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The Clinton New Era, 1890-11-28, Page 1.,"•;14. Ntna't°Y I''Oj tm* VOI♦ i7ghelSt1•41,IgMQR liege • ()LI TON, ONT., NOVEMBER 28, 1894; k • lee • RO Xte'N uotimss, l"rrbai er til,Cto a Year in advance. • Jackson Bros Our Weekly Budget The Famous FurnisheN THE CHICAGO SHIRT The increased demand for this popnla and comfortable Shirt has been so grea that we are obliged to duplicate on orders for them. For ease and comfort appearance and wear, this ie the shift we recommend. No trouble pulling it over the head; it is simply put on th same as a coat. Lanndried and un- laundried always in stook. We have also a full stock of MENS NIGHT SHIRTS, Plain and Fancy Trimmed. For the holiday season we have some special novelties to show yon, which we cannot enumerate here, but a visit t our immense establishment will con vince you that we are the leaders in ou line. Have yon seen our Arctic an Natural Wool Underwear If not, why not. Jackson Brothers The Famous Clothier 4t- CLINTON. �j. Presentation of a Flag. CLINTON SCHOOL BOARD THE RI.'CIP IENT. Friday afternoon last was au im portant occasion to the scholars o the Public School and a portion o those of the Collegiate, it, being th time arranged toi• the presentation to the Trustee Board of the flag pur- chased with the prize money secure at the late fair. As many of th scholars as could get in were crowde into one of the rooms, along one en of which sat the Trustees and a fe other citizens. Master Erney Davi was chosen chairman. The follow ing address was read by Mise Mabe Doherty. To Mr John Cunninghame, chair- man of the Public School Board. Sin,— On behalf of the girls of the calisthenic club and the boys of the drill corps we present you, as the of- ficial representative of the Board and School, with this flag of the Dominion. As you are aware,it has been purchased with the money obtained from the dir- ectors of the "Huron Central Exhibi• tion" as prizes. This flag is to be hoisted on the an- niversary of such victories as Queen ton Heights, Lundy's Lane, Chrysler Farm, Frenchtown, capture of Detroi &c., and will help to impress upon ou memories the history of these events. We earnestly hope that as often a the girls and boys of Clinton see thi flag floating over the Model Schoo their hearts my glow with patriotic feelings towards the land of the "Maple Leaf," and that it will remind them of those who gave their lives in defence o their homes and fell while endeavoring to repel the invading foe. Girls of the Model School, C. C Boys of the Model School, D. G'!" In suitable and appropriate terms, Mr Cuninghame acknowledged the gift, stating that while it gave him • great pleasure to receive it on behalf of the board, he was at a loss to find words in which to express hie thoughts. Short remarks were also Made by the other trustees, and others, among them being Messrs .T. McGarva, H. Steep, J. C. Steven- son, J. Wiseman, T. Jackson jr., W. C. Searle, Rev Messrs Edge and Shilion, Mr James Scott, and Mr Geo. Hanley. The proceedings were enlivened by music, at intervals, the program under direction of Mr Jack- son, and Miss A. McGarva, as or- gainst,embracing a ehorus,"Canada," by the school ; duet, Blanche Shep• pard and Annie Howe ; humorous re- citation by Mary Lough ; solo, Mag- gie McMurry; chorus, "Maple Lea Forever," the school ; duet, Maud Waley and- Sadie Sibley , song, t w boys and the school. The flag was then stretched across the wall, and Mr Lough expressed desire to bave a flag staff erected o the school in order that the flag neigh be "thrown to the breeze" on the 19th of Dec., the first anniversary in , the list, a request that will be eom- plicd, with. God Save thel,ueen brought the meeting to a clots, all present muchpleased with the cir• ettmsttltiees that brought them t • et - OF INTERESTING} NEWS From all parts of the County—by wide-awake and lively Correspondents Stanley. e , ILK.—Mr W. Keys, egg dealer, has been seriously ill for, several daysr with a bad attack of dyspepsia.: Se bad was be on, Friday night that hie recovery was despaired of, but we are glad to know that he is improving. COLLECTOR —Mr Wiley, tax col • lector, is on his rounds, and says he has no difficulty in gathering in the funds. Well, he should not have, either. Fancy any one refusing to pay their taxes to a man that weighs over three hundred pounds, and so good natured that it is a pleasure to pay him money. RELIGIOUS.—On Sunday last the Misses Hall closed their four weeks' labors at the Methodist church on the Goshen line, having wonderfully stimulated the membership of the church, and secured the conversion of twenty-three others, who were tak- en into church fellowship on trial, They commence service at Varna, on Sunday evening, and expect to re- main there till Christmas time. COUNcIL--Council met at Varna, on Saturday, November 22nd; mem- here all present, minutes of previous meeting read and signed. By-law, appointing George Baird, Thos. Ken • nerd, Geo. Stewart, Wm. Rathwell and Samuel Sterling, Deputy Return- ing Officers, was read and passed.— The accounts of the Huron Signal, for advertising the closing of road al- lowance, and the account of the trustees of S.S. No. 4, for the use of school house for election purposes, were ordered to be paid. The ac- count ot Peter Baker, from the town- ship of Hay, engineer, for digging ditch on the farm of Jacob Hierono- mous, was laid over until investigat- ed. The following gravel accounts were ordered to be paid : W. Carnie, $9.92; James Parke, $22.64; Peter Capling, $19.28; Chas. Logan, $26.24; D. Gingrich, $18.80, Charles Weeks, $24.24; Wm. Cooper, $8.10; John Cameron, $16 32; Jn. Gibson, $10 88; Geo. Stephenson, $21.04; Robt. Snow- don, $20.88; John McMillen, $2.80. Council adjourned to meet on Dec. 15, at 1 p.m. GEO. STEWART, Clerk' East Wawanosh. RUNAWAY.—Mr Elam Livingstone had the misfortune to have his horse rue away on Monday evening last. He left it tied at Mr Bennett's gate, while he went inside for a while.— The horse managed to get loose, and started on a travelling tour. For two miles everything went on smooth enough, but when opposite Mr John Coultes' house, the rig literally went all to pieces, and is in a very dilapi- dated condition. Elam says he thinks more of his horse than ever, since it has shown its speed. DEATH.—Mr Mat Brandon, of the 10th non., died on Saturday night last. He had been ailing for a week with constipation of the bowels, and after suffering the moat excruciating pain, succumbed to the dread disease. He was an exemplary young man, and; well lilted by every one he came in contact with. He was an active member of the Methodist church, Belgrave, a leader in the I. 0. G. T., and was connected with most of the philanthropic movements round here. The funeral took place on Monday, at 1 p m., and was very largely at- tended by sorrowing relatives and friends. His friends have the sincere sympathy of the entire community. DEATH.—We are sorry this week to record the death ot Peter M., eldest son of Mr Walter Scott, at his uncle's, in Halton csunty, where he had gone on a visit about seven weeks ago, and was taken ill while away, never re- covering sufficiently to be able to come home. Deceased has not been very robust for some time; he had never fully recovered from an attack of la grippe last winter, and a com- plication of diseases baffled the best medical aid. He was a lover of all kinds of outdoor exercise, and was in good favor with his companions. He leaves a father, four brothers and two sisters to mourn their loss, be- sides a host of sorrowing friends. Thecorpse was brought home for interment, and wA buried to McRea's cemetery, on Thursday. NOTES.—Mr Wm. Scott, of Milton, is visiting friends In this neighbor- hood. Mrs Gregor McGowwan went to Paisley last week, to wait upon her fresher, who ie seriously i11. At a meeting held in the school house of S.S. No. 10, it was decided to get up an entertainment, to come off on Monday evening, December 22nd; a choice program is being prepared, in which the local and neighboring talent is expected to take part; all who wish to spend a pleasant and profitable evening, do not fail to be present. A select party was held at the residence of Mr B. Williams, one evening last week; music was fur- nished by the Quinn brothers, and the floor managed by Mr R. Vint, in his usual efficient manner; a pleasant time was spent by all present. Basil Coultes, who has been visiting at Walton for the past week has return- ed home. Mies Hannah Jane Row- land baa left for Walkerton, where she will reside in the future, for a time at least. Mr John Coultas is a heavy loser by the Maxwell firm breaking down; he has been very unfortunate of late. Councillor Aroh.IIielop has pnrchas• ed the 100 acre farm on 13th con, of Grey to his uncle, Thos. Hislop, now of her, 1 Manitoba. 0 Goderich Township. COLLAR BONE BROKEN.—Mr Jas. Cottle, au aged man of this township, had the misfortune on Saturday last to slip down -and break his collar bone. TEACHER ENGAGED. — The true - tees of S. S. No. 9 have secured the services of a Mr McRoberts, of Lea - don township, as teacher for next year, at a salary of $325. NOTES.—Mr Wm. McDougall, of Seaforth, paid a visit to friends here lately. The Misses Blake, of Col- borne township, were visiting at Mr W. J. Marquis' a few days lac week. Mr Jas. Stirling and Ms thrg sisters were visiting in Stanley last .week. Mr Wm. Curry is again very lots with inflammation; this is the seconds at- tack he hos had this season, ' 'Messrs Alf. Stirling and Walter Weston have gone on a visit to friends in Glammis; dame rumor has it that Walter has gone after a helpmate, and is expect- ed to bring home a new sofa. Mrs Wm. Stirling, of the 6th con., has sold 860 dozen eggs this season, for which she received the sum of $101; she would like to know what to do with her hens, now that McKinley has come into force. Mr Alex. Stir- ling, of Dakota, has sold 2,0410 bush- els of w heat of this year's crop, at 88 cente per bushel, and hascalso 2,000 bushels of oats, for which he was of- fered 35 cents per bushel. Iain n. NOTES.—Will Lindsay returned home from the Michigan lumberwoods last week, he reports times dull. Mr B. Snell has given up the farm which he had leased from his tether and intends going to Washington Terri- tory; he sells his effects by public auction to -day (Friday); may success go with Ben. On Wednesday the 19th a bridal party passed through here on their way to Londesboro to have thenuptial knot tied, a long and happy life to Sandy and his bride is the earnest wish of all. Mr Joe Snell, sr., is very ill at present, but strong hopes are entertained of his early recovery. Too late tor last week PERSONAL. — Our worthy doctor spent Sunday in Clinton; this is not the first Sunday he has spent in that place, since coming here. Misses Louise and Clara Fowler spent Sun- day with friends near here. Mrs Schoales has had her residence raised, which will add much to the comfort as well as to the looks of the house. Mr R. D. Stanley, of this place, left here on Monday, for Toronto; it sur- prised most of the people, for he seemed so contented with his lot here. We advise Fred to step boldly to the front; Bob will not bother you any more now, I. 0. G. T. -The following are the officers for the present quarter of the I.O.G-T. Lodge in this place :—L D, Miss Bella Schoales; C T, E L Farn- ham; V T, Miss Ida Britton; P C T, J D Hinchley; W C, Wm McIntosh; R S, Watson Best; A S, Miss Gertie Farnham; F S, Robert Coates; W T, Miss Jane Clark; W M. John Best; D M, Miss Jessie McGregor; 0 G, John Doorance; I G, Miss Mary Mc- Cully; R H S, Miss Beatrice Lindsay; L H 5, Miss Laura Bennet; Organist, Miss Ida Britton. Sides were called for a contest, by Beatrice Lindsay and Gertie Farnham; Wm. Hugall to act as referee. This lodge is in a flourishing condition, initiating new members nearly every meeting. LeeU nor NOTES—The MissesFortheringham, from the neighborhood of Brucefield, spent a few days here and were the guests of Mr John Linkj,r. Mrs 0. Potter, of Porter's Hill, spent sev- eral days with friends here, returning home on Monday. Mr Jno Hillier of Goderich, spent Thursday of last week here the guest her brother, .Jas Horton. Mr R. Sallows and Mr Stevens gave their interesting views on Egypt by magic lantern, here on Monday night. They also showed a number of photos. of old settlers and friends of this neighborhood, which were looked upon with deep interest. But nonce called forth so much, ap= plause as that of S. B. Williams, our noted reporter, who appeared to be very busy taking down with his fountain pen the notes ot the ]ieigh- borhood. McKI illop. Nousx.s.—Mrs Alex. Gardiner, of the 14th, has been visiting with her mother, Mrs Jas. .Kerr, near Win- throp, for a few days. Mr Jno H. Kerr, B. A„ has been calling on the several towns in Bruce Co., in the interests of a Life Assurance Com- pany. Mr David Crawford, who has spent the summer months in Tuckersmith, is home for the winter. Mr Geo Broom, who formerly lived near Leadbury,has removed to Win- throp. We understand Mr Mc- Namara, of Leadbury, has rented hie hotel to a Mr Bell, of Clinton, and intends moving into the brick house on his farm. On Friday ev- ening last a party was given in the hall, in connection with the hotel, and those present say they enjoyed themselves. On Tuesday of last week, constable Turnbull received instructions to arrest Mrs Chas. Dul- mage, of the 6th con. on a charge of setting fire to the house recently oc- cupied by Mr Carter, which was burned soros time ago; Mrs Dulmage was committed for trial, but it is to be hoped for the sake of her hus- band and friends that she will not be ' convicted • Wingham. NorEs.—.A. mild attack of scarlet fever prevalent, all owing to the weather, as an 1 country h is old y umbel t put it, r perhaps bacilli Koch to the rescue. John Frost reigned supreme Saturday night and Sunday, he macadmizsd the roads thoroughly on Monday. A -Canadian McAdam will put in an appearance some time in the twentieth century. Tuesday's weather beat Greenock all to sticke, as dear Fanny Burney'e Italian ac- quaintance put •it about London weather, it was inconsistent through- out. Sun and John Frost "pits a' Natur' in a joyful mood," and our storekeepers rejoice as they hear the clink of the Queen's image. The Wingham vocal and instrumental quartette club, with instruments,was photographed Wednesday by Mr Brockenshire, the negative implies a positive, and we have no doubt the latter will rebound to the credit of Wingham'd artist and to the satis- faction of the sitters. The Band of Hope met in R. Richie's hall, on Friday Nov. 21st, and opened with singing and prayer, her which classes were formed and eir teachers appointed, The pledge was taken by all new members. There has been a very large increase in the attendance since the Demorest Medal contest has made it very necessary to have a lot of new teachers. Summerhill. Norm —Mr T. Wallace, we are pleased to state, ie convalescing, be having being unwell for the past few weeks. Mr B. Grainger, our black- smith, has been off work for the past two weeks owing to the fact that a mamoth boil had interfered with the action of his muscles ; we hope, however, soon to hear the fa- miliar "clink." Messrs Laithwaite have finished their season's work in the threshing line. Mr W. Laith- waite and family have removed to the Hub to reside. The shooting match at Mr R. Miller's on Tuesday of last week, was well attended. Mr L. Manning, of Clinton, paid a visit to our burg last week. A turnip left at G. M. Kilty's store a few days ago measured 353- inches in circumfer- ence and weighed 14e lbs. It was grown by Mr N.Lovett. MesersW.and C. Lowery spent Sunday with friends near Varna. A business meeting of the members of the congregation of St Peters church was held on Tuesday evening; Rev Mr Young, of Goderich, the bishop's commissioner, was in attendance. A handsome porch is in course of building; it was much needed; Messrs Beacom are doing the work. There was considerable fun here on Monday in connection with a goose case; it was caused by a goose changing hands without the consent of one of the parties concern- ed; the former owner learned the whereabouts of thegoose and hastened thereto, but alas ! too late to recover it alive. It was undergoing a well- known process of preparation in the then owner's oven. We are informed that $1'.25 was ultimately paid for the goose. Too late for last week. .aceter. One of our eitizens,,in the person of Amn, relict of the late John Carley, place which took p ce on Tuesday last, at her late residence, (lidle, street, at the age of 63 years and 8 months. Deceased was for many years a meni. ber of James street Methodist church. The funeral took place on Thursday !set, to Exeter cemetery. The re maining family have the sympath of the community in this their sa hour of trial. Cannon CHIMES.—The inaugura tion of the chimes ot the Trivit Memorial church of this place wil take place on Sunday, December 7th The chime, a memorial gift by Mr T. Trivitt, Exeter, is composed of te• bells, the largest weighing 1,800 lbs. the weights gradually decreased t. the smallest, which weighs 220 lbs. Their respective notes are F, (3, A, flat, 0, D, E flat, E, E and G; that is the 1st, 2ad, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6;h, 8t. and 9th correspond to the eight tones in the major octave of F, and the flat and G are added so as to eecur: six tones in the key of the 4th, fo without these very many tunes tha are well known, and very popular, could not be played, whereas the in sertion of these bells overcomes til: difficulty, and produced the desire• result. The total weight of the bells exclusive of the frames and attach menta, is 7,100 lbs., and the entir value, including delivery and puttin_. in tower, is $2,800. The playipy stand is of oak; finely finiened, an. is an excellent piece of furniture. I is an almost square stand, haying te• levers on handsome brass hinges, an. a silver plate on each lever, bearin the letter denoting the tone of eac. respective bell, and above the lever: a very handsome music reek. Th: playing is done by a quick downwar• stroke of the lever representing the desired note, and with such rapidit as the time of the piece demands. The bells peal the following pieces at the morning service: Changes o. eight bells, Old 128th, Sun of m soul, More love, 0 Christ, to thee Coronation, Come, Holy Spirit, Jesu- lover of my soul, and Old Hundred For the afternoon service: Safe i. the arms of Jesus, Sicilian mariners hymn, Shall we gather at the river Ring the belle of heaven, Yield no to temptation, Portugese hymn, M faith looks up to thee, and Sweet by and by. For the evoning service Forever with the Lord, From Green land's icy mountains, Sweet hour o prayer, Be ye kind to one another, Jesus, I my cross have taken, Nearer, my God, to thee, and Abide with me. The chiming will begin half an hour before each service, and end at the time service commences. These beautiful bells were manufactured by the McShane Bell Foundry, Balti- more, Md. The services of Mr Fran P. Lotz, of Baltimore, has been se- cured as chimer for the occasion.— There will also be services held in the church on the following Monday when several ministers from a dis tance will be present to deliver ad dresses on the occasion, THE FIFTH.—The 1855th anniver- sary of the Gunpowder Plot was cele- brated in the Orange Hall here on Nov.5, an excellent supper prepared. There was a large turnput in the evening and alter all had sated the wants ot the inner man, the amuse- ment of too evtning commenced which consisted in "tripping the light fantastic" to the terpsichorean strains pf the violin supplied by Messrs R. Bailey, J. Kilty and W. Carter. All seemed well pleased with the whole affair. PARTY.—On Wednesday night of last week a pleasant time was spent at the residence ot Geo Johnston, when a party of young folk from the Hub drove out and taking possession ot the house, "tripped the light fan- tast'.c" to the strains ot terpsichone until the "wee sma" hours when all dispersed with glad feelings towards mine ho -t. Brussels. A BAD FIRE.—About 5 o'clock Saturday morning fire started in the rear of the American hotel, a three- story frame buildintr.e'A. R. Smith's store was next burned; loss $16,000, insurance $4,000. A two-story, frame and the largeatrstore in Brussels came next. It was occupied by A.Strachan general store ; loss on building, $3,- 500 ; stock partially saved. A two- story frame, owned and occupied by J.G. Skene as a general store,burned, loss on building, $1,500 ; stock parti- ally saved ; insurance $2,600. W. J. Fairfield, photographer, loss $600 ; insurance $300. Mrs Waller, dress- maker, total lass ; no insurance. This fire completed the burning of the whole business portion of town in fifteen years, which has been rebuilt with substantial brick stores, only three frame buildings now remaining in the business portion of the town. Exeter. FIRE.—On Friday, itbout midnight, some evil disposed person or persons set fire to a large straw stack, belong- ing to Mr Thos. Bissett, sr., on Sta- tion street. it is about time that this sort of evil practise was put a atop to, as this is the second incendiary fire which bas taken place on the same street during the past year. 'I'be loss will be considerable to Mr Bissett, as he keeps on hand several horses. HYMENEAL --Mr John Bissett, sr., was married on Thursday of last week, at St. Marys, to Mrs Smith. a widow, who formerly kept a candy store on Main street. The happy couple re- turned to town on Monday last,where they will reside. We wish the old couple a pleasant and prosperous journey through life. Several of our old widowers in town seem very melancholy since the pleasant event took place. DEATH. --It is our solemn duty this week to chronicle the death of Kippen, Local, iEr .- lttx MOBeth put the finishing touch on Mr•obt Mc- Mordie'sn bank barns beet week; they are tie most commodious, out- buildinge In thesis parts. Mr Cham- bers, on townline, has nearly com- pleted his new barn and dwellin house; although not 8o large as Mr MoMordie's, they are nevertheless comfortable and neat. Farmers are now taking advantage of our Indian summer in the wayot•$nishing up their plowing. Clover threshing is now the order of the day and a good yield is expected. One of the largest car- loads (single (tick) of pork, which ever lett this station was shipped by our enterprising pokr dealer one day last week; Mr Shafer deals extensive- iy in the shipment of live hogs, and the party to whom be shipped them say they are the finest and largest hogs received by him in a numbers of years, the exact weight of the single deck being 18,900 lbs, fors -which Ur Shafer received the highest figure on the market. Mrs John Jones and youngest son arrived home from visit- ing friends in Uncle Sam's domains last week; they Were away about two months and a half. Mr H. Ivison and sisters are expected home in about a week. Mr Edward Taylor has left the parental roof and gone to seek his fortunes in the west; suc- cess Ed. NOTES.—Mr John Stanlake, of th Thames road, near town, is at present confined to his bed with a serious stomach trouble. Mr Ed. Roberts, who has been running the grocery and crockery business in Fannon'; block, has disposed of his stock to Mr E. Soackman, the popular boot an. shoe man of this place, and intends moving to Toronto shortly. Mr Geo. McEwen, Hensel], is at present busi- ly engaged with a staff of workmen, making some repairs to the Exeter salt works. Messrs W. H. Verity & Sons, implement manufacturers, re- ceived a consignment of white oat timber from Indiana, U. S., on Tues- day last; they intend making the frames of their celebrated straw cut- ters with the timber. Mr Thos Ok., of this place, shipped, on Wednesda , two car loads of hay from this statio., also two cars from Centralia statio., to Ailanford, Mass.; Tommy is an enterprising young man, and will no doubt make his mark some day. Mr W. T. Acheson, the genial proprietor of the Central Hotel, intends having his annual shooting match to -da', (Friday), and has secured about 500 pigeons for the occasion; a large nu.. - Her of the sporting fraternity from the neighboring towns and villages s expected to be present. This place was visited by a northwest blizzar., on Tuesday afternoon last. Mess a Brumpton Bros. held an auction sale in Pickard's Block, on Friday evening last, which was not very successful, financially. Large quantitiesof farm produce are disposed of every Satur- day, at the Board of Trade marke , There are four grain buyers on o r market at present, and grain has a. - vanced in price. On Tuesdsy evening last, a large number of o r young men, accompanied by the r best girls, drove to the residence of Mr Geo. Mantle, 5th con. of Stephen, and spent a very pleasant evening in simple amusement, etc., until the w sma' hours of the morn. The bar's of Mr Henry Essery, about five miles southwest of here, were burned on Monday evening last, and the blaze could be seen very brilliantly at this place; cause of fire, unknown. Mr T. Oke, of this place, is at•present laid up with quinsy. Mr Daniel Moir and wife,of St. Marys,are at present visi - ing friends in and around Exeter. new piano case organ was placed i our public school last week; it is a beautiful toned instrument, finely finished, and was manufactured b the Organ Co., of Clinton. kir James Dennis, jr, left town on Tues- day morning, tor Detroit, where he will follow the occupation of tailor. There are three weekly papers pub- lished in town now, the 'Times, Ad-' vacate and Saturday Night, so that the people of this place hereafter will be furnished with all the latest news of the day. J. J.Waiker, V. S., formerly of Blyth, is now situate in Olney, I11., where he is doing well. Hullett. CLOSE CALL.—Mrs George Young- blut, of the Maitland Block, on the Tuesday took a dose ot carbolic acid by mistake. A doctor was called in and she is now out ofdanger, A shooting match will be held on lot 36, con. 8, base line, Hallett, Wednesday, Dec. 3rd, when a num- ber of turkeys, geese and ducks will be shot for. HORSE NOTES.—Mr B. Churchill traded his heavy team of draught horses with his nephew Robert for a team ofroadsters. Mr Churchill is expecting an entire horse :,...n Scot- land, it being on the voyage now. WEDDING.—St. Joseph's Catholic Church on Monday morning, 17th inst., was the scene of a grand event it being the occasion of the wedding of Mies Stasis McIntosh, organist St. Josephs church. Hullett, and daughter of Mr Charles McIntosh, to Mr Patrick Quigley; after mass the wedding party returned to the home of the bride's parents, where a sum- ptuous breabfast was served; th e Rev Father West graced the occasion with his presence. Miss McIntosh was the recipient of many valuable presents, she was attended by Miss Emma Quigley, Mr W. McIntosh act- ed as best man. The young couple have settled down in their new house to the duties of lite, and have the best wishes of their many friends, -in which the NEW ERA joins, for their future happiness. Holmesville. NEW ORGAN.—Next Sunday will be the first trial of the new organ. We understand that the builder, Mr Blatchford, will be present then to play the instrument. CHANGE.—It is understood that our hoitelkeepert E. Swarts, has pur- chased an hotel in Goderich and will remove there at the„end of the present year. It is the opinion of many that Ed would succeed well in the livery business. RETURNED.—Mr B. Tomilnson, who has been very successfully treat- ing cases in connection with his pro- fession, for the last two months in the vicinity of Mount Forest, return- ed on Friday, looking first rate, but glad to get back M old Holmesville again. NOT VERY NICE.—The way the young men stand in the lobby of the church before the time for evening services is, to say the least, not very nice. One would think that such an intelligent lot of young men would not be guilty of such ungentlemanly conduct, some even refuse to go in Bide when asked by the ushers; such men ought to be made understand that the lobby is not a public loung- ing room. SERVICES.—Though for a time the special services here seemed somewhat discouraging, all that one could wish are being realized new. The pastor is receiving help every night, and a great work is anticipat- ed. They will be continued through- out this weekwhen, further announce- ments will be made. As a result of the meetings several were taken into church fellowship on Sunday, seekers have gone forward every night, and on Wednesday night there were six• teen new ones forward. Rev Mr Shilton took charge of the service last (Thuratlay) night and Rev Mr Edge will do so to -night (Friday). NOTES.—James Pord lost it Yalu' able horse on Sunday last by rheuriif- tiem, Mr Greensides, of Mitchell, was in the village last week oh busi- ness. Mr Ed. Swarts and hishostler dissolved partnership the other day. Mr Richard Docking is on the sick list, they having to call the doctor in on Tuesday. Mrs Jos Cook, of Lee - burn, was in the villains calling on friends the other day. We hear that Our teacher, Mr Thos Murch, intends giving public entertainment some- time before school closes. if we judge from the past entertainments, we may expect something first class. Tenders for the cleaning and lighting of the church will be taken until Saturday evening 5 o'clock. Mr R. Holmes, of the NEW ERA, preached an acceptable sermon in the Metho- dist church hero, on Sabbath evoning last. Messrs J. Young and L. Stev- ens, of Clinton, who accompanied him assisted in conducting the atter services. Mrs (Rev) W. Ayers is un- der medical treatment for a sprained ankle. Jf,ondesUoro, Mrs R. craven and daughter are " the guests of Mr Thee Xteggridge, of theo 11th con., Hallett. The meeting of the Bible Society, which came on the s+lme night as the Temperance- eutertaiugtent, was but, - poorly atteded. Guarlos.-111r W. Cole is now Mi- ning the butcher shop On his Prig - hook, having bought out hie partner . J. Stevenson, who has been running the business while Mr Cole was thresh. ing. , Our Miller, lir Eidt, is booming things at the mill now. He id a geed miller and people know it and come.' for miles past other mills to deal' where they are sure of getting good satisfaction. RENTED.—Mr F. Mullett was vis• iting here last week, he has rented a farm near Blyth. There is nothlbg, like getting ti',, cage ready for the bird. Fred says he is `going to get - her home by and by, QUITE A SPORT.—Mr R Wallace, - has connected himself with the Clin. ton Gun club and is shooting for the silver cups. He came out so far very good, only being beaten by one bird in his class. Go one higher next time, Dick. A Goon WoaKMAN.—Mr D. Fell has left the employment of Mr John .: Brundson. He has occupied the posi- tion of painter and trimmer for a long time, and it was he who did both the painting and the trimming on all Mr • Brundson's prize rigs this fall, which numbered over 30 first prizes. The' rigs that he got up for the shows were never once beaten at any show. SERMON.—Rev. Mr Richardson, of Goderich, preoched in the Methohiet church both morning and evening last Sunday. They were both excell- ent sermons and struck the nail on the head very hard several times. We hope that some of cur "one day in the week christians,' will govern themselves accordingly. ANNIVERSARY.—The Forrester an- niversary was the most successful ever held here, there being abundance of every thing that could is^ desired on the tables, and as goo: 'he best entertainment eve: The selection by the four I• •+ under the leadership of ',liss : •,:war, deserves r special mention. PROPERTY BOUGHT.—:sir Robt. ' Crawford has purchased the dwelling house owned by Mr Simpson, of Brucefield. The property is in a somewhat dilapidated condition, but will be a nice place when fixed up, as it certainly will be, for Mr Craw- ford is a carpenter himself. Mr A. Walker has bought the property he has been occupying for some time owned by Mr Grantham; he is already negotiating with contractors for some improvements that will greatly add to the looks and comfort of the place. LECTURE.—The lecture and enter- tainment given under the auspices of the District Lodge No. 247 I. 0. G.T. - was a grand success. Mrs Gilmore is • a lecturer who has but few equals on the continent. She held the audience spellbound for over half an hour, and also professor Morgan and his daugh- ter Fairy are so well known around here that to tell the readers of the NEW ERA that they are a host in themselves would be repeating what all know. We predict tor her a fall house whenever she again comes here. Hayfield. NOT A SUCCESS.—The Eby Medi- cine Co. arrived in town on Saturday, and announced for a performance in the town hall, on the following Mon- •° day; but they left a sadder but wiser •' - lot, as they discovered that the peoplef of Bayfield were not green enough to give 25c and 35c for au entertainment which the same company were giving free in other towns. NoTEs.—Mr Angus McDonald, Os. Southampton, is visiting in town at,.i' present. , Messrs Wm. andlJohn Jew-'.: ett,who have been travelling out west ' some months, are expected home this week. The people of Trinity congre- gation are putting a furnacd in the; : parsonage. Mr T. J. Marks is elfin having a furnace put in his residentesS A meeting was called in the Pres:' byterian church last Wednesday fills ?j the purpose of ascertaining the wild?:2 of the congregation regarding the 1: organization of an auxiliary to the;:,,l' woman's Foreign Missionary Society _,;. As those present were heartily in favor of such a movement. it was de•,.'; cided to have Mrs 'Thos. Fair. of Clinton, come over on Wednesday, , { Dec. 3rd, for the purpose of explain - '.,3 ing the workings of the Society. FISHERMEN RETURNING.—Thertl�;�;,� are many things at this season of tine.'!;',! year, which the observant visitor toe our little villa might notice. Stroll ing down by the harbor he might ate;;',. the white sails of the returning fisH'', boats, laden with the sturdy youth a' i the village, joyfully entering the htAl 1:,' bor, and sails flapping in the eon.. shine, as if to express the joy of the home -bound crew at the prospect. of Once more returning to the town Or the ° birth, the place of peace and; plant The number of young meti?-; art every summer, and,_- who esus toy, .e,,�� ' h of winter, 14' `1 return on the spurn. -tug are the very great. The follov.. , OW* latest arrivals :—Charles ant, ti Dresser, Jas. Ferguson, D. McLe, e' James Pollock, Walter Stalker add` ". H. Calloday. al Auburn. NOTES. —Wellington, son ofMtit" Wilson, met with rather a sad mitt- fortune; he slipped into a boiler of ' scalding water and had both halide severely scalded; he is doing vet'' well under the doctor's care. Oar ; village is agitated over the appoint- ment of a magistrate at .present, ie that no evil doer will dare to chap hie head in our midst. There Wee n grand meeting,in favor of terripbra4o ; held Dist Mondeo in the Methettirst m` church here, 11 ,e (3lbnoro gave a lecture, a strong ,odvemate oft>rouietjler -..' rights.