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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton New Era, 1898-07-08, Page 1The Niw 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 40 cents °as MANAWANiiih What's the matter with it ? It you think there is anything the matter with your watch, let ns take a look at it. A few par- ticles of dust will, in a week, do more ds.mage than the ordinary wear of a whole year of keeping time. Any watch is well worth taking care of — the better the watch the better the care. Our way of re - airing Watches is the right way. We guar- antee perfect work and mod- erate charges, our prices be- ing in proportion to the work done. Have your repair work done here. P. B. Crews Jeweler &Expert Watch Repairer Ir; Benmiller ARRIVAL.—Our new minister, Mr Wilson, arrived here with his wife on Thursday evening. A number of the members of the different appointments were at the parsonage and tendered him a warm reception. NEWSLETS. — The volunteers who went from here arrived home Satur- day evening feeling very tired and looking much tanned from their two weeks drill. A goodly number of our young people attended the demonstra- tion at Goderich on the 1st. Mr Pframmer has he,d a cellar dug and a stone found foundation built under the house occupied by Mr Holshauver. The pedagogues of the different schools have betaken themselves home for the holidays; Mise A. Ferguson to Auburn, Mr S. Beckett to Kintail, while Mell'srs. C. L. Fisher and Thos. Long have arrived in our midst. REMOVAL.—Mr Olivant and family took their departure from our midst nn Wednesday of last week. It is with a great deal of sorrow that Ben - miller circuit found that ho was not to remain a fourth year. The circuit had been unanimous in extending to him an invitation for another year, but for some reason or other the sta- tioning committee has sent him to his present appointment. His many friends will be glad to learu that his new appointment is an excellent one. The parsonage is situated in Lucknow art is in a good state of repair and ,;weal furnished. Certainly Mr Olivant deserves all he gets and more. Dur- ing'his three years' residence with us he has preached eloquent sermons, in- tended to uplift and strenthen those who are working for the Master, and his warnings to the unconverted were such as will not be forgotten for many' a day by tho4e who heard there. He preached the Gospel as he found it, tthco t trying to ticklae he fancy of t"'ra"'-i to taste of others. Alma HXIRCB NOTES. — Rev Mr Arm- strong, our new pastor, occupied the pulpit on Sunday evening last, and preached an excellent sermon. Mr Wellword, the missionary campaign- er, will give a lecture in our League on Thursday evening; the Wednesday evening service will be withdrawn. Miss Whitely read an excellent paper in the League on Wednesday'of last week. NOTES. — Mrs Biggart, of Owen Sound, is home on a visit to her father, Mr Wm. Stevens. Miss Annie Stev- ens, of London, spent a few days at her home last week. Mrs T. Nott, of Algoma, is down on an extended visit to relatives here. What might have been a serious accident' happened at the barn raisingof Mr 3. Noble on Thursday last; Mr Jas. McNiel was on one of the bents when it went over and he was precipitated to the ground, receiving serious injuries. Mr H. Cooper entertained a number of the young people to a social dance in his new barn, on Thursday evening last. Hallett • PERSONAL.—Mr Corkett, of Bramp- ton, paid a visit to his sister, Mrs Thompson, gravel road, last week.— '' ._--SteeQor:,—The following is the stand- ing of pupils of S. S. No. 4, Hullett, for the month of June: -5th class—Chris- tena Livermore, Effie Hunter. Sr.4th— Alice McVittie, James Medd, Sarah Reid. Jr. 4th—Sell Farnham, John Ferguson, Wilson Sundercock, Sr. 3rd—Katie Scales, Maggie Reid, Geo. McVittie. Jr. 3rd—Rosy Lyon, Wes- ley Reid, Milly Adams. Sr. 2nd—Es- ther Scales, Rosy Livermore, Minnie Brumbley. Jr. 2nd —Douglas Roger- son, Bella Fairservice, Herbert Ross. Pt. 2nd — Willie Bembridge, Willie Young, sMay Adams. Tablet—Irene Carter. Mayple Livermore, Lily Leitch. —H. J. TURNBULL, Teacher. Men's clothing The clothing yon buy here is just as good as 4t looks. It's the reliable kind,and costs "o more than the oommon,ordinary grades. We stand back of every bit we sell with onr guarantee that" gnality and style are the best you oan get for your money. Don't mise the opportunity of seeing these. It's worth repeating that early buyers get the pick of the offerings. Men's Tweed Saok Snits, light colors in fano cheeks, silk stitched edges, tall pockets, pants lined below $5 e styles in Dark Tweeds , only nits, the new colorings , Gully, Biue, made in the ay st styles, out and finish perfeot, e$' 1 $10.00, $8.50 and • We want you to see onr goods, examina- tion is free. We sell good clothing cheaper than any house in this section. T. JACKSON, SR., Clothier and Furnisher Voiotia Block, Clinton, LINTON i�' ROBERT HOLMES, Editor and Proprietor. CLINTON, ONT., JULY 8, 1898 1$1 a year in advance M.50 when not so paid AROUND r-PE3E HTJB. What wide-awake and reliable corrrespondents find worthyof recording for publication, Goderich Township ORANGE SERMON,—Rev. E. A. Shaw will preach to the Orangemen in Cole's church next Sunday at 2.30 p. m. The u Orangemen will occupy the body of the church. WILL HOLIDAY AT HIS HOME. — Mr T. J. Powell, the popular teacher in S. S. No. 9, who has been visiting in this vicinity since school closed, will leave next week for his home near Glenanan, where he will spend the rest of his va- cation. As Tom is well advanced in Sophistry he will be much missed in Sterling circles. PICNICS.—The several school picnics held the week before the closing of school for the midsummer vacation, were well attended and heartily enjoy- ed by those present. The afternoons were spent in racing, swinging, ball - playing, eta., while the ladies respond- ed liberally with well-filled baskets. These events shouldbe annual, as they are days for rest and amusement for both old and young. SEVERE Loss.—On Wednesday ey- ing of last week Mr W. Edwards, of the 5th con., had the framework of his new barn raised, when everything passed off nicely. Sides avers chosen and captained by Messrs John Sturdy and Robt. Elliott, the former winning by a couple of rafters. About mid- night a severe storm arose and com- pletely wrecked the framework, laying every stick flat on the ground, and splintering all but the sills. This will be a great drawback to Mr Edwards, as be calculated on having his barn ready for the hay. SUCCESSFUL. — The garden party which had been previously billed in con- nection with St. James' church, cane off with brilliant success MI the grounds of Mr J.Beacom, last Tuesday evening. The contributors to the program alldo- ing so well makes it injudicious to par- ticularize, but we might just say that Capt. T. Robson, of Ilderton, more than did himself credit by his vocal se- lections, and we cheerfully emphasize the applauses which were rendered by the many people who availed them- selves of being present at this up-to- date garden party. Proceeds amount- ed to $50. A RARE CHANCE.—It is not often that the opportunity is presented of renting a splendid farm, all in first class order, at a nominal figure, but Thomas Mason, of the base line, near Clinton, has decided to rent his beauti- ful place, and this week advertises it to rent. He does this not because he wants to quit farming, but simply ow- ing to the prolonged ill health of Mrs Mason, her medical adviser having re- commended a change and rest. The property is one of the best on the base line and should secure a tenant im- mediately. Mr Mason has not yet de- 'eided where he will move, but it will likely be London. NOTES.—Miss C. McNaughton, Clin- ton, is the guest of Miss L, Middleton this week. Mrs Edward Wise has re- turned from visiting relatives at Belle- ville. R. Cole will spend the summer with his grandparents in Stanley. -- Miss Mary Ann McCullagh, London, •is spending her vacation under the pa- rental roof, Huron Road. Mr O. B. Willson, who met with an accident while on the road with his stallion, is slowly recovering. Mrs Patrick, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs John Beacom, has returned to London. Mies Orm is visiting her cousin, •Mr J. Beacom. Mrs Blanchford and Mrs Woods are visiting at Mr Trick's. Blyth. PICNIC.—On the first the picnic of the Methodist Sabbath School here, and also of Jackson'sappointment was held in A. Sloan's grove; it was held under the auspices of the League of each ap- pointment, and was a very successful gathering, attended by a large number of people. The usual sports were par- ticipated in, and addresses were deliv- ered by Revs. Allan, Tiffin, Kane and President Rigsby. The net proceeds amounted to over $40, .which goes to- wards parsonage improvements. LOCALS.—Mr Robt. Barraeks left on Monday morning for a two weeks visit with Woodstock and Toronto friends. Mrs (Rev.) Rigsby returned home on Wednesday evening frorn a week's visit with Toronto friends. Miss Ella Gibson left on Monday for London, where she will reside for the future. Mr Wm. Fleuty moved his hcusehold effects to Clinton this week; Mr Fleuty is engaged as foreman on the News - Record staff. Mr Ed. Moser returned home from Peterboro Monday evening, where he was attending the Wheel - men's Association meet. Master Thos. Higley, who was there attending the races returned nome the same even- ing; he was successful in obtaining a prize to the value of $15. Miss Mary McMurchie, of Clinton, was the guest of Miss Edna Curtis on Sunday. Miss Beatrice McConnell returned home Monday evening from Crediton, where she was engaged in the millinery busi- ness. Masters Wm. Stewart and E. Malloy, of Dungannon, are visiting their uncle, Mr J. Stother, at present. Preparations are being rushed ahead for the grand celebration of the Battle of the Boyne, which will be celebrated in our village next Tuesday. At the regular meeting of council on Tuesday evening, Mr Richard Somers was ap- pointed constable for our village,which vacancy was caused by the death of the late James Davis. Mr Herbert Tait, of St. Thomas, is spending his holidays with his brother, Dr Tait, of town. Mr Wm. Harris now tides a pacer, purchased from Denstedt Bros., who are agents for the Hobbs' firm in London. Miss Amelia Anderson ar- rived home on Tuesday from Toronto, where she has been studying music. A grand concert will be held in the Industry hall on the evening of the 12th, when it will be conducted by al foreign talent, especially of Toront . T7fi1I limn B1u ellast8 o'tlE Rosin NEWS Goderich. Two NICE STEAMERS.—The steamer Carmona arrived on Wednesday from Windsor, on her first trip this season to the Soo. Dur ing the winter $11,000 was expended on repairs and altera- tions, and she is practically anew boat. She had over 50 passengers, which is ' very good for the first trip.—The City of London took out a large excursion on Tuesday evening, when a very pleasant time was spent. She is just the boat for trips like this, and the ex- cursions every Monday evening pro- mise to be a great success. She will take out an excursion on July 14. CHURCH NOTES. — Bert Thompson, formerly. of Bayfield, who was ap- pointed by Conference to Elimville circuit, has not yet entered on his work, having only recently lett the hospital. At present he is in Goderich but expects to take his work on July 17. Rev JasperWilson, who assumed the pastorate of North St. Church last Sabbath, will be tendered a reception this evening. Rev W. Godwin is vis- iting bis old home at Kingsville, and his pulpit work will next Sunday be taken by Mrs Pentland, of Ripley. NOTES. — John Yates, Chicago, is visiting here. There are quite a num- ber of visitors at Point Farm and Menesetung Park. Miss Acheson has returned home from Whitby Ladies' College. Chas. Passmore, who has been visiting here, has returned to Chicago. Dan Mclvor, our local scorcher, took two 1st prizes at Wrox- eter, on the 1st, in the bike contests. R. W. McKenzie is attending the plebiscite convention at Toronto. Miss Wilson, of Wyoming, is visiting her cousin, Miss Harrison. Judge Chad- wick, of Galt, has been rusticating here, ELEVATOR COMPANY.—At a meeting of the shareholders of the Goderich Elevator and Transit Co., on Saturday, the following gentlemen were elected directors:—Messrs H. Mooers and H. F. Mooers, of Kingston; M. McLaugh- lin, of Toronto, representing the mill- ers of Western Ontario; N. Dyment. of Bari ie, and James Clark, W. L. Hors ton and Alex. McD. Allen, of Gode- rich. At a subsequent meeting of these directors Mr 11. Mooers was elected President, Mr Alex, McD. Al- len, Vice President, and Mr H. F. Mooers, Secretary Treasurer. The works at the dock are proceeding ra- pidly, and the chief engineer states he has made here the best foundation he ever secured for an elevator. Nearly all the leading millers of western On- tario have become stockholders, and they are juhilantover their position on the ground floor, this being the only elevator in Canada or the States where millers are accorded his privilege. The building will be ready for this season's crops. DEATH OF CAPTAIN DANCEY.—Capt. Thomas N. Dancey, one of the oldest residents of this town, died on Thurs- day from the effects of an accident he met with over a year ago, and which resulted in a stricture to the entrance to the stomach. He was well known on the lakes from Chicago to Buffalo during the sixties, and had the reputa- tion of being one of the most fearless navigators of the great lakes. For a number of years he held the positions of harbormaster and wharflnger of this port, and a little over a year ago he received an appointment from the present Government to the customs office here, which position he filled un- til his death. He was a lifelong Re- former in politics and was one of the stalwarts who carried the election for Lieutenant Governor M. C. Cameron in South Huron after the gerrymander. He will be remembered by all the lead- ing curlers of western Ontario, against whom be has skipped in many a bard battle. He was 68 years of age, and leaves a widow and six children. He was buried on Sunday afternoon, un- der the auspices of the A.O,U.W., of which he had been a member for eight- een years. Brucefield NOTES,—Mr John Dunkin, formerly of this place, visited in this village last week, on his way to visit his bro- ther, Mr A. Dunkin, Varna; his many friends were pleased to meet him. Miss Maud Chrysler, Hensel', is visit- ing at the home of Mr B. R. Higgins, Mr W. McDonald is at present taking photographs of the houses in our vil- lage. Mr Jas, McDonald raised his barn last week; it was a large one with stone foundation; it went together well, showing the skill of the foreman, Mr D. Ross. Miss Goodie Marks is visiting friends in Goderich. Mr Robt. Ross has returned from the old coun- try, where he went with fat cattle. Messrs J. Ketchen and Wm. Simpson returned from London, England, on Friday last, where they had taken two car loads of fat cattle; their voyage was an unusually long one, being 17 days; they were obliged to give the cattle half rations for n few days, ow- intto the scarcity of provender for them; they remained a week in Lon• don seeing the sights; their return trip was also 17 days on the ocean, which is slow aniline. for these ad- vanced times. Mr John Swann lost four sheep on Thursday last by being struck by lightning while they were under a tree; they were insured. Mr John Snider, our enterprising bicycle agent, sold a wheel last week to Mise Mary Murdock, Stanley; he has this year sold a large number, Mrs John Taylor, London is visiting at the home of her grannfather,Mr John'McCowan. Flags were hoisted in our village on the 1st; all good and loyal citizens are we. Rev; Mr Shaw, of Egmondville, and Mr Matheson, of Brucefleld, exchanged pulpits last Sabbath. Mr and Mrs Colwell have moved into the house lately occupied by the 'ate Mr Ken- nard. Messrs Robt. Baird and Peter Oatfapbell are at present spending their yication at home. Quite a number of :our citizens spent Dominion day at Bayfield and other points of interest. The 12th of July is to be celebrated in 1Jensall, great preparations are being made. Londesboro HORSES.—Mr John Bell started for Manitoba on Thursday with a number of horses. He took them to Seaforth and from there will be accompanied by Mr John Fowler with some more to make up a carload. He expects to be away about a month. NOTES.—Misses Annie and Minnie March attended the wedding of their cousin at Manchester last week. Rev Mr Neil, of Toronto, occupied the pul- pit of the Methodist Church Sunday evening, and addressed the League on Monday evening; on both occasions there wv g as a large audience and they were very highly pleased and, it is hoped, much edified,. Mr Neil left on Thursday for Owen Sound, where he takes the work of the resident minister for a month. Messrs Revs Hamil- ton and Andrews attended the Plebis- cite Convention at Hensall, Monday. Work on the new church is at a stand- still, owing to the workmen being en- gaged for the time elsewhere. Two young ladies from here are tryingthe Exams in Clinton this week. MAl- vin Brogden is home for his holidays at present. Mrs Brogden is much im- 'pproved in health. Miss Nellie Van- bridger is visiting at W.L. Ouimette's. R. J. Bell is expected home from Owen Sound in a few days. Haying is now the order of the day, and the crop is very heavy. An agent of the London Advertiser was in the village on Wednesday and succeeded in sell- ing quite a number of dailies for a two months' trial trip. Mrs (Rev) J. A. Hamilton and Blanchie, left Wednes- day morning for a visit to Hamilton. Rev L. J. Wood and wife left for Dun- dee on their return trip home to Washington, D. U , Thursday morn- ing. The men are busy drawing ce- ment from the station for the bridge at Hamilton's. CHURCH NOTES,—The annual picnic of the Methodist Sabbath School was held on Friday, in Br'igharn's. grove, and was well attended; the usual sports were participated in, the Sal- vation Army band of Clinton adding very much to the pleasure of the day. The lawn social given at the Metho- dist Parsonage, on Friday evening, was a most gratifying success, being attended by a very large crowd; it was under the auspices of the League, the members of which did all in their power to make the occasion interest- ing; the program embraced music by a quartette consisting of Messrs Floody and Palmer and Misses • Little and Crisp, recitation by W. Lyons,lduet by the Misses Patterson, -of East Wawa - nosh, sclo by Miss Susie Lyon, duet by Misses Little and Webb, and Messrs. Brogden and Palmer, and selections by the Salvation Army band of Clin- ton. The net proceeds were nearly $80, leaving a net amount over expen- ses of about 550 which is part of the League's contribution of 5100 towards church. The the new committee wish particularly to express their apprecia- tion of the Salvation Army Band, of Clinton, which not only gave excel- lent music, but the members of which deported themselves like gentlemen throughout the entire day, and gave such universal satisfaction that Rev. Mr Andrews, who was chs,irinan, was instructed to pay them more than they had agreed to play for. Leeburn. VISITORS.—Misses Jessie and Mary Linklater, of Stratford, are spending their holidays at the home of their un- cle, .A. H. Clutton. Mrs Harry Camp- bell, Huron, and her two children, vis- ited Mr and Mrs Sterling this week.— Miss Rachel Cook is visiting her par- ents here. Miss Ida McKay, Goderich, visited her friend, Miss Jennie Stirling, last week. Mr Jos. Shaw, of Goderich, is spending his holidays with his cous- ins here. Mr Hillary Horton and Miss Somby, of Dungannon, paid a visit here on the lst of this month. James Taylor returned home last week from Goderich Township, where he had been visiting. NOTES.—Miss BellaMcNevinis work- ing for Mr Campbell, Carlow. Miss Winnie Shaw was in Goderich trying the Entrance Examination. The foun- dation under the barn of Mr Hugh Chisholm is being built by Mr Ferris and his staff; the one for Mr Clutton's barn was built on Wednesday by Mr Elliott and his staff. Mr Linklater and Henry Horton attended the Temper- ance meeting at Dungannon last week. Miss Clara Fulford is now home from Goderich, where she has been learning the dressmaking for two months. The monthly business meeting of the C. E. Society was held last week on Mrs Nor- ton's lawn. Master Allan McManus and Clarence Dtistow, of S. S. No. 5, wrote on the Entrance papers last week. Mr Wm. Strachan, our well- known friend, returned to his horse in Kentucky Last week, after spending some time with friends and acquaint- ances here. Geo. Morris had a paraly- tic stroke on Tuesday; we hope to hear of his speedy recovery. We are glad to know that Mrs Alex McLeod, who has been very sick, is able to sit up again. Mrs H. McManus has not been well for a few days, but we hope she will soon he all right again. Miss An- nie VValters visited her grandmother here on Sunday. Kippen N oTES,—The lst of July passed off very quietly, as nearly every person went to the lake. Miss Mary McMor- die has returned home from London. Miss Campbell, of Toronto, is at pre- sent the guest of Miss J. Balfour. Miss R. Upshall has returned home trom Seaforth. Mr B. Taylor spent the lst under the parental roof. Miss McTav- ish, teacher, has returned home for her holidays. About forty invited guests assembled at the home of Mr R. B. Mc- Lean, on Tuesday last, and report bay- ing a good tune, Thompson Bros. have their threshing machine in good order again. Mr and Mrs J. McKay, of Var- na, were the guests of Mrs Ricker on Sunday, last. The lightning -rod agent I from Seaforth has been doing -_big Work ) in this vicinity. Mrs R. McMordie is at present visiting friends in London, St. Helens. NEW STORE.—Mr J. D. Murdock has now opened up business in the Maple Leaf store, and is prepared to cater to the wants and fastidious tastes of the people of St. Helens and surrounding country. We welcome Mr Murdock and bride to our town, feeling sure of their being quite an acquisition to it. CHURCH,—A number of our young people attended a strawberry festival given by the Goforth Mission Band of Lanes. and spent an enjoyable even- ing. Rev. Mr Duthie, of Christ's church, is away on his holidays; Mr Armitage fills the vacancy very ac- ceptably. There was quite au irter- esting meeting in the Y.P.B. Class of Calvin's church on Sabbath evening; Rev. Mr McIntosh gave an exposition on the catechism, while Mr Heckel', of Benmiller, gave an able address on the subject for the evening, entitled "God's Cromises and threatenings;" Miss lark sang a solo, entitled, "Hold thou thy Hands," which was well rendered. A union picnic of the young people of the Presbyterian and English churches was held in Mr Morton's grove on July 1st, the day being all that could be de- sired; the attendance was large, and a most enjoyable time was spent. NOTES.—Twenty-six pupils tried the Entrance and Public School Leaving exam's here last week; some of the questions were considered pretty stiff. Five papils left this week, three to Goderich and two to Wingham to try for 3rd class certificates, and if they do not succeed it will not be their teacher's fault, as Mr Martin has tak- en great pains with them, teaching after school hours and on Saturdays. Mr Becket, of Benmiller, was renew- ing acquaintances among his old friends this week; we are always pleas- ed to see his beaming face. Miss Ed- ith Durwin bas returned home after spending a month with friends in Brantford and is feeling greatly bene- fitted by the trip. Mrs R. Woods and Mrs Sanders have returned from visit• ing friends in Stanley. Mr Thomas Taylor, jr., received a severe sun stroke on Saturday last and was found lying unconscious by the roadside; we hope to soon hear of his recovery. Mr S. Mc•Crostie has returned after spending several weeks with friends in Michigan. Miss McCr•ostie and Miss Greta Pritchard, of Forest, are visit- ing the old home. Miss V. E. Gordon is visiting friends in Stanley and Gode- rich. Mr Dick Miller and Mis Salkeld spent Friday last with friends in Gode• rich. Quite a number of the young people of our borough took in the sights of our county town on the 1st and rep:trt having a good time.— Miss Maggie Crawford, of Dungannon, visited her home for a few days last week. Stanley NOTES.—Mrs John McMillan visited at the home of Mr Jas. McFarlance this week. The crops are looking tine at present. Mrs J. Hann is visitin at the home of her brother, Mr Alex. Thompson. Miss McDonald, Blyth, spent the 1st of July at the home of Mr John McCowan. Mr John Aiken - head, of London, spent the 1st of July with his parents. Mrs Hayner and her daughter, from Georgetown, spent the 1st wish her brother, Alex. Thom son. Mr Peter Campbell wheeled to Kincardine last week. Miss Marks, of Detroit, is spending her holidays at Mr Hugh McGregor's. Miss Bryant, of Blyth, spent a few days at John Mc- Cowan's last week. Messrs Melvin Graham, Peter Campbell and Robert Baird have returned home from their respective schools. n Mr Fred Ross, teacher, from near Amhurstburg, was visiting on the second this week; he looks to be in good health and spirits, Mr McIntosh and some of his family, from McKillop, were visitita at Mr J. Gilmour's last week. East•Wawanosh. NOTES. —Miss Lizzie Rowland, who has been teaching school near Wier - ton, is spending the holidays with her mother, Mrs John Coultes. John Ma. son had a daughter added to his famis ly on July lst. Thos. Edwards and bride are settled on his 100 acre farm. Thos. Bell continues very unwell. Miss Mary McClinton is visiting her uncle, Jas. Armour, at .present. Miss Margaret Wilson, of Stratford, is home for a few days' visit. James Mc- Gill raised his barn on July lst; sides were chosen by E. Krachling and Jas. Ross, the latter winning by six rafters. MARRIAGE.—On Wednesday, June 29th, at 4.30 p.m., at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr David Ram- say led to the altar of Hymen Miss Letitia Ann Bell, youngest daughter of James Bell, where they took their marriage vows. administered by Rev. A. McLean, of Blyth, assisted by Rev. Mr Henderson, of Auburn. The bride was dressed in brocaded cream lustre,' with appropriate trimmings, and was crowned with orange blossoms and bridal wreath flowers, and. as she stood under the large arch from which was suspended the conventional mar- riage bell, was attended by Miss Mag- gie IN ilson, who was also very becom- ingly attired in white, with the after- noon sun shining its brightest rays up- on her and the man of her choice, the scene was one of great splendor rarely equalled and never surpassed. Samuel Morton acttd his part as groomsman admirably. After %;.., ceremony and the usual congratulations . , „tarty. numbering about 160, repaired, to the spacious diningroom, where an abun- dance of the good things of this life stood before them, and after justice had been done to the refreshments, the rest of the evening was spent in social amusement. The presents were numerous and appropriate, among them being an extension table and a parlor table from the Auburn choir, of which the groom was a member, and a handsome sideboard from Westfield choir, of which the bride was a leading singer. The newly wedded couple left on the early train the following morn- ing for an extended trip through Mich- igan, followed by the best wishes of their many friends, who all join in wishing them apleasatrt journey down the stream of life. Auburn J. NICHOLSON, manufacturer of and doaler 111 Light and Heavy Harness, 1 a specialty Whips, Valises, Combs, Brushes, Robes at d Horse Trimmings. CHURCH.—Rev C. C. Co uzens preach- ed in the Methodist church last Sun- day, taking his text from Proverbs 11: 30. Next Sunday evening at 7 o'clock Rev Mr Higley will preach a sermon to the Orangemen, who are expected to meet at the Hall at 6 o'clock, and march to St. Martin's church; a hearty invitation is extended to all the neigh- boring lodges to attend. NOT — ES. Mies R. Young, Londesboro, is the guest of Miss Bertha Wilson at present. Miss Wallace, Londesboro, is the guest of her sister, Mrs W. T. Rid- dell. Mr L. L. Couzens, of Chatham, returned home last Tuesday for his holidays; Mr A. Wetherall, Miss A. Ferguson, Miss Sprung, Miss Welwood, Mr J. Cook and Miss Tichbourne have returned to their homes for the holi- days. Mr B. Hamilton has returned home from Gorrie. -Miss Bessie Rowed, London, is renewing old acquaintances here at present. Messrs Bainford, D. Patterson, and A. Nicholson returned home from London last Saturday. Mr J. Young was sent as a delegate to Toronto, to represent Auburn at the Plebiscite Convention. WEDDING.—The home of Mrs Arth- ur was the scene of a very pretty wed- ding when last Thursday evening, June 30th, in the presence of about ninety guests, Miss Maggie Arthur was united in wedlock with Mr Fuller Cowan. of Pickford, Mich. Miss Maggie King performed the duties of bridesmaid very satisfactorily, while the groom was ably supported by Mr John Arth- ur, brother of the bride. The cere- mony was impressively performed by Rev R. Henderson. The ceremony concluded, the guests sat down to a sumptuous supper, after which a pleas- ant evening was spent in games and other amusements. The happy couple left for their home in Michigan on Wednesday morning, accompanied by the hest wishes of their many friends in this vicinity. Nile. FIRE.— Thursday night after Ep- worth League had been dismissed and the sexton was blowing out the lights, the chandelier fell, breaking three lamps which were lighted. The coal oil became ignited and for a while it looked as though nothing could be done to save the church. The mat - tinge were hastily pulled off the aisles of the church and the fire was siroth- ered before it got much headway. Three seats, the floor and also the mat- tings were badly burned. Had it been a little later and the crowd had dis- persed to their horses, the church could not have been saved; but, by the earnest efforts of the Epworth Leag- uers the church was saved. CHURCH NOTES. — Rev R. H. Hall preached last Sabbath both morning and evening; this was Mr Hall's •firt Sabbath on his new circuit, and we welcome hirer and family to our com- munion. Next Sabbath there will be a prayer meeting set vice in the morning and the pastor will take charge of the evening service. The meeting of the Epworth League Iast week was post- poned until Thursday night; Mr Wm. Watson gave a report of the afternoon and evening sessions of the convention held in Wingham on June 21st. The meeting of July 5 was the regular consecration arM roll call meeting; at the close of the meeting Mr Chas. Gir- vin-eoncluded the report of the Wing - ham convention. Next week the Ep- worth League meeting will be held on Monday night instead of Tuesday night; the subject "Temperance" will be taken up by several members. ACCIDENT.—On Tuesday evening of last weekwhile hile Mr Wm. Bailie was driving along the road with some bee- hives on the waggon, one of the bee hives tell off, scaring the horses. Mr Bailie also fell off the front of the waggon and his foot caught, dragging him along the ground For some dis- tance. He had presence of mind enough to catch hold of the under side of the waggon. The horses ran through two fields, jumping the fence between the barn -yard and the field. His daughter saw the horses running away and Mr Bailie under the wag- gon. Neighbors were called to assist in moving Mr Bailie to the house where it was found that his leg had been broken above the ankle, the bone being shoved through the calf of the leg. We are thankful to state that. Mr Bailie is improving as well as can be expected and hope to see him sound and well ere long. NOTES. — Mr W. N. Courtice, of Holmesville, paid our burg a flying visit last week. Messrs H. Elford and J. Yeo, of Holmesville, passed through Nile on Tuesday of last week, on their way to and fromIthe Plebiscite conven- tion held at Dungannon. Messrs Courtice and Treleaven and Misses Sprung and Watson, our school teach- ers, are spending their holidays at their different homes. Mr Geo. Mor- ris took a stroke of paralysis on Mon- day. We hope that he may soon re- cover. Mr and Mrs Frank Hawkins are visiting at Kincardine. Mr F. Hawkins returned from Fort Wayne, Ind., where he has been on business, last week. Mr J. Hetherington spent Sunday in Auburn. Foot ball prac- tice has ceased for a while. Quite a number frm here took in the sports „. •Goderie on the 1st. Mrs D. Cook, who has be q n visitingat the home of k Mr Jacob Ryan, has returned to her home in Clinton. Mr i3, Cook, jr., visited friends here on Sunday. Parni - era are busy at their hay, Tuckersmith NOTES,—Mr Appleton Elcoatlost two valuable sows last week. L. Mc- Connell had the misfortune to have the top of his finger badly smashed at Rodger Pepper's barn raising on Thurs- day last; Sandy Gray had the nail of one of his fingers torn at the same rais- ing. Mr Herbert Crush barn was struck by lightning on Sunday, but not much damage was done; this is the third time this barn has been struck; Mr Armstrong's barn was also struck. $ Forii! $ Quality • • $ And f .4 Price . ..-' ir You will always find it to your le advantage when yo;; need anything i in the Drug liue, to -Make your put- tfl chases at the Prescription Drug i iStore. Pure drugs and good drugs are what we sell you. We sell them at lowest prices and guarantee you i satisfaction or a refund of your money. We have every confidence in oar goods and know they are right, or we would not say this. If the goods purchased here do not turn out just as represented, we want you to tell us and wowill make it right. Leave us yortr trade on these principles. SYDNEY JACKSON Graduate Druggist Successor to alien de Wilson. • • •w e iiiv,•s,4PifrirwiksArsAk a, Vella NOTES.—A number of our villagers attended the garden party at Me John Beacom's, and report it a grand sur--. cess. Mre John Reid left on Thurs- day for gpokane Falls to visit her daughter, Mrs Morrison; we wish her a safe and pleasant journey. Mr W. Beatty, of Ethel, spent Sunday at his home. On Sunday next Rev. J. T. Kerrin, the pastor of Mitchell Episco- pal church, will preach a special ser- mon to the Orangemen of this vicini- ty in St. John's church at 0.30 p.m. Our piccolo band has been engaged by Orangemen to play for them on Tues- day next at Hensall; they will appear in new band uniform. Gorrite DEATH OF A PROMISING YOUNG MAN.—George W. Perkins, jeweller. son of Henry Perkins, postmaster of Gorrie, died of lung trouble at his father's residence on July 5th, in his 30th year. Deceased was a citizen of Toronto for the past 13 years. Holmesville CHURCH.—Rev Mr McG'rire arrived here on Thursday and on Sunday he occupied the pulpit here. In the morning he gave a good practical talk, and in the evening preached a splendid sermon. We know we will like our pastor and extend a hearty welcome to him and his family. FAST CUTTING.—Mr Osbaldeston did some pretty quick work with his mow- er the other day for Chas. Gravell. The team, which was Mr Gravell's, be- • carne frightened at the unaccustomed rattle and becoming unmanageable, ran around the Held, then turning sharply to the left, threw Mr Osbaldes- ton off, giving him a pretty severe shaking, but so far we have not heard of anything serious. Lew Gravell narrowly escaped injury in his endea- vor to catch the team; he got on the knife side of the machine, but, fortun- ately managed to clear himself,_ .Mow- er, harness, &c., badly broken. NOTES.—Misses P. Gravell and A. Badour took in the Sarnia excursion last week. Mr L. Gravell spent the 1st in St. Joseph. Messrs P. P. Potter, Will and John Potter and Miss Holds- worth, and Mr and Mrs Ezra Pickard were in attendance at t he wedding of Miss Gliddon, at Leeburn, Wednesday. Messrs` Houston & Osbald.eston are busy getting their stock of lumber out from the Klondike; the 80. acres they bought of Mr Schwanz hal, turn- ed out well, and, judging from the amount of stuff that has come out, they must have made considerable by this investment; they have not decided where they will locate their mill this summer. Mr C. L. Fisher is spending his holidays at home, as are also T. R. Courtice and Chas. Tebbutt. Mr John Cantelon, who has been laid riff work for a month, owing to sickness, was able to resume work again the first of the week. Ashfield SERIOUS ACCIDENT. — A couple of rather serious accidents happened on the 7th con. of Ashfield, on Tuesday, whereby two well-known residents, who reside close to each other, will be laid up for some time, even if nothing else should be the result. While Thos. Blake was loading hay he fell off by an unexpected jolt of the waggon, and broke his collar bone. The second ac- cident was of a much, worse character; T. Murphy had been using his mower and got down behind the machine to flxsomething, when the horses started to back and before they were stopped, keeping hirn beneath it in such a way that it was impossible for him to call out for help; he was discovered in this condition a few minutes later, suffer- ing intensely from a collar bode so badly fractured that it protruded from his breast. while he had other internal injuries; he has been under the con- stant care of two doctors since, w'ho hope to pull him through all right. The Essex County farmers have been notified that it is a violation of the law to put paris green on potatoes while they are in bloom, as the poison is fatal to,beee and injurious to the potatoes. A Modern Mira Miracle Washing compound Adapted to the finest and coarsest Fabrics. Your washing done while you rest, A boom to womanhood. No need to soak over night. Washday robbed of all itt§ terroce. No steam ! No labor! 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