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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton New Era, 1892-05-13, Page 1•wss ak TEATil PAPRis JO/RON Bormor 1QL1¼tE Vier and Proprietor. Suited! QL1STON, olstrr., MAY 13, 1892; $1 a year in advance, 43.50 Viten not so paid, 1$ what every man says when he has tried one of our Nobby Spring Suits.. TheyWear well They Fit well They Look well They cost no more than infe- rior goods. Say you try one. per cent off for cash. The litatoloh IoIoni i Our Weekly Budget OF INTERESTING NEWS From all parts of the County -by wide-awake and lively Correspondents Goderich Township NOTES. -Mr. John Hastings did not long survive his wife, as be died on Friday last, aged 77 years; he was one of the early settlers of the township; his remains were interred in the Bay- field Cemetry. Mr Cluff continues to improve nicely, Bertha Penn ybaker, grand -laughter of Mrs Pennybaker, of the 15th con., died on Sunday from rheumatic fever. Mr John Baker sports a new buggy that bears the trade -mark of F. Rumba'', Clinton. Clinton Collegiate Institute. Second bi-monthly examination :- Class 4, maximum, 900.-R. Smillie 581, A. Moore 570, A. Rath 494, A. Mc- Ewen 485, C. Jenkins 467, E. Stephen- son 430, T. Snell 444, M. Porterfield 444, N. Medd 440, M. Cooper 416, M. Ross 398, A. Marshall 369, PI. Dodd 366. Class 3; max., 1075.-L. Stevens 724, Bert Davis 675, Rachel Richardson 667, J. Walsh 663, E. Taylor 661, 0. Tebbutt 642, C. McDonald, 631, W. McLean 630, Annie Rath 621, Ruth Richardson 615, H. Fair 612, G. Robb 611, M. Dunkin 610, B. Murch 601, W. Holland 600, B. Scott 585, L. Johnston 577, Em. Turner J C bell 565 C. Dunkin 557, A. Hullett. ILL. -Miss M. Cartwright, of this township, sister of Mr James Cart- wright, is seriously ill with dropsy, and but faint hopes are entertained for her recovery. Nceres.-The Court of Revision will be held on the 26th inst. Caleb Cais- ter, one of the oldest and best-known hotel keepers in the county of Oxford, proprietor of the Caister Hotel, Wood- stock, died at 11 o'clock on Sunday. Mr Caister had been ailing for several weeks past, and his death was not unexpected. Mr Caister was a son-in- law of Mr. Christopher tale, sr., of this township, being married to his second eldest daughter. STATISTICS. -The population of the township of Hullett, given by the township assessor, for the year is 2,945, number of acres of land 53,464, acres cleared 40,595, acres woodland 6,304, acres swamp or wasteland 6,565, Value of real property $2,231,370. Total amount of real property, person- al property and taxable income $2,236,- 126. Number of cattle 3,822, sheep 1,864, hogs 1,496, horses 2,073 and dogs 343. The number of acres in fall wheat is 4223, and orchard and garden 392. Johns 553, k Izzard 553, A. Jones 513., , . M. Jenkins 529, S. Irwin 524,L. WNW, - 11 494 DEATH. -Mr John Farquhar, of the ScriooL REPORT. -The following is the report of S.S. No 7 for the month of April, based on diligence, demeanor, Wingham and punctuality. Fifth class -Berta . Shobbrook, Lizzie Brown; 4th class- NOTES. -The Salvation Army held a Kate Little, Gilbeit Cuming, Robt. grand banquet in their barracks, on Pate; sr. 3rd - Thos. Knox, Clara Monday evening; Major Baugh and Sanderson, Sarah Caldwell; jr. 3ed- Ensign Wood ate were present. Mrs Albert Brigham, John Bedford, Mat- Stewart, who has been visiting friends thew Morris; 2nd class. -Albert Knox, here for a couple of weeks, left for her Rusell Sundercock, Minnie Lear; home in Washington Territory on part II class -Nellie Brigham, Rosy Wednesday. Mrs Ross, of Lochalsh, Rowers, Albert Bedford. is visiting at her daughter's, Mrs E. Mainprize, this week. The sound of the carpenters hammers are to be heard in different parts of the town. RELIGIOUS. - Wingham has been aroused from her sleep. The chief u topic of the town is the great and glor- ioarevival now going on in our midet; the meetings of last week--weFe- truly blessed of God, those men are certain- ly filled with the spirit of their Divine Master. Sunday morning Mr Crossly pr eached in the Congregational church and Mr Hunter in the Baptist, it is need less to say that the churches were crowded. Revs Mr McQuarrie and Sellery conducted the services in their own churches, where also large audi- ences were assembled to hear the blessed tidings of gospel truths. On Sunday at four o'clock there was a meeting held in the town hall, by the Evanglists, for men only; the hall was -so-crowded-that it_was_imppssible furnish all with seats, many standing for nearly two hours without thinking the time long. We have listened to many discourses, but never heard any- thing to be compared with it, and al- though all were hit, yet their instruc- tions were well received by the audi- ence. The services this week are being held in the Presbyterian church and the attendance is very large and the interest still increasing. On Tuesday evening the subject was "the crowns of the Bible," during the discourse Mr Crossly sang several pieces and at the wave of his hand the entire congrega- tion would join in the chours, this seemed to lift the minds of the audi- ence upward. On Tuesday and ftThurs- day afternoon they give Bible read- ings, these were very instructive services. Lucknow. NOTES. -Conductor Snyder gave his lecture, "Life on the rail," to a large audience, in the Methodist church, on Tuesday night, Alf Davison, Harry McKinnon, -H. Young and T. Pierce, who left here last week for Manitoba, we are glad to report, have landed safe, and have got good situations. On Fri- day James Gay got his foot), badly cut with an adze, while at work on Cain's new hotel; we hope to soon see him able to go around again. Mr and Mrs G. W. Berry arrived home from the Northwest last week, and are at pre- sent in our midst; Mr Berry went out there to see about purchasing a drug business in Minnedosa, but was not satisfied with the place. E. A. MeKen- zie, B.A., and wife, have returned from Mentreal, and intend, we believe, to spend the summer in our town. A number of the members of the I.O.G. T. went to Ripley • Sunday, where a special sermon was preached to that body, in the Methodist church. Bayfield. NOTES. -Mies Lillie Morgan and Miss May Knox are visiting in Goderigh township. Court of Revision will be held here on the 26th inst. We were glad to see that Mr Esson was able to be with us again for a few days last ? week; his many friends are leased to ? see him restored to health. 'Dr W. T. ii Stuart, surgon of the 48th ghlanders of Toronto, made a flying visit to his sister, Mrs Dr Stanbury, on Wednes- day last. On account of the severe illness of Mrs ;Hannah, her two sons, Mrs Sam. Hannah, of Manitoba, and Mr David Hannah, of Pittsburg, have been here for some, but returned to their different homes on Monday. Mr John McNab was in the village for a few' days this week. The fishing has been better than usual this season. 13iyth INTOT138.-The largest and finest ship- ment of cattle for seine time left here on Tueeday for MOtitirealt Mr Ed. 'Wet - eon, shipper, accompanying four car- loads. 1:11e last Of the series of lectures tinder the auspices of the Epworth League will be given on Wednesday evening next, in the Methodist church, by the Rev Mr Hincks, of Stratford, subject "Snobs." Professor Meeke gives one of his highly interesting and amusing entertainments, in Industry Hall, on Friday evening, the 1.3th, under the auspices of the C. G. F., a crowded house is expected. Rev A. McLean attended a meeting of the Presbytery in Londesboro, on Tuesday. A. V. Brown returned home on Tues- day, after an extended business trix through the western counties. number of members of the Epworth League intend assistingat ian enter- tainment to be given n Clinton, on Tuesday, the 17th. Mr H. Scarlet has rented the house recently occupied by Mr Cullen, and he and his bride took possession this week. Miss Cooper, of (Dlinton, was the guest of Miss Floody over Sunday. Two of our enterprising merchants, Messrs Gidley and, Jessop, have improved their places of business this week by putting upfine awnings. Mr and Mrs H. MOQuarrie paid Londes- boro a visit on Tuesday. Mr E. H. Dever was in town on Tuesday. Mrs Purvis returned from Toronto on Sat- urday, where she had been called by the death of her brother. Mr Menzies was the guest of her brother, George Powell, last week. Mr and Miss Smith, of Brussels, spent Sunday in .town. Miss K. Coloton returned last week from Stratford, where she has been visiting. Geo. McElroy leaves here this week to resume work in the Organ factory, Woodstock. MrHenry • Metcalf and wife, of Mitchell, father of our popular townsman, Frank Met- calf, are moving here to reside. 521, Newton Crich , A. A. Brickenden 477, P. Cree 477, J. Mc- Donald 474, Nettie Crich 460, C. Cook •453: E. Hitch 410. E. Cartwright 406, J. Farr 359, E. Murdoch 319,- RT---Piekarcl. 170. Class 2, max. 1075.-M. Doherty 697, L. Whitely 66g, M. 1VIcIntosh 631, E. Copper 621, Lou. Worthington 587, Fred. Jervis 587, W. H. McRea 463, R. G. Reed 436, J. Baird 428, B. Craig 392, •J. Morrow 384, L. Rose 318, T. Ache- son 344, J. R. Bell 318, A. E. Jervis 285, C. McNaughton 215, M. G. Thompson 211. Class 1, max. 1175.-R. Worthington 4312, M. McMurchy 598, A. Gibbings 561, E. Southcombe 552, G. Tedford 610, L. Shepherd 516, G. Murray 503, W. Izzaird 495, A. Twitchell 490, H. McKenzie 479, ---EL-Giesintal59;-LrNether y 450, .L.Holmee, 445, I. Pickard 425, M. McMurray 368, M. Brickenden 345, J. Middleton 344, S. Plummer 326, Harold Ransford 163, Henry Ransford 143. • The costliest pocket knife made is sold for $25. Its handle is of solid gold and it contains two small blades only -a nail file and a miniature pair of scissors. A curious feet has been noted in Ire- land from the recent censes. While the number of Christains, including -all denominations, has decreased dur- ing thepast ten years, the number of Jewirhas increased 281 per cent. gravel road, 'after an illness of about three months, passed away on Satur- day. Deceased was one of the pioneer settlers of Hullett, having come to this-2countey with- other _.membeete the family in the year 1846, and has resided ever since on the lot then set- tled on. He was of a quiet, retiring disposition, unostentatious and unaf- fected, and took very little part in public affairs; nevertheless he enjoyed the confidence and good will of all who knew him. He was a member of the Episcopal church, and leaves a wife and two daughters to mourn his loss, one of the daughters being married to Mr James VanEgmond. 61111111S11111kN CLION Our excuse for selling Boy's Clothing is that we think that it's just a little better for the children than can be found in any other store. It is you who must tach us whether it is or is not. We firmly believe in one thing, and it is that it is better to give people who buy from us the very best service we can, even though we make but little profit.• Ile profit will. be sure to come a little later on in the shape of an in- creased trade, and we confi- dently affirm, judging from the sale of our Boy'sClothing,that it is a little better made, a lit- tle better toned up and finish- ed, a tittle better quality, and a good deal cheaper than our neighbors are showing; 1;uwe the increasing demand for our Londesboro. • NOTES. -The creamery started ope- rations this -week. The-Lyndoch cor- respondent of the Simcoe Reformer speaks thus of the new pastor of the Presbyterian church here: -"Rev Mr Hamilton preached his farewell ser- mon on Sabbath last to a large and ap- preciative audience; he carries with him to his new field of labor the best wishes of his people as well as the sur- rounding community." We are sorry to learn that Mrs. J. Brunsdon is again ill. Mrs Medd, of Iowa, is home on a visit for a short time. • Mr S. Wood- man was in St.Marys on business this week. Mr E. McVittie, and J. Moon paid Stratford a visit on Wednesday. The creamery resumed operations on Thursday, for the season, with good prospects of a large business. SERVICES. -Rev. Mr Irvine. of Kippen, occupied the pulpit of the Methodist church here on Sabbath last, in the inter est of the Educational Funds of the church, and his discourse in the morning was an excellent effort, and listened to with 'Measure by his hearers and profit to the fund, as the collections and subscriptions are more than double those of last year. 1oy's Suits, Gilroyairiseman Zurich. NoTEs.-Mrs Becker and Mrs Philip Haugh are at present visiting friends and relatives in Dundee. Mr. II. Happle, who was up here on business last week, has returned to his home in Berlin. Mr. Chas. Fritz, who for the past few years was employed in Mr Fred Kebbler's shoe store, left last week for Dashwood, where he has entered into partnership to carry on a boot and shoe store; Charlie will be missed by the boys, and his many friends wish him succ9ss in his new enterprise. Mr. David Jacobe, of Dashwood, was visiting old friends in the village on Sunday and Monday last. Mr. 0. Fassolcl, who had been living in Chesley, Bruce County, for the past few yrears, returned to town on Tuesday, he intends to leave for Bay City next week, where he intends to work in the future. Mr Henry Morrish, of Goderich township, was visiting at Mr D. Steinback's on Wednesday last. ACCIDENT. -An accident that might have proved fatal occurred in the big swamp one day last week, it appeared Mr Wm. MeClinchey, jr. his 'nether sisters were passing near the :When they met another tea: ff&41:1;;tirrning out, they hap- pened to ,get too much to one side arid the Occupants were upset into the ilitele the Water being about fcur feet deep; Many sortie kind people were at hand and milled them Out of the Intel, so they eskood with a severe d ti• summerbio, NOTES., -Mr W. Lawson gave the young folks a "light fantastic" party on Friday evening lest. The Mews Beacom have been engaged in putting up a fence at school No. 2, Hullett, during the past few days. Rev. Mr. Deiail preached a sermon to the .chil- dren on Sunday evening last. We understand that quite a number here are becoming members of the society of Chosen Friends in Clinton. Leeb urn I. 0. G. T. --The following members have been elected in Leeburn Lodge, No. 213 for the ensuing quarter: -ca., E. S. Hortoh; P. C. T., J. Linfield; Vice T., R. Gordon; Marsh., E. Linfield; Treas., H. .A. Horton; F. S., S. B. ;Wil- liams; .R. S., Wm Gordon; A. Sec., J. Clutton; LG.,. W.Jewell; Sen., H. Hor- ton; Lodge Deputy, S. B. Williams; E. 8 Horton and J. P. Linfield have been appointed as deleg ates to District meeting in Blythb The members have decided to hold a social in their hall, on the evening of the 24th, of which particulars will be given next week. NOTES. -Mr E. A. McKenzie, a stu- dent from Knox college, preached here i on Sunday morning n place of Mr Anderson, who has not sufficiently re- covered from his sickness to be with us till next Sunday. We are glad to be able to say that Wm Bogie, who has been suffering from a severe at- tack of inflammation of the lungs, is now on a fair way to recovery. Mr Arthur Horton who has been suffer- ing intensely for the past two weeks with a felon on his finger, is also im- proving. Mr H. F. Horton spent Sun- day with relatives in Brucefield. Mr Wm and Bella Cook paid a short visit to friends in Holmesville on Saturday. • Holmesville. NOTES. -Mr Fred Elford left on Mon- day last for another term at Guelph Agricultural college. Mr J. R. Holmes - returned from Manitoba on Saturday last. Mr George Evans is in the em- ploy of Mr McPhail, of Porter's Hill. FORESTERS. - The following officers of Court Selwood, No. 87, C. O. F. are to be installed into office this Friday evening, viz: -C. R., John Trewartha; V. C. R., W. Stanley; R. Sec., T. Murch; F. See., T. Lobb; Treas., S. Sturdy; Chap., E, Lavis; S. W. D. W. Burns; J. W., W. II. Lab; .4. B., G. Lavis; J. B., J. Churchill. NOT JEALOUS. -Jealousy is called the green-eyed monster, and we suppose it has received this name because of the tendency which it has to turn the eyes of it's victims green. However, we know of other causes which have pre- cisely the same effect, love and the rneasels will do it every time. We know a youth, lately a resident of this burg, whose eyes became frightfully green -because he persisted. in going to see his lady love three nights a week at a tiine when his constitution was in a weak condition, from the effect of the above mentioned disease. Jealousy had nothing whatever to do with it, because he knew full web that anyone other than himself could el(a)ford to court ice. Hensall NOTES. -Mrs. W. B. McLean spent Tuesday night in ulinton with her mother, Mrs Ross, who is very sick. Quite a showing was made in silk hats on Sunday last. New bicycles are being purchased nearly every day, Harry Jacobi and Harry Arnold being the latest. We believe that Hensall can turn out more silk hats and bicy- cles according to the population, than any village in the Dominion. Crierricri.-The Quarterly official Board of the Hensall circuit, was held in Hensall, On Saturday last; the fin- ancial returns were not quite up to the mark, but a meeting of the stewards will be held on the 18th, when it is expected that they will be brought up to the required amount; Mr J. C. Stoneman and Walter Keddy were appointed representatives to the district meeting. Mr Blair occupied the pulpit in the Methodist Church, on Sunday morning last, with much ac- ceptance. The sacrament of the Lord's supper was dispensed in the Presby- terian church on Sunday, last. We have learned that the amount sent from the Hensall Epworth League of Christian Endeavor, towards the eiCpenses- uf the.. Young People's Convention some time ago, was 111 -d - largest received from p,ny league in the province; well done, Hensall E.L. of C. E. Rev. Mr. Fletcher, of Thames Road, preached in the Methodist Church, on Sunday evening last. Rev. 0.H. Bridgeman, formerly of Hensel], who has been absent on leave for two years,returned on Wednesday, from Engfand, and has been appoint- ed by the Bishop of Huron to the Parish of Millbank and parts adjacent. each intend building barns. Mre IL Dennis has been indisposed for PQM time with congestion of the hinge. Miss E. Hillen -has been engeged to teach in school No. 13, recently vacated by Kies Maudflon, now Mrs IL Scarlet. Miss Armstrong, of New York, is BMW visiting with her aunt, Mrs Jae gerr. of Winthrop. Miss Willianison, of Grey, was visiting friends in this town-. ship last week. Mr J. Coraon sold a roadster horse to Mr Chas Mason, for the old Country market, eettIng the handsome sum of $195 for him. Mr D. Scott had the misfortune to lose a val- uable mare and colt last week. Mr J. Hogg, one of the popular teache ra of Grey, spent Saturday and Sunday last with his parents in this township. Additional Local News. Another Correspondent FOOTBALL. -The annual meeting of the Holmesville Beavers' Football Club was held in the hall on Friday evening, May 6th, the attendance was large. W. Pickard occupied the chair, aria_ after hie openieg address and oth- er preliminary business the tleb pro- ceeded to the election of the following officers: -Geo Acheson, Pres.; Wm Elford, Captain; T. Walters, Treas.; F. Ford, G. Phipps, J. Huller, Manag- ing Committee; F. Ayers, Secy. The club is in a flourishing condition and deserves the support of all lovers of the game. The Beavers would like to hear from local clubs. St. Helens. SABBATH SCHOOL. - The Sabbath on the 6th concession was started on May 1st, Mr Peter Clark acting as su- perintendent. The Bible class in con- nection with the Presbyterian church was also started, on May 1st, for the summer months, the attendance being very good; the office bearers are, Pres., Rev R. S. G. Anderson; Vice -Pres., Mr J. B. Weatherhead; Secy., Mr R. K. Miller; Treas., Mr Geo. Webb. MARRIAGE. -Who says St. Helens does not come to the front in marriages anyway? The last to take place was that of Miss Susannah Humphrey and Mr Robt. Sturdy. Bob pucposes going to Manitoba shortly. We wish he and his bride a long and prosperous mar- ried life. And still dame rumor won't keep quiet, but says there will be an- other wedding in our midst before long. And if things keep on in the future as they have in the past, we will soon be concluding that this is a place of wed- dings, as certain young gentlemen of our town have a path going west, through the by -ways, which, to all ap- pearances, is frequented pretty often. NOTES. -The masons and carpenters have commenced work at Mr Lock - hart's neve residence. Owing to the spring having kept so cold, the farmers have run short of feed in many cases, and as a consequence hay is a scarce artiele_in these parts. Mrs W. C.Webb has returned from Mooriston, where she has been for a couple of weeke, having been called to the deathbed of her sister, Mies McKenzie, of that place. Mrs Murray, of GOderich, is here visit- ing her mother, Mrs AUG -dire iss Anderson and Miss Gordon hav tinned front Toronto, being the gates appointed 'horn this auxilia attend the annual Ineeting of tin M S cki ; . • • ) re- ele-i. to w. Huron Presbytery. • , The regular May meeting of the Pree- bytery of Huron was held in Knox church, Londesboro, last Tuesday', the Moderator, J. S. Henderson, of Hen - sail, presiding. During the forenoon all the ordinary business was disposed posed of. Mr Fletcher reported 'that he had obtained from the Home Mis- sion Mind thegrants asked for by the Presbytery, viz., $300 for hayfield and Bethany, and $250 for Grand Bend and Corbett. The names and standing of students within the bounds were re- ported, and the Conunittee on Super- intendence of Students were instructed to assign to them subjeets for discours- es to be presented at the July meeting. The Finance Committee, through its convener, Mr Robert Henderson, of Bayfield, presented a tabulated state- ment of financial returns from congre- gations within the bounds. The Pres- bytery ordered it to be printed and distributed among the congregations. Mr Fletcher was z e -appointed Convener of the Presbytery's Home Mission Committee, and representative of the Presbytery in the .Assembly's Home Mission Committee. It was decided to hold the next regular meeting in Gode- rich. In the afternoon the public services in connection with the induction of Mr James A. Hamilton into the pas- toral charge of Burns church, Hallett,. and Knox church, Londesboro, took place. Mr J. A. McDonald, of Varna, preeched to a large congregation, in which both sections of the charge were represented, his text being Matt. 16, 26. Mr Stewart, of Clinton, by ap- pointment of Presbytery-, after naming the principal steps which had been taken towards filling the vacancy, inducted a Mr Hmilton according to the usual form. By similar ap- pointment Mr. Simpson, of Brucefield, addressed the newly inducted minis- ter, and Mr Needham, of Egmondville, the congregation. NOTES. -Wm Stanley is busy put- ting in the hedge fence, for which he has large contracts. Miss S. Weldon is recovering from her recent illness. We believe that one of our loyal brittons is enjoying himself in johns town. Miss H. Ivison, sister of Mrs E. C. Potter, visited Holmesville on Sunday. Mrs mi Win Murch visited her mother in Clin- ton last week. Rev W. Ayers will preach a special sermon on Sunday morning next to parents, teachers and children. Miss Sallie Sibley, Miss Ethel Galloway and Mr R. Coats, of Clinton, recently visited ourvillage. Mr Murch is preparing several pupils for the en- trance examination. .An adjourned meeting of the Holmesville Quarterly Board will be held on Monday, the 16th, at 6 a. rn. Miss Etta Rutledge, of Clinton, visited her home on Tuesday evening. Several of our citizens in- tend spending the 24th in Wingham or Clinton. Br ucefield NOTES: - Our Children's Mission Band have again resumed their week- ly meetings under their President, Miss Mustard, surely this is a grand and noble work. Our Christian En- deavor Society have on hand a full report of the C. E. Convention lately held in Winnipeg, they have come to us from Miss Calder, of that city. Dr. Armstrong is at present in our village, supplying the place of Dr Elliott, who has been called away. A number of our townsmen are now in possession of bran new bicycles, we wish them a pleasant summer with their wheels, and only a few headers. •*.t Church Notes. • The Rev J. Ross, of Clinton, occuppied . the pulpit of St. Andrews church, hay- field. last Sunday, morning_ and en- ing. An adjourned meeting of the W. C. T. U. will be held at the home of Mrs Blatchford, on Friday, 13th inst, ati, 3 p. Rev Mr Shilton filled the pulpit of Willis church, on Sunday morning, and Rev Mr Stewart that of Ratten- bury Street. Rev. .1 Outer' on Vuesda Tuckersmith. LONDON ROAD NOTES. -One of our best young men inet with rather -a -bit- ter disappointment one night recently. It appears that through the wiles of a pretty damsel, of the 2nd, this promis- ing youth has been captivated, and on Sunday evening last he proceeded to her home in more than ordinary pomp. His horse was properly cared for and he was entertained by the young lady, in the usual manner, until the early hours of morning. When he came to hitch his horse he found that, while he had been enjoying love's sweetest charms, some evil spirit had been at work on his buggy and left it standing in the yard minus a wheel. A dili- gent search was continued for some time by our friend, but without suc- cess. At last the proprietor was rous- ed from his slumbers, and together they succeeded in getting another wheel in its place, and the enraged lover reached home, we believe, in safety. The next day the missing ar- ticle was discovered and brought to where it had been the night before. We expect that our friend will be after his property in the near future. By making use of a familiar slang expres- sion, we believe his convictions may be nearly expressed, "you bet your old socks I'll be more careful in future." Kippen. Noees.---The R. T. of T. intend hold- ing an open meeting on Tuesday even- ing tipikitt. May 17th; two or three Rev. genildtalen are expected to delivershort addresees OTI Temperance work; the neighboring councils will assist with program; a silver collection will be taken at the dOor. MissA. C. MeMordie, who has been in Hamilton for some time, returned home onThursday even- ing. iMeJohn Anderson, who was at- tendingthe funeral of his sot at Mar- lettefiVlich.,rettleried sitine eitening, . Howell, who preached in Church, on Sunday, left for Belleville, where his mot er resides, and will not return this way until the 19th inst. Rev-A..11-Ranton, _evangelist, spent e a couple of days in town this week, the as ust concluded successful serviceat e T has of Rev. J. W. Shilton. He, trathroy, (where 'Rev. James Graham is stationed) and in a few days goes to the old country for a rest. The authorities of the Methodist church, Owen Sound, have extended a call to Rev W. H. Hincks, L. L. B., of Stratford, to become their pastor after the next conference in June. Mr Hincks has received a similar invita- tion from the Methodist Church of Seaforth. At a union meeting of the Ontatio and Rattenbury St. Methodist church Boards, on Monday night, it was de- cided that the question of uniting the two chtirches be left in abeyance for the present. The arrangements, as far as they had gone, were most amic- ably conducted. COUNCIL DOINGS. -The council met at Dixon's hotel, Brucefield, on May 5. The members were all present. The chief business was arranging the usual list of jobs to be let, and for which tenders are asked. For full description of the work see posters. The tenders will be opened at Kyle's hotel, May 26th, at 2 o'clock. It will be observe(' by reference to the posters that the gravel for jobs 1 and 2 is to be taken from Mrs Gemmill's pit. The fine gra- vel formerly put on is considered of little worth where there is much heavy travel, and the council will insist On contractors using coarse gravel, where such is available. The first meeting of the ()duet of Revision will be held at Kyle'ehotel, May 26th, at 9 a.m. As- sistance to the indigent to the amount of $85 was voted, and council adjourned. S. SraiLLre, Clerk. DEATH. -The many friends of Mrs Leeming, 12th con, will regret to learn of her death, Which took place on Sun- day, let inst, of inflanntiation of the lung. s. She was one of the first settlers of this part of the township and Was highly respected. NOTES. -The nlaSOnS have cOnntiene- ea operations at Meseta Ross, Stimour and. BeeneWeie', of the 13th and 12th dints, reepectiVely, as these gentlemen The Quarterly meeting services in the Ontario street Methodist church; last Sunday. were largely attended. , Rev. J. E. Howell, M. A., the chair- man of the Gederich District, con- ducted the service. The lovefeast. , which began at 9:30, a. m., was one of the best and most largely attended that has been held for some time. After an earnest and eloquent sermon by • Rev. Mr. Howell, the sacrament of the , Lord's Supper was administered, of ' .. which large numbers partook. Mr , Howell also gave an excellent address' , to the Sabbath School, and preached. • to a crowded congregation in the even - Ing. Rev Mr Galloway was supplying Mr Howell's place in Goderich.'r he business meeting of the church was held on Monday evenh?g, and every- thing was found to be in good shape, . The finances are well up, so that the adjourned meeting, so often necessary, will not be required, though there ere a few balances yet to be paid into the ' hands of the treasurer. The member- ship is 302, which, owing to the large 1 number of removals, is three lees than ' last year. The connexional collections " are, with one or two exceptions, in ad- ' vance, of last year, and in several ink stances will head the list on the district, Mr E. Turner will represent the cherch at the district meeting and Conference. Messrs. Deo, of New Sarum, Elgin county,sheaired 28 patnids of wool front a thoroughbred merino bath the other day. Patrick O'Sullivan, one of the Creniti assassins, died last Thursday eveixing, at Joliet prieen. He made no eonfett- sion.