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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton New Era, 1896-10-30, Page 1pig tf it Clothes That Are "Tailored" In the highest sense of the word. They have an easy, graceful rest. The best materials, the best workmanship, the best trimmings, the best of everything—go to make the suits we sell. Our Overcoatings In ChevoitM, Beavers, Venetians, aro samples of the right kind at the price. Call in and flee them. WARM UNDERWEAR This is Underwear weather, the time to change from light to heavy makes. Try un for Undercloth- ing of all kinds, our values are not equalled in the trade. Hodgens Bros. CLINTON Wir gham. OPERATION.—About six weeks ago the 7 -year-old son, of Mr D. Duncan, Glenanne.n, fell while playing at school and injured the bone of his leg. It was hoped at first that he a ould re- cover without permanent injury, but it was at last found necessary to am- putate the Limb, a short distance above the knee. The operation was perform- ed on Saturday last. At latest re- portse little sufferer is progressing or - ]y. NOTES.—Sohn Hannah has issued an address to the electors of division No. 7, soliciting their sufferage_in support of his candidature for the Huron coun- ty council of 18978. The local butchers are pruning down prices to a nicety; beefsteak is advertised at four pounds for 25c. The last stretch of the new granolithic walk was opened for traf- fic on Monday morning; the Main St. has now upwards of three quarters of a mile of this improved walk in use. The tax collector is on his rounds; the rate is 22 mills on the dollar. A. 11. Musgrove has been engaged as princi- pal of the public school at a salary of $776 per annum. Mr Robt. Irvin. of Lower Wing.ham, met with a painful accident on Sunday morning, when he slipped On his doorstep and fell vio- lently to the ground; hs received a cut across the forehead and was uncoo- scious for some time. Mr C. E. Will- iams. druggist, has disposed of his stock to Gordon di Co., of this town. Brussels. SOLD OUT, — Brussels Herald has changed hands again, Mr Sarney, of Elora, having purchased the plant, and taken possession this week. It is said that Mr Woolsey, who has edited the Herald for the past year, will resume his old position on the staff of the Toronto Telegram. Mr Sarney makes the fourth gentleman at the wheel since the Herald was started about, three years ago. NOTES.—Among the names mention- ed es probable aspirants for the posi- tion of Postmaster in Brussels in case of an opening are F. S. Scott, John Shaw, of Teeswater; W. H. McCrack- en, A. Cousley, Councillor Graham and Daniel Stewart; the name of John Mc- Crae has also been spoken of. Mrs G. F. Blair is progressing favorably from her attack of typhoid fever. Douglas, son of Rev. G. FI Oobbledick, B.D., of Glencoe, late of Brussels, has been laid up with scarlet fever. A. Scott, 3rd line, Morris, made his first visit to Brussels for two years last Monday. Seaforth. DEATH.—The remains of Mrs Ood- bolt, nee Bertba Rogers, youngest daughter of the late R. P. Rogers, and sister of Mrs D. Johnson, of Seaforth, who died at her home in Toronto, on the 14th inst., were brought to Sea- forth on Saturday last for interment in the family plot in the Maitland Bank cemetery. NOTES.—Miss Della Livens 18 on a visit to her parents in town after an absence of over three year�in Jackson- ville, I11., where she held n excellent position as stenographer to Judge Malcolm. We are happy to state that Mr John McMann, who has been dan- gerously ill during the past week, is showing signs of recovery. Keith McLean, who bad his leg broken while playing football on the first day of the Seaforth fall show, is getting along nicely, although he has been confined to bed ever since. Mr D. Tracksell has disposed of his bakery and confec- tionery business to Mr Wm. Clark. Exeter NOTES,—Mr Sohn Moore is suffering from a painful abscess on hie arm these days. Mr Samuel Parsons, London road, lost a valuable cow one day last week from milk Lever; this is the sec- ond Mr Parsons bas lost this year. Mr T. S. Leelkhart: is at present indisposed . andunable to fillhis position as prin- cipal of the school. W. Southcott has withdrawn his branch store from Cred- iton; Jo's'ph Clark, who was manag- "ng tt,hav~ tigdeatdedto go to Colorado. ROBERT HOLMES, Sditi and RrPpi lest ': CLINTON, ONT,, OCTOBER 30 1896 -A.,-ROUNU► THE 1117-13 Teat wide-awake and reliable oorresperidiiti'ixs and worthy of recording for publication, Blyth Barrels—Apple barrels for Bale at 26o. b W. 11. MeglAtOY, Blyth. . ' Goderich Township TAFFY PULL.—The first taffy pull of the season was held at Mr Chlsholm'e, of the 4th con., one night last week. A very enjoyable evening was spent in the amusements for the occasion, and in the "wee sma oure" all return- ed home well satisfied with their treat. These parties will no doubt be continu- ed from time to time during the win- ter months and will be eagerly sought after by all who find pleasure In an external application of taffy. NOTES.—Mies Young, of Goderich, is visiting at Mr Wm. Wakefield's, on the 61h con. Mr W m. Clarke, whose SAD INDEED,—Last week we made mention of the death of the second daughter of Mr and Mrs John McMil- lan and this week we are called upon to chronicle the death of their third daughter, Miss Annie, which ead event took place on I+'ridav evening. Con- sumption, the disease which carried off her brother and sister, was the cause of her death. She has been a sufferer from it for the past two years. Her funeral took place on Sunday and was the largest ever seen in this neighbor- hood. The bereaved parents and rela- tives have the sympathy of the com- house was burned last week, has mov- munity in this their third affliction by ed into the vacant house owned by Mr death within three months. W. Edwards. NOTES.—Mrs G. King has returned home from a lengthened visit with Detroit friends. Mr and Mrs Wise, of Goderich township, visited their daughter, Mrs A. H. Plummer, last week. Mr Wm. Crittenden left on Wednesday for the Canadian Soo, where he has secured employment. The other day Messrs Munn Bros. & Fluffer threshed on the farm of Mr Jas. Smith, 8th con., Morris, 140 bushels of Wheat in 40 minutes; this is a record breaker. There is considerable sick- ness in this locality at present; among those who are confined to their home are:—Mrs N. H. Young, Mr J. H. Chel- Iew, Mr Geo. Stewart and Miss Lina Coulter. W. H. Kerr, of Brussels, ad- dressed the children in the Methodist Sunday school here on the 25th, Mrs A. Garter has returnedfrom'-ier trip to Manitoba; her impressions of that pro- yince were very favorable. On Friday evening Mrs M. Young arrived home from the west, where she has been vis- iting since August. W. W. Taman and A. Robinson spent Friday in Gode- rich. A. hunting party, consisting of W. W. Sloan, Dr W. Sloan, and A. Sr Dickson, left on Tuesday tor a fele weeks in Muskoka. The building of Mr Livingstone's saw -mill is progress- ing. Mrs Sheppard, from Muncey- town, is spending a few weeks with her daughter, Mrs (Dr.) Tait. We are pleased to see J. G. McGowan able to be among his friends again. The youth of the village are preparing for Hallow• e'en by practising "tick -tack" on the windows of unsuspecting villagers.— A heavy fall of snow surprised our vil- lagers on Saturday morning, The Public Reading Rooms were opened for the first time this season on Satur- day evening. Mr N, H. Youngand Mrs Myles were at Lakelet on atur- day, attending the funeral of their sis- ter-in-law Mrs Young, of that place. Miss F. McGregor, our popular young dressmaker, has closed shop and left our village. Miss Curtis has returned from a visit to friends in Goderich. Usborn e. FIRn.—On Tuesday night last fire broke out in the residence occupied by Mr W. McNee, and before discovered the entire building was envelope,d in flames. The inmates of the house were out visiting at the time. hence everything was destroyed, including $30 in money. The loss to Mr McNee is considerable. No insurance. DEATH OF LITTLE SCARY QUIrTON.— It will be sad news to many, particu- larly her many school mates here, to bear of the death of little Mary Quin- ton, eldest daughter of Wm. and Eliza- beth Quinton, of tTsborne, who died on Thursday last, at the age of 12 years, 8 months and 85 days. As stated last week she had been suffer- ing from an acute brain trouble and had been sick only a short time. Lucknow. FIRE.—Early Tuesday morning fire destroyed the store house of Mr D. Sheriff, of Lucknow. In it was stored about 6,000 bushels of grain. Loss ful- ly covered by insurance. Pliovirscia . J. 5, Tennant, of this village, has been ap- pointed Provincial Deputy High Chief Ranger of the Independent Order of Foresters. PLOWING MATCH.—We understand that the Hemlock City Plowing Match Association intend having their annu- al plowing match this year on or about the 7th or 12th of November. The date has not yet been definitely settled, but an announcement to that effect will be made in our next issue. PASSED AWAY.—Mrs Annie McDon- ald, relict of the late Archibald Mc- Donald, died at her residence, Wil- oughby street, on Wednesday morn- ing, in the 73rd year of her age. Leeburn. NOTES.—Mies Rachel Cook spent Sunday with her parents here. Mas- ter William Hillier. of Goderich spent Tuesday in this burg. Mies Bell Cook has been home for two weeks with a sprained Ankle, but.. we are glad to say, is improving. Mr and Mrs John Shaw and son Benjamin paid Mr and Mrs P. Stuart a visit on Sunday. Mrs Joseph (look is at present visiting friends in Hol mesville. ACCIDENTS.—Master Hume Glutton met with an accident the other day. While he was standing on the waggon the horse started and he fell off, catch- ing his foot in the wheel. It sprained hie leg; but we hope to see him run- ning around again soon. Another ac- cident happened last Friday, the vic- tim being Mrs Joseph Cook. She was sweeping the cellar steps, having the trap door propped up with a hoe, when she accidentally struck the hoe with the broom, bringing the door down up- on herself. It will likely be some days before she is herself again. Tuckers/nith. FartM SOLD.—Mr Jas. McGeoch bas sold his farmon the $rd con. of Tuok- ersmith, east, of . Egmondville, to his brother Samuel, for 05,500. It con- tains 100 acres, and is a good place, No 'ze.--Mr Jchn McLean, deputy. reeve, has been selected as the nomi- nee for the neer county, council. - Stephen. DEATPH OF SIDNEY SANDERS.—Very general and deep regret is expressed as the death of Sidney Sanders, a deaf mute, of Stephen, who passed to his reward on Tuesday night, at the age of 61 years. Deceased had been ailing all summer of pulmonary trouble, but his buoyant spirits enabled him to re- sist the ravages of the disease until Monday when he was suddenly attack- ed by an acute attack of urinary trouble and his case soon became ser- ious. dying a few hours later. De- ceased was never married but bad al- ways lived with his brother William, where his death took place. He was a good neighbor, kind hearted and true, and his death, will be keenly felt ie the immediate vicinity. Morris NOTES.—John Wilson, of the 2nd con„ has rented his farm for a term of years to Wm, Killough, of Grey town- ship; Mr Wilson had a sale of his stock and implements on Thursday; he in- tends to remove shortly onto a peach farm in Essex county. It is hoped and fully expected that Reeve Mooney will be a county candidate for division No. 6; he would be sure of polling a large vote on account of the ability and goodudgment he showed in handling the Morris bridg question and bringing it to a successful close for the township. West Wawauosh• SOLD.—Thos. Radcliff has disposed of hie timber to Messrs Cullis & Gold- thrope. They have moved their por- table mill and will commence work immediately. NOTES.—Ed. McGuire bad a shooting match and raffle on Wednesday, by which be disposed of a large flock of turkeys. Miss Tyndall, of Carlow, is engaged to teach in Donnybrook school for 1897Quarterly eecvices will be held at Nile on Sabbath next at 10.30; there will be no service ir, Ebenezer in consequence. David Bell spent Sun- day with friends on the 4th. Mr and Mrs E. Phillips, of Whitechurch, Sun- dayed at Robt, Medd's. A. Feagan was the guest of John Mills last Sun- day. Miss E. Scrimgeour is at present visiting in Kincardine. Mr Stephen- son and family, of Ripley, were visit- ing the lady'sparents,on the boundary, this week. Richard Bruce has engag- ed with Cullia & Goldthrope for the winter. Miss R. Smith, of Dungannon, spent a few days this week with tier sister, Mrs W. Oliver. Mrs George Whitney, of Auburn, visited her sis- ter, Mrs Roberton, a few days last week. Ed. Caesar, of Dungannon, vis- ited at John Hickingbottom's Sunday. Hullett GONE WEST.—On Tuesday last Mr John Murdock and family left Blyth, for Tyner, Dakota, where they pur- pose residing in future, Mr Murdock had a good home here, hut with a growing family, he realized that the west offers opportunities not to be had here. Mr Murdock was a man of more than usual intelligence, well- read on all the public and moral issues of the day, and always exerted his in- fluence on the side of right and for the best interest of his fellows. We regret exceedingly his departure, because be is the stamp of man ()anode, needs more of, and he carries away nothing but the very best wishes of scores of friends. Hensall NOTES.—Mr George Joynt has his fine new two storey dwelling all en- closed and roofed. Mr Walter Cox - worth, youngest son of Mr Jas. Cox - worth, of the Centennial hotel, has re- cently openadout a new hat nese shop in the north end of the Centennial block. Wo were pleased to see that Mrs Carlisle, who was very seriously ill during the past few months, was sufficiently recovered to undertake her first trip to London one day last week. The friende of Mr John Caldwell, sr., who is living with his son, William , will regret to learn that he has been unwell for some weeks past, and will hope to bear of his recovery. Stanley FrraE.—The barn of John Rathwell Babylon line, Stanley, was destroyed by fire Wednesday night about eight o'clock. The building contained all this season's crop. Mr Bothwell in- tended threshing in a few days. His loss will 14 heavy. Insured in the Hay Co. Cause of fire unknown -- either accidental or by incendiarism. Noes. -4n Sunday morning last Mr A. Whittingham had the misfor- tune to lose a valuable mare; she died before veterinary skill arrived. The fine weather during the lest week has been favorable for finishing hottest operations, such as the ingathering of maagolds, turnips, apples, etc, Mrs Campbell and her son, George prCid a short visit t� friends at Grand Bend during the first of the week. Thresh- ing is nearly finished. tn`thie part of the township; the results are general- ly eatiefactoty. • g Uolmesville. LEAGUE.—The Leaglre meets next Monday night as usual. The program will be unusually interesting, and will take the form of a topical song service. All are cordially invited to attend. TRMPLARs, — The interest in the Royal Templars is still keeping up. Their next meeting instead of being on Monday will be the night follow- ing, Tuesday, 10th. The program will be arranged especially for English- men, but all members are requested to be present, CH11RCa NOTES.—Next Sunday will be held the regular quarterly services in the Methodist church. On Sunday morning Mr J. H. Lowery , gave us a splendid sermon from Daniel 1, 8, "But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself;" either Mr Lowery is a general favorite in Holmes- ville or the large crowd knew they were going to get something good, for the congreation was unt sually large; we think it was for both reasons. NOTES.—Mr Jas. B, Lobb, of Galt, is spending a few days with his sister, Mrs G. Holland, and other friends. Mrs Jos. Cook, of Leeburn, is visiting relatives here. Mrs Potter, er., who has been on an extended trip to her daughter, Mrs Kemp, of Mitchell, and her son John, of Woodstock, returned this week. Mise Hamilton, of Clinton, spent Sunday in the village. Miss N. Smith and Miss C. Daymeet, of Clin- ton, were guests at Mr Stanley's Sun- day afternoon. SUCCESSFUL—We are glad to state that, though in his examination Mr McRoberts was 12 marks of gaining his 1st class certificate, he appealed and on re-examination the examiners have awarded him his certificate. HA has been attending the Goderich Colle- giate Institute since vacation. but will immediately enter the Toronto School of Pedagogy, from which he will Come a full-fledged High School teach• er. • We congratulate Mac, upon his success for if there ever was a student he is the one. PROMOTIONS.—The following is the result of the October promotion exam- inations in the school here:—III to IV —Thomas Cook, John Mulholland, Em- ily Colclough, Brownie Andrews. Jr. III to Sr. III—Harvey Mulholland, Ed- gar `lrewartha, Willie Williams. II to III—.Lizzie Dempsey, Fred Potter, Tee- sie Crooks, Nettie Ramsay, Eddie Ba - dour, Joseph Cook, Rosa Dempsey, Mabel Pickard, Josephine Gravel'. Jr. 11 to Sr. II—Edith Mulholland, Myrtle Lavis, Eddie Williams, Florence Tre- wartha. Pt. 11 to II class—Henry Ba - dour, Roy Pickard, Olive Sturdy, How- ard Williams, Blanche Tebbutt. Pt. I to Pt. II—Florence Lavis, Wilfred Colclough, George Colclough, Daisy Williams. C. L. FISHER, teacher. Goderich. NEW LIGHT.—The town on Thurs- day tested the dynamo and incandes- cent lighting plant installed by the National Electric Co., of Eau Claire, Wis. The dynamo was running con- tantly for 22 hours with ten per cent. overload, and worked magnificently, the temperature being below the speci- fied degree of heating. �. BEFORE THE JUDGE.—Last Fri;l ay Police Magistrate Seager completed the hearing of the charge of seduction against Oscar Winmill, of West Wa- wanosh, and sent the case up for trial. He appeared before Judge Masson, on Tuesday, for election, and will be tried on Nov. 19th. "Tab" Craig was brought before the Judge for election on the several charges now pending against him. The defence claimed to be not ready for election, and the case was adjourned to allow more time. HURON'S DISTRICT MEDAL.—ln an- swer to an enquiry from County Clerk on behalf of the Goderich Horticultur- al Society, Mr A. H. Pettit replied that a few days ago he received the medals awarded at the World's Fair for Ontario fruit exhibits, eleven in number, and one of which belongs to Huron. He says the Minister of Agri - cult tire ri- culture is very anxious that, instead of distributing these amongst the dis- tricts. they should all be put in a suit- able case or frame and hung up in the Legislative buildings,where, he thinks, they will be more beneficial as an ad- vertisement of what this Province can do in fruit. OPENING OF New ST. PETER'S.—The handsome stone structure at the head of North-st., erected on the site of old St. Peter's church, is rapidly nearing completion, and its opening is announc- ed for Nov. 8th, on which occa Bion High Maes and dedication services will he held at 11 o'd ck, A. M. by Bishop O'Connor, of London; a musical service and sermon in the afternoon at 3.30, for which occasion the Harmony Orcb- eetra has been engaged; at 7,30, ser- vice of music and sermon. The Strat- ford choir assisted by the Goderich Orstrestra, will furnish the music. Musical talent will be present from London, Toronto and other pointe. His Grace, Archbishop Walsh, of To- ronto, is expected to be present; but should he nct be able to come, Father Ryan, rector of St. Micbael's Cathedral, Toronto, will be present, and in addi- tion some twenty priests from the sur- rounding counts res will also be present. Mr W, J. Robinson of Conseoon wee killed in a runway aooidect. Hon. Mr. Laurier was banqueted at Quebec. Li Hung Chang sae been appointed Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs. $1 a year in advance $1,G0 when not so paid Londesboro ENTERTAINMENT.—A first class en- tertainment will be given in the Tem- perance hall, Londesboro, by the pu- pils of S.S. No. 8, Hullett, on the even- ing of Thanksgiving Day. No expense will be spared to make this the event of the season. All come and spend a pleasant evening. NOTES.—North Star Lodge is boom- ing at the present time; there is a con- test which is increasing the intereet very much. Mr B. Lawrison has left this place this week, having obtained a situation with Mr Brockenshire, of Winghake. 'Every body here is look• ing forwert , to a grand time at the dinner here:rtn Nov. 5th; it is expected to eclipse all former efforts of the kind. Miss Millen, of London, made a short visit in the village after nursing Mrs Woods. Rev. Mr Hamilton is not so well as last week, having suffered e. relapse. Prices of grain, flour and pork have advanced coneiderably bete the last two weeks; butter and eggs are also advancing, but are very scarce. Our nimrods bre beginning to range the woods for game, but do not find very much. The c mery closes this week; the butter i' been sold at a good figure and wi ,+be shipped direct to London, England: Mr Ouimette shipped a car of apppples'to Chicago this week, as a test of Uctcle Sam's market. Mrs Ashley Is visiting in Whitechurch. The social and literary entertainment of the E.L. of O.E., on Monday night, was very successful, financially, but not so well patronized by the congre- gation as the League could have wleh- ed for, considering the object in view; the program was well rendered. Miss Johnston spent Sunday at home, in Wingham, Mr J. Hill is in Exeter this week. Cyclist R. E. Axton was well ahead of the records in a trial against time at Brant- ford, when he fell and broke hie collar bone fa Mr. Robert Edgar, tax collector of Owen Sound, shot himself fatally while out hunting. The Saskatchewan Liberals will con- vene on November 25th to select a can- didate for the Commons. Hon. Mr. Tarte was entertained at the Manitoba Club_ es" the guest cf Nom Hugh John Macdonald, irniikfber for Wid;hipeg. Atibllrn. MovED.—Last week Messrs Gold- thrope & Cullis moved their portable sawmill back to Mr Thos. Radcliffe's bush, on the 3rd con. of West Wawa - nosh. They are going to cut rollers for the English market, I,O.G.T.—The following are the of- ficers elected last Monday evening for the next quarter for Maitland Temple No. 304, I,O.G.T.:—C.T., Ed. Mole; P. C.T., Mary Sturdy; V.T., Eliza Clark; Sec., Wm. Mole; F.S., L. Errett;Treas„ John Wilson; Mars,, R. Roberton; Chap. A. T. McDonald; Guard, Dora Errett; San , M. Baer. NOTES.—Mr John Murdock, long a resident of the township of Hullett, left last Tuesday for Dakota, where he intends to reside in future. Miss Stout, of Clinton, has been engaged to teach the junior department of our public school for next year. Messrs C. Howson and C. Cullis have purchased the sawmill here lately owned by Mrs Cullis and worked by Goldthrope & Cullis last year. Wm, Rodgers and Moses Hantzaur have been busy run- ning a cooper's shop here this fall, and find it next thing to impossible to sup- ply the demand. Mr Robt. Stalker returned home the latter part of last week from Dakota, where be has been threshing this fall; he gives glowing accounts of the west. Mr W. Sturdy leaves next Monday morning for Parr Sound dietrict,where he intends spend- ing the winter on his farm. Additional Coal News. 6th Diocesan C- onvention The Oth Diocesan C- onvention of the Huron layworkers and Sunday School teachers began here Wednesday. The Lord Bishop of Huron took the chair at 3m., Mr Principal Dymond and Mr Chancellor Crony», and Rev. J. Downie, chairman of Sunday School committee, being also on the plat- form. Rev. Di. Sweeney, of Toronto, was invited to a seat thereon. A fter opening services Messrs McWhinney ani Ransford were appointed serretar,„ ies. The chairman then sketched the history of the convention, which had gathered strength in progress. The object of the convention was to de- velop lay help and to encourage the work of Sunday Schools; this had not been done in the past as much as it should, more men and women were needed to consecrate themselves to the Lord's work at home and abroad. Mr Thos. Scullard, of Chatham, read a paper on the subject of the Teaching of elder scholars, which gave his ex- perience as a learner and the obstacles in the way, which were described as, first, ignorance of the text of scripture; and second, ignorance of the manners and customs of those times, and point- ing to a remedy in the following of Christ's Method of teaching. Rev. Rural Dean Sweeny read a paper on The child in the church, and showing the duties of parents and ' Sunday School teachers as well 99 the clergy in fitting the child for his place in the church. A number of clergymen and laymen took part in the discussion, in- cluding Revs. C. W. Hedley and J. Downie and Messrs Woods and Har- rison. Principal Dymond urged cau- tion on the part of the teacher, and pointed to the Prophet Isaiah as an example of Messianic preaching; he also urged the necessity fur using language easily understood. The Bishop of Huron gave an earn- est address at the close, showing the importance of up -lifting Christ and of simple preaching of gospel truths. In the evening a public service was held in the church, conducted by the Rector and others; the lessons being read by two laymen, Messrs Professor Harrison and H.A. Genett. The Bis- hop preached a characteristic sermon of eloquence and earnestness. RUBY WEDDING.—Mr and Mrs H. Joyner celebrated their ruby wedding on Tuesday evening by having an At Home in the afternoon. and a party for the young' folk in the evening, when they tripped the light fantastic to good music and had,- a very enjoy- able evening. Both the Bost and host- esil received the cornpllinenta and good wlshed Of a 'largo number of guests. xhq.>famiiypreiiei ted their parents YOU probably like many others need Cod Liver Oil, but cannot take the usual emulsions or plain oil, - Then' come to nu, We re- commend Wampote's Taste- less Preparation. In it you cannot taste the Cod Liver Oil, All you taste is Wild Cherry, and that is pleasant; what you get is flesh and strength. It cures coughs, colds, and wasting diseases. Ask your doctor; then come to us, ALLEN & WILSON Druggists and Opticianp..., with two beautifully upholstered chairs, We extend out congratula- tions, and hope that they may live to. celebrate their golden wedding. The fallowing address accompanied the presentation of the chairs, to which Mr Joyner made a very suitable reply.. To OUR DEAR FATHER AND MOTrIErt,—We, the members of your family. met together this evening, to celebrate this the 40th anniversary of your wedding. In looking back over our past lives, and remembering the many loving acts of kindness, parental tenderness, carc and affection bestowed upon us in the years that are gone and realizing how you have both toiled and labored for us in health, and watched pvenu8 And lei doily nursed us in sickness, we desire at this tiiu8 tQ QxDress our thaikfn'nese. our sincere love, and Our gr aQ16Nd'e' by t.r, soul• Ing each of you with a chair, not his tut: mere value of the present, but as a token o. log an`9 affection, and an emblem of the rest. w of you to enjoy, a rest well and faithfully carne,., and when enjoying the comfort you may desire from these presents you will remember with loving thoughts the givers. While we thank our Heavenly Father that you have been sp.Jed to us so many yoars,we sincerely hope and pray that you may both be spared for many years to come, and that the future may have l;: >'.ore for you much comfort and happiness. Division Court. The regular sittings of the Division Court were held here on Tuesday. There were only two cases up for trial, These were: MacPherson & Hovey Co. v Edwards —Action for balance due on a thresher and for balance of account fur goods ordered. The defence relied on here was that of jurisdiction. Judgment for plaintiff. Routledge v Steep—Action for the price of 26 bbls of apples delivered by Off. at Clinton station to deft's. ware- houseman, for which a bought rote was given signed by the warehouseman for Steep. The apples had been bought by Stanley and packed by his men. the defence was that deft. bad no contract existing between plff. and deft., the deft. repudiating Stanley's agency in the purchase of the apples. Judgment was given for plff., the Judge holding that the deft. was bound by the accept- ance of the goods by the warehouse- man. House of Refuge Notes George Young, from the township of Stephen, is the latest arrival as an inmate. Donald McArthur, an inmate from Morris township, died on Tues- day morning, aged N5 years; cause of death was convulsions; his body was taken away by his friends and will be buried in the Brussels cemetery. There are at present 63 inmates in theHouse, and 11 of them are confined to their rooms through sickness, and their meals have to be carried to them. Mr and Mrs M. Y. McLean, M.P.P., visited the House of Refuge on Monday last, and left the following remarks written in the Visitors' Book, which speaks for itself:—"I had the pleasure of go- ing through the House of Refuge to- day and I am delighted. with te. clean and orderly manner in w the whole institution is kept, art well as the cheerful and comfortable condition of the inmates. It is a greatblessing that these poor and un- fortunate people can be made so com- fortable. Mr and Mrs French also seem to take so kindly an interest not alone in the inmates, but with every- thing connected with the institution. Everything is comfortable, neat, clean and in every way creditable." The officers and inmates take this oppor- tunity of thanking Mr and Mrs Mc- Lean for their kind and liberal dona- tion of valuable reading matter, con- sisting of excellent periodicals and magazinee, which will be very highly appreciated by many of the inmates. I. 0. Q. T. District Meeting. District Lodge No. 24 opened in due form, at Blyth, Oct. 14th, Mr Farnham in the chair. There were about 65 del- egates present, seven lodges being rep- resented. There was a slight decrease in the membership, owing to the sum- mer mon the. The advisability of hold- ing two meetings in the year was dis- cussed, but it was unanimously carried to hold three as usual, as they, thought it keeps up theeinterest better. There were several interesting speeches given by Rev. Mr Andrews and others. The next meeting Is to be held in Clinton in February. The members of Blyth lodge held a concert on the evening of the 14th, most of the delegates staying. and a number taking part in thepro- gram. Quite a profitable and enjoy- able time was spent. Clinton Y. P. Local Union Topics) at the several Young People's Society maattngs being held during the week:— Rattonbur St. Methodist IS.L. of r '". Mon. day, Nov. 2nd—Consecration service, . li oat1, collection and monthly reports. Rattenbury St. Methodist Girl's Jusier til, L. of 0. E. Fridayevening from 7 Mg. sion- seotation, letter H, Collection Roll eau. Ontario St. ll . L. of O. 111. Topto for Nev. tad Coneecratloe and rill 08.11. Wlilis Presbyterian 0. E. "1"d$o, ftiaRriY., 4t12 -Myr favorite Bible lave_ b, a} rot, 0ataCb1snt 4treetion 2 sit Ti.IdircN4 •'a,; sl% 7 irk ti�