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The Blyth Standard, 1903-01-15, Page 11 J 1 \ th. VOL. XVI. CHEAP READING BLYTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, JANUARY 15, 1903. No. 23. 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The Standard and Canadian Boy Magazine ..,. The Standard and Toledo Weekly Blade The Standard and Northern Mess. enger The Standard and Christmas Number 1 00 The above rates are for new subscrib- ers and also old eubecribers who pay a year In advance. Cash must accom- pany each order. All weekly subserip. tions must he for a year. Send all subscriptions direct to THE STANDARD, BLYTH, ONT. 160 1 60 1 60 1 60 150 1 25 DUNGANNON. NUt'TtAta.—On New Yeer's day a happy and pleasant event took place at the residence of Mra. Crawford, sr., it being the uniting in the bonds of meta - minty of het youngest daughter, Mise Fumes Crawford, to Mr, John Mc- Nabb, of Seaforth. The important ceremony was duly performed by Rev. 0. @rutherford, the energetic pastor of Eeekin* church here. The Misses Jean and Nellie McNabb, sisters of the bride- groom, were among the invited gueets, Shortly after the ceremony our popular *my-keenerconvey'ed the happy coup- le to Locknow, where they took the Vain on abridal tour to relatives east of hen. W4 have been informed that on .Abair rowan they will reside at Dun - win non. We, along with their host of friends and well wishere, extend con- gratulations, being that they will have a long, happy and prosperous voyage over the sea of matrimony, oors. -rherep;ains.of Mary Draney, ,beloved wife of Mr. Charles Avery, of London township, were interred in Dungannon cemetery. There was a large attendance of sorrowing relatives and friends and Revs. Messrs. Gold- berg McNair and Rutherford conduct- ed the solemn obsequies. The deceased bad been suffering front lung trouble, and had been,ataying with her parents, to recuperate, but, finally succumbed to ;the ravages of the dread disease. The bereaved relatives have the einc,;re sympathy of the coalmen ity....The numerous friends of Mrs. Thomas Beg- ley, who has been for some time in a delicate state of health, will he pleased to know that she is gradually improv- ing. We brise and Hope that through kind Providence and skilful medical treatment aid doe attendance site will ho restored to her wonted state of health.,../ PPeMaud ,Vhyard,former- ly teacher at Otterville, and a daughter of unr venerable and esteemed division court clerk, has gone to take charge of her new school at Millbrook, after spending her holidays at home. We join with her numerous Mende in wish- ing the young lady success in her new school. Before leaving Ott erville school she was made the recipient of a beauti- ful parting address and a valuable present from the pupils es tokens of their esteem for her, Mr. Charles Whyard left last week to attend the Central Business college at Stratbrd. Mr. and Mrs. Whyard have reason to be proud of their children's perseverence in hitting themselves for good positions. . We are pleased to bo able to note that Master Roy Little ie able to bo round again among his associates.... Mr, 51'. Crawford, who is in the employ of Messrs. W. R. Brook & Co„ Toronto, as traveller, spent the Christmas holi- days with itis father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Crawford. CONSTANCE. NOTES,—Mrs. Adam Rinn, of Mani - ton, Manitoba, is visiting Mr. Wm, Rinn and other fries in the neighbor- hood of Constance. Mrs. Rinn is ac- companied by her sou, who has gone to the Ontario agricultural college at Guelph to teke a course at that institu- tion, Mat. Rinn expects to spend about three months in Ontario. She ie a daughier of Mr. George (lark, of Constance. .,,A nutnber of wood bees kayo been held in the vioinity....The voters have all settled down peacefully atter the elections.... Mr. Wm. Rion sold a valuable horse lately.,..Thpre has been Rome very bad cases of colda around the village.... Miss Jennie Low- rie has started to teach in school section No. 4.... Mr. E. L. Farnham, breeder of Hereford cattle, made a valuable addition to his herd recently, by pur- chasing a young bull from Ilr. H. D. Smith, of Compton, Quebec, The sire of this calf is "Mark Hanna," the champion bull that Mr. Smith sold at the Chicago International fair in 1901 for $1850. This calf is also, on the dam's side, a grandson of the celebrated Hereford " Corrector," the property of Mr. T. F. B. Sotham, of Missouri. MORRIS. WAIFS,—The fine 100 -acre farm of Mr, Robert Armstrong, Nit lot 16, con. 4, has been disposed of by the well- known proprietor,�to his son Robert, now of Belgrave, for 811000. He gets possession as aeon as the lease of Mr. A. C. Dames expires. The latter has been grazing it. Mr. Armstrong took up this farm from the government in 1851 and moved on to it with his good wife, now deceased, in 1858. It was ani bush, in fact the only clearance of any consequence was five acres chopped at Blyth, Messrs. McConnell and McBain being located there. The Corbett, Brandon and McCrae families Fettled in the spring of 1858, Mr. and Mrs. Arm- strong came from Slmcoe county, reaohiug Hamilton from Toronto by boat and staging it from there to Clin- ton. He sats a fence rail woe carried Mona with the stage coach to pry it out of the mud holes.... Mr, and litre. F. A. Carson, of Glenboro', Manitoba, are visiting here, Airs. Carson is a daughter of Mr. John Budd, Ord line, It ie six years since they were here. They are welcome visitors Miss Jenny Warwick has returned home after an extended visit to Calgary, Van- couver aid other points. Joan looks due, and is quite enthusiastic over the merits of Western Canada..., S.S. No, 9 put Mr. Ross Stubbs into office as trustee iu the place of Mr, Win. Skel- ton, whose term had expired, Mr. Stubbs will oleo be secretary -treasurer. The wood contract was let to Mr, Alfrel Button he to receive 81.88 per cord for 10 cords When Mr. VVm. Michie went off to Helton county a few days ago it was mooted that he might fetch Mrs. Michie back with him, but he returned on Monday still travelling in single harness. The law should bo amended to make certain things corn - PHOTO BARGAINS ,.AT.. BB IMI ART 1017, BIM We have jest received all the Latest Up-to-date City Styles in Photo Cards, Buttons, Back Grounds, Floor Cloths and Toner, and we are oow prepared to turn out work as good as the best. We also Enlarge Portraits from the dullest photographs iu Crayon, Water- color and Sepia tones, pre•ger.For bargains cell and see our samples. Gallery will he open every week day. Call and eee us. All work guaranteed. H. R. BREWER PROPRIETOR. misery Air. Thomas Hogg and BANK OF H A M I s ® N brother, who formerly resided here but live in :Michigan now, are rimming old friendships in Morris and Grey .,.,The trustees of S.S. No. 4 have engaged Mr. J. J. Todd, of Hensall, as teacher for 1908 and he has commenced his duties. The young lady reported as the chosen teacher declined to come.... At the annual school meeting held at Ander- son's school, Mr. James Bowman was chosen trustee to succeed Mr, Q. Ander- son, who resigned after a period of L8 or 18 years' service. The contract for 10 cords of wood went to Mr. John Mason at 81.99 per cord ....A very en- joyable New Year's party was held at the residence of Mr, Charles Wheeler, at which 22 relatives assembled, made up principally of Wheelers, Wilkin. sons, Proctors and Andersons. After a fine dinner that would gladden the heart of any Englishman, the young people went for a sleigh ride and in their absence a short program was given and games indulged in, Supper over, Grandfather Wilkinson was voted to the chair and although he plead that he was no public man he filled the bill tip-top, eEm limenting the good looking crowd and " sugaring off " the English in good style. Songs, instru- mental music, recitations, etc., were given, a rule being laid down by the chairman that everybody had to sing a song, tell a tale or treat to mediae. Uncle Joe Wilkinson brought down the house with his eolo "You'll Never Miss the Water Till the Well Goes Dry." A hearty vote of thanks was passed to the genial host and hostess and the happy company separated after singing "God Save the Ring.".... The 100-rcre farm of Mr. Albert Carter, 8th lino, has been purchased by Mr. John Lawson, whose land adjoins, et 55250. This will give A1r. Lawson 800 acres but as he and his sone are workers they will be able to look after it in a proper manner. We wish them success as they now have a very flue property. MULLETT. MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS.—Below will be found the result of the election for township councillors and county coun- cillors in Huliett on Monday of last week Teener Conn's— 1 9 8 4 6 6 7 Wni. Patterson.... 62 66 97 80 86 51 57-961 Thoma', McMillan 61 78 81 69 18 41 49-9.10 Wm. Mnon 48 66 21 86 86 46 07-330 Henry warren42 44 60 iv 41 56 17-160 Wm. M�i1, 60 81 14 41 81 24 01-242 Wm. Lee 1 16 24 48 9 96 16-160 Hobert Armstroug 44 25 27 18 10 9 9-190 John herr 0 13 14 33 18 16 17-109 Fist four eleoted. Cont)) Coen's— Jamos 4touuoliy90 16 IR 42 31 97 99-186 David Cauteton 01 66 92 08 81 26 8a--907 Alex. Leitch 161 146 84 140 43 99 87-748 DaATHe.—During the past week Hul- lett lath lost two of its most highly esteemed and respected residents by death. They were Mr, Wm. Collinson and Mr, John Curring, two near neigh- bors, Mr, Collinson died on Friday after two months illness from a compli- cation of diseases. On New Year's day Mr. earning was stricken with pare- lesis, from which he never recovered, dying on Tuesday morning of this week. Both gentlemen were in the 75th year of their age. The bereaved relatives of each have the sincere sym- pathy of many friends in their sore affliction, ITOMs,—Mr, and Mrs. Newton Ed- meeton, of MacDonald, Manitoba, are at present visiting at the home of the latter's parents, Mr, and Mfrs. Thomas Roberton Miss Rosalie Crawford, niece of Mr. Ed. Crawford, with whom she has lived eines childhood, left. on Wednesday of last week for London, where she was married to Mr. James Langley, of Niagara Fells. They will make their home at the latter place. Mr. Langley is an old railroad man, having run on a train in this neighbor- hood for many years. We wish them much joy and prosperity Miss Jessie Cowan, of Stratford, is the guest of the Misses Roberton. DEATH OF Mite. WILSON.—Much re- gret was felt on Tuesday of last week on the announcement being made of the death of Mrs. Win. Wilson, sr., 0f the 1th concession. Site phased peacefully away on Tuesday afternoon. She had been suffering from a cold for some clays, but no serious results were antici- pated until Monday when she became somewhat worse and in the evening the doctor was Rent for, bit even then her PASO was not considered serious, On Tuesday, however, elle became rapidly worse and the vital spark went out soon after. The immediate cause ofdeath was heart failure. Mrs. Wilson was nearly 70 years of age. Her maiden name was Jane Beattie, She was the eldest daughter of the late Andrew Beattie, of Kdalemoor, Dumfries -shire, Scotlaud, where the deceased wits born. She came to Canada in 1859 and w'ae 1tta1'- ried to Mr. Wilson about 40 years ago. She was a sister of Mr, Andrew Beattie, of McKillop. Mrs. Wilson was a con- sistent member of the Presbyterian church ; she was a kindly, good living wontau at,d was much respected by all who enjoyed her acquaintance. Her ege(1 partner will receive the sincerest sympathy of tcaiy friends iu this the time of his sad bemavenlont. Oct annual sole of Dry Goods, Mant- les end Overcoats is now on, 75c, el and 61.25 Honiespilits end Suitings, 50c. 50n, inn and 75n French Flani,els, 8be. C. JEROME 111 A1I-Wool Stylish Badent)vercoius, sots h 810 for 45,50.---GEu. E. KING, MANAGER. VVir.glndn. 2811 Capital, all paid up $2,000,000. Reserve, $1,600,000, Total Assets, over $2o,000,000. JAMES TURNBULL, GENERAL MANAGER. BLYTH AGENCY. Notes Discounted and Collected. Drafts Issued, General I3a11king Business Transacted. SAVINGS DEPARTMENT. Sums of $1 and upwards received and interest allowed, compounded half yearly. H. V. HOLMES, AGENT, G. THE GREAT CASH STORE We are clearing Winter Goods at sweeping reductions during J anuary. In many cases they are sold at less than manufacturer's prices, but we need the room for Spring Goods. M_""e".ol Just n few Men's Fur Coats which will be cleared out regardless of cost. Tremendous reductions in all lines of Clothing. } a• Millinery at half price. '9t Y 4 Heavy Rubbers and Overshoes will be cleared out at bargain pricks. See our Heavy Wool Blankets. They are the beet value in the trade. Men's Heavy Winter Shirts at 25 per cent under the nsuai price. See the bargains in oar Carpet and Lace Curtain depart- ment. • Some great value in Ladies' Ready-made Skirts. Don't forget that these reductions are for January, before we tante stock. D. M. McBEATH PRETORIA BLOCK . . I (ti) 5� ) u Has made his headquarters at Metcalf's because he has found there the largest Block, nicest goods and most suitable presents for still classes. And best of all the prices arc so low. You need not send out of town for Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Silverware, Fancy Crockery, Bibles, Hymn Books, Albums, Fancy Baskets, Xmas Cards, Picture Books, Poets, Purses, Card Oases. In fact, almost Any line of goals you can think of as suitable for Xtnas Presents tan be found here. We will meet the closest prices, it matters not whose price list you have. Give us a trial before you buy. We commemorate our 25th Xmas in Blyth this year. A Merry Xmas and Prosperous New Year to All. FRANK METCALF JEWET.Ii AND BLYTH