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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron News-Record, 1894-03-28, Page 9w mn RMS—;1.b0 per Annnurs 1.25 in Advance. 0 EWS4IECOIW. I.AWRPENDENr IN 4LL THINGS—NEUTRAL IN NOTHING A. M. 'MM. Editor and Owner L, XVI (CLI tTON. HURON COUNTY, ONT. WEDNESDAY. APRIL 4r 1894 WHOLE NO. 803 Wines, Liquors, Ales, Porters. The Best Qualities on the market at the lowest, living prices. 'WALKER'S IMPERIAL 75c. A BOTTLE. THE FAMOUS CLINTON LIQUOR STORE. WALKER'S CLUB 95c. A BOTTLE. J. W. RITER, WHOLESALE and RETAIL, CLINTON. Specialties in Household and Medicinal Goods. HOUSE FOR RENT. Two-storey, four bedrooms, parlor, dining room, kitchen, summer kitchen, pantries, stone cellar, hard and soft water. House nearly new. Good loca- tion. Rent moderate. Apply to MRS. THOS. COOPER, Clinton. falai Town Topics. MR. ROBERT MASON, of Wingham, was on a visit to Mr. and Mrs. W. Harland last •week. MISS M. COOPER, who is teaching school at Brussels, was home for the Easter holidays. • Mn. A. HArarr, of the Molsons Bank, spent the Easter vacation at Wood- stock. Miss AND LYDIA,daughters of Mr.W. G. Smythe, have returned from a visit to their grandmother, Mrs. Robinson, of Kirkton. LAY DELEGATE.—Mr. John Ransford has been elected lay delegate from St. James' Church to the Synod at London, which will likely meet In June. SATISFACTORY.—The electric light in the town hall appears to be giving good satisfaction. The council cham- ber should now be supplied with incan- descent lights. MORE SHIPPING.—Mr. D. Cantelon continues shipping large quantities of eive hogs. The price paid for several ase shipped this week was $4.25 per hundred, MR. D. S. Cook the other day ex- pressed a fine fox terrier pup to his brother J. W. at Goshen, Ind. The express add duty would be consider- able. THE 21T11 of MAY.—Year after year there is considerable talk about a cele- bration of some kind in Clinton on the 24th of May, but for some reason or other the day comes and goes as the ordinary holiday. We fail to see why there should not be a grand celebration here at least one day in the year. So far this year the fall show will he the only definite attraction. The Town Council might give some encourage- ment or act in conjunction with the Band or Bicycle Club. In fact there could be a strong combination formed if all would work togethee: One of the best celebrations ever held in West- ern Ontario could be brought to a Suc- cessful issue. There are a thousand and one attractions to offer. W ill some of our public spirited men take hold of the matter ? Now is the proper time to move, AN EDITOR'S PATHETIC APPEAL.— W. A. Myers, formerly of Clinton, who is now publishing the Gladstone (Man.) Age, makes a pathetic appeal for funds in last week's issue. "You know," he said, "that you have starved out three or four editors and afterwards repent- ed of your action ; now do not let that repentance be death bed repentance, but bring forth fruit meat for repent- ance. Don't attempt to starve out an- other editor if not for the shame of the thing at least for fear that you will never be forgiven either in this life or in that which is to come. To starve out your local paper is as foolish a thing as to sell your birthright for a mess of pottage. Don't do it gentle- rnen,we pray you, but pay up your subscription like honest and intelligent men, and pay it now. The first time you come to town call on us and let us have the dollar you owe us for the Age. ST. PAUL'S GUILD ENTERTAINMENT. —The entertainment in St. Paul's church Sunday School, given under the auspices of the Ladies Guild, on Friday evening, was a success in every respect. The school was filled to the doors. Rev. Mr. Fairlie occupied the chair in his usually brilliant manner. The programme speaks for itself :— Chorus by the choir; reading, Mr. Joyner ; solo, Mrs. R, Ransford ; duet, Messrs. Prangley and Combe ; reading, "He colored his Whisker" and recita- tion, "How Salvastor Won," Miss C. a. •kMountcastle ; piano solo, Miss Mc- Murray ; trio, Mrs. R. Ransford, Miss McHardy and H. B. Combe ; piano solo, Miss L. Irwin. The next on the pro- gramme was:the Lantern Views, given by Mr. Brewer, who explained the illustrations, both of the Bible and Chicago, in a concise manner. He also gave several local views and personal pictures among them being orrr late pas- tor, Rev. Mr. Craig. The latter was received with warm applause. A solo, by Mrs. R. Ransford, duet by Misses Combe and Logan, chorus b choir and recitation, "Curfew shall not ring to -night," by Miss C. Mount. castle, were interspersed with the views. The National Anthem 'and expressions of general satisfaction brought the successful proceedings to a close. Clinton Town Council The regular monthly meeting of the Town Council was held last Monday evening. A full Board was present. PETITIONS. A petition was received from the town band, signed by a very large and influential number of ratepayers, ask- ing for a grant of $100 to assist in pay- ing an instructor according to instruc- tions from the Council ; the band in return to give the Town an open air concert every Friday evening during the summer months. Cooper and McMurray moved that the request be referred to the Finance Committee to report upon. Taylor and Deputy -Reeve Kennedy moved in amendment that the petition come under the head of "new busi- ness." The Mayor thought it would be best to first refer the petition and request to Finance Committee. The Clerk, at the request of Reeve McMurchie, read by-law which stated in effect that finances should first be dealt with by Finance Committee. The amendment stood in favor six to four, the Mayor not voting. CEMETERY. The Cemetery Committee recom- mended that tools be purchased as fol- lows :—one wheelbarrow, one axe, one lawn mower and one spade, at pro- bable cost of $13—adopted. DEPUTATIONS. Mr. Frank Booth, Townsend street, addressed the Council. He asked for a drain across the street from his pro- perty to prevent water from flooding his cellar. At present six drains empty into the one and cause flooding.—Re- ferred to Street Committee. PROPERTY. The property committe reported that town hall roofingcontract has beery awarded Davis ani Rowland for $99. with a five year guarantee. • THE ELECTRIC LIGHT. Reeve McMurchie stated that the electric lights in the town hall were not quite satisfactory. The light was, to his mind, dins. One night since they were put in there was no light at all. Deputy -Reeve Kennedy—The town will not have to pay for that night. Reeve McMurchie—No, the town will not. Some of the smaller ones had to be changed for greater can- dle • power, and the light might now prove to be more salisfactoay. THE G. T. R. AND SCALES. A communication from the Grand Trunk at Montreal to the local agent, re cattle yard, stated that the required ground would be leased to the Town for a term of eight rg years at $1 per year and taxes ; the Town to be responsible for sanitary condition of property. The leases were presented in duplicate. :On motion of Plummer and Mc- Murray the Mayor and Clerk were about to be authorized to sign lease when Taylor objected. He did not think it wise to proceed so quickly until we see how much shippers and others interested would contribute toward the expense. His idea was that if we could not secure a reason- able sum the lease should be returned unsigned, and the Council agreed to the proposal. CHARITY. Chairman McMurray reported wood to Mrs. Rosin, Miss White, Mrs. Daly, Mrs. Devine, Henry Knott and Robert Mennell, and groceries to same and also to Mrs. Glazier and C. Dunlavey to amount of $16.25—adopted. FINANCE REPORT. Chairman Armstrong's report was adopted as follows:—NEWS-RECORD, printing, $6.75; R. Marshall,- lumber, ; electric light, $16.50 ; J. Becker, street, $4.38; 'charity, $3.78; cemetery, $1.35 ; R. Reynold, two months salary, $36 ; J. Ferguson, property, $4 ; J. Cook, teaming, 75c.; A, Ewing, charity, $2.50; incidental, H. Davis, $2.50, J. Kennedy $2.50. Receipts --scales $20.55, town hall $50.55. TREASURER'S REPORT showed receipts to he $1,996.65, and the payments $633.34, leaving a bal- ance on hand of $1,363.31—adopted. BOULEVARDS, ETC. Armstrong asked the Reeve for the promised information as to the powers of citizens re boulevards, &c. The Reeve replied that Council had power to pass a by-law giving citizens certain privileges, and on motion of Taylor and Armstrong the proper com- mittee were instructed to draft by- law. THAT CHAIR. The Mayor asked if the Council were going to accede to the request of Judge Doyle re chair. Reeve McMurchie thought the Judge was somewhat of a crank and would rather he were present when he said so. The Comrnittee.d,cided to talk the matter over after adjournment. NEW BUSINESS—THE BAND. Plummer said the first thing to con- sider was, could we afford to give the band $100. We have many expendi- tures not expected. The Finance Com- mittee should know. The Reeve was of opilrion that the application should he referred to the Committee. The Mayor said the Council could refer with instructions. The Reeve was sure there was a clause of the kind. He characterised the expenditure as a foolish one and was not quite sure but that it would be illegal, but he would not ignore such a respectable and largely signed petition. If we could afford to do so, he would not object, but if we cannot afford it he would oppose such a grant. The Mayor said the Reeve was out of order, but would waive the point in order that there might be full discuss- ion. Cooper gave names of adjoining towns which assisted their hands, saying that Goderich gave $125. Ho spoke of Clinton as a very progressive town, the huh of Huron, and contend- ed that we should not lag behind. The hand should be given a grant if the town could afford to do so. McMurchie—I have a card in my hand, received to -day, which states that the Goderich hand receives only $100. Cooper --Probably. so. One of the towns I mentioned, however, gives $125. Armstrong, as chairman of the Fin- ance Committee, was willing to call the members together and see how the finances stood. The Mayor said we should be careful and not violate any of our by-laws. No opening should be left for future wrong -doing. The petition was then referred to Finance Committee. NEGLECTED CHILDREN. A circular extract from the children's Protection Act, referring to begging. ill-treatment, neglected children, &c., was distributed among the councillors merely for instruction. THE SAFE STILL SAFE. Just as the Board adjourned the Mayor called the members back and informed them that the town safe still refused to give up the fight. The best mechanics in town had failed to open 4t. The only remedy will be to.call in outside assistance. .The Property Com- mittee will endeavor to solve the diffi- culty. Town (Topics. Miss MAINS, ofMyth, is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. G. . Stewart. MRS. AND THE KISSES BEACOM have removed back to the Bayfield line. MRS. WM. CANTELON was on a visit to her daughter at Mitchell. MRS. RITER spent a couple of days visiting friends at Wingham-last week. PRINCIPAL A. H. PLUMMER, Of Blyth, spent his Easter vacation in Clinton and neighborhood. MRS. W. FOSTER, Albert street, was on a visit to Mr. and Mrs. Brooks, and other friends at Mitchell, last and this week. MR. ATI{INSON, at one time in Det- lor's dry -goods store in Clinton, was in town last week working up Ontario Permanent Building and Loan Asso- ciation business. He resides at Wood- stock. RACES.—Messrs. Copp and Beattie Bros., of town, have entered their trotting horses for the Brussels stake races, which are to take place at Brussels on July 2nd. The purse is $¢00 ; three-minute trot. GETTING READY.—Mr. J. Miller has already some of the stone, lumber and timber on the ground for his new shop on Albert street. The size of the main building will be 26x46, two storey. with a good sized one -storey lean-to. He does not expect to prove into it be- fore fall. FROM MONTANA.—In a letter from Mr. Joseph Atchison, of Montana, formerly of Clinton, that gentleman says : Dear Sir,—I am now on a sheep ranch in the State of Montana ; would you kindly forward my NEWS - RECORD to Brighton, Montana. THE NEWS•RECORD is great company for me out here. The man I am working for has 9,000 sheep and I am here all the time. I can't getaway a minute for my self. I am forty miles from any town or village. MARRIAGE.- On Thursday evening last a large number gathered at the residence of Mr. Wrn. Murch, Holmes- ville, the occasion being the,rnarriage of his second daughter, Carrie, to Mr. Ralph Wade, of Dakota. A very pleasant evening was spent by those present, among thein being Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Swallow and Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Courtice, of Clinton. The bride is held in very high esteem and this was strongly manifested by the many and valuable presents spread to the appreciative view of the gather- ing. Among the latter were many souvenirs of silver. Rev. E. A. Fear tied the matrimonial knot. The many friends of the bride in this section will ,loin with THE NEWS -RECORD in wish- ing them long life and abundant pros- perity. - County Currency. A sow belonging to George Headman, of Morris, has given birth to 36 pigs inside of one year and lost very few out of that large number. Pork has been a valuable farm product for the past few years. Mr. Richard Anderson, of Wingham, suffered a heavy loss recently by the destruction by fire of the farm resi- dence in Turnberry, near Belmore, to which he was soon to have removed his family and effects. There was a slight insurance on the house. Mr. Geo. McTavish has purchased the Wingham woollen mill property and is having it fitted up. He intends manufacturing several household neces- sities, but is not quite sure if he will engage in the manufacture of furni- ture. Another furniture facory is about to be started in Wingham, the site has beenpurchased by Mr. O. Gilchrist and is situated near the Canadian Paiflce Railway and ashort distance from the Grand Trunk Railway stat- ion. Mr. Gilchrist, we understand, will manufacture only the higher grades of furniture, which will in no way compete with the other existing factories. Mrs. Maria McLean died on Monflay week at the home of her sister, Mrs. McManus, of Colborne. Mrs. McLean was in her 77th year, and had been failing for some time. She was con- verted 59 years ago in the old land, and has been a faithful Christian ever since. She was a member of Victoria Street Methodist church Goderich and her funeral serman will be preached by Rev. H. Irvine, on the morning of April 15th. County Currency. The parish 'of Logan and Kinkora has raised $92 for Hon. Edward Blake's Irish home rule. fund. The date for the Zurich fall show this year Is fixed for the 26th and 27th of September. The Orangeman, of Bayfield, have improved the appearance of their hall lately by papering the walls. Mr. M. J. Best, who has been visiting his parents in Hallett for some time past, left for his home in Brandon, Man., on Tuesday of last week. • Mr. C. R. VanEgrnond, of Egrnond- ville, has rented his farm, at the south side of the village, to Mr. Kruse, for a term of three years, Mrs. Easton, an old resident of the 4th concession of McKillop, passed away on Sunday week at the age of 76 years. She was only a few days ill. Mr. Houston, principal of Clinton Collegiate Institute, preached in St. Andrew's church, Bayfield, Sunday week. Mr. Robt. Howard, of Blyth, has rented his 50 acre farm on the gravel to Mt Jordon, of Colborne, for a term of flvb years. The Stephen and Usborne Agricultur- al Society have decided to hold their fall show this year on the first Monday and Tuesday after the Western Fair. On Wednesday, March, 21st, Jas. Kerney and Annie, second daughter of T. Miller, both of Morris, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony at Blyth by Rev. A. McLean. James Forrest, of 2nd line, Morris, bought the 100 acre farm belonging to Donald McCallum, being south half lot 22. con 8, Morris. The price was $3,000. Mr. Alexander Smillie, son of Mr. Samuel Smillie, has been chosen to succeed his father in the clerkship of Tuckersrnitlr, the duties to commence in September next. On Monday of last week at Exeter one of Mr. E. Christie's pair of White stallions in some unaccountable man- ner broke one of its legs in two places while in its stall. Tuesday nlormng the accident was discovered, when the animal was killed. The hotel and liquor men of Perth have organized another P. P. A. to he known as the County of -Perth Publi- can's Protective Association. The objects of the association are to pro- tect the interests of liquor dealers and hotel men by preventing legislation against their interests and in other ways. A Blanshard correspondent writes :— "We are sorry to hear that Master Samuel Crawford, of the 10th line, who a short time ago underwent an opera- tion in the London hospital, for the removal of a tumor from his side, is again laid up, it commencing to grow again, also one on the other side. Several medical men say they never saw anything like it before." On Thursday week Henry Rau, of Mitchell, appeared before the Mayor charged with committing an aggravat- ed and unprovoked assault upon Ed- ward Krnspe. He admitted the charge, and was fined $5 and $2.45 costs. The assault was premeditated, and the blow was given with a pepper can, which caused a cut over the. eye. At the Assizes Wednesday, in Strat- ford', •Alfred Thomas, the English lad from the Boy's Home, who has been confined iii goal Since last September, charged with the murder of the old woman, Elizabeth Martin, of Gowns - town, was acquitted by Justice Robert- son. His Lordship stated that the cir- ciunstantial evidence was not sufficient to warrant the case going to the jury. On Wednesday evening, March 28th, Mr. John Sutherland was attending to his work in Ogilvie mill, Seaforth, when his fingers got caught in a pully and if it had not been for the timely aid of another man his hand would have been badly smashed, as it was he received a few flesh wounds which will lay him off work for some time. Mrs. Snider, a widow lady living alone near Otterville, last week,while drawing a pail of water from he sis- ter n, which was inside, lost her balance and fell in. There was over 4 feet of water. She was in the water over two hours, and when her screams for help were heard and she was rescued, she was completely exhausted as well as chilled through. It is doubtful if she ever entirely recovers. At a meeting of the town Council held in Wingham on Monday week a resolution was passed refusing to pay the freight on the cannon, recently received from the Government. The ground on which the grant was oppos- ed by some was that it was illegal to take town funds for such a purpose. However, a subscription was raised and the freight paid on the cannon. It will soon be placed in position. Mr. John Weismilier, a brother of Mr. D. Weisrniller, merchant of Hen - sell, was, Wednesday last, united in marriage to Miss Mary Blair, of the township of Stanley. The marriage ceremony was performed at the manse, Clinton, after which the happy young couple went on a trip and visit among friends. The bride was the recipient of some very handsome presents. Their many friends wish them all happiness and prosperity in their new home in Glenallan, where Mr. Weismilier short- ly intends moving and engaging in the merchantile business. Joseph Stenzel, a German, of Mc- Killop, .has been committed to jail by Magistrates Beattie and Wilson on a charge laid by John McLaughlin, that he committed rape upon his own daughter, Martha Stenzel, aged twelve years. The evidence of the girl and her mother is to the effect that the offence was committed three times and the girl told her mother, who with her told some of their neighbors and McLaughlin laid the information. J. M. Best, barrister, of Seaforth, has charge of the defence. Stanzel will probably have to remain in jail until the assizes in September. Goderich. Miss Howell returned to Alma Col- lege on Monday. M. S. Davis, of Clinton, spent Sun- day in the circular town. Miss Florie Doyle has returned to the Business College, Chatham. The Fraser dramatic company occu- pied the Grand the whole of the past week. The troupe gave general satis- faction. Miss Charles, B. A., returned from St. Catharines on Saturday. Mr. Phil Horton has returned to Hel- muth College. The fishing fleet had an extremely stormy time the latter end of last week. Miss Lee returned to Bishop Stiaugh- an's College on Monday. The public schools and Collegiate In- stitute re -opened on Monday. Mr. Allen Seager returned to Trinity this week. Mr. Abe Smith has opened a dying and cleaning establishment on Kings- ton street. Miss Ellwood returned to Trinity University on Monday. Holy Communion was celebrated at St. George's on Sunday morning. Mr, Geo. M. MeTaggart, of Clinton, was In the county town on Thursday. Mr. F. Elliott, of Exeter, was in God- erich the past week. Regular.ineeting of Goderich Coun- cil No. 157, C. O. C. F., on Friday. Mr, A. M. McQuaig, of Lucknow, was'in town on Wednesday. Me. J. J. Hicks, of Mitchell, was in Godepich last Thursday. Regular meeting of Huron Encamp- ment No. 28, I. O. O. F., next Monday evening. Mr. and Mrs. R. Davis, of Exeter, were in Goderich on Thursday. Mr, H. I. Strang, B. A., was in the Queen city last week. Mr. James Pickard, of Exeter, was in the circular town on Friday. Mr. R. Roberts and family left last week for Stratford where they will re- side for the future. Some of this season's boat houses were started last week, the earliest ever known. March came in like a lamb and killed all prophecies by departing calmly. Mr. B. V. Elliott, of Exeter, was in town on Thursday. The tugs Clucas, Sea Queen and Sea Gull will'leave for their fishing stations in the Georgian Bay this week. The Sunday school anniversary of the North street Methodist church was celebrated on Monday evening, the very large congregation being evident- ly much pleased with the programme. There will be a meeting of St. George's congregation in the school room to -morrow, Thursday evening, when the question of free pews will be discussed and voted on. There was a meeting of St. George's Guild on Monday evening. The regular meeting of the Public School Board was held on Monday. Present Chairman M. Nicholson and trustees Acheson, Ball, Colborne and Price. After the minutes had been confirmed the Principal's report show- ing an average attendance for March of 303 boys and 277 girls, a total of 580, was read and filed: The Principal drew the attention of the Board to the fact that 580 was the largest attend- ance for a considerable period. A new walk at the front entrance was order- ed. On motion of Colborne and Price, vote of thanks to Dr. Hamilton- for his kindly presentation of. a gold medal, for the best pupil in the entrance class, was unanimously adopted. Inspector Tom reported that the teachers were all doing good work, and that the junior rooms in the Ward schools were all ably conducted. He also reported the following pupils from the junior to the senior rooms in the ward schools. St. David's—Maggie Proudfoot, Josie Witte, Grace Doyle, Maggie Doak, Rose Carey, Mary Jardine, Alice Gar- rick, Edna Straiton, Lorne Thomas, Claude Murray, Joshua Thomas, Willie Towersley, Percy Nicholson, Norman Allan, Victor Tichbourne. St. Pat- rick's—Nellie Avery, Pearl McEwen, Maggie Menzie, Dora McLeod, May Williams, Delano Dickson, Hugh Pol- ley, Charles Sanders. St. Andrew's— Bessie Brinacombe, May McLean, Frances Wiggins, May McDonald, Philip Mitchell, Peter Coutts. Weddings at Goderich. TWO SOCIAL EVENTS OF IMPORTANCE AND INTEREST AT ST. GEORGE'S CHURCH. From Toronto Empire. St. George's church was the scene of two marriages this morning, the first one being performed at 6.15 a. rn., when Rev. Mark Turnbull united in marriage G. W. Black, jr., of this town, to Frances M., second daughter of Mr. H. W. Ball. The bride, who was given away by her father, was dressed in brown cloth travelling cos- tume, with brown hat and yellow flowers, and carried a boquet of yellow roses. The bride was assisted by her sister Minnie, and the groom's brother Harry was groomsman. At 11 a. m. the church was crowded with spectators to witness the marri- age of Arthur W. Curzon, son of the late Hon. Ernest 0. Curzon, of Curzon House, London, Eng., to Charlotte G., only daughter of Mr. R. Radcliffe. The bride was attired in white satin, with the customary tulle veil and orange blossoms, and carried cream roses. In this case the usual brides- maid and groomsman were dispensed with, the beide and groom assisting themselves. The choir sang "The Voice that Breathed o'er Eden" as the bride entered the church, also the "Deus." The rector officiated at this wedding also. The church was prettily decorated with flowers for both wed- dings. Stanley. Miss Isabella McFarlane, of Glencoe, Ont , spent her easter holidays with her parents in Stanley. Port Albert. David Johnston and his amiable life partner, who have been living in this place during the past five or six years, moved to Goderich township last week to reside with their nephew, Bob. Johnston, the noted hay presser. Mr. and Mrs. Johnston have many friends in this neighborhood who wish them prosperity and happiness in their future life's journey and trust "Dave's" shattered health may improve amongst friends and scenes of his boyhood. 'Tis rumored in the port that Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Mahaffy, formerly of this place, but late of Holland, Man., have returned to Ontario. The prairie province was not agreeable to their health. Ontario, Ontario?? With all thy faults, we love thee still. The friends and acquaintances of that genial and whole-souled Irishman, Dennis Sullivan, of Kingsbridge, tendered that gentleman a grand. banquet on Wednesday evening last, accompanied with an address and presentation of a gold watch and chain. Upwards of 101) people sat down to a glorious spread, the tables loaded with all delicacies of the season, everything in fact from an oyster stew to a brandy smash was on deck. When justice was done to the inner nisi, the tables were cleared and the roaster of ceremonies, Professor Mc - Fee, was called to the chair, with ex - Warden Griffin, Vice -Chairman. The programme was long and specified and carried out in good form. Speeches, songs and music were the order of the evening with "we wont go home till morning" by the "band.' This very enjoyable entertainment carne to a close about 4 o'clock in the morning with that truestyle in song, "God Save the Queen." I understand "Denny" . intends to move up to Sault Ste. Marie for a short time, I•Ie carries with him the best wishes for his future pros- perity from a host of friends in Ash- field. Notwithstanding this sociable, gathering being non-political. I beg to remark in scng We will miss thee, my boy ; Yes, we will miss thee At morning, at noon and at, night When the "Candidates" are "spouting" froth the hustings. In the midst of a political fight. Belfast. BUILDING NOTES.—Mr. Jas. Thome-•. son has most of the timber and lumber on the ground for a barn.—St. Helens is to have a new two-storey town hall this sumrner.—Mr. O'Leary, of Kintail, has the contract to erect his new patent fence in front of the school yard. Mr. Andrew Corry, of Milbank, Perth Co., is visiting his old friend the teacher. Mr. John Barkley, our old and es- teemed friend and citizen, is this week flitting his earthly effects to his new home, near Dungannon. As Mr. Bark- ley is a lover of THE News -RECORD and avows it is a necessity in every well ordered home, you will kindly accept this notice, 'Mr. Editor, to for- ward his paper to the new address, Dungannon. A quiet social event took place last Tuesday, it being the Inarriage.ef Miss Charlotte McAllister to Mr. Thos: Henry, both of our little burg. Rev. Mr. Anderson, of Knox church, Code rich, performed the ceremony. They are now settled in their new home in West Wawanosh, where our best wishes follow them. A score, less or more, of the ladies of the community assembled on Thursday afternoon at.the residence of Mrs. Samuel Alton to participate in a rag bee. The young man, of the yellow bron- cho, is evidently puu•suaded that he will not spare the whip and spoil the broncho. Mrs. Flintoff, of Seaforth, spent Easter in the village. Mr. and Mrs. Glaicer, of Georgetown, have returned from a visit to their friends, Messrs. Cook. Hay is being shipped from Lucknow in large quantities. La Grippe has taken a number of people by the forelock. Mr. John McCrostie has gone to Forest to accept a situation in a drug store. Mchillop. The sale of Mr. John Leeming on Tuesday last was not well attended. Prices, however were fair. A large number of our farmers took advantage of the last snow and hauled out their manure on the sleighs. The Township Council of Grey have undertaken to levy several hundred dollars on the ratepayers of McKillop to assist them in deepening the black creek in Grey. We do not know what the result will be. Alick Brotherston intends to again embark in peddling. His last venture in the same line of business was not a success, but there is nothing like per- severance. L. O. L. No. 813, McKillop, is increas- ing in membership at a rapid rate and will as usual make a fine display at the coming anniversary. Educational sermons were preached in the Methodist churches in Walton circuit last Sabbath. The funds in connection with this branch of church work are getting larger annually. The funeral of the late Mrs. Woods took place on Sunday week, from the residence of the late Dr. Wood's to Bay- field cemetery. Deceased was the wife of Mr. W. 14. Woods and daughter of Mr. Robt. Morrison, of London. She was aged 40 years.