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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton New Era, 1898-03-18, Page 1Now let everybody unite in building up and booming the town. 'Make it all that is implied in being "The Hub" of the County. r.,,,,........ Rig Blood That Piece of d Jewelery silverware that you have laid r►iide as unfit for use, may pos- Brbly be put into ;such condition ae to serge you as well as a new ;piece. To the charm of its pleasant as- sooiationa you may add the sat- iafaotion of usefulness. Our repairing department is a Hospital for the treatment of dis- abled Watches and Clocks, Jew- elery, Spectacles and Silverware. We think that we give you the best sort of work — that is the sort that is done right the first time—the Bort that some one elee does not have to work on after we have it—the sort that not only saves trouble, but really saves money for you in the end. Can we serve you ? Jeweler & Expert Watch Repairer LINTON ER ROBERT HOLMES, Editor and Proprietor. CLINTON, ONT., MARCH 18, 1898 1$1 a year in advance 01.80 when not so paid AB,OTT TT `THE IIUB What wide-awake and reliable correspondents find worthy of recording for publication St. Helens - MOVED.—Mr Edward Haines moved his household effects to Wingham last week; and Mr Thos. Joynt took posses- sion of the farm on the 9th inst., mov- ing into the house just vacated, while Mrs 0 Loughlin and family moved back to the farm and into the house vacated ty Thos. Joynt. Quite a general [novel NOTES.—Mise Gordon, professional nurse, returned home last week from Wingham, where she has had charge of a case. Miss Jane Rutherford is laid up with an attack of malaria at present. Mr Thos. Sanders is recovering from a severe attack of bronchitis. Miss Hat- tie Stuart, of Wingham, has retained home after spending some weeks with friends in this vicinity. Miss M. Find- lay, of Ashfield, has returned home, after visiting at Councillor Cameron's. A number ot the young people spent a very social time at the home of Mr and Mrs E. S. McLean, Lucknow, on Thurs- day evening of last week. Mrs New- ton, of Ailsa Craig, and Rev Mr Hall, of Belgrave, visited at Mr W.IE, Gor- don's last week. Mr and Mrs Ford have returned to their home in Milton, after spending their honeymoon with friends in these parts. Mr John Rad- cliffe had his auction sale on Wednes- day, and purposes leaving, with his family, in a short time for Rapid City, Manitoba; we wish them all success in the prairie province. Mrs Dr. Gordon, of Ripley, has been spending the past week under the parental roof. John McLean, •jr., left last week for Mani- toba, where he expects to procure a position; one sad heart needs cheering in his absence. Messrs D. and J. Mc- Donald have returned horse from Guelph, and are looking much the bet- ter of their trip. Misses Salkeld and McDonald are at present visiting in Goderich. A successful meeting of the W. F. M. S. was held last week, at which Mrs Oliver, of Galt, gave an in- teresting address. Summerhill MEETING.—A • meeting of the pa- trons of the Cheese Factory will be held in the hall on Thursday, March 31st, at 2 o'clock, to let the routes for the season. OPERATION.—The Clinton doctors last week performed an operation on Mr John Hill; he being affected with appendicitis, and since the time of the operation has been in a low condition. NOTES.—Mrs N. Bingham has re- turned from Michigan, whither she was called on account of the death of her sister-in-law, Mrs Fulton. Mrs Woodyard, of Stanley, was visiting here last week. Master Chas. Tyner is slowly improving in health, also Mr C. Lowery. Mi E. Butt's clipper mill is again heard. Dr. Gunn performed an operation on one of the children ot John Colborne on Saturday. Wingham. FIRE ALARM.—During the excite- ment caused by the flood on Sunday morning last, a chimney on fire in T. L. Jobb's residence, caused the fire alarm to be sounded. The brigade turned promptly, but the water was not turned on, the danger being past. DARKNESS INDEED.—The flooding ot the Electric Light works on Sunday, left the town in darkness at night, and a very dismal appearance the town presented. Churches dependent on electric light were closed, and those having lamps available had rather lar- ger congregations than usual. WINGHAM LACROSSE CLUB.— This team has organized for the season with the following staff of officers:— Hon. Pres., H. F. Gordon; Vice Pres., •C. A. Campbell; Captain, W. Clarke; Sec.-Treas., H. Wightman; Manager, T. B. McAndrew; Committee, T. Bell, ..J. McLean, A. G. Bastedo. The boys are looking forward to a successful season. CHURCH.—On account of storm and flood last Sabbath morning the atten- dance in the town churches was rather slim. There was no service in the Wingham Methodist church last Sab- bath evening, on account of the ails Bence of electric light. Rev. D. Per- sie's topic on Sabbath evening last was '`Lessons from the life of Moses;" there was a good attendance and the -choir sang with good effect "The Sin- ner and the Song," the choir leader taking the solo parts. Special relig- ious services are being held in the Methodist Church this week. Rev. W.'K.•Leech, of Whitechurch, occu- pied the pulpit of the Presbyterian -Church here on Sunday morning and evening. Mrs Cuyler addressed the congregation in the Methodist Church Allis of the evening.Rev. S. J., ► ham :on Mon- day iii in 9 us. eT—w� B � g day and gave a brief address in the re- ligious service in the Methodist Church in the evening. NOTES.—The School Board got in a carload of coal last week for the schoo 1 Miss Ada Fremlyn, of Orangeville, re- turned home on Thursday after a pleasant visit with Miss Forbes. Wing - ham has an excellent orchestra, but we would like to see the band re -or- ganized; in a place the size of Wing - ham there must be an abundance of talent, -and a good band should receive u the hearty appreciation and support of the citizens. Mrs (Dr.) Kennedy returned on Saturday evening from a visit to friends in London and Strat- ford Miss Cassie Harris, of Wrox- eter, was in town on Friday; her sister Miss Harris, who bas been visiting in town, returned with her in the even - ng. Mrs Cornwall, of Toronto, is the - guest of Mrs F. G. Sparling. It is announced that Miss Edith J. Miller, formerly of Wingham, has been en - .gaged as contralto soloist in New York at a salary of over one thousand dollars a year. Miss Minnie Fessant returned on Monday from a visit to Teeswater. Jas. Ford, of St. Helene, and his family have ecome residents of Wingham. Mrs S. Lockridge re- turned on Thursday from a visit to friends in Essex Centre. J. E. Sweats has entered his running horse, Spring- bok, in the Queen's plate races in Tor- onto this spring- Miss Ella Oornyn Tuesday for a visit to Brussels; to will go Hamilton, from there she having secured a situation in the hos- pital there. A. Roe and wife, of the -ueen's Hotel, took advantage of the cut rates and went to Toronto on Tuesday. Robt. Burnside, of Kincar- •dine, was in town this week. Harry Parker •and David Dinsley left for British Columbia on Tuesday. HEN a thing is the best It would seem that a mere statement of the foot shrnld be enough. Still, we are not satisfied withithat. For months we have been saying that "TOOKE'S SHIRTS thebest in Canada—the beet that were money could boy—absolutely the best. We want yon to wear Tooke's make and prove for yourself that there are no better;sbirts offered for sale. TB LAIINORIED SHIRTS "Leader" open bank 11 50 7hatnpion," open back75 �}, • fl Dollar," open back 1 00 tallness" short bosom, open int 1 25 Full Dress," 18 in. bosom, 4 +pen front 1 50 r'u get shirt fit and shirt oomfort when you wear Tooke's.l -. Blyth. FAIR.—The monthly live stock fair was held on March 7. There was a large offering of choice horses for sale and a goodly number of sales made. The principal buyers were Messrs Mc- Mann, of Seaforth, and McLean, of Goderich. FOR THE WEST.—The following per- sons left here by the Pullman car on Tuesday, and were ticketed through by the agent, Mr Hammond :—E'red Toll, M. Lockhart and L. Path; :ion, for Roland, Mao., and J. Fothergill, for Dauphin, Mao. A car of settlers' effects accompanied them to Roland. NOTES.— Mr Wm. Shane arrived home on Friday 'evening from Mont- real, where he has been spending the winter with his daughter, Mrs Wm. Belfry., Mrs Thomas Miller returned home to Wroxeter on Monday. Tena McElroy, retuurned home on Friday evening from Toronto, where she was getting new designs and shapes for the coming millinery season; she wil. conduct the millinery business of Mr. Graham this spring. A memorial ser- vice, under the auspices of the W. O. T. U., for the great worker, the late Francis Willard, will be held next Tuesday evening. A number from here attended the Sunday School and Epworth League Convention in Clin- ton on Tuesday. On Sunday evening Rev. W. Rigsby administered the rite of baptism to eight persons. •4, a JACKSON, SR., Clothier and Furnisher 1fctoritt look, ouAton{ Barlow. NOTES.—Miss Ruby Robertson left for Wingham on Monday last. The many friends of Mrs Geo. Morris will be pleased to hear she is rapidly im- proving. OurY.P.S.C.E. did not hold a meeting on Sabbath evening, on ac- count of the muddy roads. WEDDING BELLS.—A very interest- ing event took place on March 2nd at the xesidence of Mrs Jane Tyndall. be- ing the marriage of her eldest daugh- ter, Jennie S., to Mr Chas. Paterick, of Jamesville, California. The cere- mony was performed by Rev. R. Hen- derson, of Auburn, in the presence of a large number of relatives and invit- ted friends. The bride was handsome- ly attired and looked charming. The bridegroom is a young gehtleman of fine physique and appearance. The ceremony being over the guests sat down to a sumptuous, attractive and enjoyable repast, at which every one seemed to feel at ,home. The pres- ents were numerous, heautitul and, useful. The happy couple left for Lon- don on the early train to spend a couple of days, and then proceed to Vancouver, B.C., where they intend to reside in the near future. Mr Paterick has his large fruit farm in California leased for a couple of years, and will live in Vancouver until the lease ex- pires. The good wishes of all go with them. ' Stanley C. On who — 'bards NOTES, M199 R. (J. Richardson, has been visiting friends in Clinton and Kinburn, has returned to her home. Miss R. Taylor, who spent some time visiting friends in the vicin- ity has returned to Detroit. SURPRISE.—On Monday evening last the English church people of Varna and the Goshen line drove down to Bayfield with two rousing loads of oats and drove right into the parsonage grounds of Rev. Mr Smith. The Rev. gentleman was deUghted to see so many of his parishoners; of course the oats were all right. The ladies provid- ed an excellent lunch, atter which, in the language of the poet, there was piles of fun for both young and old. Everybody was delighted with the hos- pitality of the Rev. gehtleman and his estimable family. SOCIAL GATHERING.—A party con- sisting of the neighboe s and friends of Mr and Mrs Robt. Pollock and family, of Goshen line, took possession of his residence on Thursday evening, and after spending some titne pleasantly they presented Mr Pollock with a fur coat and Mrs Pollock with material for a dress and a silver butter dish, as slight tokens of 1 he esteem in which they are held in the neighborhood. Mr Pollock, cn behalf of himself and wife, made reply to the address which was read to thorn, in which he express- ed assurances of life-long rerriernbi ance of his friends and neighbors. Mr Pol- lock leaves for Manitoba on Tuesday, 15th inst., and Mnn Pollock and family will leave a week later. We • wish them prosperity in their new nome. Nile. FOR MANITOBA.—Messrs. M. Sproule and Fred Corey, two of ouropular young men, left for Ninga, Man., on .n,onday.last. Our best wishes for their prosperity follow them. NOTES.—Mr ann Mrs Chas. Girvin arrived home from their trip eastward on Friday last. J. E. J. Millyard, A. P. Sheppard and Miss Etta McIlwain wen e the delegates from here attend- ing the S. S. and E. L. convention in Clinton this week; surely from those three we may expect a good report; come to our meeting next Monday evening if you want to hear it. It is whispered that a bicycle club of large proportions will likely be one of Nile's important features during the ap- proaching season. Wbe the boys of this S. S. have practised a little more they will be pleased to hear from neighboring school teams. The friends of Nile Methodist Church presented the Rev J. W. Pring last week with over 50 bushels of oats, brought there by Messrs. Tiffin and Currey, making over 70 bushels given the rev. gentle- man since last fall. Harlock NOTES.—Mr John Wells has rented his farm to Mr Robert Ferris for one year. Mr James Murray is confined to the house atpresent with a sore eve. James Knox, hile working in the bush on:Monday, had the misfor- tune to crush one of his fingers. At the special meeting in Harlock school house on Saturday last, it was decid- ed oot to raise the school house the coming summer. Constance Nome.—Miss R. Richardson, of Var- na, spent a few days with Miss Ger- trude Farnham and other friends. Miss Alfie Tyreman, of Seaforth, re- turned home Saturday, after a week's visit with Miss Edith Britton. Seve- ral young people attended the S. S. and E. L. Convention in Clinton on Tuesday. Mt Bert Lindsey left for Mani},oba on Wednesday. The Liter- ary meeting of the League will be held Tuesday evening. A few of the .farm- ers in the neighborhood are busy Making maple syrup. Goderich Township FARM SOLD.—Mr W. 11. Cole, of the 16th con., has sold his farm of 80 acres to Walgate Tebbutt, for the sum of $2,800, possession to be given at once. Mr Cole intends to buy again. SALE.—The auction sale of farm stock etc., of Mr B. Switzer, which was held last Saturday, was largely attended. Stock sold at fairly good prices; pro- ceeds of sale amounted to about $1.400. THE FLOOD. Owing to the heavy rains, and the quick thawing of the snow last week, floods prevailed in all directions, and on Sunday it was hard work to sa ve Trick's darn from destruc- tion. It is estimated that it will cost the township at least 91000 -to repair the damage done by the'flood. SALE. — On Wednesday last Mrs f`ebbutt, of the Maitland, had a sale of her effects, which was well attended and good prices realized. Horses sold at from -$105 to $145; cows from 940 to $42; yearling heifers, $22; sow and small pigs for 935; sheep 918 per pair. D. Dickinson wielded the hammer. NOTES,—The severe rain of Saturday last made the roads almost impassable for a tew days. The trustees of S. S. No. 9 have i eplaced the old bell by a new one, and its clear ring may be heard a considerable distance, Mr Burton has taken up his residence on his farm, con. 0. Mrs E. Floody and children, Toronto, are guests of A.. Oantelon. Ben. Pearson, of Bayfield, has hired with W. Craig, Bayfield road, for the season. FARM SoLD.—Mr S. Ferris has sold his fine 80 -acre faun on the 9th con., to Mr John Trewartha, for the sum of $3300. This property has a good house and barn with choice orchard, and is claimed to be one of the best 80 acres in this township. The particular rea- son for Mr Trewartha buying this farm was to keep his boys at home if possible, and provide for them. One of his sons has a teacher's certificate, but the profession being crowded, he will devote his time to farming. Mr Trewartha will move to the house on farm. Mr Ferris will go prospecting to the northwest, and Mrs Ferris will, in the meantime, occupy the house lately used by Mr Trewartha. ENTERTAINMENT.—A good audience. turned out to the School Entertain- ment in S. S. No. 11 last Friday even- ing, notwithstanding the inclemency of the weather and bad roads, which gave evidence Of the fact that they were very much interested. The pro- gram was commenced at 8 o'clock sharp, and Iasi ed between three and four hours, consisting of recitations, dialogues, choruses, etc., which were listened to throughout with much in- terest, the best of order being kept. The Committee thought that as the roads were so bad and weather so ex- tremely disagreeable, it was only fair to those who had purchased tickets, and were prevented from attending, to have the program repeated, which will be done on Friday evening, March 25, commencing at 8 o'clock. Let all who wish an evening's amusement at- tend, as there will be added many new features to the former program. All holding tickets will be admitted. Nippen PERSONAL —The Misses Taylor paid Clinton a visit on Friday. Mr James Crawford attended the jury at Gode- rich last week. Mr W. Thompson paid Blyth a flying visit on Friday. The sad intelligence reached here of the death of the wife of Mr Robt. Bell son of Mr Andrew Bell, London. DANCE. --On Tuesday night of last week a few of our young men had a dance in the hall. The admission fee was 35 cents. There was a good at- tendance as the evening was fine. The old question might be revived again, even if it is not wrong; is it expedient for SundaySchool teachers and church worers to be at ouch a place? NOTES.—Rev. Mr Acheson gave a party on Friday evening to a few in- vited guests, when a pleasant and en • joyable evening was spent. The Ep- worth League held a social at the home of Mr Wm. Ivison on Thursday evening; despite the unfavorable state of the weather quite,a number attend- ed. The rain of last week caused such a flood as has not been experienced in these parts for some time. The mill dam broke its confines, and all the cel- lars in our village were full of water, and on Sunday morning some were speaking of getting •a boat to row to church. Owing to the rains there was a very small attendance at St. An- drew's Church Sunday morning. We are sorry to note that the sick are not improving very rapidly. To the Editor of the New Era. POLITICAL OORRUPTION.— MR EDIT- OR, SIR,—The provincial election of Mar. lst is a matter of history and is it not a deplorable fact that many electors perjured themseives for the sake of marking their ballots for the candidate representing their party. What has brought our peliticai system to this condition ? Is there not a remedy? Is t h is sort of thing to go unpunished there- by inflicting an irreparable injury on this young country of ours? Is that sacred obligation,the taking of an oath, to be scoffed at in this way ? Where will this thing end ? It is easy to pre- dict.—ELEOTOR. Londesboro Brucefield Hullett. NOTES.—Mr Andrew Scott, of the • IMPROVING.—Mr Richard Sanderson, who had the misfortune to break his leg some time ago, is now getting around again. Glasgow House, is this week visiting friends in Beamsville. Mr Geo. Hart sent last week in Woodstock. Mr Elliott, of Stanley, is taking a carload of stock and implements to Manitoba this week. Quite at number left this week for Manitoba, some buying their tickets from Brucefield. It's with regret tike Brucefield friends of Mr Ben Tom- inson, Clinton learned of his severe illness; Mr Tomlinson was for some tune a student of D. McIntosh, V. 5., and was well and favorably known in the neighborhood. Mr A. P. Ketchen is this week speakingfor the Farmers' Institute of South uron in Hensall, Zurich, etc.; in the afternoons his ad- dresses are on farming topics, in the evening he speaks on "Making the most of ourselves;" Mr Ketchen is be- coming quite a popular speaker. DEATH.— On Wednesday morning Mr Thomas Kennard passed away af- ter a long illness, being confined to his bed for many months, so that death was a welcome release to the sufferer. His wife passed away one year ago and since that time life seemed to hold no pleasure for him. He has now reached the land where partings are unknown. He was a native of Eng- land but came to Canada when a young man, having the trade of a car- penter, at which he worked for many years. He was a member of the Pres- byterian Church, where be attended regularly when in health. The pastor, Rev. Mr Muir, took charge of the fun- eral service. The remains were in- terred beside those of his wife in Eg- mondville cemetery. He leaves be- hind him a family of seven to mourn his loss. They are Mrs J. Weir and Mrs Pinkney, Seaforth; Mrs Waugh, Michigan; two daughters in Manitoba, Miss Hattie, who lived with him, and a son, Thomas Kennard, of Michigan. Two daughters, Mrs Cooper, of Kin- cardine, and Miss Maria, preceded him to that land whence no travellers re- turn. SOLD OUT.—We understand that Mr Luxton Hill•bas sold out his interest in the hotel to his brother, Thos. HiU,who takes immediate possession. NOTES.— Wm. Whitely received a car of shingles this week. The Martin estate will be sold by auction on March 25th. Mr H.Lennox was in attendance at the League Convention at Clinton this week,as was alsotMiss M.Andrews. Rev. J. W. Andrews is in Toronto this wee Wm. Stevens is in London at- tend ;the Supreme Circle of the O. C. H Tne trustees of the Methodist dist church are asking for tenders for the new church. LEAGUE.—The League concert was a pronounced d success in regard to the speakers and program, and the attend- ance was gcod considering the state of the 10 ids• The League is to be con- gratulated for their first effort in rais- ing their subscription to the new church. Tne following was the pro- gram:— chorus by Juniors; recitation by W. Lyon; duet by Ida and Della Wilken; ad d ressbyMr Hamilton; duet by Mr Parlmer and Miss Brogden; sen- ior chorus; address by Mr crews; chor- us by Juniors; closing chor rs by Jun- iors. Fort THE WEST. — The following parties were ticketed at our station this week:—Mr Arthur. Wilken for Ro- land, Man.; Mr Art bur Marsh,for Man- itou, Man., Miss Etuina Keneig, Em- erson, Stan.; Win. Mann, Neepewa, Man : h. Hagyai d, Havannah, N. Da- kota.; W. Colbourn, Mrs E. Colbourn, Mrs W. Jackson and Mrs T. Cole and family, Hilton, Man.; A.H. Cole, Pear- son, Man.; Messrs T.Cole and W.Jack- son accompanying their families but taking car of settlers' effects each. All went by colonist car which is elegant- ly fitted up and run through to Winni- peg without change, via American route. Benmiller NOTES.— Mr J.Mrtnnings and family, of Stratford, have moved up on Wm. Munnings' farm, he having moved to Goderich township. We see the robins have arrived already. R. Ross had a wood bee on Tuesday. R. J. Walters bad a wood bee last week, brit, as it was a wet day.was not well attended. • Goderich. AUCTION SALE OF BICYCLES.—An auction sale of bicycles will be held in Emerson's Bicycle and Music House, West St., on Saturday, 19th inst.. Those intending to purchase wheels should make it a point tc be present, as Mr Emerson has a large range to choose from. CHUROH.—The 40 hours' devotions in St. Peters this week were largely at- tended. Rev Fr. McCabe, of Seaforth, and Rev Fr. McKeon, of St.Angustine, preached thoughtful sermons. Dur- ing the remainder of Lent -services will be held every Wednesday and' Friday evenings at 7.15. WELL DoNE.—The large vote polled on Monday shows what an interest the Clinton people, took in the Doherty by- law. -law. Too great credit cannot be given the local newspapers for the way in which they took hold of the matter. Wish we had a couple of paperb like that in Goderich. MASSEY-HARRIS WHEELS.—Mr J. P. Brown has sold two of the Massey -Har- ris wheels already, Rev Mr Millyard; of Nile, being the first purchaser. These wheels are among the prettiest on the market, and are guaranteed to be as good as the rest of the machinery man- ufactured by the celebrated firm. THE EXETER CASE.—Deputy Bailiff Will Gundry arrived in town on Tues- day from Exeter,with Norman Fair, who will he held as witness against Peterson and Heither, who broke into Spackman's store last week. The men were before fudge Masson, and were remanded till Saturday for sentence. THE SEWERS.—The sewers of which Goderich has been so proud, and on which some 916,000 was expended last summer, have turned out to be inade- quate to carry off the water, and it may cost another $5,000 to put them in proper shape. All over town the wat- er is backing up in the pipes, and in some places is as high as the top of the manholes. ELEVATOR NOTES.—The delegation which was sent to Ottawa, taws in order to urge the dredging of theharbor, for the better accommodation of vessels which may come in with grain when the elevator is ready, returned on Mon- day evening, and report success. It is expected that the work will be done the coming season. The work of building with as r teeded r is •' to be o the elevator P soon as possible. BRIEFS.—The uniform promotion ex- aminations will be held in the public schools on Thursday and Friday next. There was not a quorum at the public school board meeting called for Thurs- day evening of last week. Plank has arrived for a new floor on the railroad bridge on the'Saltford hill. Steve An• drews shipped -a car of hogs to Coiling - wood on Tuesday. The river has been very high since Saturday, the ice above Benmiller breaking up on that day.— John Morris is building a stable for Geo. McMillan, Bayfield Road. Clem Munnings is getting material on the ground for the erection of a storey and half frame house, corner of Brock and Albert streets. Tuesday was pay day for the men on the breakwater, and the anxious queries once more went the rounds, "Did yez see Madigan ?" and "How many herring did yer git ?r3 On Sunday and Monday there was ice on the lake as far as eye could see, but on Tuesday and Wednesday the east wind drove it across to the other shore; over half the harbor is clear, and the ice on the other half so rotten that it will hardly bear a man's weight. J. P. Brown has sold a Massey -Harris wheel to Rev Mr Millyard, Nile, During the past winter Gundry Brod. sold 50 new cutters, and many second-hand ones; it was the busiest season they have ev- er had. J. P. ;frown, jr., who is down with an attack of typhoid -fever, is do- ing nicely. N. Dyment, of Barrie, was in town this week, with the object of securing the contract for, the lumberneeded on the elevator. The Marine Band is expected to be at the S. A. barracks a week from Saturday. Con- sidering the disagreeable • weather on Thursday evening of last week, there was a large number present at the spe- cial meeting held in the S. A. barracks by Adj. and Mrs Dowell, staff officers of the Stratford district. • ILL.—Mr 0. Ballantyne, of Kincar- dine, while visiting his uncle, Mr J. Brigham, was taken suddenly and -dangerously ill, but, we are pleased to state, is now improving and is almost out of danger. Amberley NOTES—Mr Andrew Shiels, of Sault visitingthe P Ste. Marie, , is at present people in this vicinity before leaving for British Columbia. We are pleased to report that Mr Allan McLean is im- proving in health and we hope to see him around soon. Miss Sarah McLel- lan, of Detroit, is at present home on a visit for a few weeks. Miss Sarah Ferguson, we are sorry to report, is at present very ill; Dr McLennan, of Kintail, is in attendance and at the time of writing she is some better. Rev W. M. Romney, pastor of the Methodist Church here, has been con- ducting a series of revival services for the past few weeks' and quite a few have shown a desire to take up the cross and follow the Master; Rev L. L. McCutcheon, of St. Thomas, has been ably assisting him, and a good work is being done. Additional township new an pages) 4 and 5 WEDDING. — Albeit McGregor and Miss Fisher, of this township, were married on Tuesday. Both are popular and well-known young people, who have the good wishes of many friends. Only immediate relatives were present at the wedding. ALL RIGHT.—Mr William Bryant disappeared rather suddenly last week, which gave rise to the suspicion that he was gone on very serious business, the nature of which we will not state here, but the worst fears were not realized as William turned up in a day or two still unchanged. However, he has our congratulations. CouxcIL,—Council met in Hill's Hall Londesboro, on Tuesday, March 15th. Members all present. The committee appointed last meeting to examine the. Wallace bridge, reported- that the bolts etc., were properly flied and the bridge now quite satisfactory. The amount still due the contractors was ordered to be paid. The tender of Lockhart & Co., for the supply of elm plank was accepted. to be delivered as follows: 2000 ft at Leitch's, 1200 ft at Brigham's, 1200 ft:at R. Ferris', 1200 ft, Snell's and 1200 ft at Lasham's. Seve- ral tenders were also received for the building of the Walkerburn bridge, and James Hill's offer for $725 was the one accepted. Mr Wm. Moon and others interviewed the Council regard- ing the destitute condition of Thomas Martin and wife, who, they say are at present mainly dependent on the neighbors for support, and that it will be necessary to get some assistance from the Township, or else have them sent to the House of Refuge. Path - masters will be appointed at the next meeting, Saturday, April 16, at 10a,rrl, CONDOLENCE.—The following speaks for itself:—Mr James Campbell, Town- ship Clerk of Hullett, Dear Sir,—It has pleased an allwise Father to take from you the cherished companion of your joys and sorrows, one respected and beloved by all who had the pleasure of her acquaintance. We tender you our heartfelt sympathy in this your hour of dark bereavement. We know that He, who is infinite in wisdom, bound- less in love, and full of tender compas- sion, cannot err in his dealings with iti6-creatures, Dark and mysterious his ways may seem to us, but we know that "Ile doeth all things well." By ns t sad e are constantly thesew reminded that his is not our home By takiug those we love He weans our - affections from the perishing things of time, and increases our interest in that better land, We pray that He who wept at, the grave of Lazarus, may dis- pel the gloom which now encircles your pathway. Trusting in his grace, you will be re -united with those who have gone before, in that land where they have no need of the light of the sun, for the Lamb is the light thereof, —John Brigham, Reeve; Alex. Leitch, Deputy•Reeve;-John Lasham, Robert Ferris, John Wilson; Council of Hul let. -:'_szsa•+fsez.Cur:. 0 Auburn J. NICHOLSON manufacturer of and dealer in Light and Heavy Harness, (a specialty.) Whips, Valises, Combs, Brushes, Robes and Horse Trimmings. NOTES.—Misses Tainan and McCon- nell, of Blyth, were the guests of Mr R. Yunghlut last week. Miss Annie Knox left for Manitoba last week, to visit her sister, Mrs C. Way, who is very ill at present. Jos. Hickingbot- torn is visiting friends in and around Auburn at present. Mr B. Lockhart, L. Patterson and L. Tole left last Tues- day for Manitoba. Miss Zellender, of Goderich, returned home last Tuesday, after a visit at Mr H. Bohn's. Mr Milker is laid up with a sore hand, which has resulted to a slight attack of blood -poisoning. Mr Jas.Hickingbot- tom, who has been laid up with inflam- mation of the lungs, is improving a lit- tle; his little son is alpo very ill with trouble. Mrs G. Sprung the same p g is improving as well as can be expected; Miss L. Spr ung is also improving. Mr Albert Knox is all smiles these days; it is a boy. A meeting of the Farmers' Instituto is to be held in the Orange Hall on Saturday. Rev R. Henderson preached in the Methodist church on Sunday esening, taking his text from Psalm 15: 1-2. The ice broke up on the Maitland last Saturday, causing an ov- erflow of water, and pfreventing Mr Eidt from running the electric lights this week. There has been consider- able damage done around here by the flood, two culverts being washed away on the 13 line and between East and West Wawanosh, and two down the base line. Rev A. 0. Crews, Provincial League Secretary, gave an address to a fair audience on Wednesday night. Is what few of as have at this ttWd of year. The spring Blood Purifier is a neoeseity as a system cleanser. It sends the blood oeursing through your arteries and puts lite into you and vim and energy. We under- stand your difficulty in ohoosing the remedy tbat you think will beet suit your case. There are so many of them on the market that a com- parison of their merits confuses one. Our long and varied experience places us in a position to safely ad- vise you if you wish advice, for we know those remedies that really have merit and that do give satis- faction,and we are willingto im- part -part tht knowledge to yoif von are undecided in your ohoice. If however, you know just what you want, it is our business and our pleasure to supply you, not with something "just as good," but with the very artiole you want and ask for. On the other hand be not back- ward in consulting us, for our con- soientio.us advice is yours for the asking. ALLEN & WILSON Graduate Druggists & Opticians, Clinton. a Ik77777711,•7 report thereon as soon as -possible. The following resolution was unanimously passed, viz.: That in the opinion of this council a license hotel in the village of Egmondville is necessary for the pub- lic convenience, and we respectfully req'iest the board of license commis- sioners to grant such license, providing application is legally and properly made by a suitable perscn. Also that the clerk is hereby instructed to for- ward a copy of the resolution to the chairman of the board of license com- missioners. The following changes were made in the list of pathmasters for the current year: division 11, John C. Wood instead of E. Fairbairn; div. 43, Wm.Landsborough instead of John Robb; div. 57, John Strong instead of. Geo: Strong; div. 58, Wm. J. Hudson instead of 13. Forsyth; div. 65, Frank Upshall instead of J. Upshall; div. 79, Michael Keefe instead of R. Doig; div. 83, Wm. Dixon instead of J. Robinson; div.'86, Michael Williams, sr., instead of P. Keating, sr.; lot No. 1, con.l1,and lot No. 1, con.12, were taken from road division 70 and added to div.73. 300 ft, of sewer pipe, now lying at Hensall station, were purchased from their manufacturer, Mr E.North,of London, for $100, this amount being about 12 per cent, less than the same 401el0 could be purchased elsewhere. Thd next meeting of the council will be held at Dixon's hotel, Brucefield, on` April 25th,at I0 o'clock. Holmesvllle NOTES.—Mrs J. Watkins is visiting her mother in Londesboro. Mrs H. Elford, who has been spending a week in Stratford, returned on Wednesday The flood on Sunday has made the road very difficult for passage, but the culverts are being put in, A 'GOOD TIME.—On Monday night the meeting of the Royal Templara " council was a very enjoyable evening. The program consisted of an exhibition of ph renologr157 Mr Jas.Mair'-nt God - rich, after which lunch and coffee was served by the girls. The entertainment was quite laughable when the phrenol- cgist mentioned some well-known - characteristic of some of his"patients." The next meeting is in two weeks, when ;. the girls will probably give ;what they call "The Great Inducement." INSTITUTE MEETING. — Remember the meeting of the Farmers' Institute in the hall Friday afternoon and even-. ' ing. Let all interested in agriculture be present and make the meeting full of benefit to all. The subjects in the. ' after noon will be "Forty Years Exper- ience r GrowingCorn" b Major Jas. in y J Sheppard, Queenston; "Success and Failure in Dairying,"Jos. &Goold, Mc - bridge; "Care of the Flock," Jas. Snell, Clinton; "Spraying, &c," Jas. Tierney, :r - Blyth; subject to be chosen by J. Ham-` , t ilton, Blyth. Come and take part ba— the discussions. Bring your Wives with you. At night the subjects will care of orchard," be "Planting and , "Remedy for Overproduction and Low Prices." There will also be a good musical program given at the evening - session. -everybody welcome. Exeter N TEe.—A valuable ble h orse belonging' to Mr W. G. Bissett slipped on the icy road while returning from Hensel' ora„, Monday night last and broke his' leg;,,:.. the poor beast was afterwards shot.— Mr Wm. Brooks, who has been so ser='' aously ill for the past few weeks, is, we are pleased to say, recovering. We ares leased to note that Mr R. Blatchfordvr. P for some time, jilt ill been quitel; who has able to be around again. Messrs Geo.•;; Muttart and H.Finkand family intend leaving for Rainy River district about i' *; May 1st, where they intend taking up land. Mrs S. Oobbledick is sufierin( from a severe attack of pneumonia. young son of Mr R. Quante is also euf fering from a similar attack. ' , . Tuckersmlth COUNCIL,—An adjourned meeting of the Court of Revision, under the Sproat's creek drainage by-law, was held at Dixon's hall, Brucefleld, on March 15th. Only one appeal was be- fore the court, viz., from Jas. Sproat, on the ground that "by a clerical error the engineers had reversed the assess- ments ot the east and west halves of lot 4, con.4." Mr Farncomb,the engineer, was present at the court, and stated that he had made the error complained of. The court authorized the clerk to change the assessments, and thns cor- rect the error. After closing the court of revision, the council sat for general business. In the matter of the peti- tion of Geo. Mc'onnigle and others, asking for the removal of their lots from S.S. No. 2 to S. 9. No. 9,the clerk was instructed to notify all the inter- ested parties that the petition will he considered at the [Text meeting of the council. Mr Parncomb will proceed at once to make an examination and sur- vey of the Broadfoot creek drain and }l Fresh Eqg. • /Looks just the same as a dale one until it is opened, then•ilii; different. 'Tie the came with; .:. Canned Goods. If your gropes' is not careful in baying, he 10 likely to get something oaroba & ly put up, and then there'd- trouble. We buy nothing 'batt • ' AA what we're sure is all right,italt,: true •not only in H this is cannedgoods,but of ll f oa o0dr. u You cannot afford to forget thrill fact. your health dopet* largely on what you eat. The, quality of this depends laigeir on your Grooer. Just now we are offering of Baking Powder p in lint Juga. 1 lb. .of Bili__ Pow'dor and. the Jug only24,04,. gnality guaranteed; just the gular price of a pound of pow. der alone. OGLE COOPER - Ci Prnll CASH Gita gate G - Phone 29