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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1916-3-30, Page 1n7 4 VOL 44 NO, 39 BRUSSELS, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH o, 1916 W: H. KERR, Pro%rieto7 New Advertisements wall ;away -Jas. troc, Nottoo-'i o)ophooe (.e seod.harloy-Thos. ]YitI1er. Brooch found -Talc eo8T, Dog for sato-T. Harkness, Eggs for sato=R..T'liomeon, • m'ist ict Rein% Ol u eval e Tho next'Meeting ' .of the Literary y Society will'hebekl on ]'tiday even- ing, March 31st,when an interesting ,program with some, iiovel features as. usual will be:peesented. Rev. Finlike :Swann, a former be: loved Methodist Wastes here and who has been in charge at Kttamaat In- dian School, in:British Columbia, pot, poses superanpuating-nextConference and will make his' home at Sardis, B. 0., on the O; P. R.; He has hid asnc- eessful tninistey and well deserves. the relationship he seeks. The people of Bfuevale are indebted to the Young Men's. Bible Class of the Methodist'ohurch for tate pleasure of hearing '"the Minister's -Bride,'-' which was ln'eserlteduiider thea' auspices by a talented" coMm by from Brussels on the evening of Tuesday, March 21st. The play,. which was given in the Methodist church, papist -lied an.even- ing of .inndcetltatt)3 Wholesome fun and etitertainni4ib• which made life brighter for th69e who heard it, Epi- sodes in the life:of the young minister and his bride when getting settled in the parsonage were very humorously portrayed: and the characteristic types of men and woesen in the congrega- tion were'GO jvell acted that they kept the audience. in ;eon tingouts mirth. The play provntles:.nurnerous musical oppoitunitiesfor the excellent singers in the cast and- the. solos, duets and D•+9+++•i••9i•d••II:+4ef e•d•iF•1•+Fi'B'+ 1"l' + m a E Ry� OPENING ISpring Display of Millin- ery will be made Friday, March 31 Saturday',' April 1 .q. i• * The ladies of this locality a are cordially invited to call' and see our choice new stock of Fashionable Goods. + I. Nunter Mass gnartettesrendered were an enjoyable Bart of the evening's program, The entertainment. realized $30,00 for the Red Cross 11'und and Mr. Gilroy,. manager of the company, announced that this brought the total earnings of the sompeny for the Red Cross to an amount over $400. This is a ter-. ord to be proud of and deserves hearty appreciation. Westininister Guild of Knox church held an enjoyable social on Friday evening when the young.peeple and their.guests took part in a variety of amusing and novel' games and con. tests. Mrs. J. W. King, Rev. 0. Tate and Dr. Thos. King were the judges in the sporting contests and awarded a handsome lemon pie to the team w.ipning.the most events. Wingham . • REV. DR.' 0u wry DEAD. -Rev, Dr. J. R. Gundy, superannuated Metho. dist minister, died at the residence of his son, Charles R. Gandy, 24 Horton street; St. Themes, following a long illness; Dr. Gundy was ,born in Ire- land in 1853, and was . the son • of a Methodist clergyman, lie.,• had filled ministerial appointments at Owen Sound, Montreal, Lindsay, Yorkville, London, Orneniee, Watford, Caine- ville, Hnrriston,;lxeter, Ridgetown, Aylmer, Essex Centre, Sarnia, Wind- sor, Strathroy, Wingham and St. Thomas. He went to St. Thomas in 190O.. occupying the pulpit at Grace Methodist Church until a couple of years ago, ,when he retired. He was successful in handling the , affairs of Grace,Ohurch and during his pastor- ate a handsome new structure was erected He was active in union work in 1874 and in 1883. He held -the office of Chairman of the District in Ridge - town, Aylmer, Windsor and Sarnia, and at the Conference in 1890 was .elected President. He was a member of the first General Conference. He was a man of kindly disposition and had many friends. Dr. Gandy is sur- vived by four sons, Charies,R., St. ninnies ; J. H. and J. F., both of Tor - and W. E. Grand , Windsor. Tor- onto. y The funeral was held at Exeter on Monday, where he was buried beside his wife. A memorial service was held in Grace Church on Sunday afternoon. Jamestown Mrs. Yeomans and sou, of Detroit, + came to attend the Lamont -Strachan + wedding. The bride and Mrs. Yeo - 1 map's are sisters. t MA'IRrstoNIAt..-"Argyle," the com- + fortable home of Mrs. James Strachan + was the scene of a pretty wedding, + : Wednesday of last week when Rev. A. J. Mann, B. A,, Brussels, tied the 1 ; nuptial pow at 6 p. m., in the presence + ; of 35 guests, between Andrew Lamont ..�l.. a well-to-do young farmer of the 10th Oen. of Grey township aidPiliss Elsie A., daughter of the hostess, Cere- mony was solemnized in the parlor, the bride being given away by her Mother, Dougald. The Wedding March was played by Miss Marjorie Strachan, sister to the bride. The + .principals were unattended. Bride wore a becoming costume of pale pink crepe de chore and carried a beano- + fat briquet of pink and. white carna- tions.s being wa As the 'register g a signed Mrs. S. 0, Wilson, Br•uesels sang "Because I love you" in good voice. The guests sat down to elgboe- ately spread tables. Health of the bride was proposed by the officiating clergyman in felicitous ,terms and '++ + ETHEL ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ t+•d rh+•1,•P3•,F,l•i••F•t,•F•Fy,•8.1•++ • TeIehooe DHew•• p _.„........... . .. • A New Directory is in course of .preparation for Brun- sels, Morris & Grey Telephone -Company. • Any• changes or corrections desired should be asked for • T ONCE. Now is the time to act. • •• • F. S. SCO:IT, M. BLACK, • President. Seo'etary, • • ••♦•••♦•••••••••••••••♦••• ••♦•N•••♦•••••••••••••••• ++l•+++++++k•9++++++++ t ++girt•+'l+guar.+ ++++++ +++++++++'l•++++++ + u. 1' B+ y• • • • • • .' 2•2 i ••• •• • •1 + + elmonte Spring Opening ! r Mach and +4 + Friday, Mac +. Saturday, April 1st T 'l• + + r We will hold our Annual Spring Millinery Display 4. a+. and we herewith request the pleasure of your pies- •+m enice on either of these days. + Out stock: is complete in all the latest St- lrs— p y Quaint little Shapes, also large Dress Hats in Leg- horn, Milan, Tagel,-etc. a This is a FlowerSeason. collection. We have a beautiful We solicit, a call and will try to please you. E. INMAN M ++++++4`0'+++11 H'+++•F++4'+++++b '044+ ++++++++++++++++++++++ was appropriately responded to by the groom. Wedding presents were nnmeruns, valuable and well chosen, Mr. and Mrs. Lamont have taken up ,thelr t'esideuce.in the fine new home, recently erected on the groom's due farm, with the hearty good wishes of a wide circle of relatives and friends. Wroxeter. RQBERT J. '1'E:oaiPsoN 'DECEASED -- The The death took place on Tuesday afternoon of this . week, at the home of Robert Black, . of Robert J. Thompson, of Wetaskiwin, Alta. The deceased, who had been suffering from en internal trouble from which recovery was pot expected, wished to spend. his remaining days with his sisters, Mrs. R. Black and Mrs. M. Mc- Lennan and other relatives -here and arrived with his wife and daughter on Saturday fright. The journey how- ever was too much for him and he passed away as above. stated. The re- mains were taken to.Strathroy on Wednesday where interment took place. SOLDIERS Op THE KINIa.-The fol- lowing rnen have enlisted with :the 1161st Battalion last week and will train here :- Philip Floffnnan Harry Town Sterling Haskins Ralph Smith James Auger George Inglis Francis Resnick Jaynes Vittie Gordon Wray Walter Reddon' George Anger Melville Sharpin Earl Nash Carl Mitchell Roscoe Mahoney Arthur Wearying GordonTlnderwood Walter Stafford. George Savage NEWSY NOTES. -D. McTavish was a visitor in Toronto last week. -Mise Kathleen McCrae, Harr'istot, visited over Sunday with Miss Agnes Me- Kereher.-Elmer Buckingham, who has been on the sick list for a few days, went to his home in Ripley ou Friday.-Jno. Griffith, Howick, is visiting at the home of his son in Idarriston.-Mies Ethel Scutt, assisted by Mies- Jean Anderson, conducted the Y.' P. S. of the Presbyterian e on Sunda evening. The sib- mrc.h Sunday rent was "Prosser Miseion work." - The t The s Idiers of the village entertained 1 o g the young people of this vicinity to a dance in the Town Hall last Wednes- day evening. -Mrs. B. Whitmore, Hatriston, is visiting her parents, R. and Mrs. Black. -Mies L. Myers left for Detroit on Saturday. Grey The farm of the late Hector Mc- Qum 1 le, 4th 0on. and that of Thos. Garniss, on the 6th, has been leased by Thomas Armstrong who purpose grassing cattle on them. Miss Martha Jermyn, who has been living in Regina, is home for a holiday visit with her parents, Jabez and Mrs Jermyn, 9th Con. She has been in the West for past 6 years. GOOD T1ME.-Last Friday evening a goodly number of neighbors and old friends assembled at the home of Roderick and Mrs. McKay, 4th Con. to enjoy an evening with them before leaving for the West. Following ad- dress was read by Wellington Mann and Louie Frain presented Mr. Mc- Kay with a gold watch chain and Mrs. Wallace handed Mrs. McKay a gold necklet and locket To MR. AND MRS. RODERICIK MCKAY. DEAR FRIENDS. -We, your neigh- bors and old friends, have assembled this evening, on the eve of your de- parture from this neighborhood, to express our good wishes for your suc- cess in the West and the hope of your return to this community when you are through out there. In a residence of 11 years we have found you always obliging neighbors and ever ready to lend a helping hand. As tun expression of nor gond wishes we ask Mrs. McKay to accept this gold watch chain and Mrs, McKay this gold necklet'and locked. . We hope these gifts will often remind you of old friends in Grey township. We wish you a pleasant and prosperous stay in the West and hope you will find ae many Warm hearted friends in your new location as you left behind in . this community. Signed by, B. PAYN, B. WALLACE, W. LONE, L. FRAIN, The recipient made a brief but ap- propriate reply thanking the people. for Weil, kindness and good wishes and inviting them back when they return from the West. .There was a peognam of vocal and itrstt'uneental music, recitations, readings, dunning, lunch and social Ghat. Mr. and Mrs. McNay expect to leave next .6londay for Strassburg, Alberta.,. ,We wish them a safe journey. Mrs. Vipond and 'children are visit - fag with Mrs. RobertPearson. Next Tuesday axening a (Boat Snci LI will be held "in, Roe's. church. The gentlemen will+@itpply the buses. During the'past week Waller 131itiro, and family who have been living nu 13th Con. moved to Rndoeirk McKay's Parra, 4th Con.,,which he has leased fora 5 year tet m. We wish diem sae - cess. The family of R. J. Hoover, 9th Cour, has been under quarantine for measles and store of theinreal ill but we hope speedy recovery. llarvey and Wilt, Hoover, schoolleudters, are included in the enrdou.,.. 3. S. Purvis and family have taken possession of their 200 acre farm, dih Con., known as the Welsh hnrnestead. R. L McDonald had it leased for the past years and did well on it. We wish the Pull, s family A 1 success. Morris Wednesday of last week Kenzie Sherrie, 4th Lin., lied a -party. Neirt meeting of Township Council will be held Monday, April 10ih. The Miller- sohonl is still closed and hol willidayeons.tiuu r s, . until after Rueter . Henry and re. Howe, Moleswonl,, were visitors at the home of Wm. Dark, Mrs. Howe's father. ' The salary of Dr. Bryant; as Medical Health Officer for the Townshiji has been increased to $100 for 1016. The Skelton •Beef ring will -com- mence the season's operations on April 13th, with Jno. R. Bell as butcher. Measles, it appears, is no respecter of persons so Reeve Shortreed's home was tied up- by the quarantine that shut ofa large cumber of families. Miss Florence Cook went to Strat- ford on Wednesday to sa Goodbye s yy to her brother. Pte. Gook,• of the 71st Battalion, before he left for overseas Contract for the Robb drain was let by the Council to R. B. Alcock, 0th Con., at $1175.00. He's an old hand at the business so should do a good job. The 3rd Sunday of April will be the date of the anniversary services in Sunshine Methodist church. Rev. Me. Wren, Brussels, will preach after- noon and evening. Cann of THANKS. -We wish to ten- der our heartfelt thanks to the many people who were so kind to our dear one during his illness and who extend- ed sympathy and kindly deeds after to us. It was appreciated both by deceased and those left behind. Yours gratefully, J. AND MRS. ANDERSON AND FAMILY. The 100 sore farm, formerly owned by the late George Jackson 8th line, has been purchased by Jno. R. Bell, of the same line, from 'Wesley Searl, for. the sum of $4,400. Immediate posses- sion will be given. This gives Mr. Bell 200 'acres and most conveniently located forki wog ng both farms. W e wish Mr. Bell and familythe ,es of ebest success and as the are thriftygoers they should handle it all right GooD FOR HIM. -Last week Robert Lawson, a well known resident of the 8th Line, decided that it was his duty to show his loyalty to the nld flag and his patriotism to the Land of the Maple by shouldering a rifle and, going to the defence of the Empire. He is arranging for the working of his100 acre taro anti taken his plaits in the ranks of Brussels Company. This is a fine example of sactiflce and ser- vice and is 'most commendable and stimulating. There are a hundred young men in Morris who could get away easier if as enthusiastic as. "Bob." CALLED IN HIs Yourn.-Last Sun- day David A., son of Tames and Mary Anderson, 5th Line, was called away from the earthly home, after being in failing health for the past 1} years, at the early age of 19 years. He was born in Dakota and Came to Morris 4 years ago. David was a most ex- emplary young man, a faithful worker in Bslgrave Presbyterian Sabbath School and highly esteemed by a large ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • •• • 4 • • •• • • • •S • •• —AT-- • - • George MI Mitchells Ethel S 6 4 4 • We ask the Ladies of Ethel and locality to ac- • • • rept this Invitation to attend our Millinery • • Dis•play on above dates. Everything in the s o newest and latest up-to-date headwear fort• 'both Ladies and Children. • • MISS A. SCHMiDT, Milliner. • 2 Z Phone 2215 Butter and Eggs taken as cash ♦ 1 • • • • t • •' • •••••••••••••••••••••••••• •••••••••••••••••••,t•••.• • 1 Sring MOpeuing • FRIDAY and SATURDAY March 31st and April 1st Geo. M. Mitchell - GOLDEN WEDDING JAMES AND MRS. IRELAND THE CELEBRANTS. MARRIED Irnra.tso-Rose.-In Tuokersmith To*iiship, Rerun Co., on March 28rd, 1880, -by, Rev, -Wm Graham, Mfr. dames Irelanto Mies Jean Rose, both of Tnekeremtth, Thursday evening of last week a joyous eompuny of relatives and old 1'rteuda assemhied at the comfortable n h ,' ,,r Janie and Mus. Ireland u ,3rd Liu., Morris Township. to join in the celvhraliot' of au always interesting event -the Golden Wedding of the highly esteewed host and hostess. 50 years ago that day theiate Rev. Wrn. Graham had tied the matrimonial bow, at the home of the bride in Tuckersmith Township, - Huron County, Gordon M. Adams being groomsman and Mise Lizzie McVeigh bridesmaid. The bride's maiden name was Itiiss Jean Ross. For about a MilR, AND MRS. IRELAND year they ey lived on the old ld Aelan d farm, 'on the Mill Road Tuckersmft?, and then mowed Northward to their present farm, where they have con- tinuously resided, prospering as the years sped by. Here their family, consisting of 2 sons (James, of Saska- toon, and Will., now operating the farm) and 6 daughters (Mrs. 0. Smith, 5th Con., Grey Township ; Mre. Geo. Henderson, 3rd Line, Morris ; Mrs. 0. Turnbull, 15th Con., Grey ; Mrs. J. Oliver•, Brussels ; Mrs. J. Moses, 9th Con., Grey ; and Mies Elsie, at home) were born. It was particularly pleas- ing that all the children were able to be present, excepting James, who sent hearty congratulations, accompanied by a nice gift. Few families of this size are located as near one another whose ranks, after the. lapse of so many years, are unbroken. , On the arrival of the guests Wed- nesday evening the following address was read by Mrs. O. Smith and Will. presented his father with a fine gold headed cane, with initials engraved and lits. Ireland received a gold plat- ed fancy clock, while grandson, Jack Oliver, representing the 18 grand children, conveyed a gold plated bon bon dish .- Mr. and 11Irs. James Ireland : DEAR AREN'rs: This is a glad da to us as Pg y we tender you our heartiest congratu- lations and warmest love. We are grateful that•you have been spared to us to enjoy this Golden Wedding in health and strength after so many years have elapsed since you two were made one. Thankful are we for your years of loving care for us in our childhood and for kindly counsel and advice as we grew to mature years. As small tokens of this anniversary occasion we ask Mother to accept this gold plated fancy clock and Father this gold headed pane, while your grand children present a gold plated La Princess Bon Botu dish. May the. titnepiece tick off mazy happy hours, the cane:reptesent your straight life and good head, while the dish 'be speaks the luxuries along with the necessaries of life. Speaking for the family circle .we can truthfully say '"I'Ice lines have fallen unto us in pleasant places, we have a goodly heritage, Our fondest: hope is that you array be spared to us for many a year and that Bye and Bye we may gather as au nn broken family in our Father's Home beyond the skies. YOUR CHILDREN. Morris, March 23rd, 1016. 1llr. Iceland made an .appropriate reply, in•a vety happy vein, in behalf of his bride of 50 years ago and him- self and rejoiced in having so many relatives and friends with them in keeping tab on the happy event that put hire in charge of a No. 1 helpmeet. Was grateful for sparing to then:- the members of their fancily. Only two of those who were at their wedding in 1866 were living to -day, they beteg Mrs. R. Cousins, Spokane, Washing- ton, (sister of Mrs. Ireland) and Mrs. Craig (an aunt) - Victoria, 13. 0. A number of other valuable gifts were also received. Supper was announced and the cow party partook of an excellently pre- pared bill of fare, to which all did ample justice. Rev. A. J. Mann, B. A., pastor of Mr. and Mrs. Ireland, voiced the sentiments of the company in it congratulatory and compliment- ary address and indulged in the hope that Father Time would oontinue to deal kindly with' the family. .A. program of vocal and instru- Merited music, games, social chat, etc., filled in the hours, the jolly host and hostess joining in a Scotch reel as proof of their agility on their 50th wedding anniversary. . Among the guests were Wm. Wil- son, 90aFOrth ; Mrs. W. Maxwell, Winghain ; Robt. and Mrs. Ross, Kincardine : T. and Mrs. Archibald, Leadbury ; Rev. A. J. and Mrs. Mann, Brussels ; Mrs. Angus Lamont, Grey ; Mrs. Q. Anderson, !Mrs. Cochrane and Mrs. Moses, Morris. Richard and Mrs. Armstrong, old neighbors, were unable to attend through poor health. Two years ago Mr. Ireland banded over the farm to his son, Will•, al- though the auld folk continue to make their home there yet and are taking a well earned holiday. The 49 years by industry, economy and thrift have brought many changes in the sur- roundings, the farm being transformed from bush to well tilled acres, the oxen displaced by equines, the cradle for the self binder and the market changed from 20 miles to 3, with rural telephone, rural mail and other modern couiforts and conveniences within easy reach. Mr. Ireland is a native of Galloway, Kirkcudbrightshire, Scotland, where he was born 73 years ago, (Mrs. Ire- land. being ()years his junior) coming to Canada with his parents when 2 years of age when they located near Egmondville, Tneketsmnth Township. p. Both Mr. and Mre. Ireland enjoy splendid health and possess a youth- ful vigor and geniality that might well be desired by both old and young. They have a host of friends near and far who will be a unit in congratulat- ing them on their anniversary ander such congenial conditions and wishing thein the prolongation of years to en- joy the love, esteem and goodwill of their family and the community at large. May they live to see their diamond wedding. circle of friends, Funeral took place to the Brandon cemetery Tuesday• afternoon and was largely attended. Rev. Mr. Boyle conducted an appropri- ate servioe. Pallbearers were Ptes. Oourtice and Sproat, 0. and J. Ander- son, P. Dean and Chas. Rutledge. The bereaved are deeply sympathised With. E.raoTAnL>L IiVENINCi.- Thursday evening of last week 25 neighbors and old friends gathered at the home of ;No. Barr, 4th Line, to enjoy a few hours with Pte. W. H. Cook, who came up from Stratford, where he' had been training with the 71st Battalion, to say Goodbye to his sister, Miss Florence Cook, who is housekeeper for Mr. Barr, before going overseas. The guest was presented with a wrist watch by his sister. Hours sped pleasantly away in song, story, in- strumental music, dancing, etc., con- cluding with a tasty lunch: Pte. Cook rendered the 71st Batt. Song and the party broke up by all joining iuthe Natiooal Anthem and the ex- pression of many good wishes for the visitor as he goes to do his duty atthe front in the interests of humanity. Belgrave The union Prayer meeting will be held in the English church Friday at 2.80 p. in. to be conducted by Rev. Mr, Pasuahy. A newspaper social at the home of Thos. Scandrett WAS on the program Thursday evening by the Methodist young people, David Speoat, an old resident of this locality, went to Wingham'ho�s�ppital this week for an operation, %de is over 80 years of age but no one would suspect that to be the case. The peesentation of bibles to the 12 young teen on the Honor Roll of the Presbyterian Chuteh and W110 are now wearing the King's coloire, Was a very intelestingg evening under the auspices of the Young Peoples' Guild of Knox church, Addrees wae read by Chas. Cole, elle new President. Those who are on the Roll are Lieut. Irvine Ferguson, and -Flea. Jas. McCallum, W. E. Scott, Eichd. Fay, Jno. Anderson, Jno. and Bert. Tasker, Chas. and Jas. Coultas, Harvey Bye, Austin Campbell and Jno. Dearlove. Evening was spent ib games, music, and serving a lunch. Bibles were pre- sented by Misses, Eugene Geddes, Mary Cole, Maggie Wightmann and Hazel Taylor. Last Sunday Pte. Sutton was pre- sented with a pipe and tobacco pouch at the close of the Anglican service. Rev. Mr. Hawkins gave the address and Robt. McCrea made the presenta- tion. The soldier replied briefly. Walton Walton school is reopened after a siege of measles. The McDonald saw mill is again workiug at full swing. Miss Alma Sholdice entertained the choir of St. George's church Wednes- day evening of last week. Miss 011a Armstrong, teaoher of S. S. No. 9, McKillop, resumed her duties this week after an attack of mumps:' Walton Beef ring will begin this season's work on Friday, April 711], under the old officiary and J. R. Bell in charge of the killing. Quits a number from here attended the funeral of the late Susan Sholdice, of Tuckersmith, danghter of Leonard Sholdice, on Sunday last, St. George's church service was withdrawn last Sunday afternoon as Rev. R. E. Page, who wee in London found it impossible to be present, The Methodist church was closed last Sttnday morning on account of the Memorial service held in Duff's thumb in honor of Pte, Cleve. Mc.. Donald. The memorial service held in Duff's church here last Sabbath morning re- testing to the f death o Pte. Cleve. Mc- Donaldas largely attended. Rev. w g Mr. Lundy gave a most appropriate sermon from II Tim. 2.3, !'Endure hardness as a good soldier of Jesus Christ." Rev. Mr. Oraik, Methodist minister, and Lieut, Featik Scott took + 161st Battalion Notes Do your "hit, Lieut. Porter, Goderich, is here as- sisting with the drilling of Brussels 00. The soldiers will attend the Metho- dist church next Sabbath morning at 11 o'ck. Du•illiiiglocwas resumed last. 81'tiday morning after the 5 days off for the Recruiting. campaign. Editor Bellamy, of the Dungannon News, has closed up his office and enlisted with the 101st, He's a brick, not many would snake such a sacri- fice. A goodly number of Brussels Com- pany lead by Lieut. Frank Scott, :at- tended the memorial service for Pte. Cleve. McDounld, et Duff's church, Walton, last Sabbath morning... It was the first service of the kind held in this locality. Brussels Company has enlisted 70 lien upto. this date. 30 more are - re- quired to round up the 100. Who'll volunteer. to complete the century mark ? Enlistment is nicer than con- scription, King George needs you. The rectuits added to the roll of Brussels Company during past week were :-Ed. McLeod, Leslie Perrie, Oliffoid Rowland, Wiu, Ward, Robt. Lawson, Wilfrid Thomson and W. J. Henderson, Whu'll be the next? 80 more are .wanted to round up the 100.: A more worthy cause was never ad- vocated. WHY WAS 0133 DROPPED ?-The fol- lowing letter was received last week by 1)r. T. T. McRae, of town, who had been examiner ft,r recruits and caring fur the soldiers wilt) are ill :—""I have tate honor by direction, to inform you that your employment as civilian medical ptactitioler for the care of troops in billet at Brussels, will cease from this dote, I have the honor to be, You' Obedient Servant, alD.LAt.CoclLRne Lteo1d leo 'Dn,iv. Why was Dr. McRae asked to "cease ?" Not because an M. D. was not a necessity for another doctor has been appointed and no complaint was made to Dr. MoRae of not looking carefully after the duties. Perhaps the powers that he, would volunteer an explanation of what appears to be a somewhat peculiar mode of action. part in the service, About 80 soldiers were present from Brussels and were billeted at various holies for dinner. The name of Cleve. McDonald will live for many a clay iu this locality where he had many friends. He died fighting for a jest cause. Ethel Don't forget the Millinery Openings Friday and Saturday of this week. . Mrs. (Dr.) Ferguson and daughter spent a few days in Toronto this week. 0. Eckmier has been visiting with friends at Stratford, Hrtysville, and Platteville. Daniel c F ie' ofClinton,as km t returned horue after Oter renewing old - friendships in and around Ethel. Charlie Slemmon. of Rosetown, Sask., who has spent the Winter visiting in this locality, returned to his home in the West on Tuesday of this week. Miss Berta Cole is improving as well as could be expected from the recent severe siege of typhoid fever, although not out of danger yet. We hope she will soon be convalescent. The "Old District school," which waegiven for the Red Oross, last Fri- day evening was a decided success. All the actors performed in good style and the majority of the people were well pleased with the entertainment. Proceeds $36.00. Last week Ethel locality sent two more young men to join the Brussels Company of 161st Huron Co. Batta- lion, in the persons of 0. E. Rowland, William Ward, Wilfrid Thompson and Ed. McLeod. They are now wear- ing the Khalil and preparing to do their best in aiding the Empire in its battle for freedom. Their example is worth following unless we are satisfied to allow militaristu to have right of way both in Europe and Canada. We wish the boys freedom from harm and a safe hems coming when the Kaiser is well thrashed. McKillop Gwrriwn Busy.- The McKillop Branch of the Huron County War Auxiliary was organized at an en- thusiastic meeting held 'Thursday night in 0 tkler's Hall, Winthrop, when the following officers and com- mittees were elected :- President, John M. Govenlock Vice -President, James S. Smith ; Secretary, A. G. Calder. ; lreasnrer, Robert Scarlett. s�--� ollin snb•divisinn Nn, 0 omnittee, 1 g , 1-F. McQuade, chairman 1 Gen. K. Holland, John Malone, Hugh Flynn, Jos. Canning, D. J. O'Reilly. No, 2, Geo. D. C. Hari, chairman , Jas. Ii,. Scott, ,R, Gtn'row, M. Mnrdie, W. Trewartha, John Montgomery, No, 8 --Dan, Regele, chairman; Jas. S. Smith, Walter Davidson, John Boyd, Oalven.I3lllent Geo, Dundas. No, 4— John Dodds, chairman ; Wm. Kinney, John Scarlett, John Balfour, Hobert Archibald, John McGavin, A thor. ough Can Vass for recruits is being* made throughout the township and the committee will endeavor to supply the neceesavy help to farmers V1 e60 sons are now at the front. It was a McI2illop boy, Harvey Dort+sure. who was the fleet to euhst in this section of the country when the war began and although wennded -twice is back on the firing litre agailn,