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The Clinton New Era, 1898-10-21, Page 1The Clinton NEW ERA and Weekly Globe match Care .tee --- 1 If you possess a good watch, and it is running well, don't wait for it to stop before bringing it in. A good watoh should be CLEANED and OILED . . at leset ouoe a year. It lengtbeue the lite of a watch and enables it to keep accurate time. My Facilities for cleaning and repairing watches is not exoelled. I am an expert, oan fix all kinds of watches reason• ably — eatiefaotorily. I want to please yoa. Bring your watch in any time. We are leadere in our line. P. B. Crews Jeweler & Expert Watch Repairer .�r Turnberry BLOOD POISONING.— Mr Bryce,of con. 12, bad a dreadful looking arm last week. On Monday nothing was notic- ed wrong excepting a very small pim- ple. He went that day to a threshing, and the next morning bis arm was swollen and painful. Medical attend. ance was secured but the swelling con- tinued to grow worse. On Friday it looked serious indeed, and he stayed with his daughter in Winghaw,so as to be near a physician. On Saturday there was an improvement, and he is now recovering. Leeburn. 'SOCIAL.—The Beehive Social held in the Temperance Hall on the evening •of the 10th inst., under the supervision of the W. F. M. S., was very well at- tended, and all seemed to enjoy tleem- -selves. After refreshments of honey, bread and cake, a short program was .given, consisting of singing by the choir, recitations by Miss N. Clark and Lizzie Horton, aduet by Misses Bella and Ruth Shaw, and a reading by S.B. Williams. NOTES.—Miss Lizzie Gliddon has re- turner]~home from Kippen. Miss Ellen ?Horton, Horace and Hillary Horton •were at Dungannon Fair last week.— Mr Herb. Taylor is learning the drug business with Jas. Wilson, Goderich. Last Sunday evening John Lawson, who was a delegate to the C. E. Con- vention in Hamilton last week, gave art of his report of the Convention.— The W, R. M. S. held a thank offering meeting on Wednesday afternoon. Wingham. Wanted.—Choice butter, 17c, dried apples poultry. G. E. Knvo, Wingham. ES,—Wei. Robertson, •town tax et'tot, hag .egun his,roun s. The m6, ..0,. ; rills, Debenture rate 6 m. s, 2es ate 6 mills,total 201-2 mills;be• ed, a this there is the localimprovement rate. DIED.—This week we have torecord the death of another townsman, Mr J. McLaughlin, for merly in business here with Mr Haugh. Deceased has been in poor health for over a year, gradually growing weaker until Sabbath last when his spirit took its flight. The funeral took place on Tuesday to Brus- sels,•members of the Canadian Order of Foresters and Sons of Scotland fol- lowing the remains of their deceased brother to their last resting place. COMMITTED. — From the Toronto dailies of Friday, we notice that a man named J. W. Leet was arraigned before Judge McDougall on a charge of lun- acy, and was committed. We are in- formed that he was at one time a resid- ent of Wingham,in charge of a law of- fice, in fact, he was one of the promin- ent residents for a time. The brief r•e- y�ord_now given of him as he disappears from iteec•ircle of business life is "no home" — " rosumitted." Sad indeed is the case of those whose reason becomes dethroned, and life becomes to them practically a blank, Alma. NOTES.—Mias Mary Roberton, of Brussels, spent a couple of days at her home here. Mr A. Scott is busy shin- gling his house this week. Mr Henry Atkison, of Montreal, and Mrs Ches- ney and son, of Seaforth, were guests of Mr and Mrs John Jamieson on Sun- day last. Quite a number from this vicinity went to Clinton on Sunday evening to hear Messrs Crossley and Hunter. Mr Henry Little secured the first prize given by Mr J. S. Roberts, of Seaforth, for the Largest pumpkin growd from the seed obtained at his store; the pumpkins were weighed and the prizes given according to weight, Mr Little's pumpkin weighing 85e you nds. Old Age Is Honorable But it is not a very desirable thing to have in a grocery stook, and therefore we make it a point to keep our stook new and up-to-date. A visit to our store will convince yon that we carry no shelf worn goods. Thie week we showing some very :pretty things . hind and Fan. Fancy G1asWare consisting of aided bowls, cups and sanoera, jerdineers, bread and butter plates, fruit dishes, bouquet holdere, etc. Take a look at our windows end you will be convinced that they are up. to -date geode. !Remember we are sole agents for Miracle Weakling Compound. A S 'AP—Good Glass Tumblers, Oe per doz. OGLE COOPER do CO. tiltE 0.4fytt eRo tlr. 'Pala tdx alto* and zees, Phone 2/1 will be sent to new subscribers to Jan. 1, 1900 for INTON $1.50 cash. ROBERT HOLMES, Editor and Proprietor. CLINTON, ONT., OCTOBER 21, 1898 The NEW ERA alone for $1.00 $1 a year in advance $1.50 when not so paid AROUND THE HTTB. What wide-awake and reliable oorrreipondente find worthyot recording for publication, West Wawanosh. OBITUARY.—There died at her home in Goderich Margaret Taylor, beloved wite of John Bailie, aged 66 years. The deceased was born in Ireland, and came to America with her parents at the tender age of six months. The family spent ten years in Amherst Is- land, and then moved to West Wawa - nosh. One year after she lost her mother, and being the oldest girl, was left to take charge of those younger than herself. She was married in 1850 to John Bailie, and enjoyed 48 years of married life. There were born to them 13 children -7 daughters and six sons; one daughter died in iufancy, and all the rest were spared to manhood and womanhood; one daue'hter died 11 years ago, Mrs R. Mainprize, of Wing - ham; her surviving daughters are Mrs R. Munroe, Buffalo; Mrs John Parrott, Blyth; Mrs Jas. Clark, Los Angelos; Mrs A. Kirk, Nile, and Miss Minerva. who is at home, having come from Cal- ifornia to attend her mother. Her sons are Wm. and James, of West Wawanosh, James living on the home- stead; four of her sons are in California, John and Charles both hold responsible positions, and Samuel and Norman are teachers. She was a resident of West Wawanosh for over 50 years. She was a member of the Methodist church, and was always setting a good ex- ample, and those in trouble always found in her a good friend. She was very kind in sickness, and many will mourn her demise. Her aged partner is left to mourn the, loss of a loving wife. She died as she had lived, trust- ing in God. For her to lige was Christ, to die was gain. You shall again behold Your dear mother in the skies. With lovelier face and finer mould, Where beauty never dies. With her you'll walk in white If washed in Jesus' b'ood, And drink from fountains of delight, At home in Heaven with God. Constance ANNIVERSARY SERVICES.—Anniver- sary services will be held in the Metho- dist church on Sunday,Oct. 23rd, when Rev. Mr Millyard, Clinton. will preach at 10.30 a.m., and Rev. Mr Armstrong, of Turner's appointment, at 7 p. m. At each service a free-will offering will be asked to raise the amount formerly made by Harvest Home dinners. Mon- day at 7.30 p. m. a musical and literary program will be furnished, with ad- dresses by Rev. Mr Rigsby, of Blyth, Rev. Mr Armstrong and others, at which a free-will offering will be taken at the door. Come and enjoy all the meetings. eon., Nile. ADDITIONS.—Mr Chas. Elliot has this week added tWo new men to his apple packing gang in the persons of Harvey Hale and J. Hetherington. Nearly all the fruit in this vicinity has been packed and shipped. Prices real- ized were fair and farmers rest easily. LEAGUE NOTES.—Mr Henry Homey took the subject "The Book of Joshua" on Tuesday evening last. The subject for next week will be "My Favorite Proverb and why." All the members are expected to come prepared to take part in the meeting. OBITUARY.—There died on Saturday night at her late residence, Mrs John Mc Whinney at the ripe age of 82 years. Deceased has been a sufferer for years with cancer of the face. The funeral on Tuesday was largely attendedithere being 77 rigs in the procession. She leaves three sons and one daughter, William, James, Richard and Mrs W. McKnight,all of whom live in Ashfield. Three sons, Andrew,Samuel and David, have been dead some years. Our sin- cere sympathy is extended to the be- reaved family in its affliction. NOTES. — The Methodist choir has been invited to furnish the music for a tea -meeting at Sheppardton on Thurs. day evening of next week. Miss Etta Mcllwain spent Saturday and Sunday with Holmesville friends. The word Louisville published in the "notes"par- agraph of Nile news last week should have been Lanesville; this was doubt- less due to our correspondent's habit of scribbling. Miss Florence Purdy, De- troit, is visiting her uncle, Mr D. McIl- wain,sr. Mrs T. W i Ison f .N oho o Br - onstn, is visiting her mother, Mrs O. W. Jones, who is ill. Mr Wm. Mc- Knight took suddenly sick on Wednes- day of last week; at last reports he was recovering. Misses Belle Smith, E r- mondville, and Aggie Bruce, Goderich, attended the funeral of Mrs John Mc- Whinney, do Tuesday. Brumfield NOTES.—The closing meeting of the cheese factory was held on Friday last, when all accounts were settled; owing to the cheapness of cheese the season was not a successful one; the cheese manufactured was of excellent quality. Mr John Johnston has re- turned from his trip to Manitoba; winter seems to have setin, as there was abundance of snow before he left; in many places the crops are spoilt. Mr Watson has erected an office on the saw mill ground, which will prove a great convenience. A great many apple barrels have been manufactured by Mr Ament, as there is a large apple crop the demand is large. Tuckersmith No WONDER HE LIKES IT.—W. Car- t er, son of Henry Darter, of this town- ship, has been a resident of Dakota for some three years, at present residing in Bismark. He has written home t hat he likes the west so well'that he would not think of returning to Cana- da, and this exuberance of spirit may be due to the foot that he has decided tomarry a pun American lady earl Y next year. SToci .—Henry Carter, recently sold a Tontine mare, pure blood, and colt, shred b_y. Goderich Chief, to W. Batten - bury,; Bxuee; le1d, at a good price, Goderich Township A FIRE.—About 4 o'clock Wednes- day afternoon of last week Mrs Stir- ling, 6th con., discovered that there was fire in her barn, and rushing to it found that the whole inside of the building was in flames, and nothing could be done to save it. The summer's crop was in the barn unthreshed; there was a small insurance. NOTES.—Mies Nellie Smith, who has been spending a couple of weeks at Mr A. Tebbutt's, Huron Road, returned to her home in London this week. Mr E. McConnell and niece, Mies Etta Willis, of Ashfield, are visiting at Mr 5 J. McOullagh'e. Geo. McCullagh re- turned to his home in London, after spending a fortnight visiting relatives here. Rey J. Greene, of Holmesville, occupied Zion pulpit, Sunday afternoon for Rev. Mr. Godwin. Social, —A pleasant time was spent in Zion church. on Thursday evening of last week, it being the wind-up of the tea meeting. The evening was ra- ther threatening, but did not prevent quite a crowd from gathering to take part in the evening's entertainment.— Cake and coffee were served from 7.30 to 8.30, and then au excellent program was given, a special feature being the recitations by the little Misses Myrtle and Vesta Howell, of Goderich. If we were permitted to particularize, we would say the recitations of Miss Vesta fairly captivated the audience, and won for herself an appreciation tor her tal- ent which will leave a deep impression upon the memories of those who had the pleasure of hearing so young and clever an elocutionist. Stanley. SCHOOL INSPECTION.—InspectorTom, of Goderich, visited Mr Lawrence's school on Monday forenoon,and Mr G. Baird's on Monday afternoon, . and found things in general satisfactory. On Tuesday he visited the two depart- ments of S.S. No. 10, taught by Mr W. Baird and Miss Bell, and expressed himself as well pleased with the work done there. STOCK.—One of the leading stock raisers in the township—possibly one of the leading ones in the county in his particular line—is James McFai - lane, of Maple Grove Stock Farm. His specialities are Clyde Horses, Pol- led Augus cattle and Shropshire sheep, the latter receiving more at- tention than anything else, and he has made a great success of this line. Not oniy has he taken prizes at all the shows, but he has made very exten- sive sales, particularly to American buyers, being recognized as thorough- ly reliable and strictly honorable in all his transactions, and has constant communications asking for stock. Last week he sold to Thomas Fraser his prize ram lamb- a Shrop—which has won the red ticket at several of the fall shows. It might be remarked incidentally that Mr Fraser is also be- coming known as a choice stock raiser. Mr McFarlane bought a Polled Angus bull calf at the Agricultural College, Guelph, on Wednesday, pay- ing $80 fur it. A STANLEYITE WEDDED.— The fol- lowing, from the Cleveland Plain -Deal- er of a recent date, refers to a former resident of the Bayfield line, Stanley, and brother of Mrs John Pearson, who was present at the wedding:—"One of the most beautiful weddings celebrat- ed on the West Side in several years was that of Miss Mabel Georgia Mul- hern and Mr Alexander McEwan last evening. The bride is the eldest daught- er of Mr and Mrs Geo. Mulhern, of No. 315 Franklin avenue, and the groom is a young man who has recently taken tip his residence in this city. The hand- some home of the Mulherns was most artistically decorated for the event. The profusion of fine ferns, palms, smilax and asparagus,intermingled with choice cut flowers, converted the house into a perfect bower, The In ide wore a gown of cream brocade satin, and a tulle veil fastened with a star ofpearls,opals and diamonds, this being the gift of the groom. The ceremony was performed at 7 o'clock by Rev. .H. Jones,rector of St. John's Episcopal church, in the presence of 'relatives and a few near friends. The best man was Dr. P. C. McEwan, brother of the groom, from Detroit. The bridesmaids were Miss Grace W e nham of Cleveland and Miss Maude Brown, of Rochester, Cleveland, Maud Mulhern, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Mr and Mrs McEwen were the recipients of many costly and beautiful gifts. Summerhill THANKSGIVING.—A special Harvest Thanksgiving service will be held in St. Peter's church on Sunday after- noon next at 3 o'clock. Rev. Mr Ker- rin, of Mitchell, will officiate. An of- fertorysolo will be sung by Mise Foote of Toronto. A special thank offering will be asked for. HEARD FROM.—During the fall of 1897 Wm. Lowery, of con. 16, Goderich Township, was engaged in East Ox- ford, packing apples for D. Cantelon, and enclosed a note in one barrel, ask• ing whoever opened it to write to him, and let him know in what condition the apples were received. A few days since be received the following ack- nowledgement, under date of Aber- deen, Scotland, Sept. 9th:— DEAn bin.—At your request I send yon this note, which I have kept since lest year. Your apples were reel good; top dressed a wee bit. I have not seen hardly a sound barrel of apples this good, while the epot that gets on to them eats into a hole. I eo through •about 100 barrels a year. Paid 17s for barrel of apples. Yon will have to stand me a bed and breakfast for this. Yodrs most respeotfally, E. ROBERTSON. Harlock NOTES,—Robt. Watt is on the sick list at present, but we hope sore+ to see him out again. Mise Aby has returned to the parekotai`b�' spending the summer -11th h rcotlan�. ie Bast Wawanosh. TEACHER WANTED. — The trustees of S.S. No. 6—otherwise known as Westfield—are advertising for a teach- er for 1899 to take the place of A. S. McDowell, who has gone to Detroit to study medicine. COURT OF REVISION.—Court of Re- vision forthe Township was held at Belgrave last Friday; A. McKenzie, of Goderich, appeared for the Liberals, and Peter W. Scott looked after Con- servative interests; the former added four and struck off two: the latter add- ed three and struck off none. There were not many cases tried. NOTES.—Mr Peterson, Kincardine, is boring an artesian well for B. 11. Tay- lor at present, after which he will bore one for T. H. Taylor, sr. Robt. Coultes Tr. purchased the Pearen farm last hursday for $3,076, which is dirt cheap; he willprobably soon settle down on it, and thus be relieved of the necessity for taking daley walks. Chas. Lawrence is engaged with Peter W. Scott at present. W. Rath drove up to Dundalk last week to see his parents. WEDDING.—The Taylor homestead was the scene of a happy event on Wednesdayof last week, when Mies Jennie Taylor was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Wm. Hender- son, of Wingham. The officiating clergyman was Rev Mr Hall, pastor of Knox church, Belgrave. The bride was given away by her brother, Mr Geo. Taylor. She was handsomely at- tired in white and lace, with a veil, and a boquet of natural flowers in her hair. Miss Emma Henderson, sister of the groom, acted as bridesmaid, and she wore dotted muslin over green. The groom was attended by Mr Andrew Taylor, brother of the bride. The wedding march was played by Mr R. H. Stewart, of Hamilton. After the ceremony was performed, and a host of good wishes bestowed on the young couple, the guests, in number about 100, were invited to the dining room, where a recherche dinnerwas awaiting them. The pithy toasts were well re- ceived. The remainder of the evening was enjoyably spent in singing, games, dancing, etc., when all repaired to their own homes at a reasonable hour. The bride was the recipient of numer- ous handsome presents from many friends. The happy couple left on the morning train to visit friends In Toron- to, Woodstock and other points. Londesboro CORRECTION.—MR EDITOR.—In last R'eek's ERA, under the heading of "Bible Facts," you printed that the 19th chapter of Kings and the 87th of Isaiah were the same. This is an error, as there is only 67 chapters in Isaiah. It is the 19th of Kings and the 37th of Isaiah.—A READER. CHURCH NOTES. — Preparatory ser- vices were conducted in the Presby-• terian church here on Friday last by. Rev. Mr McLean, of Blyth. The regu- lar communion' service was held on Sabbath afternoon, when a goodly number partook of the sacrament; Mr Hamilton preached a very impressive sermon. Mr Jenkins, of Blyth, had charge of the Methodist services, both morning and evening last Sunday, Mr Andrews being absent on Missionary work. • NOTES.— We arepleased to note that Miss L, Hancock, who is at present visiting at Virden, Man., has been suc- cessful in obtaining several prizes for fancy work at Virden exhibition. A great many from here attended the Crossley and Hunter services in Clin- ton on Sunday. The regular half - yearly promotion and review exami- nations are being held in the schools this week, Oct. 20th and 21st. Miss Grace Shepherd, of Clinton, was the guest of Mrs Ouimette Monday even- ing and Tuesday. Miss Thompson now sings in the Methodist choir. Miss Sarah Hill .meted in Hensel' over Sunday. LEAGUE.—The League service on Monday evening was conducted by Mr A. Woodman. The topic, "The choice of Moses," having been prepated by Miss Susie Lyon, and, in her absence, was introduced by Mr Will Lyon. A brief outline of the life of Moses was given by Mr Fair, but, otherwise, there appeared a most lamentable lack of preparation on the part of the Ac- tive members. Next week the meet- ing will be under the management of the Literary committee, when a very enjoyable time is expected, 'rhe plan followed will be that outlined in the Constitution. Good music will be pro- vided and all are welcome. WEDDING.—A quiet but appropriate wedding took place at the home of Mrs Howson, in the village, on Wednesday afternoon, in the presence of only the immediate relatives of the family. The bride was Miss Carrie Howson, a most popular and estimable young lady,who has been a zealous church wotker, member of the League and choir, and a general favorite, the groom, James McClay, being a well-known, steady, and industrious young man. Miss Mina Hunking was bridesmaid, and Geo. McClure, McKillop, groonisman, while Rev Mr Andrews performed the ceremony. After receiving the con- gratulations of their friends, they par- took of a wedding dinner, and in the evening drove to Blyth, where they took the train for Kincardine. We wish them long life and happiness. Blyth. MOVINGS. Elam Livingstone, who recently purchased the Tanner terrace, is moving his family into it this week. Mr Samuel Herrington moved into his new residence on `Monday. Mr John Nivens moved his family into one of Mrs Jas. Dodd's houses north of the - town, on Tuesday. Onmtou NOTES.—The half -yearly el- eetionpf officers of the Methodist Ep- worth League, was held on Tuesday evening, and the following were elect- ed for the ensuing six months:—Pres, , g S D Critten- den; M. Iiing;Ree. Sec., D. D. Cren- t den; Cor. Sees, John McGowan; Treas Miss J. Gibson; organist, Mise Ida Crit' anniversary of the. Meth- te den, The n y hur• + will be held on ,Nov, 20,• Goderich. POSTPONED.—The Collegiate Instit- ute sports, which were to have been held lest Fr'iday,were postponed on ac• count of the disagreeable weather, and should the day prove favorable they may be held to -day, (Friday.) CHURCH.— Victoria St. Methodists have decided to erect a parsonage on the lot next to the church The Mc- Gillivray Mission band held a concert in Knox church on Friday evening. — The trustee board has decided to im- prove the lighting of North St. Metho- dist church; acetelyne will probably be used. 4. T, Cooper, Clinton, is to ad- dress the North St. League next Tues- day evening. Miss Skelton represent- ed Knox church' Y. P. S. C. E. at the O. E. Convention at Hamilton last week. THE BREAKWATER. — As yet no act- ive work hat, been commenced on the breakwater, though a few men are gathering stone. Probably the fact that timber can be taken from the for- est in summer, only at a great cost,has something to do with the delay. Mr Madigan experienced great trouble in getting timber before winter and lost much money in this way. LITERARYSoOIETY—The first meeting of the Literary society was held in the assembly room of theCollegiate,on Fri- day evening, when the following pro- gram was presented: — Instrumental duet, Miss Jean Gibson and Geoffrey Halt; president's address, Miss Gibson; Collegiate Institute Journal, Miss G. Strang; Model School Journal, W. Rog- ers; instrumental, Mr Stewart; ques- tion drawer, H. I. Strang; recitation, Miss M. Wilson; solo, Miss McVittie. Ma. TARE AT Goosnrcn.—The Hon J. Israel Tarte, Minister of Public Works, arrived here on Tuesday by special oar and inspected the harbor works. He expressed himself as pleased with the progress made en dredging and the completion of the new elevator. After looking over the chart of the work already done in dredging, he in- structed the engineer in oharge to oontinue until the desired depth is obtained, so that the largest vessels oan safely enter and dis- charge at the elevator. It is evidently the intention of the Government to further the interests of Canadian ports, and thus build np the carrying trade in Manitoba grain. Mr Tarte left Tuesday afternoon for Mon- treal. BUSINESS CHANGES.—Though rather late in some cases, we wish to notice the following business changes: J. A. Halpany has started a gents' furnish- ing store in McLean's block; F.Barlow Holmes has bought D. C. Strachan's coal and wood business; G. H. Green, who was burned out in Manitoba. has opened a store an Hamilton St, where new and second -handed goods are bought, sold and exchanged;Jobn Gra- ham has purchased Norris Cox's meat stand on Hamilton St.; D. H. Ross is the new proprietor of the stearn laun- dry; James Hays, of Seaforth, has pur- chased Jonath;n Miller's livery stables; Filsinger & Robinson opened a stove and tin shop in Jas. Robinson's old store; J. H. Peddar, from Drumbo, is the new proprietor of the store for mer- ly owned by the late Jas. A. Reid. BRIEFS.—Last week work was com- menced on the granolithic sidewalk, which will extend in front of McLean's new block and the old Crabb block— two blocks of the Square;may the good work continue until all our main streets are up-to-date. The organ factory was shut down from Saturday till Thurs- day;for" the past month the hands have been working 13 hours per day, and were it not that the boiler required cleaning and the machinery"overhaul- ing'the employees would have had no holidays this year. Tr•ornanhauser Bros,, contractors for the Goderich el- evator, had a bid in .for the construc- tion of a 2,000,000 bushel elevator for the Intercolonial railway at the Hali- fax terminus, but a local man secured the job. During the past month sec- tion men have been busy replacing the old rails on the Grand Trunk line and also on the siding. Walter Shan- non, who left here for the Klondike, is very ill at Skagway. Miss Tury Brown has returned from a visit to friends at Fort William. R. W. McKenzie was in London on Monday. Alex. Mclvor, our fast bicycle rider, has been trans- ferred to the professional list. Guy Bros. will be here on the 27th inst.— T. Graham, am of New York who recent- lyfrom South America, returned is visiting his father and other relatives. MARINE. — The bicycle factory has repa;re&some of the machinery belong- ing to the dredge now lying in Bayfield harbor. The dredge, AT noldi, is work- ing from early morning till close of day cutting a channel from deep water to the new elevator; fortunately she is having fine weather for her work, and is getting on splendidly. During this week many American boats hugged this shore on their way to and from the Soo, and on Monday several large vessels were to be seen about two miles from the shore, having come over to this shore for shelter from the heavy gale then blowing; among them was one of Ruchel'elller's steamers,with tow boats capable of carrying 5000 or 6000 tons each. On Monday afternoon the steamer Oceania, bound from Buf- falo to Lake Superior, lay off this port and whistled for a tug; the Evelyn went out and found she wanted to come into Goderich for shelter; owing to the fact that she drew 16i feet,while there was only about 15 feet of water between the piers, this wart Impossible; she lay off here until midnight when the storm abated and she proceeded on her way. The tug Evelyn has commenced fishing. after laying up nearly all sum- mer. THE ELEVATOR.—Only a little car- pentering work remains to be done be- fore the elevator will be ready to re- ceive grain, though by no means com- pleted. The iron sheeting will take fully two or three weeks more, while many other details are incomplete. The machinery then in position was tested last a week; From the engine t we g house to the main buildingrune ashaft, from the^lar a drivin hee1 all the power is transmitted by rapes --- not a tl., , des'a'ri tori ing< need ofa e . belt NOW that thp huliding s ao'ue&rl 'COMA pleted, a brief sketch may not come amiss. In the tiret place the dock was straightened by a cribnork extendi along the water front, through crib and in the clay bank 500 pileet driven. On top of these was laid d,°con- crete bed, 12 inches or more in `thick- ness, on which were built 72 concrete piere,each capped with a Klock of stone weighing several tone. On this found- ation was erected timber work to allow cars to pass under the bins, which are some 80 feet deep. In the storey above are the spouts leading to the different bins; in the one next are six pair of scales, each of which weighs 72,000 lbs, or more than a carload at one time; above the bins are hoppers, and in the top storey are the spouts running from the heads of the elevators to the hop- pers, One track will pass through the building and the other just outside,and six cars may be loaded at the same time. In the hold of the vessels large scoops or shovels worked by steam will bring the grain to the foot of the mar- Ine leg, which wilt elevate 10,000 bus. per hour. Though not in a position to definitely state, we understand three steam barges will bring 150,000 bushels of wheat from Fort William next week. A LIFE INSURANCE CASE.—Elizabeth Cox, of Goderich, has a $1,000 claim against the Massachusetts Benefit So- ciety, now in litigation. Her son, George Cox. who died before the com- pany failed, had a policy to that amount. The company resists pay- ment on the ground that the applica- tion misstated his awe. WEDDING BELLS.—A very pleasant event took place at the residence of James Colwell, Hicks St., Goderich, at 8 p.m., Oct, 19th, in which his daugh- ter, May, and George Haley, an enter- prising young merchant of town, were united in the bonds of matrimony by Rev. J. J. Wilson. The groom was assisted by M. J. Whitely, of Goderich, and the bride by Miss Tena Lawrance, of Lucknow. The bride was attired in white organdie over white silk, wit h orange blossoms in her hair and car- ried a shower boquet of white roses; the bridesmaid was attired in pink chiffon over pink silk, and carried a boquet of pink roses. The ceremony was witnessed by many of their rela- tives, and the presents to the bride were both numerous and costly. The groom's present to the bride was a gold bracelet, and to the bridesmaid an opal ring. Among the presents were by Mr and Mrs Lawrence, parlor lamp and silver butter dish; Mr and Mre A. Cantelon, lemonade. set; Mr and Mrs W. Elford, table and 5 o'clock tea Set; Mrs Curry, flower and flower stand; Mr and Miss Lindsay, chenille table cover; Mrs Haley, centre table; Miss M. Write, china biscuit jar; Miss Mary Haley, extension table; Miss L. Haley, set lace curtains; Mrs and Mar- garet Wilson, lamp; D. McKenzie, china fruit dish; Daniel Eidt, toilet set; I. Kilpatrick, album; Miss Ster- ling, table linen; Wm. and Rebecca Elliott, lemonade set; F. J. Lindsay, silver cake knife; John Haley, carving set; M. J. Whitley, gold sugar spoon; the bride's mother, set of furs; H. Haley, dozen silver knives and forks; Miss Skimmings, sheet music; Miss A. Dickson, Brandon, Man., silk drape; Mrs Fraser, silver cruet stand; Miss Maggie Haley, parlor rocker; Mrs W. Smith, rocker; Wm. Acheson, parlor rug; Miss Clark, two beautifulictures; Mrs E. Acheson, damask table cover; Mr and Mrs Hoggarth, 5 o'clock tea set; Miss Tena Lawrance, dozen} silver knives and forks; Mrs Lindsay, rocker; Mrs R, Duff, fancy work ,eland; Mias Maggie Clark, table linen; Miss J.Ster- ling, china glass butter dish; Mrs H. Martin, parlor lamp; Rubie and Artie McLean, spice cruet. Their many friends wish them much happiness and prosperity in the new life upon which they have entered. ItaMOVAL On OCTOBER 21th, We will move our stock from our present premises to the store lately vacated ay Jackson & Jackson, shoehnen. • In our new stand we will, as before, sell only purest drugs and best goods, and satisfy you or refund your money. Holmesville TELEPHONE SYSTEM.—Now that the telegraph wires have been removed from the posts on the north side of Heron road, why not endeavor to se- cure the posts for telephone purposes and have the village connected with Clinton ? Let some one move in the matter. What is everybody's business is nobody's business. NOTES.—E. W. Andrews is visiting hissister,MrsJervis.U. R.Court- ice, J.TC ice, of Nle „attended the anniversary services onSunday last. Miss E. McII- wain, of Nile;spent Saturday and Sun- day with Miss McCartney. Miss Alice Stanley is home again after an extend- ed visit in Goderich. The apple pack- ing season is almost finished in this locality. Quite a nutnber attended the tea at Bethel on Monday evening. The League are painting the basement of the church here. Rev. I. Green sup. plied for Rev. W. Godwin on Sunday last, FOWL SUPPER.—When ? October 24. The members of Holmesville council No. 508 R. T. of T. (that was) have de- cided to have a fowl supper in Wilson's hall, on Monday evenin, Oct. 24th. Great preparations are being made by the committee in charge and they are trying to secure a number of ducks and chickens for the occasion. The supper is only for those who were once mem- bers of the order. Anyone, who was ever a member of the council will be made welcome, but only those who were in good standing at the disband- ing of the council will be admitted free. The committee wish that all who intend coming would secure their tick- ets from them in advance so as to en- able them to secure sufficient fowl; sup- per at 8 o'clock sharp.—COM. A CANADIAN'S LUCK,—The following paragraph, from an exchange, relates to a son of Mrs Holmes, of this village, and his friends bere will be pleased to hear of hie popularity. It might be added that for the winter they are quartered at Fort Wayne, Mich.: "Dr. Thomas G. Holmes,of 872 Wabash ave„ has received an a Detroit, ppointment as senior surgeon of the Seventh enth Unit - v ed Statesn antry stationed at Montauk Point, now Long Island, The doctor bas had charge of one of the hos' Pitaltl there until 8 week ago when he. £..z 2•10,01- 3� C NEY JACKSON, Graduate Druggist. Suocessorto Allen & Wilson. as7rAtiV71r r received his rk tee position. Dr. Holmes was born at I1 lfl eville, Goderich township, forty -spit years ago. He studied medicitie'itt ew York cityand ; Toronto. Several years ago he went to Detroit from Brussels, and he gave np a substantial practice to enter the army." ANNIVERSARY.—The'services in Can- nection with the anniversary of the Holmesville Methodist church lest Sung day were in every way a decided eqc- cees. Although the whole of the prey. ious week had been very wet and disc agreeable, Sunday was all that could:; be desired. The sun rose smilingly bnt,', such a day as the people had beeh ask- ing for. The trustees had been fortune ate in securing a former pastor, Rev.J. Philp, B. D., of Petrolia, to take the morning and evening services and Rev.. W. Godwin for the aftercoon, Me Philp was stationed in Holmesville. when the present church was erected and dedicated. The dedication cere- monies took place just nineteen years, ago the Sunday previous to the _anni- versary. His sermons were impressive and were indeed a blessing to all who had the privilege of hearing him. In the afternoon Mr Godwin delivered a good practical talk to the • children of the Sunday Scho 1. Rev. J. Wilson was to have taken the afternoon ser- vice, but was prevented from doing so by sickness. An able substitute was provided, however, in the person of Mr Godwin. At each service afree-will of- fering was taken up, the total offering during the day being$77, and may yet be more; all things considered this is --- very gratifying. Bayfield NOTES.—Miss Ada Rouatt, who has' been visiting friends in Shipka, hes re- turned home. Miss Winnie Moore - house and Miss Mabel Whiddon left on Wednesday for Stratford to attend the convention of the King's Daugh- ters, which is being held there this week. Mr Arthur. Glanville and .iaiss Beatrice Glanville, of Shipka, were the guests of Mr Rouatt for a few days this week. Miss Nellie Biggart, • who has been visiting her sister in Toronto for the past. three months, has returned home. The dredge left on Monday. On Sunday there will be a Harvest Thanksgiving service in the • English church, when Rural Dean Hodgens, of Seaforth, will officiate. Miss Nellie Martin left for Toronto on Monday, where she intends to stay for some time. ELECTRIC LIGHT. — Mr Contine, Of St. Joseph, and a company of his sup- porters were in town on Tuesday con- sidering the possibilities of our town. ilfr Jas. Donaldson, jr., has sold the -' electric light plant to the St. Joseph Lumber Co. A special meeting of the council was called Tpesday night for the purpose of granting an audience to Mr Denemy, representative of the St. Joseph Lumber Co. He stated that the plant did not pay on account of the small number of lights, and that - unless he could increase the number of lights to insure its success they would have to shut down altogether. He t hen represented that thisdifflculty could be overcome by increasing the street lights to twenty and that they would canvass the private houses also. The more private lights taken the smaller number of street lamps they would require to have. Mr James Donaldson. jr., requested a transfer of - the agreement with him to the Wit. Joseph Lumber Co., but as the council had no definite knowledge of such a company, the request was refused. Council adjourned for further consid- eration, to meet at the call of the reeve. Fall M�exllinery Have you seen the newest Hats for fall ? If not, we will be pleased to show you 'the latest styles in HATS and - TItIMMINGS . . See the latest in Walking Hata and Sailors, also our TrimtS tid Hats at 82, $2.251 and 52.60 We have aleo a new assortment e� Linen Embroidery: Handkerchiefs Call and see them—the prettiest 1, found in the trade. If you have not $sola'" our Baby's Goods, see them before bri"yfitg' elsewhere. , We have the . newest in . B3ilby Bonnets, Bo tees,,Mitts,Berlin and zli !by1 Coats. R will be pleased to hate ydtt btllt„ and see th m, whether you buy otttet. Mini MoOooild Beager Block, �7linoit t .