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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Clinton New Era, 1897-05-28, Page 1hat Good s a match If it don't keep right time? Perhaps yours isnot running as it should - suppose you bring it to us. We will re- pair it, guarantee it, and re- fund you your money if it oes not give satisfaction. Cleaning, $1.00 Mainspring $1.00 Be supeand come to Clinton, June 22nd. You will roles a good thing if you don't. We guarantee you a good day's sport. P. B. Crews Jeweler & Expert Watch Repairer Exeter The Boy's Brigade in fancy drill will surprise you. Clinton, June 22. The Queens Birthday was celebrated here by horse racing and a Lacrosse match. Three-mile trot: -1, Acmon Jim (D. A. MgEwen, Ailsa Craig); 2 Scabbard (John Beacon, Clinton); 3 Fernleft (Brock and Horn, Winchelsea) 4 Vergina (Gentles, Kincardine). Time 2.40, 2.393•, 2.40, 2.40. 2.30 trot 1, Robt. M. (J. W. Smith, Goderich); 2 Robert N. (R. Hueston, London.) Time, 2.35, '2.312.32. Free -for -all -1., Gold Ring .(3. Glover, Aylmer); 2 Miss Del- Inorch.) Gus Goebel, Mitchell); 3 Bay George (R. Hueston, London. Time 2.30, 2.281, 2.25ii. Running race -1 Splint (Mr Thompson, Goderich);2, Topsy B. (J.Beattie , Clinton); Lands. downe Exeter (J. Melon, London.)Time 52 b3i. Lacross match -Clinton ve. Exeter. Clinton won. Morrish. More to see in Clinton on June 22 than any- where else; that's what we are going to offer you. DEATH. -On Friday last, Margaret, wife of Mr. John Cloakey passed away at the age of 62 v, ars. Deceased was a member Vs -7 grave Presbyterian Church, a 1� ,,,s,., wife and mother, and leaves 1 [i: a htersand two sons to mourn her loss. She wail a sister-in- law of Mrs. Thos. Cook of Goderich Township. Stanley Come to Clinton June 22 and see the out- burst of loyalty befitting the memorable event -"Queen's Jubilee," NOTES.—Mrs' Matheson, of Clinton, and Mr D. Stevenson, of Egmondville, spent the24th at the home of Mr Heel or Reid, of the 2nd con. The carpenters are busily engaged at the house of Mr John McCowan; Mr A. Ross has the contract. Mr Matheson, of Lucan, is visiting at the home of John Ketchen. this week. Rev. J. Macdonald and bride returned from Toronto last week. Owing to sickness Rev. J. Hen- derson, of Hensall, was uriatitr? to con- duct the anniversary services of Bay- field road Presbyterian church on Sun- day; Rev. J. Macdonald took the ser- vice in the morning and W. G. Rich- ardson, B. A., in the evening. A tea-' meeting was held in connection with the Bayfield road church on Monday e"ening; tea was served at Mr J. Parke's residence, and the entertain- ment held in the church; proceeds amounted to $80. Mr John Aiken - head, of London, was visiting his par- •ents last week. Miss Kate Thomson unfortunately sprained her ankle one day this week, and will be laid up for some time. Mr Jas. Wylie and wife, of Turnberry, were visiting acgr;ain :.• tances here this week. Mr Alex. Thomson and Mr Sparrow are making great improvement on the roads of this township with the new road grader, which is doing good work. DEATH. -News has been received of the death of Mrs N.•Oasky, of Portage la Prairie, Man., who lately died 'very suddenly of heart disease; she was found dead in her bed. Her husband died very suddenly about a year ago; itis though she never survived the shock, Mr Casky and wife formerly lived on the farm now occupied by Mr Thomas Frazer, 2nd con. They were very successful in the prairie province, but death called them suddenly home. They have five children -four boys, the eldest of which is studying for the Presbyterian ministry, and a girl about nine years of age. Much sym- pathy is felt here for the family, as they were well known here. - If you Appreciate Light, Cool, Easy Pitting traw/7 ats You will find the exact hat here. We have the new shapes and the light, durable kinds that do not cost much but are stylish and very swell. ailor Straws 25c, 50, 75 ss ' ancy Manilla 75c, $1.00, $1.25, $1.50 Boy's Sailor Straws 25c, 40c Boy's Fancy Straws, 15c, 25,50 There's a distinct style yet with- al a quiet elegance about them that'll give you a. well dressed feeling. HOSIERY A special line of Men's Tan Hose, silk dye, in two shades, good value at 35c, but we are selling them at25c instead. T. Jackson, sr., Clinton Viotoria Block, Established 1854. . Have you guessed yet on the fres Moly- isle 3ioyisle 2 The time's getting short. CLI1TON ROBERT HOLMES, Editor and Proprietor. CLINTON, ONT., MAY 28, 1897 $1 a year in advance $1.50 when not so paid O ND T AIS U HE -iT � S. What wide-awake and reliable correspondents find worthy or recording for publication. Goderich We're fishing in the "pond of new features." See the fish well land for Jubilee Day, Clin- ton, June 22. FAREWELL REOAPTERED.--,lames Farewell, the notorious uonviot who tamped a few weeks ago by jumping from a moving train with the shackles on, was recaptured at Port Perry Monday night by constable Mo - Knight of that town. During the night he broke jail again. His escape was not not- iced until be had a good start, but the offi- cers immediately went in pursuit, ran down their man at Seagrave. He has been shack- led and is guarded by two constables so that it is impossible for him to get away again. Deputy Sheriff W. H. Gundry, left to take charge of the prisoner and land him in the penitentiary at Kingston. TWO YEARS IN THE CENTRAL. -Wil - Haan Preston, Thos. White and Frank Stewart were brought before Judge Masson for trial on a charge of train wrecking on the C.P.R. track between Gurrie and Fordwich. The prisoners were found guilty of placing obstruc- tions on the track, and were each sen- tenced to two 'years in the Cenral Prison at Toronto. They were all tramps and one of them had a previous criminal record. The Crown was as- sisted by Mr Angus MacMurchy, of Toronto. SAD ACCIDENT. -On Saturday after- noon as a freight train was coming up from the wharf towards the station, a man named Spain met with an acci- dent which cost him his life. The train had just turned a curve when the man stepped on the track. apparently unconscious of the, train's near ap- proach. The engineer instantly gave the alarm and reversed his engine, but it was impossible to stop and the man was struck from behind, and caught among the trucks. The wheels did not pass over him, but hie life was in- stantly crushed out. He was a labor- ing man and had just got his wages. intending to go home to bis wife at Seaforth. What makes the circum- stances particularly sad for the widow is the fact that last week death had claimed one of her little ones. A fam- ily of six children are left. Summerhill We do as we advertise; wtite for a program, Clinton. June 22—J. P."Doherty, Secy, When we do it, we do it well." WEDDING. -On Monday, the 24th inst., at 6.30 p.m., Mr Harry Wood- yard, of Collingwood, and Miss Jennie Wallace, of Hallett, were united in the holy bonds of matrimony. Mr Harvey McBrien and Miss Ettie Wal- lace, sister of the bride, acted as groomsman and bridesmaid respective- ly. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr Stewart, of Clinton, in the presence of a large number of invited guests. A sumptuous dinner was pro- vided fox the occasion, to which all did ample justice, and all went merry un- til peat rnidnight when farewells were said. The bride received many beauti- ful and useful presents, 'testifying to the great esteem in which she was held -by her comrades from childhood and others. Mr and Mrs Woodyard left by train at 2.20 p.m. on Tuesday for their future borne. at Collingwood. Their many friends here wish them many years of happiness. East Wawanosh We've got the money -the ideas- the place' to offer an unapproachable program . in Clin- ton, June 22. "And we're the boys can do it,' 'CHEESE. -The Blyth cheese factory is °liooming this season, 'ten large cheese being made for Monday, the 24th. BUILDING. -Mr R. Milne bad a large force of men at work last week jack- ing up his barn and shed preparatory to placing stabling underneath both. Mrs Jas, Hill, of Londesboro, has the contract for" raising the buildings and doing the wood work and Thos. Craw- ford, of Blyth, the stone work:' NOTES. -Mr and Mrs Geo. L. Ship- ley and family, of Falkirk, Middlesex Co., spent rr few days -visiting at. Mr Gregor McGowan's. Mr John Mur- doch and sister, of Lucknow, were vis- iting their sister, Mr R. C. McGowan,' for a few days. Miss Gowanlock, of Blyth,•was the guest of Miss Rebecca McGowan on the 24th. Alex. McGow- an disposed of his driver to F. Ander- son, of Belgrave. Benmiller All the old chaps are taking off their coats to assist in this memorable event, "Queen's Jubilee," Clinton, June 22. It moans a heap. NOTES. -Mrs J. J. Moore, jr., of Goderich, spent the 24th at her fath- er's, Mr Jesse Gledhill. The weather was rather too cool for the ice cream social. David T. Gledhill and family, of Kincardine, spent the 24th under the parental roof. Mr Geo. Newell is rejoicing over another son. The E. L.. was very well attended last Friday and the subject well discussed. Quite a number of our young folks took in the concert at Holmesvfile on Monday evening. Miss Serena Fisher is at present visiting friends at Donny- brook. Lucknow. Goderioh Base Ball Clubl can play ball - they'll be in Clinton, June 22 THE QUEEN'S BRTHDAY.-Her Maj- esty'sbirthdav was fittingly ceiebr ated here. Although the day was cold and threatening rain quite a crowd of the loyal citizens of this part of West Hur- on and West Bruce turned out to do honor to their Queen. The program consisted of trades and unique calith- umpian procession, headed by the band of the Lucknow Musical Society the school Board and officers, the vil- lage Council and officers, the fire brig- ade and the laddercompany, a pipers' band, irl the forenoon. In the after- noon a baseball match was played be- tween the Lucknow Club and what are known as Cargill's "pets," coming from the home of the genial member for East Bruce. The score stood 9 to 2' in their favor. There were also the ordinary athletic sports, and a Concert in the Town Hall, in which several, Toronto people took part, West Wawanosh ' Britannia rules and Clinton echoes Hurrah. June 22. We do as we advertise. CIIVRos.-Rev J. W. Pring expects, after a rest of five weeks, to be able to resume his entire work next Sab- bajh thr pulpit in Ebenezer on Sunday and. Mrs Samuel Pentland occupied gave an excellent discourse from the ' 1st chap. of Philippians, 20th verse. NOTES. -John Scrimgeour, having secured employment in Goderich, re- moved his family thither last week. On the evening prior to Chas Moss' de- parture from Wawanosh, a goodly number of his young acquaintances congregated at his home and bid fare- well to Mr Moss and family, and also enjoyed an appropriate night's fun. All the export and grass cattle have been taken oft the feeders' hands, at prices ranging from 3 to 41c per lb. Messrs Stewart and Taylor are nearly through cutting shingles for Wm. Davidson. Albert Jones, who for nearly two years past has been living in Algoma, gave friends an agreeable surprise by his return home last week. Miss Agnes Finigan is home from Stratford, where she has been for the past winter. Miss Jenkins has return- ed to her home in Goderich township, after a week's visit to her sister, Mrs Washington. Mr and Mrs E. Phillips, of Whitechurch, were on a visit to the parental abode this week. Mr and Mrs Robt. McKenzie sent the 24th with East Wawanosh friends. John Leslie, of St. Helens,Qlwas a guest at Charles Thom's over ?Sunday. Daniel Leddy was in Goderich last Friday on busi- ness. Miss Margaret Scrimegour is visiting in Goderich at present. Varna 2415 days ahead of all in new and pleasing attractions. Clinton, June 2.2. ACCIDENT. -On Tuesday last Mr J. Foster, of the Per line, Stanley, was seriously injured by a horse; while holding the animal he was struck down by its two front feet. The ex- tent of the injuriesreceived is not fully know at the time of writing. BRIEFS. -Mr and Mrs J.Torranee, of Zurich, were the guests of Mrs James Armstrong on Monday evening. .Mrs Joseph Beirns, of Seaforth, was visit- ing at D. C. Campbell's last week. Mr B. H. Higgins and family spent their 24th at Lucan: Mrs G. Haxby, of Clinton, spent the 24th with friends here. Miss McDonald, of Detroit. and Mr and Mrs Munshaw, of Wingharn, are the guests of Mr John McAsh. Mr McKre's brother is visiting here. The Foresters of C.O.F. No. 264 intend having their annual sermon preached in the brick church, Bayfield road, on Sunday, June 8th, at 3 p.m. BASEDALL.-A very interesting and amusing game of baseball was played here on the 24th between the married and siugle men of the village. The game was' keenly contested through- out, the married men playing welt considering their practise. ft was riot long, however, before the benedicts showed failing signs of weakness and yearned to be hone again• with their little ones. After about three bouts playing they were finally released, the score standing 43 to 28 in favor of the young men. Mr Alex. McConnell refereed the game to the entire satis- faction of all. ANNIVERSARY AND TEAMEETING.- The 44th anniversary services of the Bayfield road Presbyterian church were held on Sunday last and a tea - meeting on the following Monday ev- ening. The teameeting was a grand success. Able and appropriate ad- dresses were given by the following reverend gentlemen: - Revs Messrs Burton. Varna; Acheson, Kippen; Muir, of Brucefield; Graham, of Bay- field, and Richardson, of Varna. Ex•. cellent music was supplied by the;Sea- forth choir and Varna quartette club and recitations and readings by Miss Williams, of Zurich. The chi it tkas ably filled by the newly married pas- tor, Rev. J. A. McDonald, who came in for no small share of congratulations from the different speakers. The pro- ceeds of the anniversary services and teameeting amounted to upwards of $90. Goderich Township All your old friends will assemble here -a good place to renew acquaintances. Clinton, June 22. CHURCH. -The Sunday School of Si, James church, Middleton, will open at 2 p, m. on Sunday next and fdllowing Sundays, instead of 1,30 p.m., as lately;. divine service at 3p.'u1. NOTES. -Mrs B. Wilson, of the 5th con., who has had a severe attack of pleurisy, is very much improved, end we hope will soon be able to attendto her household duties. VISITORS. -Mr Harry Gould. wife and child, of Clinton, spent the 24th at the residence of Mr Wm. Gould, con 7. Mr F. Hammond and wife, of Paris, paid a flying visit to Mrs Walter Hick. Misses Mair, Goderich, were renewing old acquaintances in the township the fore part of this week. Messrs Camp- bell and Blair, teachers, wheeled to Kincardine to spend the 24th. Misses McDougall, of E mondville, visited in the vicinity of Porter's Hill on Mon, day. Miss Laithwaite, of the Maitland con., enjoyed her 24th with her sister, Mrs Wm. Driver. PICNICS. -Considerable interest was taken in the picnic line on the 24th, as two of these social gatherings were held in this neighborhood. The peo- ple of the 7th con, and vicinity assem- bled in Mr Monck's grove on the river fiats, and spent the afternoon in games and amusements, which were freely in- dulged in, owing to the rather cool con- dition of the atmosphere, but all re- ported having spent a pleasant after- noon. The people in the neighborhood of the 4th con. gathered beside the riv- er near Collin's Woollen Mill, and a n- tertained themselves with the save al amusements for the day. THE NEw EItA GIVES THE HOME Niche Londesboro o Theclipse all for spledoClinton, beau. June 22, will TEMPERANCE CONCERT. -As intim- ated last week the district meeting and concert of the Good Templars was a grand success. Both were well patron- ized. The proceeds of the concert were over I$20. ACOIDENT.-Mr Chas. Ruddle met with a severe accident at the raising of Mr R. Scott's barn last Friday. The men were putting the foundation on the stonework, and be was pulled off his balance by a rope, and fell headlong amongst the stones below. His head and face were cut, his collar bone brok- en, and he was otherwise shaken up, and will likely be laid up for a consid- erable time. There was no other mis- hap in connection with the raising. DESERVES IT. -The wife of Mr An- thony Haggitt a few days ago present- ed her liege lord with her fourteenth child. Cases of this kind ought to be brought before the Immigration Dept. of the country, and perhaps if suffic- ient encouragement was given to home industry there .would be no need to go to foreign countries for settlers. It would be a fitting thing if Mr Haggitt, wife and family were presented with a few homesteade as a mark of distinct- ion from the Government for their en- terprise. We understand that the Gnvernment of Quebec did such an act a.few years ago. Mr Editor, as you are in favor with the Rulers, perhaps you would draw their attention to this matter. NOTES. -Mr Bond Lawrison was a visitor in the village from Friday un- til Wednesday. Quite a number took advantage of the cheap fares on the 24th, and took a trip out of town. Miss Mabel Bell is visit ing in Seaforth. Mise Townsend left for Niagara Falls on Monday, to spend the summer. Mrs Ashley spent the Queen's Birthday in Kingston and the Lower Provinces.- Mr Jas. Grasby bad a run -away one slay last week when leaving Clinton. leaving Jim far hehinp. Miss L.Young returned to Wingham, after spending the 24th at home. Cora Newton, of Wingham, is visiting here this week. Teachers Fair, Lowry and Quirk at- tended the Teachers' Convention at Wingham. Dr. Agnew was in Wing - ham this week. The youth may be seen busy fishing these days, but "de fish am scarce." Miss Agnew spent a few days in Forest. r' Porter's Hill CONCERT. -Phe concert given by the I. 0. G. T. was a decided success, It being a fine evening, a large crowd turned out, fill.ng the hall to its utmost capacity. The program showed tact and ability on the part of the local tal- ent, and those from a distance taking part, added very materially to the in- terest of the evening's entertainment. After the intellectual part of the pro- gram was over, a nice lunch was served by the ladies of the lodge, and all went home feeling that the entertainments given by this lodge are hard to beat. NOTES. -Mr S. McPhail has purchas- ed from Mr Wm. Ivison, of Kippen, two of the best Jersey pigs that we have yet seen. Miss H. Ivison, who has been staying with her sister, Mrs E. C. Potter, for sometime, went home on a visit last week. Our village mer- chant is into building again, putting a large addition to his store, which, when completed, will be a great improve- inent. the necessity for which epeaks, well for the business. Mr A. Courtice, in compliance with the arrangements of the Sunday School Convention, will visit Bethel S. S. next Sunday, May 30. Auburn A hearty welcome and a cloudurst of attrac- tions await you in Clinton, June 22. J. NICHOLSON, Manufacturer of and dealer in Light and Heavy Harness, Whips, Valises, Combs, Brushes, Robes, Coats, Horse Trim- mings, Leather Braces, Etc. MAI( MILLINEitL'.-Mrs. Howson is still add- ing to her already. large stock of Millinery a lot of New Sailors in Black, Brown and White, selling from 25 cents upwards, which will give good satisfaction in quality and price to the customers. Stock is well assorted in trimmed and untrimmed hats and bonnets. Miss Ross is fully prepared to give the latett Paris and New York styles to her many customers. WALL PArERs.—Never has there been such a fine dis- play in Wall Papers as is being shown this sea- son both In quality and price. MRS. C HOW - SON, Auburn. VISITING. -Mr J. Nicholson left on Saturday last on a visit to friends near Zurich; they say he had a very pleas- ant time, and if reports are true he will be taking in a fair partner soon; go it John, our best wishes accompany you. CHURCH NOTES. -Rev. Mr Grense- baugh preached for Rev. Mr Couzens ih the Methodist church en Sunday evening, taking for his tex t Hebrews 12, 1; he gave a very good, instructive and useful discourse. The Epworth League topic was taken by Mies Well - wood on Tuesday evening; the subject being "The path of the just," NOTES. -Quite a number of Auburn people took in the social at Westfield on Monday evening. Mrs Couzens re- turned home from Chatham on Satur- day; she is recovering slowly. Mr T. Anderson and family and Mr Oullis' .family left for the Soo on Wednesday. Last Sunday Mr M. 13oltzhorn was driving Rev. Mr Couzens to Westfield, when the horse shied at some sheep on the road, upsetting the rig; Rev. Mr Couzens received 'some bad bruises. Quite a number of the Good Templars took in the district meeting at Londes- boro on the 24th. Miss L. Blair re- turned home last Friday after visiting friends here. Miss E. and Mr Dyer, of Toronto, are visiting under the par- ental roof. Mr R. Roberton and Miss L. Clark spent the 24th with friends at Grand Bend. Mr 8. Nickel and fami- ly spent the 24th at Atwood. Mr R. Match, er., has the stonework of his house ready for the carpenters; Mr J. Young hoe the contract. Mr J. Wil- son has purchased a horse and rig from Mrs McGill. Mr W. Erratt launched his boat last Wednesday: An itf sting event will happen at home 'one of our residents: next Wedn ay,•wlten two very popular young people will enter' the matrim- onial state. Holmesville We've bumped up against some corking good things. We'll show them in Clinton on June 22. FooT BALL. -The Beavers played their first match of the season on Fri- day evening with the Porter's Hill team. Although there was an hour's hard playing neither team succeeded in scoring a goal. Practise this (Fri- day) evening. CHEESE. -The factory is doing a big business this year. They made seven- teen cheese on Monday, and still all the milk is not in yet. Mr Johnson is talking of engaging another man as the work is assuming such proportions that the two of them cannot accom- plish it. Mr Connolly attended the cheese market on Saturday, but did not make any sale. NOTES. -Mr Fred Elford and wife left on Thursday morning to spend a week at Lucknow and Teeswater. Miss Rosa Tebbutt is spending a couple of weeks in Goderich. Mr Harvey Hall and sister, of Lucknow, are visit- ing at Mr A. J. Courtice's. Mr 11. B. Evans had a slight attack of quinsey; a couple of Mr Wilson's children are also laid up with it. Court of Revis- ion Was beld here on Wednesday, Mr Alf. Blackwell spent several days with friends in Mitchell, as did also Mr F. Mulholland. Mr Wilmot Andrews and sister were visiting their brother at Wroxeter. , Mr Wm. Mulholland spent the 24th in Mitchell. Mr and Mrs R. Acheson spent a few days with their daughter, Mrs D. B. Calbick, of Woodstock. Mr Peter Cook is again in our midst for a few days; he looks as hale and hearty as ever. The regu- lar meeting of the League will be held on Monday evening. CONCERT. -The concert given here in Wilson's hall on the evening of the 24th, under the auspices of the Holmes- ville Choral Society, was in every way a decided succees. Long before the program commenced the hall was packed to the door. The class took the platform early in the evening, and as had been pre -arranged kept the hall in a state of excitement till the pro- gram commenced. Some few of the older ones objected to this departure, but we wish to assure them that it was pre -meditated and in reality part of the evening's entertainment. The class had signified its intention of hav- ing no chairman elected, so Mr G. F. Oakes filled that position and the one of director as well. Shortly after 8 o'clock the ball was called to order, when the following program was rendered:- PART I. Chorus God save the Queen ........Class Gle@ Hear the mighty chorus Class Recitation Farmer Jinks on the S'anday car T. R. Courtice Quartette .a.A very bad cold -Miss Gardiner, Mrs F.Elford,Messrs Pickard and Gravelle Solo and Chorus Swing, baby, swing Miss E. Tebbutt Recitation..Sellln farm, the m • .Mies E. Walters Chorus,.Betteritowhistle than whine.,Class Quartette.. Fire alarm.. Miss Pickard, Messrs Forster, Pickard and colics Recitation.. California nuctioner..G.Acheson Duet..., Milkmaid.,,, Mr and Mrs G, F. Oakes Round Tame, tame Crane Class PAwr II Chorus Skating song Class Rocitation.,Thc demon ship ..MrC. L. Fisher Duet, -In Heavenly love abiding..Mr and Mrs F. Elford Solo and Chorus., Whip -poor -will.. Miss A. Stevenson and class Quartette..Mary ha,l a little lamb..Messrs Gravelle, Pickard, Forster and Tebbutt Cluj) swinging Misss E. Tebbutt Du -et -Horne, sweet homeMrs W. Pickard and Miss A, Yeo Solo The Tempest G. F. Oakes Recitation A Historical ride....F. Elford Quartette.. Auctioneer.. Mrs Elford,Mrs Oakes Messrs Courtice and Oakes Chorus Memory bells Class Miss Levine Tebbutt acted as organ- ist. The entertainment was closed by the singing of the National Anthem, after which the audience dispersed well satisfied with the evening's enter- tainment. Special mentiou need not be made of any particular part, as all acquitted themsel ves nobly. Great credit is certainly due to the director, Mr G. F. Oakes, and many are looking forward to the time when the Holmes- ville Choral Society will again take it upon themselves to give another en- tertainment. As stated in a previous is- sue the society will still hold its meet- tings during the sunnier, and it is now open for the introduction of new mem- bers. The first meeting will be held the second Tuesday in June at Mr Fred C. Elford's. Proceeds of the evening i amounted to $30. Blyth The greatest dem�nonstration ever attempted Clinton, June 22rid. NOTES. -Miss Perkins, of Gorrie, is the guest of Miss Hamilton atpresent. Mrs John Paulen, of Mitchell, was vis. iting her mother, Mrs John Moser, this week Miss J. Good, of Cranbrook, visited her cousin, Mr A, M. Babb. on Sunday. Miss Shepherd, of Clinton, was a guest of 'Mrs Wm. McElroy this week. Our worthy teachers attended the convention in Wingham last week. Masters Thomas and George Higley wheeled to Hanover on Saturday; over fifty miles in three hours. Dr. Tait spent Sunday at his home in St. Thom- as. The 24th was very quiet in our vil- lage. The farmers shpuld have no trouble in disposing of their wool this season, as there are three buyers on the market -Messrs Henderson & Rob- inson, P. Purvis, and Bainton Bros. Mr and Mrs 3. H. Carruth and daugh- ter Verna, of Wingham, were' the guests of Mre McElroy, Dinsley St., last week. Mrs R. Stater and daugh- ter Carrie are visiting friends in Chat- ham at present. Mrs Tait has return- ed home, after visiting her parents in Mancey for some time past. Mies M. A. Anderson was "At Home" to some of her friends on the afternoon of the 24th. Mise Nettie Stevens, of Clinton, was the guest of her sister in town this week. Mr Wm. Cash, of Goderich, was a visitor in town Net week. Mr and Mrq Purvis, of Teeswater, former- ly of this place, were guests of Mr Jos. Habkirk on Tuesday. The running of eleotrio oars in Kingston on Sunday will likely be taken to the courts. It is said that the Lord's Day 'Alliance will accept the challenge and see whether sank action is legal or not. Mullett. Exciting acrobatic performances, bicycle races, baseball, lacrosse, &o. Clinton June 22. A GOOD FIGURE. -A few days since Mr James Reynolds refused an offer of $150 for an eighteen months old filly; this is a very tempting price. Mr Rey- nolds is one of the best horsemen in the county, and only raises the choicest of stock. CORRECTION. -The farm of Mr E. Snell sold to Manny Hill contains 53 acres of land instead of 40, the price paid was $2,350, and instead of mak- ing his home on the farm Mr Snell goes to live with Mr Hill, being an uncle of his. NOTES. -Miss Susie F. Churchill has gone a visit to relatives in Colborne. Council and Court of Revision will meet on Saturday, the 29th inst. Messrs J. Knox, G. Sprung. Jas. Snell, M. Hill, W. Waite and A. T. McDon- ald represented the Hullett Reformers at the Dungannon convention Friday. Mr John B. Little has moved to the farm of his father-in-law, Mr George Westcott. Mrs Thos. Hill, of the grav- el road, is confined to her bed with in- flammatory rheumatism. Constance ANNI . ERSARY.-The Sabbath School anniversary services on the 23rd were very successful, Rev. Mr Millyard, of Clinton, rendered good service; in the afternoon he addressed the Sabbath School from the words "Whatsoever a man soweth that shall be also reap," which he made very interesting for the children as well as all present. In the evening he delivered a powerful, soul -stirring sermon from the words "He that bath seen Me hath seen the Father." The school is grateful to Mr Millyard for the services he so ably rendered, and know he will have the recompense of having helped many by his words. LEAGUE. -The E.L. of C.E. on Tues- day evening was led by Mr Night, of Cranbrook, a student of Belleville College, who is visiting at Mr J. Hin- chley s, He very plainly and helpful- ly discussed the topic for the evening, "The path of the just," and judging from the creditable delivery of the thoughts presented from the subject., will no doubt be very successful in bis profession. Leeburn DEATH, -The hand of death on Sat- 'nrday last removed from our midst Mrs Shaw, sr., mother of our townsman Ed. Shaw, and offJobn Shaw, Goderich, The deceased was one of our pioneers, settling here in 1856; she coming firom Subdury, Nottingham, Eng., to Can- ada. Several years afterwards her hus- band died, and since then she has lived in:our community. Till within a few years of her death she was a regular attendant at the Presbyterian church until the infirmities les of age e comingup- on -on her, preventing her going. • Like. ripened sheaf she was gathered into her Master's garner, in the fullness of years, being within a month of her 81st year. Till a few hours before her end she was conversing with those about her, and she passed peacefully away to another home. 13rucerfiel d When in Clinton -on June 22nd "if you don't see what you want" ask a policeman -if you can find one. BASMBALL. - our boys have tak- en a move in the right direction, they have purchased an outfit tor baseball. They intend practising on the evenings of Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. This is a good chancefor all lovers of sport, and very soon Brucefield will boast of a strong team. CHURCH. -The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper will be observed on the first Sabbath of June. Rev. Mr Mus- grove of McKillop, will preach prepar- atory services on Friday. Rev. Mr Muir has been appointed delegate to the General Assembly which meets in Winnipeg in June. NOTES. -Mr Jas. Coleman, of Hib- bert, formerly of our village, is at pres- ent thought to be dying of cancer, and no hopes are entertained for his re- covery. Miss Bessie Ross, of Clinton, visited in our village last week; her many friends here were glad to hear of her success in McGill College. Write a number of our citizens attended the games in Exeter on the 24th, and other places, while a goodly number attend- ed to the interests at home. Mr John Aikenhead, of Hobb's establishment, London, spent a few days at home this week. Mrs Montgomery, ofBlytb, vis- ited this week at the home of her aunt, Mrs McMillan, and other friends. Mr Robt Beatty, of Detroit, who was vis- iting at the home of his sister, Mrs Scott, has retur ned home. Mrs Fach's sale was well attended, and everything went at a fair price; she expects to go to Seaforth shortly, where she has purchased a house. Mr Thompson at- tended the Teachers'. Convention in Exeter on Saturday. Miss Belle Mc- Donald, of Clinton, spent a few days at the home of her patents this week, The road machine has ciimmenced oper- ations on the Bayfield road west of here and is doing very good work. Most of the teachers around here attended the Teachers' Convention at Exeter. Although many of our citizens spent the 24th at Exeter and other places, the weather was too unfavorable to make the day enjoyable. District Meeting The Goderich District Meeting of the Methodist church had not concluded its business last week at the time we went to press, and the toliowing was the result of business afterwards trans- acted:- Represebtatives elected to the var- ious committees: -Stationing Com.- Rev.S. Bond, Seaforth. Sunday School Com. -Rev. R. Miilyard, R. W. Mc- Kenzie, Goderich, Epworth League Com, -,Rev. Wm. Godwin, Jacob Tay- lor. Missionary Cont. -R. oW. McKen- zie. Sustentation Fund 'Gorr. --Rev., G. W. Andrews, Wm. Doherty, The following totals may be of in- terest: -Total membdrship in the dis- trict 3908, being an increase of 02. The money cotitributed to the var. i The Wonder of Mean , Is the marvellous mechanism o the eye. Prom its very perteotne p( it often does, and is allowed to do work it was never intended should do, unaided. I1 you hare any trouble with your vision, any ;3' pain in the eyes after reading or sewing for a while, any heedschek,"'' particularly acmes the eyes, it be- hooves you to hey' your eyes exerne Med. We are experienoed graduates optioans-we will test your eyui ".' free of charge--reco[muend what we know will do you most:, good -either glasses, no glasses 0r, physioian'etreatment. Most likely; properly fitted glasses are all that is required. If so, we fit thea tQ suit and satisfy. Olrarges for• glasses moderate and money back if you want it. ALLEN & WILSON' Graduate Druggists & Opticians,'? (hinter. Yon are sure tit be in town June 02',.'" Clinton's Jubilee Celebration. We will be open all morning for youa accommodation. WrMs ious funds was as follows: -Missions money, $2,143.86; Superannuiitinrit; Fund, $674; Educational, $199; Contin.- gent, $58; General Conference, $53, Union Church - Relief,; $46; :,Sunda School Aid, 329; Sustentation 3111; Gen. Epworth League, $23; Woman's; Missionary Society, $466; total (Jon- nexional Funds, $3,689; for Circuit purposes, $10,051; for salaries, $10,876;; total amount°raised for all purposes :' $24,698. No. of Sunday Schools 33, No o scholars 3269. Expended for seholly purposes $1,506.93. No. of Epworth Leagues, 31. Membership - Active, 1010; Associate, 427; Total, 1,437. ^et• The following resolutions were unw animously passed: -That we exprei,; our heartiest appreciation of thee,,- ficient manner in which Rev. J. Edgy, has served the district as chairm. an during the year. That the thanks' ofd this District meeting be extended to,; the Methodists of Clinton for the,,' hearty hospitality granted us. - District Templars The May meeting of Huron Distriee, Lodge No, 24 LO. of G.T. was held ins;'" the Londeeboro lodge room on Mopit• day, May 24th. There was a good a tendance of delegates from the severe, lodges, whose reports show an incre of membership in the district. A res lution was paesed favoring thele; ing by the Government of a direct upon the people for the purpos raising the revenue that would be '10 through the adoption of a Prohibftor3ty Liquor Law, also that the whole niter;e tion of the Government in connectiqu with the Plebiscite Bill, etc. s ld bei<, known before a vote is taken than l' . the voters can vote intelligenty Ifs; the evening the members of 'Londes- boro lodge held a pink and while eon'' cert, was a grand success. The following officers were betel for the coming year: - D. %s T., J. Murdoch, Lucknow. P. V. T., Ada Crisp, Londesboro. D. Conn., J. W. Moore, Clinton. D.S.J.T., Miss Mary Armstrong, Lucknow. D. Secy. and Treas., Bond Lawrason, Londe koro, D. A. Sec., Miss L• Brigham, Londesboro. D. M., Mr McInnes Blyth. D. M., Miss Clark, �Poeswater, D. G•, Miss Knox, Auburn, D. S., Mr Bainton, Blythe D. Chap., Jas. Young Clinton P.D,T., L. Farnham, Constance Representative to Grand Ledge, Rev !41' Andrews, Londesboro. THE NEw ERA GIVES THE HOME NEWS The regular meeting of the Clinteri ; W. C. T. U. was held at the residence3 of Mrs. Biddlecombe on Tuesday, 25th inst., the President in the chair.. After;:'; the meeting was opened, Mies Fishers Wingham, the County President, wa§v;,,' introduced and addressed the meeting;:'a' on various lines of work, such as Pats.' . for meetings, Demorest medal conteeh ' work, the Curfew Bell, which was resti" commended to be rung:every night 'afr,<s 9 o'clock. A petition is to be circulated;;; to the ratepayers and mothers of the town, asking their support to this meg-,; sure. A school of methods is to bee' 'a held in June, when this county is to ba. til arranged. THE CINEMATOctRAPHE.-Under t11e " auspices of St. Paul's Church Choir;;?•4 the Cinematographe will exhibit the Town Hall, June 3 and 4. The' a;a outfit is a better one than was here's', before and the pictures are all new. •) They do not, however, include the Corbett -Fitzsimons fight. Tickets front: any member of the choir, and reservedrs; seats at Jackson Bros. A few pres;' opinions: - The motion pictures shown by the Clog matographe have amazed (not only startled) . „a the whole city. -New York Sun. g 2 , To miss seeing the Cinematographe is 'eik„J;�;, miss half the value of a life time, TOrontfY World. The magical Cinematogra he was an 104 stantaneous success.—New York Recorder. • It is one of the greatest marvels of thi'rt marvellous age. -Toronto Globe. It is impossible to appropriately descrlb&..,,;K, the wonders of the Cinematographe. Every-, one should see it, -London Advertiser. • Thrilling are its views; perfect is the Bill like motion. The Cinematographe is marvels lour. -New fork Herald. The report of West Huron Teaoher's Assn. dation and other matter in type is unavoid.' edly left over till next week. TRIAL TRIP. We will send the NEW, ERA to new subscriber from now to 1st January,.' 1898, for the sum of $0d Cash. if you do not tak13 it now is your chancetrf get a firsti'elass local vn#,� per at a low priCe. MWUIYWUU1+U@MPUUi