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Home My WebLink AboutThe Brussels Post, 1916-3-16, Page 1bt 'SS C VOL. 44 NO, 37. BRUSSELS, ONTARIO, THURSDAY. MARCH 16. 1916 New Advertisements Wall J per -F. R. Beetle Auotio„ ,ole-1.it.I.nng• Auction Sala -Jas. D. McNair, Auction' Sale -Mrs Woi I(elly, Auction Sal,-Rodericic McKay. Auntion Salo --Andrew Jaakliu. Annivcraln•yy—Epworth Lessee. Gar of potatoes -Oliver Turnbull, Men of iinron-Rocrultingg League, Auction Sale -Duncan MCRonaie estate, al xstritt eiX15 i ; Belrnore Quite a number from here were at 'u =lla n an Dollar Da Wl i, r Osla y, Mise Laura Oi tura,, Ceda'vale, spent Snutlayat Henry. •Tohann's, • Garter McKee has enlisted with the, 100th and will train at Walkerton, Geo. and Mrs. Barkla Brussels y, 'visited at Henry Merkley's on Saber- T. week. Howard Lowey, Lindsay, visited his brother, Will., for a few days last P. Copeland is having a sale of Faro, Stock on Wednesday, March 22nd. T. Meehan hag enlisted with the 101st :Battalion and will train at Wroxeter, N. and Mrs• AltNeil and family, of Gerrie, moved here last week. He has bought Philip Huffman's black- \ --:1 smith business. A. and Mrs. Adamson and son -in- tend. Robb. and Mrs. Pomeroy, left on X, Tuesdayfor the West where theyin- law, tend residing in the future. The regular monthly meeting of the Women's Institute was held on the in- vitation of the Teeswater Branch on 4v Saturday afternoon, March 41h, in the Council Chamber, Teeswater. Airs. Brill,. President Teeswater Society, was in the chair, and sitting beside her was .Mrs. P Ballagh, the Belmore e g Oo You Require anS eels ■ I handle Government Inspected No. 1 Clover and Timothy Seed, the best that money onn buy. Also Mangold and Turnip Seeds, and all kinds of Garden Seeds, TRY US FOR Royal Household Flour • Bran and Shorts Nothing better in the Market. , In Up -to -dote Grocery Stock. Good Potatoes 'end Salt always on hand. Butter and Egga taken as cash. Ring 'Phone 48 and we will be at your service for anything In onr line. C�■ J, McCracken Grocer President. Following progran was given :--Inettemente', Miss May Bal- ing!) ; paper "'The benefit of the Women's Instlt rte" by Mrs,.Ballagh ; reading "The Busybody" Nellie Hark. nese ; paper „Savingeteps" by Mee. Wm. Lowry; solo Miss Wallace'( reading "How to make the farm life attractive to the boy" Mrs. Wm. Hall. At the close a very dainty lunch was served by the Teeswater ladies which was much appreciated. Jamestown In the item i referring to the sick in last week's POST it should have read James instead of Andrew Simpson. Invitations are out for the marriage of Miss Elsie Strachan to Andrew Lamont, the ceremony to take place this. month. ENLISTED WITIT THE TORONTO BAN- TAitfs. Last Wednesday ill' e y W. Ie Mc- Donald, who spent the past year at Mrs, John Strachan's on the farm, went to Toronto, accompanied by G. M. Elliott, Co. Secretary of the Child- ren's Aid, and enlisted with what is designated as the 216th Bantam Bat- talion in that city. Willie has had a bee in his bonnet for months in a great desire to wear the King's uniform but was ton shore in stature topass mus- ter with the local Company. He is a crack shot with a rifle and is well satis- fied that be was able to don the khaki. We hope he will prove to be a good soldier.. ADDRESS . AND evening PRESENTATION.— Mondaylast about 100 friends' and neighbors assembled at the home of George and Mrs. Johnston, Ist (loo., to present their son Pte. Gen. Johnston with tokens of appreciation and kindly regard. Following address was read by Jno, McDonald and. Gordon Holt and Earl Lowe presented the gifts :— DEAR GEORGE.— Some two months have elapsed since we, as representa tives of the community, met here to recognize in some tangible way, the enlistment of Pte. John Johnston. To -night we have rnet in honor of yon, the second of the family to feel and answer the call to service. As broth- ers shoulder to shoulder, you now stand in defence of home and country. The great crisis is before us and only by sacrifice, such as yours, will the victory be achieved. When the days of testing come, as they surely will— whether in arduous drilling, in the trenches or on the battlefield, may you find refuge and comfort in God, your infinite loving Father, who always understands. May the present war clouds hovering so dark over nue vast Empire and calling forth the sturdy sons of our fair Dominion, soon dis- perse and the great day of a triumph- ant Peace dawn. Your•capable, wil- ling assistance in labor and your up- right character will go far to make the good soldier. Your jovial spirit has always been the life of any gather - ++++++++++++++.1.+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ BIG CLEARING SALE nter Goads By Reduction in Price of all Heavy Goods --441111111100•--- Overcoats, Fur Collared Coats, Sheep Skin Lined Coats, Readymade Suits, Heavy Underwear, Sweater Coats, Wroter aps, Mitts & Gloves Heavy Shoes, Overshoes and Rubbers, Celebrated Peabody and Wal- ker Overalls and Smocks. Liberal Reduction on all Hartt Shoes in Stock. Stale commences Saturday,January 29th a For 20 Days only ' ,i TORONTO ISOM BY•J ( �C%Cin P. S,—Don't forget our Tailoring Department when yon need an up -to- + Slate Suit, I have on hard a full line of Blanks, Blues, Greys and + Browne that will pay you to look over before placing order elsewhere, p y' 9.out o dei M + o , + •Ad•'h• + F+4.4.++++++4.4.+4.4.4.+++++++.1.4.4.4.4.44+++.14++++++4.4.+44 v. w E. Dunford.C ing and the will tries your optimistic nature. Ilnwevee we hope That the same buoyant 'courage may help to cheer you and your fellow comrades along the path of duty, The truths of this Bible will be unto you a never - failing source of strength; the wrist watch, waldemar chair) aid knife. will serve as a reminder of our interest and goodwill. Surpassing by far the value of these material gifts, you have our heartfelt wishes that you may be rennet to retto your brave and bonnie bride, your boyhood home and your manyfr your of Morris arid Grey CORDON HOLT, JNo. MACDONALD, EARL LOWE, RUSSNL WIL1313lE.. George did not keep the company waiting verylongfor weefolloweb a n interestingplynd he y pro- gram of meek), recitation, addresses, lunch, chat and fun. The chair war; well filled, both pysically and -mental- ly'by Bernice Payn. Several more Grey young men may buckle on the armor following the good example set by Privates Johnston and others. Walton OAn or OanToa PoeAaoae.-The undersigned will have a car of extra good, guaranteed potatoes at Waltonstationby close of this week. They aro baggedand ready for de- livery from oar as soon as they arrive. Price $2.25 per bag. Leave orders at A. J. Liddiatt store, Walton, or Phone 108, or, apply to Oliver Turnbull, Phone 2814. Wm. Sundercook is moving to the McGavin farru, Prom which Mr. ,Sou- ter has moved to Br uc afield. n batt H. Ferguson is at Toronto ionto seeing hie grand-danehter, and at- tending the A. O, U. W. Grand Lodge. Mrs. Frank Perdue and infant daughter, Clinton, are visiting at the home of the fra'mer's parents, Jas. and Mrs. Mose. James Dickson, and James Betz shipped 2 cars to the West this week. The forrner had horses only and the latter equines and settler's effects. W. R. and Mrs. Stewart entertained the congregation of St. George's church Tuesdayevening eons nf7ast week. An enjoyable evening was spent by all. Will. Barrows, who was visiting hereduring the past month or so has returned to his home near Bow Island, Alberta. Miss Mabel Barrows, his sister, accompanied liim. We wish them prosperity. A real genuine .old fashioned Irish. Social will be held Friday night, March 17th in the basement of Duff's- church, Walton, under the auspices of Young People's Guild. Both young and old heartily welcome. No admis- sion fee—silver collection. Be sure and cone and join the Irish families. The Harris-McGavin wedding last Wednesday was a very pleasant gathering, about 90 guests being pies ent including the choir of Duff's church. The presents were choice and beautiful. A sumptuous wed- ding dinner with speeches, toasts and a fine musical program made a grand night of it. Mr. and Mrs. McGavin honeymooned in London. • Ethel Council meetingnext Monday. . The old BritishLionis asking for help. What are you. going, to do a- bout it ? George and Miss Annie Bateman have been on the sick list but we 'hope they will soon be fully restored to good health. Sunday last afternoon a Rev. Mr. Mc- Lennan preached in the Presbyterian church here Next Sabbath Rev. Mr. Wesley, of Wroxeter, who has enlist- ed with the 101st will conduct the ser- vice. An unusual sight far these times was the appearence of a black squirrel nn the fare] of George McCall. The supply of feed in the bush has likely caused the squirrels to forage in. the open. ,The canvassfor shares in the pro- posal to move and overhaul the'Metho- dist church was tlnite successful. Since then the question of the erec- tion of a new and modern edifice has come up for discussion, Clifford Dunbar has enlisted with Brussels Company of the 101st Batta- lion and is now in training at the car- pet town. We pat hire on the back end wish him the best of emcees. Who will be,iext'to stand in defence of the old flag ? The Young People's Society of Ethel Presbyterian Church were the guests of Molesworth Society last Tuesday evening when about 40 of them were splendidly entertained by their Northerly neighbors, Good pro- gram, hutch and an A 1 time. A sample enlarged and improved fanning twill to clean grain as incomes from the threshing machine is being built by S. S. Cole arid when complet- ed it will be thoroughly tested. If it proves o. k. it should wake the Wes- tern farmer some coin as it will take out the email grain and dirt thereby saving paying freight on it to the ele- vator anti will leave this small' grain tn'be utilized by the grower. Mr. Cole has lied considerable experience in Panning mill building, Bolgravo W. and Mrs. Geddes have got nicely settled in their new home in Belgrave. Rev, Mr. Parnnby gave an address at Wingharn last Sunday evening at a Recruiting meeting in the Methodist .Garner Procter and bride are back fermitheir wedding trip and will leave next' week for their' neve home in Mel. ville, Sask. Last Sunday evening Rev, George Jewitt, Blyth, preached in the Mahe. diet church here. It was Uonnexional Fund day. A Pancake Tea will be given at r ,; Mrs. W. J. Geddese Friday eveningof this week frorn 4 to 8 o'clock. ro- ceeds,are for patriotic purpotiee so be sure and sample the panonkesand talk about the good deeds of St. Patrick. W. H. KEIT h', Pro}+rietor Mrs,' re Sproat Made a business trip there before eo knows the work to Seaforth this week, country. We wish him well. Out' stud encs renal Wingharn High School are holidaying an account of measles in that institution. The 75 store Palm of the late James Nethery, East Wawatosh, has been purchased by Win 1•Vightrititri, for the sum of $2,600, which is considered a bargain. Belgrave Woinern's Institute will hold their next regularmeeting at the borne of Higg it w on Tues- day, arch 21st. The subject rPt- ering in the North Land" will be talc en by Mrs. Jno, Clegg. There will also be a Talent Sale at the close of the meeting. PROCTER—HALLIDAY.—A (inlet hut pretty wedding took place on Mardi 8th., at the home of Adan and Mrs. Halliday, when their yoongeee daugh- ter, Mise Tessie, was ntit'i'ied to Wil- liam Gardner neater, of Melville, Sask„ by Rev. ltfr. Boyle. The bride, who was given away by her father,' was gowned in Georgette crepe trim- med with all over lane and pearls and carried a boquet of pink and white carnations and maiden hair fern. Little Mary Stewart, niece of the bride, played the wedding inareh. After the wedding dinner the happy couple' left for Guelph on a short wed. cling tour before returning to their home in Melville, the bride travelling in a navy blue tailored snit with bat to match. Annoug the :numerous beautiful pr a s p es nt was verya real P y oak manila clock horn m the Presby- terian choir, the bride having been a much appreciated soloist. Manny gond wishes accompany the happy twain to their Western home. Grey Township w p Council meets next Mon- day at Ethel Fred. Cardiff and bride returned from their wedding trip last Monday evening. Miss Lizzie Hoover, 9th Con., is as- sisting in the millinery store of Miss Inman, Brussels, Mrs. Wey and daughter, Margaret, who have been visiting here have re- turned to the West. Warden R. W. Livingston attended a meeting of the House of Refuge Committee at Clinton. A number of Grey township farmers have been busy hauling field stone to Brussels to be crushed for street mak- ing. Word has been received from Sergi. Rose McKinnon, who is in Belgium, that he was c. k. at the time of writ- ing. Deputy Reeve Brown's home, 10th. Con., was quarantined for scarlet, fev- er but the Boned of Health placard bas been removed and the disinfecting attended to. Through the thoughtfulness of An- drew and Mrs. Turnbull, loth Con., a fine Bell piano was presented to their grand daughter. James Harris, Walton, made the sale. William H. Jacklin, who has spent the Winter here to wrth his parents left last week for hishome n me at Shackle- ton, Sask., accompanied by his sister, Miss Julia, who intends to spend the Summev in the West. Owing to shortage of feed) Andrew Jacklin, Lot 9, Con. 2, has announced an auction sale of horses, cows, young cattle andew1 in a for Monday, 20th inst. See list in this issue, 1, S. Scott will be the auctioneer. Don't forget St. Patrick's Social at 'Union church Friday evening of this week. Good program of music, dialogues, recitations, hmch,'etc. Ad- mission 25 and 15 cents. If yon want a gond time don't miss it. Proceeds for Red Cross. Owing to the storm and drifted roads the Auction Sale announced at Alex. Dunbar'e for Friday was post- poned to Wednesday of anis week. Sale was made to close up estate et the late John Dunbar, Mrs, Peter Lamont, a daughter, being the Ad- minietratrix. On account ofn • pone health Jas. D, McNair, 14th Con,, will hold a clear- ing Auction Sale of farm stnek, imple- ments, &c., on Tnesdiny afternoon of next week, with F. S. Scott wielding the hammer. The farm will also be offered if not disposed of prior to that date. Read list of sale in another column. The Executors of the estate of the late Duncan McKenzie havearranged gan d g For an Auction Sale to closeup the estate on Wednesday afternoon of next week, with F. S. Scott as Ano- tioneer- It will be a big sale and list in another column is worth reading. Farms will also be offered. It was expected that Pte. Wesley Armstrong, son of James and Airs. Armstrong, 0th Con„ who enlisted with the 45th Battalion training at Winnipeg, would have the opportuni- ty of calling at the old home for a few days but the Battalion was mov- ed to Quebec last, week, without the option of stopping over. Overseas. may be on the program shortly, This week Mrs. Jas. Rnggard and daughters left on the velum trip to their home at Raymore, Seek, after an enjoyable holiday visit at the fo•mer's parental home, Wm. and Ah's. Rands. Mies Jennie Ramie accompanied them to Toronto and they had members of the Bielby family and 111128 Ritchie with them as far as Wininpeg. We with .all concerned a safe and comfort- able journey. Rod. McKay has leased hie 100 acre farm, 4th Con., to W. Bunco, who has been living On the 13t11 Cnn, Me, Mc- Kay will hold at Attrition Salo of farm stock implements, .ria, on Thursday, 23rd mete and will go to Stras'sbu sg, Alberta hewill where t til taken situa- tion on a large farm taking charge of a tractor plow, &c. Mrs, McKay and part of the family will accompany hint to the West. Mac. has been out and Morris Will you lend a hand to put down Alilitarisrn ? Now is the time. Miss Dora Watson has returned to Stratford Notuialschool after a short visit at the parental house, 4th line, ee Orrery Jackson, who was veirewing +Id friendship) In this locality, Jett last, week for his home at Wiwa Hills, ti tin Jt, D„u'l. forget the Auction Sale of seine cattle at Alfred Baeker's farm, Lot- 20, 71.11 Zine, on Friday afternoon of this week at 2 o'clock. R. J. GiJtiers and bride (nee Miss Lizzie Bradshaw) left for their home, in Colbotne township, last Monday, followed by many good wish- es. Jas. Spelt• has sold a fine year old Short Horan Bull to Jas. Shedden, 4th Line, The animal took 'sat prize at Bru eels Fall Pair. Mr. Speir is not sold outyee. DROWNED IN THE U. 5.—John Wat- son, 4th Line, received the sad intel- ligence from his brother, Robert, of Beetle Geouud, Wash.. II. S., of the death of his youngest son. Followieg is a sketch from a Washington paper —Bettie Ground, Wash., Feb. 17th. Paul Raleigh Watson, sou of Robert and Mrs. Watson, was drowned in the Lewis river, when accompanied b,y two friends, .Ivan Woodbridge and DelG 'o d ni o ht. he tried last week g tc cross the } Lewis river inao aboat. The boys were going coon -hunting. River WAS at a high stage, the boat careened to one side in the swift current and the hays moved to the upper side of the boat tie keep it from capsizing but this sudden movement caused, the boat to turn over. Me. Watson grasp- ed the guns in an effort to save them and the added weight caused him to sink in the raging current in eight of his friends, who were helpless to aid hint. The body was found Wednes- day near Cherry Grove, three quarters of a mile below where he went down. Deceased is survived by his father, mother, a sister, (Mrs. Jas. Loomis) and three brothers, George, Robert and Charles. He was born in Clarke Go., Wash., March 18th, I891 and graduated from the Oregon Agricul- tural College in 1912, in Civil Engineer- ing, Mr. Watson was a fine type of young manhood, both mentally and pysically and will be much missed by a wide circle of friends. Funeral ser - vines were held at the Brush Baptist church. PRESENTATIONS.—Wednesday even- ing of last week about 40 neighbors and old friends assembled at the home of Thomas and Mrs. Bielby, 8th line and spent a flue time, tinged with the note of regret over their expected re- moval from the community to the far West, after I5 years residence. Mr. Bielby was presented with a pair of gold rimmed spectacles, Mrs. Bielby with a suit case and Miss Gertrude with a cameo necklace as tokens well deseeved'for services long and faith- fully rendered at the Jackson appoint- ment. Addresses were as . follows •— Address was read by Mrs. Mcllroy and presentation by Wm. Taylor. THOMAS BIELBY,— DEAR SIR AND BRo.—We, the members and adher- ents of Jackson church, feel that we cannot allow you and yours to go from our midst without expressing in some wayour esteem and respect. ct As P a neighbor we have rejoiced In your neighborliness, also in your constant effort to enlist the. sympathy of the community in the beat things morally fur themselves and the good of the Nation. In the church you have serv- ed as Sunday School Superintendent, Bible Class Teacher and Steward, in all of which you have manifested enrnestness, faithfulness and devotion. We ask you to accept these gold - helmet] spectacles as a slight token of our regard, not for their intrinsic value but as a memento from your old friends and we assure you we will ever pray God's blessing upon you and yours, Signed in behalf of the con- gregation. ALBERT HOWLETT. WILLIAM TAYLOR. Address read by Mrs. A. Howlett and presentation made by Airs. J. Brown. AiRS. THOMAS BIELBY. DRAB SISTER. —We, the members of the Woman's Missionary Society of J ackson's church have learned with sorrow of your ex- pected removal from the neighbor- hood and our Circle. Our number has been small but we enjoyed the fellow - hi) with each other and s we al a felt assured if it were possible (that yon would be one of the number pree- mie and b our voice and sympathy yy hep on the work, we all so much love. \Ve ask youto accept this suit case, not for its worth but as a reminder of days gone by. We trust that in your new home you will find congenial spirits and continue to enjoy the work for the Diaster, Signed in behalf of the W. M. S. MRS. A. HOWLETT, MRS. WALAAOE, MRs. hue BROWN. Address read by Miss AmyRogerson turd presentation byMise C. Wallace, Miss GERTRUDE BIELBY, DEAR TeieciIios,-With deepest feelings of regret, we, your Sunday School Glass, have gathered together this evening to spend it few merry hours with you before you leave for another part of our fair Dominion. The thought which is uppermost in our minds, is that although you may be far from 110 your Christian work and life will. always be remembered, especially by your class who(, you have so diligent- ly taught, Your many years of faith - fill eeevice 112 Otic midst have convinc- ed us that although your departure will be a lose to es, it will be a gain to rho community where you will reside. Before we say good-bye we wish you to accept this cameo necklace as a remembrance of your class. lerr..Bielby and Mies Gertrude replied. in fitting terms thanking all for their kind words and deeds and reclprocat- } M+•••••+• •+ +•+••F•+•+ • • Sunday Monday and March 19 & 70 • Epworth • League Anniversary o + The EpworthLeague of the Brussels Methodist Church will hold their Anniversary Services on Sunday and Monday next. On Sunday Rev. G. W. Dewey, of Stratford, will preach at 11 a. In. and 7 p. m. Monday evening.a splendid pro- gram will be given including Solos, Instrumental Selections and Rev. Mr. Dewey's popular address entitled "We Love, You Love, They Love." Refreshments will be served. Admission 15 and 20 Cts. 4, ing the good wishes. Balance of the evening was spent with games, music, lunch and social chat. the company separating with the expression of many good wishes. The Bielby fami- ly left for their new home at Iielfleld. Sask., this week. They will be great- ly missed in the neighborhood as t he9 could always be counted on to do their part and to do it well. HYMENEAL.—The borne of Jno. and Mrs. Hopper, Sed line Morris, was the scene of tt pretty wedding on March 8th, when their eldest daughter, 11Jiss Frances Birdeua Hopper, was united in marriage to Finlay McCallum, a prosperous young farmer of the 3rd Line. Rev. Mr. Pa•naby, Chaplain of the 101st Huron Battalion, performed the ceremony in the presence of about 50 guests. After the ceremony the guests did justice to the dainty wed- ding supper and the remainder of the evening was spent in games and music. The happy young couple were the recipients of many useful and costly presents testifying to the es- teem in whieh they are held. Mrs. McCallum has been a splendid worker in connection with Belgrave Metho- dist church. They will make their home on the groom's fine farm where old friends hope they may enjoy many happy, prosperous years. BI uevale The fine farm of the late Jno. !Mus- grove, Turnberr'y, was Bold last Mon- day to Mr. Elliott, of Wawanosh. Price was $6000. He gets possession at once. The auction sale held on the farm of the late John Musgrove last Monday was one of the largest ever held in this part of the country. The weather was perfect and the sale was attended by many for miles around. High prices were realized. The Young Men's Bible Class of the Methodist Church are bringing "The Minister's Bride",theplay pl y given with so much success in Brussels and sur- rounding villages by a company of Brussels young people, to Bluevale on Tuesday, March 21st, in aid of the Red Cross fund. This play is favorably spoken of by those who have beard it and its success is attested by the num- ber of engagements it has had to fill since first presented in Brussels. Help the cause along by your at- tendance. St. Patrick's night will be celebrat- ed by the Literary Society, Friday, March 17th, by a departure from the usual custom of the Society. At the close of the excellent program which is being prepared, under the direction of George McDonald's committee, a box social will be held and the boxes will be sold in aid of the Red Cross work of the Women's Institute. All ladies are requested to bring boxes which will contribute, to the social en- joyment as well as aiding in the patriotic activities so ably and faith - frilly carried on by the women of Bluevale. The program of the even- ing will have a distinctly national flavor with Irish dialogues, readings, soles, choruses and instrumental num- bers, An address on "Se Path1ek' ' will be given by Rev. Crawford Tate ;. W. H. Haney will speak on "Current Events" ; and the debate of the even- ing will be on the appropriate topic, "Resolved that the pig has done more for humanity than the potato." The speakers on the affirmative side will be L. S. Winch and A, L. Posliff ; on the negative, George McDonald and 0. Duff. Moncrieff George Graham has rented the Mc- Naught farm front Win, Schnook, for aear. sill Mann has returned home from the West. We are glad to have him with us again. Rev. R. A. Lundy is preaching lx series of sermons frorn Revelation. They are excellent. The Heart and Hand Mission Band will hold their regular mon thly meet- ing on Saturday at 2 80 p. m, Tuesday of this week Fred. Hodge was operated on for hernia. We hope he will soon be as hearty as ever. Mies Pearl Harrison is home again after spending a few days visiting her. brother, Frank, at West Montrose. Don't forget the Irish Conce]'t to be held in Knox church on Monday even- ing, Mar. 20th. A good Irish pro- gram will he given and refreshments served, Miss Mae Inglis is wishing relatives neat' Atwood for it few weeks, Mies Be rile Merin Inc lone to Ethel' to learn the Millinery with Miss Buns ter, Snt'oe,e, The Y. P. S. C. E. of Rnox church purchased Atwood S. S. Library eon - slating of 173 books, Win, Smith, 17th Cone is not very well at present. lie is getting up in in years being nearly 00. Allan McLean and George Barron have donnedn thekn khaki. aka. Allan joined ' ed the 110th Battalion in Stratford and George the 101st in Brussels, Well done boys. Robert McTaggart, shouldn't com- plain of a shortage of harvest hands this year. A naw boy came to his as- sistance on Suoday, March 12th. Congratulations. le, Dlaut.le, sectionnnasler, at Mc- Naught, is leaving for a new post at Flatulent), near Hamilton cud will go next Monday. He will hold an Auc- tion Sale Monday, 27th inst., at 1 p, in., of horse, COW, COIL, harness, 110110e. bold effects, etc. Mr. Mantle has leen here 10 years next ,July. Man good wishev follow him, Many n, Russel Alderson, of Walton, will take ellarge of the Section as euccessnt• to 11r. Mantle. Oranbrook A. J. Helm was visiting at Walker. to] and Cargill. Jas. D. MoNaites Auction Sale next Tuesday afternoon. .'hiss ylahel Me nzies is house e m from om an enjoyable visit of two weeks with Stratford fiends. Next Sabbath afternoon Rey. Mr. Dewey, Stratford, will conduct the service in the Methodist chimer, R. L. and Mrs. McDonald took up residence here last week, moving from Nntth of Ethel where they had been farming for several years. Dir. and Mrs. }1ndd ock, of WIscon- sin, are vieltons with relatives and friends. The former ie a brother to Mrs. Agnes Brown an old resident of this breathy. -It is 8 years since Mr. Haddock was here. Last Sabbath morning IRev. Mr. McLennan occupied the pulpit in Knox church. Rev. Mr. Wesley, of Wroxeter, who has enlisted with the 101st Huron Battalion, will preach next Sabbath morning dealing with the duty of the people to the Empire. DIED AT HIS Posy.—The sad new8 was received Tuesday that Pte. Cleve- land McDonald, brother to Robert L. and Martin McDonald, was killed in action. He belonged to the 2nd Bat- talion and went overseas last Fall. Cleve was a fine soldierly fellow whose death will he greatly regretted. One evening last week tt jolly crowd. of young people assembled at the home of AI, and Mrs. Kramer prior to their removal to their new quarters near Ethel. A jolly time was spent the company dispersing in the we'smtd hours after singing ."Should Auld acquaintance be forgot" and thanking them for their hospitality and wishing Mr. Kreuter and family many prosperous year's. Stratford Beacon says :—A very r ey pleasantg evening was s n spina at the home of A. and Mrs. r ckmiet•, 116 Douro street, Wednesday evening, when they entertained a number of their fl'ienrls, in honor of their niece, Miss Mabel Menzies, of Cranbrook, who lead been their guest for the past. fortnight. The f.mepart of the even- ing was spent in a < nlve around the city in a hand sleigh, chaperoned by Mrs. McDonald and Airs. Eckmier. The remainder of the evening was spent hi music and games, a sumptu- ous repast being enjoyed et conven- ient interval. Wroxeter Chas. Stuart, Toronto, was a visitor in the village over Sunday. Miss Lizzie Sanderson, Toronto, visited her parents over Sunday, Harvey Hazlewood, Clifford, _spent the week end with his uncle, W. C. Hazlewood. Halbert Patterson purchased a secondhand Ford touring cat' while in Toronto last week. Miss McDonald, Durham, arrived here last week and 9s preparing for the Spring Millinery Opening. Hugh Harris, who hits spent several weeks with het parents here, left on Tuesday for Asquith, Seek. Miss t\laty Barris, Mrs. R. Black, Pte, B, Nash and Pte. Ir. Westlake were Toronto visitors last week, Mrs, Al. Naylor and little daughter, Fordyce, are visiting with the former's parents, Thos, and Mrs. Higgins. During re twn weo ks absencene of Lieut. Per uson g t, Captain Campbell, Wingham, will instruct the soldiers here, Y. P. S. of the Presbyterian church was condneted on Sunday evening by Geo..Black, Subject, was "Causes of Failures." Garrison Jacklin left Wroxeter last ween for Gabel, Sask., with a car of horses and expects to return in 0, month, We wish hint success. Mrs. D. Stewart and Mrs. Ino, Mc. Naughton, 'l'tn'nherry, gave a social evening in aid of Red Cense Funds, at the lime of the latter on Wednesday eveni ng. Anthony Meehan, Tttrhberry, and Rev. T. AI. Wesley, pastor of the Presbyterian Church, enlisted with the 101st Battalion liter week and will train here. The latter will be with the Ambulance Corps. W. S. Ryan, Aberdeen, Sesk., formerly manager of the Bank of Hamilton here, visited friends in the village last week, having been called to Linen, owing in the illness and eubsrquen t death of hie father. 'I`lte Wroxeter Branch Red Creme Society last week shipped to head - quartets 41d zci tets n n n n cottrnn 1 Mid linen t mouth wipes, 0 pairs pillow eases, 15 tloz, bandages, 53 towels, 110 hospital Shirts, 6 doz. cards safety pins. At theft last meeting the Society voted $150 in cash to elle head .office,