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The Huron News-Record, 1894-11-07, Page 1• 7 WIalti,a8.-41•50 per Annum. 145 In Advance. E • INDRPRNDBNT IN ALL THINGS—NNUTRAL IN NOV/11NQ A. M, TODD, alInf Or tend ()moor • VOL. XVI p CLINTON. HURON COUNTY, ONT. WEDNESDAY. NOVEMBER 71894 It GOOD VALUES AND__ Reliable Goods THE-- • tido]) Liquor Store bEABF ALBERT ST., - Clinton. SEND TO -DAY. Ladles and Gentlemen. be alive to y our own inter- ' est. There has recently been discovered, and is now for sole by the undersigned, a truly wonderful "Hair Grower" and "Complexion Whitening." This "Hair Grower" will actually grow hair on a bald head in six week.. A gentleman who has no beard can have co thrifty growth in six 'weeks by the use of this 'Wonderful "Hair Grower." It will also prevent the hair from fulling. By the use of this remedy boys raise in excellent moustache in six weeks. Ladies if you want e. surprising head of hair, have It im- mediately by Ow nee of this "Hair Grower." I also sell a "Complexion Whitening" that will in one mooth'e time make you se clear and white as the akin can be made. We never knew a lady or gentianuanqo lute two bottles of thP Whitening for they all aay that be - fere they finished the second bottle they were as white as they would wish to be. After the use of this Whitening, the akin will forever retain its color. It also removes freckles. ete,, etc. The "Hair Grower" i8 50 cents per bottle, and the "Face Whitening" 50 ciente per bottle. Either of these remedies will be sent by mail, postage paid, to any address on receipt of price. Address all mrders to R. RYAN, 350 Gilmour St., Ottawa, Ont. is. El.—We take P. 0. Stamps same as cash, but via- tica ordering by mail will miter a vor by calling $1 worth, as it will require this amount of the solution tom.000mpliell either purpose ; then It will save ua the rush of P. 0. stamps. Town Topics: A MORRIS correspondent says :—Joy Clegg, of Clinton C. L, Sundayed at home. -Mr. Koine, of Clinton, spent a few days With his sister, Mrs. Fraser, last week. WOOD.—As yet offerings have not n plentiful, the ruling price being front $L85 to $2 per cord for choice short hardwood and $3.25 to $3.50 for ong I. 0. G..T. ELECTION.—Clinton Star • Lodge No. 378 elected ' the following officers at their regular ineeting last, Friday evening :—C. T., A. J. Cooper; V. T. Sister L. Washington ; P. C. T., G. W. Rogers; R. S., A. E. Coombes, . B. A.; F. S.,D. Smith ; Treas., Sister 8, Moore; arshall, W. Powell ; Chap- lain, Sister Mrs. Stevens ; Guard, Sister M. Tiplady ; Sentinel, T. Southcombe. The lodge is in a very prosperous con- dition and initiations take place at nearly every meeting. WORTHY OF MENTION.—Mr. Arthu Cook had a valuable colt- an a long southern trip some weeks ago and after returning home the aminal be- came very ill. He called in Mr. B. Tomlinson, and he pronounced the dis- ease "strangles" of the worst form. The affection seemed to have settled in the head and anyone of the hundeeds who seen it would not have taken the animal for its hide. Far weeks the poor beast seemed to have had its best days. Its head and nose and neck were swelled to umentionable size. The lance and other veterinary skill, re- medies and decoctions best known to men of science, have brought the dumb beast again to a perfect state of health and now it is again working as usual. The case is one worthy.of mention. THE GUNPOWDER PLOT.—Through- out the whole country and neighbor- hood celebrations of a most commend- able nature were held by Orangemen last Monday in commemoration of British liberty.. In Clinton the breth- ren, along with their good wives and friends, assembled to the number of about forty at the beautiful 'and hand- some new residence of Mr. D. Cantelon the most lofty elevation in town. A. splendid oyster supper was served by Mrs. Cantelon and ladyfriends about 9 p. w., after which all joined in social conversation and innocent amusement until about 11.30. The evening was well spent and the guests were unani- mous in the verdict that the "C. C. C.", Cantelon's Clinton Castle, was plenty good enough for the enjoyment and protection at all seasons of all loyal people, including kings and queens. THE Gu Y MINSTRELS . —The Guy Brothers great Minstrel conbination occupied the hoards at the Opera House last night and gave a rare perform. anceof the kind. It eclipsed anything in that line given in Ottawa hereto- fore, not even ex-iepting Haverly, Primrose and West or Cleveland. From beginning to end it was enter- taining and just as represented on the fence bills. Guy Brothers are without an equal. There are six of them, along With their father and they are the racist clever black cork artists in min - 'y. They give a show that is full n. It inclndes singing, dancing, gymnastic specialties and instrumental selections of an enjoyable character. To the brothers belting ntore praise . than space will allow. Others who are phenomenons in their specialties are Eddie McDonald, the Adonia statute; Nick Glynn, the inimitable musical comedian and Fred Smith, the baton swinger. Although not booked for to- night the company will remain over and give another performance when they should draw immensely. Tho show is clean throughout and is an ex- teption from all others.—Ottawa Free Press, Sept. 20th. 1 Town Topics. THE WE13LINGS.—The Thunderer, the London (Eng.) Times says:—"They recite and act with marvellous charm and culture, and with a rare delicacy of feeling." THE PORK MARKET.—E. Dinsley last week handled a good number of choice dressed hogs. The market opened at 5i cents and soon fell to 5. This week shows also it lower tendency, five cents per pound being the highest offer. REV. J. H. HECTOR, the "Black linight," will preach next Sunday 'horning in the Rattenbury street Methodist church and in the evening in the Ontario street church. On Mon- day evening he will deliver a lecture in the latter church and on Tuesday even- ing in the former. SOLD OCT.—Messrs. Wilson & Howe, who some time ago bought the Novelty Restaurant from Mr. James Anderson, have disppsed of the bakery and busi- ness to Messrs. 3, McClackerty, jr., and Albert Jackson. The new firm are well-known, popular and reliable young men. CLINTON REQUIRES A PORK FACT- ORY. —For some years THE Mims - Ramon)) has. contended that a porja. factory in Clinton would prove a paying concern if properly managed. We notice that dressed pork is already being marketed here and shipped to outside points to he cured. Then the mired article finds its way back to Clinton business men and.is handled at a profit. With a factory here the freight both ways at least .should be saved. Last week Mr. Parke, of London, was in town viewing the situation and tnay start a pork factory here. There is undoubtedly an open- ing. • A RARE CAPTURE.—The other day Mr. Richard VanEgmond, near Clin- ton, noticed on the rear part of his farm what he thought was a genu- ine wild cat. He drove to town and notified several sports, but none were of the believing class, until veterinary B. Tomlinson was seen. He is an old crack shot and has marked well sever- al wild cats in the past. In less than an hour and a half, with Mr. T's young hound, a monster cat was shot. It just so happened that Fred Argent, who was one of the party, had to "shoot or die", and brought down the ganie after it had been forced to him, although Mr. Tomlinson was the means of bringing it from under cover. It will measure probably five feet from nose to tip of tail and weighed about thirty-five pounds. Mrs. Seale bas consented to place the forest inhabit- ant on mounting.Its mate is said to be in the same neighborhood. WEDDING BELLS.—The marriage of Mi.. Archibald Taylor, merchant of Blyth, and Miss Maggie Taylor, daugh- ter of Rev. J. B. Taylor, of "Ordain," Morris township, took place in St. Andrew's church at 9.30 Tuesday morning. Rev. A. McLean was the officiating clergyman, assisted by Rev. J. B. Taylor, father of the bride. Miss Ena Taylor presided at the organ play- ing the wedding march, and Mr. Charles Taylor acted as usher. The bridesinaid.vas Miss Annie Taylor, of Clinton, sister of the bride, and the maid of honor Miss Bessie Taylor, niece of the bride. The geoom was assisted by his brother, Mr. A. A. Tay- lor, of Hamilton. The bride was dress- ed in white silk—beautifully trimmed bridal veil and orange blossoms, and carried it bouquet of white roses. The bridesmaid was attired in cream with silk lace trinitnings and carried a bou- quet of yellow roses. The maid of honor looked charming in rose ,ink white kid slippers,. gloves and Turaish fez. After the impressive ceremony was over, the invited guests proceeded to the residence of the bride's parents where a sumptuous breakfast was ser- ve& after which the bridal partyleft • under showers of rice and good wishes for Clinton where they took the train for points south and east. The bride was the recipient of many beautiful presents. —B ly tit Standard MISS MCHARDY'S CLASS CONCERT.— We regret very mu -ch to say that the concert on Friday evening did not re- ceive that liberal local patronage cir- cumstances warranted in expecting. However, the small audience was ap- nreciative and the programme was faithfully carried :out. The outside talent, Miss Kleiser, Mr. Harveyand Mr . Sturrock, fully sustained. their re- putation, while Miss Malardy's pupils gave excellent proof of good -tratning. The programme was as follows :—Over- ture, "I Montecchi e Capulet," Misses McMurray and Couch; comic song, "Pat Maloney,"Mr. Bert Harvey; piano Solo, "Nocturne et Valse," Miss Couch ; solo, "The Deathless Army," Mr. Al- fred Sturrock ; piano duet, "Danse Espagnolei" Misses Doherty ; solo, "The Fairies Dolores," Miss Lilli Kleiser; piano solo, "Menuet," Miss Lena Doherty; comic song, "Strolling round the Town," Mr. Harvey ; piano Duet, "Les Dames des Seville," Misses Ferran and Wiseman ; duet, "I Feel Thy Angel Spirit Near," Miss Kleiser and Mr. Sturrock ; piano solo, "Deuxi- eme Mazurka," Miss McMurray ; piano duet, "Valse Caprice," Misses Irwin and McCorvie ; solo, "Hungarian," Love Song, Me. Sturrock ; piano solo, "L'invitatton a la Danse,' Miss L. Irwin ; comic song "Dancing Mad," Mr. Harvey; piano solo, "Andante and Itondo;Capricctoso," Miss Brawn ; solo, "Harris Japanese Lullaby,"'Miss Kleiser; comic song, "Selected," Mr. Harvey ; Miss McHardy, accom- paniste ; God save the Queen. Conductor Robert Stanley, who ran between Windsor and London, on the G. T. R., has received notice that his services are no longer required, but was given no reason for his dismissal. • DIOCESE OF HURON. A CONVENTION OF LAY WORKERS AT BRANTFoRD—THE OFFICERS ELECTED. , The convention of the lay workers of the Diocese of Huron at Brantford has elected the following officers :—Presi- dent, the Right Rev. the Bishop, ex - officio; First 'Vice -President, the very Rev. Dean Innes, ex -officio ; Second Vice -President, Charles Jenkins, Petro - lea ; Chairman Committee of Manage- ment, A. H. Dymond, Brantford; Sec- retary -Treasurer, J. M. McWhinney,. London ; Committee, Brant, A. K. Bunnell, Brantford ; Bruce, Richard Rivers, Walkerton ; Elgin, W. Scar- lett, St. Thomas; Essex, Jasper Golden. Kingsville ; Grey, John Robinson, Owen Sound ; Huron, Hy. Dennis Brus- sels ; Kent, Thomas Burnside, Both- well ; Lambton, J. B. Dale. Wyoming ; Middlesex, Chancellor Cronyn, Lon- don ; Norfolk, J. D. Christie, Sitncoe ; Oxford, A. Dent, Woodstock • Perth, S. R. Hesson, Stratford ; Waterloo, Jas. Woods, Galt. Thelsessions were all characterized by large attendances and bright addresses, with lively dis- cussions. Those giving papers were J. C. Morgan, M. -A. public school in- spectoi., Barrie ; A. W. Reaveley, B. A., Thorold; L. Baldwin, Toronto ; N. F. Davidson, Miss J. Osier, Toronto; Rev. H. A. Thomas, Rev. A. Brown, Paris ; Miss L. Downie, Watford; Rev. D. Wil- liams, Stratford ; Miss G. Denison, Toronto ; Rev. F. DuVernet, Kingston, and Rev. Commander Roberts, R. N. Hamilton. His Lordship the Bishop of Huron delivered addresses at all ses- sions. • G oderich, The steamer Monarch was in port last Wednesday and loaded freight for Port Arthur. Mr. Jno. and Miss Doyle were pas- sengers on the Monarch for Sault Ste. Marie. Quite a number of Goderich Tem- plars journeyed to Clinton on Thurs- day evening. The staff of life was teduced to four cents the 2 ib loaf on Thursday, and as it was not expected it was a great and pleasant surprise. Bread having had a fall, milk must necessarily keep up with the proces- sion, hence on thesame day Im' ie's milk wagon, horse and cans all had a fall into the drain on Elgin street. The animal was only walking; had it been on the trot„ the accident might have had more serious consequences; as it was the horse was seriously•injured. Rev. Mr. Griffin conducted the usual services in counection with St. George's last Sunday. The steamer Myles with a cargo of wheat for the Big Mill arrived in har- bor from Port Arthurduring Thursday night. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was administered in Knox Church last Sunday morning. Owners have coinmenced to . move their boat houses from the river loca- tion, a sure sign that winter is nigh. The Wehling sisters will appear in the -Geand to -morrow. Thursday, eve- ning. C. Humber and son have moved into McLean's block, 2nd door from King- ston street. The stores occupied by B. MacCor- mac and the Misses Yates have been improved with new plate fronts. Regular meeting of Maitland lodge No. 33, A. F. and A. M., next Tuesday evenit.g. Regular meeting of Huron Encamp- ment No. 28, I. O.O. F., next Monday evening. The Goderich Athletic club is gain- ing in nuinbers, it sure evidence of popularity. Last, week we were privi- leged to witness a practice, and from the evident capacity of its instructor, Mr. R. W. Logan, the excellent order and general smartness and supleness of the whole class, we should judge that the club is second to none in the Dominion.' The steamer Jones arrived frorn Wiarton on Sunday and has taken up her winter berth. Barrister Scott, of Clinton, was in the circular town on Friday. The fishing tug Clucas, Captain Mal- colm McDonald, arrived in harbor on Sunday froin Tobermoray, where she had been fishing the past season. Mr. Wm. Saunders, who had been fishing from South Bay the past sum- mer, sailed into port on Sunday. The fishing tug Sea Gull, Captain Dan McKay, reached Goderich from her summer station, South Bay, on Sunday. The, fishing tug Sea Queen, Captain Norinan McDonald, steamed into port on Sunday from Club Island, from which place she fished during '94. News from the Goderich hunting party is to the effect -that sportsmen are more plentiful than deer, and that at their location as many as forty hunters meet together for the evening meal. The St. George's branch of the mis- sionary society met in the school room on Monday afternoon. St. George's Guild held its regular meeting yesterday evening. Great preparations are being made for the Goderich Base Ball Club's annual ball. • •••••••••••••-*. Last week 120,009 barrels of apples reached England from America. Cana- dian apples wore much in evidence and brought good prices. At Brockville the other day George Brewster, a married man, pleaded ;pay of indecent assault, and was sentenced to eight, months in the Cen- tral prison at hard labor, and to receive 40 lashes. Stanley Death has again visited our com- munity and carried away one who had only nicely entered on life's journe). After a brief illness the infant daughter of Mr. land Mrs. John Concit of Hills Green expired on Saturday and was burled last Monday in the Hayfield cemetery. The funeral service was held in their home, being conducted by the Rev. ,Tarnes Walker and was, though that of a child, laygely attend- ed. The family have the sympathies of the entire neighborhood in their sorrow. The Methodist quarterly meeting was held in Varna last Sabbath. Although the roads were sloppy and the weather threatening the attend- ance was large and a most interesting and profitable service enjoyed. Most of the congregation remained for the Love Feast and Sacramental services which were attended with a gracious devine inflnence. The quarterlyBoard of the circuit met in Varna last Mon- day. The meeting was well attended and was a very pleasent and harmon- ious one, the finances being in satis- factory form. The following are the •Stewards appointed for the year:— James 'Mcelyinont, Record; William Rathwell, Edward Johnson, J. J. Keys, George Brock and Joseph Robinson, ' The Orangemen of Varna celebrated the 5th of Nov. by having an oyster supper at the home of Mr. John Reid on the Hayfield road. They are report- ed to have had a very pleasent and enjoyable time. Dungannon. The many friends of Mr. 11. Duff deeply sympathize with him in the loss of his house and part of contents by fire last week. Tnough there was in- surance, it is tough to he turned out of shelter on the eve of frost and snow. Mrs. Duff and youngest child were absent, on a visit to friends at Lake - field, near Peterbot'o'. The Church of England has been c osed for two Sabbaths past, under- ing repairs. The pastor, Mr. Jeanes, fs preached in Goderich on one or tri Sabbaths during the time. 4.; Du% teacher at Crewe, -leaves at Pristina, having secured a school at Cheapside, in the vicinity of Jarvis, Haldintand Co. Mrs. .Cuyler, returned missionary, gave a very interesting sketch of her labors among the Indians on the Paci- fic coast in the Methodist Church last Frilay evening. Mrs. S. J. Pentland occupied the chair. R. Black, of the employ of Mr. W. G. Girvin, tailor, is on a week's holi- day. Mr. Barber, Sr., has been suffering for some time from a heart affection, but is better at present. Hallowe'en past off quietly, partly owing to the rainy night. Would it not, be better for parents to control their children and not allow them out, engaging, as they often do, in doubt- ful and wicked pranks. Quarterly meeting was held in the Methodist Church last Sabbath, with a good attendance: The choir of that church expect to go to the tea -meeting in the Presbyterian Church, Port Albert, on the 13th inst. Mrs. W. Martin, who has been visit- ing friends in Lucknow, returned home a few days ago. ' Mr. •Gay, one of our active builders, is engaged in erecting a house on Mr. John Mallough's place, 2nd concession, west: J. H. Medd, V. S., has moved his stable and is erecting a new one on the old site. John smiles broadly over the arrival of a young son. Ashfield. Mrs. Mitchell, of Goderich, has been the guest of Mrs. James Cousins the past week. Miss Maggie Black, whb has been very ill, is rapidly recovering. • Mr. John Mallough, of Lucknow, is erecting a new frame house on his farm on the 2nd con -Mr. Gay, of Dungan- non, has the contract. Miss Maggie Clarkson is away on a visit to her sister's, Mrs. Symonds, of Saltford. PROMOTION AND REVIEW EXAMINA- TION.—The following is the result of the half yearly promotion examination held in S. S. No. 17, Ashfield. The names are given in order. of marks taken :-3rd to 4th—Maggie Barkley, George Pentland, Willie Kerr. Jr. 3rd to Sr. 3rd—Agnes Johnston, Herbert Pentland, Maggie McWhinney, Clar- ence Graham. 2nd to 3rd —Albert Rut- ledge, Gertie Carnolius, Annie Lewis, Harry Lewis, Charles Carey. Ebenezer. Henry Wilson, who has been away in Manitoba for the last few months, has returned to his home at Saratoga mills. Most of the farmers of this neighbor - hoed are busily engaged taking up their roots, but they have been fre- quently delayed by rainy weather. Mrs. Thos. Rutledge, who has been living in Ashfield township for the past summer, on Saturday last return- ed to her home on the boundary line. There was no service in the Ebenezer church last Sabbath on account of quarterly meeting being held at the Nile. We deem it a pleasure to inform the West Wawauosh correspondent of J. Taylor's trip to the Alps. Would the W. W. correspondent kindly excuse us for not mentioning this for as it has been a frequent haunt] of his for con- siderable time in the past, we avoid- ably left it uncbronicled. FIDELITER. WHOLE NO.834 Myth. On Thursday evening next the Beaui- deal comyany intend giving one of their concerts in Industry hall, under the auspices of the Epworth League of the Methodist Church'. We understand that one of • our butchers, Mr. John Barr, has sold out his business in this village to a Mr. Clark. One of our young tailors, Ben Quinn, is seriously indisposed at present. Owing to Industry hall being ocqupi- ed on Monday evening our town daddies did not hold their regular monthly meeting. Mr. J. B. Kelly was visiting the Queen City last week. Holy communion was administered in Trinity Church on Sunday morning. Mr. Thomas Tamin has moved into his new residence on Hamilton Avenue. Rev. Mr. Riley, of Brussels, will offi- ciate in Trinity church on Sunday next, both morning and evening. Divine service will be held in Trinity church on Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock. After the service the annual Sunday school teachers meeting will be held. The anniversary of Gunpowder Plot was celebrated by the Orangemen and friends of this town by holding a tea - meeting in their hall. Afterwards they adjourned to Industry hall, where speeches were delivered by Revs. Hig- ley, Buggin and others. A fine pro- gramme of vocal and instrumental music was given at intervals by local talent. Holmesville. Mrs. Eniticknap, of Drumbo, former- lyof this village, is visiting among friends here. Mr. Fred. Elford left here last Wed- nesday for Guelph. It is reported he has gone there to qualify himself for a position in the prc.posed cheese factory. The court of revision was held here on Tuesday of last week. Several names were added to the voters' ,list, so it is said. judge Toms presided. Mr.John Holdesworth, teacher in Haysville, who intended to attend the Clinton Collegiate next year, has we learn been offered an increase of salary and has therefore decided to remain in his school for another year. A public entertainment of the R. T. of T. is to be held here on the 30th inst. It is the intention of the com- mittee . to secure the services of Mr. Brewer, banker of Clinton, who will illustrate his lecture with his celebrated stereopticon views. An interesting time is expected. We are glad to learn that the Rev. W. H. Deihl is to remain in his present charge until Christmas, if not longer. Mr. Deihl has deservedly won the respect of not only his own charge, but of the community at large. The quarterly services of the Metho- dist church were held here On Sunday and Monday last and were largely attended. Londesboro. William L. Brunsdon arrived home from Manitoba on Friday night. He brought a car load of cattle with him. George Williams -went to Wingham on the Monday evening train to attend a dinner given by the Otangeman of that town. Mrs. Wilken presented her liege lord with a young daughter on Wed- nesday night. Miss Gertie Young, who has been visiting at Dr. Young's, returned to her home in Clinton last Thursday. Mr. John Day, brother to William Day, arrived here from Cornwall last week. Mr. Day came out from Eng- land this summer. He will remain here this winter. Fred Younhlut had a bee on Friday last to shingle his house. • William Brumbley, a little east of the village, has had his house newly sided. Thos. Adams is not coming home as was reported a short time since. He will remain in Manitoba this winter. The trustees of S. S. No. 8, have en- gaged a new assistant teacher in place of Miss Turnbull, who leaves at Christ- mas. Rev. T. E. atia'Mrs. Higley, of Blyth, were visiting here on Friday atter- noon. Thomas Cole has leased Mr. Mc- Clacharty's farm on the 13th con. for a term of 7 years. He takes possession in the spring. Hallow'een was pretty quiet here. A few gates were removed and that was all. Quite a number from here will at- tend the opening of the new Metho- dist Church in Kinburn to -morrow. There was no meeting of the I. 0. G. T. Lodge.last week, owing to the heavy', ram. Regular meeting of Court 'Pride of the West No. 31, C. 0. F., on Friday night. The box social at the Methodiat par- sonage on Thursday evening was well attended and all enjoyed themselves thoroughly. About p Was realized There was quarterly meeting in the Methodist church on Sunday. The usual services were held in the Presbyterian Church last Sunday. The Sons of England Lodge meeting on Friday night was well attended. A large amount of business wa trans- acted. At the close of the R. R. meet- ing a degree meeting was held when two brothers were advanced to the W. R. degree. Canadian vessels caught 95,018 seals in Behring sea this season. Thi is said to be the largest catch on record. $ llullett. ScnooL REPORT.—The Following is the school report of section No. 2, Hullett, for the month. of October. The names are given in order of merit, based upon diligence, punetualjty and proficiency :-4 Sr.—John Snell. 4 Jr. —Wesley Shobbrook, Annie Noble, Lizzie Churchill, 3 Sr.—Robert King, Archie Weir, William Brown. 3 Jr.— Wreatha Snell, Maud Porter, Hattie Bullen. 2 Sr.—Eva Brown, •Percy East. 2 Jr.—Thomas • East, Randy Churchill, Samuel East. lst.—Eva Miller, Clara Biggin, Flossie Noble. . Summerh111. • We've taken stock at the P. 0. Store The result has made us smile We're selling our goods from ceiling to floor At prices that will make you smile. Messrs. Beacom have blocked the ends and, rear of G. M. Kilty's resid- ence and :store. It adds much to its appearance. Mr. Joseph Rapson now wears a very becoming paternal smile. Its a boy. Mrs. Samuel and son Mr. Wm. Lowet'y spent a few pleasant days at Mr. Montgomery's near Wingham, re- turning on Wednesday the3lst ult. The boys in this vicinity behaved themselves admirably on halloweve. There was no mischief of any kind done near here that we are aware of. We are always pleased to note ire- po vemen t. A number of geese were found in ovens in this vicinity on halloweve. When discovered they were complete- ly roasted. A jury waaselected in each case, of all ages, sees' and sizes, and each, after dissection of the remains, gave a unaniatious verdict as above. • Goderich Township. Dr. Shaw, I. Rattenbury, Robt. Doan and James Fair, Jr., all of Clin- ton, spent hallovr'iten at the comfort- able residence of -Mr. John Beacom, Hayfield Line. There will be a public meeting in the hall at Tiohnesville next Thursday week at 7.30 o'clock in the evening to discuss the advisability of organizing a cheese company and starting a factory. A competent cheese -maker will address the meeting. Mrs. J. G. Steep has returned to her home. Mr. and Mrs. E. Glenn's horse ran away near Middetdn's last Wednesday and the buggy collided with a tree and was badly smashed. Mr. Glenn escap- ed injury, while the lady came off with a sprained wrist. Mr. Middletton loaned them a horse and buggy and they proceeded to their home in Stan- ley. The Gunpowder Plot was right loyal- ly celebrated in the township last Mon- day by the Orangemen and their friends. McKillop. One day last week as Mr. Arthur Forbes, of Seaforth, was delivering apple trees on the 9th concession of -. McKillop, he left his team on the road side while he went into a house. Something startled the horses and they ran off. They overtook two young men, sons of Mr. Louis Hoegy, who were driving along the road with a horse and cart. The men did not notice the runaway horses until they were almost upon them. The cart and horse were capsized and the men thrown out, but fortunately no damage was done further than badly damaging the vehicle. Mr. Forbes' team ran for about two miles, when they were captured by Mr. James Lacey. The tongue of the wagon was broken and the horses were somewhat cut, but not seriously injured. ATTEMPTED SUICIDE.—An old lady named Alexandet• made a desperate attempt to commit suicide last week. She had been staying for some time at the residence of Mr. James Hays, 6th concession, McKillop. On Wednesday night, having retired as usual, un- known to any of the Members of the family, she got up and lef• the house. In the morning, as soon as she was miss- ed, a vigorous search mas instituted for her, but was fruitless, until Friday forenoon, when Mr. George Dickson and some others found her in Mr. McMichael's woods, some considerable distance from Mr. Hays' place. She was lying•,under the shelter of the roots of an upturned tree, and her face and person were partly covered by leaves. It was thought at, first that she was dead ; a closer inspection, however, revealed the fact that she was still living, and it was also found that there was a cut clear across her throat from which blood was freely oozing. She was taken up and convey.. ed to Mr. Hays' residence and medical aid, prosured. It was learned that the Wound in the neck was not deep enough toprove fatal, and that she was suffering mainly from exposure and loss of blood. Every possible attention that kind hearts could suggest has been given her by Mr. Hays' family, and she is recovering as speedily as possible. She is said to be about 80 years of age, 'and it is suppos- ed she wandered away and committed the rash act while temporarily insane. She was very lightly dressed when she went away, and as she was ont two nights it is a wonder that, the exposure did not prove fatal. The knife witti which the wound was inflicted was found where she had been. lying. It is a knife that she had carried for some time, and it is now remembered that she was seen sharpen- ing it a day or two before she strayed away. If this is the case, no doubt she had the taking of her own life in her mind for some time. The case is a very Sad one and locks as if the old lady will need to be very closely looked after, as her mind being turned in this direction, there is little doubt but she will try the same thing again should she recover from this attaipt, and an opportunity offers. •