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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton New Era, 1890-02-14, Page 1. iw►,ttwtl� CLINTON, ONT,, FE131311,ARY 14, 1890, ROtallitT 110 1413118, ll annelkier Ube a Tear in as volt Our Weekly Budget OF INTERESTING NEWS From all parts of the County -by wide-awake and lively Correspondents Hullett. ACCWENT.-On Tuesday last, as Istr Samuel Brown, of the 3rd Con., was driving along the goad, his team ran away. He was thrown out and his arm broken in two places. GRANGE ME TIiN•,a. -The regular meeting of Hullett`,Trange was held at Londesboro, onMonday night last, the attendance being tbe largest in ,the history, of the Grange, every seat in the room being occupied, and sev- eral ,new members joining. Some interesting boldness was transacted before the meeting adjourned. OTHER NOTES. -La" Grippe ie • dying out. MrBNtAdame is seriously ill. A serere attack of influenza was followed by the not unusual relapse and her life is now despaired of. Her many friends will be glad to hear of her recovery. Mr H. Fisher intends putting an addition to his barn next summer. • Last Friday evening a select number of young people met at the residence of -kir Will Oke. The evening was spent the usual "win- ter-evening-mm.0,+4ou" manner and the young folk efiaoyed themselves en highly that they did not leave until the "early hours." They speak very highly ofMr and Nlrs Oke as a host and hostess. „ 4, 13thCoN.NOTES-MfssWaliteit; who had been visiting for ,a .couple of weeks at Mr J. Tamblyn's, was last week suddenly called home by a tele- gram informing her of the death of her sister. Mise Clara Moffatt, of Blyth, is spending a few days with , the Misses Riddell. Mr H. Kelly shipped a carload of beef cattle to Toronto this week. On Monday we • noticed a smile of broader dimensions than usual on the face ot Mr A. Elliott. He soon informed us that it was a girl. The Misses Riddell, of Blyth, spent Sunday at home. On Frida eff(Olg last Mr and Mrs Wm Knos;etttertained a large gathering of the,young iolkofthe neighborhood in their handsome and commodious new house. Dancingand games of various kinds were indulged in to an early hour, .,hen all departed to their homes seemingly well pleased with the evening's enjoyment. St. Helens. Wm S. McCroster sold his Clyde colt, ''Edmond" to Mr Walter Webb for a good figure. Mr Thomas Wood, who has been so seriously ill since returning from the old Country, is, we are glad to learn, improving slowly. Mr Angus McDonald, df this place, received the sad intelligence by tele- gram on Monday last, of the death his brother John McDonald, Gore of Puslinch, Wellington Co. SUDDEN DEATH. -Mise McKenzie, of 3(intail, sister of Mre Peter Clark, of this place, passed peacefully to rest on 31th Jan from a relapse of La Grippe turning to inflammation of the bowels. Mr and Mrs Clark have the sympathy of the entire community in this sodden bereave- ment. NOTES. -Rev. R. S. G. and Miss Anderson are at present visiting friends in Toronto. Rev J, MoNab, of Lucknow occupied the pulpit in the Presbyterian church on Sabbath last. Mr Will Ferguson, of Wing - ham, is spending a short time with Ms parents. The string band of tris place, furnished music for the Belfast school concert on Tuesday evening of last week. Mrs Richard Palmer, of Bluevalle, paid his parents a flying visit. Rev Mr Potter, of Dungannon, delivered a very able and interesting lecture on the "Amer- ican War," Monday evening 3rd inst. under the auspices of the Me- chanics' Inst., of this place. Report of S.S. No for January SENIOR DEPARTMENT Fifth class. - D McConnell 721, J McConnell 720, H Lennox 690, J Woodman 410, Addie Crisp, 379. Fourth class -J Bulger 790, Nelson Bell 738, Orpha Whitley 721, Herbert Bell 708, Bertie Gray 646, J R Bell 638, H Mogridge 632, Eph Gray 573, F Johnston 552, Frank McConnell 539, Raymond Mc- Connell -537,J H Shobbrook 526,Maud Mogridge 520, James Webster 426, Joseph Webster 420, Lavinia Brig- • ham 370, Albert Brunedon 365, Joseph Rily 346, Sarah Mains 293, Thos. Adams 272, C Manning 196. Sen. third class. -William Wallace 785, Lenord Whitley 703, Bertie Moore 674, Ida Bulger 669, F Longman 634, Jos Garrett 611,Mabel Bell 569,Sarah Hill•561, Lorenzo Brigham 536, Ida Rily 528, V McConnell 482, Geo. Martyn 423, Annie Brigham 415, Ada Shobbrook 400, Elva Adams 329, Eva Cole 326,W Erwin 319,A. Watson 309, R Sanderson 165. Jun. third class - Alvin Brogdon 619, J Moore 595, R. N Cole 571, D Grantham 513, Annie Nelson 492, Cora Newton449, T Wal- lace 428, Lawdy Young 426, B Cun- ningham 315, Jennie, Roberton 309, Wm. J Cole 187, Alicti Brigham 168. Junior Department, tiecond cla'ss- Minnie Nelson 643; Bernice Moore 631, Louie Ouimette 571, Lyda Shob- brook 437, Charlie Watson 421, Wil- fred Crisp 401, John Crawford '373, Alice Mountain 349, Ada Brigham 299, Eddie Mogridge 276 Harold • Erwin 220. Senior Second part. - Willie Garrett 709, Rose Riley 682, Carrie Crawford 476, Ethel Barr 168, Alice Oliver 153. Junior Second part. -Amelia Brown 467, Tommny Lee, 217, Wesley Lee 206, Dillia Oliver 175. Goderich Township. THE CREAMERY. -Nothing defin- te has yet been done concerning the 4iroposed creamery, but there is talk of Mr John Hannah taking and work- ing Mbunt Pleasant Creamery. He is a capital man to run such an affair, being thoroughly practial and reli- able. PORI STOLEN. -A few nights since a quantity of pork belonging to Mr Peter Perdue, was stolen from his house on the Huron road. The theif who evidently had assistance, took the meat from the room in which parties Were sleeping. HYMENEAL. -On tile evening of the ', fifth inst., a most intere-ting event • took place at the residence of Mr W. Graham of the 2nd con., of Stanley, being the marriage of his oldest daughter Amelia EGraham, a most bier 4restimable young lady to Mr John 13. Stewart of this township. The Ceremony was performed by J. H. Simpson, of Brucefield, and witnessed 'by a large number of relations and friends. The bride was attended by Miss Symington, o1 Auburn. The Cgroom was assisted by hiA brother Mr has. Stewart. After the ceremony was performed the guests sat down 0 a sumptuous -repast prepared by it the bride's parentsr The bride ``was the recipient of many us tul and aluable presents. After the even- "itl( �'s enjoyment the happy couple left for:their new home, with the beat wishes of all for their future happiness. Stanley. We are pleased to learn that Mr John Gilmour it now on the fair road to recovery from his illness. Mies Jane Gilmour has returned from her trip to Ashfield. She re- ports La Grippe to be prevalent in that district ae in othere. Mr and Mrs John McCowan have had an attack of the prevalent influ- enza. We are pleased to state that Mre McCowau is better and Mr. Mc- Cowan is somewhat better. Mr John McEwen, of Tiverton, Bruce Co, and his brother Rev Peter McEwen, of Paisley, were in Stanley on Tuesday, attending the funeral of their uncle, John Cameron, who died on Sabbath 9th inst. CouNoxL.-The council met on the 7th at the call of the reeve. Mem- bers all present. Minutes of previous meeting read and signed. The clerk was instructed to order a car load of cedar from Wm. Milne at his offer. The pathmaeters, poundkeepers and fenceviewers were appointed and are with few exceptions the same as last year. Geo. Baird and Mr Balfour were appointed auditors, those al- ready appointed having refused to act. The council then adjourned. to meet again on Saturday, March 15th next at one o'clock p. m.-G>,o STEWART, Clerk. MARRIAGE BELLS. -Mr Joseph Stalker, teacher in S. S. No, 12, quietly passed out of the state of .single blessedness, on the 29th Jan. taking with him • Miss Catharine Taylor, younger daughter of Mr John H. Taylor of 11th con. Wawanosh. Mr Thomas Durnin also followed suit ou evening of 5th inst. when he was united in the Holy bonds, and life partnership to Mtig�e Georgena Staples, youngest daughter of Mr. Staples of the 6th con. of Wawanosh, after the marriage ceremony was performed by the Rev Mr Potter, of Dungannon. The happy couple at)d numerous guests partook of a• sump- tous repast. This being over the company. then assembled to another apartment, where "youth and pleas- ure met to chase the glowing hours 1 with flying feet." But, hark 1 that sound of revelry by night; 'twas but the moving of robes and buggy wheels to neighboring straw, haylofta and roofs of houses, etc. much to the annoyance and dampening the past pleasures of some. However the stray articles were found during the next day, all taking leave as soon as possible in order, wishing the happy couple all the enjoyment, prosperity, and pleasures of a married life. From another correspondent. A large number of friends and ac- quaintances assembled at the resi- dence of Mr Geo. Staples, last week, to witness the marriage of his daugh- ter Georgina to Mr Thomas Durnin. While the party were enjoying them- selves, a number of youths succeeded in taking off several buggy wheels, and other tricks. The malrriageparty enjoyed themselves until nearly day- light the following morning. A youth residing on the aide road between this village and the town hall is suffering from a severe attack of absent mindedness. A short while ago he left home, to attend a party on the 6th con. Starting a little early, to have a game of checkers on the wa with an old friend on the 7th cony, Willie's affections, like the celebrated loadstone, are centered in the north, and a short time afterward, on the 9th con., our absent friend is found. Dame Rumor asserts that for the past 14 years he has trod the same path. Who would, assert that this world is progressing, when Jacob of old could win two in that time. No doubt the old adage is true, 'Slow but sure will win the race." NOTES. -Several of the farmers on the 6th and 7th cons. are busy press- ing hay and shipping it ; they only realize six dollars a ton, and draw it to Lucknow. Mr Mothers, teacher of S.S. No. 3, bad to spend last week' nursing la grippe, but was able to re- sume his school duties this week. Mr Geo. Agar had a bee last week haul- ing out his grain, and in the evening a large number of both sexes met for a social party; they• enjoyed them- selves until nearly daylight. The Rev Mr McNabb, of Lucknow, offici- ated in the Presbyterian church here, the pastor, Rev Mr Anderson, being absent in Toronto. Rather an 'un- usual occurrence took place on the 7th con., last Saturday, by the barn raising of Mr Alexander Ferguson, who was Bo unfortunate sus to lose hie barn about a month ago; it the wea- ther continues favorable they expect to have it finished next week; we may say all the work so far has been given gratis. Exeter. DE.Tn.---Our villagers learn with deep regret of the death of James Balsden, which sari and melancholy event oecured on Friday evening jaht, at the advanced age of 69 ye re. Some short time since he fell from a wagon, and receive& 'injuries thereby that caused his death. ACCIDENT. -Mrs John Crocker, of this place, met with a very severe ac- cident on Saturday last which might have cost her life. It appears she was engaged in her household duties and by some means walked into the trap- door which led to the cellar and in the fall broke her thigh. Wingham. DhAR NEW ERs, -,-Owing to un- controllable circumstances we thought: this week would have been with us a blank, but rather than It ehottld be eo, we write you a letter of greeting, in order also .to demonstrate' to oar Bayfield friend that the "love of one another" still Wats, and we have thought, since reading his item thus headed, it would not be at all out of pities), (should we adopt for our guid ance three words that are honored by all true Foresters, viz., benevoleno, liberty and concord. Benevolence should characterize all our oorres- pondence; liberty to write and express our ideas concerning that which is praiseworthy and also vice verea; lastly comes concord, which should ever be practised amongst all frater- nities, and you know, Mr Bayfield, we ere a fraternity. Adieu, my friend. In this week's news we still have trouble to chronicle, Dire (Dr) Chisholm, who,e sister died three weeks ago, and father-in-law last week, received a telegram on Mon- day morning last, that her mother, residing at Fergus, was dying, and, afthough far from well herself, had to resort thither immediately. Alas, alas, those miserable little telegraph wires, how often are flashed over them messages of woe 1 Then, our citizen, J. McKelvie, has had a re- lapse of la grippe, and this time it gripped him pretty badly; but, after all, this disease is not so bad in Wingham as in some parts. In a letter received from Bosemin, Mani- toba, it atated that there were daily three or four deaths from this said foe. Although two or three have proved fatal in Wingham, we, on the whole, have beea dealt with mcre leniently than many other towns of smaller population. Our union re- vival services are this week being conducted in the Presbyterian church, and the interest is still maintained; the laborers are in very truth gather- ing in a rich harvest. On Sunday next Rey Mr Cosens will occupy the pulpit in the Methodist church, and on the Sunday following the Rev Mr Sellars will preach missionary ser- mons in the Name place, collections to go in aid. of the mission fund. - Last Sunday the Congregational pul- pit was Very ably filled by a blind minister; although Ms natural eyes were dark, it was very clearly mani• fested that his spiritual eye -eight was remarkably strong. On the Monday evening following he lectured on "Marriage customs of the East;" the lecture was well worth the fee charged, viz., 25c., but had it been 15c. in- stead, we are of opinion the reverend geatleman would have had a larger audience. On Wednesday evening last a very grand ball was held in the town hall; it was got up by Wing - ham's aristocrats, and as your corres- pondent was not one of the invited guests consequently he was not pre- sent, therefore can give no informa- tion concerning it. Talking about the town hail brings to our memory that the council are now taking de- cisive steps towards the erection of a new one this coming summer, as the foundation stone is now being brought in. On the 15th, 17th and 18th of this monthgreat pleasure is antici- pated by Wingham's pleasure loving people, for on the dates mentioned the celebrated vocalists and humor- ist, A. J. Dean, with his large troupe of artists, will visit this town. and although the people do complain of hard times, they will doubtless be well patronized, even should the wea- ther be a little wet or unpleasant; such is the way of the world, you know sir; the weather affects the spiritual thermometer, but the secu- lar cannot be affected at all, at all. In our last week's budget we omitted to mention that Mr R. Cornyn bad entered the army of benedicts, the bride elect being Miss Louise Auburn, of Uncle Sam's territory; although hitherto upholding the virtues of the eagle, we think she will henceforth see more beauty in the beaver; for our part we see great attractions in both eagle and beaver, and believe that they should be much moree.close- ly related than they are at the present time, although the Empire does be. lieve Farrar to be a traitor. The C. O. F. social was well attended on Friday evening; the weather being so very unpropitious it was feared the hall would not have been filled, but it was filled to its utmost capacity. Mr Elliott, of the Times, was to have presided, but, owing to a very sore throat he was unable:to do so, coese- quently the chair was ably filled by Mr Neelands. Mr Mosgrove way expected to give a speech, but a se- vere attack of la grippe prevented, but withal a good time was put in, the inner man being made happy, and the intellectual man also receiv- ing a feast. Would time permit, we would endeavor to write you a 1 tiger epistle, but as it is this week wr in a big hurry. it may be long enough for those who honor it with a perusal. Thus would we remain truly yours, We would like to add a P. S. to the above, as since penning it, we find there are other foes in Wingliam, besides the La Grippe,viz, some fiends have broken loose from Bedlam and are prowling round our streets, during the hours of darkness. On Monday night last, they broke into the Salvation Army Bar. racks, and through sheer deviltry broke the organ, tore the flag to pieces, cut out the ends of both drums. took away the feet of the stove, besides doing a great deal of damage; a reward of ten dollars has been offered for the capture of the scoundrels, and we sincerely hope they will be brought to light and pay therefor the full penalty of their misdeeds, if one does not care for the army, why then stay away, in free Canada, let every one enjoy their own views, religonsly, politicaly, and so- cialy. On Tuesday a Mr Tarif, an em- ployee of the Union Factory, got very badly cut on the lower part of tbe body, it took two doctors to dress his wounds,which were of a serious nature; at the time of writing he is doing ae well as can bel expected; it makes two en'fployers of the Union Factory, wlio are now laid np by accidents. •. A WINGIIAM SCRIYin OBITUARY. -On Sabbath morning Feb. 9th, there passed away to his rest one of oldest settlers of the town- ship of Stanley, John Cameron, after a week's illness, in the eighty-eighth year of his age. Deceased was a native of Fortingal, Perthshire, Scot- land, where he wag born on the twelfth of March, 1802. His family had lived in the parish for several centuries. Mr Capaeron passed his youth in the same parish and in 1835 married Miss Christina Scott. His married life lasted happily for a p-riod of fifty three years, his wife having died on April 9th, 1888. In the year 1845 he emigrated to Ameri- ca with a family of three sons and one daughter. He remained for five years in Charlotteburg, Glengary Co., and then settled in the township of Stanley in 1850. The line was then an almost unbroken forest, and for a number of years he lived on and cleared a great part of lot 23, second concession. For the last twenty years he has been living with his son Mr John Cameron at hose residence he'°died. He was a man of sound constitution, and having excellent eyesight he was usually employed by the gentry during the shooting sea- son in watching and finding their game. He was a life-long Reformer and a consistent member of the Pres- byterian church, Brucefield, of which the Rev J . H. Simpson is pastor. His children are all married. One son is in California, another in Car- son City, Nevada, and one in Stanley. His daughter is the wife of Mr Geo. Baird, sr., of Stanley. The high respect and estimation in which he was held was shown by the large number of friends and acquaintances, who met to perform the, last rites and follow his remains to their last rest- ing place in Bai,d's Cemetery. The seventh annual meeting of the Sabbath school Association, Town- ship of Stanley, met at the Bayfield Road Presbyterian Chuch, on the 6th inst., at half past 9 o'clock irr the forenoon, and was opened with devo- tional exercises. The president, Mr William Keys, in the chair. In the absence of the Secretary, Rev J. A. McConnell was appointed temporary secretary. The minutes of the pre- vious meetings of Executive Commit- tee were read and sustained. Sab- bath School reports were called for and Bay field Road and Berne (Pres- byterian) Varna and Hill's Green (Methodist) and Drysdale, through their representatives, gave short reports, which were favorably re- ceived. The Topics introduced and discussed during the morning session were the following :-"The needed qualifications of Sabbath School 'Workers," was the first. This was by Mr Joseph Foster, of Hill's Green and several members of the Conven- tion took part in the discussion. The second subject "How, and by whom should Sabbath School services be conducted?" was opened by Mr Robert Mcllveen, after which othe s expressed their minds on this subject: The third top is brought before the association, was taken up in the after- noon, and was introduced by Mr. James Wallace. The President gave the Association a sample of Bible class teaching. He selected the 1st Chapter of Job, and for some time interested the association as well as his class by useful and practical in- formation drawn from the lesson. Several other subjects were introdu- ced and discussedduring the after- noon. There was a mass meeting of the children in the evening ,nd earnest and soul stirring addresses were delivered by Rev Hill, of Bay- field and Mr. Jas. Wallace, of Gode- rich Township. A collection was taken up to defray expences a- mounting to $3,08. A choir was in attendance during hboth the after- noon and evening w ich discourse at intervals some choice selections of music. The Executive Committee for the current year are as follows :- Pres ; Wm Keys ; Sec., Geo. Stewart; other officers, Messrs Sterling, Wal- lace, Clark, Pollock, Wyley, McCIy- mont, Carnie and Jas. Dalgety. Goderich. Peosr.Er ACQUITTED -The case at Wel- land against G. H. Pugsley, as alleged for bringing stolen property into Can. ada,lbas been dismissed by the magis- trate,at Welland,thei'e being no evidence to coiivice thim. Mr Pugsley has in- structed his solioitors'Cameron, Holt & Cameron, of Goderich. to commence an action for $10,000 for false arrest. The motion in the Manitoba Legis lature to censure the Government fo ceasing to print The Gazette in French and English was voted down. Eleven Oppositionists supported it. r' Bayfield. On Sabbath, in Trinity Church,Rev Mr Hodgens delivered a splendid dis- course to, a. large con ation. He intimated his intent' of accepting the call offered bin bygSt. Thomas Church, Seaforth, and will conse- quently take bis departure for that field iu about six weeks. The rever- end gentleman has been amongst is for about five years, and during all that time he has worked with the ut- most zeal for the advancement of the interests of his congregation. Nortts-MlssRoth who has been visit- ing in Listowel for some time has returned home. Mr John Morgan, who has bean ill for some time is rap- idly recovering under careful medi- cal treatment. A meeting was held in St. Andrews (church on the 5th inst., to moderatell a call to the Rev. Wm. Henderson, now in Manchester. This is a splendid move and the congregation will be benefited by the call. We are pleated to report that Mr H. J. Edwards, who has been confined to his bed for some time is recovering and we hope to see him around again before long. Mr Frank McLean, of Goderich, is spending the week in town. Mr Donald Cameron, who has been in Goderich for some time is home this week taking a few holidays. On account of the sudden illness of the Rev. Mr Jameison there was no public worship held in St. Aod?ews Church last Sabbath. Rev. Mr Hughes. of Listowel, will preach in Trinity Church on the 23rd inst. The annual Bible Society meeting will be held in the Methodist Church on the 24 inst., Mr J. G. Manley will give an address and a collection will be taken up in aid of the work. The annual tea -meeting and con- cert of the Y. B. O. L. came off on Wednesday the 5th inst., as announc- ed. The members of the lodge had done all in their power to make it a success and they were not disappoint- ed. Mr Shane was on hand,Mr Tan- ner detained by la grippe. Will was very popular during the evening be- ing encored after every piece. At last his voice giving out he asked to be allowed to recite for a change. It was noticed by .many that though he declared on the stage in a tremendous voice "Marguerite, I love you" still when parting came proved it in bolder terms than words, Rev, Mr Hill ..it.h his old time 'vigor made a lengthy speech on Orangemen. After the program had been rendered Misses Marks and Pollock were chosen as competitors to cut a cake. Miss Pol- lock was finally declared victor and divided the spoil liberally among the audience. So far we have regarded the entertainment as a success, but we must say we are surprised at our Reeve. who allowed the conduct which took place afterward. Proceeds $37. n • Tuckersmith. Kippeu. eveuintr. Mrs J. Tamblyn.,,ar, 1?Es�la. -This vicinity lops a high- her otic., Misa W'alker,4fPorti. thesteemed p of have gone to Port Hope to attend. e townsh a on timidity last. by funeral net Miss Walker's •latex.-.. death of Mr John McLean. at the ag.- Business is quiet f )r want of a Maio of 91 years. Deceased settled here about 40 or 45 years ago and has re- titled here ever since. He enjoyed fairly good health almost up to the day of his death which was caused by a Bort of paralytic stroke. He was ell -to-do, highly esteemed, and leavO two sone and a daughter. He was a member:of the Presbyterian church, au uncle of the Reeve of the township, and in politics a Reformer. A large number followed his remains to Brucefield Cemetery. more enow. Mr Me uaig in having . his square timber brought thr'ou$b; it is hard sleighing onthe mud. • Blyti►. The Standard last week cowpaaineit of somebody giving away private lr1*, formation, given them in confidence' We wonder if what is troubling hint is not his recent speech to the y07 men. By -the -way, eve notice he. &ea not toe the scratch worth a cent. j The council held a special meeting on Monday night, when they raised-, NOTES. -A ver successful enter- tainment was held in. the S. S. No 14, the hotel license fee for the village Stanley. on Thursday night, in which ten dollars higher than last years - alt who took part acquitted them- When the motion first came up Cou#I.,, selves nobly. The proceeds, amount-' Willford was absent. Conn. Tanen ., ing to $16, go to charitable purposes. � seconded the motion, but when the' La Grippe bas made himself scarce I reeve made some remarks, showing in our village as there is not one case 1 his disapproval of the proceeding:,; ; NOTES. -Rev A. Stewart, of Clin- ton, occupied "the pulpit in connec- tion with Turner's church, last Sun- day; his address was practical, and was much appreciated. The Rev Mr Walker, of Clifford, will preach mis- sionary sermons in connection with Turner's church. next Sunday after- noon, at 2,30. The Young People's Mutual Improvement Society held a very successful meeting, last Monday evening, consisting of a Bible reading, and was led by Mr Ira Johns and Misses A. E. Crich, A. Cosens and E Turner; the Society is talking of getting up an entertainment, to be held in the course of two or three weeks. Ma Onslow Crich, of Clin- ton, spent Sunday last with "the old folks at home." Mr Joseph Piewes, of Goderich township, spent Sunday last with friends in this vicinity. Jinburn. NOTES-bfr Lang, of Glasgow, who has been the guest of Mr Joho Mc- Millan, M P., has been laid up with the grip, but is now recovering. Mr George Stephenson is the owner of three fine animals in the horse line; these are three young stallions, two rising two years old and one a year- ling. They all promise well, the yearling being especially fine. DESTRUCTIVE FIRE. -The Citizens of our usually quiet village were rather abruptly aroused from their peaceful slumbers by the cry of fire: at about 2 o'clock on Thursday morn- ing of last week. .The location of the fire was soon found to be in the store of Mr J. A.Stewart, which was already engulfed in flames which were making most headway in the rear of the building where they no doubt originated. Seeing at once that it was a hopeless undertaking to save the store the citizens at once bent their energies towards saving the hotel building of Mr Jas. Robinson, which lay almost adjoining the store ut atter a gallant struggle, during hich water without stint was show- ered on the destroying element, vul- can proved more than a match for the defenders of the building and the hotel also became engulfed in flames, not however before the greater part of the furniture had been removed. - Through further efforts of the citizens the progress of the fire was here stay- ed. Our village is now in rather a' dilapidated working state, never be- ing a town of very voluminous pro- portions, its appearance has not been enhanced by the occurrence. - Not only is it a sad loss to the owners of the property destroyed, but it is a loss to be felt by the whole commu- nity. Against Mr Stewart's store and contents there stands the small in- surance of $2000, leaving him in a loss of not less than $4,000. MrRob- ineon's.property had about $1200 in- surance, which will leave him still a heavy loser. Although not decided exactly at time of writing, we under- stand both gentlemen areentertaining ideas of rebuilding. Dr.Cooper, who bad his office in and resided at the hotel, was also a loser of drugs and 'instruments to about $120. The doc- tor, not yet having left the ranks of bachelordom is not however, put to of it this week. Mr Shaeffer will soon be at work on his packing helm and intends having a bee for the purpose of hauling home brick. We expect two weddings at no dis- tant day, it' Ike and Bill continue to pay their weekly visit south of the Mr Tanner withdrew his support of "( the motion, but Mr Willford coming in he seconded the motion, which..; was carried, when Conn. McGee re* marked, "That's the first division of the house." i Stone bridge. A good programme NOTES. -Prayer meetings are being has been selected for our literary en- {shield in the Methodist church here. tertainment to -night (Friday) whereti we expect a big crowd. Mr Walter Slater, of the town -line, intends mov- ing to the States next week, may success follow you, Walter. Miss Dinsley, of Clinton, is the guest of Miss MoMordie. Mr David Miller, of St. Louis, is visiting his brother, Mr Jas. Miller, of this place. Mr Joseph Mar- tin, of Crosswell, Mich,, spent a few days with friends in this vicinity last week. On Wednesday of last week a number of friends and relatives assem- bled at theresidenoe of Mr ThoslRobert- son, Ito witness the marriage of his daughter Grace, to Mr Gideon Hobkirk, of Hibbert ; the bride was prettily at- tired in garnet satin, with a bridal veil of cream tulle, was given away by her father; the presents were numerous, useful and valuable, and testified to the high esteen in which the bride was held; the young couple will leave for Dakota in the spring; they have the best wishes of their many friends. East Wawanosh. John &suites last week Bold a horse for the good round sum of $175. Who says it does no pay to raise good horses. Mrs S. Fells is improving, but net so fast as her friends would like to. Geo. Van - camp jr. is spending a few weeks under the paternal roof. Mrs and Miss Carradice returned to Halton on Tuesday, after a visit of seven months among friends and relatives here. The executors of the estate of the late Jane McKibbon, sold the 50 acre lot, on the 8th con., on the 6th ins,, it being Ei of Ei of lot 41 for $2025. John Taylor was the buy- er. John will at once begin to make improvements and as a preliminary will put a bell in the house. Robert Taylor is down at present with in- flammation also James Ferguson who caughta severe cold about the time his daughter Mrs Bone died with the above result. Amos Snell is down at present, his medical adviser told him he was a hopeful case. Mr Archie Morrison, late of Belgrave, is staying at Mathias Harrisons for a few days. At John Johneon's sale the other day things brought very high prices. The farm was not sold. Mr Geo. Oakes, of Clinton, was visit- ing friendson the sixth con. last week.. Mr Martin, of Michigan, and Miss McLauchlin, of Paisley, are at pres- ent the guests of W, J, Martin. Ar- rangemente have been made foe an- other of those Literary contents to take place on the evening of Friday the 28th inst. Thos. Edwards and John A. Roth are captains. n • Y i Morris. DEATH. -The death of Mre Nichol- son, of the fourth line, from paralysis took place at her residence Tuesday morning.,and was buried in the Bran- don cemetery Wednesday afternoon, the funeral sermon being preached in the Belgrave Methodist church by the Rev. Mr Godfrey, of whose con- gregation she was a member. She leaves a large family of grown up children who have the sympathy in their bereavement. NoTEs.-Mr William White, from Chicago, was visiting at the residence of Mr Clarke, on the 5th last week. Mr P. McCasey, of Cincinnati, was visiting bis parents and other friends in this vicinity, last week. Rev. Mr Birks, of Ailsa Craig, preached, in the Methodist church, Sunshine inst Monday evening. The church was crowded and much interest in the service was indicated. The Miss Hall, who are conducting the meet- ings are proving themselves to be earnest Christain workers, and are rapidly gaining the love and esteem ot all who have made their acquain- tance. Mr Govenlock, from Nee - paws, Manitoba, formerly from near Brussels, has been visiting old friends in Morris. Indications at` present seem to say that his next visit to the vicinity will not be so long delayed as was the last one Miss Maggie Con- nery has gone on a visit to friends in Guelph. 10 r ])avid Hogg, of Brussels, spent Sunday among Sun- shine friends. Mr Archie Nicholsou is recovering from a somewhat length- ened illness the result of an attack of la grippe. Mr. and Mrs Iirownridge of Brampton, were eisiting Mr A., Proctor, of Belgrave, and Morris friends this week. Londesboro. NOTICE TO DEBTORS - The accounts duo the undersigned have all been rendered, and parties owing aro hereby notified that if the same are not paid by the 1st of March, the accounts will positively bo placed in court for collection. The books are with Mr. .Jeffery, who Is authorized to give re- ceipts. C. MEYERS, Hensel) NOTES. -Mr M. A. Grant is ""t3 give one of his popular Photodrama- the inconvenience that falls to the lot tic Entertainments, assisted by Gr F, of benedict. Cause of fire unknown Oakes, of Clinton, here on Monday every Tuesday and Friday nights,' :rev Mr Tonge and the Misses Hall ' are holding special meetings at Sun' - shine Rev Mr Birks occupied the pulpit of the Methodist church, last Sunday morning and evening; his, 1, sermons were excellent; the quarterly meeting,•leve feast, and sacrament of the Lord's upper were particularly affecting, being the first in the new church. The Y. P. S. C. E. met-on<F_^ Monday of this week, as also did the Y.P.0 A. of Trinity -church. The I. O.G.T. held their meeting on Tues- day of this week, and .among those present were Thos Lawless, Grand Secretary; Geo. Newton, D, C.T., and • several P. C. Ts. from surrounding lodges. A large delegation from this lodge attended the meeting of the District Lodge, at Auburn, on Wed- nesday. The Young People's Asso- ciation of the English church held a social at the residence of Mrs Brown- lee, on Thursday night of this week. The following is a copy of an ad- dress presented to Thomas Lawless, Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of Canada I.O.G.T., on the ocoasinti of his visit to Maple Leaf Lodge No. 357, Blyth: BLYTH, Feb. 11 , '90. To THOS. LAWLESS, GRAND SECY. . I.O.G.T.-DEAR SIR AND BROTHER, -Maple Leaf Lodge No: 357 desires to extend to you a most hearty wel- come, on the occasion of this your first vi it to our prosperous little vil- lage. We desire to assure of our con- tinued loyalty to the Grand Lodge and our beloved order. We had hoped to, welcome also at this time our G. C. T., ani: we deeply regret his inability to be present. We rejoice to report to you that our Order, end . the cause of temperance generally, in this part of the Grand Lodge's juris- diction, is in a most prosperous con-. dition. Seventeen years ago Maple Leat Lodge was it tituted, since ) which time we have had our days of `I prosperity and also days of adversity, hut, thank God, we stand to -day stronger in every way than ever before, and better equipped to take our place in this great temperance struggle.- Our- Lodge has been repeatedly hon- ored by the Grand Lodge, in the selection of one of our best members, Bro. F. Metcalf, to fill some of their most important offices. We trust that this will be the most prosperous year since the organization of the Grand Lodge. We hope that your vis'!, will protldce pleasant memories, and that we shall doou have the -plea- sure of again welcoi ing you to our Lodge. W. W. Sum'''. C. T. SETH MAIHERS, N Personal and Political Mrs Wilmot wife of Hon. R. D. Wilmot, formerly a member of Sir John's Cabinet, and afterward governor j- of New Brunswick, died yesterday at her home, in Sunbury county, N. B.. She was the mother of R. D. Wilmot. the present M.. 1'. for Sunbury. Tho campaign in Haldimand is now fully inaugurated. Dr. Montague, who has been twice unseated for corrupt; practices, has been again nominated as Tory candidate, and Mr Colter is the Liberal candidate. The contest will be short as the election takes place on 20th inst. The will of the late Senator Macdon- ald, of Toronto, is published. He left an estate worth 51,200,000. IIe be- queaths to Victoria University, for the purpose of the erection of buildings for the purposes of said ITniversity i in connection with federation, and for-, this purpose only, the sum of $25,000, The Rev. R. Robinson, of Belleville, a superannated minister of the Metho- nist church, who fell from a ladder several days apo, died Monday night from the effect of his injuries, Mr Rob- inson, who wag 7.2 years of age, had tilled many appointments in this dis- trict. IIe was ordained in 1819, super- annuated in 1`0+0 furl removal to Belle- ville in 1N83. • The Richmond, Que., Guardian is a Tory paper, but it draws the line at indorsing the contention of the Domin- ion Government that its policy is mak- ing everybody prosperous. It asks its party friends -to come down from their., high stilts, and try to do something lo relieving the prevailing depression. One good way is to reduce the taxes, hut the present Administration will not de that. Mr Mowat, Premier of Ontario, seems determined to light - it nut with the Dominion Government on the question as to who has the power to appoint . • Queen's counsel. He has issued a proclamation in the Provincial Official Gazette giving Q. C.'s, of his own ap- pointment precedence in the courts of Ontario over those appointed by the_ Dominion Government. This, it ap- pears, he hes the legal right to do, as the ,judges acknovle.dge the standing at the bar conferred ' • the local goverri- mont.