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The Wingham Advance, 1911-02-23, Page 88 DOMINION BANK. HEAD OFFICE, TORONTO. Capital Stook (ell paid up), $4,000,000.00 Reserve Fund and 'Undi- vided Profit $5,300,000.00 Deposits by the Public., , .$47,000,000.00 Total Assets, over $62,600,000,00 B$ANCIIES AND AGENTS throughout Canada and the United States. A GENERAL BANKING BUSINESS TRANSACTED Savings Department Current Rates of Interest allowed and Deposits received of $1.00 and upwards. Farmers' Sale Notes Collected, and advances made on them at lowest rate of interest. WilconA r l;n:tNoa.--Corner John and ,l•olaephirre atrets. L71 R GRIME, Margot SALE A Splendid Chance For Investment r Town lots in the City of Leth- bridge, Alberta ; also in the new and rapidly growing towns situ- ated along the line of the Grand Trunk Pacific RailwAy ; Watrous, Melville and Biggar in Saskat- chewan ; Tofield in Alberta. Three selections of choice laird in Saskatchewan. C. N. Griffiu REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE CH RISTIE'S GROCERY PHONE 59 The Place To Get The Best lea And Colite Winter Tours —TO --- Mexico, Colorado, California and Pacific Coast Points The Grand Trunk Railway is the popular route from all points east through Canada via Chicago. FEATURES Double Track, Fast Service, Finest Roadbed, Modern Equipment, Un- excelled Dining Car Service, All Elements of Safety or Comfort. TO THE SUNNY SOUTHNo more desirable route than via Grand Trunk and connecting lines. VERY LOW RATES Full particulars and tickets from G. LAMONT, Depot Agt, J. D. McDonald LAietriot Passenger .wens, Toronto. Notice To Creditors Notice is hereby given pursuant to It. S. 0., 1847, Chap, 129, See. 3S, that all ,,ersons having claims against the estate of James McCallum, late of the Township of East Wawanosh, in the County of Huron. Fernier, deceased, who died on or about the Twenty-second day of January .A. D.1911, are required to send bypost prepaid or to deliver to It. Vanstone. Soicitor for the Executors, on or before the Twentieth day of March, A. D. 1911, their naines, address, and deaeriptians and a full statement Of particu- lars of their elaimq and the nature of the security of env held by them duly Certified, and that atter the said day the Executors will proceed to distribute the meets of the deceased among the paartied entitled thereto, having in re- gard only to the claims of which they shall then bare notice. 1t. Vanstone, Wingham P. 0. 3)atet tine 216t day of Febrfuary,4. , D, 191d 1, W, Salem. Quite a number in this localityare at at present suffering with la grippe, Leslie McLaughlan is at present on a business trip to Toronto. Mr. and Mrs, R. Harvie spent Mon- day afternoon with Mr. and -Mrs, A. 11. Gallaher, Ydr. and Mrs, Albert Gallaher were visitors at the home of Alex. Bryans near Jamestown. Mr. and `Mrs, Robt, McIntosh have been confined to the house for some time past with the grippe. The choir spent a very enjoyable time last Wednesday night at the borne of Mr, and Mrs, Robt, Baker, Mr, and Mrs. Wm, H. Dane visited the latte►'s parents, kr, and Mrs. Jno, Bush last week, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Gallaher called on the former's brother, W. R. Galla- her, near Bluevale, Last Sunday. Rev, 0. W. McKenzie spent a•few days in Toronto, where he secured a number of books for the S. S. library. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Weir, also Mr, end Mrs, Wm. Lindsay spent Thurs- .irty at the home of Me. Edward Arm- strong near Fordwich. Mr. and Mrs, Wna, Lindsay, who have been visiting friends in these parts, returned to their home near Emerson, Man,, last Monday. Mr. Edward Armstrong and daugh- ter, Jennie, visited at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Weir last Satur- day. John McCreary had the misfortune to lose a fine horse by having its leg broken. This. will bo quite a loss, as the owner has to replace it by buying another. Waldo Weir, accompanied by his cousin, David Armstrong, from near Fordwich, spent a few days last week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Hartley in Clinton. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Gallaher, Mrs. J. Green and Mr, C. W. Kitchen spent an evening recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. T. -Johnson, near Ford- wich. A sleigh load of young people from here spent a most enjoyable evening last Monday at the home of Mr. David Lathers, Gorrie. All report a good time. Tames Wylie, sr., is still very weak and not recovering as fast as his many friends wish. Although advanced in years, we hope he may be spared to his family a few years longer. The Gorrie Epworth Leaguers spent. a very enjoyable evening here on Thursday. Mr, Lyons occupied the chair, while Miss Harding ga.ve a pa- per on Canada since 1S37, which was well rendered. After the meeting, all went down to the basement, where a lunch was prepared by the ladies of the congregation. An invitation was was given to the Salem League to attend Gorrie on March 21st, The in- vitation was accepted. Brussels. Miss Daisy Wilson, daughter of S. C. Wilson, grocer of Brussels, has pur- chased the Millinery business of Miss Vickers, at Kingsville. Mac. Woodley has suffered consid- erably during the past week from some trouble something like blood - poisoning on both of his hands, The question of telephone connec- tion between Brussels, Grey & Morris Rural Telephone system and the Mc- Killop Township Circuit came up for hearing before Ontario Railway Board -at Toronto on Friday. After a year's sojourn under the parental roof, following several years in Manitoba, Bert., youngest son of R. T. and Mrs. Hingston, Mill street, left Tuesday of last week for Kenton, where he assumes a position in a drug store. He was in this store for four years before so is practically going home, Dr. Field, Principal of Goderich Col- legiate, who was appointed Inspector of Public Schools in East Huron, will take up his work on April 1st instead of July 1st as was stated. Inspector Robb is in charge up to the close of March. Last week Harry Goodwin, who has been baggageman, etc., at Brussels G. T. R. depot for the past year or two, passed the examination and has been appointed telegraph operator at New Hamburg depot. Harry will be much missed especially by the Baseball team as he was a star twirler. Fordwich. Mr. Milton Leonard spent Sunday with Gorrie friends. The roads were very bad Wednes- day on account of the storm. Robt. Wallace made a business trip to Listowel one day last week. Miss Mabel Menzies is spending a week at the home of Mr, W. Hain- stock, Dave Armstrong Spent from Fri- day till Tuesday with his cousin 'in Clinton, Ede Armstrong sold one of his fine team last week for a handsoine sum. Ed, Johnston was the buyer. Victor Foster is having some changes made on his house. Ed. Harris is doing the work. 111r. Ed. ia,nd Miss Jennie Armstrong spent a couple of days at the home of Mr. Robert Weir of Turnberry. The Gorrie A,Y.P.A. drove over to Fordwich one night last week and spent a very social evening with the Fordwieh A very social evening was spent ab the home of M. and Mrs. George Williamson of Vordwlch and all en- joyed themselves at games send alto a little hop, Wroxeter. Miss Hull was a visitor In Toronto on Friday and ,Saturday last. Tho Ireland sale on Friday, 17th, was a decided success. Cattle and horses brought high prices. The senior hockey team of this vil- lage played with Gorrie last week. The former were the victors. Miss Jean Davidson is quite ill with the prevailing epidemic. She has been under the doctor's care. Mr, Atchison, of the Traders' Bank, Hamilton, is acting as manager in the Bank here in Mr. Hall's absence. Ile is very obliging and popular. We were without a mail from To- ronto and other points during Tues- day and Wednesday of last week on account of the snow blockade. Rev. C. W. McKenzie returned from Toronto on Friday night, He reports a splendid time at the Temperance convention. Mrs. Milligan, mother of P. Milli- gan, our popular liveryman, has taken up her residence in the house recently vacated by G. Roswell. Rev, 0. W. McKenzie, who has been suffering from la grippe, is taking a week's holidays, in Toronto, and also attending the Convention held by the Dominion Alliance. G. K. Hall, the manager of the Tra- ders' Bank here, is in Chicago, where Mrs. Hall is lying quite ill. We hope to hear of her speedy recovery. We sympathize with them in their trouble. Mrs. Weaver, who has been living with Mr. Jas. Paulin for some time, died on Sunday afternoon. She was a sister of Mrs. Paulin, who died a few years ago. Mrs. Weaver was ill for some time with pleurisy. The annual meeting of the Library Board was held at A. Munro's on Monday evening of this week. C. Reis was appointed chairman for the ensu- ing year, and A. Munro, Sec.-Treas. The names of the members of .the Board are -0, Reis, A. Munro, John Davidson. A. McDougall, Donald Fisher, and Revs. McKenzie and Per- rin. Messrs. Reis, Davidson, McDou- gall and Fisher were appointed a com- mittee to take steps to have the libra- ry renovated. Gorrie. Little Alice Hibbert is laid up with a severe attack of la grippe. H. V. Holmes, Manager of the Bank of Hamilton, paid a visit to his parents in Lucknow last week. Howick Council will meet in Gorrie for its next session ; date—March 15. The, printing contract this year went to Fordwich. Mrs. and the Misses Perkins attend- ed the Green—Wright wedding at the home of Mrs. Wm, Wright, Wroxeter, on Wednesday. Rev. J. H. Hibbert was a London visitor last week. He was also at Thorndale to officiate at the wed- ding of a former parishioner. The Epworth League of Gorrie visited the League at Salem on. Thursday evening, A very pleasant time was spent. The Ladies' Aid of the Methodist Church held a Box Social on Friday evening at the home of Mr. Robt, Lathers, which was quite a success. The proceeds amounted to $30.75. Mrs. H. Perkins and her daughters entertained the members of the A.Y. ,P.A. of St. Stephen's Church, at their home on Monday evening. A very enjoyable time was spent. The A.Y.P.A. of St. Stephen's Church here report having had a very ,pleasant time at the social evening given in Fordwich by the members of the A. Y. P. A. of the English Church in that village. Rev. Mr. Cranston of Palmerston occupied the pulpit in the Presby- terian Church on Sunday afternoon last, Mr. Cranston also preached anniversary sermons in the Presby- terian Church in Fordwich on Sun- day morning and evening. Mrs. John Stewart died at her home on Monday morning last. She bad been an invalid forseveral years, and although she had been i11 with la grippe for ten days, her end came rather unexpected. Mrs. Stewart was a woman of quiet and unassuming disposition, but held in the highest esteem by her many friends and neighbors. She was a member of the Gorrie Presbyterian Church, but for years had not been able to attend Divine service on account of ill health, She leaves a husband and ono son to mourn her lose. • Grey. Har old Hogg of Fordwich was a visitor under the parental roof over Sunday. Mies Viola Fallis of Fordwich spent Sunday with her cousin, Miss Lottie Jackson, The funeral of the late Mrs. Alex, Robertson, boundary, took place and Monday and was largely attended, Mr. and Mrs. Hogg, who have been visiting with friends at Wellesley for the past few weeks, returned last week. Mrs. William Johnstone of Sagi- naw, Mich„ was a visitor with Geo, Johnstone and family a few days last Week. We are sorry to hear of the serious illness of tIrs, Andrew Simpson and We trust a change kr the better will soon take place. We are sorry to hear that John Fraser had the misfortune to cut an ugly gash in his foot last Saturday. At last reports he it suffering in- tensely, but we hope a change will leen take pleas. THE WIN G"iIA1V1 AD M A.11 C.;l East Wawanosh,. The Misses Lizzie and Isabella Elliot and Thom, Elliot of Milton, Miss Chris- tina 'ingot of Ragersville, Mrs, Archi- bald of Seaforth, Mr. 0. Smith, Mr,. Oliver Turnbull and wife of Grey Tp., attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Scott, returning home on Monday, Council met at Marnoch and 10th con, bridges on Monday, and held a regular meeting on Tuesday. Mr, and Mrs. Wm, Love of Marnoch spent last Sunday with friends near' Dungannon. Mrs. Robt. McDowell, 6th line, was called to Goderich last week to attend her sister, Mrs. Henry Morrish, who is seriously i11. Alex, Scott disposed of bis five year old colt to Wm, Henderson, near Wingham, last week, W. T. Noble spent Monday and Tuesday with Hullett friends. Mr, and Mrs. D'Arcy Gallagher called on a number of their friends in, East Wawanosh last week. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Taylor and chil- dren of West Wawanosh spent a cou- ple of days last week with 0th line friends. Jno, Marwood, jr., is rapidly gaining strength after his recent attack of pneumonia. The Epworth League of Westfield Church is invited to spend a social evening at the home of Jno. McDowell on Wednesday of this week. On Friday of last week Robt. Vint, 5th line, had the misfortune to lose his valuable dog, Mr. Vint was ab- sent during the afternoon and on re- turning home found the animal lying dead at Jno. William's gate at the road. It was probably shot by some person. DEATH OF MRS. DAVID SCOTT. The subject of this sketch was bort} in August in Scotch Block, Requesing township Co. Halton, being the eldest of the family of the late William and Jane Elliott, In 1865, she was united in, marriage to the late David. Scott and at once moved into the "bush," and took up the duties of pioneer life. She was the mother of seven children viz„ Peter W., Jane 0., William E., David S„ Annie H. B., Isabella E., and Cyrus W„ all of whom survive her and all are living near the home- stead. Deceased has had several per- iods of illness since her widowhood be- gan, her last commencing in Decem- ber being such that the family gather- ing on Christmas had to be forgone. At times she would rally, but each period left her weaker and on Febru- ary 13th the tired body sank into a deep sleep and she just slept peace- fully and quietly away at 12 30 p. m. on Tuesday, February 14th. The fu- neral took place Saturday, 18th, being largely attended by friends and neigh- bors wishing to take a last look at the features of one who was so well and favorably known. The four sons and son-in-law and T. Elliott of Milton were the pall bearers, interment tak- ing place in Brandon cemetery, The services were conducted by Rev's Fer- guson and Durrant of Belgrave. Morris. A blood poisoned right hand has been bothering Peter McCall, 7th line. Rich. Johnston shipped a car -load of horses to the West. He intends go- ing in a couple of weeks. Frank Martin, 5th line, was success- fully operated on at Fergus hospital and is making as good progress as could be expected. John Cook, 6th line, has had 0 Dor- set lambs added to his flock already this season. Ono of them juts attain- ed to 25 pounds weight. A fine 4 year old cow belonging to J. Mustard, 2nd line, took sick on a re- cent Sunday and a week later went to cowdom despite all that could be done. It was decided to investigate cauee of death and to the surprise of all, a 3 -inch wire nail was found driven into the tapered end of the heart, It is sup- posed bossy had swallowed the nail while nosing around some old boards Council met Feb. 13th ; members all present. Minutes of last regular meet- ing read and adopted. The Auditors presented their report and on motion by W, Elston and C. B. Wilkinson, the report was adopted. Moved by W. J. Johnston, seconded by C. B. Wilkinson, that this Council entertain the petition of ratepayers and that a resolution be passed me- morializing the Ontario Legislature to grant the power to Municipal Councils to withhold as well as issue pool room licenses --carried. Moved by 0. B. Wilkinson, seconded by W. Elston, that we call for tenders for concrete abutments for the 3rd line bridge. lst with 12% stone and 2nd without stone. Also a steel super- structure ; ist—a single span of 125 feet, 14 foot roadway clear of abut- ments, and 2nd—a two span structure of 05 feet each, clear of abutments, Tenders to be opened at the Council Chamber at 2 o'clock on March 13th. Moved by W. J, Johnston, seconded by W. C. Thuell, that we call for ten- ders for the construction ctron of the Nichol, Murray, Lamb and McCall drains, Tenders to be opened at our next regular meeting, March 13th, at one o'clock. The following accounts were paid a C. Agar, gravel, $1.61; account, west boundary, $30.24; D. W. Campbell, road allowance, $0 ; account, south boundary, $21 10 ; Municipal World, supplies, $11,45; A. MacEwen, ex- press, 40c, stationery, $1; Jas. ROI - mond, rep. bridge, $1,ll0 ; A. Strachan, courtroom rent, $0; Gerry & 'Walker, pailY c ' R and cu 8u johns' n to audit $8 ; P. McNab, audit, $8. The Council then adjourned to meet again on March lath at 10.30 *leek, A, MacEwen, Belmore. Miss Mabel I;dwarcis of Gorrie 1s visiting at her brother'e in the village. Mr. hall of Bluevale occupied the pulpit of the Methodist Church on Sunday, 12th Inst. Mrs, R. Metcalf entertained the Methodist cboir at her home last Friday evening. Misses A, Lowry and. M. Ayles- worth spent Saturday and Sunday at the home of the latter, in Fordwich, Mr. Sutton of Wroxeter has com- pleted the work of papering the Manse. a Mies Deily of the 2nd of Culross visited Miss L. Kirby this week. Mr. and Mrs, A. Mosauck of Rivers - dale spent a few days at Mr. Joseph Kirby's, Mr, and Mrs. James Reddon and daughter of Teswater spent Sunday at the home of Mr. T. Ballagh, Mrs. Galloway of the 15th of How - ick spent Sunday with her daughter Mrs; H. Johann, Miss Grace Aylesworth of Fordwich spent Sunday with friends in Belmore. Mr, M. Finlay and sister Etta visit- ed at Robt. Nickel's on Sunday last. Miss Annie McGrogan, who is at- tending Wingham Business College, spent Saturday and Sunday at home. Mrs. Bremmer, who has been on the sick list for the past week, is now re- covering. - The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs, A. Schumacher is seriously ill with pneumonia, Miss Lottie Hamilton is slowly re- covering from an attack of erysipelas. The Methodist choir was entertain- ed at the home of Mrs. Wm, Lowry last Friday. Next Sunday evening service will be held in the Methodist church at 7 p.m. The subject will be "Social Amuse- ments." Mr. Tom Weir of the 10th of Turn - berry is moving to his new home, near Eadie's church, this week. Howick. Jas. Ballantyne has purchased Robt, Ireland's 50 acre farm, lot 1, con, 3, Howick. ` The price was $2,200. Mr. Burkhart Bender passed away on Jan. 31st, 1911, at the home of his son Henry, 2nd con., Howick, aged 74 years, 3 months and 20 days. Mr. Schwalm of Mildmay has bought all the pine in the swamp belonging to Scott Bros, and has a gang of men at work cutting the timber. John Wolf sold his farm across from the school to his brother-in-law, L. Viney, who gets possession the first of March. Mr. Wolf is building a new house on his farm on the 10th. The Auditors of the Agricultural Society reported the total receipts as $790.21 ; total expenses $572 47 ; bal- ance in bank $217.77. It was decided to 'adopt the system of insurance againet loss by rain or snow storms. The Field Crop competition, which has been carried on successfully for the past two years, will be carried on this present season. The Fair for 1911 will be held in Gorrie, Octo- ber 7. Howick Council met on Feb. 15 ; minutes of previous meeting were adopted. The Auditors' report showed a balance in the Treasurer's hands of $74.08. Two tenders for the township print- ing were received—the Gorrie Vidette, $85; the Fordwich Record, $75 ; the latter was accepted. The time for the collection of taxes in the Western division was extended until March lst. After passing of accounts, the Council- adjourned to meet the this d , Wednesday in March, in Gorrie, L. Walker, Clerk. TIIURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1911 l owick Boundary. D, klapiday is spending a week with friends in Toronto, J. Fitch and ,T, Mulvey took a trip to Toronto on Monday morning, Mrs. Neustadt of Ballcarres. Man,, called on Ilowick friends last week, J, Lane delivered a fine bunch of fat cattle to Mr. H. Orauger at Gorrie on Monday. Mr, S. Brill of Teoswater was in this vicinity this week looking up a cream route for the summer, Miss Doubledee of Ilarriston is at Present a visitor with her brother, Geo. Doubledee on the Boundary. John McCreary, jun„ had the mis- fortune to lose a valuable horse last week ; the animal slipped on the icy road and broke its leg, Mr' and Mrs, R, Baker of the 13th con. entertained the members of the Salem choir on Friday evening ; all report a very nice time. Little Lorne, the three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Halliday, 17th con., underwent an operation in the Wing - ham hospital on Saturday last ; the little fellow is doing as well as could be expected. r sUoras. Should learn those subjects by1 which they can earn a living,Spotton's Business Colleges arethe largest trainere in Canada,'and our graduates secure theI best positions. You can studyat home, or partly at home andINDIVIDUAL INSTRUCTIONfinish at the College.ENTER ANY DAY Boys acid Gfrls WINGHAM BUSINESS COLLEGE GEO. SPOTTON - PRINCIPAL 11111111111111111111111M 111111111111111111111111 SETTLERS' TRAINS --TO — MANITOBA; ALBERTA SASKATCHEWAN The only through line LOW COLONIST RATES For settlers travel- ling with livestock and effects Special Trains Will leave Toronto Each TUESDAY March and April 10,10 P.M, Settlers and fami- lies without live. stock should use Regular Trains Leaving Toronto 10,10 p.m, Daily Through Colonist end Tourist Sleepers Colonist Cars on all Trains No charge for berths Through Trains Toronto to Winnipeg and West Ask any C.P.R. Agent for copy of "Settlers' Guido." J. N. BEEMER, Agent, WINDHAM Beauty interest oming! Beauty Maker The approaching visit of Mr. Frank Pember of the Pember Hair Store a n d Culture Institute of Toronto, should prove of and advantage to every woman who reads this announcement. Professor Pember will display an assortment of Natural Wavy Switch Bangs, Braids, Puffs, Waves and Transformations, the eqnal of which bas never before been seen outside of Toronto. Professor Pember will also examine and diagnose free of oharge all hair and scalp troubles and his advise may be relied upon, Fine Toupees a specialty. A most effective and result producing line of complexion beautifiers, face powders, month washes, liquid soaps, and that great giver of ease to the feet, "Oolnfortine." Prices as low as quality is high. A visit will bo undoubtedly wotth your while at Brunswick Hotel, Wiogilun THURSDAY MARCH 9th FINAL CLEAN-UP SA'E== Winter Goods Saturday Next, Feb. 25. FELT SHOES OVERSHOES HEAVY RUBBERS In Laced and Buckle at astonishingly low prices on Saturday, Feb, 25, This will be the• last day of sale of minter Goods Willis & Co. Sole Agents For The THE SHOE STORE 200017, FOR sHOE LADIES i•••••S0•i••••••••ONOOOi•• ••••••••••••••••••0•••••00 • 1 f NOTICE! We want part of your mail order business, and will be able to give you prompt delivery in any line of goods we carry. We pay all postage and express charges. All goods exchanged if not satisfactory. We send goods on approval. Ladies' Skirts.—We are offering, this week, for a special, 25 Ladies' Skirts in different colors—Sale price, $3.75. 500 Yards Dress Coods.—For Ladies' and Children's Dresses, in all shades, for the spring trade—Special price, 25c per yard. Wrappereftes.—In stripes and plain colors, all good patterns—Special price, 11c per yard. 15 Pieces of I2 I-2 Cent Print.—In light and dark colors, good patterns. These Prints won't last long at Special price -10c. Boys' Sweater Coats.—Tari and Green, Blue and Red, Grey and Red. This is a chance to get a good Sweater Coat for G9c. Boys' Overcoats. --25 Boys' Overcoats, in all sizes, with and without college collar, regular $7.00 to $8.50— Special price, $5.00. Men's and Boys' Suits.—We are selling all our Men's and Boys' Suits .at a reduced price. House Furnishings.—We have our Spring Lace Curtain and Madras Curtain Materials. New Spring Rugs and Squares, in sizes 3 x 3, 3 x 3ax4, 3?rx4i. NOTICE Telephone your order to No. 70 M1 kinds of trade wanted—highest prices paid, We have a large stock of choice Froalt Groceries, anna & Co. • 0 • • se • • • i • 0 O 1 • s i 1