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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton New Era, 1892-04-29, Page 11 NEWSIEST SI A TEAR PAITR INTON ROBERT HOLMES, Editor and Proprietor. - CLINTON, ONT., APRIL 29, 1892. YourSpring Suit Won't it? The soo rour er we; ready f What do Hadn't y der it n We will show Y at any finci it c examm ou soon want er you leave der the soon - can. have it r you. you think? u better or - 9 5 per ce pleased to our stock e you may venient to it. off for cash. btito in Btu Brssels. ACCIDENT.—A fad accident happen- ed here on Wdnesday afternoon. While a freighl train was working near the statim a brakesman named Thos F. Andrev‘ fell under a car, the wheels of whia crushed his arm off. His recovery is rt doubtful. Tuelbrsmith. NOTES.— Seedig was finished last week among som of the small farmers. Messrs .Cook. an Hobbs, of Parkhill, are here this we, organizing a camp of the K.O.T.M. couple of the agri- culturists of the:4%st end were sur- --------priseds_eneanarssigslastaxesek,-,tosfitt that their empires had left during the night. Mr amdel Townsend re- turned to Brandlast week. Miss Stevens, of Londshoro, is visiting Mrs Cucimore. A certin west ender has beat the record inthe harrowing line, by covering fouracres in one hour. lodrie h. NOTES.—Rev J.E. Howell, M. A., was in Harriston tst week attending the meeting of thexamining commit- tee of the GuelphAlethodist Confer- ence; one of the sscessful candidates before the commite was Albert Tif- fin, of Hensel], tho is well known here. R. W. Mcienzie has bought out a hardware hatless in Teeswater and left on Mondaslast to take charge alit;• his Taanify ' rep:ins here; Mr Mc- Kenzie was a goracitizen, both in a public and in a prsate capacity, and we are sorry thatacclericli has lost him. North Stre44ethodist church suffers the loss of ,wo sterling mem- bers by the remmil of Mr McKenzie and Mr Geo Aches° who goes to Ux- bridge to reside. Jbert Afahaffy, of Port Albert, who ' a student of the Presbyterian Cones, Montreal, has been appointed to pla,ch at Clydesdale during the summe Miss Florence Williams, who hadbeen teaching in the high school at bpanee since New Year's, has return to town; we lre- gret to learn that o ing to ill health she will not be able resume teaching this term.—Signal. i • 1111101MISIMIN CLIN1ON ••••••••6•100.1 A man came ino our Store the other day wh did'nt know we sold Men's Vear. He wanted a Suit o lothes and some Men's Fur ;hing Goods and was not a li e s rprised when we not onl old iini but showed him that e k tthese things too, and pt them at prices that draw he •people. Not having a single ol Hai to show the people, our ambitiop waa to get only what the fashion late and re. ports told us was new, and ve think we have done this. Iti M4n's head wear we show styles in hardand half hard Hats that are really ve pretty and smart. Then in Men's t Hats and nobby things in Straw, show what you will pronounce orrect when you see them. Our Ti ars of the newest, our prices still ewer. Our 50c. White Shirt is the r48t at- tractive feature on our Gent - nishing counter. .• .....i.a.....a. Gilroy&Wisen n CLI Our Weekly Budget , OF INTERESTING NEWS From all parts of the County—by wide-awake • and lively Correspondents McKillop. Nome.—The following have been home enjoying their Easter holidays: Mr J. - Dickinson, of Brockvillle Col- legiate Institute staff; Mr A. W. McIn- tosh, of Barrie Collegiate Institute teaching staff, and J. Hogg, of Grey. Tbe Story Bros., 12 con., have purchas- ed from Mr Milne, of Ethel, the entire horse, Lucky Getter. A little son of Ur W. Scott, has been quite ill veith scarlet fever, but is recovering; also a a little girl of Mr J. R. Govenlock has been suffering from a similar trouble. Mr P. 0. Kerr has finished seeding for this season; Peter is a hustler and his neighbors must need rise early in the morning to get ahead of him. Goderi eh Township NOTES.—Mrs J. Cluff, who we men- tioned as being laid up with erysipelas in the finger, had it amputated, and is progressing as favorable as anticipated. Mr Charlie Middleton sports a new buggy. Our teacher, Mr McRoberts, has to content himself with the com- mon way of travelling, his bicycle be- ing out of repair. Miss Clara and Hat- tie Middleton, who have been taking a course at college, have returned home; they intend returning after the summer holidays. Most of the farmers are through seeding. DISGRACEFUL AFFAIR.—A dispute arose one night recently between a father and son, one of our residents, about the ownership of a cow which the son claimed as his, and came to the father's residence with the intention of taking. The old man, who is over 70 years of age,pleaded for it to remain, as it was the means of helping to sup- port his family. The young man got into a passion and commenced fighting with his younger brother, chasing him into the house. He went to the barn, where his father was standing guard- ing the cow, knocking the old man down with a pitch -fork, inflicting an ugly gash over the temple, rendering him almost unconscious. He then ob- tained the cow and cleared home. The community has sympathy for the fath- er, and feels that the law should take hold of the young fellow. wholdeserves to be punished in a severe way. Hill's Green. Dkain.--Way" Jarinit-dieeria 3.401). m., last Monday, after a lonu and pain- ful illness. Her spine was injured by a fall, when quite young, and it was this, aggravated by la grippe, that caused her death. She was a great sufferer, but bore her sufferings pa- tiently and cheerfully. Her sixteenth birthday was on the first day of May next, but she did not live to see it. On Wednesday the funeral left the house at 2 p. m., for the Methodist church, where a funeral sermon was preached by Rev H. Irvine, from Rev. 7, 13-17. A. large number of friends sympathize with the family in their bereavement. Alma THE ALMA CONCERT.—A pleasant evening was spent at Alma Methodist church, on Friday of last week, being the event of the closing concert of the singing class held in that place, by Mr G. F. Oakes. Mr Henderson occupied the chair and preformed the duties of that office satisfactory to all. The program consisted of choruses by the class, quartettes, duets,and recitations. Although the weather was unfavorable and a number of those who had prom- ised to assist could not be present, yet all went away with a unanimous ex- pression of satisfaction with the en- tertainment. Mr Oakes' classes are now closed for the summer months, and will be resumed at the beginning of the coming winter. As this was Alma's first term all who have heard them sing, speak highly of the pro- gress made in so short a time. Hullett. 111 DEATH.—Miss Adah Grasby, after suffering a severe illness for about three months, passed triumphantly home to her blessed Father, on Tues- day, the 19th inst. All through her illness she gave testimony to the pow- er of Christ to save. She was a con- sistent member of the Londesboro Methodist church. Another hand is beckoning us, Another call is given; And glows once more with angel -steps The path which reaches heaven. The light of her young life went down, As sinks behind the hill The glory of a setting star— Clear, suddenly and still. As pure and sweet her fair brow seemed, Eternal as the sky: And like the brooks low song her voice, A sound which could not die, The blessing of her quiet life, Fell on its as the dew; And good thoughts, where her foot -steps pressed, Like fairy blossoms grew. Sweet promptinge unto kindest deeds, Were in her very look; We read her face, as one who reads A true and holy book. Alone unto our Father's will One thought bath reconciled, That He whose love exceedeth ours, Hath taken home His child, Fold ber, 0 Father, in Thine arms, And let her henceforth be; A messenger of love between Our human hearts and Thee. J. G. Maws Clinton. Kippen. QUARTERLY MEETING. —The religious Quarterly Meeting, of the Kippen cir- cuit, will be held in the Methodist church here, next Sunday, at 10:30 a. m., and the meeting of the Quarterly Board in the same place, the following Friday, at 2 p.m. Craw MEETING. — The services of Coeductor Snyder have been secured for the carnp meeting in June. Rev J. E. Howell, M. A., of Goderich, Chair- man of the District, has consented to have oversight of the Camp Meeting. Rev H. Irvine, Hensel], wants all who intend taking tents to write him early in May, that he may know how many to order from Toronto. Any who have tents to bring will gladly be accommo- dated on the grounds. Harloek. SCHOOL REPORT.—The following re- port, based on proficiency, regularity and good conduct, shows the standing of the pupils of Harloek schoo1 for the term beginning on January 4th and ending at Easter. Sen 4th—Maggie Parsons, Olive McGregor, Bert Allen. Jun 4th—Mary Parsons, Wallace Al- len, Susie Neilans. Sen 3rd—Cameron Allen, Hugh Taylor, Kezia Mills. Jun, 3rd—Archie Watt, James Hannaho Annie Rapson. Sen 2nd—Elias Par- sons, Jessie Taylor, John Jamieson. Jun 2nd—Bessze Watt, Edith Mills, Herbert Smith. Part 2nd—Wm Tay- lor, Jennie Staples, Frank McGregor. Part lst—Angus Taylor, Wm Jamie- son, Edna Ferris. Zurich. No•rits.—Mr Merner, a former mer- chant of this place, but now of Sebring- ville, paid Zurich a visit last week, and his many friends were glad to see him again. Mrs Charles Greb, who was visiting friends in Milverton, has re- turned home. Miss Zimrnerma.n, of the Goshen line, left for Detroit this week,where she intends to stay during the summer. Miss Hoffman, who has taken charge of Mr D. gteinbach's mil- linery department, was at London last week purchasing stock. Mr Alexander Haymaker, who has been to Michigan for the past year, returned home this week with a broken leg, which he acci- dentally received; we wish him speedy recovery. Stan ley NOTES.—The seeding is now nearly over. The frosts of the last two weeks are trying the fall wheat severely, some damp fields are yielding to the enemy. Mr Robt Pearson's year and a half old child still continues in a critical condition. Mr Alex MeLeod had a sick spell last week, but is now better. Messrs Beacom and Ashton are making considerable improvements in the fences of the second and third eoncessions. CouNem—Council met at Varna on the 23rd inst., members all present; minutes of previous meeting read and signed. The account of ),Ite _lla,ye, S27:50, for keeping Thos. Mulloy, was ordered to be paid. The Treasurer's bonds were laid before the council and accepted. Petition of D. McIntosh and others, requesting that the by-law, imposing a tax on dogs, be rescinded, was laid over for further consideration. The claim of school section No. 13, for non-resident school tax, was granted. It was resolved that no action be taken at present in the petitions from the ratepayers of union school sections Nos. 1 and 9, Hay and Stanley. The council adjourned to meet on Wednes- day, May 25th, at 10 a.m., as a Court of Revision and for general business. G. J. STEWART, Clerk. Leeburn NOTES. Mr A. E. Neilly visited friends here this week; next, Sabbath and the five following Sabbaths he will preach in Exeter, in Rev Mr Martin's charge, and having accepted a callnear Toronto, he will likely settle there in the fall. Another little daughter ar- rived on the 21st inst., to gladden the home of Mr John Clutton. Mr H. Mc- Manus had a valuable horse die last week, which appeared never to fully recover from the distemper. Mr J. Lawson had his foot sliuhtly sprained this Week while breaking • in a colt. Miss Birdie and Master John Hillier, of Goderich, spent a few days with cousins here last week. Several of the farmers in this vicinity are through seeding; the frost for several nights here has been quite severe and is tell- ing badly on the wheat. Mr Rice, of Guelph, spent a few days with friends in this neighborhood last week enjoy- ing the lake breezes and visiting other points of interest; it is hinted that he will likely come again. Chiselhurst. NOTES.—Rev Mr Martin goes to the old ceuntry in a few weeks, to remain six weeks; his health has been very poor for some months, and he looks for an improvement from the sea voy- age. Rev H. Irvine preached to a large congregation last Sunday morning, on the third commandment. There will be no preaching in the Methodist church here, next Sunday morning, owing to the religious quarterly meeting at Kippen. The business meeting of the Methodist Quarterly Board, of Kippen circuit, meets ifr Kip - pen, at 2 o'clock, on May 6th, to finish up the work of this conference year. The Epworth Leaguers are talking up another entertainment for May 24th; their last was very palmier, and this one will doubtless be more popular. 65 cents in advace will pay for the CLINTOa N, EW ERA for the balance of/this year. East Wawanosh. NOTES,—Miss Martha Coventry, of Toronto, spent last week with friends and relatives here. Mrs M. Buchanan is on the skit list. Mrs James Black- brough presented her husband with a fine young son on Wednesday last. Miss Ida Stewart spentsWednesday and Thursday visiting friends in Wing - ham. Mr Adam Hoover is slowly res covering from the result of his late accident. T. Agnew, of the Toronto Medical school, is home for his holidays. Mrs A. Dingwall attended the funeral of her neice, Miss Mary McKay, of Ashileld, last week. Hohnesville, NOTES.—We are informed that Mr Thos Kelly, who has been ailing for some time and who was recovering, has sustained another relapse. Miss Matilda Gravell, who has been ailing for nearly a year, is, we regret to say, not improving as could be desired. The Quarterly services of the Metho- dist church here are to take place on Sabbath next. Miss Nelly Courtice has been employed in the village for some days. Mr Holmes, jr, who spent his Easter holidays here among friends, returned to his home in Goderich on Monday last. A dance was the order of the day at the Mude house on Tues- day night last. Another Correspondent NOTES.—Mr Wm Cole, of Clinton, seemed to have become suddenly very fond of the quietness of our village, this was quite proper, but we don't see why he should so abruptly discontinue his visits simply because one of the lady visitors at the hotel left for the city. The funeral sermon of the late David Cantelon, sr, was preached last Sunday evening, in the Holmesville Methodist church, to a crowded house, by the pastor, from the words "For we know that if our earthly house of this tabermacle be dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." Miss Curey, of Hullett, is visiting friends in the village and vicinity. Mr W. Stanley intends starting a rig and five men on Monday, May 2nd, for the purpose of putting in the hedge fence, for which he is agent. Mr Ed Jervis has purchased a sefety bicycle on which he rides to his school and back. aft Chas Cole had the misfortune to lose'a valuable cow last week. Ira Pickard now drives an Indian pony obtained from Mr J. W. Hill. Misses Hattie and Annie Pickard spert last week with friends here. Mrs B. Rumball, of Clinton, spent Sunday at E. Rumball's. Myth ACCIDENT.—We are or y to sta one day last week Wm Kelly receiv a severe wound on the knee while t ing a drawing -knife;-'which has alma disabled him for a time. FIRE ALARM.—Our citizens we thrown into a flutter of excitement o Sunday night, about nine o'clock, b the fire bell. The wind was blowing gale at the time, fortunately, howeve it did not amonnt to much, chi Davis' chimney having a burn out. DIVISION COURT. — Division Cou was held here on Monday, Judge Doy presided. Messrs Proudfoot & Can pion, Goderich; Dickinson, of Win ham; and Cook, of Blyth, were in a tendance. Several cases were dispo ed of, one in particular created col siderable interest, a cow case betwee Kelly and Nichol, which resulted in verdict by jury for Kelly, plaintil $10 damages. NOTES. —A few friends spent, a plea ant evening at the residence of Mrs R Kelly, on Friday evening. H. J. D ('ook, Esq, was in the circular town o Saturday. Mrs Shane and family r turned on Monday after • an extende visit in Belgrave. Mr and Mrs C. E Tanner paid a visit to the Forest Cit on Tuesday. Mr Alex Lowrie, we ar sorry to learn, is seriously ill at pre ent. MiSs :Rose Marshall left on Wed nesday for Cleveland, Ohio. Mrs H Neving left on Monday to join he husband in St Marys, where he ha obtained employment. Miss Rei spent the Easter holidays in Brisban and returned on Monday. The coin niissioners have decided on three li censed hotels for Blyth, J. Ernigh, J Kelly and the Mansion House hav been successful in obtaining them Miss Dodds, who has been the gues of Mrs Tanner, returned to her horn in Watford on Wednesday. Mis Powell returned home to Wingham on f Wednesday, having been the guest o ler brothel' for several weeks. Mrs Rev) Parke, Listowel, was the gurAs of Mrs Carder a few days this week Miss Hayes, of Goderich, spent Sunday with friends in town. Miss Swazie, who has been sojourning here for the a.st few months, returned to her home n St Catharines on Friday. Wrn Liv- ngston returned to town for Sunday. he organ was used in St Andrews hurch for the first time on Sunday ast, with great satisfaction to most of he congregation. J. A. Tanner, M. ., returned to his duties as principal the Listowel high school on Mon ay. Miss Edna Curtis returned to Whitby on Tuesday morning. The and instruments arrived last week, nd we expect them to have an airing hortly. Miss Shane entertained a few iends on Thursday evening. Mrs Rev) McLean is visiting in Toronto at resent. Mr Passmore, London, did ot succeed in disposing of his property n Dinsley street, by auction on Thurs- ay last. Mr D. Metcalf, Toronto, ent Subday with friends hi town. te ed is - St re a - r, ef rt le 1- s- 1- 11 a S- 11 e- s - 1 1 a fi sp Porter's 11111. DESTRUCTIVE FIRE.—On Saturday evening last the residence of Robert Marshall, of Porter's Hill, was discov- ered to be on fire. The alarm was at once given, but the flames had obtained such a hold on the building that but little could be done to save it or the contents, and in a very short time, what had been the cosy homestead of Mr Marshall for many years, was re- duced to a stnotildring heap of ashes, A defective Stovepipe is supposed to have been the cause of the disaster. Mr Marshall has the sympathy of the entire neighborhood, as he lost every- thing he ha& $1 a year in advance, VA when not SO 1:41,4 ANOTHER FURNITURE FACTORY.— Several of the business men of Wing- -ham have made Mr Dowling, of Har- riston, an offer as 'follows:—Ta give Min a frame building sixty feet wide by one htincired and thirty feet long, three storeys hig,h, set on a stone fours - dation, and sufficient ground for yard, for term of ten years, at the sum of $1 a year. We think that this is a grand offer, but we have not heard whether Mr Dowling has accepted it or not, but we hope he will. CONCERT.—Maple Leaf Mission Band gave a grand concert in the Congrega- tional church, on Thursday evening of last week. The entertainment was chiefly given by the children, consist- ing of choruses, readings and recite - tions. The charming voices of the children, as they sang, was much ap- preciated by the audience. The Misses Watson gave a couple of vocal and in- strumental selections, with good effect, Revs Messrs McGregor and Watson made a few brief remarks, and the meeting closed with singing and the benediction, all wending their way home, feeling that they had spent a very pleasant and profitable evening together. Theproceeds amounted to$15. LECTURES.—Miss Phelps, the lady lecturer, of St. Catharines, appeared before a large audience, in the temper- ance hall, on Monday evening. Her lecture, on the great temperance ques- tion, so charmed the audience that the W.C.T.U., under whose auspices the lecture was given, saw that the hall was going to be tOo small for Tuesday evening, and very wisely secured the Presbyterian church. Here Miss Phelps appeared 'again before a very large as- sembly, which in itself was evidence that her lecture on the previous even- ing was appreciated, by all that heard it. Her second address was equal to the first. To say the least, Miss Phelps is the best temperance lecturer that ever visited this town, and we hope that the ladies of Wingham may again be able to secure the services of this much esteemed lady for two or three evenings, in the near future. NOTES.—Rev -Mr Salton, of Brussels, conducted Services in the Methodist church here, lastSunday morning and evening. Mrs Fessant and Minnie are spending a few days at their summer residence, in Teeswater. Mrs George Theolsald, of Sarnia, and Miss L. Ham- ilton, of Teeswater, are spending,a few days with their sister, Mrs Coats. Miss Nellie Houghton has gone to visit her sister, Mrs Thomas, in Strat- ford, previous to her removal to Chica- go. Mrs Brockenshire is spending a few days in Toronto. Mr Ralph Hod- son, formetly with Mn T. Bell, has started an undertaking and furniture business, having had over thirty years' experience. -The junior pokersclub has - disbanded for the seasonsesasi-ssa-asa the departure of their president for Detroit. Miss Minnie Rumball, of Goderich township, has taken a situation with Mrs Herdsman. We arepleased to i state that Mr Mark Cassels s now able to sit up for it while. Foot ball is all the rage on the park in the evenings. Mrs Jos. Laird presented Joe with a fine bouncing boy this week. Beattie Bros are putting Topsy B. in training for the spring races. Londesboro. CHURCH.—Quarterly services will be held in the Methodist church here on Sabbath next, the Rev Mr Caswell is .extpEecmtpend.RtoANp.crEe.i—telkton Jae loacsctasrieogn. u lar meeting of North Star Lodge, No. 317 I. 0. G. T., the following officers were elected:—Arthur Woodman, C. 1`.; E. Allen, V. T.; M. Riley, S.; B. Lawra- son, F. S.; E. MeLauchlin T.; W. Cun- ningham, C.;.N. Bell, M.; M. A. Lee, S. J. T.; 0. Whitley, 0,; H.Riddell, S.; J. Woodman, P. C. T.; A. Scott, organist. This lodge is doing well, its meetings are well attended and good programs are presented at every meeting. They have just concluded a contest and the programs presented were highly ap- preciated, the losing side will enter- tain the lodge with a lunch on Tuesday evening next. On the second Tuesday in May another friendly contest will be started, Elva Adams and Ida Riley will act as captains. As one of the re- sults of last contest sixteen new mem- bei s were added to the lodge roll. Hensall NOTES. —Mrs J. C. Stoneman arrived home on Saturday last. The funeral of Mr Reith, on Saturday last, was very largely attended. Mr • M. Mc- Pherson has sold out his grocery stock and intends shortly removing to Idaho. Mr Alex Murdock has purchased a boot and shoe business in Thamesville, arid will remove there shortly. A large number of I. 0.0. F., of Hensall Lodge attended the anniversary of the Exe- ter Lodge by attending service in a body, in the Main street Methodist church, on Sunday last The I.O.O.F. of Hensall will hold their anniversary in the Methodist church, Hensel', on Friday evening, May 6th, when it ser- mon will be preached by Rev Mr Mc- Donough, of Exeter. Mr James Dalrymple is again in the employ of Mr Hobiirk. We are pleased to say that Mr R. Coad is well on the road to recovery again. The annual meeting of the Mechanics' Institute will be held on Monday evening, May 2nd, in Cox - worth's hall. The recent rains have made things fresh, bright and beauti- ful again. Mr McPherson is having the shop be recently purchased from Mr Petty overhauled and transformed into it dwelling. Mr James Beverley is erecting it brick kitchen. The Meth- odists of this place are beautifying the interior of their church. We are pleas- ed to state that Rev Mr Magee took a high stand at the recent examination held in Harriston. Benmiller. The stationing committee of the Canada conference of the Evangelical Association has situated Rev. J. C. Murloek, now of Benmiller, at Hamil- ton. Rev. J. Wilhelm will take his ,place. The clutaige of pastor will take th place early in may. M. L. Wing is fa the nevs* presiding elder Of the west g disttlq. ' Dungannon TRAGIC gVENT.-011 Friday,tho 22nd inst., about noon, the hotly of William LeddY was, after a, $040)1: being made for his whereabouts, found suspended to a small tree in the bash ' on his own farm, and when fotuad .life was extinct. It appears that he had, ' been engaged putting in Spring crop, , of which he had done contsiderable, work on the day above Meistioaed# His team having been noticed to re- main torn, length of time in the satire ' place in the field led to it searels baii4g • # made for him, which resulted 'as ars .# ready stated. He had been laboring,' under a fit of despondency for some s length of time owing to sickness inhis family lost winter and also financial difficulties, which so affected his mincl:' as to result in the sad and mournful event. The bereaved widow and few- fly have the heartfelt sympathy of. the nen. ighborhood in thesad afflic- tion. The deceased was a very quiet, unassuming dispositioni , steady n habits, a kind husband and father, being much endeared to his fatally and respected by all who knew him; an °bilging neighbor and good citizen. His remains were interred at St. Agustine. Quite a number of citizens, we are informed, attended the funeral. Colborne. DEATH ,OP W. J. HARRIS. — On Thursday of last week W. J. Harris, of Colborne, departed this life after a short illness of about a week. Deceas- ed was born in the -county of York on January 15th, 1837, The funeral took place last Saturday, Rev Dr. Strongman conducted the services at the house and the Sons of England, to which Order he belonged, at the grave. Deceased was well and favor- ably known in this section, having resided here for some time. NOTES.—Quarterly service of Ben - miller circuit will be held in Bethel Methodist church, next Sunday morn- ing. Mr Wm. Harris, a well known farmer of this vicinity, died last Wed- nesday, after a short illness with in- flammation of the lungs; his remains Were followed by a large concourse of friends and relatives, to the Colborne cemetery, on the following Saturday. Mr Samuel Mitchell has been laid up for a few days with inflammation. A certain young man from one of our southern towns paid this place a flying i visit last week; t was rumored that he was up to see a ioewhich he is likely to take possession of in a short time. News Notes Arood the Comity The assessor gives the ,popuration of Wingham as 2104. J:111. -14feliatisseltisas tendered his - - signation as Reeve of Brussels. East Huron Commissioners liave granted 25 licenses, and refused 2. • We are pleased to see that Mr Geo. Thompson, of Zetland, is able to be around again. After a long and tedious illness Mr Wm. Payne, of Egmondville, passed peacefully away on Friday morning las14tir L. Campbell has decided not to take charge of the Grand Central, Wroxeter, as that place has failed to get a license. S. F. Scott has sold the south half of lot 17,. •con. &Mel ris,--for -the- Freehold-- Loan Company, of Toronto, to George Jackson, of Morris, for the .sum of, $2,500. The Messrs Ben and Walter Saults have purchased the good will of the McCauhey Bros., and will take posses- sion of the Union Hotel, Goderich, on May 1st. • Mr Thomas Coates is the posessor of tuabwoturtsh600ip, haicsr leas teos tf purchase ai sb ne illeiithesbrgnrne two Easterbrook farms, 2nd eon, pay- ing therefor jermefeoKr aeugzoieo,dusfeunu:.. Iross, has pur- chased from Mr J. Swarts, Wingham, the fine Cleveland Coach stallion, "Cleveland Lad," paying therefor a good figure. Mr H. P. Kennedy,Seaforth, has dis- posed of his hotel business and stock to a gentleman from Kintail, in the town- ship of Ashfield, who takes possession on the 1st of May. Mr C. C. Kaine,of Gorrie,has retnrn- ed from Albert. College, Belleville, where he recently passed successfully his first year's examination. He is studying with a view of entering the Methodist ministry*. The trustees of S. S. No 1, Grey,have engaged James Moore, of Atwood, as successor to C. Bowerman,at asalary of $400 per anninn. Mr Bowerman will remove to Mitchell, where he is articled with Stanley Anderson, L. D. A few weeks ago John Angus, of Morris, had his side badly injured by falling into th4 cellar. In walking through the room he did not notice that the trap door was open and con- sequently got a bad fall. Several of his ribs were broken. Easter Sunday brought its hand full of prosperity to James Sharp, con., 5, Morris. On that day 2 calves, 2 lambs, a colt and 12 little pigs were added to his farm stock. The mother of the little porkers has presented him with no less than 36 squealers during the past year. A young son of Jno. McCallum, Eth- el, met with a painful accident on Sun- day evening last. He had a strong piece of elastic cord hooked in a but- ton hook which his brother. had. Draw - suddenly on the cord the strength of the elastic pulled the hook from the brother's hand. It flew into one of his eyes, piercing it through and destroy- ing it utterly. On Monday it was thought best to remove what was left of the eye, which was done and the little sufferer is doing well. Fortu- nately it was a blind eye that was thus destroyed. Tar FALL WttAt.—It is feared that e heavy frosts have seriously injurecl 11 wheat in some sections. On hlgli round it is said to be all righti but On W IS farmers say it la killed tint‘ -4(11