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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1882-03-10, Page 8- A ••, ! • cr,? 4 2 • THE HURON EXPOSITOR. ‘smosimeezeseemeamemenomminnw' of friends silk Oquadietances, who as- sembled to eXpinies their sympathy for the bereaved relatives. The funeral took place Monday, When a large con - Course assembled to pay the last tribute of respect to the dean. After the fun, eral the Rev. Mr. HOughepreached the funeral sermon in- the Methodist • Church in this village, his remarks being based on the words, "Let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like his." The speaker was listened to with intense interest. The deceased was a young man about 25 years of age and was highly respected. 'iron expooit cm. fr; !f DISTRICT MATTER -S. AULT & MCLEAN have just rEiCeiVed end opened out their spring stock of timothy, glover, field and garden seeds at their tea store. 744. .IIWIntiterEas wanting plows, cultiva- tors and scatters will do well to call and see the Bell plows &c., wig& we have on hand and which. must be sold as we are going out of thatline of iitiiitu388. Come and lice them. Warn= Bog. 744-1 Social, under the arm- pit:ea of the Ladies' Aid Society of the Canada Methodist Church, will be held at the residence of John Beattie Esq., on Wednesday evening the 15th inst. All are cordially invited. Admission taunts. 7444 WILSON & YOUNG have received 2 Grates tea sets, 2 orates toilet sets, 1 orate cups and saucers, 1 crate plates, and 2 crates sundries. These goods are all manufactured by the hest makers of stone and china in England, and bought for cash and imported direct, enabling sus town them cheaper than ever. Parties going to Dakota, Manitoba or the Northwest, will save 'stoney by buying from tis, as our priees are only about; one-third what they are there. Call and see stock and prices whether you buy or not. CHEAP TEA.—in a few days, when stock now bought arrives, we will offer some of the finest Teae ever brought into Canada, at prices lower than usually asked for very ordinary Teas. Our stook will be eomplete, but as our aim is to give our customers the best value for their 'money we have bought no trash for the purpose' of offer- ing 8 or 10 pounds foa 81, as we could have dome, but have bought nothing but Good, Fresh, Wholesome Tea. Call andExamine. One Ram - pie goods will be in Stook by Mondaysnext. WEL. RCM & YOUNG. 744. RF.FORM MEETING -.—A meeting of the Reformers of Seaforth. will be held at Bowden's Hotel this, Friday evening, at half -past Seven o'clock, for the purpose of appointing delegates to attend the Convention and the transaction of other business. It is hoped that as many as possible will make it a point to be present. PERSONAL.—Many of our readers will regret to learn of the serious illness of Mrs. Bishop, wife of A. Bishop, Esq., 11. P. P.; for South Huron. Mr. Bis- hop was summoned home from Toron- to on Thursday of last week, and was required to remain from his Parlianien- tary duties until Tuesday last, when, Mrs. Bishop being somewhat better, he returned to Toronto again. We hope behest of her speedy and complete re - .every. • SOCIAL.—The social. given by Mrs. R. L. Sharp, under the auspices of the La- dies' Aid Society of St. Thomas church, on Monday evening last, was well at- tended, and was very successful. A most sumptuous supper was provided, and all present were accorded the free- dom of the house. The evening was pleasantly spent with nein& and social converse, and all seemed to enjoy thezn- selves to the fullest extent. As a kostess Mrs. Sharp has few equals, and en the .present occasion she Was not - lacking en any respect. A liberal sum Was realized for the benefit of the church fund. THE LACROSSE CLUB.—The Beaver Lacrosse Club of this town was reor- ganized for the coming season's cam- paign on Friday evening last by the appointment of the following officers : W. 0. Reid, Honorary President; W. Blackwell, President; D. A. Mc- Donald, Vice -President ; L. Deithriok, Captain; J. Smith, Field Captain; J. 7. Dancen, Secretary; H. L. Howard, C. Nopper, D. Smith, E. Brownell and W. Dawson, Managing Committee. The club has selected an excellent staff of officers, and we have every confidence that during the coming season they will give as good an account of theta - 'helves as they have done in any past season, anct add largely to the many laurels they have already won in the lield. THE HERD LADDIE.—Mr. Wyllie, the champion of the world checker player - arrived in town on Monday last. He eame here on the invitation of the Sea - north Chess and Checker Club, who have endured the hall over Kidd's store, next to thei Mechanics' Institute rooms, where playing has been kept up every afternoon andevening since the cham- pion arrived. Up to Thursday morning Mr. Wyllie played 46 games, 6 of which Were draws. The following are the names of the pereone who made draw games, and the number of games played by each :—Dr. Coleman made one draw in three genies; Mr. Roache, Clinton, one drew in three games; Mr. Fisher, Clinton, one in three; Wm. Campbell, Clinton, two in nine; Mr. Jackson, Eg- moiadville, one in seven. Mr. Wyllie will remain in town until Tuesday morning, and any who may wish to Bee him or to have a trial of his skill can have an opportunity of doing so by call- ing in at the hall above -named. The old. gentleman looks remarkably well, and is very little clanged in appearance trona what he was on the oocasion of his last visit here some years_ ago. He is thoroughly master of the 'game, and it is ahnost iropossiale to beat him un- less he likes to give a game , once in a while, just to encourage his opponent. But he don't often do that. A draw is about as fer as he ever goes in this di- rection. • LoCAL BRIEFS. — Mr. Thomas W. Duncau arrived -home from the old country ou Tuesay last, tooniug 'wee the worse • for his Atlantic voyage.---t- Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Akin left for their home in Emersen on Monday last. They were accompanied by Miss Rob- ertson and Mr. J. C. Hoffman.—The roads in many faeces in the eounty are now almost irapassable. During the recent soft weather they were cut deep, and now they are frozen hard. It is almost as much as a person's life is worth to venture upoo them in a Ye - hicle.—The Skating carnival which Was to have takeu place on the Seaforth rink on Tuesday evening, was pc -St poned until this (Friday) evenitig.—We are glad to learn that Mr. R. L Sharp bas disposed of all the horses he took out to Winnipeg at, a good profit, not- withatanding the fact that the market was well crowd -l. Mr. Sharp is now ou his road home.—It is reported that Mr. Win. M. Gree has sold the Mani oba, property he perchased a short irae ago from Mr. Id. 0. Cam en ai, 6,Waring thirte thoudtud &eters tu the transaction. We hope the report is well founded, as uone are better de- serving of such a streak of good luck than our eateemed townsra Alex. Davidson and his family leave here for Emerson about the 15th of the present month, at which time Mr. ! Idawkshaw, the new proprietor, takes pOFS 988i011.—A member of the friends . of Mr. Henry Town intend entertaining him ata complimentary supper at Car- roll's Hotel this (Friday) evening. Mr. Town leaves for Manitoba in a few days, and his friends here show him this mark of their esteem- prior to his departure.—Mr. Samuel Hannah, of Oil City, Penn., is in town just now. Mr. Hannah was in Manitoba during the summer, and. left the Birtle dis- trict in December lest. --The handsome watch recently presented to Mt. John Watt, of Hullett, by bis friends and neigbbors, was purchased from Mr. C. L. Papst, of this town.—Mr. John P. Gibson has leased his dairy and dis- posed of his milk business to Mr. Wm. Bissell, from the Ottawa district. Mr. ibson intends going to the Northwest on a prospecting tour.—Johnson's ex- tensive auction sale of real estate in this towntakes place on Saturday, and if there are any who wish to purchase eomfortable residences, they will then have m good opportunity of doing tio. —Mr. Geo. Cline, of Hamilton, was in town yesterday. He looks as of yore. • THE LATE Mn. HARTLEY.—Not a few of our readers will be pained to learn of the death of Mr, James Hartley, school teacher in Section No. 4, nicKillop, which took place at his residence on Thursday morning last. A few weeks ago Mr. Hartley underwent an oper- ation for the removal of a tumor. Tile operation was successfully performed, and the very best hopes for his speedy recovery were entertained, both by his friends and medical attendauts, and for some days he was, able to leave his roorn. The disease, however, was not so easil.ystayed, and had a, deeper root in the system than was at first suppos- ed. It commenced to grow again and spread so rapidly that in a few weeks it had assunaed such proportions that the medical men gave up all hope of Having his life. The poison had penetrated the whole systera, and no human aid could stay the hand of death. Mr. Hartley - was just 31 years of age, having not yet attained to the prime of life. He had been a teacher of No. 4 school for many years, and was not only beloven by his pupils but was respected and esteemed by the entire people. He was a most exemplary man, and his influence was a3ways for geed., and bad. his life been spared his excellent abilities, genial and kindly manner, and, above all, his high Bens of honor and imod character wou d have made him a leader among his allows. He was married a few year ago to the youngest daughter of the ev. Mr. Musgrove, and he leaves a yo ng widow a.nd two small children ,to nourn his irreparable loss. The funeeal takes place to -day, (Friday,) at 2 o'dlock. He will be interred in the Maitland cemetery. , • ! Hullett. 1 GOOD Hoesss.—Mr. Hugh Bell, of Hullett, sold to an American buyer last week, a span of three-year-old "Bank of England" colts, for the sum of $425. They were a span of blacks, well match- ed, end as fine a team as aver went out of Hullett, which is saying a good deal. They were both raised by Mr. Bell. Falter RENTED. —Mr. A. Walker has rented his farm on the 2nd concession of Hullett to Mr. Wm. H. Penhale, of Steptien, for five years, for $300 per an- num, in advance. The farm contains 1-004cres. Mr. Walker has purchased a large Berra in Iowa and intends re- _movirtg thither ationce. &ONE or PROSPERITY AT N. T Adams, lot 12, concession 7, Hul- lett, has now the material laid down on his foam for the erection of a new stable, 32x7n feet. Mr. Wm. Riley is the con- tractor, and when finished it will be one of tbe finest in the township. Mr. Adams has also a two-year-old filly for which he refused to take $225 the other day. I A SURPRISE.—The Rev. Mr. too - head, of Lendesboro and Hullett Pres- byterian congregations, was agreeably surprised a short time ago by finding all the bine, barrels, dec., that were about his .stable • filled with oats. and the ruthless envaders were not even satis- fied with loading these, but they also made a large heap on the driving shed floor'. This kind donation was made by the mero.tiers of Mr. Lochead's Hallett congregation, and their generous aot is no doubt appreciated by their esteemed end worthy pastor.. A small contribu- i thin from many makes a targe contd. baleen when all put together. It Was 80 -in this case, and Mr.. Loc - head's faithful steed will not want • for oats or a good many menthe to come, at any rate. , HONOR. TO DEPARTING FRIENDEL—Mr. John Watt, Sr., who has been a resi- dent of Hullett, near Elarlock, for 20 years or over, left with his family for Dakota on Monday last. On the Friday evening previously a huge num- ber of his old friends., and neighbors Met at his residence and presented him with a handsome and valuable silver huu ing case wretch accompanied 'net an a.ldress, as a token of their esteem for um and as a souvenir by which he ulig14t remember his Hallett friends and neighbors when prospering on the far off plains of Dakota. From the ad- dreee we quote the following sentence: "Yoti have been known among us for , something over tweuty years, aud dur- 1 iug11 those years we have found you i" 1 to b a good, hard working, honest and 1 upri ht men, always williug to lend a i‘ helomg•hand to your neighbors." A betten recommendation than this, com- ing, ns it does, from those who knew him •best, no marl could desire. Mr. WetC made a most feeling reply, ex- preseive of his gratitude to his neigh- bors dot ouly for their present gift and expreseions of good feeling towards hianntf and family, but also for the nuiform kiminess he had received from them deriug his residi•nce in Hullett. ; If nis future lot sliouln be cast among —as fine a class of people, be would be more than satisfied. On the Mcdaday following the ladies of the neighborhood also presenten. Mrs. Watt with a valu able, hunting case watch. Mr. Watt and his eetiniable wife will be mucli missed from Hullett, but all will join ilu the hope that what ha this re- spect is undoubtedly Hullett's loss will be their gale. :______ , _Blyth. UNWISE Er...oNomY.—At the close of laet .t ear Um truetees of Blyth Public School tcok a wonderfully eoonomicel fit, and deeided to out down the salaries of their teachers. The principal, Mr. Heuderson, who had served faithfully , arid well for years, declined to accept of . the reduced salary. T.he trustees cordingly engaged a young man for con- 1 siderably less than Mr. Henderson had ' been receiving, and flattered them- selves that they were doing a big stroke of business. The neif teacher Was un- able to control the school, and the trus- tees had to let him go and have had to come back to Mr. Henderson again and ask him to accept his old positionat bis former salary. This Mr. Hender- son has done, and from this out school matters will go on all right. The Blyth, as well as other trustees should learn from this that cheap labor is not always the cheapest in the end. Grey. LOCALITIES. -1 number of our farm- ers were having a twist at the plow during the mild days of last week.—The fall wheat in this vicinity notwithstand- ing the open winter, looks quite . fresh, and we hear of no cases of it being in- jured so far.—A meeting will be he d in Eggar's Hall, Cranbrook, on Tue day evening, March 14th, for the purpo e of organizing a Young Men's Reform lob in the township of Grey. A number of speakers from a distance are expo ted. All interested are requested to atte d. Brussels. GRAND TRUNK RAILWAY Ticket 0 ce, vl Brussels. Tiokets for all points East and est. Oall before purchasing elsewhere. C. R. COOPER, Company's Agent. 742 MONEY TO Lo.—Parties° wishin to borrow money sisonld bear in mind the money larket is firmer than it has been for some time, and interest will be going up. At present I have. a large sum of pTivate money to loan at 6 per - cent., with privilege to repay at end of every year. Apply at onee to C. R. COOPER, Bruseels P. 0 MARKETS.—Fall wheat $1 17 to $1 18, spring $1 15 to $1 26, peas 68o to ,720 oats 35c to 36o, barley 65o to Om hay $10 to $12, hides $6 50 to r, butter 150 to 17o, eggs 16c, salt per barrel—retail • 85c, per ton $2 50, eef $6 to $6 50. LOCALITIES.—C. F. Vanstone end Peter Thohason returned from Mani- toba on Monday last. Mr. Vanstone goes back to Winnipeg do Monday next. Blashill, butcher, has removed his shop from the Market House te B. Gerry's old stand—Mr. Wm. Arm- strong has been very ill for the past week.—Messrs. J. Leckie, George Good and Geo. Davidson left for the promised land on Wednesday leen—D. McCormick, shoemaker, has re -opened his shoe shop in Skelton's Blook.—Mr. ' James Kelly has purchased the Nerth half -of lot one, concession 12, Grey,ifor. $1,500.—The cattle fair laet Thursday was fairly attended. The roads Were in a very bad. state. There were fifty head of etc* and a good -many buyers. Stook was all sold at good prices.— At a meeting of the Reform Associa- tion of Brussels, held on Tuesday last, the following'delegates were appointed to attend the meeting at Seaforth on Saturday: Messrs.• E. E. Wade, J: Shaw, J. R. Smith and R. Laidlaw. MELANCHOLY SUICIDE.— Mr. George ,Fitzackerly, a well to do farmer in the township of Grey, a mile south of Brus- sels, left his home on Wednesday morn- ing of last week, and it was supposed by his father that he heed gone to Seaforth. On Sunday last two ohilnren were in the woods on the adjoining farm, and discovered his body under a tree. His throat was out, and the razor was in his head. He had taken his coat off and rolled his collar dOwn, and had evidently laid down on a knoll with his head. down the incline. He had of late been of °every melancholy disposition, but nothing to cause alerm. He had worked for Mr. John Thompson, of the MoKillop sawmill, for over 17 years, and a more honest, industrious and honorable man could not be found. He left eln Thompson's employ less than a year ago and came to live on,his farm in. Grey. His father was living on the farm with him, and it is supposed that some unpleasentness between father and son prompted the rash act. He was an uumarried man. • Auburn. Gaen HORSE SOLD ,—Mr. Henry Beadle, of the village of Manchester, has sold his entire colt "Honest Tom," to Messrs. Dow & Colgaboan, of Hib- bert, for the sum of $1,500. "Honest TOM" was imported last September. He is eighteen months old, and weigh- ed, when delivered, 1,570 pounds, and' is an animal of very superior 'bone and action. This speaks well for Mr. Bea: dle's kloCeSS as an importer. Gorrie. FIRM BOUGHT. — Mr. John Spain lately, purchased the farm 1 amerly owned by the late Dr. McMichael, THE EPIDEMIC.—The Manitoba fever still continues, It carried off two ham 118tviok during lain week. Mr. Nash, Mr. Hayden and many others have symptoms- of it. LEFT.—Mr. David Paisley, a, Mine, maker who has been in the empley of Mr. Agnew fur a number of years, moved to Teeswater lest week. During his stay in Gorrie, his genial diSposi- boa and affa le manner wou for him the esteem o s. large number who are sorry that 4ircuwstiances render his departure necessary. It is his inten- tion to go to Manitoba at an early date and to leave his family in Teesevater uutil lie procures a suitable home for them in the great ebooro." cou eery. ANoTHER 'EPIDEMIC. — Almost as disatitroue in its effects as the Mani toba fever, is the matrimonial fever -which prevails, I was going to say, -to an alarming extent, in the vicinity of Gorrie About two weeks ago a highly respected youug lady in the north end of our village fell a victim to it, and the Hume day another lady from the country shared a similar fate. 'Not couteut with its raveges in the north end of the village, it has spread to the south, and leas attacked a young lady of prepossessing appearance, and, judg- ing from present iedicatiou.s, the disease Will mein reach itaculnaimeting point. FATAL ACCLDENT.—J11 Donley, SOU qf Mr. John Donley, a farmer living a short distance south of Gorrie, went to auitolte about two years• ago, and became employed in the yard of the Canada Pacific Railway in Winnipeg, Where he was engaged on the 17th February, when the accident which caused his death occurred. He at- tempted to step on to a passing engine, slipped and fell so that the wheel pasSi-d over his toes and sr:dashed them so ba.dly that amputation was neces- sary. At first it was thought he would soon recover, but his injuries proved to be of a serious character, 'and after ten days' illness, 'death put an end to his sufferings. His remains were brought to Gerrie by his brother James on Sat- urday night. On his arrival at the rossing he was met by a large number MARCH 10, 1882. Stanley. A GOOD FIGURE.—Mr. James Laut, of the 2nd concession of Stanley , , this week sold a Canadian bred draught mare for the sum of 025. - A GOOD SALE.—Mr. E. Boseenberry, of Zurich, conducted almost successful sale for Mr. Joseph Foster., of the 12th concession of Stanley, near Berne, last week. Cows brought 50 and upwards each, and yearling calves from $30 to S50. A yearling colt was sold for $53, ann.other animals and articles propor- tionately high. Mr. Bossenberry is a first-class auctioneer and always takes every cent out of an animal and ar- ticle that is in it. Mr. Foster, with his family, are removing to Michigan, where they intend engaging in farm- ing on a more extensive soale than they eau do here. He was a kin, obliging neighbor and a, good citizen, and ell his old friends are very sorry at his removal from Stanley. Courion, DOINGS. —The Council met pursuant to notice. All the members present. The Reeve in the chair. Minutes of previous meeting read and signed. Moved by John McKinley, seconded by Peter Douglas, that this Council grant the sum of ten dollars to Jane McDonald, an indigent person— Carried. Moved by George Castle, seconded by John Torrance, that the Reeve give an order to James Gallagher for three dollars, for keeping Thomas 'Kay, an indigent person — Carried.. Moved by Peter Douglas, seconded by John McKinley, that the Reeve give an 'order to Wm. Kann for the sum of - two dollars, for time spent in putting out fires at the crossing in the big marsh on the south bouudary — Carried. ,Moved by George °male, seconded by Joian McKinley, that the Clerk get efifty copies of the t auditors' report printed and distriblited Carried. Moved by John Torraoce, seconded by John McKinley, that John Reidn ac- count of $1.50 for repairing culvert on the end of Babylon line be paid—Car- ried. Moved by John McKinley, sec- onded by George Castle, that Frank Goodwin be allowed four dollars, that being one-half his bill of damages done to his crop by hauling gravel from his gravel pit—Carried. Moved by George _Castle, seconded by Peter Douglas, that the Reeve give an order to R. Marks for $3.12 for pants for Thos. Kay, an indi- gent person—Carried. The Treasurer's bond was laid on thin: table, and being satisfactory was accented. The patli and feucevie wers Moved by Geo. John Torrance, neasters,poundkeepers were then appointed. Castle, seconded by that this Council do now aeljouru to Meet again on the fiilet Seturday in April next at one o'clock p. m.—Car-, ried. [The Following Items were Crowded Out Last Week . A GOOD HORSE.—Mr. John Hagan, near Stanley, has a very superior entire colt coming three years old. He was sired by McGregor's "nterlingshire Champion," and is one of the best of the many fine colts that this animal left behind him. This colt is a bright bay. AR Mr. Hargan does notintend to travel him, he would be glad to dis- pose of him on reasonable terms. HONoR TO WHOit HONOR IS DUE.— Mr. Editor,—I noticed in the Huron Notes a few weeks ago a statement to the effect that a very large price had beerdniffered ma for a two year old filly. This was a mistake. The filly iii ques- tion belongs to Mr. James Forest, who• is the Most likely one to have each an animal. I make - this correction in justice to Mr. FOrest.JABIES. LOGA.N. OYS/fER SUPPER.—Mr. E. Westlake, of the Bauble Line, Stanley, treated his friends and neighbors to an oyster sap- per on the 9th alt., at his new place of reeidence. At an early hour guests ar- rived from all directions and made a close inspection of the new mansion, which is bailt of white brick, with a large kitch- en adjoining, and was prow:mimed by all to be, for convenience, second to none in the toweehip.and showing great skill in the architectural design. Much credit was also given to the mechanics who executed the work. The inspec- tion over, the guests were iuvited to a large room where dancing was com- menced,- and was kept up until the jolly company were invited by mine host and hostess to au adjoin- ing room, where a table stood groauing with the delicacies of,the sewn, pre- pared by the estimable lady of the house. The kindness -and hospitality, for which themame has long been noted displayed on this occasion, was the catnie Of universal remark and praise. Thecysters were superb, and it is need- less to say that they were relished by all, while the other eatables were fully in accord, both as regards quality and variety. Numerous presents were al SO made by the .guests to the host and hostess, which showed•plainly the very -high esteem in whieh Mr. and Mrs. Westlake are held by all. After sup- per dancing was resu me 1 with lanisic and song and kept up till a late hoar, when all broke up by wishing Mr. Westlake arid partner long life, success and pros- perity in their new home.—Com. Tucker smith. A GC013 SILLE.—Mr. LP. Brine had ' a most successful auction Bale on the Wild farm- last week. Notwithstanding the bad roads there was an unusually large crowd present, and things went off lively, while the genial auctioneer, with his ready wit .and winning ways, never permitted the interest to flag for a single minute until the last article was disposed of. The "sale realized the handsome sum of $1,300. Cows aver- aged $45 each; young stock coming two averaged $28 each, and calves from $13 to $16 per head. Mr. Brine also had a very successful sale on the farm of Mr. eter Aikenheade on the London Road, dn Tuesday last: At this sale cows aveaaged 150 earth, and calves from $15 to $20 each. A GOOD PIG.—The following. is the pedigree of the very fine Suffolk sow recently purchased, by Mr. George Plewes, of this township from Messrs. A. Frank & Sons, of the Grange 'arm, County of Peel. It will be seen by it that she is from imported stook on both sides. She was pigged on the 3rd of March, 1881. Her sire was Swell, 2nd, he was bred by Lord Ellesmere, Wors- ley, Manchester, England. Her dam was Linnet, by Royal Prince. Royal Prince was bred by Peter Eden„ Man- chester, England. Grand dam "Mag- gie," winner of the • silver medal and diploma at the Centennial Exhibition, Philadelphia, in 1876, and also winner ()Met prize at -the Provincial Exhibi- tion at London, in 1877, and several other•first prizes given in Ontario. We are sorry to learn that Mr. Plewein fine sow hale been somewhat unfortunate with her -first litter of 'pigs. Out of a large family which she had a few weeks ago only three are now living, the re- mainder having died from that disease known as the black tooth, frequently prevalent among young porkers. COUNCIL MEETING.—The Council met on the 28th ult., at Egmondville. All the members present. The Auditors report was examined, when it was moved by Mr. Sproat, seconded 10, Mr; Elgie, that the auditors report be nnally allowed, and that the clerk OA 100 copies of the detailed statement ptinted in pamphlet form for distribution in the township.—Carried. Moved. by Mt. Mundell, seconded by Mr. Hannah, that John Thorpe be pathmaster in :place of C. Routledge, and Peter Cowan ini place of D. Clark.—Carried. Moved by Mr. Hannah, seconded by Mr. Elgie, that the offer of Kyle & Mustard to furnish rock elm plank, in such quantities as the council may require, at the rate of $10 per thousand at the mill, or $11 per thousand delivered within six miles of the mill, be accepted.—Carried. Mov- ed by Mr. Mundell, seconded by Mr. Elgie, that this council memorialize the Legislature not to pass the Bill intro- duced- by Mr. Graham, requiring barb wire fences where they form the line fence between neighbors, to have a scantling, board, or pole on the aim of the fence, and that the Reeve andiclerk give effect to the above motion. ----Car- ried. Mrs. McNamara was allowed $5. charity, and the council then adjourned to meet again at Kyle's hotel, on Tues- day the nnd a May, at the hbur of 10 o'clock a. m. 41, Brucefield. FOR THE WEST.—Mr. John Laut, an old and esteemed resident of this sec- tion, has removed bin family to Clinton, where they will reside during the com- ing summer. Mr. Laut st irted for Win- aipeg on Wednesday last. He intends taking a hand iu the boom and we hope he will be successful. SABBATH OBSERVANCE. —The ASSOCi- ation established here a short time ago for the promotion of Sabbath observ- ance have adopted the following peti- tiou, aud will ciroulate a large number of copies over the eutire Province for the purpose of procuring signatures. These petitions will, no doubt, be uni- versally eigned, and cannot fail to have Very great influence in securing such legisletion as will effectually stamp out the grievance complained of. The peti- tion is addressed to "The Commons of Canada in Parliament Assembled," and reads as follows :—That your petitibners believe that the Creator of Heaven and earth, the Governor and Judge • of the world, has blessed and hallowed' the the Sabbath day, and has commanded. all men to whom His word comes, to keep a holy rest from all secular em- ployments on that day. That the run- ning of railway trains, on the 'Lord's. day, in various parts of the Dominion, is viewed by your petitioners • as a ;pub- lic grievance and wrong -doing, of Which they cannot too strongly complain, see- ing it is depriving the men who work the trains of their Sabbath, and is de- stroying their moral arid religions na- ture, disquieting the Sabbath rest all along the lines, showing to the general public a continuous example of daring Sabbath profanation, and finally eipos- ing the country, which permits it, to the judgment of Him who claims, the day as His own. That we are iuform- ed that the law, as it now stands, pro- vides -no adequate protection to the Lord's day, as against the running of trains. Moreover, that the penalties provided by the Railway Act againitt all who may iu any way interfere with the running of trains are deterring raagis- trates from acting in the matter, when appealed to. May it therefore please your Honorable House to adopt such measures as you may deem fit and adequate to put air end to this public grievance and wrong -doing, and secure to our laud the quiet enjoyment of an institution blessed and hallowed by the Most High, and ordained by Elim to be --both a main fountain and safeguard of morality, order, and , national proeper- ity. And your petitioners will, ever pray. Cranbrook. RUNNING AGAIN.—E. GRITOW'S saw mill, which was standing idle for two or three weeks, while being repaired, is again in running order. • GOING WEST.—John Slerurnort, jr., left this place for tbe Northwest last week. John Cameron, jr., and Geo. Hun- ter expect to leave to morrow. Switzer Armstrong and wife left Ethel on Mon- day last, For Daketta Thus the go, one by one and two by two, &c. ' EGGS.—Egga are coming in to the storekeepers in abundance, and good prices are paid for them. An egg gatherer warm so loaded. down with eggs, in this village last week that the horses fOund it difficult to navigate thro-agh 'the 71dO 0NGREGATIONAL MEETING.—At the annual meeting of the congregation of Knox church, recently held, the Trea- surer's report showed that daring the year the congregation contributed as follows :—For minister's stipend and other purposes, 8433.23; for schemes of the church, e56.50. The manse huild- ing committee also collected the sum of $458.72. This includes the proceeds of a tea -meeting recently held, making a total income for the year of $948.45. It is pleasing to be able to state that. the debt which was on the manse is com- pletely wiped off, and that the congre• gatioh is now free from debt. The con- gregation is in a prosperous condition, therefore still larger and more liberal contributions may be confidently an- tteipated. TEA. MeETneo.—The tea meeting held in the Presbyterian Church, in Gran - brook, on Thursday evening of last week, was a very suceessful one in every respect. As the evening was bright and the sleighing good, the church was filled to its utmost capacity by an atten- tive and appreciative audience. 'After partaking of an excellent repast, to which your correspondent did ample justice, the meeting was called to order by Rev. Mr. MoOrae, pastor, who filled the chair in his usual happy manner. The opening piece, "Safely Through Another Year, was sung by the Brus- sels choir, whose presence added greatly to the interest of the meeting. Rev. Mr. Johnsom of Molesworth, then adh dressed the meeting, takingtfor his sub- ject, "The Avenues of Lite," which he discussed in a manner interesting and instructive to all. The choir then sang the "Old Minter Anthem," after which Rev. Mr. Stillwell, Primitive Methodist minister, of Cranbrook, followed with a neat address on "The Will," after con- gratulating Rev. 1r. McCrae on his happy choice of 1ime for the entertain- ment. The ohoirl followed with a song, "The Rose of Sharon." Rev. Mr. Jones, of Brussels, then gave a very powerful address on the subject "Giving," in which he extorted Christians to be more open handed. After another piece of music • by the choir, entitled "The Evening Hymn," 1 Rev. Mr. Ross, of Brussels, delivered a masterly address on the subject -"Christian Fellowship and Sociability," in which he drew a contrast in this respect between Chris- tian and secular !Oodles, and. dwelt at length upon his various headings, and remarked that when Christians know one another on earth it will be time enough to ask shall we know each other in Heaven. The choir then sang, "Oh, Lovely -1Toioes of the Sky." At the conclusion Rev. Mr. McCrae made the gratifying announcement that the proceeds amounted to about $108. Votes of thanks were tendered to the singers and speakers, after which the meeting was closed. The whole was a feast from beginning to end, and when Cranbrook gives another tea meeting May your correspondent be there. 1101ETWOrth. NEARLY A FIRE. i --At an early hour on Tuesday morninglof last week, one of the chimneys on Mr. Leughead's house took fire. Quite a large hole was burnt in the roof before the fire could be put out. PERSONALS.—Mi Elara,h Loughead, who has been ver ill for more than five weeks, with rheuniatic fever, is getting better slowly.—Mr. James Wright, shoemaker of this place, talks about go- ing to Ethel to ea ry on his business. He is a good wor man, and has been here for .over sik years.—Mr. Peter Mitchell has sold bis bla,cksmith shop in this place. He goes to Manitoba. Zurich. SUGAR MAIIING.--LSOIC8 Of the farmers itt around here have egun sugar making. The work has bee much interrupted by unfavorable weather. Mr. J. B. Geiger, of the Bronson Line, has made about 150 pounds. EXTENDING.—Mr.` Faust has this week gone into tailoring, having secur- ed the services of a good cutter. We understand he else intends opening out a millinery and dress -making depart- ment. WILD CAP.—Sone. weeks ago Mr. Abraham Geiger sacceeded in trapping a large wild cat which was purchased by Mr. Faust, whol has had it stuffed. It is now on exhibition in Mr. Faust's show -case, and, is ciertainly a fierce and powerfal looking creature. _ BUSINESS CHANIGE. -.--- The Schnell Bros., who have been running a large wagon shop, have sold out to Mr. Henry Racey,who has beenemployed for some time in Hess & Haberer's well known carriage shop. Mr. Ra,cey intends starting busioess for himself. NEW PAPER.—This village is the happy possessor of e publication called the Zurich Advocate. It made its first appearance by Monday night's mail. It is a, twenty column sheet, and is under the management of Mr. H. M. Cowen, of Exeter. It is iseued fort- nightly from the Reflector office at Exeter. THE EXODUS.—A great number from this locality start shortly for the West, and it is note worthy that, with scarce in exception, they settle in Dakota. 'The credit of this is due to the land regulations which came into force after the defeat of the Mackenzie government. A settlement was at that time formed in Dakota of those who left here and near- ly all who have sines gone have taken uplaud along side of their friends. He sail. LOCALITIES.—Mr. Hernia, of Aylmer, formerly a resident of this place, is here visiting his friends,—Mr. David Dick, of Manitoba, for Many years a farmer in this neighborhood, is in this part again purchasing tock to take out to the far West.—A large number left this station on ednesday afternoon per special train f r,Manitoba and Da- kota. Among the aumber who left we learned of the-noll wing-, all of whom reside near hlk: John Wilson, Wna, Sturgeon, Peter Munn, Robert Munn, Thomas Muuna0, li;ver Petty, John W. Johnston and, Wth. O'Brien.—Mr. R. Gbble, of AM-ber14, Who was here for some time iu the employ of Mr. Urqu- hart, of the Heiman Flouring Mill, paid his friends on Wednesday a flying visit. He looked hale and hearty.—Shipping ie going on lively at the station this month. The Manitoba fever is money in the pockets of the railway companies. —Our enterprising' harness maker, Mr. J. C. Klauson, is .lept working almost day and night, so rapidly are his orders for sets of harness doming in. It is new haruess for the WeSt every time.—Mr. T. Murdock, live* keeper, purposes i shorely moving his stables oia to the lot .4 adjoining W.Smallecombs tailor shop on Wellington street. We also understand that he intends blinding a large addi- tion thereto. We are pleased to learn that Mr. Murdock's business requires more ancorcinaodatioia, and we wish him success. [The following aborild have appeared last week, bot was unavoidably crowded out The third lecture iii aid of the Bible Christian organ fund was delivered here on Tuesday evening of laet week, by the Rev. p. Woodger, of London, the sub- ject of his lecture being, "Bernard Palistat, the Potter." The lecture throughout was a very interesting and instructive one, being descriptive of the trials, failures, and ultimate success of tbe potter. The lecturer dwelt large- ly upon the Christian character of , Palissy, together with the zeal, energy and determination displayed throughout his whole life an character, and in glowing words urged uDon his hearers 1 to have, like Palissy, some high aim or purpose in life, and to follow that aim • DUNCAN & DUNCAN ARE OFFERING Silks, Satins, Velvets, Black Cashmeres, Colored Cashmeres. French d English Mess [I -Tabs -14,o Black and Colored [lAtstres, At exceedingly low prices, to make room fon their SPRING IMPORTA- TIONS, which are expected in a few weeks. PRINTS PRINTS! One Hundred and Fifty Pieces (job) to be cleared out. New patterns, new styles, new colorings. A EMBROIDERIES. Two Hundred Pieces to hand, from five cents per yard upwards. KID GLOVES. Josephine and other celebrated makes. in 'all the new shades. Silk, Lisle' Cotton and Cloth Glovee in great variety. Factory Cottons, Plain and Twilled. Sheetings, Pillow Cottons, Cotton Yarns, Carpet Warps, at Mill Prices. Our T A TLORING DEPARTMENT will be found complete. All goods made iu first-class style, and a fit ; guaranteed. - DUNCAN & DUNCAN, , DIRECT IMPORTERS. with the true piety, energy and deter- mination that so markedly characterized his life, and secured for him fame and fortune. We might say the fourth and last lecture of this interesting course of lectures will be delivered on March the 21st, by the Rev. G-. Willer, of Exeter. the subject of his lecture being, "Wil- liam Tyndall." This lecture, it will be seen, is to be delivered one week earlier than at first announced. McKillop. • HORSE PURCHASED. —Mr. John J. Parish, of the llth concession of. Mc- Killop, has purchased from Mr. Thos. J. Bell, of Londesboro, one of his im- ported Clydesdale stallions, which is rising two years old, paying therefor the sum of 81,200. EuEormien—Alr. P. DeCantilIon, who resides In Beechwood, is erecting a neat and c:..mmodions store on the corner of his farm near this now rising village, and intends to open out an assortment of spriug and summer goods in a short time. NARROW ESCAPE. --Mr: Daniel Moran fractured the cap of bus knee, ari4 be- fore it got well he ventured out to chop. His companion felled an elm tree against a large stub which stood in the midst of a brash heap. The tree loos- ened the stub, but held it up by its forks. Mr. Moran out one of tbe forks, when the stub fell, and shaving his shoulders, fell beside an& partially on him, - crushing, the heap flat. He had. a narrow escape. . FARM SALE.—On Monday, Mr. Geo. Lee, of the Huron Road, cleared out his extensive stock of Elmira -Me and imple- ments preparatory to moving to Da- kota. Stock went exceedingly well, cows ranging from $36 to $40.nniThe farm was sold. Mr. James Lennon, and we congratulate Mr. Lennon on his purchase. The price paid was 84,615, and the farm contains 75 acres. Mr. LennOu is one of those men that never hesitates at the price of anything that he sees there's money in, and this new additiou to his present compact and well cultivated farm leaves him a tract of land unequalled in the county. Wroxeter. MARKETs.—Spring and fall wheat 81.16 to $1.18 ; oats 36c. to kc., butter 16c.. lard 12nc., eggs 160. per dozen. MANITOBA.—Mr. Marznaduke 13orker, boot and shoe maker, is Moving bis business to some promising town in the weet. More of our young men are pre- paring to leave for Winnipeg and Mani- toba. BIBLE SOCIETY.—A meeting was held in the Presbyterian Church on the evening of Tuesday last, for the pur- pose of organizing a Bible Society in Wroxeter. The meetiLIg was opened. by a lengthy address from the Rev. Mr. Murray, of Kincardine, United Presby- terian minister, in which the necessity of unceasing work in this direction was clearly set forth. ,After the address the society was organized, the following persons being chosen as officers and committee : President, Rey. Charles O'Mara; Vice President, R,.3V. George Brown; Treasurer, Mrs. John Knutson; Secretary, Misr,' Maggie Gibson; Com- mittee—Mr. Andrew Patton, Dr. Smale, Archibald Malcolm, George Lovell, Joseph Marks, Wm. Robinson, Miss Jessie Carmichael, Miss -Jessie Brown. Before the close of the naeetiug a collec- tion amounting to $5 was taken up. - Firrvillfr --waoLE WILL B A SPLEN DI9 RA Mc a eto Line", Sew Cottons, New Dtteks.' New Cashmeres, Nan's - Black JUST A MAGNIN LACES, RIBI MIL Notice will be Department in be imicaense.. Lencorrhea an ed by disorders t Ladies try it, it sale by J. S. B,! Sealorth, The following have beep receiv tation. 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