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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance, 1904-08-04, Page 897. TUB WINGRAM ADVANCE impuitiouppoppoppil impiimpiPoiNewaeleomernoimoffiia Good Bye Oxfords! THE LEADING SHOE STORE Good Bye Slippers I now proceed to rush out all our Oxfords, Sandals and Slippers for MEN, WOMEN, BOYS, MISSES AND CHILDREN None to be carried through the Whiter. A closeout price on every pair. NOW'S THE TIME TO BUY Save money by spending it — Invest in a pair of Oxfords — Plenty of time yet to wear them and they'll be good for another season. Note the prices : Ladies' Oxford, Regular Price $1.35—Sale Price..,$1,00 44 4, 44 44 2.00— " " 1.50 44 it 41 t t 2.50— " " 1.90 44 Dong. Slippers, Regular 1.35— " 4, 3.00 4i ICid c c 44 2.00— " 41 1.50 W. J. Greer, L. SID The Shoer e 11111111111111111111§11111101111111111111111111111111111111111 1 (( REAL ESTATE POINTERS ). T.0 THE BUYER. No matter what kind of a property or busi- ness yon are going to buy, write me before I can and 'shall make it profitable to you to buy through me. I am constantly in touch with property, owners in every part of the country and I can find exactly the property you want in a very short time. To the man who has Property to Sell. Has it ever struck you that your ability to sell your Real Estate is limited by the fact that you have not the facilities for advertising properly. I have the facilities—let me handle it for you. My plan is founded on the hardest kind. of hard common sense. It involves the use of the two greatest business getting ma- chines on earth—newspaperadvertisements Write for TOWN COUNCIL. 1 1 1 Tax gate for 1904 is 20 Mills. Wingbaan Town Council met on Monday evening ; members of Council all present. Besides the regular routine business, the consideration of the estimates and the striking of the tax rate eng the attention of the Council. Minutes of July meeting were and confirmed. and the mails to follow them up. West Wawanosh. HowIck. Rust bas affected the fall wheat this Mann ost of the fers hi this vicinity have finished baying and have started the fall wheat harvest, which, with few exceptions, is very light. Otitis Bros, have rented the chopper to Alex. Young, 'Winghani, for a year, with the privilege of buying the mill site and property, inside of two months. Miss Bruce of Auburn had the anis - fortune ou Monday to fall, breaking her arm, On Saturday Mr. Keene was thrown from a load, causing a bad break of the leg. The vote hi the township of West !Wawanosh on the bylaw granting a bonus to the Guelph & Goderich Rail- way resulted in the carrying of. the bylaw by a good margin, At Auburn the vote was 117 for, none against ; at Dungannon 14 for, 7 against. Oct. I3th and 14th, are the dates set for the Ashfield and Wrawnnosb branch Agricultural Society to be held at Dungannon. Wm. Bailie is Pre- sident; J. M. Roberts, treasnrer ; Jas. Mallough, lst vice ; Jas. Chisholm, 2na vice ; R. McIllwain, secretary. On Wednesday, the 20tb, Joseph Cranston, while unloading hay wish the hayfork in Thos. Wood's barn, was thrown violently against a beam by the trip rope breaking. His head was severely lacerated by the fall and bled freely from a severed artery. The MI/1MM of Wm. Jones, of Ash- field, were interred in Dungannon cemetery on Sattirday last. His death was caused by falling off a load of hay about a week ago, which re- sulted in injuries causing unconscious- ness, which. continued until his de- cease. Belmore. Mrs. W. J. Powell is at present visiting with relatives in Clinton. We are pleased to hear that Mrs. A. Fitch, who has been seriously ill, is • slightly better. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Downey of Ford- wich, spent Sunday at the home of Mr. E. Lucas, of "Lakeview Farm." aged.MTS. Bruce McCrae, of New York State, are visiting their parents, Mr. read and Mrs. Joseph Hall. Mrs. E. Richard, of Vermont, and my terms to-day—right now. A commimication was read from the C. J. MAGUIRE Real Estate and. Business Transfer. (011Ice—Va.nstone Block, Winghan) • C ierk of Tiunberry, giving a copy of the judgment of the. County Judge in _ , the appeal of Wingham against the - ,assessment of the Electric Light plant. The Judge allowed the appeal, holding 11 that the plant being used for munici- pal purposes was not assessable. Petitions—From Walker & Clegg and others for a cement sidewalk on north side of Alfred street from Jose- phine to Shuter. From T. Armstrong and others for a cement -walk on west side of Scott street. From Wm. Nicholson and others for a crossing on Diagonal street, opposite Shuter St. Bell—W, Hohnes—That the peti- tions of Walker & Clegg and Thos. Armstrong be granted, the necessary notices be published and the Chairman of the Sidewalk committee be author- ized to proceed with ,the work—car- - W. Hohnes—T. Bell—That the re- quest of W. Nicholson and others for a crossing on Diagonal street be grant- ed—carried. Councillor Holmes on behalf of the Presbyterian church asked for the use of the Town Hall for Sunday services during the renovation of the church. The request was granted on illation of Oeun's Greer and D. Bell, the fee to be $3.00 for each Sunday. REPORT OF FINANCE COMMITTEE. DO NOT MISS Spending a Few days at the great 550,000, 000 Fair. St. Louis. Worth a Years Educa- tion. $1.8.30 round trip from Wingham. with stop over privileges at Chicago, Detroit and. intermediate Canadian stations. Through Pullman Sleepers twice daily. NOTE.—Irandsome illustrated booklet on application to J. D. McDonald. District Pas- senger Agent, Toronto, enclosing four cents in stamps. To The Summer Resorts. Muskoka Lakes, Georgian Bay, Lake of Bays, Eawartha Lakes. 'Sault Ste. Marie, Mackinaw, Montreal, Quebec. Halifax. White Mountains Resorts, and Seaside Resorts. Tourist Tickets on sale comprising trip through Highlands of Ontario, Upper Lakes, and to Eastern Resorts. For tickets, illustrated literature regarding World's Fair, and full information apply to L. Harold, .Agent, Wingham, or to .1. D. McDONALD Dietrlot Passenger Agent, Toronto. $19.20 ST. LOUIS AND RETCRN From Wingham, good. for 15 days. Stop- over at Canadian points, Detroit and Chicago. Proportionate rates from other points. Through sleeper for Si. Louis leaves Streets- ville Jot. at 8.48 p.m. daily. • Apply to any Canadian Pacific Agent, or A. H, Notman, Asst. General Passenger Agent, Toronto. 4 Dainty Chinaware makes suitable presents for all occasions. We've a splendid assortment of French China, decorated by the famous Havaland and Me decorators. German, Austrian and tnglish Ware, also the choicest selection of ilap. anese Ware, all of which we import at special prices. Come and see what we have for Gifts of all kinds. COOPER & CO (Sneeessors to Alex. Boss) The following accounts were con- sidered :— S. Mcllwain, labor, streets $ 1 00 Jas. Nelson ” ,. 10 25 3. B. Ferguson, salary and pstg.46 00 V. Vannorman, salary 42 00 W. J. Mallagh " 16 00 R. Rankixi " 5 67 G. N. W. (telegram) 25 A. Sanderson, teaming 22 70 A. Sanderson, watering streets, 20 00 W. Pattison, teaming 1 40 T. Hall, Voters' List and advt26 20 Dr. Macdonald., examination of Mrs. Montgomery 5 00 Dr. Kennedy, examination of Mrs. Montgomery 5 00 3.3. Moffatt, statute labor, Turn - berry, 1903 and 1904 3 00 The Council met in Industry Hall, The above accounts were recom- Tuesday evening, to ppoint a village mended for payment. constable; at time of writing it is not W. S. Greer, Chairman. known who the constable will be. On motion of Coun's Holmes and T. Rev. Jno. Greenway of Crystal City, Bell, the report of the Finance corn- Manitoba, preached in the Methodist mittee was adopted, the only change church Sunday evening. Mr. Green - made being in A. Sanderson's account, way is a brother-in-law of the pastor, on which $22.70 was allowed. The estimates and tax rate were 'then considered. The following are _ ! the chief items of income and expen- diture. RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR. Taxes at 20 mills on the $....$13114 94 "'Weigh scales fees 292 41 122 00 150 00 275 00 700 01 1734 90 1270 38 year in many sections, immense crop of hay has been saved in Howick this year. Wm, Chapman of Newbvidge has enlarged his barn buildings. A two -legged. wild, eat (or something that yells like one) is reported from • the vicinity of an Orangehill berry - patch. COUNCIL MEETING. • The Township Council met on July 20th; members all present except Mr. Bitekley. Moved by Messrs Spence and Gowdy that Mr. Johnston get the trees °pp - site Ids lot for the sum of $3, the two maples to be left for shade trees— carried. Bilis were presented to the Council by Rev. E..4. Hall and Jas, Douglass for damages done their horses by get- ting nails in their feet ou the street in Gorrie at the C. P, R. crossing. Moved by Messrs. Gowdy and Spence that the Reeve and Clerk be a com- mittee to get legal advice on the mat- ter, as this Council think the C. P. R. Co. is responsible for the damages— carried. Mr. L. Murray waitea on the Coun- cil, asking them to provide wire for a fence where the roadway is through his property, he agreeing to reduce the rent of said roadway to $2.50 per year. Moved by Messrs. Gowdy and Spot - ton that the Council furnish wire for 35 rods, also that a lease of roadway be drawn up for a term of years— =Tied. A large number of accounts passed for payment and the Council adjourn- ed to meet in Gorrie on August 17th. L. Walker, Clerk. The lawri social of last week was a signal success. The evening- and crowd were all that could be desired; proceeds amounted to $65. Mr. and Mrs. Art Runstedler (nee Miss Mattie Merkley), have arrived in town, from Toronto, on their wedding trip, and will visit with relatives here for a short time. The trustees of this section have engaged the services of Elgin F. Col- lins for the ensuing year, at a salary of $325. Mr. Collins comes from Mul- mur township well recommended. There will be no service on Sunday next in the Methodist church, owing to the quarterly service at Wroxeter. Rev. 3. H. Osterhout, B.A., B. D., will conduct the evening service of the League. Mr. Osterhout and wife dur- ing their short residence have made themselves very popular with all classes. • The storm which passed over the village last Wednesday night was one of the fiercest known in years. The rain -fall was very heavy and the electricity powerful. Mr. Longley suffered a loss in the com- plete destruction of his barn during the storm; loss partly covered by in- surance. He intends re -building at once. -.• Jamestown. E. E. Bryans spent Sunday in Sea - forth. Miss Maggie Caldbick is holidaying in Toronto at present. Jas. Strachan, Jr. and sister, Miss Elsie, spent Sunday with friends in Cranbrook. The 3rd anniversary of the opening of Victoria Hall was held last Wed- nesday evening, 3rd inst. A goodly number from this locality took in the ;excursion toKincardine on July 26th and report a delightful trip. 11Irs. Ilan of Ethel is at present staying with her daughter Mrs. 'Geo. Eckmire, who is ill this week we are sorry to say. Blyth. Dr. and Mrs. Tait of Ingersol visitecl friends in town over Sunday. James Forsyth of Toronto spent Sunday with relatives in town. Miss Vail of Newbury is visiting her brother, our genial station agent. A few of our citizens took in the ex- cursion to Kincardine on Tuesday. The carpenters are pushing the frame work of Robinson's store ahead. Our street lights were in use Mon- day evening, after an absence of two months. Hall rents Other rets School grants Salof surplus water power, Electric Light Dept Miscellaneous $17659 64 EXPENDITURE. Coupons $ 2002 00 Debentures 3020 75 Sinking fund 03600 School 3/00 25 Co, rate 472 95 Waterworks .... 984 79 Streets 778 40 Salaries . . ..... . .... 1485 42 Town }Tall 202 10 Cemetery ,... ..... , 60 00 Printing and tulvtg 191 96 Interest.... ........... ,..., Electric liga Miscellaneous grey. Miss 14bel Musgrove of Wingham, 18. holidaying with her cousin, Miss Pearson, Rev. Mr, MacNab and family were • holidaying at the lakeside during the past week, Adam Duke, 4th con., Inul valuable horse- killed by lightning last Wednesday evening. Mr. W. E. Bryans spent Sunday with friends in Seaforth„ He was ac- companied by his cousin B. Bryans, Rev„ D, Perrie has been holidaying with friends at Walton, He preached in the Presbyterian church last Sun- day. , Wednesday's storm stymie Grey, Howiek and Minto very severely', the Howick Mutual Insurance Co, losing in the neighborhood (if $4,000. A number of contractors passed througll here last week., prospecting the new C. P. R. route. Tho con- struction will be let in tenenfie con- tracts. • Last week Alex. McDonald, Lot 5, Oth con., pulled at stalk of timothy in his hay field that measured 6 feet le inches and had a head 10 inches long. Quite a severe electrical storm pass- ed over this section of country last Wednesday evening, although no damage was done in this immediate neighborhood. Fall wheat harvest is general this week, The crop is not good by any means as rust interfered. Hay is a dandy yield, however, and Spring grain is doing well. Dr. Wm. Turnbull, son of Andrew Turnbull, 15th cone who completed his College course last May as M. D., C. M., is now house Surgeon in St. Boniface hospital, Winnipeg. • Mrs. Tedford and son, Lawrence, of Chicago, were visitors with John and Mrs. Lake, 4th con. Mrs. Boman and Miss Martha, of Wingham, were also along. Mr. Tedford is a draughts- man in the Pullman car works and is taking a vacation for the benefit of his health. Lloyd Porter, son of Hugh Porter of the 1011, was injured at Lachlan I4th con., last week, by the horse running away with the horse rake, had a rib splintered and it was feared other injuries of a serious character were inflicted, but we are pleased to report that he is doing fair- ly well. Grey township Voters' List for 1904 is out. There are 935 names in Part 1 102 in Part II and 7 in Part III, a total of 1044. Number of persons qualified to serve as jurors, 650.. There are 7 polling sub -divisions. In the list there are 22 McDonald's; 10 Lamonts ; 16 McNair's ; 12 Smith's ; 10 McTaggart's, etc, Mr. and Mrs. Joe. Coombes, Jr., left for their home in Hanover last Thurs- day after having spent a few weeks with relatives here. Mrs. John Wilson of Harrow, Essex Co., who is visiting at Duncan Tay- lor's, is not nearly so well as her many friends would like to see. Mr. Leppert' of Molesworth conduc- ted the service in Victoria Hall last Sunday evening. Mr. McAllister is expected to preach next Sunday evening. Mrs. Robt Cult and family, who have been visiting for the past month with friends in this community, left last Tuesday for their home in Goderich. '1' Langside. • • (Too late for last issue.) Geo. Carter is doing some repairing at school -house No. 9. Miss Norma Hessian of Toronto is visiting her sister, Mrs. J. B. Morrison. Miss Maggie McDougall of East Wa- wanosh was the guest of her friend, Miss M. Carter, during last week. Laughlin McKay has been very ill of late, and his daughter, Mrs. Nelson of Dakota, is now visiting under the parental roof. The Presbyterian church is being re- paired and for the next few weeks the services will be held in the school- house or Foresters' hall, both of which are opposite the church. Neil McDougall of the 6th of Culross had a large barn raised on Friday of last week. The weather was favorable and no accidents occurred. A large number of young people remained for the usual commemoration of a barn - raising. Of the ten pupils from S. S. No. 8, who wrote for Entrance this year, seven passed, some taking honors. We congratulate the pupils and also Blyth's Civic holiday will be held on- their teacher, Miss W. E. Milne. This Wednesday, August 10th. There is a is a splendid showing of diligence on good program of athletic sports ar- the part of both, especially when we ranged for that day. Wingham Band remember that Miss Milne has only will furnish music. There will be a been six months in the school prepar- ing the class for Entrance. concert in the evening in Industry Hall. W. McLeod of Seaforth and others will take part. East Wawanosh. Wm, Snell, jun., is engaged with Sas, Noble for mouth, We are sorry to hear of the illness of Mrs. D. Snell of 'Westfield. Miss Laura Brydges of Goderich is the guest of Mrs, C. McClinton at present. Mrs, Robson and Mrs. Robinson of Toronto are guests of S. McClinton at present, • St. Helens. Miss Ethel Robinson of Lucknow is here. renewing old acquaintances round Mr. Stinks Webster and sister, Miss Ida were visiting friends around St. Helens last week. Rev. Win. Love of Wingliam con- ducted services in the church of Eng- land here last Sabbath. We are pleased to see Mrs. John Mr, Abe Durnin lost a valuable ! Dow able to bo tent again after her horse last week by getting its leg serious illness, We are sorry to hear of the illness of Miss Florence, daughter of Thos. MeDenald. It appeared that she caught cold while taking a bath dur- ing one of those hot days ancl inflame - tory rheumatism settled in her limbs, and an operation was necessary on the bone below the knee. We sin- cerely wish her a speedy recovery. 171 05broken by another horse in the field, Themes Bell and T. Noble, Stit line, 700 00 toy, Robert Earbour is to occupy spent Saturday and. Sunday with Mr. 1063 97 the pulpit of Calvin church, St Helens • Nobles mother of Clinton, $17650 (34 I3y4aw si164004,i164004, to fix the rate of taxation for 1004 at 20 mills on the • dollar, was then rad three timesd an passed. $3.50 was placed to the credit of the School Board, and the Council ad- JOUrnitd, Morris. Mrs. Robt. Blormfield, 1st line, spending a few weeks with friends Holinesville. is at Thursday, August 4, 1904 Hay is a big crop in Morris this year. Robt. McMurray, 4th line, has over 44 tons. • Early last Sunday morning George Kerr, whose farm adjoins Brussels, had. a heavy draft foal killed in tne pasture field by lightning. Will. McCall of Dresden and Miss Belle of Chatham are home fax a short time to see their father, Alex. McCall, 7th line, who has been seriously ill. John B. Kerney, 4th line, was laid up from a kick he received while har- nessing one of his horses. He got the blow on the left leg and for a time blood poison was feared;. but he is getting around all right now we are pleased to state. Alex. McCall, who has been unable to walk without' assistance for over two years, had the misfortune to fall, breaking his thigh -bone and also frac- turing his knee. Although suffering a great deal he bears it with great pa- tience and is doing as well as could be expected for a man of his age, being over 70 years old. The garden party at Garner Nichol - son's, near Belgrave; last Friday even- ing, was a great success, from three to four hundred people being present. The affair was well managed. by the Women's Guild of Trinity Church and the ladies are to be congratulated on the good results. The gate receipts Were over $60 and the refreshment stand brought in about $50 ; total, $100.50. A large number were present, from Wingham, Rev. Mr, Jones gave a short address and Mr. Frank Smith of Toronto gave a song. The Wing- hain Band furnished splendid musk, both hi quality and quantity. Cheers were given at the close for the Bend, and for Mr. Nicholson and: the ladies of the Guild. during the month of August while „Ittiriee McGill, 5thl is still .vety Rev. Mr, Whaley is away on his 111, His many friends hope soon to vacation. see him able to be out again. St. Helens foot -ball team played a Mr. and Mrs. 'Wm. Howatt of West - it friendly game with Holyrood at field attended the funeral of the infant, Lucknow last Saturday ; the game re, daughter of Mrs. Brett of Seaforth suited in a victory for St, Helena last week, (Mrs. Brett is a sister of by a store of 2 to 0, Virg, govt%tt,) TORONTO WANTED. A Ledal Salesman for Winghitni, Ont., and surrounding territory to represent "CANADA'S GnATEStr, llunanntga." NoWest Varieties, and speeialtios IS nerdy Fruits, Small Fruits, Shrubs, Ortlanientals, and Roses. A permanent situation, and ter, ritery reserved for the right man. Par weekly. Handseme outfit free. Writo for partioulars, end send 2.5e for our poeket Tdidroittrope, jttsb the thing to DSO 15 examia. ing trees and planes for insects. STONE & WELLINGTON Foethill aleteseriee (over Me acres) ONTA*X0 15 -_- Two Weeks Longer. D. M. GORDON'S Great Sale is to be continued for two weeks longer. Two more weeks in which you can buy the best and newest goods at a reduc. tion of 20 cents off every dollar's worth sold. This amount off goods that are marked very close now, offers a very rare opportunity to prudent housekeep- ers to secure GENUINE BARGAINS. Please note our show windows, and goods displayed about our doors, and you will find no end of Bargains. Ask for any- thing that you want—we are always pleased to show goods and quote prices. G roceries. We desire to call attention to our Grocery De. partment, where all lines kept in an up...to-date Grocery Store will be found in abundance, and of the puresi, freshest and best—the quality and prices will please every customer. Phone 63. Ring us up when you need anything II I 4 IIP -4.0480444.111.1444.14 414•0.1....1444 Big Prices for Trade. D. M. GORDON 1 DIRECT IMPORTER it1112111111111111111111111111.11111118191811111111111111MINIIIIIIIIMMINEEIM=01181111221M1111111111 Its Just As We Said It Would Be. There's Busy Selling at the "Bee Hive." BIG 13 DAYS' SUMMER SALE Hundreds of pleased Customers have advertised our prices and we'll be busier than ever this week. In connection with our Sum- mer Sale we have decided to make the prices uniform throughout the entire store, so that no department can miss passing out its share of the bargains to shoppers during this thirteen days of money -saving prices. ••••••M",./••. • • • • " • " • • • • / • ••• Dress Goods Bargains. At Eight Cents. It would take too much space to enumerate the nice things we have for you in Dress Materials. We will only =Condon a few of them and ask you to visit the store for the real particulars connected with .this 13 days' Dress Goods sale. 6 Pieces black and colored Henrietta Cloths, good buying anywhere at 60c per yd, our 13 days' Sale Price per yard 850 2 Pieces black Dress Goods, nice quality and worth 40c per yd., our 13, clays' Sale Price, per yard... 200 All our 25c lines now, per yd 190 50o special lines now, per yd 890 750 special lines in plain weaves, also in fancy flake effects in light and medium weights, very choice col- ors. 13 days' Sale Price will be per yard 58c All the other lines of Dress Goods worth 850, 90c $1.00, $1.25, and up to $1.60, at like reduction during this great 18 days' Sale. ."010~.././....." • " • • • • • • • • • • • • • Clothing Must Go. We've decided to clear out all Men's and Boys' Suits to make room for an- other line of goods so that this depart. tient will not only let go of the profit but a part of the cost too. Its no use to quote prices further than say that we start the Children's Suits at .. .$1.00 Boys' Suitt; at $1.25 Youths' Suits at • $2,50 from size 82 up to size 85, and the Men'e Suits at $8.00, 'We want you.to see what wo have to offer you 211, this de- partment. This Big 18 Days' Sale is now on. Here's a great buying chance:—We put on sale 47 pieces good fast•col- ored Prints, all worth and extra good value at 100 and 1230 per yd, 13 days' Sale Price, per yd 8c The colorings are: pink ancl white, light blue and white, navy and white; pretty floral designs, the good old-time lilacs, flake effects, cherry colors, black on white, and white on black. You'll have no trouble in getting suited out of this splendid assortment.. Exceptional Hosiery, Bargains. We put on sale this week, 13 dozen Misses' and Ladies' guaranteed fast black, 'heavy ribbed Cotton Hose, splendid value at 20c and 250 per pair. This week, Sale Price ..15c Also a line of very fine lace effect, Ladies' Silk -finish Hose, good value at 60o. This week, Sale Price....850 • • ••• • • • " • • ^ W Correct Grocery Bargains. 2 Cans choice Red Salmon for 25o 3ie; lbs. choice cleaned Currants 25e 333 " " Raisins 25c Doable package of Orangemeat 25c 1 Can each, Corn, Peas, Tomatoes.250 1 lb. best 40c Blended Coffee 34c 8 packages choice Corn Starch.. „ 20c 25c 134 lb. Jem Baking Powder 100 150 1 fb. tins Extra Baking Powder120 1 lb. regular 850 japan or Black Tea25e 2 plcgs. Shredded Wheat 131scuits250 • W• • es. n. • • %. %nos/v.-W. There Are Bargains In Lace Curtaine, Table Linens, Towels, White Quilts, Summer Blankets, Shirt- ings, Cottonades, Worsteds, Overalls, Since:doe Neckwear, Hosiery, Gloves, eto., etc., etc. Extra special 'eines for ladies in Corset Covets, ITridervests, Gloves, Hosiery and Parasole, Share in the 13argeine, "T1113 BEE HIVE" PHONE NO. 96 The Keeler Coi a a Wilighara