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The Huron Expositor, 1915-06-07, Page 86 le7; 8 Sale of Oxford Shoes for _ _ „ dere is n, chance to keep your feet cool and coinfortable during the warm weather. Don't Miss It 1 pairs of Mert's Oxfords •Shoes in Batton and Blucher Lace styles. Gun Metal Calf, Tan Calf, and Patent Colt Leathers. Regular price $4.25 tand 44.50. SALE PRICE— $3.60 a pair There is nothing the matter with these shoes... They are the kind you'll NY $4.50 and $5.00 In other tores. The Cash Shoe Store , audit)) gooicwear Opposite Expositor Office SEAFCFRTH ONTARIO ALL pA PER Our smIsment of wall paper ie now complete, so we extend an invitation to the public to come now and inspect the pap- ers. We think we can satisfy you in style, color and price. Remember it is no trouble for us to show goods. Window Shades, Curtain, Poles, .Pieture .Frames made to your order Agent for Brandram Henderson Paint T. G. SCOTT PAINTER AND DECORATOR Opposite the,Expositor Office Many Colleges close for Va- cation at midsummer. Our College does not, LLIOTT -- /,/./ #,4 "rouge and Charles sts., Toronto, is strictly , first class. None better in Canad.a. Enter now so as to get a position in the early 'fall. Catalogue free. Have You Any Pictures , To Be Framed ,?1 Bring them, to us, them you wilt _get the newest, mouldings and a lctrge assortrnen,tto choose frorrt Fell's Studio Seaforth Now Is Wall Paper Time The spring rush is on. Our spring showing leaves noth- ing to be desired -- it rneets every requii ement far parlor, living room, dining - room, bedroom, -hall and kitchen wall decoration. . SEE OUR WALLPAPERS James Graves Seaforth Window shades & curtain poles, white enamel, and brass extension rods. Children' s ...Shoes Children's Shoe at this store are 'different' from just shoes We do not show the same'old styles season after season. Correct lasts with every con- sideratien to develop the young foot properly. Solid substantial materials aed the test of workmanship. These features, combined with neatness and. grace, give our Children's Shoes distinction. Spring heels, half heels, or full heels ; lace or button ; every width and shape. See some of the new styles in our north window. And the price? From 75c to $3.50 accord- ing to size Ji cR, Scott The Home of Good Shoes PHONE 51 SEAFORTH Re arm avast DISTJEUCT MATTERS Local 'Briefs.—Miss Jennie McBride has returned to town after pending the winter with -7riends in ronto, Hainiltozi *and Berlin.—Miss Sutherland who spent the winter with her sister, In Bervie, has returned home. Mrs. Pros Kinney accompanied here—Mrs. I. Lang- stroth of Forest, is here visiting ber many old frienda —Mr Wililam Smith- ers has purchased the Murdie cottage on Goderich street, for some time pc- aupled by DrtHodgins.7—We were in error last week in etating that Mr. Thomas Eider had purchased the resi- dence of • Mr. Cyrds Atkineon. It has been purchased by Mrs. Cuthill of Briia- sele Kea George. Scott of Chicago, a:4 in this vicinity visiting their many relatives and friends. When le Seaforth they 'were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Stewart —The bell of St. -Thomas' Church now rings at 10 min- utes to seven Sunday evening, instead of at seven as formerly.—Our corres- pondents should bear in mind that it ts not necessary for them to add 1,11 additional stamp to unsealed envelopee whieh contain their correspondence. The war tax does not hit newspaper correspondents. The usual one cent stamp is sufficient, —Mr. Wm. Somer- ville has been appointed 'Secretary - Treasurer of the Seaforth Collegiate Institute Board, The Board could not have made a better choice.—Colonel and. Mrs, Wilson were here from London, and! spent Sunday with Mrs. A. Young. —Mr. Henry Huffman, Who- recently purchased the property of Mr. J. 3, Darin, has moved here from North Bay' and now occu,pies hie new home. We are glad, to welcome Mr. Huffman beet to this part again.—Mr. James Ccovan has been appointed overseer for the Berlin sugar Beet Factory for „all that part of Huron South of the Huron road and including McKillop. The com- pany have been fortunate in securing fbr so important a position, a man of Mr. Cowan's practical experience eon reliability.—Mrs. (Rev.) Colin 'Fletcher a the Thames Road, Usborne, and Miss H. I. Graham, Seaforth, President and Secretary of. the Huron. Presbyterial Women's Mfssionary Society represent that Society at the annual meet- ing of the Provincial Women's Missionary Society • of the Pres- byterian. Church being heldin Ham - Ilton, this week. Mrs. J. (Ceiareig,and Mrs. James Hinchley represent the Sea - forth Auxiliary and Mies Francis Win- ter represents the Barbara Kirkman Mission Board at the Same meeting, while Miss Jessie Gemmell of Tucker - smith, represents the Auxiliary of Mel- on Church, Brucefiekl. — Mr. Andrew Archibald, sop, of Mr. and Mrs. An- drew Archibald, Tuckersmith, who bas been teaching school in TOronto, has enlisted and Jett .this week for train- ing with the artillery force at Niagara. —Miss Etta Crich, who has been for some years in the drug storepow own- ed by Mr. W. T. Has, leaves next vie& to reside with her. parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Crich in the West. — Mesirs. J. M. Best, James Watson, Thomas Stephens and John MacTavish motored to Holstein, near Durham, this week and enjoyed a day trout fish- ing.—Mr. Robert Winter and Mr. Peter O'Sullivan each shipped a carload Of very fine fait cattle to Toronto,on Sats urday. A coupis of cars of very fine heavy horses were shipped to ?ilontrea) the same day. --Messrs, Charles Holmes, G, Atkins and G. Holman, who are with the third: contingent at London, . are among the 50 volunteers selected from the 33rd Battalion to act as rein- forcements to the second -contingent, who are now in England. They will leave immediately for the front.—Mrs. Whittaker left on Monday for kOttawa, where she will visit with her .son.— Mrs. Thomas Daly was in Se. Marys last, week attending the golden wed- dnig of her brother. She was accom- panied home by her sister, Mrs. Cullis, of Barrie, who is her gueet here.—Mr. John Adams left on Tuesday f or ,Day- ton, Ohio,—Mr, H. M, Jackson, of•Lon- don, spent Sunday at his 'home in Eg- mondville.—Mr. S. T. Holmes was in London this week visiting his son, who is about to leave for the front.—Mr. .Archibald Hislop, the Liberal candidate for East Huron, was in town on Tues- day. Mr. Hislop seems to b3 out on tho war path and he is •,a hustiSr when he gets going. His, opponent has not yet )been selected.—Mr. Cyrus Atkin- son, having sold his resialence to Mrs. Cuthill, is having an auction sale of his household effects on Saturday, the 15th.—We had May weather in April and now We are having April weather In May. The cold weather, however, will check ,vegitation, which was be- coming too rank and if frost .,keeps a- way, good: will result, while the .rains will replenish the empty cisterns.. — Those, interested should bear in mind the concert under the auspices of the Presbyterian church choirb the church on Tuesday evening next.—Our town readers should remember that to -night, Friday, the ith is the last night of the Art Exhibition at the Collegiate Institute. The last is often the best.— Mr. Lorne Weir is havirrg a couple of balconies ereqted on the Royal .Hotel building, which '-when completed will add considerably to the appearance and facilities of that excellent hostlery.— The masquerade dance in Cardno's hall on -Tuesday evening in -aid of the Red Cross was not largely- attended, but those present had an enjoyable evening. The gallery was well patronizedse-Rev. F. H. Larkin will have for his subject next Sunday morning, "Christ and thc Passion of Humanity," oventeg subject, "How Souls are Kindled."—Dr. Mar- cus Scott, of Berlin, will conduct the Anniversary services in the Seaforth Presbyterian Church on the Sabbath or May 16th.—Mr. Bert Govenlock had the misfortune to get kicked an the jeg by a colt about a week ago and has been laid up since but is now able to walk around.—Mr.McKay of the Collegiate Institute is Still confined to his resi- dence by illness but is recovering. — In the casualty lists a few days ago the name of Clarence Scott appeared as having been wounded in the recent great battle,but the regimental num- ber and lime designation was not the same as Mr. Clarence Scott of • this town. In order to make sure his fath- er applied to the military department at Ottawa for further particulars and received a, reply that no such name with the regimental designation given appears in any of the casualty lists. We tray, therefore, conclude that dur Clarence Scott is still seta—Mrs. Van Egonond of Egrnondville has received a letter from her on John, who, as, is known, is with the Canadian forces In Bermuda. He is well and enjoying soldier life, but is worrying because he is not with his con:patriots at the front.—In the list of wounded in the recent great battle we notice the name of Private Alexander McLennan, son of Mr. John -McLennan, janitor ,at the Seaforth post office. Private Mc- Lennan enlisted in Vancouver. ---be ex- tent of 'his' injuries has not ..yet been eagelved.--Mlas Bassett a the lielaotav- ish store was called. to Exeter 'Tues- day evening last on account of the death of her sister.—Within the 'past Iwo weeke Mr. J. F. Daly has sold Ford cars to the following parties: J. W, Walker, 'A. E. Forbes, Dr. John Grieve and J. W. Beattie, Seaforth, also to Robert Archibald, Leadbury, Miller Adams, McKillop, and Fred' Walton. Thts makes' fourteen cars mr. Daly 'has sold this season —Ir John Button of Toronto University is as-` stetting in the Collegiate during Mr. Ma/okay's illness.—air. 'Thos. Elderhas purchased the lot on John street 4ti the rear of the residence of Mr. Walter Willis, from Mr. F. Gutteridge, and in- tends erecting a. new. home on isit. Mr. Elder has secured a very eligible site for a handsome residencee--Mr. and Mrs. William Corbett of Fort -Saskatch- ewan are here thts week visiting at the home. of Mr. and: Mrs. A. D. Sutherland. They are on their honey- moon trip.—Mrs. W. El, Southgate has returned from a visit in Toronto' and other elties — Mrs, N. T. Adams of Blyth is in town visiting friends, Mrs. Adams has been quite III, but is• re- tovering.-- Mr. R. Prost has commenced ,the erection of a neat new hoase on tbe lot adjoining his residence. More teases are needed in Seaforth and we hope Mr. Frost's good example will .be followed by others.—The Art Exhibit at the Collegiate Institute on Wed- ineWay afternoon and evening, was lib- erally patronized and the display was trech and deservedly adinired. The pu- pils in attendance were unceasing in their attention to their quests and en the evening there Was vocal and instrpmental music and coffee was ser- ved.' -'-In the Methodist curch next Sun- day the subject for the morning will be "The Heavenly Visitor." The last In the aeries of "The Seven 'Churches?' Love Feast and Fellowship Service at the close. In the evening a Memorial Service will be conducted, The theme will be "A tribute to Our Heroes," Sacramental Service at the close. --Mr. John Best, son of Mr, J. M. Best of this town, has passe,d his -final ex- amination before the Law Soeiaty and Is now a full fledged barrisler. We wish our young -friend. much success In his chosen profession.—Miss Laura Dining, of near Hensall, is spending several days with friends in town. r TIM HURON EXPOSITOR • Atenataklailbity#0#0010...#0. Rave by the Towaship of Tuckeremith, which were now read and considered, adoption !being defered. Atter passing a number of accounts the Council ad - D , jammed to meet again on Monday, he 31st day of May at„ao o'clock, a,m., to hold Court _of Itevision on the Assess- ment Roll.—James Jordan, •Clerk. Dr. Forster of Stratiord, eye, ear, nose and throat specialist, will be at the Queen's Hotel, Sea. forth, on 3rd Waltiesday of each month from 11 90 For Sale at Bargain Price—Two 1 horse,:8 spring • 2471-3 wagons, useful to farmers particularly. Ap'ply at the Expositor office. fileatorth. -hre'ney'Will'ad—Wanted`7617olimyTtril7a wort - gage on farm of 109 acres in township of MoKillop, within one and a quarter. miles of Seaforth' and well improved, 88400. Apply at Expositor office, Principals only dealt with. 2,471-0 For Sale—Several r ood houses on easy terms. II. Edge, Seaforth. 2329. Dr. Heileman, Osteopathic Physfolan le at the Commercial Hotel every Tuesday and Friday from 8 to 12.80. See Professional Card page 7. 2446-M Marriage Liaenses issued by-Savauge and Stollery Jewellers, Ete., Beaforth. 22774 lidies tailor, is too busy to write, an advertisement, you will find him above Liven's groo: ery ,2469-tft , House for -Sale or Bent'—On Chalk at., Reatorth, near Victoria Park, large garden and.stabIe. Apply at the 'water wot ks, k, a.ht 2471 . Lawn Mowers -i -For a first class lawnmower get. a Whitman & Barnes, easy running and at prices to suit. I show the best value in loll bearirg mowers made in Canada, prices front $3.80 tO 89.CO. 'G. A, Sills, Hardware merchant, tieatorth, 2472.2,4 711G-giggDenrSetliOrth—A briok hoase on Goderich strset and aframe house on market street, both in first claescondition. Appiy to W. 0.1.• monds, Seaforth. 2471l-tf Dressmaking—Oran sewing done at moderate prices. .Folding go-cart for sale. App l3 to Mrs. II. •Oarnochan; Seaforth , 24734' Wool—Will be pleased to have all my tomer cus- tomers and others. Will eolimenee next week where I will take in. go. (3 warehouse is full of wheathnd I may nob be able to use it. James Beattie, Seaforth. Buggies—I have two good se.lond hand -for sale, cheap. Daly'a Garage,Seafor th. 2472.1 214m7g3gx1ies Field Crop CoMpetition. — The Sea - forth Agricultural Society intend con- ducting a standing field crop compe- tition as in former years. This year the competition will be in 'white oats, , and everyone desirous of entering should make application to Mr. M. Broderick, the Secretary, not later than May 181h, Seven prizes will be award- ed as follows: First, *20; second, $45; third, $12; fourth, :Tao; fifth, sixth, $6; seventh, 44. The Red Crass.—The Secretary of the Red Cross Society here has received frorr Mr. 3. Sterling Ryerson, Presi- dent of the Canadian Red Cross Socie- ty, written frorr London, England, on April 20th, the following lettere IL may interest your branch' to know that I have borrowed two pairs of the splendid blatkets. sent over by your branch for my sons at the seat of war. will return them into store at Bou- logne after I have done with them. I appreciate very much your fine gift. The Rink Company. — The annual meeting of the Seatorth Rink Associa- tion was held in the Dick House on Wednesday evening of last week. There was a good attendance of shareholders and the financial statement showed that the past season had been a most succeesful *one, a.' dividend of seven Per cent. being declared. The following efficers for 1915, were elected: Presi- dent, Wm. Ameet ; Vice President, John Beattie; Secretary -Treasurer„ Miss E Troyer. - A Generous Gift,—The firm of 'C. Keur & Sons, of Holland, offered to sand to -the Canadian Horticultural' So- ciety a large nurrber at bulbs consist- ing of gladiolas, tuberous begonias, gloxenlas and montbretia,s toe lie sold at wholesale prices and the proceeds given to the Belgian Relief Fund. ,The otter was accepted and about five thous- and of the bulbs will come .Nto Seaiorth, where they will be in charge of Mr. Wm. Hartry, Church St, They have ar- rived in New 'York, and are expected here within a few days. When they arrive a sign will be put up at the post - office announcing the fact and Mr. Her - try will be at his 'home each day after five p.m, to suply any person who wante ome. of them. The Late Mrs. Kennedy.—Alter four weeks' illness, a highly respected resl. dent of Seaforth, in -the person of Ann Robertson, relict of the late Angus Kennedy, of Tuckersfnith, passed peace- fully away on Wednesday, the 28th ult., at her -home in Seaforth, in her '861h year. The deceased was born in the Isle, of Skye, Scotland, aid: came to this country when quite young with her husband, who pre -deceased her 25 years ago. They settled on the.9th con- cession of Tuckersmith, where she cOn- tinued to reside until.the death of her eldest son, Nell, eight years ago, when she and her two daughters removed to Seaforth. The deceased is survived by three sons, Roland and Alexander of Tuckersneitle, and John of Sa-skatche- wan, and four daughters, Mrs John Molannon of Turaberry, Mrs. John „ HAVE you secured your New Wall Papers et?y If not, make it a point to come in and see our line. Design, Quality and price are the induce- ments we offer you. Thompson's Bookstore Seafortb. Window shades and picture fra;mes made to order. Staffa Women's Institute. The annual meeting of the Staffs. Women's 'nett- tL.te will be held at -the borne of Mrs. Robt. Dalton on Wednesday, May a2th, at '230 sena This being the .election of officers, all members are requested to attend; IN alt on An Entertainnient.—A drama entit- led "Afternoon Tea in Friendly Village In 1862,"' will be given in the Work? men's ,Hall Friday evening, May 21st, *der the auspices of the Women's 41,- etitute. The proceeds' to go for patrio- tic a.vork. . Brueelleld 1 Dled At The Front.—Mr. W. Wallace, who lbea, been reported dead at the front, wel,s wall knowsin and-arotmd Brucefield. He was employed for a sea- son withMessrs. Graham on the 3rd concession of Stanley.. He eat:ate the fleet contingent and. had been in, active service at the front iiince early In the War. He was an•Engliahman and was steady, industrious •and- well -doing and was well thought of by bis emplosr- -ers here and all who knew hillY ' Reynolds of Stratford, and Annie and .Margaret at home She is alsosurvived by 27 grand -children • slid 10 great - grand -children. The funeral took place on Friday morning from St. lames -Catholic Church; of which church.' de - °eased was a devout member. 'Requiem High Mass was sung by the Rev. Fath- er Corcoran, after vithith the remains were laid to test in the St. James cemetery, Seaforth. The pallbearers Were : 3. Keating, J. Canning, -1 Mc- Fadden, H. McMillan, A, McKinnon and J. Lennan, • Musical.—A musical recital was giv- en on Wednesday evening, April 28th, by the pupils a Miss Annie Govenlock, Who for some monthS past, had -been instructing them in the art of sight singing and choral work. The goodly attendance of paee.nts present at the home of Mr. .Johnl, R. Govenlock, where the function was held, had much rea- son to be pleased with the results at- tained. The selections rendered by the class. of boys and girls were kof a high class order, and the interpretation given by these ere& youngivoiceil Was a delight to bear. Miss Govenlock is- to be congratulated for the efficiency to which she has brought lier !pupils. and the pupils are deserving of praise for gratifXing Progress made in so en- Aerta, ining an art, The occasion was turther brightened by the serving of refreshments to the assembled guests, after which the young people .spent an hour or two of social gayety. 1t was all very enjoyable. • Lacrosse.—Mr. Joseph Lally, of Corn- wall, representing the Ontario Lacrosse 'Association, addressed .a union meet- ing Of the Seasforth Collegiate, public and Separate schools and *Egmondville school, in the public school here on Monday afternoon -last. The object Of the meeting was to furthereand create interest iri Canada's • great national game, The "speaker was introduced by Ur. J.' L. Killoran and gavo ta.rousing practical address oa the moral and physical benefits to be derived from good, clean, amateur athletics that' was listened. -to with Interest and enthusi- asm. It was 'decided to form a lacrosse 'league among the different schools and a schedule agames will shortly be drawn' up. We ihope• the 'league will kbe -the maatiw of bringing our national game back' to its own in the town a- gain,: because' lacrosse was one of the foretnest aneans of making Seaforth household word ,throughout Ontario a, few years ago, and deserves the mpst. liberal patronage of the citizens. • • - 'The Late Mrs. McGregor.—We made D brief refIrence last week to the, death od Mrs e dnald McGregor of ithie down Who paS. ed. away on Thursday of last week I,. after a painful and weari- some illnees of several years. Airs. Mc- Gregor's maiden name was Jane Ann Mural°. She was the eldest daughter of the. late .Andrew Murdie, one ,of the pioneer residents of McKillop. She was born on the Atlantic when her par- ents were on the way to Canada frorn Sutherlandshire, Scotland. On arriving In Canada in 1842, th.e7 tarried for a few 'months in the township of Ellis, Perth County, and then came to 'Mc - Kneel), and settled on the -old Murdie hornestead on the 4th concession, where the deceased resided until her marri- age with Mr. Donald McGregor, nearly half a 'century ago, when she resided with her husband on a farm a few miles distant until his death, when she same to reside in Seaforth, and where she was a much beloved and res- pected resident, She was a lady of a kindly and generous disposition and a warm and sincere frjend of every good cause. She had been confined to bed almost continuously fax lour years, be- ing an intense isufferer from ,some form of :rheumatism. But she bore her long confinement and severe sufferings with the utmost cheerfainess and Christian fortitude. She is Survived by one daugh- ter, Miss Mary, who was unceasing •in her affectionate' ministrations to her mother:during her long and trying ill- ness. An elder daughter, Mrs. (Dr.) Steele, died a few years ago. Mrs; Mc- Gregor is also survived by one sister, Mrs. ,(Dre Aitcheson of Ortonville, Mich., who iwas mucA with her during her illness-, also two brothers, Mr. Michael laraelle, of afclCillop, and Dr. William, Alurdie, of Detroit. . Bibbert . The Council.—The Council met on sAp- ril 19th, members :all present, the Reeve In the chair. The by-law for altering the boundaries for School Sections ti and by- taking lots 21 and East half of lot 2 nthe5th concession and lot 21 in the 6th and 7th conceseioas out of Schacd, Section No. 4 and putting them into School Section No. 3, was -read three times and passed. The Camp- bell dramn. debentures were disposed of to Mr. 11. Mahaffy at par. Copies - of the Engineer's report on the Broadioot and Tyndall drains were served on ,the .g.rx,Ammwem..s.ritatUMNLOM.-.F4TEVErilr...A.RIe CHOIR CONCERT ) • The choir of the _First Presbyterian Church, Seaforth, under the leader- ship of Mr. Nixon, will give a con- e ci ert n the church on the evening of TUESDAY, MAY lith . When the Cantata Festal Sono- will be given 6 Mr.•Kin, 13aritone, of London, and Mr. W. T. Hays, of Seaforth, will asiist the choir". - ' A cordial invitation is extended t all lovers of gocd music. 'Admission 25c Elyth Briefs.—Mr. Wore, of Kirkton, visit- ed his brother, M. Wm. oore, last week. Ile' purchased a good roadster from Mr, John Scott of Londesboro.— Mr, and Mrs. D. Moody sand lean, for- rrer residents of Blyth, have returned to 'town from North Battleford, Sask., and intend ,to remain here. Mrs.. Thos. Woodcock it /roving into the dwelling vacated by .Mr. and Mrs. Hoy.—Court of Revision of the Assessment Roll ,of Hullett, will be held in the Township Hall at 10 SAD. on Thursday, -May 27th; aide the hearing of appeals against- the McCall Extension Drainage By-law will be held at the esame .placq on that date at ItWO Blake Women' S Institute.—The annual meet- ing* of the Blake Woinen's Institute will be held at the home of eaers, Gil- bert Freckleton on Tuesday, May llth, at 2.30 o'clock. There will he -a dem- onstration of -cakes and cake eing by Mrs. Alex. sparka, and Mrs. Be N. Douglas. The April:meeting took place at the home of Mrs: William, Douglas. There was a good business program. and a reading by Mrs. R. -N. Douglas 'on "Packing aWay winter elothing"ft gave useful information on prevention' bfnidtbs, etc. Refreshments were serv- ed by Mrs. W, Douglas. A very suc- cessful social was held by the Ins- stittete at the borne of Mr.. C. Zapfs on March 26th. There we,s a splendid program of' songs, instrumental selec-: tons, and recitations, which was much enjoyed. A vote of thanks was accord- ed those who contributed to the pro- gram and to Mr. and Mrs..Zapfe for their hospitality by Mr. J. Manson, 'seconded by Mr. Douglas-. Godericie Colborne Murder Still A Mystery. -- The adjqurned inquest on the death of Robert Bean, who was murdered on his way Vome on the night of Sunday, April 15th, was held in the Colborne Township Hall at. Carlow, On Monday. Coroner Dr. A. C. Hunter was in charge of -the inquest. Dr. W. 0',,,GAllow gave his report onethe postanorteen examine,- ' tion of the body of the .deelased, and stated that death was iWaritaneous and was caused. by the chaegtof shot tearing to shreds the kft lithg, and fr the large -vessels leading om the heart. The size and shape of the wound plainly showed that the gun had been fired from behind and very closely to the body ofthe deceased. Atter the evidence of the doctors had been heard the Crown asked Tor an adjournment, and Coroner Hunter granted' an ad- journment until Wednesday, 5th May, at 2 p.m. The case is being handled by Inspector Reburn, of Toronto, but so far there is 110 solution to the ysteree Stanley The Late Robert Orr, Sr.—Another of the pioneers of Stanley, passed a- way peacefully on Tuesday last inethe person of Mr. Robert Orr, who bad been Ir f anal health and. blind for over 20 Years, He leaves to mourn his loss a widow, two daughters, Mrs. Cooney, of London, and Miss Sarah at home, and four spns all residing an, the Sees- ble Line. The funeral took place from his late residence on Thursday after- noon. Rev. A. McFarlane, of Bayfield, conducted the services at tlie house and grave. The pallbearers were Messrs. Samuel Sterling,John Watson, . Henry Talbot, Robert Turner, Robert Snow- den and Samuel Cleave. A number of relative's from a distance attended the Nota—Mr. Thos. McMillan was call - beg on friends on the Sauble Line re- cently.—Dr. Stoskopf,' of Zurich, pass- ed along the line in his,riew Ford car. —Mr, and Mrs. Richard Penhaie were the guests of their daughter, Mrs. Thos. Snowden, one day last week.—Mr. Wm. Orr, from 1111Isgreen, was home at- tending his grandfather's funeral. Crornarty Help the Good Cause.—Don't miss the. Patriotic lecture and concert in the Presbyterian Church on Friday even- ing. May tab., ander the auspices of the Red Cross Auxiliary. The committee have beere most fortunate in securing the Rev. T. J. Charlton, F.R.A,S„ or Mitchell, to deliver an addiess on the European war. Mr. Charlton's setvices as a lecturer are in great demand is he is a. most interesting and impres- sive speaker. The lecture will be inter- spersed with musical selectee/is by Mr. Cameron Geddes, base sploist, and the well-known male quartette, all of Mit- chell. Miss Bessie Bain will be accorret panist, and with entertainers of such' a high order, a full house is expected. The eause is urgent. The proceeds will go to 'the purchase of material for hospital comforts for our eoidiers. Notes. --Miss Bessie Bain, of Mitchell, spent a couple of days last weak at the home of her aunt, Mr. Currie.— bliss May Hogarth visited relatives In Goderich, for a few days recently, —The Misses Cameron and Ratherford of Mitchell, were guests of Mrs. P. Mc- Kellar this week.—Mrs. Hugh Brown, of Exeter, visited relatives In Cram - arty and vicinity last weeks—The beau- tiful gentle rain of the last few days, was Just what Was ne8ded for gardens and crops. Fall wheat promises to be excellent and spring arops are edready looking well. At .the present lime, pro - epees never looked 'brighter for an ts- bunflant harvest. , • , Ih,6 &lite Store - k • MAY 7 1.910 J. MACTAVISH Sucessor to The E, McFaul Co. Phone 22 Speaking of Silk . Gloves We are ready to show you "NIAGARA MAID' pure silk 'gloves. No better silk gloves for the money are made in .this country or a:' broad. Double tips, guar- antee ticket; 1 bearing trade maik. Lo -ng and short makes. : Price....soc to 1.25 The Quaity Store Hosiery tor warm Weather Wear We are ready to show the. new HOSIERY Specials that will wear well and. sat- isfy. Stocks die now con -7 piete for both children and _- -grown-ups,and you get here the best in fit, appearance' and durability. Ladies' Hosiery 12%c to $3 Children's - 1234c ;-..o soe. ummer Apparel Some Nem Arrivals in Ladies Home Dresses --= Durable enough fora tiv work— Attractive enough for street wear. Style and quality meet admirably in these pretty dresses; Tbey're--.. made not only to wear welt, but to look well. Featured in chambrays, fine ginghams and percateS:---a complete range of' sizes at each price.>-_,. $/. oo $1 . 251 $1 .50, $2.00 and $2.50. Spring Sewing Proving Wearisome . , Then come- here and select the! children's sturdy play frocks and school dresses. You Will find plenty of variev ip our line, for its eX--- ceptionally large. Materials are .ainghams, thambrays, crepes and per ales in all Popular shades and corors. Ages 2 tO 4,years t soc to $1.5.0. 1 a Wish Skirts for Outing and Street Wear • Especially fbr the out-of-doors days of summer you will want at east one or two wash skirts. They are cool, neat looking and very ractical too. 'wtre are showiuc, the 'latest arrivals in cords as,low as $1. nd uP to $3.o. r u Will Fairly Delight in ooking at the New Undermuslins Practical as well as Dainty are the Petticoats You may choose here from a liberal showing of the freshest, coolestwhite underskirts, garments of soft muslin and nainsook, trimmed witb. embroideries, laces and ribbons. In several graduations from soc to 1..so . Choice Combination Suits The most -practical garment for summer wear is the combina-tiou suit -1-•a union suit of corset cover and draviers. If you have never worst them you'll more than appreciate their convenience. Each ,part lacks nothing in attractiveness. Priced at $1.00 to $11.50 the suit. Appropriate Sleeping Gowns Certain pleasure is assured in the wearing a these night gowns, soft cambric and the new fluffy crepe fabrics, daintly trimmea. Good values specially priced at 5oc to 3.00. Special Pricing of Corset Covers Excellent ones at 15; 25c, soc to 1.25. Rarely will you see sue h, lovely garments priced so moderately—a result of a fortunate and wise purchase. A. Full Line of Knitted Undergarmouts We are showing a complete assortment of knitted underwear for ladies and children—union suits and two-piece suits in several grades and reasonably priced according to quality. Ioc, 12*y 15c to $x a garment. ;sue'cEssoR. TO -t MACTAVISH Uhe Ne rauI Cop- SBAFORTH.