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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron News-Record, 1896-09-23, Page 1TilE HURON TEIRM9--411.05per Annum, 1.00 to Advance. t INABPSNDBNr IN ALL TB1NG,t3-NNUTRAL IN NOrNING S -R ECORD. A. Di TODD, Editor endOwner VOL. XVIII CLINTON. HURON COUNTY,ONT. WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 23,1896 DPead is the Staff of Life Door is Life itself A good pure article of beer such as *e HAVE, CARRY, SELL in stock cannot help but be a healthy drink. Nothing in it but the best Hops and Malt. Lack Kennedy. The Clinton Liquor Store. Town Topics. DEATH OF A GOOD WOMAN, -On Monday Mrs. A. Gorrell passed to her reward. The final summons was not unexpected, as the lady had been ill for some time. The deceased was horn in Toronto where she resided for some years, moving subsequently to Duffer - In Creek, and was married in 1845 ; after a few years' residence there Mr. and Mrs. Gorrell moved to the County of Huron, living on the Huron road for a short time, but afterwards on the base line, where 25 years of her life was spent. Fifteen years ago Mr. Gorrell moved into town to reside. She became a member of the Methodist • church 45 years ago, and her life has ever been in consistent harmony with divine requirements. She has been in delicate health for years, but the im- mediate cause of her death was an at- tack of 'grip, experienced in February, which it was impossible to get rid of. All her sufferings, and they were in- tense, were borne with that christian fortitude which has marked her entire life. She was a woman of truly noble character, and enjoyed the highest confide_ntc� of all acquainted with her. She le six six sons, all residing in the •west, and two daughters, of the latter one being Mrs. Bacon, of Toronto, the other, Miss Lizzie, being at home. The funeral takes place to -day at 2.30 p m. 'to Clinton cemetery. Brief Town Topics. Mr. Wm. Cole has returned to Galt. The Misses Dutton have returned ;from London. Order your printing Now for the Huron Central. Rev. Mr. Parke will preach at Pe- trolea next Sunday. Miss M. Hine has returned from a several weeks' visit. Mr. W. Jackson was in Chatham on business this week. Mr. T. Jackson, Jr., was in the Queen City last week. Mr. J. Hillen, of Detroit, Mich., was here on a visit last week. Mushrooms were never known to be so plentiful in this section. Mr. Wm. Laing, who was on a visit to friends, here, has returned. Mrs. Kerr, who has been seriously ill for some weeks, is recovering. Mr. W. H. Beesley had mushrooms growing in his garden last year. Clinton Lodge No. 84, A. F. and A. M., meets next Friday night at 7.30. Bread has taken a drop and may now be had for from 3i to 4c. a loaf. Rev. Rural Dean and Mrs. Hodgens, of Seaforth, were in town last Friday. Blyth Show will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday, October 6th and 7th. The Clinton Tennis Club contested with Wingham in that town yester- day. Miss Maggie Cook has returned to Clinton after an absence of two years in Toronto. Mrs, ' own, of Ashfield, has been on a visirTo her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. 0. Cooper. The Governor-General will pass through Clinton to Goderich at 10 a.m. or 1.03 p. in. to -day. Mrs. James Sheppard has fora couple of weeks been holidaying with relatives at Godericb and the Nile. The Ripley Express says the Mestere. Cook, of Clinton, are buying apples in the neighborhood of Amberly. Miss Minnie Snell, who was on a visit to her uncle, Mr. T. Jackson, Sr., has returned to her home in Cleveland. As a memento of the north Albert street crossing Councillor Gilroy carries a few stone fragments in his pocket. Mrs. H. Stevens was visiting in Wingham last week ; she was the guest of her brother, Mr. R. Marlow. Mr. Terry has worked the cricket crease into excellent shape and it will be better I han ever for next year. Mrs. McFarlane,of Stratford,and Miss Keating, of Guelph, have for several days been the guests of the Misses Hine. Mrs. W. Sadleir of Seaforth, and Mrs. F. Sadlen. of Wlarton, were the guests of Dr. and Mrs. Freeborn last Friday. The Huron Rifle Association annual matches will take place over the Athol- cott Rangers, Clinton, some time in October. A meeting of the Young People's Local Union will be held in Ontario St. Methodist church on Thursday evening, Sept. 24th. At this meeting Dr. M. Irwin will give a report of the Washington International C. E. Con- vention. Brief Towu Topics. Mr. Downs intends repairing the store in the brick block and putting In a plate front. The contract has not yet been let. Miss Campbell and Miss M. Johnti- ton, of Seaforth, were last week the gueets of Mr. and Mrs. John Johnston, Rattenbury street. The Great Northwestern Show open- ed atGoderich yesterday; the Governor- General and Lady Aberdeen being In attendance to -day. Dr. J. Cook, who returned to look after his sick brother Harry, returned to Gsohen, Ind., on Monday, the pati- ent being out of danger. His many friends will be pleased to learn that Rev. W. Craig will preach in St, Paul's Church next Sunday morning and evening. Yesterday salesman Jaynes Connolly shipped to Ballantyne, of Stratford, the August 'stake of Holmsville cheese, 153 boxes, the price being Dec. per Ib. The new crossing on Albert strett is a credit to the Council and a just recog- nition to the importance of the Brick Block as one of the business portions of the town. Mrs. Sleeman and her sister, Mrs. Snell, of Wingham, who were at the London Fair, spent Friday with old - tune friends in Clintun and called on THE NEWS -RECORD. Mr. Peter Cook of Goderich town- ship, has sold his 80 acre farm on the 7th concession to James Cox of Porters Hill for $2,900. The land is good and the property a burghs. The Huron Bicycle Club will tender a ball at Goderich on the 29th. The names of the Patronesses are a suffi- cient guarantee that the affair will prove a grand success. Mr. James Watters, who recently came in contact with a set of saws at Cooper's planing twill and severely cut his fingers, is at work again. Mr. Ben. Cole is rather unfortunate in being compelled to move every few months, his present dwelling this time being sold to Mr. Little, of Hullett, Hastings Webling, of Brantford, re- presenting J. McKittrick & Co., Liver- pool,was here last week in the interests of his firm viewing the apple crop, along with D Cantelon. Mrs. Richard Pearson and Mise Pear- son, of Grey, were the guests of Mrs.Todd and other friends in town Tues- day. They will also visit in Goderich township and Stanley before returning Rev. and Mrs. Ford leave next week on a two weeks' visit to friends in Chi- cago. The rev. gentleman and his good lady have well earned the holiday and we trust they may have a pleasant time. About the first of October Dr. Turn- bull will leave town to spend a couple of months in the Baltimore Johns - Hopkins Hospital and also in several New York Hospitals. While absent his practice will he taken by Dr. Krausmau. The other day Mrs. Adam Cantelon (late of Goderich Township) came in contact with a needle which penetrated the fleshy part of the foot under the toe and entered the bone. The needle broke off short and could not he easily removed. No serious results will follow. Mr. Wm. Grainger, of Londesboro, one of Huron's famous thoroughbred stock raisers, attended the nig fairs at Toronto and London and 1'lropped off here to spend a few hours last Monday. The gentleman is a genuine stock fancier and always has some noble animals on his Hullett farm. J. C. Miller of the Clarendon, while out hunting mushrooms the other day secured several puff balls. One of In three tests 35, 39, and 42 inthes. It is said that when properly cooked these puff halls are as palatable and healthy as mushrooms, but for this we cannot vouch. Two ''gentlemen" put up at one of the hotels in town and refused to settle their bill next morning. When ac- costed by a visitor one of them pulled a razor and as a result the two strang- ers were hr€ught before the Mayor. One of them was allowed to go and the other was fined $1 and costs and both ordered to leave town. The citizens of Clinton will he pleased to learn that the Salvation Army in. tend organizing a hand. They will, in order to complete the organization, in a few days call upon their friends and solicit donations. The army should be Able to organize a good hand and will no doubt do so if a hearty response is accorded. Squire Dufton, of Wardsyille, was the guest of his brother here for several days. Mrs. Dufton accom- panied him. He came from England in 1847 and was 20 years postmaster at Wardeville, resigning the position last April. The old gentleman can re- count many an interesting event in British and Canadian politics. THE NEWS -RECORD was pleased to meet him. Clinton Young People's Local Fitton. Top�foe at the several Young People's Society meettngs to be held during the week:- Rattenbury St. Methodist E.L. of C.E. Topic for Sept. 28th, Outline Bible Study. Mies E. Turner. Rattenbury St. (Aria Junior. E. L. of C. E. for Sept. 25th. Paul's first sermon at Antioch Acta 13. Olive Cooper. Wmis Presbyterian C. E. Wedneettay evening at 8.30. Topic for Sept. 90th, Lessons from David's life and words. 2 Sam. 22; 1-42 Catechism Buse. 104,Mies H. McKenzie. Tnrner's E. L. of o. E. Topic for Sept. 47th. Books and Reading, Mr. T. Brownlee. Clinton Collegiate. THE THIRD ANNUAL COMMENCEMENT A GRAND SUCCESS. Last Friday the Clinton Collegiate Institute held their third annual com- mencement. To say that the affair form of expression. The well prepared programme was carried ou;, to the let- ter and the whole proceedings proved an unqualified success, reflecting alike credit on the progressive Management, the Institute and the Town. During the day there were a very large number of citizens and pupils present and the greatest possible inter- est was manifested in the various games. The clerk was Mr. E. M. McLean, the starter, Mr. W. Jackson, the judges, Messrs. D. A. Forrester, Dr. Shaw and W. E, R'uid, the scorers Messrs. John Houston and James Scott, while the energetic committee was composed of Messrs. H. Foster, W. J. Treleaven, J. W. Irwin and H. Plurnsteel. Umpire, W. P. Spalding. THE GAMES AND WINNERS. In the games there were some twen- ty-three events, which pretty well taxed the time at disposal. The first was: Running High Jump -1st prize, the Great Dominion donated by H. Hale, Esq., and won he D. item; 2nd, the New Era one year from Mayor Holmes, and won by W. Bagshaw ; 3rd, H. Switzer, Running Broad Jump-lst prize, comb and brush by J. E. Hovey, H. Switzer; 2nd THE NEWS -RECORD from A. M. Todd, won by W. Bagshaw ; 3rd, R. Baird. Putting 16 -Ib. Shot-Ist prize, portfolio by J. W. Treleaven, won by C. Ross • 2nd, white shirt by R. Coats & Son, won by fL Switzer ; 3rd, C. Tebbutt. Ricking Foot Ball -1st prize, hair brush by J. H. Combe, won by D. Ross ; 2nd, H. Switzer; 3rd, C. Roes. 100 Yard Race, under 16 -1st, water set byt Ogle Cooper & on by H. Steep • 2nd, boy s hat, by Gilroy & Co.,VVisoman, R. Hicks; 3rd, D. Ross. Girl's Race, 75 yards -1st, mirror by Miss Topping, won by L. Andrews; 2nd, ladies' stick pin by J. B. Rumball, L. Aitken. 100 Yard Race, open to School -1st, soap box by James Scott C. Ross • 2nd, The Story of the Indian, donated by 1-L Male, H. Switzer; 3rd, W. Bagshaw. Fatigue Race -1st, necktie case by Dr. Turn- bull and ink stand by W. E. Rand, won by L. Whitely and R. Baird ; 2nd two, pocket knives, by Harland Bros. and Davis & Itow. land, H. Switzer and H. McNaughton ; 3rd, D. Roes and A. Martin. Mae Ball Match -9 badges by Collegiate In- stitute Trustees -between pupils and ex -pupils -won 19 tp 9 by ox -pupils. Obstacle Race. under 16 years-lst, scarf pin, by E. M. McLean won by A. Martin ; 2nd, Bilk handkerchief by Jackson Bros., It. Hicks ; 3rd, D. Ross. Eggs Race for Girls, 75 yards -1st, papeterie 1iy J. Houston, won by L. Aitken; 2nd, two battles of perfume to case by J. H. Combe, M. Bentley. 100 Yard Race for Modelites-lst, Travelling companion by W. D. Fair, won by R. Baird ; 2nd, kid gloves by Hodgen Bros., H. Mc- Naughton ; 3rd, W. Baird. Potato Race -1st, Mrs. Brownings Poems, by W. Brydene, LL. B., L. Whitely; 2nd, pair cuff buttons by J. Houston, R. Baird ; 3rd, H. Switzer. Hurdle Race, 120 yards, open to Collegiate Institutes of county 1st, pair cuff bottoms by J. Biddlecombe won by R. Baird • 2nd, The Land of the Clift Dwellers, by H. Hale, won by L. Whitely; 3rd, D. Ross. 100 Yard Race, open-lst Tho Indian Mut- iny by Dr. Gunn won by F. Willis; 2nd, cup and saucer by J. W. Irwin, C. Ross ; 3rd, H. Switzer. 100 Yards, Model School, boys, 14 and under - pocket knife by J. Houston, W. Armstrong. 100 Yards, Model School, boys, 12 and under - mouth organ by J. Houston, Ft Bowers. 75 Yard Race, Model School, boys, 10 and un- der -game of crash byJ. Houston, W. King. Girl's Race Model School Pupils -Bagatelle board by J. Houston, R. Paisley. Consolation Race for Girls, 100 yards -Kid gloves by W. H. Beesley, E. Cooper. Steeple Chase-lst ono dozen cabinet photos by H. Foster, L. Whitely; 2nd. photo holder by W. Cooper & Co., R. Baird ; 3rd, H Switzer. Teachers' and Trustees Itace-tat, lacrosse boots by Jackson & Jackson, Jaynes Scott. LL. B.; 2nd, lacrosse shoes, by Taylor & Sons, k. M. M c Lean. Championship Cup, awarded to the student taking the greatest number of poi ntsin events, open to school. the cup to ho held for one year - 1st, H. Switzer, 14 points; 2nd, L. Whitely, 9 Points, was a success woul only be a mild EVENING ENTERTAINMENT. Although she rain came down in torrents during the whole evening the hall was well filled with an interested audience. Mayor Holmes occupied the chair and delivered a brief complimen- tary address, after which the following programme was faithfully carried out, Miss Gihhings being accornpanist:- Piano Solo Solo Recitation Solo Plano Solo Presentation of Certificates Commercial or Form 1 Primary or 3rd ('lass Junior Leaving or 2nd Form,Rev. Mr. Parke Matriculation and Istelass Mr. Rosh Selection Clinton Orchestra Instrumental duet Mary Lough and Mary Stewart Reading of Prize Essay nn Canada Medalist Solo Miss McMurray Piano Solo Miss Linnie Irwin Solo Miss Carter i'resentation of Prizes and Medals Mrs. Houston Medal for Essay donated by Dr. Shaw, Miss Stout • E. Cooper, 2nd ; L. Whitely, 3rd. The essay by Miss Stout on Canada will be pub- lished in next week's Nsws-RECORD. The stage was most handsomely decorated, the work being in charge of Mies Topping. The furniture was kindly loaned by Mr. J. C. Stevenson, end the piano was secured from Mr, Geo. F. Emerson. Miss Topping .Mr. Spalding .Mamie Houston Miss Couch Aletha Foster Rev. Mr. Harris }rev. Mr. Nord Ashfield. ACORNS. -Farmers are cutting their corn in this vicinity which is a very good crop. -The fall wheat in this neigbor- hood looks better than it has done for years. There is more sown than usual. -There is a large amount of gravel- ling done on the Lucknow and Gode- rich gravel roads between Belfast and Lucknow,--Mr. Barber, 12th con., West Wawanosb, has invented a machine for killing potato buys off the vines. He is going to try and get -it patented. WHOLE NO. 931 Gorrie. GONE TO AFRICA. -Mr. Frank L. Pollock sailed last week from New York to the Soudan, where the war is going on. He went via Hamburg, Rome, eta. He intends oorreepond- ing for Massey's Magazine and other American magazines also. FIRE. -While Mr. Bert King, of Fordwich, was threshing at Mr. Wm. H. Gregg's who lives about 76 rode from Gorrie, a spark from the engine flew into the large stable owned by the latter and lit amongst the hay and im• mediately the contents were all a blaze. Bert blew the whistle and closed the throttle and ran for his team, which were in the burning building and got them out in the nick of time, but there was no time to save a valuable work• ing team belonging to Mr. Gregg, which were consumed. A very large crowd from Gorrie soon gathered and aided in extinguishing the fire, which had worked itself into the large barn, but it was put out safely . Besides the team, Mr Gregg loses all this season's crop of hay, about 10 tons, one set of bob•sleighe, harness, cutting -box, tools, etc. NoT®s,-Mr. Win. McKenzie, of the Anglo-American Hotel, has Bold out to Mr, W. H. McBride, of Wing - ham, who will take possession soon. We hope that he will meet with meet with euccese.-Mr, and Mrs. Wm. Stinson and family attended the To- ronto Exhibition and also took in the Niagara Falls. -Mr. Jas. Leech left last week for Manitoba, where he in- tends to spend a few months, -Mr. W. J. McLaughlin left last week for the Weet.-Partridge shooting has corn• mended and some of our bunters are taking advantage of it. -Mies Ida Green was visiting Palmerston friends last week. Goderich. A BIG SHOW. -R. B. Smith had their Millinery Opening on Monday and a big show it was, as in addition to an immense assortment of bats, fancy and dry goods of pleasing designs and ex- cellent quality were seen in every portion of the store. TRE NOATA WESTERN. -The North_ Western Exhibition opened yesterday with a full list of entries and a good attendance. To -day Lord and Lady Aberdeen will he present, and during their visit 300 school children will sing patriotic songs and the Lucknow band - will give a choice selection. HARVEST Tneer soINING.-On Sun day Rev. Canon Dann, of London, will preach a thanksgiving sermon in St. George's church. The edifice will be suitably decorated with "Fruits of the earth," and special music will be pro- vided, THEY HAVE PAssED--Principal Strang has been officially informed, that in addition to the names published two weeks since, Miss Jennie Dickson, Jno. Clark and Allan Bowles, have passed the Junior leaving or 2nd class non- professional examination, and Matthew Blake the primary or 3rd class. PRETTY DIPLOMAS. -In the show window,Hamilton street, may he seen the diplomas obtained by A. B. and Mrs. Cornell, asembalmers, etc. They are worthy of inspection, that of Mrs. Cornell prticularly so, as she is the first woman who has won such an honor in Canada. iN THE COURTHOUSE. -The congre- gation of St. Peter's meet in the Court- house for service, the old St. Peter's having been taken down. Sunday service will be held in the same place until the new edifice is ready for occupancy. PARTRIDGE SIIooTING.-Tuesday of last week being the first day of the season for partridge shooting a large number of sportsmen were out bright and early to bring down the first bird. The point made for by the greater number was north-east of Nile, where, we understand, many birds were seen. There was no large hags made, as far as we have heard, three being the largest number that fell to any one gun. A BAD FALL. -Last week Leo Eliott was swinging from a branch of a tree in front of the Bank of Montreal when the branch, a dead one, broke off, the boy falling with great force to the ground, a distance of 9 or 10 feet. Leo's head struck with great force against the sidewalk, resulting in a nasty bruise on the (forehead and over the eye, a disjointed finger and a sprained wrist. Although badlystunn- ed at the time the youthful climber is mending rapidly. A COMING EVENT. -On the evening of Tuesday, the 29th inst., the members of the Bicycle Club give a grand ball in the Curling and Skating Rink, West Street. The gentlemen forming the committee that have the arrangements in charge are hard at work, a sure eign that everything will he done to make the occasion one worthy of the club. The large blinding will be prettily dressed, the floor put in perfect con- dition for dancing, and the music the beat procurable. As the tickets are limited an early application will be necessary, as a ball under such auspices in so perfect and roomy a building is sure to be patronized by every Toyer of terpsichore and the wheel. Goderich. Fol(( BRITISH COLUMBIA, -•Mr. An- drew Waddell has been engaged by a syndicate to go to Rossland, British Columbia, to look after mines in that locality. Andrew is the right man in the richt place, as he was al'; Vancouv- er minae in 1858, and has been in Califoroire Mexico, Madoc and Sud- bury. CIRCULAR CITY BRIEFS. -The Base Ball Olub has postponed its intended Ball to a future date on account of that of the Bicycle Club next Tuesday. -A resident of St. Andrew's Ward finding a skunk in his cellar called in A, B. Davison, hardware merchant, to shoot it and he did it with one bullet. -Bowls ale still the favorite gat -rte. -The Vic- toria Opera House will he occupied by a comedy company each evening this week, -At the London Fair last week Mr. F. Elliott's McCormic won first money each day in the ruuning races, Mr, Chas. Shane taking 3rd money. -- The rate of taxation for 1896 is twenty- three mills on the dollar, the same as last year. -Dr. Marshal Elliott former- ly well, known in town and townships died in the States and was brought to town on Saturday and buried in Mait- land cemetery on Sunday. -At the Assize court last week Mrs. De Lyon was tried for perjury but the jury did not agree, 8 being for acquittal and 4 for conviction. A boy named Kyle pleaded guilty to a charge of assault and was allowed to go on suspended sentence, and the man Wilson up for a serious offence was acquitted, the Judge taking the case from the jury while the trial was in progress. -Last week a boy named Cain, found guilty of stealing ice cream, was bound out by the P. M. to Robert Miller. -Two of our cyclists were before the P. M. the past week for riding on the side walk and being found guilty were each assessed $1 and costs. -There was great perch fishing last week. -Mr. R. LeTouzel left last Thursday to con- tinue his studies at McGill university, Montreal. -The storm on Saturday was the severest of the season, all carne upon the spot, where the hear kinds of trees being despoiled of fruit and branches. -Miss Lena Martin has 1 wits seen by the old gentleman, when the question of their bear hunt was settled by the appearance of a large black calf. They did not shoot it, hut Alex. declares he will have better proof next time of it's existence before he starts on another wild bear hunt. - Journal. Varna. NOTES, --Mr. And. Keyes, of the Babylon, left Saturday for a week's visit to Whitechurch and Winghaur.--• Mr. Rufus Keyes leaves this week for Buffalo with a carload of sheep. Goderich Township. BH1EFs.-Mr. and Mr. John Beacon( were last week visiting friends in Lon- don and vicinity. They also took in the fair, -Mrs. Cluff is visiting at her son Robert's in Clinton. -You hear nothing but the hum of the thresher in this neighborhood. --Mrs, Jas. Reid, of Stanley, and her sister, Miss Minnie Webster, of Lucknow, were the guests of Miss Kate Webster last week. -Mr. David Beacom took in the fait' in Lon- don last week. --Rev, and Mrs. Oaten returned from Toronto last week and occupied his pulpit at Cole's appoint- ment last Sunday. Mr, Jas. Wallace preached during the rev, gentleman's absence. SoxE'l'IIINtt UNUxuAL.--On the 9th of the present month Mr. Geo. A. Coop- er had a hive of Kees swarm, and all returned to the hive. About. three quarters of a mile distant, on the fol- lowing day on the faun of Mr. A. Cur- rie, Dr. Wilkie, of Clinton, and Mrs. Thos. Cook captured a swarm and housed theta, since which time the honey gatherers have been working well. This is something very unusual at this season of the year. W Ingham TREY DID NOT SHOOT THE BEAR. - Old Mr. Montgomery while fishing the other day up the north branch of the Maitland, was astonished to see a large black hear near the B. line. Not car- ing to remain in such close neighbor- hood with Mr. Bruin, he made tracks for town and told his story to some of our sports. A shooting patty was at once organized, who started with guns and other weapons ofa deadly nature to secure the hide of his nibhs. Atter plunging through the swamps they returned to her home, Detroit. -Miss McMicking who had been the guest of Miss P. Holt, the past two weeks Left for home, Toronto, last Saturday. - Miss Bailey returned to Toronto the past week. --Mr. H. Clucas, of London, was in the circular town last week. - Mr. Geo. Neibergall, of Sarnia., was in town on Friday. -The fishing tugs be- longing to this port have lifted their nets and ceased 13shing.-Regularmeet- ing of the Chosen Friends oto -morrow (Thursday) evening. -Mr. Robert Mc- Leaa has chipped over one hundred head of cattle since his return from the Motherland. Holmesvitle. ANNIVERSARY. - The Holmesville Methodist oburob will hold its anni- versary services on Oct. 4, Rev. R. M yard, of Clinton, preaching morning and evening and Rev. A. Godwin, of Goderich, in the afternoon. On the following evening wo will have our Harveat Home. A good programme is arranged for and we expect a large crowd as the admission is within reach of all. ENGAGED. -The directors of' the Holmeevilie cheese factory have re• engaged Mr. Ed. Johnston for another year. We think this is another good step, as he is a successful cheese maker, NoTEs.-Mrs. W. Pickard has re- turned from a visit to friends in Wing• hem. -On Friday a number from here took in the afternoon sports and concert in the evening at Clinton. Mise Lucie Andrews received first prize for run• ning.-Miss Minnie Andrews, of Clinton, was the guest of her uncle on Monday. Blyth. Batshs.-Telman Concert Company intend giving an entertainment in this town on the 7th Oct., the last evening of the Fair. -Blyth was well represent- ed at the Western Fair last week in London, notwithstanding the hard times. -Rev. T. E. lligley returned on Friday evening from a visit among friends at St. rhomts.-Mise Millie Bell has returned from a several weeks visit among friends in London West. -Mr. Robert Howard, Jr., has taken the contrast of building the brink work of the engine house of Elena Livingeton'a new factory whish he ie going to erect immediately. -Mr. Joseph McGuire, who hes been a resi- dent of this town for over twenty years, intends moving hie family to Springfield, Mese., this week. -Mies McConnell milliner, left for Crediton on Tuesday so take her situation. -On Saturday evening Mr. Matthew Floody and bride returned from their honey moon trip. -Mr. A. and Mrs. Emigh and Mrs. Cannon, after spending a few days with friends in town, return- ed to their home in Black Rook, U. S., on Tuesday. -One of our citizens, Mr. W. Levy, took a moonlight flight last week, leaving several mourners behind. Be rented the Blyth Estate farm ad• joining this village for a term. The bailiff is In possession and will sell the crops, Ara, on Saturday. iUcHiUop, BRIEFS. -Mrs. Irvine, of Blanchard, in visiting at the residence of her son Mr. J. J. Irvine -Mr. and Mrs. James Bell, of Drayton, have been visiting relatives in this aeration during the past week. -A young lad, son of Mrs. Stimor, had the misfortune to fall from an apple tree and break his arm, on Monday last. -Mr. Wm. Hack well has erected a work shed. -We regret to have to annonnce the death of Mrs. Smith, wife of Mr. Wm. Smith, merehant,of Walton. The deceased lady had been ill for a considerable length of time. The funeral on Fri- day last was laregly attended.-Meears. A. Cardno of Seaforth, and A. Goven- lock of McKillop, have been around buying apples for ehipmSnt, The price paid is about 50 cents a barrel, - Little Bessie Smith who has been ill with au attack of quinsy is recovering. -The residence of Mr. Michael Johnston is nearing completion. -The tea meeting on Friday evening was fairly attended consi- dering that the weather was not good. An enjoyable time was spent all round. A social was announced for the following Monday of provisions left over from the tea meeting. County Currency. Mr. Robert Thompson, of Seaforth, has opened up an egg and butter busi- ness in Brussels. Mr. R. W. Runciman, at one time one of the managers of the Goderich Foundry, has removed to Wingham where he Intends to start a machine shop. Last Thursday week Mise Maggie McMichael, second daughter of Mr. Wm. McMichael, of the townline, Hul- lett, and Mr. Ernest 5. Jhittendon were united in marriage. They will commence life together on the Chitten- don farm, Hullett. On Wednesday evening week the residence of Mr. Joseph Upshall, of Tucker -smith, was the scene of a pleas- ant and interesting event. The occa- sion was the marriage of Mr. Upshall's daughter, Annie, to Mr. James S. Crozier, a prosperous. young grocery merchant of Seaforth. Rev. S. Ache- son, of Kippen, officiated. Mr. Matthew Wilson, Q. C., of Chat- ham, who recently returned from Win- nipeg, where he has heen attending the Anglican Synod, reports in the local press that :-"The Synod was one - of the beat in the history of the church. Three sessions were held each day, ands a wonderful amount of business wa& dealt with in a very harmonious man ner, the farmers of Manitoba and thea North-west are well p!f"°'�'i with this season's crops. They are not equal to those of last year, but the farmers say last year's crops were unprecedented, and they did not expect to see the like of them for many years again. The feeling le one of etrong confidence in the stability and future prosperity of the country."