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â- W Wf I j^ A,«w.. ; iu»- I HI < mini â-  - antL . "TRUTH BEFORE IFAVOE." â€" " PRlNCIPLEb NOT MEN." ==!^ VOL. urn, mm Flesh-erton, Ont., "t^liuraciay, Dec^rqbcr lO, 1903 W. fl. THDRSTON, ^g^SToh Up to Our Neck In Work WE are doing the best we We can for yon, Wl^ working night iTouAll said day. A V«(7 StiU nerry we cannot ChrUt- mas... get our orders out half fost enough. 1 W. A. Armstrong, FlMherton W j| JXwxLLXB Aso omens IP Thelattle of Inkerman THB lUCOLLSCTIONS or A SUBVIvrCiO BBITI8H TAS. [Written for The Advance] W« romfcined ashore until the latter tsni of February, when Captain Lusli- ta!(CuB received instructions to send us aboard, which orders, as you may imag- ine, were gladly received by us. Having arrived on board, we formed tine on the quarter dxck and were inspected by our good Captain Menzivs, who was glad to b«e ua all sate back again, and compli- meuted us on onr giiod conduct aahore, «wying thai) Captain Lughinf{ton had praised our conduct and characters as most exemplary, which he would not forget, neither did he forget ; for each otSH ^t a rate «p. Then he had a good word fur each of us. " What is your uame?" he asked ue. I told hint. " What countryman are you V "A Scotchman, sir." " Have you been sick while ashore J' "No, sir." "You duu't look like it. Shore duty seems to agree with you. You Scotchmen are touith fellows," and he walked away, •uiiliiig. What a change from wet, muddy ground to a dry, snug hammock ; from raw pork, raw beef, bread and cold water, to our coarse but comfortable tuvals aboard ; from those muddy excur- sions back and forth between camp and Baluklavaand thuae weary nights in the trenchea, to our regular watches on our own i!ood ship. Many a time I thought of ani pitied our poor soldiers who had y^it many a long and weary winter's night to spei'd in those trenches and in those war-tattered tents without fire, often wr.th raw, aud seldom with properly cooked food to eat, or warm clothing to w««r, and though I was not in love with my profesoion as a sailor, I tbaoked my stars that I was not a aoldier. I had hoped that we had made our last change and that we had done with shore duty, but no, more yet remained to be done. Slill i was glad to Knd that it was voder leas distressing circumstanoea. We were soon ordered to pioceed to Kertch at the rntraiice to the sea of Aznf, and take pOMCKsion of that place. Having got troop* aboard troopships we made t' und to Kertch, landed the troop and wera soon in possession of the placo and captured their uuns, which we brousht away with us, suiuu of which, if I am not mistaken, are at present in the Quern's Fiu-k, Toroiiio. On our return to Se- baMtupol the siitnal was hoiHted for all the tirst and scond Inunches of both the Eng- lish and French Ht-etii to get intheirguns and asupply of ammuni'i'jn and provis- iuHH for a uiuise nn I ho Rea of Azof Ail being rtfidy, we weie lakrn in tow by the Miranila, Capinin Lyons, and started on our cruiau. Our tirst scrne of action was Te<(anr<'g. wht re we sent in a flog of truce di'iuaniiinK"noiindilionHlHurrcnder, which was di hiiiiilv 'cfused Wo lli«n fornu'd lin> . woi t into t'le little buy and began bi nib<ir'lini.iit. Soon, however, a white flHg was 'I'i.stLd. We ceaned tiring, nnd tht< water bi.'ini( very shallow benched our hoatH Hii'l sprHuu ashore ^o take posses- sion, little dre^iniing of any treachery awaitinu ua. We had to cliinb a flight of Htone steps to reaoh the plnce where the fl4g was living, and noticing; that there was no one with it, one of the oflicers remarked, " Why don't they come half way Hi meet us?" "We will go and see," replied the other. Wo had not gone vtry far when we discovered that near the church lay a large number i^f men in ambush, who, on seeing as approaeh.rose and fired at ua. As fast as our logs could carry us we made back for the boats, which we backed out far enough for our gun*) to play nicely on that cnurch, and you moy be sure there was not irinch of a sermon preached in that church on the following Sunday. After the commander had concluded that we had inflicted suf- ficient punishment for their obstinacy and treachery, the recall was hoiated. We went across to where there were a number of haystacks, which we fired, and set off for the next scene of action, having re ceived no damage here. Next morning we went to Semperopol with our usual demand to surrender. The only proviso we met with here was that no private property should be wantonly destro/ed. This condition was agreed to, after which we went ashore and fired the grain sheds and everything we could find belonging to the guvnmment. Neat the grain sheds was a comfortable looking houBe,that<)hed with straw, and my oamateand I thought we would go to and see how things were looking. We' found that everything ex- cept a bed and a barrel organ bad been carried off. "Well," says Tom, "I'm going to nab this organ, anyway. It will afford uf some little amusement for our trouble." Tom found the (crank imder the bed, and slipping it on the organ began grinding away. "What's that you're giving as, Tom ?" I asked. "D â€" vour m<3 if I know 1 " says Tom. " Shove her up a notch and try what she|«ill do," said I. Tom gave the thing the desired twist with the same effect. " That must he EC'ussian lingo the old thing is blabber- iug out now," said 1. " Shiver my tim- bers if I know what it is, hut I'm eerlain it ain't Gaelic anyhow, or you would be dancing a Scotch reel." I left Tom grinding away at the origan while I took a tuni outside to see hew things were going on, and shortly after, happening to cast ray eye over the weather bow, I observed the house to be on fire. Hur- rying back to the house I shouted to Tom to get out as quick as he could. Tom, too busily engaged with his now-found toy, had not noticed the fire. *' To the window," I yelled, for by this time the flames and smoke had blocked egress by the door. Tom dropped the organ which he had determined to carry oft. I assisted him through the window, and not a mo- ment too soon, for we were no sooner clear than the burning roof fell in with a loud crash. From Semperopol we returned to Kertch, arriving there the following afternoon, and finding that our work there had been effectual. All being quiet we made artiund to Sebasiopul. We thiia)(ht our work hod been completed and that we should now rejoin our ships, but on arriving at Sobasttipol we received orders to proceed t<o Kinbum to admin- ister a dose of shot and shell and take possession. This we soon accomplished and returned to our ships at Sebostopol, where we remained until the last act in the bloody drama hud been performed, namely the fall of that formidable and Cas the Russians thought) impregnable furtreaa, Sebaatopul. In the meantime fresh troops were con tinually arriving to fill the decimated ranks of our skeleton army, and I am glad to say that with them came many com forts for our suffering soldiers, such aa blankets, sacks, fur caps, buckskin mitts, warm chithing, etc. These were served -jut to the troops. The commissariat and medical staff departments were vastly improved, and above all. Miss Florenci; Mightintiale, that angel of mercy whose iiBuie will ever be revered and her praises sung by Briliahaoldiers, withafreehatHl, assisted by her gallant band of heroine nurses, made a great reform and did a noble and christian duty among the sick and wounded in the hospital at Scutari. National indixnation had been aroused and public soniiinent freely expressed in England at the itross mi»inanH)i,oment which had hitherto existed, aiitiingotltof the u.te of too much red tape. Public subscripti' ns were started and philan thropists gave freely to add to the com- forts of tlie natiiiu'a suffering defenders, and our sailois and soldiers were hence- foith better provided for aiid many little lUAUricH were added to their usual allow- ance, whieh cheered their spirits and prepnrad thorn to meet the coming obati nute and closing sirugitle. To be concluded next week PrIccYllle A parlor aooial was held at the parson age, on the 17th, under the auspioes of theLidioa' Aid, (Methodist). Together with thegood things provided by the ladies, the fine selections of music, some excellent readiiias, and various parlor names, the evening teemed to step too rapidly away, and at a late hwur tlio coin- panv dispersed, after uniting in ainving Auld Lang Syne and God Save the Kii.g. Many who were there speak in glowing terms of the profitable and pleasant even- ing thus spent. Lodge 140, A. O. U. W., initiated 8 members on the 26th and have some more candidates ready for the next meeting on the 14th Dec., when Organizer All en,aitd District Deputy Burgess, of Owen Sound, are expected to be preaent,and we under- stand that the Workmen are trying to ar- range for a big jollification of some kind on that night.. This society claims to be the oldest tnd target t i^f the liind in North Ameridft, the UsgjMt in Ontario and ditto in Priceville. Mr. Peter MoArthur and 7 other bantsr , friend* were out for a few dayn in the hunting seaseiv in the wilds of Proton, and oapmired 7 deer. Mr. Alex. IMi^od'k new cboppef it doin^ good wen^ and hia tnde m this line u increasing rapidly. A couple. of Joads uf-viUagani dzove oafa tin the evening: of tita Itt Dacv to tiie parlor «}cial, held tiader tho aua{Meea of the Ladies' Aid|(Metliodi8k), at the rts- deuce of Mr. J> J. Lynest, on the Sth cou., Artemeaiat The cosy parlor and pleasant entertainmeat, causea every one present to forget that tiUae fiiaa, and at a late hour the gursta faund it neceasary to hurry home. The crand concert under the auspices of the public library board, that we hint- ed at in our last budceb, is now arranged to take place on. the 16th, in Watson's hall. Those who have peeped behind the curtains tell us that there are one or tws mirth producing plays that "would make even a Boer laugh." The music wilt be excellent. Professor Konold and others will handle the piano. Vocal music, choruses, quartettes, Gaelic songs and soloa by vV. Ktimage, W. Keating and others. A new fancy military drill, club swinging, shadow pantomimes, and two one act farces, entitled, "'Completely Cured," "The Duel, or the Actor's Re- venue." The maimg^iuent are strain- ing every nerve to make this the success of the season. Every one should come and help the library tMtd at the same tiifaa enjoy a rare treat. ricFARLAND, STAFFORD & Ca HARKDALE, ONt'. . . . GREY COUNTY'S BIGGEST AND CHEAPEST STORE . . C w?- ^The Chr "-p .tff- O:'" . 1 »â- â€¢Â»Â»Â«Â»-«''• >• 'i ^tj<iN»<-.'f o'(V»*». OUm every oonveiC- ienoe, andaaola.**;' /# ihrcwd buyer, i^ ffa likely to visit this itore pretv^ offeh between now and CUn-rtvaa Fve. Kverj^ department ia tkie I.; ; stuo la now oPfm ing special inducements for Christmi'-^biij^BHi. You ^- no diAlibt go- ing to make aomeuno a ytvm^t, ;' '» yesf. It will pay yo<l to take a look through this r* ire befowl.nyirtg. ;{«memb«ir our guaranteeâ€" Jfoor B' ay back if not satisfied. EugeDtb The Sabbath school tea meeting held on Friday evening last was a success. The program ivas all that could be de- aired and reflected great credit on all who took part in their dialogues, drills, reci- tations, readings, all being rendered in good style, whiph showd the good train- ing the children had received and the talents given to our young people. There were so many ttiok part, it ia impossible for me to give the names, as each and all did so well. The tableaux ol the "Ten ViiguiB," received e;reat applause, also "Home Sweet Home," and "Woman's Rights." Some of our benedicts got a lesson on what they must soon expect in their everyday life, "Hasten the Happy Day." The singing by the schoolchildren was really fine. Two little tots we must mention â€" Miss Allie Williams and Miss Zaide Lawler, who gave a duet in splen- did style. Altogether it was a very pleas- ant and enjoyable time. A good tea was prepared by the ladies, which was heart- ily enjoyed. Proceeds amounted to 824. Our farmers are taking advantage of he good sleighing to get their wood haul- ed out to supply the wants of our town's people. Electioneering is the order of the day and friendly ureetinits may be expected from our candidates now in the field. Euuenia L. O. L. held its annual elec- tion of oflicers on D«o. 8, resulting as fol- lows:â€" W. M., Robt. MoMuUen ; D.M , Win. C. Pedlar ; Chap., J«s. Carson ; Lect., Ben Madill ; Rec- Sec, George Meldrum ; Fin. Sec, Richard Parks ; Treasurer, Alex. Caruthors ; D. of C. , John B. Williams; Cuiii. â€" Wm. Simpaon, Robert Williams, Joseph Sherwood, Wm. Ma^ee, Joaiah Cooper. Xitt^ arocertef Bestwleoted Raiaina, "Trennoirs," Slbs. fot 26 Choice new Filliatrian Cummts, 'Re- cleaned,' 4 lbs. for 25o, Choice Cluster Layer Raisins, put uy in 1 lb. fancy box, reg. £5c. kind for 15 Cross St. Black well's Choice Lomcn and Orange Peel, per lb 15c Wethey'a Condensed Mince Meat, one pound paekage xOo. Best Brand Canned Tomatoes, Com ane' Peas, per tin • . 9c 16 26 4 Choice Pink Salmon per tin Choice Red Salmon, 2 tins foj Choice Canned Slice Be<t^, per tin Fresh Sardines, per tin 66 Tomato C-»t«np, beat quality, per bottle 10 Large 20-ounte bottle Choice Mixed Pickl«'. only lOo Fresh Ohoise Tanoica, 8 lbs for 25 3 pound fwish Fruit Biscuits for 25 3 pounds Freci, Frfit Ginger Cakes for 25 3 I'oH. freah Tancv Aasorto't sakos.. for 25 4 pounds fweh Gingev iSn&pa for 25 4 pounds I^^esk Ginger Cookies for 25 Fresh Walnuts, Alnr^oudn, VoanutJi, Can- dies, Oranges, T^emone, Ci-auberriea, at lowest priee. Shop early. Shop early. Shop early. Shop early. Shop early. #â-  'â-  Furs, • .â-  I What is more suitable for an Xmas Prceunt than f urci, i and no store can show you better Fura ok better values â-  than are on display hare to-dr.y. | Men'sFur Coats, ?d5, »17, «20, 825, C3*., and 50.00 j Women's Fur Coate, $25, $30, $32.50, «35, $36, $4G, and $46.00 Fur Robes, $6.50, 37, $7-50, $8, $9, !?10. %Vj.. 015 | and $18.60 i S?iOii earljri S!Â¥: p early. Shop early. Shop early, Shopearly. ]!^oFa.x*laxs.cl, Sta.£f(cxnd « I a: Go« Hlinliciiey SPECIAL INDUCenENTS FOR CHRISTMAS TRADE. 10 Men's all-wool Tweed Suits $7 and $8 for 6.00 12 Ladies' Fine Coats, $7.50 and $9.00, for 5.00 A large assortment of. carpela, arranging in price fnmi 2do. to 9-126 per yd An extra good stock of Horse Blankets on hand.and we are selling thrm at the lowest living prices known. Also a full range of Men'H Heavy Footwear, such as Felt Bout.s, Heavy Rubbeis, Moccasins, Leg- gings, etc. 20 Men's Heavy UUters^good valve at $6 12 only Men'a Pea Jackets, on said at 3.90 20hII-woo1 Men's Sweaters, worth Jl.OO for e6c. 50 yds. crash toweling, worth Ss.yd. for 7 6 pr. gray wool Blankets, to clear out at 81.90 pair 12 Men's Cardigan Jackets, reg. gl.oOt for 1.19 Men's Kid Gloves, regular price 90c. and •1.00, for 60o. per pair A Reduction in Groceries Mr. and Mrs. Georae Curry attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Ormaby of Heaverdale on Tui'hday latst. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Down of Portlaw spent Monday with fiicuds in this vicinity. Muasrs. George Proct.<'r and William Ii'awcott attendi'd an iill-dny meetiiitf in the tenth line church on Wodneaday last. Mrs. George McCarlney of St. Vinc-iit spent a few days of th« past week wi-^h hor mother, Mrs. Joseph MoCiiUough of this place. Mr. Simon Fawcett and Misa Maudn Fftwceat spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Wilfred Hall of Walters Falls. Mr Fred Walton, who has been in Westminat^ir, B.C., for some time, has returned home. Mr. William Plowes drove to Dundalk on husiniSB laat week. We are a4.rry to rejKirt Mrs. Edward Burritt on the sick list, but hope to hear of her speedy recovery. 6 Ihs good Japan lea for $J.CO 6 lb» Ceylon Bliiok tea 1.00 13 lbs. best seleUed raisins 1 00 25 IIjs. best Tapoica l.OO 25 1W8. ftesh Figs 1.00 c)0 Inrgi lura soap, reg. 12^c for9c.pr.bar A nice assortment of Faucy Cila.-^sware fo Choose from for Xmas Oiftt. . . . Hi(;hest prices paid for Fowl and Butter.. . t \V. HOCKLEY Proton Station Every Lady Should Know That Ferr'Z'-no removes the causes that interfere wi'h ihe prof»er diachnrge of nil womanly functions ; it corrects irregii iir itiea and is espiciiilly eood for women who are nervous and snlijoct t/i headach", lame beck, benrinu down pains, rtespon- dency and lirednras. Ferros^nn ia a blood builder and can't be excelled for the complexion. For your aooH lo.ka and health use Ferrozone. Pi ice 50c. per hi X at diugg'ils. Thiire is u .'(tory giiin'.; >i>o rouiul.s now to ttic (UVtt that ill ii rettfiin northern t<i«n tlieO.T. 11. trnn w.n to tho sur- priau ot uveijone, on 'imu The invssen- gera :in>l citizen!- were so gratilicd and iist.oiiihhi)d tliKi they yot upa i-ubsriiptioii nnd iimde a pr- mui to chcIi one of the tram rtinpioy. ea. Sot till the def.d wa;* done Jid ti.oy fini .mi that it wiia tl>u train I hat thould have arrived the da^ but' re. â- A :> .•J-<t^£L.1