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WATERING A DESERT
cheat Inland Sea Due to a Plucky
Pioneer and Ills Little
Boat.
Public attention has been drawn
i:n one of the romances of British
Empire development by the unveil-
ing of n granite column on Hind -
marsh Island, at the mouth of the
)tiger Murray, In Australia, to com-
memorate a great adventure of a
cont try ago.
The hero of this adventure was
Captain Charles Sturt. He set out to
discover a legendary inland sea west
of the Blue Mountains, and found
something that has proved of prune
importance in the development of
Anstralla—that the eastern river eye-
letn, the possibilities and extent of
which had never before been realiz-
ed, drained an area of 414,263
square miles, or twice the size of
France.
And now, thanks to the river down
which Sturt was the first to voyage,
the dream of an inland sea Is at last
AFRICAN BUFFALOES.
Rave Been Kamm to BILI Ilona on
Several Oecrteiora.
Experteueed hunters all agree that
the wild native buffalo of South Af-
rica Is the most daugeroue animal on
that continent. Says one of thept In
a recent letter to the London Field:
"Single lions very often do g herd
of buffalo, their rugtt>o belts#tit le
for a calf or young he,111l11f-grolvti'
to stray a little wry front the
pull it down and then run
lives, as the mother-oow
tably charge and probably b
number of the herd after`
on the lion. But
herd will move off ap
returns for his feed,
combine into a troop to kill F pba
they use the same Wailes all the airi-
gle 1100, except that they meq' Dun i
down a full-grown beast.
"I am quite eonrianed In pay ,wn 1
mind that no single lion could b 1llg i
down and kill a. full-grown br]IIalo
bull single-handed, though be plight '
do es with a oow, There Is sett a
to become a fact. Work is now In teemendoue mass of mueele and grim -
progress on the Hume reservoir, as a Ile extending from the shoulders to
the back of the head that a lion Darer
not break the nook wltli that eat WO
and wrench of 1 paw tbet he seers
Stint did not actually discover the employs. The bull ga ope full
Into a tree and literally sweeps t
hurray—that was done by Hamilton ilon off Ole back. Probably arbehing
Hume, who crossed It in 1824—but him badly Into the bargain. Iii then
he leas the first to discover how It turns round and n toil da
linked up with the rest of the eastern the Ilon to deathB �Retreeseq gave
LOCAL NEWS ITEMS
Rev. Mr. Anderson is in attendance at
Conference in Woodstock this week.
Mr. Robt, Herbert, of Hamilton, spent
over the holiday at the home of Mr. C.
Fraser,
Mr. Alex. Smith, of Hensall, is spend-
ing a few days with his daughter, Mrs.
Iwo,John Craig.
)fait
result of which an area of 44,000
acres will be submerged to form the
greatest fresh -water lake In the Is-
land Continent.
river aystem and to realize the con-
tribution It might make to the de-
velopment of the country.
The expedition that was to change
the neap of Australia and the course
of Australian history started out
equipped for travel on land. Carry-
ing stores on drays, it made its way
along the bank of the Murrumbtdgee.
for 440 miles. Then Sturt was faced
with an obstacle that seemed to make
further progreas impossible. Great
forests of reeds barred the path.
Sturt, however, was not a man
whom It was easy to stop, Among
his equipment were two small boats,
iu sections, which he had brought
along hs case they were wanted. Be
put the sections together and took
to the river with a small party of
dauntese spirits.
The voyage started badly, The
very next day the second boat en-
countered sunken rocks and was
swamped, all the party's provisions
being lost except flour, tea, and
sugar.
Even this did not make the adven
turers turn back. On they went,
though the channel was narrov.ing,
and the river was black with tree -
trunks swept down by flood. Again
aid again whet seemed almost cer-
tain disaster was avoided only by a
hairbreadth.
From this nightmare journey down
a fierce and dangerous torrent, the
little boat was suddenly swept out
on to the placid bosom of what Sturt
described as a "broad and noble riv-
er." Down this they voyaged until
they reached the sea, thirty-five days
after they had launched their frail
craft on the Mnrtumbidgee.
The return journey proved as dan-
gerous as the voyage to the sea, hut
although the current was now
against them, It took only seven days
longer.
So far, the Murray has been utilized
chiefly for irrigation purposes—the
fact that its mouth Is obstructed by
eandbanke has dteem) raged attempts
to use tt as a highway for trade. Even
in irrigation the most impotent works
have only been undertaken within re-
cent years, and the full progra4m is
likely to take another Ove years to
complete.
Indeed, It is a little doubtful if all
the works planned will be completed.
There Is no doubt of their practtc-
ability; there le it doubt that they
would open up a great new area for
settlement; but there is considerable
doubt as to whether markets could
be found for so large an additional
produce. That is why- the British
Economic) Mission to Australia re-
cently recommended caution in pro-
ceeding with the scheme.
But the results of what has already
been accomplished are distinctly en-
couraging. Three-fifths of Australia's
canned fruit production comes front
laud which has been irrigated, and
land which was valueless only ten
years ago now commands, thanks to
irrigation, a price of $1,500 or even
$2,000 an acre.
Sturt, who died In England In
1860, saw none of these develop-
ments, but It was he who made them
possible,
been known to kill Bone on aevaeai
oecaslons.
"If a herd of buffalo have reason
to believe that a troop of Ilona are
about they get all the calves Into the
centre, form up in a circle with their
tabs facing their centre, and no lion
or lions will tackle that menacing
ring of horns._'- —
Treasure House of 'Books.
The old Bodleian Library at Og-r
ford Is now lighted by electricity, 90
great are the Bodleian treasures In
books and manuscripts, so appalling
would he the lose if lire seized them,
that artificial light has always been
forbidden there. Even the teekt gleam
of the electric bulb was forbidden,
for electric wires fuse. But with the
confidence derived from modern
methods of insulation the authorities
have consented to the wiring of cer-
tain parts. The oousclentloue stu-
dent, who was once turned out at
dusk, will be able to pursue We stu-
dies longer.
Fish Moths.
Silverfish or fish moths as they are
sometimes called are slender wing -
leas scale -covered Insects posseseing
a pair of long antennae or "feelers"
and three long tail-like appendages
at the end of the abdomen. They fre-
quently attract attention in dwell-
ings, libraries, bake -shops and var-
ious other buildings where they may
be found in warm motet secluded sit-
uations, in and among papers„books,
clothing, etc, When disturbed or sud-
denly exposed to strong light they
run rapidly into a place of conceal-
ment. Silverfish feed chiefly on
starchy materials and glue, and for
this reason sometimes cadre serious
damage to glazed papers and hind -
Inge of books. In addition they at-
tack starched clothing and fabrics
and feed on dry food stuffs contain-
ing starch. They also have been
known to remove the paste from be-
hind wall papers causing the latter
to peel from the walls,
First Typist, Unwelcome.
New ideas at the British Foreign
Office apparently do not always meet
with spontaneous welcome, according
to Dr. Hugh Dalton, Under-Secretary
for Foreign Milan's. Lecturing at the
London School 51 Economics recently
Dr. Dalton said that in 1889 a great
Innovation was Introduced Into the
Foreign Office. The first typist ap-
peared, a woman named Mrs. Fulch-
er, but Queen Victoria refused to
read what Mrs. Fulcher typed. She
always insisted that whatever was
submitted by her Mlnletera ahould be
printed or inscribed with a pen,
Longest Non -Strip Railway Journey,
After Eighty -Three Years,
After 88 years the Gradez glacier,
in East Tyrol,has delivered up one of
its dead. The body of the man, a
gamekeeper called Matterehorn, was
brought to light like that of a dead
Rip Van Winkle, in almost the state
in which life left it 53 years ago,
Tasmania Uses Electricity,
Tasmania leads the world in the
per capita .consumption of electrical
Dower, although the main power de-
velopment began only about fourteen
sears ago. Canada comes next,
Miss Hazel Pette, of Lor don, spent ov-
er the holiday with her parents, Mr. and
Mrs. J. Petts,
Mr, and Mrs, David Laidlaw, accom-
panied by Mrs. H. ,Richmond, visited
with London friends last week.
Mise Bertha Brogden, of London, is vis-
iting her mother at the home of her laugh
ter, Ivlrs, Lyon. Mrs. Brogden at the
time of going to press ie critically fl ,
By popular request, Blyth Citizens'
1 and will present "A Pair of Sixes.” in
Memorial Hall, Blyth, on Wednesday,
June 18th. Special numbers between acts
There will be a meeting of the directors
of Blyth Agricultural Society in the Stand
Ind Office, Thursday evening, May 29th,
at 8 o'clock for the purpcse of revising the
prize lint and other business, A good
attendance is requested,
Miss Viola Fraser, of the Clinton teach-
ing staff, had the misfortune to break a
small bone in her right hand, while play-
ing ball one day last week. While she has
not had to quit teaching, yet it is quite a
handicap. She spent the holiday with ha
parents here.
It was somewhat of a surprise when it
became known that Dr, J. Ross would,
Ibis fait give up his medical practise in
Blyth, having enlisted as a medical nris-
sionary,to China, Ile will likely leave
for the orient the same time as Dr. E. C.
Wilford in September.
Quite a number from this section atten-
ded the Shakesperian play given by the
Normalites of Stratford, on Friday night
last, Mr. Ephraim Gray, son of Mr. and
Mrs. Wm. Gray, Hullett, took the part of
Rt meo with credit. His part, which was
a difficult exposition, was exceptionally
delivered and he is the recipient of well.
warranted praise.
What is claimed to be the longest
non -atop railway Journey ever made
has been accomplished in South
America, where a Beardmore -Diesel
electrto engine hauled a special train
from Buenos 'Aires to Otpollettt, a
distance of 775 miles, In 20 boars 81
minutes.,.,
Joint Meetings at 0. A. C.
The month of .i une is well known as a
busy one at the Ontario Agricultural Col-
lege and this year, judging by the meet-
ings already an. ounced, it is even going
to be busier than ever. The tentative list
is as follows: -
Tuesda.. , June 10 -Dairy Cottle breed.
ers' Field Day.
'l'uesday and Wednesday. June 10 and
11 -Poultry Breeders' meetings.
Wednesday and Thursday, June 11 and
12 -Yorkshire Breeders' Field Day. -
Saturday, June 14 -Wellington County
Jr, Farmers' Judging Competition,
And then cemes "Farmers' Week" tvith
the following days allotted to the various
counties:
Monday, June 10 -Counties of Lamb.
ton, Wentworth, Lincoln, Welland, Nor -
foie, Kent, Essex, Elgin and Haldimand.
Tuesday. June 17th -Halton, Waterloo,
Dufferin, Perth, Huron, Grey and Bruce.
Wednesday -June 18th -Peel, Simcoe,
York, Ontario, Durham, Nort..umberland
Hastin:s and Eastern Counties,
Thursday, June 18th -Brant, Oxford,
Wellington, Middlesex. Muskoka, Victor-
ia and Peterboro.
The Ladies' Aid of Queen St, United
Church Blyth, will hold a Garden Party,
on the Parsonage Grounds Tuesday eve.
June 10th, A meat supper will be served
from 0 p to. until alt are satisfied. The
program will be supplied by Blyth Citiz-
ens' Band. General band numbers dur-
ing the supper hour will be followed by a
high class platform program consisting of
Brass Quartette, Trumpet Solos, Quar-
tettes, Duets, Solos, Orchestra numbers
and Readings, Admission 35c. and 25c.
Should the weather be unsuitable for an
outdoor performance. the supper and
program will he provided in Queen St.
Church,
It w; s with profound sorrow that citiz-
ens learned on Sunday that Vern Evelyn
Bennett, beloved wife of Eric E. Ward
Jones had passed away at the private
Hospital, Toronto, after only a week's ill-
ness fro n pneumonia. The decease d was
a daughter of the late John and Mrs. Ben
nett. of Blyth, and her early Years were
spent here. She had for many years been
engaged with one of the large millinery
establishmets in Toronto as purchasing
agent and this employment afforded her
many trips to Pads France, the seat of
fashion. She is survived by three sisters
and one brother. namely: -Mrs. R. R.
Sloan, Goderich Tp,; Mrs. H. A. Thomas
Guelph: Mrs. Chas. Hall, China. and F.
Bennett, of Calgary. The remains were
brought to Blyth on Tuesday to St. An
drews' Urited Church where service was
conducted by Rev, Mr. Gale, of Bruce -
field, assisted by Rev, Geo. Weir,. follow-
ed by interment in the family plot in the
Union t emetery. There was a large at•
tendance of friends assembled at the
church and the mass of floral tributes laid
upon the casket betokened the esteem in
which deceased was held.
The last weekly meeting of the Y. P, S.
for this reason was held in Queen Street
United Church on Monday evening, Dr.
Ross preeiding, The meeting opened
w itis the reading of the scripture lesson
and prayer by Rev. Mr. Weir. The
meeting was favored with a duet by
The regular monthly meeting of the W. Messrs, G. D. Leith and H. Mason Mrs
M. S. of Old St. Andrew's was held on E. Cartwright then told about Summer
Monday evening at 8 o'clock. The vice
president, Mrs. B. Herrington occupied
the chair during the business of society.
Following the opening hymn, Rev, Mr.
Goodwill offered prayer. The scripture
was given by Miss C. A. Taylor followed
with prayer by Mr, Robt, Shortreed. A
missionary number was sung by Isobel
Curring, Bessie Weymouth, Hugh Cum.
ing and Murray Scrimgeour. The speak.
er of the evening, Miss P. Lamont, Pro-
vincial Field Secretary of the Presbyter-
ian Church, then addressed the meeting.
She delighted her audience with an in-
teresing account of her work throughout
Canada, especially in Ontario where she
is now working. The mission task of the
church was presented showing its great
responsibility but glorious opportunit,es
for the women of the church. Following
this much appreciated talk Miss J. Som-
ers sang,"Go in the name of the Master"
The meeting closed with the .doxology
and Mizpah benediction.
Schools, especially the Goderich School;
after which we were favored by a reading
by Miss Hazel Richards, Dr. Ross gave
a short address on Vacation Health, deal-
ing with it under the following headings:
"Spiritual Health, Mental Health and
Physical Health." Miss Elizabeth Mills
(avored us with an instrumental. Mr.
Bray then gave a short talk on his vaca-
tion experiences in camp life, after which
Miss Vivian McElroy gave a reading,
Rev. Mr. Weir then gave a short talk on
his ve'Mien experiences spent in Musko-
ka district and of the many thrilling en-
counters he had, We were favored with
an instrumental duet by Misses D,rcthy
Hullyman and Pauline Robinson. Rev.
Mr. Anderson then gave a short talk on
Isis experiences on the prairie, which were
both thrilling and humorous. The meet-
ing closed with prayer by Mr. Andersen,
after which all joined in a contest and the
Social Committee served ''hot dogs" and
coffee as refreshments,
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H. A. LOFFREE
successor to
J. FERCUSON & CO. Brussels
IN THE McMURCHIE BL OCK, BLYTH.
LADIES' HOUSE DRESSES
In Fancy Prints All Ready To Put On at $1.39 to $1.48
See Our Assortment of
LADIES LACE COLLAR & CUFF SETS
To fit nearly any style of dress from 35cts up,
NEW RAYON SILKS
One Dress Length Of Each, Only
DRAPERY CHINTZ
A Nice Range to Choose From. 36 Inches Wide for 25c
PURE LINEN TABLE CLOTHS
Colored Border In Blue 8c Gold. Special $1.19
MEN'S SWEATER COATS
Camel & Brown. Black & White, Cardinal & Black,
Black Fronts. Just Arrived $4.95
Men's Work Sox. pair or 4 pairs 95c
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In Either Styles You Wish, Button or no Button. All
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Try a suit of our Forsyth Shirts or Shorts, Assorted colors
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We have a complete range of Men's Shirts, O'alls, Work
Pants, Smocks, Merino Underwear, Etc
NO TROUBLE TO SHOW GOODS
Phone 71 ALEX. SPARLING, M'gr.
89c
BENMILLER
NURSERIES
SIXTY SEVEN HEARS'
EXPERIENCE
Islyour guarantee That plants obtained
from us are in every way dependable,
We Grow None But The Best.
GIANT ASTORS, Mixed and in Separ-
ate Colors.
GIANT SNAPDRAGONS, In a great
variety of Colors.
WONDERFUL FLUFFY RUEELE
PETUNIAS
PANSIES, VERBENAS, ' gTOCKS
PIILOP, ETC.
TOMATOES. CABBAGE, CAULI
FLOWERS, CELERY, PEPPERS,
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R. R. 4, Goderich, Ont.
'Phone Carlow 235.
Mr, R. M, McKay is confined to his
home with a severe attack of the flu,
Mr, Thos. H, Taylor had the misfor-
tune to be thrown from a truck when it
struck the curb on Tuesday afternoon,
He fell very heavily to the pavement,
striking his head rendering him uncon-
scious. He was taken home and ut time
of going to press seems improving,
The annual meeting and ncminating
convention of the Liberal Association of
North Huron held at Wingham 00 Tues-
day afternoon, selected Mr, Wm, II.
Robertson, editor of the Goderich Signal,
as their candidate to contest the riding at
the forthcoming Federal election.
Miss Eleanor M. Snider, A. T. C. M.
of Brucefield, teacher of piano, vocal and
theory. Pupils prepared for Toronto
Conservatory examinations. Will 'be in
Blyth on Monday, June 2nd. Studio at
Mrs. Harvey Mason's home. I will be
pleased to meet anyone wishing to start
lessons or leave your name with Mrs.
Sadie Cuming, Telepeone Office,
Believed to be a record, and if not con-
sidered worthy of mention in the stock
men's mythical "Hall of Fame" is the
mark established on the farm of David
Hinds, resident of the 7th con., Dover Tp
Kent County. Mr. Hinds has been farm
ing for 17 years and in that period no less
than ten sets of twin calves have been
barn on his farm. Friends believe the
mark is a unique one for Western Ontarie
at the least, Three pairs of twin calves -
six animals in all were born this year One
of the number is described as a freak
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FINAL
15 DAY SALE
Lasting until June 7th.
SHOES, HARNESS, TRUNKS,
TRAVELLING BAGS, AND
ALL LEATHER
GOODS
During this Sale Prices will be
Set Single Harness, reg $33.00, sale $26.50
Set Single Harness, reg $30.00, sale $25.00
Set Single Harness, reg $27.00, sale $23.00
Set Web Traces (extra qualily) $16,00
reduced to $13.95
Steamer Trunk reg. 47.50 now $ 5.95
Steamer Trunk reg $8,50 now__$ 6.95
Steamer Trunk reg $10.00 now $ 8.25
Trunk reg. $7.00 now $ 5.75
TRAVELLING BAGS AND SUIT
• CASES REDUCED ABOUT
25 PER CENT.
HORSE COLLARS, BLANKETS,
MITTS, RUBBERS, RUNNING
SHOES.
ALL AT A SAVING IN PRICE WORTH TAKING
ADVANTAGE OF.
SHOES
All shoes will be sold 10 per cent be-
low previous sale price. And for
the early buyer, a number •
of shoes are marked
below cost.
buying public.
Oar previous sale was a splendid success and
the present sale will be conducted along the
same lines with even greater savings to the
R. H. ROBINSON,
BLYTH.
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