The Wingham Times, 1909-02-25, Page 88
THi! WING.kiAM TIMES, FEBU4RY 25, 1909
MINOR LOCALS.
--The daps are growing longer.
—Yesterday was Ash Wednesday, tl:e
tint day of Lent,
—Next Monday the first day of March
and first day of spring.
--The regular monthly meeting of the
Town Council will be held. next Mon-
day evening.
—Mr. Wm. Hanna was taken sudden•
ly ill one day last week `and was totem
to the hospital.
PERSONAL.
We shall be glad to have contributions to.
this oolnran from any of our readers. It you.
have visitors or purpose going away yourself,
drop in and Wins, or amid us a note to that
effect.
Mr. Frank Quirk, of Cobalt, is visit-
ing with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John
Quirk.
Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Roes, of Clinton,
are visiting with Wingham and Turn -
berry relatives.
Miss Lon Stalker was visiting fpr a
few days with her friend, Mies Fanny
Mason at Blyth.
—Goderioh Chapter of Daughters of
the Empire raised 5301,19 for the Gode-
rich hospital last year.
—A number of the local members of
Masons attended the funeral of the late
Dr. Carder at Blyth on Monday.
—We have had another lot of change-
able weather this week. The mild spell
has about finished the sleighing.
—The salary of Engineer Kelly, of
the Goderioli electric light and water-
works plant bas been raised from $900
to $1,000.
—Dr. G. J. Musgrove, of Niagara
Falls, formerly of Wingham, has been
appointed a License Commissioner for
the county of Welland.
—Donald McKay, of the well•known
dry goods firm of Gordon, McKay &
Co., died at his home in Toronto, on
Thursday, in his 94th year.
Mr. A. Cosens was in Southampton
on Monday, attending the funeral of
his half-brother.
Mr. Wiseman, Collector of Customs
at Clinton was a visitor with Mr. H.
Davie, on Saturday,
Miss Barbara Halstead, who has been
visiting the parental home, returned to
Toronto on Saturday of last week.
Mr. George Modandish is taking a
commercial course at the Wingham
Business College.—Teeswater News.
Mr. Elliott Fleming, of Brantford
was visiting for a few days with his
parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Fleming.
Miss Frances Davis has returned to
her position in Mr. E. Moore's restaur-
ant, after having spent some time at her
home in Exeter.
Mr. Alex. Mitchell, who has been
visiting with his sister, Mrs. A. J.
Nicholls for some weeks, has returned
to his home in Neepawa, Man.
—The foe harvest as far as the supply
for Wingham is concerned was cora.
Voted on Monday. Several car loads.
are being shipped to Kincardine and
Ripley.
—In a contest for the Glen curling
trophy at Seaforth on Tuesday, Brock
MacAulay's Southampton rink won
from W. Ament's Seaforth rink by a
score o! 28 to 11.
—Frank Howson, adopted son of Rev.
W. G. Howson, has been seriously i11
with pneumonia for the past few days.
His numerous friends will wish him a
speedy recovery.
—The Grand Trunk shops at Strat-
ford were opened Thursday with a
pnblio reception. Mr. 0. M. Hays and
staff were present, and were entertained
at a banquet by the city,
—Mr. D. N. Morrison, who has been
visiting with his brother-in-law, Mr. Geo
Fortune, in Turnberry, returned to his
home in Newdale, Man., on Monday,
taking eighteen extra good heavy horses.
CRESOLENE ANTISEPTIC TABLETS
Asimple and effective remedy for
SORE THROATS AND COUGHS
They combine then germicidal tivalue of elm and lico-
rice.
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with the soothing properties slippery
rice. Your druggist or from us, 10c in stamps.
Lasurnto, Maas Co., Limited, Agents, Montreti. 408
—Mr. Patrick Orourke, of Toronto
has purchased the Gowdy cottage, north
of the river at $950. This sale was
made by Mr. F. McConnell, who has a
number of other good town and farm
properties for sale.
—The skating race between Mr. W.
H. Willis and Mr. J. H. Stephenson,
which was billed to take place in the
Wingham rink Tuesday evening, bas
been postponed on account of the sloppy
condition of the ice.
—Messrs. S. Graney and Wm. Michel-
son spent last Sunday in Walkerton
inspecting the heating system in the
Presbyterian church in that town with
a view to installing a similar system in
alt. Andrew's church,
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DU artrr,n.--In Wingham, on February 28rd,
Janes Duffield, in his 74th year.
The funeral will will take place tide (7 burs-
ae). afternoon, at 3 o'clock from the family
residence, corner Patrick and Centre streets
to Wingham cemetery.
JAMiEso f. --In East Wawsnosh, on February
21th, Thomas Jamieson, aged 83 Years.
BitAola —In East Wawanosh, on February
24th, Alexander Bruce, aged 81 years and 10
months.
it Tn•—In Seaforth. on February 21st, W. 0.
Reid, in his 66th year.
McNutt —In Grey, on February 10th, Peter
McNeil, aged 63 years and 11 months.
MCNATR.—In Grey. on February 16th, Neil
McNair, aged 86 years, 0 months and 18 days.
OB$RAR.—In Winnipeg hospital, on Feb. lith,
W. S. t rerar, of Russell, Man., formerly of
Grey, aged 68 years.
BIILLEN; In Ashfield, on Feb. lOth, Robert
Sullen, in his 90th year.
Mr. David Hamilton, of Basswood,
Manitoba, formerly of Forest, Ont., is
visiting at the home of Joseph Pugh.
Mr. Hamilton is a large cattle dealer.
Mr. James Button, who has been
visiting with Ms aunt and uncle, Mr.
and Mrs. Alexander Forsyth, of Turn -
berry, for the past week, left for his
home at Carndnff, Sask,,'on Wednesday
of this week.
HIGH SCHOOL NEWS.
TENDERS WANTED.
Tenders will be received by the ndersigned
up to 12 o'clock on the 18th of rch, 1009, for
building a cement wail a or the Salem
Methodist Church (W oxete Circuit.: Size of
church 40 x 28 feet ; wall ti a 13 inches thick
and 8 feet high, 4?a i4ilehe to project for brick-
ing purposes. The re
floor is also to bo
cemented, inside wa and floor to be plastered
and steel troweled, outside wall to be plast-
ered from ground up and blocked. Said wall
to have six windows and three doors. Cement
to be supplied by the congregation and left on
the premises. Work to be commenced about
let of June next. The lowest or any tender
not necessarily accepted. For further parti-
culars apply to D. L. MBIR,
Secy.-Treas.
Wroxeter, Ont.
By the Literary Society Reporter.
We are glad to see the missing link of
third form, John Holmes, has recovered
from his sickness and has returned to
his plane again. G We trust that the
teachers will not be too severe on
"Buzz" for a few days.
Andrew Wailaoe, a seoond form
student, has been confined to Ms bed for
the past two weeks. We hope to have
him with us as soon as possible.
Among those who have been absent
from school the the ;past few days are
Mise A. Goble, Mies F. Vanstone, Miss
E. Peddle, Mise Goln Holmes, Miss E.
Redburn and Miss L. Ross.
The hospital is again attracting our
students, for on Monday last two of our
number, Finlay Reid and Frank How-
son, were taken there with pneumonia.
The boys will miss a great deal and we
hope that no more will be forded to
follow them.
We are very sorry to hear of the sick-
ness of our champion, Mr. Roy Stook
house.
The first, third and fourth forms wish
to express their thanks to the second
form who have generously provided the
respective rdoms with a new supply of
chalk.
—The next regular meeting of the'
Ladies' Auxiliary of the Wingham
hospitalwill be held in the Connell
Chamber next Monday afternoon, com-
menoing at 4 o'clock. All members are
requested to be present.
—The anneal meeting of the High
Court of the Canadian Order of Fores-
ters will be held in London, commencing
June 7th. The Order was instituted in
London thirty years ago and the con-
vention will celebrate the anniversary.
—Militia orders limned from Ottawa
on Tuesday contain the following:—
Thirty-third Huron Regiment—To be
lieutenant -colonel and to command
regiment—Major A. Wilson, vine
Lieut. -Col. Young, transferred to re-
serve of offioere,
FOR SALE.
A pure bred Durh bull calf, 11 months
old; good breeding good quality; color
deep red. Also a q ntity of cedar posts,
telephono poles, oto. G. FYFE,
Wingham, P. 0.
Residence ono and a half miles south of
Wingham.
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Phone 54.
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The Girls' Hockey Club is making
wonderful progress; watch for bille
advertising a game with the Wingham
Seniors,
The regular meeting of the literary
society was held last Friday with our
noble president, A. Isbister, in the chair.
Adam fills the chair very well and we
are positive he does his beat every time.
An excellent programme was given, but
one thing it lacked, namely, that it fail-
ed to make mention of the feast which'
was promised ns at the end of this term.
Harry Green gave a speeoh on "Dar-
win," and Miss R. Kerr spoke on
"Wordsworth." Once more we heard
the Boys' Glee Club and the Harmonica
Band which have been in a sub•ooma
state for a few weeks, but they are none
the worse for their reat. Mies Anderson
anted as critics and rightly declared that
the programme "mioht hae ben wane.
—Thirty-one Montreal confectionery
men were found guilty Tuesday by
Judge Bazin on charges of having sold
liquor without a license, in having sold
brandy Chocolates, and were fined eaoh
$50 and posts. The fines and costs in all
amounting to $1.,550,
—A convention of temperance work-
ers of Huron county is to be held M
Blyth on Thursday, April 8th, when
the question of simultaneous notion
on the part of each municipality in the
county not now under local prohibition
will be thoroughly considered.
—The 1V'nwara Ellyn, plat in Cey-
lon (6,200 feet above t rsa level),
possesses the dne• iso estates in the
world. The "Sal Tea 0o. import
their tea direct from this district. The
delightful Heyser and absolute purity of
"Salad*" will please yon. Tour grocer
Bolla It.
..Mr, J. A. Cummings, of '1',istowel
uooepted the petition of foreman In
the ntaoh'tne sbop at the 'Union furniture
blowy and will take up his new duties
au the 1st of *mob. Mr, and Mrs.
ChunnalugKisavelliumerous friends who
will 1st Owed to ;tsar of their Musa
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BABY'S OWN TABLETS
WILL CURE YOUR BABY.
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KING'S FOR BARGAINS I
W E WANT YOUR TRADE
KING'S KING'S
The Old Reliable
25 per cent. off all Furs.
See our Dress Goods. Dress Linens, etc.
New Ginghams, New Prints, New Flannelettes.
WANTED.—Any quantity White Beans, Butter, Eggs,
Dried Apples, Feathers, etc.
GOOD
GOODS
G. E. KING.
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PRICES
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NEW PRINTS
NEW EMBROIDERIES
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are now on sale. Come and purchase early and get the
• choice of the new goods. We have everything in this line •
a to please the most exacting customer. We shall be pleased •
a to show these goods. •
Flesh Groceries always on hand. 0
Highest prices paid for produce. 0
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SETTLERS'
TRAINS
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MANITOBA, ALBERTA
'SASKATCHEWAN.
By Canadian Pacific direct line
For Settlers travelling
with livestock and
affects
Special Trains
will !sate Toronto
Each TUESDAY in
MARCO and APRIL
at 10.18 p.sn.
Settlers and families
Without livestock
should use
Regular Trains
leaving Toronto
10.15 p.m. daily
Tourist Sleeping Cars
Fastest Time
COLONIST CARS ON ALL TRAINS
No Charge for Berths
Low Colonist Rates
Only Through Service to the West
Apply to nearest agent for full information and
free copy of ''Settlers' Guide" or write R, L.
Thompson, D.P.A., C.P.R., Toronto
If your little ones are enbj: •t to polio,
indigestion, constipation, w .rms, simple
fevers, or the other min • ailments of
childhood, give t.em B •y's Own Tab-
lets and see ho • q • • •kly the tronble
will disappear. •_ • better still, an
occasional dose of ablate given to well
children will keep these troubles away.
Mrs. Allan A. MaoDonald, Island River,
N. B., says: "My baby suffered greatly
from constipation and atomaoh trouble
and Baby's Own Tablets cured him. I
always keep the Tablets in the home
now." Sold by medicine dealers or by
mall at 25 Dente a box from The Dr.
Williams' Medicine 00., Brookville,
Ont.
J. H. BEEMER, -
Agent, Wingham
Tfitt>1Cn,-In Teeswater, on rob. 16, to Mr.
and Mrs, ROA, Trench; a daughter.
11VARRIND
CAYrtilLTr-b'renart. At the reeldenoe of
the bride's father en Feb, 10th, by Rot. P'..&
MacLennan, Mr. Roderick Campbell of the
2nd conceealon of Einloea 10 miss Catherine,
eldest d&lighter of Mr. fames 1!'iehar of the
Ind ernoeeeien, 8lnlets.
WOw *art'••-Uelrlex.—M 61.3obn'a Church,
Druteelr, on Tell, std, by Rer. B. M. 'Aug'
Ford. Mr. ChM. Ii. Workman to Hiss Mar-
garet A., eldest 4stithter of Mr. and biro, Alex,
CaattsOttr Mit of MOrrir tete tahip.
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CrANO TRUNK RA"'"M
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PACIFIC COAST I
EXCURSIONS
In effect March let to April 30th,
inclusive
VANCOUVER, B. 0. . $42.75
SPOKANE, WASH. $42.75
SEATTLE, WASH, $42.75
PORTLAND, ORE. - 842.75
SAN FRANCISCO, CAL. - $42.45
LOS ANGELES, CAL. = 842.413
MEXICO OIT`ir' - . 841.45
Above rates are one-way second
class, applying from WINGHAM,
Tiokets sold to certain other pointe
in proportion.
rimornorreremsWilsollimailamit
For hall information es to rates,
routes, etc., apply to W. Ilenry,
Depot Agent, or address J. D. Mc -
Ewald, D. P. A., Toronto.
Red Clover
Mammoth Clover
Alsike Clover
Lucerne Clover
Timothy, etc.
The above in the best
qualities only and now
on sale.
G. E. King
CANADIAN HOME CIRCLES
Wingham Circle, No. 434
Meets First Thursday in each month, at 8
p m.. in hall in Chisholm Block. Candidates
for cheap, reliable insurance solicited. Ask to
see our rates of any member or officers.
Ladies accepted at same rate as men.
R. AwDE, T. E. ROBINSON,
Leader. Recording Secretary
W. J. Wes, Financial becretary,
BOAR FOR SERVICE.
The undersigned will keep for service on his
prem ises, Lot 18, Con. 1, Morris, (Bluovalo
Road) a thoroughbred Yorkshire Boar
Terms—$1, to bo paid at time of service.
T. M. tut,NDERSON,
Wingham, 1'. 0.
D. BELL'S
MUSIC EMPORIUM
Headquarters for all kinds
of Musical Instruments.
Pianos
No more beautiful or appropriate
gift than a Piano. We have them
from all the great makers. For
finish, workmanship and tone they
are unexcelled, and at right pricea.
Violins
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Special Announcement No. 5
Beginning on Monday
1st of March, 1909
We will take Butter and Eggs in
trade and allow highest trade
prices for the same
Every farmer's wife in this community
should take advantage of this, for
many reasons, a few of which we
give below :
1. We sew all rips on goods we
sell, free of charge. •
2. We have no old stock ---every-
thing new.
3. We have a big selection to
choose from.
There are other reasons,but the above
should be enough to convince every-
one that this shoe store is the
proper place to buy shoes !
WILLIS & CO.
FINE SHOE .REEPAIRING A SPECIALTY.
PHONE 129 -
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The Taylor -Anderson Co., Ltd1
MANUFACTURE._THEIR OWN CLOTHING
We have the largest and beat stook
ever before shown in Wingham,
and at prices to suit every person,
To violin player", we ask yon to
call and judge for yourselves.
Phonographs
Nothing more popular and •pleas-
ingthan aPhonograph. The
E n 'sox has the new Amborol
Records, whioh play twioe as long
as the old ones. Every home
should have one—they are enjoyed
by both old and young.
Organs
We have a great number Second-
hand Organs, taken in exchange
for Pianos, Some of them 'have
been in use only a few months.
All in first-class condition. Will
be sold very oheap and on easy
terms.
Sewing Machines
Wpeof fah
Canakdian andAmricae nmanU0
tura. If you aro contemplating
purchasing a maohine, it will pay
you to call and see them.
STOPS OPPOSITZ $L&TX T wax.
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Is it too early to mention new
styles for Men's Clothing ?
For the past two weeks we have been busy
putting our new Spring Stock on the tables—
getting ready for you as soon as you feel like
looking. Many people like to buy now, so as to
secure the very choicest picking—and it's a wise
plan. We challengecomparison with any stock
of Men's Clothing in Huron County, and that's
" going some." The showing of beautiful fabrics
for 1909 is now ready, and we want all our cus-
tomers and others to `see them as early as possible
THE HOME OF REAL VALUES. - - COME ON IN.
The Taylor -Anderson Co., Ltd
EXCLUSIVE CLOTHIERS
Opposite National Hotel - - WINGHAM
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CANADIAN
Pickoci F' I G
Special Trains
for Settlers
travelling to the West with livestock
and effects will leave Toronto at 10.15
p. ni., every Tuesday during March
and April.
Settlers travelling alone and with
their families should use regular
trains, leaving Toronto daily at 10.15
p. in. Colonist and Tourist Sleepers
attached.
0, 1'. B. is the only direot and
through oar line to the West,
Apply to J.1, 11EEMEIt, 0.P. B.
Agent, 'Wingham,
Central
Business.
College
STANDB re d! to help young men
and women to win independ-
ence and mattes!, It had given the
start to thousandd upon thotissnds
of young p60010. It can help yon.
Write for Catalogue. Enter any
time.
W. H. SHAW,
Tango and Gerrard Ste., Toronto.