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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron News-Record, 1894-03-07, Page 1i'. ' 'I4iL*M -11.60 per Annunm, 1.2.5 1!4 4 vance. SOL, XVI 1NDRP,N2 DHA ' IN Alta TDiNGS N.$4TR4L IN 1VQ;t'S.I1VG A. 1111 TODD, Ei'rltor end Owner CLINTON. HURON COUNTY, ONT. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 7>' 1894 WHOLE NO. 799 ines, Liquors, Ales, Porters, 'he Best Qualities on the market at the lowest living prices. rAZ HER'S `IMPERIAL, 75c. a Bottle. 'HF FAMOUS CLINTON LIQUOR STORE. WALKER'S CLUB, 95c. a Bottle. J, W. RITER, WHOLESALE and RETAIL, CLINTON. 'Specialties in Household and Medicinal Goods. r Town Topics. MR. W. JACKSON is in Montreal. .MRs. Jos. RATTENBURY was aLondon ;:. visitor recently. INSPEcToR Ross is this week absent on••ofcial business. EX -REEVE TORRANCE, of Stanley, was in Clinton and Goderich last Mon- day. MRs. RITER is on a visit to friends and: relatives at Woodstock, Beams- •. ville and other points. THE HURON VETERINARY ASSOCIA- TION will meet in Wingham to -mor row. WILL CoATs, the tailor, has accept - situation at Almonte and left town iday. REV. MR. MCKINNON was unable to be present at the Orange gathering at .Auburn recently. Tris OPENINGS. -Mr. and Miss Bees- ley and Miss McDonald were in Toronto • at the millinery openings las% week. SKIPPING. -W. Doherty & Co. have during the last few days shipped sever- al car loads of their famous organs to Britain. MR. JOHN T. HARLAND is now located in his new residence, one of • the most convenient and comfortable in'town. ,O;UTSIDE papers are chronicling the fact that Clinton sports a 25 Club. The. Club has been in existence about •,a.year and a half. MR. JAMES TWITCHELL is this week removing back to the old stand. The premises have been thoroughly over- hauled and repaired. SLIGHT MisTAKE.-Mr. E. Marshall by mistake boarded the Goderich train last Monday morning for Londesboro. ;The mistake was noticed in time to save a trip to Goderich and return. REV. MR. BUGGIN, of Blyth, will preach morning and evening in the Ontario Street Methodist Church next Sunday. Rev. Mr. Smyth will preach mitsionary sermons at Blyth. CALLERS. -Mr. W. J. McIntyre, of West Wawanosh, called on THE NEws- RCORD last Thursday. We also had a pleasant call from Mr. John Mole and son David, of Auburn, and Mr. T. D. Tichbourne, of Porter's Hill. JAMES HEDLEY, who joined the S.A. in ,Clinton some years ago and after- war'd' nearly lost his life tight -rope walking, was in town last week and was awarded a nights lodging in the lock-up. He now professes to he a professional in the way of fortune- , telling, but his patrons in Clinton were few indeed. WRITE ON ONE SIDE ONLY. -Will our corespondents please observe the newspaper rule to write only on one side of the paper. The Editor is a busy man, and can seldom take time to espy an ' article thus written, unless it is t'xee tionally good. And there is no earthly use of sending anonymous com- ''ifiications without name of writer ,+ao; they merely help fill the waste- ,.A,asket. TUE HOG MARKET. -Mr. Cantelon will to day make another shipment of live orkers. This week he will handle • ship probably four car loads. Th average price paid for the lot has been about $4.70 per hundred pounds, thereferred stock being from 150 to 200 lbs. The regrettable part of the business is that this stock is not ' slaughtered and cured here. There is Certainly' room for an industry of the kindin Clinton. .yeS4 T SO IT• -It may not be known that Compounding penal action is an i}ndictable offence whether any offence Iilrs,, ifs Met, been committed or not, arid any one who publicly advertises a rYeWard for the return of any property, which has been stolen or lost, and in ,such, iadrvertisement uses any words, ptirporting that no questions will be asked, is liable to,a penalty of $250 for Welt offence. Town Topics, NEW INDUSTRY. -Last Thursday Mr, Wm. Young, town, brought to his home from Forster's Colborne bush a pail of maple sap. The Savo,}. was superior. Mr. Young talks of takiniz a partnership with Mr. Forster in the manufacture of maple syrup and sugar this spring. There would, no doubt, be a ready sale, at paying figures, for all that can be made, CARE FOR THE CHILDREN. -The Bar- rie Advance declares that "the ever- lasting examinations of the pupils in the public schools are destroying the intellect of the children, and prevent- ing -them from learning what they are sent to school to learn. The perpetual cram, cram for examinations of all sorts is a source of nervous depletion to the pupil, and utterly subversive of true intellectual development. ANOTHER INDUSTRY. -Just the kind we like to learn of, a creamery. Mr. James Steep has ought a separator with a capacity of 250 lbs. of milk an hour, equal to 25 gallons. It has been tested and is quite satisfactory. It separates the cream from the milk almost as soon as it comes from the cow. Mr. Steerf has a number of cows on his farm and will increase the num- ber to 25. He will work the separator on the farm and manufacture butter, in the near future, on his town pro- perty, known as the Hamden annex. COUNCIL MEETING: -Clinton Council met Monday evening. Present -Mayor Holmes in the chair, Reeve McMurchie, Deputy -Reeve Kennedy; Councillors Plummer, Overberry, McMurray, Mc- Kenzie, Armstrong, Taylor, Young and Cooper. Communications from Judge Doyle stating that easy chair was required for court room, which was referred to Property Committee. From the city of Hamilton re taxing church lands; from Toronto,: re taxing churches and church property-fyled; no action. -Mr. Perrin applied for office in town hall for use as grain buyer. He stated that there was strong cdmpetition with outside towns and asked the Council to deal liberally with him. Market clerk and other grain buyers, he said, could if they wished occupy the same building. The Mayor approved of the office being used for such a purpose. On motion of Armstrong and Young it was referr- ed to Property Committee. -Street Committee reported that Bell Tele- phone Company had been granted privilege of erecting poles from Albert to Princess street,Athence to D. -GI. Forrester's mill, thence along Spencer to Rattenbury Street to his residence, providing no trees were injured ; that they have purchased a car of pine plank at $12 per thousand, f. o. b. at Goderich ; that they have purchased 981 feet rock elm at $11 per thousand delivered; that Josiah Butt be allowed to place building material on the street opposite his property and to cut clown two old trees and plant two more ; that J. Miller be allowed to place building material on North side of Princess street opposite his property -adopted. The Mayor, on behalf of Mr. Muir, stated that the latter's boulevard had been driven over and the ground cut up. Mr. Muir stated that it the Coun- cil could allow him to protect it he would do so; if not, he could not help it. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Armstrong and Taylor that the Reeve secure legal advice in the matter, but the motion was dropp- ed on McMurchie stating that he would do his best to ascertain the custom or rule. -Deputy -Reeve Kennedy stated that the firemen required some sort of short jackets for wearing at fires ; re- ferred to Fire and Water Committee. -Cemetery Committee reported an ex- penditure of $5.10 for tools, $2.25 for wood and $14.92 for material for int - proving cemetery house ; adopted. - Reeve McMurchie stated that some of the electors desired that the towp hall be lighted by electricity. One arc and six incandescent lights would cost 45c. a night, at a first cost of about $13. At present the cost for coal oil is about 25c. a night, not including breakages ; coal oil lights cost about $12.50 a year, while electricty would cost about $22. The general discussion was in favor of the system of electric lighting,and itwas incidentally mentioned that the hail required a new roof and that a gallery should be placed in it. On motion of Kennedy and McMurray the Com- mittee was instructed to have the lights put in. The vote stood 7 to 4. McMurchie said G. T. R., he thought, would lease lot at nominal rent for grounds for weigh scales for weighing cattle and cattle yard ; also reported that new 3 -ton scales could he bought for $75. The action of Com- mittee was endorsed by Council and authorized to further act as they might see best in the matter of cattle yards and scales. -Charity Committee re- ported assistance to Miss White, groceries, $2.39; Henry Nott, $1.59 ; Robert Mennell, $3.50; Mrs. Glazier, $3.90 ; Mrs. Daly, ,$1.40 -total $12.78 ; adopted. -The Finance Committee re- port was adopted as follows: Street - J. Becker, $3.04; N. Dyment, lumber, $153.21; it. Marshall, elm lumber, $10.86; frs,ight on lumber $12; unload- ing same,$3; Property -Dance & Spald- ing, window blinds, $2.25; do., paper and pencils, 30c.; Davis & Rowland, $2.10; Cemetery -H. Josling, carting tools, 50c.; Davis & Rowland, $4.13 ; In- surence, $18 ; Charity- meals for tramps, 90c.; A. Cantelon, wood, $3.50; John Cook, draying. 75c.; F. Evans, draying, $3.40: Printing NEws-RE- CORD, printing, $0.75; Receipts for February, $30 ; scales, $12.10 ; Cemetery Superintendent, $5.50: for lots, $14. - The usual number of abstracts to be printed. - Treasurer repot ted total receipts $60.00 expenditure $1,920.33. - Mr. H. H. Walker was refunded $1 dog tax, wrongful .charge. -Taylor called attention to the bowling alley being in operation and the Mayor said he had and would further look after the mat- ter. -Adjourned. Town 'topics, RBvIVAI. SERVICjis are being held in the Rattenbury Street Methodist Church by the castor, Rev. Mr. Holmes. Rev. Mr, Smyth, of the On- tario Street Church, assisted in the work last week. Good results are noticeable. OBEY THE LAW. -We are informed that in years past thg law regarding speckled trout has not been as strictly observed as it should be and that all guilty of a violation this year will be punished and the law rigorously en- forced. Obey the law. BUSINESS CHANGE. - Mr. James Young has sold lids bakery and busi- ness to Will Powell, town, and Mr. Cluff, a Seaforth gentleman. Mr. Young has not yet decided what he will engage in.. We wish Messrs. Powell & .,Cluff : success. Both are popular and worthy young men. WELL BRED FLUNKIES. -A writer in one of the city dalies says "well bred persons do not carry bundles or parcels on the street, except when it is absolutely necessary. Thais just where the writer confounds well bred persons with snobs and flunkies. A well bred persein carries a bundle when he has one to carry and when it is con- venient for him to carry. A well bred man can bring his stuff home on a wheelbarrow and his breeding does not suffer a bit. No honest employ- ment hurts any man's breeding. IN BUSINESS. -Mr. Chas. Blackstone, a former resident of Clinton, is now in business on his own account in Gode- rich. He is located in roomy, com- fortable and inviting quarters on West Street, and will cater to the wants of the general public in the confectionery andrefreshinentlines. In conversation Mr. Blackstone said Monday he would be pleased to attend to wedding parties, do his part In satisfying the inner man, and make 'Clintonians feel at home. He informs us that he is well satisfied with the venture. FROM MAsterOBA.-Mr. James Hus- ton, formerly of Bayfield, • now of Virden, Men., is on a visit to this sec- tion. We are pleased to learn that he is prospering in his new home. On his return he May take with him a car load of hor:ies. He informs us that we were correct in taking our town cotem. to task for saying even on the authority of a minister, that horses could be bought out there for anything like $5 a span. Mr. Huston looks the picture of health and likes the section, of coun- try he lives In. Nile. Rev. D. Rogers, of Dungannon, preached the Annual Educational ser- mon in the Methodist Church at the Nile last Sunday evening. Up to date I have had the honor of hearing educ- ational sermons. They are usually preached by sonic good brother who makes so'sure of the quantity that many fall asleep and cannot judge of the quality. They were satistical, argu- mentative, reproachful and threaten- ing. This one was not, It was a setting -forth of the necessity that men should go forth to preach, armed with necessary preparation, and it was a gracious appeal to support, with dollars and cents left unmentioned. I treasure the memory of yesterday's sermon in that it was an educational sermon which was interesting, • instructive, and I should judge successful. Rev. Mr. Moss• rendered similar service at Dungannon. ]Mirth• Owing no doubt to such seasonable weather quite a number of our citizens are on the sick list. On Monday evening Agnes Knox, assisted by others, gave a recital in Industry hall. There was a small audience. It is being understood that we are to have another livery in town. Opposi- tion is the life of trade. Owing to an entertainment being held in Industry hall the previous evening our town fathers held their regular meeting on Tuesday evening. We regret to hear of Mrs. E. 'Wat- son's serious illness. Her many friends wish for her speedy recovery. The Canadian Jubilee Singers' con- cert on Friday evening last in Industry hall, under the auspices of the C. O. F., was a great success. • The hall was crowded to its utmost capacity, many having to go away. The singing and instrumental music given by the com- pany was excellent. Proceeds $65. Mr. Geo. Hackett and family intend moving to Kincardine this week. Quite a number of our citizens drove over to Londeshoro on Sunday after- noon to attend the funeral of the late Mrs. Weymouth. The members of the C. O. F. meet in their new hall in Watson's Brick Block on Tuesday evening, 13th inst. On Monday our woollen mill started up for the season's work. On Sunday next missionary anni- versary services are to be held in the Methodist church, sermons to be preached by Rev. W. Smyth, of Clin- ton. On the following Tuesday eve - nig at 8 o'clock a missionary meeting will be held when addresses will be given by Rev. J. H. Dyke, of Belgrave, and Rev. J. W. Saunb , returned mis- sionary from \Japan. Service of Song by choir of church ROYAL BLADIC PRECEPTORY.-Thean- nual meeting of the Royal Black Precep- tory No. 379, was held in the Orange Hall, Blyth, Feb. 28th,when the fol- lowing officers were eected :--Precep- tor, Sir Knight A. Woodman ; Dep. Preceptor Sir 'Knight T. E. Higley; Register, Preceptor, ht L. Nethery; Treas- urer, Sir Knight H. Pingle; Lecturers, Sir Knights M. Mains, and W. McGill Censor, Sir Knight J. Sherritt; Pur- suivant, Sir Knight Morrison; Com- mittee, Sir Knights J. Nethery, H. Sear lett, and J. Poulton. The Precep- tory adjourned to meet again on the 28th March next, at 7.30 p. in, Port Albert. Spring time has come, gentle Annie. The contrast between last week's sin- cere cold, freezing weather and the past five days of warm spring weather has not been known by the oldest inhabit- ant. To -day (Monday) ice on the river is broken up where teams a week ago were engaged hauling heavy loads of logs, wood and ice. However, our "Moses Qats"- °'Harry Otway's Onions" -predict heavy snow storms before the end of this month and decidedly cold weather through.April. Capt. James Rogie, who died at his residence in Colborne and was buried Monday last, was an old resident of this place away . back in the forties. The father of deceased, who was an old sea captain, bought a farm on the 2nd con. of Ashfleld near the Port and lived there with his wife and family for a few years. The "old salts" no- tions were not on bush farming. His mind was wrapped up in a life on the ocean wave and a home on the lashing deep. One fine morning he packed his luggage and left for New York, never again to see the face of his family. He sold the farm in Ashfleld and moved to Colborne, where they resided since James and Andrew, following the footsteeps of their father, soon be- came Captains on the lakes. The ' de- ceased had been sailing on the "Whalehack" between Buffalo and Duluth during the past three or four years. He had many friends in this Port, who attended his funeral, one of the largest I have seen, upwards of. 180 rigs being in procession. He leaves a wife, three boys and one daughter to mourn the loss of a kind husband and father. Goderich. There will be an emergent meeting of Huron Chapter No. 30, R. A. M., in Masonic hall, this evening. Regular meeting of Huron Encamp- ment No. 28, 1. O. O. F., next Monday evening. . Many of our residents thought spring was with us for good last Saturday. Holy Communion was celebrated at St. George's last Sunday morning. Hon. .T. C. Patterson spent Sunday in the circular town. ' Mr. F. Elliott, of Exeter, was in the county town the past Wednesday. Mr. W. H. Woods, of Bayfield, visit- ed the circular town last week. Mr. J. H, Dickson, of Exeter, was in Goderich last Thursday. Mr. W. J. Graham, of Seaforth, was in town on Wednesday. Mr. H. Spackman, of Exeter, was in Goderich last week , Mr. and Mrs. Miller, of Bayfield, were in town the .past week. Barrister Collins, of Exeter, was in town last week; At the meeting of the town Council on Friday a motion requesting the appointment of a police magistrate, without pay, was carried by 9 ;to 6. At the same meeting a petition signed by 218 ratepayers was presented against the said motion. The following excerpt is from the Saginaw Courier -Herald of the 28th ult. will interest many of our readers : "The concert given under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid Society of the Washington Avenue Presbyterian church, Monday . evening, was an unusually successful affair in the large attendance and' the music that was furnished for the occasion. " " " Mrs. Morehouse in her songs, which received a -merited encore, fairly took the house by storm with her magnifi- cent voice of great power, compass and sweetness. Her sister, Miss Cook, in a duet with her, showed a voice finely cultivated, sweet and strong. These ladies make a real and valuable addi- tion to -the musical talent of Saginaw. At the open meeting of the Collegiate Institute Literary Society last Friday evening the following bill of fare was presented after quarterly nominations had taken place :-Chorus, Glee Club ; reading, Mr. Wren; recitation, Mr. J. C. Reid; impromptu addresses, Messrs. Denomy, Simpson, Naftel and McKay; Question drawer, Mr. H. I. Strang; chorus, Glee Club; instrumental solo, Miss Ausebrooke; club swinging, Misses C. Sharman, M. Campbell, E. Acheson, J. Dickson and M. Dickson; reading, Mr. Simpson; selection, Miss J. Dickson; God Save the Queen. Hundreds of our citizens visited the breakwater or the river banks on Sun- day expecting the annual break-up. They were disappointed, however, as the ice did not go out till about 6 a. m, on Monday, one of the earliest break- ups known. All the islands in the river are now covered with some 7 or 8 feet of ice. The regular meeting of the Public SchoolBoard was held on Mondayeven- ing',all the members being present. The minutes were read and confirmed, and the Principal's report showing an average attendance of 557, boys 280, girls 268, read and filed. Accounts from J. Sutler, $3.00; H. Hale, $8.00; R. P. Wiikinson,;$1.00 were ordered to be paid. The auditors report for 1893 was read and filed, and Mr. Colborne, the chairman, and Mr.'Ball appointed to consider the payment of the Inspec- tor. The Board then adjourned. The Goderich Athletic Club gave an entertainment in the Collegiate Insti- tute Gymnasium on Monday evening that was most satisfactory except as regards the attendance. It would be insidious to mention the performance individually, as all did well, but we cannot refrain from mentioning the instructor, Mr. Logan, for his manage- ment, an exceedingly comic resignation sent in by a mystic member read by Mr. H. I. Strang. Mr. A. M. Todd, of this paper, was in town on Monday. There will be an entertainment in the Grand on Friday evening, an ex- ,ceedingly interesting Irish drama being the bill of fare. McKHlop- The building used by Mr. Weisen- burg for a stable and implement house was consumed by fire one day last week. They were engaged crushing grain in the building and it is supposed that a spark from the engine set fire to some hay in the loft. Mr. Weisenburg's loss is severe, there being no insurance. The young lady collectors for the Upper Canada Bible Society have been around soliciting donations and have been quite successful. Reeve John Bennewies has all kinds of sawlogs piled up around his saw mill in every direction. Mrs. Robert McCutcheon, who has been visiting friends in McKillop and •Morris for the last month, leaves for her home at Deloraine, Manitoba, this week. Miss Lizzie Cruise, of Toronto, has been on an extended visit at the resi- dence of her uncle, Mr. John Dundas. East Wawanosh. Miss Bell, of the 5th con., was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Taylor, of Bel - grave, last -week. We understand that Mr. Wm. Toll, of the 2nd con, has entered into the holy bonds of matrimony. We extend to the young couple our best wishes. We understand that Mr. J. Houver, of the 6th con., will deal extensively in ho s next season. 11 r. Wm. Mason, of the Morris boun- dry, gave a dance to the young people a few nights ago. Quite a number from this vicinity. attended. We understand 'that Mr. Jackson, sr., intends moving into the house formerly occupied by Mr. A. Carlton. Mr. David Dunbar, of the 6th con.. is making arrangements for the erec- tion of a new residence. A very successful entertainment was. held in the Westfield church on Thurs- day evening last. The Epworth Lea- gue of Blyth furnished the program- me. Mr. P. W. Scott hauled a load of logs to Belgrave last week which con- tained 1,361 ft. Mr. Scott gets the credit of having handled the largest load of logs taken to Belgrave this season. The concert held under the auspices of the 1. O. F., of Belgrave, was a grand success and was of course large- ly attended. We areglad to learn that Mr. John Bennit, who has been in poor health for some time, owing to a . severe attack of la grippe, is able to be around again. Mr. Alex. Scott gave. to the young people of the 6th and vicinity, a grand dancing party on Friday evening last. Mr. E. Livingston, of Belgrave, made a business trip to London last week. We are pleased to learn that Mr. Fred Roth, who had his foot cut some time ago, is able to be around again. We understand that Mr. Robt. Vint, of the 4th con., will return to Mani- toba shortly. Goderich Township. Mr. and Miss Johnston, of Lanes, were visiting at the residence of their Bandparents, Mr.and Mrs. Marshall, ayfield Line, last week. Miss Maggie Brownlee, of Benmiller, was renewing old acquaintance in Goderich township last week. The annual meeting of the Royal Scarlet Chapter of Goderich District will be held in the Orange hall, 7th don., Goderich township, on the lith of March, at half past seven o'clock in the evening. The concert given under the auspices of the Sunday School of St., James' church (Middleton) last Wednesday evening, 28th ult., resulted successfuly. The Varna choir was in attendance and rendered a number of select choruses. Singers were also present from Clinton and delighted the audience with several renditions. Mr. Patter- son, of Clinton, gave a number ' of Scotch songs in excellent style. Rcei- tations were given by a number of the scholars, reflecting very creditably. The total proceeds were very satis- factory to the management., Mr. Wm. Elliott is making repairs to the Izzard property he purchased. A new cellar is dug out and new walls put in. The house is 33 x 21 inside and 17 feet high. New floors and walls and plastering will make the place more comfortable. Mr. Wiggington is do- ing the work and Mr. Elliott expects to occupy it about the 1st of April. SCHOOL REPORT. -The following is a monthly report of the pupils of S. S. No. 8, based on regularity, punctuality, demeanor and general progression :- V. class-Cressie Elliott. IV. class - Sadie Stirling, Amy Naftel and Frank Elliott. Sr. III. -Josie Stirling, Ida Naftel, Emily Rutledge. Jr. III. - David Woods, Lizzie Cook, Annie Harrison. Sr. II -Benson Elliott, Annie McGuire; Hannah Harrison. Jr. II -Eva Woods, Frank McLelland, Jennie Woods. Sr., Part II -Minnie Harrison, Edna Green, Sandy Stirling. Sr., 1st -Clara McGuire, Tommy Per- due, Lottie Stirling. Jr. 1st -Edgar Cook, Flossy Perdue. Average attend- ance for the month, 43. E. W. JERvis, Teacher. The annual meeting of the directors of the Colonial Institute was held in London, Eng., Wednesday night. The report presented stated that the move- ment for increased trade between the mother country and the colonies was taking a firmer hold on the merchants and manufacturers of Great Britain ; while the promotion of 'commerce be- tween Canada and Australia also evokes the deepest interest and ap- proval. The proposed all -British cable between Canada and Australia was also referred to and most heartily en - domed. a County Currency. Mr. John Beatty, of Porter's Hill, was renewing old acquaintances at Lumley last Week. Mr. Beatty was formerly a teacher at Lumley school. The good people of the Bayfield Road Church surprised their worthy pastor. Rev. J. A. McDonald, the other day, bycandy driving up to his place and unlading a big load of oats. Mr. George M. Winn, of the Am- hersthurg Leader, returns thanks be- cause a kind hearted baker sent in a loaf of bread. He shows in this that he is thankful for small favors. Miss Lily Evans, the well-known an d talented elocutionist, was married a t the Church of the Messiah, Kincardine, on Wednesday week, to Mr. Harry Barker, of Toronto. Daggert Bros., of Springville, N. Y., have sold to Mr. Henry Cargill, of Car- gill, Ont., the promising trotting colt, Taletto, sired by Damo, for the hand- some sum of $1200. Damo is owned by the Wingham Trotting Horse Associa- tion. News Notes. The Ontario Cabinet has appointed Dr. W. J. Milne, of Blyth, as an asso- ciate coroner for Huron county. One man was killed and one seeiou sly injured at a collision on the C. P. R., near Woodstock, N. B., Thursday night. The Illustrated Buffalo Express. has become one of the great journals of the United States, and it deserves its suc- cess. Five children were born to the wife of David Roseberger, a farmer li ving near Kittaning, Pa., Tuesday. Three are girls and two boys. A number of manufacturing es tabs lishments at Norwalk, Conn., whim were closed last fall on account of hard. times have been re -opened. Wm. Black, aged 63 years, and Wm.. Shaw, aged 90, two county wards, died in Goderich jail last week. The usual inquest was held. A strange hog disease has broken out on the farm of William Orr, near - Milverton, by which he lost four fat hogs after only two days sickness. D. McDonnell, the high wire walker, who was so seriously injured last August; has again assumed his profes- sion and gave an exhibition in Owen Sound recently. • The Illustrated Buffalo Express calls itself a "news -illustrated paper." A great many illustrated newspapers do not illustrate the news. But the ex- press does, and does it well, too. A Walkerton hotel -keeper was find $50 for refusing to admit the license inspector to search his premises. The hotel -keeper appealed to Osgoode Hall, but the courts refused redress. John H. Nurden, an employee of the Canadian Express Company; was charged at Hamilton last week with stealing $1,500 in two packages on Jan- uary 12. The packages were missed between Toronto and Barrie. He was admitted to bail. The sentence of death passed on Edward Wheaty, of Fredericton, N. B., a mute, who was convicted of Murder- ing his sister-in-law with an axe, has been commuted to imprisonment for life. He was to have been hanged on ' April 20. John Allan, an engineer on the C. P. R., loaned an actor named Morris the sum of $6 about two years ago, when the latter was strapped in Calgary. The actor died in New Orleans re- cently, and bequeathed $1,000 in his will to Allan. The Palmerston Telegraph plant has been purchased by two young men from Walkerton, who will revive the paper. Mr. Lacey, who conducted the paper so long and so ably, will, with his wife, reside with their daughter, Mrs. F. Waters, in Stratford. Toronto school trustees are raising quite a stir over the too free use of scribblers in the schools. It is claimed that the slate is seldom used. The pupils prefer doing exercises in the scribbler, and in many instances they use these alone. Action is to he taken to compel the general use of slates in the schools. The Countess of Derby, wife of the former Governor-General of Canada, presented Wednesday to the Duke and Duckess of York the wedding gift of the Canadian women. The gift consists of two tine horses and a sleigh. Sir Charles Tupper, Canadian High Conubissioner, was absent from the presentation ceremony on account of illness. The unmarried young Teeple of Lawrence Station intend forming a matrimonial alliance, the object of which the club will be to secure suitable husbands and wives for its members. Each person joining the club will be re- 'quired to pay an initiation fee of ten dollars, which amount will be present- ed to the first member who secures a mate. Already thirty members are in;, the club. Toronto Empire :-The main us - ness of the legislators seems to be re- pealing or amending laws which they made in previous years. He must be an active man who can keep track of the many changes which Sir Oliver and his followers made in the laws, but the ratepayers can rest assured that he is heldged in by enactments on every conceivable subject. If he should dis- cover any point which is not covered by a law, all he has to do is to let the Government know and an Act will he introduced at once. That's what the Government is there for ; besides it gives a semblance of doing something. That the country does not know where it stands, in a legal sense is novel, too, for what was the law last year isn't law this, and there is the spice of ex- citement and variety in guessing what will come next. /. it Y