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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton New Era, 1897-04-30, Page 1Put a Watch kln t eBoy l LINT He will be a better boy; will be early to school, it will teach habits of punctuality. ROBERT HOLMES, Editor and Proprietor. CLINTON, .ONT., APRIL 30 1897 $1 a year in advance $1„50 when not so paid $2 a $2l we sell a fairly good watch.— 'With proper treatment it will last nearly years. We -call it the "Boy's Watch” because it seems to just about suit the average boy. Prices run up as high as $8 or sio P. B ; Crews Jeweler & Expert Watch Repairer Brucefield, A CHANGE.—Mr Jas. Coleman, who took charge of our cheese factory for two seasons past, is at present ill with sciatica, and unable to resume the work of cheese making this season, much to the regret of the patrons, as he proved himself a competent cheese maker - -The directors- advertisedeior a person to take his place, and received •a number of applications. NOTES.—School re -opened on Mon - .day, and the hard plodding teachers and students returned to their work. The cyclists are out in full force. Prof. -Cavanagh, late of Edinburgh, Scot- land, deaf mute, gave a gesticular per- formance in the sample room of the •Graham hotel on Monday night, which caused a little laughter, as a great •many bad never seen such gesticula- tions before. Gardening is the order of the day, and the password is "who will be done first." The new tariff seems to meet with general approval, although a few dissenting voices are heard. Stanley NOTES.—Miss E. Reid, who has a situation in London, is at present vis- iting under the parental roof. Misses S. and A. Kennedy spent their Easter vacation at their home, Goshen Line. Mr R. Pollock, cf Bayfield Road Pres- byterian church, has been appointed delegate to the General Assembly, to be held in Winnipeg in 'June. Mrs Laird, Clinton, spent Easter with friends on Bronson Line. We are •----- sorry to hear of the illness of Mr Jas. Armstrong of Bronson Line. Miss J. Campbell. teacher of S. S. No. 3, spent the Easter holidays at her home in Mc- Killop. Mr Murray Gibson has ob- tained a position in London. Messrs Geo. Beatty and T. Wylie are again on the road vrith groceries, etc. Mr Geo. Johnston, of the Goshen Line, has been making improvements to his property by planting shade trees from the house to the barn; he has every- thing now except the camel. The choir of the Bayfield Road Presbyter- ian church is rising, both in popularity and in position, and is ready for the next exaltation, "come up higher."— Miss Ella McEwen, of Clinton, was visiting in Stanley last week. Mr G. Holman and family were visiting at Mr Geo. Baird's last Saturday. Mr R. Baird has resumed school after an ab- sence of three weeks, on account of a sprained ankle. Mr Hugh Gilmour has also resumed work after his sprain. Porter's Hill. NOTES.—The I. 0. G. T. intend hav- ing an entertainment in the near fu- ture, which will likely take the -form of a basket social; further particulars later. Miss Edith Cox is in Goderich this week. Fred. Moore is in Strat- ford on business this week. Miss R. Cook was visiting in the neighborhood this week. Sucker fishing is the order of the day; a number from our neigh- borhood went to the Maitland Falls on Saturday, but there wits no room in the river for their nets. and they re- turned home empty-handed. ACCIDENT.—Mr Abner Johnson, our young blacksmith, had the misfortune to get struck in the eye with a piece of bot iron, which inflicted a nasty wound, and necessitated his going to a physician for treatment. In Buying Clothing t.,. fk ap e at so important for some pen- t. save money as to get (exactly what they want. Here they can, do both. Sring Suits are ready, Ready to put on. It's a collection worthy the attention of every man who wears good clothing and wants to save on his tailor's bills. len's Suits, $5 to $12. urnishin;s 66 flats ready too You've [a chance to win a free Bi- cycle here; see it in window. , T. Jackson, sr., Clinton Victoria Block, Established 1854. AROUND TETE }IUB. What wide-awake and reliable correspondents* find worthy of recording for publication. Leeburn. Benmiller NOTES.—Miss Annie Stewart is able to be out again, Mr Heddle and sons are kept busy catching suckers -to sup- ply the demand there is for them. Miss Lizzie Olivant bad a number of young ladies of the village at a quilt- ing bee on Friday last. Mr Stephen Butt had the misfortune to cut his hand while pruning; he had three stitches put in. House-cleaning is the order of the day now. Miss M. Ed- wards, of Goderich, spent Sunday with Mrs Charles Oke. Rev. E. Olivant oc- cupied the pulpit here on Sunday ev- ening and delivered an able address from Acts 2, 37 and 38. W1i3Dn1N(i,—Gn April 23rd there oc- curred a very pleasing event at the parsonage here, when Mr R. Moore Was united in marriage to Mrs Ruth Vanstone. LEAavE.—On account of the rain on Friday evening, there was so small an attendance that the topic was net given. We hope this Friday night to see a larger crowd out to hear the topic, "A soft answer." - St. 7telens. NOTES.—Rev S. M. -Whaley is attend- ing the Synod meeting at Paris this week. Mr W. Hiles, of Dungannon, has bought Mr Murray's stock, and started business this week; Mr Murray will stay on until Mr Hiles has master- ed the telegraphing. Mr Chas. Stew- art left last week for Dakota, where he purposes taking out a certificate and teaching school; Charlie will be greatly missed around here, but his many friends wish him success in his undertaking. Mr and Mrs Salkeld, of Goderich, were the guests of their daughter, Mts Miller, this week. Miss Bena Harris attended the meeting of the General Society of the W. F. M. S. at Hamilton last week; Miss Jennie Todd agecimpanied her. but had to re- turn home on Wednesday on account of the low condition of her grandmoth- er, Mrs McDonald. Mrs Murray was quite il! this week, having the doctor in attendance, but we hope soon to see her able to be around again, and the many other sick ones also in the com- munity. Miss Gordon, graduate of Hamilton City Hospital, returned home this week. Mr and Miss Mc- Whinney were visiting friends around Crewe last week, and purpose moving to Algoma very soon. Mrs D. McDon- ald, Wingham, visited her parents, Mr and Mas Todd, this week. DEATH OF A PIONEER.—Mr J. Em- erson was buried in St. Helens ceme- tery on Wednesday, 21st inst.; he was over 79 years of age, and was one of the early settlers of these parts; he was of a quiet and unassuming dispos- ition, and leaves two sons and two daughters to mourn his loss. ANOTHER DEATH,-yI)ne of the oldest and most respected r idents of this lo- cality, after less than a week's illness, passed away on Thursday evening, April 22nd, at the ripe age of 85 years. Mrs McDonald was born in Alvie, a parish in the district of Badenoch, In- verness Shire, Scotland, which she left in 1842, and came to Canada, re- siding in Hamilton until 1848, when she came with her brothers John and Duncan to West Wawanosh, being the most northerly settlers in the town- ship then. Mrs McDonald kept house until her brother John was married, and in 1850 became the wife of the late Donald McDonald, (wbu has prede- ceased her nine years.) There were only two of a family, beingMrs David Todd, who resides in St. elens, and Miss Janet, who lived with and cared for her mother up to the last. Mrs McDonald was of a quiet, kind and cheerful disposition, and was highly respected by her very numerous friends, who extend to the sorrowing daughters and relatives, deepest syrri- pathy in their bereavement. The re- mains were interred in Dungannon cemetery on Saturday afternoon, the pall -hearers tieing Messrs T. • Todd, Ramage, E. Durnin, Gordon, Murray and Clark. Summerhill SOCIAL.—There was quite an attend- ance at the social for the Sunday school, held at Mrs Bingharn's on Wednesday evening of last week, de- spite the unfavorable weather, and all present had a very pleasant time. VESTRY.—At the vestry meeting of St. Peter's church here, Messrs George Tyner and G. W. Hill were elected chuach wardens for the ensuing year. The church is in a 'prosperous condit- ioneconsidering the hard times. GENEROUS.—On Sat urday last the parishioners here presented their pas- tor, Rev Win. Stout. with a load of oats and potatoes, as a slight toker at their goodwill and appreciation of is ministrations in the parish. Exeter ATTEMPT TO BURGLARIZe A TAILOR SHor.—There was considerable excite- ment in town Saturday morning when it became known that robbers had been getting in their work during the night. An attempt was made tc burglarize Bert Knight's tailor shop by raising a window in the rear of the building, but for reasons best known to the would- be robbers the window was left up— kept in place by a knife blade stuck in the frame, and a large quantity of or- dered clothing made up ready for de- livery was left untouehed. Entrance, was also gained through a window in the rear of Bishops & Son's hardware store by raising a window. The rob- bers were more successful here, as they secured some .revolvers, razors, and pocket knives. Tools were stolen from Kuntz's blacksmith shop, which were used in effecting their entrance into the hardware store. Two men were seen by the night watchman about 3 o'clock a. m., who asked one of them where he was going. The stranger answered that he was on his way to Owen Sotind. Both made their escape dropping several chisels in theft flight. No arrests have yet been made. NOTES.—Mr James Horton has com• menced the new addition to his barn thia.week,; Mr Chas. Morris is doing the work. Mr El,amilton McMannas and wife have both been on the sick list this week; we hope they will soon be able to be around again as usual. Rev. Jas, Hamilton, our esteemed pastor, is attending the Synod held in Paris this week; driving to Motherwell and then taking the train, accompan- ied by father, Rev. James Hamilton, D.D. Mr Alex, Osbaldeston Sundayed with friends here: Mr E. Shaw lost a Yalgehle dog last ,week, supposed to have poisoned. last, D. McLeod has engaged to work for Mr Richardson for the summer months. M. Willie McMannas was on the sick list last • week, but is somewhat better. Miss Ida McLeod has come to reside with her grandmother, Mrs McLeod for a time. Miss Winnie Shaw has been visiting her grandmother, Mrs Patton, of Garbraid, last week. Auburn. CHVRcH NOTES.—Rev Mr Cousins preached in- the Methodist church on Sunday evening, taking for his text Malachi 3, 10. Rev Mr Henderson preached in the Presbyterian church on Sunday morning, he taking his text from Isaiah 43, 1. Rev *r Hen- derson returned from the nod on Wednesday. The• Epworth League last Tuesday evening was taken by Miss Effie Knox. Messrs Bhone and Shultz have the contract of finishing the Lutheran church shed. Quite a number of Epworth Leaguers visited Westfield last Friday night., We for- got last week 'to say that the •e was a presentation a few days ago, when the teachers and officers of the Methodist Sunday school presented Mrs Neaves with a beautiful Bible. NOTES.—Miss Etta Morrow was the guest of Miss A. Helwig last week. Miss Brigham, Clinton, was the guest of Mrs A. Jackson last week. Miss- Smith, iseSmith, Brussels, was the guest of Miss Ella Tyndall. Mrs Kellough and Mr C. Hoare and wife were visiting their brother Mr John Hoare. Quite a number gathered at the home of Miss B. Scott, where they enjoyed them- selves immensely, tripping the light fantastic until the wee, sma' hours of morning. Mr E. Rowed was out to Clinton last Friday. Miss Stout re- tnrned last Friday to her duties, and Mr Cook returned Thursday. Miss L. Lautenslayer returned home from a visit to Zurich last Monday. Mr T. Radcliffe visited at the Sturdy home last Sunday. Mr L, Doyle, of Eaton Grove, visited under the parental roof last Monday. Mr Hilder, of Kincar- dine, is visiting his daughter. Mrs R. J. Askwith, at present. Miss L. Blair, of Goderich Township, is visiting Miss S. Blair at present. Miss Blown, of Goderich, paid a flying visit to Auburn last Tuesday. Mr E. Rowed has the contract of painting Dr. Ross's house. S.Ve are sorry to say that Mrs J. Wil- son is not improving any. Mrs T. Hamilton is very low at present. Mr J. Young has started to cut staves; he has engaged Mr Sharp, of •Listowel. Catching suckers is the order of the day. Mr J. Nale is busy delivering fruit trees, Dr. Ross paid a visit to the.House of Refuge last Wednesday. W. J. Nixon is visiting at home at present. Tuckersrnith. ACCIDENT.—What might have been a serious accident happened on Friday the 23rd inst, to Mr John Wise. As he was taking one, of his horses out to work it reared'up and struck him on the forehead, rendering him uncon- scious., We are glad to say that he is able to be around again. DESTROYED.—In many places. the hedges that have been planted for some seasons, have almost been ruined by mice during the winter. Messrs Charters, McIntosh and Charles Mas- on have had their hedges almost total- ly destroyed this way. This is a great loss, as the hedges were put in at a great expense. Nothing appears to take the place of fences. NoTEs.--Farmers are now very busy getting their seeding finished. Miss Annie Armstrong was home ori'li fly- ing visit one day last week, returning to Clinton Saturday. School opened on Monday with a small attendance, owing to the rainy weather, but, how- ever, the attendance has increased by the number of little ones that are be- ginning. Rev Mr Sawyer has return- ed from his examination, and the re- port of the examiners bestows great honor on him, seeing that he stood 2nd in the liet of the 2nd year candidates. Alma people organized their Epworth League, on Wednesday night. Miss Nettie Crich resumed her work again this week.' Mr Geo.Orich has purchas- ed a new binder from Frost & Wood Co. Mr Geo. Turner has also purchas- ed a new cultivator from the Frost & Wood Cd. Varna. NOTES.—The Easter entertainment in the Methodist church was a grand success, notwithstanding the cold and stormy weather; the proceeds, about $14, are in aid of Sund y School work. Mr J. Harnwell, our opular school and wifeevent a teacher, t few daye at his home in Kincardine, Miss trace Torrance has been visiting friends here during the Easter holidays. Mr B. A. Higgins has the front of his shop well decorated with different kinds of machinery; this looks fine for a begin- ner. • Goderich. WEDDINGS.—An interesting mat'riage took place on Tuesday afternoon, at the residence of Mr Geo. Griffin, of Guelph, when Mrs M. A. Porte, of that city, was wedded to Mr Jos. J. Wright. Mr Wright runs the large Point Farm, a summer resort at Goderich. The Ven. Archdeacon Dixon performed the ceremony in the presence of a number of intimate friends. Constance LEAGUE. --The Epworth League of Christian Endeavor of this place held their monthly literary meeting on Tuesday evening, April20th. The pas- tor, Rev J. W. Andrews, presided over the rneetiug. The program rpnsisted of essays byMiss—Flossie McGregor, Mr J. D. Mdd and Miss Ida Britton, on prominent hymn composers, inter- spersed with hymra selected from their compositions. The pastor added a few pointed and helpful remarks, and brought to a close what all agreed to be a very profitable meeting. At the close of the literary part the post- poned installation of officers took place. They are: Pies, Robt.. Clark; 1st Vice, Miss Ida Britton; 2nd Vice, Jas. Stanley; Cor. Sec., Miss Mary Mc- Cully; Rea. Sec., Miss Lottie Gook; Tress„ Mr B. Snell; organist, Mie$ U; Clark. The regular League meetings continue as usual on Tuesday at 8 p. m. On Sabbath, May 2nd, at 7 p. m. a meeting under the auspices of the League will be conducted, and each al- ternate Sabbath following. PRESENTATION.—A very pleasing ev- ent took place on Wednesday evening, April 21st, at the residence of Mr W' B. Cook, when quite a large gathering of the members and adherents of the Presbyterian congregation in this place met together for thepurpose of presenting his daughter, Miss Lottie, with a purse containing $30. Miss Cook has presided at the organ for a number of years, and so cheerfully and efficiently has she filled that of- fice that the congregation felt it their duty to give some token of their ap- preciation. Mr Jas. Stanley was call- ed upon to take the chair; the address was read by Rev Mr Musgrave, and a program of speeches and music follow- ed. After partaking of a bountiful tea, provided by Mrs Cook, they went home, feeling that they had spent a pleasant evening. Following is the address. To Miss Lorin: COOK, KINDraN, DEAR FRIEND. —It was with pleasure we received intimation that our people have felt called upon to recog- nize your services in the praise portion of our -Ezesbyterian worship. We from the first re- marked with satisfaction how readily you res- ponded to our appeal for help, when, though certain exingenues, we could no longer retain that of our first choir leader, Miss B. lchoales. And all the more were we favorably impressed as for the moment we were somewhat per- plexed as to where to find a successor. We had, for considerable period, proceeded so smoothly and pleasantly with our praise ser- vice as to forbid our ever forgetting how much we owe to the above named lady. But a kind Providence sent you to us just then, and although your experience was necessarily immature, and your fears many, you very kindly threw yourself into the work, resolving to do the very best you could. We have been commissioned by our people to say that you have succeeded, to the entire satisfaction of all. We beg to thank you from the bottom of our hearts, and to assure you that your zeal and ardour in this good cause have all along been highly appreciated, and now we take this opportunity to present to you, as 0 material token of these our sentiments, a small sum of money, which we ask you not to look upon as payment of a debt, hat rather as a spontan- eous outburst of respect and gratitude. In coh•clusion we indulge the hope that you may he spared many years to serve the congrega- tion in whose services you have so acceptably assisted, and express the humble prayer that the richest blessing of our Heavenly Father may rest copiously upon you. Signed on be- half of the congregation, RICHAIID,ANDERSON JOHN F. STAPLES HIRAM PROCTOR WM.RINN JOHN KING. Go. rie TIES ACROSS THE TRACK. —On Fri- day evening, about two miles east of this place, a Most daring attempt was made to derail the night express C. P. 1-L, due here at 10.09 o'clock, by place- ing ties across the track in sucha man- ner that bad it not been detected in time would in all probability hive re- sulted in the total wreck of the train and the loss of many lives. The diab- olical act was discovered. in the nick of time by Mr B. Scott, who succeeded in reproving the obstruction a short time before the train was due. C. P. R. Detectives Ross and Elliott were soon on the scene, and after scouring the country for a couple of days succeed- ed on Sunday in arresting three tramps lodging them in the lockup. There names are: Wilson, Stewart and Pres ton. They were arraigned before Esq- uires Ross, Gibson and McLaughlin on Monday, and were sent to Goderich to stand their trial at the Assizes. There is strong circumstantial, evidence against them as they were seen in that vicinty that night. Seafo:th. WEDDED AT LAST.—Thirty years ago W. A. Curtis laid seige to the heart of a popular. young lady, but like so many others in like circum- stances, they had a lover's tiff and parted. Curtis went west and grew up with the country, locating at Shell Lake, Wis., where he married a lady of that vicinity. In the meantime the young lady also married, becoming Mrs Morrison, of this place. The years rolled around, and in course of time Mr Curtis became a widower and Mrs Morrison a widow. Fate had evident- ly designed that, they should be wed- ded, for they became aware of each others circumstances. What was more natural than that the old flame should be rekindled, and the culmina- tion was reached at Eau Claire, Wis.. on Monday, where, in the parlors of the Galloway House they were made man and wife by Rev. F. M. Haight, proceeding at once to their home in Shell Lake. POSTAL MATTERS.—Mr I3opkirk, P. 0. Inspector, was in Seaforth on Mon- day, looking into the matter of the proposed change of•anail between Har - lock, Kinburn and Seaforth. It is possible that a daily mail may be granted to ITarlock as well as to Kin - burn, but the matter is yet to come before the Postmaster -General. Bayfield. Goderich Township IMPROVING.—Mr Walter Hick, who has been on the sick list for over a week, is improving, although rather slowly. RETURNED.—Mr S. Johnston, who went to the old country sornesix weeks aeo, returned home last week. He had in charge some eighteen horses for Mr R. McLeau, of Goderich, and who will be a heavy loser, as the trip was a rough one, resulting in the loss of twelve horses, a number of which died after being landed. PROPERTY CHANGES.—Mr John Mar- quis has moved to his farm on the cut line; he sold his farm on the Huron road to Mr T. Jenkins. Mr Robt. Ren- der eon has rented the farm on the Oth con. owned by Mr Pickard, of Holmes- ville. Mr Walter Carpenter, of Dub- lin! Itee rented his farm an the Huron road to Mr Charles Fuller for a term of four years. NOTES.—Mr E. Wise recently lost a fine entire colt, sired by Hullett's Pride. We are pleased to report that Mr A. J, Cantelon, who has had such a severe illness, is improving rapidly. Miss Grace Torrance, of Zurich, visited her friend, Miss L. Middleton, during the Easter holidays. Mr W. Blair, of S. S. No. 10, spent Easter at his home pear Amber ley. Miss Ida Elliot, Lori` don, spent Easter with her parents in this vicinity. Word has been received from Mr W. Cook, who recently went to British Columbia; he reports times very dull there. WEDDING.—A very pleasing wed- ding took place at the home of Mr J. Wigginton yesterday, when his daugh- ter•,>Miss Jessie, and Mr S. G. Hodgins were united in the holy bonds of mat- rimony. The bride was very becom- ingly attired, and was assisted by Mies Hodgins, of McGillivray, while Mr T. Wigginton supported the groom, the nuptial knot being tied by Rev W. J. Ford, of Clinton. Everyone present a°eut a most enjoyable time. Mr and Mrs Hodgins will spend some time vis- iting friends, before leaving for their future home in McGillivray. Lorldesboro POULTRY NOTES.—Wm. Carter has made shipments to Paisley, Galt, Ayr, Mor•risburg, besides several shipments received. Wm. Wallace shipped to Perch, and also has received some from Onego, N.Y. E. Watson sent some to Guelph. Fairservice Bros. shipped to Winnipeg, Man, J. D. Meluille ship• ped to Pennsylvania, and has also re- ceiyed shipments from there. BURGLARY. — Our usually quiet village was thrown into an excitement on Saturday morning last, when it was discovered that during the quiet hours of the eight the entire stock of one of oar business men had been carried off. Entrance to the place was by the front door on Main St.; the parties forced part of the lock off the jam. There were two families sleeping not 20 feet from the place, but they were not dis- turbed. The stock consisted of leather whips, horse blankets, rugs, goat and cow robes and harness, and belonged to the estate of G. E. Williams. We do not think that any provincial de- tective has come round to investigate the matter. Mr George A. Newton, of Wing ham, paid a visit to this place on Monday evening, and the talk is that he succeeded in discovering where the stock is secreted, and that he will shortly have it removed to Winglvini; he is the heaviest creditor of the estate. NOTES.—Three of our townsmen, Messrs Miller., T. Hill and J. Mountain, made a trip to the Circular town on Mondaylooking after a job, but they did not succeed. Mr Robert Scott is getting the stone work for his barn built. Master George Andrews and sister drive to Clin'on school now, ow- ing to the change made by the G.T.I. for school tickets. Rev. Mt Rapson, formerly of Constance, but now sta- tioned on the Sarnia district," preached in the Methodist church on Sunday evening, Mr Andrews being laid up with grip. Quarterly services will be held here next Sunday morning, the official meeting on the Monday follow- ing. Dr. Barkwell has returned to Chicago again. Mr John Tamblyn, sr., who was doing nicely, we are sorry to say, has taken a relapse and is again forced to take to his bed. Mr T. Cole has moved into his new house. W. L. Ouimette purchased a bag of potatoes for one, of his customers and left them on his platform, and in the evening they mysteriously disappeared and were found the next day in a neigh- bor's cellar. There is some talk of an- other harness maker here. Master Wilfred Crisp has returned from vis- iting friends et Walton. Mr Robert Ferguson and daughter are visiting friends here. Mr Robt. Bowcock is able to sit up for a short time each day. There is some talk of the part- nership which now exists, known as the "Brownlee" Co., coming to a climax in the near future. Mrs Snell, who has been visiting her mother, Mrs Geo. Snell, returned to Wingham on Tuesday. Jos. Stevens left for Sault Ste Marie, Monday morning, where he intends working for a time. Wm. Martin left for London last week; Mr Wheatley accompanied him. E. Watson shipped a couple of cars of cattle to Montreal this week. Colborne NOTES.—The farmers are not getting along very fast with the seeding on account of the recent rains. Mrs G. Hornby is on the sick list. A few of the members of the family of Mr J. Halliday are laid up with the measles. (Additional news will be found on page 2.) Blyth PERSONAL —The Chicago Tribune of last week thus alludes to a native of Blyth.—"Dr J. M. Sloan, 264 South Halsted St., thinks so well of the cause f Greece and of the possibilities in tare for a paying experience in em- ery that he has determined to aban- on his practice in Chicago, and to go o the front. The moment the doctor earned that hostilities had broken tit he visited leading Greeks in Chi - ago and offered his services. He ex: ects to leave for New York to -day." NOTES,—Mr, Wm. Eggert is recover - OF .INTEREST HERE,—Barrister W. ° G. Murdoch, of Toronto, was struck off e the rolls of the Law Society on Mon- d day, by Mr Justice Rose. Barrister J. Heighmgton, for Mr D. Cowboy, one I 1 of Murdorh's former clients, made the application. If the dispute is settled ° within a month, Mr Murdoch may ap- C ply for a re -instatement. [This refers p to an old Bayfield boy.] ing from the attack of typhoid fever which has had hire confined to the house for several weeks. The six-year- old daughter of Mr. Enoch Morris, of Hullett, had the end of the first finger of her right hand taken off by a seed drill on Saturday. Mr. Thomas Craw- ford and his gang of stonemasons went to, Mr. James Scott's, in Hullett, on Tuesday, where they will be employed for some time. Master John Bell, who has been employed at Messrs. Hetfron Bros. butcher shop for some time, left on Tuesday for London, where he will take a position in a butcher shop in that city. Mr. Reid Wright, of Lon- don, and Rev. R. A, Wright, of Mount Pleasant Michigan, were in the village this week visiting their mother, who is ill with inflammation of the lungs.— Messrs Robinson & Henderson have leased the Blylh woollen mill. Weare sorry to say there is no improvement in Mrs McNally's condition; she has been laid up for seven weeks with con- gestion of the lungs.—Standard. Dungannon EPWORTE LEAOrrn NOTES.—Subject 611 Monday evening, May 3rd, oonseoration and•roll call by Wm. L. Hiles. We have now a Junior E. L. organized. At the last meeting, on T'uesday evening, tlfe 27th Inst, they had t queet?on match on the life of Joseph, led by Miss T, Milligan. INDISPOSED.—We, along with the numer- ous friends of oar victualler, Charles Rob- inson, and his wife,who have for some time past been in a very poor state of health, hope that they will soon be restored to good health and vigor. RAINY RIVER DIeTRrCT.—During last week+ Messrs. Isaac, John and Edward, sons of Isaac Hamlin, left here for a trip to Rainy River, and in the event of lilting it, will, in all probability locate and enter into busi- ness there. ILLNESS.—The numerous friends of Mrs James Rose, who was suddenly seized with indisposition on Friday last. We hope that she will soon be restored to her wont • ed stateot health. David Sproul, we are pleased to state, is able to be out and will soon be able to resume work. DEMISE.—It is with deep regret that we chronicle the departure from this life of Mrs Holman (nee Theresa Davidson) which took plane on last Sabbath evening, at the residence of her mother, Mrs Martha Da- vidson, relict of the late Robert Davidson, Ashfield, aged 39 years and 6 months. The deceased lady had been unwell for some time,and in consequence became vsry weak and although the best of attention was given her, she succumbed.—Signal. Additional Local News. BENEFIT CONCERT.—The audience that gathered in the town hall on the evening of Thursday, the 2?rild, though not very Nage was very 'a preciative. The program, provided entirely' by Clinton talent, plainly proved that reciprocal entertainment, like reci- procal trade, leaves every one the richer. As Mr Holmes was obliged to leave, Mrs R. Irwin took the chair. The opening item of the program was given by the Orchestra Peri Waltzes; it was thoroughly enjoyed, and the members obligingly responded to the enthusiastic applause. Little Edna - Foster's rendering of "Maiden Ruth" was unique; the littlecream-clad figure and the clear, child -like voice charmed all, and the general approval was deli- I cately expressed by the presentation of two pretty bouquets; in her encore, the little maid's attention was divided between the audience and her flowers. The recitation by Mr Harris and the readings by Mrs Irwin and Mr Hous- ton were very different in character, but all extremely, interesting. Mr Harris gave "Th(Welsh Parson;" Mrs Irwin, "Bridget's troubles with the Yankees," and Mr Houston read Ian McLaren's account of the death of William McLure. Miss Mary Lough and Miss Hallie Combe each gave an instrumental solo; they were very bril- liantly executed, and thoroughly ap- preciated. The remaining items on the program were vocal, and all save one, solos; this exception was a duett "Deceivers Ever," by Miss McWhin- ney and Miss Freeborn; it was full of repartee and the animated rendering admirably expressed the idea. Later Miss McWhinney gave two bright, se- lections, "The Bonny Banks of Loch Lemond," and "Polly's Revenge:" the former, like so much of the Scotch music, was rather pathetic and senti- mental; the latter was serio-comic and very quaint. Miss Freeborn also gave a very pretty solo, "The Dream Angel," with violin obliffato by Mrs Watts. Mr Downs, in his capacity of comic soloist, caused great merriment; The Indian quack dcctor lauding the mer- its of Ju-ga, was as different in char- acter as in costume, from the mourn- ful young man, sentimentalizing over the relics of his depar ted Liza, who so quickly succeeded him. The two re- maining soloists were Miss McMurray and Miss Croll; the former sang very sweetly of the heroic little newsgirl Maggie, whose news -boy companions touched their hatslikearrstocrats when Maggie passes by. Miss °roll's selec- tion, "Waiting, a picture of a maiden waiting in the darkening woods for her belated lover, was very sympathet- ically rendered. Before "God save the Queen" closed the evening's entertain- ment', there oceurred an incide_n-tuna' 110 in 0111' •sXperleilee iaf ii3116eriA. Jhe roceeds of the concert were pdevoted to the purchasing of the scenery then decot•ating.the hall. Mrs Irwin, in a short address, presented it to Mayor Holmes, as tepresentative of the town, and Mr Holmes briefly and gratefully replied. The scenes consist of several large panels and a woodland scene for the back of the stage, and certainly add to the appearance and attractive- ness of the stage. There appears to have been a slight misunderstanding as to the origin and ownership of this scenery. It was painted by Miss Mc- Whinney for her concert given last Dominion Day. This concert was planned in order to give enthusiasm and purpose in vocal practice to her class of eight boys. As a further in- ducement towork, they were promised whatever money might be cleared by the concert. And these boys, being Three peciai Which we show in our large clow this week are, .1st a Hei'rBrueh,.: pure bristle, good ordinary size,well' finished bank and handle, jnet.the brush for ordinary use or forOhilde,. red, is good value at 40o, but at.our special price of 25e it is bYl far the beet value we have ever been able to offer. Now, before they all go", is your time to buy. The 2nd., is a pint bottle of strong HOMO, hold Amonia—a pint, bottle and all—the price, .20e; low enough to make every housekeeper in the vicinity buy. The 3rd .la a Buttermilk and witch- hazel Soap, good, hard and nicely perfumed, 3 cakes in a box;. the price, 100 .a box, a low prioe for a good Soap. Your Toilet Article trade is wdrth having, we want it. ALLEN .1 WILSON Graduate Druggists & Opticians,. Clinton. If your eyes are troubling you, bring them Ito us. We'll test them for -nothing. members of the Mission Band, agrees to devote it to missions. This concert- was ver y successful, and notwithstancle ing heavy expenses, the amount of 5110,,' was clearest, and was handed to the, bays sold by them to the Presbyterian.: Mission Band. The impression of some, that the scenery also was prom-.': feed to the boys, is an entire mistake,' —CoM. IID ELt o % A; ANNt" VERSARY. — Monday, April 28th, was the e, 7 8 tai anniversary of the institution of Oddfellowship in A merica, and was celebrated by every 1.0.0.F. lodge in Canada and the 'Unit- ed States. Since 1830 $81,288,702 had been paid by the Society in relief alone, Uzi, while the total amount expended was' over $185;000,000.. Seventy-eight years ago the society had been founded by 5,. men, and it had now a membership of 1,992,280. When the famine broke out' in Ireland a few years ago, the Oddfel- lows were the first to charter a vessel'. and send relief. When the Chicago fire ::'• swept over that city, the Oddfellows, had responded nobly to the call, and. contributed $131,000. When the yellow,. fever broke out in Memphis. and 4h�e.;'. people wanted aid, the Oddfellows selb them help. Over 71,000,000 people ha been visited and ministered to, and., watched as they lay on sick beds. All' these things were not mentioned in the '• Oddfellows' reports, tint they were the outcome of the Oddfellows' friendship Clinton Lodge No. 83 turned out in full force on Sunday, and marched as abody to Rattenbury St. Methodist Church, where they listened to a very instruct ive sermon preached by Rev. Mr Mill - yard, from the text " Go, and do thou' likewise," to be found in Luke x,37. A more appropriate text for an "Oddfel-_. lows sermon could not have been select- ed, for it alludes to the man who fell among thieves, and was cared•for by the Good Samaritan, which fairly well illustrates an important principle in Oddfellowship. After the members re- turned to the lodge room, a vote of thanks was passed to Mr Millyard for the discourse, and also to the choir for its services. The lodge also held an At Home in the lodge room on Monday evening, where they entertained over two hundred of their friends. An ex- cellent program, was provided, with a short intermission for a few minutes .. } social chat. All went home highly -; pleased, and fully appreciating the eV t forts of the Clinton Oddfellows. The invitations (issued by the NEW ERA) were considered very neat, and make a pretty souvenir of the occasion. MrE. M. McLean occupied the chair. Clin- ton has a progressive lodge, and the, degree team has had its hands full fort the past year; plenty of work has made'!" this the best team in the district. The lodge is now one of the strongest socie- ties in town and is fully alive to the best interests of its members. 37: Personal. We shall he glad to have contributions to • this column frons any of our readers. If sin r you have visitors or purpose going away yourself, drop in and tell us, or send u a note to that effect, Mrs Whitt is visiting in Buffalo, Mr J, Ransford was in London this week. Miss Lily Johnson slieht Easter vacation in town. Ai Hurlhert, of Mitchell, is the guest of Mrs W. Robb. Mr Wilburn Manning was inHidgetown on. business last week. T. .lackson, jr., is this week in Windsor and Walkw•ville on business. Inspector Tom, of Goderich, was a caller at the NEW ERA office on Saturday. - Miss Maggie Dowser was Last week visiti"" at the home of Mr Alex. Ross, Brucefield. Alex. McLeod, who has been attending To- ronto I'niversity, has returned home for the present. Miss Hattie Jenkins, daughter of Mr Giles Jenkins, Blyth, is visiting relatives in this vicinity, W. Scott, of London, Eng., spent Sim- daY at the home of Mr W. Cantelon, the guest. of 6Ir D. A• Cantelon, F. Tebbut.t, jr., formerly employed with Mr - J. Tedford of town, is now engaged withid blacksmith of Fordyce. Mr If. 1 Pousette, Sarnia, the general re- presentative of the Canada Life Insurance''?' Co., was in town last week, Ernest Holmes, (son of Rev. J. W. Holmes, Mitchell) is completing his dental course pr. Willmott, of Strathroy. Mrs Dr, Moore, vocalist, with Mr Percy Cat+-.; roll, tenor, of London, weep,,,jn town on Toes' day calling on Madame Wall: - M1''it iiaird is again attending the Collegiate ti after having been obliged to stay at lioihe feek;,,; some time with a sprained ankle, Mrs Sterrett of Petrous has been on ti toned herto sister,her atlasroom1ph 'Ilipladd quymsey, who is '11ti Raby grip an. r Mr Smith Kiltq, who recently went'' to Chia • roareturned tat tantdape lrpent lqf Mr ll take chi Lgo lt11 e, store, a en alk. w: G Tr. R wasintown on Tuesday © It has beeldi '+ stated that he has been offered a position connection with the New York Central, whiolt' he has either accepted or is about to accept; " the NFw ERncloffiof o on Friday.. Liike Many other residents of the Sepoy village he's a staunch Liberal, and there are those Who. -. think ono so clever and able should he hr par. • liament, and we would not be surprised to Soo him there some day. Mr S. W. Bartell, of Philadelphia, who has Iseon s tondin, tate winter bore retriraed:h? 'e • , on Vt odnesday. Ho came here :f,ft enitire etrangor, for el expross purpeoso enj Liitg a Canadian winter and Canadian lIOspita ty, and 18 in ecstatics over both. He at one t'iine• ''' had serious thoughts of remaining here, but • bits iness demanded his return to the oast, Mid lie expects to come book and enjoy the gloried of a Canadian summer. He will. spend sortie.. time at. Ilio Fait and other places on room• • two aro cotupolled this week to omit SOVeli( articles in typo' we will have to enlarge trio+.; papor again.—I D, Nrtt7 ERA.1