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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton New Era, 1895-05-10, Page 1r CL1NTON' NEW ERA. ROBERT HOLMES, Editor and Yroprletor Men's Cool Summer Coats and Vests We have just opened a line of Men's light weight Coats and Vests. They are of German manufacture, neatly finished and well made from flannels, cords and fine silk mixtures, and are away ahead of ordinary ready made goods of this kind. It will afford us pleasure to show these new lines ev- en if you do not wish to purchase now We ask $1.25 for a single Coat of light material, then $2.75 f a good Flannel Coat and Vest, with pearl buttons, then $3.75, $4.75 and &I for Coat and Vest of the Cords and silk mixture. Cash and One Price :gill JE! CLINTON Exeter INCENDIARY FIRE.—About 3 o'clock Monday morning fire was discovered in the office and store -house of Mr.J. P. Ross. general store, of this -place. ----'4—The Warm -was -given, anslT,the f ri gagadde were soon on hand, and poured in two streams, which kept the fire con- fined .to the inside pf the . building,.. which was not 'damaged much. The stock was badly damaged. The loss will be heavy, but it is pretty well cov- ered by the insurance. The place was evidently set on fire, as there were a lot of rags and brooms sarurated with oil spread all around the store, and some barrels of coal oil in the store room,but the oil in -the barrels did not ignite. West Wawanosh. SAD AFFAIR.—A very sad affair oc- curred on Sunday last a few miles south of Teeswater, whereby a most estimable young man of this township lost his life. Mr Reid Smith, son of Mr Cornelius Smith, of the -1 th con., who 'has been teaching schoo at Cul - rose, went in bathingwith a pie of his companions, and is supposed to have taken cramps and sank, as he was a good swimmer. One of his companions recovered the body after it had been in the water only a feweninutes, but life was entirely extinct. Mr Smith was about 22 years of age, and former• ly taught in S.S. No. 3, -W.Wawanosh. This is a very sndden and sad blow to his parents, brothers and sister, who have the heartfelt sympathy of a large circle of friends. The remains were followed bya large concourse of friends from his fther's residence to Bethel cemetery on Tuesday morning, 7th inst., the services being conducted by Rev W. T. Hall, who has been occupy- ing the Presbyterian pulpit for the past three Sabbaths. NOTES.—A. E. Wetherell, teacher of S. S. No. 2, has purchased a bicycle. Chas. Brown, of Blyth, was visiting at Mr Bruce's last week. Chas. Washing- ton was in Goderich last Sunday. Jas. Medd, of Dungannon, was visiting friends in East Wawanosh last week. Mr and Mrs E. Phillips, of White- church, were'the guests of his parents one day recently. Rev T. E. and Mrs Higley were calling on friends last week. James Johnston was visiting friends in Goderich township one day recently. Miss Ellison, of Morris, is at present engaged with Mr McIntyre. Mr Jarpes Bruce lost two of hie best. cows last week. Stephen Medd sold a good young horse to a gentlemen from Ashfield last week. A number of good export (Attie wer a delivered to Watson k Emigh last week. Having got his sa,w mill renovated, by way of ma- chinery, et,c., C. Willard, painter, is busily engaged at present, painting A. McCale's house. Bayfield. A HANDSOME PRESENT.—Mr Thos. Jowett received a handsome present from his son-in-law, Dr. Wright, of Tottenham, the other day, in the shape of a very handsome covered carriage. Mr Jowett says it is not only a gift which he can appreciate, but one which he will endeavor to fully enjoy.. CouNcu.. The council met on Mon- day evening in the town hall pursuant to adjournment. The Reeve was or- dered to grant an order to Jas. Don- aldson, jr., for his contract of mount- ing the cannon, when he obtains a certificate from Capt. Jackson that his contract is finished. ,Jas. Whitten was appointed Sanitary Inspector kr the vi lntre for the year 1895. Council acijonrued to meet on May 27th at 10 o'clock as a Court of Revision. I -I. J s wIN, Clerk. CLINTON, ONT., MAY 10, 1895. I AROUND THE }TUB. What wide-awake and reliable correspondents find worthy of recording for publication + � ungannon INSURANCE MATTERS. — At the monthly meeting of the West Wawa - nosh Insurance Company, on Tuesday last, two claims were amicably adjust- , ed. Mr Thos. Lind, of East Wawa - nosh, whose house was recently de- stroyed by fire, was allowed the full amount of insurance, $400, and $20 on the contents. Mr W. Cameron, of West Wawanosh, was allowed $100 for his house, recently destroyed, and $200 on the contents. Auburn. NOTES.—Mr Robt. Webb, of Londes- boro, preached to a large congregation a very excellent sermon, on Sunda evening, in the Methodist church. We are about to have three public services in full blast every Sabbath evening in this village. Mutterings of the Mill- enium. CHURCH MATTERS.—The Quarterly Meeting of the Methodist church of this circuit was held at Donnybrook, Sunday, May 5th. The church was crowded, and the service was full of divine inspiration. Mr Baugh, the pastor, discoursed on the subject, trhe Holy Spirit as the Saviour of the man, and as the supreme all -essential motor power of the church." It was a time of heart searching, and of deep humili- ation. A large number partook of the holy sacrament. On Monday after- noon a full board met at the above place, to close up the finances of the circuit for the present conference year. The connexional fends were found to be in a healthy condition. The mem- bership has increased, fifty had been received by letter and on trial, increase 24, making 335 members in good stand- ing on the circuit. The salary was well up, and what deficiency there was will be met in a short time, the board very willingly and unanimously shoul- dering all responsibility, and declaring a clean sheet. The circuit has peace and prosperity. Hullett LIME.—If you want good first class lime for the small price of 15c a bushel come to Hog's Back lime kilo or delivered for 18cts. HENRY LIVERMORE, Londesboro. RENTED.—Mr W. Snell has rented for this season, the Brownlee farm, on the gravel road; he intends simply to use it for pasture. RELIC.—The other qday Mr Heit Livermore picked up an old india . relic in the shape of a stone tomahawk. It is well preserved and a good speci- men of the skill of the earliest inhabi- tants of the country. le---Nosess.—Wesare--glad to- hear- that- Miss hatMiss Mabel Sundercock,w,ho has been sick, is now recovering. Mr Jas. War- wick, of London, attended, the funeral_ of the late Mrs Farnham, last week. AOCIDENT.—The other day the break- ing of a plank scaffold on the dredge gave a couple of the workmen a free and easy wash in the river. Mr Cham- bers finds the river very hard, but is determined not to be beaten and has secured a quantity of dynamite so that if the dredge will not loosen the soil, something else will. NOTES.—Two of the largest turtles ever seen here were captured in the river on Saturday, near where the dredge is at work. The dredge makes the river so dirty that farmers are not able to wash their sheep clean, but while this is a little drawback, the ad- vantage of the work the dredge is do- ing is so great as to much offset the other. Court of Revision will be held at Londesboro on Monday, May 27th. DEATH.—It becomes our painful duty to chronicle the death of one of the residents of this vicinity. We refer to the death of Mrs Farnham, which oc- curred on April 30th. Her life, for some time past, bas been one of suffer- ing, which she bore without murmur- ing. The funeral of the deceased, on Thursday, bore testimony to the esteem in which she was held by the surround- ing neighborhood. She leaves behind her one son and two daughters to mourn her loss. SCHOOL REPORT.—The following is the report of S.S.No. 4, for April. The report is based on the regularity, con- duct and diligence of the pupils, and are placed in order of merit:—Sr. 4th— M. Hunter, R. Morrison, M. Sunder - cock. Jr. 4th—E. Stewart, R. Wey- mouth, A. McVittie. Jr. 3rd — A. Leitch, C. Stewart, C. Livermore. 2nd —K. Seales, W. Sundercock, J. Fergu- son. Part 2—G. Leitch, G. McVittie, M. Adams. Sr. part 1—M. Stewart, E. Seales, M. Brumbly. Jr. part 1—B. Bembridge, T. Adams, W. Sharpe. R. C. RICHARDS, Teacher. Kippen CHURCH.—The Quarterly Meeting of the Kippen circuit was held in the Kippen church, on May 5th. The con- gregation was good, the whole circuit being well represented, and a good in- terest was manifested in the fellowship meeting. The business meeting was held on the Monday following. There was a large number of the members of the board present; a good spirit pre- vailed at the meeting. The finances are a little behind, but will all be made up. The present pastor was invited to remain the third year. John Jones was appointed delegate to the district meeting, Stanley NOTES.—Mrs D. McEwen returned last Wednesday from her visit to her brother-in-law, Mr Day. Walks; Mr Walks had a severe attack of inflam- rnatiolr and pleurisy, when Mrs Mc- Ewen left, he, though still weak, was considered out of danger. Mr Neil ; McGregor s re re -shingling g his dwelling house; he is putting on British Colum- bia Cedar. Mr Dan Ross is still in I)e- t.roit; at last advices he was doing well. ('olds are very prevalent here at pres- ent and many are considerably indis- posed; Mr John Gilmour, though now recovering, was confined to the house for a few days. Holmesville. The Great Bankrupt Salo has commenced In Holmesvllle. The crowd is gathering. First come first served. The best, bargains will soon begone. North Store.—T. O. PICK ARD. UONTRACT.—The contract for the building of the new wire fence around the cheese factory was awarded last Saturdisyoto Russell Forster. The fact- ory is nearing completion, and it is thought that everything will be in running order by a week from next Monday. PATRONS.—At the last meeting of Holrnesville Patron Association Mr Elford threw out some good practical ideas on grass seed sowing. Mr John McCartney summed up the Patron at- titude in the Local House daring the session, and expressed the opinion that, taking all things into considera- tion, their attitude was a good one, but he was surprised that while both Grits and Tories admitted the Patron platform to he a good one, neither had supported it in the House, An open meeting of the Association will be held here on Thursday,16th inst., when ad- dresses will be divered by D. A. For- rester and James Connolly, on temper- ance, prohibition, Provincial rights, etc. The entertainment will be en- livened by music, songs, etc. All are cordially invited. NnTEs.—Mr B. Forster's saw mill naf jowly escaped being burned one day last week, a spark igniting in the roof. Preparations are being made for the building of the bridge over the Maitland here. R. T. of T. council next Monday night. Lu Proctor lost a valuable horse the other day. Mr Dan McGinnis paid a short visit to the village on Saturday last. Misses Ham- ilton and McRae paid a flying visit in the village last Sunday. A number of Mr J. L. Courtice's friends met do Wednesday afternoon to assist in the building of the new store. Rev. and Mrs Fear and Mr and Mrs Geo. Teb- butt attended the marriage of Miss Lena Nesbitt to Mr Kerr, of Owen Sound, on Wednesday. Don't forget to come and hear the Ball family jubi- lee singers on the Queen's birthday; they are good. Miss Alice Potter is visiting her sister, Mrs G. Huller. CHURCH.—As Rev. J. W. Holmes, through sickness, was unable to take the preparatory services here last Fri- day night, Rev. W. Smyth officiated in his stead; after taking as his text Luke 9, 28-35, he pictured very vividly and drew many practical lessons from the scene of the Transfiguration. The quarterly service on Sunday morning was well attended, when the pastor revealed from Matt. 27, 48, the suffer- ing of Christ on the cross, after which a large number partook of the sacra- ment. The Epworth League meeting on Monday night was particularly well attended; Wille debate "Resolved that ill -temper is more destructive of hap- piness than intemperance," resulted rn a tie. The quarterly board met on Friday evening; Edward Acheson was elected on first ballot to attend District meeting and Conference; W. McRoberts was granted license as lo- cal preacher, while all the others were continued as such. On account of a deficiency in the finances an adjourn- ed meeting was called for Wednesday, May 15th, at 7 p.m. At the Woman's missionary meeting, on Wednesday, Mrs Elford was elected as delegate to District meeting at Hensall on the 16th inst. Tuckersm ith. SOLD.—Mr G. Turner has sold his Allen Wilkes colt to Mr Jos. (Copp of Clinton. at a good figure; it is a likely looking colt and will make a fine driv- er. A number of the farmers of this vicinity delivered their fat cattle to Messrs McGregor and Hunter, who shipped a large number to the old country this week. NOTES.—Seeding (excepting peas) is now finished in this neighborhood. A number of the farmers here have pur- chased force pumps for the purpose of spraying their fruit trees. Those days which might well be called "melan- choly days of spring," namely house cleaning time is now apparently near- ly over; the lawns and orchards of our country residences are no longer cov- ered with furniture of every kind, the hedges and fences are no longer adorn- ed with carpets, mats, etc., and again the windows, which a short time ago looked so ghastly, are now curtained as they used to he; those tired paces are nowhere to be seen, cold dinners are a thing of the past, and while the fair sex boast that they have finished house cleaning, the sterner sex are no less proud to say we have finished seeding. East Wawanosh. NOTES.—Mr James Henry, of Mar- noch, is still very low, and there is not mach b.opes of his recovery. Mrs Fen- wick is still very sick, but sorne hopes are entertained of her ultimate recov- ery. Mr Chas. Wilghtman has a slight attack of diphtheria, but expects soon to be around again. An Arabian ped- dler was held up by a tramp disguised with a wig and false whiskere, on Monday, near Westfield church, but managed to escppe; the affair has caused quite a sensation in the neigh- borhood A team of horses belonging to T. H. Taylor, jr., ran away last Sat- urday, but did not do much harm be- yond giving the boys a severe shaking and scare. Mrs A. Scott was the re- ceipent of a substantial present on Wednesday evening from the congre- gation of Knox church, Belgrave, where she was formerly organist. Mr John Campbell's new house is making rapid progress ander the steady work of Thos. Scandrett. Colborne NOTES.— Miss Minnie Ross is improv- ing very fast from a week's illness. The Ladies Aid Societyr~of Bethel in- tend having an ire cream vociat on the evening of May 24th, in Gledhill's hall, at Beryline!: a very suitable program l tieing prepared; come one, come all. and enjoy a good time. toderich Township NOTES.—Mr A. Badour, of the Mait- land, sold a couple of horses last week —one to W. Robinson, and the other to a Hullett farmer—both at good prices. Court of Revision will be held on the 27th of May. Mr Arthur Can- telon has (Reposed of a house and lot owned by him in Wingham, to Mr J. McGavin at a good figure. WEDDING. — An interesting and ppaetty event took place at the home of Mr Christopher Nesbitt, 16th con. Gode- rich township, on Wednesday after- noon last, in the marriage of his eldest daughter, Miss Helena, to Mr Harvey J. Kerr, of Thornbury. The bride was dressedzin cream cashmere, and after the ceremony had been performed by Rev. E. A. Fear, all sat down to a sub- stantial wedding dinner. hiss Nesbitt is an exceedingly estimable young lady, and while she carries away the blessing and best wishes of her many friends, regret is felt at her removal from our midst. The young couple left on the 2.25 train for Toronto and their future home, DEATT3.—Perhaps about the first set- tler of Goderich township passed away on Tuesday, in the death of Mr An- thony Elliott, of the 7th con. Deceased had reached the age of 83 years and 6 months. He was horn in the county of Fermanagh, Ireland, and came to Huron in 1833, settling on the'lot°on which he has ever since resided. He was a life-long Orangeman, being pos- sibly one of the oldest in Canada. A Methodist in religion and an ardent supporter of the Dominion governfhmt He was a brother-in-law of Mr George Hanley, Clinton, and leaves a family of two sons and three daughters. The funeral took place to Bayfield cemetery yesterday, the very large number pre- sent testifying to the esteem in which he was held. Blyth A groat many dealers are out of most of the following lines but we have them:— Dutch set onions per lb . , .. $ 05 Potato onions 2 lbs for 05 Rod Clover best quality per bush 60 lbs 6 50 Best Timothy .... per bush 48 lbs 3 50 Choice Alsike per bush 60 lbs 5 75 Long Red Mangel Seed per Ib .. • . 20 Swede Turnip Seed .... per lb 20 Red Salmon ..... .. „ per can ' 10 Butter Tubs . .. , each 27 Four packages Corn starch .. - .. .... 25 Butter and eggs taken. No credit. • M. JESSOP & CO. NOTES.—Miss Curtis returned from Wingham last week, where she had been visiting. Tennis is being freely indulged in, the first game,of thesea- son took place on the club lawn on Thursday evening last; the reputation of this club has gone abroad. A land mark was removed a short time ago. when the old log house on the proper- ty of Mire Porter, at the south end of the- .town, was taken down, thereby improving the property. Quarterly services were held in the Methodist church.cn.Sunda -.morning.. Rev. W. F. Tiernay, of Gloucester, England, brother of Mr J. B. Tiernay, arrived in town on Thursday evening to make a short visit with friends; he was ac- companied by Mr W. L. Chadlom, also of England, whose intention it is to remain in this country for some time. Miss Fisher, Wingham, was the guest of Miss Chamberlain on Monday. Mr Wm. James spent Sunday with his friends in Wingham. Mr T. B. Levis, late of the Standard. staff, has secured a situation in Burke's Falls, and left for that place on Monday morning. Mr J. H. Taman, Gorrie, Sunda ed in town with friends. Mr John Wilford is building an addition to his house; Messes Howard & on have the con- tract. Mr W. F. Tiernay, England, will conduct service in Trinity church on Sunday niorning. Mr B. Gidley, Exeter, is spending a few days in town this week. Mr J. W. Dennis, Buffalo, N.Y., it is announced; will lecture in the Temperance hall on Thursday ev- ening, subject "Spiritualism of the Bible." Mr W,W.SIoan,Toronto, has been visiting in town this week. Mr J. McMur'chie has been detained in Clinton this week, owing to the very serious illness of his father. it is said that in the case of C. Hamilton, as as- signee, against Messrs W and H. Kelly, judgment has been given for $1757. Mrs Belfrey, son and daughter left on Monday fofillIontreal to join Mr Belfrey, where they will in future re- side. Mr F. W. Tanner and family removed to St. Thomas on Tuesday, he having secured a position there; Mr and Mrs Tanner will be much missed in musical and social circles here. Miss Powell is a guest itt the residence of her brother, Mr Geo. Powell, this week. Messrs Watson & Emigh have heen shipping extensively of late, three car loads of cattle having left for Montreal on Monday. Mr Powell has been improving his property, on Ainsley St. west, by the erection of a neat fence. Mr M. C. Smith was sud- denly summoned to Berlin, on Tues- day morning, owing to the sudden de- mise of his mother, in which he has much sympathy. Mr W. Bentley left on Tuesday for Chatham, where he in- tends faking a course in the Business college there. Mrs Spicer, Exeter, was the guest of Mrs McNally this week. Mr Jas. Sims returned home from Sea - forth, where he had been engaged this week. Mr A. Taylor is adding to the appearance of his home by planting a number of spruce trees, which will in time make a lovely hedge. Summerhill I.O.G.T.—The following are the of- ficers of the Lodge for the current qquarter:—C.T., R. J. Draper; V.T., W. Butt; Chap., S. Kyle; Sec., I. H Low- ery; As. Sec., D. Burns; Fin. Sec., G. M. Kilty• Marshall, D. Barr; D.M„ G. W. Hill; Guard, H, Williams; Sent., J. Bingham. NOTES.—The people of St. Peter's church here intend holding a garden party n,t the residence of Mil R. Miller, on the evening of the 24th of May. Messrs Todd, Smith, Young and Free - horn were here on Monday evening at- tending nn Orange meeting. Rev Mr Roy, of Hensall, conducted oervice here last. Sunday evening; the gentle- man is a forcible Apeaket, and was iis- teded to with mach interest,) $1 year In advance, $1,50 When Cnot so Goderiob. DEATH,—John W. Scott and wife, who moved into our town last Friday had the misfortune to lose their little son, aged three years. On Saturday he fell down stairs, and internal injury developed into inflammation of the bowels, from which he died on Sunday. He was a strong, bright little child, and we sympathise deeply with the sorrowing parents in their loss. CHURCH,—Quarterly meeting ser- vices were held in Victoria St. Metho- dist church last Sunday. The lovefeast at 10 a.m. was attended by the large majority of the members of the church. At the close of the preaching service, Rev H. Irvine read the rules, and with the leaders, extended the hand of fel- lowship and welcome to fifteen new members, twelve by letter and three on trial. The sacrament was adminis- tered after evening preaching, Rev. Jos. Edge assisting. The quarterly board meets on Monday evening next, May 13th, NOTES.—The town population is put at 3698 by the assessors. • Judge Toms, who has been so seriously i11 during the past week that his life was despair- ed of, is in a fair way of recovery; Monday his case was considered so hopeless that Drs Cameron and Prim- rose, the Toronto specialists, were wired to assist in the case. .Themanyfriends of the Judge throughout the Province, will rejoice to learn of his early recov- ery. Edward Young, resident of Gode- rich, and formerly of Colborne town- ship, was charged on Friday last with being dangerously insane, and was committed to jail pending admission to the asylum. CHURCH.—The usual lovefeast and fellowship meeting was held in North St. Methodist church last Sabbath morning, commencing at 10 o'clock. The lecture room was full, and the ser- vice was one of special blessing and spiritual power. At 11 o'clock the pub- lic service commenced, the congrega- tion was large; at the close the Sacra- ment of the Lord's Supper was observ- ed, a large number communing. On Tuesday evening the Quarterly Official Board met, and all were in good spirits. The pastors report of membership showed that the church' had sustained a loss of between 40 and 50. Have re- ceived on profession of faith and by certificate 40. Financially the church is in a good condition. Mr G. Acheson was elected to attend District Meeting. The Board, bya standing vote, invite. the Rev. J. E: a to remain, Rece .. tion service wil.}e held next Sabbath bath evening 8 . Helens. NOTES.—Mrs Angus McDonald has returned home from Teeswater. Miss Martha Murray is in Winghatp learn- ing the dressmaking. Mrs John Mc- Whinney, of Crewe, is visiting friends in this place at present. Mrs McDon- ald, of Kinloss, visited her daughter, Mrs Hutchison, this week. Mr and Mrs A., Gordon, of Winstham, spent Sabbath week under the parental roof. Mr Herb Thompson visited his grand- father, Mr Cur ran last week. Mrs Jas. McDonald returned to her home in Eramosa last week. Mr Dan Ruther- ford wears a broad smile these days, as an heir arrived at ,his home last week. Miss Lizzie Tcdd spent last week at her home here, but has return- ed to Lncknow. Mr W. R. Miller, of Toronto, was visiting friends here last week; Mr R. K. Miller accompanied his brother to Toronto; we hope the change may prove beneficial, as Mr Miller has not peen enjoying very good health of late. Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was dispensed in Christ's Church, on Sabbath last. Rev James. Hamilton is expected to occupy the pulpit of Calvin s church, next Sunday. A joint meeting of St. Helens and East Ashfield congregations will be held in St. Helens, on the 15th inst., for the purpose of moderating in a call to a minister. Word has been received from Dakota of the very sudden death of Mrs John Durnin, from the effects of grip. Constance. I. O. G. T.—The Temperance order here seems to have a steady growth. Last Wednesday evening two new names were enrolled, and present prospects predict a still further in- crease. The District meeting will be held here on the 22nd inst., and a large number of delegates will be in attendance. The members of Con- stance lodge are eagerly anticipating this event, as it will give them an op- portunity of entertaining their co- workers in the order from nearly ev- ery lodge in the district. NOTES.—The Ball singers are dated here for the 22nd; we hope there will be a good turn out to hear these noted musicians. Great preparations are being made for the Sunday School an- niversary to be held on the Queen's birthday. Mr D. Cole was so unfor- tunate as to lose a valuable cow late- ly; in some manner the animal got its leg broken, and consequently had to be shot. Mrs F. H. Schoales, jr., and family left on Thursday for Algoma, where she will join her husband. Mr Alex. Rapson is at present visiting under the parental roof. We are pleased to hear that Mrs Hugill is re- covering from her recent severe ill- ness. Mrs Jas. Sutherland of Sea - forth, is at present visiting friends in the village and vicinity. Ashfield. NOTES. --The seeding is pretty well, through in this vicinity; the weather has been very favorable. The fall wheat in most places looks fairly well, but needs rain badly. Bad colds have been prevalent in this vicinity, but most. of those afflicted have recovered. The growth of rho season is something remarkable; the trees in foliage are a couple of weeks n.hen,d of time. The people of the Ashfield circuit feel keen- ly the loss of their pastor, Rev R. Hall, but prey earnestly that he may soon he restored to his wonted health. Londosboro. QUERY.— When will the Londes- boro creamery open up? When will the patrons get paid for their cream of last summer? Could the plant not he converted into a cheese factory? CHunnu,—Quarterly meeting irr the Methodist church on Sunday morning, and the evening service was conducted! by Mr Coombs, of Clinton. The Offlci al Board met on Monday, and after considerable discussion it was agreed to ask for a union of Turner's, Alma, and Ebenezer with Londesboro and. Kinburn. Of course this arrangement may not be carried out yet. NOTES,—Mr Thos. Foster, of Tara' (formerly of Clinton) spent a few days visiting Mr W. Riddell, of this place, F. Walker got one of his houses moved last week. The Manse is being re - shingled; Messrs Whitely and Meville doing the work. Mr Jas. Fair and. wife spent Sunday at Mr John Bell's. R. Adams was over to Brussels lash week and disposed of some property he had there; the sale was made at trite a sacrifice. Brueefleld AN OLD TIMER,—Mr Andrew Swan, of Brucefleld, can justly lay glaim to being one of the early settlers of Hu- ron. He came into what is now Clin- ton-inthe-years .1835—just sractyr:_years. ago—and with his father settled ab Ilarpurhey shortly after. The family then removed to Brucefleld,where they have lived ever since. Mr Swan is hale and hearty, evidently good for a number of years' active labor yet. Additional Local News. The sacramental services of Ratten- bury street church were largely attend- ed on Sunday last. The lovefeast gave evidence of increased spiritual life, while an unusually large number par- ticipated in the sacrament, administer- ed by Rev Mr Holmes, with the assist- ance of Rev Mr Newcombe. The offi- cial board meets this evening. Rev W. Smyth conducted whit is likely to be his last Quarterly service as pastor of Ontario street church, on Sunday last, his pastorate expiring in .Tune next. The services, both love - feast and sacramental, were very well attended, interesting and profitable, and every evidence given of spiritual prosperity. The meeting of the offi- cial hoard was announced for last evening. THE FIELDS LOOK LOVELY.—A walk or a ride into the country just now is one of the delights of a lifetime. The season has been a good one for the farmers. Although there has been very little rain this spring the large amount of snow that fell during the winter filled the earth with moisture and the fall sown wheat fields look fine. The fairly dry weather has heera particularly good for seeding and the farmers have about finished that part; of their spring work, and on many fields the green is seen. FOOTBALL.—The football team of the Collegiate Institute will visit Sea - forth on Saturday, May llth, and play the'first match in Hough Cup series. If our toys win this match the cup will be brought to Clinton and future matches in the series will he played. here. As a special rate of 35 cents for a return ticket has been secured, it ie hoped that as many as possible will accompany the team and cheer theta to victory. The match will begin ati 3 p.m. and last one hour and a half. The names amid positions of the plays ers are:—Goal, N. Crich; backs, R. Mee Mordie and A. McLeod; half -backs, T. Courtice, F. Hartley, F. Turnbull; for. wards, L. Whiteley, W. J. Newcombe. D. McCallum, J. Holdsworth, F. Bug - gins; spare man, F. Boles. TRUANCY MATTERS—We understand that quite a number of children who should be attending school are not do• ing so, and no satisfactory reason fel given to the Principal for their ab» Bence. The truancy officer has notified a number of the parents, hat very little attention has been paid thereto. The school law i9 very strict in this respects, and parents must obey it or suffer the consequences. if children do 'not at- tend Reboot, the Truancy Officer— much as he may dislike to do it ---will he'come pelted to lay information against all who disregard his notices, and the ma- gistrate before whom the cases may come will have no alternative but to impose a fine of at least $5 and costs in every case. ('hildren must positively attend school regularly (unless sick -or otherwise properly absent) and the Truant Officer may lay an information at any time after Having once served notice on the parent. •i