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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Brussels Post, 1917-5-3, Page 1VOL. 45 NO. 44 • 1 5o Per Amnon in A eivance 4 1 :::: BRUSSELS. ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MAY 3, 1917 W. H. KERR, Proprietor Naw Advertisements Gloves found—True POST. Overcoat uo Tu, POW. . Brussels Studio—G. Free. Collie for Hale—Willie Snide r.Auction sale'ugh,w. McKay idwail Paper remnants—Jas. Fox, Position wanted—G Thibideau, Court of Revision—Twp, To Morrie. Notice to Creditors—D, f. nnrrie estate. Produce more rood -Dominion Government. McKillop You will not forget the service of Song in Providence Methodist church next Sunday night at 7 o'clock. Come and heed addvesses by two of& cers of the Salvation Army of Sea - forth. Yon are invited to this meet- ing May 6th. Belniore Thos, Baker wears a broad smile these days. It's a girl, Rev, Mr. Kerr, Gowrie, preached in the Methodist church Sunday morn- ing. Wm. and Mre. Edwards attended the Doig—Edwards wedding in Gerrie on Wednesday. The Women's Institute meets next Saturday in the Hall All the ladies are requested to be present. Geo. Doubledee, Wm, Irwin, Dane Fortune and Fred. Lewis have pur- chased 1917 model Ford cars. Miss Merle Lamoriby, Toronto and airs, A. Lomonby, Wroxeter, were visitors at Jas. Fleming's on Friday afternoon. Those who attended the W. M. S. at Brussels on Thursday as delegates hymn here were Misses Sinclair, rim- ing, Renwick and Doig. Word was received here on Thurs. day that Pte. Frank Renwick lied fallen for his country on April lltli, "somewhere in France," He was a member of the 191st Hurons. The family have the sympathy of the community. The Methodist church Sunday School has re -organized with the fol- lowing officers and teachers for the coming year :—Superintendent, Wm. Edwards ; Asst. Supt., Wm. Lowry ; Secretary-Treas., Miss Blanche Irwin ; Organist, Mise Margaret Metcalfe ; Teachers, Mrs. Hall, Mies Bax, Mr. Lowry, Mr. Love and Mr. Abraham, Leadbury Mr. Boyd is still holding his own after his serious operation. The farmers are busy answering the Nation's call for "More Production." P. Gardiner's car is out with a new coat of paint which makes it look as good as new. Miss Jennie Knechtel spent a couple of days in Wingham last week and attended her cousin's wedding—Par- ker-Perrie. The Ladies' Aid of Bethel church held their. May meeting at the home of Mrs. Thos. Leeming, sr., and it was well attended. Thos. Young, who had the misfor- tune to fall in the staple a short time ago, is still confined to the house but is making progress towards recovery. W. S. Forbes has purchased a 6 cy- linder McLaughlin car from the Sea - forth agency. This car is classed as one of the best on the market for both service and pleasure and we hope Mr. and Mrs. Forbes may long enjoy their new purchase. Mrs. Crosier and her two daughters were in a runaway in Seaforth last Friday. The horse took fright and upset the buggy. No doubt things would have proved serious had not the horse got free from the harness. The animal broke through two wire fences before it was caught. Buggy was badly smashed but the occupants escaped with only a few bruises on the face, John and Mrs. McPherson are vieit- in the former's parents, on the 14th g Oen., wire h ve not been well lately, t aY We hope the elderly couple may soon enjoy their accustomed health with the return of the warm weather. A large congregation aseernbled at Bethel church for the opening of the Sunday School last Sabbath. The Patriotic program was very good. Miss A. Knechtel recited "When you. call me come" ; Charlie Boyd sang "Keep the home fires burning" ; Miss Della McGavin'sang,"The Maple Leaf Forever" and 'We'll never let the old Flag fall" was well sung by Willie Norman, The pastor gave a short ad- dress on "Four good things to learn— Honor men Love the -Brotherhood, —Fear God,—Honor the King." There are excellent prospects for another successful season of Sunday School work in this vicinity. The Trustees bave offered prizes and di- plomas for the scholars. Jamestown Dugald Simpeer] has returned to his home in London after a visit at his father's, Andrew Simpson. The Auction Sale held by Samuel Burke went with a good swing, with T. R. Bennett as Auctioneer. Prices ranged fairly high. A number from this locality attend- ed the W. M. S. Convention at Brus- eels Thursday of last week and pro- nounce it a success. Mrs. A. D. McOoeh, of Kincardine, has been visiting her mother, Mrs. John Strachan. The lattees health has not been very rugged during. the Winter, we ave sorry to state, but hope for an improvement -in the com- ing of Spring. Wroxeter SRRoOats for sale. No,12 0. A. 0. Price 11.00 per bushel'. Amax. MOJERnnER, R. R. No. 2, Wroxeter. Dan. McTavish is spending a few days iu Toronto. Miss Mina Douglas visited with Lis- towel friends last. week. Thos. Sanderson, Toronto, was a visitor at his home here this week. Mrs. M. McLennan attended the fun- eral of a relative at Belgrave last week. Mrs. VanVelsor and daughter, Mies Hazel, are guests of relativesatVienna. Pte. Stanley Halliday left for Lon- don Tuesday where he will be in train- ing. W. A. and Mrs. Lowry, Brussels, visited the former's brother, E. Low- ry, Sunday. A load of members of the W. M. S. attended the Presbyterial at Brussels last Thursday. W. and Mrs. Robinson were in Port Elgin last week attending the funeral of the latter's father. Misses Annie Anderson and Mary Sproal went to Harriston on Monday. They will be employed by the Davies Packing Co. The annual meeting of the Bowling, Club was held in the Council Chamber Wednesday evening and officers elect- ed:for the ensuing season. J. and Mrs. Barnard and Mrs. 0. Pope motored from London last week to visit their parents, Geo. and Mrs. Barnard. The latter had a bad fall re- cently but is now improving. Friday evening of this week the en- tertainment, "The New Minister," will be presented in the Town Hall here by Brussels talent, ander the auspices of Wroxeter Red Gross Circle. ATTEND. J. B. Perrin, of Hamilton, son of Rev. L. Perrin, of Chalmers Church, Armow, has accepted the position in the Royal Bank, Kincardine, held by Mr. Dubois who has been transferred to Sndbuiy. W. S. MiKereher received official word on Monday that his eldest son, Flight Lieut. Stewart McKereher, bad been wounded. No particulars are to hand but we trnet the wounds are not of a serions nature. en with Commort SSense are taking to our Bach- elor Suits like ducks to water. Good reason why, too. Notwithstanding their good looks, good work- manship and good wear- ing qualities, they are the biggest bargain ever offered to men, being the first guaranteed trade -marked, nation - all. known clothes to be sold at. 16L° is Bold exclusively by D. C. ROSS I Will anynno having Red Cross work on hand kindly bring the completed rticles to the post later than Tuesday, May 8th, when a bale will be packed. It was learned with deep regret last week that Pte. Frank Renwick, of the Wroxeter detachment of the 181st Batt„ had died of wounds. He was born in Howiok where he spent prac- tically all, his life, enlisting in the 161st a year ago last Winter. He was a splendid specimen of young manhood, of a jovial nature, and his loss will be most keenly felt by his comrades and friends. 1 Belgrave The Patriotic Fund was thankfully increased by a $6.00 donation from the C.0.F. OARII OP THANxs,—We wish to re- cord our thanks- to the many friends who were so thoughtful and kindly towards David. Sproat, deceased, and to us after his demise. Mr. Sprout appreciated the many evidences shown to him and we gratefully acknowledge the same. Yours thankfully. MRS. SPROAT AND MISS SELLA SPROAT. DON'T FORGET TIdAM,—The Patrio- tic Society has again remembered the Belgrave boys !tow overseas by send- ing each a parcel containing socks, shirt, handkerchiefs, notepaper, candy and soap. .Following are the names of the boys :—Ivan Wightman, Wes- ley Rath, Challis Coulters Win. E. Scott, Harry Dye, Wm. Tonkins, Noe - man Geddes, Jim McCallum, Jack Anderson, Bert Tasker, Austin Camp- bell, Lawrence Armstrong, Harry Brandon, 'Abe Brandon, Harold Bran- don, George Reid, Alf. Pryce, Rich. Fay, Albert Horn, Fred. Ribbons, Chas, Searles, Wilson Geddes, Willie Forbes, Fred. Swindlehurst, Dr. Guil- foyle, Jas. Coultas and Jack Tasker. The Society shipped this week to Hy- man Hall, 8 shirts and 41 paires socks, Bluevale Stan. Hall, Harriston, was home for Sunday. - Harold Thomson has engaged with Geo. Haney for the Sumner, Mrs. Robert Shaw returned home from the West Monday night. ' Rot. Aitchison resumed work on the G. T. R Tuesday morning. Reuben Garniss has exchanged his driving outfit for a new Ford car. Parker Sineltzer, Guelph, spent a few days this week with his parents. Miss Davey, Listowel, spent the week -end with her grandmother, Mrs. Gannett. Joe McKinney has purchased a new Ford, so farmers will be sure to get their mail on time. John Brooks has gone to Greene, Sask., where he intends to spend the Summer with his son, William. Wm. and Mrs. Hewitt, Guelph, spent a few days this week with relatives here and have sbipped their furniture to that city where Mr. Hewitt has se- cured a good situation. A Holmes received a letter this week from his son, Harold, who was severely wounded in France about April est. He is now in a hospital in Liverpool and getting along nicely. Walton Mrs. A. B. Bruce is in Toronto this week. ollliss Clara Dennison is home from Toronto for a few weeks. There's a hint of a nearby wedding but num' is the word just yet.' Mrs. Andrew Johnston visited at the home of her daughter, Mrs, Geo. Dundee lust week. The farmers ate rushing in the seed this week and endeavoring to make up for the late Spring. Last week Rev. R. A. Lundy was called to Brampton owing to the seri- ous illness of his father. We are pleased to report that Mrs. Wm. Dennison is rapidly recovering from an attack of rheumatism. Jno, McLaughlin, of Fordwich, died on April 20th. Relatives from this locality attended itis funeral. He was a m to most highly esteemed by allwho knew him. . St. Ge i ge's church has issued its animal reportwhich reflects credit on the congeegation fat• its activity and generosity. It should be an encourag- ing factor to Rector Page. A number of the women of Du'ff's (hovel) attended the Presbyterial in Brussels, All were favorably impves- sed with the high order of the enter - tai nneut and the addresses, There was a goodly attendance from lVattnn at the Presbyterial W. M. S. at Brussels Thursday of last week. Mrs (Rev.) Lundy handled her subject of Mission Bands with splendid sue- eess. Sacramental service in the Metho- dist ehurchnext Sunday morning at 10 45 0. in. It is earnestly requested that all members on the circuit be present at this important means of grace, Quarterly Official Board will meet in the Methodist church Monday May 7th, at 2.80, Very important business. Report of Walton Red Cross 'Union for the Month of April is as follows :•— Peoceede of Teas...•.. - $ 71 65 Donation from Miss Kirkby's corner ,. ,.. 8 20 Balance from March - 158 20 Total 228 05 lllxpenditnre ... , 156 00 Balance ort hand $ 71 15 Miss Clara Crawford le•the Treasurer, Goon FOR AN 81 YEAR CLD.—The following reference from Strathroy was made concerning a former Metho- dist pastor Walton to whom con- gratidatlons are extended from this locality :—Rev. Alfred Andrews, of Burlington, who was pastor it Sta'ath- rny, 88 yearn ago, when present church was built, preached naming and evening lb the church and addressed the Sunday School in the afternoon • • Brussels • SCJ • • Studio • • OPEN • friday & Saturday each week •• • Try us For Amateur • • Printing and Developing • • Groups taken at your own home 41, anywhere in the country. • • • • • • • • • • : • • • • • • • • • : Picture framing NeatlyDone • 9 • • • We make Enlargements from • old Photos. • • •• • G. S. FREE Photographer • on Sunday April 1st. Although Bro. Andrews is 84 years of age he preach- ed able and spiritual sermons to the delight of large audiences, His great vigor and the clearness' and power of his voice were the wonder of all who heard hire. Brussels Horticultural Society, through the local Director, Mrs. John McDonald, made adistribution during the past week of the' bulbs, shrubs, trees, &c., selected by the members of Walton sold vicinity for this season. These 4 options were included in the membership fee of $1.00. We hope this will be incentive to increased activity along this line. Morris The Somerville 200 acre farms, 51h line, have been rented to Jas. Kelly, of Morris township for this season. Court of Revision on the Assess- ment roll of 1917 will be bold at the Township Hall, Monday, 28th inst. at 11 a, m. We are sorry to hear that Stewart McKerober, Wroxeter, nephew of Allan and Mrs. Adams, 5th line, who is an aviator, has been wounded. L. Morrison. Wroxeter, is lending a hand on the farm of Elston . Cardiff, his brother-in-law, which is very ac- ceptable at this season of the year. Ernest Rozell, Clinton, was a visitor with H. M. and Mrs. Manning, 5th line and old friends in Brussels and locality. - He is a brother of Mrs. Manning. Don't forget the Auction Sale at the home of the late Robert Anderson, 4th line, Friday afternoon of this week. It is a clearing sale. List may be read on page 8 of this; week's issue of THE POST. A floral curiosity is to be seen at the home of Reeve Shortreed, 9th line, in the form of a Christmas cactus. It bloomed at the regular Santa Claus period, decked itself out again for Easter and now has a Spring robing of at least 70 beautiful flowers. All who have seen it pronounce the plant well worth possessing. We are sorry to state that Miss Irene McEwen, daughter of Township Clerk McBwen, who had not been having very good health and had been receiving treatment in Wingham hos- pital, passed away last Sunday. (The funeral took place Tuesday afternoon to Bluevale cemetery. She was a bright young lady and beloved by all. Followingclipping is from the Al- pena (Mich, Argus, and refers to the death of Mrs. John IEnbb's brother-in- law, who was Supervisor (Reeve) of Gren Township, Mich., for 10 years. His wife died last June :—The funeral of ex -Supervisor George Manning, pioneer resident of Gren Township, who died at his home there, :following an illness of extended duration, was held from the family home Wednes- day morning at 10 o'clock, Rev, Mr. Pierson officiating. Interment was made in Evergreen cemetery, Alpena, Mr, Manning was a former member of the Board of Supervisors and the flag at the Court House was at half mast bismemory. out of respect to o P SIICOESSPOL ANNIVERSARY.— Last Sunday a full house gieeted Rev. Mr. McCormick, Blyth, who conducted the anniversary services ab Sunshine church at 2.80 and 7 o'clock. The preacher took for his text Ise. 1.17, Learn to do wall," from which be expounded nmoh that was practical and worthy' of emulation. At the evening service the subject of dis- course was "True greatnese," emphas- isg that it does not cnnsist of wire pulling or in patronizing the public patronage. system. He is greatest among you who serves. Bearing this truth that there is considerable im- portance attached:to demonstrations. Will it be when our men who have given up all to the service of their fellows in defence of Truth and Jus- tice, when they return from the battle fields P There will be such a demon- stration over then as this country has never seen, which will be as it should, The congregational singing was led by a male choir from Brussels Metho- dist church, under the leadership of Mrs. Wright. Messrs. Armstrong, McCracken, Best, Wright, Jordan and Wheeler sang the selection at the afternoon service, "Dome Spirit come," which was very impressive. In the evening, "Watch and pray." In the afternoon Messrs. Wheeler and Jordan rendered "Rock of Ages" in good style, while at the evening ser- vice Mr, Wrights singing of "Till the. clouds roll by," also "Down in the valley" by the choir was splendid. The services throughout were bright. Plants and flowers that were fresh and beautiful, adorned the pulpit and altar. Tho singing was inspiring and had a good go with it. Many thanks to the young men from Bruseels who led it. The different denominations in thelocality Were Well represented, while the members of the Sunshine congregation excelled In hospitality, entertaining Por the even ing ser- vice a large number oP guests, Rev. M1, McCormick will always be wel• come back. If the spirit 0f these anniversary services is an indication of the.good-will and fellowship which the community bear to the Sunshine appointmuponent, be thehappy year thineythe ateMasteenter'rs- ing will service. Rev, Mr. Parnaby is the pas- tor. 1 ENDERSON—JADITESON.— The Lis- towel Standard of last week says :— A quiet but pretty wedding was solemnized in the Grand Central par- lor Monday, April 23rd, at 0.30 o'clock when Miss E G. Jamieson and A. L. Henderson, both of Morris township, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony, Rev, W. H. Dunbar of - floating. A. few hours later another very interesting event took place in the same room. Me. and Mrs. Henderson were invited Lo cones to the pallor, and when reaching it were much surprised to find a number of the young gentlemen of town present, who had, upon hearing of the wed- ding, clubbed together and purchased a wedding gift for the bride and groom. After congratulating the happy couple and wishing them all success in life, they presented Mr. and Mrs, Henderson with a silver set, consisting of a half dozen knives and forks and tea spoons, a berry spoon, sugar shell and pearl handled butter knife. Although taken completely by surprise Mr. Henderson thanked the gentlemen for their kindness and assured them that Mrs. Henderson and himself would always have a warm spot in their hearts for Listo- wel. DIED IN THE WEST.—On Saturday aftern000n April 7th, Mrs. Robert Setteratrom, nee Miss Hasifa Fraser, formerly of Morris township, passed away at the age of 30 years. For the last year she had been in very poor health, having been affected with peritonitis. During the year she un- derwent two operations and a nurse had been in constant attendance. Saturday when her husband left for Boissevain, she did not complain or appear to be in any worse health than what she had been having for the last few months, however her heart gave out and she passed away before her husband was able to get back to his home. Besides a husband, 2 children, (Daisy aged 3 years and Carl 10 months) are bereaved of a loving and devoted wife and mother, to whom the sympathy of this community is extended. Rev. McIntosh, Winnipeg, conducted the service and spoke corn - forting words from the text, "She shall be missed, her seat is empty," There li were many floral tributes, viz, wreath from her husband and parents ; a spray from J. H. and Mrs. Robertson, Mr. and Mrs. Bongfeldt, A. and Mrs. Taylor, E. and Mrs. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs, Carlson and family, Harry Wil- liams, Miss Jeesie Robertson, Also Whitewater Ladies' Aid and a wreath from Dr. and Mrs. Lee, Deloraine, The pallbearers were W. Oaldbick, A. Taylor, E. Wilson, R. Robertson, O. Oritcheson and J. Carlson, Those from a distance who attended the funeral were her two slaters, Mrs. Robert Shaw, Bluevale and Mrs, Robb, Nicholson, Belgrave, Ont. ; Mr. and Mrs. Bongfeldt, Sprague, Man. ; Ed, and Mrs. Grassick, Pilot Mound, Mau. Grey Some new drainage schemes are mooted, 1'owuship Council met last Monday at h, SeEtndelalong the news to Tau PosT by letter or 'phone. There will be League service in Un- ion Church, 11th Oon., next Sunday evening, commencing at 7.80 o'clock. Rev. E. G, and Mrs. Powell and Miss Blossom, Clinton, were visitors with Chester and Mrs. Armstrong. The ladies are sisters. Nota few farmers are drilling bar- ley in their Fall wheat crop on account of the poor appearance of the latter and will look for a good crop of mixed feed as a result. young Afruvmen inG re township ace violaing the law as it relates t the use of liquor and are given this hint so that they may let on it be- fore an example is made by the offl- cers of the law. A word to tha wise ehould be sulflcient. Friday of last week the clearing Auction Sale of Teasdale Whitfield, 13th Con., was held with F. S. Scott, as Anetioneer. Total receipts were about $0000. Everything was in fine shape and sold at good prices. Me. and Mrs, Whitfield will continue to make their home oh the farm, occupy- ing part of the fine home, while Angus and Mrs. Brown and family will live in the other part. The latter is a daughter. The Sunday School meeting in the school house of S. S. No, 8, will re- sume its regular sessions next Sunday afternoon, P.- A. McArthur is the Superintendent. Some time ago somebody visited the cellar at the hone of Jno, and Mrs. Jackson, and helped themselves to a goodly supply of preserved and canned fruit. Mr, Jackson would like them to kindly return the jars if they are through with them so that t.hep might be filled again for them, Stroh nerve should be encouraged because ib is seldom Been. The visitor was a thief lust the cams. ex-11eputy Reeve Jno. Brown hes leased his 100 acre farm, 10th Oon., for this year, to Wm. McInnis, of the same neighborhood, It is nearly all in graes and balance will be seeded down thio season. Mr, and Mrs, Brown intend going West on an ex- tended visit in the course of a few weeks, Tirs. Brown's mother, Mrs, Robert Tindall, is living out there and although 88 years of age is still quite emelt, It is over 80 yeare since the Tindall fancily removed from the Oth Con, of Grey, arsey Harris FARM IMPLEMENTS Binders, Mowers, Rakes Drills (all sizes), Bain Wagons Saw Outfits and Gasoline En- gines. , rSeveral good Second Hand Drills on hand for sale. John Long AGENT BRUSSELS Shop next Town Hall. There is a lively skirmish on this week among the farmers in rushing the long delayed Spring work. Misses Gertrude Speiran and Henri- etta Denman, who are attending Stratford Normal School, were among those who took highest honor stand- ing in the final religious examination held at Easter. Certificates were granted to the successful candidates. We extend congratulations, This week Hugh W. McKay sold his tidy 50 acre farm, Ei Lot 11, Con. 9, to John Steiss, who owns the ad- joining 50, for the sum of 83,000. This will give .the purchaser a first-class 'H property. "e gets immediate possess- ion. Mr. McKay will hold a clearing Auction Sale of Farm stock, imple- ments, &c., on Wednesday afternoon of next week. He and Miss McKay purpose going West next mouth, where members of their family reside. It is 8 years since Mr. McKay moved to this farm and about 29 years since he came .o the 9th Con., formerly owning the farm on which Jas. and Mrs. Moses live. MUNICIPAL STATISTICS.—The follow- ing information concerning the town- ship of Grey is supplied THE POST by Assessor McKinnon :—Total acres, 64885(x; acres cleared, 51618a ; acres woodland, 4810f ; acres slashland, 84611 ; value of land, $1,925,550 ; total land value, $2,796,050 ; business assess- ment, $7,000 ; income tax, $400 ; total taxable assessment, $2,803,450; total exemptions, $44,800 ; total assessment, $2,848,250 ; No. of persons between 5 and 21, 751 ; persons between 6 and 16, 68U ; total population, 2,601 ; No, of male persons between 21 to 60, 670 ; No. of births, 27 ; deaths, 17 ; doge, 887 ; bitches 12. Now DR. M000TOREON.—Another Stratford Normal School master has qualified for the degree of Doctor of Pedagogy. Word is to band that J. &I. McOutcheon, A. A., B. Paed., Tor- onto, now Secretary of the Work- men's Compensation Board, but form- erly English Master at the Normal School, Stratford, has been notified by the Dean of the Faculty of Educa- tion, Queeu's University, that the ex- aminers have reported favorably upon his thesis on "The welfare of the School. Child." Mr. McOutcheon has completed all theexamination require- ments for the degree of Dr, of Peda- gogy. Mr. McOutcheon's many friends in this locality extend congra- tulations. Dr. McOutcheon is a broth- er of J. McOutcheon of the 2nd Con. MRS. JNo. SHIELS DECEASED.—At 5 o'clock Wednesday morning, Jessie McNair, relict of the late John Shiers, passed to her reward at the advanced age of 84 years and 9 months. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 2.80 o'clock. Service at 2 and inter- ment in Cranbrook cemetery. De- ceased was born in Ayrshire, Scot- land and came to Canada in her young womanhood. She was married to John Shiels 60 years ago and resided continuously on the homestead, Lot 19, Oon. 14. Mr. Shiels is dead 9 years. The surviving children are :—Thomas, in Saskatchewan ; James, John, Robb. and plisses Jane and Annie, Grey township ; and Wm. in British Colum- bia. Mrs. Shiels had not been very well for the past 6 months, She was an industrious, kindly turned woman who was esteemed by a wide circle of friends, who sympathise with the bereaved in the departure of a loving mother. Ethel CAR of cement received. Persons requiring. any, phone or see S. S. Conn, Ethel, N, Hayden got the sad word that his son, Pte. John, was seriously wounded in Prance. Bd. Roland has received word that his son, Pte. Clifford, was in an Eng- lish hospital under treatment for an abscess. Hope he will soon be o. k. Joe Hutchinson is trying to relieve the travelling public by starting a liv- ery, He has two horses at present and ready to buy more if business re- quires theta, R, Cox has received official notice that his eon, Pte. Fred., arrived at Halifax on April 21st. Nothing defin- ite as to when he may get home. He ie medically unfit for service. C. Hansuld is the new contractor for mail route here. This is the 4th trans- fer in this term. It don't take a per - eon long to snake a fortune out of a Government contract nowadays. Rev. Mr, Powell, Clinton, gave a strong address on Sunday evening. By the work he is doing and by his interpretation of the Canada Temper, truce Act, it will surely make the way of the transgressor hard, Percy Stephenson, who has been working in Niagara for some time, le home at the present making m g propara• lions to go to Parry Sound to assist in Wm. Cole's sawmill It mutt be an- noying to work so close to the border and hear the American eagle scream in war time. Red Crass Celebration IN BRUSSELS Thursday, May 24th A well attended meeting of tbeciti- zens was held in the Public Library audience room Monday evening. The chair was occupied by W, H. Kerr and M. Black was chosen Secretary. After a short discussion it was decided to hold a rousing Celebration on Victor- ia Park, Brussels, on Thursday, May 24th, proceeds to be devoted to Red Ones purposes, Following officers were appointed : President—Reeve 5, T. Plum ; Secretary—Maloolm Black ; Treasurer—G. H. Sands. Committees were arranged as fol- lows, the first named being Convener : Musical—J. Fox, W. H. Kerr, F. H. Gilroy, P.R. Mulheron and D, O. Ross, Sports—G. N. McLaren, N. F. Gerry, R. Downing, B, S. Scott, P. Scott, J. T. Ross and W. A, Gr•ewar, Printing—S. T. Plum, M. Black and W. H. Kerr. Grounds—R. Leatherdale, W. Gil- lespie, J. Hewitt, A. McGuire, T. Wal- ker, A. Baeker and J. H. Galbraith. Decoration—Geo. Thomson, J. Fer- guson, A. Strachan, 3, T. Wood, J. Ballantyne, Dr, Hamilton, S, Carter, A. Hersey and H. L. Jackson, Special Attractions—Officers of Red Gross Circle, G. N. McLaren and W. F. Gerry. Each of these Committees is to meet and be able to report at a meeting in the Council Chamber next 14londay evening at the close of the Council session, so that bills may be leaned and full announcement made. Program in contemplation will be good, consisting of Athletic games, Physical Drill exercises, Cadet Drill, Base Ball, Foot Ball and Basket Ball, Booths for Refreshment and Novelty, Brass Band, &c., proceedings to con- clude with big Concert in the Town Hall in the evening at which the play, "The New Minister," is requested to be repeated. Admission to Victoria Park for af- ternoon, 25 cents, and as much more as people feel free to give. Children under 12 years, 15 cents. Last year our Celebration was held on Dominion Day but as Blyth is an- nouncing a day of sports for that date Brussels chose Victoria Day. In 1915 Labor Day was celebrated. The people of Brussels and locality are invited to cordially take hold of the work so as to make the Celebra- tion as great a success as in the past 2 years. Time is short but long enough if everybody hustles to have arrange- ments completed. Total proceeds will go to the Red Cross funds, a most worthy cause that shonid call out the friendly help of - everybody. If you have been assign- ed a place on a Committee buckle into it and fill your pant and make the day one long to be remembered. Mark down the date— Thursday, May 24th. It will be a public holiday and will therefore affordwhole famil- ies the privilege of participating. Watch out for the posters. Cranbrook On April 911 a former well known resident of this locality, in the person of Wm, Leckie, died in the hospital, Winnipeg, froma stroke of paralysis, in his 74th year. He was a son of the tate Wm. Leckie, of the ]2th Con, and a brother to Jno. Leckie, Brussels. 20 years ago he went West and spent the most of his time out there. He was not married. Interment was made at Winnipeg. The sad news was received by the parents of Pte. Walter Noble that be had made the greatest sacrifice pos- sible for a great cause when on Easter Sunday he gave up his life in France. He enlisted with the 161st Battalion and went overseas last Fall and with a draft thisria S to the trenches. P g His brother Harvey is also wearing the King's colors at the battle front. The sorrowing relatives are accorded widespread sympathy in the great loss sustained. Walter courageously did his duty and will long be remembered.- He was a son of Jas. and Mrs. Noble, of this locality, Perth County 21 students were ,successful at the school Easter examinations held under the farm labor regulations at Mitchell. During the severe windstorm on Friday night, April 20bh, a section of the roof of \Vii. Carbert's barn, Fu t- larton,,ovas blown off, and Thee, Mar- shall'eframe silo blown to pieces. A by-law will be submitted to the ratepayers of Mitchell in the course of a few weeks asking them to sup- port or oppose a proposition from the A. Burritt & Co. A fixed assessment of $3,000 and a site to cost approxi- mately $400 on which to build the new factory is a small enough inducement to retain a factory such as the A. Burritt & Co. A life of usefulness ended in the de- mise in Hamilton Friday evening of James O'Loane, tine veteran Police Magistrate of Stratford. For well over 2 score years he presided in the court, dispensing justice to many hundreds of people. Mr. O'Loane's life in Stratford spanned the develop` ment of the city from a small town to a goodly sized city and though his services to the community were of an unobtrusive nature, they Wee none the lees real, Ile was spend to a. ripe age and leaves a worthy heritage for his family. Mr. O'Loane's death re moats another of the little band of pioneers, who helped to develop the fine community of Stratford,