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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton New Era, 1892-01-29, Page 14NrIN-70, '1"17.1,7'• • EMOr and Proprietor. :VARY » 20, i892, 1 )rflaax adVeMee$ $4.0. when na so pairi 01 • ". - .0ge. er Very OW „prOO:Wo, 'pro solling.atpro- .v!ous „iTtt•till0'..•,0011tliatitag 0'00. .Ottr'04:10;01!' ° or INTERESTING NEWS From all parts of the County—by wide-awake • 3 and lively Correspondents • • . Nile IlenE.---Mr Win,. Ryan, who has spent the last sixteen year in Uncle Sam's country, returned last Friday. Ile will notice a great many changes OM% have taken place since he left. A/Adir. •410, 111180100 thein /PM 45.110Q4. 4;rate that ifwo Q4,0 :.1toop. it Up, for It few W00141..:10flger., we will havo our stock of thesq geode 10,10'.4)/Pllt whore wo *ant it. -Pio ;rower OVereouts We have ;A° carry OXer ,the .better we are pleased. Do not forget' Our aring• 0 overcoats . Continues till all are sold,- . tato Joh Bates CLINTON Stanley \ • tekamss.—.Mre McCully, though Olivet”? feeble, is slowly recovering. Mrs Walter Moffat is also improving, and•both will likely soon be in their nilital health. k Wanless,of Toronto, is atyresent visiting friends in Stanley; hr -ie -the guest of Mr •W -m Graham. Miss McKenzie, of Lucknow, is at precnt , Staying with her aunt. Mrs Walter Moffat. , Chiselhurst. 0tss.7--It was announced here that tjvE. A. Fear, Nile, would preach Ore next Sunday, but unfortunately eieVrevented from deifig so, because funeral sermon on his own circuit; ence the service will be held by Rev L. Irvine, the pastor. There is still itlerable sickness here from the pe, though none are in serious nger. The religious quarterly meet - will be held in the Methodist here, one week from next Sun - ' Tuckeeiattith.-- • • • FATALLY SCALDED.—A shocking ac- • cident °Centred Tuesday afternoon on • the Ireland Farm, Mill road, by which • 461M, " the eldest son of Gordon Mc - Aden), will probably, lose his life. • While. engaged in working under the • re box of an engine he accidentally itinedn stearn tap, and was fearfully scalded by escape of steam before he • child-be'extricated. ' 'He died on Wed- nesday. w W. Celeman lost it three %•year old, daughter by diphtheria, last '"%treek; several otheamembers of the •:'faniliy are still ill *ith the same ail - input. Mr Fitzpatrick, who has been 111 for some time, underwent a surgical t'op4ration last week, and is seerrungly h‘little better health. The grippe has lost its hold on a number of our ;Citizens. A number of young folk spent a very enjoyable time at the ,residence of 31r S. Johns on Monday evening. It is it mystery among the •'people as to what caused one of the West Enders to wear it black eye, but •• they all know "accidents will happen:" Miss Selena Nott is visiting in Petrelut at present. A large number of the friends and relatives of Mr and Mrs W. S. Lawrence spent a very pleasant • eVening,at their home on Wednesday. , Mrs Geo. ()rich is visiting Mrs H. Hor- ' ton, of Goderich, at present, New cutters are very fashionable here. as they can be counted by the half dozen, ntost of them were purchased from F. 'Ransball, of Clinton. •• °gust Huron Reformers. The annual meeting of the -East Huron Reform Assooiation was held in the Town • Hall, Bassets, on Friday afternoon ot last week. Aroh. Hislop, President, omit -pied • the chair and after a few timely remarks he called on W. H. Kerr, Secretary, to read the, Wades. A temmunication was read froM T. W. Gibson, now of Toronto, tender- ing his resignation as 2nd Vice President, owing to his removal from the Riding. A "telegram was also read from Dr Macdon- add, 311.P., stating that he was unable to at- tend on acicount Of an attack of la grippe. Office -bearers were elected as follows for the current year:—Propident, Arch. Hislop; ist Vice President, S. gamey; and Vice • President, Thos. Straohan; Secretary- Txeasurer, W. H. Kerr. Chairmen of Municipalities:—Ho wick, Thos Gibson; Wroxeter, Wos. Robinson.'Turnherry, Geo. Fortune; Wingham, Jas. A. Cline; Morris, Chas. McClelland 8r.,; Brussels, John IL ;Smith; arey, James Ferguson; MoKillop, *Geo. Mardis; Blyth, N. 11. Youcg; Robb. Scat. After a general discussion on • business matters of the Convention short.' speedhes were given by Thos. Gibson, M. P. P., of Wroxeter; Tbos. Strachan, of Grey; and Wm. Irwin, of Gorrie. There were •eiatity persons present at the meeting. Not Qualified. They .say that on one 0001181011 fi reSi- tient of Seaforth died anti presented himself. before the gate -keeper tif the reternal 614' for admission. "Where de you hail fromP" asked St. Peter. • "Fran Seaferth, your reverence." "'Then you've nO qualifications to en- title, you to admission; you'll find the properdoorway at the foot of the stairs. And flay,luotilsk thein to mend the lite • Ityee feel chilly." San DEA9'41.—It is our sad duty this Week to record the death of Miss lklag- gie L. Tiffin, which took place at the residenee of her brother-m-lew, Mr Joseph Taylor, near Lucknow. De- ceased went on a Visit to her sister and other friends neai. Lucknow, abont New Years. After attending service at Hope church; on Friday, Jan. 15th, she was suddenly taken ill with a very severe attack of inflammation of the bowels, M31ica1 assittance was called m, and all available means Were used for her recoVery, but in vain. She passed away to her eternal home on Saturday, Jan 23rd, at the age of twenty-three years. She was convert- ed about two years ago under the la- bors of the evangelist, Miss Williams, and Rev H. Irvine, since that thne her life has been consistent with her pro- fessien as a Christian. Ddring the time Ikt sensibility, which .occurred during her illness, she was quite happy and resigned to the will of God, sev- eral Moses she asked those around to sing or pray, and her regnests tieing complied with, she seemed quite satis- fied. She died in the triumphs of the faith, and left a bright testimony, be- hind that she is gone to be with her Saviour, whom she loved and served. Her remains Imre brought to the resi- dence of her fathey, 9th con., Cplborne, on Saturday evening. Her funeral, which took place on Monday last, was one of the largest ever seen in this section. nearly one hundred vehicles being in the procession. Her sorrow- ing friends have the sympathy of the entire community. Bayfield NOT/N.—Mrs Graves, who has been staying with Miss Aldsworth for the past few months, has retnrned to her home in Michigan. Mrs Lindsay, of this place, was down visiting at Mr Sparks, of the Brownson line. Mr John Sparks and Miss Polly Sparks have gone to Blenheim to spend a few days visiting with friends. Mr and Mrs Alex. Fraser and Child, of Morn- ington are visiting with Mr and ° Mrs John iraser. Missplinerva Harrison, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs Ross, has returned to Listowel. Mr Harry . Kemp, our watchmaker, has moved into-theroom-over Mark's store. - Miss Rutledge, accompanied her brother and Ins wife as far as Toronto, on their return to 'Manitoba, and has returned, after extending her visit to Hamilton and St. Thomas. Staff Cap- tain Bolton and wife are expected at the Salvation Army Barracks. Dr Stanbury informs us that Robt. Wix- on (the sailor) is somewhat better. CEMETERY.—On the 18th of Jan. the annual meeting of the Cemetery Company was held in the Town Hall, when the following officers were ap- pointed: John Morgan, President; George Castle, Vice President; W. H. Woods, Secretary and Treasurer; Jas. Campbell, Robt. Delgatey, Sr. John Reid, James Thompson, John Middle- ton, T. J. Marks, Directors; James Sturgeon, Sexton. NOTES.—Mrs McEwan, of the Lead - bury sto. e and post office, is having the stone laid down for the purpose of building a foundation under the store next summer. PRESENTATION. A very pleasant affair took place at the residence of Mrs Kerr, near Winthrop, on Thurs- day evening last, when a number of the members of Duff's Congregation, gathered for the purpose of reading an address and presenting Miss Bela Kerr with a beautiful gold watch and chain for her services as leader of the singing in Duff's church. Miss Kerr richly deserved this mark of apprecia- tion, as she has given her services free- ly for almost three years. DEATHS. —Ort Saturday last Mr .Arch. McNab, one of the pioneers of this township. died at his residence, on the 13th con. He had been ill only a short time, being attacked by la grippe about a week and it half before his death. Great sympathy is felt for his widow and family of five young children. The funeral of the latellis R. Ferguson), of the 14th con., took place on Sunday last, and was largelaki attended; the deceased was one et the most highly respected ladies of the township, but, not being of a very rugged constitution and having been in rather delicate health for some time, her death was not unlooked for. East Wavranosh. KILLED WITH A TREE.—As MI, John Williams and Mr Lindsay were falling trees in Mr Williams' bush last week, a tree in falling struck a stub, causing it to come back, striking Mr Lindsay, killing him instantly. SAD DEATH.—MrS G. McGowan re- ceived the sad news last week that her brother, Mr .T. Stewart.. of Saginaw, who was conductor on a train running into that place, had met with a serious accident which resulted in his death it short tinae afterwards. NOTES.—Mrs Win McGowan, who has been very sick the past week With Iii grippe, is recovering. Don't forget the entertainment to be held in CAS. Na. 3, on Friday, Jan. 29th, it good program is being prepared and no pains are being spared to make it a pleaSant and profitable evening. R. 11. *an and Miss Buff, ofitockwood, were visiting friends in Teeswater last Week. Rumor says there is to be a wedding in these parts seen, time will tell, if true, / and *hi) the tontracting lUtrtieS are. Goderich Township COUNCIL MATTERS, ad4iti011 to what was published last week, the fol- lowing business was transacted at the first meeting of the council:—Mrs Romp was refunded dog tax, she having no dog. As Lawson Moore lives three miles from school, a motion was pass- ed that he be exempt from school tax, Wesley Marquis was refunded $8, error in_to,Nes. It was decided that the peti- tion hf Edward Acheson aud 50 others for repeal of dog titIc be g. rented, and that every resident in the township found by the assessor, or any ratepay- er, with* more than one dog or bitch over two months old, be taxed V. The Board of Health for the current year will be composed of John Cox, N. Sturdy, J. H. Elliott, J. Beacom, Jas Connolly and Dr Whitely medical health officer. The following accounts were paid:—Election !expenses, $62.40; lumber for pound, $1.50; printing treas- urers report, $5.75r Mrs McRae, indi- gent, , $15; stationery, $2.35; collector's expenses incurred by mistake in roll, $4(I. Council adjourned to meet on the second Monday in February. N. STURDY, Clerk. Hullett. NOTES.—Mr. George Crossman, we are sorry to learn, is seriously ill, and does not seem to be floproving. Mr W. Snell had the misfortune to loose a valuable breeding ewe a few days since. Mr -Geo. Collinson is suffering from an attack of bronchitis. A splen- did chance to obtain some good stock will be offered at the sale of J. Cuming, which takes place next Wednesday. SERIOUSLY ILL.—The London Ad- vertiser says:—Mr George F. Bricken- den, a popular and well-known com- mercial traveller, formerly of the flrm of Powell, Allen & Brickenden, city, is lying dangerously ill at his residence, 826 Queen's avenue. His physicians !gave himup on Saturday. Pneumonia is the complaint.—[Mr Brickenden iS theeldest son of Mr John Brickenden, of the 2nd con. of Hullett. And his old friends are sorry to hear of his 111. ness. DEATH.—On Friday morning, a lady whose death has been partially expect- ed for some time, passed happily away, at the residence of her father, Mr James Grasby, 10th con. Hullett; we refer to the wife of Mr James Stanley, et Kinburn, About six months ago deceased contracted a cold which set- tled on her lungs, and all efforts to shake it off were unavailing. She was only married a couple of years ago, and her husband and friends have the heartfelt sympathy of all in their be es.vement. Her remains were interre in Burns' Cemetery on Monday. ANNIV]eRSARY.—The Sunshine co respondent of the Exeter Times thus refers to the services of a well-known and highly esteemed Hullett boy :— Seven years last Sunday week, 20th inst., the Methodist Church here was dedicated to divine wopship, the senior pastor of the circuit then being Rev. W H. Gene, at present of Amherstburg, who was assisted by Rev. E. Medd, then in the first year of probation. Last week the anniversary services were conducted by Rev. E. Medd, who received, a glad and warm welcome from his numerous friends and ac- quaintances, who were much pleased to renew the friendship of seven years ago. Then a mere lad standIng tremb- ling on the first round of popular favor, everyone had a good word for the young pastor, whose purity of life and simplicity of character won all hearts. Those who had the pleasure of listen- ing to his impressive and eloquent dis- courses could not but feel proud of the fact that it Was in this humble portion of God's vineyard that he began the upward course that has been since so signally blessed and owned ot his Mas- ter, whom he so consistently serves. A sermon morning and evening, and an address to the Sunday School in the af- ternoon, made up a busy day for the ministers and a very profitable one for the people. Mr Medd spent Monday visiting as ntaiLy as possible of his old friends and on Tuesday left for his home in Iona. Sunshine is to be congratu- lated onthesuccess oftheiranniversary. Goderich. - Fawn. EROM DEBT. — Last Friday evening was a red letter day in the history of Victoria Street Methodist church. for it was then freed from debt. The pastor, Rev Dr Strongman, assist- ed by Miss Williama evangelist, and aided by the congregation, have raised in eight days the noble sum of $1,900 by subscription, which is the total in- debtedness against the church. The church was well filled Stinday morning and crowded in the evening. The preacher was Rev Ghosn-el-Howie. Ph. D., Palestine, an old friend of the pastor. In the morning Dr Howie spoke of the history of Bethsaida, and in the evening of Jerusalem at the time of the crucifixion. In both cases the discourse was thoroughly evangelistic. Hippen. NOTES.—Gtippe is doing severe work around here. Mr Geo. Greensled and his wife and daughter Helena, have been very low; and some of them may never recover from its effects. Mr .Hood, sr., is also Very love, with Jittle prospects of recovery. Whole families have been prostrated, and dependent on their neighbors for care for them- selves and their stock. It is hoped by all, excepting the undertaker, thet grippe will Bonn loosen his held. Rev 2: • A. Fear cannot preach in the Metho- dist church next Sunday, owing to a funeral. sermon on his own circuit, but will pita& seine Sunday ;before long; the sertite will 13e taken by the paste1'4 • ViolnlesVille, 'Exer•OaTiow,,,--,We -understand that 1TtW, J. Uhl) is blamed ter *Cora- gra& that appeared in our last issne, concerning a certain sleighing party, IP had no connection with the IVO- guctiell of the parg,grAplA in any Rhone or form', and those who have been blaming him for it, have been unjustly doing se. --111n, Ngw, ERA, , EatIMRTA1$T4ON'1',,-- The entertain - plea, held here under the auspicesof the C. O. F., WAS more than ordinarly succeseful, The Glee Club • consisthig cd the leading singers of the village perforined_thelr part in a very efficient manner. The comic entitled O. P. R. A. brought downthe house, and was encored. Speeches were delivered, On the occasion by the Rev.. W. Ayers, L. W, Deihl also T. Minch and others. W. Stanley acted in the capacity Of chairman and performed, his part well. NOTES.—Oyster suppers and taffy pulls are the order ofthe day among the young people of the neighborhood this winter; older people say that in their opinion time niaght be more ad- vantageously occupied, but for the body and mind. Arrests are some- what prevalent this winter among both young and old. Mr J. Crocker, from Exeter, is visiting around here. The eldest daughter of Mr Edward Laois, who has been very ill, is now recover- ing. Mr Wm. Wade, from Dakota, is visiting his sister, Mrs E. G. Courtice, of this village. A glee band, organized and arranged by W. J. Lobb, perform- ed at the lecture here on Wednesday evening last. Mr S. Walters was call- ed to Wingham, on Wednesday, owing to the death of an aunt there., „ Londeshoro. From our regular correspondent Tsrgyr.—Mr W. Cole was unfortu- nate enough to have $35 taken from his room, at the residence of Mr Geo. Bradford, during their absence from home, about two weeks ago. The party who has the same will please re- turn it, either personally or by mail, at once, without further trouble, as they are well known, and will be prosecuted if the money is not returned. A PRIZE Wranson. -- Cora Newton received a very handsome silver biscuit jar, as a prize in the cat problem inau- gurated by the Queen Publishing Co., of Toronto, and has also received word that she is entitled to still another prize in the same problem, but the na- ture of the prize is not yet known. From an occasional Correspondent. NOTES.—The many friends of Mrs Robt Sanderson are pleased to learn that she is slowly recovering after hav- ing a severe attack of erysipelas. Mr Chapple has been seriously ill for sever- al days, but is now out of danger. The wife of Mr James Braithwaite is also seriousIyill. . The Sons of England pur- pose holding an entertainment hOre at an. „early _dateaurther particullW of which will be given. Mrs Callender and family have moved into the vil- lage. The new library of the Metho- dist Sunday school la now ready and books will be given out on Sabbath. The library now contains 285 volumes. The event of the season will be the an- nual ball and supper given by Mr J. Bell, which event takes place Friday evening. Mr Bond Laurison and Mr Geo. Williams were attending the Dis- trict Lodge of the 10. G. T., at Wing - ham, on Tuesday, the severe cold prevented others going as it was the intention of others to drive up. Mr James Caldwell spent a few days in Palmerston, this week. Mr Samuel Woodman has commenced the ship- ment of logs to Wingham again, having Sent four cars this week. Mrs Ewing of Laurel, Ont., is visiting at her brother's, Wm. Martin's. Death has claimed as its victiras during the week, Mrs Jas. Stanley and Mrs AndrewIteid. FORESTERS' SUPPER AND ENTERTAIN- MENT —The Londesboro Lodge of Ca- nedian Foresters, Court Pride of the West No. 31, hada grand supper and successful entertainment, under their auspices, on Thursday evening, 2Ist inst. The supper, which was served in the Temperance Hall, was a magnifi- cent affair, and, although the crowd was a very large one, there was abun- dance for all. .After all had done jus- tice to the good things provided, the crowd repaired to Mr Deli's spacious hall, which was packed to the door, and now commenced "the feast of rea- son and the flow of soul." Mr A. Woodman occupied the chair, and dis- charged the duties pertaining to that position in a very efficient manner. The program, which was partly musi- cal and partly literary, was well ren- dered. • Mr Best sang a comic song and danced the chorus, and he and Ins bro- ther supplied some very flee music en the violin. Mr Floody sang the "Irish Jubilee" and another comic song,which were well received. Mr A. A: Plum- mer, of Blyth, gave several excellent readings, and addresses were made by Rev Mr Ferguson and Mr Towe, of London, High Chief Ranger of the Order, who gave an admirable address on the benefits of the Order, and replied to Dr Parsons' recent attack on secret societies. Hill's Green. NOTES.—James .Ta rrott is busy draw- ing material to build in Hensall, next summer. Mr Jarrott will be greatly missed in Hills Green, especially with the Methodist church. 11.' has been a steward, and its largest supporter for many years. Mr H. .T. Smith thinks of going to Dakota next spring, his place to be worked -duringOns absence, by Joseph G. Prayer. Mr Tiffin, and Rev. IL Irvine attended the funeral of Miss Maggie Tiffin, at the Nile, last Monday. Mr Tiffin is quite sick from Title and the Strain consequent on is sister's death and funeral. He will not likely he able to teach for it week yet. filabgeftiptiona to the New Era shmild be paid by the 1St of Feb. tif get- the binefirotth%141 a year 'flaw • /WPStlielftt FARAt li,gailmi).-7Mr Newton Camp- bell has reqted his farin,-,te liis brother, for a turn of Oven yore, We expect to sete Newton calling around 1)1ett)7 ,Ofto# now.. MOM! all the neighbors flan)", by them in the gow- iek the Insurance o,, whieh he claims ,is the beet verepany out* NOTES.—Mr Sandy Nixon is about buying Xre.Velly's farm, on eon. 0 of West Wawaneeh• Mrs A Ow has been confined to her room for a tow days with '111 grippe. A is reported here that Mr John Brooks, formerly of Donnybrook, is lying at the point of death, at Palmerston, 6 461 LIFE VSIXozt—bir Thee. Pelton and Miss Jessie Mutch left this county as strangers, Some tune ago, for Cleve- land, 0,, where they formed the ite- cluaintenance of. each other, and last week surprised the neighbors by res turning to the honae of the bride's father, where they, were quietly mar- ried. Your correspondent wishes thein a pleasant journey through life. No PLACE LIKE 1103111.-111e George Jones, one of the y0=03101'1 reported as leaving this place a couple a weeks ago for Michigan, could ndt, when the time came for hisdeparture,leave(Miss) Canada behind. So he took it trip to view the North Land, and there he re- solved that he would tarry with his first (love), I...ucknOw.- But, we hope, George will return some day to Make his home in Westfield, as he is well thought of here. Blyth DESIRABLE BUSINESS STAND in Blyth to let for a term of years. Being the corner store in Watson's Brick Block—best stand in town— excellent cellar and suitable for general store or grocery.with flour and feed. Rent reasonable. Apply to MSS ELIZA A. WATSON, Blytk. DEATH. —We have this week to re - rd the death of iElizabeth, wife of Mr John Thompson jr., which took place at her home here on Sunday afternoon. The deceased was ill but a very short time, and leaves a husband and one child. The funeral aervice was conducted by the Rev Mr Higley. The bereaved have the sympathy of the•whole community. FATAL ACCIDENT.—A very sad ac- cident occurred on Friday, when Mr Geo. Lindsay lost his life, while he and his son-in-law were engaged in felling trees on the latter's property, in Wawanosh. The tree, which they were cutting, did not fall as expected, Mr Lindsay was struck and instantly, Med. On Monday afternoon the body was conveyed to Trinity church, where an impressive service was con- ducted by Rev Mr Higley, and from thence the remains were taken to the English phnrch Cemetery, followed by a large number of friends. NOTES. —The many friends of Mr T. Bawden, who resided here for a num- ber of zears, ,,will learn .with regret the sad news of his death, which oc- curred in Portage, la Prairie on Sat- urday, the 23rd; the news readied here by telegram, consequently none of the particulars as yet are known. Mrs E. McBrien is visiting friends in Kincar- dine at present. Mrs Ashbury left on Monday for Lynden, to attend her mother, who is dangerously ill, suffer- ing from cancer. Messrs C. R. Shane and Christie, of Windsor, spent Sun- day with friends in town. Mr J. S. and Miss McKinnon attended the wed- ding of Mr J. Chidley, in Clinton, on Wednesday, the 27th. Miss Hayes, of Goderich, is the guest of Miss Shane at present. We are glad to see chief Davis on his beat again. Mr John Mc- Quarrie, of Minnedosa, after an absence of thirteen years, returned to Blyth on Monday evening, to visit his par- ents. .4 number of representatives of the Blyth I. 0. G. T. attended a meet- ing of the District lodge held in Wing - ham on Tuesday. Mrs Dodds and Mrs Swift, of Watford, were the guests of F. W. Tanner this week. A number of our citizens attended the military ball in Clinton, on Friday. S. Gracey, of Winaham, was in town on Tuesday. F. Metcalf attended the District Lodge meeting in Wingham on Tuesday. .A great number of our citizens are still indisposed throup la grippe. Card') are out for a pleasing event, which will take place next Wednesday, two popu- laryoung people in this neighborhood being particularly interested. Miss A. Belly is visiting friends in Belgreve this week. Mr A. Currie is not im- proving as his friends wish. Mr H. McQnarrie is much better, being able to sit up for a short time daily. SOCIAL. —The social given by the la- dies of the Methodist church here, on Tuesday evening, at Mr Moffatt's, on the B. line. about a mile and it half out of town, was fairly attended. A splen- did tea was given, and an enjoyable time was spent. The evening being very cold no doubt prevented many from being there. )31VE11S ANNIVERSARY.—The Burns anniversary was celebrated in the Brunswick hotel here, by a large num- ber of ladies and gentlemen, on Mon- day, evening. Dr Meldruin, President, took his seat at the head of the table. The toast of the evening, "Burns," was give.. by Dr. McDonald M.P.; "Scot- land, the land we left," 'Mr Gibson, M. P.; 'Canada, the land of our adoption," Rev Mi Hughes; "Sister SoCieties," Mr Duffield . Ireland," Mi Musgrove ; "Sons of Scotland," Mr Fisher; "Ladies of Canada," Mr Hanson; "Castles in the air," a song, by Mr Gibson; "Muni- cipal Institutions," Mr Hannah; song, by Mr McAlpin; "The Press," Messrs Elliott and Collier. The speaking of the' evening was the best ever heard in Whighato. A SAD MESSAGE. -0/1 Flidoy of last Week Mrs Lindsay and daughters, of this place, received a Memel& from Blyth; -saying that Mr Lindsay was accidentally killed, while at work in the Nish Belk! there. He left here On Wednesday, and was to retinal on Saturday. His •daughter a Were in the OmPloYMerit of Mr Lealie merchant taller here, when they heard of the ac- cident, and Were so tiYerebnie with grief, that a r.g iiikd to be &Yenta to * PubliShier'S N°()te, After paying their subseriptiOn to the Clinton NAM' Tta., Subseribere Will " Please wateh ale date on the labei tIPAr P4,13orl This dEree dopetoa thee to which the subscription le vaid, and in any ca,se where a subseriber finds that the. date' is not the correct one he should interm the publisher at once. We aim to Avoid Mistakes, bet !There so many hundred names and dates are ancerned thelfigures wili occasionally get misplaced, in spite of all we can do. When ' it name appears thus: •• Payinadvance Always 81 dec92 it means :that Mr Payinadvance has lalanked :down his d.ollar prominbr• and the "31 dec92" on his address label conatitutes a:receipt for the paper for 1892. We wish to emphasize the fact t,bat the price of:the Ntriv ERA is $1 it year inadvance, and it is hoped that dllthose (both far and near) who have not already renewed will do so in the course of a few days.:Remit by regis- tered letter, or by P. 0. or express money order, to the address of ROBERT Howans, Clinton, Ont. take them to their home. Mrp Lindsay and familyhave the heartfelt sympathy of the entire town in their, sore be- reavement. • NOTES.—Major Baugh, leader of the London division of the Salvation Army, assisted by his 4. D. C. Ensign Wood - gate, held a spedial meeting in the bar- racks here on Thursday evening of last week. Mr R. Green and Wife spent Sunday at Mr Johnson's, Morris. A Juvenile Temperance lodge was organ- ized in the Temperance hall here, on Monday evening, with twenty-one members. A: District meeting, of the Good Tempters, was held in the Tem- perance hall here, on Tuesday, It was largely attended by delegates from the different Lodges, and many important matters were discussed. The Rev John Burton, B. D., ef Toronto, delivered a, very interesting lecture on Westminis- ter Abbey, in the Congregational church here, on Wednesday evening. Mrs R. McIndoo is in a very critical condition, from an attack of la grippe. We are pleased to hear that Mrs Flack is now improving from an attack of in- Beigrave NOTES.—Revival services are in pro- gress in Belgrave Methodist church. Quarterly service will be preached on Sabbath, Febuary 7th by Conductor Snyder, service at 10,30, and three o'clOck. Sacrament of the Lord's Sup - 'per at morning service. A number of the =embers of the I.O.G.T. attend- ed the District Lodge at Witigham on Tuesday, they report having spent it very pleasant and profitable time. We are pleased to hear that Mr A. Prootor is again able to be out. Mr and Mrs Atkinson returned home from their wedding trip, on Saturday, where they will spend a few weeks be- fore returning to' their home in Dakota. Miss M. McLeod, who has been visiting at Mr Bengough's, returned to her home in Bayfield last Saturday. Too late tor last week WEDDIN%---The marriage of jameJ Atkinson and Mary Ann Armstrqng took place on Jan. 20th, at the house of the bride's parents. The ceremony. was performed by Rev. J. H. Dyke. The bride was becomingly arrayed in it dress of rich garnet satin, supported by her sister Miss Armstrong. The brideeroom looked his best and -had at his right hand James Lawrence of Bradford, City. The ceremony over, the congratulations of about eighty` friends were extended to the newly wedded couple, who after dining left for Stratford. and Toronto, returning in a few days to spend a while at home with friends before they started. for their home near Willovts City, Penn, where they have lately been ac- quiring it competency. We wish them health, peace and prosperity.. NOTES.—James Grigg who slashed his foot, is able to be around again. Mr G. B. Wray has gone to Alma to engage in business there, the habits of industry, frugality and scriptural lib- eralty he has formed is sure to bring him success. Mrs Wray will join him later, we are sorry to lose them. Mrs Wray being organist in the Meth- odist Church here, her services will be missed. Mr /1: Wray and wife are visiting friends in Brucefield. Church Notes. A meeting of the W.C.T.U. will be held next Thursday- afternoon, at 3, at the home of Mrs. W. S. Harland. The County Sabbath Scheel conven- tion at Wingham, next week, promises to be a successful gathering. All S. S. workers who can attend, should de so. What is to prevent the formation ;of the Young People's Societies of the different churches into one large or- ganization for more effective church work? The Rev. J. W. Shilton delivered an able and interesting address on the "Life of Samuel," on Tuesday evening last in, Willis church, for the Young People's Association of that chureh. On Sunday next anniversary sermons will be preached in Willis chinch.— On the occasion a special collection ' $300 is asked- for to go tOwarda th-a. Trust Pond of the ehurch, andthere is not the slightest doubt but that the arnount will be secured. •. SubSeriptions to the Iteut Era should be paid hy the 1St of rob, to get the benefit ofthe *1 ayeair tate. • Ai4.4./1/kkAlt4.4.—itsCautirtlatifi•••.1. AA _