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The Brussels Post, 1912-12-12, Page 1ti VOL. 41 NO. 24. BRUSSELS, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12,4 /912 New Advertisements Xmas sine -James Pox Uorn-Prytte Aftlifin( no, No Ivor/hie-P.11 smith. Auction Wile -Thom. (4 c»ft h. Spectacles found -To e Poles, monolklas-A lox. St reeltm Reduced priceEl-W, 1 strotton. To ow nAando-Koi Geo Whitfield, Pot/1101V Af000lablon-Jos Mitchell istrirt news Oranbrook John and Mrs. Comes were visiting relatives itt Seaforth, A. J. Hahn was at Godeeich this week serving as a jamat the 0o. theme There Will be service in the German church a week from next *May, 22nd inst, John 1410 Mrs. Fischer and femily, of St. Thonuts, were here for a short visit with relatives and friends. CONGRATULATIONS TO ARBMW.- The furnitme, eta., belonging Rev. D. B. McRae was shipped last Tuesday and the family will follow shortly. People in this locality say Goodbye to them very regretfully, Rev. Mr. McRae and his good lady by Weir geniality, hiendliness, hospi- tality and kindness tilled a large place, without making much foss doing it, Few families go out from 11 manse or parsonage to do more credit to the home training than the ,aleltite boys and girls. We wish all con- cerned Godspeed aml hope to frequeet- 1 y have them bark as v isi t ors. Armow is to be congratulated. Next Sabbath afternoon Rev, Me. Hat vey, of London, will occupy the pulpit of 1 be Method is t chtiPell, Ji41111S1 ;fr. of Myth, was visit- ing his cousin, R, McDonald. Mr. Out bite been botheied with Owe - mullein for some time past but is im- proving we are glad to state, Rev. 511'. Mahn will be the preacher in Knox (Morel) neet Suably morn- ing, Last. Sabbath service was con- ducted hy Me. Douglas, a student. The pulpit was dealared vacaot. Jamestown Mrs. MeEwan and Mrs. Outt were visitors with Godeeich relatives. Jas. Cott of Blyth, has been visit- ing his uncle, J no. Outt, of this lo - ea ty. Keep the Sabbath School enter- tainment in mitel. The date is Dec. 201b. Interesting program. Last 'week Miss Jennie Simpson did the annual Bible Society collect- ing and made her returns to the teettstwer. Miss Flossie Seote who has been melee the doctot's cave for some time, is improving her many friends will be glad to hear. The Auction Sale of taten stock, implemeets, etc., takes place at Thos. Smith's, 1.j mites East of Jahriestowe Friday of next week. F. S. Scott, of Bruesels, will wield the hantenee. Wednesday of this week Jno. E. and Mee. White moved to Listowel where they purpose making their home. They were good neighbors and many old ft ,ends here hope they will find themselves very comfortable in their new location, •••••••••••••4.•4.•••4.••••••• ••••••••••••••••••••••••••i Re uced • • • 4.• • • • 44. 4. • 4 8.• • 4. 4. • 4.• • • • • • 4.• • 4. 4. • • . • • 4.• • • • • • Prices 4.4.4.4.• What they Mean to Christmas Buyers WE have a Holiday stock that is first in Variety and Quality and Fairest in Price. During the month of December we will. give great Bar- gains to our customers on all cash purchases. This is the largest and most complete stock of the latest in all lines that are to be found in an up-to-date Jewelry Store. Watches Watches of every description hem $6.00 up to $75,00. Ladies' Long Chains, ft 071) 2.50 up Neck Chains and Lockets 2,00 up 14k Pearl Brooches, 1.75 up Bracelets, 150 up Collar and Belt Pins, 25e up Solitaire Diamonds - 12.00 to 225:00 Pearl Rings. 4.00 up Signete, 1.25 up Opals and Olusters, 1.25 up Rat Pin's, Umbrellas, Plush Purses, Necklaces - 1.25 up to 20.00 Gentlemen's Watch Ohains, gold filled -- 2.00 to 16.00 Fobfrom 50c up Cuff Links from 25e to 500 Scarf Pins from 40c to 10.00 Tie Olips front 25c to 1.50 Signet Rings ft otti 4.00 to 7.50 Stone set, Rings, 4.00 to 125,00 Military Brushes, Umbrellas Smoking Setts Ladles' and Gents' Gold tind Sliver Umbrellas Ladies' and Gents' Umbrellas with detachable handles, Snit Case Umbrellas from $3.50 tip, which are an improvement on ' the old style Umbrella as they can be used on any detachable top, as 11. 18 a well known fact that the handles are Os good as • • new %Omit the tops are worn out, • • Fancy China + • A large assortntent of Fancy • China, consisting of open stock Haviland hand-paittted and .1white and gold ; fancy pieces in • 13,,t, -bons, OVenla and Sugar ; Setts, Fancy Vases, Cups tuid Saueers. • FERN POTS • • • 4 4. 4. 4. 4. *44 • • Clocks Clocks Mantle Clocks in oak and black finish and imitation nimble, • 6.00 up, ; Giend Father Clocks, 05.00 8.50 up Chime Olocks, 5.00 to 75.00 Kitchen Clocks Gold Clooks, 2.00 and up. Cut Glass \ Vatee Sets, Buy Bowls, Cream and Sugars, Spoon Trays and other fancy pieces. • Brushes and Manicure Pieces • • Sets of Brushes and Manicure Pieces itt fancy cases, for men • and women, at prices of 3.00 • and upwards. Optical Goods We have completed a course ie Optics and are eble to test the Imperfect eyes mei give glasses 1.0 give perfect vision by the wonderful new:way-the Shad- ow '1'est, Try our Fit -17 Mounts, 4.00 up, guaranteed for 20 yews. Or Comfort Cables, 4.00 up, guaranteed for 20 yems. Satisfaction gement teed. Musical Goods Violins. Guitars, Autoharps, Mandolins, Accordions, Mouth Omens. • 0 • 4.• 4. 4.4.• • • • • • • 184/ Roger Bros.' knives and Forks 50 doz. Spoon, 4.00 doz. up Fancy Serving Spoons, Meat Forks, Knives and CCialtitel 50: Forks in Cominimity Silver. 4: • • silver and noisy • TOILET SETS • BRASS OANCLE STICKS Ole per pait and up Call and inapect the class of got ds we haticile. It it not a long way off to the gift -giving day. Now is really the time to make your • Jewelry selection and have the articles laid °AMY until wanted. • W F. re St tton jellr 84 op 'clPlean • Nlarrlage Licenses Issued. Try one. ••••••••••••+.01..•••••••••••+••••••••••••••••+•4440,144•• It is said a goodly share of Limb on the farm recently purchased Mrs. King has been sold to the Iliti vole sawmill owners 1*01. $1400, Tie were allot. it before but Ale. livya dell iIL(1t.1I sell. Jamestown Manch of the SVornen's Institute held there regular monthly meeting on Tlitieschty, Nov. 28111, al the home of lIlis, .1111 111 all:teem Mrs. A. Bryant.; rend an address given by MI'S. Ptirsons, of Foust, at the Annual Convention NI Tot onto, which was much enjoyed, A liew sugges- lions 111 the form of 1114s girls 7081-0 hi might -mid added interest to the NeXt, meel log will be held at the home of the President, Mts. I), AI. '11111(1, 071 latinat y 901.11 1913. MC/did/4mM leitties.- This wee Thomas Smith, 1.,t01.0y 11)0') Ship, his 10 1(7 ('17 1110111 13r,ek vidge jr. kw hie 1 acre 1117 11) 111 1 kV .1,4. line. Aforris, ti inoviug in 0, clone show the ist ( January Mr. Smith wtts ct form resident of 1 lie David Miller farm o the some line (111(1 will consequent! be 71(0010(1back to his 01(1 twighbo 1100a or nearly 80 yeties ago. 5(1110(1 to retitle Alr. Breckenridge l'oviclevl resided -01 the same community to w hich he will bo moving as 1.174' family W11.0 10110(.1.1y 10CAM(1 on the Rea farm en the 2ed con. of Grey. Both (nen will probably be better suited as Mr, Smell found himself with more Maul hail he wantod Marin Mr. BrenIcenvidge was seeking increased acreage. We wish both ef them many peosperous years on their (Inc farms. al e - os (1(1)11 Ethel Several from this locality were at- tending the Winter Fair at Guelph this week. J. K. Brown was at Guelph this week attemling a DailV11011'8 meeting and the Winter Fair, Peactiees for big and little are on the ;migrant hu S1111(1 ay School Christmas Tie% Enteetaininent. The young melee elude will lead the siegitig in the Endeavor service 117 the Presbyterian church next Sun. day evenitig. Last Sunday ENV. Air. Douglas, a idrulent front Toronto preached in the Prembytet hut church and read the decht: at ion es to the vacancy. Rev. Mr. 11117111 will cohdnet the 801•0100 next Sunday. Melvin Slemmon visited 711 Wing ham over (117)1(113)'.He attended 11- meeting of the District Epworth Lettgue Executive Monday forennon o the Ratite town. De is one of the vice Presidents. PINE '1'),t. -Dee Sanders has a Very tidy team. Wednesday they were put tin the settles when the 5 year old mare weighed 1070 0101 the note. a four year old home, sealed 525, a total of 3105. WOMEN'S INsTITUTti -Thursday of text week, at 2.80 o'clock, the regn- or meeting 1)1 1)10 Women's Institute vill he held at the home of Mrs. Archie 'McDonald. Topics- E. San. 0)8, of Ethel, is to address the meet - ng on Institute work also Ides. S. 8, Cole nii the place our Institute may 11 in our lives. Plans for a social evening in January. A Sorer:env'. TSSIONAnY INSTI- OTE.-011 Wednesday afternoon and vetting of hist week a very soccess- ul and peofitable 111 iesionaey Institute 0101 held in the Methodist chnech, Ethel, under Lhe auspices of 7 he Ep- emelt Letigue. The'afterimon session egan at. 2.80 o'clnek with <laved ional xercises, comittcled by Russel Love, liseionaey vice -P1 esidc»t and presid- it over by R, -v. David Wren, the astor. First address was delivered y Robert McKay on "The Bible OS a Vin.id Book." He gave a very p011013- 0) 11)1(1 well pointed address develop. 37(1 five points as yollnws r-(1) 'The ible 118 the world's 13ook of Light ; 2) the w01.1(1s Rook Of Faith ; (5) the • 13nolt of Hope ; (4) the world's ook of Pence altil the world's Book f Love, Mr. McKay lead the LeagF- rs (:0 11 very high plain of thought in he development of his theme and aVed the way fee a very pleasant ticl helpful aftertioon's study. Rev. E. ltioeislionme, or Monkton, Mi- med with an address oti "Inteeces- wy prayer AS it 0001.1d niece." Re ticl special emphasis upon the fact lat God's eedeniption of the world is trough the redreunkt The redeemed e liar endowed with power sufficient 1 meet the tteete assigned. In every fe there are live millets of power 1,- )What toe ; (2) what raw ; ($) hat I do ; (4) Aly money ; (5) My •ayers. The greatest of all is preyer. rnyee goee everywhere, 'Through rayer we navel any -whet e mewed 10 world. The greatest serviee any- te can do for man is to pray. The eople who are ehangiug the world -day (110 1110 people who 1(7 11 taking me to peay. .10110 Pearson followed discussion, laying stress upon any of the splendid thoughts (16. loped by the two previous speakers, ev. J. A. Missett, of Whiteehtwoh, Lye a very, bright and inspiring ea- ses upon erhe Leaguer's Missionary 111ga0on." In opening his address stated that We word obligatioe ight to appeal more strongly to ery Epworth Leaguer than that, of portunity., The world today has 11 06)0 head, and titot is Jesus Obilet rl God wants to 'Ilse us to supply is need. He wants today a service Beart, Read and Hands, for world - de conquest, for the (Theist. A most cellent, paper 00 "Our ditty to the dittn," was given by Melvin Sleet: on. In this paper the speaker trac- tile history of the red man from r earliest seconintance with hint til to arty ; pointing his virtues as 11 45 his Vices; mei in a vely ?twee., manner beotight home to the egueee theie duty to the Indian. se Very Johnston tend a very •efully prepared peper "Our /) 00 THE - METHODIST - CHURCH ie 1f 71 er Admission 15 Cents Popular Lecture TI -IE English, Irish and Scotch -I3Y- REV. C. O. JOHNSON of Hamilton This Lecture is strong, enter- tainiug and grips the tuelletwe from start to 01(180. Thursday, Dec. 12th y -410-er-mr "11"rNir guests from the Ole East," in which the audieuce was again reminded of the greet home problem that daily is becoming MOPS 110110 through the iru- tuense army of strangers corning within our gates. Rev. J. E. Cook, of Bluevale, bitumen. the aftettioon's program to 11, 0108e, With as very elo- tomtit atlases on "The. Leaguer's sinus in world conqaest." The( e was a splen- did audience and all reit, nmell enthus- ed and inspired by the sessioit of the afternoon. In the evening, Robert McKay presided over an audience that nearly tilled the Church. The two 11(1- d7esses by Rev. R. 5. Lackland, on "The 20th centhry challenge to Bp - worth Leaguers." and Rev. A, E. Moorehouse on "Present day Mission- ary Voices," were very helpful and in- structive. spiritual note that was sounded throughout the Institute woe not fall in bringing splendid results to the Bpworth Leaguers of the Dthel circuit. Epworth League at Ethel is a very aggreesi-ve one, and is endenvor- ing to weet the problems conftonting the young people of to -day. FAREWELL BANQUET.- Wednesda evening (11 11181. week the members tuid Mende of the Presbyterian church here assembled in the Township Hall to enjoy a social time with Rev. D. f3. and Mrs. McRae and Miss McRae 111'f 1,1' their depai Wee tO Artnow, the new charge aceeptod by Mr. McRae. A splendid slipper was served in first- class style which was heartily enjoy- ed by ail. Afterward a platform meeting was instituted with Rev. Air. Bell, of Molesworth, in We chair when short (1.13411 0864)5 were given by the chairman, Rev. Me Wren, Metho- dist minister, Relit.. Barr and others expt essive of the high esteem in which Rev. Mr. McRae and family were held and voicing the good wishes of the commueity for 14 happy and successful future. Rev. Mr, McRae was ;assented with a, purse of gold, contenting about $80.00, from the rongiemation, W. Brenner making I he presentation and S. Campbell reading an eulogistic address in which faithfulness to duty, kindliness of manner, unse/fishness in service reti- deeed in all times and places for many long years anti the wish that many happy yews would be the (0( 013 him- self and Ids highly 'esteemed family, The t eply evoked many 0 kindly word or advice and brotherliness and the occasion will not snon be forgotten. Seemed musical selections were rem, deeed by the orchestra and at the close many an eye was dimmed with tears as the thotight, of separation in en short a time as the farewell hand- shake was given. Rev. Mr. and Mrs. McRae leave many old and true friends hem whose interest in them and, their family will long contititte. In the midst of the regrets a ray of brightness centres round Lhe fact theft their place of residence is not very far away so that friendly inter- eollese may still be main tabled, The gift and address were most highly esteet»ed by Mr. McRae and family. Walton An Entertainment will be held in the Methodist church hese New Year's night. Pettit:Mare later. Thursday of last week an interest- ing gathering of the Ladies' Aid Was held at the home of Ides, J. Dundee, A seems of cottage prayer tneetings has been arranged by the Methodist church, the first of which 10145 held Wedeeeday, evening of this week, Keep the Christmas Tree En teetai meet of St. George's church Sabbath 13401n0 01 1116 .4. 0. U. \V, Hall, in nntici, The date is Friday of next week, 20t11 hist, An Adult Bible Class has been or- gabized in connection with the Metho- dist chmeb to meet Sabbath after- noon at 2.80 o'clnalc. The first meet- ing will be next Sunday. At the auction sale last Monday aftetemon the old dowel) belonging to the Presbyterian enegregation was sold by Auctioneer Seott, of Brussels, to George Williamson for the 511111 of $240. The two wood furnaces be- e/line the property of WM. McCall at $20.00,The space occupied by the N% church Wilt likely be utilized for in - mimed horse shed roller. WOzenN'S INterretnal.-The regular meeting of the Walton Women's 'minute will be held in Ole Work- Inell'S Hall on Wednesday next, December 1810, at ,45 p nt. Mus- sels Institute intend giving a mann visit and will Ripply the program. Annum ntime and things they will have to give 1011) 00 the 'sport of the Anonal Convention held in Toeo»to last month, Leitch will be servecl tt,t 0 the close of the meeting. A. good 0 meeting is expected. 0311/0014 OP/Minn.-Dedicatory see - vices will be held in connection Witil the new Preebyteelan 01) (1(10 here on Sabbath, 22nd hist. Rev. Dr, R. P, al cKit y, ex-Moder/Gov cd the Deno(11 Assembly, will 111111? 1) at 10,30 a. M., 8 and 7 p, nl. lie is well wolth hear- Dhoice music will be rendered. Special offering for the Building Fund will be taken. Monday evening 23rd inst., a Fowl Supper will beet ved from 5 to 9 p, 111,, followed by a spleit• did program. In musical selections the chow will be assisted by Mts. MeGnil 0, of Seaforth ; Miss \VlItt, of 011)0011 ; Me. and itirs. Pee, IN, Lon - dell ; H. Gilroy, Itrit.s. 04, and ahem, Elocutinme emu hers by Misses Lidu Edmunds, Ada Gtedi ner and Lily Harrison. Shotaddresses les expected from forme' 'minors and visiting elergytnett. Accommodation for 1300 1100172)3 10 shed and stable room. On Suaday, Dec. 2010, Rev. Dr. Gan- t119e, the well known Principal of Knox college, 'Powell:a, will occupy the pulpit at the three services. Special music and an offering will also be features. The woeltinett are busy eompleting the work on, the new church so that everything may be in shape for these specially interesting occasious. Grey Municipal Nuattination day Mon- day, 80th inst. Statutory Council meeting next ItIonday 141. 13)1101. Council will meet on Monday 1610 inst, as per Statute. Mrs. Wtn. Flogg, of Toronto, was renewing old acquaintances in this locality. Miss Cunningham, of Rolland, is a visitoe with her cousin, Mts. James PetgsB.11 °n. Sirs. obert Pearson spent a few days with her daughter., Mrs. Vipond, of lsob Donegal. AisDenman was absent from High School last week owing to a sevets cold. Miss Anna Schmidt, of Tavistock, is the guest of Misses Mame and Katie Dentuen. Grey has a number of wide awake representatives at the Winter Fair at Guelph this week. Charles Love is home from the West for the Winter. He 100 return for the Spring week. A, good auction sale was held at L. Addly's, 14th con., last week. The form was not sold however. Miss Kate McDonald, 410 eon., who has been ill with tonsilitis, is improv- ing nicely we are pleased to state. The Sabbath School Entertainment t Union church will be held on the 19111 inst,, instead of the 26th as am- nouneed, Mrs. Marsden Smith and Miss Martha, 7th can., have gone to Tor- onto Inc)) holiday visit with relatives anlobliclmef.riends. We wish them a (10(1(1 Somebody helped themselves to Frank 13alfour's turkeys one night taking 14 which were ready for mar- ket. The thief deserved to get it whets the trukeys dic1-111 the neck, 1115 stated that Rector McQuarrie and family will remove to Brussels and take a little leisure from active farm operations. Mr. Meguarrie has been a resident of the 4th con. for a gond many years. W. L. McQuarrie is here from Prince ,Albert on a 1719it to the perm]. tal home and is heartily welcomed by many old friends. Mac. has not been idle in the West for fortune has beamed upon him so it is said. The country has agreed with him. in a letter from Duncan A. Mc- MeDonald, from Dysart, Sask., he says he was at a box social out there and $3 was paid for cheapest, and $11 for highest box. Girls must be scarce mit theee. Will we send a few of the Grey young ladies out Duncan 13 Next Sunday, I5t0 Luke Speiran, 1401 con., will attain to his 70th birthday. Many old friends will join in the wish that the years W come may be crowded with happiness. Mr. Spelran enjoys good health and is able to get, about nearly as lively as' he ever did. FALSE REFORT.--It has been cir- culated that I sent milk 013 (10 inferior quality to the Molesworth cheese factory during the past Summer. This TS WI brae as the following state- ment ttf the cheese maker shows. /No. Iterates. This is to certify that the milk sent, to the Molesworth cheese factory foe the season of 1912 by :No. A. Bryaes was a good quality of milk. YOUNG, cheeemaker, Molesworth Dec. 41032. alavattsOrnar..,- The commodious home of Mrs, Jno. G. Smith, "Maple Grove Farin," 8th con., was the scelie of a lame and joyous gathering Wed- nesday afternoon of last week when her eldest daughter, Miss Rachel F,, was united in marriage to Fraucis 13, Duncan a well known young farmer of the 4th line of Morris tewnship. Geis - ninny was pet foemed by Rev. 1), 18. Cattieroe, of Brussels, the bride being given away by her brother Joe, The Wedding March was played by Miss Lama Caeclitt Miss Maybelle Rands of Seaforth, dressed in °venni silk, performed her part as ring bearer very prettily. Bride wore a very becotn. lig gown of white marquisette over etite silk and carried a boqiiet of 1.080$ and ferns. After emigrate- OeS the eompany sat, down to well spread tables. Groom'e gift to the bride was a fine fee lined coat, e. gold bar pin to the pianist and a, pearl rieg to We ring bearee. Wedding peesen tat Were choice, useful and butneroes chiding fernitore, eilver, 1111611) ehequee, etc, ,After OM enjoyable eveeina was spent the guests depart- ed Wishing 130, Duncah and bride many lien yeaes, The Weddle ni1)I& trio tem to Termite an titer pointe and OR their return will alae op housekeeping on the groom'e To My Friends To my friende and others I wish to say that rumors and etatements about, tot? Intsband, George Whitfield, are not true. I may havernatlestateroeute In my delicate condition of health which 1 now retract. I wish a kind public and my husband to forgive and 101 (111)) the past. (Signed) Mao, GEO, WHITFIELD. tine farm itt Morris under most fever - able auspices. Bride's travelling suit teas navy blue seege, Among the outside guests were Thos. and Mrs. Ramis, Miss Maybelle and Miss Grace Walker of Seaforth, and Nesbitt and. Mts. Hamilton. of Atwood. DEATH as' klaatas Baxerstale-A.fter suffering for over a year front tuber- culosis, Henry Bateman passed away at WS home on Cooper street, Hespe- ler, early Wednesday morning, Nov. 28th, aged 49 years. Deceased was born in Grey toweship, Huron Co. and had been a resident of Waterloo Tp., for about six years, disposing of his farm and removing to tiespeler a of the Salvation Army and the funeral year ago. He was an earnest, member services at the howe were conducted by Capt. Banners, the remains being taken to Brussels for interment, The fuueral cortege to Hespeler G. T. R. depot. W118 beaded by the Army Band and many friends were present to do the last honors. Mr, Bateman was married twice. His first wife was Miss Elizabeth Leader, who died about 12 years, leaving one son Herbert. 10 years ago deceased was united in marriage to Miss Lillian Het men, of Clinton, who survives with three sntall children. Pall bearers at Brus- sels were the following old neighbors and friends '.-Jesse Wilbee, P. A. McArthur, Win. Hall, Robb. McKay, Jno. King and Henry Atwood. M. Batetuatesfathee, two sisters and two brothers survive. subject of this notice 10148 )111 honest industrious man. who endeavored to aid every good cause and Mrs. Bateman and family will have the sympathy of many old friends of the deceased. PRESENTATIONS TO REV. W. J. Na MRS. WEST BlUeyale and Eadioe Sorry to' Bay Good -Bye Rev. W. 3'. West, AL A., Mrs. West and family left on Monday for Port Petry, where Mr. West has been called to a new charge. 011 Friday, Dec. 6th, a farewell reception was held 111 Knox church. A large- nun - bee spent a social evening which was only marred by the sadness which parting brings. Robt, Black filled the chair in a happy manner, Two peesentatiuns were tnade to Mr. West, a purse of gold from Bluevale congrega- tion and one from the congregation of Mulles church, while the women of MGM church presented Mrs, West; with a handsome gift of silver cutlery. Speeches were made by Peter Mc- Dougall aud Mr. Scott, representing Mulles church aud by Wm. Maxwell, Robt. Shaw, R. N. Duff, W. H. Fraser 147(0 .4. MacEwen. expressing in warm terms, the high opinion in which Mr. and Mrs. West were held for their many good qualities and the regret felt at their departure, The recipients made appropriate replies telling of the happy associations formed with the people of the two congregations and their repel; at sepaeation. Refreslitueuts were served. The evening's program included music by the choir and Ladies' Aid. Following were the addresses t• TOREN-. W. J. WEST, M. A. S111. -On the occasion of your resignation from the pastorate of Knox church, we, the members aud adherents of the congregation, have met to say farewell aud express our kindly regard for you and ales. West. We have natural feelings of attach- ment to one IvIto began his ministry atnonget us and has been our pastor for over 15 years. During these years you have joined in the sacred joys and sorrows ot every family and III times of trouble es well as of rejoicing your paet was never a mere formal one but one of veal help and self -forgetfulness. Your influence on the lives of the peo- ple cannot be measured but what you beve dove for the church is attested by the large increase in its member- ship, the widening of its activities and the more 'general part taken by the people in ite life and wet k. Its ma- terial progress is shown by the new church edifice and improvetnents to church property, to which you gave the labor of your hands, as well as your judgment and enthusiasm. In your telation with the young people of the congregation you won their loyalty by your ever ready sympathy with their ideas an13. vine guidance wasalways softened by patieuce and pleasautness. While you went out- side the sphere of your own work in aiding those in searth of self improve meet yew: gettiality and interest in the every day lives of your people won their friendship. The hospitality of youe home, enriched by the kind. hese of yourself and Mrs. West, was generously extended to all. As a tam gible expression of our regard for you and Mts. West, we beg you to aoeept tide purse of gold. Von take with you to your new field of labor the good -will of of people hies who wish you happiness and peaee and that spirituel reward that is bee tew ed otrell 0111 %time seevine. 011 behalf of the eengregatioe of Knox 011111'011. J. titittoese, Seere 111V W. H. KERR, Proptietor To Mao. Wgso, Dnart Mao. wrzsT.-At this time of paeting, we your women friende and fellow workers of Knox church, feel that we 701771(11 8117 goad -bye Witboet trying to express by more than wore% the regard we feel for you personally and a sense of how we value yotzr faithful co-operation for many years in the women's weak of the church. We therefore beg you to accept this gift of cutlery. In the work of your husband you are a true helpmate. Yon freely offered the hospitality of your home both for the .pleasure of your friends and the projects of the church and both inside and outside the church you took a leading p148') 171 furthering the higher 111 terests of life. It ean truly be said, you leave no- body behind who is not your friend. That the future Yeats of yourself and children may be crowned with bless- ings andguided by Divine favor in waj ys ofjoy and peace is the wish of the women of Knox church. Signed on behalf of the women of Knox church. Mae, War. IllaxwEnt.., £3Iias MARY COLLIE. REV. W. 3. WEST, DEAR SIR AND BROTHER. -it is with feelings of sincere regret that the congregatinu at Eadies face the situation which now awaits us of parting with our beloved pastor. For over 15 years you have ministered to us and we aisure you that, your minis- trations have been appreciated and helpful. Your expositions of the 'Word will 11117 80011 be forgotten. In your pastoral work you have been diligent and faithful and the families of this congregation have been helped by your presence and kind sympathe- tic words. The young people of the cougregation found in you a true friend and willing worker and we trust the years to come Iva! reveal still more of the resblis of the seed Bo faithfully sown. We ask you to ac- cept this purse of gold, knowing that you will look beyond its nominal value to the living spirit which prompts this memento of our esteem. Vile trust (hat in the larger sphere to which you are removing you will find a congenial field of labor and that with the Divine blessing your labors there will be abundantly successfully, We also remember that in Mrs. West you have had a true fellow worker and we trust that your entire family may constantly live under the care and smile of Him for whom no labor is vain and whose reward is sure. Signed on behalf of the Bathes' con- gregation, PETER MCDOUGALL, • Lanes Score, On Sunday mottling and evening Rev. Mr. West preached his farewell sermons and the church was crowded at both services to hear his parting words. Mr. West 01 a manner touch- ing to all, referred to the experiences, and events of his pastorate ; to the children be bad started in the way of life; the marriages he had solemnized, 109 11481 hours of earthly existence he had consoled and to the bonds of affec- tion that had been formed in this way through a relationship almost as in- timate as that of a family. At the close of the services all re. maimed to give the departing pastor and his good wife a farewell greeting and wish them future success and happiness. Wroxeter Mrs. T. Knight, of Goderich, is the guest of her tnother, Mrs. Wilson. Miss Edwards, of Fordwich, was the guest of Miss Kate Kazlewood recent- ly. Colin McNaughton, of Turnberry, has tette» a position in the Royal Bank. S. Jackson, of Toronto, spent part of last week with his son, Dr, G. P. Jackson. Fred. and Mrs. Davey entertained a number of -their friends last Friday evening. James and Mrs. Harris, of Asquith, Sask., are visiting with relativein this vicinity. The M. M. M. Olub have made ar- rangements to give an Entertainment the latter part of Januaey. The Sunshine Club of the Wroxeter Methodist chtusch will have a Christ- mas Tree on Monday, Dec. 23rd in the Town Hall. Thos. and Mts. Appleby, of Glen - femme, former residents of the vil- lage, celebrated their diamond wed- ding last Friday. Several friends from here were in attendance. Morris Statutory Council meeting nod Monday. Miss Spoil*, 4th line, has been visit- ing her titter, Mrs; 0. J. Denhobn, of Blyth. Thos. Garniss, au old resident, of the 8rd line, is spending part of the Winter in Wingham. Loeal Option canape..4n goes quietly on but 1115 interest, it Increitstng as the date of pulling draws nearer. Jame s Bowman, M. P. for East Huron, took Lb run home from Ottawa for Sundry, returning on Monday. Henry Mooney and daughters, Misses Clara and Minnie, of Weyburn, Sask., I'm inerly of this township, purpose spending the Winter in California., We wish them aT1 enjoy. able time,' 'Henry and Mrs. Bone, Ard line, spent a few days at. the Inane of 3. Ei'b, of Teeswatee l000li1y, las t week. Mrs. Erb wee formerly Miss Martha I. ingrain, of Morris township, and is a niece to MM. Bone. Rumor has it, that Cooncillor 11318. ton may nepils to the Beeveship of Morris. The name of ek-Oottnclikw Oempbell is also mentioned, In all probability the present Occupant of the elude, Reeve ShOrtreeti, will limit 10 let tem,