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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1915-6-17, Page 1VOL. 43 NO, 5 ,BRUSSELS, ONTARIO THURSDAY, yUNE 17, 1915 W. H. KERR, .Proprietor Sale Notes We collect or discount sale notes for farmers. Notes left for, collection are secure against fire or burglary, and the makers are notified of the due date. When paid, the money goes to your credit without any trouble on your part. We shall be glad to furnish you with the note forma free of charge. The Bank of Nova Scotia with which is united the Metropolitan Bank 500 suurrplus . _ - e1300000;0000 Total Resources over - - 90,000,000 BRUSSELS BRANCH F. H. Gilroy, Manager 191 New Advertisenfents Strawberry Bulletin. Lot for sale'—Tan Poem. Strayed—Wm, Champion. Souvenir China—Jas, Pox: Wool wanted—J. T. Wood. Cut in Millinery—Miss Hunter. House for sale—Mrs. Jas. Elliott. Adminietrator'e Bale—John McIntosh. Bistriat.sins Leadbury P. Gardiner has invested in a Ford car. Quite a number from We locality went to Guelph last Saturday to the Model Farm. FIELD DAY.—Friday afternoon of next week the school grounds at S. S. No. 9, 14th Con, McKillop, is to be the scene of a big time. That school and the Leadbury pupils are combining in a aeries of contests including Basket Ball, Foot Ball, Tug of war and Dales- thenic exercises for a• trophy. There will^also be a three mile open bicycle race for a $2 award, a fancy drill by Leadbury boys, foot races for the children and a Foot Ball match in the evening between No. 9 and Walton. A refreshment booth will be on the ground and a basket lunch will also be served at 5.30 o'clock. Fun com- mences at 1 p. m. An admission fee of10centerwill be charged, to cover expenses, pupils of the two schools Personality A factor in the Mak- ing of Mens' Clothes ' "Personality," says one whose wisdom is not to be questioned, "is the greatest thing in the world." We all know how it counts in the work of this busy world — forcing success where least expected. Well - fitting, well - made clothes are aproven im- portant factor- in adding to a man's personality, just as, contra -wise, an ill-fitting, ill -made suit will draw off from the most pronounced personality. Personality is a mark o every suit and coat made by the House of Hobber- lin. It is for this reason that the men who "care" are customers of this house: Every garment made to measure. ,Pole Agent for Hobberlin Tailoring W. PI Fraser being admitted free. Teachers Har- vey fioover and Mies Brown have the arrangements in hand so they will be. well looked after. If the day is fine a big crowd; and an A 1 time is expected. Everybody is invited to take in the fun on the 25th, Molesworth Wedding bells are ringing in and a- round this place. Miss Mabel lMenzies,Crenbrook, has started a sewing circle here. Earl Elliott has been 're-engaged as teacher by the trustees for another term. Mrs. S. McAllister and Mrs, J. Mel- vin, Palmerston, visited at the home of Ii. Howes. Wood -cutting and preparing for sowing turnips are the order of the day hi this vimniey, A football team has been organized and with some few week's practice the boys purpose challenging the teams in the district. A ROUSING BEE.—Monday after- noon, 14th hist, was a busy time at St. Andrew's Church, Molesworth. Last Winter the Board of Managers bought the timber on an acre of burned land. Several bees were held for cutting the logs and poles and drawing them to the church grounds and last Monday afternoon another bee was held to out the wood. The men of the congregation turned out to the number of 38 and it is 'estimated thabover 50 cords of wood were cut, split and piled. Work began at 1 o'clock, the ladies served a splendid lunch at,5, and by 7 o'clock the work was completed, the grounds raked and cleaned and everything left in order. Messrs. Stewart and Elliott kindly 'gave the use of their engine and saw and the Board of Managers feel very much indebted to thein for their generosity. They thank. the men who so readily, responded to the call of their chairman arid also the ladies who provided and served the lunch. - Wroxeter NEWSY Nome—Mrs. R. Black . wine the guest of relatives in Haraieton last week.—Rev. A. L. ,Russell,; of Medicine Hat, Alta., a former pastor here, will preach in the Methodist church on Sunday evening.—Harris and Mrs. Hamilton and little son, Strathroy, spent the week end with Ino.. and Mrs. Hamilton.—R. Shaw. of Bluevale, occupied the pulpit in the Presbyterian church on Sunday.— Wm. Sanderson, Toronto, spent sever- al days of last week with his parents, W IL and Mrs. Sanderson, Howick. —Mrs. E. Cardiff and children, of Brussels, are visiting at the home of the former's parents, Jno. and Mrs. Morrison.—A.. R. Wells, of Blyth, spent the week end at the home of T. A. Gibenn.—Robert McKercher has returned from Stratford where he has been attending Normal School.— Mildmay and Wroxeter teams of the W. I'. A. played in the park here Tuesday evening, neither sides seer - lug, although Wroxeter had the bet- ter of the game all tbrougb.—While S. Rasmussen was engaged in tearing down an old building early last week a beam on which he was standing gave way, throwing him to the ground a distance of about 1S feet. While no bones were ,broken, he received a bad shaking up, which still confines him to the house.—A Patty att Garden y under the auspices of the Red Cross Society will be held in the ark here Y p on eveningof June 24th. Wingham Band wilbe in attendance. There will also be a Font Ball match between Wingham and Wroxeter High School teams.—Mrs. John Hn fer,'who bas been in failing for the past yew., caused by dropsy and heart failure and who suffered severely at times, which she bore with Christian patience and. fortitude, passed away at her home near the village on Satur- day evening, aged 28 years., More. Hupfer's maiden name was Jane Mc- Lean, eldest daughter of Jno. Mc- Lean and the late Mrs. McLean, Howick. She spent most of her life in this vicinity and was married to her now bereft husband Apt•il 17th, 1912. Deceased was of a quiet and unassum- ing disposition and was esteemed by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, father, one brother, Wm. and Nieto., Ethel, for whore deep sympathy is expressed in their bereavement. Funeral took place to Wroxeter cemetery Monday afternoon service being conducted ted o by Rev, R, S, Lackiand, Oran brook Road work is in season. H. Smalldon returned from Michi- gan on Saturday evening. Specifications for the repairs at the manse are at the poet -office. Mre, Grigg, Belgrave;, is visiting her daughter, Mrs, F. Jeschke, and other friends, Miss Jean Blair is visiting friends in Brussels, Setfoeth, Hensel' and Grand Bend. Chas. Raddatz and Mr. Hillen,' Detroit, are here on a visit to the former's father. Remember the Garden Party here Thursday evening, 24th inst, on the school grounds. Band in attendance and good time promised. Pte. R. G. Barnes, 4th Batt, form- erly 11 Batt. Officially) reported wounded. This refers to a nephew of Mrs. J. J. Gorsalitz, who has frequent ly visited here, Wore THE DISHES. -Mies Maggie, daughter of John and We. McNabb, won the fine set -of diehea offered at the bean guessing contest at the store of Messrs. Leitch &•Son. She guessed the exact number of beans in the jar, 9218. The official count was made by Deputy Reeve Brown, J. M. Knight, Victor Sperling and Harvey Noble. Belgrave too YOIIa 0YB0 Homan Mu 1 J. G. Jones. graduate optician and watch maker, will visit Belgrave Wednesday of each week, commenc- ing June 10th, and may be found at Belgrave Hotel, reedy to attend to testing of ayes and will also repair watches and cloaks. Tele- phone No. 80 for further information. Mrs. James McGill has moved into her new house in the village. • The Methodist Sabbath School gave a donation of $5,00 to the Red Cross Society. Wrn, andMrs. Nethery er. are coin- fertably located in. their new home in the village. James Oloakey is taking in the Cali- fornia Exposition ae well as visiting friends at San Diego': Mtn. James Dougall, Weet Hall, Manitoba, is here visiting relatives, the Wightman families. Jas. and Mrs. Grigg are getting com- fortably settled on the groom's 'fine farm West of the village. 'Thomas Procter and Mrs. Horn took in the trip to the Model Farm last -Saturday going by 0. P. R. John Anderson, sr., ' of Dundalk, speuta few days last -week with rela- tives bere enroute for Parris and Galt to visit other memhere of his family. Mesdames Bell, Clegg and Procter attended the Summer meeting of the Blyth Institute, held on June 8th and report profitable and up-to-date ad- dresses by Mrs. Burns and Mrs. (Dr.) Allison, Christopher Nethery and Mies Mar- garet McCallum were quietly married by Rev. Mr. Perrie, in Wingham at the manse, on Tuesday, 15th, They will reside on Mr. Nethery's farm on 8th line, Wawanosb. D. S. Scott is improving his home with a railing around the verandah Alex. Brune is putting a cement foundation and cellar under his house. Joe - Miller is building a barn on the lot he recently purchased e s the from Barkley e estate. Oliver Anderson now drives a Ford car which he manipulates for the Sts Fertelizer Compan. Mr. Anderson has done aii extensive business during the past Winter for the Company in Bruce Co., added to this the Company have urged on him to take the agency for Grey Co. He starts at once on his new duties. The Co, has secured the right man in the right place. FMB PIo-NIo.—A dandy time was enjoyed at the Fainters' Club and Women's Institute pic-nic in the Wil- kinson grove last Tuesday. There was 110 end of fun in the foot ball, base ball, shoulder stone, races, &c. Young and old, male and female, preachers and people were allinto it, Good pro - gran of instintnental music. Liberal lunch was served, Over $80 was taken in at the bonih. The pic-nic;ground is a fine epnt for such an occasion. Fot a good .afternoon's sport this pic-nio has them till beaten, ++++444+++++++++++++++++++.1-14+44÷4-14++++++ ++++++++++ + + + + Announcement of Prices + + + + + + + AT THE +F ++East Huron Produce Emporium + At present we are paying the Following I Extras No. 1 No, 2 Tub and Box Butter 22c 20c I 9 2IC 18C. 14c 4. Eggs + + 1 Due Bilis -. Issued at 5 per cent additional in trade. ROBT.; THOMSON - Brussels + vived by his brothers, Rev. George Jackson, of Walkorville and James + Jackson, formerly of Grey township, itendel+'M444444444. +444, 4+++++ +++i+++++F++i+ +++++++d+H+d4++'1444.+++ i now of Clinton locality, ++ +++++++++++++++++++-•1•++++ Spend Your Dominion Day J at Seaforth And Attend the 16th AnnuahMeeting of the WORTH TN TURF CLUB A One of the Best Race Meets s.lA Ontario, All the Best Horses *2100 in Purses Come to C4th On JULY 1st and 2ntl Band In Attendance M. Brodorlok, Soo. W. eovenlook, Pros. +++++++++++++++++++++ 4' ++++ Wednesday evening next a Garden Party will be held at: Knox church grounds, under the auspices of the Sabbath School, Wingheen Band in attendance, Nelson Higgins gave a good paper at the Guild at Knox church on Sun- day night on "Christ's call to young men of to -day." James Taylor sang an appropriate selection. It wae de- cided to continue the meetings throughout the Summer. D., Mrs. and Miss Sproat were at Kippen on Tuesday attending the funeral of the former's niece, Miss Cummings, who died last Sunday. She had been an invalid for some time. Interment was made at Eg- mondville cemetery. Deceased was a fine woman. The Summer meeting of the Wo- man's Institute, which was held Mon- day, was well attended considering the busy day. It, was presided over, with ability and business tact, by the newly elected President, Mrs. James Taylor, the usual business being con- ducted in order. President and See.- Trea& were appointed delegates to District meeting at Bluevale on the 22nd. Mrs. Boyle contributed a solo. Mrs. Burns, Toronto, spoke at some length setting forth the possibilities of the fntnre home by the method of 'ehorb cuts, electrical and mechanical appliances being manipulated along all lines of house work. The branch is looking forward to a . prosperous year. MASON—CLARK.—The Hensatl Ob- server of last week says :—Wednes- day a quiet marriage was solemnized intheMethodist parsonage, Rev. R. Hicks officiating, contracting parties being Mies Ethel Clark, youngest daughter of James Clark and John Mason, an enterprising young farrier of Wawanosh township, whnse home is about 5 miles West of Belgrave. The bride was handsomely gowned and looked charming. At the con- clusion of the ceremony the wedding party repaired to the home of the bride where a repast was served. None but the immediate relatives were present. The happy couple left on the evening train. May their lives be all sunshine. Grey Miss McIntosh, of Toronto, is a wel- come visitor with Councillor and Mee. McArthur. Next meeting of the Township Council will be held in Long's Hall, Cranbrook, on Monday, 28th inst. Miss Gladys McQuartie and W. J. Hoover are home from the Normal School, Stratford, having completed their exams. last week. Tuesday evening next a fine time is expected at the Garden Party to be held at James Pearson's, Choice pro- gram will be presented. Keep it in mind. S. B. Lamont, of Regina, is here on a holiday with relatives and friends. He ie a student -at -law and a son of Hugh Lamont.. It is 3 years' since he was home. Saturday of this week will be the date of the Farmers' Excursion to the Model Farm, Guelph. This township will send a large number of visitors as it is a popular outing particularly to the young people. Wm. Ritchie, a former resident of this locality, was visiting old scenes during week. He wa the past e a dele- gate from the West to the Presbyter- ian Assembly, which met at Kingston, and was on his way homeward. It ie reported that John Jackson, 5th Con., has purchased the farm of Chas. Cook, across the road, and that Jonas Flood and family, who have been at Obeeley, will return to it. Mr, and hire, Cook will continue to live in the locality, the former being employed at present on John W. Morrison's farm. REV, THOMAS JACKSON DECEASED, -Rev. Thomas Jackson for 55 years a Methodist minister, died at his home' in St. Thomas on Friday, June lltit. Born in Ireland he carne with his parents to Canada over 60 years ago and located in Grey township and in his early years taught school, In 1880 he entered the ministry of the New Connexion Methodist Church and travelled Corinna, Arthur, Romney, Amherstburg, Bothwell, Belmont, Ap- pin, Fingal and other circuits. Be rehired some ten years ago to Sbrath- roy and had been living the last two years in St, ;Phomas, Deceased was 82 of age. Ile was a good preacher, a genial pastor and did well wherever he was stationed, Mr. n . Jackson is et u •- The Durham bull, sold by East Huron Agricultural Society last Satur- day afternoon, at Brussels, was par. chased by D, McKinnon, 8th Con, The last letter received from Sergi. Ross McKinnon said he was in good health and weighed 185 pounds, He 10 now with the 14th Regt, in France. All roads will lead to ,Tae, Cardiff's grove, to the annual pionic of S. S. No, 3, Friday afternoon of next week, June 25th. Races, games and other amusements are under preparation. A. good grove, with an adjoining meadow, afford excellent picnic faci- lities. Arrange to spend the after- noon with the crowd and make the day •a memorable one. Everybody welcome. WobxnED.—The following refers to a nephew of J. and Mrs. Gorsalitz and D. and Mrs. Neabel who visited thein on different occasions : Galt's already lengthy casualty list was enlarged Saturday by two more names. Rich. and Mrs., Barnes, 18th Ball avenue, were notified by the militia depart- ment that their son, Pte. Richard George Barnes, of the 4th Battalion, formerly of the lith, had been wound- ed, but no further; particulars; were given. He is a Galt boy, born and raised there, and when the war broke out was in the West, and enlisted there. ' MATRIMONIAL.—A quiet but pretty wedding took place on the evening of June 9th, at the borne of Robt. Carr, 3rd Con., when his second daughter, Mies Mary, was united in marriage to T. Ritchie, Wingham, Promptly at 5.30 the bridal couple, who were un- attended, took their places on the lawn under an arch of peonies, snow- balls and ferns and Rev, h A. McKel- vey performed the marriage ceremony. The bride, who was given away by her father, was prettily gowned in white voile with chiffon and pearl trimmings and carried a boquet of carnations and lily of the valley and was the recipient of many useful gifts. Groom's gift to Miss Ida Frain, wbo played the wedding march, was a gold watch fob, When congratulations were over the guests, numbering over 50, partook of a sumptuous supper and after an enjoyably evening's entertainment of music and social in- tercourse the' company left for their several homes, wishing Mr. and Mrs. Ritchie many happy and prosperous years. Guests included Dr, and Mrs. Ford, Wingham ; Mr. and. Mrs. Bides] and Mrs. Robinson, Auburn ; Thomas Ritchie, Delmore ; Wm. and Mrs. Corbett, Belgrave ; J. T. and Mrs. Ritchie, Brussels ; and Mrs. McKerch- er, Wroxeter, Morriss Council met last Monday. Brussels speeding events Wednes- day afternoon of next week will catch our speed artists. Morris Council granted 810.00 each to Blyth, Brussels and Wingham Agricultural Societies. Mrs. Eleton Cardiff and children, 5th line, were visitors with the form- er's parents at Wroxeter. Bosman Drain contract was award- ed to Felix Curtin at $2,089, work to be completed by Oct. 1st, 1915. M. Scarlett, of Toronto, was a visit- or at the home of George and Mrs. Kelly, 8th line. He is a nephew. of the latter. Misses Yuill are home from attend- ance at ther 1 No ma School' Stratford where they have spent a good share of the ast year. P Mrs. Thos, Warwick, 7th line, underwent an operation at Fergus last week and is making good pro- gress. We hope she will soon be fully restored. Keep the date of the Garden Party at Leslie Fear's, 8th line, in mind— Tuesday evening of next week, 22nd inst. Itis under the auspices of the Jackson Church Sabbath School. Excursion by special train to Guelph Model Farm Saturday of this week. The farm is one of the most interest- ing places to be visited and the oubing is always an enjoyable as well as an instructive one. In last Saturday's published list of casualties in the battle line in France, H. Knox, formerly of Morris town- ship, whose letter was published in last week's POST, is reported among the wounded. His old friends here hope he is not dangerously hurt and that he will soon be able to be about. GEORGE WILKINSON DEOEASED: A former resident of Morris township and Brussels passed away on May 18th, at Bradford, England, aged 75 years. After a sojourn in Canada for severalrears he return ed to the land Y of Ms birth about 20 years ago where he continued to reside with a sister. Deceased never married. A peculiar circumstance was that while brother and sister had enjoyed comparatively good health they died within three days of each other, Miss Ellen dying on May 10th. Pneumonia wee the cause, Nr. and Miss 'Wilkinson were brother and sister to Joseph Wilkin- son, formerly of Morris, now living in Housalllocality. He visited in Eng- land 2 years ago and found bis folk well at that time. The older people of the community will remember George Wilkinson, who was a genial gentleman and was very warm to any- thing that was Britisb. Their demise came very unexpectedly as a recent letter repotted them in good health. PRETTY WEDDING.—A quiet but pretty wedding was solemnized at the home of Geo, W. and Mrs. Procter, Morris, on Wednesday, June 9th, when their eldest daughter, Jennie, became the wife of James" Martin Grigg, a prosperous farmer of East Wawanosh Rev, T. W. Kilpatrick of - fleeting. Bride entered the parlor leaning on the arm of her father, to the'ns tr e at of m Lohen ra Bridal chords, played by Miss Florence Procter, sister of the bride, and took her place under it dainty arch, banked With ferns and plants. The bride Cut in EAST MYRON FARMERS' INSTITUTE, - —The annual meeting of this body will be held in the I+'oreeters', Hall, Ineya e, Tues ay afternoon of next week, opening at 2 o'clock, Reports will be presented, new plans of work discussed, officers elected and other busines attended to. A speaker is ex- pected from the Department, The Women's Institute will convene here on the same date so Bluevale will be highly honored.• Millinery Prices, Commencing Friday, June 18th,. Millinery prices will be Reduced for the balance of the season. Now is the time to get bargains. MISS HUNTER, Milliner, ETHEL wore a gown of cream gloria silk, trimmed with white satin and shadow lace and carried a shower boquet of carnations and ferns. Misses Sadie and Edith Hill made charming flower girls, gowned in pink silk and carried a basket of pink and white roses. During the signing of the register, Mise Tessie Halliday sang "0 Promise Me." After congratulations the guests repaired to the dining -room where a sumptuous wedding dinner was served. The room was decorated with flowers and bunting. After some time spent with music and social chat the wed- ding couple left on a motor trip amid good wishes and showers of rice and confetti. The many useful and beautiful gifts showed the high esteem in which the couple are held. Groom's gift to the pianist was a pearl ring and to the flower girls dainty silver pine. Moncrieff Drops are growing well now. Last Saturday several took in the Farmers' Exursion to the Model Farm, Guelph, and enjoyed the day. The members of Knox church choir and the Endeavor choir combined and presented George Hanley and bride with a fine chair, a remembrance of the good fellowship existing. Gift was suitably acknowledged. Last Sunday afternoon DeWitt Cosens, B. A., of London, the repre- sentative of the Upper Canada Bible Society, gave an interesting address in Knox church here. The locality usually contributes generously to this noble cause. Friday evening, 28th inst., is the date you must attend the Garden Party on the school and church grounds. Supper from 8 to 8. Pro- gram will be unique. Prof. Jno. A. Kelly, Toronto, vocalist, ventriloquist and eutertainer, will be the leading feature and Miss Marjory Munro, of the Queen city, will sing and give dances in National costume. Music by orchestra and bagpipes. Refresh- ment booth on the grounds. Ethel Ormrae.—Monday and Tuesday of each week J, G. Jones, graduate optician end watch. maker, will be at W. H. Love's store Ethel,. commencing last Monday, ready to attend to testing of eyes. He will also do repairs to watches, clocks and jewelry. His telephone Is No. 80. If you require any help in his line call to see him. Will. Oantlon, from the West, was here during the past week renewing old friendships. Miss Hunter is selling millinery at reduced prices for balance of the sea- son. See advt in this issue. The Presbyterian b to an Sa y bba th School will hold their annual ul picnic on July y 1st in Thos. Vodden'srove. Friday evening of gthis week the Ladies' Aid hold a Garden Party at the Methodist church, Good program after supper in the Township Hall. Next Sabbath evening the Endeavor Society of the Presbyterian church will have as the topic "Christ's pall to the young women of to -day." A choir of young ladies will lead the singing. Meeting at 7.30. Bluevale S. Paul shipped a car of hogs from here Wednesday. Robt, Musgrove spent Sunday with relatives near Ethel. Mrs. Jas. Masters is at presnt visit- ing relatives at Toronto. Mrs. Lawrence, Wingham. is at present visiting friends in the village. Mies 111, Oloakey, is with her broth- er John, at Wingham, who is serious- ly ill. The votes for election of Eiders in Knox church must be all turned in not later than Sunday next June 20th. Joseph Breckenridge and John Messer are attending the annual meetingof Canadian U ad an Order of Fores- ters at St. Catharines, We are glad to have Rev. Mr. Thompson back to Bluevale for au- otherear and 1 y wish him and his con- gregations a successful term. Albert Thomas has enlisted for ser- vice abroad and leaves for London to commence training first of next week. We trust he will come through safely. Rev. A. L. Russell preached in the Methodist church Sunday evening, taking as his text Gen, 1:1. His ser- mon was listened to with much inter- est, On Sunday morning Rev. Mr. Tate gave a very interesting talk on the meeting of the Assembly which he and Mrs, Tate attended at Kingston last week. Rev, David Rogers, formerly of Bluevale, was superannuated at the recent London Conference and will live in London. Helms been engaged to work in association with Rev. Dr. Flanders, 1st Methodist church, for the coming year. He should fill the bill all right. Mrs. H. A. McCall received the sad news of the death of her mother, Mrs. Wilber, Delhi, on Monday. Mr, and Mrs. McCall attended the funeral on Wednesday. Mrs, Wilber was a fine old lady and had many friends in the village, We extend our sympathy to Mrs, McCall, Walton Crops are looking fine. Miss I rae Cunningham r gam and friend are visiting at Detroit. Quite a crowd went to Guelph last Saturday on the Excursion, Miss Martha Smillie has returned home from the Normal School, Next Sunday will be Communion Sunday in Duff's church. Prepara- tory service Friday, at 2.30 p. m. Interesting addresses on Bible Society work were given last Sunday by DeWitt Cosens, B. A., of London. He is a clever young man. Anneal Garden Party will be held on Duty's church manse lawn on Tues- day, 29th inst. Program will include Prof. Kelly and Miss Munro, Toronto, Seaforth Band, bagpipes, addresses, etc. Next Monday afternoon and even- ing a social gathering of the Elders of Duff's church and members of the Adult Bible Class will be held at James Smillie's, to celebrate his 82nd birthday and his jubilee of 50 years Eldership In Duff's church, Walton. A Garden Party will be held at the home of Wm. Stewart, 14th Con., McKillop, on Wednesday, June 23rd, under the auspices of St. George's church, Walton. Program will con- sist of a Brass Band, addresses, re- freshments, etc, Proceeds will be divided between St. George's church and the Red Cross Fund. HYMENEAL. — Married quietly by Rev. le, E. Page, on Wednesday, June 10th, at the home of the bride's par- ents, 14th con. McKillop, Martha Ethel, daughter of James and Ann Elizabeth Mose, to Carlyle Houston, of Stanley township, son of Samuel 0, and Mary Ann Houston. Bride and groom went from Walton to Toronto and other points for wedding tour, Jamestown Next Sabbath evening the service in Victoria Hall will be in charge of 8'. H. Gilroy, of Brussels, Robert McAllister, of Zurich, was visiting at J. D. Miller's last week. He is a cousin to Mrs. Miller. Norman and Mrs. McLeod have moved from Goderich to Wingham where Mr. Mac. has bought a grocery stock. We wish him well. J. D. Miller, Hugh Higgins, Alex. Edgar and Thos. Earl were at Gude- rich last week doing duty as jurymen. Their task was a very light one. We are pleased to hear favorable reports of Mrs. L. Eckmier's improved health, She ie•abie to be out of the hospital and after a short time with Mrs. (Dr.) McKelvey, her aunt, in To- ronto, will come to ber home. The rain last Thursday evening rather put a damper on the Garden Party at Charlie Forrest's, Quite a few attended, however and the Wing - ham Band discoursed a good program in the house. Proceeds about $100, Bluevale won the foot ball by 3 to 2. Garden Part is announced pounce d Por Fri- dayeveningof next week a t the John- ston Church, le G Line Morris. After supper, from 6 to 8, a fine program will be put on. Choice vocal selections by Messrs. Lightfoot and Bradshaw, the well known vocalists of Sbratford ; and a Male Quartette from Bluevale ; interesting addresses by Rev. J. W. Hibbert, Wingham, and Rev. D.Wren, Brussels. Booth on the grounds. Party is under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid of which Mrs, John Fells is President. Rev, D. D. Thompson, pastor, will preside. Brussels School Board Regular meeting of the Board was held last Friday evening in Jas. Fox's office. Present J. Fox, J. Cunning- ham, R. Leatherdale, D. O. Ross and S. Wilton. Minutes of previous meet- ing read and adopted. Following accounts were presented : G. M. Hendry, Books for Con- tinuation School, $ 3.09 F. R. Smith, supplies,..... 22,18 Wilton & Gillespie, coal, 39 tons, at $7.25 295.82 Geo. 50 Tho moon crocks Walker & Black, pictures and repairs 4.60 Moved by Leatherdale — Cunning- ham that above accounts be paid. Carried. Question of renovating school dur- ing vacation was disonesed. Board decided to visit school, see what was uecessary and instruct the Property Committee. Prinoipal Sootb interviewed Board as to tune of closing school at end of term and it was agreed to leave the matter in his hands. Board then adjourned. Church Chimes Service Thursday evening at the home of Robt. Smith, 6th Lion Morris, by Rev. R. E. Page. Next Sunday's services in St, John's church, Brussels, and St, George's, Wal- ton, will be taken by Rev, H, M. Lang - Ford, of Listowel, with whom the Re - tor is changing. Rev, R. E. Page, wife and Eustace, motored on Monday to London in order that he might attend tite junior Clerical t7nion of the Diboose before whom he . read a paper on "The Child from three to seven and the Church's responsibility to same," and to attend the opening of Synod. They returned Tuesday after. noon,