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This will redtto tha Veakt of eurreat, l
will now cont Lttelr :ow Selo per H. P.
kneeled of $4100 and Ripley will get it
for $60.00 instead of $813,00 as first figur-
ed Mr. Phut said everything was in
readiueee to go right ahead and he would
guarantee to leave hydro here by Oct. 1st.
7t§20 and utaybe sootier. Fanners be-
tween Holyrood and Lucknow and Qts
the line to Ripley can also get current
and no doubt tuany will take advantage
Of it.
Miss Annie Boyd retuned last week
from Chicago wht • e she had been visiting
her sister,
Mr, Moorehouce Mitchell is home from
[Quebec fora couple of weeks,
Wm, Connell who graduated recently
in medicine has accepted a position as
assistant with a doctor in Collingwood.
Mrs, D, Sheriff r•etur ned on Saturday
from Welland where she went to visit her
daughter, Mrs, (Dr.) McLean and while
there took very sick she has nearly re-
covered, and wag accompanied home by
Mrs, McLean, who wilt remain till after
Christmas,
.Mr. and Mrs, E. Aitcheson returned from
Wingham where they were visiting Mrs.
Wm. Aitcheson,
A regular blizzard has been raging for
two hays, now, many are Making prepar-
ations for the end of the world on the 17th
The High School pupils are putting on
a concert on Friday night a play entitled,
Kentucky Belle, proceeds to be devoted
to school improvement.
The picture shose did not come off on
Saturday night owing to lack of supplies
Mrs. Wm Edwards arrived home from
Belleville last week.
H. D. Woods visited in Wingham last
week. •
Mr. Russ. Robertson was in. Wingham,
last week,
Miss Etta. Johntson spent a ° day in
Wingham last week,
Skating in the rink is expected on
Tuesday.
This Christmas we are ready for the big',est
Christmas.trade in our history, Its we have more
suitable and attractive gifts for Men and Women,
Ladies' Christmas
Novelties.
I,ILOU',S'ES
In Georgettes and Crepes 1 n
Rose, Tan, flesh. blues and greys,
CAMISOLES
Latest styles and colours Geer•
getter, taffetas and crepe de chenes
$2 75 to 5.00.
;SILK vivvz'R WEA R
Combinations, bloomers and py-
,afnas
LADIES' ?AiR ASOLS
Attractive New York "handles,
silk and mercerized top $3.00 to
510.00.
K.NXTTED GOODS
Ladies', Misses' and Children's
Sweater Coats and Scarfs and Sets
75e to $15.00.
No VEL' ?YES
Christmas Hendkerchiefs,thous-
ands to select from., ous prices . are
reasonable.
PERRIAS' GLOVES
In Silks, Suedes, Kid. Capes and
Mocha. Every pair guaranteed
.SLI( HOSIERY
In Holeproof, Kayser and best
makee,.•
FURS
The ideal Christmas gi ft, we
have all the new furs and styles at
reasonable prices -Holt Renfrews,
Foxes and Beaver Sets and Hudson
• Seal Coats.
Suitable Gifts for
Men
Owing to the fact that we had
hoped to be in onr new store for
Christmas we bought heavily in.
Christmas gifts for Men, so wenn+ar
have an unusual wide and exclusive
range for you to choose from.
CHRISTMAS
,)NECK. WEA R
A window full of the neatest nov-
elties in Men's Silk and Knitted
Ties 50c to 53.00.
.)NECK SCARF'S
A great many new scarfs in
brushed wool and fancy silk knit,
$2.00 to $6, 50.
SILK, SHIRTS
W, G. and R and Arrow Shirts
in fine jersey silk and Taffetta
strives $7 50 to 10 00.
SW EA TE RS.
A useful gift for men' or boys.
Coats and V neck styles.
GLOVES
Guaranteed makesin suede, cape
beaver and mocha.
CLOTHING
What could be more practical
than to give him that new suit or
overcoat now. Prices $22,50 to
75.00. Silk Hose, Braces, Hand-
kerchiefs, Garters and Armbands;
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Hanna ef Go,
The Store with the Stock
MARMAMWMAIMA MAWMIYMWM4
Lucknow
A wedding of interest to Lucknow
people took place at Cochrane, aOnt.,
when; Miss Susie Webster of Ashfield be-
came the bride of Mr Jas. Miller of
Lucknow, The bridal couple arrived
home on Saturday night and were meet at
the station by a host of their friends, who
showered them, with confetti and good
--wishes. Both ere well known here and
will have the best wishes of all,
One of the oldest residents of Lucknow
passed away last week in the person of
Win. McIntosh, sr. He had been ill for
„a number of years suffering from rheum-
atism, and a few weeks ago it affected his
heart and he gradually sank until the
end came. The late Mr, McIntosh was
88 years of age and was a faithful member
of the Presbyterian church and an ardent
liberal. He leaves besides his wife, one
daughter, Mrs. Peter McKinnon and I
three sons, Thank and William in Luck: -
now and Wes in Winnipeg, The funeral
wad held on Saturday and was largely
attended.
A very sad death occurred in the hos-
pital at Guelph when Mrs. Victor Dun I
nin was called away from earthly cares
and sorrows. The late Mrs. Durnin
whose maiden name was Adeline Howey,
of this town was married to her now ber-
eft husband, Victor Durnin (also of this
town) about nine years ago. After living
here for some time they moved to Gede-
rich and a few years ago went to Guelph.
She was a victim of influenza and despite
the best of attention nothing could be
done to check the disease. She is sur-
vived by her husband and two children,
one 7 years, and the other 5 years of age.
also her .mother and father, one sister
Rhoda and two brothers here, Mrs. La
Chappel of Toronto, Mrs. Gardner, of
Peterboro, and Mrs. Tlollenbeck of Gode-
rich. The body was brought to her par.
ents residence here and the funeral was
held on Thursday to Greenhill cemetery.
The bereaved family have the sympathy
of many here.
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Residents of Lucknow received good
news about Hydro last week when Mr
Flint one of the engineers in connection
with the Hydro power from Eugenia was
in town getting and giving information.
Some changes have been made in regard
to the plans for supplying Lucknow and
Ripley. Instead of a transformation
station at each place, one station will be
located at Holyrood to supply both places
Christmas c3rectins
With the corning of this Christ-
mas will make the 21st Xmas
that wehave had in the town
of Wingham, and in the same
place of business. We take
this opportunity t o express
our appreciation of the patron-
age we have received from the
people of Wingham and sur-
rounding country. We most
heartily wish you all a very
merry Xmas and trust that
you have received the same
pleasure in your business deal-
ings with us, as we have with
you. Thaking you,
JAS. WALKER
A. J. WALKER
Furniture Dealers arid Funeral Directors
uovaille
1++cit. Ftobart Buick hike purchased a 100
acre farm from Harvey Spading in How -
irk.
Mr. Saari Snell has bougbt the farm
known as the Mef3ritt a farm on the bound •
dry from Cloin Higgins.
Wm. Ward of Elora, spent Sunday at
the home of Wm. Nicholson.
We are very sorry to say Mrs. Henry
Mathers is not improving as quickly as
her many friends with, the being confined
to her bed at present.
nt.
Mrs. Milvert Sellars and Milts Vera are
improving after a severe attack of Tonsil-
itis.
Rev, Coma of London, preached in
the Bluevale Methodist church ora Sun
day, he has been assisting. Rev. Burgess
in special services at Ebenezer.
Remember the Christmas Tree on
Christmas night in the Bluevale Metho
dist church
The Women's Institute met at the home
of Mrs. P. D. King to pack a box of
Christmas cakes, candies and other things
to help make our invalid soldiers happy at
Byrcn Hospital.
Mr, and Mrs. Lay West of Horizon,
Sask., is visiting Mrs, West's parents in
Bluevale.
Mr, William Falconer has purche ed
I1r. Milton J. Smith's fart. at Bluevale,
Another old resident of Lucknow pass.
e,d away in Toronto, in the person of
Hugh. K. Seli Mr. Seli during his resid-
ence ip Lueknow was saleman for the late
Jno McHardy, The deceased and bis
wife: were .very highly regarded in this
town and Will have the sympathy of
niany here. Mr. Seli was travelling
sateen -tan for Richard L. Baker Co. of
Toronto, and was very successful on the
road While in Ottawa, he was stricken
with appendicitis and taken to the hospit-
al there, where he was operated upon
but only survived a few days. He leaves
a wife and two small children to mourn
his early death,
Christmas
We have a e,lrost endless variety of articles suitable for Chris:
Space will permit us to illustrate a few only.
R. A, M. Elect Officers
Lebanon Chapter 84, G. R. C„ R. A,
M. have had one. of the most successful i
yearsknown. The election of officers on
Tuesday evening resulted as follows:
Z. -R. A, Coutts.
H. -G, L. Bisbee.
J. -A. G. Smith,
S. E. -Dr, Tamlyn.
S. NN. -A. E. Coling,
P. S. -Dr. Ross.
S. S. -.H. J. Jobb.
�. S. --Geo, Olver.
After the arch degree had been conferr-
ed an oyster supper was served in Mc
Kay's restaurant. •
WINUHAM MARIE'S
(Correct up till Wednesday noon)
Wheat No. 2 Spring 1 95 to 2 30
Wheat No. 2 Fall 1 95 to 2 30
Flour ......... . ... ... 5 55 to 600
Lard....` .............. 36 to 48
Butter • 53 to 60
Eggs 60 to 75
Cattle, med., butchers9 00 to 1000
Cattle, butchers choice11 00 to 12 00
Hogs, liveweight, ... .15 60 at Wingham
Hay ,.,. ............. 19 00 to 20 00
Belgrave
Mr, Harry Wilkinson is back Irons the
west where he spent the summer.
Clayton Procter and Elmer Wilkinson
are in Toronto, this week as delegates
from the Belgrave Farmer's Club to the
U. F. O. convention.
Dave McGill is home in the village,:
after spending a few weeks with friends
at pintail.
Mr, and Mrs Win. Bryant of Blyth,
spent a day with Mr. and Mrs Joe Brand-
on last week..
The Wawanosh council held their final
meeting for the year in the Foresters
Hall on Monday.
Miss Jessie Budge has gone to Ham.
ilton, to spend the winter:
The three Snnday Schools of the :village
are each having an entertainment next
week.'
Wroxeter
Rev, Mr. Gandier, Principal of Knox
College. Toronto, preached te•vo excellent
sermons in the Presbyterian church last
Sunday morning and evening.
Rev, Mr. Byrons of North Bay, is ex-
pected to preach in the Presbyterian
•church next Sunday morning.
Mr. Cecil Simpson and family have
moved to Bruce5eld where they intend
.making their home.
Miss Sadie White returned from Toron-
to, Saturday night, and will spend the
holidays, with her parents
T. G. Hemphill shipped a. ear load of
potatoes from here last week.
Nineteen years ago we took out an en•
dowment policy. when it matures next
year, the face of the policy will buy us a
pair of shoes, ten gallons of gasoline, a
'cord tire and a pair of theatre tickets.
Twenty years ago we thought it would
buy us a house, a new bicycle, a sneer
schaum pipe, a corduroy waist coat and
a trip around the world.
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(trey
Sleigh hells are being heard ottce more
although a little more snow would .rake
better going.
Thos. Williamson's *ale went with full
swing last Tuesday, totalling $4000.00,
liens sold at $s.25 each.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm.1'•orbes of the 16 con
both passed away this past week, Mr.
Forbes died the day of Mrs. Forbes' fun-
eral.
IThe annual meeting of the W. M S.
of Ethel Presbyterian church was held at
the home of Mrs.. Manwell Abram last
Tuesday. New officers were elected for
the coming year
A large crowd attended the tr. F. 0.
"At Home" held in the hall at Cranbrooic
leat Friday evening.
Chester Baker ham his arm in a sling. A
broken wrist being the cause.
J, D. Mo13wetr who sold his farts on
the r th con , ham bought a farm near
Wingtem anal gels possession in the
, lard Mr:. Fred Holis'ttb curvent
Posta&� the fr el*rr's father, .
GIFTS
That Will Be
Appreciated
Electric Appliances
Electic • Fixtul'es
Electric Heaters
Electric Washer
Safety Razors
Pocket Knives
Flashlights
Oil Heaters
Scissors
Aluminum Ware
Rifles
Hockey Skates
Game Traps
Hand Sleighs
Carving sets
Community Plates
1847 Rogers Silver Ware
Pyrex Oven Ware
R0454.91
HARDWARE
Fine Pumps:
For 'Women and:Men
McPherson's Hockey Shoes
For nen, Women, Girls and Boys.
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Romeo Slippers
for Men.
Fine Shoes
In big Variety for Women.
MINCES LIGHTER & STRONGER
Automobile Skates
For Women "and Men.
W. H. WILL IS
SOLE AGENT FOR LADIES'
East Wawangsh
The Sunday School and Day School
held a concert in Currie's Schoolhouse on
Friday evening. A splendid program
was furnished consisti*g of children's
dialogues, reciations and choruses The
Sunday School choir rendered several
musical selections. Rev. E. F. Arm-
strong and lVlr. A. IS. Lloyd gave short
addresses. Violin selections were given
by Messrs Elliott and Mowbray, also by
Iver. Wm. Wellings and Rev. Mr. Arm-
strong. Mr. J. J. Kerr made a capable
chairman. Proceeds amounted to over
$30 00..
Mr, Edmund Irwin who recently sold
his farm to Currie Bros. has disposed of
his stock and implements to them.
Mr. J. J. Kerr has purchased Ernie
Jackson's farm on the Bluevale Road.
We understand Mr. and Mrs. Jack herr
will occupy it,
Mr. W, J. Currie had the misfortune to
loose several little pigs by their falling
lath g cistern,
Belmore
Mrs. Corrigan entertained a few friends
last Tuesday evening.
Miss Mabel Baker has return home
after spendinga month with friends in
ITarriston.
Miss Barbara Dickson, Toronto is
spending a few dans with her parents.
Mr, James Findlatter, Togo, task., is
renewing acquaintances in the village
The West certainly agrees with Jim.
Miss ltlla Jeffray is spending a few days
with her friend, Miss Barbara Dickson.
The Women's Institute met at the
home of Mrs. Wm. Lowry, Sat., Dec. 6th
Splendid reports wars given by the del-
egates to the convention. London and
Toronto,
A eontntittte was appointed to tnet
with a committee appointed by the For-
ester, and the Literary- Society, > to eon -
alder ways and manna of enlargening the
Hall in Selntore. be nett meeting will
he held at the home of Vire. Hector Me-
I,ean,
The Mock Parliament held by the Lit -
entry Society was a deeded success.
The next meeting will talker the Foran rf
a Deberte. Resolved oly ed tlwtt "'the Cir -apex -
a a stare is lef fne're b*fre t to tin carm-
AND DERBY SHOES FOR MEN.
munity than the private enterprise, Ow. ,
ing to Christmas entertainment„" the I
Literary will not meet again till Jan. 13tb.
Mrs. W, Montgomery of Wroxeter, is
visiting with Mrs. Jos. Hall, , .
Mr, John Gibson, Wroxeter was in the
village Tuesday on business.
Wh itechlurch
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• Miss Greta Fox of Wingbatn Hospital
spent a few days of last week at herhome 1
here.
Miss Nettie Cottle is visiting at her
home here.
Mr, William Forster attended the
Guelph Fair last week.
Miss Cora Clubb, who spent the past
few weeks with her brother, Mr. C. I.
Clubb of St, Marys, hasseeturned home.
Mrs. Ira Wel wood of Blm Creek,
Manitoba, is home on a visit to her par-
ent`s, Mr, and Mrs. Craig.
Mr. and Mrs. Ben. McClenagan visited
the latter's parents, Mr,• and Mrs. James
Barbour, one day last week.
Mrs, John McCowan and family, who
have been visiting at the manse for some
time, leave this week for their new home
at Pelly, Seek.
The Guild meeting on Sunday eight
was led by Misses Irene Taylor and Jean
I:;gleston. The leader for the Christmas
meeting i5 Mr. J. Cone.
On Tuesday, Dec. 23rd, a Christmas
entertainment will be held in the Meth-
odist Church here. The programme will
consist of dialogues, drills. recitations and
music. Santa Claus will be present to
distribute the gifts, The admission is 25c
for adults.. Programme to commence at
8 o'clock.
Next Friday night Dec. 19th, is the date
of the Christmas entertainment, Presby-
terian Church. The S. S. pupils are pre-
paring a programme of songs, recitations,
and dialogues, There will be two trees,
one for charity, the other for the S. S.
c lars
s ha Children admitted free; adults
25c. Programme to commence at 8
o'clock; Santa Claus to arrive at close of
programme.
Blyth
The Directors of the Memorial Hall
have selected a building site north of
Gidley's store known as the Drummond
property.
A uuion service in the interests of the
Rubber: Boots
For Women, Boys, Girl® and kiddies ''"
bible society was held in the Methodist
church Sunday eve.
One of the early and highly respected
citizens of town passed to his reward Sat-,
urday evening, Dec Ruth. aged 73 yearn;
in the person of Mr. aA Taylor at his
home, Dretemond St. East; '
The Ladies Guild of Trinty church, are
holding a bazaar and sale of work in the
Commercial Sample Rooms on Tuesday
afternoon and evening,
Mr. John Barr was' fortunate in secur-
ing several first prizes for his fat stock at
the Guelph Fair,
The appointment of Mr, Roy Patterson
( as County Engineer; meets with the ape
proval of our citizens. The appointment
is a good one.
An old pioneer lady passed away
at the home of Mrs. Maines, Londesboro,
on Monday, Dec 8th , Catherine Abbott,
aged 84 years and 9 months; relict of the
Late Francis Little. Deceased lady' with
her husband braved all the hardships
subject to pioneer life; many a weary trav-
eller found the latch string on the outside
of the little home on the 18 con of Hallett.
Ten children were born to them, 3 are de-
ceased namely John, Stewart, and Mrs.
HELP THEBOYS
By attending a DAt`C13 which they
are putting on et the '
VI/Ingham':Arena
Friday Eve'g: Q e 9
Starts ig at 8'o'cloclt,�'
Every cent will be : used to a rebuild
the new rink, • •
WARDSIVIAN BROS
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Madole. Frank resides on the dkI liome-
stead, William and Mrs. Madolp:. ot,,Mam
itoba, Mrs. Wm. Mills,. Mrs. Wen,. Murphy
of H'ullett,, Thomas and Harry. The re-
mains were conveyed to the Methodist
church, Londesbreo . on Friday, service
was conducted by Rev.. Mt, Sawyer
assisted by Rev. James Abery; . The pall -
bears were Wm, Gray, Richard>Sbeddick,
M. Bruce, George Barr. interrnent in
the family lot in Union ceetery. ;"
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Only 5 more days before Christmas in which to do your shopping, do not wait til
the last day or two, but buy now. Our Christmas goods are all iii, and it will pay you
to see our stock before buying.
CREPE DE CHENE,
GEORGETTE BLOUSES
All the latest styles And shades in blouses
that will make her a very acceptable gift.
P rices $5.00 to $15.
GLOVE.S .4 WELCOME GIFT
Silk and kidgloves from the beat makers,
in all thenewest styles.
Prices 51.00 to $4 50.
...MK AND CASHMERE
STOCKINGS
Whether she prefers the finest silk hose or
warmer weights in silk and wool or cashmere
we can fill the requirements for all in the
newest shades.
Prices 51 00 to 4 50 pair,
A SILK. O 9R SATIN
PETTICOAT
Shot Taffeta, fancy stripe silks and plain
tafteta underskirts with elastic,bands.
Prices $0.$0 to $15,00.
We Announce Special Selling
Of Furs, Pur Coats, Ladies' Winter
Coats, Men's,Winter Coats and Clothing
at Money Saving Prices.
Plain and Fancy Linen Handkerchiefs,
Collars, Camisoles and Bourdoir Caps
FANCY HANDKERCHIEFS
CF..f'
In all the newest deaigns and co lo-
ing. Prices 15c to $1.50 each
PURE LINEN HEM
,STXTCttoz rmr•Dx°x�s "
With medium and narrow seems,
best quality linen. Pricer! 35c to 75c.
PA NCV NECzK WEA R .
Latest styles in collars that make
very appreciated gifts boxed nicely.
Prices 56e to 43.00
CAMISOLES AND
BOUDOIR CAPS
Vary dainty camlroles and caps in
crape, georgette and wash snrtht.
Shade whits, pink and maters. Prima*
51 00 to 14.00.
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Gifts Most Appreci a t e d by
NECK WEA R
Ties are always welcome, and our dis-
play offers values in all the best grades of
neckwear.
Prices $1.00, 1.50, 2,00 and 3 50.
GLOVES A )ND SOC211S
FOR MEN
Men's gloves in finest qualities of kid,
cape and reecho, lined or unlined.
Prices $2.00to 4.50.
.BILI( AND CASHMERE SOCKS
Extra values in fine caahmere and silk socks in all the newest shades
patterns. Prices 7.5e to 51,50.
.SILK SHIRTS FOR HIM
Every man appreciates a nice silk shirt for special wearing. we have
nice assormertt, Prices $4 50 to 7.50.
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SWEA TER COATS
All wool sweaters for then, with ar without collars in tnediutn and heavy
weights. Prices $7.50 to.15,00.
MEN' „NIECE M t`IFFLE'72.3'.. SILK OR WOOL
Every man appreciates a nice muffler, it is the finishing touch to his
clothes, prices 1,50 to 5.00.
.S'ILKAND L%X X )V1)/CE 'tCi5llitrX;S"
Men's plain het..stitched pure linen handkerchief*, with or without
initial also in good quality silks. Price 25c to 1.50 each.
KI1VG BROS. R'
Produce Wanted. Phone 71.
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