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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1929-05-10, Page 1SEVENTIETH YEAR WHOLE NUMBER. 3204 AUTCMO TEE TOWN DOCTOR crhe Dar r 62 Towns) SUS IL1E PARKING IIS VITAL TO COPS/ MUNITY BUSINESS The parking situation is a serious problem to every city, town and vil- lage in the country. . It is not always the fault of the present generation that many com- munities have horse and buggy thoroughfares, and seldom can an increase of parking space in the business section be created fast enough to keep up eeith the ever-increasing number of automobiles. At the same time, the amount of retail business done in a community and the amount of business to be derived from motor traffic depends to no little degree upon the amount of available curb parking space. A given block can accommodate only so many automobiles—an adjacent lot has a given capacity and no more. Therefore, it is a problem of two things—turnover of space or getting more cars in and out of one space in a given length of time, and eliminating the deadhead or non -business pro- ductive cars that occupy the available space. The first is a matter of a parking time limit, requiring a city ordinance taking into consideration that the specified time limit is equitable; such an ordinance is only as good as enforced. The second is a matter of common, everyday business judgment and foresight and -co-operative fairness by and among the business people and citizens in general, and in this way the park- ing space of most communities can be, figuratively speaking, increased all the way from ten to twenty per cent. In a recent survey of parking conditions in a widwestern city, it was learned that of the parked cars in the down town area, (the check being made in the morning, at noon and in the late afternoon), 23 per cent. of the available parking space was occupied continuously from morning to night by the carne cars, 81 per cent, of which were cars owned by local business and professional •people—two merchants having two cars each for the full day; also that the average parking time per car was two and one- half hours; therefore, each car parked continuously deprived three and one- fifth customers of a space to park. In other words, the merchants in this town, by their carelessness, thoughtlessness, or for their own convenience, were driving a fifth of their trade away. At the same time, this survey proved that in many cases local merchants had ample parking space at the rear of their stores, some of whom had available garage space, unoccupied. The majority of the merchants in•'this town complained of lack of busi- ness or stated that they could "stand" more business—many "cried" about business when they could, by a little thinking plus a very small amount of effort and inconvenience, automatically make possible an increase in busi- ness of from 15 per cent. to 20 per cent, for themselves and the community. You cannot expect business from your trade zone, from other towns or from motor traffic if you do not provide a place for potential customers to park the cars they use as a means to get to your city. And remember, if your community, yen -I. -town, doesn't do it, some other town will and the town that does it will get the business. Copyright, 1929, A. D. Stone. Reproduction prohibited in whole or in 1part. This Town Doctor Article, one of a series of fifty-two, is published by The Expositor in co-operation with the Seaforth Lions Club. THE WEEK EN OTTAWA (By R. J. Deachman) The caption of this article ought to be changed. To speak accurately it ought to be entitled "Three Weeks." Parliament has spent three weeks, more or less, in discussing what might be termed, mindr transactions in Post Office affairs. The Opposition long ago decided to arrange for a political target. Mr. Peter Veniot, Postmas- ter General, was selected as the mark for the shooting. It was assumed in the first case, that the public—the voting public, men and women from one end of the country to the other, were tremendously interested in the appointment of a Postmaster at a place called Simcoe. To tell the truth the public didn't give a tinker's malediction who secured that particu- lar post office. If the train happened to be late and the mail was delayed, they were interested, but why should a man living in Elm Creek, Peace River or Agassiz, worry as to who secured a political appointment. The person residing in these places did' not worry—the Opposition apparent- ly thought that he did. So the sub- ject� was discussed for a long time without very great and fruitful re- sults. Another Case. Then a Postmaster down in New Brunswick, who had been living on the generous tripend of one hundred and forty-four dollars per annum or at least receiving that for the ser- vices which he rendered in the handling of His Majesty's Mail, went short in his accounts. The Inspector for the district went after him and it seems that an ar- rangement was made by which the gentleman was to pay back the money to the Department. The In- spector guaranteed the return of the money. That seems like a fairly gen- erous act on the part of the Inspec- tor, but let us see what followed. The Postmaster returned some of the money direct to the Department and then he turned some of it over to the Inspector, and the Inspector, it seems, kept the money too long; he did not remit it to the Post Office De- partment as promptly as he ought to have remitted it and so the Depart- ment got after the Inspector. That looks like being pretty close to the end of the story, but mixed up with it there was a certain amount of petty jealousy, where one Govern- ment official didn't think he was get- ting as fair a deal as the others in regard to promotion. These things, generally speaking, are the curse of Government service. Jealousy is the witch's broth. There are three plac- es in which the grim spectre exhibits itself. The first is in domestic rela- tions, where the man becomes suspic- ious of his wife, or the wife becomes suspicious of the husband. The sec- ond, is in political employment, where each man feels that the other fellow is getting the best of him. The third is in the House of Commons, where many times a man is afraid to do what he ought to do or does things which he shouldn't do, merely because he is jealous of the work of some other man and he wants to break ev- en with him on the great field of combat whexie all the warriors are in night. It's all very interesting, this case of the $144 postreasterahip. It sug- gests amusing possibilities. Per in- stance, our 13anit 1`vI'anagers at their annual meeting, might diaeuss the fact of some young chap in one of the branchee who defaulted and got ravray with a certain mita of honey. The annual meeting of the C. P. R. might be made interesting by the discussion of the defaltation of some conductor who didn't turn in all the fares he collected. While a church conference or assembly might discuss the inter- ests of somebody who took the cop- pers from the collection plate, (that is assuming that coppers are still put on the collection plate in the older Provinces of Canada).' Justice and Mercy. One can hardly envy the position of a Postmaster General in these cir- cumstances. Some poor chap, receiv- ing very small reward for his ser- vices gets away with some money which does not belong to him. Jus- tice of course suggests that the man ought to be sent to the penitentiary. The minimum sentence in a case of this kind is three years and the guilty person who suffers this temporary relapse, perhaps under circumstances of great temptation, comes out a marked, a broken and a ruined man. I recall the case of a young man in the service of a friend of mine many years ago. During the absence of his employer, he took a total sum of five hundred and fifty dollars. Ex- amination of the books revealed the fact. He was guilty, but he served no time in the penitentiary for the offence. The incident slipped my memory until years afterwards I met my old friend and in the course of the con- versation I said, "What happened to Jones (let us call him that, because that was not his name). This is the story I got: Jones promised to return the money. He went away. Mile went to the States. Nothing was heard from him for sev- en or eight months. Then my friend began to receive remittances from him. He repaid the entire amount— returned to Canada, became prosper- ous; is now married and occupying a prominent place in the business life of one of our western cities. "Wouldn't I have been the criminal," said my friend, "if I had sent him to jail and ruined his life?'? "In men whom some call bad, I find so much of good. In men whom some have deemed divine, I find so much of sin and blot. I hesitate to draw the line Between the two, where God has not." Truly, the task of a Postmaster General is not all sunshine. Other Things. But if Parliament has indulged during the past week, in the pastime of playing with diminutives, the busi- ness of the country still goes on. Emigration to the States is less than ever before. The immigration from the States is increasing. The total immigration has increased ma- terially during the past year. Unemployment was never less. Em- ployment is at a higher level than ever before. Many places are reporting record custom receipts. It is stated that Income Tax this year has been paid more promptly, one might almost say more cheer- fully than usual, though there is nev- er a great deal of hilarity about pay- ing income tax. We are beginning to talk of a re- cord grain crop in the west and one may expect to see any day in the papers the report from the North West Grain Dealers' Aaeociation of the expectation of a very large crop. We area rapidly crec.singa our Pro- duction of copper. The oil produc- tion of the Turner Valley is growing. Aeroplanes are covering the North, scouting for minerals. There is talk of building a pipe line from Calgary to Winnipeg, to carry gas for the heating of the Prairie Metropolis. The Hudson's Bay Railway will soon be finished—so will the Welland Canal. Then we may deepen the St. Lawrence, build the Chignecto Canal which Senator Logan wants—or is it, needs—so badly. Then the only thing remaining to be done will be the building of the ]Prince Edward Tun- nel. Ours is a goodly heritage. HO TER'S DAY Windsor, May 4, 1929. Let us pause for a moment in the mad rush for the ever elusive talisman. 'Let us hearken back to the days of our childhood. Let us pon- der for the day on the greatest natural asset mortal man has or had in this world—his mother. The second Sunday of May has been set aside for the special honor and commemoration of mothers who have journeyed on. On that day also, mothers who are still with us, should be honoured and remembered in some special and fatting manner. A beau- tiful symbolism is observed as part of Mother's Day exercises. If our mother has passed to her great re- ward, we wear a white flower; if God has still spared her, we wear a red. The carnation is an ideal flower for the purpose. Its whiteness stands for purity; its form, beauty; its frag- rance, love; its wide field of growth, charity; its lasting qualities, faith- fulness—all true mother attributes. Miss Anna Jarvis, of Philadelphia, was the first one to suggest the idea of Mother's Day. Asked to arrange a memorial service for her mother, the inspiring thought carne to her that the loving service of all mothers should be specially commemorated. Why should not one day of the year be set aside to revive and re- new the fond memories of mother? The idea was quickly adopted by churches and religious ,bodies, and then by the general public. To -day it has become an international custom. In the modern world where the home ties are weakening, where the moral fibre of the nation is being un- dermined, where we are undergoing a vast social upheaval, there is still one stabalizing influence — t h e mothers. A mother's love is the most constant, the most enduring, the most uplifting force in the world. It stands four-square against the ad- verse winds of circumstance. The one rock on which a greater Canada, a stronger Empire, a better world, can be built, is the mother -love. When that fails we face moral chaos, social ruin and anarchy. If we are to maintain high stand- ards of citizenship, strive for higher ideals, seek foe a more noble exist- ence, we must do so by placing motherhood on the peak where it be- longs. All great men of history have lov- ed, honoured and revered their mothers. Let us follow their exam- ple. An unfailing test of a man's character is his respect for his mother. Let us all, then, on this day join our thoughts, our voices, our prayers in honour of those noblest, most self-sacrificing, most wonderful gifts we have—our Mother's. For one day, let us drop the cares of life, rise above the sordidness of the world, forget the mad pursuits of wealth and pleasure, and give to her, whether living or dead, to whom we owe our existence, the honour, es- teem and love which is her right. As a conclusion, let us ponder over the following little poem, dedicated to this day. In it the poet expresses what we cannot. Let us take it and commit to memory, not the words alone, but the sentiments: Phi OT 'HAIR The light, the spell—word of the heart Our guiding star in weal or woe, Our talisman—our earthly chart— That sweetest name that earth can know. We breathe it first with lisping tongue When cradled in her arms we lay; Fond memories 'round that name are hung, That will not, cannot pass away. We breathed it then, we breathe it still, More dear than sister, friend or brother: The gentle power, the magic thrill, Awakened by the name of Mother. CHARLES J. MALONE. THE PAY OF 6V1iAIIL COURQERS Stafifa, May 3, 1929. To the Editor of Hufon Expositor: Dear Editor: L was interested in your editorial, "The Pay Rural Mail Couriers Are Receiving," You admit they are very much underpaid, but believe they are to blame themselves, I suppose it may look that way as long as this tender system is in vogue. Then again you say the farmers might be induced to use their in- fluence to see that the courier's tender was not underbid. I wish to say that seventy -live per cent. of the farmers seem to have no other interest in their mail than to get it regularly and on time. Some mail boxes have heaved out of the ground with the froet, till one needs a step ladder to get the mail out. Others pare half tip- ped over and novae are lying en tree ground, and at nine out of ten phieoa PLASTER Bey t© Apply Cudmore, H. McLachlan, C. McNay, M: Bolton, Below 50%---C. Stirling, A. McLeod, M Cudmore, A. Broadfoot, J. Card - no, H. Beattie, C. Ferguson, M. Dun- lop, K. Harrison, R. McGonigle, E Hawkins. Forms Ell. 1st Class—E. Evans 93.2%, A..Sie- mon, E. Gillespie, A. Wallace,r D. Wil- son, R. McDonald, M. Barber, E. Golding, J. liabkirk, K. Stewart, M. Watson. II Class—F. Devereaux, F. Rice, V. Nolan, I. McLean, G. Butson. III Class—E. Duncan, D. Driscoll, O. Holmes. Credit—J. Frost, L. Purcell, H. Dixon, G. Hays, M. Ross, D. Sills, R. Nott, M. Thompson, A. Edmonds, K. The Baur lieu 6 Waegbastne, IVaG. MBcroLaednfnoaont, MG.. HaCriicghh, L. Case, M. Kling. 0 �j� jj j�j ° SONS Below 50%—E. Rolph, V. McGre- gor, CLUFF !\ gor, A. Calder, B. Stephenson, G. Gemmell, 0. Nicholls, J. McLachlan. H. Peterson, F. Kling. no gravel has ever been laid to the box, and if the courier drives a car he is quite often stunk in the mud at the box. The law says the box must stand VA feet from above ground, square and erect, with a good road to and from in summer and winter, and if these conditions are not complied with, the mail may be discontinued. Yet the courier plods on day after day, year in and year out, not wishing to offend any one. When his contract runs out and he asks for more money, some man that knows nothing about the work entailed, tenders even lower than the old contract, and •gets the job, and the man that plodded on un- der adverse conditions, is out of a job. No, no, Mr. Editor; the courier is not to blame, and as long as the pres- ent tender system is in vogue, the rural courier's grievance will never be any better. Yours truly, A COURIER. (Foran III. 1st Class—.M. Drover 86.8%, J. Archibald. II Class—H. Ament, J. Finnigan, M. McKellar, M. Beattie. III Class—L. Pinkney, C. Dickson, I. Forrest, E. Workman, N. Elabkirk, N. Tyndall, G. Rennie, M. Keys. Credit—I. Nott, F, Ryan, A. Fin- layson, W. Lane, I. O'Leary, M. Reid, G. Parke, R. Aberhart, H. McLeod, M. Cardno, M. Hotham, G. Gemmell. Below 50%—J. Williams, C. Way, A. Bolton, B. Aberhart, G. Matthews, N. Cardio, M. Crich, N. Bolton, Bit. McDonald. Foran TV. Class I—G, Scott 83.1%, E. Wolsh, F .Wheatley. II Class—A. Hanna, E. Burrows, M. Forrest, M. Patrick, R. Patrick, M. Rolph. III Class—A. McNaughton, M. Shin - en, S. Sheffer, M. Smith, E. White, G. S reuyt rEwa, S c, DTA SAll 12i, J2 REV.), B. KAIINE, MU STE 1, 107 TTS DM SERV CES Rev. P IP. Kae has very speerAll messages for both he morning and evening services. �/ 171 loruling—]By the (Regular Choir �W—(Evening—Ity Male Choir, 30 Voices MORN QNNG SE•RVQCE SU. JIE'CT—An Old Time Mother MALE QUARTETTE "The Promise Made to Mother" DUET—"My Mother"...... .... Misses F. Beattie and H. Murray EVENQYNNG SERV➢CE SU JECT —Mother's Insignia of Office MALE CHOIR (30 voices)—"Pass Me Not" MALE CHOIR (30 voices)—"Drifting Down" VIOLIN SOLO—Gerald Stewart. COLLEG D ATE [EXAMIINKATIIGNNS The results of the recent examina- tions are given below in order of mer- it. Reports have already been given to each pupil, which are to be taken home and signed by the parent or guardian. These reports are quite detailed and are a very good indication of the progress the student is making. If any paront is not satisfied with progress his child is making he should ascertain the cause and al—est to have it remedied. The Principal would be pleased to confer with any- one regarding the course and progress of any student. First Class, over 75%; 2nd Class, 66 to 74%; 3rd Class, 60 to 66%; Credit, 50 to 69%. Form I. 1st Class—E. Drover 89.2%, W. Kruse, A. Eckert, C. O'Leary, M. Reid, H. ,Somerville. Class II—M. Forrest, E. Edgar, B. Dorrance, E. Chapman, R. McLean, G. Free, R. Hugill, D. Farquhar, M. Broadfoot, H. Sclater. Class III—R. Allen, D. Adams, K. Rutledge, M. Wolsh, R. Shinen, E. Oke, H. Rankin. Credit—J. Murray, E. Broadfoot, C. Eckert, F. Dundas. E. Forrest, S. DONT[ Bil-SSS »Il� Weer Boys' (lamees SRA FORTH, G. W. V, A. SATURDAY, WTAY 11th CLINTON, MAY nee Lovely new dame Hoer. III( f ALL TOWN HALL, D.3117 16th Admission - - $11.63 337 emmplm Mason, W. McDonald, L. Mole, V. Gardiner, M. Ferguson. Credit—M. White, G. Wright, G. Daly. Below 50%—T. Cluff. Form V. 1st Class—E. Broadfoot 83.2%, N. Stewart, D. Hudson. II Class—M. Ritchie, F. Hogg, N. Jefferson, J. Finlayson. III Class—T. Nolan, K. Calder. Credit—F. Peterson, H. Lane, M. Purcell, C. Stewart, J. Purcell, G. Mc- Gonigle. Below 50%—E. Peterson, J. McDon- ald, C. Trott, E. McLean, B. Duncan. AYIK FILA➢ Breezes.—Miss Ethel ,Jowett. of New Dundee, was home for the week end.—Frank Erwin and Miss Violet Schultz, of Kitchener, were guests of Mrs. F. A. Edwards Sunday. — Miss Gladys Gale left Saturday to visit at Chatham. — Lincoln's Uncle Tom's Cabin Company played here Thursday evening of last week to a large crowd. —Robert Penhale left for Quebec last week on a business tripe—Andrew Fagan arrived from Colborne last week and is engaged for the season with Robert Penhale.—Mrs. Smith, of London, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Parker. Death of Miss A. Campbell. — Miss Margaret A. Campbell, who died last week in London, where she had been taken for treatment, was the last of a family of eight, her five brothers and two sisters having predeceased her a number of years ago. Their father, the late Malcolm Campbell with his wife and family, emigrated from Scotland eighty-five years ago this spring, visiting for a few months with relatives near Ingersoll, where the subject of this sketch was born. Rumors of the Huron Tract and its possibilities having reached Mr. Campbell, he made a prreopacting trip from Ingersoll with the remelt that same year be Moved, %ia t the Bronson J(.i.ne, Stanley, spt alp e the farm now owned by l aabeet ;cetchmer. Here his family ffreTi,ag' erid after his death his two youngt fi daughters continued to reside in the same neighborhood, keeping house for their brother, Peter, Until bbs 'death over twenty years ago, where they both ended their days. Miss. Cameo- bell ampbell was very strong and active for her years and until within a year of her death, was able to do 'her own housework. At that time she unfor- tunately lost her eyesight -and other troubles setting in, finally resulted in her death on Wednesday morning nit, last week. The funeral was held from the home of her niece, Mfrs. R. Scotchmer and from St. Andrew's Church, the Rev,. Mr. Dougan, . of Clinton, conducting the service, as- sisted by the Rev. R. M. Gale, of Bay- field. The pall bearers were six nephews, Colin Campbell, Archie Armstrong, James Armstrong, of Bor- rie, Andrew Armstrong, of Seaforth; Milton and Ernest . Pollock, of Stan- ley. Friends were present from Petro- lia, Gorrie, Mitchell, Seaforth, Inger- soll and London. HANILIEY Notes.—aBifr. Thomas Purcell left last Monday to resume his duties with the King Construction Co. at Elgin - field, on the cement mixer, which they had shipped from Midland last week to Lucan: .Messrs. Con Eckert and James Parcell called on friends in our burg last Sunday. — Master Harvey Koehler, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Koehler, was operated on last Saturday in the Seaforth Memorial Hospital for an abscess on his wrist, which he injured some time ago, and has returned home much improved.— Seeding operations have almost been completed and not much growth is gone, so all will get an even start when the warm weather comes. Presentation.—A large number of friends and neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Murray gathered at their home recently to spend a social eve- ning with them before their removal to their 'new home in Dublin. During the evening Mr. and Mrs. Murray were presented with two handsome chairs, accompanied by the following address: Dear Mr. and Mrs. Murray: We, your friends and neighbors, have gathered here this evening to express to you our sincerest regrets, at your departure from the old home. But we feel pleased to learn that you are retiring, after earning a well deserv- ed rest. By your untiring efforts, you have hewn from the primeval forest, one of the finest homes in the town- ship of McKillop. We have always found you a very obliging neighbor, and willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Our earnest desire is that you may be spared to continue your happiness in your future home in Dublin, and that we may have the pleasure of meeting you frequently. This evening we ask you and Mrs. Murray to accept these chairs, as a remembrance of the many happy days we spent among you. Signed on ,be- half of your friends and neighbors. Mr. and Mrs. Martin Murray were taken by surprise but expressed them- selves with sincere thankfulness for the token of remembrance with which they were presented, and left the house open to an evening of enjoy- ment with games and dancing until the wee hours in the morning, when all departed, wishing their host and hostess many years of rest and hap- piness in their new home in Dublin. ILO DE° S® 11, W. M. S.—The W.M.S. of the Unit- ed Church entertained the Constance Society and also Knox, in the base- ment of the church last Wednesday afternoon. The programme consisted of a solo by Miss Wheatley, of Con- stance, which was exceptionally well rendered. The duet from Knox church by Mrs. Ross and Mrs. John Scott, was splendidly well sang; the quartette given by Mrs. Joe Carter, Mrs. Manning and Mrs. E. Adams was appreciated by all. The papers giv- en by Mrs. Carter and Mrs. Vodden were full of real influence and sym- pathetic reading. Then a returned missionary spoke. She has a very pleasing presentation and practical experience in active associative work in China. She delivered a very in- spiring and profitable address; and all will he pleased to hear Mrs. Dr. Wilford at any time again, Notes.—Dr. and Mrs. Whittier, of Gorrie, visited their aunt, Mrs. Moun- tain, last week.—Mr. Beacom, of the lath concession, visited Teeswater Masonic Lodge last Thursday evening. Mr. Peter of Blyth, accompanied him. —Mr. Alex. Well received a car of western oats last week,—Mrs. Mc- Crea left Tuesday for Grand Rapids, Michigan, where she went to attend the funeral of her brother. --Mrs. C. Harvey, of Exeter, called on friends here last Wednesday.—Mr. and Mrs. Husk visited the home of Mr. Lyon on Sunday.—Mrs. 0. Lyon, who has been in Wingham the past win- ter, spent several days at her hone here last week.—Rev. Mr. Abrey was called to Toronto last Wednesday ow- ing to the death of Mrs. Abrey. Our sympathy is extended.—Mr, and Mrs. William Brown, of the 13th concession who have been spending some time with Brantford friends, have return ed.—Reeve Adams and Mrs. Adams visited friends in London last Satur- day,—Mrs. T. Johnston and Miss El- len recently visited London friends.— Mr. and Mrs. McTaggart, of WalltmtI were guests at the home of Da. and Mrs. S. Ilil'eVittie, of the 13th, recent, fly. 11. deeleielaele IWO bygieesl.' an et very ei rias;' a `readln was full of Flu suggestions, given by Wire. ' ' errd given in her aasu%ai, and was iieef a esti practical and 'minable pail much appreciated %Navy' ai roll call by paying the see Th the election of o' icer s, who had been president; 'fOr six years, told the inenthera tba; ing to other duties it wee mill tp take her 'office any George then addressed the, memb sr telling how much : they had all " preciated ,her keen interest ist le- work. Si years ago the ‘N.V",. J, had' a membership of twenty; at the j;re „-. eat time we have a membership of ninety-six, a splendid development i • six years. The members: shovrec r their .,.4 sincere thanks by a hearty clap of ;,zr hands. The officers for the come year are, as follows: President, T0111 Hall; 1st vice-president, Mrs. George Moon; 2nd vcie-president, lrs. '}Ydsn-• ning; secretary -treasurer, ::Mere,'.. 3, Manning; district director,. Nass Bair; flower committee, Miss Mains and' Mrs. Brundson; pianist, Mrs. Ernest Adams; assistant pianist, Mrs. George' McVittie; auditors, Hiss Thoripsore and Miss Parrott. TOTS ., n ORME Council Minutes, The Munici iii: Council met at the Township F411,, Elimville, on Saturday, May 4th, at - 10 o'clock, instead of ,11." o'cloek,t; at: the request of the Reeve, in its regu- lar monthly meeting. All the mem- bers of the council were present. The minutes of the meeting of April 7th were read and approved on motion ,of Berry -Williams. Correspondence:In- formation sought by the Minister Cf. Health as to the location, condition.. and ownership of the cemeteries of' the Township, Clerk was directed ;to furnish information; Globe Inde nn Co.'s offer of renewal of insurance policy, laid over till June meeting; Guarantee and Accident Insurance Co., soliciting renewal-, filed. 'Ulti- matum from +Hfighway Department e• purchasing culverts and maehrnercyi-- Noted. Request from Treasurer Hil- bert for Usborne-lifibbert boundary' account. ---+Supplied. The Court of :Re- vision on the Elimville Drain. Outlet Assessment was held at 3 o'clock as per notice with the members taking the necessary declaration. There were no appeals so the assessment stands. as per assessment schedule. The court closed. Skinner -Williams: That the report of the Elimville Drain Out- let be adopted and the by-law finally passed. The Clerk was instructed to forward the copies of the Elimville Drain Outlet Report to the Clerks of Biddulph and Blanshard together with a copy of By-law No. 4, 1929, of the Township of Usborne, author- izing same. Berry -Dew: That By-• law No. 8, 1928, Winchelsea Creek Drain By-law, together with By-law• No. 3, 1929, Stewart Drain Improve- ment, be finally passed.—Carried. Williams -Dew: That ail cow tag' monies be placed on the Collector's Roll and collected with other taxes in- stead of being optional to pay in cash. —Carried. Tags to be supplied by' Samuel Brock, Cow Supervisor, or by the councillors. Skinner -Berry: That the Treasurer be authorized to pay into the court the amount of the Close claim. ---Carried. Wilbert Herdman waited on the council, stating that he had been assessed for a number of years for part lot 9, concession 5, which he did not own. Old assess- ment rolls bore out his contention; refund to be made. Williams -Bury:' That all cheques issued by the Town- ship of Usborne must be countersign- ed by the Reeve.—Carried. A peti- tion was presented to the council signed by Wellington Neil and others asking that the Rutherford !1'. & W. C. Award be changed into a municipal• drainage award; forwarded to S. W. Archibald, O.L.S. Skinner -Dew: That the following bills be passed and paid' eriz: Times -Advocate, By-laws, Elim- ville Drain Outlet, $50; balance print- ing, 1928, $8.00; advertising tenders,, Stewart Drain, $7.25; total $65.25 ; Mitchell Advocate, advertising tenders Winchelsea Drain, $5.20; Treasurer, Hibbert Township, Usborne share,. Ushorne-Hibbert boundary account,. $192.86; Charles Kistner, advance ore Gardiner drain contract, $720; Frank - Cornish, sheep killed by dogs, $35.00; Rueben Shier, snow work, $4.10; John McCullough, snow work, $8.10; Ephraim Hern, snow work, $2.50; Amos Doupe, snow work, $6.70; Wel- lington Neil, snow work, $4.40; Percy Passmore, snow work, $1.50; John Cann, snow work, $5.70; John T. Herm snow work, $1; M. 1Bechler, snow work $12.60; Harvey Hyde, snow work, 82.80; Rufus Kestle, snow work, $1 ; Harry Strang, Jr., snow work, $1.00; George Ferguson, Sr., snow work, $1.40; Wm. Westlake, snow work and gravel, $17.10; John Hunter, snow' work and drawing stone, $6.50; John McElrea, snow work $9.50, repairing - plow $3.25, total $12.55; Luther Rey- nolds, snow work and dragging, 1 $56.20; Clarence (Down, snow wovtr,, X27.83; Louis Fletcher, dragging, .$111,• William Routley, dragging, $11; Free- man Horn, ditching, '2,40; Prredl• Ford, ditching, $1.50; ,eetor tom* ten, ditching, $1.60; 1ilailinglkbn it ten, ditching, $1,6O; ,Charles ,ate IMO drawing tile and ltnnhere 6b; �I iG { Ford, team work, $/galz iltpot abt�u !� entre, '$60.65; rat. fit. °oto, work, $4.00,. a .'led, *mug burned to meet nun dti ' o'dct k esakt.—Zomer tui"+, s: Ids; 1?1, ;J`• ;r;