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The Clinton New Era, 1898-06-03, Page 1way in he NEw ERA gives more home news every week than any other paper in Huron and will -be sent to new subscribers to 1st Jan., 1899, for 00 cent. ,o MAGIC SILVER POLISH ... Por Gold, Silver and ,lrlated Ware To wbioh it imparts a most beautiful lustre by simply applying and polishing off with a Jewelers' Soft Brush, chamois or Canton flannel. It contains nothing injurious and will not scratch the most delicate surface. If a trial fails to convince you of its merit we will refund your money. Price 25c a bottle. Complete with Brush 50c Prepared epeoially fe'r P. B. Crews Jeweler & Expert Watch Repairer !'1+4UlMMUANINt Londesboro CHURCH. -Mr Andrews being away at conference, his work on this circuit will be supplied for him next Sunday lby Jos.. Garrett in the morning, and Mr Webb in the evening; Mr Medd will take Constance appointment. Rev Mr Shaw, of Egmondville, is expected to preach in the Presbyterian church on Friday afternoon at 2.30, and Rev Mr :Stewart, of Clinton, at 7 o'clock on Sunday evening. THE CREAMERY. — The creamery butter for the month of May has been :sold. We understand the patrons will get between 12 and 13 cents per pound. he management ace much pleased with the increased patronage. Should the weather throughout the season prove favorable, it is expected that a larger quantity of butter will be made in the factory this year than in any previous season. NoTEs.—W. L. Ouimette is buying wool, paying the highest market price in cash or trade. Mrs McMurchie, of Dakota, is visiting at the home of her parents, Mr and Mrs Jamieson; she arrived here with her two children last week. On Tuesday evening the village was treated to a bear show; the people were the toughest looking lot ever seen in this place. The Mission Band of Knox church had a very suc- cessful entertainment last Eriday evening. Mrs Neelands, of Wingham, is visiting in the village. Mrs New- ton, of Winghatn, is also in the village this week. Thos. Riddell has left the village to take up his residence in Auburn. Miss Elva Adams. has gone to Toronto for a visit. Mies Jennie McKenzie left here on Wednesday for North Dakota, to enter on the import- ant duty of being the presiding lady of a home. PRESENTATION. —The members of the k'resb ytc ran choir presented Miss ..dennie McKenzie with a handsome k� biscuit jar of Bisque ware on last Sat- urday evening, and also the following dr ess:— AR Miss McKENZIrt,—The members of nh Choir, with whom you have been o 1. ng associated, have learned with regret ha you are about to sever your connection �aith them and to take up your home in another yand and under otherskies. They would not let this last meeting together for practice pass t recalling the many happymeetings in �vithou ecu g oP hit continued andassuring you t e c thepast, interest n your welfare, They wish to present ou with this token of their regard, and hope hat it may be not only useful in your new erne but that it may bo a constant reminder of "Auld Lang Syne." Their prayers and good wishes go with you and they hope that though ';e* ties may be formed and new duties entered 'upon, you will not forget the friends in Londes- borough, aad especially those with whom you have been connected in condi ting the service .of praise. May the Divine bltssing rest upon you. , Signed in behalf of the choir, SARAH BARR, AO0IE SCOTT. ,;r Holmesville LAWN SOCIAL.—The E. L. •`are ar- ranging for astrawberry festival on Mr Elford's lawn, to take place the latter part of June. The band will probably be in attendance. Look out for it and be sure to come. FOOTBALL.— The Beavers played a friendly game of football with Sum- merhill team on the base line Wednes- day evening. The score at the end of the hour stood 2-0 in favor of Holmes- ville. NOTES.—A large number attended the Liberal Convention in Dungannon on Tuesday. Doubtless onany will take advantage of the cheap excursion to Guelph on Friday, June 10. Miss Andrews and Mr Brunsdon, of Londes- boro, spent Sunday with the former's -- ---amcle, Rev G. W. Andrews. Mrs Fred :.) < Elford and daughter are visiting in Stratford. Rev G. W. Andrews is at • '� Chatham attending Conference. Rev A. K. Birks, of Stratford, was called 1' to Toronto,on Monday,to see his father, Bev W. Birks, formerly of Halmes- ville, who has been stricken with apo- •,plexy; Mr Birks died yesterday (Thurs. day,). Men's elothing The clothing yon buy here is just as good as it looks. It's the reliable kind,and costs no tore than the common,ordinary grades. We stand bank of every bit we sell with our guarantee that quality and style are the best you can get for your money. Don't mise the opportunity of seeing these. It's worth repeating that early buyers get the piok of the offerings. Men's Tweed Sack Snits, light colors' in fanny checks, silk stitched edges, flaps on all pockets, pante lined below 5ft5 the seat, same styles in Dark Tweeds an l Blue Seeps, only Men's Tweed Snits, the new colorings in -crown, Grey, Blue, made in the �y styles, ant and finish perfect, eZr 1 $8.50 and ou to see our goods, examine - We sell good clothing cheaper 5e in this section. CKSON, SR ler and Furnisher toria Block, Clinton. CLINTON NEW ERA ROBERT HOLMES, Editor and Proprietor. CLINTON, ONT., JUNE 3, 1898 81 a year in advance $1.60 when not so paid -AROUND THE HUB What wide-awake and reliable oorresponde Hayfield NOTES. — Mr Albert Whiddon, of Ripley, is visiting in town. J. Burne wheeled to Goderich on Friday last. Our teachers, Miss McCaughan, Mr Holman and Mr Whiddon were in (xoderich last Friday and Saturday at- tending the Teacher's convention. Quite a few of our citizens went to Clinton and Exeter on the 24th; they report good entertainment in both places. One of the fishing boats had the misfortune to get lost in the fog on Monday last, and did not reach the harbor until a late hour at night. W. Jowett's house is progressing rapidly; the freine work is almost finished,' ready for the brick work, Several of our townspeople attended the Y. P. S. C. E. convention on Tuesday. A frog supper was given in the River Hotel on Wednesday evening to a large nurn- ber of guests. Mr Parke has tut a new front in his house, the residence of the late W. W. Connor. Weitend• er our sincere sympathies to our Prin- cipal, Mr Holman, on account of the death of his brother, who was acci- dently killed at London. Mise H. Middleton, of Goderich township, was visiting her aunt, Mrs T. J. Marks last week. Mrs McGee, who has been vis- iting in Brucefield, has returned horne. Misses McCaughan and Ferguson spent Saturday and Sunday with friends in Goderich township. Miss Jessie Biggest, of Seaforth, spent a few days at home last week. Miss Rebecca Sterling, of Goderich town- ship, is in town at present. Mr Albert Whiddon, of Ripley, is here for a few weeks' visit with his uncle, Mr John Whiddon. Mr Parke is building a large new barn on John St. Our Brass Bind has purchased a new drum, The Bayfield Brass Band played at the social at Cole's appointment, Goderich township. Capt. McDonald has been appointed to take charge of the Salva- tion Arrnv corps here, A FATAL ACCIDENT,—A London pa- per of Saturday says:—"Mr Joseph Holman, sr., cf 290 Horton St., met with an accident at Springhank Park early last evening, which resulted in his death in the City Hospital a taw hours later, He had several ribs brok- en, two very severe scalp wounds, a fracture of the skull and a compound fracture of the left wrist, besides inter- nal injuries, which produced hemorr- hage. The accident happened in a very peculiar way. For several days past Mr Holman had been compelled to quit work, owing to an injury to his back, and he decided to spend a short time at 8 ringhank, 13etween five and six o'clock he was corning down the hill, just south of the pump house, to take a car for the city, and as a trolley approached when be was a considerable distance from the tracks, he began to run in order to catch it. In doing so, however, he tripped and fell, and rolled down the hill some twenty or thirty feet until he reached an old box drain, in which his head and shoulders became fast. Engineer Simmie, of the .water -works, and several others had been attracted by Mr dolmans fall,and when the reached the spot hey'foilnd him in a semi-conscious condition, wilh blood flowing freely from the wounds in his head. A doctor was called to Spring - bank, and did everything possible to relieve the sufferings of the injured man prior to having him removed in the ambulance to the City Hospital. The efforts of the medical men, how- ever, were futile,- the shock to the system being very severe, and Mr Holman gradually sank, The de- ceased was one of the oldest employees of the McClary Company, having been continuously with them for upwards 'of forty years. He was born i -n Exeter 56 years ago, and was the third of a family of twelve children—five boys and seven girls—in which his death causes the first break. His wife died eight years ago. Five children survive him. Mr Holman was a prominent Liberal, and his sad death will be learned with regretby a large circle of friends. (Deceased was a brother of Geo. W. Holman, the esteemed Prin- cipal of Bayfield Public School, who attended the funeral on Monday.] THE NEW ERA GIVES THE HOME NEWS uts find worthy of recording for publication Rippee GATHERINGS,—Rev T. C. Acheson, of Grand Forks, Minnesota, spent a few days with his brother, Rev S. Acheson, of this place; he has been horne attending the funeral of hie mother. R. McMordie, son of Mr R. McMordie, of this place, who has been teachingsince the new year in S. S. No. 14, ay, resigned, and left on Fri- day last for Vancouver, B. C.; we wish him success in bis new field. Mr and Mrs Jackson, of Ripley, are at present the guests of Mr and Mrs John Craw- ford. Mr R. Crawford, Gorrie, spent Sunday under the parental roof. Miss Bonthron, Hensall, is visiting Mrs W. Blair. Mr Trott, of Hensel!, was also visiting at R. B. McLean's. Mr Brown- lee, from near Alma, has been engaged as suceessor to R. McMordie in S. S. No. 14, Hay. Mr R. Smillie spent Sun- day at home. The Misses Acheson have purchased a bicycle. Porters Hill. NOTES.—Mr John Young had the misfortune to run the point of the sheep shears in his eye and it was fear- ed that the sight was injured but we hope that it will be all right again. Mr E. C. Potter is again confined to his bed. The Misses Thurlow, of Gode- rich, spent Sunday at Mr Wm. John- son's. Miss McDougall, of Seaforth, was visiting friends in this neighbor• hood last week. Mrs Barnby and Miss Ivisou visited their sister, Mrs E. C. Potter, this week. Mr Elliott is able to take charge of his school again. Mr Wm. Lerida sold a horse to Mr McLean, of Goderich, for 100. Benmiller IMPROVED.—Three weeks ago Rev. E. Olivant gave his side a wrench, and in- flammation setting in, he was disabled for the time; we are pleased to know that he has recovered and is able to at- tend Confer ence this week. W EDDING,—A very happy event took place at the home of Thos. Ashton,Col- borne, on Wednesday,when his daugh- ter, Mies L. Ashton, was married to Mr Edwards,of Westfield. The eventtook place in the orchard,the bride standing beneath a floral arch; she was assisted by Miss Edwards as tridesmaid, and Miss Wilson as maid of honor, while her brother, George, assisted Mr Ed- wards. Rev. E. Olivant performed the ceremony in the presence of a large number of guests, after which dinner was served. The bride is a popular young lady; the groom an industrious and esteemed resident of East Wawa - nosh, and both have the good wishes of many friends for their future happi- ness. Mrs. Thereea Barnes was killed on the Grand Trunk at Lucian. r,? West Wawanosh SIcK.—Several members of George Rutledge's family have been down with mumps; they are slowly recover- ing. Miss Moss who has been poorly for some time past is not improving. CHURCH.—Rev J. W,Pring occupied Ebenezer pulpit. last Sabbath. The members of Nile League have been in- vited by the League of Ebenezer to attend an At Horne which will be held in the church on June 8, when a good social and literary program will be given. NEW MACHINES.—Last season John Breen and Richard Morrow did the threshing throughout the neighbor- hood and we understand gave very good satisfaction. These gentlemen have each renewed their outfits, Mr Breen getting a Massey Sawyer ma- chine with traction engine and Mr Morrow a Clinton separator and Saw- yer engine. We hope they may have abundant success in their' enterprise. PERSONAL,—James Bruce had the misfortune to have one of his horses break its leg in some unaccountable manner while running at large. Wm. Finigan has had Mr Westbrook en- gaged for some time with his engine in cutting shingles. Mips Estella Rut- ledge has been the guest of her uncle John Cunninghame, of Brussels for some time past. %i illiam Andrews and Misses Andrews and Rose spent Sunday in Goderich. Mr and Mrs Hugh Finigan, of Ashfield, were the guests of the lady's brother,' William Plunkett, on a recent occasion. Miss E. Wyatt will work at Jas. Washing- ton's during the sliilimer. Master A. Ferguson, of Auburn, spent Sunday at H. G.•,Taylor's, Alex. Thom spent a day las week with friends on the 4th con. S. Johnston was a guest at Thos. Hamilton's one day last week. Mr and Mrs Parrott, ot Blyth, were the guests of the lady's brother, Jas. Bailey, last week. Dungannon WEST HURON FARMERS' INSTITUTE. —A largely attended meeting of the West Huron Fanners' Institute was held on friday at Dungannon, at which stirring addresses were given by Mr Campbell, the Good Roads Com- missioner; Mr Alex. McD. Allan, upon "The care ot the fruit orchard at this season;" by Mr E. A. Heaton, upon "The education of farmers' •sons." These meetings are largely attended in Huron and farmers always take part in discussions. Members of the various township' council i were pre- sent and endorsed the Good Roads Commissioner's views strongly, and it is likely action will soon be taken in these councils towards a change in the statute by-laws to more modern and more business methods of dealing with public roads in this couutrv. Alma LEAGUE NOTES.—Wednesday even- ing will be our regular consecration and roll call evening, the topic entitled "Our Gifts to God" will be taken by Miss N. McMichael. NOTES.—Mr Will Jamieson and his mother were the guests of Mr and Mrs Yellow, Exeter, on Saturday and Sun- day last, Miss Ida Bennett visited friends in Wingham on the 24th. Mr T. H. Brownlee, who has been engaged as teacher in Kippen school, left on Monday to commence his duties The masons are busily engaged itt the stone work of Mr C. Dale's new barn. Mr A. Hugill is busy this week tearing down his barn; he intends making it larger and higher. Miss Lizzie Dale is visit- ing friends in McKillop; she has been in very poor health lately, and we hope the change may prove beneficial to her. Wingham. NoTEs.—Three members of Robt. Armstrong's family left for Dakota on Monday. Miss McKenny, milliner for Miss McPherson,was called to Toronto on Monday by the death of her sister. Miss M. Robertson and Grace Newton wheeled to Goderich on Friday even - jug. Mrs Jas. McDonald, of Bayfield, is visiting her mother, Mrs Wm. Moore. Miss Helmly, of Palmerston, was visiting Wingham friends this week. Miss Truax and Miss Harrison, of Walkerton, are the guests of Miss Minnie Fessant. Mr and Mrs J, G. K arges spent a day last week in Lis- towel. Mrs Toms, of Winnipeg, is the guest of het aunt, Mrs Dr Tarnlyn. Mrs Il•irry Thome, of Winnipeg, is visiting Wingham and Bluevale friends. John Nicholl, G. T. R. agent, of Brantford, forpnerly of Wingham, spent Sunday last in town. A taran- tula was killed in John Kerr's store on Satt.rday last; he had travelled free from the south comfortably in a bunch of bananas. Chas. Barbet' is treating his house with a fresh coat of paint, Jas. Cummings drove to Wroxeter c n Saturday. The tosvn council has ac- cepted tenders for granolithic walks at 101.c pet square foot. THE NEW ERA GIVES THE HOME NEWS St, Helens. COMMUNION. -The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was dispensed in Calvin church on Sabbath last; considering the weather, a large number of corn• municants were present. Services on Sabbath morning and evening were conducted by the pastor, when two rand sermons were given. Mr Mc- Nabb, of Whitechurch, conducted the preparatory service, and Mr Malcolm, Teeswater, had charge of the Thanks- giving service on Wednesday evening, NoTEs.—The masons are busy at the stone -work of the new Presbyterian church. Mr Mennary and the Misses Phillips, of Crewe, were in town on Sunday. Miss Maggie Crawford, who is learning the tailoring in Dungannon. wai home on Sabbath last. Dr, and Mrs Gordon, of Ripley, visited friends in this vicinity this week. Mr Beckett, B.'nmiller, was renewing acquaintances in St. Helens last Saturday. Mr and Miss McDonald and Miss Strachan, of Grey, were the guests of the Misses Gordon on the 24th of May. A number from around here picnicked at the Maitland River on the 24tb, and put in a quiet bttt pleasant time. DEATHS. --Mr Wm. Taylor was laid to rest in Bethel cemetery on Sunday, May 22nd, the remains being followed to their last resting place by a large concourse of friends. She was only 31 years of age, and leaves a kind bus - hand and two little boys to mourn the loss of a loving. wife and mother, who, with,. their many other friends, have the sympathy of a large circle of ac- quaintances. c- quaintances. Miss Janet E. Mowbray died quite suddenly on Wednesday of last week, at the home of Mr John Joynt, where she has been employed for over a year. She was a daughter of Mr Geo. Mow - Kray, of Whitechurch, was of a quiet and loving disposition, anda consistent member of the Methodist church for four years, Although less than a week from the day she took ill until she was laid to rest, she was not unprepared for the sudden call, and as she expressed it "longed to he in the ai ms of her Sav- iour." Not yet 21 years of age, a young life so suddenly called home is a sol- emn warning to all to "be ye also ready." Cause of death was perfora- tion of the bowels, and until death re- leased her, her sufferings were intense, but were horne withChrist ian fort i rude. The remains were interred in Kinloss remetery, north of Whitechurch. Much sympathy is felt for her parents and friends in their sudden and sore bereavement, Stanley , ' COUNCIL.—Coihncil'met as a Court of Revision on Monday, ay 30. The appeal of Jos. Foster I�gainst his as- dismiss- ed: was lismis, sesement on 1cq,�t„.B, con c ed: Twenty- be dogs were taken off the roll. Lot 1 of 19 B. 11. S. was charred from Thos. Ward to Benj. Higgins; west half of lot 18, S. B. was changed from non-resident roll to Christina Richarp; S. half,lot.9, S.R.E. was changed from John Watson, own- er, to W. J. Stinson, tenant. The reg- ular Easiness of the council consisted r ofthe following:—Assessor's Sala Y. $70, postage $1, Mullett & Co's ac- count for eavestroughing hall $I0.50, and W. Cook's account of $4 for clean- ing the hall and moving furniture, were all paid; appropriations to the amount •of $780 were made for the rnaintainance of roads. Council meets again on Monday, June 20, at 1 p.m,— J. T. CAIRNS, Clerk. • NoTEs.—Mrs Wm. Forrest, who has lately hien very ill with grip, is slowly improving. Mr Jas. Baird, sr., spent last week in Toronto visiting friends. Mrs Murray, of London, is visiting her father, Mr John McCowan. Miss Mary Gibson, London, visited .at her home last week; she returned on Friday. Mr Duncan McCowan spent Sundav visit- ing relatives in Blyth. Mr W. F. Hick, wife and family, of Taylor's Corner, Goderich Township, spent Sundav at the home of Mrs Peter Campbell. bars Rogers, of Toronto, has been visiting at Mr Wm. Graham's for two weeks; she left for horne on Tuesday. Mrs Sled, of Collingwood, is at present at Mr Wm. Graham's; she has also been visiting a sick sister at Blyth. Miss Capling, of Clinton, paid a visit to Mr John Gilmour's last week. Miss Big- gest, of Clinton, wheeled to Mr Wm. Graham's this week. Miss Ida Mc- Lennan and Aggie Porter were visit- ing on the 2nd- on Tuesday, enjoying a run on their wheels, J. McCowan still continues in a weak condition. Geo.T. Baird is now improving and will soon he able for work again. Inspector Tom made his spring visit to S. S. No. 1 on Mondayafter•noon. The trustees of S.S. No. 1, Stanley, have improved the school grounds by erecting a new wire fence along the road; Mr L Beat- ty, of Varna, had the contradt. Mr Mal. McEwen had the misfortune to lose a fine brood mare last week from Inflammation. R. J. Richardson, B. A., and Miss R. C. Richardson attend- ed the wedding of Miss Etta Cart- wright and Mr Andrew on Wednes- day. Miss E. Reid, of London, is at present spending a short vacation at horne. Dr. and Mrs Diamond, of Michigan, are at present visiting rela- tives in fhis neighborhood. Mr Holmes, of Goderich, visited at the home of Mr Brownlee recently. Hullett. WEDDING.—Ole of those pleasant events which occasionally occur in our midst took place on Wednesday.It was an ideal day for a June weding, and it was a happy gathering that as- sembled at the home of Mr Jas. Cart- wright, to participate in the festivities incident to the marriage of his daugh- ter, Henrietta M., to Win. J. Andrew, of Mulm,tr, Dufferin Co. The cere- mony took place at five o'clock, and was performed by Rev. J.W. Andrews. The bride was dressed in white silk, with orange blossoms, and looked charmingly attractive. In the even- ing a wedding party Wks given, at which a large number of guests were assembled, and all joined in wishing the happy couple unlimited happiness andp't roeperr y. Goderich Township IMPROVEMENTS. — Kepple Disney, Huron Road, has made marked im- provements to his property, changing the roadway, erecting wire fences, etc. LADIES' CLUB.—It is reported that the young ladies of No. 2 have formed a two-handed ball club, our own Peter to be instructor. "Clan., the way, for we are coming." NEw CELLAR —Mr Henry Bell has just completed placing a stone wall nn - der the house of Mr Jas. McCabe, Mill Road, who will now have a comfortable cellar, cool in summer and frost -proof in winter. 0 HOUSE BUILDING.—Mr Taman, of the brickyard, has lately torn down St. Stephen's church, and with the material has erected a house which he purposes veneering with brick this summer; Jno. Graham did the carpen- ter work. SUCCESSFUL. -The Lawn Social in connection with Cole's Church which was previously announced carie off last Wednesday on the grounds of Mr P. Cole and was in every particular a success. The grounds had been taste• fully decorated. while variegated lan- terns brilliantly illuminated the at- tractions which are characteristic of these events, The Bayfield Brass Barad enlivened the evening with the popular airs of the day. Proceeds $51. ACCIDENTS. — Two accidents of a similar nature, and both somewhat serious, occurred in the township last week. While using a pair of shearing shears, Will Nesbitt, of the 16th, acci- dentally ran the point into his arras, in• flitting a wound that has occasioned hirn considerable soreness. While John Young, of the 4th, was shearing a sheep, it kicked and sent the point of the shears into his eye, injuring that organ so severely that it is yet doubtful about his having the use of it. ABOUT BARNS.—Barn-raising is at present the order of the day. On Mon- day Mr B. Packwood had a bee jacking up his old barn, under which he pur- poses placing a stone foundation; H. Bell has the contract for the masonry, and John McGibbon the frame work; with such competent contractors as these, Mr Packwood may rely on hav- ing a first class job. On the same af- ternoon Mr Jas. Yuill, 5th con., had a bee laying the sills and joists for his new barn, preparatory to his raising on Tuesday afternoon, when sides were chosen, but the race proved a tie. COUNCIL.—Couneil met on May 26th as a Court of Revision, Members took necessary oath as members of said court. The appeal of G.T. railway was' sustained and the assessment was re- duced $1117, The appeal of W. J. Pat- ton was sustained and his assessment reduced $100. The following names were placed on the roll:—T. O. Naftel, M. J. U. 'T. Naftel, R. E. H. Naftel, A. Taylor, Johir'Gardner, Philip Rundle; also the following changes in assess- ment:—John Taman, lot S pt. 6, con„ B, 17 acres; J. Jewell, lot N.E. 13, con. M.. 15 acres; Chas. Oakes, lot. pt, 13, con. M., 101} acres. The revised roll was read and passed. Minutes of last il read and passed. council ' C meeting of cO 1 r k instructed tonotify the Tl\ece was 'council of Gcderich to open drain on Eidson road. The following accounts were paid: — F. McCartney, services assessing, $00; postage, $1. Council adjourned to meet on June. 20th. N, STURDY, Clerk, BRIEFS.—A wheeling• party from Goderich spent an evening last week with Mr and Mrs Tebbutt, Huron Road. Mrs Thos. Elliott and Miss Susie, Bay- field Line, were the guests of the Misses McCullagh last Friday. The Misses Millian, Goderich, eperit the fore part of last week visiting the family of Mr John Sturdy, 8th con. The fence be- longing to S. S. No. 2, and adjoining Mr' Monk's farm, underwent some changes last week which materially af- fect the appearance of the property. Statute labor has commenced in some parts of the township. Miss Jennie Johnston, who has been working in Goderich, is spending this week under the rtrental roof, Huron Road. Miss E./Soehylor, who has been visiting in toes vicinity, has returned to her home in Blyth. Miss Goodeve, of Ac- ton, is the guest of Miss Clara Middle- ton. Miss M. Weir, Bayfield road, is visiting friends at Varna. Miss I. Elliott is home from' Londo 1. Misses Powell and Smith from Clinton, spent Sunday at J. Switzer's. Miss M. Shep- pard, Goderich, is Emending a few days at her uncle's, Mr G. Middleton. A number of Italians have camped at Trick's creek. Seaforth NOTES. — Miss Annie Kearney, of Stratford, is the guest of Miss Lue Dunn. Mr Angus Kennedy, of Wing - ham, has taken a position in the Palace Butcher shop; we welcome Mr Kennedy to town. Miss Lue Dunn wheeled to Mitchell Monday ereuing. Mr Geo. Fitzgerald, who has been in Liverpool, Eng., for some time, re- turned home Monday. Mr Dan Mc- Donald, of Wiarton, is visiting his sis- ter, Mrs H. Horton. Mr Wm. Gun- dry, deputy sheriff, of Goderich, was in town last week summoning jury- men for the June sessions. The Beav- er Lacrosse club went to Exeter Tues- day evening and defeated that team by 5 to 1. George Trott, photographer of Remelt, was in town Wednesday. The Junior Hurons football club play- ed the return match in Berlin Monday, and defeated that club by 2 to 1. We are sorry to say Mr Joe Dick is on the sick list; this week he is enjoying the country breezes at the residence of Mr Geo. Stewart, Huron road. Messrs Robt. Logan and John Steele returned home Tuesday eyening from Carberry, Man. The first championship lacrosse match of the season will be played here ,June 10th, between the Beavers and the Georgetown ',team; a good game is expected, as our boys are in the pink of condition. A. cross petition was filed Monday against Vie return of Mr. W. 0. Mosorip, Liberal, as member for South Perth at tho recent election. .� I auburn J. NICHOLSON, manufacturer of and dealer in Light and Heavy Harness, (a specialty.) Whips,{i Valises, Combs, Brushes, Robes and Horserinunings. DEATH—Master Edgar Proctor, aged 12 years, who, with his mother, has been residing at Mr Farrow's, died very suddenly in Blyth on Monday last, when he dropped dead ou the street The cause of death was infl;unrrlatlen of the lunge. Mrs Proctor, who is a widow, has our sympathy in the loss of her only child. CHANGE.—.Mr W. T. Riddell has bought nut the general stock of Mr Wettlantler, at this place, and took possession of it on Wednesday. Mr Riddell has had considerable experi- ence, is fairly well acquainted, and be- ing a pushing, energetic young man, is likely to receive a fair share of trade. Mr Wettlauffer expects to move to Perth county. NoTEs.—Mr Stevenson, of Port Hur- on, is visiting his sister, Mr's Robinson. Miss Coad, of Blyt h, is the guest ot Miss Sturdy. J. Mathis is going to give up business here, and intends moving to Stratford, where he will continue the shoe business. Messrs Cook, Rowed and Patterson met with an accident corning home from Clinton on the 24th. L. Wettlenffer has solei his business and property to T. Riddell. Miss Allie Morrison, of Nile, was the guest of Mrs J. Carter last week. Mrs Wrn. Pollock has returned to her horne at Flint, Mich. Mr Win. Hahkirk and wife attended the funeral of his sister- in-law, Mrs Wm. McNevins, Exeter. Mr D. E. Munroe has made a great im- provement on his waggon box. CHURCH NEWS.—Rev Mr Ar mstrong, of Goderich, preached a very helpful sermon in the Methodist church on Sunday morning. In the English church on Sunday evening Rev Mr Higley gave a good discourse from Luke 4 : 5. The C. E, had a very good meeting on Monday evening: Miss Jane Dobie took the. topic, "The Christian giveth." Election of officer s took place at the Epworth League on Tuesday ev- ening last. when the following were elected:—Pres., Miss Wellwood; 1st Vice, Miss E. A. Blair; 2nd Vice, Allan Ellesley; 3rd Vice, Miss Dow Errata; 4th Vice, Miss I. Ellesley; Secy., Miss Mabel . Erratt; Treas., J. Nicholson; Organist, Miss S. Blair, Rev Mr Fletcher, Thames Road, will conduct the 0. E. anniversary services next Sunday morning. The German Meth- odists held their Qtiarterly Meeting last Sunday, PRESENTATION. — Last week, after the marriage of Mr W. Match, the members of the band made him a handsome present, accompanied by the following address, which speaks for it- self:— MR. WM .AIC -,"n — n 0 c thel re;eut joyous P occasion of your recent tuw•riage, we. the mem- b-rs of the Auburn Brass Band, thought it a fit time to recognize publicly your worth as an esteemed nicniber of our eouin unite, wham we have known to have always proved himself honorable and upright in all kis as;eel:1110os of Ilse. We have i tieh pleasure in .aging that these opinions are held not. only. by ber,t:.ves, but also by the large circle of your rcgnain- tance+, and we heartily unite with ,n.'1 in con- gratulating you on your recently very Import- ant change in life, commcuding your judgment i.i selecting a partner in life known to us all by her amiability, goodness, and large hearted - 0000, qualities which have won for her an on duringMace in the hearts of all, +t'c have no doubt hat you will Lind her an excellent help mate in.every way of life, making life more enjoyable by her companionship, anti particu- larly helping you to care for you- aged parents in the evening of their declining days, makin their well-earned rest as happy as possible, and husbanding the wonderful strength God has been pleased to bless them with, While we rejoice heartily with you on this jo; ons occa- sion, we do not resign our claim upon you as our leader, a position which you filled so satis- factorily in the pas;, that we earnestly wish yon to remain in the same position for many - years to come, And as tokens of our regards for you and Mre. Mtitch, we respectfully ask you to accept these chairs and centre table May they in future years keep green in your memories the friendship we most sincerely en- tertain for you all'. Signed in behalf of the band, ,. ,HELSiUlOS- TirOs. LAWLER. Harlock NOTES.—The masons have complet- eh the stone work for Angus Reid's new barn. Mr John Watt, sr,, is giv- ing his barn a new covering of shingles this week. Miss Agnes Crosby left on Tuesday of this week to visit relatives in Scotland; her many friends in this vicinity unite in wishing her a happy summer among the heather, and a safe return home. Another of Har - lock's renowned picnics will be held in FI. W. Allen's hush on the afternon of Friday, June 17th; a good program, good games etc. : every person come and bring your friends and we will make you welcome. Leeburn. NOTES.—Miss Edith McKay, of Gode- rich, is yisiting her friend, Miss J. Stirling. Alex., Archie and Horace Horton and Misses Grace and Ellen Horton spent the 24th in Clinton. William and Arthur Fulford visited Port Olbert on the 24th of•May. At the monthly meeting of the E. E. So- ciety the following officers were elect- ed:—Pres., Alex. Clutton; Vice Pres,, Archie Horton; Rec. Sec„ .Jos. McNe- vin; Treas., Winnie Shaw. Messrs Suaw and Lawson were appointed delegates to the convention 111 Wing - ham on June 21st and 22nd. Brucefield NOTES,—Mr Jas. Thompson (son-in- law of Mr A. Swan) ofp Moosejaw, Man„ with two others have lately gone to the Klondike with three car loads of fat cattle; Mr Thompson rented his farm for three years and will probable prospect there; his friends here wish him success in the land of gold. Mrs Hugh McCartney has been very ill during the past week. Miss Mary Mc• Kenzie has purchased a Speed Queen bicycle from Mr John Snider. Mrs Rodgers, of Toronto, is visiting a);the home of her uncle, Mr W. Graham. Mr Andrews, London, visited last week at the home of Mr J. McCowan. Hiyth, NoTEs,—At Stratford, on the 241h, Miss Colloton,of this place,was thrown out of a rig, owing to the horse being frightened by fire -crackers, hut,beyond a severe shaking up, sustained no in- jury; the buggy was damaged. 1 TIDE SPECTACLES We sell satisfy. THE DRUGS . . We sell are 1 . r and the goods we recoimnend are as represented, or we refund your money 4LLEN fit WILSON, Druggists and Opticians 's'LLlloWS, IWS•fVtri-trite Nile. IMPROVEMENTS.—Mr Duncan Mc- Phee has been improving his house by painting insideand out; ourloeal paj t.— er, T. A. Elliott, did the work. Consuls.— Rev. J. W. Pring preach - e.1 in this church on Sabbath evening Next Sabbath Mr's S. Pentland will preach here both morning and evening. BARN RAISING.—Mr David Girvin raised his Karn on Tuesday. Although a large barn, everything went up with- out a hitch. There were no accidents with the exception of a bruise on Jas. Girvin's face. FARMER'S INsTrrLTE,—The annual meeting of the Farmer's iustitute for the election of officers will be held at this place next Thursday. In the afternoon suitable papers on farming will he given. In the evening a pro- gram consisting of vocal and instru- mental music and addresses by promi- nent speakers will be rendered. LEAGUE.—The meeting this week was tinder the direction of the Mis- sionary committee; it program con- sisting of missionary sketches, etc.. interspersed by suitable hymns was given. The meeting of the E. L. next week has been postponed until Thurs- day evening, June 91h; it will be the reenter monthly consecration and roll call meeting, NOTES.—Rev. J. W. Pring is away attending the Conference at Chatham. Mr Geo. Curry, sr., attends Conference s a layrnan from this circuit. Re,R. J. E. Millyard left last Wednesday for a holiday; while he was amongst us he made many friends. and to us hiss preaching was both interesting :and profitable; the best wishes of his host of friends go wit h him. Mr T. R. Courtice supplies for Rev, Mr Hutton next Sunday. Misses Sp' ting, Ihistow and Stewart have invested in wheels. Miss Allie Morris wheeled to Auburn on Saturday last, returning on Sunday evening. .tar W. R. Treleaven spent last week at his home in Ashfield. 'Mrs \V. G. \Vatson and daughter spent a few days with the lady's father, Mr R. Mcllwain. Constance CHURCH.—The anniversary services 'will be conducted by Rev. R. Millyard on June 19th, afternoon and evening. PICNIC,—The Sabbath School of the Methodist church will hold a picnic,in Mr Brit ton's woods on Friday after -- noon, June 10th. C; NOTES.—MrHenry Colcloughlo r h lost valuable cow last week. Mr W. B. Cook had a windmill erected this week by Mr Jas, Taylor, of Harriston. Mr '- E. L. Farnham is having his barn re- shingled. Miss Cora Courtice, of Sea• forth, is visiting at the horne of Mr's W. Snell this week, Mrs Farncoinb and children. of Newcastle, are visit- ing at Mr W. E. (voldwell's, Erwortr I LEAGUE. Our League held a special meeting on Tuesday ev- ening, when the Rattenhury St Ep- worth League of Clinton, to the num- ber of about 25 or 30, paid our League a friendly visit. The meeting was opened by the President, Mr Farnham. and after the devotional exercises, was hand 'd over to Mr A. T. Cooper, who conducted the program, which was entitled "The Epworth League Loco=- motive." Tne locomotive was con- structed piece by piece, and the var- ious parts were accompanied by suit- able words, showing the comparisons - between a locomoti ve and the Epwoilth League. The program was both in- teresting and instructive, and the large number present were well pleased with the entertainment. After the meeting'wasover the visitors were invited to the basement where refresh- ments were served. The League here is heartily lbliged to the Clinton friends for the excellent program pro- vided, and hope they may soon again have the pleasure of entertaining them. Exeter LACROSSE.— A hot game of lacrosse. was played here on Tuesday between Seaferth and Exeter, resulting in favor of Seatorth by 5 to 1. A Modern Miracle Miracle Washing Compound Adapted to the fineet and coarsest Febrice Your washing done while yon rest. A boom to wom"nhood. No need to soak over night. Washday robbed of all its terrors. No steam! No labor 1 No odor! A family washing done while breakfast is eaten. Guaranteed not injurious. Dtar.CT1ors—Slice One cake of Miracle Corp. pound and one cake of common washing soap into two quarts of water and boil until d soly- ed; pour half of it while hot into a tub contain- ing enough very hot water tocoveryourc othee Soak white clothes, curtains and cotton fabrics a few minutes in cold water ; wring out and place them id hot suds, stirring enpugh to en- able the suds to roach every part, and let tberh stand for 25 or 31) minutes; then wring outt,rinae blue and hang on line. Fon COLORED CLOTrttt�' sante suds can bo hooted and bnlanoo of mix- ture added to it; let clothes stand to for white. WHILE YOU REST I3r,axrcETs, FLANNELS oa WOOLLENS should not he put in co'd watct' but placed at once in hot ends made as dire art for other goods, and allowed to stand 80githr-'' utos; then rinse and hang in warm p'ao I>e'' dire'ti,tnsare followed you will bo dell (id to, Soo how soft and fluffy they wilt feelsr wilt they shrink. 2 Cakes for 00 or 12 for o. 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