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Clinton New Era, 1894-07-13, Page 1• I a i ore Home . �t ems xs given iu the NEW ER •' every week, than in Buy other p ' per; in Hitrgu at the ewe palls.. SOC; CASH ;u a#s°tt r,? ROBERT HOLM S# Eiilitor and Proprietor . CL1NTON, ONT., JULY 13, 1894. $7.75 $8.50 and rr I $9.56 Are the pripes we ask for a line of Summer Suits, made your order. They are • nc! de from all wool Twee s, that have a good appearance when made up,and will wear. Cash and One Brice Tho Mata hleit Holm CLINTON Goderich Township NOTES Mrs. Robt. McCullagh, of vsland,is;.'snaking .,her old•: friends re; she likes living across the lines.— I1 our Orangemen went to Wingham n Thursday. FATAL ACCIDENT:—The following, from the Brussels Post, refers to a former resident of this township:—"On Monday morning of this week John Currie, who lived about a mile west of Brussels, fell from the roof of a barn on the farm of Samuel Love, 5th line, on which he was shingling, and was so seriously injured that he died about three o'clock in the afternoon. His right arm and right hip were broken and internal injuries received that made recovery impossible. The re- mains were taken to the residence of his brother-in-law, Jas. Russell, from, whence the funeral took place on Wed- nesday afternoon to Sunshine ceme- tery, under the auspices of the L.O.L., of which Mr Currie was a member. There were about 60 of the brethren in the procession, Deceased was in his 43rd year, and was a hard-working man who lived a consistent Christian live. A wife and four children are left to mourn his sudden death. Mr Currie was alone on the barn at the time of the accident so there is no certainty as to the cause of his fall. He had two rows of shingles on the eve at the time. The fall was nearly 30 feet. Mrs Currie and family are deeply sym- pathized with in their bereavement. Three brothers of the deceased from Goderich township attended the funeral, Varna OTES.—Miss Grace 'Torrance, of Zurich, is at present visiting_ old friends this week. Mr W. A. McBrayne our enterprising tailor and barber, has opened out a livery business in connec- tion with hie other extensive trade; good safe horses and stylish rigs is the motto of jolly Mack, the tailor. GARDEN PARTY.—Theannual garden party under the auspices of St. Johns' church, Varna, will be held in Mr Secord's orchard on Thursday evening the 19th inst. An .excellent program is arranging and the committee has secured the service of the Seaforth brass band; a big time is expected. .SERMON.—The English church was crammed to excess, many being unable to secure seats and stan.ling room be- ing at a discount, on SI>Inday last, to hear the special sermofi preached to the Orangtnen of the district by Rev. J. T. Kerrin Representatives were present from many neighboring lodges, the procession from the lodge room to the church, the brethern being in re- gulia, was very imposing, the W. M., W. Rathweil, in command, everything was done to secure the comfort of the brethren in the church, seats being re- served for them. The service was very hearty, and the singing, under the leadership of Miss Maud McNaughton, excellent. Rev. Mr Kerrin took his text from 2 Tim. 1, 13, (first clause) and it is safe to say that no finer Orange sermon was ever preached in this dis- trict; the discussion lasted over an hour, the brethren generally were in- tensely interested, as the following uestions were touched upon: -1st, ras there any necessity for the for- ation for such an institution as the range order for the protection of the eli id is liberties of the people. 2nd, t i k now any necessity for its con- are the s tial 3d-Wh t o r ap r. rteeer'+v ch:ttis sotight t p eFy VI r Wee1 lir Budget OF INTERESTING NEWS From all parts of the County—by wide-awake and lively Correspondents Stanley Holmesville. Os's WORK.—Mr Thos. Fraser has been of work for some time with rheu- matism, but is improving slowly. It' is harder work for Tom to be idle than to be employed at manual labor. NOTES.—Mrs R. Young, from Minto, was visiting her mother, Mrs D. Fraser. Miss McEwen, of Hensall, spent a few days with friends here. Mr and Mrs Geo. Baird visited acquaintances in Usborne last week. THE ENGLISH CHURCH, GOSHEN LINE.—On Sunday 8th a special sermon was preached to the members of the Goshen Orange lodge by Rev. J. T. Ker - gin taking for his subject 1st Thess. 5, 21; he preached an exce`11ent sermon on the tight of private judgment. There was no uncertain sound in the rev. gentleman's remarks, the whole course being clear, logical, heartstiring and eminently protestant. in love. Hullett VITAL STATISTICS.—The vital statis- tics recorded with the township clerk for the half year ending June 30th is as follows:—Births, 31; marriages, 9; deaths, 18. The total number record- ed in 1893 was, births, 76; marriages, 15; deaths, 37. • NoTEs.—Mr and Mrs Thos. Blacker, of Clinton, were visiting friends in Hullett this week. Mr and Mrs W. Kellywere in London last week. Mr S. MVittie had a plowing, bee on Wednesday last. School closed on Thursday of last week much to the liking of the youth who will roam at will for the next seven weeks. A num- ber of people enjoyed themselves at the residence of rs S. McVittie one evening last week. We are sorry to hear of the continued serious illness of Mr. John Cuming. BLYTH NOTES.—Miss L. McGee, who holds a position as teacher in Wyebridge, re- turned home for the holidays last week. The millinery season has closed and Miss Smith, of the Mamoth, left for her home in Brussels on Monday. Mrs G. M. Shiriock (neeMiss L. Fioody) Winnipeg, arrived in town last week to make an extended visit with parents .and friends. Mrs A. Smith, Strathroy, was the guest of her sister, Mrs Hering - ton, last week. Miss Howell, of (lode- richaisthe-guest of 1liss Girtie Clarke at present. The Band entertained our citizens on the square on Friday even- ing, but the evening was too chilly for much enjoyment. Messrs Watson and Emigh shipped some fine cattle from here on Saturday. Miss Findley is the guest of her sister, Mrs Allen, this week. The Rev. Mr Higley preached a very impressive sermon to the members of the L. O. L. in Trinity church on Sunday evening; the text chosen was Deuteronomy 31 and 6, be strong and of good courage etc. Mrs and Miss Curtis are visiting friends in Wingham. Rev. Rural Dean Hodgins, of Seaforth, is expected to officiate in Trinity church next Sunday. The Blyth L. O. L. together with ;numbers of their friends from this locality, will join in the monster celebration at Wingham on Thursday: Mrs Harris of Mitchell, is the guest of Mrs Plum- mer this week. J. A. Taylor, B. A., left Thursday for a spin to Toronto on his wheel. Summerhill OPEN LODGE.—An open meeting of the Temperance lodge will be held on the evening of the 20th inst. for which a splendid program is being prepared. Come one and all to encourage temper- ance work and enjoy yourself also. NOTES.—Miss Minnie Kilty is visit- ing at Hill's Green. Rev. Mr Diehl preached an Orange sermon here on Sunday last, which was much appre- ciated. The Orangemen went to Wingham to celebrate the Battle of the Boyne. Mr J. Harris, of Mitchel, general agent for the N. A. Assurance Co. was in this vicinity last week, and met with considerable success. RUNAWAY.—While Mr G. M. Kilty was on his way from town on;Wednes- day evening, some butter -tubs he had on the waggon tumbled off, causing his horse to spring forward with such force as to :break the whiffietree. "Butler" ran about 15 -rods and at the command "whoa" from his master, ceased his wild parade and came peaceably back to his work. No dam- age was done 'save a broken whiffle - tree and harness. ACCIDENT.—While Mr HarryThomp- son was pulling the tripping rope of a hay -fork the other day, it broke, lett- ing him fall backwards off the load. He struck on a piece of timber and re- ceived a severe shock. We hope the injuries will not result in anything of a permanent nature. MATRIMONIAL.—The residence of Mr Chas. Lovett, sr., was the scene of a very pleasant event on Monday even - in, when his daughter Annie was united in marriage withlMr John Scar- lett, of Leadbury. The bride was as- sisted by Miss Mains, of Blyth, while Mr Robt. Scarlett acted •similiarly for the groom. Tlie ceremony was per- formed by Rev. Mr Diehl in the pres- ence of a large number of invited guests. The large number of gifts of which the bride was the recipient testi- fied to the high esteem in which she was held. The sumptuous dinner pro- vided was quite in keeping with the occasion, and later in the evening the hours were whiled away with tripping the "light fantastic." We join with many in wishing Mr and Mrs Scarlet a happy and prosperous married life. Enti nation to Canada through Ilr itish cotipMred ith the. melon$b IMO e lia 84 Vet deut. during Fif ICE CREAM.—MrsW. B. Forster gave an ice cream party to a few friends, the cream was splendid and a pleasant time was spent. - BROKEN LEG.—Last Thursday while Mr Geo. Youngblut was hauling gravel into the cut line, one of his horses stumbled and fell as ha was turning around, and broke one of its legs, the break was so bad that it was thought best to kill it, which they did. EARLY HARVEST.—The first fall wheat we have heard of beingharvested this year was done on ednesday, when Mr D. Burns, of the Maitland con., hauled in a field of wheat. It is a good sample and in first rate condi- tion, Will says they are going to have the thrasher in there next week. E. L. MEETING.— The meetings of the Epworth League are held ever y alter- nate Monday evening, commencing at 8 p.m., and a young people's prayer meeting half an hour before the Sunday night service is held every week; all, especially the young people, are hearti- ly welcome to attend both week night and Sunday meetings. TEMPLARS.—The officers ot the Royal Templars were installed on Mon- day last and the staff for the coming term will be as follows:—S. C.. F. G. Elford; P. C., W. McRoberts; V. C., Elsie Pickard; Chap., S. T. Walter; Rec. Sec., Emily Proctor; Tres., Ed. McRoberts; H., Chas. McPhail; Guard, Esther Proctor: Sent., P. McDougall. The next meeting of the council will be two weeks. NOTES.—Mrs Cam pbell, of Gaderich, is visiting at G. Mair s. Mrs I avidson, of Stratford, has been spending a few days at the parsonage. Miss Ida Murch, ot Shelbourne, is home for her summer vacation. Mrs G. Acheson, of Goderich. has been calling on friends here. Miss Sarah Courtice returned with friends visiting from Dunbar ton, where she will remain tora few weeks' visit. Mrs Stapelton and son, who has been visitingat B. Forster's, P sters returned to Hamiltoon Saturday. W. Mc- Roberts wheeled to Granton, Friday morning, where he will put in his sum- mer holidays. Seaforth. POPULAR AND ABLE.—Mr Geo: Mc- Kinley occupied the pulpit of the Methodist church an Sunday evening. He is a good speaker and his discourse was- trawl appreciated=..:by those. wh+ listened to it; Mr McKinley leaves this week for Owen Sound, where he has been stationed by conference. BURGLARISED.—Burglars effected a entrance through a back window of the residence of Mr Williams, on John St., sometime during Tuesday nigh , and ransacked the whole house while the occupants Mr and Mrs Williams and a little girl slept. It is not known whether the burgulars secured any boodle for their trouble. • NOTES.—St. Thomas'" church Sab- bath_school annual picnic waa.held at Roxboro on Wednesday. On Tuesday last Messrs Bright Bros.' employees, held their annual outing at Ba field. The Ladies Aid of the Methodist church, will give an at home in the lecture room of the church, this Friday evening. Mr Wm. Pickard has pur- chased the ,fluff clothing and gent's furnishing stock, and is running it off at the old stand. Mr R. Haxby is hav- ing the old Pinkney hotel fitted up for a restaurant and will open out next week. Mr A. G. Ault's new store is nearly ready for occupancy. Mr T. Gutridge has a gang of men at work on the walls of the new Carmicheal block. UNION SERVICES.—The Union meet- ing of the Christian Endeavor Societies and Epworth League, in the Methodist church on Tuesday evening, was a most enjoyable and profitable one. There was a good attendance from each socie- ty. The chair was taken by Mr W. D. Bright which very pleasantly per- formed the duties pertaining to that office; after devotional exercise the topic of the evening "Little Failings" was introduced by Miss Ella Smith re- presenting the Epworth League, Miss Tufford the Seaforth Christain Endeav- or, Messrs R. Muldrew and J. Elliott, Egmondville Christian Endeavor, who all read excellent papers. Vocal musi- cal selections were given by the mem- bers of the diffetent societies. A few minutes were spent in open discussion of the topic and was taken part in by Revs. Messrs Guthrie and Galloway, MrW. M. Gray, Mr Stevenson, and Mr Hicks. Before the meeting broke up a general handshaking was indulged in for a short time; meetings of this kind are very helpful to Christian work- ers and should be held often. Morris SUICIDE.—A farmer named James Gray, residing about three miles from Wingham, committed suicide Monday, cutting his throat with a razor. De- ceased was a well-to-do farmer and highly respected, but was subject to fits of despondency. He leaves -I wife and four ,children. It seems that he went out to milk, and evidently pre- meditated the act, as he carried the razor with him. A piece of stout rope was found in the stall with him, as if he had been undecided which method to adopt. He was in the prime of life, 41 years old, in well-to-do circumstan- ces, had a good farm, well stocked;was in no trouble that is known, and had commenced to put a stone foundation under his barn. His father, who is over 80 years of age, is heartbroken over the sad circumstances. FARMS SOLD.—Mr. Chas, Howe has sold his farm. lot 12, con. 9, Morris, to Mr. R. 3. Armstrong, of Sunshine, for $5,000. The farm contains 100 acres, with good 'buildin s. , i Ir Howe will move to Blyth. Mr. W . Eggait haus sold his farm�lot 7, con. 10, Mo rris , l MI. PPr a4rhttr resident Blyth hoar about .42,400, ..: rri�lirlflr. 81 WIMP in advance, $1.50 when not so p)1, The charming andBayfield One of the prettiest lake - balmy village ofside resorts. OUR GUESTS.— "Are they not all proofs That man immured in oities'stiil retains His inborn: inextinguishable thirst for rural scenes. The season has now fairly opened at the different hotels, and the throng of summer tourists, which has been in- creasing every year, already bids fair to double,that of any previous season. Other years only a transit or occasion- al guest would be seen about the vil- lage previous to July 1st, some thirty resorters spent Dominion Day at Bay- field this year. Never before did the summer visitors come so early, and •never before were the prospects so bright for a large and brilliant crowd of city folk, both American and Cana- dian. Already Detroit. New York, Buffalo, Toronto, Stratford, London, Windsor, Seaforth and Clinton have sent their contingent to help swell the tide. What is yet to come can only be conjectured from the large number of applications which are being re- ceived daily. The following have re- gistered at the different hotels:— QUEEN'S HOTEL.—Mrs Tiffany, Miss Lucile Tiffany, Mrs DeNice, of De- troit; Chas. Edwards and wife, Fred Edwards, F. M. Boydon and wife, Misses Florence, Eva and Irene Boy - don, T. G. Davey and wife, Misses Mamie, Florence and Corlie Davey, Miss Jessie Penny, Mrs E. Beltz, Fred Beltz, Harold Southam, Mr and Mrs Armstrong and daughter, all of Lon- don; Charles Roth, of Brantford. COMMERCIAL HOTEL.—James Cam- eron, Seaforth; Mrs Brierlv, St. Thom- as; Mrs Smith and daughter, of Both- well. RIVER HOTEL.—Mrs T. C. Brace and family, Misses Madge and Lena Doh- erty, G. A. McKee, Jos. Chidley, wife and child, Mrs Greig and grandchild and Puss Chidley, of Clinton; Mrs Jas. Jackson and Mrs Hugh Grieves, of Seaforth; Miss Malcolm, of Ingersoll; J. T, Clarke, wife and child, of Toron- to; Miss McPherson. Miss Hogg, Miss Grace Hogg, Miss Fuller, Miss Helen McPherson, Miss Trixy Buckingham, Misses L'Anna and Elsie Fisher, of Stratford; Miss Sopher, of Windsor. ANNIVERSARY.—:fhe 6th anniver- saryot the organization - of the Bay- field corps of the Salvation Army was held on Sunday and Monday. Capt. Scott, of Goderich, quite captivated our young men with her sweet sing- ing. On Monday evening a coffee social was held in the barracks, after which a great musical festival was given in the town hall; officers and soldiers from neighboring towns took part. while Mr W. T. Hall gave an ad- mirabla address or►, The Lord is my Shepherd." There was a large attend- ance and an enjoyable evening spent. COMMERCIAL HOTEL. — Ever since Bayfield first came into prominence as a pop ular watering -place, the Commer- cial Hotel has taken a foremost place in the estimation of visitors. For many years it was known as the Americans' resort, on account of the very large number of Detroiters who always stopped there, and though of late years patronized by tourists -from both American and Canadian cities, • it has -become the special favorite of the people of Seaforth. This year the - Commercial is under the management of Mr Geo. Ewrin, who has gone to considerable expense to make his hotel both attractive and commodious. The rooms are large and airy, and the cuisine, under the direction of the hostess, is spoken of as first class. DEATH OF MRs EDWARDS.—It is our painful duty this week to record the death of Mrs H. F. Edwards, wife of one of our merchants, which occurred on Monday afternoon, the 9th inst. The sad event was not wholly unex- pected, as the deceased had been ill for some months previous, and her death was looked for at any time. Mrs Ed- wards was a native of Wales, having been born there on Oct. 26th, 1826, and had lived in Bayfield for some seven years, pevious to which she resided in Strathroy. Service was conducted at her late residence on Tuesday evening, by Rev. J. T. Kerrin, of Trinity church, at which a large number of friends attended. The funeral took place to Brucefleld station on Wednes- day'morning at six o'clock, thence to Strathroy cemetery, where Rev. F. G. Newton, formerly of Bayfield, offici- ated at the performance of the last funeral rites. Mrs Edwards leaves a husband and one son to mourn her loss. PERSONALS.—Mr A. O. Pattison, of Clinton, took his Weekly whiff of Bay- field breezes on Sunday, Mr Heuston, of London, a former teacher here, spent last week in town. Mrs Jen- nings, of Bay City, accompanied by her son, is a guest at the residence of her father, Mr T. J. Moorehouse. Miss Stuart, of Toronto, accompanied by her two little nieces, Marguerite and May, is visiting at the residence of Dr. Stanbury. Mr J. W. Irwin, wife and family, of Clinton, spent Monday at the lake. Miss Rusk, of Goderich, was visiting her sister, Mrs Swarts, of the River hotel, for several days at the first of the month. Miss Lizzie Big- gart, who has been in Detroit for some time, returned home last week. Dr. Elliott, of Chicago, and formerly of Brucefleld, made a short visit tolfriends here on Wednesday. • Among the many visitors to Bayfield on Sunday were Messrs Fitzgerald, of Seaforth; John Smith, Goderich; T. Jackson, Jas. Scott, Dr. Shaw, Miss Shaw, Jno. Spooner and wife, of Clinton; they Rev. J. Walker, of Kippen, left this week on a visit to his brother ,in Michigan. The many friends of Rev. W E. Treleaven, formerly of Clinton, lat of the Hensall Methodist circuit, wi be pleased to learn that he was rece tly happily united in the bonds of m tri - many to Miss M. Miller, of the to wn- ship of Kinloss, and we unite ith their many friends in wishing t em long and continued happiness in r d ere • new. boric rn;New • iiatuiburg, w Ml' `rr'eleavfer }las been etationedr stopped at the River hotel. Messrs Arthur Jackson and J. P. Doherty and ladies, of Clinton, spent Wednes- day evening at the lake. .Mrs Smith, of Bothwell. sister of Mr J. S. Brierly, of the St. Thomas Journal, accompan- ied by her daughter, is amongst the latest arrivals at the Commercial hotel. Mr and Mrs Wm. Logan re- turned this week from near the Soo, where they were visitingtheir son, Dr. Charles Logan. Mr Jas. Jackson, of Seaforth, spent ent a few days last week at the River hotel. S Miss Gertie Big- gart is at Point Farm for the summer. WAVELETS.—The finet. Bernard dog, belonging to Mr T. G.Davey; of London, wandered off on Tuesday ev- ening last, but after much anxiety and trouble, was found on Friday 'in Eg- mondville; Mr Davey values the ani- mal at $200. Rev. J. T. Kerrin, of Trinity church, delivered a very elo- quent sermon to the Oragem ri and Young Britons on Sabbath m•ning, from the text "Prove all thin ; hold fast that which is good." Picnic parties from Clinton, Seaforth, Staffa, 2nd con. Stanley and the Front Road Presbyterian church, occupied the grove on Thursday. Mi;john Jowett, Bay field's expert wheelsman, has been confined to bed the past week as a re- sult of taking a swim after racing on Dominion Day. Mr Jas. Donaldson has improved the appearance of his mill by the addition ofp a set of sliding doors. Seven gentlemetr-fro fTexas are expected at the River hotel this week; verily the fame of Bayfield's breezes has spread over the face of the earth. It is very important that Bay- field people be vaccinated, now that:so many strangers are coming into town from all the large cities; prevention before cure. Miss Annie Miller is act- ing as organist in St. Andrew's church during the absence for the summer of Miss Maggie Porterfield. The NEW ERA owes its many Bayfield readers an apology for the typographical errors which occurred in this column last week, when setting up so much news every week it is difficult to avoid mis- takes of this kind; the English church garden party and the list of arrivals at the hotels were not reported, as our Wednesday night budget went astray. Please, Wingham, will you give our people some advice about haw to get a cannon from the :Dominion Govern- ment; they, sr.y you know. St. An- drew's •church was crowded to the doors on Sabbath morning and even- ing to hear two excellent discourses delivered by Mr W. T. Hall; Mr Hall has made a deep impression since he came here. and the eloquent sermons of Sunday last could not fail to have an abiding effect. On Monday after- noon a large load of Clintonians drove over to spend the evening at our pret- ty and popular resort; after a good game of baseball on the square. .the party took a moonlight trip on our new steam yacht; -"the Jennie Lind. This has leen the slowest week for picnics experienced for a month or more; haying time the cause. The Queen's hotel is still being improved,. the new dining hall is now in use and the old one has been divided into bedrooms; a priming coat of paint is being applied to the new verandah. A meeting of the Stanley Branch Agricultural Society was held at the River hotel one day last week. An acknowledged authority says that the proposed government cannon, that noble piece of ordinance, will be the "trysting place for cooing lovers" in the near future—every man for him- self. The custom is growing for visit- ors to bring their horses and carriages with them, so as the better to enjoy the beautiful drives in this neighbor- hood. (Another correspondent) BASE BALL.—Great excitement pre- vailed here on Monday"evening last,,. when Capt. Spalding, of Clinton, ar- rived with a crack nine to contest a game of base ball against our crack nine. Business was entirely suspended and all our places of industry closed early to allow all to witness the match, and even the guests at all our hotels, hurried their supper, to be there on time, the game being called for 6.15. Mr Clarke and Mr Chidley, tourists, who are stopping here for the summer with their families, were invited to play and constituted the battery while Mr Mc-, Murchie and Mr Spalding the battery for Clinton, The betting was in favor of Clinton before the game, but chang- ed to 5 to 1 on Bayfield, when it was seen that the Clinton boys could not do anything with Mr Chidley's curves and it was with great difficulty that they scored, Mr McTaggart done the great- est hitting (of wind) Mr Jim Fairs bril- liant catching in centre field deserves special mention, also Mr Joe. Ratten- burry and Mr Wiseman, who thor- oughly distinguished themselves as all around players. Mr Lack Kennedy and'''Roxey" Walker, who is a great favorite here, received great applause from the ladies of Bayfield. No errors were made. Mr G. Irwin's fielding and running were both clever and admirable Mr Chidley's curves and Mr Clarke's catching was so effective thatthe score resulted in 5 to 4 in favor of Clinton. Mr Norman Fair officiated as umpire and his thorough knowledge of the game and his magnificent voice as it sounded over the fleld,gave great satis- faction and he escaped from a danger- ous position without a scratch; after paying all expenses it is believed that there.will be a good balance left which was voted to the harbor fund. No date has yet been fixed for the return match. The following persons haye been el- ected representatives to the quarterly board of Rattenbury Street church:— Messrs. Manning, Fowler, Bean, Bees- ley, Rumball, McMath and Turner. The lawn social, under the auspices of the ladies of St. Paul's church, an- nounced for Friday last, was postpon- ed on account of wet weather, and was held in the grounds of Mr J. H. Combe, on Monday. There was a very large attendance, and everything asses . happily. the band was In esieent; >prf: o o . p, we e 7 Tuckersmitb. NOTES.—Mr Levi Wiltise, London road, bas recently adorned his parlor with a handsome piano cased Goderich organ. The farmers are all busy just. now getting in their hay and some are even through and' are commencing ab their wheat. Mr Frank Crich took away his fat cattle last Saturday; they were in good trim, for they averaged 1325 lbs. each, which is a good weight. Miss Annie Johns spent Sunday ab, Mr Murch's, Holmesville. Miss Hattie Dodd, the teacher, is having her holi- days now. Mr Geo. Layton spent Sun- day in town visiting friends there. Miss Fanny Townsend is visiting friends at Orillia, but we expect her home for the social. The Epworth League will be addressed on Sunday night by Miss E. Nott. Messrs Horace and Leslie Townsend, .of Parkriver, Dak., returned home last week. Miss Routley, of Winchelsea, is visiting at the residence of Mr Geo. Crich. LAWN SocIAL.—The people of Tur- ner's church intend holding a social ort Tuesday evening, July 17th, at the re- sidence of Mrj Frank Crich; there will be refreshments, ice cream, lemonade, water melon, bannanas, peanuts, can- dies, &c. An admission of lbc will be charged giving you a ticket for coffee and cake, there will be lots of fine mu- sic, consisting of vocal, instrumental, and also choice selections by the Clin- ton brass band. Everyone is request- ed to come and spend an enjoyable evening. Town and County Church Chimes. Rev. J. H. Fairlie, and J. W. Hod - gens, of Seaforth, exchanged pulpits on Saturday. Rattenbury St. Sabbath School and that- of Willis church, will picnic at Goderich on Wednesday next. Ontario St. Sabbath school is arranging for a picnic to the same place, on the 26th. Mr R. Throne, of Mitchell, has been engaged as organist of the United Methodist church there, at a salary of $100 a year. He is a brother of Mrs Chown, of town. Special revival services have been held for two weeks, ip the Base Line Baptist church, with much @Guess. The church is united and earnest in i effarts to win souls toclhrist, andquif a number have professed and other are anxious; the interest and atten- dance are on the increase. The pastor has been assisted for two weeks by Bro. Elliott, of Tavistock, and this week by Bro. Walker, of Teeswater. Tne Rev. Mr Elliot bad the misfortune to lose his Baxter Bible between the Baptist church and Mr John Raithby's, any one finding it would greatly ob- lige the loser by leaving it at the Bap- tist parsonage, Clinton. LIVE BASE BALL. One of the most amusing and excit- ing games of base ball witnessed in Clinton, was played on the Park, on Wednesday evening, between clubs from the Mackay and Palace blocks.— The Palace players were, H. Hodgehs, A. Holloway, Dr. Shaw, F.R.Hodgens, R. Downs, A. Morrish, F. Jarvis, Jas. Fortune, and Ab. Switzer. Mackay Block, W. Harland, W. P. Spalding, John Harland, R. Irwin, H. Holmes, G Taylor, W. Shannon, W. O'Neill and H. T. Rance. The Palace won the toss and sent the Mackay Block to bat; Dr. Shaw in the box and "Ben" Switzer behind the bat. .Phe doctor's delivery was very effect- ive; no heavy hits were made, though several players got first base on balls; only two scored. Spalding and Har- land formed the McKay block battery. "Pat" was swift but erratic, and the Palace in the'first innings scored four; Gal Holloway narrowly escaped serious injury this innings, being struck in the side by a wild' ball from 4talding; at first it was thought that some of his ribs were broken, as he started for 1st in a dazed sort of way; however, upon examination he was found to be all right. This handicapped the Palace somewhat, as he was not able to run very fast during the rest of the game, and he is well known to be one of their most active men. The next three inn- ings were quite uneventful, except in providing lots of amusement; the scores were—Mackay 4 in second and 1 in third Palace 5 in second, which gave them a lead of 3 and an innings to spare. They went to bat quite confident, and got a whitewash, no one got as far as 1st.— The Mackay Block then went to .bat and managed to pile up 11 runs. Hol- loway was in the box, but his injury seemed to have knocked him out; the Mackay battered` were on to his curves from the start, and pounded him hard. The leading features of this innings were the heavy hitting by "Tip"O'Neil, R. Irwin and W. Shannan, and sharp fielding by F. Jervis, R. Downs and J. Fortune. The palace scored 3the next innings and McKay 2. The Palace then went to bat for their fifth and started out well, but the McKay block refused to give them their innings, claiming it was toodaik. By the rules of the game this would give the match to the Palace, but the umpire decided to call it a draw, and the teams will have to meet again and decide which can win. The umpire, Dr. Agnew, gave entire satisfaction by his im- partial decisions, though the onlook- ers sometimes tried to make it un- pleasant for him. • Colborne COUNCIL met on June 30, when the following accounts were paid: Star, printing, $4.05; Thomas Dougherty, for plank and repairing bridge on bout - dry, $2.60; Michael Housenjhusen, re- pairing road, $2,25; Seth Fisher, repair- ing road, $2; Wm. Million, 12 weeks board of John Davis, $15; Wm. Moore, care and board of Emma Cruse, county ward, three months, $18• Michael Fleck repairing road, $8.50. Next meeting, Aug• 28. F. W. MODONAGH, Clerk. � tt n i g commenced Wentworth Friday.