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Zurich Herald, 1915-08-13, Page 4tl>e sTER L. SMITH CE OOO A YEAR �o strictly in advitnce, lsiu TERMS. and contractadvertisements will be ion. ritotices such as legal, col porn tion, soviet is per line fot first tnuertirn and $ centsper eh subsequent insertir,n, Rtcps of entertainments, socials erg, at which an iss ion fee is charged ora special collection taken �tvtll be charged for at the regular advertising rates f7otieesofreligious or other meetings the object of which is the benefit of the community and not for per gnat or sectarian interest or gain, will be cheenully t`,serted free. Estray advs, $e for three. insertions. No paper discontinued until all arrearages are paid. Changes for contract advertisements must be in The dfece by 6 p. m.- Tuesday, otherwise they will be left ever until the toliowing week. Advertismentswithout specific directions will be inserted untitl torhid and charred accordingly. Trait, Vent advertisntenrs must be paid, for in advance. Address all communications to THE HERALD, Zurich, Ont. THURSDAY, MTG. 12, 1.915 to H ts+ .Us:j 4•N J1: • An ice cream party was held at tlre•� 'hose of Mr John Devine on Saturday evening; celebrating his 51st birthday. Mr and Mrs Ton Turnbull spent a few days visiting friends ab Past Williams. Miss OladysTlnrnbull spent Sun` day with Miss 33 Overholt. Miss Mabel Wilhelm of Milverton is spending a few weeks with her sister Mr's H Schade. HAY COUNCIL The members of Hay Council inet in the Town Hall. last Saturday. All members were present. The minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted, The following rates were struck and will be levied and collected for 1915 for the purposes mentioned. County rate 2 2-10 mills $5114.90. Provincial war tax . 1 1-100 mills $2407,00, Township rate 2rliiils, $4768.26. General School rate 2 mills, $4460.00, Dashwood Police Village 2 mills Zulil r' en�-*`.'d=YO mills School Section rates S. S. No 2 1875; No 10 $300; No 14 $ 400; U No 13, .$— No 8.$—; No 6 $850; No 7 $1600; t? No 9 $206.25; U No 16 $676; No 8 $800; No 4 $—•, No 12 $355; U No 1 $162; tT No 15 $222, 65 No 11 $350; Sep No 1 $-j 10; Sep No 11 .`$500; Sep No 11 Dabenture $5200- Besides these rates the several drainage, school and debenture by-law rates will also be levied.. The following accounts passed: Bell Telephone Co 53.86; Can Inde- pendent $105.99; H Lippbardt work, drain, $17.08; J J ',Verner, sheep killed 'by dogs, $4.66; D Ducharme sheep killed, $9,82; Casper Wolper, valnat- ,ag sheep, $1.50; 0 Oolosky, cutting weeds, $8.00; M Nesbitt. Inspector of P and P charities, $81,00; R Love, drain, $2: Sawyer and Massey, repairs $5; Canada Express Co $1,30; r T R freight, $3.29; Registrar registering by-law, $2,75; E Koehler work.$6; 0 Silber, grading $9.75; Herald printing $86.75; 0 Weber, cutting weeds, $2.- 25; F Corbett, work, $16.75; TuCker- stnith Telephone System, $7.20; F Mousseau, corn on 0 R $596.50; F style, gravel, $35.25; A Mousseau, mrayel> $44.00; C Fisher, " Jr drain. y;11.615; Y Eacrett. statute labor $8; P Mclsaac, work on telephone $56.50; A Zettel, making tile $40. Ir, Hess, Sr., C1gfii COUNTY NEWS Staffa has raised over $500 for the Red Cross and Patiotio Funds. Hugh McKay of the Albion Hotel, Bayfield, is seriously ill from a rupture of a blood vessel in his stomach. Dan Mclsaac, of Crediton, is having a new blacksmith shop erected. The inaatens are now busy at. the brick work, Alec Aitkins, of the Sterling Bank staff, of Bayfield, has left for London where he will take a course of training in the military school after which he intends enlisting. On July 80th at the home of Mrs • CORRESPONDENCE BEAVER MEADOW The heavy rainfall of the past week has damaged the crops considerable. W H Pfile and sisters motored to Blythe last Thursday returning on Friday.. Mrs Jacob Schatz and dalgnter of Badaxe, Mich, are visiting friends 'here. Miss Sarah' Beacom of Goderioh who - has been engaged as teacher for'. our school for the coining terns spent the week end at Ben Surerus. Mrs Joe Geseho spent a few days last week visiting friends at Baden. Rev Mr Gren zebaeh of Dashwood took oharge of the services, ..in .the Evangelical church last Sunday owing to the illness of the pastor Rey Mr Brown. Mr and IVlrs Angus Wray of London returned to 'their homelast Wednesday after spending a week at J Horner's, Mr Garnet. Jacobe spent last Sat- urday evening in our burg, Mr Wm Miller invited a number of young people to a flax pulling bee last Wednesday evening and, all report a good time. Miss Lillie Edigboffer spent Sunday under the parental roof, ST. JOSEPH H Htacbines, Varna, a quiet wedding wasperformed which united in marr- iage, Miss Ethel Johns, of Varna, and. Stanley Freeland, of Toronto. The little daughter of Mr and Mrs James Dearing, Stephen, had the bone of the index finger of the left hand badly crushed and the flesh lacerated a few days ago when she got it caught in the cogs of an emery wheel. William Clark passed away at -his home in Varna on July 80th aged 78 years and 2 months, after a long and lingering illness. The deceased had been a resident of Stanley town- ship for seventy-one years and experi- enced all the hardships and privations of pioneer life. His widow and seven grown-up children survive him. The interment took place in Bayfield cem- etery on Sunday, • William Armstrong, who was born in Stanley township sixty-five years ago but who for the past quarter of a century has resided in the United States, principally in Michigan, died at Bay City on July 80th. He is sur- vived by his wife, Who was a Miss Lang of Stanley, and their two childr- en. Four of the six pallbearers were brothers of the deceased, Mr John. Armstrong of Clinton and Messrs Robert, Wilson and George Armstrong of Stanley. S Moore, Bayfield's bee king is not looking for big things this season; in- deed, the circumstances considered, he will be contented with 20 pounds of lhQltey tp the colony, but even at that low yield his 220 colonies will give kiln 4400 pounds. That ought to do 1 Mr orad Mrs D Starling of Stla,lcee- and Montreal, quite £> few households and help 1191 -pewee, Mi: and Mrs D Both and Mr .. 'Nelson Sheere, who has spent the Chris Roth, of New Hamburg, 111r past few months in Galt has returned Mrs C Taylor of Detroit 'returned home on Monday la]t after spending a month with her parents, Mr and Mrs J Papineau. Mrssrs Philip and Simon Badour of Tilbury and Chatham respectively spent a few days at the home of Mr Joe Badour. Mrs Mary Masse and children ' of Drysdale spent a week with the forme- rs brother, Mr A L Screenan. The continuous wet weather of the past week has done considerable damage to the fall wheat and beans. It is repoted that whole fields of beans are practically ruined. Mrs R Baker of Toledo, Ohio, returned borne on , Tuesday after spending a few weeks with her brother: 11Ir J Papinean and other friends he e' Mr L Soreenan, our veteran fish,. erman, assisted Mr Dewie at Grand' Bend last week to pull the stakes of the pound nets, Mr .Screenan says that fishing is done at the Bend. I41r Ed Masse of Detroit, is spen ling a week at his borne here. Mrs Frank Jeffrey who has been seriously ill for the past week is slowly recovering. DASH WOOD The member's of the Y P A went Eo Crediton on Tuesday evening and assisted. in the evenings seivicos. Mr Geo Edigboffer has purchased a new Ford auto. Dr Balfour was in Chesley on Wed- nesday attending the funeral of his. cousin, Our bowlers took part in the tour- nament at Exeter this week, Jac Kellerman has received a ship- ment of Manitoba wheat, A number from here attended Gala Day at Grand Bend. HENSALL Dr. H. G. Malloy has purchased the residence of Mrs: 'W.'Miller on Well- ingtonstreet, Fred Bonthron of Chicago is visiting his parents here. Dr, S. T. Bean, who recently dis- posed of his practice here,'has decided to locate in London West. Mr. and Mrs. J. S, Wren of Toronto are visiting relatives and friends here. Mrs. A. Hemphill and Mrs: C. Cook and children are spending a few weeks at the Bend. , A. H, Jing and wife of Toronto are guests of Mr. and Mrs. T. Nee- lands. John Moore, of Moore Bros., was stricken with paralysis last Thursday. His recovery is hoped for. The other evening while Lloyd Hud- son was riding a bicycle down main street the wheel skidded and in try- ing to save himself the young lad fractureded a bone in his arm. Our council has decided to spend $200 in gravel and repairs on the streets. EXETER. Exeter citizens are considering the purchasing of a field gun for the Can- adian troops. Milo Snell has sold 38 Ford autos so far this summer. Last week he sold ears to Harvey Bros; J Dietrich, Stephen; Sarah Petty, Hensall and A, Paul, Kirktou. The Wrought Iron Range men who have been staying here for some weeks. They claim they sold nearly four cars of ranges while here. E Phillips has left for a month's yacation and will visit Toronto, ottawa MANY THOUSAND MEN REOCIIRED for the HARVEST IN WESTERN CANADA Thousands of Men will be required from Ontario to help in the work of harvesting the Western crop andprac tically the entire task of transporting this great army of Haryesters to the West will fall to the lot of the Canad- ian Pacific Railway. Excursions from points in Ontario to Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta will be run, and special trains operated making the trip in about thirty-six hours and avoiding any change of cars or transfers. "Going Trip West," $12.00 to Win- nipeg, "Return Trip East," $18;00 from Winnipeg. Consult C. P. R. Agents regarding particularsin connee'tion with tran- sportation west of Winnipeg. August 24th and 28th—From Toronto and stations West and North in the Province of Ontario, but not including Stations on line North of Toronto to Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. For full particulars regarding trans- portation West of Winnipeg, etc., sea nearest 0. P. R. Agent, or write M. G, Murphy, District. Passenger Agent, Toronto. Of 769 pupils who tried. the High School Examinations in Ontario 848 have been successful, "itottdb on hots" clears oat Rats Mice etc, Don't 1)ie in tits TTou=c+ 1.5c. and 25e. at Drug and Country *Acres. Ward oft` doctor's bilis, that is if honey is nearly as healthy an article of diet as is claimed by the apiary owners. Mr Moore has been engaged in the bee business for sixteen years.and haying given the little honey makers close study he knows their likes and dislikes almost as well as they do themselves. Speaking of the average yield per col- ony, Mr Moore has had 100 pounds and over but 60 or so has been a good average. SUBSTITUTE FOR SUGAR Rudy Roth, • of Haysville, and Mr' William Zurbrigg of Glengowan motored up and spent Sunday at Peach Grove Farm, They returned home on Monday forenoon, The crop report committee of the Ontario Beekeepers' Association met recently. Three hundred members reported from all parts of Ontario, showing an average of 55 pound per colony. There is about an average crop, and the quality is excellent. Selling shouldbebrisk at these prices as the market is clear of old honey, and the high price of sugar is causing householders to turn to honey as a substitute for canned fruit, consider- ing that it requires no preserving, but can be stored in a dry place regardless of temperature without even removing it from the tin, The prices recommended by the committee are as follows; No 1 light extracted, wholesale, 10c to 11 se per lb„ do., retail, 121c to 15c do.; No, 1 comb, wholesale, $2.00 to $2.75 per dozen; No 2 do., $1.50 to $2.00 do. These prices are f. o. b, in 60 11)., 10•X13 and 5-11)., the former being net weight with the tin thrown in, the two latter, being gross weight... An old resident of St. Joseph for: seventy years, who since last year had lived with her daughter, Mrs. John Gravelle, in Goderich, passed away on July 30 at the good old age of seventy- six years. The old lady was a native. of St Felix, Quebec, of French descent` raised a large family of thirteen, all of whom, are still living, and proved the best of mothers to them, was a devoted member of the Catholic church and to town. Thos Harvey has purchased a new Ford auto, Bev. H, W, Crewe, of Woodstock, preached in the main st: Methodist church last Sunday. The entertainment given in the Dome rink, Exeter, by the .Patriotic Society last Friday evening and re- peated on Saturday night was a big success, The proceeds amounted to over $800. George. Smith, of Virden, Man., a ;former resident of Exeter, passed away recently at the age of 60 years, died with the last rites of -the church. He left Exeter about 15 years ago, She bad been an invalid for the past Mrs. E. Heideman and son, William, three years but bore her trouble pat- aro visiting with relatives in Clinton isntly. She was taken to St. Joseph and Berlin. for burial and the funeral services on We have again a limited quantity, of Extracted 'Honey ready for sale. Choice Clover, 121 to 14 cents per pound; according to quantity. Pri neipally Clover but a shade darker, itat or good. 1 to 2 cenl;.r 1Q4a pAr pound; J.iaberer 4 Sons. Sunday were conducted by Rev Father. Rondot, of Drysdale. The pallbear- ers were six sons of the deceased. Her maiden name was Oourtois, and her husband was the late Simon Badour, who died six years ago. Her sons and daughters are follows: J. B. Badour, of Stratford; Charles A. Badour, of De- troit; William Badour of Parkhill; and Simon, Joseph, Peter and Edward, oil St. Joseph; Mrs, J. Ducharme, of De- troit; Mrs. John Gravelle, Mrs. N, Jer- mette, Mrs F Jeffrey and Mrs. J. Mero of Goderich; and Mrs. J. Corrivean, of St, Joseph. The funeral on :Sunday: was very largely attended, the deceased. being very well acquainted and very much. liked in the neighborhood in which she had lived for so long. PALII. FAIRS Zrtrich. .Sept 22.23. Exeter Sept 21.22' Sea£orth Sept 23-24 Toronto Aug 29 -Sept 18: London Sept 10.18 Brussels—. ... .......,October d Bsyfield ,,..°,....October 5-6 DRYSDALE �est�rn $cpt Fa 10th 18 h- ir tondo'1915$31 Ca�ti{acta C.0 _ in razes andAttractions Prizes ,increased this' year Two Speed Events Daily. by $3,000.00 Fir'ewOrks Every Night. Excellent Program of At_ New Steel Grandstand. tractions. TIRice Daily Midway Better Than Ever. Music by the Best Available Bands SINGLEFAIIE OVERALL RAILWAYS West of Toronto, and Fare and One -Third from outside points Prize Lists, Entry Forms and all information from the Secretary. W. J. REID, Presicent A. M. HUNT, Secretary What. About Your Vacation? If you intend taking a trip we can supply your wants in the line•of Travelling Goods. A carry a nice line of Trunk nit C oto. to choose from at reasonable prices, We also carry a9 full line of Harness, light and heavy, Dusters, Fly Nets, Etc. Light Work a Specialty R. F. STADE ' _ ZURICH CREAM WANTED. I have made arrangements with Silverwoods Dairy, London, to take eream at My Residence, Zurich, any time during the week. Crearn is teded when brought to my store and paid for on delivery. -Price paid this week Was 27 cents. per pound. L IIUDSON, ZURICH The farmers in .the neighborhood are taking advantage of the nice drying Weather these last few clays. Most of the wheat is now in. Mr Loon Bedard, our veterar onion grower, is about through pulling his crop. Mr Peter Corriveau has started to haul gravel for his new dwelling house. Mr and Mrs Edward.Mero were the guestssof Mr•irnd"Mrs Ed Denomy,'Jr.. on Sunday last.. Mr Joseph, Gelinas is putting a cem- ent"sidwalk around his house . and store, Mr Philip Bedard of Tilbury was a visitor at his brothers Leon on Tues- day. Mr Francis Bedard, formerly of Boavertown .., rliid a flying trip , to Goderi'c'h last week and purchasedthe dwelling house of Mr Frank .jeffrey, north of Drysdale. TILE! All sizes of first-class tile on hand BR1CK! For all uses purposes BEST QUALITY SECOND TO NONE Prices Right St. Joseph Brick Yards Louis Foster, Manger. Telephone No.. 3 on 85 Zurich Central, COAL! COAL! Deleware, Lackawanna, '& Western Coal Co's Scranton Coal All sizes ALF. SCRUTON Hensall. A reliable man to sell HARDY CANADIAN GROWN STOOK IN ZURICH and HURON County ;.Stert now at the hest selling tinge, d for list of Spring Offerings and terms to agents Liberal corn- , missions, Handsome Free Outfit: i Stone & 'Wellington The Fonthill Nuseries (Established 1887). TORONTO 3°'** i't*° 7�C*7 '*g'w***** **7i ?ct* * A Letter From Home 0 The weekly paper is just like a letter from home, to the absent ones. In fact, itis better than . a better, 'for, ,, it goes regularly every week. It gives thein all the hohne news and keeps them info. med of the progress and '°ii*elfare Of the home town. Wewl will send the Zurich Herald to any address to the -end of 1915 In Canada for 35 ° cents In U. S. A. for 60 cents 0 o r o ,€).040.444.0.***.