The URL can be used to link to this page

Home My WebLink AboutThe Brussels Post, 1915-12-25, Page 1VOL. 44 .V'O. 23. ER USS,E L,S, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECRMBER 25, 1915 W. H. XERR, Proprietor Banking - Service" This bank undertakes every description, of banking busi- ness, and our aim is to have each customer feel assured of courtesy and attention in our offices. The many services performed by a modern bank are at your disposal; and every good business connection, large or small, is welcomed by 34 The Bank of Nova Scotia PAID -TTP CAPITAL - i 9,600,000 RESERVE PUND - - 19,000,000 TOTAL RESOURCES over 90,000,000 BRUSSELS BRANCH F. H. Gilroy, Manager New Advertisements Christmas rush—H'. R. Smith. Municipal Notice—A. McEwen, Chopping—Electric Tight Plant. Engines for sale—J. 13. Wheatley. Wood wanted—Methodist Church. •Debentures for ante—Twp. of Morris. Bistrict MoncriefF Robert McTaggart has been on the sick list but we hope he will soon be as hearty as ever. Elmer McKay ie having a catch -as - catch -can with measles. He needs to hustle as the play "The Minister's Bride," in which he was to take part at Brussels, is to be put on' again. Sunday afternoon Rev: Di'. Som- merville, Toronto, came to Moncrief£ with the pastor and gave a fine ad- dress in Knox church' church. Next Sabbath Jtev. Mr, Thornloe will be the preacher, The White pift Christmas Tree, llln- tel•tallltrlellt 111 poor ehnrob last Fri- day evenin ; turned out very pleae nnt- ly. Rev. R• A, Lundy was chairman and a choice program was given by the members of the Mission Band. The tree was laden with gifts valued at ij 25 00, which went to St. Oln istoph- er House and the Sick Childrens' Horgan), Tohnnto. Receipts at the door wine 1j2000. Jamestown Mies Mary Wallace has arrived home from Detroit, Mies Mary Johneton, le assisting in D. McDonald's store during the Christmas season. Rev, Mt.:rhontpenn, Bluevale, con- ducted eervice in Victoria Hall last Sabbath evening. A Cbtietm's Tree will be held here on Thursday evening., A good pro- gram is being prepared. A concert under the auspices of the Women's Institute willbe held in Victoria Hall, Friday evening, Jan. 14th, 1916, A play entitled "The Miuister's Bride" will be given by talent from Brussels. Proceeds will be used tae Red Cross purposes. Ad- mission 25 cents. , Bl u oval e NEWSY NOTES.—Mrs. Wm. Sellers is on the sick list and her daughter, Mre. Thornton,' of Detroit, ie looking after her, We hope for speedy re- covery.—John King went to the hospi- tal on Monday and underwent an operation. His many friends trust he will soon be o. k.—Annual Christmas Tette entertainment will be held in the Methodist church Christmas night, Deo. 25th. A good program is being .prepared, which starts at 7:45 sharp. consisting of musical and Liter. ary selections and a play, tThe Spinster's Convention, We are pleased to see Mrs. Wm. Thornton around again after being on the sick list for last few weeks.—An evidence of the high esteem in which Key. Crawford Tate is held was shown on Sunday when the congrega- tion of Eadiee' Church, Turnberry, made him a Christmas gift of a fine new cutter. Mr. Tates. Blaevale friends extend congratulations.—Ro- beet W. Masters, who enlisted in Toronto a few weeks ago, expects to leave for England in a draft of troops that is, going before the end of the month. -President W. H. Haney has called a meeting of the Executive of the Literary Society and all 'others interested in the Foresters' Hall next Monday evening, Dec. 27th, to make plans- for the Winter.- Please keep this date in mind and bring some' gond suggestions for helping to advance the .*.+.+••••••.•.•.••+•••+•+ •+•4••MF•••*•+•R•+•+•d•••••e *THE CASH SHOE STORE • } • • 4. — • or Hockey • + 3va' q�9 to • • .. • VRtfE$1011AL < • • w ..: a •• ♦ 9 A 6 • o. G • • . • Shoes _` • • — Felt Shoes +4.: 3- i• for Men, Women and Children, the favorite • 4. • • present -of Christmas, and our Cash System • ••r enables us to make the prices so low that you i will see the advantage of purchasing here. + : Satchels, Suit Cases and Trunks at Low Cash Prices i 4. •• • i 4.•• • and Nice Warm Slippers j Set Single Harness to exchange for Hard Wood. • • A few Blankets clearing at Cost. N. 47X Mi ch rds &� o.• Phone it •+•+•••+•+•••••+.•e•+••i +•••••••••+••F•••••••••••'t•. work of the Literary Society,—Mie. A. Bruce 'left last week to spend the Winter at the borne of her brother iu Palmerston. -- Wonierl's 1118 111110 is holding a Patriotic Conceit on New Year's Eve, Friday, Dee, Blet, 111 K 110 Church, 131uevale, for Lheur._ pose of raising funds -to help tem to continue the), Red (hoes worst, This lean object that appernls to every- one but in addition a good evening's entertainment is assuted for the ladies are arranging for an excellent pro- gram, — Municipal Nomination for Turnberry Township will be held hi the C. O. F. Hall here next Monday. There is talk Of an election. Wroxeter NnwsENOTEs.—Mrs. R. J. Sander- son, Fordwieh, spent Monday at the home of D. and Mts. Fish er:—Mknee Pearl and Lila Kaako and Maggie Anderson have completed a comet+ at Clinton Model School returning to their homes here on Saturday.—Miss Nellie Stewart, Toronto, is the guest of her uncle, D. 1). Sanderson:—E, and Mrs. Cardiff, Brussels, visited the lat. ter's patents' here on Saturday.—A. Red Orosa night was given by R. Sin- Clair at the moving picture .show on Wednesday last. The net proceeds were $25.25.—Mrs, Thompson, Tee- herne, Man„ is visiting her parents, Thos, and Mrs. Sage.—Miss Lizzie Sanderson returned from Toronto on Friday.— Mrs. Higgins, Toronto, is the guest of her sister, M,e Oloin Higgins. -.A Bazaar, under the aus- pices of the Uni(ed Women Workers, was held in the basement of the Presbyterian, Church last Thursday evening.—Mies Eleanor Hamilton, of Stratfnrd Normal School, is horse for the Christmas vacation.—A number from this vicinity have enlisted this week including Harry Waller, Wm. Cornwall and Jas. Ball.—The Yotutg People's Society of the Presbyterian Church was conducted on Sunday evening by Aldred Wearying, assisted by Mies h Town. The subject was "flow the Prophecy of the Angels' Christmas Song may come true." Morris Miss Mary Osborne, of Listowel, is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Garner Nichol- son, 4th line. Miss Hazel Nichol spent a few days at the home of A. W. and Mrs. Sloan, Blyth, while enroute to visit Mrs, Leonard Cook, Clinton. Nomination proceedings will take place at the Township Hall next Mon- day from 12 to 1 o'clock. It there's an election Councillors Fraser, Elston, Laidlaw and Johnston may try a tackle for the Reeveship if Reeve Shortreed drops out. John Currie, of Maidstone, Sask„ eon of Mrs. Donald Curriean old and the known resident of 4th line, Morris, is here nn a holiday visit. The visitor is13 years away. His wife is Miss Lizzie Robb, formerly of this township. Mrs. Donald Corrie, al. though 80 years of age, is able to get about quite briskly for a lady of her years. Hotie n WAIeslnvo.—To break-in the fine new residence of Reeve and Mrs. Shortreed, 0th line, the Township Councillors and officials and their bet- ter halves were invited to a house Warming last Friday evening, 25 guests sitting down to the tables, set out with the necessaries and luxuries of life prepared in the most enticing manner. Mrs. (Warden) Govenlock had the seat of honor at the table. Splendid help was rendered in the service of oysters, eta., by Mrs. Elliott (Goderich) Mrs. 11. Shortreed, Mrs. Wm. Taylor, Mrs. Gen. Dickson and Miss Patterson and abets. Conspicu- ous in the party was Councillor John- ston and bride, Mies Irene McEwen accompanied her father, the well known Township Clerk, iti the in- ability of Mts. licEwen to attend through ill health. For the evening about 100 additional guests pit in an appearance and if a good Linn was not enjoyed it was not the fault of the genial hoot and Hostess who left no- thing undone to add to the comfort and pleasure of the party. Reeve Shunt sed has a dandy new home. It is0'2story cottage, built of Miltnn pressed brick, modern in all its ap- pointments and fitted up from attic to cellar in the best possible manner with all the conveniences. No sunali •••• ••••••••••••••••••••••• •••••••••••••••••••••••••• • His Only1ShoppingDay Till Christmas • • 4. • • ehristmas Prese f Only 1. Shopping Day Till Christmas • ♦• ♦ • • • iZ • •s e e e • A •• • • • e 0 la�zR lD• ' 8UI liciejrao osier q. OR MEWOIN \A/OMEN .F. AND CHILDREN, 4 ljoi �aykiy'el ' • is 4 ld` 1:,r SIX PAIRS IN A Christmas Box GUARANTEED No Holes—Six Months e SILK HOSE top. 3 pain guaran- teed month.. roan :..u.".......,.,--* raw"_:.z>w:.vru:.•..rmr� If it's to be auseful c me shouldbe bought ht er t u n' b n c tel ore a i. g t a store, and t should he bought at once to ensure an early choice. Everything that a self-respecting men's store should'have is to be found here.. Everything is bright and new and at reasonable prices. Here is a list of things that it will pay you to keep in mind when on your shopping rounds ; - Neckwear Silk Lined Gloves Night Shirts Braces Garters Armlets Fine Sox Sills Mutfiers -. Pajamas Wool Gloves Fine Umbrellas Cuff Links • This is the Christmas Store of the town for buying tnen's use- ful gifts. They are boned to be correct in style and right in price. Fur Lined Gloves Fine Shirts Linen Handkerchiefs Underwear Silk Handkerchiefs 'Toy rtes Coat Sweaters Wool mufflers hnn,c,+e D. 0. ROSS ♦ • • ♦ a 9 A • a a eA ♦ 1 r • •6 0 ♦ ♦ ••a•••♦4••64.6.4♦••a•••.••••4$•.••••.•.•+••••••.•.••.•••• e•....4•.••*•♦♦••♦ea4.. A credit is due the eon tractors who gave Reeve Shortreed an A 1 job. Many compliments were expressed to Mr. imttd Mrs, HI,, i 1 Peed over the comforts of the new house rind hearty good wishes ex pt essed for long, happy anti prosperous years in its occupancy by them and Ilreir in teieeting t'atnily, The guests several ed :at an early hour (nextnernitrg) hitppy to meet, sorry to part, hoping .to tweet, again. Box SOCIAL. AT TOWNSHIP HALL,— Monday ever:lug a. Red Cross Box Social was on the program at the Morrie 'Township Hall, under the direction, of S, S. No. 3 and the see - Lion, Miss Gladys AlcQuurie is the respected teacher, who shares 111 the sympathy of the community in the rurlooked for (lender, of her 1',tlhee at Denver, Colorado, where he had gone with . Mee. Merlluarrie to spend the Winter, F. 11, Gilroy made an excel- leot. clrairnutu and the program was varied and well rendered, Auctioneer Jrtntes Taylor mhcle a good job of sell- ing the nicely prepared boxes. The receipts were $51.75 which were'lia,,d- ed over to the Red Cross Treasurer at Brussels to aid this worthy cause. We congratulate No. '3, they are really No. 1 when it c0mee to enter- tainments. ' Belgrave Harry Hopper made ct business trip to Toronto last week. Dan. Halliday is borne from Toroir- to University for the vacation; Major N. T. Sinelarr, Wiugharn, was in town last Friday no official bnsioess concerning the 101so Huron Battalion. Last week Norman _ Stonehouse, who is attending Normal School at Stratford, arrived hone for the Christmas holiday. The Public School Entertainment, held Tuesday evening was a fine suc- cess. Program consisted of songs, drills, recitations, dialogues, &c„ all rendered in A 1 style. Great credit is due to Teacher Higgins for the way he managed it. Last Sabbath Rev. E. G. Powell, of Clinton, presented the claims of the County Temperance organization and the duty of the people in supporting and enforcing the law, in Methodist churches on Belgrave circuit. He does hie duty faithfully and deserves loyal support as Secretary for the County. BELGRAV E PATRIOTIC NOTES.—We gratefully acknowledge the following donations :—Mrs. Robert Shiells 10 yds. cotton, Mrs, 1IcKenzie parcel old cotton, Mrs. R. Irwin 31.00, Geo. Armstrong 32.00, proceeds from Con- cert Belgrave School, 817:00. We shipped -20 pairs socks, 6 pairs wrist- lets and 16 shirts. The next Patriotic meeting will be held at the home of Mra. (Rev.) Parnaby, Belgrave, on Jan. 3rd, 1916.—We are contemplating the giving of a Patriotic Concert in the near future.—We repeat our ap- peal for entton for bandages, old cot- ton, hospital gauze, non-absorbent and absorbent. grey Harold Work, who is attending school in Toronto, is home for the Christmas holidays. George and 1Vliss Sarah Hutchinson are away on a driving trip Calling on relatives and friends at Auburn, Ben - miller and will visit their grandmolher ht Goderich. The Christmas 'Tree Entertainment will be held in Union Church, llth Con., on Thursday evening, Dec, 28rd. Gond program of music, drills and literary selections. Santa Claus is al- so expected. Wm. 111cDougall, son Virus. and daughter, Miss Laura, of Yotkton, Sask., are visitors with Jno. Lowe and at Mrs. Donald McKinnon's. Air. Mc- Dougall was a former resident of Grey, living on Lot 11, Con. 4. He was hete 5 years ago. Young Mr. Mac, ie on his Sed year at the Veterinary College, Toxon to. • Wtu. Buttrey, of Regina, who has not been home for 7 years, is expected Isere for Christmas, He is a son of Wm. and Mrs. Buttrey, llth Con.' Mr. Buttrey is a stationary engineer. There aro 8 Buttrey brothers in Regina, Barry. Wm. and Edward and John lives at McCrory, Sask. MPs. Matthew (liven, a sister. isa resident of Saskatoon. This is only a sample of the contribution of rural Ontario to the Great West. 5. S. No. 3 IINTr9RTAINMENT A Suc- csss.—Last Friday evening witri eased a large gathering in school house No. 11,.where young and old enjoyed Lite following interestingor and humous peoetant:—Obairman's address, Robt, MeKay , nhorue, "%Ve'll never let the old Flag fall'; recitation. 'If, Darner-; on Strachan ; dialogue, 'A pain in the side,' tbtee charaetera ; violin selec- tion, Meesrs. llioreison, Wilbee, Smith, and -Deland ; recitation, 'What a boy can do' ; Roy McFarlane ; dialogue 'A row in the kitchen', three alterna- te; e ; song by the school, 'Tipperary' ; month regain tiCleedon, 305, McFarlane nntl Willie Al rOnnald; solo, Mrs, J. Oliver,; recitation, ,Jane Jones,' ()Nene Densu r • solo, Don a d Strachan ; recitation, Marion Sinh ; dialogue, 'The old Maid's troubles, 0 characters ; mouth organ selection, Ernest Cardiff ; recitation, 'Sandy McNabb's taffy making,' Elsie Smith ; violin selection, Messrs. Morrison, Wilbee,,Smitlt and Ireland r dialogue, 'Mut bystrategy,'fout' characters,ters After theprogram Santa Ohms ver generonsly distributed the gifts, pre viously placed on the Christmas Tree. This wee followed by a good lunch, The singing of the National Anthem brought the entertainment to a close. Proceeds amounted to well on to over 340 and was handed to the Red Cedes Society. A gond Chairman, a good program and a gond lunch made the entertainment a 0000088, Thoe. Arm-. strong, the genial teacher, deierves several baguets thrown at him. The Committee alert did Hiatt part well, 4•••••••••••••••••••••••••* • + •t' • • our old Patrons' we are again Chopping.g We are 1 also installing a new Flak- T. • er and will be prepared ; to do first-class work. 4. + Your patronage is solicit- + .l' ed and will receive. our + best attention. + + • • + 4, 4. • 4. • + + 4.• + Chopping in pp g and iakin At the request of many of + Wishing all out Custom- ers the compliments of the season. Brussels Electric Plant andn Chopp) g Mill • ••••+'1•••+•++++••I••••++++++ Alex. Kerr, who is employed at Tees- dale Whitfield's has been having a tue- ale with the measles, Ethel School closed Wednesday for the Christmas holidays. Wednesday of next week will be the date of the annual school meeting. Alvin McKee ie home from the West where he went to help in the harvest, Office hours at Ethel poetoffloe on Christmas Day will be 8 to 9 a. m. and 4 to 5 p. m. Township Nomination here next Monday noon. Opposition to the old Council is mooted. Mrs. Jno. Lamont went to Pennsyl- vania, U. S., to visit her sister, Mrs. McDonnell, who is in poor health. She is home again now. Don't forget the Auction sale of Household furniture, &c., at G. M. Chambers' Friday afternoon of this week. T. R. Bennett, Wingham, will be the Auctioneer, The Bible Society Collectors, Misses Dunbar and Sanders handed in their book this week. They had $14.40. Ethel etands by this good work in a splendid manner year after year. There was a large attendance at the funeral of the late J. K, Brown Thurs- day afternoon of last week. Rev. J. L. McCulloch was assisted in the ser- vice by Rev, Mr. Johnson, Methodist pastor. We are sorry to report the death of Mrs. Tom. 'Aures, of Winnipeg, a daughter-in-law of Mrs. S. Ames, of Ethel, Cause was burns and shock oc- casioned while pouring coal oil on a slow burning fire It 1 about ut 85 years since Mr. Ames went West. Mr, and 14frs. Acnes were married 80 years. CARD Or THANIis.—We wish to ex- press our sincere thanks to the Socie- ties and our kind neighbors and friends who contributed so richly both in kind deeds and sympathetic words in connection with the sudden demise of our husband and father. They came to us as sweet incense, the fragrance of which will linger with us through life. We trust they will be richly rewarded. Yours gratefully, MR8. J. K. BROWN & SON. Private Harold Campbell 'Writes Home DEAR MOTHER, DAD, MARGERY AND Boss.—No doubt you have heard by this time we arrived safely in Eng. land. Got to Plymouth Monday night, Nov. 29th, disembarked Tues- day morning and came on by train via Great Western Railway. The trains here travel good and fast al- right. I didn't get a chalice to go and see any of Rev. Me. Page's relatives at Plymouth but may get a week end pass and go to see his brother in Lon- don. We were just 10 days on the way and were met by two warships Sun- da nigto convoys and guard a- anet eubmn ines.We alshad a big gun aboard the troopship. I got seasick the first Monday on the boat and was sick 2 days and then I took a bad cold and was terrible sick. I couldn't eat anything for a couple of days. However I am feeling much better now though of as thin as the deuce but I will on gain up again. We got into this camp last night. It wasitch dark when we arrived. There is not muoh mud here. We oc- cupy long wooden huts, 38 men in each. Huts are well ventilated, fitted with electric lights and stove. We have a straw mattress and two good blankets so are very comfortable, Had medical inspection to -day. We had to stripoff our unde it rsh to and were examined for vermin and some of the men had to have their clothes fumigated. We will be examined as thorouglily every week, I think a lot of the mon of our company will be sent back to Canada. Spence Hems• worth is afraid he will be as he is bothered with rheumatism, sorry to say. All the rest of'the Brussels boys are keeping web. Cleve Denbow lost his ntottey belt to -day with $14. Don't know whether he will get it again. I got into convoreation with a fellow on the boat one night who belonged WARDEN DDUENIDCN CANED BY. HURON CO. COUNCIL. UN IL Before Huron County Council pro- rogued a pleasant incident occurred. Warders Govenlock was asked to va- cate the chair, and was presented with a Complimentary address Accompanied by a handsome gold headed eerie. A.ddrese was read by Reeve Leckie and was as follows :—We, the members of Huron enmity Council for the current year, at the closing session, take ranch pleasure in expressing our unanimous approval of the ability, courtesy and WARDEN GOVENLOOK impartiality with which you have dis- charged the dutiee of pour honorable and responsible position during the year. We know that you, together with the Clerk and Treasurer of the County, have had many extra duties to perform during the past year, ow- ing to the unfortunate and still con- tinuing war in Europe and we thank you and the officers o£yoer committee for the cheerful and efficient way in which these matters have been attend- ed to and we hope arid trust that your successor, long before the end of the coming year may be relieved of these duties and the cruel war ended. Now that 1915 is drawing to a close we wish to present to you this cane as a memorial of respect and esteem. Trusting that you may be long spared and able to continue your valuable services to the County of Huron. Signed on behalf of the Onuncil—John Leckie, Reeve of Brussels ; John Fingland, Reeve of Hullett; Ruben Harding, Reeve of Howlett ; Robert Livingstone, Reeve of Grey. Pre- sentation was made by Deputy Reeve Brown, of Grey township. Warden Govenlock made a brief but ap- propriate reply thanking the Council for their kind words and valuable gift. to the Pioneers and came from Van- couver. He of course asked me where I was from and when I told him Bt es - eels he said he was born there. His name is Bennett and his father had a mill near the G. T. R. station about 30 years ago which was burnt down. He knew W. H. Kerr, Philip Ament and some of the older people of Brus- sels. I have changed my Canadian money. Can't get on to counting this English money yet. Things are very cheap here. Y. M. C. A. have a can- teen here and you can buy a cup of tea, coffee or cocoa for a penny. I am writing from the Y. M. C. A. and as there is a concert going on I find it hard to write for the noise, Well Mother I don't wonder at you loving England as itis certainly a pretty country, It is as green hers now as itis in the Summer time in Canada. Turnips, cabbage and lots of other stuff still in the field. We went through a big estate and saw a- bout 100 fawns and deet' also a large castle. I will wait till after next pay day to go and see my aunties and uncles, etc. I can get 5 days off and a free railroad pass. As I have saved a nice bit I shall be all right and keep ahead. We got $2.00 more coming over on the boat. This was my share of the profits from the 71st Battalion canteen. As I didn't spend much more than that in the canteen it was found money. Did Margery get that brooch 75001 her Prom the boat . 0 I fear we won't get a chance for a slap at the Huns for a long while. I was talking to a fellow who has been here since June, so our chances are slim but if I can get a couple be- fore I go under I will be all right, Our officers, who carie over from Canada don't know a the d rough of t tdill here so we are getting new ones for a time, I have just bad quite a chat with an 18th Batt. man returned from the front wounded and lie knows Den- nison, Cunningham and Percy Rolph. Well I guess this is all as "Lights out will be sounding. With best love to all, I remain, yotu' loving son, HAROLD. My address is No, 127356, ' Pte. Harold Campbell, - Detached Co„ 71st Batt„ West Sandling Camp, Kent, England, Deo. let., 1915. Oranbrook Next Sabbath afternoon the pastor will preach a Christmaa sermon in the Methodist church. The Endeavor Society of Knox Church elected the following officers for 1918 t—lion,-Pres., Rev, J. L. Mc- Culloch; President, Hartley Menzies; Vice -Pres., Mies Allio' Forreet ; Rec.. See„ Miss Viola Long ; Cor, -Sec., Mies F. Houston ; Tress., Leslie Per - He ; Organist, Miss Alfie Purest, ; Asst., Miss Jessie Menzies, "THE MINISTER'S BRIDE" SCORED A BIG SUCCESS. Town Hall Filled to its capacity. Re- ceipts 8118.00 For Red Drone. On Friday evening, 10tb inst., a large audience assembled in the Town Hall to witness the presentation of "The Minister's Bride" by local talent. The drat*, called out much that was quaint and old fashioned yet elicited many practical hints that would be of service in everyday doings. Every person taking part did splendidly and the interest was web sustained to the close. The weaving in of local hits elicited very hearty applause and the characters represented were very true to life and personated with ability. In the leading tole F. H. Gilroy played the parson's part as naturalas life and was ably seconded by Mise Jessie Menzies who could net have done better if she had been a "really" bride. The plot was laid in a rural coo-• muni t which y to v the young minis- ter, Rev. John West, had brought his newly -wedded bride. The first scene opened in the minis- ter's parlor before the arrival of the minister and his bride from their honeymoon. A deputation of women of the congregation are arranging the parlor for the homecoming, and in- dulging in varying opinions as to the bride and the arrangements for her 1,0CepSon, Lu the second scene the minister and his bride are in the parlor hang- ing a couple of pictures of Madonnas. A tea table is seen. A few touches have been added which improve the appearance of the room. Books and a parlor lamp are on the centre table. The room looks in better taste than the ladies' deputation had arranged it. The minister and his wife receive numbers of callers. Scene three shows the minister and his wife Bitting at the reading lamp. She is very prettily dressed. The minister is reading aloud to her out of a large volume. A couple, not very young, enter and want to be married. Various interesting events are enact- ed. The closing scene opens with a num- ber of young people at a party at the minister's house. All are in old-time costumes and having very enjoyable time together. Games and general conversation are succeeded by an im- promptu concert with the minister as chairman. The cast of chanters was as fol- lows : The minister—Rev. John West—a young man of good appearance and presence, possessing strength of char- acter and clothed in clerical garb—F. H. Gilroy., The minister's bride, a pretty young girl, hair hanging in curls and partly caught up on one side by a bunch of pink roses—Jessie Menzies. She was everyinch bride e a e prettyas a ic- tureand charming' ihemanner. She wore a beautifulgown which did duty when Mrs. J. F. Rowland, Brus- sels, was married, Mrs. Joe Crabb—A. strong-minded woman, with opinions as old-fashion- ed as her costume—Carrie Hingaton. Joe Crabb—A meek, retiring man— Jas. Ballantyne. Mrs, Betterdays—A pretty girl with Costly garb and abundant jewels— Vera Hoover, Mrs. Sharpe—A dark woman given to peering around—Mrs. Cleve Beaker. Mrs. Charity—Stout, white-haired. and motherly. Alrs. Seegood—A refined cultured lady—Belle Henderson. - Amos Right — A knowing young man—A. L. Poetliff, Wingham. Miss Smiley—A pretty jolly girl— Miss McGregor. Molly Charity—Prettily dressed in pale blue— Gertrude Ross, Jim Curtis — The reluctant bride- groom—Thos. Armstrong. Miranda Meek—A would-be bride —Mrs. W. W. Harris. 14Iiss Jones—Who sang well—Isabel Strachan, Robert. Spence—Who assumed city airs—Roy McKay. - JanetHeather—A brave Sootchlassie .—Stella Gerry. y Ephrie,m Snelgrove-A very bashful young man—Jas. Armstrong. Miss Van Dusen—Minerva Jones. Elmer McKay was to havetaken the part of Amos Wright but was un- fortunately quarantined in the measle epidemic zone and unable to attend. Principal Postlitf, of Wingham Public School, was asked to take the vacant placeand veryinn dly consented doing his part well. He had been in the play on a former occasion, Between the 3rd and 4th acts Postniaster Scott took charge of Welland painted China set generously donated by Miss Rils Hunter, of Brussels, and for which tickets had been sold. After explain- ing the plan a young girl was asked to draw a ticket from the box which turned out to be No, 309, and the holder was Mrs. George Barkley, Brussels, The net result of the china, set was $83.00 which stun Miss Hunter paid over to J, F. Rowland, Treasurer of Brussels Red Cross Society, The make-up of the various mem- bees was clever and tine to character and reflected much credit on those Who took part. From tate general excellence of the entertainment there is demand for its repetition and it probably will be re. panted after the holidays of which doe notice will be given, A photograph of the oast was taken by Free Bron, at the close of the entertainment. ,