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The Huron Expositor, 1890-02-21, Page 88 EDWARD CASH, IS NOW BUYING FINE FALL BUTTER —In Prints and Rolls.— Also Tallow, Hides, Sheep Skins and Furs of all kinds. Also Two Large Grain Scales for sale cheap. Goderich Street, Seaforth. 1117 —STOCK -TAKING -H - CLEARING SALE,! Stook -Taking Clearing Sale neW going on at the Bargain 'Dry Goods and Clothing House, Seaforth. All esvinter goods a,t WHOLESALE COST for CASH Special prices all over the store. WM. PICKARD, T. Kidd's old stand, Seafdrth tioon txpogitor. DISTRICT MATTERS. THE HUROli providing the required accommodation , whether by enlarging the present churo h building -or erecting a new one, this committee to report at a congregational meeting tobeheld at an early date. _It was also -decided to take a vote of the congregation by -ballot to ascertain whether 'or not it is the wish of the members to seeure the services of a per- manent assistant for the present pastor. A resolution was also passed guarantee- ing the sum of $160 towards the support of a missionary in. the Northwest in addition to the other schemes of church work formerly provided for. ANNIVERSARY MEETING.—The anni- versary meeting of the Young Men's Christian Association was held in Card - no's Hall on Wednesday evening last. The attendance was large, the hall being filled. It was a very interesting and profitable meeting. The chair was oc- cupied by the indefatigable President, Mr. T. O. Kemp. The song service by the united church choirs of the town was very pleasing. Interesting and ep- propriate addresses were delivered by Mr. Treneman, Mechanical Superintend.: ent of the Grand Trunk Shops at Strat- ford, and by Rev. Mr. Casson and Rev. A. D. McDonald, of town. The report of the Secretary, which was read', shows, the Association to be still prospering and to be doing an excelleut work. This meeting will, no doubt, be the means of creating greater ineerest in the Associa- tion, and will aid in atilt further in- creasing its,beneficial influence4 PROPERTY CHANGE., ---We understand that Dr. Hanover has disposed of his brick residence to Mr. Stephen Lamb, of Morris, for the SUM of $I,200; this includes the stable on opposite aide of street. Mr. Lamb has secured a nice property cheap, and we are glad to web comehim to town. • SOCIAL.—A social will be held- in the Temperance Hall in this town on Wed- nesday evening next, February 26th, under the auspices or Huron Lodge, Independent Order of Good Tempters. An excellent programine, consisting of readings, recitations, vocal and instru- mental music, and everything Constitut- ing a good evening's entertainment, has been provided. There will be an inter- mission, when cake,- coffee, Sm., will be served. Every one; should come and• spend a pleasant, profitable and enjoy-, able evening. MR. COOPER'S SALE,—ThEi auction sale of thoroughbred stock on the farni of Mr. Win. Cooper, Mill Road, Tuck- ersmith, on Wednesday last was very largely' attended. The bidding, how- ever, was somewhat slow. The stock was good and in drat -class shape, but the prevailing hard times seemed to deter purchasers from paying ss high as they should de for stock of this charac- ter. A splendid three year old cow was purchased by Mr. Wm. Stodkdale, of Stanley, and Messrs. John Burns, Rib- bon •' Thomas Govenlock, Mcraillop ; Robert McMordie, Kippen • John Baker and Conrad Fouit, Zurich', each pur- chased a thoroughbred bull calf. A two year old mare was purchased by Mr. John McKeuzie, of Tuckersmith, for $112 ; the sheep sold at frOm $25 to $37 per pair, and a breeding Berkshire sow sold for $25. The sale wails conduct- ed by Mr. James Oke, of Exeter. SALVATION ARMY MATTERS.—Major Philpott, Divisional officer, ;paid his first visit to the Seaforth corps of the Salvation Army on Thursday last week. He is a clever, earnest and enthusiastic officer and the soldiers her will be pleased to welcome him back again soon. —Quite a number of people in this town will remember Staff -Captain VanAllen, the good-natured'and musical Salvation Army officer who frequently visited Seaforth a year or two ago, and will be pleased to learn that he was married on the 23rd December last, td Captain Langtry, formerly of Barrie and who at one time had charge of the Army at Blyth. Both these officers w nt out to Ind a as volunteer workers in the Army in November 1888. The tiler iage took place at Kandy,Ceylen, Sout ern India. —Lieut. Loftus Stark, of the cashier's department, Headquarters, T route, son of Mr. S. Stark, ofSeaforth,f has been promoted to the dignity an office of, Captain. SPEAKING WELL OF A SEAFORTH Bo. —The gentleman alluded to in the fol- lowing complimentary notice from the Brussels Post is a son of Mr. Robert Willis of this town. The Post says: "Next week W. H. Willis closes up his boot and shoe store in Brussels. Thie move was rendered.necessary owing to the purchase of an old established busi- nese in Mitchell which he takes posses- sion of at once. During Mr. Willis' stay in town he has made a great many friends, both in and out of business,who will regret his departure. He will be missed by the choir of the Methodist church in which he sang tenor. He was also organist in the Sunday School, and did his part in a most acceptable and pleasing manner. The Post joins with a generally expressed wish of prosperity attending him in his new home. We hope to see him back about once a month or so—Harry has cousins,in this locality, you know." the town would be thoroughly lighted. —Mr. Andrew Calder, who has been prostrated by a severeattack of la grippe iff recovering. Mr. Calder has been having a serious time of it, having -been confined to his residence for sever- al months, first with a sore leg, latterly with the prevalent trouble.—Prof. Wm. Wilcox, of St. Thomas, the Catarrh Specialist of America, is at the Royal hotel, Seaforth. The Professor zorries well recommended. He can be seen till Monday evening February 24. —Mr. Neil Currie, an old ,Harpurhey boy, has been appointed by the Presi- dent of the United States; Post Master at Currie Murray county, Minnesota. —The Rev. Dr. Laing, osf Dundas, preached two very able ormons to large congregations in the Presbyterian church last Sabbath. This is the first time Dr. Laing has preached in Seaforth, and we are sure many would be greatly pleased to welcome him hack again. Mr. D. D. Wilson's teams have been drawing ice from the Egmondville dam this week. The ice is not good this year.—"The original and only \pean, the gifted and refined vocalist, humor- ist," &c., supperted by' a "superb com- pany Of select artists," will appear in Cardno's hall for three nights com- mencing with this evening.—We are sorry to learn that Mr. John Steet is still confined to his home through indis- position, but we hope soon to see him behind Mr. Jarnieson's counter again.— Mrs. D. McIntyre is spending a week with friends in Mitchell.—Mr. George Patterson is attending the Grand Lodge of United Workmen convened in Tor- onto this week.—A party of twenty Seaforth ladies and gentlemen drove out to Mr. Wm. G. Broadfoot's resi- dence, in Tuckersmith, last Tuesday evening, returning in the "wee sma' hours." They were most pleasantly and hospitably entertained, by Mr. and Mrs. Broadfoot and all enjoyed a happy time.—The Good Tempters of this town drove down in a body' to Mitchell, Thursday evening, last week, paying a fraternal visit to their brethren in that •town. A large deputation from the ciety in Stratford were also making the meeting a most and profitable one.—Dr. Mac - have his new drug store in Y. M. C. A. NOTICE.—All members of the Music Cirole are particularly requested, to attend next Monday evening's practice, wben conclusions regarding second quarter will be announced. The evening class and all taking part in the first concert to be given on the 10th of March, will kindly attend practice for same without incurring further obligation. Dr. Campbell will address a meeting for young men only, in the rooms ' on Wednesday evening:, February 26th, when he will tell them how to cultivate strength, how to preserve it and how to use it. All invited. The report of the delegates to the Provincial Convention at Brantford will be given at the next open meet- ing, Wednesday evening, March .6th, in the • Rooms. Membership subscriptions now due for the current year: R. FAMIABT, Treasurer. 1168 DOG LOST —Lost, on Tuesday, 1'03- • nary 18th, a Black Water Spaniel, about one yt ar and a half old, with a collar and tag on. The finder will greatly oblige by leaving it at E. McFatrils store, Seaforth. 1165x1 HOUSE TO RENT.—To rent, a comfor- table and commodious residence, pleasantly situated on Goderich street, and ()entail:0g all ordinary conveniences, such as hard and soft water, &c. Apply to the proprietor,SAMUEL SCARLSTr, or to JAMES BRATrIg, Seaforth. HYMENEAL—Quite a crowd assembled at the station Wednesday afternoon to witness what appeared to be very in- teresting scene, viz., the embarking on board the east bound train of two newly - wedded. couples. The principal actors in one of the parties were Mr.' and Mrs. John Wilson, of McKillop. The latter a 'couple of hours previouslyi was Mies Ellen D. Scotadaughter of James Scott, Esq., of Roxboro, tvIcKillep:- Beth bride and groom have scores of friends - who wish them the greatest meed of happiness and prosperity in the voyage of life upon which they have just enter- . ed. They will return in a few days from their wedding trip and will settle down on their fine farm on the town line between McKillop and Hulliftt, where we trust they will continue to reside and always be regarded as,gded, worthy and honored citizens, neighbors and friends. The other couple who divided the interest of the occasion mad engaged the attention of all on -lookers were Mr. and, Mrs. Frank W. Toung. !The bride, Miss Mary A. Wright, is the daughter of a well-known and much respected resident of Seaforth, Mr. Richard Wright. She has many ftiends here who regret losing from their midst an amiable and sprightly companion, and whose good wishes follow her to her new homelnear Gorrie, :where . Toung is well aud faorindibly lenown We join with the numerous friends of both coup- les in wishing them many present and future joys and all the .proeperity this world can affords CHURCH MEETING.—The ennual con- gregational meeting of the Elirst Presby- terian church, Seaforth, aeas held on • Monday ei ening last. 'The reports from the several departments of church work were read and adopted. Their re- . ports ahow the. congregation to be in a moat prosperous condition.From the reports we also learn that the member- ship of the church is now something over 540, also that during the past year there was contributed 'for general church purposes the sum of $2,902, and , for the schemes of the church $850, making the total contrihetions of the eoueregation for the year $3,752. The fact- of the lack of church .e.coommoda- tion for the requirements or, the congre- gation was strongly emphasized in the reports of the Session and Managing Committee, and a committee was ap- . pointed to get full particulars and to re- port the best and cheapeet Means of 1153-4 JAMES TWITCHELL, of Clinton, has secured three cars of shingles which he is sell ing cheaper than ever. Good Shingles for 70 cents per bunch. 1158-3 sister s present, pleaeant kid will John Logan's old stand opened on Sat- urday, and the business will be under the management of Mr. Downs, of Stratford. The doctor will -still con- tinue his medical practice, as the stock he is bringing in is that of his late brother of Brantford. — .The many friends of Mr. E.IMaitul'svill be pleased to learn that his.health is otill improv - ing in the Sunny South, where he is yet sojourning. Front street. Is any ne going to leaVe single misery.—The so (al at Mr. Joseph Robinson's under the uspices of the Methodist Sabbath Scliool, was well at-, iesori is spending is old friends in going to Mani - Donald, of Clin- MATRIMONIAL. — A pleaeing event took place at the residence- of Mr. Moore Boyd, North lelain Street, Sea - forth, on the evening of Thursday, 13th inst. This was a double wedding. Mr. Boyd's youngest daughter, Emma Mild- red, was united in marriage to Mr. John Robb, of Brussels. The bride was assist- ed by Miss Bertie Snell, of Jamestown, while the groom was supported by his brother, Wm. Robb. The other con- tracting -parties were Mr. Wm. Hall Boyd and Miss Ellen Calder, eldest daughter of Mr. A. Calder of this town. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. McDonald, satisfactorily to all tolicerned. After the went congratu- lations the happy party repaired to the diningroom where a sumptuous and taste- fully gotten up wedding supper was in waiting andto which ample justice was donee The presents wee numerous and cestly, showing the .high esteem in eseich both parties were held by their Mends and acquaintances. After spend- ing a pleasant evening all took their several ways homeward, happy to have mg -eon such an occasion. Oome along, who will be the next ?—Coei. tended.—Mr.John Ja a few weeks among li Granton previous to hi toba.—The Melees Mc ton, are home enjoying a few well earn- ed holidays.—Miss Gioodie Marks is visiting friends in Wingham. McKillop. ENTERTAINMENT.—The literary society of school section No. 4, kcKillop, will hold their second annual public enter - 1 house on the 28th inst. The of vocal and in - choice selection s and dialogues. A small admission fee will be charged and proceeds will be used for the benefit of the school. All are pordially invited. A GOOD SALE.—The auction sale of the effects of the late David Dorrence, jr., took place on his farm near Winth- rop, on Tuesday last. Itwas one of the most successfulsales that have been held in the township this Beeson. There was a large attendance of people and very good prices were realised, every animal tainment in the scho evening of Friday the programme will consis etrumental music and of readings, recitatio Kippen. NEWS NOTES. —Mr, Robert McMordie and his nephew, W. C. McMordie, re- turned from their trip to Ireland on Friday evening last. They report ,hav- ing had a very pleasant time. The re- turn passage from Queenston to New York was made in six day.—Mr. John McNevin has moved his family to this place and is again in charge of the Kip - pen mills. We welcome Mr. McNevin and family to our midst and bespeak for him a liberal patronage.—The annual misaionary service will be held in the Methodist church here next Sabbath at 2:30 p. rh. Rev. F. W. Campbell, of Holmesville, will take charge of the meeting and in his usual able manner give us a missionary address worth listening to.—We are looking forward to Tuesday .evening next 25th inst. when we hope to enjoy a rare treat. sacred concert, under the auspicea of the Kippen Auxiliary Women's Foreign Missionary Society, will be held on that evening in the Presbyterian &lurch. The ladies are sparing no pains to make this a success. Anexcellent programme, consisting of readings, 'addresses, recita- tions and music has been prepared. We trust the friends in this neighbor- hood will turn out en mime. LoOAL BRIEFs.—Mr. W. N. Watson has sold the McLaughlin cottage on North Main street to Mr. Wm*. Gilles- pie for $700.—Mr. Robert Govenlock, of McKillop, has shown us a letter of recommendation given to his father, Mr. John Govenlock, written by Lord Napier on the 20th December, 1833. This ancient document is still in a, good state of preaervation.—Mr. George Trott had the misfortune to fall on the ice on Wednesday morning and broke his right arm at the wrist.—The second meeting for this season, of the South Huron Farmers' Institute will be held at Varna on Friday and Saturday, March 7th and 8th.—Mr. Gardiner, son of Mr. John Gardiner, formerly 'of Hib- bert,is at Present visiting friends in Shia vicinity) ; The Gardiner family have been residing in Iowa for about ten years, and we are glad to learn have prOspered there.—The oyster supper under the auspices of the Women's Christian Temperance Union on Friday evening last was well patronised, ancl the sum of $25 was realized after paying all expenses, which will go to aid the poor.—The citi- zens were considerably startled ,on Wednesday evening by the blowing of the fire alarm whistle. It turned out, however, that it was only the burning of a chimney on a house near Kidd's Salt works.—Old George the Hatter, as he is familiarly known, and who has been in the habit of paying periodical visits to the town for the past ten years,. was here last week and for the • first- time was perfectly sober when he came: and remained in that condition 'during his visit—Mr.Richard Wright was here this week from Woodstock. He came to pay his family a visit and to attend the marriage of his second daughter.— The streets have been illuminated by the electric lights for the past week. The lights seem to work satisfactorily and with one or two additional lamps and article put up, h The young stallion, " purchased by Mr. Pete A breeding niare sold mon yearling colt for $ for $60, and the other tionate prices. Cows to $42.50; two year old steers from $36 to $39, and sheep from $18 to eding sow sold s averaged $5.10 realised the snug be sale was con- ving been sold. ord Fleet," was Dodds for $625. or $151; a corn- ; a spring foal orees at propor- rought from $35 $22 per pair. A br for $21, and store pi each. The whole sale sum of $2,192.95. ducted by Mr. W. G. Duff, auctioneer, of Seaforth and all parties inter- ested were highly pleassed, as they well might be, at the business -like and suc- cessful manner in which he conducted affairs. This is the ;second sale Mr. Duff has conducted in this township, and he has made a splendid success of both of them and, will soon, we have no doubt, become quite popular in that line of business. to Bayfield and hope he will soon secure a large and lucrative practice.—Mrs. Wm. King is visiting her relatives in Bay City, Michigan.—On Monday even- ing of this week a large number of Goderich township residents, drove in and • had a surprise party at. the resi- dence of Rev. Mr. Bill, and presented him with a load of oats. DEATH OF A CLERGYMAN.—At his residence, Bayfield village, on Friday evening, 14th inst., Rev. George Jamie- son, aged 67 years. Deceased was born in Durnfrieehite, Scotland, and was edu- cated in Glasgow, finishing his education in Toronto. He came to Canada in 1842. He had taken charge of churches at Amherstburg, Aylmer (near Ottawa), Port Perry and Prince Albert. He also taught grammar school at Chatham. At the time of death be was officiating as pestor at Bayfield; and ,was beloved by all who were acquainted with him. He was unpretentiame in manner, but was a devout, sincere Christian, and in his day did good service for the Master. The funeral on Monday was very large, evidencing the esteem in which he was held. An impressive service was held at the Presbyterian church, which was draped for the occasion, Revds. Hill, of Bayfield, Hart and McConnell, of Varna, and Forrest, of Walton, taking part. Deceased will also be greatly missed by the Royal Tempters, he being at the head of the 4,ociety. The lodges of Varna and BaYfield attended and con- ducted their service at the grave. SoCIAL GATHERING/. — On Friday, evening last a number fof young people from this place and Vicinity spent a social evening at the ! residence of Mr. John Hinchley, jr., when the usual par- lor plays were participated in. A moat enjoyable evening was spent, some of the young men expressing a wish that at no distant day some of the plays may be played again. PLEASURABLE PARTY. --- One of the most pleasing, delightful and well -en- joyed evening parties of the season was held at the residence of Mr. Robert Armstrong on Friday evening last. Dancing and MUSL1 formed the chief at- tractions of the evening. Each and all, great and small, enjoyed themselves to the acme of felicity, no laggards being found within the preoincts of Mr. Arm- strong's well furnished residence. Every effect has a cause, and in this case the cause of such generel unity and good feeling prevailing throughout the com- pany was easily cognieant in the affability, hospitality and geniality of Mr.and Mrs. Armstrong; as host and hostess they are unexcelled. DEATH,011. A PIONEER. --L We are called upon to record the death of one of the oldest inhabitants of Tuckersmith, in the person of John McLeen, Sr., which eook place on the 7th inst., at the family homestead, adjoining Kippen at the age of nearly ninety years. kr. McLean was a native of Ayrshire, Scot- land. In the year 1824 he embarked on board a vessel destined for New York. After some weeks sailing the vessel sprung a leak, and after three weeks hard pumping they sighted a vessel which came to their rescue, took them on board and landed them in Hull, Yorkshire England. Mr. McLean , found his way to Liverpool, where he again Belled for New York, where he ar- rived after some weeks' sailing. He spent some time in seeing the northern States, after which he crossed over to Canada and purchased a farm neat To- ronto, Which he cultivated for a few years and which he afterwards sold, and removed to the farm on which he died. He was a man of sterling integrity, quiet and unessurning,and few were held in greater esteem by those who knew him meat intimately. He was one of the noble band of men who did well his part to make thin country what it is, a source of pride to all who inhabit it. His colleagues are fast disappearing from earth, but their memories will long livei bright and fresh in the hearts of thousands who are left behind.' He leeees behind him a family of three sons and a daughter to mourn his loss. His remains were interred in the Brumfield cemetery, where they were followed by a large Ooncourse of friends and ac- quaintances. Belgrave. OBITUARY. —Margaret M. Anderson, second daughter of Finlay Anderson, Esq., Deputy -Reeve of East Wawanosh, died on Monday last at the early age of 19 years and 9 months, after a lingering illness of some months. Death was caused by a complicated disease of the heart and lungs. • She was conscious to the last and perfectly resigned. Her last hours were epent in giving good ad- vice to her brothers and sisters as to how they should live. She was a most ami- able and exemplary young lady,' and her early demise is a severe bereavement to her parents and friends. The remains were interred in Brandon's cemetery on Wednesday. GOOD TEMPLARS.—At the last regular meeting of Belgrave Lodge No. 170, Independent Order Good Templars; the following were elected as officers for the quarter beginning at the present month: Chief T., Brother Win Del- garno ; Vice -Templar, Sister Annie Bone; Recording Secretary, Brother C. Michie; Assistant Secretary, Sister C. Meiklejohn ; Financial Secretary, Brother A. Hingstone ; Treasurer Sister Mary Walsh; Chaplain'Brother M. ' Brandon • Marshal,Srother John Budge; Deputy iarshal, Sister N. Lawrence; Guard, Brother Geo. Walsh; Sentinel, Sister Bengough ; Lodge Deputy, Brother D. Meiklejohn. The contest during the last quarter created consider- able interest in the Lodge and a large number of nevrthernbera were enrolled. rhe number of members in good stand- ing on the roll is now about 60 and the lodge is in a very prosperous condition. Sides have again been called and another contest will take place during the pre- sent quarter, each side will furnish the pro- gramme of entertainment for each night in turn, and for which marks will part of, lot 23, second concession. For the last twenty years he has been living with his soli, Mr, John Carneron, at whose residence he died. He was a man of sound constitution, and having ex- cellent eyesight lin was usually employ- ed by the gentry during the shooting season in watching and finding their game. He was a life-long Reformer and. a consistent member of the Presbyterian church, Brumfield, of which Rev. J. II. Simpson is pestor. His children are all married. One son is in California, another in Carson City, Nevada, and one in Stanley. His daughter is the wife of Mr. George Bairdeir„ d Stanley. The high respect and estimation in which he was held was shown by the large number of friends and acquaintances, who met to perform the last rites and follow his remains to their laet resting place in Baird's Cemetery. . Brussels. Three or four first class farms for sale cheap, also several village lots and houses for sale cheap and on easy terms. Apply to F. S. SCOTT, Brussels P. 0. 1.155 4 THE MCLAUGHLIN ,ESTATE. — The goods and chattels of the estate of Don- ald McLeughlin were sold last week and realized the sum of $1,300. The 50 acres -of swamp land was also sold at the sale to Jas. Duncan for $710. F. S. Scott was the auctioneer, The corner farm was sold the following day to James Ire- land, of Morris, for $5,260, which is con- sidered by everyone a good sale'but Mr. Ireland has got a splendid farm. All the property of the estate being now disposed of, the assignee will be able to distribute the assets as soon as the monies come into his hands,and will pay a fair dividend. Varna. NOTES;—Miss Ade Armstrong is visit - leg friends in the vieinity of London.— Mr. and. Mrs. George Stewart are also visiting friends at Summer Hill.—Mr. W. Johns, cabinetmaker, has moved into and opened out a furniture store in Arm- strong's building. elle has a good stock of yery fine furniture. THE LAST SAD BITEs.—The funeral of the Rev. Mr. Jamieson, of Bayfield, took place on Monday last, and a large number of the members of the Varna Council of Royal Templare attended and took part'in the ceremony and paid the last tribute of respect to the deceased brother, who was held in very high esti- mation by the Varna Council. His re- main" were interred in the Bayfield cemetery. CONCKRT. —On Friday evening last Mr. J. Murray, of Seaforth, held a con- cert in the town hall. The evening was wet, roads sloppy, and altogether a most unfavorable night for the occasion. However, quite a number put in an ap- pearance, and. were not disappointed. A lengthy programme was on the table, and the enchores made it considerably longer. The >Misses Oaks and Mr. F. G. Oaks from Clinton sang several selec- tions in their usual good style. The Seaforth Orchestra ialayed several choice selections, which were well received. A new feature -for Varna concerts was the step dancing of Mr. W. McLeod from SeafOrth. The sailor's hornpipe and Irish jig were done up in first-class style, and elicited the applause of the entire audience. Mr. McLeod's songs were also highly apprecisted, besides a host of other songs. Space will not permit to enumerate the full list. Brucefleld. LOCAL HAPPENINGS.—The SaCr&Men- tal services in Union church last week was largely attended. Excellent sermons were preached on Friday and Monday by 'Revs. D. M. Ramsay, B. D., of Londesboro and S. Acheson, Of Kippen. Dr. J. N: Cadieux's lectures under the auspicfes 9f the Royal Tempters, were well- attended, and were highly appreci- ated. The Doctor is a happy speaker, a cultured gentleman, and handles his subjects well.—The Royal Tempters in- tend having asocial at Mr. James Dal- las', 2nd concession of Tuckersmith, on Tuesday evening March 4th. A grand time may be expected, as full prepara- tions are being made.—The local branch No. 66, of the Equal Rights Association, Brucefield, intends holding a public meeting in the Temperance hall, on Fri- day evening February 28th. Speakers from a dietance are expected. Friends and opponents of the movement are .cordially invited.—There are quite a nnmber of cases of la grippe in and around the village.—A nice new home is rapidly approaching completion on NOTES.—Some of our citizens have evidently got tired of our nice little town, and even of our fair Dominion. As they have gone to Uncle Sam, and when none was looking for their de- parture, and leave behind several sor- rowing friends who are poorer, if wiser, by their intercourse with them. The par- ties are Arthur Veal mad W.'J. Hunter.— F. C. Rogers has leased the shop re- cently occupied by Willis, from Dr. Holmes, who is putting in a plate glass front, and by April 1st, Mr. Rogers will again be in iull blast as a dry goods merchant—Several of the persons who disturb the Salvation Army, narrowly escaped a taste of the law by promptly apologizing to the Captain and promis- ing good behavior in future. They had better adhere to the promise, and others shonld take warning or they will be sorry if they don't. Beneath A Grand Sacred Concert will be held in Carmel Presbyterian Church on Monday evening, February 24th. For furthet particu- lars see posters and programmes. Admission, 26 cents; children under twelve, 16 cents. This Sacred Concert will be one of the best ever held in Remelt and will be well worth attending. 1168 LOCAL NOTES. —If variety i je the spice of life we have it right here in Hensall in the weather line.—Rev. GI Cuthbert - son, of Wyoming, and Moderator of the Synods of London and Hamilton, will preach the anniversary services iz Car- mel Presbyterian church on Sabbath first, February 23rd, morning and even- ing.—Rev. J. S. Henderson, of this place, was in Melbourne this week visit- ing members of his late charge there.— be given according to the number and — ear. and Mrs. J. C. !Stoneman are this class of selections rendered. Each new week visiting relatives and friends in member brought in by the respective sides will count 50 marks. It is ex- pected that the membership will . be greatly increased before spring as much interest is centered itt the present con- test. Bayfield. NOTES. —Miss A Beattie of Clinton is in town.—Miss Mary Huston has. returned from a pleasant vacation in Listowel.—Leave your subscription for the " EXFORTOR " with Frank Edwards agent for Beyfiele and vicinity.—Mr. James lidaton . has purchased a fine $300 team.—Mrs T. 3.-Moorehouse has returned from several weeks' vacation in Pinconning Michigan.—We are pleas- ed to see that Dr. Stanbury has recover- ed from hie late illness and is able to attend his patients again.—A number of our young people attended a party last week week in Stapleton at the home of Miss Hattie Fordon. Those from Bayfield were Messrs. John Gemeinhard, John Morgan, John Devidson, Harry Dar - rah, Harry King and Walter Stalker', Misses E. Erwin, Kate, Ahrens and Maggie Connell.—Miss Ilene !Roth en- tertained a number of her particular friends witha party one evening last week. ---The boys are having quite a time exercising the bronchos.—Mr. Hugh McLeod is busily engaged build- ing a new fish bot.—Business is driv- ing at Jesse Card's shoe shop, driving pegs.—The skating was good on the pond Saturday night and enjoyed by all, especially Frank Keegan.—We under- stand Dr. Nichol, who has practised here for the pest five or six years, has disposed of his property here and will &ion, with his family, remove to where' they formerly resided. His successor is Dr., W. IL Wright, C. M.'graduate Victoria Cellege 1885; College of Phyoicianer and gurgeoas, 1885 New York Post -Graduate College and Hos- pital, 1890. We welcome Dr. Wright W alton. TEA MEETING. —A tea -meeting will be held at Duff church, Walton, on the evening of Tuesday, March 4th. Rev. Mr. Murray, of Kincardine, will deliver a most interesting lecture on his "European tour." The neighboring clergymen will also be present and add to the interest of the occasion. Refresh- ments will be served from half -past six to eighto'clock,when the chair will be taken by the pastor, Rev. Mr. Forrest. The Seaforth Presbyterian Church choir will have charge of the music. • Dublin. • NOTES.—The village school has been closed for two weeks owing to the ill- ness of Mise McKenna, teacher.—Rev. Dean Murphy is recovering from . a severe attack of the prevalent disease. —Dr. Towle was suddenly summoned to his mother's bedside at St. Marys last week. We are glad to hear, however, that she has improved. — bir. John Ryan and family removed to Detroit cm Monday of this week. Fordwich. NOTES. —Our Reeve, Mr. Cook, is down with la grippe, also our second deputy.—Mr. Gagner is very low with congestion of the luogs. —The Rev. Mr., Pring is laid up with la grippe.— Teams are now busily engaged drawing bricks 'for the new Methodist church in -Ford- wich.—Mr. James Bell has a yearling filly colt which weighs 1,300 lbs. She • is a good one and was sired by " Gold." Ettel. 'FBB*111.TATIT 21) 1890. E. McFaul's LEARING SALE Two Weeks Only In the course of a few weeks we expect our shelves and ceounteri to be filled with new and season- able goods for the Spring Trade and in order to make room for these anfl prepare our stock for the coming season, we will sell for the next two weeks the balance of our Wihtor ,Sock at and about London and Lambeth. We wish them a very plea.sant time.— Mr. Samuel White, wlao was recently in the employ of *r. Wm. Pickard, of Seaforth, and who resigned his position, is in the village this week at hie father's, Mr. James White, the well-known horse buyer.—Dr. McTavish was in the v'llage \k, recently on a visit, looking hale and hearty.—Prof. Brush, of Fingal, he celebrated horse trainer, was here this week giving exhibitions with his *three trained horses, and breaking in and training horses brought to him..—Our respected townsman, Mr. John A. Mit- chell, with commendable enterprise, is enlarging and otherwise Improving his dwelling.—Your correspondent was re- cently made the recipieut of some maple molasses made in the month of January last by Mrs. Thos. Dick, of the Blind Line, Hay, the quality and flavor of which would please the greatest epicur- ean. If any reader of THE Exposrron. has made any earlier in the Bemoan and think they can beat it, (of which we are very doubtful) we are willing at the same time to give theirs a fair trial and report results. -- Mr. Daniel Bell, ;youngest son of Mr, James Belt, of the London Road, who was recently attending the High &hod and Model School at Clinton and who secured a second class certificate, has recently been engaged as principal teacher in School Section No. 13, Stephen and Hay. As he has, been a clever student we have no doubt he will make a good teacher and give excellent satisfaction. We wish him success.— Mrs. •R. Coad and children are this week in ,W ingham on a visit.—On Wed- nesday this week while Mr. George Blackwell, son of Mr. Thomas Black- well, of Hay, was engaged in chopping in the woods a limb from a tree fell -on his head with great force completely stunning him and severely injuring his nose. Medical aid was at once sum- moned and we are pleased to learn that he Lis getting on as well as could be expected. MR. MILNE'S SHORT HORNS.—Mr. David Milne the well known breeder of this place, has recently made the fol- lowing sales of Shorthorns : To Elias Wallis, of Stirling Falls, Ontario, one yearling bull; to R. Dillworth, Ethel, two heifer calves ; to Roderick Grey, McKillop, a young bull; to Edward Turner, Tuckersmith, a young bull. All these are good stock and brought fair prices. Mr. Milne's herd' of Short- horns now numbers 35 head, with six cows to come in yet. His calves from Perfection and R -ed King are very promising. Wholesale Cost IR, CA.8171 E. McFAUL, SEAFORTII. MEV grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Shorts, She intends going back next week.— We are sorry to report that Miss Rogers is on the sick list this week. She is suffering from a relapse of the influenza. We hope to see her around_ soon.—A special meeting of the Goa' Templars was called last Wednesday night to - prepare a programme for an entertains ment at Belgrave on the 24th of Feb- ruary. Stanley. DEATH OF A PIONEER.—On the 9th inst„ Mr. John Cameron Sr., one of the first settlers on the 2nd concession of Stanley, passed peacefully away, after a short illness of about a week, having reaphed the good age of 88 years. Mr. Cameron was a native of Perthshire, Scotland.. He passed his youth in the same parish and in 1835 married Miss Christina Scott. His married life lasted happily for a period of fifty three years, his wifehaving died on April 9th, 1888. In the year 1845 he emigrated to Ameri- ca with a family of three sons and one daughter. He remained for five years inCharlottenburg,Glengarry County,and then settled in the township of Stanley in 1850. The line was then an almost unbroken forest, and for a number of years he lived on and cleared a great - •-•.-•••• ire Wingham. FORESTERS. — A'iCourt of the Inde- pendent Order of Foresters was formed here last Friday night with 27 members. to start with. The Court was organized by Mr. Dickson, of London. - The fol- lowing are the officers for the present term : William T. Yates, P. C.11,- W. E. Groves, C. R.; Rev. Mr.Moore- house, .Chaplain, T. A. Mills, F.C.; A. E. Smith, T.; J. Hutton, R. S, Sutherland, S. W,; J. Pheasant, J. R. Gideat, S. B.- R, Dreaver, J. 13_4 Ht. W. C. Meyer, V.C.R. NOTES.—The electric light was lit en. Monday night for the &et time. There is one light on the street, and it is intended to put up two more. There are 20 lights in the differentshops.—The Division court will be held here omTues- day next.—The stones are being laid on the grounds for the new town hall. The annual, game between President - John Inglis and Vice President S. Kent was played in the curling rink on Tues- day, two rinks a side:. The result was 15 in favor of Vice Kent. Harristow and Listowel play here on Friday first. —C. J. Reading, grocer, has sold out to R. A. Graham, of Morris, who is giv- ing up farming, and gets possession on the first alonday in. March.—John An- derson,our popular teacher, of Lower- Whigham, gave up school 011 Monday for a few days, on account of siekneu at his home and the death of his sister. Westfield. LOCAL HAPPENINGS. — Mr. T. ' 'R. Mitcheli has traded his blacksmith shop and harness shop, with eleven acres and house and barn thereon, to Mr. R. Ramsay for his 89 acre farm, on which is a house and barn. Mr. Ram- say intends hiring a man, and his son is going to learn the trade. We hope • Zurich. BRIEFS. --Rev. S.Haucle left for Cleve- land, Ohio, last Monday on business. He expects to be away all this week.— Miss Lizzie Geiger left a few days ago for Ann Arbor, Michigan, where she in- tends carrying on dressmaking.—Rev. F. Scharfe preached in the Evangelical - church last Sunday evening to s. good audience.—bast Wednesday being Ash Wednesday, there was service in the Lutheran church.—Division court wiss held in the town hall en VVednesday Wit, when a number of cases were ex• amined. Judge Doyle presided.—Mr.J. Wagner, of Michigan, was the guest of J. G-. Schluchter.—Mr. Kastner was the guest of his brother-in-law, Mr.E. Mur- ner.—J. K. Wing has been visiting his mother-in-law and other friends.—John Deichiert left for Michigan last Monday, where...he and his son intend to start a. harness shop.--Mr.Brush, horse trainers gave an exhibition in the village a fevr days ago': He had his horses well trained. ..Quite'a crowd attended. East Virawanosh. LA GRIPPE.—Ahnost every person in this vicinity has-been laid up with an attack of la grippe, your correspondent, among the rest. Several deaths haws also resulted from its effects, among them being that of Robert A. Taylors son of the late Robert Taylor. He wail first taken down with an attack of la grippe, which turned to inflammation of the lungs, and although everything ID medieel skill possible was done he rapid.' ly grew worse and died on Wednesday the 12th inst. He was buried on day in Brandon's cenietery. The fume he will be successful.—Rev. Mrleases ral was one of the litrgestin this tomtit'''. is going to commence revival meetings which in itself showed the esteem ie here next week. He is going to have a. which he WAS held by all who knewhine four days' meeting at the commence- Hie friends have the sympathy of thee ment—If many more of the choir of the new church leave they will have to fall back on the reliable.—The school children caused quite an exciting time last Friday afternoon. They had a contest. •Alice Hoover and Edith Campbell were captains for the sides. A number of young people came to hear them display their eloquence and all were greatly delighted at the way the children acquitted themselves. Mr. Robert Buchanan acted as judge for them and he decided in favor of Miss Edith's side. Westfield is noted for its talent but if the growing generation improves as mach in the future SB they Whole community in their sad bereave- ment. NOTES. —Mr. John Anderson left os - Friday last to visit friends in the vial. ity of Woodstock.—Mr, Lemon, Of Lynden1is at present visiting his friends on the 7th concession.—Archie MorU 800, formerly of Belgrave, is workieg with M. H. Harrison cutting cordwood. —Miss E. Bennett, who has been at the dress -making in Biyth for the past few enonthe has returned home.—Ar other great literary contest is on th. tapis. It is to be held on the last ni in February. The captains are do all they can to make it a. success.— have m the past, the coming generetion John McCalluxn, who was injured son* will be far in advance of the past one.— time ago by a log falling on his legs Mies Clara M. Shorts, of Buffalo, for- I sufficiently recovered to get mit ettoe merly of Westfield, is home visiting her I more. '