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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton New Era, 1894-04-13, Page 10a April 1S, 1894 Two CCT tNTON NEW ERA. Clinton env tva FRIDAY APRIL 13, 1894. ,LOCAL NOTICES. BUTTER and EGGS wanted—CANTEuoN Bsoe If you want your Fruit Trees Dud Grape Vlnee I rimesl.si:il:gal°_o!,_Sl, .SEAR ,E., , clear. JOHNSON BLANKETS, ARMOUR, Clinton, Cost to Come in and Flee our "IDEAL" BICYCLE with' wood rims and Palmer tyers. G. F. EMERSON Great Reduced Sale of Underwear' now going on s,t the BEAVER MILLS WOOLLEN STORE, Clinton. MR. WM. MoKEOWN has opened out; his Woodwork and Repair Shop, in connection with Trowhill's Blacksmith Shop. He is a mechanic of many years' experience, and will be pleased to execute all orders entrusted to him, on short no- tice. Hard Times andMoney Scarce. Just arrived, car of Sugar from Montreal Refinery, selling at . hard times prices. Co�lne and see for yourselves. J. W. IRWIN, Grocer, Clinton. Zown two. FARM RENTED.—Mr Andrew Ginn of town, -has rented his farm, being west half of lot 17, 3rd con., of Hullett, to Mr John Bi gin, for a term of five years at a good rental. Mr Big in is a good ,eliable man, having a farm of his own close by and this farm will improve under his careful manage- ment. ACKNOWLEDGMENT. — Mr Ross, of Whitemouth, Man., son-in-law of the late Joseph Whitehead, has written to the Mayor, acknowledging in kindly terms the action of the town council in attending the funeral of Mr White- head, and expressing at the same time appreciation for the attentions given him by the townspeople generally. FARM LAND.—The Messrs Ransford have recently bought about five hun- dred acres of Canada Company land, situated in the township of Hullett, and known as the Milburn swamp. It is pretty much bush land. The sale of this leaves only one hundred acres of Canada Company land still in Hullett. The proposed drain through this swamp will enchance the value of the land very much, though it will cost Messrs Ransford a considerable sum. PROPERTY CHANGES. Mr T. M. Carling has disposed of lot 43, Mary St., on which is erected a frame house, Dir r Christopher Dale, sr., Hullett, at a good figure. Mr Carling has effect- ed quite a number of sales. Mr John Josling has sold lots 4042, Gordon Sur- vey, to Mr W. Grant. Mr H. Plum- -steel has purchased the Moore estate, comprising 27,1 acres adjoining his farm on the London Road. The price was $1,100, avery good figure consider; ing land values. STOCK NOTES.—A few days since Mr James Snell, thesuccessful stock breed- er of Hullett, sold a fine 14 months old bull calf to Mr Mayze, of Dungannon; it was a first prize animal, got by the Vice -Consul out of Daisy. Mr Snell has ten calves born this spring, nine of them being bulls, six thoro-breds and three high -grades. It is something unusual for so large a per centage to be of one kind, but as they are the most valuable and desirable, Mr Snell is not finding any fault with nature. ILLNESS OF Mn T. FAIR.—On Friday last Mr Thomas Fair, postmaster, was taken seriously ill, and it was thought at the time that he was dying, but he rallied somewhat, and remains in a very weak condition. Universal re- gret will be experienced at the know- ledge that there is little or no possible hope for his recovery, and itis only a question of time before one of the most zealous and faithful of public servants will have passed away. Had Mr Fair been less faithful to his duties, there is a probability that his health would not have broken down, but for years he paid the closest possible attention to his office, taking little or no time to himself, being literally a public slave until forced by his friends to some- what relax his duties, though never lessening his faithfulness. A more painstaking, conscientious and efficient person never held office, and we but voice the sentiments of everybody in saying that we hope his ailment may not prove as unfortunate as anticipated. PATRONS' MEETING.—There was a goo attendance at the public meeting held' in the town hall, on Monday evening, in the interest of the Patrons, and the audience—a number of whom were ladies—evidently enjoyed the meeting. Mr W.S. Lawrence occupied the chair and called upon Mr James Connolly, the Patron Candidate, for a short address. He only spoke a few minutes, intimating that the audience would have plenty of opportunities to hear him in the future, and would give way for the other speakers. Mr J. H. Alexander, organizer, was then called upon, and spoke for an hour, covering very fully the Patron platform, and giving quite an interesting address. An opportunity was then. given any one wishing to reply, but as no one offered to do so, Mr T. 0. Currie, Vice - President of the Patron Association of North America, was introduced. He is a fluent speaker—too much so for his audience, as much of his address was unintelligible, owing to his rapidity of speech—and for nearly two hours and a half he entertained his hearers. He warmly eulogized the Patron move- ment and its aims; denounced those who become Patrons solely for barter- ing purposes; told the Patrons that they should stand by the towns and villages, and the business men; laid the blame on the wholesale houses for cul- tivating the spirit of barter in the Patron lodges, and intimated that the only way to improve this country and keep it free from the blighting effects of designing and wicked politicians, was by electing enough Patrons to give them the balance of power. He dress- ed down the Mowat Government, and then exposed the shortcomings of the Dominion Government with equal ear- nestness. He worked into his address considerable poetry and humor, and was frequently applauded. Mr. Currie is certainly one of the most fluent of speakers, and can keep an audience in good humor. The fact that he was for some time connected with the Metho- dist ministry no doubt contributed to his ability in this respect. CONCERT. — The audience at the splendid A.O.F. concert in the town hall, last Friday evening was certain- ly one of the largestand' most: select,. that hair %t serif °]"ea here`tdrao • time. It is a veryrare occurrence in- deed, that over 250 reserved seat tickets are sold for any entertainment, but such was the fact in the present in- stance. Miss Clench was undoubted- ly the drawing card, but the balance of the program was very good. Un- fortunately Miss Clench's• wardrobe did not arrive until the 9.20 train, con- t sequently she did not go on in the first part of the program as intended. Mr H. Torr Rance was the happy chair- man of the evening, his remarks being embellished with Shaksperian quota- tions,and huor that gave zest to the entertainment. On the program were several local ,ingers whose reputation is so favorably known that special re- ference to thin is unnecessary. Messrs Harland, Ho loway, Spalding and Fos- ter gave two quartetts; -Mr Will Har- land, Miss Hattie Rumball -and Mrs Hoover each gave solos. It was the latter's first appearance as a soloist, and it will certainly not be her last, as her singing was much admired. With Ir Harland she also . rendered a duet. Miss Edna Curtis, of Blyth, (a gradu- ate of Clinton Collegiate) rendered her eloquotionary parts admirably, in fact much better than was expected of her. It is so natural to underestimate home talent that people may be pardoned for occasionally doing this, but the cordial reception accorded Miss Curtis' and the generous applause she received was at once a tribute to her ability and appreciation of her parts. She is charmingly unaffected, and her ren- dering as an encore of "The gobelins '1 catch ye if ye don't look out," was so natural as to captivate all present. Miss Clench gave three violin selec- tions, and responded to an encore on each, one twice. If there were any alleged violinists in the hall, we ven- ture to say that they envied her pro- ficiency, for she showed herself an adept in the maniputation of the vio- lin. Miss Colvin, of St. Marys, ac- companied her on the piano, while the accompanists for the other singers were Miss McHardy, (who also gave an instrumental solo) Miss Boles and Miss Jackson. The society provided an excellent entertainment, and are rewarded by having a sung surplus after paying the heavy expenses they incurred. mieNOTES.—Farmers complain that cat- tle buyers are unwilling to make any offer for spring cattle, and are feeling rather blue in consequence, while the dealers state that the grave uncertain- ly of the markets and ocean freights will not warrant them in making any offer for export cattle. It is rumored that Mr Ben Tomlinson has rented a house in town, and it is further rumor- ed that at an early date he will secure the assistance of a very amiable young lady of Clinton to help him keep it. Messrs James Steep and D. Cantelon both shipped a quantity of hogs Wed- iesday. Speaking of aconcert rnWing1 ham last week, the Advance says:— "Flower Girl," by Mrs Riter, of Clin- ton; was one of the choicest selections of the evening." Mr Geo. Swarts has improved his residence by a coat of paint. Notwithstanding the expecta- tions entertained of an early spring, it will be late enough, the weather of the last few days being quite cold and cheerless. Mrs Glazier, wife of Mr John Glazier, who died on Monday, carried an insurance of $1000 in the Temperance Ins. Co.; she leaves sever- al children. Harland Bros. have put a new tin roof on the premises of Mr John Leslie. Master John Joy, for the past three years a faithful em- ployee of the NEW ERA, left on Sat- urday for Niagara Falls, where he takes a situation on the Review of that place. Mr Geo. F. Emerson went to Parkhill on business on Monday; he is making the bicycle business fairly hum. Mr Albert Grigg, of Ridgetown, is visiting his parents here. When last heard from Mr Andrew McGarva, of town, was in Japan. Mrs Cooper, of Dinsley terrace, has rented the large house on the corner of Huron and Orange streets, which she purposes opening as a boarding house. Since our last issue Mr G. A. Newton, now of Lucknow, passed his Dental exami- nation with honors, and is now entitled to advertise "L.D.S., D.D.S. honor graduate." Rev. Dr. McDonald, of Seaforth, was in town this week, owing to the illness of Mr T. Fair, postmast- er. Mrs Corbett, of Detroit, is visiting friends here. Mr. John Tedford has gone to Toronto to take instructions in bicycle repairing, preparatory to open- ing an extensive repair shop and factory here, in company with Mr. G. Emerson; he will be at Hyslop, Caulfield & Co's factory while in the city. Messrs. Da- vis & Son have just added to their liv- ery a fine carriage, and also a Gladstone made by Mr. Fred Rumball. Messrs. D. Mc0uaig and B. Webb have been awarded the contract of laying the crease on Recreation Park for the Ten- nis and Cricket clubs. Miss Edith Mar- low, of Wingham, is visiting her cou- sin, Miss Amy Fitzsimons, of town.— Miss Jessie Oliver, who has been visit- ing in St. Marys and elsewhere for a couple of months, has resumed her po- sition in the Dry Goods Palace. The 25 Club had its monthly assembly on Tuesday evening. In view of the large- ly signed petition sent into the Council endorsing the application of the band for a grant, the Finance Committee will probably recommend that the grant be made, subject to certain provisions. The town council intends to erect a set of scales at the station, for the conve- nience of live stock shippers. Miss A. Fitzsimons returns to Winnipeg next week. Mr. T. C. Doherty made a suc- cessful trip to Three Rivers, Que., last week, with a load of first-class brood mares; he was surprised to find from three to four feet of solid ice on the streets of that place, and see teams crossing the St. Lawrence on the ice. Mrs. W. Taylor sr., has our thanks for some fine rhubarb. Mr. W. ,Cudmore shipped ten cars of hay this week to London, Eng., and ships ten cars next week to,,Liverpool; he expects to han- dle a large quantity yet this spring.— Mr. James Young has started a boot and shoe business in the premises own- ed by the late John Steep. Among those who held a seat of honor at the Young Liberal banquet in Toronto,last Monday, was Mr. Gordon Waldron, of the London. Mr Jas. Beatty informs us that he has been re -awarded the con- tract of carrying the mails to and from the station, for the terra of four years. The Slavery Days Co. were billed for the town hall last (Thursday) night; they are a strong company and were wonderfully well received in Goderich and elsewhere. Mr J. Butt has com- menced work on his new house. Mr. Thos Foster, who has been living in Det/Olt for some time, has come home, we are sorry to say in ill health. On in- formation laid by Inspector Paisley, before Messrs McGarva and Steep J Lee was..likied $40 and costs for selling liquor during prohibited hours. SPECIAL SALE ! In a special large advertisement we announce the sale of Rolfe's Bankrupt Stock, which was bought by us a few weeks ago at 60 cents on the dollar. Mr Rolfe had only been in business between two and three years, consequenity there are practically no old goods In the stock. He kept only good goods, catered only for the best trade , and had the reputation of having the nicest and best goods in London. Having reduced the stock sufficiently to move it we are now offering it to our customers at prices less than the goods cost wholesale, If the goods were not of a good quality, if the stock was an ordinary bankrupt stock, if there was in it any of the trash and rifraf usually found in such a stock, we would not for ,one moment think of putting it in our store or offering it to our customers, but such is not the case. The goods are all practically new, are of the best qua- lity, were bought for a fine city trade, and we have no nesi- tation in saying that this special sale affords you an opportu- nity of supplying your spring and summer dry goods needs at prices that mean a material saving of money to you. The bulk of the stock is composed of DRESS GOODS, PARASOLS, GLOVES, PRINTS, MANTLES, RUBBER CIRCTLARS, LINENS HOSIERY and STAPLES. The goods go on sale SATURDAY MORNIN G NEXT, and will continue till all are sold. We promise you bargains in every department. We would not, dare not risk our re- putation for keeping only good goods, by placing before you anything that would tend to impair or lower the good name now enjoyed by us. ;state J. Hodgoos Who's Your Hatter ? Our stock is now full and complete, and we show without exception one of the largest and finest -ranges to be found in this section We are agents for W. Wilkinson & Co., - London, Eng Christy & Co-, - - - London, Eng Sims & Co., - Manchester, Eng And all the leading New York makers See rines in StIIf Hats! See Four New Soft Hats! Things in Our Boys' and Girls' School Caps at 25cts. are having a big sale. All the Latest Novelties in Child- ren's Hats and Caps. JACKSON BROTHERS, Hatters and Clothiers, CuNTON. , c7 ALLAnd Our PAPE FOR BEAUTY AND ECONOMY CANNOT BE EQUALLED. OUR NEW DESIGNS and COLORINGS Are handsomer than ever. We make a study of harmony of colors, and from our immense stock (the largest in the County,) we can match your carpets and furnishings to perfection. yourwindoor -and Shades our Are the best ever presented to the purchasing public of this locality. Our stock is now replete with the latest designs and novelties, and we are now ready for inspection. ox RANCE . & SPALDING ALL THE NEW STYLES IN Spring - Footwear And qualities to suit any purse. Our customers evidently appreciate our style of doing business, judging by the success we are having in selling goods for cash at -:- CASH PRICES As a matter of fact values for this season's trade are quite exceptional in favor of the buyer, and qualities are just as good as we say they are. THE ONE PRICE CASH STORE. Butter and Eggs taken at Cash prices W-TAYLIOR & SONS.; BEESLEY& latest New York Hats We are showing the very latest styles that are out in New York in Ladies' and Children's Straw Hats. You should see these,`THEY ARE THE NEWEST, Style, Quality, and price unsurpassed. Kid Gioves° We are bound to keep up our reputation for Bid Gloves, and our stock of Jammet and other makes of Gloves is complete in all sizes, in Black, Fawns, Browns and Tans. We are -showing some choice novelties in Fancy Stitched t Backs and Facings, with Jam - mets famous Lacing Stud on his make of gloves only. 'CRT guaranteed Gloves at $1, $1,20 and $1.25 are unequzllled for quality and price. Our washable glove at 75c is worth your consideration, BEEs lCQT Gt.