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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron News-Record, 1896-05-27, Page 1IlVDAPJltN,DA142' IN ALL TH.t.KOS-^4E17T,R414 ij JT02'RING A. 1q[ TOO it Syne., end Owner CLINTON. HURON ClOUNTY, O TT. WEDNESDAY. Y. MAY `27, 1896. iflk *,A,6psr /canal;, 1.00 la Advance. • i WHOLE NO. 915 Amor Beverages 4109,1•ahhp000OOsI•s• kilneer Ale, Lemon Sour, Birch Baer, Sod a, Dream and plain. able and ./neral Waters .&ppolinarie,Crystal Rook and Con- " grass Water, aleo Montserrat Lime Fruit Jriioe 'imported direct from the, Winston plantations in the nd of Montverrat. f` Clinton Liquor Store. hack Kennedy. 1896, * MAY *,1896 au. Mo. Tu. We. Th. Fr. SE. - 0 0 X7, 24 31 mm 11 X8 25 12 19 26 - - 6 13 20 27 - - - - 7 14 21 28 - - I 8 15 22 29 2 i6 23 30 Brief Towle Topics. • Returning Officer Todd and Clerk Cooper were thrown from their wheels Fridaysand received a severe shaking up. Mr. J. W. Crane, of Blyth, is here acting as baggage master in the ab- sence of Mr. John McGuire who is on a six week's trip to the U. S. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. May, of the Nile, were iaet•and this week the guests of Mr: and-Ittra Hillock. The lady has a • piney rose plant with fifty-four buds. 14r.•,Brooks, of 'Mitchell, was here this week on a brief visit. Mrs. Brooks has been here for some time owing to the illness "of Mr. David Cantelon, • • her brother. 11drs:`(Rev.) Hodgins and Mrs. Sad Ile of Seaforth, took in the concert "Brownies in. Fairyland" here last Fri- day _ ht. They were the guests of • - Dry .Mrs. Freeborn. , M A. Johnston, formerly of Clin- • ton and now of Stratford, was the fL3 e t grrzp&t:; ;of Mrs. Alex. McKenzie last Week. The lady left here for WIng- ham. Messrs. W. Jackson and John Rens- ' 'ford with picked teams played an in- teresting game of bowls last Wednes- .day. The score stood 11 to 14 in favor of Mr. Ransford. Misses Bella Murray, Mary Irwin anis Mrs. Fee and M. Murray spent 'Sunday in Eensall. Making the trip by their wheels a distance of 26 miles, Which was considered a big trip for new beginners. , As far as we are aware, Messrs A. M. Todd and John Scarlet are the only representatives from Huron at the Grand Orange Lodge of British Ameri- ca, which is in session at Collingwood this week. Our town cotem. again repeats that the editor of that paper was not and is not dn applicant for the Registrarship of Huron. If our totem. keeps on mak- ing so many denials on this subject people may believe there is some- thing in it. 'The citizens a year or so since offer- ered to build a grand stand in the Park on reasonable conditions, but the pow- ersthathewould not contest. The New Era should have mentioned this fact schen it tearfully declared the town Old not afford the expense. t the Baptist church on :Friday ing next there will be a debate on Ihe subject which was the greater 4 ;; 4 character Esther or Ruth ? Mr. Frank Baer will support the affirmative, Allies Lottie Granger the negative, special music etc. lx ry i Blyth. BRIEFS.—The' roof of Barton Bros., % tannery was on fire one day `".. last week, but was soon put out without any serious damage.—Messrs. J. G Emigh and W. Drummond lattended the funeral on Sunday of the ate John Livingstone, of the firm, of J. &J. Livingstone, Listowel.—Quite a number of citizens took in the eporte l.:•; Y in Clinton and Wingham on the Queen's Birthday.—We are sorry to Lear that Norman McMillan is serious- .kill at present, little hopes are enter- ,;•;„S�. tiiined as to his recovery.—Mr. Joseph • Heffron, of Detroit, Michigan. who has • been away for several years is visiting �,•.-u del' the parental roof.—We under- .iltald 'that His Honor, Judge Doyle, ` as,' leen hie decision against Mr. • Jame !Barr, in the case of James Barr • li ill lllyth Corporation, which was fir: lYeard at the ,last sitting of the 12th, }Vision Court.--•-Mcsgrs. R. Howard, w. ri :and William Goadland, 8ubdayed °-• ttI tifoderiehe+Quite a number of the .'0, o this town intend paying a 'iglt Court Belgrave p ave on Monday Verdi* next,—Mr. John Kelly is hav- ' •hi•residence on King St, yeneered h br'lck Mr. R. Howard Jr. doing ' fOiiits —Messrs. J. W. Bell and T. eat, *eye in Wingham on busi- Monday--•Regular meeting of Weih'eld in Watson's hall hu�#lig df Montreal, represent. - the general manager of kid 'tiltnk • r ilt6aj+' said that tiflrtli let Iki;•the report that 1i a e 1 iug.dlinrrlissod-from the lo. ietf t) a`;shops bcetntle the Grand i "ltr ttlt�e Intended laving their LYS les ^btillt in the United States. i4 CLINTON'S HOLIDAY. How Monday was Celebrated in Clinton. The anniversary of the most noble monarch that bas ever ruled a great nation—the British Empire—was fit- tingly celebrated in Clinton last Mon- day. For some time. THE News -Re - CORD has urged the citizens of Clinton to make the day one worthy of the important event and we are pleased to record success has crowned the efforts of the energetic Citizens Committee. The Executive --J. B. Hoover, M. D. McTaggart, J. J. Allen, W. Jackson and L. Kennedy—worked arduously, and along with twelve other willing committees succeeded in bringing about a good result, At 4 a. nr. the day was ushered in by a heavy cannonade descending from the heavens, and at 5 o'clock the slumbering citizens of the town were forcibly awakened by tbeflringof heavy weight pieces under the direction of the alert committee. From early morning rain threatened, the country to the west having abundantly quench- ed its thirst during the night, which, along with the local downpour about 9.30, deterred very many from coming to town. However, there was a good crowd of visitors and all seemed to thoroughly enjoy themselves. Owing to the rain the BICYCLE PARADE was a little late but this serious draw- back did not prevent many ladies and gentlemen from taking part. A most attractive leading feature was a char- iot elaborately decked with rgitural flowers, in which was seated the Qneen little Shirlie Parke. The love- ly outfit was drawn by cyclers Ogle Copper and Cap:,. Morrish in military uniform, with page Allan Rayson to the rear anti a noble guard of honor in the persons of Messrs. N. Fair, P. Crewes, H. Read and Frank Turnbull. The engine and fire company, a four- in-hand by Davis & McCool, a good cumber of single rigs and saddle riders made up the interesting procession. The great improvement in bicycles from the old-time bard tire was forci- bly recalled by Mr. Robt. Downs in comic costume. He rode a wheel made from the parts of a buggy, with a seat made from;a plow mouldboard or some- thing similar. Arrivingon the market square, Judges G. D. McTaggrrt, H. O. Brewer, and D. A. Forrester awarded PRIZES as follows:—Best comic costume, R. Downs, Amos 'Castle. Best fancy costume, Miss Clarke, Lucy Brewer. Special to chariot and queen, Shirlie Parke. Slow race, four entries, A. Hum- phries. Obstacle race, three entries W. Shannon. GUN CLUB CONTESTS. Two local matches were held during the day, the one for a silver cup being captained by Chas. Overbury and G. Hinchley, the latter winning92 to 66. Following is the score, 15 birds each:— G. Hinchley 14, E. Hovey 14, J. E. Blackall 13, W. Foster 10, R. Wallace 11, J. W. Chidleyy 10-72 C Overbnry 12, J, McMurray 14. W. Grigg 11, John Powell 8, H. Jitckson 8, E, Oantelon 13-66 - In the afternoon the other match was shot on the club'grounds, 25 birds each, the result being :—John Powell 13, G. Hinchley 20, C. Overbury 17, E. Hovey 18 J. McMurray 18, R. Wallace 18, W. Foster 21, Foster winning. The next contest was between Over- bury and IJinchley, 6 birds—Overbury 5, Hinchley 3. AT THE PARK —BASE BALL The rain interfered with the base ball and lacrosse club parades but at 12.30 the London Orients and parades, Clubs met on the Park and London went to bat. The match wits well con- tested, Goderich on the start having the hest of the Forest City visitors. A whitewash was a bad stria for such a good team as London honors, but the boys in blue succeeded in recovering their lost ground, the score at the con- clusion being 11 to 18 in favor of Lon- don. The -match between Goderich and Clinton was in progress when the rain came on and finally had to be abandon- ed. Dr. Shaw was Umpire and gave general satisfaction, LACROSSE. Goderich vs. Clinton Juniors.—The victory went to Clinton 5 to 1, but this does not mean the game was not well contested. Seaforth vs. Clinton,—This was one of the best contested and most spirited matches witnessed in Clinton for some years. Every member played a manly game and Seaforth well earned the score they obtained, 2 to 1. Mr. Jas. S. Jackson was Referee. ATHLETIC Sr OR1r9. In these the greatest possible inter-. est was manifested and all were well contested. The winners were :— Old men's race100 yds.—James Ross Edward Kemp. Men's foot race, 100 yards—Robert Mann, H. Rutledge. 100 yds. rate (instead of relay race) Messrs. Payne and Beattie. Dog race—Walter Irwin, W. Steph- enson. Judges— J. McMurchie, N. Fair. The dowpour of rain at thls time, 5.80prevented the tug-of-war from taking place. TELE CONCERir, Several hundred people tottered at the Skating rink to witness e' con- cert. Elaborate arran ' merits- had been Made for it and ar vitt le, prn- hramme prepared, At•7.30 ono of. the eaviest' andmost soVere t udder and lightening storms witnessed for years (not provided for b the manage- ment, and over which course they had no control) dolma ed and Lasted ablut two hoursestnarring greatly the success and pleasure of the evening. The lucky ticket to draw the gold watch was held by Robt. Reynolds, of Mullett, No. 935, the duplicate being drawn by little FIREWORKS. The display of fireworks was sent heavenward frow the market square, and comprised a great variety of scenes. While the Committee was sadly )iandicapped in consequence of the un- favorable weather, they deserve praise for the faithful and persistent manner in which they kept faith with, the visi- tors, and we trust' the day will here- after be annually be celebrated in Clinton. There were no accidents to mar the the proceedings of the day. County Currency. Many of our readers will regret to learn of the death of Mrs. Coleman, of Seaforth, widow of the late$Dr. T. T. Coleman. Mrs. Coleman hati been in delicate health for some time, but her condition was not considered critical until a few days ago. Heart failure was the cause of death. A horse belonging to Beattie Bros., Wingham, dropped dead on the road, Monday. The horse was the best in the barn and is quite a loss. The hcrse had appeared to be sick but nothing very serious when he was let out. A little daughter of Mrs. McGregor, of Blyth, was hit on the head with a base- ball whileplaying itt the punlic school on Tuesday and knocked senseless. She was taken to the residence of Mr. John Moffat and medical assistance sent for. She is now at her mother's home but very sick. The following Grit opinion is from the Chesley Enterprise—Mr. Kilty, a public slhool teacher, is the McCarthy candidate in West Huron. When this particular Kilty gets through with M. C. Cameron, the old war horse, he many account himself lucky if his name ain't "pants.” The Cameron clan will leave nary a kilt on him before 23rd of June. Aleasant event took place at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Camp- bell, Glen Farrow, on Wednesday afternoon of last week, when their only daughter, Miss Jennie was united in marriage to Mr. W: D. Bentley, son,of Mr. and Mr's. James Bentley, of Blyth, The ceremony was preformed by Rev. A. Y. Hartley, of Bluevale. in the presence of about 60 guests. Last week James Maxwell, of Brus- sels, had a cow die, and under such peculiar circumstances that a post mortem was decided upon. An exam- ination of the internal machinery re- vealed the fact that a long darning needle had penetrated her heart, near- ly the whole of the needle being out of sight. This may be thought to be a yarn but we have it on good authority that there was no yarn about it. The needle is supposed to have been swal- lowed and to have worked gir'ough the stomach to the vital organ. A most sudden and sad occurrence took place on the 3rd con, of Grey last Monday week. Mrs. Robert Bell took tea with her daughter, Mrs. Alex Mc- Donald, and left, apparently in the best of health, to return home, some half mile away, to milk the cows and attend to other duties. Some- what later she , was seen by Mr. and Mrs. Ray, who were driving past her house sitting on the porch resting her head on her arm. Fearing something was wrong they alighted and found her dead on her own threshold. They at once gave the alarm and her hus- band, who was away at the time at Peter McDonald's was hastily sum- moned but nothing could he done. Heart disease is ascribed as the cause. Mr. John Shine and wife, of the 5th con., McKillop, near Beechwood, have suffered a sad affliction and bereave- ment, in the death of their two little daughters, M4try Ellen and Catharine Emily May, the one six years and nine months old and the other five years and two months. The children had been at school about a week before they were taken ill, and by some means were attacked with sore throat which at 'first was thought to be nothing serious, as there had been a mild form of that disease in the neighborhood, but when they got worse and medical aid was called, it was found that they were suffering with a severe form of diphtheria. The older had diphtheritic croup which carried her off in a few hours, and her sister who survived her two days died from heart failure, the result of weakness from the diph- theria. Alexander McKenzie, the Toronto man, who i9 supposed to have been murdered at Cleveland by the woman with whom he was living, turns out to be a Scobchman, 50 years of age, who in early manhood taught school at Wingbam, and was subsequently sta- tioned at Goderich and other towns In the Huron district. In 1886 he when to Toronto, where he secured employ- ment on the 0, T. R., residing with his wife and family on Rose avenue. Four years ago he retrieved to Cleve- land, where he obtained a responsible position with the Pennyslvania Com- pany. It *as arranged during the spring of 1804 that Mrs. McRett2ie and the four children were to join him, hut the husband notified them not to go until thefalt of 1895. Mrs. McKenzie thought the message peculiar and coin- meneed investigating. •with the result that she ascertainedthat he had he- eanle enamored Of another woman whim he had iYih riied and was thea liv- ing with. She thereupon decided to have nothing further to do with him. This woman it is who is notv tinder arrest for causing Mcll:enzie's death. The woman is Mrs. Lottie Evering- bam, whose maiden name was Case. County Currency. Mr. Gilbert Corning, of Hullett, had the misfortune to fall an Friday and break his right arm. W. Doig, school teacher at Harris - ton, was so badly bitten by a mosquito he bad to take a week's holidays. Jacob tivingetone, of the firm of J. & J. Livingstone, the well known flax kings of Listowel, dropped dead on the street Thursday forenoon, 21st inst. He died of heart disease. There died in Lower Wingham, on May 16th, Richard Walters, aged 86 years. For .some time past he has been living with his daughter, MIs, John Ansley, at whose home he died. Miss Nellie Wilkinson, of Morris,was the recipient on Friday evening hist of a handsome gold watch and address from the congregation of Sun- shine Methodist church of which she has been organist for the past eight years and is now leaving for Belgrave where her father has bought a house and lot and will in future reside. The body of a man about 30 years of age, weight about 150 pounds, and height 5 feet 10 inches, red hair, came ashore near Leamington, just west of Point Pelee. There were thirty three cents and a silver watch, with brass chain in his pocket, and a ticket of the Detroit and Cleveland line of steamers. The t icket was a return, issued at De- troit, and punched but once. The body had on apparently a new suit of brown clothes, black necktie, white laundered shirt, with plated cuff - buttons in the form of a horseshoe. Tlie scull appeared to be broken over the right eye, caused evidently by a blow from a blunt instrument. His left eye was bulged out. An inquest was opened and adjourned until Wed-. nesday afternoon for the purpose of holding a post mortem and securing more evidence. W. H. Reid, of Olipha, near Wiar- ton, was working on the lake shore, when he came across the body of a man lying on the bench. He Went to Wiarton and notified the authorities.. The body was that of a man about 5 feet 9 inches in height, and who ap- peared to he between 25 and 30 years of age. The face was so badly decom- posed it could not be recognized. It was clothed as follows : Woolen un- dershirt, white cotton shirt, pearl col- lar button, no collar, dark tweed sack coat, dark vest, light striped pants, cotton drawers and stockings, and laced boots. Around the neck was a rope tied loosely, the other end had a firm knot, but there were no Clarks visible on the neck. All the pockets were closed and had not been touched. On examining the pockets they found a knife, lead pencil, some papers, and a Canadian post card, but the writing could not be made out. Clinton Young People s Local Union. Topics at the several Young People's Society meetings to be hold during the week :— Rattonbury St. Methodist Church, E. L. of C. E. Topic for June 1st, Consecration service, roll call, collection and monthly reports. Rattenbury St. Methodist Girl's Junior E. L. of C.E., Friday evening from 7 to 8 o'clock. Topic for May 29th, Question Contest. Ontario St. Methodist E. L. of C. E. Monday evening at 8 o'clock. Topic for June 1st, Oth clause of pledge ; Col. 3:17 • 1st, Cor. 10-31; Tim. 2: 12—Mr. Geo. Shipley. 2nd. Consecra- tion and roll call. Ontario St. Methodist Junior E. L. of C. E. Friday evening at 7 o'clock. Topic for May 29th, Consecration and roll call. Willis Presbyterian C. E. Society, Sunday evening 8.05 o'clock. Topic for May 31st, Ready for death. Matt. 24: 88-51.—Catechism quos. 87. Mies L. Lindsay. Londesboro Methodist E. L. of C. E. Monday evening at 7.30 o'clock. Topic for Jnne 1st, Consecration. A. Woodman. Turner's Methodist E. L. of C. E. Sunday evening at 8 o'clock. Topic for May 31st, Tho Young christian in company. Rev. Mr. Millson. Holmeiville E. L. of C. E. Topic for June let, What we learned yesterday. T. R. Cour- tice. Tnckersmitlr. DOTS.—Miss Fannie Townsend, Miss Evy and Mary Turner spent Sunday in this locality.—Mr. and Miss Allen, of Colborne, are visiting relatives here.— Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Crich spent the 24th with the tatters mother in Elmville. — Mrs. F. Crich and sister Mrs. Tarubyin, of Manitoba, are spending the'loth with their sister in Ingersoll.—Mr. Wm. Elcoat is a delegate at the dis- trict meeting held in Brussels on the 26th and 27th.—Rev. W. Millson gave a temperance address on Sunday after- noon.—Messrs. Murdock, Ross and Rohh, shipped their export cattle from Brucefleld station on Wednesday last. —Alma Sunday school picnic in Thos. Townsend's grove on Saturday last. Football and other recreations were indulged in to fill in the afternoon's sport. All going home feeling well repaid with their afternoon's pleasure. —Although the weather was threaten- ing, the Leap Year picnic in James Landshorough's bush was decidedly a success. A splendid programme had been arranged by the committee, all of which is worthy of mention. Mr. and Miss Clark, of Alma, a violin solo; Master Willie Hays, of Seaforth, Mr. and Mrs. Scott, of McKillop, Miss Gemmil, of Egmondville ;and several others contributed to the vocal part of the programme; Mr. J. Grieve and L. Sproat a mouth organ Instrumental; an couple of recitations from Mr. Acheson, of Hullett; and. Miss Ourtiee, of Sea - forth. Rev. Mr. Shaw, of Egmopd- ille, wap present and addressed the crown; of rourse it is needless to say that he is interested in the result of this picnic. Mr. Abner Cosens filled the chair to the satisfaction of all. This was all concluded bysinging God, save the Queen. he ffoo ball match between Alma and it picked team from here resulted in favor of Alma, the score standitl 4 to 0. The ladies are to be 0ongratnl4ted on their success, Next year the boys will have to try their •hand. Of Ours°. they will have to infpbrt'some girlg� Goderich. THE QUEiges rintoinAv. On Sunday_ Her Most Gracious .Maj- esty Ma j- esty Queen Victoria attained the ripe old age of 77 and it IS certainly the hearty wish of ber sub jeete throughout the vast Empire over which she reigns as Queen Empress that many years may be added to the number. In Caliada the day appointed, Mon- day, was celebrated in a manner that shows how much the goodly ruler of our mighty Empire is revered. As the dedicatory poemiof Tennyson, to the Queen same forty-five years since was something of a prediction, It is re -published so that those of our readers who have forgotten the lines may see how prophetic many of the verses were Revered, beloved—O you that hold A nobler office upon earth Than a or power of brain or birth Could give the warrior kings of old. Victoria—since your royal grace To one of loss desert allows This laurel greener from the brows Of him that uttered nothing base; And should your greatness, and the Dare That yokes with empire, yield you time To make demand of modern rhyme If aught of ancient worth be there; Then—while a sweeter music wakes, And thro' wild March the throstle calls, When all about your palace walls The sun -lit almond blossom shakes— rake Madam, this poor book of song • For tho' the faults were think as duet In vacant chambers,,..1'' could trust Your kindness. ltiay you rule us long, And leave us rulers of your blood As noble till the latest day May children of our children say, She wrought her people tasting good : 'Her court was was pure ; her life serene; God gave her peace; her land reposed; A thousand claims to reverence closed When as Mother, w ifs, and Queen. 'And statesmen at her council met, Who knew the seasons when to take Occasion by the hand and make The bounds of freedom wider yet, 'By shaping some august decree Which kept her throne unshaken still, Broad based upon her people's will, And compass'd by the inviolate sea. EARLY SWARMING.—John Hamlen of this town has hived two fine swarms of bees, the first swarm on the elev- enth and the other on the sixteenth. The stocks that threw these swarths were not fed either fall or spring. FOR KINGSTON.—Last week the four men, Harrison, Phippen, Montgomery and Manser, sentenced to terms in the penitebftiary for the Wingham assault, left for Kingston in charge of deputy - sheriff Reynolds. Tax LAVE PASSED.—In the recent- ly published list of those who have passed the Pharmacy Examination, wilt be found the names of Scott Dick- son and A. T. S. Reid, both of whom we congratulate. FOR CLINTON.—The early, train was well loaded for Clinton on Monday in spite of the threatening weather, and all through the morning carriages were passing- along the Huron road for the same centre of attraction. IN GODERICH.—Fire crackers were occasionally heard, a few scrap games at ball and lacrosse were played by evident juniors and a large number of anglers were at the harbor. With the exception of a bike seen around, and carriage driving, joined the Goderich programme. FOR DUNGANNON.—A number of our people attended the Dungannon cele- bration bnt the electric railway not being in running order those who could not drive necessarily railed to Clinton. Cou=TY CouNCIL.,,—The members of the County Council will meet In the court room next Tuesday and as the occasion will be the last where repre- sentatives from each municipality will be present at the county equalization there is likely to be more than usual interest in the proceedings. A TREAT.—Last Wednesday evening Prof. Brown, of Toronto, gave an evening of reading in the Assembly room of the Collegiate Institute. It is reported by those who were present that the Prof. is an elocutionist of ex- traordinary merit. Oust SQUARE.—On Saturday evening the side -walk was crowded with pedestrians and the road with car- riages and bicycles. The only mishaps occurr ing were that of a horse running away on being, started by fireworks and a citizen knocked down by a bike. Trnr FURNITURE FACTORY.—The work on the new factory is being push- ed, and appearances are that the insti- tution will be in full running order early id`June. The west Klock is roof- ed in, the east one glazed and being painted, and the foundation for the boiler house will be started in a few days. UONFIRMATION.—Biebop Baldwin of the diocese of Huron will, this evening, Wednesday, the 27th, confirm the class that bas been under the instruction of the rector of St. George's. After the rite of confirmation the Bishop will preach, and special misic will be pro- vided for the occasion. The service will commence at 8 p. m. ADDRESS AND PRESENTATION. --At the conclusion of the term the mem- hers of Prof. Cuff's singing class pre- sented their instructor with the fol- lowing address : To Mr. W. Cuff, Organist St. George's Church, Goderich DEAR Mn. Orme--Will you kindly accept from your Young People's Sing- ing Mass the accompanying gift as a small souvenir of the pleasant hours we have enjoyed under your able in- etruction with our shieerh thanks for 'your kind' efforts In promoting in us a love of music. Signed in behalf of the pupils, B. MAttGER. MoNA W I+IA'rHERALD. Accompanying the address was a valuable table and a pretty chair. Mr. Gaff having' in appropriate terms thanked his pupils for their kindly 5 Barrie, Ont., Nov. 14, 1895, Prof. Chamberlain : Dear Sir,—It gives pie unbounded pleasure to be able to add my testimony in favor of your speotaoles. Having searched for the last ten years to get glasses that would suit my eyes, but without suttees, In five minutes from the time I put your glasses on I was fully persuaded I had at last found the right specialist. I felt like a new person, and to -day can truthfufl say I never was able to see so well before. Words fail to express the extreme satisfaction I find in wearing them. I would not part with them at any money and will bo glad to testify at any time whata decided success they have proved, I remain, Yours respectfully` M. J. ARMOUR. PROF, CHAMBERLAIN- Eye HAMBERLAIN Eye Specialist, Of 87 King St. E., Toronto, Ont., will be at 3. H. Comhe's Drug Store, Clin- ton, Ont., soon. Watch for date. tokens, the members dispersed for the vacation. The address was exceeding- ly well read by Master Jeff Holt. CIRCULAR CITY BRIEFS.—Mr. Jno. Hillier has returned from his winters' visit to Florida.—The two stores in the Albion Klock are nearly finished, and the third story of the hotel is extend- ing cloudwards.—Mr. Percy Walton returned home from London last week. —The worn portions of grass on the square have been dug up and re -turfed. wo large boilers are already in position at the harbor mill.—Town Clerk Mitchell was with friends in Palmerston yesterday,—We leave the editor the job to note the success or failure of the Goderich team.—Gode- rich looked real pretty on the 25tb, her dress of green being nicely brightened up by the morning shower,—Fruit and crop prospects are still good and if king frost misses us the gathering will be a beautiful one.—Boating was a favorite pastime on Monday.—A num- ber of picnics that bad been arranged for Monday fell through on account of the wet grass. Parties that did picnic found but little pleasure on the damp grass. The day was a general holiday. —The schools reopened on Tuesday.— Next Sunday, Trinity Sunday, there will be Holy Communion at 8 a. in. and after morning service.—The schooner Cleveland brought in a cargo of coal for Mr. Wm. Lee last Wed nes- day.—The schooner Gordon landed a cargo of lumber for Wm. Rutson the past week.—The schooner Kolfage ran Into port last week with a damaged nose, having been in collision with a tow in the river.—The schooner Yule landed a cargo of Thesealon lumber at Dyinent's yard last week.—Mr. Wm. Kerr, formerly a grocer of Goderich, but latterly of Walkerville, has return- ed to the old town for a long stay.— Miss Whitehead, of Kincardine. but recently of Clinton, is visiting the Misses Carnpbe:1.—Mr. J. L. Sturdy, a former townsman of Harriston, spent the past week with relatives in town and township.—Inland Revenue officer F. H. Spence, who is on sick leave, is expected home shortly, his health having considerably improved. -To- morrow evening week the Oddfellows will settle the question as to the Lodge building ahall.—The lawns of the Goderich Curling and Skating Associa- tion are pictures that beautify the whole street.—The Queen's birthday was duly celebrated by the Benmilier Methodists on Monday by holding the annual tea meeting.—Artillery from Heaven ushered in the 25th.—The Maitland bridge requires new flooring. Londesboro. S. O. E.—On Sunday last the mem- bers of Londesboro lodge, S. O. E. with a good number of the brethren from Clinton and Benmiller, met in the Foresters hall and marched to the Methodist Church, where Rev. H. J. Fair preached one of the hest sermons ever preached to any society in this neighborhood. Rey. J. Fergu- son of Southampton was to have preached, but was detained by illness. Excellent and suitable music was fur- nished by the choir of the church, After the service the brethren form- ed and inarched back to the hall,. where the visual votes of thanks were passed. A hearty vote of thanks Was also passed to the Rev. H. J. Fair for his able and patriotic sermon and a copy of the resolution was ordered to be forwarded to him. A number of the memhe.s of Londesboro Lodge will attend the church parade of the, Clinton Lodge next Snnday. DISTRICT No. 24, L O. G. T.—The annual meeting of this district was held in St. Helens on the 20th inst. Twelve Lodges were represented by about 100 delegates. The meeting was opened at :11 a. m. by the Grand Chief Templer, W. F. Brockensbire, Esq., of Wingham. The reports from the different delegates were mostly en- couragiug. A discussion took place upon the advisability of bolding two meetings each year instead of three as at present. It was decided to leave the matter over till the next meeting in order to get the feeling of the sub- ordinate lodges. The following offi- cers were elected for the current yeari—D. C. T., Ernest L. Farnham, Constance ; D. Co., J. D. Murdoch, Lucknow; D. V. T., Laura Errat, Auburn ; D. S. and T. Adelaide Crisp, Londesboro ° D. Set. -ureas., B. Laura - son. Londesboro; D. P. C. T., H. E. Chant, Clinton ; These from the dis- trict Executive. The officers' apppoint- ed by the C. T. elect are: --D. Chap., James Young, Londesboro; M. J.• G, Murdoch, Lucknow; D. M., Suter Rttt- herford, Lucknow ; G., Sister Branton, Blyth ; S., -Bio. Baer, Auburn • A. S. Sister McDonald, ucknow ; 'the otiY- cers were Installed by the 0.'a T. Brrn Brockenshlre. A hearty vote of thanks was passed .to the St. Helens lodge for the splendid manner in Which they entertained the delegates. Next meeting in Blyth in October.