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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1920-07-23, Page 4o« 46 THE HURON EXPOSITOR r NEW ADVERTISEMENTS `Warm Weather Goods—Stewart Bros. --S Washing Machines --George ' A. Sills -2 Clearing Sale—Greig Clothing Co. --1 Special Notice—H. Edge -1 White Footwear—W. G. Willis- 4 Good Service—H. R. Scott -4 Summer Blouses --J. Mactavish-8 .Aro You a Man or woman -5 Wallace Reid—Princess---8 For Sale --L. G. VanEgmond-8 For Sale—A. B. Brunsdon-5 'Executom Sale of Farm -5 For Sale—Mrs. John Malone -8 ' Notice to Berry Pickers—John Malone --8 THE HURON EXPOSITOR SEAFORTH, Friday, July 23, 1920. AN EXPLANATION We have been informed that there is a somewhat general belief among some of our readers and others that The Expositor refused to publish an advertisement in connection with the recent corner stone laying and garden party at the Egmondville Church. In these times of newspaper stress, how such a report could find belief, to us, at least, is incredible. However, the report having circulated, we wish to give it an emphatic denial. The facts of the case are these:, Some time before the date set for 'the entertainment, two members of the advertising committee called at this office and asked for prices on bills and advertising: These fiigures were, given and we urged at the time the advantage of carrying an adver- tisement in The Expositor because of its very large circulation in the town and vicinity. The cost, however, was more than the members of the com- mittee present expected, and they said they could not authorize such an expenditure without the consent of the whole committee, and that if such consent was given, they would return and leave the order and also the order for the style and number of bills they required. An hour or two after the full committee returned to the office and ordered their' bills, mak- ing no reference whatever to the ad- vertisement, d vertisement, and we naturally eon - eluded that their decision had leen -against running it. That is the reason the 'advertisement did not appear in The Expositor and that is the only,, reason. :DANGER FROM NEW DISEASE OF WHEAT Aside from rust and smut, Can- a• dian wheat crops have been found remarkably free from destructive plant diseases. Recently, howeveir, • there have been discovered in the U. S. A. two new diseas, "Flag .Smut" and "Take all" about the pres- ence of which there has been felt ;considerable alarm. Now up to the time of writing, Canada has not been invaded by either of these newj trou- bles, But growers should be 'ever •on the lookout for these and any other obscure trouble with which their practice has not made them thor- oughly familiar. "Flag smut," so called because the smut _occurs on the flags or leaves of wheat, is easily recognized by the long streak of smutty stripes running .along the leaves. The affected plants also show a peculiar tangled and twisted appearance as if the leaves w• ere wound around the stem. Any suspicious plant should be sent to the Division of Botany, Experimental Farm, Ottawa.' . "Take alI," as the name implies, takes all and is probably the most serious wheat disease known with the .exception of rust. In certain coun- tries, indeed, itis the more serious, .as is emphatically claimed by the practical grower as well as the scientific observer. The recognition in the field is not difficult. "Take all" is a root disease spreading from below up the stem for about one to two inches, discoloring the stem dark :brown. The affected plants may be pulled un very easily, their anchorage in the ground is very loose as com- pared to a sound plant. The affected plants turn yellow and finally 1 die, -taking straw and all. Both diseases are most likely conveyed by infected seed grain, hence it is most important to "nip these diseases in the bud" and report all suspicious cases at =once. The use of foreign wheats for seed is cautioned against, particularly wheat from Australia is under suspic- ion. ' NEWSPAPER SUSPENSIONS The reduction in the number of daily newspapers -by suspensions, absorp- tions and amalgamations, is not alone due to higher paper and other costs, but to changing conditions in the newspaper business, and is likely to continue for we are entering upon most critical times for them. The main supply of world-wide news is now furnished by the Associ- ated Press and several other news - gathering services. Exactly the same general, and much of the local, news appears in every daily newspaper in Canada. The same condition exists in the advertising columns. This standardization of news and advertis- ing service is likely to go on steadily improving and the publication of -more than one good morning or even- ing paper in a centre is becoming very much of a wasteful - duplication of effort. A good daily paper, even in the smallest centres, is well worth, and should be sold for five cents, and a family should be content with one. Rural weeklies, national weeklies and periodicals are in a different class. Their contents are entirely original. That is, they do not appear in any other publication. They ,are becoming increasingly more expensive to produce. The reading matter . in a single issue of a leading Canadian magazine costs more than eight to ten times the whole reading contents in a leading daily paper. The Free Press, Forest, Ontario, refers to the passing out, because of increased costs within the last few years, of eight of the fifteen news- papers published in Lambton County. This will be regretted by those who know country life in Canada. A rural weekly and small city daily is more 'of a public institution than a money- making enterprise. There are few editors of rural and smaller daily papers who are not underpaid, self- sacrificing public servants. They give more to than they get from their communities, and when they are leaders, 'as so many are, commanding respect and confidence, their papers are a great power. The Financial Post is in cordial sympathy with the action of Parliament in continuing to —in spite of the opposition of the big city dailies for whom R: L. Rich- ardson, M.P., spoke—to transport rural weeklies free of charge to their local districts. Another phase .of good work these local papers do is to keep those who go out into the world, to the big centres and . foreign parts, in touch with their , old homes. For that reason we would also favor carrying copies of rural papers going to these subscribers free of postage. This is really a great national service, a good indestment for the country. There are few men or 'women who do not hope to go back to and -do something for the old home. If the world treats them well, they -want to share the 'good things with the schools, churcls and institutions in their old. hornet Many of them 'do. These generous thoughts can be best retained by keeping them constantly in touch with the doings at' home. There is only one way—the local newspaper. No matter how busy we are we make time to read that, if iit comes to us. At one time these papers were carried free to any sub- scriber in Canada or in the .United States, but Dr. Coulter dropped this very soon after his advent to the Deputy Postmaster -Generalship. - It was a very serious ,mistake. Thous- ands of Canadians were cut off who have never since regained touch. We submit these facts to Parlia- ment with the suggestion that they, the M. P.'s, seriously consider whether —as` a good business proposition— we should not permit these rural weekly and smaller dailies an unlimit- ed free postal area. The investment will he'trifling and the return to the nation -very profitably: Financial Post. • ` ° CHISELHURST Notes.—The major part of the hay- ing is now done and many in this section have cut their fall wheat, which promises good returns. The spring wheat is nearly a . failure.— Mrs. John McLean, whose health has not been good for some 'time, under- went an operation in St. Joseph's Hospital, London, on Thursday of last week and she is improving as well as can be 'expected.—Mrs. W . Slavin is at present confined to her room seriously ill, but it is to be hop- ed that her indisposition is only temporary 'and that she will soon be better.. ,Mr. `George Dalrymple is suffering from an attack of pleurisy. It is rather unfortunate for him at such a busy time but `hope he may soon regain his usual health. ITINIMMINTEIMMOMMIN MANLEY Notes --Rev. J. M. Eckart, who has been sojourning amongst us the past two weeks, returned to New York on Wednesday to resume his mission work in the Eastern States. — The lawn social given in Fred Kehlor's grove on Wednesday evening was a decided success, and all enjoyed them- selves to the utmost.—Rev. Father Stephen Eckart, from Milwaukee, paid us a flying visit. He came to see 'his mother and took in the golden jubilee in St. James' church, Seaforth. It is seven years since .his last visit and. he finds a great many changes —Mrs. T. McKay and Mrs. W. M:anlep were visiting under the parental, roof of Mr. C. Eckart during the week. HENSALL To Our Readers.—We regret that we, are unable to give our column of most _interesting Hens -all news s this week . as our . correspondent • is in Niagara Falls, representing Hensall Masonic Lodge at the Grand Lodge being held in' that city. However, Mr. Sutherland needs a holiday if any person does and we know our readers will join' The Expositor in the wish that, he Will thoroughly enjoy it, and return safely 'to us before next week. Briefs.—The annual congregational Sunday school picnic of the Presby- terian church will be held at Grand Bend on Thursday, July 29th, on the south side of the park. Cars to leave the church .at nine o'clock sharp. Any- one wishing conveyances please leave names with M. Rennie not later than Monday night. Bring baskets.— CONSTANCE ' Notes.—Miss Stella Clarke and Miss Myrtle Lawson attended the summer school at Alma College, St Thomas, last week as delegates for the Sun- day School.—Mr. Frank O'Brien, of Staffs, visited at the home of Mrs. Regan on Sabbath last.—While Mr. Charles Hoggarth, of the 9th cones: cion, was taking off a load of hays the trip rope broke, letting him fall off the load, fracturing four of his ribs and he was otherwise badly shaken up.—The heavy rain on Sunday last accompanied -with hail did .consider- able damage to the grain, levelling it pretty well to the ground. The corn looks as if it has gone through a shredder, the leaves of the mangolds are pretty well battered up and any gardenn stuff .exposed was badly cut up with the hail.—Mr. and Mrs. Howitt and Mr ;and Mrs. Cook, of Auburn, spent Sdnday -at the home of Mr. Benj. Snell. --!-Miss Vera Dodds, of Clinton, is visiting: relatives and' friends here.—Mrs. McDonald, of Staffa, is visiting her sister, Mrs. William McIntosh. WALTON• i Notes.—Dr. and Mrs.'eGardiner have. returned to their home in Mount Morris, which is _ a short distance from'-Chicago.—There was a very heavy rain fall -on Sunday morning which was accompanied by an elec- trical storm. Mr° R. McLeod's stable was struck but very little damage was done.—A -few from the village picnicked at Bayfield last Saturday. —Mrs. Earl McLeod and children, from Vancouver are visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. McLeod.— Dr. Marsh and daughter are visiting at the home of Mr. and_ Mrs. A. Gardiner.—Haying is pretty well done. The wheat is almost ready to cut.— Mrs. James Mobray and family left this week for 'Louisiana—Quite a number . from this district .attended the funeral of ` Mr. William Archibald in Egmondville. Mr. Archibald at one time lived on the place now occupied by Mr. Tolmilson.—Next Sunday, July 25th, services will be held in the Methodist Church, Walton, at 2.30, when the; Sacrament of the Lord's Supper will be administered. BEECHWOOD Notes.—Miss Ella 'Canning, of To- ronto, .is the guest of her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Canning.. —Mrs. J. O'Reilly received word re- cently of the death of her ,son's wife, Mrs. Michael O'Reilly, of Eureka, Cal. Mike is an old Beechwood boy and his many friends here extend him their heartfelt sympathy in his bereavdment.-=•Mrs. Smith, of Cam- lachie, is; a visitor at the home of her brothers, the Messrs: Ferguson. —Mr. August Hicknell still continues in poor health.—Mr. and Mrs. John McAleer and son and daughter motored to their home in Detroit last week after a two weeks' visit with friends here.—Miss Frances Givlin is attending summer -school in Guelph. BLAKE Notes.—Anniversary services will be .conducted in Blake Presbyterian Church next Sunday, July 25th. Rev.' D. Johnston,- of Lucan; a former pas- tor,'will preach at 11 o'clock a:m., and at 7.30 p.m. Mr. J. Beattie, Mr. Igrael and Mr. DeLacey, of Seaforth, will assist the choir. All are cordially invited to attend.—Miss Margaret Johnston, of Hensall, returned home after visiting at the home of Mr.- and r:and Mrs. John Parke. --Mr. and Mrs. JakeKennel and family,apent the week end with friends at Hamburg. --Mr. and Mrs. Gutschalk and little daugh- ter, of Bad Axe, Michigan, are visit- ing at the home- of Mr. and. Mr`s. H. C. Zapfer.—Mr. and Mrs. Longford, of Kerwood, called on friends in this vicinity - on Saturday.—Mr. and Mrs. Earl Weido, of Zurich, spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Johnston.—Mr. Sam Orsch, of Bruce - field, called, on friends in the village- on Sunday. The Misses Marybel and Jean Carnie have returned_ home after spending a couple of 'weeks with friends near Brucefield.—The Pres- byterian congregation here purpose holding their anniversary services next,, Sunday, July 25th, when Rev. Danil Johnston, of Lucan, is expected to preach 'at 11 a.m. and 7.30 in the evening. A very cordial invitation is given to all friends of the congrega- tion, regardless of denomination. Ample provision will be made for the entertainment of all corners. Special music is being prepared. McKILLOP Oituary.—Early on the morning of July 16th fled the spirit of Stephen Sylvester, infant son of Mr. and Mrs Joseph O'Rourke, of the 6th - conces- sion. The little fellow had been in delicate health for a few months, and the best medical treatment and kind attention of the parents failed to re- vive him. The parents in their bereavement have the sympathy ' of the community. The funeral was on July 17th to St. Patrick's cemetery, Dublin, and was largely attended. The little pallbearer , were Stephen Murray, Patrick Flannagan, Francis` Maloney and Joseph O'Rourke. Death: of Mrs. Ferguson.—Death removed an old and most highly re- spected resident on Sunday last in the person of Mrs. Jessie Ferguson, widow of the late John Ferguson, in her 60th year. Mrs. Ferguson had been a sufferer from heart trouble for some years, and when she contracted pneumonia a few. days before, her death her enfeebled condition could not throw off the attack. Mrs. Fergu- son was a daughter of the late Archi- bald Ferguson and was born on the homestead farm, lot 13, concession 7, where she resided until her marriage to Mr. John Ferguson, of Michigan, twenty-six years ago. They resided in Michigan until eleven years ago when she returned to McKillop with her husband who died .ai short time after their return. Since the death of Mr. Ferguson,. Mrs. Ferguson has resided with her brothers. She was a woman of kindly disposition, and a true friend and her presence will be greaftly missed he the home and neighborhood, wh.ere she was so well known. She Js survived by two bro- thers and two sisters: Mrs. Joseph Gibson, of McKillop, and Mrs. Daniel Smith, of Sarnia, and Archie and William in this township. The fun- eral was held on Tuesday and was very largely attended, interment be- ing made in the Maitlandbank ceme- tery. KIPPEN A social ( will be held on the Methodist Church grounds next Wednesday, July 28th, 1920. Supper will be served from 6 .to S p.m. Mr. Reginald Hudson, ,of London, will. be the .chief entertainer. Admission 35c and 20c. 2745-1 Notes.—The Mission Band Social, held on the Manse , grounds Monday evening last, was a very successful af- fair, despite the cold weather which prevailed. Excellent music was fur- nished by the Kiltie Band, of Clinton, and the grouinds were beautifully lighted by the Delco lights. The a- mount taken in at the gate amounted to $85.—Mr. Richard Johnston, of Ashfield and brother, Albert, of Wawanosh, and Mr. and Mrs. Clark, of Lucknow, were the past week, vis- itors at their brother's home here,— Mr, W. M. Doig, of Port Huron, is at his home here, giving attention to the storing of his hay crop. Mr. Doig is a busy Haan, when he has his farm to look after as well as his law prac- tise in Port Huron.—Fall wheat cut- ting is now in hand and all report the crop and sample good. -The spring wheat is rather a poor yield. - Mr. Beck, of London, has men busy motor- ing saw Iogs from this part to the city. Mr. Beck finds it not so expensive as -shipping by train.—Mrs. W. H. Johnston and daughter, Dr. Mary, are this week in Toronto. Miss,Mary, who, for some months, has nt been in good health, , has gone for treat- ' ment, and the best wishes of all friends are that she may have good results and come homey with renewed health and vigor.—Mr. Thomas Mc- Clymont,. of London, is spending a visit at the home of his song James, of the linage, and among his many ti old time friends, who are all pleased to see him looking so hale and hearty. To see Mr. McClyrnont stepping a- round in our village looks like old times. Mee McClymont spent over 40 years as a highly esteemed' resident. —Mr. John Fluker and daughters, of Auburn, visited with relatives in this vicinity the fore part of the,_ week.— Mr. Robert Fisher and daughter, Miss Hazel, `of Neeland, Manitoba, are visiting with the fermer's sister, Mrs. Joseph Hood, and other friends here. —The Misses Jean and Jessie Mc- Kenzie, of •Bayfield, visited 'their uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrb. Alex. Mc- Keraie, of the village during the week.—Miss Mary Hay, of Stratford, is' visiting her sister, Mrs. Roberti Thompson, south of the village.—Mr. Alex. Sproat, of Toronto, is visiting with his brother, William, of Tucker - smith, and among friends here.—Mr. Allen Fisher, of Stanley, has been en- gaged asteacher to teach in the Parr Line School, north. We are . sure Allen will prove a capable and pains -7 taking teacher, and the trustees have made no mistake in securing him. We wish . him success in the teaching pro- fession.—Miss Agnes Sproat, of Tuck- ersmith, is holidaying at the Bend. BRUCEFIELD Mission Work.—Owing to unforseen circumstances the Kelly Circle was un- able to hold 'its meeting on the regu- lar day, so accepted the kind invita- tion of the Senior Society to join with them in a joint meeting. The meeting was made all the more in- teresting in that ,Mrs. (Rev.) McLean, of Egmondville, addressed the meet- ing and gave a splendid talk. This was Mrs. McLean's first visit to the Brucefield societies but we will all be glad to have her back again. At the close, _of the meeting the Kelly members withdrew to .the session room and held a short business meet- ing,' -fifteen members being present. At the August meeting on August 5th, a special collection will be taken up to defray expenses for material bought for hospital supplies. At the August meeting the leaders appoint- ed for the Jtily meeting, Miss Mary Gilmour and Miss Kate- McGregor, will take the meeting. Notes.—On Friday evening last Mr. A. Clark, of Hensall, D. D. G. M., and his installation team, were here .and installed the officers of the I. 0, 0. F. ,into their respective 'offices. The officers are as follows: N. G., F. Aikenhead; V. G., D. Ainkenhead; R. C.,'C. Ham; P. C., T. Baird; Treasurer, J. A. McEwen. At the close of the meeting lunch ,was served and all had an enjoyable evening. — Miss V. Brickle, of Toronto, is this week the guest of Mrs. W. DI McIntosh, at the Manse.—Rev. James Foote, of Exe- ter, was this week visiting at the home of his' father, Mr. J. Foote, of Bannockburn:—Miss Foot , of Mich- igan, is visiting this we with Miss Annie Fote: Mrs. Cartney, of Manitoba, is visiting wit her sister, Mrs. William Scott and Mrs. A. Douglas, of the village.—The Misses Mamie, Alice and Mable Swan, Jessie Gemmel, Alice Rattenbuty, along with Mrs. J. D. Gemmel,- are enjoying a well earned holiday at Sunset Rest Cottage, Bayfield.—Rev. and- Mrs. W. D. McIntosh and Master Grant. ac- companied by their friend, Miss Brickle, were visiting with friends. in Nairn this ' week. Remember the pic- nic on Thursday next, July 29th. The Sport Committee are busy arranging the programme of races, games and tug-of-war, which is already causing no small amount of interest. Come one and all; join in the fun and make this the day of the season, July 29th. TUCKERSMITH Farm Sold.—Mr. Wiljliam Eltoajt has sold his fine farm on the second concession to Mr. J. P. Cole. This is one of the best farms in, the township, with excellent buildings. Mr. Cole will get possession of his fine new homeethis fall. West End Notes.—Haying is now nearly finished and most of the fall wheat will be cut this week.—Mrs. Arnold and Miss Arnold, of Chatham, visited friends here last week.—Mrs. Terryberry, of Lambeth, who has been visiting her son Dere, returned home this week. A Great Record. Mr. Robt. Beattie, teacher of No. 5 school, has a teach- ing record that is unsurpassed and we doubt if it is equalled in the coun- ty At the recent Entrance Examina- tions he had seven pupils writing and all passed with honors. 'In addition to this one -of them, Miss Annie Strong, had the proud di tinction of winning the country scholarship with a total of 691 marks, an ,average of 92 per cent., the highest marks ob- tained in the county. Another pupil, Miss Bertha Beattie, was only five marks behind with a total of 686 or This is the fifth time Mr. Beattie have car- holarship, twice in the f West Huron at No. 91% per cent. that pupils Tied off the s Inspectorate 14, Stanley, and three times at No. 5, Tuckersmith. - Football.—Tuckersmith boys, the present holders of the famous Craw- ford Cup, have an unbeatable team this year. They have already played seven games and won them all. On Monday last ,they played a benefit game in Mitchell for W. McKay, who had his leg broken in Seaforth in a game the week before, winning by a score of .1-0 from a picked team, not by any means all residents of Mitchell. This is the third time they have trim- med Mitchell this year. The next game for the cup will be played against Seaforth at the Recreation grounds, on Monday evening next. The Tuckersmith line up will be as follows: Goal, J. lfawthorne; Backs, Mclvor and R. McKay; Half Backs, A. Kennedy, A, Nicholson, S. McMil- lan; Forwards, P. Chesney, W. Wright, R. McGeoch, J. McMillan and P. Doig. School Report.—The following is the report of School Section No. 7, Tuckersmith, for the June prthnotion exams. The pupils' names are ar- ranged in order of merit. Sixty per cent. of the total is a pass, and 75 per cent is honors. Promoted from Jr. IV to Sr. IV --:-Marguerite Black 81, Willie Black 78, GertrudeWebster 75, Ethel .Cameron 62. Promoted from III to Jr. IV—Davie McIntosh 81, John McGee 74, Alice Thompson 72. Promoted from Jr. III to Sr. III —John Powell 64. Promoted from P • Sr. II to Jr. Ilf--Jean Webster' fib, Rea McGregor 68, Pearson Charters 68; -Isabel Cameron 67%. Promoted from Jr. II to Sr. II—Charlie Mason 82, Irene Nash 81, Margaret Forrest 80, George Black 72. Promoted from Sr. I to Jr. II—Mona McGregor 85, Dorothy Nash 83, Eddie Boyce 81, Arthur Thompson 76, Alvin McGill 74, Isabel Forrest 71. Sr. Primer— Helen Thompson, Arthur 'Powell, Sylvia Roney: Jr. Primer --George Powell, Lloyd' McGee, Margaret Broadfoot,. James McGill, Beth For- rest, Minnie -Nash. The ' prize for_ regular attendance from Christmas to midsummer was .mon by . John Mc- Gee and Pearson Charters (ties); both boys .missed one day, on. account of `illness. the highest mark for daily spelling from Christmas to holi. days was obtained by Charlie Mason with George Black a close second, only one mark behind.—M. Mc- Naughton, Teacher. Died In The West.—The following obituary notice from the Southern Manitoba Review, of Cartwright, Manitoba, will be read with regret, by many here, the deceased being a daughter of Mrs. Margaret Fowler, �. of nether, Malnitoba. Them Revijew says: There was great surprise last Friday, July 9th,when the sad news became known tat Mrs. P. J. Lowe had passed away.after a brief illness. The deceased lady, who was a daugh- ter of the late James Fowler, of the Mather district, ti4as born et Kil- larney on October 13th, 1891, being in her 29th year at the time of her death. Four years ago she was unit- ed in marriage to Sergt. P. J. Lowe, and on his return from overseas ser- vice they purchased the farm of Mr. G. A.- Foster, four miles north of Mather, where her death took place. The late Margaret- Ellen Lowe was a member . of the Presbyterian church, the W..' C. T. U! Harmony Rebekah Lodge, and President of .Rock Lake district Young People's Guild. She will - be greatly missed in the com- munity for her sterling character and loving disposition endeared her in the hearts of many and won the highest respect of .all who were in the circle of her acquaintance. The funeral, one of the largest ever held in the Mother district, was conducted by the Rev. G. L. Waite, pastor of the Union Church at Mather, the Rebekah Lodge of which she - was a member taking charge of - the service at the grave- side. The sympathy of the whole community goes out to the bereaved and sorrowing mother and brother. , LIVED 127 YEARS, DIED . OF OLD AGE Thorhas Morris, who died near Broken Bow, a 'short distance from Grand Island recently was in his, 127th , year. Mr. Morris was born, in Berren, North Wales, Scotland, I on January 15, 1794. He was a very' aged man when he came to this country, and - no one ever knew him other than as a very .old man. The remnants of the Bible in' which was inscribed his birth -date are in the possession of the Mytton family, and those who visited' the old gentleman. never hesitated to say that he was the oldest man they ever met. Mr. Mor- ris livedin his little -room at the Mytton home, where he received every possible care. Stone =blind, hardly able ,to hear, and unable to walk or to leave his room for the past several years, he retained his mental faculties and had a good ap- petite. Mr. Morris was said to be the oldest white man living in; the United States, and possibly in the world. At least his intimates declare that there is no record of a man., who is his senior, and many people had traveled many miles to see this old Scotchman. It was said that Thomas Morris was never married. When the occasion permitted he used liquor and smoked a pipe. Through a chain of circumstances Charles Mytton became the adopted son of the old man when 14 years of age. Mytton's parents were sep- arated, and, finding life not agree- able with either, he was taken Op by Mr. Morris. They had lived to- gether for about half a century. Mr. Morris, according to Mr. Mytton, first started making a livelihood as a butcher in Scotland, but soon gave this up and took up his life -work as a cobbler, and worked at that trade about 106 years. He lost his lady love, Morris often asserted to Mytoon when a young man. She was 'an English lassie and he re- ained true to his affection. 4VIr. Morris was born club-footed, his left foot turning in. This de- formity no doubt kept him from en- gaging in a more active . business. Mr. Mytton and his foster -father were among many others who emi- grated to the United States, coming to this country on Oct. 3rd, 1871. First they located at Streator, Ill., and later at Blackstone, Ill. He remem- bered well how, on a Sunday morn- ing, they started from New York for the West atter a 13 weeks' voy- age. • They sailed from Liverpool in the Colorado, and landed at Castle Garden, and 15 days later were in New York. The two ' lived insepar- ably in Illinois until 1881, when they moved to Missouri. In 1886 they located in Custer County, where Mr. Mytton bought land. Mr. Morris continued to -follow his trade as a shoemaker and had a. shop at- West- erville for a number of years but still the Mytton place was always his home. Mr. Mytton is now a„ man of family. His children are all grown and all took a great interest in the old man, making things as comfortable for him as possible, It was about twenty years ago that Mr. Morris quit work, but still he was active until recent years. When over one hundred years old, and af- ter he had quit pegging away on the bench, he took to fishing, and, with his lunch under his arm, walked a mile and a half to Clear Creek, and he generally\ carried home some fish too. He made his last fishing trip in, his one hundred and seventeenth year. About ten years ago Mr. Morris's eyesight failed him in one eye. Later he became entirely blind. 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' Post -card pictures have been received by the Mytton family of the old stamping -ground Mr. Morris was reared in the Epis- copal Church bf England, but when he became one hundred years old he joined the Catholic Church under Father - Daily, : then the priest -in southern Custer County. Always living a quiet and peace- ful life, Me. Norris was never known to be seriously. sick. When slightly indisposed he soon recovered, and • C his remedy was generally a drink 0t liquor. One thing, -indeed, the mem• burs of his household coudel not ma him understand was that he coui� not -secure any more of it. To bin this is the strangest thing that eva happened. "Rope" was his pet na for whiskey, and whenever members of the family went to town before May 1st, 1916, he -generally ordered., more "rope." It was always a :stim-2 ulant for him. Obviously, he was a great care, but Mr. and Mrs. Mytton, as well as- .j the children, • saw to it that every thing possible was provided for the .comfort of "Old Tom." - MMI NMI MEI IM▪ O U▪ NE he Western Fair LONDON September 11 to 18 THE GREAT' AGRICULTURAL AND LIVE Ei STOCK 'EXHIBITION OF WESTERN ONTARIO 3 5 000.00 IN PRIZES AND ATTRACTIONS �3, �S O Mak NMI MOM ✓ IM Johnny J. Jones Exposition on the Midway' FULL PROGRAMME TWICE DAILY Auto Polo, Music, Fireworks. ' Two Special Events Daily.. Exhibits of all kinds. SOMETHING DOING EVERY MINUTE E General Admission 50c. Children 15c. Auto and Driver $1.00 All information from the Secretary E Lt. -Col. W. M. Gartshore, President. M 11•▪ 1 • 4 ea▪ t emOr an▪ a JIMN▪ I RIM .r MEW mite - A. M. Hunt, Secretary. i The Shoe Store That Serves You Best. We buy our shoes of the best man- ufacturers, and if you are hard to • fit in shoes, our store is ' the best place for you to ,buy. IN THE FIRST PLACE we carry ood shoes only IN THE , SECOND : PLACE we know how to fit shoes and are a help in finding just what you want. If your ideas are harder to fit- than your feet, you'll find in our stock of shoes every conceivable shape and style, weight and leather. We fit Y g shoes to feet not feet to shoes. H. R. ST THE HOME OF GOOD SHOES OPPOSITE- CANADIAN BANK OF COM MEECH. ' Z der chi 4 sz t tur :s 3-e 2�To. Ste C. L- o ¢Ori WI f On $2 no 00 to Glo Uri 154; $3.7 $81;: Stra Tom. abs stii $9 S7 to celcel , p # 318; 310. wet $1? - S� at wee and '4 1 tog s• $12 rho to $ the $6. for $12 Sh. 1: 12 49 vv. to . ce tri so dee .n. cep -6 ce, cern ro Iss did too to eas, be wit ca m J 22, 1,1 Ins SO;