ,H, XERR, Projriet;r rzlearennee TRAIN LOAD FE OF CLOTHING A Startling Sale of Men's W n - t r Wearables nmaks L ;•Tse on Saturday Morning to Con- tinue for 15 Days. Forgusou & Boss, the clothing men, who have weathered the gale of business ups and downs for More than 25 years, is still in the fore- front of bnaineee progress and with undiminished energy. Everybody knows that Canada was side -washed by the recent wave of trade depression, and it needs no argument to convince you that man- ufacturers have suffered in consequence. What's a clothing mantifaoturer—a boot and shoe factory—a shirt maker—an underwear maker to do if his goods don't find the ready market of his anticipations ? What's he to do ? It's up to him to get some money or he can't keep in the procession So for weeks we have been bending out g ocl hard cash for warm, stylish men's wear and doing some of The Best Buying ever done in the History of the Business for we were fortunate in securing from a mannfacturor who failed, at a very .low rate 01) the dollar, over $800,00 worth of this season's clothing in men's and boy' overcoats, snits, pants, etc, This is the best lot of clothing that we have ever offered the close buyers, made from the best Scotch, English and Irish tweeds and worsteds ; all nice. patterns; double and single breasted ; fashionable made and the best of trim- mings, and the price we bought them for enables us to sell them less than manufacturers prices for them. 'Po -day the big store is packed from top floor to basement with the goods moo want. AND NOW FOR AG EAT 15 DAYS' SWEE -OUT Starting Saturday Morning, Dec. 5th, we win fairly shash prices On Men's and Boys' Overcoats, Suits, Odd Coats and Vests, Pants, Pea -Jackets and Pain Coats Dig up your dollars and line up to receive some of the most sensational buying chances that ever came to you. Come on Saturday. Watch the announcement in to -day's paper and be among the first choosers Saturday morning. We will give you a few Fair Price Samples Boys' Warm Swats Boys' Fancy Suits, 3 piece, fancy front, wool, tweeds and ser- „ ges, for boys from 8 to 6 years. Reg. price $2,60 to' $3.5098 Rush sale price Boys' Russian Suits, mixed tweed ; also Blouse Snits, sizes from 8 to 7 years. Regular price $3.76 to $5.00.2 49 Rush sale price. Boys' 2 piece Suits, blue serge and mixed wool tweed, lapel collar, single and doable breasted, sizes' 24 to 88. Regular price 93 $8,50 to $4.50. Rush sale price, -' Boys' 3 piece Suits in blue serge and tweeds, all nisi dark patterns, well made, good Italian linings, sin- gle and double breasted. Regular price $4.60 to g 3 49 $15.60. Rush sale price (does Slash -, d Boys' 2 piece Suits, mixed tweed, good linings, plaits and belt, for boys from 4 to 15 yrs.i 98 Reg. price $2.76 to $3.00. Rush sale price ......... Boys' 2 piece Suits, black and blue serge and ntixecl tweed, aliniee dark patterns iu Winter weights, single and double breast- ed. Reg. prioe $4.60 to 3 48 $6.60. Rush sale pries Boys' 3 piece Suits, in serge and tweeds, all well linocl, single and double price $8.00 to $4,00. breasted. Reg- .6,(e�, 9 Rush sale price Boys' 3 piece Suits, in heavy tweed, nice dark patterns in stripes and checks, wool Italian lining,fash- lonable and well made, single and double breasted. The feigner good value prices were $6.60 to $6.60 each, Rush4 49 sale price All these Suits are nice and up-to-date in style, and prices are below .manufacturers' prices, but they must be sold. Come and bring your boys and get the choice, MEN'S SUITS - P Stylish Blue Serge Suits, single breasted, well made. Regular price $10,00. Rush sale prioe.a 9 Men's Pants RICES SLOSHED Tweed Suits grouped lots to give Wrap range, all faultlessly tailored, light and dark shades, single & double breasted, Reg. $10.00 to $12.00, Rush sale price 100 Pairs bon lit at about half alf erne Hua st•ipe z g price, t Cl worsted cued tweed.Worth from $2.00 to $6 00, u B LU o� Rush sale prioe,...., ....„...................•....,„,.....•...... ate size 49 Remember this great sale is for cash ar produce only. Ferguson & The Leading Clothiers and Furnishers slignimmontoreamiftwalswilommaimigna SS benimanmseibisteee New Advertisements ' Xmas—H. Ii. Brewer. Cokls,ap A tetra Winn, T,a a ori (i —Jai r N McLaren. n Your I it r on a K 1 fns. l ox. gifts—J0, .linea grits e It Wendt. ltnw furs—McKay y dt Shaw. Sig Bst tll er Rnoae.Notice tocreditors—R. vnna December to tg & ROM. Presents—H. L. d, Srnith Noticetto treaps$serx -Thos Nnwaoin. Campho Quinine—Coleman Medicine Co, 7isttict : t.etvs Listowel The by-law granting a loan of $26,- 000 to the Morris Piano Co. to assist thein in rebuilding their factory, which was recently de-stroyed by fire, was carried Tuesday by a prac- tically unanimous vote. Wroxeter Miss Gertia Harris is spending a few weeks holidays in Toronto. W. and Mrs, Mather moved this week to John Morrison's residence on Howick street. Jas. Hinde, of Harriston, occupied the pulpit in the Episcopal church on Sunday afternoon. Mrs, W. I. Johnston and daughter, Miss Ada Johnston, of Gerrie,- spent Sunday in the village. The second At Home given by the young people will be held in the Town Hall on'. hursday evening. Jobn Hupfer has returned to his home in Turnberry after spending a few months at Lyletou, Mau. Miss Mary Sanderson and noise, Miss Leta, have returned from an ex- tended visit with relatives in Ottawa. A. load from hero attended the an- niversary services in connection with the Presbyterian church in Corrie on Sunday. A. H. Rae bad a large delivery of fowl on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week which he purposes shipping to the West. A Mr. Noble, of Montreal, was in the village this week and completed arrangements for the opening of a printing office in the Grand Centra} Block. He expects to issue his fust paper about Xmas. Henfryn FATAL Acoio orT.—The 3.20 train, No. 36, running East, with Engineer Jas. Nicholson at the leaver and Con- ductor Ireland in charge, was the cause of a sad and fatal accident at Henfryn last Friday afternoon, whereby Sarah Vance, relict of the late John Savage, of Lot 20, Con. 4, Grey, met instant death. Deceased, who was nearly 70 years of age, was driving to Henfryn to do some trad- ing at the store and intended calling on her only daughter, Mrs, W. G. Armstrong, who resides here. There was a high wind blowing and the top of the buggy being up the old lady must not have heard the approaching train, which is not timed to stop at Henfryn unless flagged. The locomo- tive caught the buggy smashing it badly and throwing the occupant with seat and top over the fence. led. Col- lis and E. Fletcher sate the drertclful happening and the train stopped as soon as possible and backed up to the depot. Mrs. Savage was killed in- stantly. Her neck was broken as were both limbs and au arm, and her ribs were detached from the spine. The remains were tenderly conveyed to the depot and Dr. Kennedy, coron- er, of Wingham, was sent for. Con- stable Vannerman summoned the fol- lowing Jurymen :—Jas. Thnmsnu, (foreman) E. Collis, sr., E. Collis, jr., E. Fletcher, D. parson, T. Luras, R. Cunningham, Jas. and Joseph Hanna, W. Baker, J. Graham and Geo. Kerr, who viewed the body and hoard a few witnesses as to the tragic occurrence. An adjournment was then made to Thursday afternoon at 4. o'clock. Mrs. Savage was born.,jn Blandford township, Oxford Co., Ont., and was married abort 47 years ago to John Savage, who died in 1001. They had lived for a good many years in Grey township. The surviving children are Joseph, John, Samuel, Henry, hristm s Pres :, nts New goads just opened, bought for casb direct from Ole 10an0fectnrer, we eau cavo you money 00, LADIES' Gold Watches, Watch Chains and Fobs, Signet and Gem Rings, Pearl Rings, Birthday Rings, &c„ Neddets, Lookets, Bracelets, pearl Set Brooches and Pius, Manicure Sets, Belt Pius, Hat Pins, Fir„ &e. GENTS' Watches, Vest Chains and Fobs, Rings, Cuff Links,s, Start Pins, Lock. ets, Signet Rings, Pipes, Safety Razors, &c, We carry n large lilie .of fine Mantle Clocks, Silverware, Sterling Silver and Curt Glass. 1847 Rodgers' Bros,' knives, Fortis and Spoons, deco. QUALITY Every Nine is sacrificed by us for Qualify. We llaedle dependable goods only. Out lineae are as low as the lowest, Como early and let 115 put away what you wish to give at Xmas. Wine Jas, and Daniel and Mrs. Arm - strung. All are residents of Grey ex- rept5 Samuel a td t who e Henryi t 11 are in Y the West, s a ( 1 turzalo0 L k Aare o n Monday from Lot 20, Con whore deceased made her home with lilt pee of her sons. Rite-. Ali. Burnett, of elolee- worth, gave a most suitable address from Naito 103 and the hymn "Jesus Lover of My Soul” was sung 08 in- choative of Mrs. Savage's trust in the Saviour. Interment was made at Brussels cemetery where Rev, Mr, Wishart took the service. Palbbear- ors were Jno. McCrrsh, John Lindsay, M. McNichol, W. Jacklin, it, Docket, and J I':{eibhao, The terrible accident called one great ern pat lry to the bereaved. It is said Mrs. Savage was particulal'ly careful when (Tossing the railroad often waiting to allow tr'aius to get well past before venturing across. Mrs. Bawtinheiuter had call- ed to Mrs. Savage as she drove by on Friday soliciting a ride but she evidently did not hear her. The horse, which was accustomed to the train having been owned by Mr. Arm- strong, who lives near the track, was not hurt. Ethel DENTAL.—Dr. rend,dentist, will vislt Ethel on Monday, Doc. lot, and every two Weeks atter that date, The Literary and Debating Society have decided to hold a first-class Con- cert an Saturday evening, Dec. 10th, proceeds to be applied in the purebase of a new organ for the Society. Par - 1.1(111010 later. Anderson and Mrs. Stevenson, of Stratford, were here attending the f0treral of the late L. Dobson. .Mrs. Stevenson was a grand slaughter, bier maiden name being Myrtle Dobson, and she was a daughter of Robert Dobson, now of Nokomis, Sask. PRETTY WEnnlxo--Wednesday of last week Rev. John Henderson spoke the magic words that melted in the holy estate of matrimony, Ernest A. Ackert, of Holyrood, Bruce Co., and Miss Elizabeth Olive Moore, daughter of C. and Mrs. Raynard, well known residents of Ethel. The wedding took place at the bride's parental home, After the ceremony the guests sat down to an excelleut supper. Choice, valuable and well chosen were the wedding gifts bespeaking the popular- ity of the principals. The bride will be greatly missed in this locality es- peciallyin the Methodist Church but 120 doubt her voice and other talents will be utilized in the community in which she will reside. Ilea.ny gond wishes accompany Mr. and Mrs. Ack- ert to Holyrood. They will be at home after the 10th inst. CROWDED HOUSE.—Last Saturday evening the Debating Society's semi- monthly meeting was the magnetic influence at the Township Hall. Win. lirranter made an excellent chairman. The debate was on a live issue, viz. "Resolved that Orientals should bo excluded from Canada." As cham- pions, for the affirmative Telford Ref- fer Miss Lizzie McLeod and Thos. Dougherty presented their case in good style winuing the debate. Juo. Pearson, Miss )3erva Bryans and Dr. Blair upheled the cause of Chin- ese, Japs &c. with no small ability. A choice program was rendered in ad- dition to the debate. Miss McLeod gave a good reacting ; Thos. Wilson contributed an instrumental solo on the aceordeon which greatly pleased the ea -Aimee and also rendered a vocal solo;A dialogue by Misses Lizzie and Mabel Lamont, Miss Brew- er, W. Lamont and Duna. Brewer was an interesting change. An instru- mental selection was well played by Miss Mine Dunbar as was a violin solo by Will. Lamont. A pretty duet, was charmingly sung by Misses Grace Walker and Beryl West. Everybody had a good. time. At the next meet- ing on Sntnrday evening of next week Consolidated vs. Public Schools will be thrashed out in a debate. Eche} debaters would not object to dross swords with the talent of some of the adjacent villages by way of variety to the season's program. A PIONEER. PASSES AWAY.—Abnnt 8.801aet Friday morning the spitit of Lawrence Dobson, au old and highly esteemed resident of this locality was summonerl to his eternal home. He was in his 86th year and had been 111 with cancer of the stomach for the past few months. His demise was not an unexpected event either to himself or his family. Mr. Dobson was one of several brothers and was born in York Co., England, on October 4th 1828. liuiigrated to Canada hi 1852 spending two years in Vaughan town- ship, York Co., Ont. In 1S58 he was united in marriage to Miss 'Margaret Holland, who pre -deceased him on January, 28th 1008. My. and Alrs. Dobson cams to Grey township in 1854 settling on lot, 21, con.7, adjoining the village of Ethel, they being among the pioneers of this locality. Here they and their family indttstrionsly toiled converting the forest into arable acres. The farm is now owned by Harry M. Dobson, the youngest son. Five sons survive the father, viz :— James, of Hyder, Manitoba ; Robed, of Nokomis, Sask. ; David, of Fairfax, Mau, ; George, of Innerkip, Oxford Co, trod Harvey 1'L, of Ethel. Al l were present excepting iObert. Ttvot sons ars deceased, Thomas. who died in infanry, and Bennett, who was kill- ed by a railway Accident in the West, in 1888. Deceased was not. a mitt) who sought honors but sat as Councillor at the Muufcipal Board and was also school tensteo, He ryas a staunch member of the Methodist church, the building standing of the corner of his farm, and his scat was seldom vacant. Few men were more highly esteemed than TAW] enee Dobson and his straightforward, unasssutning and helloraltle life could be fab}owed by any eolntnnnity with great advantege. A. long residence, encompassing 55 ears, was a tine test of his manly treaties, The funeral took place Sun - H. L. JACKSON Iq y day envenom). After a brief private aer0lee at the borne the r010111ns were f tattoo I t the Me h# church r l od at ch a wilt h llmotr l fla e uwteaccommodate the large number wilt) assembled, ll,ev. John Henderson deceased's pastor, preached from St. Paul's words I aur now ready to be offered and the time of trty departure is at band &r•." A fitting eulogy WAS paid to Lhe mem- ory of the dead. While the remains were being viewed the choir sang a very suitable selection. The pall- bearers were A, McBee, D. Milne, Jno. Ecicmier, C. Raynard, R. Mefi.elvey and Jno. McDonald. Interment was made in Brussels cemetery in the fami- ly plot. Beautiful floral wreaths covered. the casket. The bereaved do not require to be assnred that they have the deep syrnpathy of many 10 the removal of their father. For ster- ling integrity the name of Lawrence Dobson will not soon be forgotten. David and Chas. Dobson both former residents of Grey township now of Kansas, U, S., and George Dobson, of Battleford, are brothers of deceased. Oran brook Last Sabbath afternoon Rev. Mr. Baker, of Teeswater, occupied cite pulpit, of the Methodist church here and gave a good discourse. Rev, D. B. McRae will preach next Sabbath at Bluevale in connection with the Jubilee services of the Pres- byterian church in that place. Several Cranbrookites attended the Mock Trial given by members of Brus- sels Epworth League last Monday evening in the school room of the Methodist church, Owing to the regular meeting of Court Woodbine No. 100, C. 0. F., coming on Christmas the date has been changct a week earlier, viz., Friday, 18th inst. This will be the election of officers and there should be a large at- tendance. Walton DENmea.—Dr, Fend will visit Walton on Manch-. Dec. 1111, and every two weeks after that date. He may be consulted in Mrs. Me- Iron's Hotel. The Ladies' Guild of St. George's church intend hnlding their annual Concert in the Workman's Hall, Wal- ton, on Thursday evening, Dec, 10th. Twenty-flve Brussels people will give an humorous play entitled "The Old Maid's Return" and Mr. Dunbar and eight associates from Clinton will give a musical cantata entitled "Won by a gipsy." A good time is anticipated. Everybody come and enjoy them- selves. STORE BROKEN INTO.—About 3 a. m. Monday the store of W.. Bt Hum- phries & Son was entered by some- body who had no lousiness there. In- gress was made through the cel- lar window and the bursting open of the door into the store with a pick. In addition to an attempt to meddle with the safe e, general ransacking of gravers, shelves and counters was made, Whether goods were taken or not is not easy to determine. It is to be hoped informa- tion may be obtained that will lead to the overhauling of the intruders so that they may receive their deserts. Morris Local Option discussion is increasing in interest as Election thaws on. Reeve Taylor is attending Huron Co. Council this week at Goderich. Poultry handling has taken up the time of a number of Morrisites during the past week. Allan Speir, 4th line, was bothered with bronchitis and threatened pneu- monia but is regaining his usual activity. Township Council met, last Saturday afternoon with all the members hi their places. Several matters of im- portance were discussed. DIED.—On November 10th, Mary Belle McKay, beloved wife of Neil McKay paid Nature's debt, at the early age of 30 years, after an illness extending over a year. Mr. McKay is a brother to Mrs. Henry Jackson, of Morris township. Their home was at Hansbnro', North Dakota, but they were camping near Banff since April. When deceased took seriously ill she was removed to Okotoks where she a1atvee ed the roll call. The bereaved will have the sympathy of olcl friends in this township. It is about 20 years ago since Mr. McKay went West. lie \yae mair#ed 0 years ago to his lately deceased partner. Tuberculosis was the cause of death. Jamestown Miss May Wallace has, returned from Brussels. "Goose" bees are the order of rou- tine on the 1st and 2nd concessions of Grey. Last Sabbath evening Rev. Mr. West of Bluevale, took the service in Vic- toria Hall. The Mesdames Allan and Sitnpson Shoemaker, of Berlin, were visiting their uncles, Andrew and Jas, Simp soft. Those who had not finished their plowing before our "squaw Winter" have been making good use of the fine weather we have .had for some time, 'rho Bible Society colloctors were out last week an the 1st and 2nd cons. of Grey. The collection was good but there's always room for, improvement. The Sabbath School intend having their Christmas Tree on December 18. Children are preparing a treat for you by way of songs, tableaux, recitations, &c. Several in the community are. arrangieg music, dialogues, ete, and. will be ready to give you the latest. . ion,U turas it.nm C e one, come all. Jaws, and Miss Rao Moses who were visiting at Marquis, Iowa, for 10 weeks. arrived home last week after a most enjoyable time with relatives and frieudls. Corn is the chief crop there and this year averaged about 60 bushels to the aez'e. The rntral email delivery and the citral tolophoue are in full swing. On the 1101210 trip. a few days were spent in Chicago seeing ti o sights of thatgreat Mini, We weloome Mr. and Miss Moses back 't•n thislod•al ity. Grey Council will meet. on the 15th inst. Miss Cants Sho•trccd, of Seaforth, Wad visiting her cousin, Miss Jennie, Armstrong. Grey will sent} a good sized repre- srrnteetion to the fat Street 3110( and Winter Pair at Guelph next week. JAMES MITCHELL 811:6 AT YORIK- TON, SAsif.—Word was received by. Thos. Ballantyne, Brussels, of the demise last Friday at 2a. in. of James Mitehell; formerly of Grey, who went to York ton; Sask., three years ago where his daughters are residing. He had been in failing health for some Wile dropsy being the chief cause and passed away in his 83rd year. The subject of this notice was born in Corndoos. Parish of Lintrathen, Forfarsbire, Satiated, and learned both weaving and alone masoning. He married Catharine McDougall, e- bont 60 years ago, Thos. Ballantyne, of Brussels, being groomsman. Some 16 or 20 arranged to corse to Canada together in 1854 and spent 6 evoeks on the sailing vessel on the voyage, Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell and Mr. Bal- lantyne being in the number. The latter is the sole survivor of the adults of the company from Glenisla. Mitchell, Ont.„ was the headquarters for the deceased, mov- ing from there to Grey township in 1800 when he bought a farm on the 12th con., from the late Wm. Shine. Here the family resided for a good many years, Councillor Jno. Grant now owning the farm. Mr. Mitchell built a cottage South of Brussels, where he lived until he went West. Mrs. Mitobell died 8 or 10 years ago. One son died at Petrolea and two daughters (Misses Mary and Jane, of Yorkton,) survive out of three, Eliza dying some years ago. Mr. Mitchell was a Presbyterian and in the Old. Land and the new was precentor Inc many a day. In politics he ° was a Liberal. Jocular, quick witted and well posted he was always welcome and had many friencl.s. Sohn Mitchell, of London, is the only sur- viving brother of deceased. DEPARTED Tsss Live. --After a much longer tenure of life than falls to the lot of the majority Robert Mc- Naughton, a highly respected resi- dent of Grey township tor over 60 years, passed away Wednesday morn- ing at the home of his son -in -late, Jno. Lowe, 0th con., in his 05th year. No special ailment existed just a wear- ing ont of the mortal. His birthplace` was Perthshire, Scotland, and lie came to Canada when 8 years of age with his parents locatiug in McNab township, Renfrew Co., a large eom- pony coming to the now land under the direction of Chief McNab. In 1853 Mr. McNaughton came West- ward and took up 200 acres of fine land lots 6 on the 10th and 11th cone. The South farm was sold to Wm. Yeo and the subject of this notice resided on the other 100 until 1886 when he dis- posed of it, Hugh Lamont being the purchaser, and Mr. McNaughton 0111.1 family located in Brussels. Mrs. ,Mc- Naughton died 6 years ago and for the past 1 years deceased matte his home at Mr. Lowe's. He was married twice, to Miss McCallum and Miss McIntyre. Donald, of Ilfoosejaw, and Mrs, Jno. Broadfoot, deceased, were children of the first family and Dr. Mc- Naughton ofFordwich • 7)uncan, who died in 1883 ; Mrs. John Lowe and Miss Lizzie, were members of the second. lir. McNaughton was a Presbyterian in religion, a Liberal in politics and was most highly esteemed by all who knew him. Of a quiet dis- position he declined Municipal honors and contented himself with the quiet of his own house. Ronald McNaught- on, of Brussels, who is in his 85th year is his surviving brother. Deceased was a remarkable healthy man and moved about with more agility than many 20 years his junior. The funeral will take place to Brussels cemetery. Friday afternoon. Service at 1.30 o'clock. Very few of the old timers of Grey remain to tell the story of pioneer days. Church Chimes "'fife door of opportunity open" was Rev, A, C. Wishart's theme last Sab- bath morning in Melville church. "So run as to obtain" W014 the evening text, Rev. ,Mr. Wishart 1B. A„ is organ• (zing a lien's Bible Claes which will hold RS first s1Sf fen next .i'ahbath afternoon in the W. C. T. U. room, corner Turn - berry and Mill streets. Last Sabbath morning Rev. Fr. Cor..- coran conciliated service in the R. C. Church here, This was his first appear.- anon ppear.anee since his enjoyable trip of three months to Europe, He referred to his visit to Rome stud other places in his address last Sunday. A lecture by Ft, Corcol•anou his travels would be hill of interest and information. Miss Margaret Armstrong, who is. home 011 furlough from Ueda Shinshu,, Japan, is expected to give addresses in the Methodist Church, Brussels, on Sab- bath ab-• b til a I3tlt inst, and Monday r¢th. Miss Armstrong ilea Spent 5 years in Jepau, so will have many interesting things to talk about concerniug the Mission field, Her home is at Sarnia. . More minute p rtieulars 10111 be given 171.f)t week timt.- ceruing Miss Armstrong's visit. "Let tis erieeandgo up to Bethel" \v. s Rev, R. S. Baker's text last Sabbath. r morning in the Methodist ob utah and. its the evening the topic 11.115s "Home- ward Booed" the scripture being "Now is our salvation nearer since . We believe ed," Rev. lit'. Better who is now at l'eeswater, was formerly on Walton circuit and was not a stranger to Hinny in the congregation, Rev. blr, Powell pr'eaehed arilliver'aciry sermene at Tome water.