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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance, 1906-12-06, Page 1r• The Wingham Advance, .:• 34T11 TEAR, NO. 15, DR T, CHISHOLM ON COLD STORAGE. • • In this issue of the Advance, we give the speech of De. Chisholm, M. P. for lh;st Hurons nn the subject of Cold Storage. It deals with the question .w in an able manner, and is free from political ,bits, showing that the mem- ber for this riding foresees Lite advan- tages to the farmers of Canada, to be derived from a proper system, and is on the alert to secure if possible its establishment, We give below two references to the address, from daily papers ;— (Toronto Mail -Empire.) Dr. Chisholm, the member for East Huron, has the satisfaction of knowing that he has awakened Mr. Sydney Fisher, the Minister of Agriculture, to the importance of cold storage for the transporta- tion of the products of the farm to the markets of the world. (London Free Press,) The member for East Huron, Mr. Thomas Chisholm, spoke on the Address on the subject of Cold Storage for perishable products. The speech was it: very able pres- eutattion of the case of the eastern farmers who cannot compete with the west in wheat growing, and must resort to dairy and fruit farming, poultry raising, . etc., which branches of agriculture cannot be successfully carried on Without the modern system of cold storage, PUBLIC SCHOOL EXAMINATION. Exaininationg.,.in Fourth class dur- ing,. the month: of November. Subjects -Arithmetic, Gratnmar, Geography, . Composition and Spelling. Maxunntn 450 :—L. Ross 375, H. Mutton 370, G. Young 360, F. Suggitt 360, J. Mitchell 358, M. Ritchie 855, E, Swarts 350, F. Gillespie 849, B. Bennett 342,' A. Haines 341, E. Linklater 314, M. White 312, V. Dickinson 307, 111. Roadhouse 303, J. Harold 302, 0. Beemer 276; R. Fixter 274, F. Johnston 268, A. Me- Burney 203, A. Pugh 250, L. Stephen- son 255, L. Johns 252, 3. Ross 247, N. Nicholls 240, P. Cartwright 243, M. Hellern 241, f. Tipling 241, M. Bos- man 231, E. Biehl 2320, R. Tarvey 226* A. Knechtel 222, H. Drummond 218,, . P. Patton 212, F. Orr 208, U. Knox 206** B. Jones 205*, I. Campbell 2030, J. Ar- mour n r 109',As sander 1 ., Iron 9 D. Term 1< 179, C. Mitchell 174, M. Haines 104, R. Robertson 100, A. Simmons 15f", E. Beckwith 142*, E.' Sanderson 184, N. Watson 110"*, M. Cantelon 1010*, ii . JAN'Y. 21VD; 1907—THE DATE. A despatch from Toronto announces that Ralph Connor's new story "The Doctor" has been secured by the Family Herald and Weekly Star of Montreal, for exclusive newspaper publication, This is a big surprise, Stich :stories are seldom sold to news- papers for months anter the book is is- sued, but the Family Herald is in •n position to pay the price and land the prize. Their subscribers are to be congratulated. It is said the opening chapters will be published on January 2, 1907, so as to give all their subscrib- ers ample time to renew their sub- scriptions. In the meantime there will be e rnsh from new subscribers, and no wonder, foe the Family Herald with their beantiful picture, and Ralph Connor's story. is certainly a dollar's worth not to be luul every clay. Cburcb 'I�1e1 e Next Sunday, Rev. W. G. Rowson will preach in Berkeley street Metho- dist church, Toronto, to allow Rev. J. E. Starr, the pastor, to come to Wing - hem for the anniversary. Rev. J. M. Horton, M. A., of Ripley, will reach in St. Paul's next Su day , inse the Rectorfinds ca. e it impossible to get back in time. Mr. Horton is one of the coming men in the Diocese of Huron. The subject for discusion in the Baptist Church, next Lord's DLY, will bo ---"The Shipwreck of a Gallant Bark" and "A. Legitimate Strike." The latter should prove of special, in- terest to all who have given any thought to labor problems. The work of preparing the new Chord, of England Hymnal, or Bunk of Common Praise, goes steadily on, and at the next meeting cif the com- mittee in Toronto on New Ycat s Day, 1907, it is hoped that the work of re- vising the second draft will be com- pleted, A preparatory service was held on Ftidity last in Wingham Presbyterian church, and on Sunday the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was administer- ed, A large number of communicants was present. Rev. 1). Peri le, the pas- tor, preached appropriate sermons for the occasion. We rare not how you suffered, nor what failed to core you, Ilollister's Rocky Mountain Tea makes the punt- eet, weakest specimen of man or womanhood strop and healthy. 85 cents. Ask your druggist. Teachers Examinations. The 'Third Class Professional Ex- aminatinn will he held at the various Model Schools. beginning Tnesdny, Dec. 11th, et 8.43 a.m., end ending Dee. 13th, at 2.30 pan. Died in Michigan. Word was received this week of the death of Miss Ethel Jenkins. daturehter of Janes Jenkins of KalkaLska. Mich., and grand -daughter of Mr. Jenkins, of the Binevaie road. The deceased young lady was about twenty years of age, and died of pneumonia, The Local Markets. Wheat, 68 to 70e ; oats, 34 to 115e ; flour, $2 to $2.75 ; butter. 20c ; cats, 20e; chickens, 8c per lb. ; geese, Se; ducks, hie; turkey, 124c to'15c; live bogs, $6 to 6.10 ; hay, $10 a tont wood, 32.50 to $2.75 ; enol, $7.20. Full re- port of Tuesday Toronto markets on page 2. Waseren---Chnice roll butter, 2t e; dry picked poultry, dried apples, fea- thers, fresh eggs, etc, --G. E. King, A Brother Deceased. Word was received on Tuesday of the sudden death in Montreal of Mr. W. S. Brown, brother of Mrs. T. S. Boyle. Mr. and Mrs. Boyle have left for Montreal. The deceased had an extensive business and was well known .in that city. Mr. Boyle will return, if possible,, to time for next. Sunday's sevvtces, An Aged Resident. The death of Mrs. Fowler on Tues- day of this week removed another of the ogee, residents of this vicinity. Her maiden name was Jane Brown, and she was the relict of the late John Fowler. The deceased had for very many years been a resident of this vicinity, indeed, was one of the early settlers. She was a member of Blue - vale Presbyterian Church, and in her 86th year. Five Deaths In Family. Very sad indeed is the bereavement that has come to a German family at Dashwood, in this county. Five out of a faintly of eight are dead as the result of bad water. It has been As- certained that the water was poisoned by the decomposed bodies of dead frogs in the well, This is another warning to those who neglect the cleaning of their wells. Bad water is a fruitful source of disease. Dr. Redmond announces that night calls after 9.30 o'clock will be answer- ed at his residence, corner of Patrick and Shuter streets. -.16 At The Tannery. Mr. Win. Gurney of Georgetown has leased the Glove department of Wingham tannery and will commence work there January 1st. He already has a traveller on the road and has secured some large orders for 1907 de- livery, As he is a practical glove - maker, there appears to be no reason why a good trade should not be des veloped. Mr. Pt'ingle will still control the tannery department, and continue to pay the highest price for hides, skins, furs, tallow, etc. The Advance hopes to see every department as busy a hive as in days past. Two Political Conventions. The Liberals of Bast Huron will meet in. Brussels on Tuesday, Decem- ber 11th. Part of the business will be to select a candidate to contest the riding at the next election. The Lib- eral -Conservatives of theriding will bold their annual meeting in Brussels on Thursday, December 27th, for the election of officers and transaction of other business. It will now be in or- der for all interested to see that dele- gates are' sent from each polling sub- division. The hour announced for the gatherings is two o'clock in the after- noon. Seo W. G. Patterson's beautiful goods from a $50 -clock or expensive diamond ring to a collar button; something for everybody. �ersor�aYs Geo. Moir has returned home frott Pott Huron. Mr. Jos, Bowman and son have re- turned from the West. lifrs. Robt. Maxwell is visiting her g former'home in Michigan. Mrs. D. Rush of Toronto is visiting her daughter, Mrs. E. Hatt, Miss Mabel Orr retuned last week froth a visit to the Northwest. Miss Scott of llIyth was a visitor at Mr. F. 0. Spat•ling's ever Sunday.. Miss H. Wright of Kincardine was visiting at Mr. J. Fleuty's this week. Mrs. Rabt. Elliott of Brantford is visiting her son and daughter in town. Miss Dora Errat of Auburn was the guest of Mrs. M. Robertson during the past week. Taylor, of the Western Foun- dry,is spending a week in the Darr Y Sound district, Mrs. C. M. Walker t'etnened on Monday frorn an extended visit to friends in Ingersoll. Miss A. Cart'iek bas returned Lorne from Hamilton, where she haul a milli- nery position for the past season. Ml's. hfmuth and her sister, Miss Delia Sperling, A. T. C. M., assisted in a concert on: Monday evening in Blyth. WANritn.-•-Will pay the highest price for chickens and hens, to be des livered any day exeept Saturday.—W. Armour & on, TELEGRAPHY' is the first stop towards positions paying from WOO to x,000 por annum in rail. oneratwoy lr In 0 months a� tfhst f yon ay In 8t �,� Toronto. rho (inset Bohool in Canada. Write for partknlars, W. Taj, F11IA'GV' T. 4. .TpAl, NVI'O1+P n. ,a.....,, .. • ,,.,.,......._.. a-..._ ...,.. .� WING-HA,M, ONT,, THURSDAY, DEOEMBER 6, 1906, Snaka'In Stomach. The Godcrich Star says that a few days since, a a•esident of that town, who had for many weeks eorplained of stomach trouble, had an attack of vorntting, during which a snake• was ejected, The viper was measured by a person who was present ; it was twelve inches long and was alive, and is supposed to have been swallowed by the man while it wits either very small or in egg form, Qulet Wedding. The Fordwicli Retort, reports the following ; ---"On Wednesday after- noon bits Joshua W, Scott of Wing- haru, end Mist: Maty Reidt were unit- ed in the bouds of wedlock at the home of the bride's parents on the. 13th con. of Howick, Rev. A.. R. Phoniest of Mildmay • performing the ceremony, The wedding was a quiet one, The young couple will take up their residence. in Wingham, Their Mende here wish theta alt kinds of prosperity." Very Successful. The Cafe Chantant and IIandker. chief Bazaar, held on Tuesday even- ing under the auspices of the Girls' Auxiliary and A. Y. P. A. of St. Paul's Olwch, was very successful from every standpoint, except that the oc- casion was somewhat saddened by the news received by Mrs. Boyle of the death of her brotber as referred to elsewhere. Booths, tables, etc., were prettily decorated in red and white, and the salesladies and waitresses wore white dresses with red aprons and caps. A good progrant of vocal and instrumental music wits rendered dur- ing the evening, The proceeds were about $75. Base Burner for sale cheap, used one season.—A. M. Crawford. Don't forget the Baby's feet in selecting your Christmas Shoes. We have handsome styles.—W. J. Greer. Anniversary And Teameeting. Next Sunday, Rev. J. E. Starr, of Toronto, will preach the anniversary sermons of Wingharn Methodist Church at 1I a. rn. and 7 p, rn. Collec- tions will be taken on behalf of the Trust funds. On the following Mon- day evening, the annual teaaneeting will be held under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid, in the lecture room ; tea served from 5 to 8. After tea, a fine program will tie given, consisting of addresses by Rev. J. E. Starr of To- ronto, and Rev. W. 3. Joliffe, B. 0. L., of Clinton, recitations by Miss Brock and Miss Joynt of Lncknow, The musical part of the program is in the hands of Mr. Morton, and will be of interest. Admission to tea and en- tertainment, 25 cts ; children, 15 cts. Public School Board. Wingham Public School Hoard will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday evening unless some special business turns up, this will probably be the last meeting of the year. In Ward 1, Mr. A. Ross was 1. a elected d rn J ue last to fill out T. Abrar ham's term of two years, but one must, be elected to fill the vacancy caused by J. D. Long's removal. In the other Wards, the following will have completed the term for which they were elected :—Ward 2-3. J. Homutl . ; Ward' 3—A. E. Lloyd ; Ward 4—T. Hall. The last named was elected in June last to fill the va- cancyby cane caused ed the resignation nation of Dr. Irwin, whose term would have expir- ed with the close of 1900. These who remain another year in office are— Ward 1—Alex. Ross ; Ward 2—Wpm. Moore ; Ward 3-11. Kerr ; Ward 4— C. N. Griffin, Formerly Lived Here. It is now a settled fact that the steamer "Jones" was lost ie the Georgian Bay about eighteen miles from Owen Sound, in the gale that prevailed last week. Twenty-nine persons wore on board and so far as knowu alt .found a watery grave, within sight of land. Her next port of call with passengers and freight was to have been Lion's Head, hut she never reached it. Parts of her wreckage have been found, leaving no doubt as to her fate. Among the crew was Wesley Sadier, second engi- neer, and Frank .Jackson, son and son- in-law, respectively, of Jonathan Sad- ler, formerly of Wingham. The Jones was said to be a staunch little steamer, but the awfnl raging of'the waves was too much for the little craft, and all on board most have perished almost or quite within sight of the port to which they were bound. Call et R. Johnston's and see his line of Felts, Rubbers and Shoes and be convinced. WA:Mo.—Body makers for buggy and sleigh work, at once. State wages expected and when you can conte.--- Wm. Gray & Sons, Ltd., Chatham. Two Weeks' Weather. Of course, there will . probably be "weather" of some kind away and be- vyonde and the nest two week but lest e forget," we give (according gt . ( c ing to Prof. Hicks) an outline of what may be expected for the first=half of De- cember. The month opened with a storm period central frorn 2nd to 4th, Rain in some places will turn to snow in northern and western sections, fol- lowed by high, cold winds from the northwest. This cold wave will cover the country from 3rd to Oth. An an- nual electrical crisis occurs from 8th to 15th; besides, the Moon is at last quarter, on 8tb, and on celestial equa- tor on 10th ; from 10th to 15th, the south pole of the earth presents its smallest angle to the sun. Hence the earth takes on a full supply of positive electricity at one polo, and this causes abundance of negative forces in the northern or opposite hemisphere. Therefore from 8th to kith, there are likely to he disturbances, eleetrtc cute rents, shakes and storms, central on the 11th. A regular storm period is central on the 13th, covering from 12th to 160. This will be ono of, if not the roost $.etive storms of Decemn- her, Bliszarlous storms of sleet and snow with high gales will set in by the 13th from the west. Be prepared for severe winter Morin and Inc u fiercer cold wave immediately follow- ing, say by IOth, Iltmv* WA*arisn. • -We will pay the highest cash pries. for hides.--Thoer, T. aalcl, Historical Debate. The Epworth League of the Metho- diet church, held an interesting meet- ing on Monday evening, at whieh there was a large number present. After the business routine, a reception service was held, when twenty-two were received into membership Fol- lowing this was a debate on the snb- jeet --•- "Resolved that the English speaking race made greater Advance. rent in Victoria's reign than in Eliza- beth's reign." The affirmative side was taken by Miss Brock and Mrs. Forbes, while the negative side was taken by Dr. Price and Ira Parker, The Judges were—Rev. W. G. Row- son, no. Kerr and G. Liddy, who de- cided that the affirmative side made the most points, Fovxn.—On Thursday evening last, a bag of Chop. Owner can have it by paying for this advt. The New Postoffice. Finishing touches are being put on the interior of the new postoffice building, and Postmaster Fisher ex- pects to occupy it before long. To move in, get accustomed to new sur- roundings, locating lock -boxes, draw- ers and their numbers, etc., will re- quire patience as well as toil, on the part of the obliging lady clerks, More especially will this he true as the holi- day rush is at hand, and if removal occurs before Christmas, the task will be trying indeed: This should be tak- en into consideration by patrons of the office, and should the removal take place within the next two or three weeks, the public should exer- cise patience with the clerks, until they become familiar with the new gimbals, location of boxes, etc. We are sure the young ladies will do their very best to servo the public, under what may (for a time) be difficult cir- cumstances. We made an immense contract with Santa Claus for all kinds of Christmas Slippers. It will pay you to see them. —W. J. Greer. Miscellaneous Brevities. Statutory meeting of Municipal Councils on Dec. 15th, one week from Saturday next, to wind up the year's business. The question—"Shall I be there?" will occur to many Councillors in the country,*with regard to 1907 Councils.... Why is the date of the pastotfice opening like a California flea ? Because some people put their finger on it, and think they 'shave it," but have it not. Some farmers re- port Northern Spy apples not keeping well this year, for some reason.... Several families recently corse to town are reported in need ; some have been assisted by a committee of one of the Chinches, and other citizens.... Stores open every week -day evening during December for holiday shoppers .The Conservative convention for East Huron is dated for Thursday, Dec. 27th, in the village of Brussels Two weeks from Tuesday next will be Christmas day....Mr. Craw- ford is moving up over his shops Mr. Geo. Spotton will occupy the house just vacated..... Wingham now has three gond livery stables....The snow that fell on Saturday and Sunday nights made light sleighing, and if it continues. a good Christmas trade and sale of winter goods are likely to fol- low Teameeting in the lecture room of the Methodist church next ,Monday night County Councils are holding their December , session this week....Acollection for theP o o r was taken in the Methodist church on Sunday night, and $23 was reeeived. It is in charge of a committee consist- ing of the pastor, Messrs. J. Keri•, J. T. Davidson and W. H. Green It is said that, when peeling onions if you begin at the root end and peel up- ward, the onions will scarcely affect your eyes at all. Come and see the choice array of watches, clocks, charms, silverware, purses, and novelties for presents, never before equalled in Wingham, at W. G. Patterson's. A Lady Lecturer. Mrs. Leonidas Hubbard. jr., the in- trepid explorer of Labrador, is visit- ing her sister, Mts. W. 'H. Cruik- shank, of Lower Wingham. Her visit. to our town recalls the sad death of her husband, who lost his life, while on a journey of exploration in that north land, and in a brave effort to traverse and map the courses of two large rivers, the Northwest River, draining Lake 31ichikainatl, and George River, draining the northern slope of the country to Ungava Bay. Me. Hubbard was misled by infortna- iron given him, and by former maps, , and taking the wrong stream was lost in the innumerable lakes of Labrador. He and- his party began a retreat, but before they reached the borders of civilization, Mr. Hubbard succumbed to,the headships and privations of the trip, for provisions having given oat, it is feared he suffered for food in his last hours. Int 1905, Mrs. Hubbard bravely undertook to complete the work, in the prosecution of which her husband had sacrificed his life. She went to Labrador, and reaching Northwest River Po 't s , she com- menced the dangerous journey from there on June 27, 1905, with four guides, two canoes and 717;0 lbs. of pro- visions. One of the guides was Bison, who had suceeeded in recovering Mr. Hubberd's body and his records of ex- ploration. Thootn'ne was one t iisotne travel by canoe over lakes, rivet's and portages. That northern, country is said to have thousands of lakes that bewilder the explorer. Mrs. Hubbard succeeded in her work; she travelled up the Naseanpee River to Lake bliehikatnan, and traced the George River to Ungava Ilay, where a tide of fifty feet prevails. At •one point of her journey, during August, she met with as wall of ice several feet in thickness, thnt the summer snit had failed to melt. In a bulletin of the American Geogratphical Society, Mrs,. Hubbard gives an interesting account of her trip through the uninhabited country traversed. She has lately been on a lecturing tour, and spoke quite recently in McMaster Universi- ty, Toronto. ' She illustrates her leeture with views from photographs- taken hotographstaken by herself, while on her adven- turous journey. I.ortr.--•.On Nov. 8011i, between Rine - vale and Wingham. a lady's hand -bag contelning a bunch .of keys and rL purse with money in it. Finder please leave at Bluevale P, O. or Ad- vance oaks, Wingham. dotal 'items Wear Greer's Shoes and Rubbers. Mr. John Ctoakey has been ill with pneuraonla for some time ; we hope soon to report his recovery. Four heating staves for sale cheap. - -rhe Bee Hive Co, Mr. and Mrs. 1W. E, Zurbrigg's youngest child has been 111 with pneu- monia, and is still very weak. Rev. W. A. Smith, of As1111el3. ,las been invited to become pastor of Dun- gannon circuit after next Confer- ence. • Horlcisy Boors.—The best styles in both Ladies' and Gents' at W. J, Greer•'s. The monthly meeting of L. O. L. 794 will be held on Friday evening of this week. The annual election of of- ficers will take place, The Advance acknowledges the kindly remembrance of Miss Bella Scott of East Wawanosh, who sent us it basket of choice snow apples. Xmas. Niawc,—Don't forget to keep this date open for "The Band Concert of the Season." Remember who is getting it up, so you know what to ex- pect. Christmas goods, thespprettiest, new- est and choicest at W. G. Patter - son's. The committee of the Board of Trade, who are looking after the ap- plication to Mr, A. Uarnegie, has re- ceived the necessary forms to be fill- ed up. S�ecial prices to those wanting meat in large pieces or by the quarter.— Thos. T. Fields A Sunday School concert will be held in S. S. No. 9, East Wawanosh, on Friday, Dec. 14th. Everybody is invited, and a good programme promised. A complete line of Felts, Rubbers and Shoes now on hand at R. John- ston's Boot and Shoe Store. A deputation, consisting of Dr. P. Kennedy, Dr• J. E. Tainlyn, Mayor Bell and Principal Musgrove, appeared before the County Council to advocate the claims of Wingham Hospital. We are ready for an immense busi- ness in Christmas Footwear. Come, see our display,—W, J. Greer. The Literary Society of the Wing - ham Business College is again organi- zed and will hold their first meeting on Dec. 20th. A program equal to any of those given last year is being prepared. Fon SALE. --A number of Mammoth Bronze Turkeys ; also Buff Orpingtons and Barred Rocks.—Henry Deacon, Belgrave P. 0. The Advance is pleased to report that Mr. Wm. Armour is recovering from his recent illness. He has had a long siege of it, but this week he is able to be oat of bed, and we hope will soon be himself again. FOR S.i ,E.—A second-hand 4 -horse Sweep Power, including tumbling rods and pulley, in good repair. Will bo sold reasonable.—J. e.— J .T of T. Holmes, White- church. ' Wingham Fire Brigade have secur- ed H. Wilmot Young and Company of twenty persons to present "Tho Princess of Patches" in the Opera House, Wingham, on Dec. 20, with new specialties, at popular admission prices. A pair of our Ladies' handsome Dress Shoes or our elegant Slippers would snake a Christmas gift that would delight any woman.—W. J. Greer. Friday evening, Dec. 7, an illustrated lecture will be given itt the Town Hall under the joint auspices of the Angli- can Junior Auxiliary and the Presby- terian Mission band. The subject will be Japan, and Rev. T. 8. Boyle will deliver the lecture. Kaiser, the Jeweler, is offering on Saturday and Monday, Dec. Sth and l0tlt, 25 per cent. discount on all his lines of Clocks. Don't miss the op- portunity ; call and be convinced of the great bargains. On Thursday evening last, the new Masonic Ly to H,L1] ltle T eswatet was dedi- cated. ec t cated. About forty-two members of the craft from Wing basin went over by special train to enjoy the evening with. their Teeswater brethren. They remained to the banquet at Hotel Vendome and report an enjoyable evening. To BuxL1,ERs.—A carload of fresh Durham Cement to hand; also the hest plastering hair always on hand (eleven pounds to the bushel) at the Vingpant Cement Factory.—Sinton 11litebell, Manager. Mr.. and Mrs. Madigan have had considerable affliction lately in their home ; ono of their children has been ill for sante time, and on Saturday their son John was taken to St. Jos- eph's Hospital, London, being ill with typhoid. To make matters worse, 31r. Madigan hss been taken ill and on Tuesday, he was also taken to the hos- pital in London, Foca Sant;. --Lot 18, con. 7, Tntn- berry, otto hundred acres, pearly all cleared ; in grass nutny years ; goad soil and well watered. Terms to snit purchaser. --'Ii. Dams, Wingham. The new branch of the C. P. I2+ run- ning through Durham, has in that tower, about a dozen houses and the school on its right of way through the town. Some of these homes are al- most now, and the railway has had to pity well for the property. The school is offered them for %MOO, $2,00O less than a former price. It is thonght the company will accept it et this valuation. Drt. ()vests, M. D., tondon, Eye and Her Surgeon, will be at McKtbbon's drug store the first Tuesday in each month ; hours, 2 to 0 p. tn. Cataract, squint, failingeyesight, nasal catarrh, deafness, heanoises treated and glea- m* properly fitted. $1.00 PFR T 14DT4JC REV. W. G. iIOWSON, The above portrait is that of the present pastor of Wingham Methodist Church, who began his labors here in July last. Mr. Howson was born in Lancaster, England, and when only three weeks old, was bereft of his mother He conies of good stock, for among his ancestor's was Rev. Dr, Howson, Dean of Chester Cathedral, England. His early training, however, was under Methodistic influences, and while very young he decided to live the Christian life. At seventeen, he began to preach and was known as the boy preacher. When 20 years of age he was brought to Canada by the late Rev. Morley Punshon, who foresaw for the "boy preacher" a field of usefulness in Canada. Mr. Howson was ordained in 1876, Rev. Dr. Wood being Presi- dent that year. His family consists, besides himself and Mrs. Howson, of four daughters and an adopted son. The, second daughter is a Deaconess and is preparing for Mission work in the foreign field. Mr. Howson is recognized as one of the best preachers in the London Con- ference, and has filled many impor- tant stations. He is eloquent, earnest and sympathetic, and his serrhous have usually a strong evangelistic ten- dency. Since his coming to. Wing - ham, the congregation has considera- bly increased, and the work is pros- pering. He is a faithful worker, and his pastoral visitations are encourag- ing and helpful. He has won for him- self a warm place in the affections of his congregation, and in the esteem of the general public. TOWN COUNCIL. Council met December 3rd ; all the members present. A communication was read from West Huron License Commissioners, enclosing cheque for $376.14, the amount to the credit of the town from the License fund for the current term. The following accounts were con- sidered by the Finance committee :— W. W. H. Green, bal. flume ac't...$150.00 A. Sanderson, team work 21.70 Young, & McBurney, tapping ntam, etc W. Holmes, repairs D. Moore, sewer pipe E. Dennis, teaming J. D. Burns, supplies...... H. Hawthorn, labor Armstrong & Co., photos Monarch Typewriting Co Jno. Rogers, glazing A. Schafer, repairs W. Guest, salary W. Guest, cedar J. B. Ferguson, salary V. Vannor'man, salary R. Rankin, salary Bell Telephone Co., message T. Graham, labor, drain N. McCallum, " D. C. McDonald " T. Lutton D. E. McDonald, material and workmen D. E. McDonald, inspecting " " waterworks " " street work 47.27 15.25 1.05 1.05 7.95 3.75 3.00 7.00 3.50 1.00 18.75 2.00 46.50 42.00 6.25 .25 35.43 82.80 37.18 14.87 12.95 48.00 7.35 6.00 On motion of Councillors Bell and Hanna, the report of Finance commit- tee was adopted and the accounts will be paid. Electric light accounts amounting to "$298.58 were also passed by the Finance committee. Hanna—D. Bell—That the balance n c f account of W. H. Green for cement flume be paid, less rebate of $75 for the flume not being; plastered. The matter was discussed by the Council - tors, and also that of the abutment. The motion prevailed. On motion of Coun's Hanna and Nicholson, $1800 was placed to the credit of High School Board for per- manent improvements and balance of appropriation for maintenance. By-law 552 was passed, authorizing the issue of debentures, consolidating debentures amounting to 311,000, on C. P. R. $8,000, on Salt Well $3,000. Two offers were received for the purchase of 316,500 of High School de- bentures. Aemititls Jarvis, Toronto, nffere 1 r 10 1 $ 23 W. 0. Brent offered $10,220. The Council 1 wool 1t ke to sell them at par, and on notion of Bennett and Forbes, the Mayor and Clerk were authorized to go to To- ronto to effect the best sale possible, A By-law was tread the flt'st and second tunes to loam the Wingham t''art'iagc Co. $3.()00 Inc a tet•tn of ten year;,, repayable by annual instal- ments. and fix their assessment (ex- cept for school purposes) at 32,100. The Company ngi.ee to erect a build- ing 5006 and properly equip it and employ 20 to 20 bands. They must show a capital stock of $7,000 all paid up, before the loan is paid over and soom'e the town by first mortgage on buildings med. plant. On motion of Mann;: and Mrflanald, the By -bow was advanced and will be published as read. Payment of the quarterly grant of $37.50 to the Baud was authorized. On motion of Itanna and 1). Dell, Thos. Aitchison was allc►we'cl $1, rent of land used as path from foundry. Pouneil then Adjourned to meet 1)ee. ISth -to wind up the business of the year. 1 Fail Ia Here! And along with it come.., ... ... Coughs and Colds Do not let them linger. Our ....., `Syrup of White Pine and Tar" Will scatter and eure them in a day or two. Invest 25 cents and be convinced and cured. Walton McKibbOn DRUGGIST MACACNALD BLOCK CHRISTMAS' FOOTWEAR For Women There are Handsome Street and Dress Boots, with the new Coban Heels and narrow Toes. I Beautiful Slippers, Sandals and Oxforde in Dainty styles. We've everything to make a Woman's foot look handsome. For Men i We've splendid Shoes in all 1 the new shapes, made from the best of leather. Business Shoes, Full Dress Shoes, Slippers, Dano- ing Pumps, etc. Boys and Misses We've the best of Shoes for School and for Dress occasions. Leggins and Rubber Boots for the Girls. and Little Fellows, etc., etc. Can't tell you the half here —come, see. W. J. 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