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The Huron Expositor, 1886-07-09, Page 8EDWARD CASH flow buying Fine Dairy Butter,, in firkins tray', and the best -price in cash for fine fleece wool. • GODERICH STREET, SEA -FORTH. 'ttrcin txpo5itor. DISTRIOT 1VEATTERS. THE BIG SHOWS.—The Industrial Fair at Toronto opens on the 6th Of September and closes on the 13th. The Provincial Exhibition opens at Guelph on the 20th of September and closes on the 25th. The Western Fair opens at London on September 26th and closes on October 2nd., It would be well for local show directors to take note of these dates and arrange their shows accord- ingly. DOMINION DAY PICNIC.—The picnic that is held annually by the corigrega- tion of St. James' church here, came off on Dominion Day, as announced. The weather was delightful, and, notwith- standing so many people having left town to spend the day elsewhere, there was a very large attendance on the grounds during the afternoon and even. ing,and everything passed of. most satis- factorily. The Italian harpers discours- ed sweet music at intervals during the slay and contributed not a little to its, enjoyment. Taken altogether, the con- gregation have reason to be proud of the success attending their efforts, and, judging from the crowd present, we should think the financial part of the proceedings was equally gratifying. 4. INSTALLATION OF OFFICER-S.—OH Mon- day evening last the following members of Court Sherwood Forest, Ancient Order Foresters were installed in office by Bro. H. Town, P. C. R. for the ensuing term ; Thomas Smith, P C. R.; Robert Abrams, C. R4 M. Lounsbury, S. C. R.; Albert Hendry,. Treasurer, John Finch, Secretary ; Jas. Wright, S. W.; Robt. T. Simpson, J. W.; Chris. Sper- ling, S. B.; John Muir, 3. B. The an- nual sermon will be preached on Sab- bath evening, the 18th inst.., in the Presbyterian church by Rev. Mr. Mc- Donald. All the members are requested to meet at the lodge room at six o'clock sharp on that evening. ANOTHER ACCIDENT.—Mr. Peter Mc- Iver, of Ribbed, met with a painful accident on Wednesday white accom- panying the funeral procession of the late Patrick McConnell. When oppo- site the farm of Mr. Devereaux, on the Huron Road, he raised an umbrella which frightened the horse, and the animal making a sudden spring; the line broke, and Mr. McIver was thrown from the buggy, etriking the hard road with his head. He was unconecious for some time, and his heal is badly cut, but his injuries are not considered seri- ous. Mr. McIver's brother, who was in the vehicle with him, succeeded in quiet- ing the frightened horse, and he was seeured before any further serious dam- age was done. 4 THE HURON 'EXPOSITOR. ci God both financially and spixituall the membership has been conside more than doubled." Before le Owen Sound the Ladies' Aid S presented Mrs. Howell with a han silver tea and coffee pot. SERIOV:i ACCIDENT. — On Tuesday morning last, Mr. Papst, father-in-law of Mr. C. M. Whitney of this town met with a serious and painful accident. He was -starting out to the country with a, horse and tin peddling wagon. When opposite the roller skating rink he Struck the horse with the whip, causing the animal to spring forward and breaking off the end of the whippletree. This so frightened the horse that it became un- manageable audit turned into the station yard, upsetting the wagon and throwing Mr. Pa,pst heavily on. the ground. When taken up it was found that his leg was 0 broken between the knee and ankle, and that, he was otherwise bruised and injur- ed. lie was conveyed home and. the in limb set, but as he is an aged man it may be a long time before he Wholly recovers. The horse was secured before any further serious damage was done. • and • ably ving ciety some Pnerriin SKIPMENTS. —We noti ed a couple of weelaeago that as an e peri - merit Mr. Charles Laurie of this own, had shipped a quantity of Se forth creamery butter to aenerchant in eith, Scotland. This shipment gave such good satisfaction that Mr. Laurie was tele- graphed to for another supply. Mr. Laurie, accordinglyiedispatched tan • ther car -load on Wednesday, the prod did the Seaforth, Londesboro and Bruc field creameries. This butter was pure ased at 18 cents per pound. It will be a ex- cellent thing for the butter intere t of this section if We. Laurie succee s in opening up a satisfactory market the old country for the bulk of our pro uct, as he seems likely to do. These ales, also, manifest the benefits of the c earn- ery system of butter -making. A the time this butter was sold here fir 18 cents, the best rorne-made butter was quoted in the Montreal market at from 13 to 15 cents, and in the local m rket at 12 cents, so that the patrons o the creameries will realize at least four ents per pound more for their butter t an if they had made it themselves, and, save all the labor. TEACHERS' WANTED—DURING VACA- TIOg—t0 sell "Manual of Correspondence," the best text -book yet published on this subject; exercises in capital leters, abbreviations, punc- tuation, spelling, English, construction of sen- tences ; sample business letters beautifully en - grayed; sells at sight; bonanza for agents; 50 cents sample copy.—C. O'DEA, Arcade, Toronto. 969-12 DOG LOST.—Lost, a brown Spaniel Dog, answering to the name of "Tray.'' He has a white strip en his breast. Any informa- tion that will lead to his discovery will be suit- ably rewarded and any person found harboring him after this date will be prosecuted.—G. E. HENDERSON, Seafoith. 969x2 ALL Plow Points and other repairs for Hogan's Plosw can be had at the Huron Foundry, Seaforth.—THOS. HENDRY & SON. 966 FIRE.—On Wednesday the mid-day meal of our citizens was disturbed by the ringing of the fire alarm. The cause of the alarm was ascertained to be the burning of a stable belonging to Mr. Georg:Trott, at the head of John street. • The firemen responded to the call with commendable alacrity, and in a very short time they had a line of hose laid from the hydrant at Laidlaw's corner to the burning building, and although the fire was too far advanced to permit of the building being saved the flames were soon extinguished and danger to adjoin- ing houses averted. The origin d the fire is unknown, and when first nnticed the flames were bursting througi the roof. It is supposed, hdevever, t at it -was caused by the heating of neW hay which had been stored into it. Besides the hay and some other articles a large pig was burned. Mr. Trott is an indus- trious, hard-working man, and he had just erected the building this summer, and the loss, although not very large, will be severely felt by him. Domisios DAY.—As is usual with holidays in this town, Dominion Day passed over very quietly. The day was pleasant, and afforded every opportunity for pleasure seeking. A great many went to Goderich. to see the Caledonian games there, which, it is said, were viewed by over eight thousand people ; some went to London, a good many at- tended the St. James' church picnic in Case's grave, and a considerable num- ber took advantage of the holiday to drive in the country and to neighboring towns and villages on private expe- ditions of their own. There were 440 tickets sold for Goderieh, 17 for Lon- don and 14 for Stratford. The Goclerich excursionists returned tired and sun - browned about eight o'clock, and as the croWds wended their way from the sta- tion Main street presented a very ani- mated appearance. Several came from Brussels, having driven out in the morn- ing to take the train. This was calcu- lated to remind one of old times. left for the old country on Thursday. 1844. He Wee a blacksmith by. trade, LOCAL BRIEFS.—Mr. D. McGillivray, who has been accountant in the Can- adian Bank of Commerce here for some time, left on Friday to spend his holi- days at his home near Collingwood, and we' regret to -learn there is a possi- bility that he may not return. While here he was an active worker in the Sabbath School and in the Young Men's Christian Association, and his exemplary and Christian conduct won him the iesf eene of all.—On Friday, last Mr. Wm. McCelloch showed us a sample of new potatoes taken from his garden, which for size surpasses anything we have seen this year. He says they are dr' and good for cooking.—A young man Fred Bowtell, who worked with foot & Box in this town some year died very suddenly from heart dis Hugo county, Colorado, on the 24 He had been there about five yea was engaged in the ranching bu and was much respected. His re all reside in England.—Mr. Joh Milian, Reeve of Hullett, and Peter Adamson, County Clerk, 1 Wednesday for the old country. expect to be gone about two months.— Mr. Harcicastle, a gentleman from Hutchinson,. Kansas, is at prose t the guest of Mr. Robert McMillan, Killop. Mr. Hardcastle is an E man.. He located in Hutchins° teen years ago. At that time the only three stores in it, and now place of 7,000 inhabitants.—Dr Scott has purchased 19 acres of land fr M. McDermid., which adjoins ti petty recently purchased by the from the Chalk estate. He pay the sum of $1,092. -Considering cation, it i y cheap.—At th e town council on it was resolvied_ to sub e property. h 0 for High amed road - ago, ase in h ult. s and Mess, atives Mc - Mr. ft on They They sail from New York on Saturday. but had not worked at that business for This is their first trip across the big a great many years. He was much and pond, and we wish them a prosperous voyage and a pleasant visit in the land of their fathers.--e-Messrs. Henry Jack- son'Jame Watson, Ralph Cresswell, Bert. Jackson, Louis VanEgmond, and Mr. Thos. Gardiner of Bayfield., left on Wednesdayifor a ten day's fishing excur- sion on Lake Huron.—Mr. W. C. Searle one of Clinton's most energetic citizens paid our town a flying visit on Tuesday. —The volunteers returned bon* from camp on Saturday last. They Marched up Main street, headed by the Battalion band, and presented a very fine and brave appearance. Our company was one of the best in camp.—The EXPOSITOR typos are greatly indebted to Mrs.Smith of the Seaforth restaurant, for a liberal supply of delicious ice cream one of those sweltering hot days this week. Her kindiiehs was duly appreciated, 9.nd will not be forgotten.—Mr. Ranton,formerly of the Salvation Army, here, has been appointedeto take charge of the Metho- dist church in Blyth, and Mr. Arthur Trott, another Salvation Army boy, has been placed in charge •d a Methodist church in Dunville.—Mr. James Bennet formerly of Brussels, has returned to Seaforth and taken a situation with Broadfoot & Box in their cabinet factory here.—Mr.J. Cowan,barrister,of Sarnia, and family are • spending their summer -holidays at the residence of Mr. John ,Cowan, McKillop.—Professor Ketcham having concluded his musical convention here, the pupils of his class gave a con- cert -on the evening of Dominion Day. The entertainment, which was a most enjoyable one, consisted of choruses, ,duets, solos,, &c., all of which were well executed, and showed the wonderful progress made by the class in so short a time. There were over 40 voices in the choruses.—Some of the fall wheat in this vicinity, especially the Seneca variety, is badly rusted, but the crop as a whole promises well. Spring crops are light and require rain.—Mr. L. Murphy has an unusually large breadth of flax sown this year, and we are glad to learn that it promises a large yield. Last season he imported a considerable quantity of seed from Belgium, and has had it sown in good places, and it is doing well. .A' cricket match between the Seaforth and Clinton clubs will be played on the Re- creation grounds -here to -day, Friday, commencing at 10 o'clock.—Mr. Wm. Fowler, of the Huron Road, Tuckersmith, intends starting for the old country next week. --Mrs. J. A. Wilson has returned from a visit to her parents in Grand Rapids Michigan.—At the annual meet- ing of the Young Men's Christian Asso- ciation held oil Wednesday evening, Mr. L. L. McFattl was elected president; Mr. Piper, lit vice-president; Mr. 0. Kemp, 2nd vice-president, and Mr. J. A. Wilson,' secretary -treasurer. The Board of Directors is composed of the above officers I and Messrs. Geo. Duncan and W. Logan.—The children attend- ing the infant class in the Presbyterian Sabbath School were entertained at their annual , picnic by their teacher, Miss M. E. McLean, in Beattie's grove on Tuesday afternoon. The youngsters had a great big time, and all present spent an enjoyable afternoon.—A few days ago as Mr. Geo. A. Dewar was coming into town on his bicycle, he met Mr. Wm. Hewitt, of Leadbury, who re- fused to give him half the road and drove his wagon against the bicycle, breaking it and somewhat 'injuring the rider. Mr. Dewar had his assailant summoned before the Mayor, but the matter was settled by Mr. Hewitt pay- ing $4 damages and the costs. It would have been cheaper to give half the road. f Mc- glish- thir- e were it is a ing o even the ap by-law to raise $5, purposes, the loan tp extend period of 20 years.—Oh Tuesda noon the thermometer registere the shade and 115' in the sun comfortably warm.—Mr. Alex. of the 8th concession of Tuck left with, us on Friday last of fall wheat which meaeure 4 inches in length.—Mr. J PREsENTATIOlf AND RECEPTION.—On Clarke, the celebrated Boot Bla Wednesday evening of last week, prior tor, will repeat his celebrated.lecture, is town should serving ve gone arie.-- cher, is olidays mithe— rother k, died week. . Alex. fishing consta- parallel treet re- s raised r. Vednes- nd Miss akine a. m Mr. e pro- • octor for it he lo- meet- uesday it for lders a School over a after - "90' in it was ichol, rsmith, a stalk 5 feet lin R. k Ora - to the departure of Rev. Mr. Broley and "To and Fro in London," in ti family to Elora, a number of the ladies on Tuesday evening next. H of the congregation of the Methodist have a crowded house, as he is d church of this town stormed the parson- of it.—Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Weir h age and. presented Mrs. Broley with a on a pleasure trip to Sault Ste. complimentary address and a very hand- Mr. Jos. Prendergast, school te some present in the shape of two pieces at present spending his summer of silverware. The esteem in which at the parental home in Tucker Mrs. Brolcy was held by her sisters in Mr. John Melvin, of Montreal, the church may be judged from the fol- in-law of Mr. Robert Govenlo lowing extract from the address: By very suddenly of apoplexy las year activity, energy and zeal in every —Mr. M. R. Counter and Al department of church work, your pleas- Slemrnon left on Thursday on ant mil-m.11d kind encouraging words, , expedition to the Muskoka di you have written your memory deeply The council have instructed the on our hearts, and now that in 'the ble to have all signs across o Providence of God we are about to part, with the sidewalk on Maio we 'desire your aceeptance of these I moved at once, and the awnin tokens of our love and esteem." 'Mr. to the height of seven feet _\ Itroley replied in suitable terms on be Can, of Hullett, left hei-e on, half a Mrs. Broley. Those assembled day for the old country.—Mrs. then made- preparations for the recem Coldwell, of Kinburn, intend • tion of the new pastor, Rev. Mr. Howell, . trip to brandom Manitoba, next week. and hia family, who arrived that even- —Mr. Jas. Aitcheson, of Lox ing by train, and the reception accord- on 'Tuesday last for Dakota. ed them was warm and hearty. An been in poor health for some t hour was pleasantly spent with the old he takes this trip in phe hope and new pastors, when the company change will be of service h :ar ;epated, all feeling, no doubt, that goes to the Devil's Lake district where they had assisted in a good act. Mr. his brother resides.—Mrs. Kirk nan and Howell preached his first sermon on Seib- Miss Tytler left yesterday for Guelph, f their Archi- , and rsmitli, oro, left He has me, and that the IT). He bath fast. Con -erning his late, field of labor, the Owen Sound Times says: " During his pastorate, the church has greatly prospered under the blessing of where they will spend part holidays visiting friends.—Mr bald Dickson of Goderic Mr. John T. Dickson af Tuck deservedly esteemed in .the community where he had lived so long. ` FOUND DEAD.—The whole country about Clinton has been excited over the disappearance from his home of Mr. Wm. Connoly, of Goderich township. He left home Friday afternoon, and probably 100 men searched for him, but he was not found until Tuesday about 11 a. m. He was found dead in St. John's swamp, Hulled, about six miles ,from Clinton, having wandered about twelve miles from home. He was sitting on a log, with his back against a tree. Decomposition haclialready set in. The gentleman was aged and his mental faculties were failing him. RETURNED HOME.—Mr. Robt. Mur- ray of Harpurhey,and Mr. WM. Butson of Tuckersmith, returned home from Kansas on Thursday. These two young men went to Kansas last spring, Mr. Butson taking with him Mrs. McTav- ish's imported Clydesdale stallion "North Star," and Mr. Murray a Cana- dian bred three-year-old colt. They travelled these horses in the vicinity of Abilene, and .made a good season with them,and before leaving sold them both. North Star was sold to a Scotchman for $1,700, They say that corn looks well there this season, but other crops will be light on account of -the dry weather. They both liked the country very well, but they prefer old Huron as a plaCe to live in. All the Huronites located in that vicinity are doing well, and Mr. Abraharre Taylor, who went from Hul- lett, near Kinburn, last spring, has pur- chased a farm there and intends to re- main in the country. Tuckersmith. RETURNED.—Mr. John Doig, of the 2nd concession, L. R. S., and Mrs. Jas. Dallas have returned home from their trip to the old country. We are glad to learn that both spent a pleasant time, and Mrs. Dallas is somewhat improved in health. NEW BARNS.—Mr. Hugh Chesney had a large bank barn raised on Tues- day. Mr. John McLean, Riverside; haa an immense bank barn raised on Wed- nesday and Mr. Robert McVay is to have one raised on Friday. All these are bank barns with. stone stabling underneath. Mr. D. Clarke, Of Sea - forth, did the framing for Mr. McLean's and Mr. McVety's, while Mr. Thomson, .of Blake, did the stone work for the former and Mr. S. -Wallace for theilat- ter. We hope all of them will have their new with gold THE 0 the farme barns filled to overflowing n grain. D, OLD STORY. —Several of s of this township have been 'again victimized by confidence sharpers.. This time that were A couple upon th t is the shoddy cloth pedlars at it. The dodge was this: f oily -tongued rascals called farmer to sell him cloth enough to make a suit of clothes; a tailor was to call round in a few days to take the measures and furnish the trim- mings, and in the meantime the pedlar induces the farmer to give him his note in payment for the cloth, the making and all the etcetras. The pedlar then leaves, casbes the note at the first town he strikes and that is the last' the far- mer hears of him until he is called upon to pay the note. For $40 worth of cloth several have been induced to give their notes for various sums ranging from $100 to $180. We have heard of some ten or a dozen farmers in this and 6ther tow ships who have been victim- ized in this way. They pays their money bu they don't get any change. Brucefleld. RETURNED.—Mrs. McTavish and Mrs. Simpson, of Tuckersmith, who 'have been visiting friends in Kansas, have returned home. They had a most en- joyable visit, and were' well pleased with the country, but they think more of Tuekersmith now than ever they did. THE BOOT BLACK ORATOR.—Mr. John R. Clarke, who so delighted the people of this vicinity on the occasion of his last visit, will return to Brucefield, and on the evening of the 14th inst. will de- liver his excellent lecture, " Among the Masse." The lecture will commence at eight o'clock, and the proceeds will be sent to Rev. Mr. Thomson to assist in making up for his severe loss by the Vancouver fire. Let there be a full house. ing. After the inner man was satisfied, the outer man went to work with a will, and in about fifty minutes the barn was standing complete, Mr. McNichol's side coming out victorious. There were present the youth and beauty of the neighborhood, and we would advise those who want a wife to come to this district, for a handsomer or more sen- sible lot of young ladies your corre- spondent has not seen for some time.— Uom. Blyth. THE EXAMINATIONS.—Mr. J. W. Shaw sent up' ten pupils to try the en- trance examination to the High School. Some of them think the dictaticin, Gram- mar and history was a little too hard for entrance work, and we have reason to agree with them. • BASE BALL.—The Blyth base ball club received a challenge from Exeter on Wednesday, to play a genie at. Port Stanley on the 21st inst., there being an' excursion to the port that day. The Blyth club do not feel like accepting it, but if Exeter club come to Blyth the boys will only be toe glad to play. PERSONALS.—Mr. H. • Irvine, of Hills Green, spent a few days in town with his father this week.—Mr. Bailey, of Georgetown, has bought out the bakery business of Mr. VanAllen. Mr. Van - Allen has accepted a situation with Mr. Berrill, of London. We are sorry to lose Josh, but give Mr. Bailey a cordial welcome.—Mrs. Armstrong and :Mrs. McFarlane, of Pembroke, are visiting Mrs. Jenkins at present. OUR BAND.—The Blyth cornet band are having suits made now. - Mr. S. Gid - ley has the contract. From all accounts they are going to be very nobby, and of course for workmanship they cannot be beatennas Mr. Gidley is one of the best tailors north of London. The band of late has made very rapid strides towards perfection under the present leader, Mr. Colley, and in a short time we may ex- pect the Blyth band to take the lead of all the neighboring ones. They have been engaged to go to Exeter on the 12th of July with the Clinton Orange- men. They have also made a great improvement by adding a drum major to their ranks in the person of Mr. J. Emigh. • Lakelet. - OUR Sc IOOL.,—Quite a number of our citizen's attended the examination and picnic in .School Section No. 3 on the 1st of July. The examination was held in the forenopn, and proved to be a suc- cess, giving credit to their much esteem- ed teacher, Mr. Jacob Halliday. After dinner the visitors were favored with some ver' eloquent speeghes on edu- cational topics by Dr. McDonald, of Wingham, and, Rev. Messrs. Young and Chown, of Clifford. Some others gave short addresses, while one would-be orator was bold enough to introduce politics, but was not taken notice of by the succeeding speakers. Base ball, loot bell and croquet were the principal sports of the day. BRIEFS —The Lakelet boys played a game of ase ball with first nine of Clif- ford on °minion Day-, which resulted' in a victo y for Lakelet by a score of 11 to 4. Oily four innings each were played, a all the bats got broken. The Clifford • *ye got quite a surprise.—Mr. Wilkie Holladay, of Detroit, is at pres- ent spen • ing his holidays at home. The change s ems to agree with him.—It is expected that the re -opening of the Methodis church will take place on the 18th inst Clinton. • BRIEFS.—Clinton's share of the county rate this year amounts to $885.—The 'town council are threatened with a law- suit by a Private citizen for. damages, on account of the sewage of the town drain- ing into and fouling a stream which passes through the place.—The council have agreed to submit a by-law to the ratepayers to raise the sum of $4,500 for High School improvements.—The people want to secure a plot of ground for a public. park, and a cinumittee of the council has been appointed to select a site, but the matter will very likely rest that.—The Clinton base ball club visited Wingliani last week to play the club of that town a match. Our boys got worsted by a score of 16 to 29. DEATH OF A P1ONEER.—Mr. Wm. Rattenbury, a pioneer resident, if not the founder- of the town, died at his resi- dence here an Sunday last at the good old age of 81 years. Mr.. Rattenbury was, in his day, one of the best known and most popular hotel keepers in the Huron Tratt. , He was a native of .Devonshire. England, and came to Can- ada in 1831, and came to this county four years afterwards, settling on a farm in the township of Tuckersmith. He has been a 'resident of Clinton since • PURE Medicines DR. MAC 965 LOCAL order of crop is owing to Hensall. DRUGS, Dye Stuffs, Patent -c., also -a supply of Paris Green at ER141ID'S Drug Store, Hensall. BRIEFS.—Haying is now the he day in the country. The. something below the average the want of rain in the earlier part of t e season.—Dominion Day was observe here as -a general holiday. The viii: ge wore a deserted appearance, nearly ,a 1 our population having gone to other pi: ces to enjoy the day.—Mr. Paul McArthur, of Lamou re, Dakota, formerly of the township of Tuckersmith, is at present home on a visit.—Mrs. Thom- son, of the township of Hallett, is this week at the manse visiting her son, the Rev. R. Y. Thomson.—Mr. C. Knell, of Illinois State, formerly a resident of this part, has been here for the past we k or so visiting his friends.— Mr. W Beek left this week on a pros- pecting tour to Carberry, Manitoba, and other p ints in the west. We wish him a pleas nt and prosperous trip.—The Rev. M . Godfrey, successor to the Rev. - Mr. Ba 1, preached• on Sabbath last with much a ceptance.—Mr. W. B. McLean, the en erprieing agent of the North Americ re Manufacturing Company, re- cently received. a carload of the Little Chief" self -binder.- This ilooks, like busines .—Mr. Coad, of. the firm of Messrs Coed & Rennie, has this week moved his family from Wing ham, hav- ing re ted the dwelling recently occu- pied b Mr. _W. H. Twohy. POISONING ACCIDENT.—Mr. William Montgomery, late of Seaforth, met with a very painful and almost fatal accident last Saturday. It appears that he has for some time past been suffering with neuralgia in the face: He procured some medicine for it, which was put up in two bottles. The contents of one bottle was to be used externally, and the other in- ternally. The former was poison, and by some mistake he drank part of the contents of it. Medical aid was sum- moned immediately, and now he is doing as well as can be expected. Ton* of Dor was pl Neil, 1 ander same match , suited in a tie), and Wm. Pyne acted as umpire. D. Stewart's side came off best, scoring. 14 runs, while their opponents made 10. The following is the score made by the most successful: Jesse Willb e 4, Andrew Willlbee 3, and D. Stewart 3.—On the 22nd ult., Mr. Henry Willbee, of the 16th' concession, succee ed in capturing a mud -turtle from he creek, whose length is 32 inches, and weight 17 pounds. A NEW j3ARN. —Mr. Ahn Miller, of the 3r concession of Grey, had a new barn, ith stone foundation, raised on Friday last. The barn is 40 by 60 feet. Sides A ere chosen under the captaincy of Ed ard Matthews and Roderick Mc- Nishol. Before going to work all hands repair d to the supper table, which was loaded down with the good things pro- vided, and the repast showed that Mrs. Miller will take the palm for good cook - inner man had been thoroughly satis- fied the swings were again patronized until about six o'clock, when all quietly dispersed to their respective homes, feeling satisfied with the day's proceed- ings. Brussels. THE STANDARD GAME.—Our Cricket team went to Goderich on Dominion Day to play their third genie, and got left by five wickets. In their first in- nings they made :37 runs, and Goderich 58; in the second innings Brussels made 72 runs, and, Goderich 52 and 5 wickets to fall. The ground was very hard and rough, and one would have thought that after the way the Goderich players talked about our grounds they would have something good themselves. Our boys say they have played several clubs who show more cricket spirit than Goderich in more ways than one. Our best men were off and did nothing, while B. H. Laird made 36 runs in one innings, which was not expected of him,_ but he is a stayer at times. Drummond, of the Goderich team, made a score of 22 runs in one innings. Quite a num- ber of our citizens went to Goderich to see the match, also the Caledonian games. VOTERS' LISTS COURTS.—These courts have been held for East Huron. In Grey the Revising Officer refused to hear the Reform appeals to strike off on ac- count of the notice to the party com- plained against being printed and not written. In Brussels the same ruling was given, but in Blyth he offered to try them under protest, subject to the de- cision in Toronto, as the Reformers have applied for a mandamus to force him to try them. This objection applies to all except Wingham. The following is the result so far: Reform Tory Reform on. Struck off. Tory on. Struck off. 1 ')0 38 Grey! 'SHIP NOTES.—On the afteehoon union Day a game of base ball yed on the farm of Mr. le Mc• th concession. David and Alex - Stewart were the captain? (the wo who were captains in the n the 24th of May, which re - Blyth.... Howick . - 2 2 Wroxeter 2 Turnberry 8 24 Morris.... - 4 10 Wingham 3 Allis Green. IN ORDER to give every one an oppor- tunity of securing boots and shoes at and below cost, I have extended the time for another three weeks, during which -time I am determined to sell off every dollar's worth of goods. The sale is genuine, as a call will readily convince that I mean what I say. -13. R. Pfaff. 969 Varna. BRIEFS.—The 1st of July was cele- brated by the young men of Varna'by base ball match between the Goderich township club and the Varna club, which resulted in a victory for the latter by J7 runs. Owing to the attractions at Bayfield, it was decided to only Play seven innings apiece. The score i3tood— Varna, 36 runs; Goderich township, 19. —Mrs. Thos. Johnston has had a severe attack of pleursy, and we are glad to learn that she is recovering.—Mr. John Turner is also seriously ill with bron- chitis. A MIRACULOUS ESCAPE.—On Monday of this week as Wm. Pollock and John Wells were going down Ward's hill, they had a narrow escape from being seriously hurt. It seems they both were riding in Mr. Pollock's buggy, when another team took fright, and, at- tempting to pass, caught the buggy and upset all in a heap. Just at this point Mr. McEwen, from Bayfield, came to the rescue, who by soothing words and plenty of whalebone quieted the pranc- ing steeds till the rigs were set right side up. Though neither gentlemen were as badly hurt as was feared at first, they were considerably shaken up' It is to be hoped that in a few weeks both young men will be sufficiently re- covered to resume their duties. ---Com. MeTCillop. A NEW BARN.—Mr. Stephen Dow- ney, of the Huron Road, had a large new barn raised on Wednesday of last week. In the evening the young folks for miles around assembled and had a splendid time. The barn floor was cleared and made ready, and dancing was kept up until morning. THAT WHISKY CASE.—The former case against Mr. Ffilton having been dis- missed, another information was laid against him for a violation of the Scott Act. The case was heard on Satur- day before John McMilla-n and An- drew Govenlock, J. P.'s, at the Temperance Hall, Winthrop. The wit- nesses were nearly the same as in the former case, but the evidence must have been straighter, as the magistrates made a conviction and. inflicted a fine of $50 and cots. Mr. Dancey, who appeared for the defendant, gave notice of ap- peal. MATRIMONIAL.—A very pleasant little gathering assembled at the residence of Mr. Samuel Smith, near Winthrop, on Thursday forenoon of last week to wit- ness the marriage of his eldest daughter, Martha, to Mr. —Charles Little. The bride was beautifully dressed in brown satin, with a bridal veil, ornamented with orange blossoms. The brideernaids on the occasion were Miss Helen Butch - art, of Stanley, and Miss Mary Ann Little. The groom was attended by Mr. Robert Morrison and Mr. James Smith. The ceremony was performed by Elder James Kilgour, pastor of Church of Christ in Guelph. It was short, but very solemn, and made a deep impression on all present. After an elaborate wedding breakfast, the young couple were escorted. to Seaforth by their friends, where they took -the train for the east, 'accompanied by the good wishes of every one who knew them and of luau' who did not. The bride eves the recipient of a great number of handsome and useful presents. Amongst the guests present was Mr. G. A. Smith, B. A., of Galt Collegiate Institue. THE LEADBURY SCHOOL.—The exam- ination of the pupils of the Leadbury school was held me Wednesday, June 28th. The pupils were examined by the teachers in charge, Mr. Dorrance_ and Miss Boyd, assisted by Miss Hillen and Messrs. Johnston, Anderson, Hutcheson, Newton, and McKibbon, and the way the pupils conducted themselves showed that the school is in a prosperous condi- tion, and that the right teachers- are in the right places. .About half -past twelve the ladies passed cakes and tea to the 1 23 visitors, who numbered about fifty. In 29 the afternoon visitors and children re- paired to Mr. McCulla's grove, where an enjoyable time was spent by all. About three o'clock refreshments were again passed around' and partaken of by all. We must say the ladies of the section deserve the highest praise for the gener- ous way in which they contributed the eatables. All seemed to spend a pleas- ant afternoon, and at a late, hour all wended their way homewards well satis- fied with the day's proceedings. We understand the trustees hate re-engaged Mr. Dorrance as principal at a raise of $25 in salary for the coming year. This is as it should be.—Visrron. SOCIAL PICNIC. —On the afternoon and evening of the first of July, a private picnic was held at Mr. Geo. Murdie's— the second we hope of a series—during which a large number of persons spent a very pleasant time. By four o'clock up- wards -of sixty had assembled in Mr. Murdie's grove. Swinging, croquet, base- ball, and other games occupied the time till after six, when all gathered into one group, seated themselves in a shady place on the grass, and did full justice to the eatables provided for the occasion. After tea all interest seemed to centre in a game of foot -ball, which lasted fully three-quarters of .an hour, but, though the ball was often dangerously near the goal posts, yet neither side managed to get it through. When this game ;was over, the ladies called sides, and had a game by themselves,but theirs lasted only two or three minutes. The ball, however, was kept going rather lively, though the slippers went fully as far as the ball. By nine o'clock all had gathered into Mr. Murdie's house, Mr. McIntyre was appointed chairman, and an excellent programme consisting of readings, recitations and music, was placed in hs hand, in which the follow- ing took part: Organists, Misses Muir and Kerr; violin music by A. Dickson and W. Hastie ; readings by W. Leach, F. Pearen and W.Govenlock ; recitations by Geo. Murdie, R. Govenlock,and Miss Maggie Govenlock ; singing by Miss Muir, G. Turnbull,W. Hastie and P. D. Muir. A hearty vote of thanks was then given to Mr. and Mrs. Murdie for their kindness and hospitality, to which and quantity. When the wants of thin Mr.Murdie made a suit ble reply. After 313LY 9, 18g4,, At E. MaFaul's Dry Goods and Millinery House. 4 Showing a gain to the Reformers of 69, and Grey and Brussels yet to try, in which the Reformers expect eo gain 50 more. BRIEFS. —A garden social was held at the Methodist parsonage on Tuesday evening, and was well attended.—The council at their meeting last Monday expressed their willingness to grant an exemption of taxes for 10 years to Thos. Smith should he erect a planing mill in Brussels, he to pay taxes on land and dwelling at rate now assessed at. Brus- sels voters' lists, Provincial, are out. There are now three divisions instead of two as before, one north of the river and two south. —Our council are having the town hall repaired, painted and calso- mined, an improvement that was much needed.—Rev. Samuel Jones is away spending his holidays.—A. M. Taylor is home for his holidays. He has again been successful in his examination, being entitled to write B. C. L. after his name. He is also the gold medalist this year. A. M. has always been good on examine - tions. Chiselhurst. PICNIC.—A very successful union Sab- bath School picnic of the Presbyterian,* and Methodist churches of Chiselhurst, was held in Mr. Keefer's grove, on Thursday, the 24th June. The weather was all that could be desired, hence there was a large gathering of all ages, from the smallest child to the oldest men and women, all of whelp seemed to enjoy the picnic immensely. The pupils assem- bled at their respective, schools and marched to the grounds, where amuse- ments awaited them ie the shape of swings, &c. Two choirs were in attend- ance, viz., Chrselhurst and Hensall, and discoursed sweet musin which seemed to be duly appreciated by the large number of people who had assembled on the grounds. Mr. Torrence addressed a few appropriate words to the pupils, then they , were dismissed until tea time. When the tea tables were set they presented a delightful appearance, and we think should satisfy the appetite of the most fastidious epicurean, both for quality Every Department IS COMPLETE FOR THE— Summer Trade. "SPECIAL!" A la of AMERICANI PRINTED MUSLINS (warranted fast in color) at a remarkably low price. Also White and Cream- Muslins In Checks and Stripes, Swiss Spots, Lace Effects, &t. E. McFAUL, THE CASH DRY GOODS AND MIL- LINERY HOUSE, SEAFORTH, - 'ONT again partaking of refreshments the meeting adjourned till—next 1st of July.. —Com. Wroxeter. THE SCHOOL.--SChool closed here on - Friday last for the holidays. Quite a number of the senior pupils go to Har- riston to try for certificates. We have no doubt but they will do well and show where they came from. BRIEFS'. —The Masonic Lodge, of this. place, attended the funeral of their de- ceased brother, Wm. Wilson, of Ford- wich, in a body. There were also quite a number of citizens there. It took place on Tuesday, 29th ult., he having died Sunday previous.—Rev. Father- Chiniquy spoke to a crowded house on Wednesday evening, 30th ult. The Presbyterian church was well filled and everyone was well repaid for .being there.—Parties bringing in large straw berries, early potatoes, peas and apples for our inspection to be reported in next issue will please bring them in before - Monday's proceedings. OUR CELEBRATION.—The 1st of July celebration in this place was everything that could be desired and the managers deserve a great deal of praise and thanks for the harmonious manner in which the' proceedings were carried out. The base ball matches were really the principal fea- ture of the day, though the athletic sports - claimed a good deal of attention. The home team won first money, beating Teeswater by 13 to 38; Mildmay 3 to 18, the former team took second money, Mildmay refusing to play off with them, though we have no doubt if Mildmay had played with them they would. have taken second but it was first money they wanted and fully expected to get, and they really presented a fine appearance by themselves until put beside our boys, they then passed to second place. Quite a number of people witnessed the games, with a good sprinkling of the fair sex, which must have encouraged the boys wonderfully. We think now that we have the best base ball nine in the county. The following is the list of the successful competitors in games; Standing jump—lst, Deber, 11 feet 101e inches; 2nd, T. McLaughlin, 11 feet 3 inches. Running jump—lst, T. McLaughlin, 19 feet t inch; 2nd, R. Linton, 19 feet inch. Running hop, step and jump—lst, T. McLaughlin, 40 feet 5 inches; 2nd, R. Linton, 39 feet 10 inches. Running high jump—T. McLaughlin and Re Linton, ties, 5 feet. Back -hold wrestle—Ist, R. Pearcy ; 2nd, R. MeCosh. Side -hold. wrestle - 1st, R. Pearcy; 2nd, R. McCosh. Put- ting 13 -pound shot—lst, G. F. Gibson, 40 feet 7-t- inches; 2nd, John Bone, 35 feet 51 inches. l00 -yard race—Ist, T. McLaughlin; 2nd, Geo. F. ,Gibson. Boys' I00 -yard race—lst, IL Johnston; 2nd, J. Gibson. Steeple chase -1st, C. Steele • 2nd, J. Ballantyne. Walking pole—Albert Kaake. Horse tret—lst, R. King; 2nd, W. J. Brumpton. Lucknow. promotion examinations were held due holidays daOyusr astPublicwee k .SchTohl tNhe°T cloBseRcl.for'"F: in the week. The pupils of the High School were up for second-class exam- ination at Kincardine last week.—The weather is very hot and dry. Some fan mers have commenced their haying: The crop will be rather light in this Vr cinity. The spring crops look fairly. — The Rev. Mr. Nugent, of Berlin, the new pastor of the Methodist church, preached his induction sermon last Sab- bath morning very acceptably.—Mr. F. McDonald, who has been operator in the telegraph office here for the past two - years left a few days ago for BrautfOra to fill a similar position there. --The au- -nual games of the Lucknow Caledonian Society were held in this village on Do- minion Day and were fairly attended, Quite a number of the leading athlete& were present, and the games, op the whole were a success. —Rev. Mr. Turnbull preached the annual sermon for the special benefit of the Masonic fraterntly in Listowel, 00 Sabbath 27th ult. —Mr . R. W. Keeler who has done business, as a shoemaker in Mitchell for a number of years has been successful in effecting a satisfactory compromfue, - n with his creditors, and has opened Ow again ihis old stand.. —Mr. G. I. Riddell and Mr. Maher' - son, teachers for some time in St. 'galls Collegiate Institute, having severed their connection with the school, were VI; sented on the closing day with Ilanu some presents by the pupils. IGTITEENTEE YEAR. IlirOOLE NUMBER 970. PST .OPENED cm - --AT TIIE— oheap Cash Stor, Dress GoodS, Fon' ts, Corsets, Bustles, Buttons, gentle Oman -len -its, Silk Gloves, Dress Muslini,,, Gingharns, Hoop Skirts, Parasols, Dress Clasps, Mantle Silks, Cotton Hose, —AND A GREAT MANY— too numerous to mention. Call and them, at the Cheap Cash S —OF— Hoffman & Corn pa Cardno's Block, Seaforth. NOTICE. .Gur Monthly Fashion Sheet jui hand, and those wanting one will p call and. get one before the supply out.. —A horrible discovery was mad Jobe „Forrest, a Grand Trunk raj fireman, while bathing in Kettle C south of the Air Line bridge,St. tin He caught eight of a bundle, an pulling it frorn the water and openii discovered the body of ae, infant, 1, had been first wrapped in a copy Detroit newspaper and. then enve in a sheet. The body was very decomposed. There was a catgut tied around the bundle, to which attached a small stone. The hod: that of a fully developedinfant, three months old. The child had in the water about twenty-four 1 and met its death through foul r some days before it was placed i water. The Detroit paper, in the corpse was wrapped was of date. The police are working on —Says the Kincardine Review ; Humes, uncle Of Mr. Wm. Reckh lived in this locality at least :33 He is now 80 years of age. 101 years ago he parted with his b William, now 85 years of age. 'NV has wandered all over the confiner] for years was employed by circut aglivinge agers. inL a thet t er lgyr, e ha to Nsv t ae vteer , 0 fh he ehww Little or no tidings of each oth< been known to these brothers • their separation. -Last week, hoi John was surprised by receiving from his long separated brother. sixty years intervening since the had clasped hands ! What chang evolved in that tine! The meet these two tottering old men, sta.nt the brink of the grave, is said t been most affecting. attended justir aRRobert returnednee rfromofScott,i aafGat visitdoston et sSC4 m.pi' meetings in Glasgow. Mr. Scott ing to secure a. good seat, atartl hours before the time appointed - Gladstone's arrival, and then every seat occupied and a packed in every' conceivable where a view of the great orator be obtained. The scene on Mr stone mounting the platform scribes as marvellous. The dem rose as one man every house toi direetions overlooking the ein Packed, and the cheering and hn almost deafening. . Mr. Gladstor pearance indicated a buoyant f, and his speaking as being withou but the mass of people was so i that many of them were unable —The eastern train on the C Patific Railway, which left Port at 3 c' -clock Wednesday, 7th in -was due in Montreal the followii dfoiYite' weather had caused the h iipiratihrsemi .fecretotoomi ubDenwithboenixaid serious ,.sprincipal be1, occurred which soon spread th ct:natflatghreattrioa: wla'shedeintense . heia, -the rails to warp, and the rel consisted of a baggage and m': and tbfiiregstgtacsleeper,agl iaensaswnwsodl et hmledpahei all the rTpthmwee,sei with hid) , considerable distance from th safely if the rens had not been :ed list) gienrgs three trainiir leave t h ,was saved. None of , and second-class cars, were- -(11