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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton New Era, 1895-05-10, Page 9CLINTON IN EW ROBERT HOLMES, Editor and Proprietor CLINTON, ONT., MAY 10, 1895. 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 for a good Flannel Coat and Vest, with pearl buttons, then $3.75, 114.75 and $5 for Coat and Vest of the Cords and silk mixture. Cash and One Price tatu JU9MUS CLINTON Exeter INCENDIARY FInit.-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. The alarm was given, and the fire bri- gade were soon on hand, and poured in two streams, which keirt the fire con- fined to the inside of 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 rage and brooms sarurated with oil Spread all around the store, and some barrels of coal oil in the store room,but the oil i'n the barrels did not ignite. West Wawanosh. IAD 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 10th con., who has been teaching school at Cul- ross, went in bathing with a couple 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 few minutes, but life was entirely extinct. Mr Smith was about 22 years of age, and former- ly taughtinS.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 hii 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. Wetherall, 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. Philips, 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 James Bruce lost two of his best cows last week. Stephen Medd sold a good Axing horse to a gentlemen from Ashfield last week. A number of good export cattle were delivered to Watson & Emigh last week. Having got his saw mill renovated, by way of ma- chinery, etc., C. Willard, painter, is busily engaged at present, painting A. McOale'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 app eciate, but one which he will endeavor to fully enjoy. COUNCIL. -The council met on Mon- day evening in the town hall pursuant to adjournment. The Reeve was or- dered to grant •.n 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 village for the year 1805. Council adjourned to meet on May 27th at 10 o'clock as a Court of Revision. H. .EEWIN, Clerk. AROUND THE :SUB. What wide-awake and reliable correspondents find worthy of recording for publicaUon Dungannon 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 120 on the contents. Mr W. Cameron, of Weet 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- en ium• 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, "The 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 cirFuit for the present conference year. The connexional funds were round to be in a healthy condition.' The mem- bership has increased, fifty had been received by letter and on trial, increase 24, making %a5 members in good stand- ing on the circuit. The salary was well up, and what deficiency there was will be met in ashort 'time, the board very willingly and unanimously shoul- dering all responsibility, and declaring a clean sheet. The circuit has peace and prosperity. Hallett LIME. -If you want good first class lime for the small price of 15c a bushel come to Hog's Back lime kiln or delivered for Wets. 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 day Mr Henry Livermore picked up an old Indian' 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. NOTES. -We are glad to bear that Miss Mabel Sundercock, who has been sick, is now recovering. Mr Jas. War, wick, of London, attended the funeral of the late Mrs Farnham, last week. ACCIDENT. -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 bard, 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, has 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 regular ity, 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. Way - mouth, A. McVittie. Jr. 3rd - A. Leitch, C. Stewart, C. Livermore. 2nd -K. Sealer, W. Sundercock, J. Fergu- son. Part 2-0. 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. Hippen CHURCH. -The Quarterly Meeting of the Kippen circuit was held in the Kipper] 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 ber brother-in-law, Mr Day. Walks; Mr Walks had a severe attack of inflam- mation and pleurisy, when Mrs Mc- Ewen left, he, though still weak, was considered out of danger. Mr Neil McGregor is re -shingling his dwelling house; he is putting on British Colum- bia Cedar. Mr Dan Ross is still in De- troit; at last advices he was doing well. Colds 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. Hol mesvil le. The Groat Bankrupt Salo has commenced In Holmesv111e. The crowd is gathering. First come first served. The best bargains will soon begone. North Store. -T. 0. PIOKARD. CONTRACT. -The contract for the building of the new wire fence around the cheese factory was awarded last Saturday to 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 Holmesville. Patron Association Mr Elford threw out some gond practical ideas on grass seed sowing, Mr John McCartney summed up the Patron at- titude in the Local House .during 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 be a good one, neither had supported it in, the $,base. An open meeting of the Association will be held here on, Thursday, 18th inst., when ad- dresses will be delivered by D. A. Por - 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. NOTES. -Mr B. Forster's saw mill narrowly 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. Lo 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 on 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, 2835, 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, 40, 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; the debate "Resolved that ill -temper Is mere destructive of hap- piness than intemperance," resulted in 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 10th inst. Tuckersm lth. 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''wrth 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 be; 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 much hopes of his recovery. Mrs Fen- wick is still very sick, but some hopes are entertained of her ultimate recov- ery. Mr Chas. Wil;htman has a slight attack of diphtheria, but expecte 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 iving 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 under the steady work of Thos. Scandrett. Colborne NOTES. -Miss Minnie Ross is improv- ing very fast from a week's illness. The Ladies Aid Society of Bethel in- tend having an ice cream social on the evening of May 24th, in Gledhill's hall, at Benmiller; a very suitable program is beingprepared; come one, come all, and enoy a good time. Death of Mr. A. McMurchie. Though not unexpected, the death of Mr. Alexander McMurchie, reeve of Clinton, which occurred yesterday, will cause a feeling of intense sorrow and sadness wherever this gentleman was known -and he was personally ac- quainted with a great many of the re- sidents of the county, from one end to the other. For some time past, in fact since 1882, he has been a sufferer from diabetes, and' knowing that the ultim- ate result of this would be fatal, he has combatted the advance of disease with an iron will, passing through a course of self-imposed treatment that none but a person of indomitable purpose could endure, and he had the great sht- isfaction of knowing that but for the hygienic course pursued, he would in all probability of long ago passed away He was born in Vaughan township, York, on August lst, 1835,and was not, therefore, an old man; his father was one of the first settlers in York. Mr McMurchie remained on the farm until he was 24 years of age, picking up what edification and information he could. - In 1859 he moved to Clinton and took a situation as traveller for the late M. McTaggart, who was then engaged in the manufacture of fanning mills. In 1862, in company with the late Joseph Chidley, he because a partner, and so remained until 1882, when he assumed entire control; shortly afterwards the firm wasenlargedby the admission of D Messrs D. MGCorvie and'A. McKenzie, which has since been known under the style of McMurchie & Co. Mr McMurchie's name was a synonym for honesty and integrity. He regard- ed a man's word in all things of as much value as--a--written, -agreement,- and a ment,and would carry out to the letter any promise he made, even if it meant a fi- nancial loss to himself. He abhorred anything in the shaRe of sham or de- ceit, and had no hesitation in openly denouncing whatever be believed to be wrong. Strong in his own convictions of right,•he was not a man who could be swayed 'from the path of duty by any persuasion or impulse. For nine years he has been Reeve of the town, an office he held at the time of his death. In this position he es- pecially enjoyed the confidence of the public. Even those who at times re- garded him as unduly cautious and careful, knew that he could not be guilty of intentional wrong doing. Ex- travagant or improper use of public funds he would not tolerate for a mo- ment, and he was a most careful guardian of his public trust. Unusu- ally well informed in municipal affairs, possessing well-trained men tai faculties and with all the complex and intricate details of•any public matters thorough- ly at command, he was a man of more than ordinary acceptability at municipal gatherings, and so well was this known and appreciated that his opinion, much sought after, was al- most invar iably accepted without question. As a member of the county council, he was simply invaluable, especially in regard to land assess- ment. Knowing personally almost every farm on every concession of the county, his valuation, when a member of the Equalization Committee, was accepted as authentic. A member also of the House of Re- fuge Committee, his beet efforts were given to this question until the matter was carried to a successful issue, he realizing fully the benefits such an in- stitution would be to the poor of the county. o Mr McMurchie has for years been a member of Willis PresbyterianChurch, a trustee also, and one of the Board of Management, and so long as his strength would allow, was a regular attendant on the services of the church Politically he was a staunch Liberal, and a few years ago was requested to allow his name to go before a Liberal Convention, but he positively declined. By care and prudence he was able to leave his family well provided for. He leaves a wife one son and two daugh- ters -one of the latter being the wife of Dr. Robt. Agnew. Summerhill I.O,G.T,-The following are the of- ficers of the Lodge for the current quarter: -0.T., R. J. Draper; V.T., W. Butt; Chap., S. Kyle; Sec.. J. H Low- ery; As. Sec., D. Burns• Fin. Sec., G. M. Kay- Marshall, D. 'Barr; D.M., 0. W. 11111; Guard, H. Williams; Sent., J. Bingham, NOTES. -The people of St. Peter's church here intend holding a garden party at the residence of Mr R. Miller, on the evening of the 24th of May. Messrs Todd, Smith Young and Free- born were here on Monday evening at- tending an Orange meeting. Rev Mr Roy, of Hensall, conducted service here last Sunday evening; the gentle- man is a forcible speaker, and was lis- teded to with much interest., - $1 year in advance, $1.50, when /not 0o"p414' Gloderioh. 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 healed on Sunday. He was a strong brigght 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 road 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. The many friends of the Judge throughout the Province, will rejoice to learn of his early recov- ery. dward 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, by a standing vote, invited the Rev. J. Edge to remain. Recep- tion service will be held next Sabbath bath evening. ' St. Helens. NoTEB.-Mrs Angus McDonald has returned home from Teeswater. Miss Martha Murray is in Wingham 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 Winuhami spent Sabbath week under the parental roof. Mr Herb Thompson visited his grand- father, Mr Outran 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 a her home here, but has return- ed to L cknow. 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 been 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. 0. 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,r., 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 11IOst places looks fairlywell, but needs rain badly. Bad cold}Dave been prevalent in this vicinity, but most of those afflict ed have recovered. The growth of the season is something remarkable; the trees in foliage are a couple of weeks ahead of time. The people of the Ashfield circuit feel keen - y the loss of their pastor, Rev R. Hall, but pray earnestly that he may soon be restored to his wonted health. (,,, . ''''''. ' Ao,..taiiiiii6, Worth Keeping. The following formulas for spraying solutions for fruit trees, Durrant bushes, &c, are recommended by the Ontario Agricultural College. We have room to give but a few of thejrare formulae. Fuller information may be had by calling at our store. 1 Bluestone 5lb-fresh limo gallons 40 gallons 3 Solution No.2 with 1 Ib purls green 4 Paris green 1 Ib, water 200 to 300 gal. 6 Hellebore 1 oz.• water 3 gallons. 6 Insect powder 1 oz., water 4 gallons Worth Remembering Our Bluestone, Hellebore, Paris Green and Insect Powder can be de- pended upon. Our prices are as low as it is possible to make them. ALLEN & WILSON Prescription Drug Store,Clinto Londesboro. QUERY.- When will the Londes- boro creamery open up? When will' the patronset paid for their cream of last summer Could the plant not be converted into a cheese factory? CHURCH, -Quarterly meeting in the Methodist church on Sunday morning, and the evening service was conducted by Mr Coombs, of Clinton. The Offici 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 last week and disposed of some property he had there; the sale was made at quite a sacrifice. Brucefield AN OLD TIMER. -Mr Andrew Swan, of Brucefield, can justly lay claim to - being ane of the early settlers of Hu- ron. He came into what is now Clin- ton in the year 1835 -just sixty years ago -and with his , father settled at Harpurhey shortly after. The family then removed to Brucefield,where they have lived ever since. Mr Swan is hale and hearty, evidently good for a number of years' active labor yet. Additional Local Mows. 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 what is likely to be his last Quarterly service as pastor of Ontario street church, on Sunday last, his pastorate expiring in. Jdne next. The services, both love - feast and sacramental, were very well attended, interesting and profitable,. and every evidence given of s irituall prosperity. The meeting of the offi- cial board was announced for lase 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 been 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. I our boys Win this match the cup will be brought to Clinton and future matches in the series will be played here. As a special rate of 35 cents for a return ticket has been secured, it is hoped that as many as possible will accompany the team and cheer them to victory. The match will begin at 3 p.m. and last one hour and a half. The names and positions of the play- ers are: -Goal, N. Crich; backs, R. Mc- 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 is given to the Principal for their ab- sence. The'truancy officer has notified a number of the parents, but very little attention has been paid thereto. The school law is very strict in this respect, and parents must obey it or suffer the consequences. If children do not at- tend school, the Truancy Officer- much as he may dislike to do it -will be com- pelled to lay information against alt who disregard his notices, and the ma- gistrate before syhom the cases may' come will have no alternative but to impose a fine of at least • tib and costs in every case. Children 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 a. notice on the parent.