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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton New Era, 1890-04-04, Page 1f ROF3ERT HOLMES, l'ubtiehq;' 1 $1.60 a year in advance Our Weekly Budget OF INTERESTING NEWS From all parts of the County—by wide-awake and lively Correspondents Wingham. ON SHANK'S MARE.—One of our leading legal tights had quite a tramp the other night. missing the train at a depot, six miles from town. He simply made up his mind for a tramp, arriving home at 9.80 p. m. LEAPING TOWN. ---Dir Talbot, who has been conducting a grocery and dry goods business in Wingham, for number of years, is about leaving town, consequently he is selling off Ms stock at a great reduction. We know not where the said gentleman intends to locate. A SUCCESS.—Our first monthly fair, which took place last Thursday, was quite a success, a great many horses changing hands, the average price being $100, and the highest figures paid was $170 and $160. The next thing that would be well for Wing - ham to establish is a weekly market day ; let us hope that such will soon be organized. PREPARE YE THE WAY AND MAKE MERRY.—Summer has sent her am- bassador. spring, to announce that she will soon appear in full costume. Her sojourn in Canada will be cele- brated by a large retinue of fragrant flowers and a chorus of singing birds. Wingham's two brass bands will also enliven her stay. Wingbam's dry goods merchants are also preparing costumes suitable for her many ador- ing subjects to make her abeyance. Our four restaurants are getting in beverages, so that we may make mer- ry and be glad. Even the coldness of the lakes have thawed in pleasant anticipation, and the trees will soon be clad in foliage for the same. We are expecting great thinOs, as this, our most adoring queen, is the most benevolent and lavish of all other monarchs combined; she visits regu- larly this part of her world-wide kingdom once each year, and does'nt possess one unwilling subject.. In her estimation all men are equal, and she bestows her liberality alike to the • rich and the poor. We admire Queen Victoria, but Queen Summer eclipses her completely in the estimation of all her loyal subjects. CHURCH NOTES.—The Y.W.T.U. will hold a social to -night (Friday) at the residence of Mr Lloyd; a good program is prepared. On Sunday mornirg last the Rev James Living- stone took for his tet the single word "Friend," addressing himself especially to the children, but his discourse was equally as much enjoy- ed by the adults present; in the after- noon he again addressed the children at the Sabbath school, and in the evening preached a very eloquent sermon from the subject of "What we may learn from the eagles;" the reve- rend gentleman was greeted with a a very large congregation, in the evening, and none went away disap- poiuted. We hope he will, ere long, Again favor Wingham with a visit, and give us another of those powerful discourses, which are full of life. The week evening services at the Metho- dist church will henceforth commence at 8 p.m., instead of 7.30 p.m. There were fiiteen more converts immersed at the Baptist Church last Sunday morning. Special services are being held at the English church this week. The Methodist Sunday School super- intendent, Dr. Fowler, read the Sun- day School report before the congre- gation on Sunday morning; it was anything but unfavorable. GONE HOME. — Since becoming your correspondent, Mr New ERA, we have had to chronicle many sad events, but rarely one that has cast more gloom upon our citiaens than the following, viz., the death of Mr Willie Hiscook, a young man esteem- ed by all who knew him. He was upright in all his dealings, and an earnest worker for Christ his Master. It is not very long since we reported in your columns, of a successful ope- ration which he underwent in Lon- don, and since returning home his health has apparently been improv - in very rapidly, as he gained some fifteen pounds in weight, and resum. .ed hie position in Mr Ori'a establish- ment. Last Sunday he again acted .as usher in the Methodist church, but feeling rather tit ed in the evening was driven home before the service was concluded. On Monday morn- ing, about nine o'clock, he was seized with violent pains in the heart and aide, and after suffering most excru- ciatingly passed away at about three in the afternoon. It is only about twelve months since he buried his wife, who died in giving birth to a little girl, now the only survivor. Surely of late we can take up the strains of Longfellow, when be wrote The air is full of farewells to the dying, And mourning for the dead, The heart of Rachel for her children crying, Will not be comforted. But let ns go on a little further, and say, Oh, but he is not dead, the child of om affection, But gone unto that school, Where he no longer needs our poor pro- tection, But where Christ himself doth rule. The funeral of the above, which was largely attended, left his late resi- dence, on Wednesday, at 1.80 p.m., and proceeded to the Methodist church, where service was conducted, and from there to the cemetery. He was a member of the I.O.O.F., and by that order was buried. Poor Will, his pain and sufferings over, is now enjoying the laurels of s Christian Wingham. A CONTRAST.—Mr B,. Orr intends, all being well, to return to Wingham in about two weeks time. He states in a correspondence that considerable benefit has been received through the change, and that be can now enjoy plenty of fresh straw -berries and other summer fruits, as they are now in their full glory in that vicinity. Hp will see quite a contraat when he rdturns to Canada, will he not ? ON REST.—Mr Francis Powell, of Turnberry, who has been a great suf- ferer for sorhe time past, departed this life on Monday last, at the eatly age of twenty-nine years, and his re- mains were interred in Wingham cemetery, on Wednesday last. Both Mr Powell and Mr Hiscock were young men in the prime of manhood, and their cases tell us of the uncer- tainty of life, and that the young may die but the old must. A LADY'S CO RAGE.—A very cour- ageous lady is Miss Violet Field. On Tuesday morning of last week, she sat in the dental chair and had eight teeth extracted, and returned the same afternoon and had eight more extracted. On Monday last she again returned and had five roots removed. Many a brave soldier would have paled at such an operation as the above, but you know, sir, when a lady says she will, she will, you may depend upon it. But when she says she won't, she won't, and there's an end of it. LEFT TOWN.—On Tuesday Last Mr John Anderson and family left Wing - ham, via the C. P. R., for the North- west. Mr Anderson will be greatly missed in Wingham, as he has had an extensive business here for a num- ber of years. On the eve of his de- parture some of his many friends en- tertained him at the Dinsley House, and presented him with a gold watch and chain. We do not care to lose our young citizens, but when an older one leaves our midst, we feel his de parture more than the former, but anyway we hope that Mr Anderson will soon return and settle down in this the live town of West Huron. (the hub excepted.) HERE A LITTLE AND THERE A LITTLE—Miss Williams, of Dundalk, is this week the guest of Mrs (Dr.) Chisholm. Mr Galbraith has moved into the store lately occupied by Mr Reading. The infant child of Mr M. Beckwith bas been very sick, but is recovering. Mr Jas. Chisholm start- ed this week to build; the contract, we believe, is already finished. Ou Sunday Last the wife of Mr Aikens presented him with a little daughter; this makes number nine, counting both girls and boys. Mr and Mrs W. Creighton, of Blyth, spent Sunday in town; we congrarulate Will for hav- ing joined the army of benedicts. A retired farmer was telling us the other day, that about ten or twelve years ago there was sleighing on the ninth day of May; we hope it will not be repeated in the year 1890. Mr S. Creighton, of Blyth, sprained his ankle pretty badly, on Thursday last, and had to lay off work for a few days. Veal has again made its ap- pearance, upon the hooka of our butcher shops, and we guess lamb will not be far behind. Miss Vodden, of Clinton, is visiting friends in Wingham and suburbs. 111cK Dill p. THE SICK.—Mr James Simpson, son of Mr Thomas Simpson, 10th con. is dangerously i11 with congjestion of the lungs; also Miss Jessie Ferguson, con. 7, has been seriously indisposed for some days. TEMPLARS--The Royal Templars of Temperance, Winthrop, held an open meeting on Thursday evening last, at which a very acceptable pro- gramme was rendered. They were ably assisted by several of the temper- ance bre>thern from Seaforth. NOTES.—Mr John Wright, of Sea - forth, will shortly move to his farm east of Walton, which he has had rented for some years to Mr Thos. Grommelly. Mr Wm. Adams, 3rd con., moves into Seaforth this week, where he will pursue the vocation of agricultural implement agent. Mr and Mrs Wm. Henderson returned home on Saturday from Galt, where they had been visiting friends and at- tending the funeral of the late Wm. Brown, of Cedar Creek, near Galt.— Mr Cuffield and daughter,former]y of the 14th con., McKillop, but now living near Lucan, were visiting friends in this vicinity last week.— Visitors are seen every Friday even- ing about 3 o'clock wending their way to school No. 9, to listen to the closing exercises of the week, consist - Ing of readings, recitations, dialogues and music, rendered by the pupils and teacher. A great many farmers are now engaged in •, making maple molasses, and the term "taffy pull," has already been whispered in our ears. Mr William Pierce,and family; of this township, left on Wednesday April let, for Portage la Pralrie,where Mr Pierce will engage in farming, having a farm at the portage ; we wish them success. On Sunday last some youths, who are more fool -hardy and regardless than clever, visited a sugar camp on the 18th con., helped them- selvet to all lithe sap they could and "sugared off;" as noserioue dam- age was done, nothing will be said of the affair, but the boys would be wise not to do the thing too often, as they are known, Clinton New Era, best paper in Hnton Summerhill. ENTERTAINMENT.—One of the moat successful entertaiuments ever held here was witnessed last Friday evening in the house. Not- withstanding the inclemency of the weather there was a crowded house. Everybody seemed to be satisfied of its being one of the gran(3;e't affairs of its kind they ever saw. \The music was rendered principally by a minis- trel troupe from the Hub with Mr G. F. Oakes, as their accompanist. Mr Oakes also sang a solo which was well received. Instrumental music was also given by the ladies of the immediate vicinity. The dialogues were of the choicest character and were well rendered. ,"From Punkin Ridge" was presented and was received with great appause and in this connection we must mention the name of Mr Harry Thompson, who acted the character "Scruggins" to perfection. Those present thought he was a "dandy." Those who bad heard this dialogue before enjoying it because it was acted correctly. Taking the entertainment all through it was a grand affair. Mr H. Murphy oc- cupied the chair during the evening. —Cosi. NOTES,—Maple syrup is getting quite plentiful here. Mr Nelsou Bingham is this week in Godericb, doing duty as a juryman. Quite a number of others will be at the sante place interested in one of the cases to be tried. Mr Thos. Mcllveen and wife have to go to Toronto this week with their child,to have an operation performed on its eye which has a superflous growth on it. Mr. S. Lowery disposed of a horse last week at a good figure as did. also Mr Geo. Hill. Both were sold to J. Mooney. Mr Robt Huck, who has been living near Toronto for the past few months, has returned home again. Mr Wm. iticfrien left this week for Dakota, where hn is to try his fortune. Suc- cess, Will. Mr Geo Laithwaite goes this week to travel as agent for the Oakes Organ Co. of Clinton. We shonld pronounce Geordie a flrat class salesman. Stanley. NOTES—Mrs J. Dunbar and Misa Sarah Dunbar are visiting in Stanley at present. Miss Margaret Falconer is also visiting friends in Stanley Mr Walter Moffat has moved into the house lately vacated by Mr Wm. Moffat, who has moved to the North- west. MONIIMENT.--Mr Hood, of the 2nd con., has placed his order with Mr W. M. Giffin, of Clinton, for a very large white bronze monument, to be erected in Baird's cemetery, to the memory of his son, who died in the early part of the winter. The foun- dation has to be four feet square, and built up with solid masonry. It has to be well done, but Giffin always gives them a good job. GRANGE MEETING.—The regular meeting of the Stanley Sun Grange was held on Tuesday evening. The regular business of the evening was disposed of and then followed a lengthy discussion on the benefits disadvantages of poor houses After the discussion the following resolu- tion was carried almost unanimously Resolved that in the opinion of this Grunge it is desireable to have a poor house establisned in this county. Hill's Green. Quite a few of our young men left for the North-West on Tuesday of last week. Mr Marshall, of Tuckersmith,has rented the farm formerly occupied by J Sparks. Mr Thos. Wil, on has moved over to Mr S. Foster's old place. We wish him success in his newhome. Mr Geo. Kennard has gone to seek his fortune in the far West. He start- ed for Dakota on Tuesday last. It is talked of starting a daily pap - er in cur village. Tom, will make a good editor and we wish him the best of success. Messrs. W. Jarrott and Jack Coch- rone drove to Howick Tp., for a load of seed potatoes which are selling up there for 25 cts a bushel. They met with deep snow and bad roads. Quitea sensation was caused in our usually quite village Last week by the appearance of a band of drunken loaf- ers from a ueighboring town. They had been on a spree since St, Patrick's Day and on returning stopped at our village and made themselves at home by entering a private house. They were glad to get off with their lives; such conduct is unseemly especially in broad day Light. -•- Goderich Township. Horses.—lt is rumored around that Mr Harry Weston and Mr Jos. Plewes have each a pony that is con- sidered the best in the township.— When they are hitched to a buggy the driver has to keep a good hold of the reins, or else he might be landed out a little faster than he got in.— Now, Joe, tell Harry the track will soon be in good shape, so secure good harness and sulkies, for the season at once. Who's first.—Coar. Westfield. Nome—The I. O. 0, T. intend holding an open meeting on the ev- ening of the 9th inat,; an interesting programme will be the order of the evening. Rev. J. C. Marlock will oc- cupy the pulpit next Sabbath even- ing at 6 o'clock. We are glad to learn that our young blacksmith is prospering in his new field of labor ; we wish him sueeess. The special meetings, conducted by Rev. J. Isaac, have closed, but with less success than was antieipated. The roads in this vicinity are very bad, but we are cheered by the prospect of soon hav- ing the carry come into Westfield. The neck -tie social held at Mr Jos. Hoover's last Tuesday night, was a grand d enceess, the proceeds amount- ing to $40. Londesboro. Mrs Edmund Manuing, of th village, is 80 years old and never used spectacles. She cau see to read as well as any young person. Our friends would find it very in- teresting as well as profitable, if they would attend the Wedneeday eveniug prayer -meeting. The Rev Mr Fer- guson will expound the Sabbath school lesson as usual; last week, as it was review lesson, a bible reading was given instead, which was very much appreciated by all present. FoRRESTERs.—Last Friday night was a galla time for the Forreaters here, the H. C. R., Bro. Lowe, of London, being present at the regular meeting of the court and gave valu- able information in the work of For- reetry in general. After the regular routine of business and a very in- structive address from the El. C. R., the good and welfare order of business was taken up when every member took part, which consisted of speech- es, songs, crack jokes, etc. is NOTES.—Mr James Webster has sold his 14 months old Durham bull to Mr Leiper, of the 10th con., Hul- lett, for $138 ; still people say there is no pfpfit in raising thoroughbred stock, but ask Mr Webster. Our butcher business has again changed hands, Mr W. Cole now being the proprietor, Mr Ruby, the late pro- prietor, going to Crediton. The As- sizes created quite a talk here, several going there to hear the most impor- tant case. A person would think that the farmers around here were go - Ing to do nothing but plow and har- row next summer by the looks of • our blacksmith shops. Word has been received from the boys who went to Denver City, Colorado, that they ar- rived and enjoyed the trip and scen- ery very much. GRANGE SOCIAL.—The annual so- cial of the Hullett Grande, No 393, was held in Bell's Hall. Londesboro, on Thursday, March 27th. The en- tertainment was preceeded as usual by a good outlay of eatables on one table, and an outlay on another table of uneatables to some people, is the shape of oysters, to which every one seemed to bring a very good appetite and satisfied it. There was a very good attendance considering the state of the roads and that mem- bers of the Grange only were admit- ted. The reason why only grangers were admitted is, two captains were ick whoin ed, to Lurn picked members to be on their side in a literary con - teat that has been carried on most of the winter. The contest consisted of literature, each side counting marks proportionally to Their delivery or merits. The ladies en the losing side were to bake and the gentlemen to pay 25cts, all of which was to go to- wards previding tor the social. This is why the grangers decided at the commencement of the contest that outsiders were to be excluded. The captains were Mr Humphry Snell and Mr William Grey, the victorious and conquered respectively. After the supper it was moved and seconded that Mr Nicholas Cummings, W. M., take the chair, to which Mr Cum- mings made an amendment which was seconded and carried that Mr Humphry Snell be chairman. The chairman made, a few remarks and proceeded witthe program. The programme consisted of songs by the choir,John Tambelon, Mr T Neelands Thos. Cole, Mrs N Cummings, Mrs J Shobbrook, Miss Shobbrook, T Nee - lands, J Tambleton, Miss N Cum- mings and H Livermore. Readings were given by J Cartwright, Mrs J. Cartwright and I Woods ; recitation by J Manning ; speeches by J Brig- ham, W Brigham, J Cumming, and N Cummings ; dialogues, tI Snell, R Hesk and J Cartwright, Miss Martha Snell and W Grey. After the writ- ten programme ran out the chairman amused the spectators by calling on them promiscuously for recitations, songs, instrumental music, &c., ac- cording to his idea of their capacity. The eveivpng was pleasantly spent by all,and they returned home at a reas- sonable hour.—COM Brucefield; NOTES.—Owing to Miss Williams lady evangelist, continuing the evan- gelistic meetings in the Methodist church, the Life Boat Crew will not be here to hold services until near the end of the present month. The special services in the Methodist church under the direction of Miss Williams are well attended. MrJohn Snider has just now moved his har- ness business to the shop lately ac- cupied by Mr Frank O'Neil, next to Mrs Baird's store. MrsGeo Hill,who had a few days ago a large cancerous growth removed, is recovering fast. A Goon SOCIETY.—Though this village is not very large it has in its midst a strong organization known as the young People's Society ofChristian Endeavor, of Union Presbyterian Church, Rev J. H. Simpson is Pre- sident. A program covering six months bas been prepared, and em- braces all kind of topics for christian development. It will develop the abilities of those who have to handle the subjects, doing them good spirit- ually, and cannot tail to be of gre at profit and interest to aII who partici- pate in the meetings. e• -•-a Nile. NoTEs.—James Young, of Clinton, preachedat the Nile last Sunday morn- ing and evening; Mr Young is always accepted at the Nile. Miss Martha Kirkpatrick, of Nile, was; united in marriage to Mr Robt Medd last Wed- nesday. Rev. H. Irwin tied the knot. New Church is an item of interest at Nile ; it will likely be built in a year or two, as one is very generally needed. The campmeeting to be held here in June is being looked for- ward to with a good deal of interest, and no doubt much good will be done Clinton New Era, best paper in Huron Baylield. Goo") SOCIETY.—We are please 1 to learn that the Temprance Societ organized here some time ago is pros pering greatly. There was a very good attendance at.the meeting on Friday night, many of the Godericb brethren being present. The debate "resolved that women have more influence than men" was very interesting. The affirmative launched forth with all the zealous ardour characteristic of Bayfield women and by sheer courage carried off the palm. This society should be encouraged, as it is acting no small part in the improvement of the morals of our town. A SPLENDID PASTOR.—The mem- bers and adherents of St Andrews church have been anxiously awaiting an answer to the hearty call ;which they, some time ago, extendedto Rev Mr Henderson; he has accepted the invitation and will be inducted as soon as possible, we congratulate the Pres- byterians of Bayfield and Bethany on obtaining the services of such a tal- ented young preacher. [The NEW ERA can endorse all that is said concerning Mr Hender- son, having been personally acquain- ted with him for years. He is an undefatigable worker, a capital speaker, and will give the Presby- terians of Bayfield excellent service.] NOTES.—Miss Minnie Armstrong, of the Brownson line is at present staying with Mrs Dr. Stanbury for the purpose of pursuing the study of music. On Tuesday of this week two more of the youths of our town were united in the holy bonds which only death or divorce can sever. The couple referred to were Mr H. Greer and Miss Letty Parker. The happy pair left Brncefield station for Chat- ham on Wednesday, bearing with them the good wishes of this com- munity. Mr Richard Bailey, pro- prietor of the Commercial Hotel has a largely signed petition to present to the Commissioners asking far a li- cense for the coming season. Mr. Bailey has one of the best summer hotels in the village, and many hope he will get what he and hie fellow. citizens ask. Mr. Wm. Maneer and Ed Falconer left on Monday for' the West. Mr Jonathan Hogarth left last week for London. Captain Jack- son is off on a trip to Ottawa. The good ice in the rink was enjoyed by quite a number this week Mr Ed. Elliott is attending the assizes at Goderich this week. Mr Joseph Elliott has returned from his studies in Knox College, Toronto, but leaves on Saturday for Inkster, Dakota, where he has procured a position for the summer. Mr John Eason is in town this week. The Salvation Army are holding rorth every night and have been drawing many to their meetings. Mrs Martin left on Monday for Tor- onto to visit friends there. Miss Jamieson, of Hullett, is spending a few weeks -with her sister bliss Jennet Jamieson. Mrs Dr Nichol and Katie left on Monday to visit friends in Ridgetown, before settling down in their new home. We understand the Doctor will follow them soon. Mrs Walnesley and family have moved into the house lately occupied by Mr. V. Roth. Mr David Stott is offering for sale his farm, which overlooks the harbor and lake. It consists of some one hundred and eighty acres and is supposed to be one of best in the neighborhood. One of our reread•• ably srnart young ladies was badly fooled on the lst of April. A friend had sent her a box of candy and she, having suspicions that it was a joke, threw the whole into the fire without opening it, Mrs W. Woods, who bas a large internal tumor weighing about 30 lbs, removed last Thursday, is doing well. Miss Huston has been very ill with inflammation, but we are glad to say that she is recovering. d Milburn. Y • Dungannon. The Y. P. S. met on Monday night for the election of officers for the en- suing quarter, the officers elected be- ing as follows :--President, G Ander- son ; vice-president, P F Hamlen ; Secretary, J McLean ; Assistant-sec- retary,Miss Bickle ; Treasurer,Miss S. McMath. Mrs Wilson, milliner, who has been for the past two months visiting at her son's, Mr W. Wilson, of New Mexico, returned last week, accom- panied by her eon, who intends op- ening out a tailorshop. We welcome Mr Wilson back again, as he used to be an old and much respected resi- dent of this place, and we wish him every success in business. NOTES.—Miss Baldro, of Zanes- ville, has been visiting her friend, Miss M. Robinson. Miss Polly West is at present visising ber cousin, Miss A. M. Thompson. We undeaatand that Mr T. Smylie is to become a resi- dent of our village, purchasing the property formerly occupied by Mr J. Mallough. A concert was held in Mallough's hall on Friday evening last, under the direction of Mrs Arm- strong; it was mostly all foreign tal- ent, which consisted of vocal and ins- trumental music, with recitations, but was not very largely attended, Mr George Horn has purchased two lots from B. J. Crawford, at quite a high figure. Revival services closed here a week ago, last Friday night, with very good success. Mies A. Treleav- en left for Belgrave with her brother Bert and Alex, this week, where they intend opening out store -keeping ; we wish them success. Mre Bridges, and sister, Miss C. Pentland, went to London last week for their spring stock of millinery. Mrs W. McMath is at present visiting friends in Clin- ton, the guest of her son, Mr James McMath. Miss Lou Treleaven and• Miss Matthie, of Lucknow, paid a short visit to friends here. Acon- cert which completed the lecture course was given on Wednesday, 2nd of April, under the auspices of the Y. P. S. by the North street choir of Goderich, ander the leadership of S. P. Halle, assisted by some gifted elo- cutionists. We are glad to learn that Mrs A. Pentland is recovering from her recent illness. NOTES —Mr S Spink-. who has IN en nor the past two ruontjrs a qui -sr. of Mr David MilIsm] ,hae+ gore, to Tor- onto to follow his trade as a brick layer. Miss Farucomb. of London, is a guest at "The Willows" the resi deuce of Mr W. E. Coldwetl. Miss Maggie Hayes, who has been ladies posed for the past week is convales- cent,and we hope shortly to see her in her accustomed health. Mkssrs.Stewort -& Staples are ruuoing the merchantile business of our village at hill blast. Miss Ida Britton was absent from her school duties on Wednesday last, offi- ciating as bridesmaid for ]Miss Con- nell. If dame rumor speaks correct- ly there are other matrimonial events on the programa for the near future; and so will be ad infinitum. SOCIAL.—The Good Tempi ere held their entertainment in the Temper- ance Hall on Friday evening last,and which proved one of the most enjoy- able events of the season. Prompt;on time Dr, Cooper was appointed chair man and it was demonstrated to every one present that the success and en- joyment of such events are contribut- ed to greatly by having an efficient and humorous occupant of the chair. The program consisted of music, readings, recitations and dialogues. The songs of Messrs. Henderson and McLeodof Seaforth, elicited applauses on all sides. Hullett. We are glad to learn that MrsAins- ley, (daughter of MrS.Millin) who for the past three or four months has been living in Kingsten, has returned home for the summer. Too HEAVY.—One day not long ago, Mr E. Morris, of the boundary line, near Blyth, started for Clinton with a load of ;flax straw, but owing to the bad roads he was obliged to leave it in the barn of Mr Joseph Garrett, about half a mile north of Londesboro. n d 0 ANNIVERSARY.—On Thursday o last week, a number of grand childre and other familiar friends, gathere at the house of lir John Garrett, t celebrate the seventy-fifth annivet sary of his birth•duy. The after noon was devoted to pitching quoits and variousother kinds of amusemen after which carne refreshments music, songs etc. and the party separ ated wishing him many. "Happy re turns of the day." A DAISY.—Last week one of Mr George Dale's prize mares dropped a foal, sired by Churchill & Wallace's imported stallion, Fleetwood, which Mr Dale cinsiders is the best the mare has had, out of five foals, one of which he sold for $410. George is a competent judge of a good foal, and some people are likely to find that out when they meet him on the show ring. The best evidence of a horse's value is in the stock that he leaves, and a good colt of this kind is proof that cannot tie questioned. SCHOOL,—Below is the report of S. S. No 7 for the month of March. Fourth Class.—Marks obtainable 114; Albert Shobbrook 103, Lizzie Brown 97, Mary Millar 97, Kate Little 96, Robt Kelly 94, Fred Shobbrook 88, Gilbert Curring 77. 3rd Class.— Alarks obtainable 148 ; Dolly Murphy 136, Thomas Koox 120, Maggie Murphy 117,Robt Pate 99. Second Class.—Marks obtainable 132; Clara Sanderson 98, Robt Lamont 89, Wm. Caldwell 59. 1st book, part 2nd— Marks obtainable 152 ; Nellie Lyon 139, John Bedford 120, Wm. Bedford 108, Ernest Sanderson 103; Harvey Morris 102, Albert Brigham 90. NOTES.—The Presbyterians are get ting the material on the ground for a new brick church, at the hill, on the 10th con.; from present appearances, it will be a church that will be a cre- dit to the congregation; we believe the old church will be pulled down, and the material utilized as far as possible. Mr Wm. H. Medd, of the llth con., has sold the homestead and his stock and implements; we believe it is his intention to move with his family to Listowel, near where his brother is living. Mr T. Lear, of the gravel road, is getting the material on the ground to enlarge his barn and build stables under it. Miss Maggie Morris, of the 10. con. who has been visiting friends near Lucknow, has just returned. Mr Smith Eno has rented his father's farm for $250 a year, for the term o five years. The many friends of Mr Joseph Morris, are glad to see his smiling countenance around again after being confined to the house for some time with a cut foot. It is rumored that a certain young farmer, near Londesboro, contemplates enter- ing into partnership with a certain hill of this township. Miss Minnie Mogridge has been confined to her bed, with a heavy sickness, for the last six weeks, and many friends will be sorry to hear that no hopes are en- tertained/of her recovery, but there is one grand feature in her sickness and that is, she is camly trurting in her saviour: Mr Fred Youngblutt will finish his threshing this week, he having to thresh for Mr Lyons, near here on Wednesday; something new to hear the hum of the machine in April. Sugar making is all the go around here now,look out for your taffy boys. Our roads are blest with lots of mud now a days. What Jack Connell will do, now that Will Car- ter has formed a new partnership, is the puzzling question, but Jack will likely "go and do likewise." Holm esville, Notes —Sugar making is the grd:gr of the day In this vicinity; /4Rhipps has already made about fitftyga#lons of first class syrup, and Byron Fore* in b.iling every day and a goad part of every night. Mr T. Murch intondif spending Easter in Fullerton, among old friends. Will Docking, in writ, ing /rare Manitoba, says he was ear.- prised rr:prised to find, what he expected to b as itvel as a floor, f"tttly a$ hilly as. Ontario. Mr Ed, $warts novij rejoices over a son; we extend our c ngratu-r lathe's. Mr Heury Bush, D. ., visite. ed our village: again on Wed eeciay, he having beep^here about lever* years ago; he d aiwa to be a D. s of the truesttype, having gottei.tiia' honor diret,frogd heaven. The Wip men's Missionary Society held the monthly meeting on Wednesday af• ' ternoon; at Mrs W. Stanley's, with a`''. good attendance. Miss Kennedy has lett the east end, and now reside@ in Clinton. The principal topic at the stores and blacksmith shops is "How will I get tey money out?" Those who went to the assizes on Tuesday,` and Wednesday, to hear the prince=,.?, pal case, as spme would say, got left. George Levis bought Ed. Swarts' sore "! rel driver, on Monday. Mr Stanley parted with his broncho pony. Sas, '`4' Docking has hired with B. Forster- for the summer months. George Phipps is working at Benmiller, id ' the saw mill. Mr Elias Potter is breaking his gray colt in, which, if •i' properly trained, ought to make A. •', fine Driver. We regret to learn, that Mr Geb: Tebbutt, jr., lost a valuable;'`!;'. mare a few"alays ago. Mr J. Hill, of Hullett, has 136evisiting our village;.,;` if he has no busidtsa on hand when he arrives, he soon"oreates it; a num- ber of cattle soon changes h000nde when he interferes; about •20 Jie were bought and sold in a veil abo `tr time. SCHOOL—At the promotion exa'ils� nations held here on Friday last; tl' following promotions were madet4 3rd to 4th,—Fred Stanley, Nelsdrt rrewartba, Oscar Forster. 2nd to 3rd,—Eldred Yeo, Emily Docking, Edith Tebbutt, Lavinia Tebbutt, Cephia Mulholland,' Maud Demp- sey. 1st to 2nd, — Sarah Col- slough, Ethel Disney, Lizzie Glide don, John Walters, Edith Huller; Charles Williams. Auburn. NOTES.—Samuel Marshall jr., left';';;; on Monday for Toronto, where he is going to work at house carpentering ,;.§ with Mr A Morton. Mr Galt rented Mr Wm Down's house former- ly occupied by Mr Lockhart, and moved his family into it. Mr. Mer ton Flemming, who has been runni the gristmill for a number of years, . is going to leave abdut the first of May. Mr J. Cullis, of Buffalo, is coming to run the mill with his brother Albert. There . is a good opening here now for a first class shoe maker, as there is only one shoe store ), in our village. Mr Wm. Downs and'.':';;! family left here on Friday last for '• Toronto west Junction station. We are sorry to part with such a good citizen and Christian worker; he has been a very acceptable Teacher in the Methodist Sabbath School,'he having had charge of the Bible class for a number of years. The_ Trustees of the English church have purchased a new Excelleior organ from Oakes & Co, of Clinton, for the church. Mr ,s J. C; Collis has put in a stave split • - ting machine in his sawmill this spring. Mr M Lockhart has gone. back to his old profession of impart- ^: ing instruction to the young and ris- ing generation,and has taken a school to teach, in California. Mr Thos-, Hoare and wife have returned home after spending the winter with their`;,- son, near Clinton, MrC.Washington.',;` has been suffering from a severe" attack of inflammation of the lung—' during the past week butls recovering, Can I lawfully drive past a team on the road without asking peri tet3i0u Yes. Which side of the road should <' I take ? Left. '',Can I claim half of the road ? Yes, if the man is not too heavily loaded to conveniently ;. turn off, Leeburn ENTERTAINMENT, -The entertain- ment spoken of last week will be held;. f in the temperance hall, on Thursday, April 10. A debate will be given by two members of Nile Lodge and two of Leeburn Lodge; subject, "Resolved % r,`. that the books we read have more influence over our lives than the company we keep." Dialogues, reci- tation, readings and singing are also ". being prepared. Every effort is being N, put forth to make it a success, so the public may expect a good treat. NOTES.—Mr James Linklater is haring a handsome portico erected over his fron t door; this, with the new fence, and neat little gate, will be quite an improvement. Mess Ate, drews, teacher of Sheppardton school, was the guest of her friend, Miss J,..'_ Linfield, on Monday, and during the day visited school No. 9. Mra Wales ;'• ters and children are at present with her mother, Mrs Jas. McManus, that. children having been taken dowxt,,`;, with measles. Mr R. Fulford is Hifi( w' week acting on the jury. The Bandl tY of Hope meetings are again started here, and will comence every Saturday afternoon, at 3.30. Colborne. - NOTES.—Rev Mr Stutton preaches at Benmiller circuit next Sunday. Mr Toms, the inspector, visited No. .2, school Benmiller, last Thursday Next Sunday is Easter, look out for eggs 1 If yon want to hear home news take the NEW ERs. Mr. R. Morrish aceompied by hie little b6y is paying a flying visit to his parents He intends returning home today (Friday). The unexpected removal of David Baer was a surprise to all his friende. rt AT Horan —A glance at the pro- gramme, to be rendered at the",d,t. Homo," under the auspices of the O. A. A.A. on Tuesday evening, the 8th'. `. inst., as outlined by the bills whio)t have been distributed throughout the town, will convince everyjone that a rich treat is in store for those who attend, many entirely new and rioter features wilt be introduced in the eii«s dering of the programme which, twill assist in making the entertainitient, eclipse anything yet presented to it Clinton audience. The reserved reserved ileat plan is now open at Jackson Brea. Township news c,•nttntio$ On page di