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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance, 1906-11-29, Page 1The Wingham Adv nec, 34TU YE.Rf NO. 14. WINGUAM,. ONT., THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1000. $1.00 PER &R IN ADVANCE Church 'Ifle v Rev. T. S, ;Boyle officiated at St Paul's Cathedral, London, last Sun- day, Mr. Cr. B. Cox, B. A.,, of Huron College, supplying the services hare. Miss Ann Owen, the oldest Sunday school teacher in Great Britain, died recently at Warwick, in cousequence of a fall which fractured her leg, about as month ago. She was In her ninety-fifth year, and had taught re- gularly at the local Congregation SttgdaVy school for the last eighty-two years, The Baptist church will hold their anniversary services next Lord's Day. The pastor will preach in the morning on "The purpose of the church's exist- ence;" in the evening on "Our motto for the coining year." Special music will be provided. Yon are in- vited to be present and enjoy these services. Next Sunday morning in Wingham Methodist church, the classes will be withdrawn and the monthly fellow- ship service will be held at 9.30 a, in. At 11 a. m., Rev. W. G. Howson will preach on "Altar fires that never die out," and at 7 pan., on "On the trail, with the detectives." All are cordial- ly invited to these services.. The anniversary services of Wing - ham Methodist Church will be held on Sunday. December Oth. Rev. J. E. Starr, of Toronto, will preach at 11 n. m, and 7 p. no; collections in aid of 'eustee Board requirements. On the fallowing Monday evening the Ladies' .Aid will hold their ;tunnel teainet:ting in the lecture room ; tea served from. 5 to 8 o'clock. A program will follow -Rev. J. E. Starr and Rev. Mr. Joliffe of Clinton will give addresses; Miss Joynt of Lucknow and Miss Brock of Wingham are expected to recite ; music by the choir, solos, etc., will complete an interesting program. At the celebration of Rev. Dr. Mc- Mullen's jubilee in Woodstock, Rev. Father Cook, of St. Mary's Roman Catholic church had a seat on the platform, and was one of the speakers. In the course of his aaddress, Father Cook said that Dr. McMullenhad preached the broad doctrine of the cross and the spirit of Christ. He said: "We hope that as the Lord has blessed him in the ministry He will bless him now ; when he goes to his Father may his departure be a glorious sunset. Ile has heen an ex- ample for all to follow, and his life has been a benediction. He has labor - sad With en eye single to the Master's service." This was a generous tribute to a Protestant minister, and express- ed exactly the relation that ought to prevail between the clergy of the Catholic and the Protestaut churches, HIGH SCHOOL EXAMINATIONS. The Local Markets, Wheat, 08 to 70c; oats, 33 to 3tc,• flour, $2 to $2.70; butter, 20c; eggs, Loc • chickens,: Scpti lb. • geese, So , ducks, 10C; Wilsey, 120 to 15c , li.vo hogs, $6 to $0.10; hay, $10 a ton; wood, $2.50 to $2.75; coal, $7.20. Fall report of Tuesday Toronto markets on page 2, Death Of Mrs, Milne. After AD illness of several months from consumption, Mrs, Chas, Milne passed away early on Satnday thorn- ing. Her maiden suttee wee Elizabeth - M. Scott and she formerly resided in East Wawanosh, The funeral took place on Tuesday affternoon, the ser- vice being conducted by Rev, W, G. Howson. By A Big Majority. "On Tuesday, Nov. Oth, the State elections of Washington were held and J. Winchester Callicotte, Repub- lican candidate for County Proseeut• ing Attorney, was elected by a inajori- ty of • two hundred votes over the Democratic candidate. Mr. Callicotte now holds the offices of Clerk and City Attorney of Prosser, Wash„ as well as being Prosecuting Attorney of the county." This refers to the husband of Miss Marie Cornyn, formerly of Wingham, Juni ARarrzD: New Hand -sleighs, at the "Big Book" Store ; 25c each and upwards. -R. M. Fisher. Married In Manitoba. Miss Alice Hawking (formerly of Wingham) was married on October 24th, at the residence' of her brother, Mr. John Hawking, Ninga, Man., to Mr. Peter Johnston of Winnipeg. The bride was handsomely gowned in 'white silk. After the ceremony, fifty guests enjoyed the rich wedding ban- quet; then Mr. Geo. Robinson pro- posed the toast of "the bride," referr- ing to the high esteem in which she was held in church and social circles. Among the array of wedding gifts was a well-filled purse from Mr. John Hawking. Mr. and Mrs. Johnston will reside in Buchanan, Sask. County Council. The session of the County Council which convenes next Tnesday will be the last under the present arrange- ments. The new County Councils' Act will come into force, and the Council of 1007 will be composed of the Reeves of the various municipali- ties, and where the population is suf- ficiently large enough, of the deputy - reeve also. The next Council will therefore he touch larger than the pre- sent, which consists of two repre- sentatives from each of the eight divisions, or sixteen. As there are twenty-six municipalities in Huron county, our next County Council will have at least twenty-six members, and probably more, for there may be some municipalities in the county, that are entitled to send their deputy - reeve. It is said that "In the multi- tude of counsellors there is wisdom." Whether this will extend to Huron's new Council or not remains to he seen. Font I, LrTER.s.TrJRE :-G. Kenne- dy 98, Tennyson Glanville 96, May Williamson 95, Freda VanStone 94, Minnie Sherk 00, Edna Gannett 87, Ln1n 1VIeLanghlin 82, Harry Dore 80, Pearl Duncan 70, Elam Armour 70, Chrissie Rintoul 75, Edgar Patterson 71, Geo. Moffatt 70, L. H. Barrett 69, Eva Armour 68, Herb. Dere 68, Clara Brock 66, T. Aitchison 64, Tillie :Pat- terson 03, W. Simmons 62, Clarence Blackhall 59, Lizzie Green 59, Margaret VanNortuan ,58, Mabel McDonald 58, Simpson Orr 57, Hazel Jackson 53, Ar- nott Brock 51, Charlie James 59, Ross Maxwell 48, David Guest 56, Gertrude Bush 32. Foust 1I, GtsoetOn Y :-Lew. Harold 06, Reta Davidson 93, Carter McKee 91, R. J. Gallagher 01, Belle Robertson 90, Mina Currie 88, Nelson Biggins 86, Wm. McLean 86, John Holmes 85, Maggie McLean- 83, Lizzie McKee 83, Clayton Procter 82, Florence Imlay 80, R. Ji. Lloyd 79, Clara Beckett 79, Eva Campbell 77, Ruby Kerr 76, Mae Mas- oh 711, .Allie Little 74, Geo. McKersie 71, Earl Porter 71, Jennie Bowman 07, Annie Garniss 07, Ben Cronin 67, Pearl Vinistone 67, Gertrude White 66, An- i` ' hie Barber 633, Frank Howson 63, Alli- dred Jewett 59, Jeanette Brock 51, Irene VanNorman 51, Merle Lamonby 45, Sadie Davidson 40, A. Hart 30, SV, Galbraith 28, Stanley Elliott 20, John Matson 25. Edna Diamond 20, Lillian Hogg 20. Frank Calhoun 15, Fred Cor- ley 1.4, Lillian Moffat 13, Dell Burwash 0, Viola Isard 0. Fon I11, HISTORY* Alfss. Wilson 92, Miss Welhvood 89, W. Breeu 80, Miss Isbister 87, Miss Scott 85, 'Miss McEwen 85, Miss Nethery SI, Miss An- derson 82 R. lloneith 81, G. Tees 80, Miss McLaughlin 79, Miss Cruikshank 78, 3Iiss Deyell 78, G. Elliott 78, Miss. Leishmtan 77, A. Posliff 70, Miss Mar - sales 85, Miss Wilson 75, F. Scanclrett 72, Miss Duncan. 71, Miss Lovell 71, A. Ishister 70, T. Robinson 70, Miss K. Cruikslttank 09, Miss Duncan 60, Miss VenNortnan 69, Miss Mcl3ur•ney 08, F. Copeland 66, R. Hough 06, J. jack - son 65. R. McBurney 65, J, Argo 61, Miss Sheriff 00, Miss Bone 57, Miss • Padfield 57, Margaret Anderson 57, M. Dobson 55, Miss Musgrove 55, Miss S. Scott 55, Miss Peddle 45, Miss G. Dobe son 41. F'oltaf IV, LATIN t -Viola Davidson 02, M. Gordon 85, P, McPherson 83, G. Troy 82, T. G. Wilson 80, R. Bryaus 70, E. Wiley 05, W. F. Iiisco!t 50. ,. ror the latest and most tip- - stook of Christmas post'als, souvenir cards, all kinds of pictaro post cards, and stationery,go to Miss .Fishers. Also all lines of ancy goods, eusltion tops and centrepieces, centres ens- beoidered to order, large assortment of wool bed -room slippers, hand -made, Toy department will be open on ar- rival of toys from Gerinany.---ISL. Al. Fisher. In every clime its colors are unfurled, Its fame leas spread from sea to sea ; Be not sur rised if in the other world, You hear of pocky Mountain Tea. Ask your druggist. TELEGRAPHY is the first tamp towards positions minis from X3000to10,000 Dor annum In rail wap service. von can booamo a good operator in a tomtits it ion study in The ventral T•{ograp11 Sabot, 3 Gerrard et, E., Toronto. The new, sohool In Canada, write for pnrttoitlars. W. 0. S AN T. 3. ,W_ 3QQTT TON Prom,..sdsossoiowsook :. Lovely New Shirtwaists in Silk, Poplin, Lustre, Sateen and Cotton Valour, ranging in price from 50c up to $4 each -this week at the Bee Hive. ,. Fon SALE. -A second-hand 4 -horse Sweep Power, including tumbling rods and pulley, in good. repair. Will be sad reasonable. -J. T. Holmes, White- church. Dn. OVEN'S, M. D., London, Eye and Ear Surgeon, will be at McKibhon's drug store the first Tuesday in each month ; hours, 2 to 9 p.. m. Cataract, squint, failing eyesight, nasal catarrh, deafness, head noises treated and glas- ses properly fitted. Next visit is on Tuesday, December 4th. 1ersonars Property Transfers. Austin A. Lamonby has sold the cottage property on Patrick St, to Isaiah. Moore who gets possessionn at oneo....AIr. I:dtvards of AI'erz'ickville has purchased from Richard Ander- son the NloMannus homestead on .Minnie .St., opposite the Methodist Church, These sales were made through the agency of J. H. Chisholm, Real Estate Agent. Union Sunday School. DEAR Borrow -The Union Sunday School at Holmes' school house, Turns berry, closed for the season on Nov. 25th, tinder the superintendency of Mr. John ICerr, Wingham. On be- half of the school we wish to convey our gratitude and thankfulness to our superintendent for his untiring efforts during the last five years in educating the children in the troths of the Gos- pel. Under his leadership, the school has always been of an harmonious tone, and steadily inereasing in every department, and to -day it is one of the most up-to-date Sunday schools in the country, Although Mr. Kerr has absented himself from his own Sun- day school, the result of his labors have been exceedingly appreciated, and his reward is waiting. Signed on behalf of the Sunday school -.-Win, S. R Extending Baisiiess. Ganes', Limited, Toronto, wholesale dealers in farmers' produce, whose Wingham branch is 'smudged by C. 3. Graham, are extending their busi- ness, and will have in operation this week a most up-to-date plant for the killing of hogs, cattle, and the pre- paration of bees and general fresh and cured meat products. This estab- lishment is situated at Toronto Junc- tion, .convenient to the Union Stock Yards. Its railway facilities are also good, as it has two sidings running in- to it, The grounds are six acres in ex- tent, and contain an extensive group of fine buildings. The capacity of this concern will be about 6,000 hogs and 1,000 cattle per week. With its ex- cellent sanitary arrangements and its un -to -date equipments, it is quite safe to predict a most successful career for this industry.. See them, and get price surprises, which will please you, in Mens and Boys' Clothing and Funishings-at the Bee Hive. Miss Ethel Hall is visiting friends in Owen Sound. Mr. S, Wright of Kincardine was in town on Monday. Mrs, Ilobt. Cruikshank, Minnie St., is visiting' London friends. Miss Priscilla Powell has returned from her trip to the West. Roy Seylfert left on Monday for Listowel, to fill a situation there. .Miss Pansy Reynolds of Clinton spent Sunday at her home in town. Conn. D. 13e11 arrived horse from the Northwest on Tuesday; Ise went as far west as Wolsely. Miss Toy Browett of Stratford has been the guest of the Misses Robinson, Shuter street, during the past week. Mrs. Blue of Hepworth is visiting her sister, Mrs. Murdoch, who resides with her slaughter, Mrs. M. Robert- son, aErnest Andrew of Gorrie ,arrived in town on Monday to attend the Coin - media Department of the •1Vingha,m Business College. s Mr. Will Reeler of Guelph spent Sunday with his parents in town. His svife accompanied him home, after an extended visit here. Win. Holmes of town, John Holmes of Tarnberry, and Andrew Holmes of H inovale went to Waterdown on Tuesday to attend the fuueratl of their sister, Mrs. OW. Gray, She leaves a husbeed and four softs, Mr. and Mrs, 1t, II. Young, of Lung Beach, 'California,' were guests of Mr. And N'it's. Sperling over Sunday. They left on Tuesday for New York. Mrs, Myles Young of J3lyth Also spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs, Sperling. DEATHS. Milne-Iu Wingltani, on Nov, 2.ith, Elizebeth M. fieolt, wife of Mr. Chas. Milne, aged 38. Lougbeecl-4n Wingham, on Monday, Nov, 20. Dorothy, infant daughter of Mr, and Mrs. 1) Loughced. Stonehouse -mon bast 'i'Vasvanosh, on Friday, Nov. 23rd, 1 lizebeth Rath, wife of Mr. Richard Stonehouse, aged tS. Rioting In Hamilton. The strike among the street -car men in Hamilton assumed a serious aspect last week. Cars were demolished, store windows smashed, and an at- tempt was made to dynamite the barns of the company. The police were powerless to control the mobs, and as soon as a stone -thrower was ar- rested, the policeman making the ar- rest was attacked, and the prisoner liberated. The city authorities prov- ed utterly helpless to restore order, and troops were hurried from Toronto and London. On Saturday night a frenzied mob of thousands gathered, scores of citizens and police were in- jured, and the hospitals and cells were filled with victims. At least one death occurred from a blow. All this in the so-called "Christian" city of Hamilton, in peaceful Canada, and in the twentieth century. For further particulars see page 7. Cold Storage Important. During the debate on the .Address in the House of Commons last week, Dr. Chisholm, ALP, for East Huron, de- livered an excellent speech on the important subject of Cold Storage, in which he is so much interested. Dr. Chisholm hats gathered a fund of in- formation on this subject, and mar- shalled his facts in excellent form. When he had concluded his address, Mr. R. L. Bordeu, Leader of the Op- position, walked over to him and con- dratulated him on his speech. As evi- ence that Dr. Chisholm's efforts for the farmers will not prove unavailing, the may say that the :Minister of Agri- culture paid hire as compliment by an- nouncing that the Government in- tended to induce a measure to extend the cold storage system. There is a taint of money for the fanners of On- tario in a complete system of cold storage, and Dr. Chisholm deserves support, and also credit for: repeatedly bringing this matter to the attention of the Government. He now has the promise of ameasure being submitted. The Advance hopes to give the doc- tor'sspeech in full next week. WANTED. -Body makers for buggy and sleigh work, at onee. State wages expected and when, you can come. -- Wm. Gray At Sons, Ltcl., Chatham. Electric Light Pleat, This year, the Executive committee of the Council has made a heavy ex- penditure in per nanent improvement of the plant and line extensions, The eonunitteo hope to bo able to meet this oxpendittre out of the income from light users. If they do this, the committee will deserve the .thanks of the citizens for the exeellent; nian- ngeinent. Sonne future time, it might be wise to take luta consideration the supply of power to the industries of the tow», Why have to secure power from Niagara or even Goderich, when the town owns two excellent water - powers, stud an electric plant, that lies idle all day P Bible Society. Meeting. The annual meeting of Wingham branch Bible Society was held in the Presbyterian church onFriday even- ing. The officers elect for the year are: President, Robt. Lockhart; Vice - Pres„ Robt. Cnrrie ; Secretary, Jos. Have; Treasurer --Rev, N. Burwash. The following representatives of the different Churches were appointed� directors :--Wm. Fessant, F, Buchan- an, D. M. Gordon, J. A. Taylor, H. Davis, T. L. Jobb, A. Closer's, Peter Fisher, John MeNevin, Robt. Mooney. The address of Rev, W. G. Hanna of Mt. Forest, district agent of the So- ciety, was perhaps the best ever de- livered ou such a topic in Wingham and was a treat. Duets by Mr. Cline and Miss Farquharson were very ac- ceptably rendered. The attendance was not as large as was desired, there being. other gatherings. Collectors will be appointed to wait upon the citizens for their contributions. A New Hymn. The -following hymn was sung by the choir of Wingltani Methodist Church on Sunday evening last, Miss Homuth singing the verse as a solo, the choir singing the chorus. Mr. Morton, leader of the choir, composed the words as well as the music, and the Advance gives the hymn below, as a tribute to our local talent. Onr readers can judge of the hymn for themselves ; the music was in keeping with the sentiments of the hymn, and was a.ppreciated by the congre- gation ;•-- There is no friend to me like Christ Ice's ail the world and niot'e to rite ; He comforts when I'm sore distressed And feminist donbts He sets axe free. Life with its trials may oppress, The World at tunes scent cold and hard, These auaatter not since I may lay My burdens all upon the Lord. Chown : In Thee, 0 Lintel, I put my trust, Thine. only Thine, I want to ice ; My tiiels are searce worth a thought entice Then dost hear thein all for ore, My heart is filled with wondrous peace, My voice breaks forth in joyous song, The burden of my theme is this, To Jesus Christ I now belong. When billows high roil o'er my soul, And darkness deep beditns my view, "Yet will I tenet my Lord and King For Ile will bear me safely through. ".Y'ou,ton, may know the sweet repose, The blessed hep riness of one NVho trusts bis ev ry entre to Bion, The Lord, the C,'htist, God's only Son. My Saviour stands with outstretched hands, Joe's willing, anxious, to forgive; Will you not conie to Hint just now ? Will yon not turn, believe and live P Dr. Redmond announces that night calls after 9.30 o'clock will be answer- ed at his residence, corner of Patrick and Shuler streets, They Investigated. • County Councillors 3, T. Currie and W. McQuillan were in Wingham on Tuesday. They made a personal in- spection of the High ,School and hos- pital buildings, so that they might be able to vote intelligently when the question of grants comes up at the County Council. Regarding the Hos- pital, they found the building far superior to anything of the kind in the county, and they consider the location admirable. They can now conscientiously advocate a grant at least equal to that given to Goderich, with a far inferior building. The Councillors also had many kind things to say of the High School building, the outlook for the success of the School, and the teaching stuff. Mes- srs. Currie and McQuillan will soon close their term of office. The Ad- vance considers that they have been faithful in discharging their duties, and have looked well after the in- terests of their Division. Next year, a new and touch larger County Coun- cil will be elected. It might be wise to return some of those who have had experience under the old regime. We think that the interests of Wingham will not suffer at the next meeting of the Council from any neglect of the representatives of this division, %mai Items Wear Greer's Shoes and Rubbers. Mr. and Mrs. D. Lougheed mourn the death of their infant daughter, Dorothy, which occurred on Monday last. Miss Tait, who was chosen by Wingham High School Board as fourth teacher, has decided not to come, and the Board is advertising again. Fort SALE. -,-One young Cow. Ap- ply at the Bee Hive. Mr. J. Norman, of Wawanosh, bad word last week from bis eldest son in Iowa, to the effect that he was ill with typhoid, and he purposed going there to attend hint, Rev. Mr. Mclterroll of Lucknow passed a subscription list on behalf of Mrs. Jas, Atkins, whose husband was found dead at Wingham last week. The response was generous. RUnuERs.-We have the best in every good style of Robber. --W. J. Greer. Col, McDonald, of the Guelph & Goderich Railway, was in Goderich recently and stated that the line would be completed to Saltford this fall, provided the weather Itept fairly open. The Canadian Pacific Railway Co. has issued a circular to its engineers, warning theta that the failure of air - brakes to operate will not he accept- ed as an excuse for accidents -in the future. BoY WANTED. -At once, to learn the tailoring, -Maxwell .Sc Hill, Wing - ham. Mr. Geo. le, of the Queen's hotel, is still very ill. A specialist from To- ronto visited him professionally this week. His friends hope for his recov- ery, but his case is considered very serious. Miscellaneous Brevities. Are we to have a mild winter ; some say we are ; two such in succession ; What a snap....A Walkerton man called in a hotel to get a drink, and leaned on the counter; he leaned so hard that he broke his elbow, and a doctor had to be called in ; so saith a Walkerton paper....Now listen what one chap says :-- That marriage is a lottery Is true, I'm much afraid ; But also it's a pottery Where fancily jars are made. ...Twenty-five lives were lost in last week's storm, on the great lakes alone. "Cap." Sullivan of political 'fame was wrecked and drifted into Toronto harbor on part of the cabin of his craft. The "Cap" was probably less comfortable even than he was in Wingham during the stormy night preceding a certain West Huron bye- election....A man has been sent to gaol for hitting his wife with a "stove - lifter ;" that ought to put a "damper" on such actions in the future....Don't complain of money being scarce, there is said to be one hundred million dol- lars in Canada alone ; hustle round for some of it....Last week, two cows were advertised for sale in this paper ; within 24 hours, four men called to see them with a view of purchasing ; it pays to advertise, if you have some- thing that the people want.... Bel - grave Foresters hold their annual con- cert next Tuesday ; a good program is promised.. .In many marriage notices, the bride is said to be "led to the altar". -just as if she was unwilling to go ; not a bit of it; hundreds of them hust aching to get there... .Some unters near Tarbert mistook a spring calf for a deer and shot it ; not quite as bad as the case reported last week where a team of horses Was killed by hunters, who sighted game ....A large moose weighing nearly 800 lbs was on exbibition at Moore's restaurant ; Eisner Moore's rifle helped to bring the monster to the ground.. ..'.Che Band concert on Friday evening was not largely attended, there having been so many concerts recently. The boys are expectant of an excellent program for their next effort; watch for date thereof, ...Three weeks from next Tuesday will be Christmas day ; 1900 is drawing near its elose....T}te I. 0. O. F. have removed their furni- ture from the Mason block, to their quarters over T. A. Mills' seed. store Dark days of late have rendered necessary return to coal oil lamps in some stores even in the forenoon.... What abort the Mayoralty P \Vho shall be Reeve? Will there be a run for Councillors? Please name two good men for Light and Water Commissioners? These and sundry other questions will soon demand at- tention from the electors. Dr. Brawn, bye, Ear, Nose and Throat, will be at the Queen's Motel, Wingham, Nov. 20th, from 8 a. no to 2 t,an, lyes tested and gbtsses stip- plied. Prof, Dorenwend's mind •,, :ts oral worn on over 5:5,000 heat axrixi,ll classes, and in all stations o' life. They are the essence of Ixerfecti light in weight, durable and a great benefit to healt the head fro» tarrh, ate. Tr strattin the co geode free of charge, Hotel, 'Thursday, Dee. 6t t1n'otection to brought., Ve- nt demon - of theso tinrwick W. T. Pember, hair -dealer and scalp specialist, of Toronto, will be in Wiugham, at the Brunswick hotel, on Wednesday, Dec. 12th, with a full line of Hair goods, and invites an inspec- tion of his stock. See lois advt, in this issue, Young men who want "the thing" in Shoes will find here exactly what they are looking for. -SV. J. Greer. It is reported that there are to be radical changes made in the liquor license Iaw. It will he in all proba- bility decreed, among other things, that no minor will be permitted to be employed in the manufacture or distribution of intoxicants, We have received an account of a hunting incident in which one of our citizens is said to have figured. As it is entirely personal, and no name whatever is attached, we do not know who the author is ; hence we decline giving it a place in our columns. Call at R. Johnston's and see his line of Felts, Rubbers and Shoes and be convinced. Some parts of the Northwest are in danger of a coal famine on account of a strike at the Lethbridge coal mines. Several towns are reported at Edmon- ton as out of fuel, and one of the coal operators declares that the Govern- ment would be justified in seizing the mimes and working them for the bene- fit of the people. The Advance has it on good authori- ty that the pupils of the High School intend to furnish the program for the next Citizens' Band concert. As few, if any of them, have figured on a pro- gram an previous concerts here, we expect something fresh and entertain- ing. No doubt the Band will accept the kind assistance. Special prices to those wanting meat in large pieces or by the quarters -- Thos. T. Field. The Girls' Auxiliary for Missions, of St. Paul's Church, intend holding a handkerchief bazaar and cafe chantant in the school -room next Tuesday even- ing. There will be a continuous pro - gamine of music, and light refresh- ments will be served. Mrs. Boyle and Miss Houghton, with the young ladies of the Church, have charge of the en- tertainment. Belgrave. Cameron Robeertson rejoices over the birth of a son, it being the first, ' e Mrs. Mclnne� of Wiu barn visited with 141r. and Mrs, Robert McKenzie last week. Mr. Thornton and Miss Peacock of Morris Sundayed at Mrs. Owens, East Wawanosh. The home of Mr. and Mrs, Jas. Tay for was gladdened by the arrival of a young daughter. W. K. Whaley is quite indisposed ; his many friends will be glad to see hien in the store again. The Methodists will hold their an- nual Christmas tree on Christmas night ; posters will be out, Clegg & Co. shipped a carload of hogs on Monday, and Armstroug & Co. shipped a carload on Tuesday ; the price is $6 per 100 lbs. R. J. Clegg has purchased the 75 acro farm from the executors of the late James Grigg. The farm is half a mile west of Belgrave. William Hopper sold four ordinary sized. rock elm trees for $48. If the farmers had some of the old time rock elm there would be fortunes in it. A Box Social, under the auspices of Trinity Church, was given in the For- esters' hall on Nov. 28th. After the boxes were relieved of their contents, asale of Iadies' work took place, fol- lowed by a short but excellent pro- gram. What might have proved a more serious accident happened recently when Messrs, Geo. Coultes and Arthur Cronyn were bringing a horse from the station, Fz'ont some cause un- known the beast became fractious and kicked Mr. Cronyn In the face, cutting it badly, The Forester Lodge here will hold a grand concert on Dec. 4, and they ex- pect a large attendance, Among those expected to entertain the eudi- Pnce are -Will. J. White, comedian, of Toronto, Miss Spence of Ethel, Mr. Murch of Blyth, and Mr. Gracey of Wingliarn, Miss Dinsley of Wingham will be the pianist. Seats may be re- served at 35c, at Sproat & Whaley's. A full house is expected, and an en- joyable evening. DIED, --Elizabeth Rath, beloved wife of Richard Stonehouse of Belgrave, passed peacefully away on Friday morning, Nov. 23rd, at the age of 73 years. Mr. and Mrs. Stonehouse set- tled on a farm near Belgrave over forty years ago, having experienced all the hardships of pioneer life. They made for themselves a comfortable home, but some years ago sold to one of their sons, and moved into Bel - grave. Mrs. Stonehouse was connect- ed with the Methodist church, a, kind wife, and devoted another of a family of three sons and five daughters, all of whom will cherish kind recollec- tions ecollecttions of a dear mother taken away. She leaves besides, to mourn her loss, a sorrowing husband. The sons are - James of Dungannon, Robert of Bel - grave, and Joseph on the homestead. 'The daughters are -Mrs. Nixon of Rapid City, Man., Mrs. Barney of Exeter, Mrs. Russell of Saginaw, Mich., Mrs. Wilkinson of Escanaba, Mich., and Mrs. Hopper of Morris. They were all at the home of their deceased mother to attend the funeral. The services were conducted in the Methodist church, Belgrave, by Rev. G. NV. Rivets, assisted by Rev. T. Stedman of Bayfield, a relative of the deceased, the pallbearers being her three sons and three sons-in-law. The bereaved family desire to express their gratitude to the people of Belgrave and vicinity for their kindness to them in the hour of their bereavement and during the illness of the de- ceased. Mr. Perfect, of town, has a letter from A. H. Perfect of Fort Wayne, Indiana, who is looking up the history of the "perfect" family. He finds that the fancily emigrated from Eng- land to Virginia as far back as 1700, and says that there has never been found anyone of that name that could not trace their relationship to the same family, He wishes all the infor- mation possible from our townsman. A complete line of Felts, Rubbers and Shoes now oh hand at It. John- ston's Boot and Shoe Store. The next meeting of the Ladies' Auxiliary in connection with the Fios• Dital is called for Monday afternoon, ee. fitd, at four o'clock, in the Coma cit Chamber. A eotdiatl invitation is extended to all the ladies of Wingham to be present. It is especially hnpor- tent that all the members of all the different committees be there. The membership committee has been very successful in sectring members, but as yet have not had time to complete its canvass. Lose.. -Between Wingham and Jim. Coultes', 3rd, line, Morris, a pipe vise. Finder please return. -0. J. Thornton. The 1 tmmittee appointed by Wing - ham Bh4.td of .Trade to ascertain the probaabilities of securing a Carnegie Intildin� tar Wingham is eontinuing their efforts. A letter has been writ- ten to Mr. Carnegie, under seal of the Board of Trade, asking his considera- tion of an applicattiott for as grant of $15,000. The members of the Coinmit- tee are hopeful of seeming the gift, but possibly considerable correspond- euee will be necessary before it is secured. Only four weeks to Christmas. Now .lar the Vitae to select your Christmas 1'ootwvear, Come, wen our display. SV. 3, Greer, 3. Bluevale. Mr. Wm. Messer is on the sick list at present. Miss Mabel Coultes is suffering from rheumatism in her eyes. Mrs. Snell and son Lloyd left last week for Michigan, where they will spend a short time with relatives. We are sorry to state that Mrs. Jno. Gardiner is in very poor health at present but we hope that she will soon recover. The Swiss bell-ringers who gave an entertainment in the Methodist church last Friday evening, were much, en- joyed by all present. To BUIr,DEnS. A. carload of fresh Durham Cement to hand ; also the best plastering hair always on hand (eleven pounds to the bushel) at the Wingham Cement Factory. ---Simon Mitchell, Manager. Fall Is Here! And along with it Colne .,. ,.. ,.. Coughs and Colds Do not let them linger. Our .,..., "Syrup of White Pine and Tar" Will scatter and cure them in a day or two. Invest 25 "- cents and be convinced. and cured. Walton iloKibbou DRUGGIST MACDONALD BLOC1t 1 That she has tried all the Shoe Stores in town and the Chil- dren's Shoes she gets et W. J. GREER'S LOOK BETTER i WEAR BETTER than any of the shoes she hasbanght at other stores. She says, also, that she thinks W. J. GREER's prices are a little lower than others ask for shoes get our shoes without looking not so good. She says, too, that after this she is going right to W. J. GREER'S and around. NIININIMMIWII SEE US FOR TRUNKS AND VALISES. T T • V• Spectacles for Christmas. Nothing could be nicer than a pair of Gold Spectacles for that friend of yours who needs them. You can select the kind any time and we can fit and snit the owner whenever they can come in. Our prices are low. Order Xmas. flowers now. AT Walley's Drug Store Mason Block, The .1�1a The accompanying cut repre- sents the Mason block (before the plate glass fronts were put in) erected in 1870. On Deeem- ber lst in than year the proprie- tor started business in the book, stationery and fancy goods lines. .• For twenty-seven years Iva baro': labored to build up a successful t -- business, and by honest, upright dealing have endeavored to , merit the confidence of the pnhlic. On December 1st meet, we' enter our 25th year, and as lin- portant changes are being made we intend to hold It formal e . opening of tate holiday season of ",, ' "'°t buying, by introducing the pule ` '- , lieto an Immense stock, aart of m which will be displayed on the second fiat formed occupied ieol bythe 1. O. O. P. 'The basment of the building is used as a storehouse and isliter- allycrowded with foods. Het*, too, la our unpacking room, where goody are prepared for display. The main floor Ina annex aro packed with limeygoods, stationery, books, wall -paper, .toys, etc„ etc. 'I'lte second fiat will be' easily accessible from the mein floor, and here also will Ire fou»al a fine dies slay, eltietly of books and fancy goads, here, too. will he our private nfiiee, tidies' dressing room, cite, Nearly the whole Wilding, ineludin the annex, will he devote sl to the bueiness bean so many years ego. S\ a pride our- selves in the fact that there is seitecel theequal ofthisstock west of Toronto. y We are grateful to the pulclie for the liberel patronage and kindness re- ecived for so many years, and hope still to maintain the sante pleasant lntsi- nees rehttfon n. We hope to continue to merit yottr favor, eauiidenee ,and good Will, Conte to tttir opening on Dee. 1st, And kindly give us ra t•hare of your holiday trade for .01ir Respectfully yours, ORO, MASON. fl