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The Huron Expositor, 1892-02-19, Page 168 *Mk THE HURON EXPOSIT R. FEBRUARY 26, 1892 ‘111111111.1n ED!'iVARD IN •1111 CASH, Will continue to buy any quantity of, Rool and Print Butter. Also - furs, Hides, Sheepskins and tallow at his old stand GODERICH STREET, SEAFORD!. CLOTHING. Rig range of New Clothing consisting of Men's Yesiths! Boys' and Children's Overcoats, and Suits bought at prices away below ordinary value, and wlipois will be sold at proportionally lower rates. Mon's Overcoats from $4.60 up; Men's Suits from ;4 ufp ; Boys' Suits from $4 up ; Boys' Overcoats trona ar-V5 up; Children's Suits from $1.75 up; Children's Orerooate from $1.38 up. Our stook of Furs, cora. prising Ladies' and Gents' Coats, Caps, Capes, Oollarettes, MUNI, Boas, kc., is now complete at the Bargain Clothing and Dry Goods House. WM. PICKARD, T. Kidd's old stand, Seaforth. gilt pun gxpoxiitor. DISTRICT MATTERS. TECE "AT HOME."—The ladies in connec- tion with the Women's Auxiliary Missionary Association of St. Thomas' church gave an "At Home" in the school -room on Tuesday evening last, which was largely attended. The programme consisted of readings, songs, instrumentals, club swinging, eta. During the evening tea and cake were served by the ladies. A very pleasant evening was spent by those present. A large collection was taken up at ths close of the entertainment to aid the ladies in their missiouary work. A GOOD TEAM.—Mr. Joseph Sproat writes to us from Wahnapetec, twelve miles north-eaat of Sadbury, Ontario, on the llth of Februaty, as follows : I see in your paper of the, 7th inst., an account of a monster load of saw logs, delivered at Mr. Milne's saw mill at Ethel,whicloscaled 2,475 feet. We can beat it. Mr. Wm. Mackie hauled a load of pine saw logs, on a five mile logging road, which scaled 5,143 feet, there being 23 logs. This was one on the 9th of February. The same team hauled 7,324 feet over the SAM road last winter, and will beat that before the 20th of next March. The team is owned by Mr. Thomas Pickard, of Mount Pleasant, Michigan, and ia employed here on his contract from the Emery Lumber Company." Let Ethel speak out again. • PERSONAL. — The Mitchell Recorder of blot week makes the following reference to a Seaforth boy, Mr. Henry Willis, son of Mr. Robert Willis, who has beeu in that town for some time, but who has sold his business there,and is now leaving. It says : "Itis to be regretted that Mr. and Mrs. Willis should leave towr just now when their usefulness as citizens had only begun to be properly appreciated. In all the young peoples' societies connected with the Meth- odist churches Mr. and Mrs. Willie were be- coming popular, Mr. Willis for his musical abilities and both for their affable and Christian qualities. The young people, af- ter all, are the living principle and the mo- tive power in the churches of this age and their influence cannot afford to be lost." A better certificate than this no young man could desire. dolence on t e occasion of the death of His Royal High ess the Duke of Clarence and Avondale, as noted in the margin. Her Majtsty the ueen and Their Royal High- nesses the Prince and Princess of Wales have been de ply touched by these expres- sions of Byrn &thy an4 condolence from all parts of the °minion and Her Majesty has, on behalf of the Rot* Family, commanded me to desire, you to I convey to the various bodies froni which they have emanated an expression Of their heartfelt gratitude for these tokens of the loyalty and sympathy of Her Majest 'a subjec a in the Dominion, which have greatly c mforted them in their bereavement." SOUTH HURON' FARMERS' INSTITUTE.— Very successful meetings under the auspices of the South Huron Farmers' Institute were held at Crediton on Wednesday afternoon and evening, and at Exeter on Thurs- day afternoon. The third meeting of the series will open here to -day, Friday, at 10 o'clock a. m. This evening there will be an entertainment in the town hall, com- mencing at 7.30 o'clock. The following is the programme for the evening entertain- ment: Orchestra.; Chairman's Address; Selection, Quartette Club; Beautifying the Home, T. H. Rao° ; Comic Song, W. Mc- Leod; Address'Rev. Mr. Hodgina ; Read- ing, Mrs. C. Lowry; Orchestra; Address to the Young, S. Nicholson; Song, Quar- tette Club; Address, Wm. Johnston; Song, W. McLeod; Address' G. E. Jackson • Vio- lin Selections, ForsythBrothers; Address, D. Buchana,n. An extended report of all the meetings will be given next weeks • DEATH OE' MR. ALONZO STRONG.—One of the oldest and most I highly respected resi- dents of Seaforth de arted this life on Tues- day evening last. VS e refer to the death of Mr. Alonzo ,Strong. Mr. Strong has been in failing health for ,several months from a complication of ailnteints, but has been able to be around most of the time, and was out on the streets on Friday. He took seriously ill on Saturday, however, and sank very rapidly. He was eixty years and eight months of age, and until recently he was freah and vigorous looking, and seemed to bear his years well. He has been a resi- dent of Seaforth for nearly thirty years, be- ing one of its pion er businees men. He came here from Lon on. During his long - residence in Seaforth he has taken an active and prominent part in public affairs. He was a member of the first municipal council, and held a continuoua place at the council board until about t ree yeare ago, and has filled succeesively th positions of councilor, deputy-reeye and m yor. On retiring from the council he was appointed a, member of the Colleghtte Institote Board, which .pos- ition he heihd at the time of hie death. He was, aleo, ;one of the charter members of Britannia Masonic ILodge, and for many years held the reeponsible position of Treasurer, which office he &leo held at the time of his death. He was, also, a Justice of the Peace and a commissioner in B. R. He was frequently called upon to pre- side as a Magistrate, and his conduct in this capacity eves always recognized to be fair and impartial. During his long residence here he has been engaged in a veriety of i busineas etterprises, but for the past ten yeare or so he had an extensive lagency, in- surance and conveyancing business,to which he devoted his entire time. He was prud- ent and honorable in all his business rela- tions-, and enjoyed in a large degree the pub- lic confidence. He was, also, a good citizen, and took a deep interest in every enterpriee calculated to advance the interests of the hewn, while his good nature and affable manner won him beets of friends. He will be much missed in town and country, and his death will be deeply regretted by a large circle of friends. He leaves a widow and family of one daughter and two sons to mourn the loss of a kind husband and indul- gent parent. He hvas a Conservative in politics, although net a very active member , of that paety, and he was a leading member of St. Thoinas Chureb. The reinains will be taken to London fq interment to -day. 1 eis EGMONDVILLII ITEMS.— On Wednesday evening of last week the Egmondville sing- ing clews drove to Alma and .spent a most enjoyable time. Their reception by the Alma class being cordial in the extreme; a couple of hours passing quickly and pleasantly away in the practice of song, one of the noblest of God's gifts to man, but a gift which some appear to consider not worth cultivating. The Egmonelville class will long kindly remember the visit and trust, in the near future, to have the priv- ilege of extending hospitality to as many of the Alma class as may favor them with their presence. A concert will not he given by the Egmondville class at the close of the term this season, but the class will likely take part in a social under the auspices of the Ledies' Aid Society, which has done so much for the cultivation of mord() in our midst.—Messrs. Elliott and Hicks were at .Rodgerville last week auditing the township treasurer's accounts which, as usual, under Mr. Murray's care, they found correct. It is a cause of great inconvenience to a large portion of the township to have the treas- urer located where no other business calls them. Mr. Murray's services are valued by those doing business with him, but they would be atill more valuable in a more oen- tral location.—Good Grits here expreas re- gret that the Fates did not favor the gallant efforte of our West Huron friends in the in- terest of good government. The time was, when Canadians possessed some degree of political morality and asserted themselves as almost a unit in hurling boodlers from power, but when they condoned the Pacific scandal for the deceptive but glittering bauble of pretectionha retrograde movement was begun, which haerieft a great majority of our people so politically demoralized that the most corrupt government Canada over had is being strengthened every week, so far at least as numbers are concerned. These , are perhaps bold assertions, but an honest student of Canadian history for the past thirteen years can come to no other coro elusion. AN ACKNOWLEDGMENT.—In reply to the motion of condolence passed by the Town Council of Seaforth some weeks ago, the Mayor has received from Mr. C. J. Jones, Govereor General's secretary, the following a.okno se led grnent, dated 19th February: " The message of condolence on the occasion of the death of His Royal Highness the _ Duke of Clarence and Avondale, from the town of Seaforth, Ontario, having been sub- mitted to Her Majesty the Queen and to Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Wales, 1 have now the honor to enclose a copy of despatch which His Excel- lency the Governor-General has received from the Secretary of State for the Colonies conveying the expression by Her Majesty an behalf of the Royal Family, of their heartfelt gratitude for this token of loyalty and sympathy." The following is the de- spatch above referred to as having been re- ceived from Lord Knutsford, Secretary of State for the Colonies: "I have the honor to acquaint you that I have received and laid before Her Majesty the Queen and Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Wales, your despatch of the 21st ultimo forwarding farther messages of con- TAMARAC WANTFD at the Seaforth Pump Factory. , 1 . S. WALSH. 1263x1 NOTICE no- THE DRUG, —Prof. A. M. Shrives, of Windsor, th double, back action, tooth pulling, disease exterm nating, health restoring pro- prietor of the Pride of t e Valley Medicine, is now at the Queen's Hotel, Seo.f rth and will remain until Wediesday evening, M rola 2nd, Those who wish to see the professor, get his medicine and get their teeth extracted, fee, and without pain, call early and avoid the rueh. Office hours, 9 a. m. till 9 p. m.; Sundays, 10 a. mi. till 5 p. ni. Pride of the Valley Medicines h ve oured what all other medicines failed to enre. Ca rrh, RheumatisLa Grip and Colds la m, of all nature. P. S.-0 er fifty thousand teeth ex- tracted by the Proteesoi in one year. A word to the wise is sufficient, practi e makes perfect. The Pro- fessor will be at Brussels on March 3rd and Listowel 1 the 4th. 1 1263-1 Losh.—A Coin Brooch with the word " Queen " engraved on it. The finder will kindly leave it at Tun Exeogrroe. Office, Seaforth. 1283 $500 Ret'hard. Sae adv't. 1283-2 .1 * LOCAL BitIEFS.—Itt a meeting of the town council on Monday afternoon, Mr. E. Lusby was appointed market clerk and night watch- man, his remuneration being the market fees and $50 a year.i As night watchman he goes on duty at ele v en and comes off at four. —A literary and mislaid entertainment un- der the auspices of the Sons of Scotland will be held in the town hall on Monday evening next. The entertainment promises to be a very pleaehnt one, and all . are cordially in- vited.—Mr. D. Devereaux, who has been salesman in the hardware store of Messrs. T Johnson Brothers f r over six years, leaves here- next week fo the West. Mr. Dev- ereaux is la trustw rthy young man; well known and highly esteemed in business cir- cles, and a great favorite socially. He will do well wherever his lot may be cast.—Mre. James Broedfoot, er., of Tuckeremith, re- turned home last week, after spending sev- eral months with her daughters and other friends in, Kansas. She atood the journey well, and her Many friends will be pleased to know that she isnjoying excellent health. —The totvn prope ty of Mrs. Whitesides, I; offered for sale by notion on Saturday, was not dispoeed of. Ilhere were several bids, but none high eriough.—eWe understand that Mr. Samuel Landeborough, one of the pioneer nesidents atf Tuckeramith, intends removing Ito Dakothi shortly, where most of the members of hie family are now located and doing well.—Mr. W. J. Shannon, Sec- retary of the McKillop Mutual Fire Insur- ance Company, is representing his company at the antnial meeting of the Underwriters' Asi sociation being eld this week in Toronto. l —Mr. McIntyre, a American horse dealer, shipped from here l this week a car load of young stallions which he purchased in this vicinity.—We are glad to 'notice that Mr. Thomas Downey is again sufficiently recov- ered to bo around attending to business.— The recent mild weather has given the sleighing a pretty bad shaking up, but there is still plenty of anow in most places.—On Tuesday morning last some twentypassen- gers on t I; e morning train going meet were parties w o were going to West Huron to vote. They were from all parts of the United States. It is not likely that their political patriotism induced them to come at their own expense.,—An entertainment un- der the auspices of the South Huron Farm- ers' Institute will be held in the town hall this eveiting.—Me. William Cooper has sold his farm on the Mill Road, Tuck- ersmith, to Mr. - Alexander Watt, of Clinton, for the Beim of $6,500. Mr. Watt intends engeging in farming again and he has selected a lgood farm, and we hope he may long live te enjoy its pleasures and emoluntegts.—Several sleigh loads of young people from' Seaferth spent a very pleasant time at the hespithble mansion of Mr.' Wm. Middleton, of Goderich township, near Clinton, on Friday evening.—Mr. Robert Campbell, of the town line, McKillop, near Kinburre was in t wn on Wednesday. Mr. Campbell was laid up for four weeks withla grippe, and this i his first time out. He is getting around all right now. He is 72 years of ege, and be has no recollection of ever having been Confined to bed for even so long as a week before.—Mr. John McMillan, M. P., left for Ottawa on Wednesday to at- tend to his parliamentary duties there.— Mr. Wm. McKay, of McKillop, was in town on Wednesday wi h the carcase of an im- mense black bear, which be shot in one of the MaKillop ow mps. Mayor Holrnested purchased the skin for $12, and intends hav- ing it made into a'sleigh robe.—Mr, Chas. McNamara, the I well-known hunter of Egmondville'has Shot and bagged 23 foxes this winter besidee rabbits and other game, and he expects to get more yet before the close of the season.—Mr. Jas. Elder, of Virden, Manitoba, who has been delivering addresses througheat the county on Mani- toba, wise in town the other day. He says that a large number of young men are going from this county this spring to settle in the 1 Northwest. He returns on March 3rd, and takes with him a number of Shropshire sheep and horses.—The members of the Ep- worth League of the Methodist church gave an excellent musical and literary entertain- ment in the lecture room of the church to a large audience on Wednesday evening.—It is expected that work at full time will be commenced in the Broadfoot & Box Furni- ture Factory about the 1st f March.—Rev. Mr. Higley, of Blyth, will preach the annual missionary sermon in St. Thomas church on Sunday next. Rev. Mr, Hedgine will offici- ate at Goderich.—We are glad to notice that Mr. Wm. Fowler, of the Huron road, who has been laid up with la grippe for over a month, is again sufficiently recovered to be able to drive to town.—Rev. Charles T. Cocking, returned missionary from Japan, will give an interesting and instructive ad. dregs on Japan and tho customs and religion of the people, in the Methodist church, in this town, on Thursday evening, March 3rd, commencing at 8 &ohmic. The lecture will be illustrated by saperb lime light views, and Mr. Cocking will appear in the dress of a Buddhist prieet. The lecture will be very interesting and instructive, and all should attend.—Mr. Thos.t E. Hays, of Mc- Killop, promises us a lettei for next week on the barley question in reply to that • of last week from Mr. Pringle.—Mr. R. Com- mon represente the Patron of Industry of this district at the annual meeting of the Provincial Assoeiation bei g held this week in Toronto. ' • 1 COMPLIMENTARY SUPPER.—On Thursday evening of last week the officers and direc- tors of the McKillop Mutual Fire Insurance Company, and a number of friends, inter- tained Mr. Thomas E. Heys, the retiring President, at a complimeatary supper at the Commercial Hotel. The affair was entirely impromptu, the Board having a meeting in town on that day. At arlhout nine o'clock ths. company„ to the uniber of about thirty, sat down to a most sumptuous re- past prepared by mine hot of the Commer- cial. The Commercial has long been famed for its excellent spreads on such occasions, but the new proprietor, Mr. Edsell, 'mettle determined not to be out -done by anyof his 1 predecessors. After all had done ample , justice to the good things and the tables I were cleared off, the chair, was taken by the President, Mr. D. Ross, and the duties of lr the vice -chair were perfo med by Mr. John Hannah. It is needless to say that the pleasures of the evening were much en- hanced by the efficient manner in which these gentlemen perforthed their duties. Toast, song and sentime t followed each Other in rapid succession until the "we ma' hour'," when the s aging of "Auld Lang Syne" closed a mos enjoyable social evening. A pleasant featUre of the evening was the presentation to Mr. Hays, by Mr. W. J. Shannon, Secretare of the Company, on behalf of his brother officers and direc- tors, of a handsome rnoro co cigar case and meerschaum cigar holder.j Mr. Hays made a suiteble and feeling re1y, in which he outlined the good work Ithe company had done in furnishing cheap insurance to its membere, the average costr, including every, thing, since it was organi ed being one -ball lets than the lowest rates that could be got in a stock company. He also paid a bigh compliment to the Directors for their care- ful, conecientioue and cm inimical manage- ment of the affairs of t e company, and stated that his only regre in retiring from his late position was that he would miss' the pleasant intercourse with Ithem at their peri- odical meetinge. During the nine years he had presided at the board, while there had been differences of °pinkie expressed by the members, he had never hard an angry or unpleasant word spoken. He also thanked them for their present znd said that he would ever prize it, not for its intrinsic value, but for the kindly sentiments which prompted it. During tte evening, toasts were responded to by r. Hays, Mr. D. Ross, Mr. W. J. Shannon Mr. Thos. Kidd, Dr. Bethune, Mr. Joseph Evans, Mr. Geo Watt, Mr. John Hannah, Mr. M. Y. Mc- Lean and others, while e cellent songs were sung by Meson'. Thos. Ne lane, Robert Mc- Millan and others, Leadbu I INTEND to sell at Seaf rth prices hence- forth for proinpt cash. And, m prepared to give cash for eggs, as 1.11111 going to give them to Mr. Wm. Dill. Citne along and get goo bargains and Dill's price for eggs. bias. M. E. Mc WEL1, teadbury, Ont. 1263-1 NOTES.—Mr. Robert G ay lost a valuable young horse last week. istemper was the cause.—Mr. Wm. Smith Jas the contract for drawing milk from this e ction of McKillop to the Walton Cheese actory. The job could not fall to better hands.—We are pleased to hear that Nr. Wm. Bray, who got his leg broken by sa -logging in Grey township, is getting al ng nicely, Mr. Bray carried on the blac smithing businees at Leadbury before r moving to Grey. —There appears to be an epidemic of sore throat in this section at present. A great many, both veung and iold, are suffering from this cause.—Mr. David McKay and Mrs. McKay, who forme ly resided in this section, were visiting friends and acquaint- ances here last week. 11r. McKay is at present living in Mitchel.—Mrs, Wm. Gray and her mon, Mr. Howarc Gray, were also visiting relatives here !deb week.—Mr. John Muldoon, who has been residing in Mani- toba for some time, is at present visiting his parents, who reside near here. John is an industrious young man, and we hear he is doing well out there. He purposes taking a number of horses with him when he re- turns.—Mr. John Parish occupied the pul- pit of Bethel church last Sabbath. He is a vigorous and forcible preacher and holds the attention of his, hearers.—The boodle com- posed of the assets of the late defunct Grange on the 12th Hoe, has been distri- buted ; there aro a great many peciple ex- tremely fond of the siller. Bayfield. EL F. EDWARDS has received a largo por- tion of his Spring Stock and has a very choice variety ot new goods. Do not buy your prints until you have seen what he has. Come early and have your pick of the &mat and best ever shown in Bayfield. Ses his 8c Cotton. 1261 J. A. McIteaosa, Brucefield, Conveyancer, Commissioner for taking affidavits. Deeds, Mortgag- es, Wills, &c.' carefully drawn up on short notice. -.A large amountof Money to Loan at current rates, on the most favorable terms as to repayment. 1261-1 NOTES. —Mrs. A. P. h[tcLean and her son Frank were here on Sunday.—Mr. Joseph Calloway, of British Columbia has been re- newing acquaintances here.—Mr. and Mrs. Neil Murray have removed to Aurora, Illinois.—Some good fishing has been done this week.—Large quantities of ice have been harvested.—J. W. Cook was at Lucknow fast week.—Rev. Mr. Howell, of Goderich, occupied the pulpit of the Methodist church last Sunday, and pleased a large congre- gation.—Messrs. Herbert Fowlie and John Gerneinhard were at Goderich on Monday. Miss Maud Middleton ' of Goderich town- ship, has been visiting Middleton, T. J. Marks.— Miss Emma Morgan entertained a number of her friends, the other evening, to a birth- day party. All present had a. most enjoy- able time, and all join in wishing Emma many happy returts.—On Friday evening last Master John Jewett gave a birthday party, and a pleasant time was spent by his many young friends, in playing various games.—Several members of the Goderich Royal Templars paid a visit to Bayfield lodge laet Friday evening.—David Arm- strong, son of Mr. Rainey Armatrong, of the Goshen Line, has !seen home from the Soo on a visit.—Mr. James Spackman, of the Sauble line, announces an auction sale of farm stook to take piece on Wednesday, March 2nd. He intend e making improve- ments on buildinget—Oa Thursday, March 3rd, Mr. James McLeod, of Goderich town- ship, holds a sale of stook and implethents. We understand he purposes removing to Dakota.—Mr. G. H. Hewston has already received large shipments of new goods 1oi spring, and is making a specialty of wal papers—The much talked of Phonograp concert is arranged fort uesday, March 8th Remember that the a lections front the Phonograph can be dis inctly heard in all parts of the hall, and wi I consist of cornet solos, piccolo solos, clarionet solo, marches, waltzes, quadrilles by leading American barols and orchestrae, a so songs and reci- tations. The best local talent will also tele part. If you want en oyment come to the town hall on Tuesday e mning, March 8th. I Ohiselhlurst. i NOTES.—Folks are m king the best pos- sible use of the sleighing. It looks as thong it would soon be gone. John McLean en John Latta are cutting down considerabl bush this year.—George Mitchell contiques quite poorly. —Mr. Janie's Young, Clinton, did good service -here mi the 14th inst. He ie welcome as often as he can come to the Methodist church.—Rev. J. S. Henderson is filling the Presbyterian church pulpit here during the illness of Rev. Mr. Martin. His services are greatly a.ppreciated. DrYS4ale• NOTES. —The roads ate nearly bare on th Sauble line.—Grippe has scarcely had. a vi - tim here. The climate is too much for the t monster. This is a veliy healthy locality.— Rev. Mr, Irwin preac ed here on Sunday evening, and intimated that he would with. draw services if the Rev. Mr. McDoeald could be induced to give regular services at Dryedale. He expected to state definitely as to future services ,in two weeks,—Me. Jacob Snyder has entireiy recovered froth his recent severe illness. McKillop. COUNCIL DOINOS.—A meeting of the .Mq- Knipp council, at winch all the members were preaent, was held at Crawford's '12betel, Dublin, on Monday last. The Board df Health was appointed, with R. W. Smith, NI, D., of Seafor-th, Medical Health OfEcer, and Wm, MeGavin, Sanitary I - spector. Fence -viewers and pound -keeps for the year were also appointed. The auditors' report was re eived and adopted. It shows a balance of $1,167.56 in the treat- ury at the end of the year. Cheques were issued for charity and other purposes to the amount of $135. After authorising the Reeve and Treaturee to loan muhicipal funds on hand on firet mortgage oh farm property at 6 per cent., interest, the ouncil adjourned to meet agailn at Fulton's 'Hotel, on Monday, March 21811e Westfield. NOTES.—Mr. George Garcot has received the contract foresplittiOg 99 cords of wood for Ms Newton Campbell. He intends to finieh it about the latter end of Jun.—Mr. George Jones, of Luckhow, paid this place a fiyiug visit on Sunelay.—Messrs. , James Woods and Archibald Robison were at Goderich, one day last week, on business.— Mies sie Buchanan was home from Gode- rich on Sunday.—Mt. Robert Munn, oor blackemirlespent Sunday at home.—Tmaney Brothers are busily engaged taking away the jam at the river bridge. Lower Wingham. NOTES —Mews. Wm. and George Wilsen left tor Michigan on Wednesday. —Mns. John Tervit and Miss Maggie Tervit re• turned home last Saturday, after a ehort visit to friends in the vicinity of Bruseels, looking very much refreshed.—Mr. George Phippee, who has had a severe attack of in grippe, is slowly recovering. ---Mr. Rebert Rutherford and his son and daughter intend going to Manitoba this week.—Mr. Jemes Calder returned home last week, after spending a month among friends and ac- quaintances in this vicinity,—Miss Liziie Graham, who is home on a visit, was calling on her aunt, Miss Graham, of this piece, lest week. Varna. FRATERNAL VISIT.—The Seaforth Royal Templarof Temperance Council paid the Varna Council'a fraternal visit on Tuesday night loot. The Seaforth Council turned our about 30 members. The Bayfield Couto cil also turned out about 12 or 14, making quite a large gathering. ' After the usual business was gone through with, the Coun- cil was thrown open to the public, and 1 a good programme by members of the different Councils was disposed of in a most excellent manner, after which all retired to their homes declaring they had spent a pleasant and eociable timel. Come again Seaforth, we feel beuefittod by your visits. NOTES. —Mr. Thos. 1.Vaeless, of BlYth, is visiting his old home at Varna. He is hay ing a good time coon -hunting, &c.—Sonne of the ardent politicians in this locality wept to Clinton on Tuesday night to hear the re- sult of the eleetion in West Huron and es- hen they found that their man was elected they must have become intoxicated either with -excitement or something stronger, for on returning home at about 3 or 4 o'clock a. m. on Wednesday they made the night hid- eous with their yells, disturbing the peace of the whole community. Brussels. BRIEFS.—Robert Hamilton has sold his house and lot on Queen street to Dan Mc- Kenzie for $450. He goes from here to reside with a grand-deughter at Stratford.— On Tuesday evening of laat week Andrew Cousley, assistant in McIntosh & McTag- gart's bank here, was married to Miss Lizzie Sample, daughter of the late John Sample. The Rev. G. F. Salton performed the interesting ceremony. The happy couple have the good wishes of everyone. Also on the same day, by the Rev. John Ross, Wm. Prutz, of Ellice, was married to Miss May, youngest daughter of Mr. Joseph Murr, of this place.—Mr. Land, of London, gave a phonograph concert in the Methodist church here last Tuesday evening, being &Belated by vocal music by local talent. An enjoyable time was spent, all admiring the Music of the phonograph.—A. J. Lowiok, of this place, and Alex. Peebles, of Ethel, have rented the grist and saw mill at Tiverton, county of Bruce, and have gone there to re- side this week, They ought to succeed as both are good business men and understand their line, being both practical men.—Thos. Edgar, who has been cheesemaker for the factory here for the past few years, has gone into the flour milling business. He and his brother James have rented a mill at Tara,— The fine weather of the last few days bas spoiled the good eleighing.—Division Court was held on Tuesday of this week, B. L. Doyle presiding. The docket was light there being only four cases—two of which were adjourned and two tried. There were several judgment summons debtors on hand. —Monthly horse fair on 'Thursday of next week. Bluevale. BRIEFS, —The Young People's Christian Association have decided to hold a grand concert on Friday evening, March 4th. The principal attractions of the evening are Mr. James Fax, of Toronto, and Miss Sage, of Walton. As Miss Sage has appeared before a Bluevale andieneet before, she will need no recommendation. Another attraction will be the Watson family orchestra. They are great musicians, and bring crowded houses wherever they appear. Mr. George Duffield and Mr. S. Gracey, of Wingham, whom we know of old, will also be present.—Mesers. George McDonald and John McIntosh, of Molesworth, were in Bluevale on Friday.— Mr. Norman Duncan was in Manchester on Wednesday and Thursday.—A load of Bluevaleites went to the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Watt, of the B. line, where an en- joyable time was spent, —Mr. Walter *Ruth - erford, recently a tenapt of Mr. Alexender Ross's farm, on the Bloevale road, moved to his residence in Bluevale on Thursday,— On Thursday evening a number of young peopie met at the reeidence of Mr. Philip Thonuis and spent an 'enjoyable evening.— Several of the farmers of Bluevale and vi- cinity were attending the Horse Fair in Wingham on Thursday, the 18th inst.— Mrs. and Min Malcolm, of Kincardine, are visiting at Mr, John Robertson's at present. —Mr. James and Mist! Jennie Hogg, of Mc- Killop, were vieiting at Mr. Frank Scott's on Saturday and Sunday.—Mr. Dunn has moved to his house in Bluevale.—Several people of Bluevale attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Peter McLaren, of Turnberry. —The directors of the Bluevale Cheese and ButtenCompany, viz: John R. Miller, Wm. James Johnston, James Elliott, Wm, Isbis- ter and Robert Maxwell, met in BIuevele on Monday. Among the many business trans- action it was decided to buy a new Bab- cock tester to catch all guilty parties, It was laiso decided to have ventilators put in the factory, besides having oome general re- pairing done.—There died in Bluevale on Monday, the 22nd inst., Wm. Anderson, aged 87 years, all hut cam month. De- ceased has lived in Bluevale for about 35 years, and was one of Turnberry's oldest residents, The remains were interredin the Bluevale cemetery on Wednesday, DANCING PARTY.—A social danein as- sembly will be held in. McKenna's Hall on Moeday evening next. The Broadhagen Stribg Band will furnish the music for the occasion. There will be ne invitations is. sued, and all will be made cordially wel- come. Tuckersmith. WEST END NOTES. s --A large number of young people from the London road spent a very pleasant evening at the residenhe of Mr. Frank Crich last week.—Miss Ida Britton, of Constance, is visiting here.— The farmers of thin vicinity are laying in their store of ice.:—Mr. T. Lane, Jr., is con- fined to bed with inflammatiou of the lungs, but is recovering.—Mr. Gee. Nott dieposed of a valuable horse laet week, Mr. W. C. Landsborough also disposed of one to • Mr. J. Fowler. Mr. T. O'Brien also sold a horse to Mr. J. Writer at the times priced. Dashwood. MATRIMONIAL.—On the evening of the 16th inet, Mr. Geo. Jephson, of Winnipeg, Mauitoba, and Miss Mary L. Hartman of this place, were united in marriage at the Evangelical parsonage, Dashwood, by Rev. E. H. Bean. The ,happy couple intend leaving shortly for their future home in Winnipeg.—On the samedate, Mr. William S. Ruby of the Browneon line, took to him- self for his life pertner, Mise Mary R. Prang, of Zurich. They left for Michigan, where they intend giving their friends a surprise, after which they purpose taking up their abode: in the old Ruby homestead May success attend them on their jeurney through life. Crediton. FARMERS' INSTITUTE.—A meeting of the South Huron Fermenta' Institute was held in the commodious, neatly -fitted and comfort- able township hall inithis village on Wed- nesday last, The day sessions were well at- tended by farmers and others, and the ad- dresses were bristling with facts and good common sense, and elicited much intelligent discussion. In the evening the hall was filled to the doors with old and, young, and a very pleasing and entertaining programme by local talent was presented. Whatever other thing Crediton may be lacking in, it has great talent in the musical and literary line. Some of the performers were as good and even better than'some professionals. A full report will be giyen next week. Zurich. LOCALITIES.—Mr. Philip Sippel has sold his pump shop and tools to John Voss. We wish Mr. Voss success in his new business. —Mr. C. Brill exchanged his dwelling with Mr. Hartman Happ l for an almost new brick house.—Mr. Fred. Voss and wife moved back to C nada a few days ago.— Mr. Henry Dumert and wife have returned from a visit to Berlin.—Mr. John Kinzinger moved his family to town this week.—Mr. Simon Mather shipped his effects this week to his new home in Elkton, Michigan. Himself and family will follow soon. He is well pleased with his new home and mill- ing businese.—Mr. Henry Eicher returned from Huron county, Michigan, a few days ago. While there he sold an 80 -acre farm which he bought about five months ago and made a net profit of $350.—Mr. Wm. Der - stein left a few days ago for Michigan, where he intends to may this summer. Wingham. NOTES.—West Huron bye -election is past and it was a bad take off on the Reformers of this place and the result was a Crow for the Tories. They he not crowed much round here for the last few years so it will do them good.—rhe horse fair held here last Thursday was a grand success. A larger crowd was never here at the like before. About 40 horses were sold, but poor prices were realized. It takes a good horse to bring $100.—Long John Anderson has returned from his visit to Galt. —Messrs. Gray, Young and Sperling polled three votes in the West for N.C.—Mrs. Samuel Loekridge was in Trenton this week, attend- ing the funeral of her sister.—George King has retired from the Mills establishment and T.A. is going it full blast once more.— George McKenzie is on the market buying grain.—Mrs. James Lees, front near Sea - forth, is visiting at her sisters, the Misses Ross.—The grippe ie losing its hold here; about time. Doan and Mr. Hess, in their i 'strumentals, were listened to with breath] .1 attention. The choir also acquitted the ielves sin a manner creditable alike to t; toselves and leader. Tbe proceeds of 11 J first night amounted to $51.15, On the following night a tee -cent social was held, and it is raid a vereapleasant time 'hoe spent. We are not prepared to say just what the second evening's proceeds amounted to. Belmore. NOTES. —Our miller is doing a brisk busi- ness at present. The farmers /mein to ap- preciate the new rollers.—Miss Eliza Gil- mour, of Wilmot township, has been visit- ing at her uncle's, Mr. G. Barton's for a few days.—Mr. Geo. Bremner, although so far recovered horn inflammation as to come home from Mount Forest, is as yet unable to attend to his duties as teacher, and' as result our school is yet closed.—There is some talk of a town hall being built here. We hope it will not end in talk.—Mr. G. Barton has let the contract of building his new brick residence to Mr. Ramshaw, of Wroxeter. We understand that the Fry- fogle brothers are going to do the brick work. Mr. Barton may be sure of a good job at the hands of such workmen as these. Blake. NOTES.—The fields are getting bare.— Mr. A. J. Styles left last week for Dakota.— Mr. Alex. Manson leaves this week for the Northwest Territory. He goes with Mr. R. McMillan, who takes out a load of horses. TEA-MEEEING.—The tea -meeting held in the Blake Presbyterian chorch on Tueaday evening of last week was a grand success in all respects. Three reverend gentlemen be- sidee the pastor, Rev. Mr. MoDonald, oc- cupied the platform and pleased and in- structed the large audience by their "witty" and eloquent addresses, as well as stories suitable for such an occasion. As for the music of the evening it was a treat, and those who were so unfortunate as not to at- tend missed a real one. It was furnished by Professor Scott, Mrs. Doan and Mr. F. Hess, of Zurich, the Kippen choir, and Hen - sail Quartette led by Professor Scott. The Professor is, without doubt, an excellent singer, and acquitted himself satisfactorily to the audience, while the singing of the Quartette was also much enjoyed; Mrs,: Stanley. STOOK SOLD. —W. J. Biggins, of -Elm- hurst Farm, Stanley, sold one of his fine Durham bulls last week. He also sold a handsome grade heifer to Mr. James Wiltse, of McKillop, for a good figure. Mr. Wiltse is one of the prosperous farmers of that township, and we hope his recent purchase will prove a profitable speculation to him. OBIT,UARY.—In peaceful calm trust in her Saviour, whom long years before she had learned to know, there died, on January 25tb, Mrs. Archie McNeil, 2nd concession of Stanley. Her maiden name was Bella McNair. She was a native of Argykshire, Scotland, and came to this county when quite young. Some 22 years ago she was afflicted with paralysis of the limbo, which confined her to the house and most of the time to her bed. During all these long years she was Cheerful, resigned, and often happy. Her book was the Bible; her trust in the blessed' Saviour; she illustrated the precious promise, "My grace is sufficient for thee." Though deprived of attend- ing church she delighted in the prayer - meeting when held in her home, and the visit of her pastor was a delight to both. She leaves behind her husband, who is an esteemed elder in Union church, Bruce field ; one daughter, who was a comfort and joy to her, patiently caring for her since able to do so; one brother, Mr. John Mc- Nair, having died only a few days after her, and two sisters, all of whom have the sym- pathy of their large circle of friends. She was interred in Baird's cemetery. Sin no more can taint thy spirit, Nor can doubt thy faith assail; Thou thy weleome host received,— Now thy strength shall never fail. LO1ldef3b0r0. LOCALITIES, —Mr, Wm. Stevenson has rented a farm near Brussels and will remove there shortly. We shall be sorry to lose him as he is a good and deserving citizen.— Mr. James Callender left for Manitoba this week and intends residing there in future.— Mr. Will Brunselen also left for the prairie Province this week. He took with him a car load of horses, buggies, &c„ which he hopes to dispose of there and to return with their equivalent in cash.- We hope he will be successful:—Rev. James Ferguson and Mr, A. Weiodman attended the Grand Lodge meetigg of the Sons of England thie week at London as representatives from the Londesboro ,Lodge.—Mrs. A. Callender and family ; left for Manitoba this week. Previous MI their departure Mks Etta Callender wah waited on by a deputation from the Methodist church here who, on behalf of the congregation, presented her with a complimentary address and a purse in recognition of her services as church organist. She will be monied both in church and in social circles.—The entertainment given by the Sons of England last Friday evening was a very interesting and success- ful affair. The proceeds amounted to about $15.—Mr. George Sander has purchased the fifty acre farm at present occupied by Mr. Joseph Garrett —Mr. Whitely has the con- tract for building a new house for Thomas Nott of the 8th concession of Hullett, also one for Mr. J. Garrett on the gravel road north of here. Brucefleld. ANOTHER large shipment of New Spring Goods to arrive to -day. Our Shirtings, Cottonades, Grey and White Cottons are unusual value. We hear their praises spoken continually by customers both old and new. Come and see what we are doing. J. Mei:mail, Brucefield. 1263-1 THAT PRECENTOESHIP.—DEAR EXPOSITOR, —I noticed in your last week's issue that Mr. Jamieson had been elected precentor of Union church, Brucefield, for the present year by a large majority. Now, I think that your correspondent must have over- reached the mark, for the majority is known only to those who counted the bal- lots, and a majority gained by canvassing in this case is no majority at all, as it is con- trary to the laws of God. Now, we would not say anything against Mr. Jamieson as a Binger, but would say that the congregation of Union church, Brucefield, has prospered as well in the past hear under the leader. ship of. Mr. Bell as it has ever done. Mr. Bell has not only faithfully performed his duties in the services of song, but has al- ways taken a deep interest not only in Sabbath School work, but in other services, and will no doubt be as useful in the fnture. —A MEMBER. NOTES.—Dr. Robertson's address on the Home Missionsin Manitoba, the Northwest and British Columbia, was highly interest- ing, profitable and much enjoyed by the audience. It should stimulate the Home Missionary Work iu the congregation.— The young men of the congregation of Union church took possession of the barn at the manse last Tuesday evening, and in an in- formal but kindly way left one hundred bushels of oats for the benefit of their pas- tor's horse. Such kindly deeds will not fail to receive the Master's blessing.—Mr. Dun- cen.McDonald, Jr., has gone to Chicago,and Mr. Duncan Cameron to Manitoba, this week. We wish theee young men every success, but yet we must ask why our young men are leaving us ?—The Mieses McDonald, of Clinton, are spending a few days of well - 'earned rest under the paternal roof.—Miss Irwin, of Clinton, is the guest of Miss Jessie McDonald. --Miss Lilly McIntesh has gone on a visit to Rochester.—The oyster supper under the auspices of the Royal Ternplars reflects great credit on the committee. A pleasant, time was spent. The singing of Mr. Allan, the blind vocelist, and Mr. Jameson, was deservedly appreciated, while Rev. S. Acheson, of Kippen, delivered an excellent and appropriate address. McFAUL'S. Thousands of Yards of New Dry Goods. SELLING CLOSE FOR CASH. Cottonrsi—ntSs—hirLtiinnegnDressss—"ickinGoods _p —Mantles—Trimmings, &c, A. good many more cases of new goods have been opened, and by what we have already, along with what is to come by the middle of March, we will have a larger stock of Spring Goods to show than at any season since coming to Seaforth Everything has been. selected with care so as to have quality, style and reasonable prices combined. The best Cottons are in. Fast Color Shirtings are in. Best Tickings—selling cheap. New Sheetings are in. The Sateens are very pretty, Advance Prints are in. Art Moslins in great variety. Fine Table Linens are in. Large shipments of Lace Curtains. Napkins and Towels—splendid value. Black Dress &Dods are in. Colored Dress Goods in great variety, Spring Mantles are in. New Millinery next week. We are getting our new Gents' and Boys' department into good shape for the spring, and in a week or ten days we will be able to show a very choice lot of Gents' Furnishings, Tweeds and Readymade Clothing. The Boys' Clothing will be especially attractive, as the stock and assortment will be almost double that of any for- mer season. We will be glad. to have you call at any time and look through our new goods. Hensall. G. J. SUTHERLAND has several nice vil- lage properties for sale cheap, also a couple of dwel- lings to rent for a short time. Office at the Post Office. 1283-2 LOCAL NOTES,—Sleighing is getting pretty thin in cur village, and also on the roads running east and west.—Mr. R. Morrison, of Shedden, and formerly of this place, was in the village for a few days this week on business.—On 'Wednesday morning last the following young men joined the excursion for British Columbia and the Pacific coast; Robert Patterson, jr., Arthur Coxworth, Edward Ingram and Leopold Ingram. A 1 very large number of the relatives and 1 friends of the aforementioned assembled at the station to wish them good bye and all success. We hope their moat minguine wishes will be more than realized by the young men who have left our midst to push their fortunes in the far famed West.—Miss Roberton, of Anent Craig, and Miss Rob- ertson, of London,who have been the guests of Mrs. EL Arnold,returned home this week. —Mr. Edward Ford, son of Mr. John Ford, of the township of Tuckermith, has gone to Goderich to attend the High School.—Miss Davis has returned from Brucefield, where she was visiting relatives and friends.—Miss Hawkehaw, of Exeter, is visiting friends here.—Mr. R. Hughes has sold his dwelling homes, on Richmond street, to Mr. Joseph Hood, of the township of Stanley, who in- tends, we are pleased to say, to become a resident of our village. Mr. Hughes and family intend leaving here about the firet of next week for St. Louis, where Mr. Hughes' sons are now living. While the move will no doubt be to his advantage as a carpenter, yet at the same time we very much regret losing Mr. Hughes from our village, as he Edward McFaul, SEAFORTH. 1011•11111MMINIBc has proved one of our best and most ener- getic townsmen. Be always took an active part in all eocial and improvement and re- ligious meetirigs, and has always taken a great interest in the young people, in the way of encouraging them to take part in meetings that would tend to aid them socially, morally and spiritually. We trust that himself, Mrs. Hughes and family may enjoy the respect and esteem in St Louis which they have been enjoying here.— We are pleased to see the genial counten- ance of our esteemed friend, Mr. "John Blatchford, sr„ on our streets once more, after- an attack of la grippe, which confined him to the house for some time.—The West Huron elections caused considerable interest here and a number of our villagers having votes in that Riding were on hand to record them.—We are pleased to see Mr. Magee is recovering nicely from his recent illness and is now able to resume his Sabbath service work.—Mrs. Thomas Dick, of the 4th con- cession of Hay, is to the front this year as regards maple syrup, she having made some on Tuesday 23rd inst. So far as we have heard this is the first of the Sealsdn.—Mr. and Mrs. George Moir, of the township of Hay quietly celebrated their golden wedding on Monday, February 15th, and it is the wish of their hosts of friends that they may yet be spared to spend many more years of happy wedded life. Mr. and Mrs. Moir are among the oldest and most respected residents of the township and with the march of years are the more esteemed for their many social and estimable qualities. ANNIVERSARY SERVICES.—The anniver- sary eervices held in Carmel Presbyterian church on Sabbath last were very largely at- tended at both services, but particularly so was this the case in the evening, there be- ing between 600 and 700 present. The ser- vices on both occasions were conducted by the Rev. John Gray, of New Sarum, who is an able, eloquent and impressive speaker, and who was listened to with the greatest interest, and pleasure. His preaching was of that original, earnest and practical kind which claims the attention of the most thoughtless, as well as that of the most earnest seeker after truth. The service of eot.g as conducted by Mr. Charles McAllis- ter, supported by an able choir, was all that could have been desired for an anniversary occasion. The free will offerings of the congregation fully sustained their well- known liberality, amounting to the nice InUR of $205, which is, as we predicted, more than was ever raised, over and above ex- penses, when a tea or concert was held on the following evening and speaks for itself of the true and liberal giving spirit of the congregation. Hills Green. NOTES.—On the 14th inst., Mr. James Young,of Clinton, and on the 2Ist inst„Mr. Albert Tiffin preached in the Methodist Church. Both are acceptable preachers here. Mr. Irvine preaches at 6.30 next Sunday.—Mr. C. Stetch has mete ed into the village to make room for Mr. Irma° Jarrett and his wife; we congratulate Isaac on his marriage.—Mrs. John lroyer is now able to go out for short drives.—John 13. Troyer is home again, and has improved somewhat in health.—Mr. John Elgie, who spent the winter months in this vicinity, returned to Manitoba this week. Mrs. Elgie remains at her father's for the summer. Mr, Elgie has purchased hie father's farm in Tuckersniith and intends coming back in the fall for good . —Miss Mary esichardeon, daughter of Mr. William Richardson, accompanied Mr. Elgie to Manitoba; where she has a good situation awaiting her.— Mr. John Consit, lie, has purchased the fifty -acre farm of Met William Richardson, near here, for $2,591 Tbia adjoins Mr. Consit's present place and will give him a splendid hundred -acre farm. Mr. Richardson takes this crop off. —Mr. Geo. Brown, son of Mr. Miles Brown, of Carlingford, who has been visit- ing friends in that section for the past few weeks, and who entered into partnership with Mr. Jas. Colquhoun in the manage- ment of the Royal hotel, Mitchell, has re- turned to his home at Redwood Falls, Min- nesota, leaving Mr. Oliver Hodges to look after his interests in the Royal. —Mr. John Forbes, Stratford, met with a rather serious accident on Thursday, 18th inst., while attempting to nail a board * the ceiling of his stab . eying placed & step ladder on the flohr wh was coated with ice he ascended and commenced open - tions when the ladder shot from in under him, letting him fall to the floor with enf- Solent force to dislocate his shoulder and out two severe gashes in his head, The first meetings o attietpubentev:a si sWed ubsdtnaeneti:1 COMfertehl There is al vnfieurremthrnelaeeetswii ypi C in red leo as farniers eat in such] tyla°eunniginmethn" on the pap! 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