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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance, 1909-05-20, Page 81 1 T. I.E WINGIIAM • ,A•DVANO', , THURSDAY, MAY 20, 1909: Turning ,.... We believe in turning things over—not once 1n a while-- but always. To do this we follow the best business' :;•prinoiples—. Lowest Notch Prices Consistent With Best Quality Obtainable. Do you know what it menus to eat low grade foods ? Think of quality. s Good Old Cheese. That's what you've been looking for and couldn't find. We've got the kind you want—cheese with taste to it. It'll please you. a Dinners Just Arrived. Five Dinner Sets just in—never ordered. This means to you a Dinner Sot at much less than the usual value. We've got to get rid of them. They're downright bar- gains. Worth $12.00 to $14.00. SPOT GASH—$7.98 to $9.00 Pine Apples, &c. Don't put off your buying Pines. lror Now's the time. Get some good navel Oranges while they last—the season for navels will soon be over. WE KEEP THE -BEST. Choice Butter and Fresh Eggs Wanted. J. Hear Christie PHONE 59 Belgrave, Mrs. John Coultes, 3rd line, Morrie, is very 111. Mr. and Mrs, Smith of Illucvale. Sundayed at Wm. Watson's, Mies Bell of North Dakota. is a guest at the home of Mr, and Mrs, L. J. Geddes. Miss Annie Walker of 'i'Vinghaln is spending a few days with her sister, Mrs. Carlisle. Airs, Van VanNorman of Winghan is spending.a couple of days anfong her friends in Belgrave, Last Sunday, while going up the steps at the Presbyterian church, Mrs, Jas, McCallum fell and broke her arm. The fall was caused by the wind blow- ing the heavy door against her. Last week about 225 head of cattle changed hands in Belgrave, some be- ing shipped and some put otit to grass. The prices are very good this spring, leaving a lot of money in the country to be distributed. Rev. G. W, Rivers went to Toronto last week to hear Gipsy Smith, and left his horse in Wingham. When he returned on Saturday night, he found his horse very sick with distemper. Frank R. Howson drove him around the circuit on Sunday, and the sick animal 1s now recovering, On Monday morning last there passed away at the home of his father, Walter Coultes, eldest son of Robert Coultes of East Wawanosb, in the fifty-first year of his age, Mr. Coultes was born in the county of Halton, On- tario, but has resided in this vicinity for over forty years. He was noted for uprightness in all his dealings, and was generous and obliging. Mr. Ooul- tea had been in failing health for about three years, having dontracted some spinal trouble, while in the em- ploy of Wm. Armour & Co. For fur- ther reference see local column. Jamestown. Miss Mitchell of Molesworth is visit- ing at Jas. Strachan's. D. McDonald sold his big chestnut horse last Saturday to W. W. Harris of Brussels. The many friends of Jas. Strachan will be pleased to hear he is somewhat improved in health, Mrs. and Miss Maunders of Brussels visited with Mr. and Mrs. D. McDon- ald a few days last week. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Eaket and Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hamilton spent last Sunday at Robt. Hamilton's. Andrew Pollock, who has been so seriously ill, is not getting along as well as his many friends would -Like, but we hope he may soon be restored to his usual good health,. One by one the young men are leav- ing our *burg ; amongst the number who left last Monday was Jas. Simp- son, jr,, who took a ticket for',Vessier, Saskatchewan, where he is going to follow his trade of blacksinithing ; every success to.Jim, in the new coun- try, i-iowick Boundary. Miss V. Harris spent last Sunday at ,her home on the B line, Mrs. J. Tacques is on the sick list at present; we hopo,soon to hear of her recovery. D. Halliday lost a valuable cow last week ; rheumatism Was the cause of her death. The Misses Galloway entertained a number of their young friends on Wednesday evening; all report a very nice ,Mime. Mrs, II H. Halliday, who has been sick for the past week, we are pleased to say is improving. Mr. Longley, sen., and his daughter Miss .Fanny, are making preparations for moving to their now home on the gravel road. Mr. H, Neil took in the excursion to Toronto on Friday, to hear the great evangelist, and returned on Saturday well pleased with the trip. Charles (lathers with his mother, Mrs. J. (lathers, had quite an exciting runaway on Friday evening, Their team got frightened, when turning the corneratB line,m theand became unmanageable and ran bout a mile, but fortunately they got them stopped before much damage was done. Blyth. Watson & Sons made a shipment df- cattle by C. P. R. on Saturday. There will be a public meeting in Industry Hall, Wednesday evening of this week, to discuss the electric light problem, Stanley Buchanan has been appoint- ed Secretary of the Y. M. 0. A. in place of Geo. Wambold, and Frank McPherson as Treasurer. The Oddfellows of town—attended service at St. Andrew's Church Sun- day evening, The pastor, Rev. Mr. Small, delivered an edifying sermon to the brethren of the order. The annual meeting of Ladies' Aid Society took place on Tuesday of last week. The following are the officers elected :—President, Mrs. Wilford ; first Vice, Mrs. Huckstep ; second Vice, Mrs. Howe ; treasurer, Mrs. Slater rec.-secretary, Mrs, J. Brown ; chaplains, Mrs. King and Mrs. Mains ; auditors, Mrs. McElroy, Mrs. Bender ; organist, Mrs. Chellew ; assistant, Mrs. Burling. The assessor's returns give Kincar- dine a population of 2,767. The asses- ment is $717,825. ' . Wroxeter,. Barry Jex .and Harry Wade left about a week ago for Muskoka. W. X. Perrin Visited his friend, W. P. Dobson, at Fordwioh on Tuesday, Miss Ella Sanderson and Agnes Snell of Wallaceburg are visiting the former's mother, Mrs, J. Sanderson. Dr, W. M. B, Swale ,pf Chicago is renewing acquaintances in the village this week, We are pleased to see lam looking so well, Mies Mary Harris visited Toronto for a few clays last week, Her sis- ter, Cassie, returned with her on Sat- urday. The latter looks as if city life agreed with her. A horse of A. Paul's, attached to a buggy had a lively run on Monday from Kin the h Edward wa Hotel to theg r liverystable. Fortunate nothing was roken, neither was any perso hurt. According to a local paper, Mies Ef- fie Powell, who left this village some weeks ago for Regina, was married on. April 17th, to Mr. Sidney Road of Regina. We wish Mr, and Mrs. Road every prosperity and happiness. On looking over the results of the recent examination in the School of Practical Science, Toronto, we were pleased to notice that F. T. Perrin passed his examination with honors in mechanical and electrical engineering, Congratulation's. A large delegation of ladies from this locality attended the annual Pres- byterial meeting of the W. F. M. S. held in Brussels on Tuesday. They report a very pleasant and profitable time. Mrs. Goforth of Honan, China, and Dr, R, P. McKay, of Toronto, Foreign Mission Sec., were the chief speakers. Ono of our prominent citizens; Dr. Brawn, after a prolonged and trying illness died on Friday evening, 14th inst. He came to this village about forty years ago, He succeeded in working up a large practice. He never saved himself in responding to sick calls. He was ungrudging in his service for those who were in pain and suffering. He was specially kind to the sick poor. In accordance with his wish, the funeral which took place ou Sunday afternoon was private. In- terment took place in Wroxeter ceme- tery. Rev. A, L. Russell conducted the services. We extend our sym- pathy to the bereaved family. In the year 1909 there will be four eclipses, two of the sun and two of the moon. A total eclipse of the moon will occur on June 23, partly visible here, a total eclipse of the sun, June 17, visible here as, partial eclipse at sunset ; a total eclipse of the moon, Nov. 27th, visible here, and a partial eclipse of the sun, December, visible here, ,, A purely herbal balm ; best thing for. the tender skins of children, yet powerful enough to heal arl aclagit's chronic core; highly antiseptic; cases pain and smarting soon as applied — that is Zan43a k, Remember. it is purely herbal—no mineral poisons, n© animal fats. Power and purity combined t Al! druggists and stores sell at SOc. A box. L The Greatest Sale Eger paugurated In Ingham. Ci The Robson Mercantile Co. Announce a Grand Clearance Sale in the Store known as the Bee Hive, $14,000.00 Worth Of Good Dry Goods Special clearing lilies from mills and factories . . . . $2000.00 Splendid new assortment `of Bankrupt Stock bought at 60c on the dollar, amounting to $7000.00 The balance of the Hanna Stock X5000.00 $14000.00 Get one of our big circulars, sure, FRIDAY, MAY 21st Store closed Thursday, May 2oth, to re -arrange. and mark down all goods: Cone with the crowds to the Bee Hive. Robson Mercantile Co. — Wingham Lucknow, The Pipe and will go to St. Marys on the 2lth, Mr. Alf, Newton of Detroit is home.. Alf. is studying dentistry, Lucknow has a cow by-law and It le being enforced, That's. right, Mrs, Robinson of Wingham was the guest of Diss Lees during the Mr. J. H. Alexander 'left this week for Gow Gandaon a roiling trip ; sue - cess Jack. week, Mr. Thos, Smith of Detroit was an over Sunday guest at the -home of Alex, Ross, Oliver Johnston has moved to his new home recently purchased from D. 0, MoMorran. Mr, Donaldson, agent for the J. I. Case Thresher Co„ will take up his residence at Wingham. Revs. J. E. Ford and T. E. Sawyer and Dr. Spence attended the District meeting held. at Gorrie last week, Miss Annie Joynt, who has 'been attending the Deaconess -Nome, To- ronto, has returned home, for the sum- mer months. Mr. Flugh Morrison of Thessalon, a former lawyer here, underwent a very successful operation at St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, last week. D. 0. 1\ic0harles has opened a restaurant in r connection with the Star Grocery. H. l3ogues is in charge of the necv • department, which has proven a success. Music is furnished by a piano. Wingham Salvation Army Band will be in town on Saturday evening and all day Sunday, May 23rd. An interesting series of meetings is looked for, and the army has every sympathy in their work. Lucknow needs another butcher; a good shop stands idle and a thousand people arc being supplied by one butcher, who also has a large country trade, and he finds it very difficult to fill the demand. • The Lucknow Branch of the South Bruce Women's Institute will meet on Thursday, and in the evening a grand concert will be held in the Town Hall, in aid of the Sick Children's Hospital, Toronto. Prof. McFadyen, of Knox College, Toronto, who preached anniversary sermons here two weeks ago, and- in Ripley last Sunday, gave an address at the Ministerial Association meeting on Monday last, • Mr. T. Corbett of Seaforth has pur- chased the lease, license and stock of the Cain -House, and gets possession June 1st. Mr. Frank McCaughey has conducted the_hotelfor some time, and has proven a good citizen. Representatives of the Methodist congregation to the Quarterly Board were re-elected for this year : Messrs. Dr. Newton, D. 0. Taylor, John Hil- dred, J. Button, J. Bryan, 0. McKin- non and J. G. Anderson. Dr. Spence was lay -delegate to the district meet- ing at Gorrie on 12th and 13th inst. Mr. Fred. Grundy, who has been in business here for half a century, died at his home on Campbell street, on Thursday morning last, after a few months' illness. The remains were laid to rest in Kinloss cemetery on Saturday afternoon, Rev. 0. W. Sanders, rector of St. Peter's Church, conducted the services. Much sym- pathy is extended to Mrs. Grundy and family, Much sorrow is felt for Mr, and Mrs. Alex. Ross in the death of their eldest daughter, Mrs. Jack Brown of Guelph, at a Detroit hospital on Friday last. The remains were interred in Guelph cemetery on Monday. Among those who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Ross, Mr. and Mrs. D. McCor- vie also Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Smith, for- merly of Wingham, On Wednesday evening, May 5th, Ann Jane Carruthers became the bride of Mr. Richard Creech of Pine River. The marriage ceremony was performed by Rev. D. T. McKerroll at the home of the bride's mother, 6th con., Kinloss. They will reside at Pine River, where Dick has a fine farm. May they have success and happiness in their wedded life is the wish of their many friends, Salem. We are pleased to• report that Mr. Jas. Wiley is improving. Rev. Russell took charge of the late D1 Brawn's funeral service on Sun- day let. Miss Annie Westlake is staying at the home of Mr. Andrew Gemmill for a few weeks. - Miss Lizzie ElIacott left one day last week for the West where she will visit friends for a few months. Mr. Robt. McLaughlin raised his driving shed on Friday evening. It will be a fine building when finished. Mr. Andrew Longley and daughter Miss Fannie, purpose moving to this locality before long; we welcome them to our midst.' Miss Mosgrove and Mrs. Goodfellow of Toronto is at present visiting the latter mother, Mrs. J. Gallaher, who is at present very ill, rOM, INNINOMMIND New I 1Groceri Business is increasing every day, and we wish to thank the people of town and surrounding oonntry for their patronage. 13nt why is it ? Because we keep the BEST Goods and at RIGHT Prices. Ice Cream We are receiving many oom- pliments on our Ice Cheam. Visit our parlors and give it a trial —it will delight .your. We want °beide Ratter and 13'resh Eggs. . T. Lonnoxj rno1E 18G Whitechurch.. Mr, H. Rintoul is slowly improving in health, Mr, Dan McKay has moved into the Troy block, Mr, Fred, Taggie of London Is visit. log friends in Wliitebhurch. W.ee� reopleased to report that Mrs, I W w is again quite well. The Butter factory started the sea- son's operations on Monday with J. Sperling at the helm. Miles McMillan has been taking in grass cattle Monday and Tuesday, and has gathered up a lot of line look- ing stock. Mr, J, R, Johnston, who was very ill all winter, is sofar recovered as to be able to drive out to his old farm, on Sunday last, Mr. and Mrs, S. Hutcheson and Mr, R. Pettypiece drove to. the Nile last Thursday to attend the funeral of a relative, Mrs. Carr. Miss Maggie Welwood of Caledon, who was visiting friends in and around Wbltechurch for a few weeks past, returned to her home last Satur- day, Mr. 11'. Phillips and Mr. Knox of Auburn were in the village a few hours one day last week, having fol- lowed the., Maitland• up, looking for fish, but finding none, Londesboro. Quite a number are planting large quantities of strawberries this sea- son. Will. Caldwell had the misfortune to lose two fine spring colts re- cently. .. Ted Watson shipped a carload of cattle from Londesboro on Monday of this week, We are glad to learn that Mr. Arch. Watt is able to be around again after ,his long illness. Mr. Grieves shipped a large quantity of pressed hay from Londesboro last week. Thos. Fairservice sold him 16 tons, Most of the farmers are through seeding in these parts, notwithstand- ing the wet and backward weather. Mr. Ruddell has commenced build- ing the stone wall for his new brick house, which is to be erected this sum- mer. Rev. Mr. Leckie, pastor of Londes- boro and Burns Presbyterian churches, has had a call from Hamilton, and we regret to state that he will soon be going away from here. East Wawanosh. We are sorry to report that Mr. A. Shiells got one of his fingers cut, while working with G. Westbrook. Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Pattison at- tended the funeral of the former's brother-in-law in Everton, on Satur- day. • Wawanosh has some enterprising farmers ; one man is working 450 acres, which means a lot of work in a backward spring. BIG SHOE BARGAIN FOR WOMEN 49 PAIRS High Blucher and Bal. Shoes, niso a few pairs Oxfords in Fine Dongola and Patent Colt Leathers. Regular $2.50 to $4.00 per Pair. ON SALE Friday Evening At 7 O'clock dor $1.97 Per Pair. Nothing whatever wrong with these Shoes. Simply a clean-up of odds and ends. Do not forget the time. (This) Friday, at 7 in the EV -ening. ( On exhibition in Forth Window ) WILLIE & CO. THE 5110E STORE HIGHEST PRICES FOR BUTTER AND EGGS IN TRADE rammessmenisannumussimin • 112021■m■vsIIIIIIIwIIIIIIIIIM„w.11111 1 llanna's Store News PHONE 70 PROMPT DELIVERY HIGHEST PRICES PAID FOR ALL KINDS OF PRODUCE Men's And Vooths' Clothing We have been doing a big business in Men's Ready-to-wear Suits, which are hard to beat—they are well finished, perfect fitting, stylish looking and good" patterns. Remember ! they are all new. All sizes, 34 to 44, ranging from $10 to $15 per suit. BOYS' SUITS—We have in stock many Boys' Fancy Tweed and Worsted Suits in newest designs and patterns. Bring in your boy, we have all sizes at .lowest prices. House Furnishings Carpets ; Stair Carpet ; Rugs—Union, Wool and Velvet ; Mattings ; Linoleum ; Oilcloth ; Lace Cur- tains of ' newest patterns ; Madras in all colorings: Best quality money can buy ; come and inspect this department. Dress Goods, Cleverly Priced. Comparison is the best proof. We invite the ladies to come and inspect our Dress Goods Department ; where they will find the newest shades and latest designs in Mulles, Barred Muslins, Zephyrs -15c to 40c per yard. Embroideries Great Embroidery Special of Flouncing, Corset Cover Embroidery, Insertion and Edging, in Eye- let and other designs, on finest Nainsooks, Swiss and Cambric. n You can always depend on having your Groceries just as they should be if you ',any at I3anna dt Co's. Largest stock, freshest, and best selection here. HANNA & CO. LUMBER, SHINGLES, LATA, FENCE STAYS, CEDAR POSTS, ETC., At reasonable prices at the MILL IN THE ALPS. Give us a call or Write us, before buying any- thing in our line. JAS. WILSON Lot 32, Con. 2, "Culross P. 0. Box 273, Wingham. .i; ,T . :Y ,..; Very .Low Rate for Summer Trip to Pacific Coast good Sept. 30 $76, n0 Return fromIL/J1/WINGHAM May Return limit Oct. 3l. Liberal stopovers. Wide choice of routes. Go by the direct Canadian line—see your own country— the West, the Rooky Mountains. Visit the Seattle Exposition and other special attractions.' — Talk it over with J..Ii. BEEMER, Agent, Wingham. fi m 21' 0! M !1► A—but •nose 'l ,T Enter AnyTime ai W....„ w of ox• i!i pubitc V' d .,' largest !4 Busi- ! i labii * i4 iii yr Wingham Business College has been tested in the crucible porionco, with -the fire of wanting Tho succesnot our graduatess Las not been excelled. Not the tho highest grade modern School in Western Ontario. Individual instruction. Ne vacation. Mail Oonrses. Enter any day. Write for particulars. GEO. SPOTTON, PRINCIPAL. GFII-UW�TRUNK $ lror Victoria Day 1XCURSIONS Pare Port 22, 28, Return Tickets at Single Between all stations in Cana- da, also to Detroit and Huron, Jl<'1ioh., Niagara Falls, N.Y. Good going May 21, 23, 24. Return limit May A. Y. P. Exposition SEATTLE Very low excursion rate in efteot May 20th, 1909. tickets and tull lntornaatton, oe l on W, nitflt7T, Town Agent, or Write J. Do McDonald Morita! Pass ager Agent, Toroatio. BIG SHOE BARGAIN FOR WOMEN 49 PAIRS High Blucher and Bal. Shoes, niso a few pairs Oxfords in Fine Dongola and Patent Colt Leathers. Regular $2.50 to $4.00 per Pair. ON SALE Friday Evening At 7 O'clock dor $1.97 Per Pair. Nothing whatever wrong with these Shoes. Simply a clean-up of odds and ends. Do not forget the time. (This) Friday, at 7 in the EV -ening. ( On exhibition in Forth Window ) WILLIE & CO. THE 5110E STORE HIGHEST PRICES FOR BUTTER AND EGGS IN TRADE rammessmenisannumussimin • 112021■m■vsIIIIIIIwIIIIIIIIIM„w.11111 1 llanna's Store News PHONE 70 PROMPT DELIVERY HIGHEST PRICES PAID FOR ALL KINDS OF PRODUCE Men's And Vooths' Clothing We have been doing a big business in Men's Ready-to-wear Suits, which are hard to beat—they are well finished, perfect fitting, stylish looking and good" patterns. Remember ! they are all new. All sizes, 34 to 44, ranging from $10 to $15 per suit. BOYS' SUITS—We have in stock many Boys' Fancy Tweed and Worsted Suits in newest designs and patterns. Bring in your boy, we have all sizes at .lowest prices. House Furnishings Carpets ; Stair Carpet ; Rugs—Union, Wool and Velvet ; Mattings ; Linoleum ; Oilcloth ; Lace Cur- tains of ' newest patterns ; Madras in all colorings: Best quality money can buy ; come and inspect this department. Dress Goods, Cleverly Priced. Comparison is the best proof. We invite the ladies to come and inspect our Dress Goods Department ; where they will find the newest shades and latest designs in Mulles, Barred Muslins, Zephyrs -15c to 40c per yard. Embroideries Great Embroidery Special of Flouncing, Corset Cover Embroidery, Insertion and Edging, in Eye- let and other designs, on finest Nainsooks, Swiss and Cambric. n You can always depend on having your Groceries just as they should be if you ',any at I3anna dt Co's. Largest stock, freshest, and best selection here. HANNA & CO.