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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton New Era, 1896-10-16, Page 1You're Insured of perfect Pants when you buy ours, made to order. As easy and as free the first time youut them on as though worn a month, still fitting the way new pants should. Fall Paintings Just opened, the newest patterns, proper colorings, .00 right weights, •at down any price you so care to pay from 3.00 Hodgens Bros.' CLINTON ussunINESIMMIN Goderich Township IN THE FIELD.—Mr Gabriel Elliott is in the fiele as a candidate for repre- sentation of this district in the new County Council He is the oldest reeve in the township, justly claims to be thoroughly well qualified for the position, and will make a strong run. VISITORS.—Miss McMann, of Gode- rich, was last week visiting at Mr Jos- eph Whiteley's, Messrs. George and Robert Glen, two prosperous farmers of Colborne spent Sunday with Mr W. F Rick. Mr Frank S. Hick, of Toronto, with his son Reggie, is this week visiting under the parental roof. NOTES.—Miss Allie Green, who has had a severe attack of pleurisy is im- proving slowly. Mr Richard Jennings, who has been in poor health for a number of months, still continues poorly. Mr T. Cook bas taken up his residence in Mr G. Connel's house on the 9th con. Mrs (Rev.) Cole, who bas been visiting relatives here, has re- turned to her home in Michigan. Miss G. Torrance, of Clinton, spent Sunday at Mr J. Middleton's. Mr. Wm Perdue has attached to his thresh- ing machine a double fanned smatter, which adds greatly to the convenience of the farmers. Mr N, Crich, a young man of considerable ability gave an interesting discourse in Cole's Church last Sunday. Master Arthur Currie, who has been suffering from a run- ning sere lately, is, we are sorry to say, not improvivg as rapidly as his many friends would like to see. Benmiller Naw MACHINERY.— On acccunt of the increased demand for bis goods, Mr. J. Gledhill has put in his'1actory some new machinery for the manufac- ture of fancy tweeds. Palms WINNERS.—Mr Wesley W. Fisher has succeeded in carrying off the usual prizes at the local fairs, His pigs take first money almost every- where they go. ROOTS AND POTATOES.—The farmers in this vicinity have commenced tak- ing in their roots and digging the po- tatoes. The latter crop is not up to last year's and in many cases the rot has affected them. On heavy lands especially the recent rains have great- ly aided in this. HEAVY FROSTS. -The early and se- vere visitations of Jack Frost have done considerable damage to the ap- ple crop, vegetable and the corn that was late in being cut, Some of the older settlers say that last Wednes- day's frost was one of the hardest for this time of the year in their remem- brance. NOTES. — A number of farmers around here are packing their own ap- ples and are going to send them to the "old eod" ander the care of Mr Steep. Mr Wm Good rejoices in the posses- sion of another daughter. Mr Fred Mugford had the serious misfortune to have hie jaw bone broken by coming in contact with a clothes line. On Thursday last the wife of Mr John Pennebaker presented him with an heir in the person of a bouncing baby boy. Mr Harry Mew bas removed from the Maitland and taken tip his in the house owned by Mr John Stev- ens near Zion church. Since his de- parture we hear he bas been, on the sick list. Misses Lizzie and Flo Gled• hill are visiting the former's aunt in Mitchell. Mr and Mrs Butts and Mr. and Mrs P. Fisher are visiting friends In and around Exeter. Mrs J. Long has returned from Ashfleld where she bad been attending the funeral of her sister, Miss Kate Finlay. The piers of Benmiller~ Bridge are undergoing re- pairs, they having been severely dam- aged by the breaking up of the river last spring. Dr Hunter, of Goderich, b s 4541ablished a branch office at the ennulier• hotel, Coming out every .t laoaday,. NTONT ROBERT HOL1bEfd,AJditor and Proprietor. CLINTON, ONT., OCTOBER 16 1896 $1 a year in advance KM when not so paid AROUND THE H -UB. What wide-awake and reliable correspondents find worthy of recording for publication. Sammerhill Blyth Barrels—Apple barrels for sale at 25o each' W. H. Me6LROY, Blyth. TEMPERANCE.—District meeting of the I. 0. G. T. lodge was held ie this village on Wednesday, Oct. 14th. t concert was given at night. ENDEAVOR.—A number from the St. Andrew's church Christian Endeavor society accepted the invitation to meet with the Belgrave society on Wedues- day evening last. VISITORS.—Mies Lizzie Moore, of Brussels; Miss Jennie Miller, of Wrox- eter; Mise Joste Gilbraith, of Bayfleld; Mies Kate Sillers, of Walton; Mr Har- ry Saunders, of Exeter. FAIR.—Despite the Inclemency of BRANCHING.—Mr W. J. Chapman has added another branch to his ex - the weather Blyth Fair was a success. The variety and excellence of the ex• busintensieses, glove factory and tanning business, viz., that of a patent brace, 0. McDonough has charge of this branch. CHEESE FACTORY.—At the end of this month our cheese factor y will close down after its first season's business. Taking everything into account, the the season has been a satisfactory one, and it is expected that next year the output will be mush larger. Mr Hill was fortunate in securing a first-class cheesemaker, and is worthy of renew- ed confidence. Wi>a ghazn. ALL OVER.—The postponed fair, on Tuesday, was well patronized, and the exhibits large. We are glad the fairs are now over. habits, the new and commodious grounds, and the crowds of people pro- claimed that Blyth still leads the coun- ty. The concert at night was well at- tended. ScnooL.—Our lady teachers, Miss 13. Sillers and Miss Annie Ross have re- signed their positions in our public school, and the Board have engaged the following teachers for '97: Mr A. H. Plummer. Principal; Miss McLaugh- lin, of Brussels; Miss Hamilton, of Blyth; Miss Gray, of Seafortb. Stanley ACCIDENT.—On Friday of last week as Mr Samuel Reid was driving on the Bayfield road, about a mile from Brucefleld, the cglt which he was driv- ing took fright and ran into a ditch, throwing Mr Reid out. He was found to be much bruised and his shoulder dislocated. We trust be will ere long be able to resume his duties again. MAY NOT GO ON.—It was recently reported in the legal news that the famous case of Halliday vs. Stanley township would again come up for trial, as a new trial had been granted on appeal. In conversation with Reeve Mclllveen the other day, he stated that the Council had not yet received notice of the trial which should, he thought, come off in Gode- rich about Nov. 12, if it came off at all. A CLOSE CALL.—On Tuesday of last week, while John's son of the vicinity, was engaged in his usual daily routine he was suddenly seized by an Eagle and carried "out of sight" but on Wed- nesday much to the delight of the surrounding neighborhood, who sup- posed he was lost, he alighted safely on the Bauble Line with the Eagle in his possession. We hope that his in- juries may prove to have been of so trivial a nature as to allow him to resume hie position as organist in the church of which he is a member. NOTES,—Miss Rachael Taylor, ac- companied by her neice Miss Adda Bothwell, has returned to Detroit, not the debasement; good sentiment R. J. Richardson, Esq., of Bayfleld from the stage should be second to Road. has again resumed his studies at pulpit exhortation. Toronto University. Mie Wm. Clark, HARMONY AND DISCORD.—The Ser sen., and her daughter, Mrs. H. Peck, I a hie band of the S. A. held forth in went ori the recent excursion es far as i; Pontiac, Michigan, where they visited the sister of the further, Mrs. C. Daw- son. Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was dispensed in Bayfleld Road Pres- byterian Church 'on Sunday, Oct.. 11th; on the Friday previous services being held at 11 a. in. at which a sermon was delivered by Rev. Mr. Burton, of Varna. Miss Maggie Bell, of Detroit, visited friends in this neighborhood recently, Miss Minnie Graham visit- ed relatives in Blyth last week. Miss Brown, who has been visiting at the home of her sister, Mrs W. Graham, returned to Blyth on Monday last. Mr Fitch, wife and child, of Turnberry were visiting friends in Stanley last week. Mrs R. Young, of Quinto, was visiting her mother, Mre D. Frazer,-,-. Mr John McEwen and hie sisters Anna and Isabella May, visited relatives in' Hensall and vicinity during the brat of the week. NOTES.—Mrs Livingstone, mother of the young man recently killed on the G.T.R., is visiting friends in town. F. Kling, who has been on the sick list for the past week, is now on the mend. Mrs J. Elliott and daughter have re- turned after a prolonged visit to friends in Petrolia. Mrs J. Martin, of Clinton, is visiting her daughter, Mrs T. Hessian, of town. Revival services are being conducted in the Methodist church by the pastor Rev. Dr. Gifford. There died in Turnberry, on Sunday last, Mr John King, at the ripe of age of 82 years and 5 months. Dr, Wash- ington Tambyn is practising medicine in the domains of Uncle Sam. EAT AND GROW FAT --Itis a bona fide fact, sir, that at the present time one can live cheaper in Wingham than anywhere this side of China, as far as the inner man is concerned. The butchers, who now number five, are still slaughtering cattle; are also slaughtering prices at the same time; meat they have hitherto been charts- ing 10 cents per Ib. tor, they are now selling at 3 cents; a difference of 7 cts; in the past their profits must have been enormous if it would allow them to make such aump downwards, as they have recently done. We believe in good, honest, fair competition, but not that competition which thorough- ly demoralizes trade, and must eventu- ally bring disaster to the merchant. On MY, THEY ARE GONE.—The Kick- apoos have left Wingham for the city of Bluevale. Billy Western and his stale jokes will not be missed very much in town, but perhaps our facili- ties of comprehension are too feeble to greatly appreciate the most wonderful witty sayings of this great Kickapoo comedian; they might have been more chaste and pure, but on the other hand I do not think Billy would care very much to teach a Sunday Sshool class. All entertainments should have in view the edificatis n of the masses, QUITE A SCARE.—On Thursday of last week quite a commotion was manifest among some of the neighbors on the 2nd and 3rd cons. The cause of trouble was the presence of a suppos- ed escape from the asylum and as the community is not at all noted for such characters, the people naturally felt uneasy when he made his appearance. It seems he had called at a farm house and asked permission to stay all night but just at this moment the farmer's dog arrived on the scene and the ped- estrian, feeling unsafe, made a speedy return to the opposite neighbor where he again made his wants known and, perhaps fearing another dog, walked boldly into the house; seated himself nad began acting in rather a mysteri- ous manner. The inmates of the house becamealarmed and told hila they had no room for him. This had not the desired effect and feeling a little uneasy as the force in the house seemed hardly strong enough, they decided to send to a neighbor for assis- tance. Consequently the daughter was despatched, but when half way whom should ebe meet but the willing watchman on his nocturnal visite. To him she told her story and then both made haste for the house. The invad- er thinking he was in the hands of a constable quietly took his departure and was evidently glad to get off so eissily. Onr would-be constable thinks he ought to have a bell after this to warn the neighbors and we can only say that we fully endorse his seal - men te. Constance NoTEe.—Mr Geo. Coats, of Brussels, is at present picking apples on his farm near the village. Mr J. W. Sing is away to his uncle's funeral at Blue - vale. The farmers are busy taking up their root crop, Mrs Cooper has re- turned from Cleveland, where she spent the summer with her daughter. Mrs Wm. Clark has returned from New York where she was visiting her brother. sirs Jas. Snell, who has been somewhat hr posed for some time, is It'nproving. ingham Saturday and Sunday last, and were well attended. The evening service of Sunday was much inter- rupted by the boisterous behaviour of two young men somewhat under the influence of Old King alcohol. They are well known in Wingham, but we here refrain from giving their names, out of respect for the the good name of their families. There is no compul- sion for one or any to attend the S. A. meetings; should they do so they are always courteously treated; then in the name of common sense why can't they return the compliment; do they think that it adds to their dignity to transform themselves from the state of manhood to that of monkeyhood, if they do they are badly mistaken. Auburn. The following applies to some well- known citizens:—Goldthrope, Cullis & Anderson, at Fibre City, Michigan, have 25 to 30 men working at pulp- wood, have also purchased 500,000 feet of pine and they are now enlarging their saw mill. They have also arrang- ed with the railroad to have a switch put in to their lumber yard. John Hunkins has been unwell and returned to Auburn. A. E. Cullis is home for a short time on business at Auburn. MILLINERY OPENING.—The ladies of the village and vicinity took advan- tage of the cordial invitation extended them, and on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 2nd and 3rd, Mrs "Howson's millin• ery parlors were thronged by compan- ies of ladies who seemingly enjoyed t.be attention bestowed on them. Miss Ballard's tables were ladened with hats that compared favorably with any display seen in Toronto. The large velvet and chenille hats and small jaunty turbans are seen, while the bonnets are small with the blood effect. The trimmings are of every kind and color and the more elaborate and rich, the more stylish the result. Ostrich tips are used on everything,' with wings and flowers; among the new ideas are the spreading ospreys and peacock mounts. A small silk heaver turban with short ribbon and black mounts was mush admired. A large black velvet and green chenille hat, trimmed with bright rosesiand paisley ribbon, was also a thing of beauty. Londesboro SIOB.--Rev. Mr Hamilton le still very sick; he appears to have a complication ot diseases. We hope to hear of a change for the better soon. PERSONAL.—Mies Rigsby, of London, (daughter of Rev. Mr Rigsby, Bl th) is engaged as nurse for Rev. Mr Hawil- top. Rev. Mr Stewart took Mr Ham- ilton's work here on Sunday and Rev. Mr McLean at Burn's church, and both are expected to do so again next Sun- day. Mr Hamilton's brother came to see him last week and stayed a few days. his mother and sister are with him at preoeut, SUDDEN DEPARTrTRE.—Messrs Wm. Stephenson and Wm. Cole, former residents of this place, but latelof Morris, near Brussels, are reportedto have taken a sudden departure for the land of the brave and the free. They have left several creditors to mourn over losses, They have got away from the presence of their creditors, but they cannot get away frorn their con- sciences. Stephenson's family • have moved to Kinburn and Coles have come to this place, to the house form- erly owned by Mr Jackson. NOTES.—Mr Henry Modeland, wife and child are visiting in this neighbor- hood. Mrs Wilson, ot Hensall, and her daughter from Dakota are visiting at A. Wilken's and other friends. Mr John Lear and wife started on Wed- nesday on their homewardourney, but will visit some other friends on the way. Master Alvin Brogden has gone to the Queen City to learn to be a druggist, etc. Mr W. T. Brunsdon retu:ued on Tuesday evening from Manitoba. Mr Jesse Mountain came home from Manitoba on Monday. On Wednesday North Star Lodge I..OG.T. was well represented at the District Lodge at Blyth. Seafort.h. NoTEa.—Mise Annie Cardno, who has been visitinghere for some time, returned to Bualo on Monday. A largely signed requisition was present- ed to Mr D. D. Wilson, on Saturday, asking him to accept nomination for the County Council for District No. 5; Mr Wilson consented and there Is. no doubt whatever of hie election. Mr Wilson and wife left on Monday on a trip to the old country, and expect to bo absent about two monthe. Harold Jeff'reyjand Miss Barton, two of our papular young citizene, were married on Wednesday evening. ltiolruesviile. MISSIONARY.—Next Sunday mission- ary services will be held on the Holmee- ville circuit. Rev. Mr Pring, of Nile, will preach here morning and evening and at Sharon at 2.30 p.m., while May- or Holmes, of Clinton, may take the service at Ebenezer at 3 p.m. NOTES.—Mr W. Cook and Miss Hor- ton, of Leeburn, were visiting at Mr A. Osbaldestin's recently. Mr John Potter, of Woodstock, is visiting friends here. Prior to the departure of Mr and Mrs W. Elford for Goderich, the choir here presented them with a handsome photograph album. A Goon LOAD.—Mr Wm. Grigg, of Colborne, who is noted for being able to haul some rather large loads of wood to town, weighed one load the other day which tipped the beam at 8880 lbs., about 3e cords of dry wood, weighing nearly ft ton is no small jag to bring up the river hill with one team. A PPLES,—Who isn't tired of hearing of apples? Those who sold them for even 25c per barrel are considered somewhat fortunate; those still having them on the trees are almost to be envied, but a large number of those consigning have lost all hope and will feel thankful if they do not have to hand out a 11tle more to meetexpenses. BURNED Ot7T OP HOUSE AND HOME. —The NEw ERA is in receipt of a let- ter from It. Docking, of Cy rens Riv- er, Manitoba, formerly of this place, containing information that will be received with genuine regret by all his old friends in this vicinity. On the 28th of Sept., while a steam thresher was passing the house for a near cut across the country, a spark from the engine set the house on fire ; Mrs. Docking smelled something burning, and looking in the stove saw that there was no fire; going outside she discovered the house on fire and at once gave the alarm; Mr Ducking was working half -a -mile away and the wind was blowing a gale, so that by time he had reached the house it was impossible to save anything. Mrs. Dockingnearly lost her lite iu an at- tempt to save something. The house was insured but the loss over this will be about $800, and they will have to begin life over again where they star t- ed many years ago. This is excesd• ingly hard lines, but Mr Docking he- lieves that in the Providence of God he may yet get up on bis feet again. Bayfield. CHURCH NOTES.—The British and Foreign Bible Society held its annual meeting in the Methodist church on Thursday evening; further particulars later. Mr N. Cinch, of Tuckerswith, preached in Cole's church and in Bay- fleld last Sunday, in the absence of Rev Mr Oaten, who is holding special ser- vices at Bethel. Rev Mr Acheson preached In St. Andrew's church here in the afternoon, and Anniversary ser - mono at the Bethany appointment in tl a morning and evening laet Sunday. The Mission Band held its meeting in St. Andrew's church last Slater day, ESCAPED FROM THE TOILE.—A rath- er exciting and unusual event occurred here on Saturday evening. & young man had been arrested at Kirkton on some felonious charge and was ordered to be committeed to jail for trial. In charge of Constable Sipple, of Zurich, they started for Goderich, Mr Mur- dock, of Heneall, driving, and Me Cooklawyer, accompanying. At Bayfield they stopped for supper, and the prisoner asked permission to visit a closet, which was granted; as he was leaving the same he made a bolt for liberty, and the swiftest member of the trio was uuable to cat.cb him and he made his escape. NOTES.—W. D. Doherty, Clinton, peas In town on Tuesday last. The steam yacht went to Goderich for the winter last week. Miss McEwen and Mrs John Whiddon were in Seaforth Tuesday. H. Dramen attended the Blyth fair last week; he reports a good show. H. Erwin was in Gode- rich on Friday of last week. Mr Bak- er, a former principal of the public school, was in town on Saturday last; W. Hill, of Egmondvilie, accompanied him. Miss L. Elliott is visiting friends in Blyth. Reeve Burne' house is al- most ready to move into; it is a fine structure and shows that Mr Burne has confidence that Bayfleld will yet awake from her lethargy. H. F. Edwards & Son will dissolve partnership and after Nov. 1st, the business will be carried on by F. A. Edwards; no doubt Frank will soon have another partner in hus- iness. Wm. Whiddon was in Clinton on Saturday. There has been a second drier put up at the evaporator', which adds much to the efficiency of the first- class plant in operation all fall. We are pleased to note that John Whiddon has resumed his work in the school to place of Mise Ferguson, who has been supplying for him since the holidays. Other convalescents are John Morgan, Bella Whiddon and W. Kemp. Apple picking around here has come to be quite an industry; however it is likely not to prove as profitable as hereto- fore, as the price has been reduced. Leeburn. MOVING.—Mr John Clutton return- ed from near Hamilton on Monday last, where he has been overseeing the erection of a new house on t he proper- ty lately purchased t here. Th ' t"arnily start for their new home on Monday Mrs Clutton and family will remain I® St rat ford for a few days while Mr Clut- ton, who will drive down, will contin- ue his journey and prepare for their arrival. In their removal the com- munity loses a good citizen, cis Mr Clutton was ever to the front in things pertaining to the welfare of the neigh- borhood. The well wishes of every h..dy follow them to their new home. May prosperity and health be their lot, NOTES.—Miss Harriett Thurlcw is the guest of Mrs Jas. McManus. Mias Sadie and Birdie Hillier, of Goderich, visited relatives here on Sunday, also Wm. Hillier and A. Horton spent a few days bere last week. Mr and Mrs Curwin and daughter, of Goderich township, were the gllests of Mr and Mrs Stirling this week, Mr Wm. Strachan, a former resident, but now of Louisville, Kent.ucxy, is spending a few days vacation among friends in this neighborhood. Mr and Mrs A. H. Clutton spent a few clays last week at the home of the latter, the wedding of her sister, Jennie, being the attraction; Miss .Jennie is known to many here, who wish both her and her hnshand a long and happy life. The hoer of meeting of the Y.P.S.C.E. bas been changed from 730 to 7 p.m., and will continue at that hour till further no- tice. Horace Horton has engaged to work for Mr E. Shaw for a few weeks. Mr and Mrs Jas. McManus rejoice over the addition to their family of a little girl; who saysthere are no girls in tee• burn when ths makes Gia in one funny. Hullett NOTES.—The trustees of S. 5, No. 7, Hullett, have engaged J. S. Laidlaw, of Morris, as teacher for 1897. The Council will meet on Saturday, 10 a.m. TABES.—On Monday next, 19th inst, Mr. Thomas Neilans, Collector, will start on his annual rounds. Mr Neil - an has been at this job so long that his horse knows just where to go first, and the intelligent animal could near- ly collect the taxes itself. WEDDING.—A happy event took cInce at the home of Mr Robt. Bruce, 3th tor., on Wednesday afternoon, hen his second daughter, Miss Bella, was united in marriage to Mr Thomas Little; both are exceedingly popular residents of the 13th, and thia was gen- erously manifested by the very large number of presents received by the bride. Rev Mr McLean performed the ceremony, while Miss Maggie Bruce, sister of the bride, acted as bridesmaid and Mr Blair. of Blyth, as groomsman. The young couple enter upon the real- ities of life with the good -will and es- teem of a large circle of friends. OUR COCOA CRAM Makes and keeps the skip Sol ;; and smooth, Dries right in, hes ing neither oily or sticky. Ytlg;' need it, everybody does at t)1io: ?! time of year. 26s., returnable you dont like it. We Fit Spectacles Right. You take no risks. Positively we will fit you right or refute;- your money. We will do It too at a less price than spectacle•: pedlars or travelling opticians can or will do it. Your con& dance and trade ars worth toe much for us to deceive you.,' Therefore if your sight troubles you, or the glasses you are wear-,' ing do not give good satiefactlOnS''. consult us. Weare alwaye,beret.'.', We test free and chargernoder. ately for the spectacles we sg1I. Tuokersmith. NOTES.—Mrs John Ross, Clinton, is visiting at the home of her daughter, Mrs Wm. Berry. Mrs James Allen returned last week Mout visiting at the horse of her son, Mr John Allen, N. W. Territory. SoCtAL.—On Friday evening, Oct. 23rd, a social will be held in Turner's church. A good program consisting of readings, recitations, vocal and in- strumental music and an address by Mr Abner Cosens, of Egmondville, will be rendered. PERSONALS.—Mr J.G. Crich has don- ned the parental senile. Mise Maggie Dick has returned to her home in Mor- ris. Miss Edith Watters is the guest of her sister, Mrs G. Plewes. Mr Robt. Lar.desboro, has returned to the Lon- don Military School. Miss Annie Mar- shall, of Clinton, will lead the meeting of E.L. of C.E. here on Sunday even- ing next. MARRIAGE.—On Thursday of last week Miss Jennie Fotheringham was married to Mr Alex. Monteith, one of Tuckersmith's successful farmers, at the home of her father, Mr Wm. Foth- eringham. Tne wedding was a quiet one, none hut relatives of the parties being present. Rev. Mr Muir, of Brucefleld, officiated in his usual geni- al manner. The newly married couple left on the evening train from Hensall; they will visit in St. Catharines, De- troit and other places. Their many friends join in wishing them a pleasant journey down the stream of life. Goderich. A Wier, CAem. —Jos. Speers, jr., of Goderich, is asking the divisional court at Toronto to declare invalid the will of his father, Jos. Speers, made In 1803, and to declare valid a former will of 1888, which the son says was the only will he was mentally capable of making, and which left him all. Heirs who come under the last will say that Judge Doyle, of Huron County, was right m declaringthe last willlvalid, but Mr Speers, jrr., says Judge Doyle was not the senior • judge of Huron Conntjt atld had no power to adjudi. Cats the matter. re - ALLEN & WILSON'S Druggists and Opticians What We Say, That We Do. Porter's Hill. NOTES.—The Annivert;;,py ss Vjce held in the Methodist t3hurch on Sun- day last ware well attended, Rev Mr Acheson, of Kippen, preaching in his -- usual good style. At a recent meeting of the trustees of our school Mr D. Smith was re-engaged for another year. Miss H. McDougal, who has been very sick, is improving. Mr Potter was confined to his bed for se- veral days with muscular rheumatism,.s but is able tQ be out again. Mr J. P'ot-- ter. wife and family, .re yigitin friends in this neighborhood, 1tii~d Moore, of Mitchell, is visiting her daughter, Mrs W. Lobb. Master H. Cook and sister paid a flying visit to friends around the hills. The cold web weather reminds us that winter is drawing near. Mr and Mrs Ivison, of Kippen, were visiting at Mr E. 0, Pot- ter s this week. Mr and Mrs J. L. Courtice, of Holmesville, epentSupday; with Mr J. Pickard. Special meetings are being held in the Methodist church: Mrs J. Wallis is again in vary poor health. The familiar face of MH. Newton was seen at the hills on Tues- day. Brucefleld A Snap.—Ladles call and seoare some of our bargains, which we are offering on Prints, Drees Goods, Art Mullins, Oretonnes, etc., previous to opening out;new goods. Our Flannellettes are e marvel, 32 limbos wide for 7o. To any lady pur- chasing for cash $10,00 worth of'goods we will present a very pretty lamp.—MRS. GEO. BAIBD JG SON, Hensall NOTES.—R. Bell, jr., is building a brick addition to his foundry, to meebrr the demands of his rapidly increasing business. On Saturday Frank Mar-_„ shall and Ogle Johnston shot a coob,,;f which was lodged in the crotch ohs tree in Andrew Murray's bush; the coon weighed 25 pounds. On Saturday. Fred Smallacomhe smashed his pre- vious record as barrel maker to pieces, when he turned out 111, apple barrels; this is the great e -,t day'd work we have heard -of, and we think him the fastest cooper in Ontario. On Mondtay the 19th, the Y. P. S. C. E. of St. Andrew's church, Kippen, will hold their Anni- versary services, when the following-'; speakers will be preeenl: —Revs Grant, of St. Marys; Muir, of Brucefleld; Mac-. Donald, of Seafortb; Henderson and Waddell, of Hensall. Additional Looai Naas. Robt, McLean, the Secretary of the Ontario Underwriters' Association, whu died in Toronto, Tuesday, aged 80 years, was at one time a resident of Clinton. • Mr Jos. Chidley barn taken a position as ti aveller for Broadfout & Box, of ` Seaforth, and started on his route last, klouday. Hie territory is the whole of Western Ontario. Mr Jas. Snell shipped a fine Leciester ram to a breeder in Neshraska on Thursday. He also sold two Shear ling rams at Wingham show, and one to G. Penbale, of Exeter. Mrs H.R. Walker, of town, and Mrs „ J. Bailey, of Hullett, both underwent serious surgical operations this week and their friends will be pleased to know that they are doing as well as can be expected. SOMETHING UNUSUAL.—Mr Thomas `xF Cottle, who is engaged in packing app .;' pies, has come across a couple which Y; are certainly freaks of nature. One of them has three varieties in one—. Canada Reds, King and Spy, and each variety is as distinctly marked as if'`:'t` divided ori by a knife. The other ap- ple has the same varieties, but they are not quite so clearly marked. Scaooe BOARD.—The regular meet- ing of the school board was held on Monday; the report of Mr Lough. showed he number of pupils enrolled .� to he boys, 248; girls, 214; average et- tendance for September 890. Condit.: conal arrangements were made towards re-engagement of the teachere. The. Principal reported the attendance very irregular, as the Truant Officer`, >. does not appear to be able to put the :- law in force. The Board expreseedsate isfaction with Mr Welsh's performance' of his duties, he having devoted a greats deal of time and attention thereto,,', Perhaps it disposition to be slightly len;- lent on the part of the Mayor may be:,':4:? to blame for part of the irregularity', but by no means all; there are so manlyy'rr possible evasions of the law.that it exceedingly difficult to carry out. The; Truant Officer has tried to avoid inetire ring costs to parents but if they wilt'.;; not send their children regularly be school, they will have to abide by the law. ur Bon. Joseph Martin,who is t�bottl les Ottawa for horde, states thiel for .; Oh years hs will delete himisill ati and at the end of bhai bias hili ti he ztiay rt=lur'!'s't )chiles.