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. r V ery few people can boast of having perfect feet. There is always some peculiarity in shape that must be taken into consideration' by the shoe seller, if he really understands his business, and aims to crive you real and satisfactory service. The shoes ice sell are made by scientists in shoe construction. The sizes are taken from com- posite measurements, thus insuring a com- foviable fit to the largest percentage of each particular size. Then, too, we have shoes especially made to meet the requirements requirements of those with extra high or low insteps for instance-- or for the short, fat foot, or the long slender kind. In short, we have the proper shoes for wear and comfort. All Offered at the Lowest Possible Prices KNOX'S The Store of Quality and Service. Bowmanville. Phone 120. Summer is Here and you will want to save your strength, time and patience. Our store has the very articles to help you do this. Home-cooked meats, ham, tongue, canned salmon, sardines, sardines, etc. Fresh Fruit Oranges, Pineapples, Grape Fruit, Bananas Garden Stuff Lettuce, Onions, Rhubarb, Tomatoes Butter and Eggs The very best. Give us a trial order Our store closes at 12.30 each Wednesday afternoon during June, July and August 4 W. Blake McMurtry Ltd Highest Cash Price paid for all Farm Produce Phones Nos. 72 and 1 82 Bowmanville. Stick Fast--dry paste for paper-hanging at F. O. Mason's. Having purchased a number of tires before before the advance in price we have some good bargains to offer. A. W. Pickard. New and elegant voile, crepe de chene, and Georgette Crepe Blouses just opened out at Couch, Johnston &Cryderman,Ltd. The great cleanser--Wyandotte at F. O. Mason's. Patronize Red Cross Collector --Persons who do not GIVE old papers, magazines, rags etc. to the Red Cross may sell them to L. Pike the collecter who will pay the highest prices He will be pleased with your patronage. Call at 7 Argyle St, Bowmanville, or Phone 289. Local and Otherwise. I ' y Miss Lillian McLean spent the wjjek-end in Toronto. Dr. Craig's Dental office will be closed July 2nd to 28th. J 2 5-tt Miss Evelyn Could, Picton, is visiting at Mr. H. A. Farrow's. Miss Edna E. Staples, Orono, spent Sunday with Miss Olga Tod. Miss Sarah Woods, Toronto, spent the week-end with Mrs. M. A. James. Vegetation 4s growing very rapidly now and good crops are promised. Mr. E. W. Scott, Toronto, spent the week-end with Mr. N. S. B. James. Mr. and Mrs. W-L Mactavish, Toronto, spent Sunday at Mç. F. J. Manning s. Mrs. E. R. Bounsall is visiting her father at Indianapolis, Ind., who is very ill. Mrs. W. A. Bain, Toronto, spent Sunday Sunday at her father's Mr. Wm. Trewin. Mrs. (Rev.) Thos. Brown, Lindsay, has "been visiting her sister, Mrs. T. Geo. Mason. Mrs. (Rev.) W. C. Washington is visit ing her son, Rev. C. C. Washington at Roseneath. Miss Stella M. Mason, Toronto, .spent the week-end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Mason. , Mrs. C. W. New and son Brandon, Man., are visiting her father, Mr. J. rl. ri. Jury, "Woodlawn". Mrs. W. R. Riddell and Mrs. C. C. James, Toronto, recently visited Mrs. W. J. Crossen, Cobourg. Rev. S. Sellery, Cobourg, was in town Monday, guest of Mrs. W. G. Clarke at the Methodist Parsonage. Mrs. E. A. Osborne will receive on Thursday June 28th from 31° 5 P* m - an " after on first Thursday. Mrs. W. D. Crammond and Miss Maude Crammond, Toronto, spe~t the week-end at Mrs. Geo. M. Carrutheii'. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hansman, Port Hope, celebrated on Sunday the 66th anniversary of their marriage. Mrs. J. C. Vanstone,- Miss May and Mr. B. S. Vanstone, Toronto, spent Sunday with Mr. F. C. Vanstone, "Cedar Cliff. Mrs J. H. Campbell and Miss Fay Campbell, Enfield, have been visiting her sister, Mrs. T. C. Bragg, Kingston Rd., East. Rev. J. J. Rae, Richmond, Ind., who was at Maple Grove conducting anniversary anniversary services, was in town Tuesday calling calling on old friends. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Werry, Bowmanville, Bowmanville, were guests of their cousins, Dr. and Mrs. H. C. Rundle, over the week-end.-- Brighton Ensign. Mr. Fred D. Cherry, Schenectady, N.Y., Mrs. L. E. Morden, son and daughter, Simcoe, spent the week-end with their mother, Mrs. R. Cherry. Port Hope public school teachers have been granted a ten per cent, increase of salaries. The high school teachers have, also received an increase. Mr. Chas. M. Bice's special articles occupy occupy the Editor's page again this week. They are timely and informing--well worth reading. Page two. Congratulations to Miss Le ta L. Bragg on passing her exams, at the Faculty of Education for first-class Teacher's Certificate Certificate and assistant high school teacher. Keep out the fly by getting a New Screen Door--lighter, stronger and won t go out of shape--the very kind you need. See them at Mason & Dale's Hardware. Dr. Caroline Brown, 323 Ossington Ave., Toronto, who has been addressing the different Women's Institute Branches in West Durham, was guest of her cousin, Mrs. Rd. Jarvis, during her stay m this vicinity. Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Covert, Enterprise, announce the engagement of iheir daughter, daughter, Carlotta Blanche, to J. Russell Heard, Bowmanville. The marriage will take place in June. Mrs. James Wood, Orono, announces the engagement of her youngest daughter, Edith M. to Mr. Percival G. Cooper, of Oshawa, the marriage to take place the latter part of June. Mr. Milton H. Thompson who has been employed in the C. P. R. freight service here left Monday to take a position in the office of the General Superintendent of the G. T. R., Toronto. Over 100 valuable prizes will be competed competed for at the Dominion Day Garden Fete to be held by the Women's Patriotic League -- see prizes in Tail's grocery store window next week. Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Westington, Miss Phena Westington, Mr. F. Lane, Plain- ville, Mr. F. J. Macklin, manager High Park Dairy, and Mrs. Macklin, Toronto, spent Sunday at Mr. S. V. Hoar's, and attended Bethesda anniversary. Mr. Roy Candler, Toronto, spent the week-end with his mother, Mrs. S. Candler who is recovering nicely from an accident which she received by falling "from the clothes reel platform breaking her left arm in two places above wrist and other bruises. , _ , _ Mr. W. P. Moses, 4 London Road, En field, Middlesex, England, writes Mayor Mitchell informing him of the death of his son Horace V. _N. Moses, 47/608, Royal Canadian Regiment, killed in action m France on May 3. His will was made in favor of his mother, Mrs. A. Moses at above address. Her many friends in Bowmanville and vicinity greatly sympathize with Mrs. (Rev.) John Garbutt of Oshawa in the death of her mother, Mrs. Robinson, wife of Rev. Geo. Robinson, 160 Margueretta- st., Toronto, who passed away on May 24th. Rev. Mr. Garbutt who went overseas overseas as Chaplain of the Il6th Batt., is now in France. ~ . - , _ _ , We congratulate Miss Edna E. Staples, daughter of the late Colin and Mrs. Staples, Orono, on being appointed Prill' cipal of Orono Continuation School, succeeding Miss E. Wise, resigned. Miss Staples has been assistant teacher for the past two years and has given excellent satisfaction. Edna attended High School in this town and her many friends here join in wishing her the continued success which she deserves., Dr. G. C. Bonny castle, Captain C. A. O. C., 36 Victoria-st., London, S. W., England, has recently been placed in charge of the headquarters clinic in the city of London at the above address. Mrs. Bonnycastle and Dorothy are well and enjoying the beautiful spring. They will all be delighted to get back to Bowmanville Bowmanville again. They had not met any 235th Bn. members up to June 1st, but hoped to very soon. Brantford Roofing at F. O. Mason's. Gold rimmed spectacles lost. See advt. The Churches Rev. A. H. Going, B. A„ Lindsay, has gone to Windsor, to visit his mother. Rev. J. E. Beckel, Tyrone, conducted anniversary services at Starkville Sunday Sunday General Assemblyof the Presbyterian Church will meet in St. Andrew's Church, London, in 1918. Rey. John Dawson, Portsmouth, will preach in St. Paul's Church next Sunday at both services. Hear him. Rev. P. K. Dayfoot, M. A - ., Toronto, preached anniversary sermons in Port Hope Baptist Church Sunday. Bowmanville Leaguers withdrew their service Monday evening to give all the privilege oTgoing to Maple Grove to hear Rev. J. J. Rae. The members of Bowmanville Woman's Woman's Missionary Society desire to thank all those who-so kindly assisted in making the Branch meeting a success. Mr. M. A. Hawley, Campbellford, was presented with a diploma of life membér- ship in the Upper Canada Bible Society to which he has been a contributor for forty-one years and secretary for twenty- one years. A special program of service is being prepared by Rev. Dr. Crews for the Jubilee Jubilee service in the Methodist church on Sunday evening July 1st--the fiftieth anniversary anniversary of the Confederation of the Dominion of Canada. "Our Own Country" will be Dr. Crews' theme. Church of Christ--Pastor Weisman will speak Sunday at 11 a.m., "The Sabbath and the Lord's Day"--sabbath commemorating commemorating rest after the material creation. Lord's Day Commemorating the beginning of the Spiritual Kindgom. At 7 p.m., "The Imperative claims of Christ upon His followers." Visitors welcomed to all services. Brigadier and Mrs. Adby of Toronto, will conduct special services in the Army Hall to which all are given a hearty invitation. invitation. The Brigadier is a bright interesting interesting speaker and a very good singer, and all who come will have a pleasant and profitable time. Saturday at 8 p.m. open air meeting; Sunday at 11 a.m; Holiness meeting; 3P-m. Praise meeting. 8 p.m. Salvation meeting. All welcome Rev. Samuel Sellery, M. A., B. D., and Mrs. Sellery, Cobourg, are leaving this week for Mountain Lakes, New Jersey, the residence of their daughter Mrs. E. G* Curry, where they will spend a month prior to Rev. Mr. Sellery assuming the pastorate of Bowmanville Methodist Churchabout the first Sunday in August when they will also take up residence in the parsonage if Mrs. Sellery's health will permit. Rev. R. A. Delve, Courtice, has had a very prosperous year on South Darlington Darlington circuit. Some 52 were received into full membership, or on trial; 45 were baptized, baptized, 9 marriages were solemnized, and 10 funerals attended. Missionary givings have increased over $100 in 2 years. The two leagues on the circuit raised over $75 this year for Rev. G. W. Sparling, Missionary Missionary to China for Bowmanville District. All departments of the work are in a satisfactory satisfactory condition, and the people are most kind and loyal. Rev. H. B. Neal of Port Hope has been a most faithful and zealous pastor in Bowmanville Bowmanville during the past year and at a recent recent meeting of the Official Board of the Methodist church this resolution was unanimously unanimously carried: "Moved by Dr. T. C. Devitt, seconded by Mr. W. F. Dale, that the Board desire to convey to Rev. H. B. Neal its hearty appreciation of the very efficient service he has rendered as Assistant Assistant Pastor during the past vear". Rev. Mr. Neal will conclude his pastoral work here next Sunday when he will preach at both services. He has been engaged as assistant pastor in Simcoe-st church, Oshawa. Oshawa. Rev. Mr. Neal has been a popular worker among the young people, a most attentive visitor to old people, the sick and shut-ins. The congregation wish him every success in Oshawa and in whatever whatever course or position he may accept in the church's activities in the future. Rev. Dr. Crews gave a practical sermon Sunday morning in the Methodist church on seeing the good in all things,_ basing his remarks on "Ephraim is a cake not' turned". He pointed out the one-sided- ness of many people, societies, religious denominations, etc. Speaking of what united effort in church life would mean, he stated 54 Presbyterian and 54 Methodist Methodist churches in Northern Ontario had united united and that henceforth they would not be missionsTmt self-supporting. This is as it should be, all our men, money and effort should unite to make the best of every resource and that by seeing the good in every person, organization, etc., a full and well-rounded character would be developed.' developed.' His evening discourse was based based on the words "Oh taste and see that the Lord is good" advising experimental rather than theoretical religion. Both addresses addresses were greatly enjoyed by the large congregations present. The musical service service under direction of Prof. Laugher was in keeping with the occasion. In addition to the anthem at the morning service Mr. T. S. Holgate sang the solo "He is Mine" most acceptably. The second anthem at the evening service "Blind Bartimaeus" was very appropriate to the sermon and was "Well sung" by the choir. _ It is one of Prof. Laugher's own compositions. Roofing Paint at F. O. Mason's. Miss Harrison, Uxbridge, is visiting Miss Ella McIntyre. Mr. C. M. Cawker attended the funeral of his eldest sister Mrs. John Montgomery in Toronto Wednesday. Men's and Boys' Ready-to-Wear Suits and Rain Coats in all sizes and qualities at Couch, Johnston & Cryderman's Limited. Limited. No better value anywhere. Mr. and Mrs. JohnT. Squires, Cresswell, Ont., who were here Tuesday attending the funeral of his aunt, the late Mrs. Wm. Gimblett gave her cousin, Mrs. M. A. James a call. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hooper, Orono, announce the engagement of their eldest daughter, Olga Mildred, to Mr. Benjamin Barstead, of Toronto, the marriage to take place late in Tune. HAIR GOODS. - Miss Glenn of Glenn-Charles, Toronto, Canada's Hair Fashion Store, will be in Bowmanville, on Tuesday June 26, at the Bowman House, with a full line of Ladies' and Gentlemen's Hair Goods. If you are not satisfied with the appearance of your Hair, consult Miss Glenn who is an authority on Hair Goods and individual Hair Styles. Free demonstration. -BIRTHS. Avre--in Darlington, June 20, io.Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Ayre, a daughter. Scott--Near Oshawa, May 27th to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Scott,.a daughter. Cox--In Bowmanville Hospital^ June 17, to Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Cox, a daughter. Robinson--In Bowmanyille Hospital, June 7th, the wife of Christopher Robinson, of a son. marriages Hill--Snudden--On.May 30th, at the Methodist Methodist Parsonage, Oshawa, by Rev. W. H. Truscott, Geo. Oliver Hill and Miss Flossie Adelene Snudden, Snudden, both of Oshawa. Bircham--Hobbs--At the Rectory, June 9th, by Rev. C. R. dePencier.JMiss'Lila Hobbs, third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hobbs, and Mr. George Bircham, all of Oshawa. Chetler--BROWN--On June 9th, King-st Methodist Methodist Parsonage, Oshawa, by Rev. J. S. I. Wilson, Wilson, Mr, David Leigh Chetler and Miss Lila May, second daughter of Jos, Brown, Esq., Harmony. Keen--Wrenn--At St. George's church, Oshawa, Oshawa, June 12, by Rev. C. R. dePencier, Miss Minnie Minnie Beatrice Wrenn, fifth daughter of Edward and Agnes Wrenn, and Mr. Wm. Geo. Keen, both of Bowmanville. * - Whitmarsh--Parsons--At 938 W-6th-st., at Erie, Pa., by Rev. Marshall P. Tailing. Ph. D„ of Toronto, on June 14th, 1917, Rev. David C. Whitmarsh, Whitmarsh, pastor of Presbyterian church, Barnes- ville, Ohio, and. Mary V. Parsons, daughter of the late Rev. Dr. Joseph A. Parsons, formerly of Baltimore, Ontario. DEATHS Branton--In Oshawa, June 15, Wesley Brant- on, aged 46 years. Gibson--At Blackstock, June 11th, Arthur Gibson, in his 63rd year. Waddell--At Port Hope, June 10th, Margaret Waddell, aged 81 years. WiCKETT--At Port Hope, June 19th, Mary Ellen, beloved wife of Mr, Thos. Wickett. Gimblett--In Darlington, June 17th, Mary Ann, relict of the late William Gimblett, aged 79 years. Emmerson--At Port Perry, June 16th, Martha Swain, dearly beloved wife of Mathew Emmerson. Emmerson. McIntosh--At Cobourg, June 15th, Agnes Car- son, beloved wife of Mr, Jas. McIntosh, Sr., in her 72nd year. Ireland--In Port Perry, June 6th, Catharine Elizabeth Bowen, widow of the late Jesse Ireland, Ireland, in her 81st year. Ferguson--In Cartwright, June 11th, Mary Harriet Warren, beloved wife of Samuel Albert Ferguson, aged 49 years. Galbraith--In Lindsay, June 19th, William Galbraith, aged 73 years. Father of Mrs. Allan Gillies, Lindsay. Former resident of Enniskillen. Montgomery--At Fresno, California, on Wednesday Wednesday June 13, John Montgomery, M.D., born near Enniskillen, Ont., on Feb. 27, 1842, brother of Mrs. J. J. Gibson, Bowmanville. Steele--Killed in action at Viiny Ridge, April 9th, 19L7, Corp. John William Steele, oldest and beloyed son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Steele, Black- stock, Ont. Aged 23 years. "Gone^but not" forgotten". forgotten". Lockhart--Killed in action, William Eric Lockhart, B. A., Sc., Lieutenant of the Royal Flying Corps, second son of the late VV. T. Lock- art, ex-M P., for West Durham, and of Mrs. Lockhart, Newcastle. Montgomery--On Jhne 18th, at the residence of her daughter Mrs. Cornelius Gaby, 406 Rox- ton road, Toronto, Elizabeth Cawker, widow of the late John Montgomery, in her 91st year. Sister of Mr. C. M. Cawker, Bowmanville. IN MEMORIAM In proud and loving memory of Thomas Wilfrid Wilfrid Montgomery, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Montgomery, Fordwich, who was killed in action at Mount Sorrel June 13th, 1916. It is springtime in his homeland. The world is sweet and fair And he would not have ns grieve for him, who's lying over there; From the hills of God he's watching, For his Captain found.him fit, And his sacrifice is leading other lads to do their bit. Parents, Sisters and Brothers. "Lest We Forget" E. R. BOUNSALL, Designer and Dealer in Monuments, Tablets, Markers, etc., in Granite and Marble, Bowmanville. Ontario. NOTICE During DR. G. C. BONNYCASTLE'S absence with the Canadian Expeditionary Expeditionary Force his Dental Office will be conducted by J. J. CRAIG, Li. D. S., D. D. S., Honor Graduate in Dentistry of Toronto University. Bowmanville - Ontario Office Phone 40. House Phone 16 B ARN WANTED--60ft x40 tf or larger. Apply to Robt. Gray, Newcastle. 24-2w B rYCLE MOTOR FOR SALE--Attached to bicycle. bicycle. Cheap for cash. Apply to W. B. Hoar, ' R. R. 4, Bowmanville, phone 142-r5. 25-3w OY WANTED--Good reliable boy wanted to drive milk waggon. Apply to R. R. Stevens, R. R. 3, Bowmanville, phone 175-r3. 25-lw NDERSON IDEAL AUTOMOBILE LAUN- i DRY--Queen-st. Phone 180. Cars washed * and cleaned. Fords 60c, larger cars 75c. 24-2w 1OR SALE--House and lot north-east corner < Church and Ontario-sts, Bowmanville. Apply to Mrs. W. Freeman, 68 Stafford-st, Toronto. 23-3w* B RICK COTTAGE TO RENT--With good garden, garden, Front Road East. Apply to W. E. Jewell, R, R. 4, Bowmanville. Phone 140-r4. 23-3w* H EIFER STRAYED--From lot 34, con 4, Darlington Darlington about May 20th, a red heifer, 2 years old. Send information to Wm. Fice, Taunton. Taunton. ' 26-tf S PECTACLES LOST--a pair of gold rimmed spectacles, in Bowmanville on Sunday, June i7th. Finder please leave at the Statesman Office, Bowmanville. 26-tf F URNISHED HOUSE TO RENT--Seven rooms, bath, electric light, piano, available July 1st for summer months. Apply to Norman S. B. James, Bowmanville. 26-tf O LD FALSE TEETH--Bought in any condition. $1.00 per set or seven cents per tooth. Cash by return mail. R. A. Copeman, .2679a Esplanade Esplanade Avenue, Montreal, P. Q.16-13w* F OR SALE--Driving mare, rubber-tired buggy, top buggy, cutter and set of harness, all in good condition. Apply to L. A, W, Tole, Chnrch-st., Bowmanville. 24-2w H OUSE WANTED--Furnished or unfurnished 7 or 8 roomed house with conveniences, want ed for-a year. Prompt action necessary. A. H. D. Ross, Bowmanyille. 23-tf H IGHEST PRICE PAID--For scrap and metal, also poultry and eggs by the Bowmanville Bowmanville Iron & Metal Co. Joe Rosenvolt, Proprietor, Proprietor, 7 Argyle-st, or phone 289. 17 H ELP- WANTED--Two diningroom girls to whom liberal wages will be given and steady employment. Wages paid every Saturday night. Enquire at Bowman House. S. D, ROSS, Manager and Proprietor. F OR SALE--182 Acre Farm. On Lake Front Road, 2$ miles east of Oshawa Junction on G. T. R , grain and stock farm, large barn on a stone foundation, stables supplied by overflowing spring water, driving shed, etc., for terms apply to Richard Pascoe, on the premises, Lot 1, Broken Front concession, East Whitby, Ontario County, or box 302, Oshawa, Ont. 26-3wt Violin Class ! Commences Monday June 17th Summer Course. Apply Ç. C. LAUGHER Bowmanville. GIFTS FOR THE JUNE BRIDE The Wedding month of June will soon be here, and we offer a few suggestions of what the Bride is sure to wish for. Jewellry--Who does not treasure a ring, a pin, a necklace i a watch, which has been received as a gift at a certain time --especially if it be Wedding time ? Then we have a splendid assortment of Flatware in Community Silver plate and Rogers 1847 plate. These are the bSst made and the prices are right. Our line of Hollowware, such Casseroles, Bread Trays, Baker's Pie Tray, (just to mention a faw) are all the newest and most beautiful designs. Before deciding on your gift come in and see us and we will be pleased to show you our stock. ALEX ELLIOT % Successor'io C. H. Haddy Watchmaker Jeweler Phone 88 Engraving Free From the Cheapest that is Good to the Best that is Mined Is the kind of Coal we carry. Better order your Coal early and be sure of your winter supply. No order is too small or none too great to receive our prompt attention. Lehigh Valley Coal the kind that satisfies All orders will receive our best attention John A. Holgate & Son O&ce and Yards, cor. Queen and Division Streets. Telephony No. 153 office. House Phone 202. Bowmanville, Ont. The Ladies' Store We are showing this week New Wash Skirts • New Silk Sweater Coats New Waists in Silk, Crepe de chene and Voile New Middies in Silk and Cotton New Collars, Ties, Gloves and Hosiery New Floor Oilcloths and Japanese Mattings Skirt Special Pure wool Serge Skirts in Navy Blue and Black, 23 only, regular value $5.75 j Special Sale Price $3.75 The balance of our stock of Ladies' Coats, Suits and Skirts we are offering offering at specially reduced prices to clear Telephone 106 S. W. Mason & Son Next door to Standard Bank Bowmanville ■SpBteww? '"min- ami mm Wv';:X; A - - \ r;r. Xrv - ' :r " »/ - -<■ ■ ""T" 1 "-- MWi