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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton New Era, 1893-12-01, Page 1NEW MBA .Attires e home news every eek than, any c►thear Fater' at hada Ortce;, an4l, ° xs: s$lendt4l value at $$ a '. year in advance. ;XO]sERt .HOLM, I d,itor au ropriet9c Our CE,IiT(N,,, ONT.*. E.G.EMBE1 1 1893. a in advgjlae, $1,60 when 'cots Hove.. ,, y ue You Oot Your Flannels Yet ? If not isn't it almost time you had. At this time of the year, in this cli- mate, Woollen Underwear is al- most a necessity to enjoying per- fect:health. A person wearing woollen under wear is not nearly so susceptible to cold as one who does not. 4 ever have we had a better assort- ment, never had such good values" Time and time again have our goods been compared with others; and invariably has the decision been that Tfie Palace values lead. We've almost any price you may want to go, from 25c to $2 the 'single garment, and at each price the best goods for that price to be had. Cask and One Brice Thi Esta John EoIin: CLINTON Varna PRESENTATION SunPRISE.-On Fri- day evening last a large number of the members and adherents ofiSt. John's church repaired to the residence of Mr Chas. Logan, and in due timeisMiss Mary Ann Logan, organist, was made the recipient of a very highly com- plimentary address and a well filled purse. Miss Logan replied in a few well chosen and appropriate remarks, thanking the kindfriends for their generous gift; refreshments were serv- ed during the evening; the remainder of the time was spent in music, songs, etc., and a very pleasant time was spent. NOTES. -We were much pleased to see the smiling face of Mr John Col- well, of Goderich, who was visiting friends in the neighborhood. Mr Alex. McKenzie has bought Mr Lanebor- ough's farm, in Tuckersmith, for $4,200; there are excellent buildings on the farm, a.large stone house and bank barn, and the farm is in a fine state of cultivation, about 4 miles from Sea - forth; we are very sorry to lose Sandy and his estimable lady; he will be very much missed in the social circle, but we congratulate the Tuckersmith folks in securing such a fine citizen. Rev. J. A. McDonald, pastor of the Bayfield road and Blake churches, was agreeably surprised last week, by the members of the latter congregation, with a large load of oats. Constance. TEMPERANCE. -A meeting in the in- terests of the plebiscite was held in Temperance Hall, here, on Wednesday evening of last week, when the follow- ing officers were appointed:-Chair- man, ppointed:Chair- man, Dr. Cooper; Secretary, J. D. Hinchley;Scrutrneers, T. McMillan and Geo. Stephenson; eleven canvassers were also appointed. There was a good attendance, and an excellent ad- dress was delivered by Rev Mr Hamil- ton, of Londesboro. AN ART WITH US IS FINE . . Sealettek_.' Mantle C�* Makin r. Budget of IrliV1ROMMO 11TE Vg From. all parts Of title Coldnty-yy wide-awake and, Itve1S Correspondents Colborne Londesboro: RNaTEs-I thought perhaps you would think we had all gone to Chica o, but we have not; some of the neighbors went, and they spoke very, highly of the Ontario exhibits, etc., but let us look at some of the happenings since last writing. Mr R. Morrish les been very low with typhoid 'fever, but he is on the mend now. Mr Robt, Taylor, of the Huron road, was very low with inflammation of the lungs. Mrs John Mugford had an ugly fall, and fractured some of her ribs, but is on the mend. Mr Henry Mann's little boy has been bad with inflammation. Mrs Wm. Good, sr., fractured her thigh, we un- derstand. Mr Thos. Oke has purchas- ed a piece of property in Goderich, and intends shortly to take up his residence there; his son Charles has purchased the homestead. Our enterprising nur- seryman, Mr Stewart, has erected a wind mill, for the purpose of pumping water. We see our merchant bas put a flaw set of blinds on his front win- dows, which make them look trim. The people of Bethel are erecting a new driving shed. Mr M. Schwanz has erected a new driving shed. , Mr Fors- ter has made extensive improvements in and around his dwelling, and put in waterworks, so that they have a stream of pure spring water in the kitchen. -Con. This store has got the lead in this line, and if Nice Goods, First-class Work- manship and SuperiorFits along with the closest Moog Tjalrers-The Good Telnplars 'Of Londe sbbaro purpose having a mock trial iii k breach of promise shit, at their meeting on the evening of Tues- day, Deo. 6. It is hoped that there will be is full attendance of members. TEMPERANCE. -A meeting, in the in- terest of the plebiscite, was held in the Temperance Ball, on Friday evening last, and was well attended, the fdlow- ing persona being appointed to further the cause :-Chairman, T. Cole; ...Sec., B. Laurason; Scrutineers, J. Falmerrs vice, and Robt. Crawford; Canvassers were also appointed, and it is expected that this neighborhood will stand by the plebiscite. Goderich Township BAD BREA$.-On Saturday evening last, while Cudmore's hay press was being taken up the gangway of Mr Jn. Rudd's barn, Maitland concession, in some unaccountable way it got badly broken, several of the iron castings giving way; it was some time before it could be repaired. DEATH. -Another of the early set- tlers of this township passed away on Saturday last, in the person of Mrs Connell, wife of Mr Wm. Connell, of the doth con., who has resided here for over 36 years. Deceased has not been in good health for years, but has been able to be around until quite recently. She was the mother of a large family, having four sone and three daughters living; the latter are Mrs W. Colclough, of this township; Mrs J. Proctor, Holmesville, andMrs Gregor, St. Paul, Minn. Her sons are also scattered, Thomas living in Dakota; Williatn in.. Montana; Jacob in Iowa, and David in Goderich. The remains were in- terred in Clinton cemetery, on Mon- day last. SAD INDEED. -Mr John Elliott, for- merly of Goderich` township, had a very sad trip indeed last week, when he brought the remains of his wife, who had died at Grandin, Dak., of typhoid fever. Mrs Elliott had been confined three weeks before, and ap- peared to be getting better, when she took a relapse and died. Mr Elliott had himself been quite ill, and he was hardly in a condition to venture out. His brother Arthur, and wife, accom- panied them. Mrs Elliott was a daugh- ter of the late Edward McLean, and was a most estimable person; she leaves five children, the eldest only about eight years old, and the deepest sym- pathy is expressed for Mr Elliott, in his affliction. The remains were in- terred in Goderich cemetery, on Sun- day. St. Helena. • DEATH. -The funeral of the late John Sheriff took place on Tuesday last from his residence, when a very large concourse of friends followed the re- mains to Lucknow cemetery. Mr Sher - riff had only been ill about a week, and although well up in years, his sud- den demise was a great surprise to many. His wife, who is at present quite ill, and his family of four sons have the heartfelt sympathy of' a large circle of friends in their sad bereave- ment. NOTES. -Owing to illness and his father's death, Mr Wm. Sheriff was unable to give the magic lantern views as was expected, but purposes doing so some time in January. The liter- ary will be opened on Friday, Dec. 1st, when a varied and good program will be given; a large attendance is expect- ed; collection taken at the close of the meeting. We have now two new citi- zens in Mr Malcolm Buchanan and Mr Tom Ford; all the habitable-houses•in town, but one, are now occupied; dame minor says a happy couple is to take possession of the vacant one be- fore very long; if some of OUT enter- prising, men would put up more houses, we think they might easily find tenants and thereby improve dur town and en- large the population. Dr. Gordon, of Teeswater, spent thanksgiving under the parental roof. Mrs Cameron, who has been waiting on her invalid bro- ther in Puslinch, has returned home, her brother having departed this life last week; Mr Jas. McDonald, who was attending Mr Angus McDonald's fun- eral, has also returned home. A new organ has been put into Christ's church, St. Helene, which seems to be giving good satisflcation, and proves a great alp in singing; a fine choir also hav- ing been formed. Mrs and Miss Mc- Donald, of Edinburgh, Scotland, are the guests of the Messrs Ford. Master Stewart Ritchard, of'Fbrest, is at pres- ent visiting his grandparents. Miss Lizzie Gordon has returned home after an extended visit friends in Toron- living prices, will hold it; to and elsewhere. r R. 1 . Miller is slowly recovering om his recent ill - then e MrsJohn �tr�ant has received we are bound to win nee. a c the sad intelligence of the death of her brother, Jas. Rutherford,of Sault ro Mr Ste Marie. We are sorry to learn that athe Mrs Robt. Wood is at present on sick list, but hope soon to hear of her recovery. Mr Wim J. Humphrey wears a very broad smile now, a young heir having arrived at his 'house. y Afro rairis"eman LINTQN. Belgrave. Occasional Correspondent. NOTES. -Wood is coming in rar dly these days, but the rice keep Some of our sports had a shoos g match, on the fair grounds, on Thanks. giving Day, while service was being. conducted in Knox church, by Mr Law; such actions are no credit to those tak- ing part. Mrs John Mason, (a niece of, Mr John Budge) presented John with a baby boy on Thanksgiving day. Mr Robt. Geddes was married on Wednes- day of last week, to Miss Clark, and is now settled in his handsome new house; Loge are coming in very fast at present. Hullett ENTERTAINMENT. - A Christmas tree entertainment will be held in the German Evangelical church, of Hullett, on the evening of Christmas day. A good program will be furnished, con- sisting of recitations, dialogues, vocal and instrumental music. Everybody is cordially invited. ACCIDENT. - Brief reference was made last week to the accident that befell the eldest son of Mr Jas. Rey- nolds. It seems that, in company with his brother,' he was working at a rela- tive's, feeding a cutting -box. The ma- chine was run by steam. He had on a pair of unusually strong wits and the one on his left hand caught, drawing the hand in between the knives, which chope entire hand be- forenear) the chopped off ittcouldbestopped. The young man is both deaf and dumb, and.heroically bore the pain incident to the accident; although a printer by trade, (and a good one, too,) he preferred working at home, and was an exceptionally good hand at anything he undertook: The accident is a serious misfortune, and a great deal of sympathy is ex- pressed for him. COUNCIL -Council met at Londesboro on Nov. 21st. The annual meeting of the elec- tors for the purpose' of nominating candi- dates'for the offices of Reeve, Deputy -Reeve and three councillors, will be held •on Deo. 22nd, in the Temperance Hall, Londeaboro, and the elections will be held Jan. let, 1894, at the following polling places: -Polling Di- vision No. 1, Temperance Ball, Kinburn, John Fowler; No. 2, School House No 6, T. Neilans; No. 3, School House No. 2, Chas. McIntosh; No. 4, Forester's Hall, Londes- boro, A. Woodman; No. 5, School House No 5, Wm. McCool; No. 6, Temperance Hall, Londesboro, Geo. Snell; No. 7, SohoolHouse No. 9, John Knox, Deputy Returning Offi- cers. Whether there will be a municipal election or not, on the day fixed by law for holding such elections, there will be submit- ted to the vote of tbe electors the gneetion of for or against prohibition, pursuant to the Prohibitioa.Plebiscite Act 1893, and at the same time the electors will be given an- other opportunity of voting for or against the erection of a House of Industry in the County of Huron. The council granted $16 to Mrs Stinson, of Manchester, who is in poor circumstances. James Maine was granted $4 and B. Grainger $6 for sheep killed by doge. Complaint was made con- cerning a fence causing an obstruction on. the highway opposite lot 19, con. 4; the clerk was instructed to notify the parties to re- move said fence from off the highway forth- with. The township engineer has famish- ed the survey of big swamp and river with a view to the drainage of same, and his re- port thereon is nearly completed and will be presented at the next meeting of council, when he would like to meet with parties in- terested in the work. The local board of health held a meeting the same day, and from the report of Dr Young, the health of- ficer, we learn that there has been a num- ber of eases of typhoid of a very severe type in the township during the year; two or three of them being fatal; otherwise the township has been in a fairly good sanitary condition, only two complaints of nuisances having been • made during the year. The council adjourned until Dec. I5th, at 10 a. m. JAS. CAhr?BELL, Clerk. Tuckersmith. NOTES. -Miss Mary Townsend visit- ed relatives on the London road last week. Messrs Lloyd and Britton are preparing a cabin in which they intend to reside this winter, as they intend tQ, cut wood for the neighboring farmers. FARM SOLD. -The farm on tbe 4th conceiisiren of Tuckersmith, known as the Samuel Landsborough farm, and consisting'dof 100 acres, has been sold to Mr Alexan;ier McKenzie, of Stanley, for the sum°cf'$4,200. There is a good stone house en the place, and good out- buildin s, so that Mr McKenzie has secured a very cheap property.This farm was sold through Mr Will lcoat, and is the second farm he has.disposed of in eighteen months. CouNCIL.-The council met at Kyle's hotel on Nov. 20th. The reeve was in the chair, The annual reports of the local board of health and of the medical health officer were presented. The reports con • gratulated the council on the immunity of the people from any of the malignant contagious diseases. The report expressed the pleasure of its members at the increas- ing care bestowed on sanitary conditions. The reports were ordered to be forwardedarded to the Provincial hoard of Health. The engineer reported the work on the big ditch completed and the ditch doing" its work well; The report Was .accepted and the irlibseresiss contractor paid, The meetiug of the elec- tors for the nomination of candidatee to fill the offices of reeve, deputy -reeve and councillors for 1894 is to be at Dixon's hall, Brucefield, on Friday, Dec. 22nd, at 12 o'clock, Polls Swill be opened ora Mon day, Jan, let, 1894, at 9 a.m., at the,usual. places, Jos. Weber, deputy -returning of- floor for No. 1, at Sproat'e wagon obey; Jas Broadfoot for No. 2, school No. 6; S, Sunil• lie for No. 9, echool No. 2, and john Sin- clair for No. 4, Kyle's ball. A prohibition plebiscite is to be taken he accordanoe.,with the act. The coenoil will meet at Webers. hotel on Dec, 15th, at 10 O'clock. Kippen Last enslitiyer is ;visiting her eiater alt Lou, on, VPe are sorry to state that My' , Marshall_ is trot wpproviug in Health ver . fast. Mr 11. Nicklesou is `Visiting fr ends,at Zurich this week.. BLXTH MEer'INe,s-,The Tnankegi,ving platform meeting, in' the Methodist church on Thurs. day laet, wee very largely' attended and the preceedings were all thee could be sle- eked. The Rev, Mr Moss, of • the Nile cir- enit, delivered a powerful address. Amongst other things he said that the resources of our country had been set before the world this year as never before, and this natural- ly caused,' a feeling of pride within our land !,'ihis was another great reason why weeboiild give praise to Him who giveth *WO ge and who rules and upholds all. V. Mr Baugh, of Auburn, dealt r educational, political and social g, and many other subjects of im- ce of which, as people, we should be Its proud. Addresses were also deliver. ed=by resident clergy. A number of eelec- tibns were rendered by. the excellent ohoir with great precision, and were highly ap- preciated. N,Oes,-C. E. Saunders, of London, was doing business here on Wednesday. Mr W. Roberts, of Brantford, was in town on Ty. W. J. Hambly, of Wood - stook, here on Wednesday. Harry MO.he blind musician, is now agent for the Doherty organs; we recommend. him. to the sympathies of the peoplein this *mit W. The Canadian Order of Forest- eii m .,their hall on Thursday evening. Mrs:+ berlain was in Seaforth this week a dee Campbell, of Seaforth, has been er�g�s ed by the school trustees to teach the intermediate department after the holidays. Confirmation classes are being bald in Trinity church on Wednes- day evenings. Mr J. H. Hobbs, shoemak- er, who has been in the employ of W. Beg- ley, left for Belgrave this week, where he intend starting for himself; we wish him success. i t Bell, tax collector, will soot+ 'Ile on hie rounds. The annual meeting of the Traot and Bible Society was held on Friday eeeging in the Methodist church; addresses were delivered by Rev. W. J. Buggiiis the secretary, end ,Mr Moffatt, of Toros a Messrs A. Tierney and B. A. Gidle ook in the Seaforth shooting match on Th eday. It is said that Messrs mill Kelly;; nd A. Carter intend erecting: skatin rink here in a few days. George Jenkin spent Sunday under the parental roof. Ward Symonds left for Toronto on Tuesday; it is said he has secured a situa- tion there. The probabilities are that we will have a reading room here in the near future; a meeting with that object in view was held on Wednesdayevening; result un= known. The I.O.O.F. held their annual meeting on Monday. A Ballantyne and J. Hirone were in Walton on Sunday. Miss Ten9ecElroy, of Wingham, spent Thanks- giving with relatives here. Will`Powell, of the Hnb, was here last week. Dr. Carder and wife were visiting friends in Seaforth this week. Wm. Begley intends moving into John Young's house, on Queen street. The firemen met on Wednesday evening. Mr John Young, of London, was in town on Tueeday. SOCIAL.-Kippen Royal Templays of Temperance intend holding hoe so- cial, in the public ha f`pu Vednesday evening, December 6tJ -'A good musi- cal and literary programs vdereditedby neighboring • others. The home lodge will "pro • e the eatables, and all are cordially io . NEws oP THE DAY. -Notwithstand- ing the inclemency of the weather, a lot of wheat has been coming in daily: Mr Cudinore is still shipping hay. Mr McKay, who has been up in Algoma for the past month, was so favorably impressed with the country, that he has;lbougght an extensive farm there. `"rs Muldiew, of Egmondville, has ben the guest of Mrs Mellis for a few day.'Mi5.s Hannah Ivison is visiting her sista t 'n Holmesville. Mr Wm Blair has is .erned from Michigan. We notice quite a number returning from the cold Wesi.•., The C. E. Society are doing what they •'an to help the Rev John Wilkie in the good work he has undertaken in IndorL, , India; we hope other Societies will ger and do likewise. DEATH. -Mr Robert Hunt passed peacefully away at about four o'clik Wednesday morning. He bad been ill poor health all the past summer, and has only been confined to his bed for about two weeks. He was a kind and loving husband and father, and one of the best of neighbors. Those who knew him best speak most highly of him. He was one of the most regular attendants of St. Andrew's church. "Purereligion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, to visit the fatherless and widows in their afflic- tion, and to keep himself unspotted from the woe ld." Mr Hunt's life gave evidence of the possession of this reli- gion.the bereaved The amother, ed g m an wife and family, and' relatives y have the heartfelt sympathy of the en- tire community in this their sore •afflic tion. May they be enabled to say, "The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away, blessed be the name of the Lord?" ' Goderich. NOTES. -Rev T. M. Campbell is in town, and delighted his many friends by preaching in North street Metho- dist church on Sunday; Rev J. B Dyke filled the same pulpit acceptably the previous Sunday. Rev H. Irvine is preaching a series of sermons on the Lord's Prayer, in Victoria St. Metho- dist church; he is also conducting suc- cessful revival work at Zion, on the Huron road. ORGAN RECITAL. -The thanksgiving supper in connection with North street Methodist church was held on Thurs- day, Nov. 23rd. The ladies of the con- gregation worked intelligently, geni- ally and successfully for its realization. The object of the supper was to raise money towards paying for the new pipe organ, which was put in only a few days previous to the supper. - About 500 must] ave sat down to assert the individual's right to destroy ducks, geese and turkey,and hosts of other good things. Te destruction was complete, everyone present being sat- isfied with his or her prowess in that direction. After the supper came the event of the evening, by way of a re- cital and concert. Mr G. A. Depew, M.B., of Detroit, officiated at the or- gan,which was its first time for singing its song. The organ was built by G. House, of Buffalo, costing nearly$2,000. Mr Depew gave ample evidence of his ability, to manipulate the keys, and made it give the sweet, plaintive melo- dy, or the soul -cheering combination of forceful strains. He was ably assist- ed by the choir of the church, under the leadership of S. P. Halls, M.A. The choir did itself creditin the con- cert, several 'of the pieces b g very fine. The proceeds amounted t $170. Auburn. ACCIDENT. -Mr and Mrs Richard Sprung and family, when returning from Goderich last Wednesday, met with a very painful accident. The horses got frightened when passing a man with across cut saw, causing the horses to run. away and throwing the occupants out. NOTES. -Mr Houston, principal of Clinton Collegiate, is expected to ad- dress the gospel temperance meeting, on Sunday afternoon, in the Methodist church. Rev. J. H. Higley, of Blyth, is holding meetings in the English church every Friday evening, giving instructions on confirmation. Mr an Mrs Robt. Clark, of St. Agustine, were visiting friends here .Saturday and Sunday. Mr Scott is very sick.. Miss Johnston. of Zuridh, is the guest of Miss M. Nicholson. The pupils, who are attending the high school at Gode- rich, were home for their thanksgiving holidays. Avery pleasant time was spent at W. Roberton's, last Thursday evening, when a number of young people gathered there to trip the light fantastic. (Too late for last week.) NOTES. -Mr John Ness le has dispos- ed of his property to Wm. Neares; he has started a hardware store in Mr G.r Densteadt's old stand; we wish John success. Miss E. Knox, of C' tham, is at present visiting at ho '" .. The concert on Tue a�id phonograph y ev- ening was well attended. Mr George Sprung is on the mend again. Miss. Florence Patterson i at present t+isit- ing friends at Comber Miss .Tena Hill's Green. SAD ACCIDENT, -A telegram was re- ceived here on Monday last, announc- ing that Jas. Kennard, of Washington State, had accidentally shot himself. Deceased was well known in this neighborhood, having resided here un- til abort three years ago, when he left for the Pacific coast, where he was do- ing well. Deceased was an industrious and highly esteemed young man, and his sudden•death is deeply regretted. He was a member of the Oddfellow's Society, Hensall court. His remains are expected to be brought home. The family have the sincere sympathy of the community in their sudden be- reavement. It goes , without saying that of all obstinate creatures, the Pig is themost obstinate; and while this is a fact, it Waif* a fact that his hide, when pro- perly tanned, is like bis nature, one of,the toughest and hard est to weir out of any. kind, of skin; and this accounts for the popularity of the PigSkinOiled Tannod Giove Hensall NOTES. -The trustees of our school are advertising for a teacher for the junior division for 1894, at the renum- erative salary of $200. Mr Phippen, Hensall's new photograhper, did a rushing business on Thursday. The Methodist choir of this place took part in a teameetingat Sexsmith, on Thurs- day evening last. Mr T. Smallacombe, of Clinton, spent Thanksgiving in the village. The Methodist Sunday School of this place intend having their an- nual Christmas tree entertainment on Christmas night.. A large number of Hensallites, both young and old, were tramping the neighboring swamps and woods on Thursday last; they report game as very scarce. Miss B. Eliis was visiting friends in Goderich last week. The salt block has been closed the past few days on account of a leak in the pan. Mr J. T. ` Wren attended the teachers' convention in Goderich on Saturday. Mr Fred Liersch returned to town on Monday, after spending a month visiting friends in and around Baden. Mr John Elgie, who has been in Manitoba the past couple of months, returned on Monday; he reports times . dull in that province. Mr I. T. Reid, of Goderich, preached very acceptably on Sunday its the Methodist church; Rev. Mr Swan helping_ with mission- ary work on Kippen circuit. Inspect- or Tom visited our school this week, and was very much pleased with the progress being made. Mr McDonnell, merchant, underwent an operation this week, and is doing nicely. Mr Simon Hunter is very sick. 1Vlorris Mrs Petoh sold her farm, north half of lot 8, 8th con. of Morrie, containing 100 acres, to Mr Wm. Kelly, for $3,200. WEenxxo.-On the 22nd Nov. a pleasing event took place at the residence of Mr T. Clark, 5th con., Morrie, when his daughter, Mary J., was united in marriage to Mr Robt. Geddes, 3rd con. The ceremony was performed by Rev.J.H. Dyke, Pr Bel grave , and was witnessed by a numberr•of friends on both sides. The presents showed good taste and practical knowledge -Of the need's of housekeepers. A fine eupiier was en - eyed by the friends, after edded pair drove to Bel the newly 00 1.30 rain, en route for several' t:6 spend then on r 1'l,tnsettle in honey moon the , e i h them con. $ �8 their new bran on 6 1ekng and happily wedded life.' 1 As a driving glove, nothin g outwears it. It never stiffens or gets hard with rain. All drivers wear it. The Price is $ 1.25 Fownes Bros. English Glove, as a dressy, well fitting, durable article, is undoubtedly the most satisfactory glove in the market to -day. Ask for it when pur- chasing. JACKSON OROS& Clothiers, Furnishers este. , Bayfield. N''•PEs-Messrs. D. Harrison, M.Ross, N. Murree, A. Brown, D. McDonald and A. Woods have returned from the fishing is- lands. "tr T. Marks has sold his large brick stores en Main street to Mr H. Ben- son, at a gooLi figure. Mr McConnell, a student of Knos. College, Toronto, preaohed in the Presbyterian church, last Sunday. SILVER WEDDING.= Sri Tuesday, the 28th, .. lir and Mrs Stanbury •celebrated the 25th anniversary of their marriage. Thera -we. present from Toronto Prof. W. T. Steer and wife, also Mrs D: Morris, wife of th Asst. Supt., of the G.T.R., the latter havin been bridesmaid on the former occasion. A number of friends called in the evening to tender their congratulations to the Dr. and Mrs Stanbury, who were the recipients of same very handsome presents. TEA MExTixo.--The tea meeting in con- nection with the Methodist church, which was held in the town hall, on Wednesday of last week, was a decided success. Rev Mr Fear, of Holmesville, gave a very fine address on "The age in which we live," which was listened to with great attention. There was also a short address by Mr Eason. Choice music was rendered by the Bayfield and Bethel choirs, assisted by Mise Morgan, Miss Whiddon and Miss Stark. A social was held the next evening. Stanley NOTES.-Mre Chapman, from the vioini- tp of Ethel, has been at her father's; Mr D. McKenzie, for two weeks. e4r_Chap- man and Mr Hugh McKenzie, lof Ethel, were in Stanley this week attending the funeral of Mr Duncan McKenzie. Mrs D. McKenzie and her son, Dnnoan, are at present down with influenza. DEATH OF A PIONEER. -Another of the connecting links between the pre- sent and the past was broken ltlbt Sat- urday, by the death of Mrs . Sparrow, who peacefully passed away .114 the residence of her son, John, Pari' Line, at:the age of 80 years, Deceiised was born in the county of Monaghan, Ire- land, and with her husband settled here in 1842, on the lot on which she has ever since lived, and was thus a continuous and highly respected resi- dent of this township, for 51 years. She was a person of an usual hospitality and kindly disposition, and her name will long be remembered with feelings of the kindliest nature. She has been a widow for over 30 years, and lifaith- ltd and ardent member of the Presby- terian church. Her son and one daughter, Mrs John Foster, survive her. The remains were interred in Bayfield road cemetery. OBITUARY. -. The pioneer veterans of this township aro rapidly passing away. Last week we recorded the death of one of the old settlors of the London road Mr. W. Mustard, and this week we aro called to record the death of an- other old settler, Mr. Duncan McKenzie, of the 4th con. Mr. McKenzie died on Monday, Nov. 27th, at the advanced age of 77 years. Deceased was a native of the parish of Ballachulisb, In- verness, Scotland, whore he was born in 1810. He emigrated to Canada about fifty years ago, remaining a few years in the vicinity Of Brant- ford, about 40 years ago he reeved to Huron, and settled on lot 24 4th con., whore he con- tinued to reside till Siis death. He was com- parativel wehread in both sacred and profane history. Re was honest, upright in his deal- ings, and a kind, obliging neighbor. He was inpaiesmpiciysdcottntenli©r primitive simplicity contentment. H favored the Episcopal form of Protestant faith, and was in polities a Reformer. Ho leaves a wife and three children to mourn his loss, His son Duhcan has always lived with his father; his son Hugh, and his daughter Margaret, now Mrs Chapman, live in Porth county, in the vicinity of Ethel, Rev Mr Stewart, of Clinton, conducted the funeral services, and a largo number of sympathizing friends followed his romaine to Baird's cemetery. Tho Ottawa byeesleetion for the Co m - mons will take place on December 14. A heavy earthquake .sheets was felt 'n Quebec Province on Monday. It coats the Northwest farmer one -dial the price of his Drop to carry the other half as far as Toronto, Ol$Mr GHew George itt died Monday neat BG g right,,w ere he badlived 53 Oars.b a ., ceased' had been married 68. years,allt leaves a'widPw and seven children, 1