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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton New Era, 1890-09-12, Page 1• eie TWENTY FOURTH VOL the Whole Number 2177. • essiesmossamminewssampors 1p sese CLINTON, ONT., SEPTEMBER 12, 1890. ROBERT HOLMES.' Publleher $1.60 a year iu aslvnnco. ,t. Our Weekly Budget OF INTERESTING NEWS From all parts of the County—by wide-awake and lively Correspondents Wingham. MR. EDITOR — DEAR SIR, — We think it far from right that our live go-ahead town should not be repre- sented in the hub paper of the coun- ty, viz., "The Clinton NEW ERA." It has until lately been well repre- sented, but now your scribe seems to have grown weary in well doing, having laid aside that mighty weapon, the pen; a weapon capable of giving keener thrusts than the sharpest steel, and also having the two pro• penaities of either stirring up men's ire, or pouring oil upon the troubled waters. During the past week life and death have visited out midst, the latter claiming for its own the wife of Mr James Ross. Although having reached almost the allotted span of life, she s Wednes- day of lastweek, in the fullVen oy- ment of health and strength, and on the day mentioned was attending to her usual household duties as of yore, when lo ! the messenger came when she looked not for him; within two hours from the time stricken she was numbered with the silent majority. Her son, Mr A. Ross, at the time was away on a visit to friends in Quebec, and notable to follow to their final oe resting place the mortal remains of his beloved mother. We said life •aud death—how about the former? Why, behold you ! Another little baker has come to town, And Nichols is his name, But as yet he has not great renown, 'Though he's all there just the same. St. Helens. NOTES.—Miss Linda S. Harris has returned home to Toronto, after visiting friends in this place. Mies Weatherhead, Grindstone City, Michigan, is visiting at her uncle's, Mr Geo. Weatherhead. Mr W. R. Miller and wife, of Toronto,(formerly f Goderich) are visiting at his brother's, Mr R. K. Miller. Mise Annie Clark is visiting her uncle, ev D. McKenzie, of Tara. Miss odd spent a few days with friends n Kinloss last week. We are glad o see Mr Robt McGrieve, who has een ailing this while back, recover - d sufficiently to return to his work gain. Miss Pinnell is visiting at her uncle's, Mr Thos. Todd. Miss Victoria Curran has returned from `siting friends near Teeswater. R: v R. S. G. Anderson and sister have eturned, feeling greatly benefittedlby heir prolonged vocation. Miss Mc• onald spent a week with friends in oderich. Mrs John Webster has gone on a trip up the lakes, for the ood of her health. Mr Thee Brown nd wife, of Auburn, paid a flying visit to friends here. Mr Wm E. ordon has returned home' from Sault Ste Marie, and rcporte times very dull there. Dame Rumor has t that some of the youcg ladies in his vicinity are seriously contemplat- ing matrimony in the near future. is Radcliffe has returned from an extended visit to her daughter. Mrs urray. of London. A HarvestHome, nder the auspices of the I. O. G. T. was held in Mr Gordon's grove on September 51h, andiwas considered a suc ess, a lengthy programme,of dia- ogues, readings, recitations, singing nd string -band was rendered, being ably assisted by the members of Blake Lodge, Ashfield, after which tea wa served, then followed amusements consisting of swings, croquet, quoit c, also a game of foot ball between he "Grits" and the "Tories," result- ing in a victoryfor the "Grits." . 1-lill's Green. NOTES.—The Epworth League of Fanville had their fortnightly meet - f ng on Friday last; the principal part sof the program was the debate, men- And say; you see, sir, onward rolls the tide, as it ebbs, bearing some away on its resistless current, when it flows, bringing in with new tro- phies. Again, the hearts of Wing - ham citizens feel somewhat just now as did the Israelites of old, when they reached the promised land, and the goodly sight spread before their view, we have reference to the goodly sight of the fruits of the earth, which are now flowing in from all quarters; apples in plenty and plums in abun• dance, the mellow pear and luscious grape are also very plenty in our midst, and Messrs J. Kerr and J. Mc- Kelvie are each doing a big trade both retail and wholesale. Surely now is the biblical promise again being verified throughout our Domin- ion, that "While the earth remaineth seed time and harvest shall never cease." Noss, by the way, Mr Edit - 4 or, have you any rowdies in Clinton? Wingham has not many, but, alas, a few remaineth, who gave all who cared to witness a free exhibition of rowdyism, on Saturday evening, they performing the feat with fists and stones; had the chief been present he might also have taken part in the performance, for the good of the spectators. Our Town Hall contin- ues to aspire heavenward, with ra- pidity, and when completed will re- flect honor both upon the builder and upon the town. One of Wing - ham's local contemporaries stated in • last week's issue that the brick work would be completed that week, but it was a slight "lepton lieguto" ot the editor's pen, as it will yet be two weeks at least, before that part of the contract is completed. With regard to the clerical circle, we have not at the Industrial in Toronto. Will much to say, save that the Rev. J. I Hugill, ourenterprising young carri- Scott will be absent several weeks, ge maker, is in Toronto with the rest, attending the Montreal Conference. we may expect something new in the Think you, Mr Editor, that it is ab arriage line, as he always has an eye welfare ly necessary for the spiritual Mr E. Rands feats lin welfare ot the people, that two con- /to business.spring "urchased from Mr H. Greive, seed- ' ferences should be held within a few�an, of Seaforth, two bushels of Bon- lanza oats; he threshed them the other day and they yielded 75 bushels. J, Coops goes around with a broad smile ; the reason is because it is a boy. Our young people say that the NEW ERA is the best local paper published in the county and we should think so, judging by the rush there is for it on Friday nights. As a party of our young folks were returning home on Thursday night,or very early Friday a light was seen in J A Stew- art's store, but as Mr Stewart noticed nothing unusual next morning, we persuwe that there must have been a sudden gleam of light in their eyes. •^Bullett ORGAN.—A beautiful Piano Case Organ, made at the Oakes Organ Works, Clinton, now adorns the par- lor of Mr James Shobbrook, DIED IN DENVER.—MIB Thomp- son, widow, received word last week that her second eon had died of ty- phoid fever, in Denver. Colorado. An- other son left immediately to bring home the body, if that will be allow. ed. FARM SOLD.—The Cole farm, on the llth Con., of Hullett, being lot 30, 100 acres, has been sold by the executors to Mr Robt Cole, for the sum of $3,900. The buildings are all frame, and the price is considered a good one, the way land is selliug generally. a e EAST END NOFES —Mr Benson and Miss Effie Tyerman, of the 8th, are visiting friends in Toronto, Bow- manville and vicinity; we wish them a pleasant time: Alick no longer searches for his favorite flower the Lily; he is now to be seen flitting about a mile east of where the lily blooms. Mrs Melville is contemplat- ing a visit to her son Mr J. A. Mel- ville, of Hamilton. Mrs Hesk and Master Georgie have gone on a visit to Toronto and Scarboro. TANGLED UP.—Mr A. Elliott, of the 13th con., had a two year old colt of a "breachy" disposition tied dowa by means of a rope passing from his halter to a surcingle, and on Tuesday morning he found him lying with his hind foot fast in the rope. He had abused himself considerably in his struggles to get free, but on being re- leased, was able to get up, th9ugh it will be some time before he gets over the effects of his unnatural position. SCHOOL REPORT.—The following is the report of the standing of pupils of Exeter. Mr Geo. Ford left on Tuesday morning tor Teeswater, tor a drove of cattle that be had purchased We are glad to hear that Mrs W F Campbell, formerly of this place, who has beeu spending a few months visit in Michigan, for the benefit of her health, is decidedly improved,and has eturned to her husband in Blyth. r Henry Knapps, of Wingham, is visiting friends in the vicinity. Mr Tomlinson, after a long run on ednesdav, shot a splendid fox. re Wm Ramsay celebrated her 30th irthday by a quiet gathering Wednesday evening. ioned last week, and the decision vas given in favor of the negative— team. Mr James Redmond, ot Da- ota, is home on a visit, but purposes oon returning, as he thinks there is io place like Dakota. Mr Young, f Clinton, preached at Hills Green, n Sunday last. At the next meet - ng of the Epworth League, in Fan- ville, a Bible reading will be given y Miss Gram. Kinburn. NOTES.—Mrs Bainton, of Belmore, s this week visiting her mother, Mrs choals, of this place, she looks as well as of yore. Will Lindsay left est week to push his fortune in Mich- gan; Will will be missed by the boys. E. S. Schoales delivered last week to D. Donovan, of Seaforth, his magnifi- ent black horse,for which he received he round sum of $175; it pays to raise good horses, and Frank keeps nothing but the best. Our village is his week almost deserted, as a large umber of our young people are away on Go 1erich. NOTES —Rev T. West will officiate n Hullett next Sunday, and attend espers in Goderich, the same even. ng. The R. C. church means to let ts light shine—it bas now adopted he electric light. A large number f Separate School children partook of Holy Communion, for the first time, last Sunday; the girls were neatly robed in white, with veils and `oral wreaths, all bearing waxen apers, emblematic of the light of aith. As we beheld this solemn performance of early piety, our mind everted to the blessed scene of Jesus mbracing little children. and saying, 'Suffer little children to come unto ..e, and forbid them not, for of such s the kingdom of heaven." After he above ceremony the members of he congregation received the Eu- charist. We are glad [to;know that r Cameron has entirely recovered rom his recent illness. Blyth. A TERROR TO EVIL DOERS.—Some time this week a young man named McDougall, from near Walton, stole $18 from a poor drunken man coming this way. Constable Davie was put on his truck on Monday, and after considerable difficulty, captured hie man near Kippen, and landed him in the lockup on Wednesday evening. Constable Davis is to be commended for this clear capture. PICNIC.—The picnic held here on Wednesday, under the auspices of the young ladies of the Catholic church, was a grand success. Not- withstanding that a large number at- tended the Caledonian games, at Lucknow, a good crowd turned out, bent on merriment, and a consider- able sum was gathered by the ladies' society in connection with the church. Dancing was kept up all the after- noon,excellent music being furnished by Messrs Gidley, Bland and Max- well. The baseball game also receiv- ed a fair amount of attention, but we regretted to see our boys get such a bad beating as that administered to them by the Wingham team. Score, Wingham 23, Blyth 14. A notable feature of the picnic was the number of Protestants that attended it. This is as it should be, for Canada will never be a great nation, unless all men join hands and work for the good of our common country. NOTES.—Mr Dan McGillicuddy, of Goderich, was here, attending the picnic, on Wednesday. We noticed several tangle -footed lads here on Wednesday evening. C. A. Ross. of Hamilton, was here this week. Rev A. McLean and Mr James McGowan were in Hensall this week, attending a meeting of the Presbytery. Mr Richardson, of Toronto, who is at- tending to Mr Bruce's dental practise, Clinton, will visit Blyth every Mon day, (as Mr Bruce did) commencing on the 15th inst. Mr J. Rattenbury, of Clinton, was in town this week.— Mr Ed Watson is in Montreal this week. Mr Irwin, editor of the local paper, was in Markdale this week, attending the funeral of his sister. Mr Robb, Public School Inspector, was in town on Saturday. Mr Fred Milne, who bas been looking after the business of Mr C. Howson, ot Man- chester, while the latter was on his wedding trip, bas returned to town. Mr J. Frank, of Exeter, was here for the Catholic picnic, on Wednesday. Mr J. Scott and daughter were visit- ing friends in Clinton, on Wednesday. Mr J. E. Green, of London, is in town. Mr F. W. Tanner has left for Watford, where he is managing a bank. Miss Sage, of Walton, was visiting friends here this week. Mr John and Miss Ella McKinnon were visiting friends in Wingham, on Tuesday. Mr F. Cummer, of Wind- sor, formerly editor of the Standard, was here this week, visiting his fami- ly. Reeve Kelly was in the bub on Monday, talking railway. Miss Shane has returned from her holiday trip. Mr Will Shibley and brothers. of Cleveland, are visiting at the pa- rental home this week. Benmiller. NOTES.—George Levy, of Mitchell, pent a few days last week visiting fiends in this vicinity. There was a -large attendance at the meeting old in McMullin's grove on Sunday, in S S No 5,ifor August. The pupil's when excellent sermons were deliver - standing is based on diligence,ede- ed,morning and afternoon by the Rev mean..r and attendance. Number on u r Irvine,and evening by Mr Sander - roll 48, average attendance 38. Sr. son. The meeting was closed in the 4th Class—Lizzie Cunninghame, Geo evening by the rain without ceremony. Cunninghame, Gilbert:I Thompson. The bridge across the creek beside Junior 4th—Alice Manning,( Eliza he new mill is complete, except the Jane Carter. 3rd Class.—Eiizabeth pproaches, and they will be filled up J. Snell, Tommy Manning, Sarah 'n course of time. N. Morrish, Jr., Brown. Sr. 2nd Class -A Smith, M. ,f the Soo, spelt a week renewing Bingham, Herbert Huber. Jr. 2nd— old acquaintances. Everybody is Rob Cunningham and Willie Vodden, , oing to take in the Goderich and equal,Martba Hoggart,Laura McCool. Clinton shows. PART II CLAss—Jimmy Bingham, - John Cunningham,', Idessa Huber. Leeburn PART I CLASS—Laura Long, Cecilia NOTES.—Mrs Cassidy returned to Eidt, Mollie Eidt. her home on Saturday evening, from NOTES. — Miss Feline Floody hes Hamilton, but we are sorry to say just returned from a two months' ber daughter was still very ill. Mr visit to her brother, Rev R. J. John McAllister left for Chicago, on Floody, of Michigan. Mr Jas. A. Monday, where he intends working Reid, of Clinton Model School, paid at his trade, for a time at least. Mr a visit to his parents, in Harlock on E. Potter and family, of Holmesville, Saturday. Mr J. Brown's faithful visited relatives here this week. Mr "Foxy" bad a severe attack of colic ooper, of Kippen, returned home on one day last week, as a result of too Friday, after spending a few pleasant much kiedness in the shape of over- . ays here, the guest of his old friend feeding, on pea meal; with the assist- neighbor, Mr Whiteman; both these ance of J Perdue, V. S., he was re- entlemen are now past eighty years, stored to his normal condition. Those and had many tales of old times, and living near Knox's bridge talk of prospects of the present times, to talk covering it with saw dust, to prevent about; considering their age they are them being awakened so often at both quite smart, and during Mr night, by a buggy from the 14th, Cooper's stay did considerable walk - conveying a young man returning ing, taking in the points of interest from a certain house on the 10th around, among them;Point Farm and con. 'ts surroundings. There is a certain -ndividual around here, who styles .imself Joe Mayweed, who has frequently been heard to run down women folk of this place, saying that he steam thresher wakens them in he morning, and such like; now, we want to tell him that we have just as ood pluck in our town as he can find in his; why, just think, one of our dames had the pluck to walk from ioderich station here, a distance of our miles, all alone in the dark, fter getting off the train at 10 p,m., ately—how is that for pluck, lir Iayweed ? months of each other? Of course things spiritual and things temporal vary greatly, but should the latter in all its branches require so much consultation and referring, we fear that our merchants would not be able to run business on the same margin that they are now doing. As .,we write we are reminded that the evil propensity of our first mother, Eve, still exists in the hearts of her chil- dren, that is, of eating not too much of the apple only, but of fruit of the vine at large, many have, are, and doubtless will suffer from over indul- gence in eating of nature's bounty, but you know experience teaches knowledge, but knowledge gained thus is often hard, both physically ds and financially; the laws of nature, unlike the laws of the land, cannot be tampered with or abused, without punishment. But there is sickness in our midst not caused by the above mentioned; Mrs J. McCould was sud- denly stricken with violent pain, while visiting her father, at Belgraye, on Sunday last; they drove her home as quickly as possible, and although yet pretty sick, we are glad to state that sbe is now nicely on the mend. ACCIAENT.— On Friday evening Mr J. Foster (formerly of Clinton) art, as Mr James Wanlese was driv- elso has a very sick boy, who has ing along the road, his horse shied at been prostrated by fever for several some object, and overturned the bug - weeks; he also has taken a turn for gy, throwing him out with great the better, and will doubtless soon orce on the hard road. He was be around again in his usual health. onsiderably shaken up, and bas been By the way, Mr Editor, you bad bet- onflned to the house for a few days, ter take a run up to Wingham, fair n consequence thereof, but we hope day; should it be as last year, then by ill Boon be nothing the worse for his no means come, but the prospects are , `Shap. that this year will far eclipse any TEMPERANCE MEETING --On Tuee- former occasion, you see, sir, Wing - ay evening last the Royal Templars hem is bound to keep to the front, in of this village held an open meeting, spite of dark streets and shaky aide - n the Temperance Hall. Addresses walks. We would like to write a ,ere delivered by Revs Mr Newton, little more about Wingham and of Bayfield, and W. Walker, of Varna Wingham'; heroes, of its joys and ,oth of whom gave eloquent anc� sorrows,;leo of its greatly increasing ,riled l addresses, which were lis - commercial cial activity, but fear you will coed to by a large and orderly audi- begrudge us space, therefore allow .ace. The reading by Mies Blair mo to refrain, very truly yours, was very fine, and admirably adapted A WINfIHAM (IRIT' or the occasion. The beautifu New enbscribera can get the Nne choruses by the choir were well ten Enc to the end of the year for 35 cents, dered, and highly appreciated by th cash. audience. East Wawanosh. Goderich Townsht ii FARM SOLD.—Mr 13. J. Martin has sold his fifty acre farm to an un- known person, but it is generally supposed to be the man wish the nickels, however we will know sbort- ly. Price paid we believe to be $2250. Mr Martin will go to Michi- gan in a few weeks, he being an ardent yankee and staunch upholder of Republican ideas, has taken this plan to make the best of existing circumstances, seeing he could not mould public opinion to his own liking. We hope he will be benefitted and pleased with the change. NOTES. — Mr Joseph Stonehouse, our popular atone mason is hard at Varna. NOTES. —We are pleased to see the xenial face of Mr John Foote, jr.,who s home from Milwaukee, Mich., on visit to his parents, looking hale nd hearty. GARDNN PARTY.—A garden party ill be held in the orchard of Mr Se - cord, on the evening of Friday, Sept. 8th. The affair is in connection ith the Methodist Church, and will .o doubt be well patronized. Holiuesyille. COMFORT Too.—There may often be seen driving through our village an aged gentleman in a two -wheeled chariot. When interrogated as to the impropriety of using such a vehicle at his advanced age,he unhesitatingly asserted that he found such a con- tracted seat a necessity to maintain an unblemished character. This not only speaks well for the personal ap- pearance of the gentleman but also of his intrinsic worth in guarding his character. AccIDENT.—We regret to learn that Mr George Tebbutt was kicked by a colt one day last week, an acci- dent by which three of his ribs were broken. He is doing as well as can be expected. ANNIVERSARY.—We 'earn • it is the intention of the Methodists of this place to grace their church annivers- ary by a "Harvest Home Festival," to be held about the 6th of October. It will doubtless be, as they usually are, a grand success. Rias BROKEN.—Mr John Cantelon had the misfortune to break two of his ribs on Monday last. He was en- gaged in wireing stovepipes, when the boarded ceiling upon which he was standing suddenly gave way, precipi- tating him upon the stove below,with the aforementioned result. He will be laid up for some days. e NOTES.—We are credibly informed that Mr Jeptha Bolted intends to re- turn to the farm here at no distant day. Mrs Milson, of London, is the guest ot her sister, Mrs T. Lobb. A number of our citizens are visiting down east, intending to take in the Toronto Exhibition before their re• turn ; among them are Mre B. Foster, Mrs J. L. Courtice and Mrs (Rev) Ayers. Edwin and Minnie Jervis spent Saturday and Sunday in Morris. W J Lobb spent Saturday and Sun- day in Exeter. The Epworth league intends having something new in the way of a program; next Monday even- ing, it is especially requested that all the members be present, and visitors are always heartily welcome. We are On the platform were noticed re glad to learn that Mr H B Evans is presentatives from the three differ - mending though slowly• Those who ent denominations, Rev J. Carey, expected to hear the sermon to young of the English church, Rev Mr ladies last Sabbath evening, by Rev. airbairn,of the Presbyterian church, W, Ayers, need not be dissappointed and Revs Messrs Fear, of the Nile, for it is coming in the near future, Ir Campbell, of Blyth, and the The ladies of the church met on Mon- chairman, Mr Potter, the music was day to make arrangements for the good, which was provided by the coning tea meeting, which is to be choir assisted by Miss Pearl and Mies held.on the first Monday in October; Smith, of Lucknow, a recitation was they 'decided to have fowl of every de- given by Miss E. Crozier. Tea was scription, celery, &c., and from the served at the close of the program, way they're taking hold of it the com- a game of base ball between the ing annniversary promises to eclipse married men and single, which re - suited inn victory for the married anything held here before. Messrs. Geo. Holland and John Cantelon are men, with the day closed rt very euc- spending a few days in the vicinity •,ces ful Harvest Home. work at Mr John Bone's wall, and he has two other large contracts to fill before the winter season. We are glad to learn that Mr Richard •i vVightman, of Michigan, formerly of this place, intends returning to live here, having bought lot 40, con. 4, formerly owned by John • Johnson, now of Manitoba. Nellie and Maggie Porterfield leave here next week to attend college, the former at the Forest City Business College, the latter at the Clinton Collegiate In- stitute; they are smart young people and we are sure they will give a good account of themselves at the examin- ations. A BLOOMER.—The 1uschir spoken of last week sinks into insignl#efunla when compared with one owned,lor Miss Emma Jenkins, of the 1Qth Ctils. On the one spoken of last week were 170 buds, whereas on Miss 3ezl- kine' are 410 bads. This takes the lead ae far as heard. DOING WELL.—Mr tram Churchill writes to his friends that he like; Vancouver exceedingly well and hal no intention of returning to Goderich township, so long as he succeed; as well BB he is at present. Go it Sam, make your pile and then come back to Ontario and enjoy it. • Dungannon DEATH.—Un Friday morning Mrs David Sproule received the sad in- telligence of the death of her brother, Mr C. Kitson, of St Thomas, and on Saturday morning she, with her husband, left for that place. NorES.—Mrs Martin, of Wingham, but formerly of this place, is at present visiting old friends here, she is accompained by her little boy, Arthur. Some of our young people visited the lake on Saturday evening. Mr J. Keine and Mr J. Wade, of Gerrie, spent Suuday here. Rev A. Potter attended tbo four -days meet- ing on Monday, held at Benmiller. Mrs Miller, of Toronto, is the guest of Mrs W. Lane. Miss A. Treleaven has gone on a short visit to Bel - grave. Mrs Wilson and little grand- son, Willie Crawford, left on Sat- urday morning for London. Rev nd Mrs Carey have gone on a trip o London. The Duogannon Fair is to be held on October 14th and 15th. The new Town Hall is to be eady for the occasion HARVEST HOME.—On Friday, the Oa, the annual Harvest Home of he Methodist church, held under he auspices of the Y. P. S., took place in the grove of Mr Thomas nderson, and was one of the most successful yet held. The day was Beautiful, which added greatly to he enjoyment of all those present, he platform and the tables were eautifully decorated, as well as be - ng richly loaded with good things. i 1cKfllop. NOTES.—A goodly number in this vicinity are preparing to take in the Toronto Fair this week and next. The Sabbath Schools of Dui and Cavan churches held their annual picnic in Mrs Kerr's grove on Wednesday, 10th inst. Seaforth LACROSSE.—A lacrosse match was played at Paris Saturday for the western championship between the Seaforth and Stratford clubs, which resulted in four straights for Strat- ford. FOOT BALL. — The semi-annual meeting of the Hurons was held Friday evening and the following officers elected: Honorary president, R. Jamieson; first vice, W. 0. Reid; second vice, Thos Kidd; president, W. W. Meredith; vice-president, G. Anderson; secretary -treasurer, W. Prendergast; councilors, H. J. Craw- ford, W. McDonald, J. L. Killoran; captain, J. W. Livingston; Mr G. A. Dewar was appointed representative of the club at the W. A. meeting in Toronto. TEMI'LARS.—At the regular meet- ing of the Royal Templars on Mon- day evening last, a very pleasant time was spent. The usual order of business was dispensed with, and a musical and literary program prepar- ed and carried out in a manner pleasing to all present. During the evening refreshments were served by the lady members of the order. Meetings of this kind are enjoyable and profitable, and if frequently in- dulged in would be the means of in- ducing young people to leave the street corners and other places of idleness, to enjoy themselves in a way that would do them good. Dur- ing the corning season the Royal Templars intend having open meet- ings often. PITHY NOTES.—Mr J. Brown and his daughter, of Dumfries,are paying a visit to friends in town and vicin- ity. Miss Kate McKenzie. of Messrs Duncan and Duncan'e Dry Goods Establishment, after spending her holidays at her home in Stayner, re- turned to town on Monday. Rev Mr Needham, of Egmondville, and Mr McMillan, of the Presbyterian church in town, changed pulpits on the evening of Sunday last. The Rev Wesley Casson and Mr Wm Gray are attending the General Conference of the Methodist church, at Montreal. Mrs H. Livins, who baa been spend- ing a few weeks at Grimsby and Niagara Falls, returned home on Tuesday evening last. Mr Geo Mc- Kinley returns to Montreal this week to resume hie studies for the ministry, at the Wesleyan Theological College. Prof. Morgan and his daughter Fairy, gave an interesting entertainment, in the Presbyterian church on Wednes- day evening last. The town band gave their usual open air concert, on the stand, in Victoria Park, on Fri- day evening last. BARN BURNED. — About nine o'clock on Friday evening last flames were Been for a considerable distance shooting up and lighting the sur- rounding country almost like day, apparently coming from the neigh- borhood of Winthrop; such was found to be the case, as the barn of Mr Moses Hannah, of the 8th con- cession, a little east of Winthrop, was entirely consumed by fire, along with the entire crop, which Mr Hannah had finished housing the day previous. How the fire oripiinat- ed is a mystery and the loss will be severely felt by the owner, although it was insured in the McKillbp Mut- ual, which will help to compensate the loss. • Brucefield; PARTY.—The garden party under the auspices of the Royal Templars, was a grand success, the grounds were well lighted, the refreshments excellent and abundant, the music, by the Seaforth Brass Band, of the highest order. Proceeds about $40. HUNTER'S.—Partridge, Rabbit and Squirrel shooting is now the order of the day, leaving our village some days quite deserted by young men. S. S. WORKERS.—The IOth quart- erly Sabbath School Convention, of Stanley, Tuckersmith and Hay will be held in Union Church here, on the 26th inst., a good program Is ar- ranged, all Sabbatn School workers are cordially invited to attend; a good time is expected. , Londesboro. (Froin another correspondent) 1. 0. G. T.—The Good Templars of this place are making preparations for a grand and Entertainment to be given in their hall, on the evening. ' of Monday Sept. 29th. They have secured the services of Prof Oakes and other first class talent. The committee are sparing no pains to make this a grand success, the pro- ceeds to go towards paying for a new organ, purchased recently from the "Oakes Organ Co." There will be a contest for a ring during the even- ing, we hope to see a full house. It is rumored that our popular Dry Goods Clerk pays occasional visits to Widow Street, Be careful, Tom and don't get into the wrong house or you might get wallaced out. Bayfield CHURCH NoTEs.—In St Andrew's church last Sabbath, Rev Robt Hen- derson delivered a special sermon to the children. The cburch,which was beautifully decorated with house- plants, was filled to the doors. The children occupied the centre pews and seemed interested throughout. Rev A Thibadean,who arrived in our midst not many months ago, is fast gaining the esteem of this commun- ity. His sermons are of that matter- of-fact, practical nature which is so much needed in the pulpit of to -day and which gets at the very conscience of the hearer. Civic HOLIDAY.—To-day (Friday) is Hayfield's first Civic Holiday. It has been proclaimed so, by the first magistrate of the village and we bow before hie august presence and say "when Caesar says 'do this' it is per- formed." Next week we will be able to give you a description of all that took place, but in tho meantime„we would like you to attend the grand concert to be held this evening in the town hall. The best talent that can be obtained in :his part of the country has been secured, and no one should mise the musical treat of the season, 15c is the price of admission. -- S ummerhill. NOTES. --The bridge across the Maitland here has been repaired dur- ing the last few days. Mr Robt Drap- er bas donned the parental smile; it's a boy. Mr F. S. Kitty paid his broth- er G. M. a visit last week. The Miss- es Kerr, of;Wingham, are visiting at Mr Robt. Miiler'a.� Kippen. SHOULD BE ORDAINED.—In the absence of Rev H. Irvine his pulpit was ably filled by Mr J. Young, of Clinton. We think some of the good brethern of Clinton, who act in the capacity of local preachers, will soon have served their probation and will be quite justifiable in applying to the Methodist Conference for ordination. Shoirld they do so and their request be granted we trust the people will • • receive them as cordially when they 'come as salaried ministers as they do now when they give their services gratuitously. NOTES.—During the past week the following visitors have returned to their homes.—Miss Wrigley, of Lon- don, Miss Hulton, Forest, Mr Will Ivison, Toronto, the Misses Wilson, Bright. A number from this vicinity haye gone to different places to en- joy a holiday with friends, among whom are:—Mrs and Master Charles Jones to Troy N. Y.; Miss Mary Cud - more to Toronto ; Nrs M Mellis to Forest ; Mrs W. Cooper, Mrs Jas McLean and Miss McLean to Gorrie. Mr Geo Taylor, Thorn Park, has some of his stock on exhibitiou at the Industrial. Mr Will Cudmore is in Toronto this week, exhibiting a hay - press for Dedrick St Co., of Montreal ; the firm are to be congratutated on securing his services, as they certain- ly have the right man in the right place. Master Fred Taylor is attend• ing Clinton Collegiate Institute. Miss Ivison's many friends will be pleased to learn that she is recovering from her late illness. NOTES.—Miss Baker, sister of Mr Walter Baker, teacher, is staying at the River Hotel. Mrs Fischer and child and Miss Florence,England are visiting at Mr Erwin's. Mr Wm Stintson has returned from his trip to the old country. Miss Gilmore, who has been visiting at Mr Chas Simons' for some time, returned home last Saturday. Miss Maud Middleton was visiting her cousin, Mise Philips, for a few days during the former part of this week. Miss Hastings, of Toronto, who has been staying at the River House for a number of weeks. returned home last Monday. "Amor oumnia vincit" is a crest that might be adopted by one of our professional men. It would be quite significant at any rate. Mrs Scrimiger, of Mon- treal, who with her family, has been visiting at the residence of her father, Mr James Gardiner, returned home last week. Mrs Howell and family, of Hamilton, who have been visiting friends here returned last week ac- companied by Miss M. Rutledge; the latter intends remaining some weeks in the city. Mr J. Martin and mother left for Toronto this week. Miss Fitzgerald is the guest ot the Misses King. The River Hotel has been re -shingled and Mr Geo. Erwin has given the exterior of his resideeee a fresh coat of paint. It would be well if more of our citizens would follow his tasteful example. Luck now. CALEDONIAN (,AMES. —The great northern Caledonian games of the Lucknow Society were held on Wed- nesday and provep a decided success, fully 6,000 people witnessing a fine programme of athletic sports and Highland dancing and music carried out under efficient management and auspicious circumstances, All the various competitions were keenly in- teresting and elicited much applause. The tug-of-war between the stalwarts of Huron and Bruce counties was an unparalleled exhibition of physical endurance, the second essay—Huron winning Inc first draw --lasting one hour and twenty minutes. At sever• al stages the contestants were asked to desist, but feeling ran high, and not until the lateness of the hour was the referee able, with impartiality, to declare the contest a draw. Hay. Goon TREE.—Mr Robt.Thompaon, of the 3rd con., not very long ago planted a walnut tree, from which he has gathered three bags of walnuts in one season, not this season of course. Now here is a useful tree, useful as a shade, and if properly trimmed and shaped would be an ornamental tree, useful for its fruit, and when it becomes unsightly as a shade tree it cru be sawn into lum- ber, even the i. rge limbs may be used, which is the most valuable and use ful timber of our native woods. noobe[ of our Hensall NOTES.—Quite a townsfolk are t �aiog in the Industrial at Toronto, An Epworth League has be°,0 started here in connect` with the Methodist Church. Another''v of our villagers has passed away in the person of William Cook, who died on Sunday last, after a lingering illness; his remains were interred in Fansville cemetery on Tuesday. Mr Weir has erected a fine sign, the work of Mr Stoneman. Mr R. Patterson ,jr., spent a day or two in Wingham; where his father is building a town hall. Mr James Sutherland, post- master and merchant, has put in a handsome floor in his shop, the work- manship of R Patterson jr. 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