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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance, 1908-04-30, Page 1The .Wingham Advance. - 35111EAR, NO, 35, Rousing Conservative Convention. Principal A ti. Musgrove t of Wingham, Chosen to Contest North Huron. The Liberal -Conservatives of North Huron, as constituted for the Ontario Legislature, met 111 C'onvention in on Thursday, April 23rd, The number of delegates had been estricted to three for each of the 81). polling sob -divisions of the new ridin, making in all 117 delegates. Of these 110 were present and voted. There was also a large lumber present of enthusiastic workers, -who though not certified delegates were interested in the anceess of the: party in the ap- proaching elections, The election of officers resulted as follows; President -Sohn Joint, Lucknow , lst Vice -Pres.; -john Wilford, Blyth 2nd Vice -Pres. -Sohn Griffin, Ashfield Secretary -Dudley Holmes, Wingharn Treasurer -David 13e11, Winghani. The following chairmen of sub-divis sins were also elected: • Ashfield -1, Thos., Stothers ; 2, Jas. Alton; 3, William Bowies; 4, Sohn Schoenhals ; 5, Thos. O'Connor ; 6, M. S. McKay; 7, R. Hamilton. Blyth --1, Thos. Code ; 2, Sos. Carter. Howie --1, Wm. Weir; 2, Sine Montgomery; 3, Jas. Armstrong ; 4, Thos. Goggins; 5, T. 0. Johnston; 6, Wm, Chapman." . • Morris -1, R. Vint; 2, Geo. Kelly, jun.; 3, R. Proctor ; 4, Win. Smith; • 5, R. McGuire; 0, Ed. Johnston. Turnberry-1, Wm. Oruikshank ; 2, Robt. Musgrove; 8, Arthur Wheeler • 4, Jno. Mulvey. East Wawanosh-1, Geo, Sturdy; 2, Silo. Scott; 3, 3,3. Keir; 4, Sam. Mc- Burney. West Wawanosh-1, Jos. Mallough ; 2, R. Medd; 3, Wm. Thompson ; 4, R. Anderson; 5, Wm. McQuillan. Wroxeter --Thos. Wingham-1, Chas. Barber;'2, W. P. VanStone ; 3, IL Ker; 1, 0. N. Griffin. It was resolved that the Executive should consist of two representatives from each municipality, and the fol- lowing were elected: Ashfleld-T. G. Allen, M. McKay. Blyth -F. Metcalfe, Thos. Code. How - ick. -M. Dane, B. S. Cook. Morris - R. Proctor, M. Cardiff. East Wawa - nosh -J. E. Ellis, P. W. Scott. West Wawanosh-R. Medd, W. Megnillan. Wroxeter -Thos. Hemphill, Geo. Lac- kie. Wingham-Dr. Irwin, D. E. Mc- Donald. The nomination of a candidatefor the Legislature was then taken up, ancl thelollowing names submitted :.-- A. FL Musgrove, Sits. Bowman, Mat- ! the* Lockhart, B. S. Cook, Wm. Mee'. Quillen, F. Metcalfe Jas. Johnston, I Dudley Holmes, P. VV, Scott, George ' Spotton. - I . - The candidates then addressed the retiring, except electors briefly, aMessrs. Musgrove, Bowman and Lock - ll - I hart. M. Bowman, of Morris, in speaking referred to the redistribtition, and the unfairness -under which Conservatives had labored in the division of town- ships in this comity. Had it not been for this, Mr. Garrow nor Mr. Cameron would never have sat in the Legisla- ture for West Huron. The Mowat arrangement was a gerrymander '• Mr. Whitney's was an honest redistribu- tion. He referred also to. his previous campaign when no one , else would take up the fight, he had done so. He .e regarded this as a claim, but pledged himself to support whoever should be the choice of the Convention, .51r, Bowman had many friends in North Huron, and made twiny more by this declaration. Mr. Lockhart also referred to the redistribution as a most fair one. Ile claimed that Mr. Hislop shoold have supported it in the Legislature, Mr. Whitney, had fulfilled his promises, abolished..the numbered ballot, smash- ed the school book ring, and saved. the families of Ontario $100,000 per an- num. The three last sessions of the Legislature had given the country more good legislation than fifteen years under the previous administra- tion, He hoped. the Convention would stand by the mafl who should be chosen, as he intended to do. Itfr. Musgrove said some of the pre- vious speakers had referred to their &dins. 1.1e might also do so, for he was fighting the battles of the Con- servative party before some had cat their political eye-teeth. Some con- tended that they should be represent- ed by a farmer candidate, but they had been represented in the Legisla- ture for years Ins a farmer, and he would ask, what had Arcb. HURT ever done the Legislature to benefit the farmers. Where was the legielin tion ? Teachers being in touch with the educational interests might claim the right of being represented also. Two things were necessary : 1st -A capa.ble representative. 2ncl-A man able to • carry the riding. He esked that whoever the choice of the Con- vention should be, that person should receive a united support. In conclusion,'be said, "There never was a Mus- grove who was known to be false to his trust." The ballots were then passed, and when collected showed 115 out of 117 delegates had voted. As one delegate came in after the ballots were count- ed, it was resolved unanimously to ballot again. The following was the result :- • - Musgrove 63 Bowman 35 Lockhart 18 Total 110 It was then moved by Mr. Lockhart, seconded by Mr. Bowinan-That this Convention make the nomination of Mr. Musgrove unanimous. This was carried enthusiastically, by a standing vote. Ool. Hugh Clark, M. P. P., of Kin- cardine, then addressed the electors in a neat and effective manner, noting the value to the province of the legis- lation of the Government during the last three years. -Mr. Clark is a.• good :speaker, and with more time at his disposal, he could no doubt have treat- ed the subject at greater length to 'good advantage, as well as to the plea- sure of the audience. One pleasing feature of the Conven- tion was the harmony that prevailed. There was no lack Of candidates, but all seemed willing that the strongest man should be chosen, and all pledged their assistance to secure his election. Tbe usual cheers wore then given, and thus closed without a discordant note, the first Convention of North Huron Conservatives, without even a single sign of -the "Hair -pulling" pre - dieted by the Brussels Post, and ap- parently anxiously hoped for by many opponents of the Whitney adminis- tration. , Chosen Friends At Church. On Sunday last, Council No. 222, Canadian Order of Chosen Friends, attended service in the Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. if, E. Allen, preached an excellent sermon, taking as his text Prov. 27 :0, After extending a welcome to the visitors, Mr. Allen introduced his sub- ject by saying that he spoke from the outside point of view, not being a tnember of the Order, but he had the constitution, and noted in it many things of which. he approved. The title of the order was significant. It stood, lst-For patriotism ; it is Cann - diem. 2nd -It was an "Ceder," that is, organized for benevolent purposes. 3rd -It stood for Friendship; the members are "friends." 4th -It im- plied judgment or choice -"Chosen" • Friends. The speaker referred to the term 'friend' and several misapplications of the word. No higher title could be bestowed upon en individual than that of friend. Re then pointed out the elements requisite in true friehd- ship :- 1-Goodnees ; a bad man cannot be a true friend. 2-A capacity for loving. 3-13'eittifiditess, implying loyalty and trnth. 4-Synipathy. 6 -Disinterestedness, Each �f these elements was suitably enforced, andthe speaker closed a most appropriate discourse h y remind- ing his lieerers ofthe One Trtie Friend, "who sticketh closer than a brother." Oa returning to the Lodge room, Vette of thanks Veeri3 passed to the visiting Friends, to the officials of the Baptist Chureh, and to Rev. IL E. Allen for hit excelleob sermon, The Visitors were then invited to dinner at the National hotel, accOmpanied by it committee of Winghant Council No. 222, Fon Seen -A couple of secondhand carpets, cheap. Apply P. O. box 04. -WAtrtgb.-A ton of voll butter dal- ly, 27c; fresh gathered eggs; also any quantity of dded apples, feathers, E. King. Dn. Ontleak M. D., London, Eye arid Ear Surgeon'will be at Melabbott'is dreg store, on Moriday. May 2.5th. Cataract, equint,-eyesight, nasal eataterh, &fitness, head hoises treated and glasses properly fitted. Rettrae-12 as M. to 8 p. North Huron Liberals. North Huron Liberal Convention was held in Winghani, on Friday. Although five delegates were called for from each of the thirty-nine poll- ing subdivisions, there was a compara- tively small attendance, and, there did not seem to be inuch enthusiasm manifested. Previous to the nonaination the North Huron Liberal Association was organized with the following officers: President -Jas. Young, Auburn. 1st Vice -President -A.. McLaughlin, Ho wick. 2nd Vice -Pres. -R. Clegg, Wingliam. 8rd Vice -Pres. -S. Styles, Ashrield. Secretary -H, B. Elliott, Wingham. Treasurer -J. A. Morton, Winghtun. The matter of choosing a candidate for the Legislature was then taken up. No nominations were made, but an open ballot was taken, when it was found. that Mr. J. T. Currie, of East Wayeanosh received the highest num- ber of votes. Mr, Blaine, Reeve of West Wawanosh then moved, and it was seconded by Yee. N. McKenzie of Aehfield, that the nomination be made ananimous. This was done, and Mr, Currie ie aecepting thanked the con- vention for the honor conferred upon him. Mr, Currie is so well-known in this vieinity, that little need be said of him. He it; a respected and prosper- ous farmer of East Wavvanosh, atid having been Reeve of his own town- ship and Warden of the county is ac- customed to appearieg in public. Possibly no bettee man could be se - lofted as the Liberal candidate, for he is a good canvasser. No objections whatever can he teken to hie moral cluteacter, so that he should poll a, large vote. Addresses Were then delivered by a entailer present, and the Convention closed with cheers for Leader McKay and J. T. Carrie. BIRTItS. Rankin -In Wingham, April 18, to Mr. and Mrs. Geo, It nkin, a, son. • Mclelvven-Iri Morris, April 29, to Mr, mid Mrs, Aleit. &legatee, a daughter. johnstoe-In Wingham, Aril 28, to Mr. and Mrs. I. Johnston, a (laugh- ter. lobeeton-In 1Vinghttie Antil to Mr, and Mrs. Ivan' Johnston. a daughter. DEAVIS. MeCrite-to Belgrave, Ape, Zit% Win. MoCrat, 10 hie 76th year. WINGRAX, ONT., TRUSDAY, APRIL 30t 1908. Belgrave Items. Sproat & Whaley have started their waggon on the road. R. E. McKenzie of Belgrave repices aver the birth of a. baby by, Itirs, Moore of. Guelph attended the funeral of ber Uncle, Wm, McCrea, on Tuesday. Miss Susie johnston is quite indis- posed. We trust she will soon regalia her usual health. Miss Wiley of Wingham spent a few days with her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wiley 6f this village. Fred. Scandrett of Toronto is spend- ing his holidays at the home of his parents, Mn and Mrs, joint Scandrett. Mr. Richard Stonehouse is suffering from an affection of one big toe, whicb will altogether likely have to be taken Miss Munro of Bay City. Mich., has returned to her home, after spending a few days witb her couein, Mrs.N-Vm. Geddes. The baseball team of Belgrave have rented. the old park or race coerse, from John Fells, to use for games and sports for the Rammer season. The Methodist Quarterly ineeting and Sacramental services will be held at Bricl . church next Sunday at 10,30 a. m. Trustee Board will ineet in Bel - grave church on Monday at 2.80 p. m. What might have been a serious accident happened on Monday even - hag. Mr. and Mrs. Will. .Proctor, when corning from Wingham, drove up to McKenzie's flour and feed store, where Mr. Proctor tied the horse, leaving Mrs. Proctor sitting in the buggy. For some reason the horse made a dash, broke the bridle and startedfor home at full speed. While tnrning at McClelland's corner, Mrs. Proctor was thrown out with great force on the gement sidewalk. Though no bones were broken, Mrs. Trootor is badly bruised and shaken up, and the buggy smashed.. There passed away in Belgrave on Sunday afternoon, 'William McCrae (brother of Chas. McCrea) of this vil- lage. This has removed another of the landmarks of the past, pointing i back to the pioneer daya n the county of Huron. About three months ago Mr. McOrae's foot became seriously irritated and blood -poisoning set in, necessitating the amputation of the foot. In the meantime, the poison had gone so much through the system that his lire appeared to be hanging in a balance. The last month he re- covered considerable strength, the wound healed nicely and he was able to be out a bed, with every prospect of getting better, until about ten clays ago when be took a relapse and grad- ually sank away, Deceased was born in the county of Fermanagh, Ireland, 75 years ago, and he with his parents and family emigrated to Canada 57 years ago, settling in West GwiIIims- bury about the year 1852. The family then moved west- to the township of Morris (where Belgrave now is) when the whole country was a wilderness, taking • up a large block of land of which deceased settled on a pelt, cleared it up, and has lived continu- ously on it until his death, Mr. Mc - Orae was married 43 years ago to Miss Margaret Corbett, daughter of the late Christopher Corbett, who prede- ceased him 23 years. No man will be more missed. in this lecalit,y than Mr. ticOrac. There was seldom a day that he was not seen in the village: He was of a kind and. jovial nature, making it the desire of nearly every person to converse with him. In re- ligion he belonged to the Church of England, and in politics he was a Con- servative, He leaves to moiwn bbs loss, four daughters -Mrs. Miller of Manitoba, Mrs. Gray of California, Mrs: Brydges of Morris, and Miss Bella, at . home., There is also one sister, Mrs. Sohn Owens. All of these will feel the heavy loss of a kind father and brother. The remains were intereed in the McCrae buryingground on Tuesday. The funeral service was conducted by his pastor, Rev. W. H. Hartley of Blyth, assisted by Rev. G. W. Rivers of Belgrave. The deepest sympathy of the community goes out Lor the bereft family. At the recent Vestry meeting of Trinity Ohutch, the following evi- dence of sympathy was given Mr. Robt. McMurray :- Dasit SIR :-At this the first meet- ing of the Vestry of. Trinity Church, since the death of your late beloved wife, we the members 'thereof hereby desire to tender to you and your fami- ly our matt sincere sympathy. We miss Mrs. McMurray at all our social gatherings with her quiet, kind ways, bat, more especially die we miss her at the services of oar Church. May the link that has been broken on earth be orte more tie drateing you all to be "when God inaketh up his jewels," an unbroken family circle in that Home beyond the skies. Gone from the joy and the Madness, Gone from the light and the cheer, Gone from the love that was closest, Gone from the hearts that were dear. Gone and our home is so dreary, Gone mid our hearts ate so rent, Gene from the paths that she bright- ened, Always with tranquil Content. She hal entered the meadow; of glory Safe in the bosom of God, Walking the highways of Heaven, Free where the ransomed have teed. Satisfied there with her Saviour, Ceased all the toil and the tare, Never again to he burdened, Never a heart ache Le bear. Oft behalf of Tkinity Oburch Vestry, Very Sincerely yours, Beery Johnson, W. H. Hadley, Rector. Church 'news Mr. Geo. Mason will fill Hey. H, E. Alien's appointment in Teeswater next Sunday afteenoon. Rev. G. B, Sage, rector of St. George's Church, London, will preaeh missionary sermons in St. Paul's Church next Sunday. Fourteen new members were added to the membership of the Methodist Church. last Sunday morning, making a total of forty-seven received into the church since last Conference. .A meeting of the Presbyterian con- gregations of Smith's Hill and Auburn will be lield at Smith's Hill on Mon- day, May 4th, to extend a call to someone to the pastorate of those churches. In the Parish hall, on Sunday afte noon, there was a meeting for me only. After opening exercises by th Rector, Mr. W. A. Noble of Hamilton, gave an. address. It was a plain, straight talk on religious lines. Mr. Noble was formerly a saloon -keeper, and has eeen the "seamy side" of life. Now, with the experience of a new life his words of warning land advice, should not go unheeded. There was a fair-sized audience, who listened at- tentively to the address. Next Sunday will be anniversary day in Wingham Methodist Sunday School. Sermons will be preached by Rev. Dr. Rankin, of Carlton Street March, Toronto, morning and. even- ing. In the afternoon, there will be a grand rally of the sehool, and a plat- form meeting will be held in the audi- torium of the church, addressed by Rev. Dr. Rankin, and Rev. H. E. Allen, pastor of Wingham Baptist Church. Rev. W. G. Howson will preach in Carlton street chureb, Toronto. De. Rankin is considered an able preacher. The Sunday School will occupy the centre seats. Mr. F. Je Hill has charge of the special music for the anniversary day. The annual meeting of the Baptist church was held last Thursday even- ing. A large proportion of the mem- bers were present. Letters expressing regrets were read from those who were absent, through illness or other unavoidable causes. The past year was, in many respects, most success- ful. Nothwithstanding the financial stringency, the offerings from all sources for missions and charitable purposes amounted to $182.05, and the total contributions from all sources reached. $1215.32, or more than $12.00 per member. The Deacons are -A. Kelly, P. Fisher, Wm. Welwood, Geo. Pocock, W. Pringle; Clerk, E. Smith; Treas. A. Closens ; Organist, Mrs. W. Homu'th. Congregational Reunion. The annual congregational rennion of St. Panl's Church was held in the Parish Hall, on Monday evening, and was invested with more than usual in- terest from the fact that it practically closed the very 'pleasant relations that have existed between the congrega- tion and the Rector, who leaves this week to take charge of a new parish in Chatham. The reports of the various societies were presented and. read. The - Churchwardens reported the finances iatisfactory, there being a small bal- ance and practically no debts. The total revenue was ' $3003.55. The Rector reported a successful year, but noted the removal of several families. There are now about 150 families on the parish list. Favorable reports were also read from the Sunday School, the Woman's Auxiliary and Girl's branch, the A. Y. P. A., the Brotherhood of St. Andrew, the Wo- man's Guild and the Pat ish Club. The reading of the reports was in- terspersed with musical selections, etc., including instrumental duet by Miss Houghton and Mrs. Alderson, readings by S. Gratets, solos by Miss Mason, Miss Mann and Mr. Cline. After giving his report, the Rector referred to the pleasing relations that had existedbetween the congregation, Ides. Boyle and himself, and the many tokens of appreciation received. Not- withstanding manyremovals, the year's work had been suc•cessful, and the different societies all reported sue - cess. Mr. H. Davis replied -suitably on be- half of the congregation; testifying to the csteeni itt which Mia and Mrs. Boyle were held, and appreciation of }laving disposed of my boob and shoe business, all accounts dee rile must lie settled by cash Ler note by May 20th, --n, solottoco. von sAtt.-lohros .Thoroughbrea. Hereford bulls for vale, at prices. to • trotke them move, --Apply to -Geo. Webb, St. Helens, . the Nelson Tait of 408 4.3ptielitut Ave.. Temente, wilt he et the -Queen's Hotel. Witigharn, On. Thettelay, May lith, from 8 eat, till 10..patte for emieuItae then i dieeteses of . Eye, Ear, Noee and Throat, Glasties Atte& their work. Mr. E. Nash then reed the following address from the A. Y. P. A.:- 'l'o Rev.'''. S. and Airs. l3oyle :- Since the bonds which unite us in christian work and fellowship In our beloved Church ot St. Paul's are soot% to bo severed, we, the menr her of the Anglican Young People's Assool- ation, desire to convey to you an 'expression of our profound regret at your removal from us. suoh a time, words scion% ineffective 10 express our true feelings. but wo assure you that every member of our -association shares in the universal regret. We have also taken this opportunity of expressing to you our unbounded appreciation of, and heartfelt gratitudrifor, your work on behalf ef tne, young Dealite's society of this churoh. At rill times and in all Reasons you have been unsparing in your endeavonrs to further the interests Of the Anglican Young People's Assodlation by your friendly concern for the Welfare ot eat% ono without respect Of person. Yen ho.ve aided Us with lelpful sug- gestions and advice. You have made our meetings joyful, inspiring -and instructive. You have. shown earnestness and zeal in oar WOrk and mile ovidenoo ot your interest in the young people hits given us great endourage- merit. You have been,our true friends and wd shall always thorlah the memory of your ail toe brief stay &thong ut. Bet, nevertheless, hi spite of all thiS, we ,rojoice that your merit and Werth have boon recognized and that you have been called to a wider sphere ot usefulness. NVhen you leave us you will Carry With you our best wishoS frit year 811e0e84. Our prayers will bo with you all tibial. Mity the blessing of God Mt richly %Mon yen both. "learoWell 1 in hOpe and Uwe, In faith and nonce and player: Till He Whose Home is mire above, Unite tis there Signed. On behalf of the Anglican Young People's Assoolation. Mien Porter, President Lizzie Monty, Secretary Congregational itounion, Monday evening, April 2700903, Mr. Boyle expressed his sincere ap- pteciation of the kled words of the ad. dress, and added that he had only dote what he felt it VMS his -duty to do. A deinty luncheon was then par- taken of, and a most enteessfal .Re. union brought to A dose, .„,.. SEED t011,14. -The best early - maturing varieties for &Whip or peon feedf for sale. G. S. King. V. M. CO A, The Wingliant branch of the Y. M. 0, A, held a successful meeting in their room on Taesday evening. Them was a good program, and a Bible class has been formed in connec- tion. The Association will meet regulerly every Teesday evening, and an efrort will be made to make the meetings profitable as well as in- teresting, Next Monday Evening, In the Town Hall, Colonel Share, the Prov. Commander of the Sal, vation -Army will give much famed illustrated lecture on "Mission- ary work in Newfoundland." There are over 100 beautiful scenes descrip- tive of the country from St. John to Port an Basque. He will describe the places as they are thrown on the can- vas., Besides this, there are a number of Canadian pictures, embracing the collapse of the Crystal Hall in London, Wreck of the Pere Marquette, soldiers drilling in Sussex. There are 2,000 feet of Moving pictures describing the Drunkards Horne, also the Deep Sea Fishing. A series of other pictures will be shown including the visit of General l3ooth to the Holy Land. Admission, adults, 15c; children, 10c. Presentation To Mrs. Boyle. On Thursday afternoon last, the j unior branch of the Women's Aux- iliary of St. Peers Ohnrch met in the school-roc)rn, The winter's work of the Auxiliary was placed on exhibi- tion, and refreshments were served to the visitors, front 4 to 0 o'clock. As this was the last opportunity of as- sembling together before the removal of the president, Mrs. Boyle, the members 91 the Auxiliary partook of lunch together. 13efore rising from the table, Mrs. Boyle was presented with a piece of hand -painted china, and a souvenir spoon, accompanied by an address, which was read. by Miss Oornyn, the presentation being made by Miss Olive VanStone: Mrs. Boyle acknowledged the gift in suitable Nbvtoierdfisy.. Rev. T. S. Boyle and Rev. C. IL Sanders of Lucknow also spoke WANTED. -An apprentice to learn Photography, Apply to M. E. Zur- brigg, Photographer, Leave Of Abseace. A special meeting of the Public School Board was held on Saturday evening to consider a request made by the Principal. There were present - the Chairman, Trustees Griffin, Kerr, Ross and Moore. Mr, Musgrove was present and asked for leave of absence for a few weeks. A qualified supply has been secured, Mr. Geo. Thompson of Stratford, who was well recom- mended by Public School Inspector Irwin, as a. suitable supply and: good disciplinarian. Mr. Musgrove stated that he had endeavored to serve the Board faithfully for manyyears, and that as he desired to retain his posi- tion as Principal until the end of 'the year, he asked that the Board consid- er his request favorably. It was then nioved by Mr. Griffin, seconded by Mr, Kerr. that the Board grant the re- quest of Principal Musgrove. This was carried unanimously. The Board then adjourned, election Of 'Officers - The Epworth League of the Metho- dist Church held its annual meeting and election of °faders on Monday evening. Reports were submitted from the various departments, show- ing that the League had enjoyed a prosperous year. The membership at present is 121, showing a slight de- crease from last year's. report, This is accounted for by the large number of removals. The Treasurer's statement showed that there was a balance on hand of aboet $05.00 to start the new year with. But notwithstanding the decrease in membership,, the givings towards the Forward Movement Foe. Missions show a satisfactory increase over any former year, and totals about. $315.00. It is doubtful if any other League in the London Confer- ence can equal this record, member- ship considered. The attendance at League meetings has been good, and mei-fibers have been loyal to all the hi- terests of the society, and are looking forward to another successful year. The following officers were.elected for the enseing year i -Pres., Walter T. Hall ; lst Vice -Pres., Miss Laura Mul- vey; 2nd Vice-Pres.'Miss Maggie Tibbs ; 3rd vice -Pres., Bens= Cruick- shanks ; 4th vice -Pres., Miss Lottie Guest; Rec.-Sec., Frank R. Howson; Oon-Sec., Alex. Coutts ; Ti•easurer, Miss Georgia Dulmage ; Pianist, Miss Minnie Fessent ; Asst. Pianist, Miss Laura Keret Rep. to His. Exec., Lloyd Awde. Knox's. are going out of Wallpaper; 10,000 rolls te be sold at cost. Now Lor bargains. Weather Forecasts For May. Prof. Hicks' forecasts are to heed, and we condense theixi for the benefit of our readers. Threatening storm conditions 'will appeal* by May 1st. Front Saturday 2nd to Tuesday the 5th# notably the 3rd and 4th, violent, and perhaps tornadic etornis need not sui.piese Any one. Heavy downpours of rale and. hail Will visit Many Sec- tiohs of country, and Jabs squalls of mow and sleet may be expected. Change to cooler will follow, with frosts. About the /de 8th and Oth, a change to warmeris probable with rain, followed by frosts in teeny places. A series of daily wind, rain, and thunder storms Will he likely to occur duping 18th, 14t1, 15th, 16th and 170, followed by tieing haionaeter, northwest winds and cent weather frona 16th to 10th. From nth to 22nd, ift not especially threatening, but the. blending of the Mars and Venus periods with. Jupiter and Satnrn Should cause watchfulness, Warmer Weather and falling barometer ivill en - pear in the West by the 231d and 21th, followed closely by 'cloudiness and stories of rein, wind and thunder.. As these stone: conditiene move eastward they will grow in extent and violence. atid oil Mondel, Tuesday eed Wed- nesday, the 2511i, , 201.h and 27th, stories may reasonably be eXpeeted to Mantlan verythreatening, if not toren- die faint. Tide is one of the petiotis in Whieli a good barometer will prove ineetintably important and vallialtle. A reeefituntry storm peeled le mural on 311 h tted Met. If storme coritinne from the Met period -over the 29th, they Will take on reneWed energy dttr- ing tlitee days of the nienths SLIHSCRIPTION SLOQ YRAlt Ale'Von. AN 41.50 Q SienleORIPETte IN IL Leaves Per Chatham. This week, Rev. and Mrte Boyle leave Wingham for their new field of labor in Chatham. During their stay here, they have been unsparing in their efforts to advance the interests of St. Paul's, and their work has been very successful. Mr. Hoyle bas taken speeial interest in the young people, and the Parish club is the result of his effort to furnish recreation, Separate from evil influences. Mr. Boyle preached his farewell sermon on Sun- day eveiaing, taking as his subject "Life's Destiny," There was a large congregation, end extra seats had to be provided. Not only St, Paul's Clhurch. but the citizens generally sin- cerely regret the removal of Mr. and Mrs. Boyle. There is nothing definite to be reported regarding his successor. It will take a good men to fill the va- cancy properly, The Borden Club. The young Conservatives of town held a. meeting on Tuesday evening for organization purposes. There was a good attendance, and enthusiasm characterized the proceedings. It is intended that the organization shall be a permanent one, and a committee, consisting of Messrs; G. C. Hanna, Dr. Redmond and R.. Coleman were rip - pointed to draft rules and regulations. A meeting will be held this Thursday evening to receive the report. The following officers were elected :-Hon. Pres., R. L. Borden •, Hon. Vice -Presi- dents, Dr. T. OhishoIra, M. P., and A. H. Musgrove; Pres., G. C. Van - Stone; 1st vice -Pres„ Jima. Porter; 2nd vice -Pres., Walter T. Hall; Sec., E. A. Hammond. Ward Chairmen- 1-Jno. Haines; 2-jrio. Hewer; 3 - David Lougheed ; 4-B. Cochrane. It was decided to call the organization "The Borden Club." If enthusiasm among the young Conservatives of Wingham, counts for anything (and it does) they will be found in capital trim for the coming election cam- paign. Wear Greer's Shoes and Rubbers. Read Important Announcement, No. 4, on page 5. There are about forty cases of typhoid fever in Kincaraine. Mr. Muir is the new manager of the Singer Sewing machine agency here. • Foe, SALL-Clover, Timothy, Goose Wheat, etc. -Geo. E. King. Miss Lillian Baer has passed her pro- bation exam. at Wingham hospital and is accepted as nurse in training. The representative of the Interna- tional Correspondence Schools has a fine display in the Miiedonald block. Over 3,600 pounds of elegant maple syrup were made by W.. R. Belden of Molesworth, during the past season. • Rooms TO RENT. -Over D. M. Gor- don's store. Apply to Dr. Irwin. Mr. G. H. Coopman left on Monday for his new position in Orangeville. His family 'remains here for the pres- en:meeting of the Tennis Club will be held on Tuesday, May 5th at 8 p.m. in Council room; all interested are in- vited to attend, Chas, Swanson has considerably im- proved the interior appearance of his barber shop, by having it repapered, linoleum laid, etc. Fon SALE. -Two good woi•king horses; apply to J. A. McLean, Wing - ham. There will be a meeting of the Ladies' Auxiliary of Wingham hospi- tal in the Council room. ori Monday afternoon next, at 4.15. The young people of Brussels held in Assembly on Monday evening. A special train conveyed about thirty- five young people from Wingham to Ike gathering. Crop reports from over the province are to the effect that fall wheat in most districts ispromising well and ti that the season s opening up favor- ably for spriog crops. Mrs. Thos. Hill, of Lower Town, is suffering from pneumonia, and on Monday evening was in a, critical con- dition. We are pleased to report an improvement -since then, Mr. H. Kerr receiVed word of the death, on 'Tuesday, of his eldest sister, Urs. Autterson of Detroit. Mr. and Mrs. Kept left this (Thursday) inorn- ing to attend the funeral. Senns.-A full line of Mangold atid Turnip Seed of the best, recommended varieties, will be foiled at It. Awde's flour and feed store. Mr. Bobier, reeve Of Exeter, Who is largely interestedein the Canning Fac- tory there, will this year put in 120,- 000 tomato plants. Last year he had 16 acres in the same crop. The regular. monthly meeting of L. O. L. No. 701 will he held on Friday evening of this week. A full attend- ance is desired, as theta are a ruinaber of initiations and Other important business requiring attention, Mr. K. C. McIver, merchant tailor, has placetl his advertisement in our coltunns, and solicits e share of public patronage. Reis located Opposite the National hetet ; see advt., 'beaded "Iillportant news," on page 4, Mts. B. Etyma will sell by private sale, up till end of June, all her house- hold forniture. Oall itt her residence On Minnie street. The livery stable until recently onetipied lay Cassels & Robertson, is not likely to remain empty long. If not leased soot. Me. Velma, the pro- prietor, intends to open a livery there himself. The property is trio valuable to remain idle. • Sas. Walker has had his fueniture stove irepeoved in its exterior appeax- mice, by repairs, painting:, and the itddition of it showy gime. The inside of the StOfe is also attractive, and Me. Walker invitee art inspection of his large ate& of handeterne furniture. Ennis 1-A, Polishing Pad levee away free with every purehase of Shoe Dteesing oft Saturday next et Greer' a epeelal sale, "Read. Ad." ---W, 3, Greer. SANCTUM. PARAORAPLIS. V000too.000,00noroo• -Centre Huron Liberal convention will be held in Seaforth on May lath. The Conservative convention for the same riding will be held in Clinton on Play 211b. * 41* -The latest available intimation as to the provincial elections, is to the ef- fect that June 15th is likely to be the date, with nominations a Week earlier. There is however no official announce - merit as yet, * 41* -The folks in old England cannot poke fun at Canada any more for being the "Lady of the Snows," for this week English railways were blocked with snowdrifts several feet deep, For April, and for the old land, such weather was a record, * 41* -Immedinte enforcement is to be made of the act providing for proper egresses for all public buildings, and requiring doors in schools over one storey higb to open outwards, Compliance with the law will be required from all schools in the pro- vince. 41** -If we are correctly informed, Mr, Currie, the Liberal eandidate for North Huron, regards the recent re- distribution in Huron as a sensible man should. It may not be just ex- actly as he would have dene it, had he been doing the work, but as it can- not be altered just now, he will make the best of it. It hiss certainly done him no harm, but has given him the honor of his life (so far at least) that of being the nominee of the Conven- tion. His name was before the old West Huron Convention, but another was chosen. Now, he is chosen, and dear knows what will happen the other fellow, for there are more as- pirants than one in the Oentre. Mr. Chirrie's position is certainly "anique" and he has no reason to be dissatisfied at the redistribution. * *41 -So far as North Huron is concern- ed, the provincial election campaign may be said to have been begun. The candidates have been chosen by their respective conventions. Mr. A. H. Musgrove will champion the Conserv- ative cause, and Mr. S. T. Currie, that of the Liberals. That the former is an exceptionally strong candidate is universally admitted, and it is unne- cessary here to enlarge upon his fit- ness for the position of representative of North Huron in the Legislature, and the Advance cheerfully and loyal- ly supports his candidature. The Lib- eral candidate is also a good main The feet is well known, that Mr. Cur- rie is on one side of the political fence, and the editor of this paper on the other, but nevertheless, Mr. Currie is 'a man entitled to respect, and so Inc as we know, we are good friends. Of course, he writes us down as an "aw- ful Toil'," and we admit the charge (minus the word awful.) He deserved the norninatiou, and from his experi- ence in municipal matters, and being widely known and highly respected, was probably the best available candi- date, and will no doubt make a good run. With two candidates in the field such as Principal Musgrove and J. T. Currie, the contest, while it may be lively and clearly defined, should cer- tainly be clean and, creditable to the high standing of the candidates. We believe it will be of snch it character, and we trust it will be so conducted by all concerned, that social and busi- ness relations may be as little disturb- ed as possible, and that good will may continue between the candidates and their supporters. We see no reason why such should not be the case. Victoria Day. The Baseball Club and the Band are arranging to hold a. joint celebration on Victoria Day. , A baseball tourna- ment will be the main feature of the day's sports. Full particulars later. For Rescue Of Childrea. The Bird's Nest Mission is a worthy work undertaken in China for the rescue of little children. In many cases, in that country, the authorities care very little for the life of a child. The mission siipports an orphanage for the care of neglected little ones, On Tuesday evening., the primary classes of St. Paul's Sunday School gave an entertainment in the Parish Hall„ under the instruction of Miss Houghton, in aid of the Mission. The program consisted of choruses, solos, recitations, and tableaux. Two pieces were especially worthy of notice. One was 'The shining- ,of the Cross" by a number of little girls represent- ing the bearing of the light of the Gospel to the different nations. The other was a tableaux entitled "The Bird's Nest," which was very pretty. The children certainly peeforrned their parts well. At the close, Rev. '. S. Boyle made it few remarks, and rewarded those who took part with ice cream and cake. The collection in aid of the Rescue work was $16.40. FOR SALE on Ratten-A good grass fermi, neat' Wingha,m. Apply to IL Winglutin. At the .Pubile School. Mr. Thompson, of Steatforcl, who is supplying for Principal Musgrove for o few Weeks, by permission of the Board, arrived on Monday, and spent Tuesday with Mr. Musgrove, getting in touch with the Work. The Prince pal his gone thoroughly oVer the work with the Entrance class, end Me. Thompson acted wisely in spend- in5 a (lay Nvith the Principal, to aseer- tam jnst where the pupils stood. He wits thus able to outer upoe his duties 011 Wedoesday to good raven tage. With Mr. Thoinpson'e long experi- ence, the interests of the Sela0O1 are, not likely to suffer in the least, Miss Eraser, the lady who MIs the position tut the staff until recently Riled by Mies Matheson, began her woelt no Monday morning, She is well quail:- . lied, anti clime to Witighani highly te- eonunended. Ifer pleasing temente* should impress itself upon the little mu% in her ehatge, and is tt vete? 110. 00855(3' quelificetion for it teacher of young children. The Advance hopes that Mies Vetoer and Mr. Thompson may enjoy their still in our town, anti find thole woik congeniaL WANTED.-.--Olie for kitchen, another for dining -recent good. wages King Edward Hotel, Whigherit, Pereonals Elliott Fleming Was home from Brantford, for Sunday. Mrs. L. Harold of Brantford is the guest of Mrs. Geo, Carr, Miss Maggie Campbell of Barriston bB tne guest of Miss Ethel Hicks. 11(fr, McKinnon of Toronto wars a visitor at W. 3. Howson's over Sun* day. • Clhester Longman has secured a eitn- ation in Howe's barber shop, Lie - towel. Mrs, Daue of Gerrie spent a few days with her uncle, Mr. john Hooey, Miss Belle Neale a Kirktou is the guest of her former college mate, Mrs, (Dr.) Redraoncl. Mrs. (Conductor) Ireland of Kincare dine was a visitor in town on Thurs- day of last week, Mr. Soe. Clark has returned from. Bay City as he was unable to work On account of sickness. Alf. Posliff, after a week's holidit3r0 at his home here, has returned to his teaching duties at Chapman. Miss Tier, on the way from Clinton to her school near Fordwich, spent Sunday with Miss Ethel Musgrove, Miss Mary Madigan of Port Credit is visiting her aunt and encle, Mr. and IlIrs. T.3 Ounninglaana of Minnie st. ,Ci-eo. Breen returned to his teaching duties at Riverview last Saturda,y, after spending a week at his home in Tureberry. • Mrs. R. F. White was called to Stratford on Wednesday last to attend the bedside of her brother's wife, who is seriously ill with appen- dicitis. TENDLIIS WA.NTED-Till noon, May 7th, foe removal of a building; also for building a cement wall underneath. Lowest or any tender not neeessarily accepted. -11. E. Isard it Co., where all information is obtainable. The Postoffice Department will issue it new series of postage stamps to mark the three hundredth anniver- sary of the founding of Quebec. Stamp collectors will be onthe look- out for them, and the Postoffice De- partment *ill increase its revenue. GULLS WANTED.- For work on power sewing machines in knitting mill or on day work. Olean, steady work and good wages. Apply -The Watson Mfg. Co., Limited, Paris, Ont. .1* 0 --- F For all who desire to increase their FLESH and STRENGTH, enrich and purify the. BLOOD, invigorate the MIND and BODY, in • FLAX -SEED EMULSION COMP. it perfect remedy that will ac- complish this and more. The most sensitive and delicate can take it. T.Thequalled as a SPRING TONIC and. for EXHAUSTION and NERVOUS TROUBLES, For BRONCHITIS, COUGHS, ETC,, is superior to Cod Liver Oil Com- pounds. $1.00 Bottle for 50 Cents. 85 J. Walton MoKibboll DRUGGIST F. MACDONALD BLOCI AWIANAWARMWMVAMIWNWAMMW1,4 _ ... .. . SPECIAL ; SHOE IREssiNG SALE. , At W. J. Greer's .. ' 5110E STORE Satueday, May 2nd, O8 . _ Two In One Packard's 131acle0..„ llegular Nugget Black Nugget Tan Price Superba Grocr's Special Oil --1.00- Sale Price Saturday Dressing ....... italston's White Ileauty Plack teauty,.. Tan nenty...... nogttio limo 256 -- 20c 011t l'idge ... - sttiu74,°,1,1, Glycerine OIL - • Hesidee the above redueed Priess ' we will gill, a POLISHING PAD • 1' it E D with each Parole:tee. -,---.--- -.- - See Windevr. Shop Early. Remember the Date. W. ell (ireer 1