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The Clinton New Era, 1891-05-29, Page 1TWENTY Whole Number 1321VOL 1'NiRT? FORT BRA sl THEMEST TRY THYMI SEE OUR GREAT SHIRT. CLINTON, ONT.,, MAY 29, 1.891, ur Weekly Bu, et OF INTERESTING NEWS From all parts of the County—by wide-awake and lively Correspondents Goderieh Township. PICNIC.—The first picnic of the after- noon, lace on Saturday season too a noon, in Mr Forster.'s grove, Col- borne. We may safely say, without exaggeration, it was the grandest af- fair ever held in these parte. Tea at o'clock, and the nuns 4 was servedY ladies deserve credit for the manner in which they got up the meal, every one enjoying it with the exception of one couple, who sat on a log feasting on love, which they thought was bet- ter than cake. What might have proved a serious affair occurred on the road home, a young lady falling off a rig, the young man not noticing it until he haddriven nearly two miles. When alas, alas it was too late to return, for in the meantime another young man had picked her up and driven her to her father's residence. A word of advice. Train your horse to drive with one hand, so that you can have the other to use in case of emergency. We think we voice the sentiments of tbe whole party, when we say that Rob and Harry deserve credit for the way in which they got up the picnic, both working like white men. We hope, all being well, to hear from them next year. CEuncie:—Methodists of Sharon appointments s have given their new organ a thorough trial and express themselves as highly pleased with it. This congregation have set an exam- ple, which some of the larger bedtfe might well copy, namely, buying au organ for sot cash and raising n t the funds by voluntary contribution . The organ was manufactured for them by she Clinton Organ Co. Estate Jno. Hodgens Wingham District Meeting • All the ministers and all the circuit representatives except one were present at this meeting, which was held at Blyth, last week. The business .of the meeting was expeditiously transacted. The returns from the circuits show an increase in the missionary fund of $49 for the district, and also an increase in some other . funds. The membership, however, has decreased by 123, owing to the exodus. The children in the Sun- day schools are 137 less than last year. Rev S Sellery was elected to the sta- tioning committee, Rev W F Campbell and Mr N H Young to the S 9 Com- mittee, and Mr W H Kerr to the mis- sionary committee. Among the resolu- tions passed was a complimentary ono expressing the feelings of the members of the meeting toward the chairman, who will remove from the district this conference. The interest of the gath- ering was greatly increased by the public meeting, held on the evening of the first day, when addresses were given by Revs J Scott, R Godfrey, J McLachlan and I Waiwin on the na- tionalities, England, Ireland, Shetland and Canada. They were yery inter- esting and much enjoyed by the full house, appropriate songs and solos added to the enjoyment of the occasion. The ladies of the church had decorated the pulpit platform profusely with flowers very beautifully arranged. Blyth. Our baseball club went to Wing - 2 25th, for a friendlyams ham on the 5 game, but came home innrather a battered up condition, as if they had been roughly handled. Three wounded out of the number, the Wingham boys after winning. might. at least, • Exeter. sent them home whole. The boys NOTES.—Mr 5 •.Brickingham and wife are spending a few days visiting relatives at St Thomas. Mrs Isaac Bawden is visiting her daughter, Mrs Herrington, at Blyth. The Rev S S Robinson preached a very able ser- mon to the Sons of England Benevo- lent society, on Sunday afternoon last, in the Tn' i t Memorial 1 cb arch , after the sermon the National An- them was sung. Mr Isaac Handford, who has held the gold' medal, the property of the Exeter Gun Club, was defeated on Monday last by Mr A J Snell, Handford killing 9 out of 15 birds, and Snell killing 10 out of 16 birds. Exeter bas a fine halt mile track and a large number enjoy themselves evenings, speeding their horses. Monday was the dullest day in this place that has been in -the new year. A large number of our citizens going° to other villages and cities to spend the proclaimed holi- day. Our citizens should try and get day, up a celebration Dominiond ony and not let the place die out alto- gether. or sell it to some private in- dividual and let him fence it in. A large number of cattle was shipped from this station on Monday last. Very heavy frost on Tveadayeven- ing last, doing considerable dam age to small fruit and vegetables. Tuckerslnith. PICNIC.—The annual picnic held in Mr Jas Landeborough's bush, on Monday last, was largely atteuded. As it was the first picnic of the sea- son a large number of people both young and old spent a very enjoy- able time, croquet, base ball and others games were indulged in by a large number of those present, and all seemed to enjoy themselves im- ,.ahfielcl, Norge --The Zion Sabbath School intend to get up a picnic, but bave not yet, decided when it will be held. Dr Strongman, pastor of the. Ashfield ci.rcuft, bas been..eeriously ill for some time, but we are glad to see be is recovering. Mr J Brewnfng, Lucks now, preached in Zion church, last Sabbatb,very acceptably; Mr R Barn- by, who bas been attending MWGUI College, Montreal, was also present. Mr J Wilson, 12th eon, while sawing last week with his circular easy,n hie ecce saw mill, accidently tty let the saw come in contact with one of the dogs and broke some teeth out of it and injured others. say they can yet play, and may be- fore the summer is over return the compliment. The 25th was observed as a holi- day here in honor of the 72nd anni- voreary of her majesty's birthday. Long may she reign, though in the ordinary couree of nature, that is not to be expected, but in gratitude for the past 54 years of peaceful and prosperous rule, let us hope that her successor may be as faithful, sr d give the satisfaction to His elite, use and the whole world in general as good Queen Victoria. All places of busi- ness were closed, many of our citiz-. ens spent the day out of town, each going where the attraction was strong- est, being replaced by those who en - joyed a quiet day with friends in Blyth. FIRE ALARM.—Ou Sunday morn- ing the people of this village were aroused from their slumbers by the alarm of the fire bell, when the der- rick rick at the salt block was discovered to be all in flames, and in a very short time was entirely consumed. The fire engine was soon on the spot but owing to some mismanagement ea well SS . several leakages in the was thrown water • cid ate hose, considerable e on the streets in place of on the burning building. The building was insured for $2000 with machinery. Mr Young no doubt will sustain a loss, as the tubing has gone in the well, which means considerable time in grapling for. it. SPECIAL SERMON.—Last Sunday being the 24th of May, Rev 'George Racey preached a special sermon for the occasion in Trinity church, to a very large and attentive audi- ence, taking for his text 1 Peter 2,17, Fear God, Honor the King. He gave mensely. ' a brief history of the Queen's life from NOTES.—Mr Jno Landsborough the commencement of her reign, and then related how that she had during her beautiful life trusted in God, and also how successful she had been in all her undertakings, which no doubt could be attributed to her Christian character. He then urged upon his hearers to follow her example and act like her in cleaving 'close to God Prayer was then offered for her and the National Anthem sang.. The choir acquitted themaelves very cred- itably and commenced the service by singing a beautiful anthem suitable for the occasion, The Lord, Heaven and Earth: lost a valuable brood mare last week. Mr Harry Cudmore is improving his premises by erecting a new •fence. Lady escorts are fashionable here at presents A number of the west end- ers picnicked at Bayfield on Monday, they report favorably. Miss Willis, of Seaforth, paid a short visit to her friends here this week. Miss Etta Andrews, of Clinton, is visiting rela- tives here. Mr Frank McDonald and Jae Landsborough, of Stratford Commercial College. spent their holidays here. Mr T Britton spent Monday at Holmesville; Tucker - smith has no charms for Tom. Mr Elliott, of Port Elgin, was the guest of Mr Abner Cosens, for a few days; they were sojourners together while in the "Australian wilds," Mr El- liott having just returned a couple of weeks since. Firemen's Demonstration in Seaforth. Send for particulars of the Grand In- ternational Firemen's Tournament to be held in Seaforth on June 16th and 17th, 18911 $1,000.00 in cash prizes for hose and reel races; book and ladder races;coupling competitions, firemen's foot -races, and other sports such as bi- cycle races, drummers race, football matches by electric light, and farmers load competitions. $10.00 to the largest load of people and $10.00 to the load of largest people. This will be the great- est sporting event ever held in the west. Do not forget that the great championship football match between the Detroits, of Detroit, and the Hurons, of Seaforth, takes place on the recrea- tion grounds on themorning of the 17th. For further particulars send to R. Hax- by,ectOnt.Secretary Fire Brigade, Sre Leeburn PICNIC.—Several of the I 0 G T members here drove to Port Albert, on the 25th, and enjoyed themselves at the picnic gotten up by the I O G T lodge of that place. Quite a num- ber from other lodges were present. A SLIGHT ACCIDENT.—Our tall laird happened with a slight damage one day lately. He had pulled off his coat while loading a load at the saw mill, but alas, when he went for it, it was half gone, a spark from the engine having lit on it. That spry correspondent from that saw mill vicinity called Sheppardton, ehould, see if something could not be done to hinder the engine from taking duch an advantage over our Leeburn bachelors. NOTES.—Jno Horton and S B Williams attended the district meet- ing at Londesboro, on Wednesday, and report a very interesting meet- ing. Mr J Horton and wife visited relatives in Hullett last week. Mr Jas Linklater is having hie residence newly painted, Mr Pretty, of Gode- rich, has the contract. Mr and Miss Fortheringham, from the vicinity of Brucefield, were the guests of their sister, Mrs A H Clutton, last week. Mrs A. H Clutton left on Saturday to spend a week with her parents. This will be quite an exciting week in our little neiehborhopd, it began with a lawn social, which was a good suc- cess, and will end with a barn raising, which we hope will also be a success. The lawn social held on the grounds of Mr D Lawson, on Monday, was well attended and seemed to be en- joyed by all present; the proceeds amounted to a little over $30. A good deal of sickness still prevails in our midst. Mrs J J Wright, we are sorry to say, does not improve, and very slight hopes are given of her recovery; she is suffering from cancer in tbe stomach. Mrs D Thurlow was very sick during last week, but is rathe. better. Mrs Jno Strachan is ver} poorly. Dame rumor reports a wedding here in tbe near future. •wi • Hill's Green. THE EGG TRADE -A scrape occurred here lately between one of our citizens and constable from Kippen, and lan ua a not found in the Psalms is g been used both. We ' to have 1� eaby understand that the constable intends to ley information before Mayor "Puff'," if he is any more molested by Charlie, and no doubt our good mayor will punish him ' as the gravity of the mase demands; the whole trouble seems to be over busi- ness matters in conneetien with the egg trade. McKillop. NoTEe,--Mrs Doyle, mother of Mrs Joseph Evans, con 5, died at the residence of her ton -in-law, on San - day morning last Mrs John Mal- oney, of Beechwood. is very ill at present, suffering from neuralgia of the heart. Mr Harry McCardie, 4th con, bad the misfortune to lose a very valuable mare and foal the other day. Mr Win Davidson, con 13, had his barn raised preparatory to build- ing a stone foundation and stabling under it, Those who spent the 24th under the parental roof -tree ,were, Misses Campbell, Pollard, Govenlock and Messrs Jno. and A. McIntosh,l W. McLeod. and J. Hogg. D Barclay, Photographer, Dnart, bas finished photographing the pupils, teacbers, and trustees of this town- ship. • Hayfield, THEORY AND PRAC'rrcn. —"As the old .cock crows the young one. Jeanne,' is a maxim which has been clearly exemplified io the case of a young reedicall student in town, who has „been under the tutorship of a doctor who has left the village. We venture, to say though .that he will have hard•work to becrt(ty); him The only disagreeable event, which marred the pleasute of Bayfield's 25th, was the death of a beautiful young 4•year..old mare belonging to Mr r John Marshal, of Godench Towne. ship. When taken out of,the stables of the Albion hotel, to be hitched, the colt reared throwing itself to the ground with such force asto fracture Much y P yFYas its scull.. M ch a m ath ex- pressed pressed at Mr Marshal's severo,lo. s. MUSIC MADE EASY.---Mrslar ce Stanbury has just reived from N,ew York a "Technicon," an instrument that bears, on account of its 'great merit as an exerciser of the muscles, the highest recommendations from eminent European , and American pianists, including tuch...names as Litsey, Mason, Sherwood and others. Dr. Benj. C Bladdegett, of Smith College: Mass., says: "I have no hesi- tation in recommending a half hour with the Technicon as a full equivalent for two hours of the ,rust faithful practice of finger exercises upon the piano." This is an unparalleled in- vention for giving greater ease and grace to the fingers and wrists. Holmesville. CHURCH.—The attendance at the Wednesday evening prayer meetings, in the Methodist church here, was never better than at present. The church finances came in with very little trouble this year, the minister's salary and superannuation fund being all paid up. Mr N L Holmes, of Clinton, will preach at Ebenezer at 2:30 p m and at Holmesville at 7 p m on June 7tb, when Rev W Ayers will be away at Conference. Taut AT HOME. —The ladies Aid tociety of the Methodist church and the Epworth League held a verAen- joyable at home in the church, 'Pollee - day ee- day evening, the 12th inst. Thrall is an annual event that is growing in attractiveness. The idea is a genial social evening without fee or refresh- ments, when newcomers to the con- gregation can be welcomed socially and introduced to many of the mem- bers. The ladies had decorated the lecture room of the church with draping and a profusion of flowers and plants, giving it quite a drawing room appearance. A brief program was rendered first by the Ladies Aid, including addresses by the officers of the society and others, readings and music, the president of the society, Mrs N H Young, oceup ing the chair. This was followed by a half hour of handshaking and conversa- tion, evidently much enjoyed by those present who filled the room. At a quarter to ten the president of the League, Mr Robt Walden, took the chair, and called the officers of the League to the platform. A brief re- port of tbe League work for the year was followed by a very interesting program of readings, music and club - swinging. The pastor pronounced the benediction at eleven o'clock, bringing to a close one of the most pleasant social gatherings Blyth has had for some time. r42(:‘'rl o w1.i11itt r {•a, year 'iC' vil DunilfannOfl aTossisessekries letters%,% of D4nny- brook, has been a guest at the .home of Mr Alert Pentland, during the, past week. Charles Nivins, a student, at Toronto University, arrived home. on Friday. Wm McArthur, bookseller and dealer in fancy goods, baaassigu- ed for the benefit of his creditors, tonAL.—Between 1,500 and 2:000 people attended the Queue's birthday celebration here on the 25th inst. It ,was, in , ev`ry respect a succeie. The proceeding' opened with a grand street parade,, at 9 o'clock in the morale � which Was the cause of much merriment to the speetators•— Then came a game of football, be- tween the Nile and Dungannoa clubs, which resulted in a draw, with odds in favor of Dungannon; afterr which a home ball match was played between St Helens and Dungannon, and, ow ing t he very limited practice which our bo aye received this year, was easily wo t Helens. Ttie after- noon was devoted to athletic sports, etc. The following is the prize list: Quoiting—let W Allen, 2nd A Law - eon. Half -mile race -1st David Bell, 2nd Geo Kerr. One mile walking race—lst G Kerr, 2ud T Little. Old men's race—lst Wm Symington, 2nd A Mc0rory. Hurdle race—Ist T Little, 2nd G Kerr. 100 yd race—lst T Little, 2nd G Kerr. Standing long jump—let T Little, 2nd Geo Kerr. Three standing jump—lst W Brump- ton, 2nd T Little. • Running, hop, step and jump—let T Little, 2nd W Walker, High kick—Ist and 2nd G Kerr. Running high jump—lst T Little, 2nd Wm Walker. Vaulting— lst.J McKenzie, 2nd T Little. Toss- ing the cabre—let R McKenzie. 2nd R Woods. Putting the stone—lst V Vanorman, 2nd Geo Wood. Throw- ing 56-lb shot—let W Walker, r, 2nd R Woods. Girls' race ---let Annie Blake, and Nellie Stewart, 3rd Lettie Drea- ney. Boys' race—lst Anson Girvin, 2nd Wm Smiley. Speeding, running race—lst J Young, 2nd A McGrory. Open trot—lst W Little. Green trot —let W Little, 2nd J Hasty. The day's proceedings were much enliven-, ed, by excellent music furnished by the Lucknow band. Our citizens seem to be awakening this spring to 'realization of the fact that harmony is one of nature's laws, and therefore it would be well to imitate so high an ideal. Bayfield _is naturally yery iiicturesque and lends nothing to the view but what is pleasing and inspiring- But there are the decaying works of man's band which continually need renew - }ng in order to maintain harmony. Recently Mr Thos King erected a new fence in the -front of his bakery, and Mr Harry Erwin refreshed the appearance of his house with a coat of paint. This commendable spirit should germinate in the ruling powers whence it would pervade the whole village. The example has been notably set this summer but what has been the remark of many citizens is the great need in which the Town Hall stands for a little paint. We hope that the council will follow what must be also their own feelings in the matter. PRESENTATION.—A number of the children and grandchildren of Mr Jervis, sr., met at his residence a few nights since, and, after reading a nicely worded address, presented him with a handsome arm chair. This ie just the kind of present suitable for a portly gentleman like Mr Jervis. May be long live to fill it, and may he receive as much comfort in using it as his friends did pleasure in pre- senting it. NOTES.—Mr Frank Goodrich and wife, of Seaforth, paid a short visit to friends here on the 25th. Mr David Birks, who intends to spend two or tnree months of his vacation officiat- ing in Londesboro, called to see old friends on Monda}f last, and while doing so participated in a game of football with them. Mr Fred Eltord has taken a position with ''publishing firm in Toronto. Mr H. Elford has gone on a trip east. Mr McKenzie find wife, of Goderich, were visiting.. friends here on Monday. Mr T C Pickard and wife are visiting in Mitchell. Young men can always find a girl to suit them in this neigh- borhood, if they hunter up. Mr Rob- inson and wife, of Stratford, have been visiting at Mr Wm Stanley's. The dry weather and frosty nights are wilting down the garden stuff and small fruits in this neighborhood, but we think it must be more severe in Goderich, for we notice that the Sig- nal has wilted down a full column on each page, since the dry weather set in—we hope it will rain. soon. A good many of the young men around here, with their best girl, went to the 5 S anniversary at Ebenezer, on the 25th. We are glad to see Mr H B Evans around again. Misses Etta Ayers and Alma Yeo spent their holi- days in visiting, -the former in Mitch- ell, the latter in Exeter. Mr Charles Holland, teacher, from near Spring- field, is spending a day or two among friends. Mr W 11 Lobb and wife,who took an outing to Gowrie last week, returned on Tuesday last. Mrs Rob- inson is again on the sick list; we hope soon to htltet that she has recov- ered Miss Minnie Rumball, from near Wingham, spent her holidays at home; she likes her employment, and therefore will doubtless be successful. We are informed that Miss Susie Rumball will leave for Manitoba in a few days. Mr W Yeo, from the vi. cinity of Bayfield, spent Sabbath last in our village. We believe it is the intention of several of our citizens to leave next week for Manitoba; we wish them success in the object of their pursuit. NOTES —Mr Marshall Braithwaite took charge of the Sabbath School in the Methodist church, on Sunday, Mr Young being away at Seatorth.— Miss Annie Gray, of Seaforth, is the guest of Miss E Young this week, Miss Murray, of Clinton, spent Sun- day at the rectory. Dr Sloan, now of Toronto, paid us a visit on Saturday. Mies Worthingtont of Clinton, spent Monday with Miss Forsyth. Miss Wallace, of the Mammoth, spent her holidays at her home, in Goderich. A game of Tennis was indulged in, the first of the season, by some of our young people, on Mr Buie's lawn„on Monday afternoon. A runaway on Wednesday morning from the Queen's hotel and round the back street to Dingley, where the horse fell, thereby stopping its progresa; it belonged to Mr D Kelly, no one was hurt, and very little damage done. Jim Emigh has returned from Buffalo. The entertainment in the Methodist church, last Wednesday evening, was well attended, and the addresses very interesting. Messrs Jay P Doherty and J A Cooper spent Monday in town; eourtiee(y) forbids us saying what the first named was here for. Where hi our watering cart? there is a danger of some of our citizens be- coming extinct through dust, if we don't soon have rain. F J Bennet, organizer of the Patrons of Induetry for Huron, is again in town. Mrs Watson has returned home after a lengthy visit to Cranbrook. est Wawanosh. 'Nei Iii Mies 1), i ,lust+, teaeherin S. S Nti 13 East Wawanosb, intends holduig, an entertainemen4 in the sebool.ltouse, on June 5tL; thio .en- tertainutent is bound to be a auocsaa,• as pas+,me rt cifis tbe the ileac local talent Vwitn- ill, take program. J. larup, who has been recently emplyed in the chairfactory, Wingham, hak had the misfortune to }lave three of his fingers taken off Wo are_pleae• ed, to report that Mies M.E. Hent�rr}' who bad such et serious attack of Qicltt nest+; is almost completely recovered. The Congregetion of Westfieldchurch contemplate holding a picnic iii• Mr W birman's grove next month, ' Thn choir of North Street, Methodist Church,Goderich,under their efficient it lr leader. S., P, Ha a,wll give a .conte t atAuburn on the evening of Friday, Mrs J. Vint is visiting her father, Mr Blackstock, who is seriously ill., Varna. Our enterprising taylor, Mr Ton. Ilelgaty, of the post -office store,.hiie. had ouch a rush of business, was under the necessity of seeming adis • ditional help; he 'has secured the' , services of Miss Holland, We cons , gratulate Tomufy on his choice, and the way he is sprucing up, we would " expect something else -- Qhk well never mind—pretty soon, NOTES.—Mr Alex Frazer was visit- ing his many friends in this vicinity last week. Messrs James and *Wm. Eagleson and Mr Harry and Mise Lottie Kerr, of Clinton, spent Sun- day and Monday with relatives in town. Court of Revision was held in the Town Hall on -Tuesday last. The building next to air Thos Cam- eron's harness shop, has been consid- erably renovated and is now being fitted up for a photograph gallery by a photographer from Lucknow; we have no doubt but that he will do a good business this summer. The tea - meeting to he held in the Town Hall on Monday evening of the 1st of June undt r the auspices of St Andrews Church, has a new and striking fea- ture of which we were not aware last week when announcing it. Prot. Morgan and his daughter Fairy, will be in attendance, which ought to draw a large crowe; those who have not heard the Professor ani his daughter,, should not miss this chance There are a large number of fish being caught just now by means of a trap - net. The arrival of new fish boats and the weekly call of a steamer are making our harbor a little more business. Mr John Ferguson has again rented the Queen's Hotel for the summer, and expects a larger number of visitors than ever. There were quite a large number at the lake on 25th enjoying the breezes which however, were somewhat cool; sail boats were in readiness for those wbo desired a skip over the waters before a good gale, and quite a number availed themselves of the opportunity. Rev Mr Newton leaves early next month for the old country. Manchester. From an occasional Correspondent NOTES.—There is quite a difference between man and the cow -bides that he wears; the cow 'hides require a good application of grease to exclude water; since the liquor shop has be- gun, we bear of parties applying cider and even something stronger to en- able the animal frame to contend against the water. The lecture, here last Tuesday evening, was quite a success, so says the fair sex; as your correspondent doea not belong to that class he could not gain admittance, as only ladies were present. The Freemasons and Foresters are quite jubilant over it, as they think no more curtain lectures will be admin- istered about secret meetings. Miss Maggie Robertson, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs Lapsley, in Beverly, returned home last week. Londesboro. NOTICE—We have made errangomente whereby the NEW Ese will reach I:ondee- bore every Thursday evening, instead of Friday morning,as. heretofore, and subscrib- ers can obtain Ithat much earlier • From an occasional Correspondent. NOTES—Mise L Hagyard was home this week seeing her aunt, Mrs Wm Watson. Mr Jos Garrett, near here, spent Sunday in Exeter, visiting friends. The young man that was thought to have been so very crisp, has now grown very fond of cake; be careful Charlie, not to indulge too freely, as too much Dake is not good for little boys. At the last business quarterly meeting, held April 20th, three of the members of the pastor's class were made exhorters; the narnes are as follows: R B Jeffery, William Lyon and Jno Garrett; according to previous announcement, on Monday evening;in addition to our usual class meeting, they each gave a short dis- course, which was listened to with great interest. Quite a number took advantage of the cheap fares on the 23rd and 25th, to visit friends at a distance. Miss Taylor, who has been on a visit to her aunt and other friends, returned home to Tara, on W ednesday. Dr Young was in Lon- don, on Wednesday, on a business tour. Mr S Woodman is shipping log9 to Wingham, having loaded six cars this week. St. Helens. BASE BALL.— The Base Ball boys came off once more victorious, in the match played at Dungannon on 25th. They speak very highly of the hospi- tality of Dungannon, and wish such occasions only came oftener. The score, we understand, was 26 to 2 in favor of St. Helens. They seem to have a very strong nine this year, and we hope they may continue the season as they have begun. SUDDEN DEATH.—Mr Geo McDon- ald, a tailor of this village, who had been ailing of La Grippe for some time past, was found dead in bed on Wedensday,the 13th inst. This curi- ous disease, acting on a constitution already weakened by asthma, had the effect of ending an existence which otherwise might have withstood its own weakness for some time. He was one of the pioneer residents of the village, and at the time of his s death was caretaker of the Presbyterian Church and the Mechanics Institute, besides following his trade. He was a quiet, inoffensive man, and leaves to mourn his loss two daughters and one son, •at present in British Columbia, who have the sympathy of the entire community. NOTES.—Among the successful at the sports in Dungannon we notice the names of Geo. Webb and R. Woods, from this place. A number of • our citizens took a days outing at fishing on the 25th. The Messrs Ray, of Toronto, former residents in this vicinity, are a,t present visiting their old friends. Some persons hate to be told the truth, and much less feel in- clined to act it: Mr M. Collins, of Kincardine, paid a flying visit on Saturday last. Mr A. K. Cameron is to raise his largo barn on Monday next. Miss Graham, of Kinloss, is visiting at Mr A. Harper's. The re- cent hard frosts have acted severely on the blossoming fruit. Hay crop is to be very short, if rain doe§ not soon come. All the grain crop is al- so suffering for want of rain. NOTES.—On Friday evening last, quite a number of the Varna mem- bers of It T of T paid a faternal visit to Bayfield Council; a very enjoyable evening was spent. Oa Saturday evening last, Varna was completely taken by storm, Main street was literally packed from the marketto the mayor's office, the occasion being a number of calithnmpians out to h mselves • the boys had' show t e -a . . grand time. We are pleased to ,see'• Mr Jno D Morrow home again from, Toronto University, for vacation, looking hale and hearty. A large force is at work on the Methodist shed, they have the blinding`" up"lend"; : are busy boarding it in; Itss~ ,yeY y commodious building, somethixige, about 150 feet in length, Mr Stew- art and wife, of Clinton, spent a day in town this week. Kinburn. NOTES. —The .first lecture in con- nection with the Ladies Aid Soceity of the Methodist Church, was deliver- ed on Monday evening, by Rev T. F. Campbell, Blyth. His subject was "The Wedding Ring," and the ad- dress is an excellent one, containing many admirable points and sugges- tions, and was very attentively lis- tened to and much appreciated by the large audience present. The funeral sermon of the late Mrs Stephenson, was preached on Sunday last by the Rev Mr Ferguson. We understand that our friend, Mr Mur- ray, now living in Oxford county, is going to take to himself a better half, and the bachelors of our burg have got an invitation. Our teacher, M. J W King, spent Saturday and Monday last with friends in Wing - ham and Bluevale. Mary Sehoales, of Seaforth, enjoyed ;a few days last week, visiting .friends in this place. The boys are all wondering who is the correspondent to the NEw ERA, and threaten vengence should they find out; yetIve bet a cent that they were all amused when some other than themselves are "given away." GOOD STocg.—Mr W Rinn de- livered in Clinton on Saturday last five head of fat cattle for which he received, the handsome sum of $375; it paye,to raise good stock, and Billy is the man to do so. Proxies—On= Monday last our young people enjoyed a das vi etting in Reeve Britton's wood; tbe usual games were participated in. In the evening all repaired to their homes feeling abler after their day's recreas tion to battle with the stern realities of life on the morrow. Joseph Pettigrew, ex -warden of Ox- junior foot ball team play the junior ford County, died on Saturday morning i Hurons, of Seaforth, here next Satur- at his home near Chesterfield. day afternoon. Wingham. NOTES.—We sympathize with Mr • George Campbell, formerly of Wing ham, but now of Palmerston, in the death of his wife, who passed peace- fully away on Sunday morning, leav- ing her husband with an infant child to mourn her loss. After an extend ed visit among friendsat Windsor Morris other places, Mrs return- ed home last week. Mr E Bowls, of Orangeville, paid Wingham a - visit the other day. Mr Geo Potts spent ,g the 25th in Mitchell, he reports hes- ing a good time. Mr Jno Ross, of Lochalsh, has been visiting his slates,. Mrs E Mainprize, this week. Nr Davis, of Goderich, has been spend- ing his holidays with his parents here. Mr Geo McTavish, of Gode- rich, spent a couple of days with hie parents this week. Dr McDonald, M P, spent Sunday with his -family, ., returning to -Ottawa Monday; we see_ '• by the papers that the Dr takes his stand for the right every time. Mr W F Wise,late of Wingham, but now of the North Michigan Peninsula, was in town on Wednesday, he is very much pleased with the place. The Queen's birthday was celebrated here on Monday, and we hope the visitors were pleased with their day's sport. Mr Jno Hannah a fine house this spring, he has it �• ready for veneeripg; he is quite an enterprising man, last year he built one of the finest residences in town. Mr Button has made great improve- ments by having his old fence pulled down and a new one put in its place. Mr Harry Clark has improved the • appearance of his house by having - shutters put on. Brucefield: • Norns.—Mrs Waugh and child, of Michigan, are visiting at her parents' Mr Thos Kennards. Mr David McIn- tosh, V.S., who was one of a deputation of those to visit Washington, has re- turned home, having enjoyed the trip, and we trust having met with snccess in the mission on which they went. Mr Wm Mctlueen has returned home from his 'university examination; no doubt he has been successful. The 0 �ro Hullett. A RARITY. -Mr William Jackson, of the 13th con., Hullett, succeeded last week in capturing a porcupine. These animals are getting very scarce in this neighborhood, now. FIRE.—On Monday of thus week. the house of Mr Jos. Garret, near, Londesboro, narrowly escaped being. destroyed by fire, A spark from thi) chimney being the cause of the dis- aster. Fortunately it was discovered.,:,. in time to extinguish the flames be fore doing much damage. NOTES.—Mr John Manning is bus: ily engaged at present overhauling. his barn. Mr Robert Roberton' is busily engaged over -hauling the house on the mill property, which he purchased from Mr John Martin tills spring. Mr Ed. Lear, of the 13th : con., is putting a stable beneath his barn and enlarging the same; when :^ completed it will be one of the largest, if not the largest, baric in, the town- ship. Mr Bowes, of the 14th, is also improving his barn. A stable is 'be,- ing beiing also put under the barn of Mr M: ,. Braithwaite, on the 1411; this fayre iu occupied by Mr R. Bedford. Mr W. Sanderson, on the 12th, is doinglike wise. Mr Enos Hull, of the 2nd eon, lost a good mare this week. LAMENTABLE AFFAIR:—At about •. six o'clock yesterday (Thursday). morning, the family of Mr Thema' Carbett, who resides on' the gravel road, were startled by a report off pistol, and on going into one of the bed -rooms, Patrick, the almond eldest son, was found lying in bed with',4 gaping wound in the side of his head. A doctor was instantly cut tnollede who located the bullet, but found that nothingcould b e done he date his life, and he expired shortly alter- ' wards, never having regained obis•.. sciousness. Deceased VIEW ti pxotnia- ing young man of about 32 years bf age, and enjoyed the ea'teeni and res apeet of all. Whether his death N'i!1 intentional or accidental is unkilodat'n. Additional Local Istows on anethet page.