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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance, 1902-05-29, Page 168 THE `INGITAM ADVANCE, May 29, 1902 Prohibition !' Prohibition is the great issue at the present time. Some people go so far as to say, "That we should be prohibited from selling Ready-made Clothing at such sacrifice prices." Be that as it may, the gain is yours. This week we have the biggest snaps in Suits that we have ever offered. The maker's price for these was $10.00; there are just 15 of these Suits —that is the only trouble, quantity too small — made ,from the choicest Tweeds in light and dark shades ; the patterns are very satisfying ; enough kinds to meet all good tastes ; Suits are silk and linen sewn throughout ; on Saturday, May 31st, you may buy one of these $10.00 Suits, while they last, for.., $0 75 (You may as well save $3.25 as your neighbor.) Men's Fast Black Cotton Hose, regular price 20c, Saturday 2 pair for.... 25c Men's Featherweight Straw Hats, good value at 50c—buy them on Sat- urday for Men's Linen Collars in all the latest styles, regular price 20 cents, Satur- day 2 for Men's Colored Shirts, with two separate stand-up turned -down Collars, 60c very special. on Saturday Men's Summer Suits, made of splendid wearing linen, latest style cut, nicely finished, maker's price $3.50, buy them on Satuday at $1 '75 Men's Natural Wool Underwear is the nicest for summer wear. This line is beautifully finished and is always sold at $2.25 a Suit, but on Saturday you may buy it at, per Suit $1 45 We are celebrating Victoria Day by giving tremendous Bargains on Saturday, May 31st. Come with the crowds D. M. Gordon DIRECT IMPORTER WINGHAM 'Remember Ross' When You Want WALL PAPER For the next 30 days, last year's papers will be sold at a great reduction : Jo cent Papers at 8 cents 1214 at l4 10 sc All other prices reduced proportionately. Still a large stock of this season's papers, choice patterns, at close prices. See our Stock, get our Prices. "ikknt. Ikoss *news from WI Over the Count\ From Our Own Correspondents and County Exchanges Corrie. W. J. Greer of Wingham Sundayed in town. We have a copper in our possession dated 1811. Thos. Shortt and wife spent the 2.lth in Wingham. Miss Wilson has removed above An- drews' store. Mr, Lloyd and his men will be with us this week again. Thomas' Bazaar Button Block, Wingham. Sy-TLTRDAY BARGAINS CHAIR SEATS. " Mend your own Chairs," Well varnished, perforated Chair Bottoms, in 3 .e&' s, 8 for 25c WALL PAPER. We have 1000 rolls Wall Paper which we are selling at half price in order to clear out - 15c Roll for........ 8c 300 " ........1tic 12c " ....... , (le GRANITE WARE. See our window for Granite - 'Irate Bargains— Tea Pots, reg. price 35e for...10c Coffee Pots " 35c for.. ,10c Wash Basins, reg. 25c for....10c Tea Drawers, reg. 25c for....10c Pudding Dishes, reg. 25e for, .100 Purchases to the amount of 50c will entitle you to any gran- ite article in our window for 10c, " Seo our window," HAMMOCKS. A good Hammock for CHINA. China Cups & Saucers, white and pink, gold edge, regular price 25c for 15c Bread & Butter Plates, eachlOc China Cream Pitchers for15c Toilet Nets, reg, $2.50 for 1.08 HARDWARE. A good Hammer for 17c Flue Stoppers, painted and decorated, each 8c 2 pkg's. Carpet Tacks for., 5c Coat and Hat Hooks, per doz25c SOAPS. Baby's Own Soap, reg. price 30e a box, now for 25c Soothing Cream Soap, reg 25c a box, now for 20c Master Mechanic Soap, reg- ular price 10c, for 7c Genuine Brown Windsor Soap, reg, 5c a cake, 3 for 10c 05c Saturday Bargains Only The Advance 50 cents for remainder of year W. 11. Kerr of Toronto gave us a flying call en Monday, Chas, King and wife wero the guests of Wingham friends on Friday, Miss Ryan of Mount Forest is the guest of Miss Mae Knox this week. Mrs, Wm. Irwin and daughter of Belmore were in the village on Friday. A large number of our citizens went to Listowel and Wingham to spend the 244th. Mr. A, James of Toronto, represent- ing the Newcombe Piano 0., was in town on Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Ward of Harris - ton were in our Hub on Friday. Mr, Ward had his best team. Mrs. Alexander of Winnipeg and the Misses Bentleys of Blyth were the guests of Mrs. S. Greer on Sunday. It is expected that the Orangemen from Grand Valley, and between there and Gorrie,will be with us on the 12th. Our teachiug staff was in attendance at the Teachers' convention, held in Brussel Thursday and Friday of last week. W. H. Ardell took advantage of the reduced rates to visit his parents in town ; Will. likes Wiarton and is doing well. Mr. and Mrs. William Gregg, Miss Brown and Miss Clarke of Palmerston were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. White of the Anglo-American on Sunday. The Council sat on Monday as a Court of Revision ; very few appeals were put in, and Mr. Wade is to be congratulated on his successful work, Rev. Mr. Auld of Lucknow will' oc- cupy the pulpit in St. Stephen's church next Sunday and administer the Sacra- ment of the Lord's Supper. No doubt a large number will turn out to hear Mr. Auld. Edward James has bad lightning rods erected on his barn and driving - house. There must be something in lightning rods when such a prosperous and go-ahead farmer as Mr. James takes stock in them.; The hog market on Monday was very large. Besides Mr. Stinson's large consignment, Messrs. Granger & Rob- inson shipped a large number also. The price was $6.75 per 100 lbs. The farmers are all well pleased with our weigh -master. L, O. L. district of Howick met in the Orange Hall, Gorrie, on Saturday, May 24th. All points in the district were well represented. The most im- portant business was to decide where to celebrate the 12th this year. The unanimous decision was Gorrie, conse- quently the walk will be held here so far as the Howick district is concerned. Every effort will be put forth by' the citizens to make this the best celebra- tion ever held in Howiek. Wroxeter. Miss Jennie Miller of Toronto the holidays at her home here. Alvin Hemphill of Walkerton spent a few days last week with friends in town. Wm. Leckie spent the holidays in London. The Misses Munroe of Milverton vis- ited friends in town last week. Geo, F. Gibson, which on his way to B. 0. spent a few days last week with his sister, Mrs. Dickson of town. Messrs, Mc Kelvie, Farrell and Reise were in Toronto on business last, week, Mrs. Scott and children spent the holidays in Weston. Jack Brawn of Toronto holidayed with friends in town. Mrs. Tipling of Goderieh visited her sister Mrs. Miller for a few days last week. A number from town attended the Nomination in Brussels on Thursday last. Mrs. McLean of Harriston spent the holidays with her son, Mr. A. McLean of town. Mr, Hartley, Principal of the school here attended the teachers' convention in Brussels last week. Wm. Wilson was in days last week. Rev. and Mrs. McKelvie and Wing - ham Wednesday and Thursday of last week. Frank Edwards spent the 24th with friends in Fordwich. Miss Letta Morrison holidayed with friends in Arthur. Byron Simmons of Toronto spent the holidays with his parents in town. A number from here were' in 'Wing - ham on the 24th enjoying the sports. Master Austin and Miss Ada Morri- son spent the 21th with Harriston friends. Mrs. Taud and Mrs. Armstrong of Gorrie were in town on Thursday of last week organizing a branch society of the East Huron Woman's Institute. The Society will meet on the third Thursday of each month. Mrs, Wil- son was chosen President, and Mrs. Bray, Sec -Treasurer. spent Toronto a few A large number attended the notni- nation in Brussels on Thursday of last week. The Reformers exceeded the Conservatives as regards numbers. Both candidates made speeches, as did also their mover and seconder. We are informed that Mr, Spotton mase a most excellent speech, the first one of the campaign. Mr. Hyslop, who has had a good deal of practice, did very well also, East Huron is a Grit hive, and it seems almost impossible to ex- pect the return of the Conservative candidate. We can recall '78, and such a thing as electing a Conservative in East Huron might occur, Something is going to drop on the 20th (to -day). St. Helens. Mrs. R. K. Miller went to Toronto last week to visit friends. Robert Barbour of Erin visited his sisited Mrs. Win. Barbour lately. Wm. B. Farrier bought a team of year old colts up at Black Horse the other day. Fred. Bond spent the 211,11 at his brothers in Kincardine, Quite a number from here attended the nomination at Dungannon on Thursday. Mr. Tebbutt, Miss Annie Clark and Miss McFarlane attended the Teach- ers' convention at Goderich last week. Robert Woods traded horses with James Thompson of Belfast last week. Dr. James Gordon of Bipley and Miss Bella Me0rostie called on friends around St. Helens lately. Salem. R, Strong of Wingham and his sis- ter, Miss Strong of Fordwich spent Sunday last with their sister Mrs, McMichael, A number from this part attended Mr, R. Barris' sale on Tuesday of this week. Miss Stokes did not teaeh school on Friday last owing to the illness of her mother. • James Lougely of Toronto spent a few days visiting his parents. J. Barfly attended the teachers' con- vention, which was held in Brussels • last Thursday and Friday. Miss Millie Weir entertained a num- ber of her young friende on 'Thursday evening last; a very enjoyable time was spent, Albert (Gallaher AO his sister Mrs, Goodfellow from 'VVi'ogcteX, took a business trip to Ilanover one da k,p.t week. The storin of Thursday last did a great deal data ago in sotne parts, East Wawanosh. Miss Stella Cook is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Fells of Wingham at present. Miss Alia Leisbman of Marnoch is visiting friends near Blyth this week. Albert Fothergill was visiting friends in Bluevale last Sunday. Turnberry. James Anaemia has raised leis bar n two feet above the pr esprit fuiu.dation, preparatory to inai.ing extensive ad- ditions and improvement% VPtn. Yeo, sen„ lost a valuable horse a few days ago ; the veterinary who diagnosed the case pronounced it rule ture of the stomach, Mrs. Stamper has assumed the duties of housekeeper for Win. Yeo, jun. Mr, and Mrs. William .Passmore of Teeswater visited It. J. Oantelon on Sunday. 1131'. Passmore has charge of the painting department of (sillies & Martin's foundry, Mrs, R. Leathorn spent the Victoria holiday with friends at hamburg. Miss Maggie Balfour of Toronto took advantage of the excursion to visit friends in this vicinity on Victoria Day. • Council met on Monday, May 20th, Minutes of last meeting were read and confirmed, Mr. Mitchell was authorized to let a job of brushing on 13 line, Con, A, and Mr, Musgrove a job of gravelling on 13 line, near lot 20, con. 1. Tho council met at 1 p, in. as a Court of Revision, with the Reeve as Ohair- n►an. The following changes were made in the assessment roll:—Thos, Jewett as owner lots 45, 46, 47 and 80, Dnncan's survey, Bluevale, and Mrs. Robertson's assessment for said lots struck off; William French, Robert French and William French, jr., were assessed owners and M. F., lot 0, con. 4, and Robert Ilarris and William 0, Harris assessment of said lot struck off; William Wilson was assessed tenant and M. F., lot 20, con. 11, and Mrs. Snell asst. of said lots struck off ; Mrs. Peter King assessed owner of lots 18, 10, 24 and 25, Duncan's survey, Blue - vale and Peter Wheeler assesstuent of said lots struck off ; Richard Schestell assessed owner and M. P., lot 6, con. 12, and Mrs. and Jacob Frifogle assess- ment of said lots struck off ; James Mulvey assessed tenant lot 7, Belmore, and Alex, Shoemaker assessment struck oft; Wm. Irwin asst. tenant W. a lot 1, con. 12, and Micheal Lin- nett assessment of said lots struck off. Coupland—Lovell—That the Cort of Revision be now closed and that the assessment roll'as revised corrected be the assessment roll for this municipal- ity for the year 1002—carried, Council resumed municipal business, when the following accounts were pas- sed and cheques on Bank of Hamilton issued: --Robert Weir, repairing roan at culvert, $].00; William Kerswell, repairing culvert, $1.25 ; Jas. Porter, repairing two culverts, $0.00; Wrn, Ring, work on road, $1.25; Wnt. Mitchell, work on road, $1,25 ; Robb. Hupfer, gravelling B. line. $0.00; R. Hockridge, cleaning out box drain, Morris boundary ; John S. McTavish, assessing, $5.00 ; John S. McTavish, postage, $5,00 ; John 8, McTavish, equalizing school sections 1 and 10. Council then adjourned to meet in the Clerk's office, Bluevale, on Monday June 23rd, 1002, at 10 o'clock a. an, Jona BURGESS, Clerk. Glenfarrow. Mr. Archie and Miss Elsie McMich- ael of Wroxeter visited their sister, Mrs. E. Higgins, on Sunday last. Mr, Frank Powell, who has been in London studying for the past few months, has returned home for the summer months, lie took charge of the Lakelet circuit on Sunday last, Quite a number from around here took in the sports in Wingham on Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. J. Wylie visited Bel - more friends on Sunday last. Wedding Bells.—The prettiest wed- ding of the season took place in Trinity church, Belgrave, on Wednesday, May 21st, when, in the presence of about 175 invited guests, Miss Mary A. Neth- ery, fourth daughter of James Nethery was united in the holy bonds of matri- mony to Robert Owens, a prosperous young farmer near Belgrave. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Geo. McQuillan of Blyth. The bride was beautifully attired in white lustre trimmed with white satin and appl iq ue and wore a veil of tulle fastened with a wreath of lillies of the valley and carried a bouquet of white lillies. She was attended by her sister, Miss Tillie, who wore a most becoming costume of cream cashmere with cream satin and applique trimmings and carried a bouquet of red roses. The groom was assisted by Mr. Harry McCrea, cousin of the groom. The wedding march was rendered by Miss Ada Nethery, cousin of the bride. After the cere- mony the wedding party drove to the residence of the bride's father where a dainty dejeuner was awaiting thein on the lawn. After doing justice to the good things the tables were cleared and the reat of the evening was pleasantly spent in dancing, games and other amusements. Numerous and costly were the gifts bestowed 'on the bride. showing the marked esteem in which the happy pair are held. The young couple will take up their abode at their home on the Oth con., East Wawanosli, where they have the best wishes of the community for their future, bappipess, Grey. Quite a number from this vicinity attended the annual entertainment of Trowln'idge Epworth League on Fri - evening of last week. They all report a good time and a decided sl;cress. Miss Scott of Turnberry is the guest of her friend Miss Bella Pearson for a few days of this week. Miss Mabel Luck of Clifford spent the lith of May with her friend Miss Aggie Miller, Mr. Morgan, a Brethren aavangelist, took charge of services in Victoria Hall Jamestown en ('3ptiday even- ing last. The Rev, D. 13. McRae of Cranbrook will conduct the service next Sabbath evening. There was quite a lot of damnge done in dila vicinity last Thursday by the wind storin which passed over, No damages from the lightning; are learned of yet, W. E. I3ryans of Clinton is holiday- ing under the parental roof this weelr. Congratulations are extended to Miss Annie McQuarrie 4th con. and Mr. Frank Stietton of Brussels who were united in marriage on Wednes- day of last week in Listowel by the Rev. A. P. Moore. The young couple liti.ve settled down to the realities of life in Brussels. Itte. X oi)g;)c ,s of Stratford spent the 21,tli of May lvit3g y,hi: to%Ley 111rs, llobt. Cavi, 4:th col), = . Mr. B, Higgins of Exeter spent a few days this week with his brother of this place. He and his brother Thos. visited the latter's son of Wiarton Saturday and Sunday. Morris. Mrs. Cummer of Owen Sonnd re- turned home after spending the past few weeks with her daughter. Miss M. Balfour of Toronto visited friends in this vicinity last week. Miss Martin of Toronto visited friends on the 2nd this week. Fall wheat is looking well in this township. On the farm of Albert and Peter McCall, 7th con., is as fine a field as can be seen anywhere. Stalks pull- ed from this field on May 21st measur- ed 28 inches in length. PEOAL iPJOES0 For Saturday, and the following week, we offer these specials :-- Tea Plates, per doz...,..,, 500 Ma' Breakfast Plates, per doz 55c Dinner Plates, per dos 60c $1.00 Toilet Sets for '3 60 $12.50 Dinner Sets for 10.00 25c $10.00 " " " 8.00 Glass Tumblers, per dos `30e 15 lbs, Washing Soda for a5c 10c plt'g's. Silver Dust, 4 for 255e 25c 5c " Gold Dust, 6 for..., .... 25e " r, for 20c 60c Salada Tea for 50c 6 lbs. Mice for HERB. TUDHOPE'S Fargnharson's Old Stand Langside. A number from here took in the 24th at Wingham, and wet weather pro-, vented many others from attending. Communion will be held in the Pres- byterian church on Sunday, June 8th ; preparatory service on Friday. Miss Mary Parish has gone on an extended trip to Michigan. Mr. and Mrs. Treleaven of Dungan- non visited friends here, XX/5 are solo agents in W(nghatn for the ec,tel,n fed Keewatin Flour• -try a sack and be convinced. 4 large stock of Fieldand Garden Seeds on hand. Timothy, ('lover, Alsiko, Peas, Oats, ]]lack halloos Rarley, Mangold, Rape, (Steele Briggs Royal Giant Sugar Beets and Jumbo Turnip Seed, sold nilly in packages.) Five car loads of Feed on hand, including Bran, Shorts, Oat chop, I'ea chop, 13arleyi chop and Wheat chop. A. I-1. OAP12, MAIiI{Ea 5r2UA133f. "It's not Iost that a friend gets." Rather give too much, than too Tittle value! A safe policy- for Makers, who grand their own price on "The Slater Shoe„ I.0.0dyear Welttd". Grocery and Crockery Store The wholesale Clothing stock of M. Saxe & Son, Mon- treal, amounting to $67,000.00, was sold last week at auction. Only 2 years established. Part of this New and Up-to-date Stock was bought by A. R. Smith, cheap. Men's, Youths' & Boys' Suits, odd Coats, odd Vests, odd Pants. Also more of the new goods from H. Shorey & Co. ran rtnrartrutru-umJ ruararrRNINtnUrinetrNVtnJ1.lfl1-Lruu n.ru- -u1.uv sale only by W. 3. Greer 1 1 i a a a a 2 1 .1 a a rIP To be well dressed You do not need to spend a Twenty, nor even spoil a ten very badly to get a stylish, nobby Suit or Overcoat of Shorey's make at our store Guaranteed to the Fullest extent. 11 New Straw Hats, New Ties, New Shirts. Enlarged our store to make room. Come and see. Al. Smith C1iilio1� Block in1iall1 SCREEN DOORS Just arrived, a large consignment of Screen Doors and Screen Windows ; we have 17 different styles and sizes in Doors, also 9 different styles and sizes in Screen Windows— quality the best, and prices the lowest. Wire Fencing Those interested in building Wire Fence will do well to call on us, as we have all kinds of wire at prices that are right ; we have the celebrated "ELLWOOD . SPECIAL WOVEN WIRE FENCE," 5o in. high, at a very low price. CALL AND SEE OUR STOOK. • If yon want a Bicycle, see what we can do for you. Smith & Pethick. SPECIA le ri le Commencing Saturday, May 3Ist. Our stock is much too large and in order to reduce it we will for one month offer Watches, Clocks, Gold Rings, Jewelry, Silverware, etc., etc. at very low prices. This sale is genuine and offers an opportunity for securing great Bargains. Colne in and see for yourselves. HALSEY PARK Jeweler and Optician Macdonald Block Cement Building. Any person requiring anything in the Cement building line, such as Side- walks, Cisterns, Silos, Foundations or Flours, should get my prices, Work guaranteed. Call at residence, Leo- pold St,, Winghani. pH©S, BARB1R. Cement and Liine. Parties requiring Cement or Lime should give us a call. We aro selling at a very low price. We keep only first-class brands of cement and lime, and you can always rely on getting, •a good fresh article at the WIN(4IIAM CEMENT AND 'PILE Woitns. J . GEJTT +'RIDGI . PARM POR SALE. South half of lot 38, con. 12, East Wawanosli, 100 acres ; (35 cleared and under grass, in good cultivation ; bal- auee in black ash and cedar; frame house, fair outbuildings. Price and terms reasonable, IIENRY V. PLUME, 21tf. Wingham Momgx xo LOAN—At 4a per cent. on improved farms. Easy terms of re- ppayment; expenses light. Apply- A. Dulmage, Real Estate and Loan Agent, Kent Block. THE MARKETS WING14AM DZAEKl8 S Flour per 100 ` 1 (15 to $2 5!1 Fall wheat per bnsh now r7 to '1 Oats per bulli 0 ;°181 8 to 0 4. Barley per bush0 56 to 0 50 Peas por bulli 0 0i) to 0 7g) Bran Shorts ......16 90 to 200 1S 00 to 2000 Chop I , 1 50 to 1 50 la...., lb 850 to Buttyer. p.er 0 10 to 0 1(1 l ;ggs 0 12 to 0 12 Lard0 15 to 0 15 Potatoes per bush 0 90 to 0 40 Apples per bliss 0 40 to 0 00 theles per 100 lbs 000 to 6 50 Lamb skins 0 45 to 0 • 50 Dressed hogs t 00 to 7 50 Live hogs 6 00 to 0 • 50 Tallow, per lb 00°455 5 to ()5 Chickens per pair 30 to 35 T)ncks pia' pair 63641 0 to (X) Tarkey, per ]b...... 6 to 10 (•fere°, per 111 6 to (3 Ilardwoutl, per coed 2 00 to 200 TORONTO STOCK MARKET. Per full and accurate market re- ports see second page,