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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton New Era, 1897-04-09, Page 1It is only a. auestion of Time When the `dirt and dust that ll, your watch pocket will k its way into your Chu° ece, and seriously affect its ac- curacy. The injury this dirt causes can be more easily reme- died if you will only not allow your watch to run indefinitely without cleaning. Once every co -ole of years at the most you w� t1A have it examined, and cessary. a. e a specialty of Ji cleaning and watch re- . nixing. I do it myself, and guarantee every job for one year. We want your repairs. P. B, Crews Jeweler & Expert Watch Repairer t win gharn. THE STAR Or HOPE.—Wingharn is of going to celebrate the 24th ,.this - ear (although she might do so) but ur brave firemen are going to contest or new honor and glory among the rave in Chesley the coming gala day. ways victors and this year means contemplating a tune. Ors Lawrence moved this week into theiouse she formerly opcu- IIied for five yeitrs; while Mr W. Scott of the Dominion \ Bakery, has moved` into the house val tted by Mrs Law- rence; Miss May Scott, his sister. will keep house for Will. until • such time when he will need her valuable services no longer, but I guess that time Will be An the far future. WHO WAS FOOLED.—"Skin" tried to fool one,of our veterinaries the 1st of April. but, alas! the tide turned and we think that "Skin" was the one 'fooled. Listen while I tell you but say nothing about it as they might get mad! Well, down to the office went"Skin" and•told Mc-- to come sup immediately to the stables as one of the horses was sick. To the stables the veterinary.repaired, found he was hoaxed, and immediately made out the following account: "Call to sick .horse, $1, which he swears will have to ibe paid. I SMILE AS I WRITE.—You gave Clinton quite a breeze in your last is - suet Mr Editor, in speaking about the spring improvements, but wait until you see what Wingham has done, is noing, and is going to do this spring. see, Mr W. Holmes has built n addition to his barn, the Orange- men have greatly improved the exter- iorand interior of their hall; Pest Master is greatly enlarging and improving the postoflice; Mr Young and his enterprising partner, are hav- idg their large establishment greatly renovated, making it look like new, while W. J. Robins is going to build a two-story brick cottage on the rear end of his extensive property; 'then comes the new flax mill, the new wool- len.mill, the•new—oh roe, but. I- must stay my pen, or I would fill a column concerning the wonderful doings of this progressive town. COMMENTS.—Mr and Mrs John Fos- ter, of Clinton'were in Wingham en Saturdaylast to attend the funeral of the late Mr Dickson, Mrs Foster's fath- er; the above are highly respected in Wingham, and his family have many sympathizers in this their bereave- ment. Great big strings of fish are , coming into town daily, demonstrat- ing that war is again waged against the finny tribes of the deep. Millinery openings (we-includedrygoods as well) were this year the finest Wingham ever saw. On Saturday next those Wingham boys who have been board- ing in Kingston for he past twelve months, over the Field scrape, are ex- pected to return to Wingham and their families; whether right or wrong a general feeling of pleasure exists throughout the town, anticipating their speedy return. Concer ning the flax industry, how will the extra ex - .ort duty affect the above; in our opin- ion itshould act as a stimulus to great- er effort, rather than damping the as- pirations of those already interested therein; why no utilize the entire fibre not only in make twine with the ex- terior, but manufacture, right here in Wingham, the interior into cloth, and by so doing•we will he helping along a good home industry, and also testify to Master McKinley that we Canadians live without the Stars and Stripes and that we are able to plough cur own green pastures and clothe, feed and board ourselves, directly Eomorurinwn productions. Say. month or two's time Hymen's tannery building will be vacated; h'bw would it be should the flax mill shareholders utilize the same for the nianufacttre of flax, a good engine right there, and with the necessary additional fixtures the mill is complete. t hey are ey are b reverse of fo MovING.— ROBERT HOLMES, Editor and Proprietor. erg CLINTON, ONT.,. APRIL 9 1897 A.- (TT T) THE HTJB. What wide-awake and reliable correspondents find worthy of recording for publication. Summerhill Hull ett ROYAL ARCH.—Quite a number from FARM RENTED.— Mr S. Cade has here attended a Royal Arch meeting rented the adjoining farm of 75 acres at Londesboro on Thursday evening from Mrs Lamont for the terra of one Moffatt, f Mmaeny friends of r the W. inst. Eight . candidates were year. Stanley,will regret Jaw, learn of the f advanced. All present had a pleasent NOTES.—Mrs J. Tamblyn, sr., still and profitable time. continues very poorly.—Mr Johnstone i death of his wife, in the Winnipeg SCHOOL.—The standing of the school has been a guest at the residence of Hospital, while undergoing a surgical for March is as follows:—Sr. 4th class MrGeo. Knox. Mr H. Moore has aper silos there. • 4th i s—hy, F. Oakes, Jno. Mali;,0. Hill; abouteW40 e are sorrres y tn o learn that Mr cahis season al- rvd.ine,sand Revlex. Mr Carpbell, of Kin riere, ere, Grand 4th clans—M. E. Kitty, J. Mair, O. • Geo Westcott is not much better. Bend, are visitinginStanley this week. Mr Hugh McNaughton spent Saturday and Sunday with friends in Stanley. Master Geo. McLellan was also on the 2nd last week. Stanley LEFT FOR RAINY RIVER.—Mr Dan. Campbell and Mr John , Baird left on Wednesday last for Rainy Rivet Dis- trict, where they intend to walk for some time. 3rd class— I. Merrill, L. Butt, L. ston; 2nd class—O. Colbourn, G. Hill, M. Garvie; Part II—R. J. Kitty, A. Beacom, P. Wright; Part I—L. Butt, I. Colbourn • SCHOOL REPORT.—Following is the standing of the pupils of S. S. No. 4, for March:—Sr. 4—Bruce Medd, Edith Stewart. Jr. 4—Cbr•istena Livermore, CHURLS.—The Sunday Schncl of St. Effie Hunter, Thomas Reid. Sr. 3— Peterschurch was openedfortheseasun i Charlie Stewart, Sarah Reid, James on Sunday last, the 4th inst., with an Medd. Jr. 3—Bell Farnham-, Wilson efficient and enthusiastic staff of offl- Sundercock, John Ferguson. 2nd— cers. There will be a social at Mrs Maggie Reid, Rosy Lyon, George Mc- Brigham's on the 21st inst., comrnenc- ing at 7.30 p.m. The proceeds to be used in buying a new library. Admis- sion 10 and 5c. It should be well pat- ronized_ A good timeis expected. NOTES.—Rev. Wm. Stout conducted divine service here on Sunday evening last, after a severe illness .of several weeks. We are pleased to see the gen- tleman again restored to health. The Christian Endeavor is a success and is well attended. There is room for more. L. O. L. No. 928 held its regu- lar meeting on Monday evening to 5th inst. There was one application for membership. s • Benmiller MOVING.—Mr Abraham Fisher has moved to his farm lately vacated by Mr Hunter. Mr Thos. Hornby has moved to the Maitlaud concession, where jIe is going to work this sum- mer. SICE.—Mrs A. Walters, who has been very ill for some time past, is, we are pleased to say, improving slightly. We are pleased to lie able to tell of the recovery of our pastor, Mr Olivant, who, on Sunday, took his appoint- ments at Bethel and Zion, ACCIDENT.—While choppingwood, on Tuesday of last week, Mr john Mc - ()tarty had the misfortune to cut his foot. The axe entered near the top of the little toe and went back towards the heel, cutting a terrible gash. It required eleven stitches to sew the wound together, but we are glad to say Mr McClarty is improving as well as can be expected. LEAGUE NoTEs.—Pres. Mr A. Allis is ill, though not serious, we are pleas- ed to say. On account of his absence last week, Mr S. Schwantz led the meeting; it being Consecration meet- ing the roll was called, and the majori- ty of the mernbers were present and responded- The topic, Missions, was taken by Miss A. Ferguson, and was well rendered; the monthly payment for missions was also taken. This week the topic will be "The sluggard's vine- s whit given Vittie. Pt. II—May Stewart, Rosy Livermore, John Frirservice. Tablet —Douglas Rogerson, Wesley Farqu- har, Tommy Adams.—Ii.J.TURNBULL, Teacher. SENIOR DEPARTMENT.—The follow- ing is the Honor Roll for the month of March for S. S. No. 8, Hullett—Public School leaviug, Olvetta Brigham; En- trance, Alice Lawrence, Earnest Ad- ams, Minnie Lyon; Fourth class—Char- lie Ouimette, Alice Hunking, Alfie Bell; Senior 3rd—Alvin Braithwaite, Wesley Crawford, James Browu; Jun- ior 3rd—Lila Cole, Ina Andrews. Av- erage attendance, 30. H. E. PRAM, teacher. JUNIOR DEPARTMENT.—Junior 3ra— Karl Wilken, Rosa. Cole, Lila Brown; Sr. 2nd—H. Bell, E. Lawson, E. Lee. Junior 2nd—Howard Brunsdon, Harry Riley, Eleanor Maines; Part II, Senior —Myrtle Phillips, Etta Lyon, Eppie Haggitt; Part II, Junior—Roda Bell, Susie Brown, Maud Lyon, Maude Cole; Pali I, Senior—Willie Bell. Robbie Crawford; Par t I, Junior—Eddie Stev- enson, Robbie Lawson, Bella Cole. Average attendance 32.f Miss 3. G. KIRK, Teacher. EXAMINATION.—The following is the result of the Promotion Examination held in S. S. No. 8, Hullett, on March 25th and 26th;—From part II to Junior II—Eppie Haggitt, Pearl Andrews, Myrtle Phillips, Etta Lyon; From Sen- ior II to Junior III—Harry Bell, Ernest Lawson, Everard Lee, Ida Wilken; From jr.to sr.room Fra—K. W ilken,R.Cole rc m Junior III to Senior III—Ina Andrews, Lila Cole, Gertie-Cole; From Senior III to Junior IV—Alvin Braith- waite, James Brown, Wesley Craw- ford; From Junior 1V to Senior IV— Charlie Ouimette, Robert Snell. • H. E. PLIAIR, Principal. SCHOOL REPORT.—Following is the report of S. S. No. 3, Stanley, for Marsh, the names in order of merit;— 5th—Rachel Reid and Jonathon Pecic Sr. 4—Albina Richardson, Josie Rich- ardson, Oliver Mcllveen. Jr, 4—Stella Rathwell, Eva Reid. Sr. 3—Laura Richardson, Ida Reid, Gertie Nichol- son. Jr. 3—Jas. Sanderson, Mabel Nicholson. Sr. 2—Edith Rathwell, Emma Peck, Willie Clark. Jr. 2— Geo. Reid, Lily Peck, Perry Tippet. Sr. Pt. II—Sam. Bates, Maggie Clark. Jr. Pt. II—Lundy Mcllveen, Charlie Rathwell, Mamie Reid. Sr. Pt.. I— Lottie Peck. Jr. Pt. I—Alfie Peck. Goderich Township • VISITORS.—Mr Lester Scott and wife, of Clinton, Sundayed with their old acquaintances around Zion. Miss Flo h is to be by Mr W. Gledhill and Miss Emma Jewel, of Allis and Miss J. Blake. The topic on Benmiller, spent Saturday and Son atn.fe,r next week is "The day last visiting frienas on the Huron Road. adder and the cup," to be taken by seven of the members, three minutes each. NOTES.—Mr and Mrs 3. J. Moore, of Goderich, visited the parents of the latter on Sunday. Rev. Mr Becker has daring the past week been holding protracted meetings at his church here. A. few of the farmers have started to plow in this vicinity. Mr Robt. Young, of Saltford, filled Benmiller pulpit on Sunday morning, and delivered an able address from Rev. 4, 10. "Be thou faithful until •deat.h and I will give thee a crown of life." Mr A. Million took Rev. E. Olivant's; appointment at Ball's on Sunday evening. Mr Peter Fisher had a bee on Tuesday afternoon for the raising of a drive -shed. Seafo:th. FIRE.—On Sunday morning fire, wa- ter and smoke badly damaged the con- tents of C. W. Papst's stationery and jewellery store and the Bell Telephone Exchange, of which Mr Papst was agent. -Che alarm sounded at 7 a. in., but the fire, which had evidently start- ed in the rear of the building, had done considerable damage before it was dis- vered. J. L. Smith's dry goods stock was also damaged by water. ding and stock was. insured 's Phoenix of Hartford and ion. Origin of fire un- orter's Hill. 8. ---Mr S. McPhail purchased ctlonald- farm for the sum of land sells high around Porter's ItI.r and Mrs E. 0. Potter are g a few days in Kippen. Mises Ivison was visiting her par - et. i .Lst week. Mr S. McPhail spent Sunday at Ki pen. Mrs Cox has re- turned horse from Gotterieh,: her mo- ther is some better. Mr Abner John- son spent Sunday at his father's near Varna, Mr David Prollse is this week moving from the lst On. to the Huron road near Goderich. Colborne $1 a year in advance 161.60 when not so paid East Wawanosh. NOTES.—W. P. Hallahan, the cham- pion r unser of the township, is now practising hurdle racing; he can easily clear a six rail fence, and will doubt- less he successful at the games this jubilee year. W. Walsh is .at John Coultes for the summer. Thos. Foth- ergill has commenced a five month term with Walter Nicol. Mrs S. Fell continues very low. Plowing is quite general this week. Or LITTLE ACCOUNT.—At new years attention was called to the fact that the qualification of one of the council- lors was of a doubtful character, owing to an account he had against the town- ship, but he took his declaration and it was supposed he would waive his claim. In the report of the last coun- cil meeting we see that he was voted and was paid his account. [The objection is simply a technical one at beet, and could easily have been avoided by the councillor if he had been so disposed, for all he had to do was to assign this particular claim to some one else and it wrtuld have been pard; instead of doing this he evidently pur- sued the more manly course of allow- ing the account to go through in his own name; the intent of the law is to prevent gross irregularities, but where such do not prevail it is never expect- ed that the strict letter of the law shall invariably be observed.—En. ERA.] OBITUARY.—The few scattered pio- neers of this once famous "Huron Tract" still continue to fall here and there to the relentless reaper Death. On Sabbath last there passed away in peace and in a good old age one of then first settlers of the Township of Stan- ley, at Grand Bend,- in the Township of Stephen. The deceased, Mr Donald Campbell, was a native of Mornish, in the parish of Killin, Perthshire, Scot- land, where he was born in the year 1810, and consequently at the time of his death he was 87 years of age. He emigrated to this country in the year 1841, having previously married Miss Christina McGregor, also a native c f Perthshire. He came to Drummond Township, County of Lanark, where he remained two years, and then mov- ed west to the "Huron Tract," which was then attracting the attention of settlers. He took up lot 29, con. 3 of the Township of Stanley frotn the Ca- nada Company. Here he remained un- til 1877, having a well -cleared and fer- tile lot, and being in very comfortable circumstances. During a considerable part or this time he continued to work at his trade—weaving. As home-made cloth was in good demand in the early days of the settlement, weaving was a fairly good business. In 1877 he re- moved to Bayfield, having disposed of his farm to his son Alexander. Here he lived until the death of his beloved wife in 1886. Since that time he made his home with his daughter, the wife of Rev Mr Carriere, of Grand Bend. About a week ago his uniform good health and appetite gave away. and without any pain or disease he quickly passed away on the 4th inst. Deceased was a quiet and inoffensive man,steady and industrious, and well liked by a large -circle of -friends• •and - acquaint- ances. He was a member of the Pres- byterian church, and a Reformer in politics. Out of a family of ten chil- dren, -six boys and four girls, four sons and two daughters are still living; Al- exander, in Kincardine Township; Col- in and Malcolm in Winnipeg; Donald, in British Columbia. His daughters are Mrs Robt. Yuili, in Manitoba, and Mrs Corriere, at Grand Bend. A visit to Scotland in 1851, and two or three visits to Manitoba werethe onlybreaks in the quiet and even tenor ofhislife. The remains were conveyed from Grand Bend to Clinton cemetery, where they were interred beside the remains of his wife. A large number of his old neighbors from Stanley join- ed the funeral procession to pay their last respects to an old and respected neighbor and friend, Fis-I.—The fishing season has at last arrived, and a great number of the far- mers are availing themselves of the op• portunity of getting fresh fish cheap. The finny creatures are being bagged by the hundreds at the Maitland Falls, and sell for a cent apiece. NOTE$.—Many of the farmers began plowing last week, but not much seed- ing bas been done yet. Fall wheat is looking fine, and has apparently stood the winter well. Those farmers who are changing places this year are mak- ing preparations for remov'kl.' HIRED LABOR.—Mr R: Thompson has engaged Mr M. Kennedy to work with hint during '.he summer, while Mr A. Tebbutt, who is managing the farm for Miss Jack, has hired his brother Lou. We congratulate these MARRIAGE.—The following is taken farmers on securing the services of the from the Arnprior Watchman, and re- ►able men they have chosen, and feel fere to a former Colborne boy, the sure that these hired men will look youngest son of Mr Alex. Young, Sr: well after the interests of the farm. "A quiet marriage service took place en Tuesday last: at the residence of CUARIVARL—The old time charivari Wm. Russel, Esq., of this town, when was again renewed on the 4th con. this ,his daughter, Miss Jean McGowan Rus- week, when a number of the youths, sel, B. A., a graduate of Queen's Uni- after gathering up all the old pots, versity, was united to the Rev. Colin kettles, pans, muskets, etc., repaired Young, also a graduate of Queen's. to a private dwelling, and kept up a Rev. D. J. McLean, assisted by Dr. d the Campbell, performed the marriage ser- vice. The groom was accompanied by his young friend, Mr Wallace, Divinity Student of Renfrew, and the bride by her sister Margaret. Among other val- uable presentations was one from the Sabbath School of St. Andrew's church and another from Mrs Young's own class in token of her long and efficient services in the Sabbath School. The married couple left in the afternoon by the U. P. R. for their future home at Russeltown, Que. Mr Young's in- duction as pastor of the Presbyterian Church at Russeltown and Covey Hill, a Station of his charge. took place on Wednesdty. Mr and Mrs Young have the best wishes of this community for their success and happiness. constant hub huburine greater part of the evening. We doubt if the i Godertch, renewed old acquaintances inmates enjoyed their balmy restores- inof this sipart recently. ecentl was visitors S. Stokes, tive that night, and think it is about ledgeS's naone day recently. Mrs John Rut - time to end these ancient evening en ' Hictdinghottom and family took their joyments. (departure on March 25th for their fu- I-IoRSE No•rE$. There has been a . ture home in Uncle Sam's domain. great boom in horse flesh this week. I Herbert J. Thompson is home from r Ezra Pickard has disposed of his Detroit on an extended visit. Miss M. heavy team. Wm. Pickard sold a Rose is home from Goderich on ac - team to Mr Sperling; P. J. Evans sold count of her mother's illness. Miss E. a horse to S. Merrill; C. Wallis one to Scrimgeour is home from visiting Whitechurch ft fends. Miss Robinson, of St. Augustine, visited her sister, Mrs J. Mills, last week. John Owens, late of Rossland, B. C., attended the funeral of his uncle in Dungannon last week. Plowing and other spring oper- ations are in progress at present. Sev- eral pigs were delivered at Blyth and Goderich last week; horses were also sold at Blyth fair last Tuesday. Goderich. ON THE MOVE.—The advent of the new firm created a sensation arnung our dry -goods merchants, and the millinery stores are also brightening up. Of course every store in town has the hest in every line, and are trying to tell the. people of Goderich this by newspaper and hand bill advertising. HE Is GOOD,—G. H. Schoof, former- ly a Seargeant-Major in one of the crack South African regiments, lectur- ed in North St. Methodist Church on Monday and in Victoria St. Church on Tuesday. He had a large collection of weapons, skins, ivory, ete.. in addition to a plenteous store of stories of interest. ANNUAL AT 'HOME.—On Friday, Ap- ril 30th, the Collegiate holds its annual At Horne in the school, Ex -pupils of two years standingand parents of scholars ale invited, besides which each scholar has the privilege to invite one friend. In the past the assembly been a great success and this year will probably he up to the previous. AIilburlr. ACCIDENT.—Mr S.'Lautenslayer had an accident last Sunday. While coin- ing down a big hill his horse shied, upsetting him and his little daughter into a crud hole; no serious damage was done. DEATHS.—Mr John Hunking died on Sunday about 11 a.m.; he was buried Tuesday on the 13th con. of Hullett by the Foresters, of which body he was a member. Mrs Davidson died on Sun- day night, about 11 p.m.; her remains were interred in Ball's cemetery on Wednesday. PROPERTY CHANGES.—Mr Cash Cul - lis has leased his farm to Mr J.L. Eidt. Mr Alfred Askwith has purchased the property. adjoining him from Captain Sheppard, of Goderich, for the sum of 5225. Mr John Johnson has rented his farm to John Fluker for a 'term of five years. - CHURCH NOTES.—Rev. Mr Hender- son preached in the Presbyterian church on Sahhath morning, taking his text from Isaiah 30, 18. Rev. Mr Higley preached in St, Mark's church Sunday evening, taking his text from Exodus 3, 7. Rev. Mr Couzens preach- ed Sunday evening from Zechariah 9, 9. The Epworth League have decided to have a social. Rev. Mr Godwin, of Goderich, is to give a lect+lre on April 20th. Mr Howson, of Chicago, visited the Epworth League Tuesday night; he gave us it grand address. West Watianosh CHURCH.—Rev, Mr Hall, of Ashfield circuit, preached an eloquent and practical sermon in Ebenezer last Sun- day. Sabbath School was re -opened for the summer on Sunday last with a very good attendance. The young people are beginning to take quite an interest in League work, - PERSONAL. - Patrick Nugent, of NOTES.—Mr Wm. Symington is go- ing to work Miss B. Scott's farm this year. Miss Edith Turtler, of Goderich, was the guest of Miss Rosy Younghlut on Sunday. Miss Letty Whitney Sun- dayed under the parental roof. Miss 15e]lia Politick `is visiting at home at present. Miss Young, of Londesboro, was the guest of Miss Bertha Wilson On Sunday. Mr Jas. Carter is on the sick list. Mr John Mote is making the feathers fly again Master Ed. Helwig has purchased a wheel from McGeorge Densted, Blyth; Master John Grave- ston p cased one from Messrs Clark & Askwith, Mr Cash Cullis moved into Mr Wm. McDonald's house. Mr Thos. Anderson returned from the Soo last week; lumbering seemed to agree with him, he intends to move there sometime in the near future. Mr John Schultz has engaged with John Fluke for the summer. Mr John Johnson left for Manitoba last Tuesday. Mr C. Cullis purchased a fine driver from H. Sturdy. Miss Jane Tabb has engaged with Mrs A- T. -McDonald for the sum- mer. Mr Marlett has engaged with Mr John Symington for the.summer. SICKNESS.—Many around town are laid up with meazles and la grippe while scarletina and inflammatory rheumatism are' also ori the scene. The chaugeahle weather the past two or three weeks has, no doubt, much to do with i he large uuniber of cases, and now that the fine weather has come, we expect to soon see many of the sick around again. PERSONAL.—Miss Marion Sheppard of Trinity College, is home on a visit. Edgerton Armstrong, of Victoria Col- lege, Toronto was home last week. Fred and Bert Ross, of Sarnia, have oppened a barber shop next to the Star oi'ice. Percy Sheppard has returned to Toronto. Fred Moor left last week for the western states. Geo. Black, who was selling for Pridham and Mc- cormick in Wingham, has returned to town. BIG} TRADE.—During the past month several carloads of agricultural imple- ments have arrived at the G. T. R. de- pot consigned to agents Laing, Brown and Knox. Several hundred machines —hinders, mowers, drills, cultivators, etc,— nave been received and are now beim distributed among the fanners in this vicinity. J. P. Brown moved in from Auburn some time ago and has opened a large implement storehouse on Hamilton street. Mr Brown has been in this line for some seven or eight years and has worked up an enor- mous trade. Already over three full cars have been shipped to this point, besides the machines unloaded at Lucknow, Blyth, Clinton and Londes- hom. On Friday of last week, Agent Laing, agent for the Frost & Wood Co., Smith's Falls,;had the first parade of implements. The band was in front of some 45 or 50 teams drawing the im- plements which he has received from the factory up to that date. Tuckersmith. STOCK SOLD.—Elcoat Bros., who are well known as breeders of choice thoro- bred stock,have recently sold tWo ver fine Durham bull calves; one to Mr J. Dorrance, of McKillop' the other to Mr Thos. O'Hearn, McKillop, both at good figures. COUNCIL. -=At a special meeting of the township council, held at Kyle's hotel on April 1st, Mr R. B. McLean, of Kiptlen, was appointed as an arbi- trator in accordance with Section 43, Sub. Section of the Public Schools Act of 1896, and in response to a peti- tion praying for a dissolution of the union at present existing between S. S. No. 10 Hay and No. 7 Tucker - smith, by reason of and through the incorporation of parts of the said school sections into the village of Hensall.—A. G. SMILLIE, Clerk. Compare the amount of home news given every week in this paper with that given by any other paper in the County. W. Marquis; Jos. Holmes one to John Trewartha; T. C. Pickard one to his son, Ezra. Mr Rutledge one four-year old, which tipped the beam at 1155 lhs., to John Jervis. RESOLUTION OF SYMPATHY.— The following resolution was passed by the l3enmiller Lodge of the S.O.E. re- cently and forwarded to H. O. Walters of the Maitland con:—Dear Sir and Tiro.,—We have been instructed by Lodge Barnstaple, No. 224, to write you expressing the deep s mpathy they feel for you in the sad loss you have sustained in the death of your mother, whom God,in his,allwise prov- idence, has seen fit to take away from a world of sorrow and sin to himself. Mr you be enabled to look to God in thi very trying hour and find in him a balm for every grief. These things remind us that death is ever on our tra^k, showing us the necessity of al- ways; being ready, for it is appointed unto man once to die. But you have this consolation, she cannot come to you but you may go to her in the realms of bliss where parting is never known. We have written this letter in accordance with the resolution of the Lodge, expressing the sincere sym- pathy they have for you anal yourftlm- ily. Kindly accept this on behalf of the Lodge, yours fraternally, it. H. Mt;w Com. WM. FISHER Leeburn. VISITORS.—•Miss Nuckle, of Goderich, visited Miss McNevin last week. Miss R. Cook visited Holmesville friends last week. Mr Geo, Cook paid our burg a flying visit on Sunday. NoTEs.•-'-Jno. Hunter,who purchased D. Sullivan's farm thisear, has now taken possession of it. Jyas, Chisholm will have stone -work put under his barn at the Lake Farm during fhe coming summer, and Mr J. Mosier's barn is expected to be raised, and stone- work put under it. Mr Jas. Chisholm has engaged Mr Will Hackett, Shop. pardton, to work for him; Daniel Mc- Leod has been engaged by Mr Richard- son. Spring work is now before us, and the season of "not much to do" 19 over, and the fRtrme'r's household must be early risers now, for four or five months, as all will soon start the year's work with tree peening, seeding, ploughing, etc. MASTER-MEEIIANICS EXTRAORDINARY. Is a 'f pound of soap made from Palm Oil, Carbolic Acid, Canada Balsam, Fuller's Earth and kine Tar—cleansing, healieg, soothing, disinfecting. No scall better, for anybody; none so good for mepheat- ios and workingmen. We's cake, 3 for 25o. Pine Tar Soap 6a a oake. BUTTERMILK Witch Hazel and Glycerine is a nicely perfumed toilet seine, good size, 3 in a box and only loo a box. OLIVE OIL CASTILE Cut from original bar in 6 and 10 cent cakes, or Shell Brand Pure Castile. 8 five cent cakes for 25o, or 4 ten Dent ones for a quarter. We have dozens of otheagood soaps r and we ask your trade for this line of goods because we want it. We know we can satisfy yon because we give good assortment and good value. Inspection invited. ALLEN & WILSON - i Graduate Druggists & Opticians, Clinton. Londesboro NOTES.--• On Monday evening the Rev. Joseph Edge, Goderich, will lec- ture in the Methodist Church on "Men for the Times." Mrs R. Adams was vis itis friends at Seaforth from Friday to Monday last. W. L. Ouimette has purchased a fine looking horse. The Forresters attended the funeral of Mr John Hunkin at Auburn on Tuesday last. Mr Robert Howson frotn Chica- go, arrived here on Tuesday; he was called here at present by the death of his brother-in-law, Mr John Hunkin. It is talked freely that there has or will soon be a few changes LI the property • owners in the village. We are always glad to welcome any new comers. Crip seems to be losing its grip and all are glad. Mrs Jeffry and Mr Bowcock are mending slowly. Mr E. Walker has come out of his winter quarters. have not seen any Bikes running here yet. J. Weymouth went to Bruce- fleld on Tuesday. J. Granger was in Clandeboye one day last week. W. L. Ouimette has received a car of sugar direct from the Montreal refinery. Brunsdon & Sons received another car of implements this week. Canadian Express have reduced their charges on Money Orders, thus affording a safe' and convenient way of transmitting money through the mail. Thos. Mil- er lost a cow this week, chiefly of old age. Wm. Granger & Son disposed of another bull this week to go to Luck - now, Rumor says there will be lots of weddings soon. HUSTLERS. —The (.litizens Commit- tee have been voted $100.hy the town council to be used in advertising "the healthiestiand prettiest town in Cana- da." Last season the committee in- duced many of the leading business men to have a list of the attractions and prominent features of our town. printed on theirbiasiriass papers, and it is probable that the same will be done this season. Already the com- mittee have received a number of communications inquiring about the hotel and summer visitor` accommoda- tion to be had here. Any of our resi- dents who intend to rent their houses or board the visitors are requested to hand in a statement of their intentions at once. A short time ago the ener- getic committee advertised in the dail- ies for a line of good steamers to run from Windsor, Detroit, and Sarnia to this port. Several companies have al- ready had their representatives in town and the outcome of it will probably be the benefit of a fine line of steamers, capable of giving satisfaction to all parties. Bayfield. NOTES.—Messrs J. Erwin and 3. Ferguson left for Cleveland •Tuesday morning. Me A. Mitchell, who was visiting at his home near London. has returned, Mr McGee began running the stage on Monday morning last. Some sneak -thief entered the store. of Mr T. Kin last Sunday morning, and took ont about a dozen cans of salmon. Mr T. Cameron was at Zurich on Sat- urday. CHtrRcx.—Rev Jos. Eage, Goderich, will deliver his popular lecture "Take Back What You Borrow" in the Meth- odist church on Thursday evening, the 15th inst.; silver collection at the door. Next Sunday evening till Epworth League anniversary will he held in the Methodist church: a special musical program is hying prepared by the Jun- ior Epwor th League choir. AdCIDENT.—Mr W. Rathby, one of the hands of the sawmill, was severely injured last week. He was throwing rolers up above him, and when he was stooping over to pick up another, one slipped down, striking him on the head, and inflicting a severe wound; we are glad to report that he is im- proving as well as can be expected. COUNCIL,—Council met on Monday evening in the town hall, persuant to adjournment. Members all present; the Reeve in the chair. Minutes of last meeting were read and signed. It :was moved and seconded that Charles Tippett, collector, be paid his salary for 1896, $20, Carried; that this. Council meet together for the purpose of view- ing work on roads that is required to be done at oncb, to meet first Thursday at 7.30 a. m. sharp, at Erwin's shop, Carried; that Robt. Rowatt have the weigh scales for the balance of 1897, on the same conditions as last year, from March 16th last, Carried; that this Council prohibits Rev F. Ryan from erecting or building a hat•b wire fence on lots 170 and 171 Main street, and that the Clerk notify said Rev F. Ryan to that effect, Carried. Council ad- journed to meet again on Monday, May 8r6, at 8 p. m.—H. W. ERWIN,. Clerk. Blyth NEW INDUSTRY.—Mr W. H. McIl- roy, our well known cooper, is em- barking into a new industry, and one for which there seems to be a good opening. He is going to manufacture, cheese boxes. Mr Mcllroy has estab- lished a reputation for good reliable work, and in this new branch will no doubt do well. CHURCH, --The morning service in the Methodist Church last Sunday was condo:ted by R. Holmes, and the evening by the pastor. This is the first work that Rev. Mr Rigsby has undertaken since his illness, and his many friends were exceedingly Riad to see him 'lack and able to officiate. Sahhath School anniversary will be held in this church on Sunday morn- ing next, with an entertainment on Monday evening, NOTES,—Miss Gray, a popular mem- ber of our teaching staff, spent Sunday at her home in Seaforth; so did our Lawyer, Archie Dickson; there's no significance in the fact that both went together, but then strange things hap- pen in this worlds The peoirle ' here are in hopes that the old school buVd- ing can be utilized for some form ef manufacturing, but just what it cats\ be converted into is not known. How HE ESCAPED.—A Toronto man from Belleville gives a circumstantial account of the escape of the prisoner Farrell (who was being sent down from Goderich) who jumped from the train between Colborne and Brighton when on his way to Kingston Penitentiary; "The prisoner and the officer sat just in front of me, occupying a double seat. Farrell was a very talkative fellow, who forced a conversation with a pas- senger across the aisle one seat behind, which made it necessary for Farrell to lean over the seat all the whije as well as face the doc r, about threeseatsaway. He had been talking all the way down from Toronto, always to someone be- hind,, so that the officer in charge paid no attention to his leaning over the seat, an9 kept on reading a very inter- esting sporting paper. I had just closed a book I Algae reading when the prisoner swung himself out of the seat, and with three 'Johnny Dougan' jumps landed at the door with a great whoop, which gave the alarm to the officer, who rushed out and grabbed the prisoner on the platform. Four or five passengers e�rs were out in an instant to aid the officer, while asmany more pulled the bell rope constantly for two or three minutes. But the bell did not ring nor did the air whistle cord work. so the enginier was una- ware that anything was going wrong. The struggle was a desperate one, for Farrell's arms were free, his legs only being shackled, which shackles, by the way, the officer loosened up for him at Toronto because of the `uncomfortable feeling.' After three or four minutes of 'pulling the priooaer managed to break away from his clothes, going head -first an the ground, and the offi- cer jumped after him. When we got to Brighton Horton, the other officer came out of the smok- er to see what it was all about. We backed up to pick up the men, but found only the officer who jumped. He was all used up, covered with blood, while on his forehead a lump the size of a large egg had already risen. Brucefield NOTES.—Rev. Mr Muir preached at Clinton on Sunday morning; Principal Houston of the Clinton Collegiate filled his position here, his subject being "Paul at Athens;" he gave a very able and vivid description of Athens. Messrs D. Campbell and J. Baird left here on Tuesday morning for the west; these young rnen will be greatly missed from our midst, as they were pleasant com- panions a,nd very industrious at their work. Our saw mill has been closed down owing to sortie breakage about the engine; however, it is at work - again. Mr D. Ross, of Clinton, is in visiting friends in this vicinity. The funeral of Mr Donald Campbell, of Grand Bend, passed up the 2nd con. of Stanley on Tuesday to Clinton cem- etery. Mr T. Simpson is at present very low; medical men say there is very little hope of his recovery. Seed- ing has begun in our neighborhood; Mr Murdoch being the first to sow the • seed. Our new tailor is doing good work; give him a trial. Mr J. Jamie- son has been laid up with a severe at- tack of la grippe for the past week. Mr James Moody acted in his official capacity as precentor on Sunday, to the satisfaction of all. The spring show will be held here on Friday, Ap- ril 16th; all should be on hand and assist in a good work. COLLAR BONE BROKEN.—On Tues- day while a student at the Collegiate Institute named McAllister was trying gymnastic exercises, he had the mis- fortune to fall and - break his collar bone. Champlain went Conservative, Wednes- day, by about 150 majority, It always was a Conservative seat. 1-� GROWING BUSINESS • Our business has increased to just about double what it was last year at this time. We take this as a sure sign that we have the geode that the people want, and that the prices snit the mass- es of the people. A special WORSTED SUITINGS at $16. A. J. HOLLOWAY, Clinton. ' cow