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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1916-10-12, Page 1VOL. 45 NO. 15 1.5o Per Annum in Aclva?ice BRUSSELS. ONTARIO, THURSDAY, OCTOBER xz. 1916 W. H. KERR, Proprietor New Advertisements Forsale-anoob Fischer. ' 'Watch ronunl-'tun Pow, Icor sale- Wesleyseniors.Glvo end honl-led cross. 8peotiolce lost -Tao Pas% A1101150 sale -A alio, Shaw. Droieodpoultry-1Z Thorson, Pullets for eine-Hiss Halliday. a lSl�`t'CC 4 eti)5 Molesworth ro Geo, Bn attended Galt Fair on N Friday. Ohas. and Mrs. Ellis, Toronto, are visiting Miss Nellie Elliott. Miss Pearl Bushart, Listowel, spent the holiday with Miss Florence Mc- Donald. Pres. O. Wilson anti)]. Sheriff, 153rd Batt., London, called vu friends here last week. J. and Mrs. Elliott, jr., motored to Pt. Burwell Saturday and spent Sun- day visiting friends there. Anniversary sermons will be preach- ed in the Presbyterian church on Sun- day next by Rev. A. 0. Stewart, North Morniigton. Pies. PlcDonald, Geo. and Fred. Seehaver, 110th 13att., Camp Borden, have returned after spending their last leave at their homes here. Geo. and Ales. Robettsou entertain- ed a number of friends on Tlnu'sday evening and the opportunity was taken to present Pte. Alex. Hastie, of thel6tst Huron Batt., with a wrist+ watch. Suitable address was read by i Allan Mitchell and. Ottmeron Robert- i son presented the watch. Pte. Hastie was taken completely by surprise but i 1'y made a very Imitatble reply. The ve- inttiuder 1,l' the evening was spent in gilInts and inllsie. Walton A week front next Sabbath will be Ootntnnuiou service in the Presbyter- ian church. In the School Fair Prize List asters were omitted from the report, 1st went toJeauet Clark sad 2uc1 to Jean Turnbull, Rev, R. A, Lundy was away to Brampton whete he performed the marriage ceremony for his brother who wed lilise Jean Kennedy. The Women's Institute will hold their regular monthly meeting \Ved- uesday, 18th inst,, in the A. 0. U. W. Hall, Topic "A boy's room in his own hone and how it is to be kept" by Mrs. Chas. Drage'. Mrs, Dr. McClure, who spent 25 years on the Donau Mission in °bine gave two fine addresses in Duf'f's church, Walton, last Sunday. It was the annual Thank -offering. Mrs. Mc- Clure's services cannot fail to do good. There was a big crowd at the station to see the soldiers boys off for Camp Borden on Tuesday, The Red Cross Society presented each member with a parcel containing socks, &cc. This was their last leave before going -over- seas. CONSOLIDATED SOHOOLS.- Friday evening of next week, 20th inst., at 8 o'clock, Inspector Richard Lees, of Peterboro, will give an illustrated lecture on the inletestiog subject of Consolidated Sehools. It is a live issue about here so everybody should hear the subject dealt with by first- class authority. The Meal agency for the well known Newoutube piano is held by Done Blake, who is always ready to explain the merits of tliie insttmnent. 'Wednesday evening 'Mee, (Rev,) Mc- Cnlloch, of Gra nbroolc, Vice -President of Maitland Presbyterial, visited the W. Al. S. of the Duff's ohureh. Her presence and help were much appre- ciated. 'j.'heee viatls by the officers do much to bind the Societies of the Presbyterial together and give a real ituiletn8 to the work. Morris Township Council Saturday of this week, Miss Mulvey, \Vinghain, was a visi- tot' at S. Walker's, 0th line. Mr, and Mrs. Resnick, East Wawa - nosh, were visitors with Bert and Mrs. Oat tee, 5th line. Pte. Harris Irvine formely of Bel - gray', was reported in Monday's papers as wounded. H. L. Humphreye, London, was visiting at S. Walker's during the past week. Mrs. Humphreys return- ed with him. Keep the cleating Auction Sale of A. Shaw, 1st Line, in remembrance Date is Tuesday, 24.111 inst. List may be read on page 8. "Good luck to the boys of the Allies" is the sentiment of many homes in Morris on the eve of the departure of the soldier boys for overseas service. Miss Minnie Anderson, Toronto, spent Thanksgiving at Jas. Ander- son's 501 line. She also visited her nephews, Oonites tiros. and Pte. Jno. Anderson of the Signal Coips, of the 101st on their last leave before going overseas. Fled. Martin died In 111711811, on Snntlay, lie lived with his mother, and only took ill on Friday with pneuruouia, He was 30' yea' a of age. Deceased has one brother, Flank, of Suoshitle and 3 married sis1et8, Fun- eral took. place Tuesday to Maitland Bank cenieteey, Seaforlh. While S. Walker, 61 It line, was driving along the 8111 Con, of Gtey township, his horse took fright at tut automobile and upset the boggy drag- ging Mr, Walker along in 1110 top. He was considerably shaken but for- tunately escaped without ;lily broken bones, although well stiffened up for some days. Grey Township Council will meet next Monday. Voters' List Oourt Friday of next week at 11.80 a. tn. Oulu r,uLtiug 0)2(1 silo tilling has kept nanny of the farmers busy, Miss ,Jennie Rands was home for Thanksgiving from Toronto where she is teaching. Miss Margaret Richardson was home from Stratford Business Col- lege for Thanksgiving, W. J. Jacklin is back from a busi- ness trip. He took a car of horses West, Samples of this year's grain were brought back by Mr. Jacklin. Next Sabbath afternoon a memorial service, heating on the death of Pte, Richmond, will be held in Union Ohuroh. Misses Eva and Lama Smith and J. Wells, Paris, motored to Wesley Stephenson's and spent several days visiting friends and relatives during the past week. oreoeing Station, Ftrnng LInc--Ofnelnl Film, ..Battle of tho ecmmo." An urgent call for help again goes forth from the Mol eilaod's Mighty life- saving agency -- the British Red Cross The Empire is called r': on to give greatly, give lovingly, give quickly, that the sick, wounded and suffering on all the battle fronts may not languish and perish in their hours of deepest need. Here is n great work in which all can share. The Joint War Committee of the British Red Cross Society and Order of St. John is the only institution which carries voluntary aid to the sick and wounded of the British forces on land and sea in every region of the war Thousands of lives of our bravest and best are saved through this splendid work. YOUR gift may save a life, Isn't it worth doing 7 It is GIVE 1 Make 66Our Day" YOlir Red Cross Gift Day Give on October 19th The Red Cross looks atter the transportation or sick and wounded --it equips thousands of hospitals, rest and eonvaleseent homes, it supplies countless requisites for hospital work, clothing and other tom• torts. Over 2,000 Red Cross Motor Ambulances are at work on the various fronts, while "rest stations," hospital trains, steamers and launches, food for pri- soners, books, special work for the blind, etc., etc., are a few, only, of Red Cross activities. Ontario's princely gift in 1915 of $1,514,000 rang, a clarion mercy. call, throughout the Empire. The British Red Cross were grateful beyond measure, and their appeal through Lord Lansdowne, President, now comes to us es to friends who sympathize and help. The need is greater to -day than a year ago -it is ever growing. Will Ontai'io do less than she did last year? No 1 GTVir-give a day's pay, give all you can, GIVE, Premier Hearst Has Seen the Work "My visit to England and France has aroused deeper nppre• elation than ever of the splendid work of the Rcd Cross. 1t deserves every support, and 7 trust the people of Ontario will respond with their usual generosity to the British Red Cross Appeal for October 10th," BON. W. 11, T1loAtiST, Prime Minister or Ontario. He gives twice who gives quickly. Your help is needed NOW! The Motherland's only direct appeal to ue for help in this great Nor 1s her great Red Cross mercy work. Ontario's rceponso must and will be quick and generous Give through the Treasurer of your Local Committee - or, send your subseriptlon to the Cleric of your nn)nlel- palitY-or, make it paYablo to Hon. T, W. McGarry, Treasurer Tiritish Red Cross Fund for Ontario, Parlia- ment Buildings, Toronto, Don't Let Your Stricken Defenders Call in Vain, but The Sick ad &add Cal For Your Help give on October 19th Your gift will go entirely to the British Red Cross, where, again, through much voluntary work, the working expenses are cut down to only 2 I % of the total revenue. Tbus, if you give $10, actually 50.771/2 goes to the healing and saving of some stricken hero. The expenses of the Ontario Committee, advertising, Printing, eta, aro being met entirely by the Provincial Government. Mr. N. W. Rowell, K.C.y Brings a Red Cross Message "1 bring it message of cheer to those who have relatives at the front and who fear they may be wounded. I believe every thing human skill eon do, that humin care and sympathy can provide, is being done and provided each day and each night throughout the year by tho Army Medical Corps and the lied Cross. It is a 'perfect marvel of efficiency." MR, N. W. IlO\\ILL, Leader of the Opposition. Wonadud W the Trunahcb-etadtal Mtn, "anitle of 1,0 comma" Robert McKay eoudueted the eer- VICe in -Rue's Ohurob last Sabbath tnurtiing. An able discourse was given on "The Peace that passetll understanding." Wilber, son of Oliver and Mrs. 1'141.1,11101, 155th Coo„ is enjoying a visit in LLB West. He has spent good share o1' his time with relatives and fill -mile at Winnipeg, Abernathy and 01lter pui1115, The 50 111'1,' faun of Robert Doug- las, Last }L,L 11, Con, 15, Grey, has been pnrehdsed by Oliver 'Turnbull, whose 11)11 acres adjoins it. Price was 51,300, This will give Mr. Turnbull a fine farm. A per'uliar accident happened to J. K. Baker, 9th Oen. \Vhile attempt- ing to take, a seat on a wagon the board broke and he fell breaking a bone in the wrist of his left arta. \Ve hope lie will soon be o. k. Last. week Pte J. 13. 'McCullough, of the 24241 Forester Battalion, phut: real, visited his sister, Mrs. 0. Hem- ingway, 10111 Con., before going over- seas. Ile enlisted in the West. \Ve wish him it safe V01ota 10 Canada. CARD OP TIlANSS.- We desire to convey one sincere thanks to one neighbors, -friends and Governnnror, and 1111110)3' authorities for their kindness and sympathy extended personally and expressed by letters to us, triton reeei ring the sari ))CWS of our son and brother, William Richmond, being killed in action and paying the 00 p3 03130 8)1(1 1 11313' in defeneeof 13031)0 0110 country in the battlefields of 171411CP. Tlrnor AND Miss. RICHMOND AND FAMILY. Oranbrook Miss lava Rathwell is not enjoying vet y good health we are sorry to state but we hope she will soon be restored. Hiss Lavine Alderson and MIr. Gordon, Toronto, were (1010 for Thanksgiving and to say gond-bye to Pte. Bordon Cameron, the 1'ormer's cerasin. .1 CIIILRE SERVICES - Plle Jubilee serve." n1.' Knox ehnrrh, will be held Sabbath, ()molter 2011, when Rev, Dr Day will preach, and continued on S•I,hetth, Nov. nth, when Rev. D. B. 11.'R ' will fill the pulpit. Tea -meet- ing will follow liuulav evening. 1) mold and Mrs. Campbell were tlu•"can out or their buggy Thursday of last week by their horse taking fright at tt pile of cement tile on the Oranbrnnk 810eroad. Both were con- si•1ar74hly shaken np, \its. Campbell hawing a few ribs fractured, but bout ale getting along nieety non, we are g1,•1 0) stale. Buggy and harness sof- ed in the mix -tip. MoncriefF Miss Beth .McNaught has been visit- ing Miss Anna Dunlop. Pte. Jack thistle, 110th Batt., Mrs. Hastie anddaughter, visited at Geo. Robertson's a couple of days last week. W. D. Hanley and bride motored from Lambeth Saturday to spend Thankogiviog with the for•rner's par- ents, Geo. and 511's. Hanley. Pie, Allan D. McLean, of the 110111 Batt., spent last week athis home here prior to leaving for overseas. We wish hint a safe return when the war is nvet. \Ve are sorry to report that Marshal Harrison was quite severely injured by being knocked orf the gangway of his barn by the barn door, It is to be hoped he will soon he as heat•ty as ever. Ethel Council meeting here next Monday. Many flow this locality attended Brussels Fair hast Friday. Aliases Annie, Minnie and Pearl Bateman attended the Mitchell - Miller wedding at Jamestown last Monday. Ed. Wood has lost another cow and 2 yearlings. The Inspector made another visit but we have not heard what is fining. Miss Emma Ransom has returned home after spending an enjnyable visit with Friends in Crystal City, Neopa- wit and Winnipeg, Miss Ella Hansuld was home from (tuning Crass for Thanksgiving and Miss Mary McLelland was home from Stratfo'dNorinal. Irvine Raynaltl has gone to Strat- ford to lire on a railway engine and if eveeytlling goes well he may move his family there shortly. One of our local motorists had an exriling time with leis car last Friday. T1 Prohibition were not in fnrce there might he 014 exr.nse far m'is-o'ossing. '!'here was a Ia1'ge gathering at. the station to give the 8nhdie'S a send off as they wet'eretnrning Tuesday morn- ing to camp, They go overseas short- ly. The Endeavor of the Presbyterian chnrnh, Oranbrook, have been invited to visit the Endeavor' of Ethel next Sunday evening and will supiily the program. \Ve eongratulal:e Frank and Afrs. Sleighthnlun on their pnssee iol of one of the tn'iz0 winning babies at Brus- 8els Fair. It was no meati honor as there were 20 competitors. Mr, and Mrs. Locke, Ottawa, and Mrs, Cabildn and Mr's. \\talker, Guelph, are visitors with Jan. and Mrs. McDonald. 'i'hey are relatives of the host and hnetess. The trip was made in the former's fine McLaughlin 07U', ANN1\TLRSAnY.- The annive309)'V services 11010 in the Methodist (211) rch last Sunday and Mnnday proved a great anccese, Rev. O. 0. Maine preached excellent sermons and Mrs, Joynt, Lanknow, delighted the con, gregatinns with two solos, Monday evening the fowl slipper was largely attended. The bill of fare provided by the lading of this congregation was drt lleanrrl with the splendid reputation of the Ethel ladies. The program was the beet that luta been given to Ethel for a long tuns. Mrs. Joynt sang East Huron Fall Fair Biggest Crowd on Record, 59 years ago this October the first Fall Fait' was held in Brussels. It was small and lacking in the necessary grounds aid buildings but it grew un- til East Huron Society now (vivito a 10 acre park, with splendid Show build- ing, grand stand, stables, office and mile track. The Fair Thursday and Friday of last week was favored with delightful weather and as the Toads were good people carne from near and far to it. \Vhlle the number of exhibits were not ftp to some outer years most of the ela8805 were filled. Inside depart- ment had many meeit.ofinus claseea, especially in the Domestic Manufac- tures, Dalry department and Ladies' Work, Owing to the poor fruit and root crops these lines were somewhat deficient. Thursday evening the "Palace" was thrown open and a goodly company attended. A musical program was rendered. Friday the sightseers arrived early and enjoyed the day, The expert Judges got on with their work in gond form and a wide interest was manifest in the Physical Drill of the 25 young soldier boy,; of the 101st, under the direction of Lieut. 1!eLean, Witighaul. The various manoeuvres were heartily applauded. The three speeding events were tinily contested with the follow- ing results :- 250 Trot or pace - F. S. hitt, Duke Davis, 3 I 1 L Ohcttleswurth, Philis Admiral 1 3 2 l.. Fawn, Flossie 0 2 2 3 250 Trot- \Vm. Holman, San Toy 1 1 2 J. Pinkney, Toddy Direct,2 2 1 (i. Muldoon, Topsy Todd, 3 8 3 P. Seat, Silk 13,rde', 4 5 4 \V. McDougall, May McKinney 5 4 5 Standard Bank race- Richd. Griffith, Silver Tail,1 1 Bannerman Bros., Denny Hal, 2 2 Thos. Coulter, Vinnie Tramp,3 8 Judges were 0has, Knechtel, D,,e, Blackall and F. S. Scott. Seafort.h Brass Band gave an excel- lent program daring the afternoon and evening, The day's proceedings concluded with a big Concert in the Town Hall, hundreds being unable to gain admit- tance. Talent consisted 0f the Lawrie Family, 12,3)0)1101), tvho individntlly or collectively did their work tine. There was lots of fun from the humor- ous songs and stories of Messrs. Pig- gott and McKendry, Toronto, who sustained themselves to the close. Mrs, R. Thomson was the accompanist, Proceeds of Cuncel t 5230,80, PALL FAIR NOTES Old Probe was vet)* kind. Gate receipts were 8918.40. Brussels Pair leads them all, White roses were very popular. New fence at homestretch on race track is a necessity. A few flags at the Fair ground would not be amiss. There were hundreds of automobiles in town o1, Fair Day. Not a man the worse of liquor was seen on the grounds or streets. The Women's Institute had a lunch counter that did a good business. Total receipts when ail monies are accounted will be over 51200. School Drill mid Potato rac0 did not materialize as there were no eiltri88. Receipts over $I200 Peaches and grapes were sold in large quantities by various vendors. Many furtxterresidents were in town for Fair Day and were very welcome.. 131g attraction about the Baby Show, The score of kiddies would be hard to beat. Plenty of music was supplied in the Palace by the three pianos on display by various firms, Treasurer Black will pay the prizee at his office Friday, 20th iris'„ from 10 a. m, to 0 p. un. The light horse j rnile track at show' ring would be the better of a coat of oil to keep Clown duet. There were scores of soldier boys on the grounds, being home on their last leave beforeo'overseas, Hundreds of dollars ars we'e lost to the Society by want of accommodation for the Concert Friday night. That Speeding events are popular numbers on the program was self evi- dent by the interest manifested. Ticket sellers T. Miller, Jno. Fergu- son and B. S. Scott had a busy few hoot's but were right on their job. Editor Smith, of Wingham Ad- Vainee, was a visitor, advertising the postponed Fair of their Society. He's the Secretary. Stabling accommodation was at a premium for horses but the day was - so fine au animal could' stand outside without. discomfort. The Fair would be much unproved if all prize animals in the Horse class- es were asked to parade before the grand stand at 4 p. tn. Director's will meet Saturday after- noon of this week at Council Chamber at 2 o'clock. All accounts and errors in Prize List should be handed in. The Baby Show was the centre of attraction for an hour or so. Nurses 1I0Ar1hur and Flaws had no smalljob to award 5 prizes among 20 fine babies and Thus, Bennett, Wingham, and THE Pos'r scribe were nearly smother- ed with the crowd anxious the see the ptize winning cherubs. Awards were as follows :-1st, pars. Bynes, Honfryn, (Belgian) baby ; 2ad, Mrs, Benson Wheeler, Morris ; 3rd, Mrs. Richard Cardiff, Brussels; 4tlt, kite. Mark Gar- niss, Morris ; 5th, Mrs. Frank Sleight - holm, Ethel The prizes were given according to a table of measurements, weight, appearance, 4)c. It was a pity there were not, 20 prizes as all were deserving, FOOT RACES N. F. Gerry was in charge of the children's foot races and was assisted by T. Walker and W. Gillespie. The results were as follows, everybody en- tering receiving a reward, the amounts tapering down to 5 cents :-Boys un- der. 10 years-Jno. Smith, E. Sellers, N. Shaw, 3, McCracken, H. Thibldeau, E. Thibideau, B. Craig. Boys under 14 years -J. Armstrong, E. Whitfield, 0. Boyd, E. Powell, A. Turnbull, 11. Sellers, S. Yuill, J. Smith, C. Somers, A. Speir, S. Barr•, It Sellers, 0. Bone, M. Shaw, H. Johnston, D. Moore, A. Spading, M. Heuy, Erie Whitfield, G. Speiran. Girls' face under 10 years -D. Thompson, E. Smith, M. Mo- Lanchlin, F. Oliver, 0. Snider, L. Mc- Kay, \V. Galbraith, L. Hollinger, M. Thompson. Girls under 15 years -E. Broker, M. Speiran, G. Thompson, 0. Thompson, F. Stewart, J. Miller, S. McLauchlin, E, Burgess, M. Wilkin- son, L. Steiss, E, MuKety, J. Turnbull, J. Kirkconnoll, C. Kirkeonnell. (Continued on page 4) three fine solos and responded to en- core 1'core each time. Mrs. King, Gode- rieh, delighted the audience, while Hiss Aitken, Goclerich, was also great- ly appreciated. The Atwood Ladies' Quartette rendered delightful music. Rev, 3, L. McCulloch gave an excel- lent and eloquent address on a patrio- tic theme, "Our duty to the Empire." Proceeds of the evening were 5127,00, 'Phe pastor, Rev. Mr, Johnson, pre- sided, WOMEN'S INSTIT1'TI:.-The regular meeting or the Women's Institute, will tweet at L110 hr40e of Miss Hall, Thursday, October 24111, at 2 30 o'clock. Topic, 'How to keep well,' to be led by firs. (Dr.) Ferguson. Miss Gertie Purvis will also give a paper on "Community work," Music, Miss Verda Pollard. Roll Call with re- sponses from favorite,. authors. A good attendance is asked. Wroxeter Oltrr.-Tt is with much regret we are called to chronicle the death of Donald Fisher, who succumbed of Wednesday of last week after a long and painful illness. Air. Fisher wt's in lois 72nd year. Before retiring to the village a number of years ago he had been a very successful farmer. do Howick Township. He had many sterling twenties and his death is a distinct loss to the neighborhood and will be deeply regretted by a large circle of friends, He is survived by his wife. Fnnetal took place bo the \Vrnxete- cemetery, Friday after- noon. Service was non inet80 by Rev. Mr, Currie, of the Presbyterian church, of which the deceased was 0. regular attendant. NEWSY NOTiww.-Alias J, Ritchie went. to 'Pimento last week where she will to the guest of her sister, Sanderson, -,Tan. Patterson, jr. ltar- tistnn, spent Friday with relatives hero, -Mrs. I.2. Little, Toronto, is the guest of her parents, R. and 1VIrs. Bieck. -The largest gathering ever assembled at our station here was on Tuesday afternoon when the friends and relatives of the soldiers of the 101st Battalion, gntliered to bid the boys farewell and Godspeed on this their last visit home he Fore going over- sena,-'Rord was received here on Tuesday, that Pts, Wm. Sutton, of Fordwich, a former resident here bad made the supreme sacrifice, being killed in action, He is survived by his wife tend two children.- Peter Patrick, ar., St. Thomas, a farmer resident of Turnberry, spent sevetal days with old friends here.- Miee Kathleen Rutherford, was home from Toronto over Thanksgiving Day. -G, and Mrs. Hillbo'n, Paris, attended the funeral of the latter's uncle, D. Fish- er, 01) Friday afternoon. --Miss Jean Moffitt, Ayton, is holidaying at the home of her parents, A. H. and Mrs. Moffitt,-M1's. I\ICKerehet', Hawick. had the misfortune to fall last Tues- day sustaining, a fracture of her left wrist, -Miss Hazel O'Brien, Mildmay, vielted aver the holiday with Mies Hazel Vanvelsor,-Pte. Harvey Hazle- wood, Clifford, who was hone on last leave, was a visitor with his uncle, W. 0. Hazlewood, Saturday. -Mee. Geo. Leckie has returned after a week's visit with her sister, Mrs. B. Cardiff, Brussels. --0. 0. Stewart, Toronto. is spending a few holidays, the guest of Ins brother-in-law, A. Sanderson, -Alt assembly in honor of the eoldie18 of 'hie vicinity was held in the Town Hall, Fridley evening. -Misses Eleanor Hamilton, Lizzie Sanderson and Margaret Anderson, teachers, spent the week end at their honer] here. -R. and Mrs. Black spent Thursday and Friday in Brussels where the former officiated as a 3udge of grain. Jamestown Noiwos,-Alt who have tn1,0n gravel !rent my pit aro asked to Idndly saatio for same be- fore Ost. 20. 1010. For convenience the money may he left with Dunean McDonald at the store. Prices are ;-0015ent gravel loo per 11 cubic yard and rend gravel, 100, A, ouLoox, ,Jamestown. Phone 440. Busy time with the cern and root 010'19, Thee was no service in Victoria Hall last Sunday evening.. There was no service in the John. 8tn31 church last Sunday owing to the anniversary at 13hncvale. Moffatt, sol of 11. M. and Mrs, Mil- ler, of Islington, Ont., who has been in bed s111Co last March, 8utpering from heart leakage is improving slowly. His many old friends in tins locality hope ho will soon regain first: -class health.