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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1886-07-30, Page 8EDWARD CASH Is now. buying- Fine roliry Butter, in firkins only, and the best price in cash for fine fleece wool. GODERION STREET, SEAFORTH. *non 6xproitor. DISTRan MATTERS. YOI-NG EMIGRANTS.—For Miss Mac- pherson's Orphan Home, Stratford.— Miss Macphherson is expected to arrive in the steamship Sardinian, with her third party this season of girls and boys, some for service and some tor adoption. Farmers and their wives wishing to secure one of these for domestic help, farm service, or adoptien, will kindly send in their applications, describieg the kind of boy or girl, and age, they would like; enclosing also their letter of re- commendation from their minister to Mies Macpherson, Orphan Home, Strat- ford, Ontario. AwomA PRonuerrs.—Mr. W. Harris, of Day's Mills, Algoma,, has sent us a stalk of wheat and one of timothy taken from his crops. The wheat stalk meas- ures six feet one and a, half in shes and is nicely headed, and the grain, although not ripe yet, is in good shape. The timothy stalk measures over five feet in length, and has a splendid seed head on This testifies louder than words can do, to the fertility of the soil in that sec- tion. The country that gives such vege- table growth as this has in it the ele- ments of a home of comfort for the thrif- ty settler. CATTLE SHIPMENTS.—We are safe in saying that there are few places in Canada from which in the course of a year there are so many fine cattle and horses shipped as from Sea,forth station. On Monday evening a speeial train con- sisting of 13 cars loaded with cattle for the old country market -deft this station. The several shippers were represented as follows; Thomas Govenlock, seven cars ; & F. Case, three cars; Robert Winter, two cars, and C. Wilson, one car. Each car would average about 20 bead, or 260 in all, and would represent fully $16,000 in hard cash. They were a very fine lot of cattle, and were all fed by farmers in this vicinity. SERVICES APPRECIATED.—Great re- gret is expressed at the resignation of Miss Ewing from the position of Organ- ist of -St. Thomas Church. Her duties were performed with great satisfaction. The members of the Choir made her a presentation and address, last Monday 'evening. We learn also that several members of St. Thomas Church desire further to express their appreciation by some tangible token of regard. Miss Ewing will assume charge of the new organ at the Presbyterian. Church, on Sunday next. There will now be an opening for an Organist at St. Thomas Church. Miss Caldwell of Kinburn will preside next Sunday.—COM. THE KIST 0' WHUSTLES.—The new organ for use in the Presbyterian church has beer" received and placed, and will be used for the first time next Sabbath. Jt waspurchased from Messrs. Scott Brothers, musical instrument dealers of this town. It is a handsome instrument, with great volume and sweet tone, and these gentlemen are entitled to the thanks of - the congregation for the prompt and honorable manner in which they transacted the business. The in- strument is a eredit to them, and will be a standing recommendation to neir business. Miss Ewing has consented to' acts as organist, and the congregation is .also to be congratulated on securing her services. We hope the most sanguine expectations of the ethigregation con- cerning this new departure -will be more than realized. LAWS SOCIAL—The lawn social on Friday evening last under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid Society of the Metho- dist church, at the residence of Dr. -Smith, was largely attended, and was one of the inost successful affairs of the kind that has been held here for a long time. The evening was slightly chilly, but that could not be helped. The .handsome grounds were brilliantly il- luminated by Chinese lanterns and lamps, and the large number of people who were straying -around amusing themselves as fancy dictated, together with the beautiful music discoursed .from the verandah made, upon the whole, a brilliant and pleasing scene for the on- looker, and must have been even more pleasant to those who participated. There was a large attendance, and aside from the pleasures of the social inter- course, an excellent musical programme, erica andi instrumental, was given.' It is needless to say that Dr. and Mrs. Smith did everything possible for the pleasure and entertainment of their guests, and were rewarded by seeing all enjoy themselves most thoroughly. • THE Dow...IN-iris Sven BOOK.—A meet- ing of the directors of the Dominion Draught Horse Breeders' Society was held at the Queen's hotel, Seaforth, on Tuesday last. A considerable amount ,of business relative to the working of the society was transacted, and a number of applications for registry of animads were passed upon. A committee consisting of the president and secretary, and Messrs. .Smillie, McIntosh._ and lanes, was ap- pointed to prepare a circular embodying the rules of the society and other essen- tial information, for general distribution.. The directors will make personal efforts to bring the soeiety and its objects he fore farmers and others at the various fall shows, and a general meeting will, Kidd & Son.—Mr. S. Dickson, has had be held at Seaforth on the first day of a handsome new iron fence ereeted in the South Huron fail show. The practi- cal benefit of the soeiety to breeders and dealers has already been demonstrated in the ca,ses ef several animals which, eince their registry here have changed hands at higher prices than would otherwise have been paid. A former -resident of this county, now of Illinois, in forwarding an entry, writes : I still take an interest in the good stock of Huron, and I know that many a fine horge, and well bred, is brought here from Canada, and ranks only with the common grades raised here, for the sim- ! journey and a pleasant visit. 'A trip ple reason that it is not registered, and across the big pond would do Toni good thus money is lost both to the importer too, but he is so over whelmed with bug - and to the farmer who raised the home iness that he says he hasn't time.—There in Canada." This book provides a re- is some talk of the Methodists and Pres- Aponsible registry for good horses having byterians joining in a union Sabbath r THE HURON EXPOSIT011 two full crosses of either Cly Shire blood, on certain conditi guarantee an honest pedigree, mal appearing on its merits i tificate of registry. Any in desired regarding the societ promptly furnished on applica McD. Allan, president, or to J chell, secretary, Goderich. • HURON PRESBYTERY. —A sp cial meet- ing of Huron Presbytery w held in Union church, Brumfield, on Tuesday last.— The principal business o the court was to take final action on th resigna- tion of Rev. Mr. Danby of his charges of ayfield Road and Blake con egations, ndered at a previous meetin of Pres- ytery. Although the usu 1 notices der such circumstances had been read to the congregations intereste , it seems that by some over -sight or misunder- standing meetings of the respective ses- sions and congregations had not been called or held, and consequent1y neither of the congregations were officially repre- sentedat the Presbytery meeting. In view of this fact the Presbytery could not legally proceed to deal wiih the re- signation, and consequently ti e matter was deferred to be brought up and dealt with at another special meetin of Pres- bytery to be held in Brucefiel on Tues- day, 10th of August. In th interval all the necessary legal formu a will be taken so that the matter can be finally dealt with at the next meetin • GIRL WANTED.—Wanted a good Ser- vant girl. Small family. Apply to Mits. Ana/ Goderich Street. THE "CENTRAL" are giving bargains in Sugars, Teas and general grocerie . Call and secure some. LAIDLAW &FAME'S', Se forth. 672-3 L30KET LOST.—Lost on Tuesday, July 22nd, between Silver Creek an Wilson & Young's store, Seaforth, a gold locke and chain, photograph in locket. The finder wi I be suit,ab ly rewarded on leaving the same at IIE EXPOSE -- Tort office, Seaforth. 672 GENUINE Clearing Sale of Crockery and Glassware until lst Sept., 1886, at the "Central" Grocery. Now is your time to secure bargains and don't forget it. LAIDLAW & FAIRLXY, Seaforth. 672-3 HURON ATHLETES.—HUron athletes are rapidly coming to the front, and as a rule now carry off many of the princi- pal prizes at the games of the Caledonian Societies. At the Scottish games at Buffalo last week three Huron boys, viz: Archie Scott and G. Perry, of Brussels, and John McPherson, of Kintail, dis- tinguished themselves most signally. Mr. G. Perry took 1st for putting heavy stone, 1st throwing heavy hammer, lst throwing 56 weight, lst throwing light hammer, 2nd tossing caber, and 3rd on light shot. A. Scott took 3rd for throwing heavy hammer, lst long jump, 3rd standing high jump, 3rd throwing 56 M. weight, 1st running high jump, 3rd throwing light hamjmer, 3rd running hop, step and jump,I 3rd run- ning long jump, lst hitch and kick, 18t vaulting with pole, and lst hu rile race. John McPherson _took 2nd fo putting heavy stone, 3rd for standingl ng jump, 2nd standing high jump, and ls for put- ting light stone. This record shows for itself. Mr. Perry is at present in town and is arranging for the Caledonian games whieh will be heldi on the Recrea- tion grounds in this town on the 10th of Septemoer. esdale or ns which very ani - the Cer- ormation will be ion to A. tries Mit- • LOCA.L BRIEFS.—Masters Theo. Cole- man, Geo. Anderson, John H. Kerr and W. CeMeTaggart, all students .of the Seaforth High School, have successfully passed the matriculation examination for Toronto University.—A valuable young mare belonging to Messrs. Wil- son & Young, of this town, got its front leg badly cut in a barbed wire fence one day last week.—Monday, .the 16th of August, has been fixed as the civic holi- day for this town, and the. Mayor .has issued his proclamation accordingly.— Mr. George Thompson, of Port Arthur, was in town last week.—Miss Gerty Vercoe, of Toronto, eldest daughter of the late Dr. Vercoe, is at present visit- ing friends in town, and is the guest of the Misses Wilson.—Lettere received here. from Mr. A. Armitage, who is now in the old country, convey the gratify- ing intelligence that his trip has had a most beneficial effect upon his health, and .we hope he will return fully re- stored.—Mrs. A. Young, whose accident we mentioned last week, was .taken home last Friday, and we are glad to learn is progressing favorably.—Far- mere are busy with their ,fall wheat harvest, and the bulk of the crop in this vicinity is now cut. Although the rust has injured it slightly in some places, it will be a fair average crop. Barley, also, although light, will be of good. quality, and oats, which are ripening fast, will give a good yield, while there will be the best crop of peas seen for years. --Mr. J. S. Porter has sold his cottage at present occupied by Mr. C. L..Papst to Mr. James. Graham. The first Caledonian celebration and Scottish games will be held on the new Recreation Grounds in this town on the 10th' of September. A comprehen- sive programme will be issued in a few days. and all the principal athletes and Highland pipers of Canada are :ex- pected to take part. There will also be a concert in the evening.—Mr, Kennedys. the Scottish vocalist, will visit Seaforth in September. --Several carriage loads of the Good Templars of this town paid the Kinburn lodge a fraternal visit on- Wediaesday evening, • and had a good tirne.—Mr. George Trott is re -erecting his stable, which was blamed down a few weeks ago.—Mr. F. Holmested has sold his sorrel . driving mare to Mr. John McMann for $150.— We are pleased to note that Mr. George Sproat is sufficiently recovered to be around again.—The many friends of Mr. J. P. Brine, the veteran Auctioneer will regret to learn that he has been under the weather for some thne and is suffer- ing from an attack of ague.—A new mil- linery and faney goods store has been opened out in the store next to Joseph I front of his residence. The work was done by Messrs Sleeth & Lee.—A num- ber of horses are now in training here far the Stallion race to take place on Fairview Park this fall.—Mr: Thomas Neilans of Harlock, leaves here on Tues- day next on 'a visit to Scotland. She goes ' by the Allan line from Quebec. It is 29 years since she left the parental roof in " Auld ileekle " and located in ; the wilds of Harmi and this is her first ; visit to the old land. She will see many changes. We wish her a safe School excursion if they can make snit able arrangements.—We have received a very kind. "remembrancer" from an old friend, in the shape of a well execut- ed photograph of Mr. H. T. McPhilips former157 of this town and . a graduate of TIIE EXPOSITOR office, but now of Prince Albert, North West Territory. He seems to improve with age and grows handsomer every day.—Mr. S. A. White and I. V. Fear, druggist, of this town, have gone on their holiday trip. They leave Goderich on Thurs- day by boat, and take in Bay City and Saginaw, returning back to Goderich, on Sunday to meet other friends, then they go over to Detroit and Cleveland. We wish them a pleasant time and a safe return. In order to make things doubly sure, friend " Sam " has taken a life preserver along.—Miss O'Connor ar- rived home from Trenton on Fri- day evening last, to spend her holidays among her- friends here._ —Mrs. Robert Ellis, who died in Gode- rich on Wednesday, was an -aunt of Mr. A. Calder, of this town.—A valuable horse belonging to Mr. J. G. Wilson, -Silver Creek, died on Wednesday night after a few hours' illness of colic.—Mrs. Jones, of Belleville, and Mrs. McAllis- ter, of Detroit, are visiting their sister, Mrs. J. C. Laidlaw, of this town.— Quarterly meeting will be held in the Methodist church next Sabbath fore- noon.—Mr. John B. Jones, of Augusta, Geowia-, son of Mr. Robt. Jones, of this town, is at present spending his holi- days here. Mr. Jones is at the head of a large merchant tailoring and Clothing establishment in Augusta, and is doing well. He is a strong prohibitionist, and an active church and Sabbath school worker. He leaves for home next week. —Mr. IL, L. Smith, of the Seaforth restaurant, is again convalescent and able to attend to business.—Miss Spar - ling, of St. Marys, is in town. She is the guest of her friend, Miss Elder. Brucefleld. TELEPHONIC.—Rev. Mr. Simpson has had a telephone placed in the manse and has connection with the residence of Mr. Jamieson his precentor. There is some talk of Dr. Gunn having one placed in his surgery and it is said that our genial post master is think- ing of having telephone communication with the church so he can have the benefit of the _church services without leaving his "a,in fireside." Brucefield is progressing. Bluevale. GOOD HORSES.—Mr. Matthew Moses and Mr. Wm. Forest, of Morris,near this place, recently sold to Mr. T. A. Sharp, of Seaforth, a pair of very fine heavy draught horses. Chee was sold for $200 and the other for $220. The one was four and the other five years old, and they were both sired by Mr. L. McNeil's "Farmers' Glory." Both horses were delivered at Seaforth on Thursday. Tuckersmith. SCHOOL BOARD.—The school board met at Egroondville school house on Saturday last, to examine and consider the advisability of building a new school house this year. All the members were • present except F. Layton. After dis- cussing the matter of Harpurhey and Egmondville schools, it was decided to have them put in repair so as to do an- other year. The contract of moving and repairing No. 1 school house was let to Samuel Chesney for the stun of $165. Wm. G. Broadfoot and F. Layton were authorized to have the necessary repairs done to Nos. 3 and 4 school houses. The secretary -treasurer was authorized to apply to the township council for the sum of $3,300, to be raised by rate for school purposes. The board then adjourned to meet at Mr. Dixon's hotel, Brucefield, on Saturday, 28th August, at two o'clock p. m. -444- A COURTED OFFICIAL.—John C. Mor- rison, the late tax collector, is the most courted man in the township -at present. There are no fewer than four cases against him fee the next court. He says the council will have to furnish the light. All Scott Act men wiij have to leive McKillop or else drink cold tea, and swear they have no taste, as all the officials are tasteless as f ar as beverage is concerned. 'Potato water is the next drink.—TRAVELLER. DOTS.—Mr. John Brown, of the 9th concession near Winthrop, ha.d a fine heifer killed by lightning during the storm on Sunday evening last.—Much of the spring wheat in some parts of this township is badly injured by the midge. • Mr. James McDowell, near Winthrop, has about twelve acres which he will have to cut for fodder. STILL AHEAD.—The Winthrop cheese factory sold their May and June make of cheese for eight cents per Th. They still maintain their reputation for good cheese and good prices. The directors have agreed to allow any persons wish- ing to continue until the end of the sea- son to start now, as they expect ten cents for July make. The salesman had half a dozen telegrams in half a day for their Cheese. If there is the same de- mand for the .cheesemaker by the fair sex as for his cheese, he will be,married before fall, sure. SUDDEN DEATH.—We regret to an- nounce the death of Miss Mary Mor- rison, which took place at the house of her uncle, Mr. John Morrison, on the I lth concession of NicXillop, on Sun- day last. Miss Morrison had been a patient sufferer for many years from a tumor near the hip joint, which was of rate fast wasting her strength. • A physician from Toronto some Oise ago advised- removal of the growth as the only chance to save a life for Which no hope had been previously entertained. The patient, however, never rallied from the operation. The patience with which the deceased. bore her sufferings for so many years was remarkable, and many will long revere her memory. Kirkton. LocsdATits.—Building has peogressed rapidly this summer.—The large brick residences of Messrs. Alex. and David Kirk are almost completed, and add greatly to the appearance of the village. —Our local machine agent, Mr. George Vickers, has done a rushing business this season in binders. May he ever do so. —Mr. Wm. Lyne, the village tailor,. has disposed of his business to Mr. Rey-. nolds; formerly of Dashwood. We wel- come Mr. Reynolds heartily, but are sorry for our loss• 'in Mr. Lyne. We wish both prosperity in the future.— , Quite a number of our young folks took 1 advantage of the cheap Masonic excur- sion on the 21st inst., to Pert Stanley, via. London, Huron and Bruce railwa,y. —We are sorry to chronicle the death of I Miss FlorenceCameron;which occurred on the 26th inst., at her mother's residence, 3rd line of Blanshard. She was esteem- ed by all who had the pleasure of form- ing an acquaintance. • Cromarty. HARVEST.—Most of the fall wheat in this vicinity is now in shock. It is a splendid crop, being even on the ground, well filled and as bright as gold. The spring grains and root crops also look well. NEW BARNS.—Mr. George Miller, jr., the well-known carpenter and framer of this vicinity, has been very busy with a large gang of men this season. He has conipleted or now in course of erection seven houses and barns. He has finish- ed a large bank barn for Mr. Peter Campbell, on the 10th concession; one for Mr. Thos. Stacey, 12th concession, which is 40- by 66 feet; one for Mr. John Lavery, of the 4th concession, which is 38 by 84 feet, and a large one for Mr. John Allan, of Brucefield. He is also erecting a house for Mr. Thomas Smale, of the 8th concession, and one for Mr. James Scott, of the 10th conces- sion. Mr. Miller is an extensive con- tractor, and always makes a good job,and consequently gets all he can do. Wroxeter. LOCALITIES.—While a young man, employed by Mr. Wm. Bryant, was harrowing with a span of three year old colts, they took fright and ran away. One of them stumbling, fell on the upturned teeth of the harrows, and was injured, perhaps fatally. Wm. Armstrong, V. S., is in attendance.— Gibson Brothers, of the Wroxeter saw- mill, are just completing -the last of 10 cars of tan -bark. This is a good quan- tity to be shipped by one firm. We hope they found it profitable, for they are enterprising, hard-working young men. We also hear theyare doing a good shipping trade in lumber.—Quite a large number of sheep came in Tuesday last. We understood they were bought by Mr. John Hooey, and were shipped from here the same day.—Mr. A. Mc- Intosh and wife, of Listowel, were in town last Tuesday for the purpose of getting some assistants *during the days of Listowel's demonstration. They ex- pect an immense crowd.—Mr. 'faylor is visiting his uncle, Mr. Jas. Cowan, and family.—We are sorry to hear of the illness of Mrs. D. Scott, and hope she will soon be better.—Farmers are busy at their fall wheat, which, as a rule, will be a good average crop. We had a fine rain on Sunday night, which will have a tendency to spoil the small potatoes.—Mrs. R. Fox is at St. Thomas visiting her son Janies, who holds a lucrative position in one of the drug stores in that city. Stanley. C.aors IN GENERAL.—Fall wheat har- vest has fairly commenced on the 2nd line: Some farmers have got it all cut. The self -binders inake quick work of it. Some few patches are rusted a little, but I don't think it will affect the quality of the grain. The yield will be up to for- mer years, and probably above the aver- age. We had a fine rain Sunday night, enough to make the farmers smile. It will help the pasture, which was getting very bare, but it .has come too late for the oats, which will be a short crop in most places. The root crop .prornises well so far, and turnips especially so. I have not -seen a farmer that has missed a catch of turnips this season. They are all thinned out and are looking well. There has been some big work hoeing turnips. One young man working for Wm. Murdoch, hoed and thinned out 46 drills, 28 rods long, in one day. That is very good week, and he would like to hear from any one that has beat it. The mangolds have not done quite so well, as a good many had to sow them twice and then did not get a first-class catch, but this rain will help them greatly.— X. Y. • Myth. WINDMILL—Messrs. Slater & Shns have re -erected their wiudmill which was blown down on April lst, owing to the fact that the gearing was not heavy enough. They have had the gearing re- placed by much heavier machinery, and it will now stand a good many twirls. They intend adding some machinery, and to drive it by the above power. PERSONAL‘;.—Mr. and Mrs. Milne of Clinton, were in town this week.—There is some talk of Band -master Colley going to Seaforth.—W. McElroy has secured a situation in Listowel, and will leave on Monday.—Mrs. J. B. Kelly is in Strat- ford this week.—Miss Annie Shane is visiting in Goderich this week.eeDre McDonald of Wingham, was in town on Turesday.--HrEircy Gosman, who has been in the Black Hills, Dakota, for some time, returned _ on Wednesday evening. —Mrs. McDonald, of Seaforth, is vieit- ing at Dr. Sloan's.—Frank Metcalf has been appointed agent for the C. P. R. Any person wishing to etport them- selves to the Rocky mountains, please give him a call. BAND CONCERT. —The band Promen- ade concert, held in the agricultural ball, last Friday evening, was a grand success in almost every. respect. The hall was well filled, and every person seemed to enjoy themselves immensely. As promenade concerts are, to some ex- tent, new in Blyth, everybody seemed backward in starting the promenading. The first couple to take the floor was. two young Jadies, but they were not al- lowed to go far before Alex. and Tom "caught on," and escorted; them on their journey. in a few minutes the whole audience were moving around the hall. About 8.30 Mr. Jeff. Elliott took the chairand an excellent programme of musical selections was egiveu, after which .votine contest took place, the con- testants°bein s Miss Ruth Jones and Miss Annie Mitcheil. - Miss Mitchell was the victorious young lady by 223 votes to 175. A handsome sum was realized, which will assist the band -in paying for their new uniforms. They propose holding another Concert ,on the 6th of August. • foTTIN(is —Mr. 0. Hamilton is erect- ing an oil house on the lot in the rear of his shop. Thi s be a great advan- tage to Mr. Hamilton. He will also keep his powder and other articles in it. --Mr. Thomas Daly, who, has been keeping a grocery in Blyth for nearly a year, moved_ a part of bus stock to Sea - forth on Monday, where he will reside in future. He will continue the one in Blyth until October, when he will move all to Seaforth.—Mr. Geo. Bailey, our new baker, who started in business about two weeks ago, did not remain in Blyth very long. He gave up the busi- ness last Saturday. Mr. John McMil- lan has rented the oven and building and J. VanAllen will run it for him.—Why do not the citi- zens of Blyth consider the advisa- bility of holding a grand band tourna- ment on the fall show day or some other day they may see fit? Band tourna- ments have been held in all the neigh- boring towns with great success, and we are sure one could be made as suc- cessful in Blyth as any other place we know of. Brussels. BRIEss.--Onr worthy Reeve and- lady and Rev. Mr. Cluff and .lady are up the lakes this week for a holiday, going as far as Duluth.—A garden party was held in Vanstone's grounds on Tuesday evening last, which was well attended. CIVIC HOLIDAY.—Our Reeve. has pro- claimed Thursday of this week a public holiday, and the residents who are a truly loyal people will certainly keep it as such. A great number will attend the band toureament at Listowel, and others will spend it viewing the cricket match, &c. PERSON AL.—Rev. Mr. • Ryan and family, of Florence, formerly of Brus- sels, are coming next week to visit old friends in Brussels and Walton. Mr. Ryan will preach in the English church, Brussels, on August 8th,, at the hours of 11 a. re. and 7 p. m., and in Walton at 2.30 p. m. We are sure the many friends of the reverend gentleman in and around these stations will be pleased to have another opportunity of hearing him. THE LAND _IMPROVEMENT FUND. —A meeting of the Grey council and a dele- gation from Brussels council convened on the call of the Reeve of Grey at Cranbrook on Thursday last to settle their -respective shares of the Land Im- provement Fund, but, on meeting the Reeve of Grey told the Brussels dele- gation they had nothing to settle, as it all lay with. the Government. It would almost seem from the action of the Grey Council that they again want more than their just rights, they not having the decency to act in an open straightfor- ward manner. They are afraid, or seem to be, to let anyone see anything in their possession. Things should not be thus, if they only wanted what was right. The Reeve of Grey, when he asked to see all papers and minutes in the corporation of Brussels, was shown them freely, but Grey does not return the compliment. - CRICKET MATCH.—OUT cricket club went to Listowel on Thursday of last week to play a friendly game with the club of that place, and which resulted in a victory for the home team by 34 runs. The following is the score :• lst Innings. 2nd Innings. Listowel 39 74-113 Brussels 57 21— 78 The match was played on the old ground which was very hard, but they now boast of anew ground and one of the best in the Province. It is not all sodded yet, but they are having it clone. It contains about three acres, and is situated in the centre of the town, and when completed will cost about $1,200, It is adjoining the skating rink and is &Wiled by the same company; Our club also play the return match between the President and Vine -President on Thurs- day, which is civic holiday. FIRE. --On Saturday the fire alarm was rung, and it was found that Ament's sawmill was on fire, it having started from a spark that had fallen from the pipe to the mill. It was noticed shortly after breaking out, and by the timely exertion of the parties work- ing in the factory and neighbors and by the prompt assistance of the firemen, who had the engine out and water splay- ing on the fire in ten minutes, the building was saved with little or no loss, the side of the building only being badly burned. Thesaving of the buildieg is a lucky thing for Ament Brothers and Brussels, as they are a new firm and had no insurance. The same evening Mr. John Ament handed the captain of the fire company the sum of $15 for the company as a- reward for their prompt- ness. The company fully appreciated the donation, but can only do, as they always try, viz., to save all property they can from the fiery element. Still, it is well to encourage them as Mr. Ament has clone. He is the second to recognize their services in this way, Livingstone Brothers being the first. Zurich. . HOME AGAIN. —Mr. Fred: Axt, who left here for Detroit some time ago, re - tined again on Monday last. He had poor health while in thecity,and is afraid the climate there does not agree. with him, and it is doubtful if he will go back again. ON A VISIT.—Rev. Mr. Stern, pastor of the Baptist congregation Of Tavis- tock, is the guest of Rev. S. -Becker, and is to preach in the Baptist church here next Sunday. Inthe forenoon he will preach in German and in the even- ing in English. SAD NEWS. —Mr. Ed. Appel was re- cently summoned by telegram to attend the funeral of his brother, who was drowned in the Grand River at Bridge- port, Waterloo county, while bathing. The remains were taken to New Hain- - burg, where his parents reside, for in- terment. He was a promising young man of 20 years of age. BfirEFs.—Miss C. Well, of Rodney, is here visiting her brother, Mr. II. Well, She has many friends here, and all are glad to see her.—Mr. Fred Kibbler, shoemaker, has had to engage another man in the person of Mr. Barberich, of Crediton,—If you want a nice book, worth $1 for nothing, you can get it at Mr. D. S. Foust's store. He is the sole agent for the Li-quor Tea Company, and for every three pounds of tea pur- chased one book is given away for nothing. His stock is good and reliable. ACCIDENT:—On Wednesday of last week while Mr. Jacob Brown, who re- sides half a mile north of this place, was raising the frame of a new driving house, Mr. Randolph Hideman met with an accident which might have proved fatal. They were raising a bent, and when about quarter way up, one of the corner posts slipped and gave way causing the bent to fall back. Mr. Hidernan happened to be partly under it when it fell and he was considerably injured, but is now able to be around aga in. Tirmsnise ENG —Last Monday Mr. John Voelker,from near Dashwood, passed through here with his new thresh- ing engine. Mr. Voelker has followed the business for the past eight or nine years, and has given the best satisfac- tion, and haviiig made up his mind to 4 • better his position,traded the old engine for a new one with circular saw attach- ed, and we hope his enterprise will be appreciated by his patrons.—Mr. Peter Beaver, of the 14th concession, has pur- chased a whole new outfit, consisting of threshing machine,engine and separator, and will be ready to go into the field in a few days. He says he has fifty calls already,—On the same day along came another curiosity in the steam engine line, which created quite a sensation in town. This was v. traction engine own- ed by Mr. Donaldson of the Brownson Line, Stanley. He steamed into town and made his first station at the Huron hotel, for refreshments, and then to the Commercial. The steam horse was ad- mired by all who saw it, and after doing the town it left for Blake. Mr. Donald- son has the honor of introducing the first traction engine into these parts. • Turnberry. PRESENTATION.—The Congregational church at Salem, Turnberry township, of which the Rev. M. J. Totten is pas- tor, has presented him with a top for his buggy as a, token of esteem for his work and character during the last eight months of his ministry amongst them. This is only one of many gifts received from them of late. It may be also stated that several friends in Wrox- eter joined in this token of respect, al- though not members of his church. East Wawanosh. BRIEFS.—Mr. George Stewart, sr., is visiting friends in Lucknow this week.— Mr. Jas. Rath has sold a fine colt,weigh- ing 470 lbs., and it is not three months old. John Bennett is the purchaser.— At a meeting of Grangers last week Mr. Johnston being there early, and the crowd gathering early, Johnston thought he would call them by using the drum. He was striking pretty heavy until he knocked the end out of the drum, $1 is the cost.—Mr. Geo. McGowan sank a pew well on his farm last week.—Mr. Alex. Dey lost a valuable horse last week.—Mr. Elam Livingston is having a new coat of paint on his house, and it improves the looks greatly. Messrs. Shane & Fortune are the painters.—Mr. Jas. Magill has purchased a new organ, and it can be heard for males around.— Mr. Elam Livingston has purchased a new Dundas binder, and is doing excel- lent work.—Dan McGowan got his hand severely cut last week with a scythe.— Mr. John McDonald, son of Peter Mc- Donald, returned home from Michigan last week. He likes the country pretty well.—Mr. John Wilson, who has been troubled with a sore shoulder for some time, is getting MI better, but rather worse.—Wm. Quinn drummer for Neth- erby's lodge, sprained his wrist at drurn• ming on the 12th inst.—Jas. Helps has returned from Michigan, and intends taking his wife back with him.—Mr. Jas. McGowan, sr., is very poorly with rheumatism, and is scarcely able to move. Goderich. DEATH OF AN; OLD RESIDENT.—MrS. Robert Ellis, of this town, died on Wed- nesday last, and the remains were in- terred on Thursday. She was about 80 years of age and was one of the pioneer residents of the town.. Her husband, Mr. Robert Ellis,•kept the first hotel in Goderich, and his hostelry was the fav- orite stopping place for those who came to Goderich to do business in early days, and Mrs. Ellis will be remembered by many of the old settlers of Huron. WEST HURON.—The following table shows the net results of the revisiou of the Dominion voters' lists in West Huron, except Clinton, where the lists were submitted jointly, and where prac- tically no gains were made on either Bide; 's7:4 • IZ Cj .= -F0 1 a- ss *J. 7). E -f Put on by Conservatives... 1 2 9 2 2 3 Struck off 5 11 6 57 15 12 Put on by Reformers 2 0 0 3 1 4 Struck off 38 9 16 36 22 II LOCALITIES.—Mr. Wm. Hutchison, who has been in Montreal for some time past is enjoying his vacation at home. -- Mr. William Trainer, of Chicago, is visiting friends in town.—Mr. Allan. Embury took a round trip on the Sagi- naw Valley and arrived home on Mon- day.—Miss Polley who was visiting Cleveland, Saginaw and Detroit, return- ed home on Monday.—Dr. Nicholson and his family took a round trip in the Saginaw Valley, and returned home on Monday.—Mr. R. S. Williams with his cricket club made his de- but on Saturday, against a chosen club from Goderich and bet by 15 runs. Mr. William's team played splendidly amidst a vast crowd of spectators.— Mr. J. McBride of the Albion hotel, was charged before Mayor Horton on Friday, for violation of the Canadian Temper- ance Act, on account of the witnesses not appearing the case had to be post- poned until Friday next.—A mammoth Excursimi from Clinton and Goderich, to Port Huron, will take place on Tuesday, 3rd August. As it is Clinton's and Goderich's civic holi- day, we predict a good time and a large turnout, fare $1.—The final revis- ion of the voter's list for West Huron, was finished on Monday afternoon. Judge Doyle will on Saturday, give de- cision on some cases, in which judgment was reserved. Bel*rave. NEW BuiLDises.-Mr. James Tyner is putting up a fine dwelling house for Mr. McCotkendale, of Morris, who in- tends living in this lively .village as soon as the building is .completed.—Van- norman, the single blacksmith, has pur- chased a lot from Mr. McCrea, ad- joining Mr. ceasar's property, and he has given Wm. Walsh the contract of building a fine dwelling. No doubt he will occupy it himself, but not alone. BITS OF NEWS.—Several dwellings are wanted to rent. Mrs. Chas. Proc- tor is going to rent her brick shortly; she has several applicants.—There is a splendid opening here for a hardware store aud tin shop combined.—Miss Jane Messer, of Bluevale, spent a few days last week visiting friends, and took in the excursion with several others on Thursday to Port Stanley.—There is a big rush now for the bargains going at A. Taylor's store. He has put up an- other sign.—Mrs. Frank Buchanan and family, of Parkdale, formerly of Wing- hann spent a few days with her cousin, A. Taylor.—The people who attended the eyening services on last Sabbath got a wetting going home.—Every farmer is cutting his fall wheat this week.— Miss Charlotte Bengough returned home from Bayfield last week, looking much JULY 30. 1886, At E. McFaul s Dry Goods and Millinery House., 7 Every Department IS COMPLETE FOR .THE— Summer Trade. " SPECIAL!" A lot of AMERICAN PRINTED MUSLINS (warranted fast in color) at remarkably low price. Also White and Cream Muslins In Checks and Stripes, Swiss Spots, Laze Effects, &c. E. McFAUL, THE CASH DRY GOODS AND MIL- LINERY HOUSE. SEAFORTH, - ONT. better after getting the fresh breezes of Lake Huron.—Emma Taylor has gone to spend a few weeks under the parental roof in Carrick, and took her brother's son, Percy, with her.—Our tradesmen are all very busy, and they anticipate - better times this fall.—The Rev. J. A. Anderson, 13. A., of Whitechurch, will preach in the Presbyterian church here. at 11 a. In. next Sunday, lst of August, —The recent showers have done a great. deal of good to the spring crops. Hensall. SHINGLES and Hemlock Lumber con- stantly on band. A large lot of Hemlock Logs, all lengths, to cut.—D. UnQuifAar. 972-1 BARN BURNED.—On Sabbath evening last the barn of Mr. Noah Armstrong, of Hay, was struck by lightning and completely destroyed, together with his. season's crop of hay, and a quantity of machinery. Mr. Armstrong being from home, we have not learned as to whether he had an insurance or not, but sincere- ly hope he has as the loss is a heavy one. BRIEF.—The farmers in this neigh- borhood are busily engaged harvesting, and report the crops as very good on the whole, —The Misses Murray and younger members of the family, are at present visiting relatives in the neighborhood of Lucknow.—Miss Bonthron of Rodger- ville, is the guest of Mrs. A. Young of Sea for th.—M rs. T. M urd ock and daugh- ters, who have been lately visiting. friends near Niagara Falls, returned home this week.—Mr. W. R. Hodgins has returned from Detroit where he has been on a visit —Mr. and Mrs. D. Coulter, of ,Milverton, are spending a few days with friends in this village.—Mrs. A. McPherson left, this week for West Wawanoeh, where- . she intends remaining a couple of weeks among- her relatives and friends.—Mr. P. Stoneman, who has been here for the past two weeks enjoying his holidays, left on Wednesday for Pierre, Dakota. MARRIAGE.—A pleasant event took place in the Presbyterian manse here on Wednesday morning, in the form of a marriage ceremony. The contracting parties were Mr. Simon Hunter, of thia village, and Miss Felicia Kerr, second eldest daughter of Mrs; J. Laing, of the township of -Hay. The happy couple were accompanied to the depot by a number of friends, and took the morn- ing express for the city of Buffalo, there- to spend a -day or so. We unite with their many friends in wishing them hap- . piness and prosperity. Varna. DIED.—Mr. David Lyon, formerly a - much respected resident of this plaeh,, died at the residence of Mr. Barnes, - State of Delaware, on the 15th inst. Ile • was about 27 years of age, and was a' victim of consumption. CELEBRATING THE TWELYTII.—On the Twelfth of July our uSually stirring village was unusually quiet and the ac- customed hum of business was not heard on the streets. Taking advantage of this stillness and the absence of the town "peeler," a couple of canines be- longing to two of our leading citizen& took it into their heads that thy would settle an old standing grievance be- tween them in the approved Gihnore- Bittle style. Their owners also seeing disposed to let them have their way, and in fact evidently enjoyed the sport. After the canines had worried at each other for several rounds, the better half of one of the citizens, noticing the skirmish, appeared on the scene and soon separated .the combatants and re- stored peace. There was DO harm done, and "all's well that ends weli." The animals were well in -Itched, and, al- though they did not tight and run awaY, they will, no doubt, fight another day. —John McQuillan, of Huron town- ship, was fined $3 and costs for allow- ing his horse to run over the new iron bridge, at Kincardine. 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