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Home My WebLink AboutThe Wingham Advance, 1912-02-22, Page 1• 40ill YEAR, NO. 26, a he Winghzun Ildvance. SANCTUM PARAGRAPHS. Col, J. S. Hendrie of Henan - ton has given notice of a motion in the Legislature, to have all wires of telephone, telegraph and electric light, heat and power compa.niee placed under ground, in incorporated muni- cipalities of the province, and it is understood that its intent will be to empower the Ontaxio Railways and Municipal Board to order the removal of overhead wires and the substitu- tion of underground conduits. This plan would certainly add to tbe beauty a many streets now diefigured with dirty, bare -looking poles and a net -work of wire, Their removal would also facilitate the work of fire- men, in case of disastrous fires. * * -A Bill introduced into the Legisla- lature by 11013. W. J. Hanna, aims to prevent the spread of that dreaded disease smallpox. Among the pro- visions ie one that in every munici- p dity where smallpox existe, or in which the provincial or local B eard of Health has notified the Council that there is danger of an outbreak, the Council shall order the vaccination or re -vaccination of all persons resident within the municipality who have not been vaccinated within seven years. Every member of the Council who neglects or refuses to comply is liable to a fine not exceeding $25, and every person who neglects or refuses to comply with such order is liable to a similar fine, * * * -Tax Reform will be discussed in the present sessicin of the Legislature, and out of the discussions, we trust that some good will result. Two bills are likely to come before the House, both of thetn of a sort of local option nature, that is permitting munici- palities to adopt them if they see fit. Mr. Ellis proposes a gradual change in the direction of placing taxes upon land, making it a 40 per cent. ex- emption, and an annual exemption thereafter of 15 per cent. until the whole tax is removed from improve- ments. sMr. Rowell, on the other hand proposes that the radical change take place at once. NOt having thoroughly studied them, the writer is unable to say which would be best, but at first thought, a sudden, radical change would not seem wise. The 6ub- kot is too important for hasty, half- digested legislation, * * -Science seems to have devised or presented fresh opportunities for revealing secret things, or information desired, but purposely withheld. In olden times, they used force and even cruelty to compel prisoners to "tell all." Now more scientific, but equally effective methods are in vogue. The following is a recent case reported :- "J. Kennedy, a negro from Cloying- ,. ton, sent up for arson, grew sulky when he reached the Frankfort peni- tentiary and refused to answer any questions. He was given a shock or two of electricity with the hope tlaat it would induce him to give informa- tion, but he still refused to answer. Finally one of the attendants attached an electric cup on his back and then touched with another live wire. light current was then turned on and Kennedy's tongue was suddenly loos- ened. He talked quickly. He told all about himself, where he catne from, who he was, how old he was, told, even the names of his grand- parents. He is very docile now and anewers all questions without a momenee hesitation." * * * -At last, the Senate has given slight evidence that the thing is alive, partially so; at least "it moves." If reports are correct, the Senate will op- pose the Borden Governinent's pro- posal to examine some of the late Governmenife transactions, and will also oppose the proposed Teriff com- mission. After being practically a dead thing for fifteen years and allow- ing all that the Leafier Govetnment did, to pass without objection, it is somewhat amusing to see .the sleepy old chaps in the Senate wake up. ?or years, they have done practically no- thieg for the interests of the country. Now that a. new Government has the helm of affairs, the tnernbere of the Senate yawn, etretch and resolve to be "agin the Government anyway," If the Senators had done their duty and thoroughly studied the Grand Trunk Pacific bargain they 'alight have saved Canada ten million dollars, by emphasizing vhat Conservative members pointed out in the House. But not theyee-everything done under the Lautier regime went through without question -it was alt, right. The Goverriment did it, and the Sen- ate attached their oilt. to it, with the result that Canada loses millions by the blunders made. The Senatore do well to wake tip before they die, but if they are wise, they will not Oppose meaeures In the interests of the coun- try, That is not what they are paid for. They should safe -guard the In teteets of Canada. They have not &me et) in the past, and the electors will regard their efforts now with teeter& eertitirty. If the Senators are wiles, they will guage public opinion, before entering on a course of oppoele time for merely partisan InItPft4e& That, will only heeteet the end, which Ammer or later 'Will eotrie, namely, the abolition Of A. MeleSt4 and expensive Appendage of our political arranges mente, Attetion Sale. Messrs, John Reid & Son are Wain a, clearing sale of farm stock on lot 34, con. 12, East Wawanosh, on Wednes- day, March 6r,h. The .list includes, besides a nice bunch of yomeg home, some extra good cattle and sheep, also a number of hogs. The stock is all in first-claes condition. John Purvis will will receive the bids. Improvements At Kin's. During.the past few days a decided improvement has been made in the store occupied. by King Bros. The raised floor at the rear of the store has been lowered to the level of the front part of the store, and the en- trance to the cellar formerly in the centre of the store has been placed at the side. Tbe office will occupy an elevated position, and the stairways leading to the second flat are widened for convenienee in handling merchan- dise. The chauges will give more room and additional shelving, besides better facilities for the increasing business of this energetic and popular firm. The Advance wishes Ring Bros, continued success. Is Improving. The Fordwich Record reports that: "Editor Watters returned from To- ronto on Friday evening, and may now be found in the office each work- ing day. He spent a month in Grace Hospital, and as far as can be seen is improving nicely. During his ab- sence, two boys about 14 years old got out the Record each week, for two issues, being assisted by Mr, Cameron of Shelburne. Though very late, they did well considering the circum- stances. Mr. Bamford, who was to have taken charge, was injured while skating and could not come. The editor is securing more help, and The Record will soon be as newsy as ever. He is thankful to the public for their many kindnesses and good wishes _during his sickness." Choral Society Concert. Fridays March let is the date for the first concert of Wingbam Choral Society. The sacred Cantata "For Christ and the Church" will be render- ed, consisting of solos, duets, trios, quartettes and choruses. The princi- pals are -Mrs. J. C. Smith, Mrs. Robt. Beattie, Miss Farceoharson, Mr. P. j. Hill, Dr. W. J. Price; accompanist, Mrs. G. C. Hanna; conductor Mr. 3. 11. Christie. These will be supported by about 75 voices. This cantata has been in course of preparation for some months, and a treat is expected. Con- siderable interest attaches to this con- cert, as it will be the first prepared in Wingham under the Tonic Sol -Fa method. Conductor Christie has spar- ed no effort in its preparation, and a full house ,should greet the Choral Society. Plan opens on Monday, at S. W. McKibbon's, Newspaper Changes. There will now only be two news- papere inetead of three in Walkerton. Mr. McNamara has disposed of 0, Herald, and the other Conservative paper will take tbe name of Br uce Herald -Tines. Mr. McNamara i- now Custom officer, G.T.R. and Express agent. Two papers are plenty for Walkerton. With the Herald -Times and the Telescope, Walkerton will be well provided for so far as news- papers are emicerneeles le, notice also that' ' busiteess _men f \Berlin like those of almj5st evei'l other town in Ontario, he decided that two newspapers ar . sufficient for/all 'pur- poses and an attempt to es;tablish a third paper inthat tows( last week was unsuccessfolsiness men of Windsor, Chatham, -'London, St. Thonia,s, Woodstock, Brantford, St. Catharinee, Stratford, Guelph, Ni- agara Falls, Welland and Galt have only two newspapers, and find that the unimpaired tervice rendered is quite sufficient for all requirements. Owen Sound is one of the very few town' e • which revels in the extrava- gance of four newspapers. Death Of Mr. Hunter. On Thursday, February 15, Alex. Hunter, one of the pioneers of the township of Morris passed to the great Beyond, at the great age of ninety-three years. Mr. Hunter was born ib the county of Tyrone, Ireland, and came to Canada with his parente when fWelve years of age. They set. tiea in the township of Vaughan, where the subject of- this sketch re- sided instil he reached young man- hood, mid was waited in marriage to Mise /ate Ginn, who died nearly foue Tears ago. Mr, and Mrs. limiter came to Morris toWnslflpi almost fifty yeas% ago, selecting lot 1, concession 3, as the foundation of their Tatum home, when ise yet.,not a tree had been tot thereon, There were born to them five daughters and tWO sons. The foriner are - Mrs, W. Johnson of Belgrave, Mrs. Sims f Manitoba, Mrs, Cave of N. Dakota, Mrs, R, Tindall of Wingham, and Mre. Serry Case - more of Whitechurch. The sons are - Morris antl. George in Mimi., t tobas Mr. Hunter wait a member a the Anglican Church, and of the L. 0. I L. He was Li:Averts/41y esteemed est c an opright mart, and art obliging I neighbor, Hie family wish to atr knowledge the kindness of their s friends to thein in their 'bereave- If peas or born are used a tun meat 1 , WINGILANI, ONONT.,THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1912, milemiNallismommillimodimsoilIsamellonewMaiewsio. Clearing Sale, John Galbraith's auction sale will be held next Monday, 20th inst. Full particulars may be learned from bills, No reserve as farm is sold. John Purvis will take the bids. Ten monthe' credit, Huron Old Boys. The Horon Old Boys of Toronto are planning to extend eerdial welcome to their banquet in Toronto, on Feh'y. 23rd, in the Temple building, Toronto, at 8 p.m. The following have been appointed to welcome tbe guests from Wingham, Bluevale, and Belgrave, Mrs, W. E. Groves, Mrs. L. W. Han- son, Mies Porter, From Gorrie, Wroxeter and Forclwich, s A. Welch, Mrs. G. Beswitherwick, For Blyth, Auburn and Walton, Mrs. W, W. Sloan, Mrs, Dr, Sloan. Death Of Miss Anderson. There passed away on Sunday last, at the home of her brother, Mr. W. M. Andei son of Ee,st Wawanosh, Miss Ann Jane Anderson, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Arch. Anderson, Deceased was born in the township, and for some years past had been subject to fits. On Saturday, she ate her breakfast as usual, but on Sunday passed away. Her age was 53. She was a member of the Methodist Church, but seldom able to attend the services. The funeral took place on ednesday to Wingham cemetery, Long Bat Pins Niust Go. Mrs. Meredith, press superintendent of the W. C. T. U. in Toronto, says:- "Our Society, evith the Churches, is commencing a canapaign against the wearing of projecting hat pins. Those great, big, stabby things came in with the leviathan hats, and have stayed in, notwithstanding that the modish hats have subsided. in size to normal. The result is a flashing and slashing of stilettoed hat anchors that terrorize women as well as men in a crowd. It is also anticipated that the press will do its modest share in persuading wo- men to beat their lengthy hatpins into mat hooks, and cease this terrible war upon an unoffnding people of the greatest Empire that has ever been." Young Men Entertain. The young men of St. Paul's branch, of the A.Y.P.A. entertained the mem- bers on Monday evening last. An excellent program was given, includ- ing an amusing outline of the program by the chairman. There were -Vocal selections by Rev. E. H. Croly, Messrs. Percy Jenkins and Thos. Jones; read.- ings by Messrs. E. Nash, P. Jenkins and H. Jobb; a paper by Mr. George Tees on "The Duke of Wellington," and music from D. Holmes' gramo- phone. Mrs, C. P. Smith and Mts. Oroly were accompanists. Dainty re- freshments were also served by tbe ts young me, who showed they were not to be ofitdone in that line, even by the ladies. They were tendered con- gratulations and a hearty vote a thanks by the ladies, on the successful evening of pleasant surprises given them. Good Progress Made. Considering the severe weather this winter, good progress has been made in the Western Foundry Co's new buildings. The brick -work of the new moulding shop has been completed, and men are now working on the roof which gives evidence of being most substantial. This building is 200 feet by 80, or a floor space of 10,000 F (Nam feet. Work on the other buildings will be proceeded witk, as soon as this is completed, ;SOliis4e0 r er visit- ed the old-151(fit" 'Iiii-Satu y and found psi's'/busy hive. The ester's Found y o'y is a busy has no lack o ere, afhe tbe new buildin ix-ifiletecl, few On- tario towns Will be able to boast of a livelier or more successful industry'. The Advance wishes it continued suc- cess, and judging from the constant supply of "orders ahead," it has practically an unlimited field. Wing - ham property -owners were wise, when they carried the by-law last December, and the Oonspany gives evidence that it intende •"making good," A Good Recipe. This is a new vegetable soup which is especially good wben the summer vegetables are coming in, but is ex- cellent in winter also, It is made by grinding, coarsely, one-fourth cup young carrots, one-foueth cup cab - nage (or small cabbage leaves), one- fourth cup ttienipe, one-fourth cup celery (ot celery tops or small plants), Otto small onion, Put these ingred- lents into a hot frying pan with one heaping tablespoettful of ',Atter and let it fry slowly for five minutes until delicately browned. Add one quart of boiling water, One teaspoonful of salt; remove to a granite stew -pan and cook twenty minutes', Then add one-half Cup of sliced potatesee, one teaspoonful tsf ohopped parsely, one. half cup of tomatoes or tonlato juice. Boil one-half hour longer, Itrain hrough a toarse sieve, and 961190n With peppet and more eta if deeired, f too thick add more water, Th14 an be varied by the omiseion of some vegetables, sueh as tomatoes or car. ote, and the attbetitatiott of othets, tieh as young peen, heals or ectsped corn of create, or milk is *pleasant addition, I , Clearing Auction Sale. Mr, Wm. Nicholson will hold a clearing auction sale of farm stock and implements at lot 20, concession 9, Tornberry, on Saturday, 24th inst., at 1 o'clock p.m. Everything is to be sold without reserve as the proprietor has sold his farm. -John Purvis, auctioneer, For Sick Headache. For a sick -headache fill a glass half full of hot water; in this dissolve scant half teaspoon baking soda and then end juice of half a lenson, Driok while effervesing, This has been fond very effective in giving quick relief in case of nervous sick headache and also in that resulting from indi- gestion. The lemon juice should be ciueezed out and ready to add to the soda and water all at once to get best results, Is Well Satisfied. . W. 3. Brooks, formerly of this writee from Marengo, Sask., saying :--"We have had the finest winter I ever saw, with just enough snow for sleighing, Around Marengo is well settled with people from Huron and Bruce counties. I am getting along nicely, and have half a section of land and some lots in Saskatoon. I aril well satisfied with the West; it is the place for a young man. The Ad- vance brings us all the news. Yours truly, W. J. Brooks. The Late Dr. Gordon. A large number gathered at Bloor Street Presbyterian Church, Toronto, Thursday afternoon, to pay final tri - bate to the late Rev. Daniel Gordon, who died in Winnipeg the previous Sunday, many were clergyman, and some were close friends of the deceit - sed. Before and after the service gray-haired men bowed over the casket to look their last at the face ion known and loved by them. Amon the relatives present were two sons, Rev, D4r, C. W. Gordon (the author, Ralph Connor) and Dr. A. R. Gordon of Winnipeg. The latter was a citizen of Wingham about fourteen years ago, and kept a drug store, where Mr. Greer has his shoe store. He now has a fine medical practice in Winnipeg, Death Of Mr. Geddes. This week we have to record the death on Sunday last of Mr. J. L. Geddes of Belgrave, son of the late David Geddes. Deceased was well known, having been for many years a respected resident of that vicinity Aar many years he carried on th blacksmithing in Belgeave, Until a bout two years ago, his health ha.vin failed, he went to reside on the farm About nineteen years ago bo marrie Miss Porterfield, who is now deprived of a faithful husband. There are also two sons who will miss the father's care. Mr, Geddes was a member o Belgrave Presbyterian Church, and connected with the Foresters, Odd fellows and A.O.U.IV. The cause o his death was areernia, and he had been in failing health for nearly four years. Mr. Geddes was in his 49th year. The funeral took prace on Wedneeday to the Brandon cemetery. Sincere ,sympathy is extended to the bereaved family. Don't Forget Old Folk. In the rush and hurry of modern ife do we think as much as we inight of the happiness of those 'who are growing old. They have lost so nucb Their youth, often their Ilealth, most of tbe friends and com- panions who started with them on ife's journey are gone and yet we often grudge them the brightness and oy we might so easily. put into their ives. We will not stay to bear the ecollections of old and happy days vehich they love to tell us. We let hens see so plainly that their day is ver and ours has come That thoee who have borne the burden and heat f the day, toiled and struggled and worn themselves out for other, should e left to feel lonely and neglected is orrowful. We can and oughts each nd all, in our own -place and.way, do omething to bring the glow of sum- mer and the remembrance of the days roses and love into the lives, now ast nearing their winter and their nd. liver Medal Conteat. On Thursday evening of last week, ne of these contests was held in the own Han, under the auspices of Wingharn W.O.T.tr. Mayor Spotton coupled the chair in his usual pleasant ay. The Contestants ntere Iffl o vers. Mary Currie, Gladys Nichol - on, Elsie Gilionle, Maggie William-, on, Hilda, Bilchanata and Lillian Rosee he reclefilione by the contestants ere interspersed by music by' the armee:Ilea Band, solo' by n. Sirotnons nd A, 41,Wilford, alect a fine selection y Mitib Charitriart of London, violin ncl guitar selection bsr Mrs. McGilli- ray and Mists Tipling, violin solo by las Tipling, and a male chortle. The udges, Mrs. Moore a TeesWater, Revs. Mika, Whiteehurch and Weet of luevale, awarded the silver medal to iss Rose, to wlaoin Bev, Ur, Walker anded the priae, The Preeidetat and Ilse Copeland handed eftett of the thee eontotants a aeuvenir pin, The eeiderib ministers opoke briefly, and LI entertainment elosed with the ational Anthem, TtlE FURNACE The furnace is a roaring beast, It hasn't any soul; And glotton-like, to say the least, It eats up tons of coal. It heats; the house on epring-like days With a fierce, torrid blast ; But when you need its cheering blaze Its heating days seem past. And there is not the elighteet doubt It bas a grouch on yon; For when you dress up and go out The fire, it goes out, too, The furnace is a sulky beast, It wants its wilful way, And grimly it demands a feast Of coal six tirnes a day. On These Conunittees. Our townsman, A. H. Musgrove, M. L, A. for North Huron has been placed on the following eomtnittees- Printing„ -Fish and Garne, Standing Orders, f Railways, Public Accounts, and Mitnicipal Jaw. Our townsman will no doubt make his influence felt on these important committees. Auction Sale. On south half lot 17, con, 4, Morris, on Wednesday, March Oth; farm stock and implements, the latter near- ly new; also a corn -cutting outfit, engine, box, tank and belting. No reserve as fa,rm is sold. Terms -eight months credit, or four per cent. dis- count. Sale at one o'clock. -James Cloakey, proprietor. Sudden Death, On Sunday last, Mrs. Wm, Keeler, Hibbert township, while climbing in- to a cutter to return to her home, after visiting with her brother, Mr. Bryan Cleary, near Seaforth, col- lapsed and was dead in a few minutes, as a result of breaking a blood vessel in her brain, She was apparently in the best of health a few minutes before g • About Newspaper Offices. The Orilla Packet reports the follow ing :-A prominent educationist say that a well conducted newspape office is a splendid university for boy to graduate from. And a hig official of the Methodist Church o Canada, who travels from coast to coast, says if he had a dozen boys, he should wish every one to serve an apprenticeship in a good newspaper office. To this, the Acton Free Press adds -"And the high official was the first apprentice and subsequently the editor of the Acton Free Press, and his only son is editor of one of the . Fort William dailies. - Alberta Farm Products. g The Board of Trade of Camrose . Alberta is touring Ontario in a special d car. The party includes Geo. P. Smith, M.P.P. for Camrose ; Mayor Layton; President Harris of the Board of Trade; ex -Mayor D. Twomey, f formerly of Lindsay; Councillor F. Farley, formerly of St. Thoinas ; ex - Councillor J. Watson Younge, form f erly of Glencoe; and several other business men of Oeanrose, and several successful farmers of the Camrose District, many of whom iived in this Prpvince until a few years. They have in their car a magnificent exhibit of Alberta farm products. The object of their trip is to show what can be raised on the farm in Alberta, and to give our citizens re- liable information and literature re- garding tbe Camrose District and Central Alberta, The trip is being made over the Grand Trunk, and this car will be at Wingham on Sat., Mar. 16tb, at 2 30 pone until 6 35 a.m. Monday, Mar, 18th, Two Days In Detroit. The White Star Line is contem4 plating an excursion from Goderich to Detroit on June 13, to return June 17th, or two full days in Detroit, which would certainty be a welcome extension of tirne, especially when the rate remains the same, $1,50 for the return trip. We clip the following from the Detroit News sent us by the efficient agent of ' the Steamship line :-"Hats off to the owners of the White Star line of steamers and all other. linee vvhich consent to sacrifice a department that is productive of large profits for the sake of the publie deceney. The sale of intoxicants on board river and lake steamers is un- doubtedly very profitable because the sale is very large and the license fee is ineignificant. Brit while they seem to be making a sacrifiee the local naviga- tion eompaties are really adopting a policy that will work for their bene- fit in the end by perpetuating a very profitable business and insuring t. stable patronage." the pr.aTstlswoee.eTeylor has been ill during Mr. Harry Martin of Stratford spent Sunday in town. Miss Hattie McCracken is visiting relatives London, Mr. W. Dore has been laid off vvork with a painful faee. Mrs. Thos. McCracken of London is visiting relatives in town. Mr. J, Farrell of Teeswater spent Sunday with friends ba tewn. Miss Neta Huffman is attending the millinery openings in Toronto. Miss Maud Forbes of Winnipeg is visiting her father, Mr. Thos, Forbes, of this vicinity, Miss Fanny Green has returned to Woodstock, after spending a month at her home here, Mrs. Shortts has been dangerously ill during the week, and is scarcely out of danger yet. Mrs. Janet Holmes of Turnberry returned home this week, after an ex- tended visit with friends in Guelph and Stratford. Mr. Wm. Wright of Kincardine was in town on Monday on business. Mr. Wright is the owner of the brickyard in ICincardine. Mrs. G. 0. Hanna and daughter re- turned home Monday from London, vehere they had been guests of Rev. and Mrs, Steeves, Mr. Lockie of Galt spent a day with his brother-in-law, Mr. Walter Taylor, last week. He came up to attend the funeral of another relative, Mr, Peter Scott of con. 9, Culross, one of the pioneers of the township. On Wednesday, February 14th, Mrs. Diamond and daughter Miss Edna, attended the wedding of Mrs. Dia- mond's nephevv, Mr. Roland Smith, at the home of the bride's father, Mr, F. A. Rogers, Close Sixes Parkdale, Toronto, Miss Louisa Egglestone of Toronto, accompanied by her friend, Miss Anna Houston, attended the wedding of the former's sister on Wednesday last. They returned to resume their duties on Saturday, after spending a most r enjoyable time with friends. a, f Cburcb 'Hews Special services were held in the Army Barracks for two weeks with encouraging results. The Salvation Army and its Band. held successful services in Teeswater on Sunday last. The Town Hall was crowded, and excellent services are re- ported. Mr, Percy, of the High School staff, gave an excellent address to the Epworth League on Monday evening, under the auspices of the Citizenship committee. The Grand Valley Star reports the result of the vote on church union in Knox church in that villiage :-59 vot- ed for organic union and 76 against; 45 were in favor of the basis of union and 58 against, At South Luther the - vote was 31 for organic union and 22 - against; 16 were in favor of the basis of union° and 29 against. 1 1 1 1 a 0 r."..,..........,„_,w,....._,,..... i•Ka• ce t• Tao The 'matter undbx, thie heaa. Is SUpplied hv the eit'inghtun WM. ".c. tl• It was in answer to prayer that Ged came down, when the 1.0ord came int° the midst of His people there Vette light, life, power, The regular monthly meeting of the W. O. T. U. was held in the 0. O. 14', hall on Tuesdey. Feb. la. There Was a good attendance, the President in the chair. This being a special week of prayer in conneetion with the society, the devotional half hour WAS taken by Mrs, Boynton of the Salvation Army, who laid speelal tonphatie On the power of prayer. Three now tlienlbelli joined the eociety, The question of Church Union was well considered by Rev. Dr, Rutledge last Sunday, morning and evening. The question was treated in an ex- ceedingly fair and able manner. Dr. Rutledge is of the opinion that some- thing must be done to meet present conditions, but from his closing re- marks, we concluded that be believes the present movement is premature, and the disadvantages of the present basis of Union out -weigh its proposed advantages. So far Dr. Rutledge has only considered the favorable aspects of the caee, and the conditions which now prevail. Emma. Towle -In Wingham, February 15, to Mr. and Mrs. A. Towle, a daughter. DEATHS. Bard - In Wingham, February 15, Christina Iona, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. Bard, aged two years, six months. Geddes -In Belgrave, Sunday, Feb. 18, Sohn L. Geddes, aged 48 yrs. Anderson -In East Wawanosb, Sun- day, Feb. 18, Ann Jane Anderson, aged 53 years. Hunter -In Morris, February I5th, Alex, Hunter, aged 93 years, Wroxeter, February 17, Mr. A. Munro. (See Wroxeter cor- respondence.) McLean -In Ho wick, near Wroxeter, on Saturday, February 17, Mrs. Jno, McLean. (See Wroxeter corres- pondence. 'Belgrave. 13, W. Scott is laid up with an ate* of lumbago. „ Voting on Church Union will be eompleted next Sabbath, in Knox °hutch here. Miss Phoebe alackeon of near Bran- don is spending a- few weeks with Mr, and Mos. Henry Johnson, and other friends. She expeets to return early in Mttreh to Manitoba.)' One of the largest saw -logs ever neon her is lying on the roadside. It is an A4 soft elm, 12 ft. long, and contains 1000 feet B. M. It was so heavy that it sank through the track and had to be unloaded and left till there be leas snow ; its deetination is Myth foe Hill Bros. There will be a debate itt the Pores.. tors' Ball on Tuesday evening nett, 27th inst. Subject - Resolved that 'Eastern Oaisacla, presents greater op- portatuitiees than Western Canada, Affirtnistive Mita L, Mcerae, MIAS Rands. Mr. Dobler and Mr. W04 - hint. The following will suoport the Negative -e -Mies Halliday, MiNS tor -i nilby Mr, N. McCrae and Mr. W. Brydgee. Collection to defray cost of hall. EVerybody is invited, „ 1 limplerempros.mowilmoimp. surtgaryttripmum 1 $1000 PEIR YINAB U1 4.1)V4.NON4 4-! 1 $1.50 To Stnow:ammoIlq 11,0. lidocat Items Wear Oreer's Shoes and Rubber, Read Willis 84 Co.'s adVton page 8. Every man's credit is good when it comes to borrowed trouble. Mr, .a., Schaefer bas been painting and kalsomining parts of the interior of the Public School. Great stock-redricing Sale at 311101'S during February. Stratford dogs will all be muzzled, as the animal that bit two little child, ren there the other day turns out to have had rabies. Miss Taylor of Gorrie passed through a critical operation on Tues- day last at the hospital, Dr. Groves of Fergus was the surgeon. A Melanctlion woman ha e a goose that was given to her when she was twenty-one years old. Lots of women still have the goose they got on their wedding day, CORN/ CORN1 4 carload of Feed Caltil for sale at our warehouse on a T• R, --- TIMING & MILL& The Wingham branch of the Child- ren's Aid Society will hold a meeting in the Council Chamber at 4 p.m. on Friday of this week. A full attend- ance is desired. Dr. F. McLennan of Ripley, Thos, Sandy of Lochalsh, and T. G. Fortune of Walkerton have purchased Ford touring cars from As M. Crawford, alayor Spotton has also purchased a Ford auto. Festal TIELP-Those wishing farm help, etc., also girls for domestic puts - poses, apply to Wm. McQuilliis, Immi- gration agent, or H. D. Woods, both St. Helens P, 0, Near Camden, in the Niagara penin- sula, at several auction sales held re- cently in the township, it has been al- most impossible to sell stock, owing to feed: being so scarce, and prices for stock are merely nominal. The water service pipe from the main on Victoria street to Gurney's Glove Works was found to be frozen this week, indicating a severe winter and continued hard frost. The dig- gers find the earth like a flint rock. LOST. - In Wingham or between that and Hogg's corner B. line, on Wednesday, ].4th, a lady's watch. OFifficlee. ner please leave at Advance With the Georgian Bay frozen over, thousands of wild ducks are perishing in the exceptionally cold weather that visited Ontario for a few weeks re- cently, Large numbers are being frozen to death along the shore of Owen Sound Bay. February Clearing Sale at Knox's. See our advt. on page 4, Mr. 3, Lockie Wilson, Superinten- dent of fall fairs, stated this week that by a new arrangement this year the dates for all the fairs in the Pro- vince would be arranged systemati- cally, so that no two fairs in neighbor- ing localities will conflict. WANTED. -A good girl foe general housework. Apply to Mrs. W. H. Rintoul, Wingham. With ice over twenty inches thick in February, much of it formed under a thick protecting coat of snow, means cold weather, and is a reminder to old Sol that his gentle rays have con- siderable work before they melt the snowbanks and so much solid ice. FOR SAW -Good dog harness. En- quire at Advance office. "Sin is the transgression of the law' says St. John. But a Boston medical student thus defined it in a prayer - meeting and the pastor kept his face straight :-"Sin may be defined as the metamorphosis of transformation, and may be diagnosed as to its pathology, as devitalization. Bargains in Watches and Jewellry, at Knox's February Sale. On page 5 of this issue will be found D. Bell's advt, of the E. M. P. auto- mobile. This is a fine ear and sells at a medium price, A sample may be seen at Mr. Pell's garage near his music store, and he will be pleased to show it to intending purchasers, and point out its merits, The Vi7inghant brands of the Wo- man's Institute will hold their regular monthly meeting on Thursday, Feb. 20th at 3 p.m, at the home of Mrs. V. VanNorman (Minnie St,) Subjeets for this meeting "Fancy work," by Mrs. E. Harrison, also "Current Events' by Mrs. Gillespie. Ladies cordially in- vited to be present, A social cup of tea will be served at close of the prograname. Twenty to thirty per cent, diseount, at `Knox's, during the February Sale, :Mr, W. H. Hall of Meaford was in town on Priday,last, the guest of his brother, editor of the Advance. Mr. Hall is machinist of the firm of Bar- ber & Son, Meaford and had been at Chesley attending to repairs in the electric light plant there. While in Wingham, he conferred with the Water and Electric Light committee about the necessary repairs to the pumping machinery. Mr. Walter Barber of Chesley accompanied Hall. They both think Wingham is a pretty, as well asa progressive toWn. Itgmeme=emet=0.-- REXALL CHERRY BARK COUGH SYRUP Will Stop That Cough YOR MONEY B,A,CIC IF IT DOESN'T Pint Bottle .4 50 Cts. J. W. McKibbon Pure Drugs, Prompt Attention and Courteous Treatment assured at rhe 042...f.Cae rSitfive DOLLARS SAVED Wouldn't you like to save a few Shoe Dollars, Sir? You can save them right here, = now, if you choose. We're doing some great stunts in Shoe selling and every buy. _ er gets his money's worth and then some Spring Shoes want to come in, - so this seasons Shoes must • move out. When we are selling our Men's - and Women's $5.00, 84.00 and 83,00 Shoes for $4.00, 83.00 and $2.00 and all other Footwear in proportion -can you itay away from the sale? SEE US FOR TRUNKS AND VALISES W. J. GREER CALL 'PHONE 52 FOR BEST PRICES Print or Roll Butter -ALSO- &Melly Fresh Eggs The W m Davies cos. Limited Suootssorts TO Wt. ARUOUR ESTATE WINGHAM ENTER ANY TIME Ono of Eastern Ontario's Iligh•Class aria popular Business Schools which keeps' open throughout the year., Young peo- ple may enter any time and complete there cOurso without Interruption of midsummer holidays. You may Andy all at home or partly at hem and finish at the college. Thirty Y ears' EXperietice Largest Trainers in Canada. Affiliated With the Commercial Educator& AsSoc- %Wm of Canada. Write fOr partibulars. WiNCHAM 8usiNE8s COLLECe: ogo. SPOTT CZIAS. MIMS'S tlesident Pritelpal Novet,-All ateounts due te Inttet be pe,14 to the Batik Of Commerce, Winglaam, by March let next, as after that date they Will be handed over to other hands to collect, tzeiok A/6041ot,