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The Huron Expositor, 1879-10-10, Page 22 THE HURON EXPOSITOR. TIM GT IRESON. Colonel Montgomery was a tall, handsome wealthy man, charitahle, oc- casionally eccentric in his acts of generoisity. It might have been well said, of him, "his failings leaned to virtue's side," His residence was a magnificent mansion, superbly furnish- ed with extensive gardens and pleasure - grounds. A sloping lawn in front, at the foot of which was a large fish pond, and hundreds of acres of a hilly, pic- turesque Park in the distanoe, in whiqih were finely gravelled winding avenue The residence was about two mils from the town of M----. The rod was old fashioned and hilly—crooke old hedge -row ash trees at either side, - in some places forming a sort of bower, and in view of hardness and drainage, thedykes were all on the road sides. One evening while the Colonel was sitting in his gig, about half a mile from town on his return home, he saw a man in the field on the other side of the hedge, making several attempts to 'get on his back a bag of potatoes which he was after digging. Failing in his at- tempts, he tmuttered, groaned, and eursed Adam for being the cause of all his hardship. The Colonel alighted, fastened his horse to the gate post, as- sisted the man to put the bag of po- tatoes on his back and into the boot of the gig. "What is your name?" said the Colonel. " Tim Gleeson, yer hon- or," replied Tim, "a name that never disgraced any man. I live in Back street, next door to Peter McCabe, and have &little con acre in this field." "Why aid you curse Adam ?", said the Col- t onel. "Is it any wondher I'd. curse sir, for having, by his disobedi- ence, brought on me all the hardships and misery I have to endure in this c world? He was no man, sir, for giv- i d ing in to his wife, and then to lay the s blame on her. Long life to your honor o for yer timely assistance." ' Woli, Tim," said the Colonel, "1. am sorry for you, and as we are fellow travellers to the grave where Nye all shall son be, and where rich and • poor are driven to wrong acts by the brain not working rightly in most cases ire consequence of outraging or neglecting the stomach. Some, wli,o would be ex- cellent, intelligent people, have painful atragglings against a eiaving appetite for strong liquors, Which:- give very pleasing momentary relief from depres- sion, but in many instances lead their victims to undeieribable suffering, call- ing for pity, sympathy, and alleviation, instead of censure and scorn, who -cen- sures and fails to relieve in such cases, assists the enemy, who has his foot on the necks of such victims, and is on the track of the censurer, who will soon fol- low the victims to the grave." Who forgives and alleviates comes within the _meaning of the promise, "That we may be the children of your father who sends his rain on the just as well as the unjust.: No one should blame another until he is well acquaint- ed with both sides of the case as well as the surrounding circumstances. What sort of potatoes have you,Tim? "Well, yer honoi," replied ,Tim, " 1 had one ridge of early ones called COrk reds and yellow legs, but they are all eaten. I am now using two ridges of Browns, Paddy's and Farmers, and I am keeping three ridges of cups for winter and spring. But yer honor has a wonderful store of larnin'. I would like to hear a little more from you it's so encouraging." "Most willingly, Tim," replied the Colonel, "but there is not much time, we shall soon be at my gate." 'The Robinsons were a nice family; the father was a port of elder or deacon in he church, the mother and three grown up daughters good church members, well respected and of a good old stock. The Muldoons had been very low, oarse, vulgar—mother and two big or- inary daughters, they lived in a back treet and sold milk. Old Muldoon had n.e idea, and that was to accumulate I money at almost any sacrifice. He I was fortunate in two or three specula- tions, made money fast in tavern -keep- ing, and retired to an elegant house ext door to the Browns'. The big &lighters had gold watches, chains, racelets, &c., and a variety of costly resses, sealskin jackets and other ele- • t furs, they called on the Browns, left their cards, dtc., but all their ingenuity ; could not get the Browns to recipro- cate, because they, the Maldoous, were vulgar upstarts, and so annoying was their dress, house and the -respectable eople who used to be seen calling on horn and at their parties, that the rowns contemplated selling out and °moving, it was so unbearable to have eople.so far beneath. them socially and ntellectually so near them, that they ould have been greatly relieved if the uldoons would have become bankrupt lid get back to their milk selling Now 11 are equal, I will try to relieve you. d Junap up in the gig. I have something b for you at Belvidere House that will be ' d better for you than digging potatoes, g carrying them on your back to town, and working for a shilling a day. On our arrival at my house I will send a servant to your house to say that you are all right. What family have you 7" "The sorra one but my poor ould wo- p an replied Tim. t" Now, Tim, I will give you some of B my reasons for saying you were wrong r in blaming Adam. It is admitted that p live, the first of God's creation, was an i exseedingly beautiful woman, with win- w ning conversation, and was, dearly be- r M loved by Adam, and considering the ef- feet eating the fruit had on her, we may 1 lim, you will see that the Browns ere guilty of something bordering nvy. They should, as pious Chris- ans, have been content and thankful ✓ health, as they brought nothing to this world and can carry nothing ut. What right had they to be all- oyed at the Muldoons any more than t the O'Fogarty's, of Cork? We must collect that the heaven of pious ristians would be the reverse Of hap- ness to those whose lives have been evoted to growling, passing sinful easures of life, and vice versa, but ere we are at the gate." • When they drove to the farm yard, e Colonel gave directions to have the g of potatoes sent to Tim's, and that should get a good dinner. When m got his dinner, for i which he ex- t 3' Not much yer honor," replied Tim. 1 have the Hibernian Tales, the life t fairly conclude that few men would w have resisted his tenaptation. Had ,e Adarcg obeyed God, we doubtless would ti have been happy, as we would, not fo have known poverty or affliction, but in we would not have been so happy as o those who are relieved from distress and n suffering, and. with God's image restor- a ed, sing the song of the Redeemer for re ever. St. Paul says, "For our light af- eh fliction, which is but for a moment, pi worketh for ns a far more and. exceed- d ing and eternal weight of glory." 'And pl again, For I reckon that the suffer- 1.1 ings of this life are not worthy to be corapaied with the glory th that shall be revealed to us.' We ba .get an earnest of eternal happiness by he submission to God's law, and accepting Ti and trustin.g Christ as our Redeenaer. pr St. John says, 'If we receive Christ we at become sons of God. who treats w us as a loving father treats in his dear children.' Jesus, who is fo the fountain of all happiness, says. th Blessed are they that mourn, fpr they Ti shall be comforted." Wealth is no cri- bo terion of happiness. In most instances co it brings anxious cares and perplexi- ties, and setting the affections on the Co ed like one who had a bewildered no - i on of the future. She gained confi- dence, however, by the encouraging words of the female servants, whobad her divested of her dowdy drapery, and so fashionably attired that Tim stared in amazement when the 'delonel intro- duced her to him. • The :Colonel there repeated what he had t�1 Tith about their future,, adding that for amuse- ment they might bth assist the garden- er, and he would hiVe changes of ap- 'pare' given them for that purpose, and to make themselves perfectly at home. '" The only condition is that when the butler inrings your meals, he will place a silver coverdish on the table, the cover of which yOu are not under any consideration to remove." They made the most solemn promises that they would never touch the dish, and thought what idiots they„would be to risk the posseision of such a Paradise by the disobedience of such a simple request, and were profuse in their expressions of confidenceiu them- selves and gratitude to the Coatinel, who after a few more words of kindness said "Good bye Tim and Betty, remember the dish." "Never fear, sir," replied. Tim. As soon as he was gone, Tim laugh- ed immoderately, and clasping his wife in his arms, he said," Well, Betty, my darlin' you treasure of my heart, I thatiglA the sight would leave my eyes when I 'saw you coming in with the colonel. I never thought you were such an elegant woman, I declare you are a perfect lady." "And you, Tim, my jewel of a husband, _ I'm delighted to see yea again; I declare to ray sins, you're a rale gintleman, wasn't et the happy day that we first met, Ooh, Tian asthore, isn't this the heavenly place; I wonder if heaven is any bet- ther than this?" I feel as if I was en- chanted, the priest himself hasn't a 1.)etther coat, trousers, and waistcoat than you have on, and your boots shinin' like a kitten's eye under as bed and that beautiful ruffled shirt, they do up things in grand style here; may the Lord love them for their goodness to us, how do I look in this nice poplin dress, this nicerock-spun shawl, this love of a bonnet ?" "Like a Queen," re- plied. Tim, "in that beautiful Limerick lace cap and ribbons; that cambric col- lar and cuffs as white as the dhriven snow; that illegant Tabinet gown, and lute sthring apron; that damask dim- mity petticoat with Brussels lace edg- ing; tibbet, shawl; and cordavan shoes, you would grace a citizen's balrgiven in honor to a princess, and take shine out of the upstart, dressed up sprisswans that go iu debt for their fixins, andhave hard_ work to keep body and sow' to- gether, while their husbands and brothers are fretting and. compounding at ten shillins in the poun'." "You made a mistake," said Betty, "my shoes are not cordavan, the're Spanish leather," thus he and she continued in- terrupting each other until the servants brought in a sumptuous dinner. In a few weeks Tim and Betty became fam- iliarised with their exalted position, the only thing that t9fled to mar their en- joyment was their curiosity to know what was in the silver cover dish which was placed on the table at their meals. One night, while in bed, Tim said, "Betty, asthore, Imo- not mesilf at all; Rae oneasy every day or fraid I'd spoil my clothes, or, say or do something wrong, and maybe if the Colonel would die soon we might be kicked out." "Whist, ye ,goineral," re- plied Betty, "it's time enough to bid he divil good -morrow when ye meet im."—" Well, Betty, I wos thiukin # ve had about five acres of cheap land, ou and I could manage it well, if the oof of our cabin was -newly thatched, nd if we had a new dhresser and bed- tead, a pair of blankets, a ,table and wo chairs, an ass and bardhogues is all e'd want to keep us with Wieland, and ou could attend to a little cow and eep a cow and some pigs and some owls; and we could live as happy as an rish King or Queen." Betty admitted hat Tim was not far astray, and after a - ttle more talk on the subject, andwon- erina what could be in the dish they 11 asleep. One day after dinner, and Betty had boasted of the beef, the . elegant pud- ding; ,and the beautiful tay, that she said 'would take a fine grip of the second water, their curiosity had risen to a high. pitch, they stopped to gaze at the dish, Betty rose and handled, and mi- nutely examined it all around. At tea they talked about, stopped and gazed at it, and fancying all sorts of things t� be in it, they both got up and handled it all over, and only for Tim, Betty would have had the cover off. Next morning, at breakfast, after having talked of it the greater part of the night, they stood up and came to- the conclusion that it would be no harm to take a peep into it, so after looking all around to be sure that no one was peeping, they stepped softly to the doors, locked them, stuffed the keyholes and ventured cautiously to work. "Will you ?" said Betty," No, do you l' whis- red Tim, then, slowly and gently, while Tim gazed with breathless atten- tion, she raised the cover a little, let it down again, and drew a long breath, "Ah, Betty 'Mavourneen," whispered. Tim, "1 think you had better let it alone." "Keep still." " Listen ? did you hear the the sounds."_ "As Imo a sinner," said Betty; " its a pianna, and alady singinn, do you near the words. Listen!" ' '• Ana 1 knew that the angels Were Whispering to me." '• Och, Betty, aheska, come away m that dish, remember the conjunc- ns of the colonel." So they let it alone til after dinner. "Thank God and the Colonel for that excellent dinner. What in the name of wonder can be in that dish ?"said Betty. "Maybe its a Bumbee," replied Tim, "I'll bet its a rat, I smelled. a rat beside it a while' ago." said Betty, "go long you old cat,'" said Tim, "it was the green cheese you smelled." "Here goes to take a peep," said Betty, and noiseless the pair went on tip -toe to the dish. "Wil you Tim T" "The sorra a han I'll lay on it, said Pat. " Och, Betty, a cushla let it alone." "Keep still as a mouse, you poor chicken -head gomeral," replied .Betty, as she raised the cover again. and while Tim was stooping to take a peep, lo! and behold! to their surprise, out started a mouse which scampered away into a little hole before they could say Jack Robinson; after gazing at each other in silent con1 ternation for a few, seconds they sat i a moody posture be- . tween hope and d spair, until the ser-, vants took away the breakfast things. I In about ten minutes in came the 1 colonel, accompanied by four big por- essed heartfelt thanks, a valet an tendants had him well sha,ved an ashed, his hair cut and his old flutte g garments replaced by a warm, corn 'table suit of clothes. The Colon en brought him into the library m was astonished at the shelves o oks, and wondered that any ma uld find time to read them all. "Do you read much, Tim ?" said th lonel.• fleeting things of earth, as in the case of the rich man and his barns. The beg- I gar died and was carried by angels to Abraham's bosom. This life is only a nursery, from which we are soon trans- planted to an everlasting life. All litinabs considered, there is little differ- encebetween the rich and poor, as both are subject to the natural ills of life. The rich, after being tortured by jeal- ousies and many things the poorare strangers t�, while the poor have real enjoyments, by plain food, exercise, goothappetites and refreshing sleep, a.ud many other family comforts, the rich are strangers to. Nevertheless, riches are a great blessing when properly used. On the whole, it matters little whether: we rich or poor in this world if we have the spirit of Christ, and attain to everlasting joy. By Adam's disobe- dience, all mankind. are earthly, sen- sual, and devilish by nature. Jesus says out of the heart proceed evil thoughts ancl many sins. St. Paul says, we are dead in trespasses and sins un- til quickened by the spirit of God, which is obtained by earnest applica- tion. Whosoever will, may take, of the water of life freely." The peace of God fills and rules the heart. Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard; neither have entered into the heart of man to con- ceive what God hath prepared for them that love him. But God hath revealed them unto us by his spirit. And now, Tim, you, inight be as happy as a, lord in your cabin, with the love of God in your heart, which you may have for simply asking Jests for. Forsake every sin, ask him as if you ask your greatest friend on earth for something you are raost in need of, and you will obtain it. Grace to conquer sin, to realize his pres- ence at all times and places, to give you his spirit to witness with yours that ou are his ehild." God help the world," said Tim, "1 think there must be very few enjoying the blessings you describe." There never were so many," replied ib.e Colonel, "and if they don't it is their own fault.- Some well -Meaning people condemn where they should pity, retaliate where they shOuld for- give, get estranged from their best friends for real or imaginary offence, which might be adjusted by a little friendly interposition, which offence, or slight sinks into utter insignificance when painful anguish l some dreadful catastrophe and death ends all negotia- tions and. reconciliations. Some people under strong provocation, will give ut- terance to expressions which they would gladly withdraw or apologize, for if aPproached in a proper spirit. Oth- ers,`by irritable tempers, caused by dis- orcled systems, say and do .many things that no consideration could induce them to do while in good health, and many and adventures of Redmond O'Hanlon, li and Robinson Crusoe." "You shall have free access to this fe library, said the Colonel, so saying he took down a book and read a few extracts on contentment, gratitude, pa- tience, &c. He then conducted him through every room in the house, point- ing out everything -worthy of notice, and lastly into a well furnished suite of apartments, comprising dining -room. sitting -room, bed -room, &c., and througn a glass door on a verandah, and to a beatiful garden and pleasure grounds. " Now, Tim," said the Col- onel," the four rooms we last passed through, are for your sole use, make yourself easy, and I will see you in a day or two. Good-bye for the present." Tun slept well that night, [-laid after a sumptuous breakfast next morning, took a waAk in the gardeu and grounds, ad- mired the extensive pond, trees, fruits and flowers, furniture, library, orna- ments, and especially the elegant bed- room in which he slept. In two days he was visited by the Colonel, to whom Pe Tim expressed his gratitude in feeling terms for the unmerited friendship of his benefactor. "May the Lord of Heaven mark yer honor with grace, and bring' yer sowl safe to glory. You are the best gintleman on the face of the earth." "1 am aware of your gratitude, Tim," said the Colonel, ".feeling for your helpless condition and poverty,. and with a view of making you happy dur- ing your life, I have given you these apartments and furniture and servants to attend. you. Don't imagine yourself f?'1:3 under any restraint, nor be timid in tio asking for anything, as everything you un can wish for is at your disposal. If you feel inclined to ride or drive, the groom or coachman will attend. It will be a pleasure to me to gratify you in everything. Put away every vestige of bashfulness, you never put your foot in a house you are so welceme in as this." "0 sir," said Tim, " if poor Betty only knew of your wonderful friend- ship to me it would doiher heart good." Who is Betty ?" said the Colonel. “ She'c my darlin' wife," replied Tim, "and as good a sowl as ever broke the world's bread. The sorra a cross look ever passed betune us, barren feW times when she growled at me for takin a dhiop too much, but Ismail blame t� the crathur for that, as it was my own fault, 1 confess, sir, after all you have said and done. God reward ye. A paradiSe would be gloomy to me with- out her company." "T shall send for her immediately," said the Colonel. "Good-bye." When Betty arrived at Belvidere House, she was very bashful, and look- EXHIBITI N —OF— FALL AND WINTER GOODS —AT— WM. HILL & CO.'S ON SATURDAY NEXT, SEPT. 20, Our Stock will be complete in every Depttrtment with first-class goods, which we are determined, to sell at prices that will compare favorably with any house in the County. IN THE. CLOTHING DEPARTMENT We have made special effort to secure the Best and Latest Styles in French .and English Worsteds, Scotch, English, and Canadian Tweeds, French and English Overcoatings • iin Worsteds, Beavers, Naps, &c. Competitors Admit We Sell Cheap Clothing. IN THE DRESS GOODS DEPARTM'T DUNCAN &. DUNCAN, SEAFORTH. FALL IMPORTATIONS COMPLETE AND ATTRACTIVE. SPECIAL LINES IN EVERY DEPARTMENT. DRESS GOODS—Five Hundred Pieces Fancy Dress Goods in Sateens, Serges, Debeiges, Suitings, Tartan Plaids, Brocades, 'Persian Cords, Colored Cashmeres, Black and Colored Lustres, Black Cashmeres, Par- amattas, Merinoes and Cobourgs ; Four Hundred Pieces Plain Twill and Fancy Winceys. SILKSon—sBkila:aanktleansdilkCovl eflevae t.Silk in all the best makes, at old prices. Ly - STAPLE GOODS—Plaiu and Fancy Mourning Prints; All Wool, U and. Cotton Shirtings ; Plain, Twill and Fancy Ducks •, Tickings, C ittei• Flannels and Brown Hollands ; Table Linens in Turkey Red, Blea' hod. and Loom ; Napkins, Towels, and. Towelling; Blankets in Canadian White and Grey, and English. 11 CANADIAN AND IMPORTED TWEEDS—We have now in Stock Three Hundred Pieces, embracing all the Best Goods made in this Country; Heavy All Wool Tweed for 50 cents. We have the best assortment of Scotch Tweeds ever shown here. • WOOLENS —Broadcloths, English and French Worsteds, Trowsering, Fancy Ulstering, Naps, Beavers, Meltons and Diagonals,. SHAWLS AND MANTLES—Full range of Mantles in all the new- est English and French Styles. Mantle Cloth in Camel's Hair, Ulsters, Waterproof and Twill. Shawls—Fancy Wool Wraps, Black and Color- ed, Wool Long Shawls, Tartan and Small Shawls. (), -HOSIERY AND GLOVES—Men's Fine ScOtch Wool and Canadian Underclothing, Ladies' Fine Merino Vests, all styles and prices in Ladies' Men's, and Misses' Hose. Gloves—Men's in'Cloth, Buck, Cape Lined, Ld, and Fur Top, (with springs). Ladies' Cloth, Lisle and Kid with one, two and four buttons. Corsets:in all the well-known makes of English and Canadian, from 3Q cents to $2. • MILLINERY DEPARTMENT—W9 have bought and imported one of the Largest Stocks of Millinery ever shown in this County, con- sisting of all the Latest Novelties in French, English, and American Millinery. MILLINERY OPENING DAY—Our Millinery`Opening Day will be SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th, when we will Show a Complete Assortment in every line. Special Value in Silks and Velvets, Hats, Flowers and Feathers. Also a Magnificent Assortment of Trim - ed Goods. An Experienced. Milliner in charge. A FULL STOCKL---A Full Stock of all and Fresh GROCERIES. We have been fortunate in securing some wonderful bargains in Serges, Costume Cloths, Satin Cloths, Lustrines, Debeigs, Shetland Dress Goods, &c. • Winceys 'in Plain COlors and Plaids From Five cents up. OUR STAPLE DEPARTMENT Is well assorted with Cotton Goods of every description purchased by us in the New York and Canadian Markets at Cash Prices. Please Examine Our Good 4 and Compare with other Houses. MILLINERY DEPARTMENT. Having secured the services of a first- class Milliner, from Toronto, we are prepared to ehow our customers, and the public generally, a beautiful assort- ment of Hats and Bonnets, French, English, and American Styles at our usual moderate charges. Special Bargains in Shawls and Mantles. OUR GENTS FURNISHING DEPARTM'T Will be found well assorted with new and fashionable Ties, Scarfs, Silk Squares, Bandanas, Wool and Cotton Shirts, Cuffs, Collars, Braces, &c. A DESPERATE CHEAP LINE IN Shirts and Drawers. An Immense Stock of Hosiery and 6!lov0 Cheap.' FRESH GROCERIES Always Coming in. We sell the cheap- est Teas, & Sugar i in Town. Wm. HILL & Co. sorts of BOOTS and. SHOES, ID-0-1\TCA.N & DICTI\TOA_LT's, MAIN STREET, SEAFORTH. "THE CENTRAL GROCERY," CARDNO'S BLOCK, SEAFORTH. EXTRA VALUE IN RAW AND REFINED SUGAR TEAS in Black, Green and Japan. Prices LOW to Suit the Times. COFFEES --FRESH GROUND AND PURE. KAOKA. KAOKA. KAOSA. FAMILY GROCERIES, A VERY FULL STOCK. Quality and Price are Right. Flour, Feed and Provisions Always in Stock. o PAD 0 IC .1=2.-52- 1D G -IA S SW.A_R Full Lines in all the Departments. Tea Sets in abundance. Tea and Dinner Sets, Toilet Sets. Glassware, any quantity. We hold one of the best stocks in Western Ontario. Call and be convinced. The Goods speak for themselves. ALL GOODS DELIVERED FREE OF CHARGE. LAIDL, W & FAIRLEY SEAFORTH. TIE SPOI,TI MUSICAL INSTRUMENT EMPORIUM. SCOTT BROTHERS, PROPRIETORS. M E IR, 2 0 1\1-. P. .A_ 1\1- 0 We are pleased to be able to give the following Testimonial, from one of the Greatest Musicians of the age: ST. JAMES HOTEL, BOSTON, November 23, 1878. MR. WILLIAM MOORE, Proprietor Emerson Piano Co. DEA.R SIR : It gives me great pleasure to recommend, above all others. the Emerson Piano. FANNY KELLOGG-. We have been appointed Wholesale Agents for Ontario, and ,can supply these Instruments at manufacturers' prices. ORGANS W. Bell Ss Co.'s and other Beautiful Parlor Organs Always in Stock. Instruments sold on time, or on the instalment system. Any other makes of Pianos or Organs supplied on the shortest notice. Piano -Tuning and Repairing promptly attended to. SCOTT BROTHERS, Main Street, Seaforth, OCTOBER 10 1879. THE ECMONDVILLE MILLS rrliE undersigned having pnrchmed the F4/- 2- mondville Milli, and having secured the ser- vices of an experienced -and -competent miller, fire now prepared to do GRISTING, CHOPPING, An all other work In the Milling Parties bringing Grists Can hays th,e,n 0-reund the same day as left. Chopping can be done any day, as there is arm] of stones kept for th a speeisi purpose. FLOUR. FLOUR. FLOUR. Flour of tbe very choicest quality will be sold at Wholesale or retail, and will be delivered in Egsnondvilla or Seaforth free of charge. The Mill is being fitted up apecially for Ons. tom Grinding, so that every farmer will be Imre to get the flour made from his own whsat. The Mill is one of the best in the County, hav- ing all the newest and most iraproved machinery, and parties Is voting us -with their patronage may rely upon getting 'satisfaction. The busress -will be under the personal super- vision t e proprietors, who will always he on hand to recehe and attend to customers. A,Trial is solicited. J 614-8 JAMES TO MERCHANTS AND DAIRYMEN. S: TROTT, SEAFORTH, • HAS much pleasure in calling particular atten- tion to ha airtight BUTTER FIRKIN. This Ferkin is warrsnted air tight, and will consequently keep the butter much purer and sweeter than any other tub made on the old principle, saving more than the price of the tub in enhanced value of butter. Samples *brays on hand. Common Tubs on hand as usual. For par- ticulars call at Factory or address S. TROTT, Seaforth. N. B.—Coopering and repelling as usuaL 600 ANCHOR LINE. `-'s NITED STATES MAIL STEAMERS Sell Every Saturday hem NEW YORK and GLASGOW (via Londonderry) and LONDON Direct. TICKETS for Liverpool, 'Londonderry, Ohm - now, and s-11 parts of Europe. Fares as Iowa. any other iirst-class line. Prepaid Passage Certificates issued to persons wishing to bring out their friends. The Passenger accommodation of Anchor Line Steamers are unsurpassed for elegance and com- fort. Apply to S. DICKSON, 593 At the Post Office, Seaforth THE SEAFORTH PORK FACTORY. F.01333 2 WHILE thanking his numerous patrons for the liberal patronage bestowed upon bin during past years, begs to intimate that he is again prepared to furnish his patrons and the publie generally with as good an article Of not better) this season as i the past. All 'kinds of Cured Meats, Pork Cuttings, Sausages, Bologna, constantly on hand. H. ROBB.. N. B.—The highest price paid for hogs, dress. ed or alive. 61111 PAINTING. H rr UTNTI BEGS to inform his friends \-; ano the public ill general that be has commenced business as a Painter and Glazier on his own account, and is prepared to execute all orders entrusted to him in the most satisfactory manner and on reasonable terms. Orders left at the store of Messrs. john - son Brothers will receive prompt attention. 588-4 H. TOWN, Seaforth. NB.—Whitewashing and papering a specially. AUCTION- SALE OF A VALUABLE FARM. M. C. 'R. COOPER has been instructed by 13-1- Mrs. WM. CORNISH to sell by Public Anc- tin, at the Tecumseh House, BRUSSELS, on WEDN ESDAY, OCTOBER 15th, at 2 o'clock P. aMpp.,:tototh Hall of Lot 28, Concession 8, Morrie. 6771:2taining 100 acres. For further particular C. R. COOPER, Brussels. THE McKILLOP MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY. R. W. S. SHANNON, Secretary and Tress - LL nrer of the above Company, will attend at the QUEEN'S HOTEL, SEAFORTH, on Satur- day of each week, from 2 to 5 o'clock P. M., fer the purpose of transacting the business of the Company. All interested wilt Iplease take netice and govern themselves accordingly. JA11E8 KERR, President. W. J. SHANNON Secretary. 585 MELLVILLES MILLS, HULLETT. T HAVE much pleasure in informing the public -a- gene) ally that I have commenced the ndlling business in what is known as MELVILLE'S _MILLS, Hull( tt, and hope by strict attention to business and fair dealing, to merit a share of public p atronage. Gristing and chopping done. 617 WILLIAM JAMIESON. DRAYAGE. TEE undersigned having entered into co -part- nership, are prepared to meet the wants of the Merchants of Seaforth and othera who may require their servicee asearriers to and from the Railway freight sheds and elaewhere on moet reasonable terms. Orders may be left at Joseph 13rownell's Grocery store, and will receive prompt and careful attention. NORMAN BROWNELL JOSEPH ABELL. Seaf ath, Aug. 30, 1878. TO THE LADIES. ivriss MACDONALD -would intimate to the -LT-I- la dies of Sea forth and -vicinity, that she has opened ot t a stock of Berlin and zephyr wools, fingering yarn, slipper patterns, needles, card- board, tic., on e door south of Mr. McGarey's confectionery store, where she will do her utmost to en pply the wants of tbose favoring her with a call. Also plain t-ewing, stomping and hair dressing dore at reasonable rates. 617 MISS MACDONALD. TO THE. LADIES, 1\4' RS BEAVEN, (formerly Miss Oldfield,) is 45-11- now prepared to attend to Dressmaking, in all its branches. Good fit and good 'work guaranteed. She ia also prepaied to give les. Sons in Madam Briggs,or the newly invented and much improved Chart of Mr. C. Howell. Rooms next door to Canada Methodist Church, Seaforth. Apprentices wanted. 617 SAWS. SAWS. SAWS. VOW is the tixne to get your saws gummed at -4-1 A. Callender's,blacksmith, Clinton. All kinds of heavy or light saws gummed so that they can be taken home the same day. 617 A. CALLANDER, Huron Street, Clinton. ' AUCTION SALE. T OT 92, Con. C., Turnberry, will be sold by Publie Auction. on the 14th day of OCTOB- ER, at 12 o'clock noon,. There is a good frame house and barn on the place; 80 acres cleared. 615 CHARLES MoTAVISII, Proprietor Assiosir ter%aid yoi to] 411-1.441 the ol cant elied hathe,pode ri irtrli o gffe; an ellneint:13Tiahiagoleetilteest:i: ttioh,7eth , :yt In coat my ord what 1 were ai satiabi not p not sat go and. E' which sndy igher yl JOSign. big Ail anent it andnuibyyo ut• soi nu./ oa doAn toatitl iadaillebeohtirsedrYirtefi!hcil;:c: af veryaaot: gh et:: t e'': 1 36 1 ___ttyc tiblineetVkebSanthi; inturitr:td..11 taknileigheab thing." the , let hedt llir,m;:wn in:1 nht 8 .3:yi. oubos ivit menyeanesvu,i first? 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