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The Huron Expositor, 1890-02-28, Page 8A - , THE. MORON EXPOSItOR, EDWARD CASH IS STILL BUYING— Hides, Sheep Skins; Tallow, and Raw Furs. • Oar Two Grain Scales -for sale cheap. Goderich Street, Se orth. 1117 —STOCK- AKING— CLEARIN SALE! Stock -Taking Clearing Sale now going on at the Bargain Dry Goods and Clothing House, Sea orth. All winter goods at WHOLESALE CST for CASH Special prices all ver the store. WM. PICKARD, , T. Kid 's old stand, Seaforth latran expogitor. DISTRICT 4ATTERS. • 4 SUCCESSFUL S UDENT.—We are pleased to learn that Mr. A. S. Atkin- son, of this town, ha J very succesefully passed his final examination at the Pennsylvania College Of Dental Surgery in Philadelphia, thus obtaining the de- gree of "doctor in dental surgery," which is the highest standing in dentis- try obtainable. Dr. Atkinson intends spending a few week e in town before leaving tor Montreal,'where he expects to practise his pro salon. We wish him every succeas. FOR YOUNG ME. -1 -The address de- livered by Dr. Cernpbell in the Young Men' a Christian• Asseciation rooms, •to yon.ng men, on Wednesday evening last, was a most sensible tkiid intereating one and was, replete with useful, practical information and a.dVice. There was a. large attendance of young men, and we hope the doctor will pontinite to Use his talents and influence in this most worthy cause. The meeting on -Wednesday evening next will be an open one, and the Associetioa c bluJty iavite a large attendance. The delegates to the , Provincial Convention, recently! held at _ Brantford, will give their repora which is expected to be full of interesting matter. There will also be song servese by the orchestra. THE Hos s Farial—The next horse and °Attie fair will be held in Seaforth on Wednesday next, the 5th of March. Mr. W. G. Duff will hold a free auction sale as usual for the benefit of 'all who stay desire to take advantage of it. It is expected that a large number . of buy- ers, both local and from a distance, will be in attendance. Thus far these fairs have been very successful and ia large number of animals have been clispoeed of through their instrumentality and we are informed at considerably better prices than would have been realised but for them. We hope, therefore, to see the usual large attendance and a good representation of stock on Wed- needay next. PRESENTATION.—On Wednesday even- ing of last week, Mrs.Wm. Sproat, jr., of Tuckersmith, was waited on at the residence of her mother, Mrs. Gemmill, by a number of the teachers and friends of the Egmonciville Presbyterian Church Sabbath School, and was presented, on behalf of the school, with a coniplimen- tary address and a large and handsome family Bible. Previous to her recent marriage Mrs. Sproat had long been an efficient and valued teacher and worker in the Sabbath,Sehool, and this,gift was a graceful and suitable acknowledgment of her services by her former co-workers, now that her connection with the school must necessarily cease. The visitors were .most hospitebly entertained by Mrs. Gemmill, and a very pleasant even- ing was -spent by all. FORESTERS' SOCIAL.—The Canadian Order of Foresters of this town held thoir annual social in the .,Oddfellows' hall on Tuesday evening last, and as usual spent a most pleasant social even- ing. At the appointed hour the com- pany sat down to the tables which were bouatifully supplied with all that is cal- culated to satisfy the inner man. This part concluded, the chair was taken by Mr. D. Stephenson, who introduced a most interesting musical and literary programme. The musical part consist- ed of solos, duetts, choruses, &c., by Mrs. Dr. Smith, Mrs. W. D. Bright, Miss Tyerman, Miss Ewing aid Mr. Jas. Scott and the Quartette Club. The selections were all good and fairly de lighted the audience. Suitable and pithy addresses were delivered hy Rev. A. D. McDonald and Dr. Bethune, and interesting readings by Dr. Campbell and Mr. Hale. The pleasant entertain- ment was brought to a close by all join- ing in singing "God Save ttie ,Queen " and prayer by Rev. A. D. McDonald. MELANCHOLY AND FATAL ACCIDENT. — it is our sad duty this week to chronicle the death of Mr. Samuel Scarlett, of McKillop, which toek place under very painful circumstances about noon -on Saturdamlast. He was at the stables attending to the cattle, and not; coming in to dinner at the usual time his daugh- ter went out to tell him to come in, when on entering the stable she found him lying in one of the stalls and a steer trampling on him. She immediately un- loosened the steer and ran for assistance. It was apparent from the surioundings that in attempting to untie the steer, it had struck him on the forehead with its horn, and he being stunned by the blow felt down in the stall, which so frighten - ea thc animal as to cause it t� jump about in an excited manner, trampiug on him in such a way as to cause instsnt 3 death. For, although the lc1 dent Must have happened very shor I before he was noticed, life was evident y then ex- tinct, and from the position iii Which he was found there had been no struggle after he had fallen. As there was no one present at the time but tie wife and daughter they were almost prostrated by the shock, and the news of the acci dent, as it rapidly spread, cast a gloom over the entire cormiumity. ' Mr. Scar- lett was a native of IrelaInd; was bornlon July lith, 1817, in the neighborhood of 1 , Newtown Battler, Fermanagh county, where he resided until he emigrated to this country, arriving with his wife and only child in Toronto on May 24th,1850. They resided for a time at Cookeville, about 16 miles west of Toronto. They moved to McKillop and settled .on the farm on which'they have since resided, in December,.1852. At that time the township was but sparsely settled, and the part in which they located an almost unbroken forest. Mr. Scarlett met the hardships and deprivations common to the early ifettlere with more than ordi- nary energy, and his industry and per- severing application to his business -was ultimatelY crowned with a measure of prosperity such as few in his calling ever attain to. By his integrity and honesty in dealing, and his genial and hospitable .disposition he won the respect and es - teeth of all who knew him, which • was strikingly evinced by the procession which followed the remains to their last resting place on Tuesday, it being one of • the largest, if not the lariat, that has ever assembled in this neighborhood. This is the first break made in a large and happy family of Rix grown up sons and three daughters, and is most keenly felt by all. We extend to the bereaved widow and family our deepest sym- pathy. This affliction falls particularly heavy upon the family, being followed by the death of Mrs. Scarlett's brather, Mr. John Thompson, of the third conoession of McKillop, which took place about twelve o'clock on Saturday night, shortly after hearing of the accident to Mr. Scarlett. Both families being high- ly respected have the sympathy of , the entire community. Mr. Scarlett was a Conservative in politics, andr a member of the Church of England. He was also an enthusiastic member of the Orange order, and thirty nine years ago formed what has since been known as Scarlett's Lodge, in McKillop, the Orange Hall be- ing erected on his farm, and his eldest sole has been Master of the Lodge for the past seventeen years. The follow- ing gentlemen ',acted as pall -bearers at the funeral: A. Govenlock, F.Morrison' John Morrison, S. J. Shannon, A. Boyd, and Win. Dynes. The services were conducted by Rev. Mr. Magahy, of Sea - forth, and Rev. Mr. Cluff, of Brussels. • THIRTEEN pounds of Granulated Su- gar, and 16 pounds Of Coffee. Sugar for ,81 at WnsoN & Yourre's, Seaforth. . 1159-2 Room. To LST.—In Bank -of Counnerce building. Apply to Manager of bank, 1159-2 WIDE AWAKE. Better than ever is the Wide Awake for March. The new eerial story "Bony and Ban"- promises to be remarkably interesting, shewing what a boy without friends, other -than his little sister, can do towards help- ing himself up the ladder towards a useful and successful manhood. Every number of Wide Awake has one or more articles shewing the wisdom of kind and nierciful treatment of dumb animals. These are valuable lessons for boys. 1159-1 SOME handsome new Dinner Sets very cheap, received this week at Wilson & Yonne's, Seaforth. 1169-2 , REMEMBER, Wilson & Young are sell- ing- Groceries, Crockery and Glassware very cheap for cash. No. 1 Split Herring for 82.25 at Wthsort & Yourw's, Seaforth. 1159-2 BOARDERS WANTED. —Two or three gentlemen boarders can be accommodated with comfortable, quarters at a pleasant and con- veniently situated place on Main Street. For particulars apply at THE EXPOSITOR OFFIOR. 1159 Nonwee---All accounts due Dr. Han- over not paid before the 28th of March, will be placed in court fer collection. Mao. W. HAN- Onni. 1159 Seaforth Musical ]Instrument Em- porium, Scott Brothers Proprietors Seaforth, Ont. Pianos—Durham, New York ; W. Bell & Co., Guelph; Dominion Piano Company, Bow- manville. Organs—W. Bell & Co., Guelph; Dominion Organ Comparty, Bowmanville ; D. W. Kern & Co., Woodstock. The above in- struments always on hand, also 'a few, good second hand pianos and organs for sale at from $25 upwards. Instruments sold on :the:instal- ment plan or on terms to suit customers. Violins, Concertinas and small instruments on hand, also sheet music, booke, &o. . 1159-1 MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION. —The -next meeting of the Ministerial Aseeciation of South Huron will be held in James Street Church, Exeter. The last meet- ing was held in St. Paula church, Hen - sail. ' The first year of the Association closed with last meeting, when the new officers were elected, Rev. Jasper • Wil- son, M. A., for President, Rev. C. Fletcher, retiring, and Rev. J. S. Hen• derson as Secretary, the Rev, E. A. Fear, retiring. The first year of the Association has been a very good one, the coming promises to be even better. A kind invitation is extended to all miniaters to unite with the Association. THE BALMORAL CHOIR.—The Com- mittee of Management of the Mechanics' Institute have arranged to provide the people of Seaforth and vicinity with one of the greatest musical treats they have ever lietened to. They have secured the services of thecelebrated Balmoral choir of Scottish singers, who will ap- pear in Cardno's Hall on Monday even- ing next. The notice is short, but the hall should be crowded. Of the many press notices given we select the follow- ing from the Ne* York Herald. It says: "The Balmoral Choir,' a, double quartet of singers, hailing from, -Glas- gow, gave its first concert in Steinway Hall last night, and if the members of the choir were not delighted with their reception they must be hard to please. An audience, which filled the hair to overflowing,applauded everything. Each member of the choir received 'a special round of applause, and if the audience could have had its way the concert would have lasted until the small hours of the morning." SUDDEN DEATH.—The people were much shocked on Sunday last, on learn- ing of the very sudden death of Mr. John Thompson, of the 3rd concession of McKillop, near Seaforth. It seems that Mr. Thompson had been suffering for some time frone la grippe, -but seri- ous results were not anticipated. On Saturday evening some of the neighbors were in until after 11 o'clock, and Mr. Thompson conversed with them quite freely, and seemed much to, enjoy their visit: Soon after their departure he took a powder the doctor latd left for him, and retired to bed. He had been in bed only a short time when he com- plained of feeling sick at the stomach, and told Mrs. Thompson if she Would get his pants he would get up for awhile. He drew his pants on, and sat down on the aide of the bel, and remarked to his wife that he felt veryick, and believed he was going to die. .He had scarcely uttered these words when he fell back on the bed and expired. Mr. Thomp- son was 68 years of age, and in his time had been a strong, robust man, but for the last year or two had complained a good deal of ill -health, and had failed perceptibly. He was a native of Ire- land, and came to this country 48 years ago, and came to McKillop and settled on the farm on which he lived until his death, over 40 'years ago. He was a consistent member of the Methodist phurch, was an industrious, worthy citi- zen, a kind and obliging neighbor, and was honorable and upright in all his dealings. His wife is a sister of Messrs. John and James Beattie of Seaforth, and she, with a large family, survive him, and to them his sudden death is a most severe bereavement. , He was a brother-in-law of the late Samuel Scar- lett, the news of whose unfortunate death on that day was a severe shock to 'him. The remains were interred in Maitlandbank cemetery on Tuesday afternoon, only two hours after the in- terment of those of his relative and life- long friend, most of those who attended the former funeral going direct from the cemetery to the latter. LOCAL BRIEFS.—At the recent meet- ing of the Grand Lodge of United Work- men held at Toronto,Mr, Geo. Patterson of this town was appoieted Grand Master for Huron District.—We are sorry to learn of the illness of Mr. McGillicuddy, of the Goderich Signal, he having been confined to his residence for some weeks but we are glad to learn he is now re- covering.—Nr. Roderick Gray, of Mo- Killop, received a telegram from Inger- soll on Tuesday acqeainting him of the serious illness of his brother, Alex. Gray. He at once started for Ingersoll. —We were pleased to,see our old friend Mr. David Hay, proprietor of the Bay- field stage in town again this week. He was laid up for three weeks with a severe attack of la grippe.—Mr. Robert Scott has again engaged in the seed and feed business, having entered into part- nership with Mr. Crich and is now back in his old stand.—We are pleased to notice that Mr. William Scarlett, a for- mer MoKillop boy, has bben elected Grand Master of the County Orange Lodge of Elgin County. These Huron boys will come to the front wherever they go.—The townLclock has been tak- ing a rest for som time, there being some difficulty between Mr. Cardno and the council, but it has been set going again.—Mr. J. A. Douglas, bro her -m - law of Charles Aitzel, of this.to n, and a former resident of Seaforth, wa here laat week visiting friends.—M4. P. B. Bracken, a horse dealer from B ooklyn, New York State, came here on Friday last and on Monday had purchased and shipped 18 horses. They were of all classes. There are few better centres for horse flesh than Seaforth.—The many friends of 'James Dickson, Esq., Registrar, of Goderich, will be pleased to learn that he is new recovering from a very severe attack of la grippe, which had confined him to his residence for gem° weeks.—Mr. William Ballantyne is busily at work assessing the town. The values remain about the same as last year.—We are sorry to hear of the illnees of Mr. Wilson - of the Broadfoot & Box Furniture Company, who has been confined to his residence for several days with an attack of erysipelas.—A number of little girls in town got up a concert last week, themselves being the performers, in the interest of the Women's Foreign Mission. Theconcert was held at the residence of Mr. James Beattie, Master George Good was nominated chairman, and the meeting was opened and conducted in true regu- lation etyle. The proceeds amounted to $4, whiel was duly -handed. over to the treasurer of the Winnen's Foreign Mis- sionary §ociety. Had the little ladies given wider publicity to their" Good En- deavor" their audience would have been larger, so would their profits, as we know of several who would have been present had they been informed of the venture.—Mr. and Mrs. Rose, who have been visiting at Mr. S. Stark's for the past month left yesterday for their home at Toronto Junction.—Rev. Dr. Ure, of Goderich, preached two very able ser- mons in the Presbyterian church in this town on Sabbath last. The weight of years seems rather to increase the Doc- tor's vim of body and clearness of in- tellect. Rev. Mr. McDonald and he exchanged pulpits for the day., -The hotel keepers are circulating, a petition - asking the council to reduce_ the hotel license for the coming year.—Captain Drew and her Lieutenant have got marching orders. They will farewell at the barracks on Sunday next. Captain Slote,of Goderich,led the meeting at the barracks on Wednesday night, and won the hearts of all by his pleasant manner and good speaking.—Mr. and Mrs. D. Knechtel, of Ingersoll, were in town this week. — Mrs. Thomas Fair, of Clinton, and Mrs. Hudeinuth, of Detroit, were the guests of Mrs'. Mc- Donald, at the manse, on Tuesday.— ..4A the annual meeting of the Dominion Grange, held in London last week, Mr. George Hood, of Morrie, was elected Worthy Treaeurer and Mr. James Snell, of Hullett, Worthy Assistant Stewerd. —Three rinks of the Seaforth Curling Club went to St. Marys on Tuesday to play a*match with the Sarnia club in the Caledonian medal competition. The ice was very wet and heavy and the stones of the Seaforth players being ill - adapted for such ice, they ceme out second best in the contest, although they are perfectly satisfied that with good ice they can beat Sarnia.—Miss Kate Pash- ley, daughter of Mr. C F. Pashley, for- merly of Seaforth, ie at present in town visiting friend,—Mr. Stephen Lamb, of McKillop, who purchased Dr. Hanover's residence, has commenced, moving his effects to town.—Mr. Miles McMillan, formerly of Tuckeremitle, but who for the past seven years has been a resident of Tuscola County, Michigan, was in town this week. Mr. McMillan is en- gaged in the hardware and implement business in Gagetown and looks as if the Yankees wet good to him. e• Gorrie. LOCALS.—The snow during the past few days has improved business some- what.—Mr. Edward James is preparing -to.beild a mammoth barn text summer. —Mr. Charles Efeibrien intends to erect a splendid brick house this season. He is one of the moat prosperous fermers in this neighborhood. — Mr. Frank Toung, a highly respected young man of our village, increased his responsibilities .by taking unto himself a wife in the 'person of Miss Wright, of Seaforth. -We -join his many friends in wishing them a pleasant voyage down the stream of time.—That our village is attractive is clearly ahown by the number of re- tired farmers who are cotning into it to reside. Our last arrival of this class is a Mr. Lowery, who has bought the pro- perty formerly owned and occupied by Mr. Pomeroy.—Mr. ltobt McKee has rented the brick resideace belonging to Mr. John Sanderson and will move intd • It in March.—Mr. Besanson,postmaster, is preparing to veneer his house with brick.—Mr, and Mrs. James Leitch re- turned from Manitoba on Saturday last. —Mr. Wm. Johnston, blacksmith, is convalescent. —On Monday the snow disappeared rapidly.—Mr. R. Ross at- tended the meeting of Ancient Order of United Workmen in Toronto last week. Dublin. S. PATRICK'S DAY.— The most at- tractive of the many St. Patrick's day festivals that have been hitherto held in Dublin, judging from the programme prepared by the Committee will be held on the evening of the 1741 March, in the Opera Hall. It will possess some new features not heretofore ob- terved on such occasions. In addition to speeches and recitations, several la- dies of great artistic merit will enliven the proceedings with music and song. It is a sufficient guarantee of success that tfessrs. O'Connell and Cassidy, of Dublin, Dr. Campbell, of Seaforth, and Messrs. Race, Davis, Colwell and Cam- eron, of Mitchell, will deliver addresses. The proceeds if any, will be devoted to the cause of Home Rule. A general invi- tation is hereby extended to all who fa-. vor the cause, and even those who do not will be heartily welcome. • Brucefield. BRIEFS.—The Royal Templars, of this village, intend holding their social at Mr. James Dines' residence, 2nd con- cession of Tuckersmith, on Thursday evening next, March 6th, instead of Tueiday evening, as stated,' last week. Professor Oke, of Clinton, will be pres- ent to render some of his choice musical selections. A grand time is etpected, an active committee is making ell neces- sary preparations, John Jamieson, of Granton, made his old home a flying visit on Tuesday leen He came to take part with the choir of Union church at Kippen. He is beginning to look hale and hearty.—Mr. Win. Scott, our enter- prising merchant, of the Glasgow House, has purchased several- hundred cords of fine wood for shipment.—Mr. Michael Diehl, and Mr. Wiley, of Varna', took charge of the service in the Methodist church last Sabbath. The pastor, Rev. Mr: Hart, being laid up with a bad cold. Wehope he will soon be restored to his usual health again. Kippen. CHURCH CONCERT. —A sacred concert under the auspices of the Kippen Auxiliary of ;the Women's Foreign Mis- sionary Society was held here last Tues- day evening in St. Andrew's church. Appropriate addresses were delivered by Revs. Simpson, Fear and Mr. R. McMordie. Excellent readings and recitations were given by Mr.G. Suther- land and the Misses McLean,of Hensall, also by the Misses McMordie, Mellis and Acheson, of Kippen. Charming music was discoursed by • the Union choir of Kippen under the leadership of Mr. Weismiller, the Brucefield quartette under the leadership of Mr. Jamieson, the Misses Dobson and Messrs McKay and Dobson, of Chiselhurst. Mr.Oakes, of Clinton, also gave a number of solos. Refreshments were provided by the ladies, in the Manse, for singers, speak- ers, readers &c. Notwithstanding the muddy roads the attendance was good and the entertainment exceedingly in- teresting and enjoyable. A handsome sum was placed in the hands of the Treasurer for Foreign Missions.—Com. • Leadbury. LOCAL NOTES.—We regret to say that Mr. Jacob Stewart is very ill and has been confined to his bed for a length of time. We hope soon to hear of his recovery.—Mr. Duncan MeEwen and Mr. J. T. McNamara, who have been working in Michigan, returned home a couple of weeks ago. Judging from their appearance living in the lumber woods agreed well with them.—There is a considerable cmantity of wood being cut for market in this section this sea- son. There was a lot of timber blown down by the high winds of January, and this winter is highly propitious for hav- ing it. prepared for fuel.—On Friday evening last a goodly numbed' of the friends and well-wishers of Mr. and Mrs. Getty met at their residence and presented Mr. Getty with a costly Pers- ian fur cap, and his good wife with a beautiful cloak. After the presentation the company engaged in singing, music, dancing; etc; a very enjoyable time being the result. Mr. Getty's family intend removing to the Northwest in a short time, and that they may have prosperity in their new home is the wild' of their many friends. • Tuckersmith: A WELL FILLED BILL.—A short time ago Mr. Robert Bell, jr., a prosperous young bachelor of the second conces- sion, completed his handsome new resi- dence, an event which the young peo- ple had been looking forward to for some time with considerable anxiety, and in order that their anticipations might be realized he resolved to have a rousing house warming. Mr. Bell is widely and favorably known, and on considering the large number to be in- vited, he -found that his house although a large one, would be inadequate to the occasion, if all were invited for the same evening. To make ample' room for en- joyment he made up his mind to enter- tain half ofhis guests on Tuesday evening, 18th inst., and the other half on the .Friday evening following. Mr. Samuel Horton, the veteran violinist, furnished the music for both occasions. An excellent supper, provided by the Misses Bell, formed an agreeable time between the first and second parts of a lengthy programme, consisting of the most popular dances of the -age. There were about seventy-five present each evening, and their exemplary deport- ment signally manifested their high ap- preciation of the very courteous man- ner in which they werenentertained. SCRPRIsE PARTY.— A large party, made up mostly fro!n Chiselhurst and vicinity; surprised Mr. Thomas Eyre, of the 12th concession, on Friday evening last. Mr. Eyre did not seem to have got even a hint that there was "game in the wind" until the company lit down upon him, their baskets- fairly leaded with the usual good things. Mr. • and Mrs. Eyre gave the company a most hospitable welcome, and having placed • their large kitchen at the disposal of the young people, dancing wat connnenced, which was kept up until an early hour. The music was furnished by the Messrs. Horton and Wren and was, all that could be desired. The youing people vied with each other who could' trip the light fantastic in the best shape,from the droll and eccentric Pat and the "Tony" Jack, to the little " Highflyer," until the circumpolar stars, those bright and 'unchangeable celestial landmarks in their orderly sweep, like the hands of a mighty dial pointed out the hour �f the night and warned the merry makers that it was time to disperse, which they did, feeling that whatever they might have in the future, they had had one night's fun.—GUEST. Blyth. LOCAL NOTES.—M.r, Thomas Thomp- son, of this place,- was a nephew of the late Samuel Scarlett, and also of Mr. John Thompson, of McKillop, both of whom died on Saturday lasts—Mr. John Richmond, of this plaue, the inventor and patentee of Richmond's pea har- vester, is completing arrangements to put a large number of his implements on the market next summer. It is one of the best labor-saving machines that can be used on the farm, and has given the very best satisfaction to every one who has used it. Mr. Richmond should make a good thing out of it.—Division Court was held here on Monday last, but there was a very light docket and no cases of public importance.—Our popu- lar baker, Mr. E. D. Chamberlain, bas been laid up by a severe attack of in- flammation of the lunge, but is recover: ing.—Mrs. Taylor, of Clinton, who met with a serious accident recently has so far recovered as to be able to return home on Saturday.—Gray, Young and Sperling's salt works here have resumed operations after being idle for sometime past. Bayfield. NOTES.—Misses E. and J. Erwin have been having a pleasant visit with rela- tives in Stanley.—The skating rink was open a few nights last, week; the ice was in splendid condition and skating much enjoyed.—Ou Sunday' last Rev. Mr. Kay occupied the pulpit of St. Andrew church. His discourses were very interesting and much appreciated. —On Monday evening Rev. J.-. G. Man- ley, agent of the Upper Canada Bible Society, .delivered a very instructive lecture on "Nineveh and Israel."— Prof. Bruth gave an exhibition of his skill in training horses at J. E. Swartz's stable last Saturday evening. SHOOTING MATCH.—On TileSday, the 18th inst., a shooting match at target was held here, when some very good shooting was done considering the fact that they had no practice. The follow- ing is the score: 100 yds. 200 yds. Lieut. Pollock, 3-2-4-3-4 16 2-2-2-4-4 14 George Woods, 4-3-3-3-3 16 3-3-2-3-0 11 John Gemeinhard, 4-3-3-4-3 17 2-3 0-2-2 9 49 34 3-3-3-4-3 16 0-0-4-0-2 6 2-2-3-4-4 15 0-3-4-3-3 18 2-2-3-3-4 14 4-0-3-2-3 12 J. Newcombe, IL Turner, E. Rutledge, The above named six are prepared to meet any Six belonging to any one town in the county, OBITUARY.—In Goderich township on Thursday, February 20th, 1890, Titus Sheard Townsend, aged 17 years. De- ceased has had poor health for the past year, but bore his illness with meekness. He was a kind and loving son, and died fully trusting in his Redeemer. His parents, brothers and sisters were at his bedside, and each received a few part- ing words. Brussels. THE undersigned has taken out eh auctioneer's license and is' prepared to attend auction sales of farm stock and other chattels in any part of the county. Satisfaction guaran- teed and prices liberal. F. S. Soon. 1159-4 NOTES.—The regular monthly Horse Fair will be heti on Thursday of next week. This promises to be the best held here this season. Every one having horses to sell, or wanting to buy, should come,as it is the best Horse Fair for sales. ----Johnston and Cochrane, of Dur- ham, open out a marble cutting shop here in a few weeks in Chas. Holland's old shop. They ought to do well, as they are said to be first-class workmen.—The sleighing of Monday last created a boom in the wood business, there being over 300 cords delivered at the salt block' and a very large quantity to other citi- zens in town.—Jas. Ross, Samuel Laird and A. J. Lowick brought two loads.: of hay to town on Thursday last. The first turned the scales at 5,300 lbs., and the second at 3 tons, being the largest • loads ever brought to Brussels market. —A number -left this week for the west; A K. Robertson and family for Mani - and D. McLachlan and family, Ja . McLachlan and A. McLean for Dakota. Donald McLachlan, Sr., also intends going to the West, but won't leave yet for some time.—Alex. Stewart, of this town, had a letter from his SOLI in the west who says times are very bad in the State of Dakota, it being a very severe winter,, and a great number being short of the necessaries of life. His re- port is not as glowing as the papers of that State, but he tells the truth, he says. • McKillop. THE TOWNSHIP FATHERS.—At a meet- ing of the township council, held at Mc- Namara's Hotel, Leadbury, on Monday, cheques were signed and passed for $314, of which amount $184 were for collec- tor's and treasurer's salaries and $13 for charities. So far thislyear, except for charities, all cheques granted have been for last year's accounts. Mrs. Robert- son, of Beechwood, was granted $6, and Jas. Dysert, of Leadbury, $7, as charity. The clerk was instructed to notify the treasurer to send him before council meeting, when there is an application to borrow money, a statement of all bal- ances of municipal funds on hand, to whom loaned, and rate of interest. The auditors' report and abstract were ex- amined and accepted and 200 copies ordered to be printed . for circulation. Leave was granted Mr. Robert Camp- bell, of concession 7, and Mr. John Eg- gert, of concession 9, to take clay off road allowance for approaches to barns, providing they leave the road in good shape.- The treasurer was authorised to draw from the savings bank $500 of municipal loan fund money for township purposes. He was also instructed to send the trustees of section No. 5 520 on note. Messrs. Thos. Murray, Bernard O'Connell and John McElroy were appointed members of the Board of Health; Wm. Archibald, Sanitary. Inspector, and Dr. Smith,, Medical Health Officer. Petitions signed by a number of persons were received, stating that the changes made by the council in schotd sections were more injurious than beneficial, and asking the council to construct the sections so that the' school houses in sectione 2 and 10 can be re- moved to their proper places. No action Was taken on these petitions. A petition signed by 17 persons was received ask- ing the council to have a new school sec- tion constructed,to be composed (A lots on concessions 12 and 13, to be taken from sections 8 and 9. The clerk was in- , structed to notify the trustees interested to appear before the council at its next meeting. The next meeting of council will be held at CraWford's Hotel, Dub- lin, on Monday, March 24th. The clerk has not yet received notice of trustees elected for sections 1,2 and 11, and 6, 7, 8 and 9, and wishes to itate that trus- tees are subject to a Line for neglect. Hills Green. NOTES.—We are pleased to see Mr. Wm, Curry around again after his long continued illness.—Mr. James Jarrott still continues very low.—Mr. Joseph Foster sold his high priced horse last week to Mr. T. Berry of Hensel', for a good figure. It pays to keep good stock. —That,"many hands make light work," has been seen by the great number of wood bees that have been held this winter on the Par line. Ashfield. NOTES.—The memorial service in con- nection with the death of the late Edmund Andrew Will be held in Zion church next Sabbath at 2.30 p. m.— There are quite a number of sick in this vicinity, but they are slowly recovering from the effects of the la grippe.—There has been no sleighing of any account in this vicinity this winter, and in conse- quence tthe mills will be minus quit,e a number of loge.—There will be a liter- ary contest in Zion school next Friday evening. The programme will be inter- esting. All are invited to attend. Hullett. COUNCIL DOINGS.—At a meeting of-. the Hullett council held on Monde.* last, aecounts amounting to $46 were passed and ordered to be paid. The offer of William Whiteley was accepted for supplying a car load of cedar for use in the township,at $10.50 per thousand. The council accepted the tender of John Forster for building the superstructures of " Quigleys " and " McMichaels " bridges, each at $400 and the tender of L. Hardy, of Exeter, for the bridge to be erected On side road 35 and 36, con- cession 14, for $339. The sum of four hundred dollars was granted by the council for repairing roads and bridges throughout the township during the past year, to be expended under the direction of the respective councillors in their respective road divisions. Council adjourned to meet when called by the Reeve. Belgrave. NOTES. —A num6er of the Orangemen from Belgrave and vicinity attended the funeral of the late Brother Johniton at Wingham Iast Sunday.—Mr. Robert Gallagher has rented the lime kiln from Mr. J. J. Downing. The lessee is pre- paring to -run the kiln on a large scale. —Mrs. Tuft's new store, built to replace the one destroyed by fire last fall is now about finished and is a credit to the village.—Mr. J. Coultes, jr., had a wood bee on Thureday and the young people subsequently vent a few hours tripping the light fantastic.—Mr. and Mrs. S. England, formerly of Morris but now of Michigan, are visiting friends in and, around this village.—Mr. M. Masters. has returned -from British Columbia where he has been working for some time paste he is greatly pleased with the country.—Mr. Robert Riley sold his farm in East Wawanoeh recently and will leave for Manitoba about the 15th, March. Crediton. LEcrunE.:-LRev. G. B. Howie, L. A., of Brussels, is engaged to give a course of three lectures next week in Crediton. (a) "Lebanon, and my school days there." (b) "The journey from Can- ada to Bethlehem.' (c) "Matrimonial customs in the East." The substance of these lectures is a commentary on the Bible, derived from the customs and history of the East, and has been de- livered by Mr. Howie many times in various parts of this and all the pro- vinces east of us. aThe picturesque' cos- tume, said to date from the times of Abraham, is a feature in these addresses. MraHowie is an eloquent speaker and has the happy faculty of making his lectures intensely entertaining and very instructive. The people of Crediton and vicinity -may anticipate an unusual treat. Zurich. COUNCIL MEETING.—A lopecial meet- ing of the Hay Township Council will be held in the township hall here on Saturday, March 8th, when business of importance will be brought before the meeting for consideration. LOCAL BRIEFS. —11.5sv. Mr. Reider, of Crediton, preached in the Evangelical church last Sunday evening to a good audience.—Rev. S. Hauch, who was in Cleveland, Ohio, last week, returned last Wednesday morning well pleased with tbe trip.—Mr. Angst, from near Fordwich, Howick, was the guest of Rev. S. Hauch on his way te Rev. S. Scarf's.—Mr. John Deichert has bought a harness business for his son Henry in New Haven, Michigan.—Mr. F. Kibler has a new shoema,ker from Conestogo, Waterloo County.—Mr. Charles Eilber, of Crediton, and Miss Sarah Murner, of Hay, were united in marriage on Tues- day last, and on Wednesday Mr, Chas. Bossenberry, of Zurich, and Miss Bella Lahmond, of Hay, were married, Varna. LOC&LITIES. —On Sunday last, Rev Mr. Hughes, of Listowel, delivered a very able missionary sermon in St. John's church, taking for his text, "Am I my brother's keeper ?"—The other day Rev. Mr. Hodgins, pastor of St. John's church, received the auto of one dollar through the post offiee, for the missionary cause from an unknown friend, and wishes to acknowledge the kind offering, with thanks.—Dr. J. J. Lyon, of Zilwaukie, Michigan, was the guest of Mr. James Armstrong, and has been visiting friends and old acquaintances in and around Varna. This was the home of his boy- hood and school days. More than ten years have paesed since his former - visit, during which the doctor has travelled extensively through England and Scot- land, and although being a graduate of Michigan University, has also attended other medical colleges in Chicago and New York. He returned to Michigan on Wednesday last.—We regret to say that Mrs. John Wanless is at present e. • DRUART 28) 1896, E. WicFau M' 1 N. ALi- 4EARING SALE POR Two Weeks Only In the course of a few we we expect our shelves and counters to be filled with new and season- able goods for the Spring Trade, and in order to make room for these and prepare our stock for the coming season, we will sell tor the next two weeks the balance Of our Winter Stock at hole -sale Cost E, McFAUL, SEAFORTH. indisposed-, We hope soon to see her around again.—On Friday evening last a social, under the, auspices of the Methodist church was held at the resi- dence of Mr. ThomamWilcy. The sup- per was all that could be desired. An excellent progromme, -consisting of ma - sic, readings and recitations was die - posed of. The Rev. Mr. Hart, the pop- ular pastor, acted as chairman. Pro- ceeds amounted to nearly $16.—Another soeial will be held at the residence,of Mr. Joseph Morrow this, Friday night. A big time is expected.—On Tuesday - evening the annual meeting of the Varna Branch of the Bible Society was held St. John's church. It was a wet and disagreeable night, and consequently there was not a very large attendance. The Rev. Mr. Manley, agent of the So- ciety, gime a very impressive lecture on- " Nineveh and Israel." The old offieens. and collectors were reappointed. 0 Chiselhurst, SKILFUL TREATMENT. — We are pleased to learn that' Mrs. Dunce* Stewart, who went to the General Hoe- pital, Toronto, in JaAmary last to Ow treated for " cataract " had a very skil- ful and successful operation performed on her eyes a couple of weeks ago. The operation was performed by that prince of specialists, Dr, Reeves, of Toronto. Mrs. Stewart, although well advanced in years and being in rather delicate - health besides, stood the critical opera- tion with remarkable fortitude, and, should the after treatment prove suc.-' cessful she will likely be home in a few. weeks with her eye sight almost com- pletely restored. RETURNED.—We learn thatAlexander Swan and David Couch, of the 12th con- cession, who went to California last falli to push their fortunes, have returned to Manitoba. The boys, after spending a few months in the golden State, have decided that the East is still the best; the old adage, "Go west young man, go. west" to the contrary notwithstanding, GOOD SAL.—Mr. Thomas Eyre, of this place, had a sale of his farm etc)* and effects on Wednesday, the MI inst. Notwithstanding the cold, rim' , weather,) and the bad condition of titer roads, tiere was a very fair attendance of buyers. The hammer was wielded . by that ' inimitable old veteran, Mr. James Oke, of Exeter, and considering the very depressed state of trade, and the low prices for farm produce, very good prices were realized. We were pleasitd to notice the absence of alcohol. m any form, the presence of which -is .11 too coMmon feature at many sales and is a very discreditable means of enhanc- ing prices. . Br.—The Sabbath School Con- vention for the townships of Ilay,Tucker- smith, and Stanley, was held in the Methodist church last Wednesday.— We do not think it has been previously mentioned that the congregation of the Methodist church presented Mrs. Er Oates with a handsome rocking their, accompanied with a suitable address.— The ' 14th was St. Valentine's day and many hearts were made happy by the receipt of a one eent chroroo litho- graph of themselves in all the different shapes and positions imaginable, some beautiful and some hideous. --On Sun- day last the annual mission services were conducted in the Methodist church by the Rev. A. Campbell, of Holmie ville, in the morning and by Rev. G, Edge, of Clinton, in the evening. •Bodf addresses were able and interesting, The congregations were unusually We and deep interest was shown througt- out. The contributions amounted to $40. Soma Hop.—Mr. Peter Roherteont of the 12th concession, gave the your* people of the neighborhood a social hop on Wednesday evening last. Neither the bad state of the roads nor the storm seemed to dampen the ardor of the young folks, for couple after couplc came until the house was nearly fat Mr, .Paul Boa acted as "Knight of the Bow," and the skilful manner in whica he performed his part contributed in DO small degree to the success of the enOit• ing. Songs were. sung by Mentor Rebertson and 13e11, while Mr, .A. Bell danced the Highland flingin a very credit* able manner. Cotillion, reel:and talto followed each other in swift successione into which the young people seemed to put all their youthful ardor until ".1116, auld clock hammer strake the bell el wee short hour ayount the twal," vitas the merry makers, after thanking their kind host and hostesa for their hosp1tg. ity, departed to their homes te.eling that they had spent a very pleasant even* 12W Vcri Chi Ne v The - ctA Oh And 1. Peri est 1 4 2 tooh 1 ma eve a top WU, core act - F rase tudi -Ala 3.1 tu ei 1:0 ro th fal wi ot Po do fo , en ed oe r bril lati : v 'V if 0 a ii ti ii 3 )r 3 t