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The Clinton New Era, 1898-05-27, Page 1The Ngw ERA gives more home news .every week than an Jewelry Repairs .. Oe s the plane where we inds of repairing— wat > ,e, clocks, silverware, eto. We do it in such a man- ner that it gives satisfaotory results. Our charges are moderate — our servioe prompt. No job is too large for us, and none too small; whether large or small it re- ceives the attention it re- quires. SOMETHING NEW je being shown in Jewelled -Belts, the latest creation for summer wear. New color- ings in leathers, jewels and buokles to matob, and the prices are low. It's a pleas- ure to show yon these. P. B. Crews Jeweler & Expert Watch Repairer otherpa,per in Huron and will be sent to new subscribers to lst Jan., 1899, for 50 cents cash CLLNTON NEW ERA ROBERT HOLMES, Editor and Proprietor. CLINTON, ONT., MAY 27, 1898 /Auburn J. NICSOLSON, manufacturer of and dealer -in Light and Heavy Harness, (a specialty,) Whips Valises, Combs, Brushes, Robes anis Horse Trimmings. DEATH,—Mr and Mrs Moore have the sympathy of the community in the loss of their daughter, Mrs Lundy, of Blyth, who died on Tuesday last. CHURCH.—Rev. Mr Millyard, of the Nile, preached a very eloquent and patriotic sermon from Jonah 1: 8, "What is thy country," in the Metho- dist church on Sunday evening. Rey. Mr Henderson gave a very helpful ser- mon from Jas. 4:16.17 on Sunday morn- ing last. The E, L. was cancelled last Tuesday evening on account of the 'Queen's birthday. NOTES.—Mr Jos. Richardson, Prin- cipal of the Tavistock Public School, paid a flying visit to friends in this locality last week; he was accompanied by Mrs Richardson, who intends visit- ing in this vicinity for the next two weeks. Mr •Wm, Wilson, of West Wawanosh, passed through here last week on his way to visit his brother, Rev. Jas. Wilson, of Niagara. If we may judge frorn the number of bicycle" -and other rigs on the road, the num- ber of visitors reported, the claims of "necessity and mercy" are above par t„= on the first day of the week at present. Mr Jas. Young is busy at present cut- ting stave bolts; he shipped two car loads of lumber last week. Fishing is the order of the day; some report very :-good luck. How, where and when are operations to start on the prohibition campaign is the question of the day.— Mr Hetheringtcn was visiting his sister -on Sunday last. Misses C. and 11. Fer- '` ,guson are spending their holidays at borne," M Frank Munroe is at home. Mr and M?s Yates, of Goderich, were visiting at Mrs Blair's on Sunday last. iss M.A. Murch, of Gorrie, is theguest her grandmother, Mrs Murch. uite number took in the Westfield social T. --da ' evening 'ast. Miss Moore, ..f Porgy ` u on, is visiting her brother, Mr Jas. Moore. Mr R. J. Askwith rs moving into Mr H. Cullis' house. Mr J, Nicholson took a trip to Serepta on Saturday last and returned home Mon- day. Me A. Askwith and family spent the 24th in Morris. Mr L. Wettlaufer took a business trip to Exeter on the 24th. Mr E. Collins, of Brucefleld, is renewing acquaintances here. Miss B. Farrow spent the 24th at, her home in AGoderich. Mr and Mrs Longman, of -sBlyth, spent the 21th at her mother's, Mrs J. lrkin. , 'THE NEW ERA GIVES THE HOME NEWS Summerhill' NOTES.—A garden party is to be held in the grounds of Robt. Miller, Esq., on the evening of June 1st, in connection with St. Peter's. Church. A. E: Wetheral attended the meeting of the Teacher's Convention at Gode- rich on Saturday. Mr J. H. Lowery was in Blyth on Saturday. -Miss C. Proctor was visiting her sister Mrs Lowery, last week. Our sports have had considerable • fun spearing shad during the past few days. Mr John Hill is rapidly recovering. Morris DEATH.—We are sorry to announce — the unexpected death of Samuel Fear, a very highly respected farmer of this township, which occurred on Friday I• Iasti after a ten days' illness with apneumouia.. Deceased was a brother of Rev. E. A. Fear, of Milverton, and leaves a widow and nine children. He 'was very highly respected,being a -staunch member of the Methodist -church, and formerly a class leader at -Jackson's appointment. The funeral on Monday was largely attended. "THE NEW ERA GIVES THE HOME NEWS Men's clothing The clothing you buy here is just as good as it looks. It's the reliable kind,and costs no more than the comnon,ordinary grades. We stand back of every bit we sell with onr guarantee that quality and style are the beet you can get for your money. Don't miss the opportunity of seeing these. It's worth repeating that early buyers get the pick of the offerings. Men's Tweed Sack Suite, light colors in fancy cheeks, silk stitched edges, flaps on ail pockets, pants lined below 0'S the seat, same styles in Dark Tweeds and Blue Sergee, only Itten'e Tweed Suits, the new colorings fy. o Grey, Blue, made in the F out and finish perfect, e a nae our goods, examina• ell "good-othing cheaper in this section. JACKSON, SR., Wider and Furnisher Viotoria,Blook, Clinton, AROUND THE HUB. What wide-awake and reliable correspondents find worthy of recording tor publication Nile. WEDDING BELLS.— Invitations are out for a wedding on June 1; the hap - parties are Mr David Johnston and Miss Aggie McKnight. Dame Rumor has it that one will follow on the 8th. WEST HURON FARMER'S INSTITUTE. —The regular annual meeting of West Huron Farmer's Institute will be held at the Nile on Tuesday, June7th. The President and Secretary will make their reports for the year; directors and offlctrs elected for the ensuing year, also valuable papers pertaining to farming will be given. CHURCH.—Rev J. W. Pring preach ed last Sabbath to large congregations Our Epworth League meeting tbi week took the form of a literary and social meeting, the church being crowded almost beyond standing room and we are glad to state that a very pleasant time was spent; our next meeting on May I, will be a Missionary meeting; the missionary committee would like to see a good turn out of the friends of the League. Cottage prayer meeting in connection with the League was held at Mr Hethering- ton's on Thursday night of this week, NOTES.—Mr John Dustow delivered 20 head of fine fat cattle last week; they were in excellent condition, and showed that remarkablygood care and treatment had been afforded them. Mr Issac Currie has been repainting his house and improving the lawn, thus adding considerably to its appearance. Our Public School teachers attended the West Huron association meeting in Goderich on Friday of last week. Rev. J. E. J. Millyard supplied for Rev. C. C. Couzens, of Auburn, on Sunday last; Mr Millyard has completed his term as probationer in charge of our circuit, and goes away carrying the best wishes ot hosts of friends. Miss Eleanor Watson wheeled to Wingham last Saturday; she purposes spending the 24th with her sister, Mrs (Dr.) Arthur Irwin. W. Treleaven and T. R. Conrtice spent Saturday and Sunday with Goderich township friends. Mr and Miss Osbaldeston, of Holmesville, visited at J. Gr ummett's on Thursday of last week. Mr Geo. Currie attended the district meeting in Blyth last Wednesday. 24TH CELEBRATION. — As Clinton and other email towns were trying to celebrate the holiday our crowd was not so large as it otherwise would have been. However, we had all that we could conveniently accommodate. The proceedings of the afternoon commen- ced with a football match between the Holmesville and Nile teams. They lined up as follows:— Holmesville Position . Nile W. Fisher goal J.E.Millyard J. Mulholland i f J.G.Bheppard G. Acheson j backs l G. Ryan W. Yeo 1 T. Elliott A. Conrtice t half -backs T.Shielcis G. Crooks 1 G.Matahewe P.Campbell Capt, W.Ireland C. L.Fisher ( T. Jones J. Crooks forwards C. A. Girvin R. Forster - W. Brownell I. Pickard j iV.Warson l The game throughout was fast and exciting and during the first half but one goal was scored, and that fell to the lot of Holmesville; it was kicked through by C. L. Fisher. During the second half play was even more excit- ing and for a time it looked as though the score would stay where it was, 1-0, but Forster indulged in one of those high kicks of his and the ball, after de scending in a parabolic curve, swept just under the string. This ended the. scoring and when time was called the laurels of victory again rested on the Beavers. Well they deserved it. They played good ball and are a civil set of. boys. We how to the inevitable—fer- tone favors the wicked—and hope to have an opportunity of meeting them again some day. The concert in the church in the evening was a decided success. The program consisted of music by the E. L. choir and the Ben - miller orchestra, recitations, essays and patriotic addresses. At the close all declared themselves satisfied with the day's program and willing to re- visit Nile should an opportunity occur. tfippen Londesboro NOTES.—Messrs Messrs L, Howson and R. Scott left on Thursday on a prospect- ing trip to Sudbury. ENTERTAINMENT.—The Knox chutch Mission Band will give an entertain- ment in the church, Friday evening of this week, commencing at 8 o'clock' All are welcome. 1 Proceeds in aid of missions. Goon TEMPLARS. — The regular meeting of the Good Template will be held on Tuesday evening next at 8 sharp,, and a full attendance of the members is particularly desired, as business of importance will come up. s CORNER STONE LAYING.—A large crowd gathered here on Monday after- noon to witness the laying of the cor- ner stone of the new Methodist church. On the platform were Rey. J. W. An- drews, pastor of the church, together with Revs S. Bond, Seaforth, Presi- dent of London Conference; B. Ole- ment, Clinton; J. Edge and W. God- win, Goderich; G. W. Andrews, Holmes- ville; A. W. Dever, Bervie; R. Holmes Clinton, and others. The preliminary exercises were conducted by Messrs. Andrews, Godwin, Clement and Bond, the latter making an address of some length. Mr Andrews announced that the amount of subscriptions promised so far was $3887.75, of which amount nearly $1000 had been paid, which was regarded as a good showing when it was remembered that none of the sub scriptions were expected to be paid before the 1st of November. Ho then asked for further subscriptions, an- nouncing at the same time that Mr Neelands, who was to lay the stone, had generously given a cheque for $100, George Snell $100 and Mr J. T. Garrow M. P., West Huron, a donation of $25. Subscriptions and cash came freely, Mr John Neelands, of Wingham was then called upon and, being presented with a beautiful silver trowel, laid the stone, declaring it well and truly laid, according to the form provided in the description of the Methodist church, and also made a short address. The stone had engraved on its face, Corner Stone, laid by John Neelands, Esq., Wingham, May 23, 1898. Inside the stone were the following articles:—A. Bible, Hymn Book copy of discipline, Christian Guardian, Daily Giobe,Daily Free Press, London, Clinton New Era, Wingham Times, t he names of Trust Board, quarterly Board,Building Com- mittee, contractor, architect, name of pastor and family and names of schol- ars, officers, names of members of the jt and sr. Leagues, and Quarterly tickets. The trowel, which was pro- cured from A. J. Grigg, Clinton, had engraved upon it, "Presented to John Neelands by the Methodists of Londes- boro, May 23, 1898." Mr Andrews an- nounced that Seale & Hoover, of Clin- ton Markle Works, had kindly pre- sented the church with a suitable stone for the other corner of the church, though not engraved. The church promises to be a comfortable one when fiini • shed suitable for all present requirements, and should be dedicated free from debt. The lea meeting in I he evening was very large- ly attended, and excellent addresses were delivered by Revs. Clement, Dev- er, Godwin, Edge, and John Neelands. The chair was occupied by the pastor, and the choir rendered excellent ser- vice. The proceeds of the Sunday and Monday services were $125, and the total amount of cash now on hand is $1-100. The people are to be •congratu• sated on their auspicious opening avid future prospects. NOTES. —The 24th passed off very quietly in this vicinity as the sports were elsewhere. Rev S, Acheson left on Monday last to attend the funeral of his mother; the people of this vicin- ity extend their sympathy to 'Mr Acheson and family. Miss Campbell, of Toronto, is at present visiting Mrs JamesSmillie, of this village Mr S. McMordie, who is attending Toronto University has returned home. Misses Cudmore and Ivison, of Seaforth,spent their 24th under the parental roof. Miss Clarissa Mellis is at present visit- ing g friends in Exeter. Miss Steins Acheson. who has been sick, is around again. Mrs Archin McGregor and tattier, of Hensel', have returned from Manitoba, accompanied by Mr Alex. McDougall and family; Mr McDougal has been in poor health for some time and his friends thought the change would do him good. Miss Maggie Mc- Murtrie, who has been visiting friends at Glencoe, has returned home. Mrs G. Thompson, of the 2nd con., present- ed her husband with a young son. East Wawanosh. NOTES.—The Kilgour family moved from Gray township to Miss Louise Carr's residence last week; they will take possession of the farm occupied by Amos Challenger this fall. Mrs D. Scott has been been spending a fort- night with her son-in-law near Au- burn. Cyrus W. Scott captured a pair of young owls last week. Cyrus bought a new (Dendron bike a few days ago and rode to Stratford on Saturday to visit friends there. David Dunbar has got his lane nicely graded up and has how one of the best faun approaches in the township. A fashionable wed- ding took place Tuesday, the parties Stanley being Jno, T. Scott, eldeast son of Robt. NOTES.—Mr and Mrs Robt. Pearson Scott and Grace Dalgarno, daughter and family have been visiting in Mc - of George Dalgarno, r asalaillop at the home of Mr Tasker.— Hallett. MOVED:—S, McCool has moved from the homestead to t he • farm he lately bought frorn his brother John. RENTED.—John Mann has rented the St. John farm, on the 3rd con. of Hullett, for a term of five years. INSURANCE.— We are informed that the insurance on Hugh H. Hill's barn, etc., was 5900 on the bar n and $800 on the contents. NEw HOUSE.—Thos.McKenzie, build- er, of Clinton, has just completed a large comfortable' house for Thos. Archer, of the 5th con. It is substan- tially and well built, as all Mr McKen- zie's work is. O. K. AGAIN.—The many friends of A. T.Macdonald are pleased to see that he has entirely recovered from his re- cent illness, and is himself again. He had a decidedly close call, the doctor at one time having very faint hopes of his recovery, hut a good constitution, a temperate life, lots of grit and the best of care brought him through. OBITUARY.—The familiar faces of those who came to the township when it was in its primeval beauty are fast disappearing frorn our midst. , The last who passed over that narrow stream to join the silent majority was Mrs Ellen Paterson, relict of the late Peter Paterson, of the 13th con., who departed this life on the 18th inst., snit -Tering from no apparent disease, but a general decay of the whole sys- tem, at the ripe old age of 83 years. About 43 years ago she and her late husband took up their residence on lot 37, on the 13th con., since that time her borne. She possessed those ster- ling qualities which were apparent in the ear Tier settlers of this country, and to whorl we are indebted for the privi- leges and liberties we enjoy. Of a kind and;genia1 nature,many, a poorsuf- ferer blessed the hand that ministered to relieve their sufferings. She leaves a family of two sons and one daughter. The eldest, Donald, is a county ;oun- cillor, residing in East' Wawanosh; the youngest, William, living on the old homestead; Mrs Brown a resident of Logan township, She was a con- sistent member of the Presbyterian church, and her remains were interred in Ball's cemetery, on the Base line, followed by a large number of friends and acgnarotances. ti. t.tS4 .- e•.. Wingham. NOTES,—Entrance exams here on June 28th, 29th and 30th. New marble works are to be opened here soon. The deputation to interview the govern- ment against the proposed removal of the post office did not meet with much success. Tenders for the granolithic sidewalks are in, but on account of absence of the Mayor were not opened. THE 24TH. — The 21th celebration passed off successfully, Wingham be- ing victorious in all the games. In the taseball, Wingham vs. Kincardine, the score stocd 11 to 8 in favor of Wingham. Football, Wingham and Kincardine, score 5 to 2 in favor of Wingham. Lacrosse, Wingham vs. Lucknow, score 1 to 0 in favor of Wingham. The program was fully carried out. The concert in the even- ing was well attended. Altogether the baseball and football boys must have netted a good sum of money, as the crowd was large. W. M. S. CONVENTION.—Sessions of this convention were held in the Tees - water Methodist church, May 18-19. The meeting on Wednesday evening was an inspiring missionary rally. Rev A. Cunningham, Kincardine, and Rev S. J. Allis, Brussels, were in their happiest vein in their appropriate ad- dresses. The choir of the church fur- nished excellent music, several other numbers of the program being of a high order, the "Call for Light" by ten young ladies being of special merit. On Thursday morning and afternoon sessions were held. The attendance was most gratifying, and splendid pro- grams were given. WINGHAM ANNUAL DISTRICT MEET- ING.—The sessions of this meeting were held in the Methodist church, Teeswa- ter, on May 18-19, Rev Dr. Pascoe pre- siding. Rev J. F. Oaten was elected Secretary of the special ministerial ses- sion, the business of which consisted in the examination of ministerial char- acter. A11 of the brethren came up with records that were clean. A. Dev- er and 3. T. Stewart were recommend. ed to be continued on trial. Two of the superannuated brethren have died duringthe year, Revs J. L. Keand John Ken' Walker; suitable obituaries were read and adopted, and letters of condo- lence ordered sent to the bereaved fam- ilies. Jas. E. Hunter offered as a can- didate, and recommended to be received on probation in the ministry. The re- gular session opened on Thursday morning, May 19. The laymen were in full attendance. Rev T. W. Couzens was elected Secretary. The statisticel returns revealed the following:—Total membership 4451, a decrease of 98; mis- sionary fund, 52018.84, an increase of $92.53; total for all purposes $25975.55, an increase of 5219,61. The election of officers resulted as tollows: —Stationing Com., Rev A. Cunningham; Epworth League Com., Rev S. J. Allis, D. C. Taylor, Lucknow; S. S. Com., I, 13. Walwin, B. A., W. H. Kerr, Brussels; Sustentation Fund. Rev W. W. Leech and D. Gerry, Brussels; Missionary Com., J. H. McHardy, Teeswater. -�f r S o bh • NOTES.—A huge crowd went to the 24th of May celebration in Clinton, and were highly pleased with the day's sport. Dr. Gibbs, V.S., spent Sunday in St. Marys, the guest of his father, Dr. Wm. Gibbs., G. Reeves, our popular lightning 'rod agent, is busy putting rods on two large barns in Hib- bert. Norwich football club played the Hurons on Friday last; our boys show- ed thein how to play the game by beat- ing them 5 goals to 0. It is rumored here that, Major Varcoe 'has been ap- pointed Lieut.. -Col. of the 33rd Battal- lion, we congratulate him on his ap- pointment. The junior Huron base ball club and the Berlin club played here Monday evening:the Hurons gave them the Waterloo by beating them 6 goals to 0. Robt. Dawson, of Mitchell, spent. Sunday in town, the guest of his father, Capt. E. Dawson, Mrs A. C. McLeod is visiting friends in London and Detroit this week. R. Dawson was in Sarnia this week on business.— Mr Jas. Calder has taken a position at Gr•ijp House as wine clerk. Messrs J. T. Edwards, W. S. Stacy and T. Oliver caught a fine mess of speckled beauties on thejat'th. R. Hewitt succeeded in catching 10 dozen of frogs on Tuesday last, Our brave volunteers have start- ed drilling to get in shape before they go to camp on June 21st. Toronto La- crosse club defeated the Beavers of Sea - forth in Clinton on the 24th by 4 to 0.— It is expected there will be a large num- ber of witnesses summoned from here to attend the assizes in Goderich in con- nection with the arson case. Johnston Bros. have been appointed agents here for the new fire proof cement which is spoken of very highly. Mr E. J. Daw- son intends going extensively into the roofing business; he has the contract of putting on three proof cement roofs here. Mr Murphy was in Clinton this week on business. Blyth. NOTES.—Miss E. O'Connor left on Wednesday morning for Port Huron. Mr L. Heywood, of Detroit, and Mise - es Heywood and Pratt, of Clinton, were the guests of Mr Woo McElroy on Wednesday. Reeve Wilford leaves on Monday for Ottawa, as a delegate to the Orange convention, which is to be held there. Mr and Mrs Jos. Tam- an, of Palmerston, were visiting their relatives and friends here this week. Miss Mary Combs left on Monday for Alpena, Mich., where she will pay an extended visit to her brother Thomas, who is a prosperous farmer near that', place. Miss F dith Rigsby, of London, is visiting at home at present. Rev Mr Baine, of Kinburn, occupied the pulpit of the Methodist church on Sun- day. Mise Nelly Kelly, of Clinton. paid her horse a visit en Sunday. The 211h passed off very quietly in onr vil- lage, most all the residents taking in the games at Clinton and Wingham. Mrs Jos. Maguire, formerly an old resident of our town, but now of Springbank, Mass., paid her old friends a visit this week. Live stock is being shipped from this station daily. THE NEW ERA GIVES THE HOME NEWS 1$1 a year in advance $1.60 when not so paid ITuckersmith NOTES.—Miss Hattie Dodd, Clinton, spent Sunday with friends(?) here. Mr Jas. Townsend. of Dakota, is visiting relatives here. Miss Gertie Lloyd, of Seaforth, spent the 24th visiting here. Mr J. Modeland and family paid a fly- ing visft to friends here. Mr J.G.Crich, Seaforth, spent, the 24th under the par- ental roof. Quite a number from this part spent Her Majesty's birthday in the hub. Benmiller NOTES.—Miss Lizzie Couzins, Gode- rich, spent the past week with her sis- ter, Mrs Wm, Maedel. Mr and Mrs Holtzhour went on a visit to Blyth last Saturday, to visit Mrs Holtzhour's mother. Miss Flo Gledhill, who for the past two months has been sewing in Goderich, spent the 24th with her parents. Quite number of our young people took in the concert at Nile on Tuesday evening, and report a splendid time. Mr Edwin Walters and bride started for their home in Collingwood nn Wednesday last. Mise Lillie Malloy was visiting her aunt, Mrs W. Straugh- an, the past two weeks. Misses Minnie Jewell and Maggie Vanstone spent Sunday with Miss Nancy Fisher. Mr Olivant, of Toronto, is visiting his brother here. WEDDING.—A very pleasing and happy event took place on Thursday, May 19, at the residence of Mr Henry S. Fisher, when his only daughter, Serena, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Mr Edward H Wal- ters, of Collingwood. Rev E. Oliphant tied the nuptial knot in the presence of sixty guests. Miss Fisher, will be much missed in this vicinity, having been a member of the choir and teach- er in the S. S. for some years, besides taking an active part in temperance work. The bride was the recipient of many beautiful and useful presents. Among them was a handsome clock, presented by the members of the Ben - miller congregation, with the follow- address:— To MISS SERENA FISHEn.--We, the members of the cbngregation of the Benmiller Metho- dist Church,take this opportunity to give ex- pression to ou of our appreciation of your long continued and very faithful services in connection with the choir of the church We beg of you to accept this clock as a small token of that appreciation and the esteem in which you are held by us. We trust that your future may be ono of great happiness and con- tinued usefulness in the Master's service" The newly married pair left on Wed- nesday for their borne in Collingwood, where Mr Walters has established a thriving business in the grocery line. The best wishes of all go with them across the threshold of their home. Varna ACCIDENT.—A few days ago Mr Al- bert Robertson was hauling out man- ure when the horses took fright and ran away, throwing Ab out of the waggon on his head and shoulders; the waggon with the load on ran over his leg, breaking itbetween the knee and ankle. He will be laid up for some cline, NeOTEs.—Mr-s T. Johnston, who had her legbroken ens ve ' eeksa oisv g very low; ;he suffers greatly and but slight hopes are entertained for her recover, Mr J. T. Cairns was agreeably sur- prised on Tuesday last to receive a visit frorn his mother'and nephew, of Camlachie; they intend to spend a short time visiting here. ANNIVERSARY SERVICES,—The an- niversary services of the Bayfield road Presbyterian church were held on Sun- day last. Rev AA, Grant, of Sc. Marys, ,fir' ruched morning •and large and appreciative congregations. The tea meeting on Tuesday evening was a grand success. Appropriate ad- dresses were delivered by the follow- ing reverend gentlemen: Messrs. Bur- ton, Varna; Matheson, Brucefieid;Hen- derson, Hensel); Shaw, Egmondville; Grant, St. Marys, and Richardson, Varna. The pastor, Rev J. A. McDon- ald, occupied the chair very efficiently. The musical pat t of the program was excellent. Madame Wall, of Clinton, swig several very • fine solos which were well received, the church choir rendered some very fine selections,and Miss Williams, elocutionist, of Zurich, fairly brought down the house. Pro- ceeds of the services and tea meeting amounted to 580. Constance NOTES.—Rev. Jos. Edge, Goderich, preached a very able sermon in the Methodist church here on Sunday after- noon. The Literary meeting in con- nection with the Epworth League will be held Tuesday, May 3Ist, at 8 p. m., when the Clinton Rattenbury street League will be present and provide an interesting program. The Executive of the Methodist Sunday School have arranged to have anniversary services and a picnic in June, ot which full par- ticulars will be given later. A few from this neighborhood attended the Corner Stone Laying of the new Methodist. church at Londesboro on Monday after- noon. The 24th passed over very quiet- ly in the village. Miss Mary Schoales spent the 24th at her home here. Mr Anthony Lawson is sick at present. Brucefield NOTES.—The Queen's birthday pass- ed off very quietly in our village, some of our young folks taking in the cele- bration in Clinton and othersoing elsewhere for amusements; judging from the ensiling faces all enjoyed themselves. The teachers, Mr Baird and Miss Bell, of S.S. No. 10, Stanley, attended the Teacher's Convention held in Goderich on Friday and Saturday last, Miss Maud Chrysler and Etta Davis, of Hensall, spent Sabbath the guests of Miss R. Higgins. A collec- tion is to be taken in the Presbyterian church here next Sabbath for the pur- pose of getting the new Presbyterian ijook of. Praise for the Sabbath School. Miss E. Simpson left here last Satur- day to visit friends up north. The death is announced of Edward Bell- amy, anther of "Looking Backward," one of the best advertised and most widely read books of the age. He was only 49 years old. Holmesville CHORAL SOCIETY.—The Choral So- ciety met on Satu£day evenine at the home of the home 'ot the President, Mr F. C. Elford. The reports of the Secretary and Treasurer shows the af- fairs to be in a satisfactory condition after winding up the quarter's work. The following officers were elected for the ensuing. term:—Pres., Mr (a. L. Fisher; Vice Pres., Miss Vine Tebbutt; Sec., Miss Edythe Tebbutt; Treks., Mr G. W. Acheson; Committee, Misses Bessie Pickard and Sarah Courtice, Messrs P. Gravell, J. Schwanz and P. A. Campbell. The Society left the date of the first meeting in the hands of the executive, which will not likely be till after the busy season is over. FOOTBALL.—On the 24th the Beavers went to Nile to play a friendly match with the team there. After an hour's good playing the score stood 2 to 0 in favor of the Beavers. Mr T. R. Cour- tice refereed the match to the satis- faction of all. The boys bring home glowing accounts of the treatment ac- corded them by the Nile team before, during and after the match, and also the hospitality shown thein by the Nile people generally. After tea had been served to not only the team, but to all who accompanied them, they were escorted to the church, where the League gave a good program and lunch. Here they listened to address- es, solos, duets, quartettes, choruses end essays, brimming over with pa- triotism, interspersed with music by the Benmiller orchestra. Taking alto - e -ether they report a most excellent time. NOTES.—Messrs W. Treleaven and T. R. Courtice, of Nile, silent Saturday and Sunday at the latter's home. Mr Walden S. Fisher, of Benmiller, was visiting his brother, O. L., a couple of drys last week. Mr John Crooks, of London, was home for the 24th. and went to Nile with the boys; be looks well. We are pleased to see that Ag- gie Forden is once more able to be out after her severe illness. Mr C. L. Fisher attended his sister's wedding last Thursday evening; he was also at the Teacher's Conoention at Goderich last week. Mr A. Enticnap, of Toron- to, spent the 24th at T. C. Pickard's. Mr Morgan, of Ontario Agricultural College, is the guest of F. O. Elford. Rev. G W. Andrews and family were in Londesboro on Monday at the laying of the corner stone of the new Metho• dist church. On Sunday evening Rev. G. W. Andrews preached an excellent eermon to Leaguers from 1 John 2: 13- 14; second clause of each verse. Miss E. Holdsworth spent Sunday in Sea - forth. The men on the line here have been employed at some special work at Goderich the Last few days. CONCERT.—On Fridaselevening, •the 20!11 inst., the Holinesville Cllorel So- ciety rendered the best program they have yet ;even, and one of which they may well be justly pr.. ud. All that tune or pains could do was cheerfully given, and we are sure the society feel amply rewarded for the hours of.per- eistent practice that must have been required to render without a break so longa m pro gra . Every member memb de- serves commendation, but the male quartette by Messrs L. and P. Gravell, Pickard and Schwanz deserves special mention. The hilt chords numkjered nearly seventy voices, and during the rendering of the program the society showed themselves capable of singing with syllables or dealing with choruses, • patriotic pieces or difficult anthems. I'he humming choruses introduced veral times during the evening, pro - •a very pleasing effect. A special feature of the evening were the Del- sarte movements by Miss Goodwin, of Clinton; Miss Gill was to have assisted, and considerable disappointment was felt at her inability to attend. Miss Goodwin was in Grecian costume, and the graceful manner in which she went through the different movements, changes and attitudes, and manner in which she depicted the different moods and passions was highly ,appreciated by the andience. Mr Fred C, Elford, President of the Society, occupied the chair. Hensall] ACCIDENT. —Apeculiar accident hap- pened at the electric light station on Saturday night, when the dynamo broke from its fastenings and -capered around the floor. Striking the wood partition the machine fairly rained the boards and splinters about the roots, frightening Horton, who was in charge, out of a year's growth. It took about twelve hours work of machinists and the regular staff to get the plant in shape for Sunday night.—Observer. NbTEs.—King Stanton, T. Murdock's celebrated pace,-, took first money at the Exeter races on the 24th. The tea meeting held in thelli Methodist church on Tuesday night was very much of a success. Anniversary sermons were preached in the Methodist church here last Sunday by Rev. J. W. Holmes, of Mitchell. On Friday morning as the train from the south was coining into fhestation yard here, the noise of the air break no frightened Mi Hoeton's tears that they broke their tie and ran down the street, colliding with a horse owned by R. Haskett, and killing it. Additional Local News. SEARED, NOT Hums—Yesterday an inno- cent looking parcel Dame to the Clinton P. O. The person who called for it detected a buzzing sound coming from it. In a mo- ment the thought of an infernal machine Dame across bis mind. The assistant post- master took stook of the sound, which seemed as though it came from a tightly wound spring uncoiling itself with great rapidity, and he was quite willing to be re- lieved of it. The caller for it felt similarly. Another, a caller for a registered letter, hurried out, saying he would come again. The post office was vacant instanter. In less than half an bour the sound subsided, when the box was found to contain, not any deadly missile, but a number of indus- trious honey bees. DEATH OF ANOTHER PiONEER. — Early on Saturday morning another of the pioneers of this county passed 1 1 A CHANCE YOU DON'T GET 'EVERY DAY Is what we are now offering yon. If you want a good pair of Spec- tacles cheap come to us before let of June. We want to reduce our stock o>y Gold and Gold Filled Frames. To do so we make it worth your while to buy NOW. If you have glasses that are alright and you simply want a better frame we will sell you the frame only, or we will sell you the frame fitted with the lenses that best suit your eyes as cheap or. cheaper than you oar ordinarily get the frames alone for. A $7.00 pair will cost you but $5.00; a $6 00 pact but 54.50; a $5.00 pair but $4.00, or a e4 00 pair but $3.00. This offer is for eriSH only, and good only until JUNE.Ist, and remember you ran no risks, for we refund manes if you are not satisfied ALLEN & WILSON Graduate Druggists & Opticians, Clinton. E 1 f$41/Wileiw11/1, Soill01111111,1111111/41111. away, in the person of Mr Joseph Townsend, of Queen St., who had nearly reached his 78th year, but whose death was hastened by cancer of the stomach. Up to a comparative- ly short time ago he enjoyed fairly good health, but recently hie ailment manifested itself in severe form, and for several weeks before his death he suffered most acutely, being unable to lie down at any time. He was a resi- dent of the county since the year 1834 when he and other members of the family, having come from Notting- hamshire, settled in the "Turner" neighborhood, Tuckersmith, where he remained until a couple of years ago when he came to town to reside, a nephew pow living on his farm. He was one bsf those who took up arms. during the rebellion, spending his win- ter in camp near Saeuia. - A man of generous disposition, he was good to those who had not prospered as he did, and his bounty was proverbial., In early life he joined the Methodist church, and remained closely associat- ed with it the remainder of his life, be- ing a man who believed mote in the practice than the simple procession of religion, and was not as demonstrative in this respect as some are. On the death of his first wife, he married a Miss Stanbury, who survives him, as also four daughters, Fanny, at home; Mrs Albert Turner and Mrs Robt. Gib - binge, Tuckersmith, and Mrs Living- stone, Hullett. All bis family were able to visit him before his death, ex- cept the latter, she being illherself in Iowa, where she recently went for her health. In politics Mr Townsend was an advanced Liberal. The funeral to Turner's cemetery was largely attend- ed, among those present from a dis- tance being Geo. T. Hiscox, of London, and Abner Cousins, of Wingham. - SERIOUS ASSAULT CASE.—On Satur- day, during the noon hour, when the streets were clear of citizens, a most wanton assault wag p0rt1Mttled on John Bakes, a wsll-known and highly res,.. pecied farmer of Goderich ]township, by his brother-in-law, George F.Oakes, The latter had first gone to Twitchell's harness store and picked out a whip, saying he wanted to use it'for a certain purpose; he then crossed the street and loitered to ed inh . t e vicinity of Dr.- Blackall's office until he saw•Baker en- ter for some medicine which he had forgotten. Stopping Baker as he was about to come out, Oakes is said to have struck him saveral times across the face. Baker claims t0 bave made no reistance, and when some onecatrlrb to his relief, his face was a mass of welts and bruises. Baker Was carried into Lawyer Scott's office, and a couple of doctors summoned, who dressed his wounds,- which for a time were regard- ed'as so serious that when his brother Henry came to remove him home on• Saturday evening, the doctor would not allow him to be taken, and he re- mained at the home of R. S. Blake, where he had been carried, until Sun- day evening, when he was driven home, though still suffering very acutely from his injuries. The affair caused intense indignation and excitement, the more so from the fact that Baker is ac uiet man of over 60 years, while Oakes is a strapping young man, much more than a match physically for his broth- er-in-law. The affair grew out of a. previous quarrel a week ago between Isaac Jones, (son-in-law of Baker,) and Harry Oakes, (brother of George Oakes). In view of what had previously taken place. the conduct of George Oakes is strongly condemned, as the act was clearly premeditated; the affair is like- ly to get into the Courts before it is finally settled. In fact Jones was placed under arrest on Saturday night, at the instance of Harry Oakes' friends, but was released on bail, and Oakes is un- der bail to appear before the Mayor at; four o'clock to -day. The whole affair is most lamentable and deplorable; and really dates back for a year. The par- ties are all related, have hither to stood well in the community, indeed they are regarded as law-abiding and high- ly -respectable citizens, and the deepest regret is expressed by all classes that the trouble has been allowed to assume its present proportions. Mea1ins' Royal, Semi -Porcelain Diner , fare Just received an import crate of above, which we are offering at exceptionally low prices 164 pi s t onlDinny et Comprising 6 dozen plates -1 doz Dinner, 1 doz Breakfast, 1 nes. Tea, 1 doz Soup, 1 dos. Dessert, and 1 doz Tea Cups and Saucers, 1 dos Coffee Cups and Saucers, 1 dos Fruit Saucers, 1 doz Butters 1 dors Bone Dishes, 2 eovero3 Vegetable Dishes 1 open Vegetable Dish 1 Baker, 8 Plat - tors, 1 Gravy, 1 Bowl, 1 largo Jug, 1 But- ter dish, 1 Pickles, 1 Sauce Tureen ad Ladlo,1 Cream Jug, We have smaller Sets of same goods -10s pieces for less money The newest thing on the mat°ket is prepared Macaroni and Cheese. We have it. OGLE COOPER it COfro THE CASH GROCERY. Cash paid for Butter and Eggs. Phone dg eataas.