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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1909-2-18, Page 10,0 VOL. 37 NO, 33 ERUSSELS, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, FEBRUOY I909 Now Advertisements Grippe -F, B. Simms eerie lost -Sale POST, Qlove loot -Tim PosT. Parcel found -Ju. Pox, Settlers, trains -0, P. ft, Robe fOund-Jaa. Ireland. Claution-lleicon troyden; Deicing powder --Jas. Pox. tore for sale -Alex. Stewart, Abetritet.-Townehip of Morris, , 00W tor sale -Rev, E G. Ewa, Machinery for sele-W. ff Cole. Pooketbook lost -Harry afetfann. Boar for service -Nekton Hayden. Veteran land granta-J.,E, Cunningham. istrid Sthos Winthrop A fine new organ has been sold to Winthrop Preebyterian church by Samuel Carter, of Brussels. Belgrave Mrs. Pritchard, of Wyoming, who has been visiting at the Parsonage, left for her home last week. Hugh and Mrs. McBurney, of Hart- ney, Southern Manitoba, are visitors at W. H. Ferguson's, Monis. The lady is Mr. F014118011'S COUSill. She was a former resident of Teeswater, During the past week James Mc- Callum, an mid resident of the Oth line, East Wawanosh, was operated upon at Wingham hospital- and is making fair progress toward recovery. George Taylor and John McCallum were away this week to Glebar at- tending Lindsay Presbytery hi be- half of Belgrave and Calvin Presby- terian congregations in reference to the call to Rev. Ferguson. Induction, will take place shortly if the matter is closed up. Wroxeter Joseph Cowan spent lest Friday in Harriston. Miss Victoria Sitninons is visiting with Wingham friends. Miss Gilbert, of Palmerston, is visit- ing her friend, Miss Ada Nokes. Alex. Murray, of Palmerston, is a guest at the home of Mrs. R. Nokes. Miss Jeannette Black spent several days of last week with Harriston friends. John and Mrs. Harris gave a party So a large number of their friends last Tuesday -evening. Alex. Campbell, of London, is the • guest of bis Mother-in-law, Wxn. Leckie, of Howick. Leonard and Mrs. Brown entertain- ed the choir of the Presbyterian • chureh last Friday evening. Miss Ada Nokes entertained a largo number of friends to a progressive euchre party ou Friday evening. ' Jas. Ballantyne, aformer resident of the village, has purchased John Sharpin's Naos tear Moleswoith, John Douglas was in Hamilton last week attending the annual Conven- tion of the Ontario Hardware Associa- tion. James Gemmill left for Chatham last week where he will visit a few days before leaving for his home in theWest. 11 S. Milne, of Goose Lake District, Sask., a former resident of Howlett, was calling on friends in the village last k Richard McMichael and bride are s • visiting relatives in this vicinity be- fore leaving for their honse in the • West, where Mr. McMichael has a position on the C. N. R. The last Assembly for this season • was held in the Town Hall Thursday evening, when a most enjoyable time Ixxririxxxrrxx Q. N. McLaren 'Brussels Daylight Store Great Clearing Sale Still Gaino on • Greater Bargains than ever 'for the balance of this Great Clearing Sale. You can save money during this Sale on Men's and Boys' Clothing Ladies' and Misses' Coats ; Fur Ruffs, Muffs and Coats Ladies', Men's and Children's Underclothing ; Ladies', Men's and Children's Boots & Shoes ; Greater Bargains in • Dress Goods, • Special Bargains in all deRartments up to Feb. 20. • Call and investigate. Highest Pieces tor Produce. G1 N. McLaren P,S,—Part of Our New Spring Hats for Men just received. Was vent, The committee who here had charge of these affairs is to be congratulated on their success. A .E'msramt fiONE.—On Wednesday, Feb, 10th, death removed one of the earliest settlers of the County in the person of Joseph Kitchen, He had been ailing for some time back but Wok a turn for the worse last week. Ile was born in 1836 in Copetown, Wentworth County, and moved to Huron about forty years ago and settled at his late residence,, Lidt 1, Con, 7, Turnberry, Mr, Kitchen was a most likeable man and made haste of friends wherever, he was kuown. He leaves a widow, two sons and two daughters all of mature age. He was a staunch member of the Methodist Church. Interment was made at Gorrie cemetery, Rev. rile. Ruseell B. D., of Wroveter, conducting the ser- vice. Trowbridge J. R. andMrs, Code spent Sunday with friends in Gorrie. Mies &radian, of Jamestown, was a guest at Mr. McCormick's last week. Dr. R. L. Stewart left last week for Bognor, where he intends practising for some time. Will. and Mrs. Goodwin, .of Ripley,. are visiting • the latter's parents, las. and Mrs. Porterfield. Some of our young people attended the cantata given in Atwood on Fri- day night and report a very excellent time. David and Mrs. Carson, of Henfryn, also Robt. Carson, of Monkton, spent Sunday at the home of Albert bloaph y. Tuesdayevening next, Feb. 23rd, a banquet will be given in the basement of the Methodist church by the Shredded Wheat Biscuit Co. after which a literary program will be giv- en in the church auditorium when several readings will •be rendered by Miss Gould, the popular elocutionist, of Stratford, as well as musical selec- tions by Mr. Pequegnot, soloist, also of Stratford. • B. Bothwell of Listo- wel, will .preside as chairman. A good time is expected. • • • We are sorry to hear that H Wright is on the eick list but we hope he will soon be better. W. and Mrs. Ames left here this veeek for their home, Milestone, Sask. after an enjoyable visit with relatives and friends in this locality, The Epworth League of the Metho- dist church here contemplate goingto Brussels next Monday evening to visit the League there. Ethel will give a musical and literary program and also take one side of a debate on Art and Neal's. Jno. Pearson, Robt. McKay and Miss Lizzie Chambers will be the trio. The Canadian Order of Foresters annual oyster supper was held on Thursday evening of last week and, considering tbat the roads were bad and it had been storming all day, there was a good turnout of Foresters and their wives. There were plenty of oysters and other good things to which ample justice was done. After all had been satisfied the tables were cleared and the compituy sat down to enjoy the program. Chief Rangel S. S. Cole took the chair and after few remarks the Ethel Orchestra gave a selection which was encored. This was followed by a reading by Miss G. Hutchinson; song by R. McDonald, of Cranbrook, was heartily encored and responded to; blies M. McRae gave a reading in fine style, "Bairnies Cuddle Doon," followed by a solo by Miss R. Spence which was encored and kindly responded to ; bliss L. McKay gave a humorous reading, showing how the ladies would use their vote if they had one ; Miss Edith Freeman sang a solo and res- ponded to , an encore; reading. by Mrs. John King, "Mrs. Candle's lecture," which elicited a recall which showed that even a Judge could make a mistake. The last num- ber was given by the Orchestut and they were brought back. "God- save the King" concluded the program. Next evening was the regular lodge meeting and as there was some edibles left froin the At Home about 25 mem- bers (after the lodge was closed) with 20 ladies who came in and served the lunch, enjoyed themselves. Car- pet balls and pitching quoits afforded amusement until about 12 o'clock and all went home feeliug that they had enjoyed a very sociable evening. "Soma' . ALBERTA."--DTIAR Stu— Enclosed please find money order for my subscription to THE POST and Weekly Globe. We are having a lovely Winter here. Just one cold snap and very little snow. Stock is still rustling. We have been living in Olds since last April and have been running a livery, feed and sale stable with boarding house in connection and.last month cleared more money than we ever did in Ontario In one year. There are still homesteads and pre-eroptions to be had within 50 to 80 miles, just -opened up this Winter of- fering great opportunities for young men, tis new railroads are going through. We sold our farm in Oct., realizing a nice margin. Had it rent- ed on shaves last Summer and so have lots of grain of our own to run the feed barn for the Winter. Oats yield from 75 to 100 busels per acre hare and average 45 lbs, to the bushel measure. We expect the largest emigration that Alberta has ever seen next Spring as there have been several people from Washington, vegan, Nebraska, Minnesota and so several other places this Whiter look- I ti ing over the land and all are well la satisfied with Alberta soil. I expect J. to geb the position of Government 0 Land Guide soon, so if any of toy old w Ontario friends are thinking oft:tuning w to "Sunny Alberta" I will be only too di willing to thow them some choice D land as I have driven over quite a por- tion of country last Slimmer; We are Montreal. Two Wearers, A. all well and like the country fine, Barclay, °flies,' York, L. T, Barclay, Wishing you and your pryer every of Whitby, and one sister, mss, pi, ls suceess. 1 remain your old friend, Mackintosh, Totooto. The bereaved A, D. LaatoNr, family have the heal (felt sympathy Olde, Alta,' Feb. 9th, of their many friends in their nespat- Harry Buttery and sister, Mies able loss of a loving wife and devoted Olnietina, leave on Saturday of this Mother." Allan argl Mrs. Speir ate week, for the West, where they will teedecl the funeral et Oshawa,. commence their, respective dame on March lse. The formet is engaged at ' Gr Mopes Jaw OD the)3. & B. Departenont ey 0, P, Eh and the latter goes to Indian Don't forget Rich., A. Cardiff's auc- Head, where she holds a good position as dresernalter. Beforeleaving Harry treated a few of hie intimate friends to an oyster supper at the home of J. K. Brown, after which a pleasant evening wee spent in games, music and social chat. The many old friends of Mr. and bliss Buttery wish them the best of sueciess, • Moncrieff Peter Tarr now runs his chopping mill everj' Tuesday and Friday. Robt. Livingstone met with a ser - bus loss, hls.bcood mare dying with paralysis, Jas, 0. McKay bought a three year old filly from Thos. Inglis for the SUM of $138.00. Mrs, Robertson, of Monkton, was visiting relatives and friends in this neighborhood last week, She was a resident of Grey for about 81) years. Service in Bethel church next Sab- bath evening at the • usual hour. There is a move on hand to try and have a regular service every Sunda.y. Duncan McKay's party was a suc- cess, the many guests enjoying them- selves very much. The evening was spent with music, dancing, games, etc. Geo: McKay, sr., 15th Con., is we are sorry to hear on the sick list. He is over 8.0 years of age and has been a hearty man. We hope he will soon be better. •Miss Bessie Mann, who has been sick so long, her many friends will be glad to know is improving in health and we trust she will soon regain per - feet vigor. • Morris The Township Council purpose clo- ing some steel bridge budding this year. Auditors' Abstract of Morris town- ship Inc 1908 may be read in this is- , sue and also the minutes of last Coun- cil meeting Sam. Walker, jr„ eibh line, is attend- ing Business College at Chatham. He spent several years in the West aud secured the deed of a good farm thereby. 'Paz Itioati Ku.—Wednesday of this week William Wilkinson, 4th line, delivered seven bogs, 8 months old, to Messrs. Jewitt & Bateman for shipment that weighed 1010 pounds. ' Be received 5102.00 for the buech, not a sum to turn up your nose at by any means. blamataloanars. — On 'Wednesday, 3rd inst., the nuptial knot was tied in St. John's church, Brussels, by Rev. H. M. Lang -Ford, rector, between Chas. Henry Workman, of Morris, and bliss Margaret A., eldest daugh- ter of Alex, and Mrs. Conon, 5th line, Morris. May their joys be many. SMOOT. REPORT.—Repott of pupils in S. S. No. 7 for the mouth of Janu- ary. Names in order of merit. IV.— Stella Brandon, May Campbell, John Coultas, Gordon Higgins, *Oliver Campbell, *Russell Salter. III.— Stewart Proctor, Asil Coultes, Stanley Brandon, Birclena Hopper, *Lyle Hop- per, *Hugh Kerr. IL—jean Campbell, Warwick Campbell, Orville Bell, *Wilfrid Cruickshanks. Pt. IL— Bessie Campbell. Pt. L—Graham Campbell. Milo Oasemore, 'Frank Salter. Average attendance 10. Those 'marked * were' absent for past of exams. Manx bloAnama, Teacher. The Westport (Ont.) Mirror of Feb - nary 4th speaks as follows about E. 0. Walker, son of Samuel Welker, 6th 11130 :—"E. 0. Welker, principal of the public sphool, has tendered his res- ignation, to take effect March 1st. He has accepted a position on the staff of the public school in West Toronto. Mr. Walker is one of the best • teachers this school had ever engaged and the board of trustees regretvery much his decision to re- sign. We understand that B. C. Taggart has been engaged to teach the balance of the year." Mr. Walk- er's many friends will be pleased to read the above recommend and at the same time congsatulate him on his promotion, MRS. WM. LAUCIILA.NB CALLED ROME. —The Oshawa Reformer of February 12th, contains the following reference to Mrs, Wm. Leitch land. a sister-in-law to Mrs. Win. Shedclan, 4th line and an aunt to Allan, Janies and Jno. Spate, of this township :-- "The news ef the sudden death of Mrs. Wm. Lauchland, on Wednesday, Feb. 81d, carne as a great shock to the people of this community, where ahe had spent the greater part of her life. It is difficult to pay a fitting tribute to the memory of so noble a woman, one whose every clay life was embel- ished by the most chkrating and lovable attributes of her sex, If strangers felt the olittrn1 Of her rare courtesy and joyoas sunny tempera- ment, how much more so the mom - bees of her own household, upon whom she lavished all the sweet earnestness and careful culture of her Mee was not wealtoess but, strength, township, Ontario ; seven brothers, mind and nattiee. The spirit of her ly Margaret Mc avish, of Wellesley and encermonionsly it concerned , Archie, Donald, John and Peter those corning in contact with it to • in the East ; AleXancler, of Bin- scarth ; Stewart, of Basswood, and Duncan, ot Winnipegosis ; three sis- ters, Mrs. McTavish and Mrs. Joyce, ot' Alberta and bliss Katherine, of bon sale of faros stock,' implement 4zO., Lot 11, 00n. 13, on Wecinesda afternoon of next Iveek, • On Thursday afternoon of next week' H, D. Ward, Lob 30, COO, 11, will hold an auction sale of farm, stock, imple- ments, 8sc. F. S. Seat will be the auctioneer. We are pleased to state that Archie, the bright little son of Wm. and airs. Mann, 16th con., is recovering from his recent severe illness. We hope•be will soon regain his accustomed vigor. The funeral of the infant son of Joseph and Mee. Ames, which took place on the llth inst., wits largely at- tended despite the inclemency of the weather. The service at the house was conducted by Rev.Mr. Henderson of Ethel, who spoke beautiful and comforting words from the passage of Scripture found in Job lst chap. and latter part of 21st verse, "The Leer' gave and the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the name of the Lord." The floral tributes, tokens of sympathy, were beautiful, consisting of Wreaths, boquets, sprays and sheaf of lilies. The casket was borne by. 4 little boys. Russel and Harold Currie, Clifford Dunbar and Vernon Ross, cousins of the little one. Mr. and Mrs. Apses have received a number of letters of sympathy from friends at a distance that are very highly prized, A PIONEER PASSES AWAY.—An old resident of the 14th Con. passed away to the Land immortal on Tuesday at 5 a. an. in the person of Peter McNeil, who had not been very rugged for some time. Sunday evening while sitting by the fite he was stricken with paralysis and about neon on Monday lapsed into unconsciousness from which he never roused. Deceas- ed was born in Lanark 0o., Ont., on bleach 16th, 1845 and was consequent- ly nearly 04 years of age. He came to Grey township, along with other meinbers of his father's family, on May 15th. 1866. On Nov. 21st, 1877, he was united in marriage to Margaret J. Martin, sister to Win. Martin, of Brassels, who paid Nature's debt on April 10th, 1893. The surviving childeen are Daniel, at Estevan, Mani- toba; Hugh A. and Miss Annie at home. Two sons, William and John Echnund, are cleeeased. The subject of this notice was an industrious, honest, honorable Marl who enjoyed the respect and esteem of the com- munity. He was a member of the Presbyterian church and a Liberal in politics. The funeral will take place FriclaY afteruoon at 2 o'clock, service preceding the interment a half hour at the family resideuce, Lot 23, Con. 14. Burial will be made at Ceanbrook cemetery. Funeral was delayed longer than usual so as to permit the boinecomiug of the son from the West. The community will sympath- ize with the sons and daughter uow bereft of both father and mother. p_ a roto Clark Berm and Regime, and the remains were sent, to Russell, where interment took place on , Sunday, Otirrtbsay.—Alter an illness of weeks of typhoid fever Neil McNair, Let 22, Onn, 15, passed that bourne from whence no traveller returns on uesc ay aiternoom aged 36 years, 0 months and 18 daye. He had been getting along fairly well when perfor- ation of the bowels took place result- ing in his demise. He was a son of 1, the late Jas. McNair and wee known PROMINENT RUSSELL RESIDENT IS Dean.—The Winnipeg Daily Free Press, of Feb. eth speaks as follows of the demise of William S. Caserta a brother to John Crerar, 9th can., and a former resident of the 1st con. of Grey toweship, who went West in 1881 •;—Folloyeing an operation per- formed in a case of acute peritonitis, W. S. Orerar, of Russell Man., died at Winnipeg hospital yesterday morning. Ile was 58 years of age. Mr. theme's death will be lamented by a wide circle of ;Mends in Western Oauttda. to whom he had endeared himself by a personality that won friends in every company that hminclecl his kindly presence. al: native of North East - hope, Perth county. Ont.. Mr. Creme came West in 1881 and settled at Silver Creek, East of Russell. He was one of Ilittnitoba's most progres- sive farmers a tower of strength to the Grain VrOWOIS' Association in whose interests his persistent and in- telligent work will remain one of its most treasured niemories. He was reeve of Silver Creek municipality for 18 years and was a candidate for the legislature, contesting Russell in the Liberal interest against H. .A.hlufflns in 1899. The utmost synapathy is felt for the bereaved faznily, one represen- tative of which T. A. Cravats president of the Grain Glowers' Grain company and son of the deceased, is well known to many of Winnipeg's citizens. A Russell correspondent says :--Wm. 5. Orerar, who died in the Winnipeg general hospital Feb. 5th, following an operation took a prominent part in all ;stabile matters, was o member of the old judicial board which • met in Brandon before the fottuatioo of municipalities. 14s was rase for nattily years and at the time of his death president of the Russel Liberal association and was one of the best read Mel) political- ly on both federal and local 1seues or history in the peovince. He was president of the Russell Trarmees' Ele- vathe company and a director of the local Grain Groweis' association. In religion he was a Presbyterian. I-I,ns survived by his widow, former - rive for, if not to attain the realize - on of her high ideal. MIS Lam:b- ud, whose maiden flans° was Annie Barclay, WAS born in Pickerang, nt., Sept. 13111, 1842. In 1307 she 13inscarth ; five sons, Alexander, as married to Win. Lauchland, wbo preSiClOn t of the Genie Growers' corn- ith three sons survive :—W. G., pasty, Avinnipeg ; Peter, of Govan, eiggiet, of this town; Dr. L. C., of Sask. ; mid john, William and liklgar, uncles, and Norman L., manager of at home, and one daughter, Miss Mae - Ian St. Mantels of Dominion Bank, garet at home, The funeral took to massy in the township 'as he was Assessor for the past two pews. A- bout • 7 years ago he was 'lofted in marriage to Miss Florence Duncan, cf Clintonsand she, 2 sons and it daugh. ter survive. Mr. McNair was a faith- ful member of Knox church, Cran- brook, and a staunch Liberal, and his early demise is sincerely regretted. The funeral took plaee Thursday afternoon to the family plot in Oran - brook graveyard. 'His pastor, Rev. D. 13. McRae, conducted the service. Mrs. McNair and family will share in the sympathy of a wide circle of rela- tive and. friends. Oran brook 30EwsToN —PosmAx. — A pretty home wedding was solemnized at the home of Mrs..fabes Forman, "South- -view Farm," Elnan, township, on Wed- nesday, Feb. 10th, when her daughter, Miss Mary A., became the bride of Geo, J. Johnson, of North Morning - ton. The bride entered the prettily decorated drawing room on the arm of her brother, to the strains of the "Wedding Bells" march, which was rendered by Miss Lizzie Mason, of • Stratford, a cousin of the bride. Bride was beautifully dressed in cream nun's veiling, trimmed with ribbon all over lace and carried a boquet of white carnations and maidenhair fern. Miss Maggie E. Perrie, of Ore.nbrook. a niece of the bride, made a charming maid of honor, dressed in white with blue trimmings and tarrying a boquet of pale pink carnations. Rev. R. D. Hamilton, of Listowel Methodist church, officiated in the presence of guests to the number of 85, who were present from Galt, Sheffield, Strat- ford, Berlin, Granolas, Alta and other places. After cougratulatious the gnests partook of a dainty wedding supper. The presents were numerous and costly and testified in some degree to the popularity of the young couple. They will reside on their farm at North bfornington and will be at home to their ft tends after March 20th. Their many friends wish them a hap- py and prosperous married life. Wm. and. Mrs. Petrie and daughter, of this place, attended the wedding the bride being Mrs. Perrie's sister, who fre- quently visited here. Walton Service in the Methodist church next Sunday morning at 11 a. In. Subject, "Horseback ride at mid- night." The Turnbull brothers, who were here this week attending the funeral of their another, are well pleased with their prospects in Alberta. Strath - corm aud Edmonton are growing to be points of 40 small consequence. The regular tri -annual communion service will be held in Duff's church ou Sabbath, 213th inst. Preparatory service Friday, Feb. 2Otb, at 2.30 p. At the latter service the new Elders elected will be ordained and the sac- rament of baptism administered. The Ladies' Aid at Bethel have changed the date of their Tea Meet- ing to Friday, 243th instead of Wed- nesday 2411 so that they could secure the services of Miss Gertie elocutionist, of Alma College, St. Thomas. A. good program will be given consisting of addresses, vocal and instrumental music, &e. Officers for Walton Orange Lodge for 1909 are as follows :—W. M., Win. McCall; D. M., Wm. Woods ; Chap., R. H. Ferguson ; Rec.-Sec,, Joseph Hamilton ; Fin. -See., Rich, W. Hoy : Treas., John McNeil ; Dir. of Cer., 11. Hamilton ; rat Committee man., D. Johnston ; Lecturer, Wm. Christo- pher. Lodge meets Friday on or be- fore full numo. Visiting brethren are always welcome. Walton A. 0. IT. W. No. 305 elected the following office bearers :—P. M. W., R. H. a erguson ; MS W., 3. M. Govenlock ; Foreman, J. G. Grieve; Overseer, Thos. Archibald; Recorder, Geo. E. Ferguson ; Financier, W. G. Neal ; Treas., Jas. McDonald ; Guide, Jno. Shannon; L W., Jas. Campbell ; 0. W., Jno. Berry ; Representative to Grand Lodge, J. M. Goesnlock. ; Alternate, W. G. Neal. The member- ship is 71. Lodge meets the 3rd Wed- nesday of each month. MRS. WALTER TURNBULL DECEAS- BD.—Last week THE Pose' made re- fevence to the receipt of a telegram from Strathcona, Alta., of the demise of MIS. Waite): Turnbull, formerly of this locality. The remains, accom- panied by her sons, Charles and An. chew, arrived at Brussels on Monday, a nap of about 2,600 miles, Messrs. Turnbell left Stiathcona Ob Thursday at 4 p. in. and notwithstandiug a 14 hour delay in Winnipeg reached Tor- onto on Sunday. Mrs. Turnbull died from -neuralgia of the heart on Sun- day at 1 a. in. after an illness of two weeks. Although past 71 years of age she had enjoyed comparatively good health aud was able to geb up 5 min- utes before she died. ... he made het! home with her &tighter, Mrs: Jas. McMillan, of Stratheuna. Deceased chained Carluice, Lanarkshive Scot- land, as het birthplace and when 12 years old came to Canada locating at Ayr„ Waterloo Co. She was married to the late Walter Tunisian at 17 years of age and the young couple settled in MoKillop whets the hus- band died 80 years ago. Theee was a large family, 12 in all, as follows a-- Mts. T, Grimoldly, of Seaforth ; Thos, who died io 1880 ; Mrs. Geo. Waugh I Teeswater Walter, Lauder, Mao, IittneS, John, Robert, Charles, An- drew, Xrs, Geo, Candler and Mrs. bleMinee, of Staathcona and Mee Marion, of Teeswater. An appro. pieta service wee conducted by Rev. Mr. Fleming, Assisted by Rey, Dr, MeDonald, tit the McMillan homes Stratheone, Wednesday of last week and on Wednesday after/mon of this week Rev, A. MacNab, M. A., took charge of the funeral seems in Duff's Church, Walton, where deceased had attended for many years before going West 3 years ago, Interment was made in the family plot, Brussels cemetery. A beautiful wreath of flowers was placed imon the casket by the members of the family. Mrs, Turnbull was a kindly, motherly woman who had many friends., who sympathise with the bereaved in the departure of a splendid mother. Mrs. Waugh and Miss Turnbull were here from Teeswater to the funeral. Jamestown • MrS, Ben. King entertained a few friends on Wednesday evening. B. F. Carr, of Wroxeter, took charge of the service here last Sunday evemng. Mrs and Miss McKellar, who have been visiting at the houses of Donald and Alex. R. MacDonald, have re- turned to their home at Ailsa Craig. A quiet wedding took place at the home of Mrs. Mulligan, on Wednes- day, when her daughter, Miss Maggie, beerune the bride of Mr. Waddell from near Whitechurch. May their years be happy and prosperous. We are sorry to hear that Mrs. Thos. &salaam sr., is hardly as well as usual but her many friends hope she will soon regain her vigor. Mrs. Strachan is past 75 years of age and her heart appears to be the chief trouble. We are sorry to state that James Wright does not show improvement bis health. Ana,ernia and dropsy are the stubborn ailments to be com- batted. His many friends hope the coming of Spring. will prove helpful toward Mr. Wright's restoration. MEN vs. Woistata—A debate was to have been held in Victoria. Hall on • Tuesday of last week but, was post- poned until Tuesday next, 23rd inst. The topic is a very interesting one and should attract- a full house "It is Re- solved. that men have more influence for good than women." Chas. A. Forrest, jr., and Jas. Shnprion will uphold the claims of the "Lords of creation" while Misses Maggie Snell and Ina Bryans will herald the 'praises of the queens of the household. Don't miss it. The first regular meeting of the Jamestown Farmers' Club was held in • Victoria Hall on Tuesday night when a goodly number of members were present and no small interest taken in the discussion. The meeting was opened by the President, Chas. Forrest, setting forth the aims and objects of the Club after which Wm. Fraser spoke, at some length, in re- ference to the feeding of beef cattle in which many of those present took part, asking questions and reciting their own experience. Next meeting will beheld on the 2nd of March when A. Shaw will address the meeting in reference to "The care of manure" and Walter Smillie will speak on "En- silage and its feeding properties." A full attendance is requested as all are welcome. Although it is only two weeks since the Club was organ- ized it has upwards of fifty members and more to follow, OR. MacOONAIll 611411EITED. Address and Gold Headed Cane Pre- sented., The citizens' banquet tendered to Dr. Peter Macdonald at the National Hotel on Friday evening last, was one of the most successful ever held in Wingham. Dr, Macdonald's appointment as post- master at London makes it necessary for him to move his family from town, and the townspeople did not let Mtn leave without, in a tangible way, showing their appreciation of his worth as a citi sem Dr. Macdonald settled in Wingham in 1172 and has seen the place grow from a Mere hamlet to a prosperous town. He has held every office in the town in the gift of the people, and from r886 transoa tepresented East Huron in the House of ComMons, and during his last term held the important position of deputy speak- er, He has always been a loyal citizen and worked hard for what he considered was in the very best interests of the town. The dining -room was limited and the tables were set for only too persons. An excellent spread MS prepared, At the conclusion of the supper, Richard Clegg, president of the board of trade and chairman for the evening, proceeded with the toast list, and a sentence in his short address was that "Whigham is giving London her hest," The first toast. "Our King," was re sponded to by all lustily singing "God Save t King." The toastsand speech- es were "Our Conntry," responded to by J. A. Taylor, high school principal, and Dr. E. ts. Redmond. "Outario Legislature," by A. H. Musgrove, M. P. P„ awl John T. Currie. "The Clergy " by Rev, D. Perrie, Rev. fe,. Lautendeau anti Rev, C, C. eald n s. "The Press," by W. FL Kerr Brus• sels Post ; Geo. 11. Mootiey, Ripley Ex- press, and H. 13. Elliott, Wingham Times . 11, Davis, collector of customs, then look Charge as vita chairina n and an- riounced the following toasts and speeela es : "The Professions," by Dr. Agnew and tse, 1, Wilson. "Educational Institutious," by J. C. s W. H. KERR, Proprieior Smith, high scheol elassical roaster • Jos. Stalkier, principal oft public school, and J. 0. Workman,• high school mathematical master. oOld Residents," by Robert Currie Geo McKenzie, D. M. 130340,1, Wm Isbister and Robert Lookhart. "Tee Pioneer," ne Peter Platter, who has beep Wingham's palmate p081050 - bus for upward of 40 years, • "Moriicipal Council," be Mayot Greg- ory aud ex.councillor W»i Nicholsoo. All the speakers exprvssed regret et losing such a good citizen and within the 'doctor anti Itis family many happy years in their new home, The bancine was clearly a citizens' one, as both parties joined heartily in tusking it success, and some QI the clixtor's mos bitter political oppouents were preseet to assist in doing him honor The last toast of the evening. was that of "Our Guest," and Geo. Spotter), after expressing regret in the removal 0 so popular and publie-spirited oi chisee, read the following address, aud Mayor Giegory, ou behalf of the eitizens, pre- sented Dr. McDonald with 11 gold -bead- ed cane : To Dit. Planta MACDONALD: We have learned with keen regret that your recentappointmentrto a high position In the 5515388 0? your country hue made imperative the removal of you and your fatally Trona our town. We deeply deplore your departure, but we rejoice that your undoubted ability has re- ceived further reeognition. :Ulna on the eve of your departure when we bid you "God, speed" we would honor you as one of our most highly esteemed and public-spirited. citizens and this representative gathering has met here this evening in this festive hall to offer to you our felicitations upon your prefer- nient and to show our appreciation of your work and character. Oaring your long real - donee among 00100 have enjoyed the confi- dence of your fellow-onizens in a marked de- gree.both on nocount of your high professional attainments and on account of your close identification with everything that concerned the welfare of Wingbain. Amongother things we would mention the joint labors of your- self and other distinguished citizens of our town with reference to the erection of our hospital, high school and post office. These handsome edificee will be a perpetual newest, ion avid a lasting monument to the unwearied and unremitting devotion of :unselfish nien to the best interests of their fellow -townsmen. You have aleo the proud satisfaction of know- ing that the citizens of Winzlaitni have repeat- edly shown a signal admiration of your pro- bity and executive ability by electing you to all the official positions within their power. We would also recall your long and honorable career in the Federal Parliament where you helped to guide the destinies of this great country and whereto crown your public life the Parliament in recognition of your integ- rity. ability and equity appointed you to the distinguished, position of deputy speaker of the Boum of Commons. Your remarkable eareer is a high incentive to the youth of the present generation. A nation lo truly great only in BO 101 55 its people nieasure up to the full stature of manhood. So also a town's richest heritage is the integrity and nobility or its citizens. Per this reason we Reel your departure the more keenly since we can 131 afford to lose ouch men as you, to of strong convietions, high ideals intelligent patriothm and abiding; faith in their country. But 11 ie a source of gratification 50 05 to know that no alien land will claim the exercise of your distinguished merit but that you will still be employed as heretofore in the upbuilding of our own be loved Canada, and when you go from us our best wishes will accompany Mrs. Macdonald and you and the inembera of your family to your new hone and sphere of labor. Dated at Winglime. this 12th day. of February, 1909. Signed on behalf of the citizens of Winghain and vicinity. JOHN WILSON, GRO. SPOTTON, Ws. ITIOHoLSON, J. A. TAYLOR, T. Gael:WRY, RYOBARD CLINK. Dr. Macdonald, in his 1•, -ply, said in PCI t : "There are times in a person's life when it is difficult to speak. The heart 10 50 filled that one cannot find words to express the sentiments of the heart. What could be Said to express his grati- tude fur the kindness shown him and tbe many expressions of frieudship." He was not the great man the speakers had credited him. He had been a resi- dent of Wingham for a long time and be stood as an old tree in the midst of a second growth of trees. Very few were now residents of the town who were here when he came to Wingliam in 102 and be could ouly recall to mind six parties, viz. H. and Mrs. Davis, F. H. and Mrs. Roderus, Mr, Moore and Wm. Snell. He came as a stranger and never expected to stay, as the town was then only a bandet of less than 7oo people, with only four houses on the East side of the main street. The Dr. traced the growth et the town from 1872 up to the present time and in conclnding hisad- dress said that all present had shown a friendship that would never leave his mind and as long as memory served him he would always remember this event as the red letter day of his life, tie had always done his best for Wingham and her people and will always feel that he spent the happiest days of his life 111 Wingham. 31 POST OFFICE NOTICE. Subjevh "Test We Forget.' To OUR PAT11.0NS.—We are issuing our box rent tickets to -day. Most of our reuts were due 1st of Aug. last. Some of our patrons are good and at - tentative, prompt in paying the rent but we are sorry to say some are not so, Some are behind, mitre a time behind and we say this lest they have forgot. 100. It is only a trifle yearly but when several years are past and gots the trifle becomes more than that. I would like to say 11101 11 takes the box rent to Supplement the amount the Government allows fur the rout of the postoffiee building to make it equal to the rent that each of our bank agencies pay. Our P.O. building teas large, Re new, as substantially built, and the wear and tear is anieb more than any Bank. For the information of the public. the Goverumeet allows us for rent, fuel and light $030 a year, which is 5100 too small at any tair calculatioe. We would like to get the box rent paid in this month and get through with it. It goes without saying that we are in need of it. Should any mistake be made iu issuing these notices we will be most willing 10 rectify the scene. Bring your past receipts. • Posrgagrite, Quebec brewers have formed is trust which will control practically the whole output ot beer of the Province. Mayor W, E. Stevens, of Aylmer, dropped dead while delivering the open • Ms address at a Methodist tea-nieeting.