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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron News-Record, 1895-11-06, Page 1a fNDIf.PICCO011rT f A' 4,4A 'l t1 41$--N$OTRdLL IN NOVIIA'(I XVII•. A. It TODD„ (lilull$toI Rini dwipx' CLINTON. HURON COUNTY, ONT. WEDNESDAY. NOVEMBER 6, 1894 WHOLE NO.886 OCTOBER BREW ALES AND PORTERS, which iB acknowledged by experts to be the best of the year, now in stop�ck, in pints and quarts -41. lead - mg Canadian brands. Also Imported Bass' Ale and Guineas' Stout in pints. The Store opens at 8,30 a. m. every wc'e1fiy, is clos%d from 12 noon till 1 O'clilltnt and 6 to 7 o'clock p. m., and closes at 9 p, in. and on Saturday even- ing at. 7, on which day the Store is open all day except noon honr. sack Kennedy. The Clinton Liquor Store, DO YOU KNOW A GOOD THING. WHEN YOU SEE IF SO WEND YOUR MAY TO Biddlecambe's Jewelry Store. 1 am offerings my business for sale on" account of fairing health. but be- fore getting a purchaser have to reduce stock. To do this, • I am going to sell at ---""warCost."' Why?, Simply because it win pay me better to take cost from you than to take less from who ever buys my business. That 'is all there's to it. I bene- fit, but you benefit equally with me. Evtrything goes at Cost, Watches, Clocks, Jewelry and Silverware I want the money. If you want the goods, come along, we will trade • our goods for XourCash. J.• BIDDLECOMBE. Town Topics. • PsiOI.'LI1 Wno TRAVEL. -W. Jack- son,•toiwn agent G. T. R. reports the following travel during the past week : —Mrs. Day and family for Killarney, Man..; W. Rogers for Brandon ; Mrs. Jamieson and Mrs.Steyens forEdinbur , Dakota ; M1's. Cook, Elkhart, Ind. ; W. Argent and wife and Fred Hilton per steamship "Sardinian" for London, Eng. HOUSE OF REFUGE OFFICIAL OPEN- ING.—The intention is to have the County Councilors visit the House of Refuge in the early evening on Dec. 5th and on returning to town a free musi- cal and literary program will be pre- sented in the Town Hall. Tho mem- bers of Parliament, County officials, press, &c., will be invited. Thos. Jack- son, Jr., a well-known leader in musi- cal circles, has been asked and kindly consented to prepare a program of music. Mayor Holmes was added to the committee mentioned last week. Rey. J; W. Holmes agreed to act as convener of the Clinton ministers and other church workers in formulating a for the conducting of religious ser- a each Sabbath afternoon at the House of Refuge. SEressiNo.—On Saturday Messrs. R. • and 3. Ransford shipped three cars of at fine beef cattle as ever left Clinton for the British market ; Mr. C. Mason was in charge of them; four more cars will be shipped to Britian by the same gentlemen this week, the two lots be- ing fed by the Messrs. Ransford. Messrs. Cudmore and Smith also ship- ped a car load of horses for the Eng- lish markets on Saturday.—W. Doher- ty & Co. are making large shipments of their organs to Amsterdam, Holland; Dresden and Franktort, Ger many; and Liverpool, England. — On Monday Messrs. Anderson & Hudie shipped a car of hogs to London.—Mr. Marquis shipped two cars of lambs to the old country yesterday, John Hunter one car to same destination and T. H. Reid one car to Buffalo.—This week Mr. Cudmore shipped two cars of hay to Goderich, and to -day E. Watson will ship a car load of lambs. Au. SHOULD Go.—"Why, we will have to go," said an -Intelligent lady who had heard about the Thanksgiv- ing Concert. "That female quartette I am sure will be. good, because the young ladies are all splendid singers, and the base ball match to be played byIsmall boys in uniform will be cer- tainly very unique. I wonder what that paper bag chorus will be like ? I uifrderstand there is to be a lot of good singer's take part in it. Oh, • I know they will represent the New Woman's costume and rite flour sacks instead of puffed Sleeves, lined with' fibre chamois. The • girls at the Collegiate, I understand, are getting nice costumes for their drill, and Dr. Shaw has a class of young • ladies that are in training for a broom drill; this will be good, and it is one that has never been given here; and a Drill Corps, you know, entirely new. We will have te0 ask Malcom about their part, for ,they -will no doubt shine. T I esp x am sure are worth the small ntlil t:Isiah feta, although they are to have a,number of other attractions as well.. Ye's,• I am oing. When did Otto' et, rot Town Topics. TiEWSEAPEir9 AND MEN. — Thomas Vair, executor, offers the Galt Re- porter for sale. The newspaper fraternity of Ontario would indeed re- gret to see the Reporter pass from the Affrays, though the death of the late Owner may necessitate this. The pa- Jrr has been controlled by the one amily nearly ilfty years,.,—The Listo- wel Standard now apppears enlarged and in every respect -Unproved, from the four-page form to eight pages, and a new dress of advertising and body type from Gwatkin & Son. The Stand- ard now takes a first place among the best country newspapers and is politi- cally on the bide of progress. STOOK NoTEn.--11x, James Crich, Tuckersmith, Clinton P. O., has pur- chased from W. J. Biggins, of Elm- hurst Farm, the shorthorn bull calf "Fairfax," a red in color and of great substance and quality. He is from ".Matchless of Elmhurst 14th," by "Im- ported Excelsior" (51233), and sired by the well known imported "General Booth"(54353). This is the second•pur- chase of young bulls that Mr. Urich has made from the Elmhurst Herd within a few years. There is now on hand for sale the' 10 months old calf "Holyrood," red, from "Mina Booth" and sired by "General Promise" =19766=also a few good heifers, CLUBBING WITH OTHER PAPERS.— The Mitchell Advocate has adopted the same rule as THE NEws-RECORD and says :—"The Advocate has been de- luged with circulars of late from pub- lishers of the big and little city papers asking to club with them, some of the dailies offering us rates as low as 75c. per year, and the big weeklies at 50e. In all cases these circulars have found their way to the waste basket. We never have and never will help to build up other papers at the expense of the Advocate, and we are surprised that so many country sheets adopt a system which, in the end, must prove ruinous to thew own circulation. Wednesday Weddings. Last Wednesday was unusually in- teresting to massy Clintonians from `the fact that it was known several weddings were to take place, among them a double wedding. . WEIR—PATTERSON.—Mr.Wus. Weir, of Goderich township, was married at Bluevale last Wednesday to Mrs. Jame Patterson. The happy event took place at the residence of the bride's brother, Mr. Joseph Pugh._Rev. W. H. Moss officiated. Mr. and Mrs. Weir returned home the same evening and are now "at home" to their friends. Personally knowing the many good qualities of the groom we have plea- sure in wishing Mr. and Mrs. Weir an extended life of happiness and contin- ued prospeity. PALMER—PROCTOR.—A very quiet and happy event of local interest took place on Wednesday evening, Oct. 30th, at the residence of Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Proctor, Canton Avenue, Detroit, when their only daughter, Ella, was united in marriage to Dr. J. W. Palm- er, of Jefferson Avenue. The cere- mony was performed by the Rev. Mr. Sexon, of Betlany Presbyterian church. The bride wore a gown of white Japanese silk, trimmed with pearls and white satin ribbon, and carried a bouquet of bridal roses. The bi ides - maid, Miss Laura Matheson, was attir- ed in pale blue silk brocade, trimmed with pale blue velvet and cream inser- tion, and carried a bouquet of pink roses. The groom was attendeby Mr. J. Alexandra, merchant of Glens Street. Supper was served to all who were in attendance. Dr. and Mrs. Falmer will be at home to their friends lifter November 15th at 776 Jefferson Avenue. Mrs. Palmer's many friends in this section extend hearty congratu- lations. LAURIE—Twrss. — On Wednesday afternoon at 1.30 St. Paul's church was of special interest to a large number of young and elders people. At the ap- pointed hour Mr. Robert Laurie, a popular young gentleman of Hepworth, formerly of Palmerston and Clinton, and Miss Lottie Twiss, of this town (daughter of the late Alexander Twiss) were joined in the silken bonds of matrimony. As the bride and brides- maid (Miss L. Worthington, town) both dressed in fawn, entered by the main entrance, and the groom and his support, Me. J. W. Essery of Palmer- ston, by the side entrance, Miss Maggie Jackson manipulated the magnificent organ and the wedding march pealed forth. At the same time Rev. W. Craig of Petrolia and Rev. J. F. Parke entered from the vestry and, assisted by ' the latter, the estimable couple • were pronounced man and wife, 'the bride being given away by Mr. John Twiss, her step -brother, of Seaforth. Tho bridal party and friends adjourn- ed to the Waverly House, where Mr. and . Mrs. S. Pike served a grand wed- ding feast. The presents testified stronfier than language the high esteem in which the bride is held, comprising as they did a magnificent collection of china and silderware, furniture, jewelry, gold watch, fine linens, fancy work and many household require- ments. The bride for many years was an active worker in St. Paul's S. S. and a member of the Bible Class, and was deservedly popular with all classes of people. Mr. and Mrs.. Laurie left on the 4.45 train for London, Detroit and other points, and will settle down to the realities of lite at Hepworth, where the groom is station agent. To both we extend the congratulations of the whole community. Town COUNCIL.—Regular meeting last Monday evening. Present—Mayor Holmes, Reeve Kennedy, Deputy- Reeye Cantelon, and Councillors Searle, Overberry, McMurray, McKenzie, Gil- roy, Bruce, and Taylor. Communica- tion was read from the Trustees of Rattenbury St. Methodist Church, re- questing that electric light on corner of Rattenbury and Orange streets he placed in its original position ; Seatle and Cantelon, moved to grant the re- quest, but the motion was lost. Poundkeeper Folland tendered his res- ignation, which was accepted and Robert Mennel was appointed in .his pplace. A delegation of the Messrs. Tiplaay, 'Stevens and Cornish ap- peared before the Council, asking that the Town take some action in regard to erecting wire fence on west side of Albert street north to prevent snow drifts, and the matter was referr- ed to Street Committee to act in con- junction with the delegation. The inance Committtee reported in favor of the following:—Street—Joseph Wheatley, work bill, $181.69; Wm. Murch, 49ti cords gravel at 30c., $14.85; F. W. Evans, teaming, $2.45; John Joslin, $L25; Insurance—W. W. Far - ran, $60.50; Salaries—Wm. Coats, three months salary, $56.25; selection of Jurors, $4 ; Joseph Wheatley, three months salary, $108.75; Robert Welsh, $68.75; do., as constable Nov. 1st, $1; Fire and Water—S. Pratt, three months salary, $18.75; J. Rider, $9; H. Davis, team at fire, $4; filling tank, $7; two men watching tire, $2.50; cemetery —J. Joslin, work, $4.25; R. Reynolds, one months salary, $30; THE NEWS - RECORD, printing, $10.50; Charity— F. W. Evans, teaming, $1.75; Inciden- tal—Dr. Shaw, $10; Bell Telephone Co., 30c.; R. Welsh, $1; Property—Bowers Bros., painting.$7; Receipts—ceme- tery, $12.40; R Welsh, $32.65; J. Wheatley, $9.10. The Treasurer's statement for October showed balance and receipts of $837.27, and expendi- ture of $561.83, leaving balance of $275.44. The charity report, which was adopted, showed expenditure of $7.58. The cemetery committee report- ed that the grounds are in greatly improved condition; the owners of 112 plots have requested the caretaker to look after their lots, while many take little or no interest in their lots; a large number of tombstones are lean- ing over and in an unclean condition ; lots to the value of $132 have been sold, 39 graves dug, and a good prumber of expensive monuments erected ; the re- port also recommended that a dwelling house should be erected near it and a vault built for use during the winter. Street committee recommended that gravel side walk be built on Victoria street, west a ide, from the bridge north to T. Monoghan's. On motion of Tay - ler and Gilroy the removal of electric light pole on the corner of Princess and Albert streets to a more suitable point was left in the hands of the corn- mittee with power. An order was drawn on Treasurer for $70.48 rebate on taxes of several ratepayers. S. S. Cooper was granted use of portion of street while building. A committee of Gilroy, Taylor, Kennedy, Searle and Cantelon were appointed to arrange for proper entertainment of County Council next month. all su} t l ai!as t ' ban sgiving day, astair farms adjoin each other. THE NEws- RECORD, along with their Many friends, wishes them all the happiness and prosperity which this life affords. County Currency.. Geo. McKenzie, of Wingham, offers a free site form flax mill there. Malcolm McNaughton, of Varna, is Burglars entered Zurich post office, but found the safe open and empty. Winghana is agitating for a - main sewer and has engaged an expert to report on the proposed sewer. Petty thieving is rampant at Sea - forth, the business men being, the prin- cipal sufferers. R. C. Sperling, Winghaw, finds a ready sale for baled straw. He bought his last lot at Chatham. Oxford ties are neat and nice ; Family ties are gocd; But the advertise that printers sell Are the ties that saw the wood. The opening services of the new Presbyterian church at Whitechurch will be held on Sunday, 10th inst., and a tea -meeting on the llth. Sonie miserable wretch stole a beau- tiful sweet -scented cream -colored pinery rose from the grave of Wm. Mitchell's child in the Wingham cemetery. A little son of Mr. John Roach, Sea - forth, fell on the sidewalk and a spike penetrated his forehead an inch. He Is recovering, Mr. John Coultes, of East Wawa - nosh, threshed 192 bushels of oats from two acres, and every bushel weighed 40 pounds. Mr. Johnathan Patterson, of the same township, threshed 1,000 bushels of oats off 20 acres. Mr. George Patterson, D. D. G. M. of the A. O. U. W. has made official visits to the, A. O. U. W. lodges at Goderich and Blyth, end during the next couple of weeks will visit those of St. Paula, St. Marys, Exeter, Benmiller and Manchester. H. Park, aWingham watchmaker, has a deck which he claims to be 225 years old. The frame is made of wal- nut which is sculptured and carved in very fancy designs. The movements are of very substantial make and Mr. Park declares they would run and give good time for at least 1,000 years long- er. He would not accept a good sum for this curiosity. . Conductor tlunn who runs the morn- ing train from Stratford to Goderich had a narrow escape from serious injury at Clinton one day recently. In boarding the train as it was pulling out he fell and one of his feetcaught in the step of the car and he was dragged some distance. Mr. Bunn suffered a number of cuts in the head besides scrathes and bruises and was laid up for a tew days. Saturday week was a gala day on the football field for Seaforth. At home, the Hurons defeated West Hur- on by 3 to 0. In Brussels, the junior defeated Brussels 3 to 0. In Toronto, an ' interesting match took place on the Varsity lawn, between the repre- sentatives from Seaforth at the college there, and the representatives from Belleville city. A good crowd congre- gated to witness something exciting, but they were disappointed in the one sided way in which tlae match resulted, being 3 too in favor of Setaforth, in half an houl'. The wedding bells pealed forth in Dashwood village in earnest last week. On Tuesday evening Mr. Louis Willert stood before the altar with Miss Hen- rietta Grube, of Logan, by his side and they were made man and wife. Miss Maggie Waiper acted as bridesmaid, while Mr. Sam. Willert took the place of groomsman. After the ceremony was over they returned to their home on the 14th concession, Stephen, and settled down to iriarria life.—Again o:i Wednesdayevening did, those .merry bells sounforth, when Mr. Lee Sher- man led to the altar in the Lutheran church Miss Fredricka Hartone and there in the presence of a large number of invited guests they were pronounc- ed man and wife. Rev. Eifert officiat- ed in both cases. THE DOUBLE WEDDING. --Inside the comfortable residence of Mr. Wm. S. Harland, Rattenbury street, between fifty and sixty guests had gathered from Petrous, Toronto, Wingham and other points to witness the marriage ceremony at 3.30 p. in. which made two highly respected young ladies and gentleman wives and husbands. Miss Carrie M. T. Simpson, sister of Mrs. Harland, and Mr. James Elliott of East Wawanosh, assisted respectively by Miss Washington of town and Mr. Wm. Elliott (cousin of the groom) of the same township, were two of the principals. The bride was dressed most becomingly in a handsome rich cream trimmed with butter lace, while the maid of honor wore pale blue. The happy couple were stationed under an artistic blue bell trimmed with natural roses and myrtle sprays. Rev. 3. W. Holmes was ably assisted by Rev. W. J. Ford in the ceremony in accordance with ancient form.—The other two happy principals were Miss Emma, second daughter of Mr. Robert Mason of East Wawanosh and niece of Mrs. Harland, and Mr. Matthew H. Elliott of the same township. Their assistants were Miss Annie Howe of town, and Mr. Robertson of Bluevale. The bride's trosseau was of rich cream with yellow satin trirnmiug. Both brides wore beautiful long white silken veils, orange blossoms and white roses. The second maid of honor was attired in pink and as the couple appeared with their assistants under a beautiful pink bell, trimmed with natural roses to match, the scene indeed was very im- posing. Added to the happiness and solemnity of the occasion, the blinds were drawn, the brilliant lights turned on, and the happy throng witnessed such rich splendour as the eye seldom meets. Rev. Mr. Ford was in this in- stance assisted by Rev. Mr. Holmes, while Mr. W. S. Harland gave away the bride (Miss Simpson) and Mr. Robert Mason performed a similar duty to his daughter. In proper order the sweet -toned piano pealed forth the wedding march from the touch of Miss Harland, daughter of Mr. J. T. Har- land, The ceremony over, congratula- tions were sincerely extended Mr. and Mrs. 3. and M. H. Elliott and all sat down to the time-honored feast. The presents were sueh as would grace any occasion of the kind. Both couple left on the 6.55 train for their future homes in East Wawanosh. The Messrs .Elliott are well -to -10 farmers and their GUY BROS. LAST NIGHT.—A large and appreciataye audience greeted the appearance of these old time favorites in the Opera House last night. The entertainment was first class, the sing- ing, dancing and other specialties were up to date. The Guy Bros, have intro- duced a number of new specialities this year Which add materially to the show. The statuary work of the Guy Bros. is excellent and received mirth applause. - The orchestra is second to none in the country and they rendered sweet music. Their special feature was a day with the circus in which they gave a musical description from .the ticket seller to the metteatgr`ie.-. Ftaom the Belleville Ontario, Oct. 10th, 1805. Bayneld. BREEZES.—The Coroner has not found the exhumed bones mentioned in last issue. Rather too bad he could not have an inquest.—The capture of Regan turned out a fizzle ; in the sup- posed lair was found McGinty, who re- marked they were "greater fools than the mart hunted." Detectives, con- stables, volunteers and others, came home much wiser, but cannot say bet- ter men ; lots of cuss words.—The Rev. Mr, Ryan sold a fine corner lot to Mr. Marks ; a reasonable price was obtain- ed.—A report is current that a,/ redhe r., epalr ettle time during the recent great storm, boats injured and loss sustained,—Election matters quiet; probable prospect, there will be no opposition, as there is entire satisfaction being given by the present council. Our Reeve is the people's "James" and can hold the position by the voice of the people.—Our local sports met with disappointment in their bear hunt; no trace or track could be found by man or dog ; they surmised Mr. Woods' rigs cut the bear up. They are many, and range free isud far. --An addition to the number of religious and beneficent organizations, in the near future, is a branch of the Uhristiaa Endeavour Society. is on its way tp clean out an the harbour.—Fishermen at Point from Bayfield had a roug While Thomas Moore and his men were working at the tar and gravel roof of the cry kiln of the Union fac- tory, Wingbam, the tar caught fire in the pot. Planks and boards were brought to pile over it to smother the fire, but the boards also were caught in the blaze. Water was called for and Robert Cornyn took a pail and threw it on the hoards. Some of the water fell into the burning tar, and of course there was trouble at once. The tar, as soon as it was struck by the water, splashed forth and Robert, who was on the leeward side, received a volume of burning tar, covering his head, hands and face, burning him very sev- erely. He is still under medical care, but is recovering. Robert had just come from Toronto the evening prev- ious, and he certainly met with a warm reception. A meeting of the directors of the Mc- Killop Mutual Fire Insurance Company was held at the Commercial hotel, Sea - forth. A goodly number of applica- tions for membership were accepted. A resolution of condolence was passed, regretting the death of the late presi- dent, Mr, Donald Ross, of Stanley, certifying the high appreciation m which he was held by the inembers of the hoard, both as an officer and a gentleman, ;and acknowledging his faithful services in behalf of the com- pany, of which he was so long a mem- ber and officer. The secretary was instructed to have this resolution in- scribed on the hooks of the company and to forwarda copy to the relatives of the deceased. Mr. George Watt, of Hullett, vice-president, was appointed president in Mr.Ross' stead, and Mr. James Broadfoot, of Tuckersmith, was appointed vice-presicent. The cora- Port Albert. POINTS.—Dr. Smale, who has been travelling through the States during the past six months, returned home last week.—Several of our citizens at- tended the Reform convention at Dun- gannon last week.—Our mills are get- ting a big share of the gristing and Mr. Hennings, the•obliging miller, has his hands full.—Water in the lake is lower just now than it has been during the past ten years.—Several steam power straw cutters in this neighbour hood are preparing for operations amongst the farmers. Straw is straw and we don't forget-it.—Notwithstanding the Exeter Advocate and other weather prophets trying their hand about white goose bones, fat chipmunks, groundhogs, &c., indicates a severe winter, we beg to say the probs. will be to the contrary for three months out cif` the six.—A big cattle fair was held in the Port last week ; a large lot of cattle were on the ground any way.—Bella Hawkins re- turned to London H. L. C. on Thurs- day. last ; her tister Alice arrived home Saturday to take Bell's place in nurs- ing her mother.—Mrs. A. C. Hawkins is now much improved 'under the care of their old family doctors, the Shan- nons.—Banker Williams and R. Rad- cliffe were in the Port Friday last.— We understand a fine, valuatile yawl was found on the lake shore near Fin's Creek last storm. I presume it has been reported to the receiver, Capt. Babb.—A large number of pine leigs are along the fake shore.—Now that the lords of the reklm are out on the political war path the natives of Ash- field, and the Wawanoshs would put on their paint to witness a grand pow- wow on the North pier. Goderich Township. Mr. Wm. Jordan Manitoba. Miss Annie Churchill has gone to Clinton to learn the dressmaking with Miss Cudmore. PRESENTATION.—On Tuesday even- ing of last week at the regular prayer ineeting of Zion Methodist church, Mrs. S. L. Scott was the recipient of a beautiful present consisting of silver pickle cruet and glass fruit -dish having silver stand, accompanied by the fol- lowing address :— Goderich Tp., Oct. 29th, 1895. DEAR MRS. SCOTT, —As your family is about to remove from our neighbor- hood we desire to express our sincere regrets. We will greatly miss you as a Sunday School teacher, an earnest church worker and an engaging and sociable companion. Please accept this little present, not as a compensa- tion for labor performed. but as a token of remembrance from each of your many well-wishers in Zion Methodist church. Signed on behalf of the don- ors—'LIZABETH GOULD, MRS. PACK - wool). MRS. W. DRIVER. has returned from No Watchmaker or Druggest in Clin- ton, Ont.. has my glasses for sale. I carry with me 700 prs. Gold Glasses, 500 Artificial Eyes, 1,000 pre. Steel Spectacles and many other things. When I visit Clinton, Ont., again, I will have my six trunks of goods with ore to select from. I employ no pedlar to sell goods for me. I never visit private houses. I grind my glasses for each eye. Something no jeweller in Clinton, Ont., cau do. Read my paper on the Eye, can be had free by addressing PROF.OHAMBBRLAI N, "EYE SPECIALIST," 87 King Street East, Toronto, Ont. M-20 Years Experience. Will be at Allen & Wilson's Drag Store, Clinton, Ont. Boon. W+it for biro. My large book on the eye, how to preserve it P oan be had tree by writing for it. t Holmesville. CHEESE,—The last of the season's cheese, comprising about 380 boxes, was sold on Saturday, to the Hon. T. Ballantyne, of Stratford, at 90. This is a gond price, and shows that cheese from this factory reaches the highest figure. SERVICES.—The quarterly services of the Methodist church on Sunday last were well attended and Mr. Andrews .preached appropriate and effective ser- mon. At the meeting of the official hoard a resolution of condolence to Mrs. J. Rudd was passed. Geo. Hol- land was newly elected a steward and J. H. Elford as recording steward. BRIEFLETs.—Miss Alice Stanley is visiting relatives in Tuckersmith.—Mr. Jas. Miller has rented the Murch house from T. C. Pickard for a term of two years.—Mr. .1. Blackwell's fancily arrived, here last week to reside per- nianently.—Messrs. W. and J. Pick- ard of Columbus, Ohio, are visiting the former's parents on Cut Line; they ' wheeled all the way from that city, a distance of over 600 miles. SCHOOL REPORT,—Following is the standing of the school here for October, merit eased on attendance, demeanor and progress; maximum merit 230 marks: -5th class—Tillie Colclough 188. Sr. 4th—Will Tehbutt 205, Edith Hull- er and Jerome Badour (even) 198, Fran- cis Sturdy 153. Jr. 4th—Minnie Evans 179, Winnie Sturdy 159, John Walter 67. Sr. 3rd—Ilarvey McCartney 190, Thomas Cook 113, Norman Murch 109. Jr. 3rd—Lillie McCartney 217. 'Emma Colclough 213, Lillie Colclough 203. Sr. 2nd—Edgar Trewartha 186, Lizzie Dempsey 153, Willie Williams 133. Jr. 2nd—Fred Potter 211, Mabel Pickard 209, Eddie Badour. 197. Sr. part 2— Myrtle Levis 213, Josephine Grayell 173, Edith Mulholland'135. Jr. part 2— Percy Hibbert 192. Henry Badour f71, Albert Cook 170. Sr. part 1—Roy Pickard 152, Olive Sturdy 150, Blanche Tebbutt 116. Jr. part 1—Florence Le- vis, Johnny Dempsey.—J. MCROBERTS, teacher. HE WASN'T REGAN.—Det ective West- cott, of Exeter, received word last week froin Clinton, that the hiding llace of James Regan, the escaped unatic, had been found in Goderich township, near Lake Huron, and that pieces of his clothing had been found in some brush, which he had used for a bed. Mr. Westcott left for that place early on Tuesday, and made a thorough search of the woods, and discovered the place where it was supposed his man had recently been. On coming out of the woods he noticed smoke issuing out from the woods, which was a thicket of cedar. He notified all the parties in the immediate vicinity to he resent at 8 o'clock a. m., on the fol- lowing morning. Some 17 men, the stalwarts of Goderich township and Bayfleld, appeared on the scene. Smoke was still seen to be rising from the same direction as was seen the previous evening. The invading army circled around, and carne upon the place where Regan was supposed to be, but to their surprise they found a tramp sitting beside a lighted fire mending a pair of old mitts. Upon being questioned, he gave his name as Daniel McGinnes, of East Wawanosh. He said he had met Regan two weeks ago, near Belgrave. How far his story is true it is very hard to tell. The feelings of the lunatic hunters could h more easily, imagined than described. Mr. Westcott has had several suc journeys and experiences during th past five weeks, looking for Regan, besides losing time and money. This man Regan is dangerous, and th pany has been very fortunate so far county should give a liberal reward fo this eeasnn, as it has not had any his capture before any more injury i serious fire losses. done by him. Wingham. Ou Thursday evening week, just as the bell tolled the hour of six, the spirit of Sextus Kent, sr., passed away at the ripe age of seventy-four years and ten mouths. He had been ill for some months prior to his death, but a to the time of his recent illness he had scarcely ever known what it was to have a day's sickness. Mr. Kent was born in Staffordshire, Eng., and was brought to Canada by his parents in his infancy. His parents settled at Byron, near London. (then a promis- ing place),,but London, then known as "The Forks," has eclipsed it. The deceased, with his parents, in 1824 re- moved to London township and fol- lowed agricultural pursuits for about ten years and removed to the Gore. On 24th September, 1840, he married Martha C. Clark, and settled on lot 9, con. 0, Gore of London, and in May, 1852, engaged in merchantile pursuits at St. John's (Arva). In the stirring times of 1837 he took the field with our militia and continuously served (after having passed through the Military School) until 1866 and attained the rank of Captain of No. 3 company in the 7th Batt. Deceased came to Wingham in November, 1866, and resided here until his death. He leaves his widow and two children (Mrs. Thos. Stilea and C. F. Kent) surviving ; two children, Ed- win Kent and Mrs. B. Willson, of Wingham, predeceased him, leaving families. He was the true type of a gentleman, kind hearted, unassuming and charitable. He let not his left hand know what his right hand did. He was a life-long Conservative in politics and a firm supporter of the Church of England. He was a keen sportsman, particularly a Waltonian. He was of unflinching honesty in pub- lic and in private, and the "colonel," as he was locally known, lived, respected by all who had the opportunity of meeting him in business or otherwise, and his death will be deeply regretted by everyone. The bereaved family have the sympathy of all who know them. e h e 9 e r s Does This Mean You ? At various times THE Mews -RECORD has billed every subscriber who owes this paper anything. Each Patron is aware of this fact. In addition, the label on the paper every week denotes the exact date to which the paper is paid. Now, what we desire and must have is a prompt settlement in whole, or at least in part, of these thousands of small accounts. It is useless to put the matter off. The money is ours and it is required to pay our honest debts. We ask for and expect a liberal re- sponse from every Patron. Do not delay. Call and settle, or send the money by registered letter or P. O. Money Order, at our risk. ` THIS NEws-RECORD, Chnton