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! • 1 SEMI-ANNUAL SALE of Summer Goods Touch, Johnston & Cryderman from this date will sell all Ladies' and Children's Cotton Dresses, white or colored, at 331 per cent. Discount That is one-third below regular price All Summer Goods, Muslins, Voiles, Crepes, Bedford Cords and Ratines at Reduced Prices * ( B UILT for the very kind of service you want to give them, are the work shoes we sell. The man who is working out doors all day and in all sorts of weather, requires a more sturdy and tougher shoe than the porter or warehouse man, but the shoes of both should be so constructed*as to give comfort, as well as long lasting wear. Here Is Property in Bowmanville at Bargain Bargain Prices-Buy Now Brick residence on Church St. in best residential section, can be made into double house, in good condition, part of house electric lighted, hard and soft water, must be sold at once. Dr. Dandeno's property on Liberty Liberty St., brick house, just painted/ waterworks, electric light, furnace, 2 acres land with small fruit trees and splendid garden. This property property will be sacrificed at low price for cash. For further particulars phone, write or call on Harry Canri. Bowmanville. Phone 50. The shoes here for those whose occupation occupation is farm or outside work. j^Ere made of absolutely water proof leathers, with solid counters and soles to withstand the hardships they are bound to receive. The lighter work shoes are as well made and as durable The prices for every class of work shoes are as low and lower than you've probably been used to paying, for inferior qualities. Choice Meats For Summer. We take pride in the reputation reputation we have 1 achieved for furnishing choice meats, whether it be steaks, roasts or any other line. We only buy choice young well fed stock so you are sure of tender, juicy meat. Our cooked and smoked meats are also choice and toothsome. C. M. Cawker & Son Phone 64. Bowmanville. nurse that medical inspection of schools is a necessity to prevent future trouble and disease. She says: Since my last report I have made 1385 inspections finding 138 scholars with sore throats, 110 with defective teeth, 40 with poor Somewhere in France, Aug. 8. Dear Mr. James--Bill Hughes says I.V» \ * <TT O w, -Ï J n ■! "--. 1-- « (ahem) "He doesn't mind a joke on C. Chris Laugher Coming Methodist Church. Pronounced an Unqualified Success with Proceeds of over Six Hundred Dollars him (ahem) any more than the rest" so my mind is relieved after a long wait. Sometimes it is a little uncer- eyesight, 30 with pediculosis, stopped j tain how" the boys will take their "spe- toothannfi for 4A. hn SO anrn mol -rt t i toothache for 45, attended to 30 sore fingers, etc., and made 85 home visits." Does this not seem to be a very im- | portant work that should be looked ; after at home by parents ? It is neg- j lected because some parents cannot I afford to have the child looked after, except the case becomes acute.. Health of children during school life'is all important important and medical inspection will reveal many ailments that ; parents little expect. The Warder in referri i, g to this matter says a nurse's salary is $600 a year and Lindsay can well afford such an addition to the school staff and the money would be well spent. Oshawa Police Magistrate had 84 cases before him in one day recently-- mostly theft charges. Commenting on the number of young boys among the culprits the Reformer says : "Such deplorable conditions as these are the result of the parents allowing their children to run at large on the streets, where they have many opportunities of getting into mischief. If they do not know where their children are and what they are doing, they are likely to have it brought to their attention attention in such a manner as to make them hang their heads in shame, and smart, under feelings of regret." Boys must have some outlet for their animal animal spirits and activities and if they are not kept under good influences, they will go to the bad. This is a strong argument for public supervisors for children during holidays in towns and cities, someone to control them and direct their energies while teaching them some wholesome moral lessons and useful handicrafts. Are not the public school holidays too long ? Lindsay branch of the Motor League gave the kiddies and mothers of families families who do not get automobile rides a jolly fresh air outing around town and to Pleasant Point where good ladies served refreshments and the League provided 300 ice cream cones. The procession was headed by James A. Darch, the autos keeping 800 yards art. We notice that Mrs. Sam ughes sent her auto and Editor G " H. Wilson, D. Cinnamon, and Mayor Beal who are known to our readers. Aid. A. Clark had the honors and satisfaction satisfaction of initiating the outing and seeing the fun it afforded. People who never gt-t a chance to ride in pleasure cars will date their history from this red-letter day in future. And what joy it must have given the owners of the cars, too ! We are told that the life of service in behalf of others is the _ Aoo;u ,„ . -, ideal life. This; generous action of the Liodsay folk will not lose its reward. It did our hearts a lot of good to read in The Daily Warder the interesting and spicy account of the happy day for the little folk. The Daily Post in referring referring to this outing says : It takes but little effort to spread a little sunshine sunshine and happiness round about us. That there is a distinct pleasure in giving giving happiness to others less favored by fortune or environment, was splendidly splendidly demonstrated on Thursday afternoon afternoon when some 200 children of all ages, with their mothers, enjoyed a delightful auto ride to Pleasant Point, whore a pleasant afternoon was spent. We think as a rule men who young teach school for a few years as a threshold to some other calling look back on those years with fond memor ies. A welcome letter of congratulations congratulations reached us a few days ago from Dr. E. Jessop, M.P.P., St. Ca tharines, in whir'h he gives expression to this sentiment. He says, "How time flies. It does not seem long since I gave you lessons in arithmetic, algebra, geometry, geometry, trigonometry, mensuration, his tory, etc., in the old school house at Enfield altho over half a century has elapsed since. I have been in the practise practise of medicine over 40 years out of which 18 have been partially occupied in political life and during that time I have seen a large portion of the earth's surface and met a great many people but I do not think I ever enjoyed myself myself better than I did in teaching the boys and girls at Enfield many of whom have-passed over to thè great majority but ft am glad to know that you are still enjoying your work so well after 37 years in the editorial harness." harness." It has of late years been a mystery why more young men do not qualify for teaching in public schools for the ten years that we "instructed the young ideas how to shoot" were not only the most interesting and enjoyable enjoyable but the most personally profitable, profitable, for the helpful habits formed in the schoolroom and the discipline of self have been invaluable in helping to make successful and enjoyable our subsequent business career. In answer to the complaint, that there is more money in other callings, we may say that at the end of our decade of teaching teaching we had saved in clean money $3,000 and had a wife and four children. Our education, books included, did not cost more than $100 up to the time we began teaching. Salaries are much better now, our first year's salary being being only $320. cial mention", but I have to make them as true to life as I can, to get the real effect. I guess you will think by this time that we boys, after the army rations, are men of simple tastes. If so, you're wrong l We have dishes that would put most people in civil life in the hospital hospital for a week, if they ate them. My latest dish was a "trench pudding" and it was a revelation as regards how many ordinary things you can put in a dish at once, and still make it good eating. If you people at home want a treat just try the following: Take one canteen (that doesn't go in the pudding, pudding, but around it) one biscuit (army brand) a slice of stale bread, some crumbs of cake, and at least an "army ration" of raisins (which is very often more than one raisin) per man. When you have this collection within sight there's no reasonable excuse why you shouldn'thave a trench pudding. Boil the half a canteen of water, add biscuit biscuit (broken) then go away for a long long time, till the biscuit gets soft, add all that's left with some sugar and a spoonful of jam and marmalade, bring to a boil, and eat. Then send a hurry- up call to the doctor and go to bed-- you will need to. We enjoy these things now, owing to the goodness of some friends not at the front. We get such various things that nothing can Shock our digestions now. We are in the trenches again after four days out in the canvas huts, and are in à wood, living at ease. I was thinking last night as we marched to the trenches, what a lot it does take to lower the spirits of the men now. It was raining, and as the roads were good and dusty before, you can imagine how sloppy it was underfoot. There's always that light spirit in some boy that gets the bunch going. You'll never guess the words of our song which, tho the boys are on the brink, of collapse, will get a yeH as sure--as there are Germans. One real Canadian once heard a Londoner say in answer to a question put to him as regards a certain man who boarded with him-- "Does I knows 'im? Didn't I board wiv 'im? 'e puts mustard on 'is pork." Can you imagine such q, thing put into verse making a sc/ul-rousing ssng ? Then it must be war that does it ! It's sung to the tune of " We have a Navy": Oh, does I knows 'im ? Oh, does I knows 'im ? Wye ! didn't I board with 'im ? He's a (naughty word) Oan-a-di-an, Puts mustard on 'is 'poak', Puts mustard on 'is 'poak'--the last word finishing in the worst discord it's Soul inspiring?--it would wake the dead, and you would be surprised how it will start the boys singing again. When you have that full pack on and equipment, ammunition, ammunition, rifle and the many oddments we carry necessary to a soldier today, you have some weight on you, and the weight doesn't get any less as you go. Do you know, I forgot to say in my last letter that Hon. Premier Borden was here to see us last time we went into the trenches. When I write these letters to you, somehow I often forget the most important things. It was good to see his smile, for wasn't it straight from Canada, ? --and he was not in uniform. We haven't seen Gen. Sam Hughes yet. Clarence Hall suddenly said, when he opened the last paper ' T will write naw\" Naturally, I asked "Why?" He is very indignant at seeing the pictures pictures of ministers in the paper two weeks running, and not mine (Breezy Dan). I have just received a letter and card from a lady in dearth, Man , a sister to Mrs. Frank Oke of town. It's these little surprises that make life worth living here. The people of the home town can hardly realize what it is. to get a word from the people there, even tho they may be unknown to us. But remember, good people, I'm not the only chap here? There are boys who have been with the Company all the time, and a surprise cheering letter is as welcome to them as to me. Now, go ahead, everyone ! (I want to see Clarence sweat every time there is Canadian mail, compre ?) By the way "I told you sol" that new broom is wearing out. "Wants a wash and a shave as bad as ever ?" -'Oh, no--er-- not all the time !" [JGlad to see Lieut. Cooper is writing you now. He will be glad to give you some good letters of the doings of the boys with him. Best regards to every one from everyone here. No word from "Fat" yet, so expect he will be at the base for a rest a while longer. Dan D, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Allen and family spent the week-end with his father, W. F. Allen, Esq., at Bowmanville and accompanied accompanied by the latter and his family autoed to Lake Simcoe and had an enjoyable outing, outing, returning to town Tuesday.--Cobourg World. A DISCONTENTED GIRL, "There's no use expecting me tô bè ànÿ-» thing, Aunt Molly," dismally declared Rosalia. "I can't go to school more than half the time since mother isn't well, and I'm not bright and smart, like the other girls. They can all paint or embroider or play the piano, but I've never had a chance to learn anything but to keep house." Aunt Molly's reply to this "for-a-time-dis- contented" girl is contained in an illustration illustration used in The Sunday School Times' Lesson Helps for September Çth. A three weeks' free trial of the paper may be had (while supply lasts) for a post card request, request, asking for "Aunt Molly's Answer." the Sunday School Times, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pa. Out of nearly 40 applications for the position of choirmaster and organist in the Methodist Church, Howman- ville, the Music Committee selected Prof.C.C. Laugher, A.L C,M,L.L.C.M„ Owen Sound, ai d the appointment has been indorsed by the Official Board. Mr. Laugher came here a few weeks ago and took the organ and led the choir on Sunday, delighting every person who heard him. He is not a stranger to this Conference having PROF. C. C. LAUGHER held a similar position in Trenton Methodist Church for three years prior to his'removal to Owen Sound.. At the time of leaving Trenton one of the local newspapers said: Prof. Laugher, who has been the backbone and sinew of music for our townspeople for three years, is leaving for Owen Sound where he has âccepted the directorship of First Methodist Church choir and leadership of 31st Regimental Band. His removal will be a blow to the Methodists as he has always assisted that body greatly in every line of church work, especially in the musical line. He was instrumental in the organization organization of the present efficient Sunday Sunday School orchestra and was organizer organizer and leader of the large town orchestra. orchestra. His musical talent will be a loss to Trenton in general that will be universally regretted. Willingness at all times and under all circumstances to assist every good cause gratuitously has been a feature with the Professor that is seldom found in one so capable. His great success with the Choral Union, which he organized and conducted, conducted, was a crowning feature in his life's career as a master of music. Sunday Sunday will be Mr. Laugher's last appearance appearance in the Methodist Church as organist, organist, a position he has, filled with pleasure to that large congregation while making his residence with us Owen Sound is lucky'to receive as an addition to its citizenship a man possessed possessed of the high standard of musical training and ability of Prof. Laugher. Last year "Onward" the popular Methodist Sunday School weekly gave a fine half-tone group of the orchestra of the First Methodist Church, Owen Sound, and said: "Here is the picture of one of the most flourishing orchestras orchestras in Canada, connected with the Sunday School of the First Methodist Church, Owen Sound. It's superintendent, superintendent, Mr. W. H. Port, is an ardent supporter of this branch of work, and the orchestra specializes in music of the very best kind. The success of the organization is due to Prof. C. C. Laugher, who is also the organist and director of music of this large and flourishing church. The orchestra's motto "We work for the church" is understood betterwhen the large number number of calls for its service in entertainments entertainments of various kinds is learned, and there-are many outside calls for engagements engagements which cannot be filled. By its use the Sunday School is made more bright and extra spirit is put into the singing." In giving an account of a patriotic concert in which Prof. Laugher's Symphony Symphony Orchestra took a prominent part, the local paper said: "The auditorium auditorium was filled with a most appreciative appreciative audience, and every number on the program was worthy of the warm reception given it. The work of the Orchestra was a surprise to everyone. The term "symphony orchestra" has somehow always been taken as being restricted to the big centres; but Prof. Laugher and his forty players demonstrated demonstrated Tuesday night that right in Owen Sound t here is material for a first-rate orchestra. They did splendidly." splendidly." Prof. Laugher scored another triumph triumph as a director of bands, if we may judge from another report of a pat riotic concert. The report says: "It was no mere perfunctory applause that greeted the performer? from the large audience, but hearty and spoil- 1 taneous; and it was well deserved. The massed bands under Prof. Laugher's baton gave a splendid performance, showing a unanimity and even body of tone that was surprising. Their numbers were all good, but perhaps the best were the Anvil Chorus and the Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusti- cana. He is representative of the London (England) College of Music and has done well for this institution. The foregoing is sufficient to show the scope of Prof. Laugher's talents and work. We have much more material material from which might be quoted testimony to his success as a teacher of organ, piano, violin, cello, etc., but The ladies of Bowmanville never seem to fail in any enterprise into which they enter and whatever may be said of other citizens in helping along all undertakings relating to the j soldiers at the Front, the ladies are doing doing nobly in different ways. We do not know all entitled to credit for the success of the Lawn Fair at Port Bowmanville Bowmanville in aid of the-Red Cross Society Society on Wednesday August 18, but Mrs. A. N. Mitchell and Mr. W. H. Grant, we do know, had considerable to do with it so far as advertising the function We fancy, however, that all the summer resort residents turned in and helped to make the Fete the grand success it was. The fronts of the cottages were gay with flags and bunting, each cottage and several tents being turned into booths. At one end of the lawn a very successful tea and supper in charge of Mrs. J. A. McClellan was held. Another interesting interesting feature of the Fair was the beautifully beautifully decorated table on which the tempting cooking of the ladies of the Women's Institute was displayed for sale. This was quickly disposed of and brought in its own share of profit. During the afternoon those present had the pleasure of hearing an interesting interesting speech by Mr. Muir, of Toronto, who was chosen by the speakers' committee committee of the Patriotic League and who was ably introduced by Mr, Archie Tait, the Reeve. The grounds were enlivened by the music of the Fife and Drum and Bugle Bands and the orchestra, all of which kindly gave their services. In the evening hundreds of colored lanterns were strung along the edge of the bank, illuminating the grounds and making a very pretty scene. From the cottages to the edge of the bank, Nelson's famous speech "England "England expects every man to do his duty" was strung, and the posts from which the lanterns and flags were strung^ were decorated with, bulrushes and the flags of the Allies. Small flags, lemonade lemonade and ice cream cones were sold by the children during the afternoon and evening. A lady tells us that the ladies of the east and west sides, assisted by the ladies of the town, worked together to make the Fair a success, and must feel greatly gratified at the results. Mrs. T. E. Knowlton had charge of the entertainment in the evening and a very excellent program was rendered; rendered; indeed, those taking part all ex-excelled ex-excelled in their respective selections, Mrs. C. Arthur Cawker and Mrs. Knowlton and Miss Blanche Carswell l Oshawa) aud Miss Helen Martin sang duets, Mrs. William A. White (New York), Major W. C. King and Mr. Geo. C. Roy sang solos. Morrison Orchestra Orchestra supplied good music. Mrs. E. S. Senkler was accompanist for vocalists. vocalists. Mr. Muir, of the Red Cross Society, Society, Toronto, gave an appropriate address along patriotic efforts. The total proceeds of the function amounted amounted to $604.79. GEN. HUGHES KNIGHTED King George has been pleased to confer Knighthood on General Sam Hughes. A special cable to the Mail and Empire says: London, Aug. 24.--Major-General Hughes, Canadian Minister of Militia, was knighted to-day by the King. Sir Sam Hughes was the recipient to-day of many congratulations regarding his new honor. Going down to Buckingham Buckingham Palace at 3 o'clock accompanied by the Colonial Secretary, the Minister of Militia received the investiture of Knight Commander of the Bath at the hands of the King. • Editorially,.The Mail says: Sir Sam Hughes has well earned the distinction _he has received at the hands of his Sovereign. The World says: In connection with the knighthood conferred upon Gen. Hughes it is stated that K.C.B. is a civil as well as a military title and ranks higher than K.C.M.G. The only other Canadian K.C.B. is Sir William Otter, who commanded the Canadian troops in the South African war. The only member of the cabinet who has a higher rank than General Hughes is Sir Robert Borden, who is a member of the King's Privy Council. The World says editorially that Sir Sam Hughes has gained his K.C.B. by reason of the enthusiasm and tireless vigor with which he has conducted the raising and training of the Canadian contingents who have brought immortal immortal glory on the Dominion. Lady Hughes is a Bowmanville girl, daughter of Mr. Harvey W. Burk who represented West Durham for several years in the House of Commons and was afterwards Sheriff of the united counties of Northumberland and Durham Durham for some years. Mrs. Burk, his widow, and daughter, Miss Hattie Burk, reside in Bowmanville on Queen- st. Mrs. S. J, Hall, Hamilton, is a full sister, and Mrs. Hiram Burk, Centre- st., town, is a sister-in-law of Lady Hughes, whose name is Mary Eniilv. but was in her girlhood days known us as Nellie Burk. Lady Hughes is very popular in Lindsay where they a i live, and at Ottawa where she and her daughter Roby spend considerable time during the winter months when the House is in session. as he enters upon his duties in Bow* man ville on Sunday week (Sept. 5th) our citizens will be afforded an opportunity opportunity of hearing his playing and judging of his ability as a leader of the musical services of the Methodist Church. Prof. Laugher will be a decided decided acquisition to musical circles in Bowmanville, ■H: