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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron News-Record, 1896-12-02, Page 1tr. tl, F4i SS nil`.. TIIE NE WS -RECORD. TERMS—$1.915 per Anuum, 1.00 In Advance. INDNPNNDBNT LW ALL TH1N08-,-N&UTRAL IN NOTHING A. Al TODDil Editor and Owner VOL. XVIII CLINTON. HURON COUNTY, ONT. WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 2, 1896 WHOLE NO. 941 The Most Popular otch Whiskies. JOh r Dewar & Sons' Extra Special, Old Highland Wbiekey, Andrew Usher & Co's. Special Reserver Old Vatted Glenlinet. Sherriff's Old Islay Whiskey. Bullock, Lade & Co's. white label, 7 years old. Big Ben, supplied to the Hoare of Commons, Lack Kennedy The Clinton Liquor Store. 1896 * DEOEMBER *1896 Su. Mo.l Tu. We.I Th. I Fr. Ela. 6 7 8 9 O I Z2 13 14 15 x6 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24. 25 26 27 68 29 30 31 . . Town Topics. LOCAL UNION MEETING.—The union meeting of the Young Peoples' Socie- ties wit be held in the Baptist Church on Fr' y evening, when Mr. Frank Hale, Goderich,willgive a report of the wa convention, Ption and addresses will he delivered by Mr. W. H. Kerr, of Brussels, and others. The Banner won by the county will be on exhibition at this meeting. THE TANNERY HOSPITAL.—For Some wtks there has been an hospital in Clinton which is said to be doing a great service to the rising generation. Whooping cough is quite prevalent, and last Saturday Mr. R. S. Roan, ,of the tannery, had some forty patients, all treated free of cost. It is said that the steam from the liquid vats, Inhaled by the patients, will effect a cure, and many declare that cureaand relief have been the result. 4Q,Or NOT FAIR TO THE PUBLIC.—A circul- ar bas been sent out to Inany of the outside agents of the Grand Trunk and C. P. R., notifying them that arrange- ments have been made for a freer in- terchange of business and that the of- fices in Clinton and other towns will not be necessary. This means that Mr. W. Jackson s office is to be closed, also that of Mr. A. T. Cooper. Mr. Higginbottom, auditor of the Grand Trunk, was here yesterday and left for Goderich to -day. Mr. A. T. Cooper will, however, retain the agency for the C, P. R. Telegraph, also the Dom- iuion Express Money Orders. The ac- tion of both 'corporations is very un- just to the public and will not meet with popular approval. SAYING GOOD BYE.—On Monday evening .the boarders at the Mason House gathered early in the evening in the parlors to say good bye to Miss Minnie Heideman, who left yesterday for Zurich, her home, prior to entering on the matrimonial sea of life. On behalf of the inmates Mr. Thos. Jack- son read a highly complimentary ad- dress and presented the young lady with a beautiful hanging lamp as a sin - core mark of their appreciation. A very enjoyable hour or two was spent in social intercourse. Miss Heideman come Mrs. Stanhach, and our on" egret is that the Grit policy per- sis allowing Canadian daughters to be annexed to the United States. Her home in the near future will be Detroit. WORTHY PIONEERS. — Among the smart, aged country people who come to town we mention Mr. and Mrs. Jno. T. Anderson, of the Bayfield Line Goderich toWnship. The other day we met Mrs. Anderson, whose age is 70, and Mr. Anderson who has reached the 77 mark. Both are early Huron pion- eera.and have reared a large and hon- ored family. It is pleasing to meet and converse with such worthy and happy early settlers who have hewed from the former dense forest wilderness cultivated homes for the present and coming generations. Long may Mr. ,and Mrs. Anderson live to enjoy the well earned fruits of their labor and may many succeeding generations profit by the noble work of these pioneer. �F RICKET CONCERT,—Last Thursday evening a fair sized and appreciative audience attended the concert in the town hall under the auspices of the Clinton Cricket Club. The Orchestra would do credit to any city, while Chester Whitely from Seaforth, an amateur boy violinist harmed every- one. The others who took part were Miss Herman, Miss Combe, Mrs. Hoov- er, Mrs. Gibbins, Miss Boles, Miss Hamilton and Mr. R. Downs. Each are so well and favorably known that comment is not necessary. The Black Art was a most commendable feature. The talented accompanists were Mrs. Wall, Miss A. Gibbings, Miss H. Combo and Mies L, Irwin. The banquet lamp was drawn' by Masters Charlie Tisdall and Lorne U. Todd, Mr. B. J. Gibbings being the winner. While the- atten- dance was fair and the concert good, ,. we timet confess there should lave been even a larger patronage. Those who were present were well repaid. Town Topes. THANKSGIVING 'ONION SERVICES.— There was a large congregation at the Presbyterian Church last Thursday morning. Rev. Mr. Harris, of the Bap- tist Church, preached a very appropri- ate sermon. Miss McWhinney had charge of the singing, and the choir acquitted themselves admirably. ANOTHER INDUSTRY. —. Yesterday THE NEWS -RECORD was presented with a neat box containing apple jelly, man- ufactured by Mr. S. J. Andrews, Clinton. According to the judgment of the edi- tor's palate and eyes, which are gener- ally looked upon as correct, we pro- nounce the sample as perfect in taste and color. There should be a very large sale for this class of goods and we trust Mr. Andrews will be en- abled to find and even control a very large market. Apple jelly is now rec- ognized as a household necessity and the manufacture of the article cannot find a better location than Clinton. We wish every success to this new and necessery industry. Brief Town Topics. Miss Morris has returned to London. Poultry for Thankegi ving was scar ce. Mr. Dave Cantelon is on a visit to Detroit. The Town Council meets next Mon- day night. Miss McWhinney is organizing a singing class. Mr. Jas. Shepherd was last week on a visit to Goderich. Mrs. Wm. Cantelon was last week on a visit to Mitchell. Mr. J. B. Reuther, of Walkerton, was in townesterda . Y Y Messrs. W. J. and Lionel Paisley spent Sunday in Teeswater. Miss Melinda Dickinsoh, of Toronto, is visiting friends in Clinton. Dust flying about the first of Decem- ber in Clinton is rather unusual. The tea -meeting at the Rat.tenbury street church realized about $100. Mr. J. F. Black, of Montreal, was the guest of Mr. W. Jackson over Sunday. The Christmas Tree at the Baptist Church has been arranged for Dec. 2'l. Ed. Pigot, of Clinton, is working 4 W. Welsh's planing mill.—Hensall Ob- server. 'While playing the other day' Cefll Brewer had the misfortune to break his arm. Mr. Alex. Gunn, of London, *rho resided here over a quarter of a cen- tury ago, is here on a visit. Mr. James Young, of the town hall boot and shoe store, was on a businetle visit to London last Friday. Mrs. J. A. Croll spent part of last week the guest of her daughters in Galt, returning home Monday. Correspondence from McKillop, Gor- rie and other interesting matter is unavoidably held over until next week Miss Steep, of Clinton, is in town spending Thanksgiving Day the guest of Miss Rosa Evans.—Mitchell Recor- der. "Are you a piano agent?" Or "do you want to buy a piano"? He who utters such sentences is in danger ot his life. Mr. Rufus Andrews is in the hard- ware business of Messrs. Mullet & Jackson at Seaforth for a couple of weeks. Next Sunday evening in the Raten- bury street Methodist church Rev. Mr. Millyard will preach a special sermon to the young people. Thos. Jackson, Sr., has removed to Victoria Block, A. J. Holloway to Jackson's old stand, and Ford & Murphy to Holloway's. The Northwest hlizzerd where seyeral persons were frozen to death, struck Clinton yesterday. Although cold, we are dry and warns. James Snell was on Monday selected by the electors of Hullett over A. T. McDonald to represent them in the new county council division. Ensign Scobille, the t3. A. social worker for the province, will visit Clinton on Dec. 7th, when a lantern service will be held at 8 p. m. Service will he held (D. V.) on Sun- day next, Dec. 0th, at 11 a. rn. in St. John's Church, Holmesville; and at 7 p. rn. in St. Peter's, Sumrnerhill. ,John L. Sturdy passed through Clin- ton from Goderich to Harristnn on Monday and called nn Turf News -RE- CORD and renewed his subscription. Pete McNeil, who is employed in the butcher shop of Ford & Murphy, cut his thumb severely on Monday evening instead of a piece of meat. He was quick to discover the mistake. Mr. Oswald Hunt, who will soon have completed his apprenticeship as a first-class harness and eadlery mechan- ic, spent the Thanksgiving holiday at parental residence, Princess street north. Harry Cundy, an able-bodied young man who has been at the House of Re- fuge for some time, was on Monday engaged by Mr. A. Nevin of Centralia, and left by train for that place. He has secured a good home. Rey. W. H. Palmer, who was so favorably received in Clinton some two years ago, will begin special ser- vices In the Baptist church of this town on Jan.Srd, 1897. Mr.Palmer hails from England and Is an evangelist of great power ; great blessings are anti- cipated from his coming. Brief Town Topics. Yesterday D. Cantelon shipped an- other car of live hogs to Collingwood. In consequence of the dilly-dallying policy ot the Government on the tariff question farmers did not receive anything like former prices, James Campbell, the nominating officer for the county council division No. 2, comprising Goderich township, Hullett and Clinton, has called a public meeting of the electors, to be held in Clinton town hall on Monday, Dec. 21st, at one o'clock p. in. On Wednesday, Nov. 18th, Mrs. Thos. Fitzsimmons, of Clinton, was married at Wingham to Mr. Isaac Jewett, of Morris, a highly esteemed citizen and well-to-do farmer. THE NEWS -RECORD wishes Mr. and Mrs. Jewett for g life and abundant pros- perity. Mr. Autbony Nevin, of Centralia, a progressive fernier, was a visitor to the House of Refuge last Monday and speaks in the highest terms of the cleanliness and management of the Home. Mr. Nevin was shown every courtesy by Mr. and Mrs. French and inspected the whole building. Were it not that he required a second suit of clothing,"Mr. Nevin declared he might have remained for the winter months. Goderich. A GRADUATE.—Mise Grace Wilson, of the Huron Road, graduated from the nurses class of the Toronto General hospital last week, Fon ELECTION.—Last week Thos. Carrick was brought bef:,re His Honor Judge Masson for election and wishing to be tried without a jury, and pleading guilty„the case was soon disposed of, The Co. Attorney strongly recommend- ed the youthful offender to mercy, and the authorities in Wingham followed a like course, and it appearing that de- fendant's companions escaped heavy punishment, the young ones being fined and the elder turning informer, and that be had been in the comrnon jail six days, he was sentenced to two days in the county jail. AN AT HOME,—The teachers of town gave an At Home in the Collegiate As- sembly room on Friday evening to the visiting pedagogues, and to make the occasion interesting invitations were sent to the school trustees and a few friends. During the evening there was a eneral•discussiononthebestmethod of advancing teaching as a profession, in which teachers and visitors took part. The programme outside of the discussion, consisted of recitations by Miss Grace Johnston and Miss Wine - !rade Ball, a solo by Miss Minnie Stra- chan, and piano solos by Mies Show. All present were entertained with cof- fee and cake. The Local school marm's prettily attired and with pretty faces, gracefully served the company. CIRCULAR CITY BRIEFS.—Miss Annie Campbell, of Seaforth, was at home for Thanksgiving.—Pridbam the tailor has moved into the store next his old one. The new place of business has been fitted up in city style and is a credit to the leading tailors of Western Ontario.—A man named Kidd is in 'ail charged with false pretenses.—he Central Prison bailiff took charge of Tab Craig last wtek and landed him safely in his new hoarding house.—The curling and skating rink is being pre- pared for the winter's games.—Our people still complain of the alteration in G. T. R. time table that makes it impossible for one to answer an even- ing letter from Toronto.—Apple pack- ing is now over till next season.—Rev. J. E. Howell a one time pastor of the North st. Methodist church, preached both morning and evening last Sunday to large congregations.—The Church - woman's Guild, of St. George's church held the regular meeting for the elec- tion of officers yesterday evening.— Col. and Mrs. Ross, of Toronto, were in town the past week.—Barrister Cooke, of Hensall, spent Thanksgiving Day in town.—There will be Holy Com- inunion at St. George's next Sunday morning.—There was a special service in Knox church on Thanksgiving Day, the collection heing for the poor.—The water works tele extension is now complete and from henceforth soft water will be supplied.—Parties are the order of the day, but soon snow -shoe- ing and skating will take the lead,— The incandescent system Is now in running order, and those stores and buildings using the lights look brilliant. --Friday was a real summer clay but Saturday evening was a fair beginning of winter.—Poultry and hogs were hrought in plentifully the past week.— Humber and Caosey, the contractors for putting in the town sewers, pushed the work along the past week.—The schooner Craftsman reached harbor last week with 300 toes of hard coal for Mr. William Lee.—The pastor, Rev. Wm. Godwin, is holding special week- night services in Victoria street Meth. church.—Rev. Allan Seager, B. A., son of P. M. Seeger, was honored with the degree of M. A., at the recent convoca- tion of Trinity College for conferring degrees.—Those who iattended the for- mal opening of the Base Ball club rooms last week are loud in praise of their reception and entertainment.— Some two weeks since a case of diph- theria was reported a couple of miles out. The patient has recovered and we are pleased to state that it seems to have been stamped out.—Mr. Houston, director of Teachers' Institutes, was In town the past week.—We are now in Advent, a reminder of a coming Holy Day.—It is said that one of our shoe merchants will shortly, embark in the wholesale line in Toronto.—The store in the corner of West street will short- ly' be occupied. Goderich, CHRISTMAS IB NEAR.—Many persons thoughts are now setting in the direc- tion of Christmas. Indeed in these wild November days it is good to look forward to the season of peace and good will with its grejtt humanizing associations and its lessons of humility and relief. Already we hear of Christ- mas parties and Christmas gifts that will in strange and diverse ways delight astonish and bless. May we ask that those intending to delight their own and generously bestow on others the blessing that should flow at this hal- lowed period, will keep an order for our Christmas fruits that just reached us from the Levant. STURDY BROS. THANKSGIVING.—On Thursday even- ing there was a large attendance at the North street Methodist church, a hot supper and an excellent after pro- gramme being the attraction. From 5.30 to 7.30 the ladies of the congrega- tion were kept busy supplying the tables in the basement with the delica- cies of the season, and the duty was performed so well that everybody pres- ent was delighted. As is usual at this annual festival turkey was the chief point of attack, but he was surrounded and embellished with choice tit bits, that made his dismemberment extreme- ly pleasing. At 8 p, m. an excellent programme was presented. It consist- ed of choruses and solos by the choir, and Miss E. S. Case, of London, some pretty selections given by the harmony orchestra and addresses by Revs. J. A. Anderson, B. A., and Wm. Godwin, of Goderich, and E, Scott, of Toronto. Goderich Township. MARRIED.—On Nov. 9th Miss Lizzie Elliott the estimable daughter of a g Mr. John 0. Elliott, was married at Nia- gara Falls to Mr. Frank Powell of that place. Mrs. Powell is on a brief visit to her parents. PLOUGHING BEE,—On Friday last Mr. Wm. Cole, who purchased tne Burn's farm on the 18th, had a plough- ing bee which was fairly well attended by neighbors and they managed to turn a nice lot of ground. HURT.—While Mr. Tom Wigginton was helping Mr. L. Beaty of Varna to erect a power wind mill he was unfor- tunate enough to sustain such injuries as would lay him up for a few days. We hope soon to see him around agairi all right. w . NOTES. —The local sports who wont shooting on Thanksgiving Day did a lot of shooting, but we do not know whether they bagged any game. —Who will run for County Council?—Who will get elected ?— These are questions that can hardly be answered yet. PERSONAL.—Miss Sarah Weldon, of Kippen, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Cook on the 9th.—Harry Cook, who is engaged in the livery business at Kincardine, is pn a visit to friends in the township. He will have a quantity of oats in the sheaf pressed and shipped back. NEw WELLS.—Mr. Peterson, of Kin- cardine is at present engaged boring a well on the Huron road place for Mr. R. Jenkins. Mr. Jenkins has had one pored on his farm on the 16th, the depth being 150 feet, going through about 30 feet of rock and striking water which rose to the height of 50 feet and seems impossible to dry. Mr. Thomas Jenkins also had one 160 feet with 60 feet of water. Those wells seem a little expensive. as the price is $1.60 per foot with piping. Those who have streams running through or springs on their farms can now appre- ciate their value. Dungannon. DOTS.—Mr. Joe. Stothers took hie departure on Monday for Blyth, where he intends carrying on a confedtion- ery and baking business which he pur- chased from Messrs. Jackman& Powell. —Mr. Hugh McMath left on Friday to spend the winter with his daughter, Mrs. Benmish, at Detroit.—The social at Carlow, held under the auspices of the C. E. Society was well represented from this place. All seemed to have an enjoyable time and we hope that there may he many more pleasant times spent together during the winter,— Thanksgiving , day passed off very quietly. A good many of the sports spent the day shooting.—Miss Ise Saunby has returned home after an extended visit from her uncle at Lon- don. --Miss Godfrey is the guest of S. E. Sanderson.—Mrs. Patten and family have moved into the new re- sidence on Alpert Street.—The ton- sorial artist left on Monday for Gorrie, where he intends carrying on the same line of business. Hs was a very pop- ular young man and will he greatly missed by all. We wish him success in bis undertaking. SAD DEATH.—While Mr. Jas. Smiley, of New Mexico, was spending a few weeks visiting friends and rela- tives at this place he was taken ill very suddenly with inflammation of the lungs and died on Sunday last. He held a very important position on the Santa Fe R. R. system in Mexico. The funeral took place from the resi- dence of his brother, Thomas Smiley, to Dungannon cemetery on Tuesday last. gr. John Benneweis of Logan, it is said, has fully decided to reire from the reeveshlp and offer for a seat in the new county council. - Mr. Robert Keyes has likewise, declared himself in the fleld as a candidate for the county council under the new act Seaforth. BETTER LATE THAN NEVER.—Mr, Editor,—I am pleased, and I know your readers will be, t4 learn that the renegade. Seaforth Sun has apoligised for slandering so many Roman Catho- lios. While the apology is not as am- ple as it eboeld be, the marks on the wall are enough proof. I notice the W. C. T, U. are now taking a turn and denouncing the railway traffic on Sunday. These fanatics should now start on the livery, the bicycle, the hotel coos and private seryant who work on 4unday, even unto the minis ter or priest who drives a horse in order that le may preach the Gospel of Christ. Well, well, what will the harvest bel—Yours sincerely, ROMAM CATHOLIC. Beigraye. NEW BUILDING,—Thos. Wilkinson has built a new stable on his property here. IMPROVEMENTS.—Mr. A. Haslam has improved the appearance of his grocery by having a new verandah placed in front of it, A GOOD-WORK,—Rev. Mr. Hall was absent last week addressing Bible So- ciety meetings, he being tne agent of the Societ1r in this district. PURCHASED.—Messrs. Watson and Geddes have purchased the saw mill and will dp custom work and chopping this winter. They will also pay the top price for good sawings. SHOOTING MATCH.—The target prac- tice under the management of Mr. Robt. McKee on Thanksgiving,was well patronised, a large umbr• of geese and turkeys being disposed of as prizes, HOME A,o,uN.-Prof. J. W. K. Van- norman arrived home from Manitoba last Tuesday, looking none the worse for his trip. He had a good deal of trouble with the school question before he got it settled. Blyth. BRInIi'B.—St. Andrew's Presbyterian S. S. intend giving an entertainment in Industry Hall on the evening of Dec. 18th.—Mr. Robt. Colloton return- ed to his home in Walkerville after a brief Visit amongst friends and rela- titaes in town.—On Tuesday evening a comedy company gave an entertain- ment to the public in Industry hall.— Regular monthly !meeting of the mem- bers of the I. U. Foresters was held in Temperance hall on Monday evening. —Quite a quantity of grain is coming to market these days. It's a pity that prices are so low.—Mr. Peter Purvis, of Teeewater, formerly of this burg, was in town last week shipping wool. —Mr. Stothers has taken posseseiou of the bakery and confectionery business which he purchased recently from Messrs. Powell and Jackman. --Mrs. John Colclough, of Morris, has moved into her residence in town where she intends making her home in the future. —Banker Rance and his estimable wife have returned from their honeymoon trip.—On Tuesday last M. Jeseop & Uo., Blyth, the cheapest boot and shoe and grocery store of the county, made an assignment to C. Hamilton. Esq. We understand a meeting of the creditors will he held in Clinton on the 3rd inst„ at the Clarendon hotel.—Some of our merchants sleep sounder since the cheap store assivnment. Ain't that so, Francis James? Holmesville. CHcricn.—Mr. Allan, of Colborne, took the Sunday service for Mr. An• drew.,—Epworth Lesgue met Monday evening. The subject, "Heathen Claims and tTrrietian Dutiee,” was taken by Miss A. Stephenson. NoTEe.—Rev. G. W. Andrews spent a few days; on his former circuit at Comber.—Mr. 3, R. Holmes returned from Manitoba and reports it very cold there.—Mr. T. C. Pickard and his daughter Elsie spent the holiday seas on in Toronto.—C. L. Fisher attended the Teachers' Convention in Goderich. —Mies L. Andrews spent the holidays visiting friends in Mitchell.—Mr. and Mra. `V. Elford, of Goderich, spent Thanksgiving with their uncle, Mr. E. Acheson.—Rev. F. J. Oaten, of Bayfield, palled in the village last week.—Mr. M. Howell, of Goderich, visited his grandmother, Mrs. Holmes. Mrs. J. Andrews, of Londesboro,spent a few days with her brother.—Mr. J. Crooke, of Exeter, spent Thanksgiving with his parents.—Mise A. Potter hes returned to Woodstock, accompanied by Mies M. Gliddon, who purposes staying there for some time.—Mre. W. N. Manning, of Clinton, spent Sunday with her friend Mies Sarah Acheson. —Mr. Graham spent Sunday with friends) in the village.—Mies McFar- lane returned to her home on Monday. About six week ago Mrs. John Bider, of Wingham, went to Eveleth, Minne- sota, to visit her eon, who ie a tele- graph operator at that station. While there she contracted a fever, and word bas reached home that she died on Mon- day morning Mrs. Elder was a daughter of Mt. Reuben Clark, of the Huron road, Hullett. Removed TO jluroij Street. We are offering Some Snaps For the Cold Snap. COME AND SEE US IN THE NEW STORE. •••••••• A. J. HOLLOWAY, CLINTON. Brucetleld NOTES.—Mr. James Aikenhead of Goderich spent a few days last week visiting friends and acquaintances in and around Brucetield.—Word was re- ceived here some days ago of the death of James McDonald, who resided and kept a tailor shop in Brucefleld. We may state, however that we have no authentic information regarding the above,and we sincerelyhe it is only oP a ruor. Letters were received b friends of his dated Nov. llth and al- though not feeling very well then nothing very serious was anticipated. —Mr. Perry Overholt who has been employed by different farmers in this vicinity during the past few years, left Tuesday morning for Wiarton where he has secured a good position in a furniture factory.—Friends of Parkin- son of Eheville who mysteriously dis- appeared from his home on Wednes- day night of last week, have been look- ing for him. He has beep seen by different parties but seems to elude the viligance of those that are seeking him. It is supposed that he is mental- ly deranged.—Mr. Neil McGill has disposed of his farm on the 6th con- cession, Stanley, containing 100 acres, to Mr. Wm. Hart. The land is of excellent quality, and with some im- provements will make a tine farm. We congratulate Mr. Heart on his purchase.—Some of our young, men are frequenting the village of Hensall a little too often ; quit in time boys or there will he a scrap,—Mr. Colin Kennedy has gone to his home in Wingham. From Our Subscribers. SOME CASH—GOOD AND HARD TIMES— THE PAPER OF THEIR CHOICE. Of late we have received a number of letters from patrons. From the lot we have selected and conde,gaed a few, omitting in every case the name. Here they are : From St. Joseph, Mioh.:—I write you to say I have not forgotten my indebtedness to THE NEWS -RECORD. 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I would not be withou tTHE NEws-RRO0RD. From HartoeyMan.:—You will find en closed the sum of six dollars for TBE NEws-Its- coRD, which will pay up to 1898. 1 am son to be eo far behind, but 1 could not help as times have been pretty close here. You spoke in your card about the blushing maples and pumpkins big and yellow, but they do n get yellow here Boon enough to help the fgkeet very much. From Rainy River, Ont.:—I Bend you one dol- lar for THE News-Rgooan for a year to be sent to my address—a new subscriber. Burglars gained entrance to Mr. Snell's butcher shop, Exeter, on Mon- day night or early Tuesday morning and stole half a pig and several tur- keys. No clue to the marauders. Mr. Wm. Fotberingham, of Tucker. smith, has purchased from Mr. Duncan McLaren, of Glenqquaich Farm, Hib- hert, a very superiolr young shorthorn bull. He to ayear oIA, of roan color, and is from Mr. McLaren's stock bull, bred from imported stock. •