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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1892-07-15, Page 8t. L_ EDWARD GO •NIS CASH, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in 131:7111111M1Rr., GODERICH STREET, 'SEAFORTH, Will buy Dairy Butter in any quan- tity and shape, if well made and good color, from May 1st, 1892. Stacks of Made Up Clothing. Having just completed and placed in stook a big purchase of made up Clothing, consisting of Men's, Youths', Boys' and Chil- dren's Suits, from the largest and best manufacturing firm in the Dominion, at prices in clearing lots which the makers claim they are losing money on. We ofler the whole, together with our own stock, at large redu2tions off regular prices. Now is your golden opportunity to secure a good Suit at a low price it the Bargain Clothing and Dry Goode House. WM. PICKARD, T. Kidd's old stand, eestorth. tht won txpooitor. DISTRICT MATTERS. THE SALT COMBINE.—The statement is made that there is a big row among the members of the salt combine, and &Jew suit is the outcome. Last December the salt manufacturers formed a trust, and they all stuck to it until a few days ago, when a Kincardine firm gave notice of withdrawal. The other members of the trust obtained an interim injunction from the County Judge of Huron restraining this firm from break- ing the combine, and two weeke from Friday last the injunction will be fought out at Osgoode Hall. CRICKET.—The Sesforth cricket club are making a good record for themserves this season, Following their victory at Wood- stock on Dominion Day, they scored another triumph at Brussels on the 7th. Brussels made 42 and 46 respectively in each inuings; Seaforth making 62 and 33 for three wickets. Seaforth won by seven wickets. For Sea - forth Mr. H. J. Punchard scored 22 and not out ; R. S. Hays, 13 ; F. Beattie, 11 and R. Beattie, 11, not out, Far Brussels Harry Dennis scored 13 in esch innings, and D. ROSS 10 in the second innings. :E. C. Cole- man, of the Sesforth team, kept up his av- erage with 12 wickets for 42 runs. A HAPPY EVENT.—A few days ago the home of Mr. Richard Pollard, of Leadbury, McKillop, was made the scene of a very in- teresting and happy event. On the llth inst., surrounded by their friends, Miss Phoebe Rheinhart, of Leadbury, late of Toronto; and E. S. Hogarth, B. A., of Exe- ter, late of Woodstock, and son of S. Ho- garth, Esq., of Stephen, were united in mar- riage. Pastors Ottawell and Sanderson of- ficiated. Miss L. Pollard, of London, acted for the bride, while Dr. N. F. Harrison, of Detroit, assisted the groom. After an early dinner the bridal pair took the train at Sea - forth, and will visit Saratoga, New York, Boston and other eastern points. On their return Mr. and Mrs. Hogarth will make their home in Hamilton, in the Collegiate Institute of which city Mr. Hogarth has been engaged as modern language master. We join with the many friends of the bride and groom in wishing them a most happy future. resignation, setting forth that at a congre- gational meeting duly convened, the congregation reaolved to procure a perma- nent assistant to Dr. McDonald, and to leek the Presbytery to refuse to accept his resignation, the Presbytery express their satisfaction with the decision of the congre- gation of Seaforth in their desire to have Dr. McDonald's ministry continued among them, and with their oensiderate offer to procure a permanent aesistant for him, and decline to accept the Doctor's resignation." Dr. McDonald acquiesced in the decision. Commissioners from Leeburn and Union ohnrch, Goderich Townehip, appeared ask- ing that the aforesadd oongregations be put in the list of vacant charges that they might have a settled pastor over them. The mat- ter was delayed till next meeting. FOOT -BALL, — HURONS FS. LISTOWEL.— The Hurons added another to their already long list of victories by defeating the Marl- boros of Listowel, on the latter's grounds on Friday lest. The mateh was called at 3.55, with a large crowd in attendanc,e, the stores being closed to allow merchants and their employes to be present. For the first fifteedminutes of the game Listowel pressed hard upon the Huron's defence, with the re- sult that after ten minutes' play they scored on a corner kick. A second goal was soon added, but disallowed as being off-eide. The Hurons then awakened to a keen sense of their position, and the remainder of the time was characterized by old-time rushes on the part of the Hurons forwards,although their combination was severely handicap- ped by the length of the field, which was twenty yards too short. However, before half-time wee called the Hurons warred two goals and the game then stood two to 1 in their favor. The second half was a repeti- tion of, the latter part of the first, but ow- ing to the excellent defence of the Listowel team, only one more goal was scored, which was disellowed on account of off side. The game thus ended in a victory for the Hurons of 2 goals to 1. It may be mention- ed here that thelListowel team,for a compar- atively young orga,nization,put up a very fair game, and will give a good account of them- selves with a little more practice. The boys speak in excellent terms of the way they were treated by the Listowel team. The following composed the Hurons : Goal,—W. McDonald ; Backs,—J. J. Clennan and W. G. Willis ; Half-Backs—T. Stephens, J. Rankin, J. W. Livingston ; Centre,—J. W. Smith ; Right,—G. A. Dewar and II. Jack- son ; Left,—H. W. Cresswell and W. M. Govenlock. Referee,—J. L. Killoran ; Umpire, E. T. Kellam. PRESBYTERY OF HURON.—This Presby- tery met in Goderich on July 12th. Mr. Simpson WU appointed Moderator for the ensuing six monthe ; Messrs. J-. S. Hender- son, Martin and Simpson, ministers, and Mr. J. McQueen, elder, Commissioners to the Aisembly reported as to their attend- ance at the meeting of the Supreme Court. Messrs. Wilson and Anderson, students, read their discourses, which were cordielly susteined. The standing committees for the year were appointed, and they are as fol- lows : Home Missions—Revs. Measrs. Fletcher, Musgrave and Mr. John Kerr, elder. State of Religion—Revs. Dr. Mc- Donald and Acheson, and Mr. 3. Cowan, elder. Temperance—Revs. Stewart and J. A. Anderson, and Mr. A. McPherson, elder. Sabbath Schools—Revs. Simpson and J. A. Hamilton, and Mr. 3. McQueen, elder. Sab- bath Observance—Revs. McLean and J. A. McDonald, and Mr. D. Fraser, elder. Fi- nancee-Revs. R. Henderson and G. Need- ham, and Mr. C. Simons, elder. Superin- tendent of Students—Revs. Martin and J. 5. Henderson, and Mr. J. Strang, elder. The Clerk was instructed to furnish Mr. J. A. McDonald with extracts in re Drysdale church. Rev. A. D. McDonald, D. D.. sent in his resignation of his pastoral charge to the Clerk some weeks ago requesting him to take immediate action th'ereon. The doc- tor's principal reason for his action was, his inability to perform the work to his own satislicction, as the congregation increased so much since he undertook the pastorate of it. The Clerk cited the congregation in due order to appear for their interesta at this Presby tery.Thecongregation met anddecided to procure a permanent assistant for Dr. Mc Donald, and appointed commissioners to appear at the meeting of Presbytery to ear- nestly oppose his resignation being accepted. The commissioners accordingly appeared. presen ied the resolutions of the congregation and addressed the court, Dr. McDonald, on being asked whether or not he adhered to his resiguationn,stated that he left the whole matter in the hands of the Presby- tery. After some of the brethren addressed the court the following resolution Wall unani- mele-1 Y adopted : " Having heard resola- tie, ,nd commissioner. from First Presby- terian charch,Seaforth.in re Dr. McDonald's COUNCIL DOINGS.—At the regular meet- ing of the town council on Monday evening, tenders were received for the stoning up and fixing of the well at Jamieson's corner, but on the recommendation of the Street Com- mittee the matter was allowed to lie over for further consideration. Several eOrfnellejlea- lions respecting market sites were teed, and after some discussion the following resolu- tion was adopted : That a by-law be sub- mitted as soon as possible for the approval of the ratepayers, to raise by way of a loan the sum of $14,000 to purchase a mite and erect a fire hall; hose tower, lock-up, town hall, etc., suitable for the town, the sum of $5,900 to be for site, and the balance .for building, providing the Mayor can secure a satisfactory assurance from the property owners of the last burned district, that they will hold the 'said property at the disponi' of the Council until the vote on said by-law is taken, also that a separate vote be taken at the same time between the following sites, viz.: lst,—The land on Maid street, owned by Messrs. Wilson, Holmested, Ew- ing and Henderson and the property in rear occupied by Dr, Bethune ; 2nd,—The old market site. The understanding, of c,ourse is, that in the event of the by-law for the $14,000 being carried and the old market site selected, only sufficient of the debentures will be used to cover the cost of the hall, and a provision to this effect will likely be attached to the by-law. The Mayor and Messrs. Lyon and Beattie were appoint- ed a committee to go to Exeter and inspect the town building in that place, and if deemed suitable for Seaforth, to have plans and estimate of cost laid before the Council at its next meeting. Accounte amounting to $545 were passed and ordered to be paid. • PIGS WANTED.—Wanted to purchase, a few good young pigs. Apply at the Seaforth Green - House. Wit. Moitaies. 12S3icl WIDE AWAKE.—The Wide Awake for July contains so many good things that we would like to mention everyone of there did, space permit. Whoever reads "Jock's Journey," "Summer Sweet- hearts," "The Coral Ship," and "Men and Things,' will want the Wide Awake every month of the year. Its pet the the sort of reading a boy or girl likes in holidays or out of holidays either. Only 20 cents a number. D. LOTHROP Company, Boston, Massachu- setts. 1283-1 SALESMAN WANTED.—Salary and expen- ses paid. Bitows BROTHERS Co., Nurserymen To- ronto. 1282:x2 --efee "-tee; eeeeeeee THE HURON EX13,,g comfort and pleasure of the visitor.. The streets in several places were spanned by arohes and many of the business places and private residences were handsomely decor- ated with flags, bunting, Orange emblems, eto. The lake, of cciurse, was the principal attraction and the fine breeze was most refreshing. A fleet of six commodious sail boat. and numerous smaller craft were kept busy throughout the day making excursions on the lake and those who did not enjoy the luxury of a esil could only blame themselves as there was room for all who applied. Many arrived in Bayfield early in the fore- noon and these enjoyed themselves strolling through Jewitt's beautiful grove,where many picnic parties were formed, sailing on the lake and in other ways common to Bayfield. At about one o'clock the various lodges as- sembled on the market square and leaving formed in procession, headed by the Sea - forth band, and eaoh lodge led by its banner and the indispensable fife and drum and marshalled by Mr. John Beacom, Deputy - Reeve of Goderich Township, on horseleack, marched to Jewitt's grove. Here the chair was taken on the platform by Ceunty Master Todd, of Clinton, who, after a suitable in- troductory address, introduced in turn each of the following speakers, viz.: Rev. Mr. Bayfield ; Rev. Mr. McConnell, Chalk River ; Rev. Mr. Kerwin, recently from South America ; Rev, Mr. Ayers, Holmesville, and Rev. Mr, Newton, Bay- field. The addresses,which were of the usual ' order <on such occasions, were attentively listened to. At about half -past four the crowd in the park dispersed, many soon after left for their homes and before dusk the village assumed almost its usual quiet. The celebration was, throughout, of the most orderly and pleasant character, and all seemed to enjoy the occiesion to the full. EGMONDVILLE NOTES.—Mr, James Cum- ming, who intends retiring from farming in the fall, has purchased the house and lot on west Main street, formerly owned by Mr. David Sproat. Egmondville will welcome Mr. Cumming as a worthy addition to her " Grand Army " of retired farmers.—Rev, Mr. Needham left on Wednesday for °ril- l*, where he expecte to spend a well earned holiday of four weeks. The put six months have taxed his energies to the utmost ; as besides other pastoral duties, he has made over two hundred sick visits. It is hoped, however, that relaxation from work will fully restore him to vigorous health. Rev. Mr. Lindeay, orToronto, who comes well recommended, will take charge of the work during the vacation. Mrs. Needham intends spending most of the time at the parental home in Orillia.—Mr. George H. Jackson starts this week for Manitoba, on a trip of business and pleasure.—At the July meeting of the Women's Foreign Mission Society, held on Tuesday, Mrs. Rose, ef Brucefield, gave a very interesting and in- structive address on Mission work in Africa, South America and Mexico. Thoroughly imbued with the spirit of the work, her presentation of the subject alwaye attracts particular attention from those who are her privileged -listeners. — Among the many lovers and cultivators of flowers in this village, Mrs. James Forsythe certainly suc- ceeds in producing the finest succession of bloom. Surely with so many amateur florists, it should not be difficult to form a floral society of considerable proportions. There is no more attractive pastime, and none more elevating. Who will make the advance inovement ? LOCAL BRIEFS.—Mr. and Mrs. Robert Turnbull, of the 1st concession, McKillop, are away on a three months' visit to the old sod, Stirlingshire being their objective point. Both Mr. and Mrs. Turnbull have separately revisited Scotland within the last few years, but this is the first time they have made the trip together. We trust they may have a very enjoyable time and that it may be a sort of second honey -moon jaunt. —A young sister of Miss Boswell from De- troit, is spending a few days in Seaforth, at the eeisidence of Mrs. William Sproat, God- erich street.—Mrs. James C. Laidlaw is vis- 'iting friends in Toronto.—Miss Elder is rusticating around_ Hensall.—Mrs. Roes, of near Brucefield,is spending a few days with her daughter, Mrs. J. W. Elder.—The La- dies' Aid of the Methodist church will hold a social this evening at the residence of Mr. - W. M. Gray.—Mr. Hugh McEwing, one of Palmerston's worthy citizens was in town this week.—Messrs. John and Willliam Lo- gan, sons of Mr. Wm. Logan are here just now from Manitoba,visiting friends. When tbey left here a_ few years ago, they were lads in short pants and now they are fine, strapping young men.—The many friends of Mr. John Ward will be pleased to learn that he has got started in busineaa again. Mr. Ward can be burned down, but he has too much energy and push and too many good customers, to be kept down.—Mr. Simon Hunter, of Tuckersmith, has return- ed from Manitoba. He likes the country and intends going back again.—Mr. James Dar- ling, who resides on the Huron Road, near Dublin, was driving into town from the west on Monday morning with a spirited young horse attached to a cart on which were himself and his daughter. The horse got frightened at a large stone on the side of the road, near Thornton Hall, and' shy- ing, upset the vehicle, throwing Mr. Dar- ling and his daughter off, and getting loose from the cart ran as far as the Royal Hotel, Seafcrrth, when it was caught. Mr. Dsrling and his daughter were both slightly bruised, but not seriously hurt ; the horse was cut some and the cert was laid up for repairs, but nothing more serious resulted. --Mr. James Scott, of the firm of Scott Brothers, returned from Manitoba on Monday. He says the ceops in that country are late but are looking well.—Mr. J. Duncan, of To- ronto, was in town this week and called on a number of his old friends.—Mrs. F. Van - stone and family are visiting friends in Stratford, where they will spend a few weeks. —Mrs. G. C. Bown and. Mrs. A. F. Waters, of Montreal, are at present the guests of Mrs. George Brooks, of John street. —The Misses Cline, daughters of Mr. J. A. Cline, of Wingham, were visiting friends in town this week.—Mr. C. Kibler, of Crediton, was in town on Wednesday. Mr, Kibler has disposed of his harness making business in Crediton and himself and family are now rusticating at Grand Bend. He is looking out for a place in which to start business again and we hope he will get a suitable location in this county. But, wherever he may locate tbe people of the district can rest satisfied that they will have in their midst a good citizen and a first class business man.—Haying is now in full blast in this vicinity and a good deal has already been safely housed. The fall wheat is coming on rapidly and promises well.—We are sorry to learn that Mr. Ed- ward Cash is not improving as rapidly as his friends could desire, although he is able to sit up a while each day.—Mr. William Blackwell, of Chicago, is visiting friends in town. He looks as if Chicago air agrees with hinn—The cricket club defeated the Brussels clieb in a match in that town on Thursday of last weelh by one run and seven wickets.—Mies Harris, of Brantford, is visit- ing at Mr. D. Johnson's, the guest of Miss Florence Johneon.—The bills are out an- nouncing the Bicy ale Tournament for August 5tIn Thii promisee to be the grand event of the season as a number of the fast- est riders in Canada have signified their in- tention of being present. Mr. William Blackwell hes donated $20 towards the purchase of a cup to be competed for by Seaforth riders only at the tournament.— Mr. William Jackson, of Clinton, and a member of the firm of Jackson Brothers, left on Tuesday for the old country. He was accompanied by Mrs. jackson.—Mr. R. Buntin, of Pickering, is the guest of Mr. J. Greig this week.—It la reported around town that Diok Hewitt war killed by a train in Stratford on Tuesday, but whether the rumor is correct or not we have not learned, —Coleman Brothers' pacing mare, Florence G has returned from Lexington, Kentucky. —The Seaforth lacrosse club went to God - oriole -on Tuesday to play a match with the club of that town, but when the Goderioh players got eight of our boys they decided that discretion was the better part of valor and threw up the sponge_without playing.—There was quite a large orowd at the recreation grounds on Wednesday night to hear the music by the band and view the bicycle race. Quite a number started in the race but only Fred Beattie and George Good stood out to the end, the former winning the prize.—Mr. James Stewart, who was burned out ih the recent fire, has started op again in the roller rink, and is now prepared. for customers.—Mr. George liabkirk, of the North Road, near here, presented Mrs. Habkirk with a handsome gold watch on the occasion of her last birthday, the 12th of July.—A large num- ber are writing here this week for second and third class certificates, They say the papers are pretty atiff,—While playing crioket, at Brussels last week, Mr. R. S. Hays, barriater, got struck with a ball on the knee, and was so severely injured that he has been laid up since.—The strawberry season is about over now. The crop has been a very large one.—Seaforth is credited with consuming more strawberries than imp other town of its size in the Province. Sea - forth people always appreciate a good thing. —We have been shown a geraniuM plant, belonging to Mrs. E. E. Hallett, of thh town, which presents a peculiar freak of na- ture on one of its stems. In place of the ordinary number of leaves and blossoms it shows four leaves and two flowers growing A SCOTTISH LerreR.—We are permitted to make the following extracts from a very interesting private letter written by a Scot- tish clergyman to a clerical friend in this vicinity. It was written on July let. He says : " We are now in the heat of a general election, with almost every seat in Scotland contested, which, no doubt, causes a good deal of hard feeling and is not very produc- - tire of brotherly love or good fellowship. Possibly it is the most important election in this country for at least sixty years past, if not since the Revolution of 1688. The main issues are Home Rule for Ireland ; that is, whether Ireland is to be handed over to the Roman Catholic clergy, or re- tained under British rule. The next burn- ing question is the disestabliehment and disendosvment of the Established Church of Scotland. But, no doubt you see all these questions discussed in the newspapers. When mentioning newspapers, I may say that the Seaforth EXPOSITOR, which you send me, is the best I have seen coming from America, either States or Dominion. We have had a pretty good summer so far. Spring was barren, but we have had now plenty of rain and crepe are looking well, I trust we will not require so much breadatuffs from you as last year. We think it rather shsbby of your Government, to say the latest, to place such a restrictive duty on our goods when we admit yours free. We often won- der the people do not rebel, seeing it is the consumers who pay the duty. * * * Have you organs or musical instruments in your churches in Canada ? The great rage here now is for fine churches to please the eye, with organs, &c., to please the ear, very often I fear sacrificing sense to sound. I think it would be a difficult question to answer whether the world is growing bete ter or worse. No doubt there are a great many schemes for the benefitof the needy and wretched, which are all very good, but it seems to me that there never was more apathy and ignorance in respect to our higher destiny." THE TWELFTH OF JULY.—The Orange- men were favored with eplendid weather for their anniversary celebrations on Tues- day last. The various lodges to the north of Seaforth went to Kincardine and took part in the celebration there, where we be- lieve they had a pleasant outing. The lodges of Seaforth, Clinton and other southern lodges in this county assembled at Bayfield. This pleasant rural sum_mer re- sort was packed full by Vie members of the order, their wives, daughters, sweethearts, children and friends. But, large as the at- tendance was here, there would have been a still larger crowd and the Orange ranks would have been better filled but a good many took advantege of the cheap railway fares wad went to London, Sam* and other points. However, the assemblage was quite large enough for comfort and there was a good turn out of the members of the order, one lodge coming from as far south as Cen- tralise The good people of Bayfield had, evidently, made ample preparations for the ITOR. from the top of one stem.—Mrs. John Mor- row, of Ingersoll, Spent a few days in town this week. She was the guest of her sis- ter, Mrs. Coulter.—Mrs. Eames, wife of the station master at Granton, was I visiting friends here this week. She Was some years ago teacher in Clinton public school.—Mrs. James R. Aitchison and family left this week to visit friends about Paisley. Wroxeter. liRms.—The itone masons have com- menced operations on the foundation of the Presbyterian Church, and we may ehpect to soon see the mond edifice resting its spacious head, for things will be' pushed now.—The infant daughter of'Mr. F. Web- ster died on Munday morning—Mr. D. Mile. arrived home from Brandon en Mon- day morning last, looking hale and' hearty. He still likes the country out there , in sum- mer, but he is a little afraid of thei winter. We are sorry to Learn that the reashn of his home corning bethe serious sickneSs of his mother. We hope for her speedy recovery. —The Orangeman from this neighborhood celebrated the " Battle of the Boine " in Arthur, leaving by special train at 8.30 o'clock a. m., and returning at 6 o'clock p. nn—Mr. Anderson, who taught school at the Douglav school house, is visiting his old haunt. He is taking a University course, still, for all that, he looks as natural as ever. —This village is getting popular or unpopu- lar for rowdyism st night. Our peaceful citizens are complaining about being dis- turbed by the noisy revellers. We want the boys to have their fun, but this is e lit- tle too common and frequent, and we would suggest that it be stopped. --Mr. James Ire- land has bought the boiler and engine out of the factory belonging to the Smith, Mal- colm & Gibson factory, and he got it at a bargain. While we do not object to Mr. Ireland getting a bargain, we are sorry to see this industry hopelessly shut up by los- ing the power. He will have Sufficient power now to run his own mill in good style no matter how low the water gets. McKillOP• TEE TWELFTH.—The members of Loyal Orange Lodge No. 813, McKillop, celebrat- ed the anniversary of the Battle! of the Boyne in the town of Kincardine '01I Tues- day last, where they succeeded in' carrying home the first prize of $L5 awardedi to the best dressed lodge in regalia. Thfe reflects credit on behalf of its members in making such a choice in dress, when we know that they had to compete against something over 50 lodges, May they long be able to con- duct their lodge in such style. Belgrave. Nones.—Mr. Ed. Wightman hse returned from Manitoba. —An immense crowd from Belgrave and vicinity took in thp Kincar- dine demonstration on Tuesday.—Rev. Mr. Hughes, of Wingham, preached a sPrmon to the Orangemen in Trinity church on Sunday. —Rev. -Mr. Ross, of Brussels, preached in the Presbyterian church on Sunday, the pastor, Mr. Law, preaching in Weoxeter.— Farmers are jubilant over fine weather since the commencement of the haying season.— Dr. Godfrey had a valuable robe stolen from his office window on Saturday night. Blueval4. NOTES. —Mr. J. J. Messer, son of Mr. William Mauer, is visiting here at present. —Quite number went to Kincardine on Tuesday to attend the celebration of the Battle of the Boyne.—Mr. Andre* Scott, of Seafortb, was visiting here last week.—Mr. Robert Messer fell from the top „of a barn last week and was seriously injured.— Messrs. Daff & Stewart started ou Wednes- day at Gemmell's bridge.—Mrs. W. Patter- son went to Listowel on Tuescliy.--Quite a few farmers have started haying this week. Blake. GARDEN PARTY.—The congregation of the Blake Presbyterian church intend holding a garden party at Mr. John Manson's, on the Goshen line, on Thursday evening, July 21st. The best vocal talent of the'neighbor- hood has been secured, as well as the Zurich string band. The committee have fpared no pains to make if a success. Come one, come all and help make it " the party of the sea- son." Clinton. CLINTON EXAMINATIoN.—The annual ex- amination of candidates for second and third class certificates began here on Mon- day morning, llth inst. There are thirteen candidates writing for seconds and forty for third class certificates. Mesenh W. R. Lough, principal of the Clinton public school, and W. M. Doig, principal of the Londesboro public school, are preeiding ex- aminers. JULY 15, 1892 a good job of it. —Miss R. themens, mil- liner returned to her hotne in Clinton on Wednesday last for summer holidays,—Mr. and Mies Carson, of Gorrie, were the guests of Mies M. Crittenden on Sunday last.— Mr. Ed. Erwin, of Belleville Collegiebrother of the editor of the Blyth Standard, is vending a few weeks hire visitheg.—Miss Geddes and Miss McConnell were visiting friends in town on Tuesday. Zurich. BRIEFS.—While a son a Mr, J. Merner, of this place, was harnessing a horse in the stable the other day, the animal kicked him on the leg. He is now going about on crutches,—Mr.iGotleib Merrier s team ran away on Tuesdsy, while he was doing busi- ness in the hardware store. The horses never Stopped until they reached the home gate. Nothing was hurt, but the driver will not leave his team untied on the street next time.—Next Sundey will be Children's Day in the Evangelical Church and there will be special services held for the Sabbath Scheol.—A Young People's Alliance was or- ganized in the Evangelical Church here lent Tuesday evening, when 28 members were enrolled. More will folldw.—Mr, John F, Rickbeil, from Cavalier, Dakota, arrived here last Tuesday, to visa his sick mother. He intends to stay a while.—Mr. Robert Steinbach last week tonic a round trip by Goderich and Clinton with a Safety bicycle. —Mr. S, J. Latta and Mr, Thomas Edwards went to Bayfield to see the Orangemen walk. They rode up on their bicyclee in one hoar and 20 minutes.—Mr. August Ehnes arrived home last Friday from his trip to the State of Michigan.—Mr, Henry Lippert has bought the 50 acre Jam from William Nicholson, of the Branson. line, for $2,800. —Miss Rnph and Miss Spahn have gone to Berne, Michigan, to reside in future. Dublin. DOMINION DAY Ptc-Nice-The pic-nic held in McKenna's grove on July lst, in aid of the Union school, was attended by over 1,000 people, and was, on the whole, the tnost successful ever held in Dublin, already famous for its social gatherings. The great feature of the day was a contest for a gold watch, between Miss Duffy, of McKillop, and Miss McIlhargey, of Staffs, at which the former came off victorious, though the latter ran her close. The loser gOt a fine locket worth nearly as much as the watch. The programme consisted of a number of speeches, games of various kinds and danc- ing, the latter being continued in title opera house in the evening. Over $200 *as clear- ed by the entertainment. Blyth. BBIETS,—There was a union Sunday School picnic held in Mr. Andrew Sloan's bush Friday afternoon. The Blyth band was in attendance and rendered some very fine selections. There was one of the largeat crowds that hse been there for a good many years and every person seemed to spend an enjoyable time. There was a foothalimatch between Wingham and Blyth juniers' which resulted in an easy victory for nr team. il We have as good a junior footbal team as any around and they are alway- open for challenges.—There was a very large attend- ance at the Methodist church Sunday even- ing expecting to hear Rev, Mr. Campbell's brother but he failed to appear, so Mr. Campbell had to preach himself. The crowd were not much disappointed as they received a very fine sermon.—The young people of the town are at present enjoying themselves playing lawn teen's on Mr. Birvie's beautiful lawn.—We wohld advise the town council to put on a tank and have the streets sprinkled twice a day et least in such dusty weather.—Miss Whittle of To- ronto, is visiting her many friendie in town this week.—The Misses Sperling, :of Wing - ham, are the guests of Miss Edith Yonng this week.—Miss MoDonnsghleft op Tuesday for Toronto where she has a good situation. - Mr. J. H. Ternan and Mr. Frank Wil- liams, of Gorrie, spent Sunday in town.— Mr, James McGee, cooper, left for Lucknow to take a situation at coopering., He will give good satisfaction as he is au A No. 1 workman.—Mise Smith, of Brunette, is visit- ing her sister, Mims Smith, milliner at the Mammoth House, this week.—Mr. Thomas Jones and wife, of Seaforth, were renewing old acquaintances here this week.—Mrs. Pur- vis, of Hespeler, and her brother, Mr. Smale, manager of one of the largest woollen mills in Galashiels, Scotland, are at present visit- ing at Mr. P. Purvisto—McGregor Brothers, ofj Winghsm, have the job of building in the new boiler and making a new engine house for P. Kelly & Son.—Mrs. J. Meikle - john, of Harriston who has been visiting her sisters, the glues Forsyth, returned home Monday.—Mesers. Thomas, Crawford and James Somers left for LucknoW Monday morning to do some mason work. They ars both first clue workmen and euzie to make Morris. PuoNeo.—A pic-nic took place in Mr, W. McCracken's grove on Wednesday of last week, and was a great euccess. Five swings were kept going all itfternoon. Music on the orgon and violin wee well rendered at intervals. The tables were well loaded with eatables and all einjoyed themselves. By 6 o'clock the bush Was silent, as every one weht out to see a game of base ball play- ed in the field between a picked team from the 4th line and a piclied team from the 6th line. At the end of five innings the score stood, 4th "line 5, and 6th line 18. This ended the fun, and all 'left for home well satisfied with the day'e outing. NOTES.—Mr. Hamilton has gone to To- ronto again.—Mr, Robert Armstrong, of the 4th line, has arrived 1, home from Dakota, He says the crops will lhave a tight race to get ripe before the frosits come as eeeding was late.—The bridge Sunshine is getting but of order. Some one should see about getting the new plankl put on, as many a horse has come near geing through of late. —The farmers are busy haying, except some of the Orangemen, who cannot think to start until after the 12thewhen their minds ,will be settled,—A geed few young folks of the 6th line drove over te see Mr, J. Ryan, of McKillop, on Thursday evening last, to take part in a social hop. All were well satisfied with the amusement.—The prayer meeting held at Mr. G, Hanna'. house on Wednesday evening leet was well attended. —The fall wheat in meny places is badly lodged and will be difficult to take off. NOTEs.—On Friday afternoon of last week Mr. James Bolger had a bee cutting under- brush on the Hodgin farm. The boys work- ed very hard and as a recompense Mr. Bol- ger gave them a party in the evening, at which a very enjoyable time was spent.— Mrs. G. Arnott, of Grindstone City, Huron County, Michigan, returned to her home on Friday, after spending a three weeks' visit at her brother's, Mr. Charles Ritchie, of the 8th line.—Mies Maggie Sproat, of Egn.ond- ville, and Miss M. Ireland, of the Mill Road, Tuckersmith, attended the party at, Mr. Bolger's on Friday evening, We are pleased to say that these ladies had a very enjoyable time.—Fartners are so busy now with the hay that they have hardly time to speak. It is a very good crop in this town- ship. Other cropa are looking excellent.— William Button,of Merrill, Saginaw County, Michigan, who has been visiting in this county for the past three weeks, returned home on Monday.—Mise Sarah Stewart, of Egmondville is visiting friends and ac- quaintances this looality.—Meeers. Peter and Harry Jackson, returned front Manitoba on Saturday. Peter says that there is no place like old Ontario.—Mr, and,Mrs. Geo. Smith, sr., left on Tuesday to spend a week visiting friends in the vicinity of Bervie, Bruce County. John Rodger, engineer for the township of Blanshard, the sum of $3, this being Us- borne's share of the c. t of an sward in reference to a ditch ening across the boundary and the road 1 tl;ween concessions 19 and 11, this towneh.p. Mrs, Simpson was granted $5 as relief, and it was ordered that Mr. T. Brimacombe be paid $10 for keep of A. Carmichael, an indigent. Mr, A. Samwell was also given $26 for keeping J. Hewitt and wife. After passing a number of accounts for road and bridge improve- ment. the council adjourned until Saturday, September 3rd, at 11 o'clock a. m. NOTES. —For some time past the people in the vicinity of Elimville have suffered the loss of many of their chickens. No lees than sixteen being taken in one night from one roost. A trap was set and the thief, a skunk was captured and dispatched. A sweet perfume pervaded the air for some time after.—Mr. John Willis, who resides near Exeter, has been suffering for some months from an abscess in his arm. He visited Detroit last week for the purpose of undergoing an operation, but, owing to the doctor's absence, returned without having it performed,—On Friday last a young lad, who was adopted by Mr, John Strang, of Usborne, bad the misfortune to get two of his fingers caught in a pully used in con- nection with a horse hay fork, and so badly lacerated them that they had to be ampu- tated.—Mr. Henry Johns raised his double barn on Monday last. Mr. Johns will have one of the largest and best barns in the township when it is completed. The barns are connected and both have basements, which will afford a splendid shelter to the stock, Exeter. LOCAL BRIEYS.—A foot balI match was played here on Friday evening last between the Heiman foot ball club and the Exeter Juniors, which resulted in one goal for each club.—A large number from this place pic- nicked at Grand Bend on Tuesday last. -Exe- ter Civic Holiday is announced for August 4th next, when the Masonic and Independ- ent Order of Foresters will run an excursion train to Sarnia.—The Royal Templers in- tend picknicking at Grand Bend shortly.— Six members of the Exeter Loyal Orange Lodge went to Bayfield to celebrate the Twelfth and the balance of the members re- mained at home, which allows the progress of the Order in this place, and that the 12th of July celebration is a thing of the past.— The funeral of Mrs, Sidney Davie, nee Miss Lucy Shapton, whose death took place at the residence of Mr. John Randle, on Thurs- day, last week, took place on Sunday after- noon last to the Exeter cemetery, The de- ceased was the eldest daughter of Mr. Thomas Shapton, of Stephen. She had been ailing for about two months, and leaves a husband and infant son to mourn her de- mise. The funeral was the large* that has been seen here for some time. Her cousin, acted as pall bearers, and the James street Methodist Sunday school scholars and teach- ers marched in a body, the deceased having been s member of the Sunday school. She was aged 26 yearsland 7 months.—Mr. Wrn. Brown of Port Elgin, was the guest of his parents here last week.—Mr. John Glan- ville, of London is visiting at his father's, in this place.—idr. Henry Wooster, of No. 1, Royal School of Infantry, London, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Wastcott, of this place. Mr. Wooster is a valuable member of No. 1 Company Band, and is now enjoying a month of well earned holidays. This is his first visit to Exeter, and he speaks very highly of our village.—Mr.John Idawkshaw hal fully recovered from his recent illness,—Mr. John Snell * still con- fined to him home.: --Mr. J. T. Weatcott is at present laid up with a sore foot. A rusty nail ran into it some time ago, causing it to fester and giving him a great deal of pain.— Berry picking is all the rage now.—Mr; J. T. Westcott has had new turnips and pota- toes on the 12th.—Corporation laborers are busy gravelling our publle highways.—Mr. W. Bowden and Mr. , Thomui Prier are en- gaged at present in ptirchasing cattle for the Old Country market. Mr. Bawden will cross the ocean with them.—Mr, George Cudmore has secured job at Kippen with his brother William.—Harvesters are scarce -here, and farmers are anxiously looking for men to hire through the harvest. Chiselhurst. BRIEFS.—Mr,, James Colborne, of Chica- go, was home last week visiting friends in this vicinity.—Mr. D. Sinclair, of Ohio,was visiting his brother, Mr. John Sinclair last week. He returned on Monday, leaving his wife here, as his work will take him to Arkansas for the summer,where the climate does not agree with Mrs. Sinclair.—Mr: W. Connor, of Seaforth Collegiate Institute,has been home for the past week, taking off the hay, etc. He returned this week to write on the junior leaving examination. We wish him success.—Mr. James Shaw, of Bruseels, will shortlY occupy the house late- ly 'seceded by Mr. A. Morrison, who has re- moved to Cromarty.—Mr. James Parish is visiting friends and relatives in this lo- cality this week.—Mr. Lewis Parish left here last week for Calgary, Alberta, where he will fill a Methodist Mission station. BRIEFS.—Haying is being rushed this week, The weather is just perfect for hay- ing. The crop is unusually heavy.—Mr. MeKinnon raised a barn last Tuesday after- noon.—Mr. Joseph Colborne, Chicago, gave his old friends a call last week. He is look- ing well and is doing well in Uncle Sam's country.—Mr. George Mitchell attended the Methodist church last Sunday, the first time since he took sick last August. His friends were pleased to see him able to be oute-L-Rev. H. Irvine preaches on the Fifth ComMandment on Sunday morning. At the closenf the service the Society elects, by ballot, their two representatives to the Quarterly Board for the present Conference year. Brussels. THAT CLIIB.—DEAR EDITOR,—YOUF COr- respondent, under severe mental strain, no doubt, made a wishy-washy reference, in last week's issue, concerning the Young Men's Conservative club. He was likely sitting on the fence while members were passing, musing to himself in this fashion : If that club keeps on growing I'll have to look for another job. This is to all intents and putposes what led him to use the words, " general subjects not bearing on politics." To a broad and enlightened mind, any sub- ject yet brought up, had a distinct hewing on politics. However be that as it may, this correepondent, whom we know not, deserves kind mention for his unkind reference to the club. Some one of the one hundred or 'more members of the club may, in the near future, open his understanding so that he may yet, likened unto Saul of Tarsus, be a warm advocate of the grand principles .of the great Conservative party. — Yours, CLUBITE, BEIXFS.—The 12th of July was quiet in town except in early morning and late even- ing, when the Orangemen and followers were leaving and returning. Something over 500 left Brussels for Kincardine, and a goodly number for Listowel.—T. G. Holmes, M. D., formerly of this- place, paid us a fly- ing visit last week for a day or so.—James O'Leary, of the Queen's hotel, has been un- der the doctor's care for the past week, but it is to be trusted he will soon be around again all right.—Farmers look happy these days, the weather just suiting them for h ey- ing and ripening of the fall wheat, which looks first-class in both Morris and Grey townships. Spring crops, also, are looking well.—The bicycle craze struck Brussels about a week ago, and now there are about a dozen more bicycles than formerly. —Sea - forth cricketers paid Brussels a visit last week and played, a friendly game with our team, winning by 7 wickets. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves, unless those getting run out, and they never are satisfied. —Mrs.James Ross, who was ill for a time, is around again. Usborne. COUNCIL DOINGS.—At the last meeting of the Usborne council set communication was read from Mr. T. Andrew, requesting the council to take the necessary steps to stop the flooding of his land by water, which had been taken out of its proper channel. In reference to this complaint the Clerk was in- structed to notify all interested parties to appear at the next council meeting to en- deavor to arrange for opening up the proper water course. It was decided to pay Mr, JULY. Our stock is nicely assorted for Summer Trade in Berman. BINDER FOR SALE. — A new Maxwell Mader with steel frame and all latest improvements for sale very cheap on emay terms or in exchang-e for sew -logs delivered next vrthter. Apply to ROBERT BELL, Jr., Box 35, Bengali. 1280-tf BRIEFS.—The weather is now very favor- able for haying and the farmers are making groat hendway.—Miss Jennie Carlile has returned home from Bayfield.—Mr. A. Weeeloh and family were in Zurich and vicinity recently visiting friends.—Mr.Coad, of Wingham, was here this week visiting his brother, Mr. R. Coad.—A number of the young people of the village and surrounding country report having spent a moet enjoy- able day on the banks of Lake Huron at Bayfield on Wednesday last, the occasion being the annual picnic of the Misses Car- lile, of the Township of Hay, and who reside within a couple of miles of the village. —Mr. J. Pope, merchant tailor of this place, together with his family, were in Dashwood recently visiting relatives and friend'. Mr. Pope, while attentive to business, believes in recreation ; so say we all.—Mr. R. D. Conkey, of Kansas City, and his sister. Mrs. A. Brock, of Strathroy, who have been the guests of Mrs, James White, have returned home.—Mr, George Found, of ,Whitechurch, and formerly of this place, was in the village and adjoining country this week renewing old acquaint - snots. He says he has a warm spot in his heart for this part of the country.—The Hensall junior football club played a lively game with the juniors of Exeter on Friday evening last, which resulted in a tie.—Mrs. H. Doan, of Redgerville, left here on Fri- day morning last to attend the deathbed of her daughter, Mrs. R. Mille, of Vassar, Michigan, but who was then in Detroit hospital. Mrs. Mills had undergone very painful operation in the hospital, but her trouble seemed to baffle all medical skill, and although everything possible was done to restore her to health, she passed away in the afternoon of the same day her mother arrived, Deceased was 40 year. of age and .leaves a husband and family to mourn Jeer departure, and her parents Mr. and Mrs. H. .Dosn, have the sympathy of all in their bereavement. —Mrs, (Rev.) C. F. Brown, of Toledo, Ohio, arrived here on Monday last and is visitingehz brother, Mr. S. Stahl, of the Hernial 0 er.—Miss Hawkahaw and Miss Fox, both of Atwood, and who have been in the village for the paet week or so, the guests of Mrs. Beek, have returned home.—Mrs. William Bell, MILLINERY PARASOLS GLOVES HOSIERY -CORSETS LACES PRINTS CHALLIES GRENADINES DELA1NES the And other goods specially suitable for Summer wear. Edward McFaul, SEAFORTIT. OWN! of this village, left this week for Chicago, there to visit her daughter, Mrs, (Captain) G. H. McMorran.—Mrs. William Westoott and Mrs. Daw, of Exeter, were in the village this week spending a few day" with Mrs, William eVesteott, jr.—Oar pathmasters intend making a very marked improvement in the matter of our streets and sidewalks, They will make things fairly hum,—Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Stoneman were in Lambeth part of last week and this visiting Mrs, Stoneman's parents. Kippen. NOTES.—Mr, Wm. Moore is recovering rapidly from the blood poisoning on his hands.—Misses Emma and Maggie Dermot were baptized by Rdv. H. Irvine, in the Methodist church last Sunday. Seven per- sons have been received on trial in the church at Kippen, as the result of the camp. Fenm PURCHASID.—Mr. William Kyle, who has carried on for several years here, a successful carriage making business, has purchased the old homestead farm from his father, and intenda inoving on to it shortly, and devoting his attention to agriculture. On account of this change he is desirous of selling or renting his property here. It is a good chance for a pushing men who under- stands his business. OBITUARY.—Died, at the manse, Kippen, July 3rd, Thomas Starrett, in the '77th year of his age. Deceased was born in the county Tyrone, Ireland, in 1815, and was, up to the time of his death, the only surviving member of a family of eleven. Hie father's name was Samuel Starrett, and his mother's, maiden name Margaret McIntosh. Mr. Starrett came to Canada in 1832 and settled in the Province of Quebec. In 1835 he mar- ried Margaret Stalker, daughter of Malcolm Stalker, and sister of Cstotain Donald Stalker, of Port Louis. While living in Port Louis he purchased a farm of 200 acres on Lake St. Francis, which he cultivated for many years by means of hired help, while he acted as pilot of the " Highlander," of which his brother-in-law WWI captain. In 1852 he sold his farm at Port Louis and moved with his family to Ontario, parches- tng another farm of 100 acres in the town- ship of Egremont, where he lived until 1877, when he sold his farm and went to live with his son-in-law at Wick. To Mr. and Mrs. Starrett were born eight children, one son and seven daughters. The son and. a daughter died in infancy. Mary Jane, for some years a teacher, died in 1863. Mrs. Starrett died in 1869. Christens who was married to William Tanner, died in 1877, and Katie, who was merried to Robert Stone, died in 1882.- Of the family only three remain, Sarah, the wife of T. A. Campbell, of Bracebridge ; Elizabeth, the wife of A". Black, of Egremont, and Mar- garet McIntosh, the wife of Rev. Samuel Acheson, of Kippen. Mr. Starrett was • member of the Presbyterian church from his youth. He lived by faith and pray- ed much. He fell asleep in Jesus looking forward to a better inheritance. Blessed ate the dead who die in the Lord. Londesboro. NOTES.—Mr. and Mrs. William Brunsdon left last week for Owen Sound, where they will remain a few days prior to their return to their home in Pickford, Michigan.— Alfred Cullinson, who is working with Mat Maine, had the misfortune to dislocate hie arm on Satnrday.—Miss Mary i)Ifiles is, we are sorry to hear, very poorly. Her sister, Mrs. J. D. Ainaley, is here yet.—The wea- ther has been both hot and dry for the past week, and farmers are taking advantage of it and saving their hay crop, which is an unnsua.1Iy heavy one, as fast es they can, Fall wheat looks well and, if it eseapes the ruet, will be the largest yield for years. Spring crops generally look well, As a whole the farmers' outlook is good.— Our implement agents hsve ladd in A large stock of binding twine and are prepared to furnish the farmers with all they may re- quire. It is cheaper this year than former- ly.—Geo. Snell, our blacksmith, is kept busy just now. Almost every night you can hear the sound of the anvil after bed- time.—Mr. J. T. O'Brien is doing a good business in nis restaurant.—Judging by the number of farming implements leaving the establishment of J. Brunsdon k Son they art doing a rushing business.—A son of Mr. Edward Snell, a lad about 12 years old, who lives on the gravel road a short distance from Clinton, went out to his grandfather's, Mr. George Snell, of Hullett, on Monday morning the llth inst. He had a loaded gun with him and leaned it up against a post of the verandah. Prom some cause it fell, the shock causing it to go off, The shot struck the unforttmate boy ha the upper part of the face inflicting a terrible wound. He will lose one of his eyes. A shot is lodged in one ear and another in his nose, but it is thought he will recover. —A fire broke out in St. john's, Newfound- land, on Friday afternoon, which did im- mense destruction and caused the loss of life of six children and one man. The entire centre of the city, including many fine edn- cational and commercial buildings, Wilke burned down, and about 3,000 persons are homeless. Relief, in the shape of pro- visions and tents, was promptly forwarded from Halifex, and committees have been formed in Montreal and other cities to send food to the sufferers. The fire was started by a man in a barn who lit his pipe and threw his matoh among the straw, A- few moments later the barn was in a blaze. A high wind prevailed, The old wooden buildings in the vicinity were just the kind of fuel needed to feed a lire. The flames spread with startling rapidity, leaped from roof to roof and from street to street, and almost before the people realized the situe- tion the devouring element had fastened its fatal grip upon the doomed city. The last great fire in St. John's was in 1846, where three-fourths of the city was destroyed, of 4 -on yon day day cia% ed yo 0 fas sp be, als for pet tin ed tei vet tin rel Gt an er it' it - hs di fn fit ti d I a