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£h? £itferttti$t COLBORNE, JUNE lltb, 1903. --Miss Francis Payne is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Benson in London Ont, --Messrs. Scougale Bros, are building a scale. platform for their -- Miss Ray Jobnston is away for a week's visit with her mother at Buffalo. -Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Douglas of Warkworth spent Thursday last with their Colborne friends --Mr. W. Odell, of Washington, spent a few days during the past week with relatives and friends in this sect- --The Village Improvement Society will hold a strawberry festival in the Temperance Hall on Tuesday evening June 16th. --Rev. T. Watson will preach his farewell sermon in the Baptist church on Sunday evening next at seven --Mr. and Mrs. O. W. Powell of Cobourg spent a few dayB with their daughter, Mrs. W. L. Payne, last week. --Little Miss Beatrice Coyle lost a gold bracelet last week and will be greatly obliged if any one finding tho same would return it to her. Much sympathy is expressed for Mr. and Mrs. Holbrook in the death of their little one which occurred early Sunday morning. --The social held in the Methodist S. S. Hall on Monday evening last was largely attended and passed off very pleasantly and financially w decide d success. --Hon. J. R, Stratton attended the laying of a corner stone for the new Sabbath School building at Centreville and presented the officials with $250 for a new library. --A meeting of the Directors of the Cramahe Agricultural Society will held in the council room in the village of Colborne on Saturday evening the 13th inst. at eight o'clock. Every director is urged to be present.-J. Miller, Sec. --At the meeting of the Council on Monday evening last it was decided that the members of the council would meet a committee of citizens to spect the water supply at the dugway and arrange for some method of curing water for street sprinkling purposes. --On the inside page will be found a full report of the finding of the commission on the Gamey charges. The result of the investigation is ; strong reflection on the character of Mr. Gamey. It is generally admitted, even by Conservatives, that there was nothing in the evidence to show that the Provincial Secretary was guilty of any corrupt action. --Rev. P, M. Duncan receiv ed f message on Friday evening last stating that his daughter Miss Alice Duncan, who is attending a school of art in Toronto,was seriousl y ill. Mr. Mrs. Duncan left for the city the following morning ana repori that Miss Duncan is progressing favorably and that it is hoped that the critical stage of the illness is now passed. --At a social in tne S. S. Hall given by the Colborne Meth. S. S. on Monday evening June 8th, the congregation and Sunday School presented Mr. E. Rutherford with a very fine suit case and traveling companion. The presentation was made by Miss Maud Head and Miss Padgington read an excellent address. Mr. Rutherford has been a very active worker in the Sunday School, Church, and choir. He is a young man of Stirling worth, anc while the church deeply regrets his re moval from our village yet they admire his ambitious spirit to advance along secular lines and pray that the Master's presence may be with him through all his subsequent journey the i-of f t-ball played mon last between aid the Cen'treton --A strawberry festival in the Temperance Hall, June I6th. --200 bushels of seed buckwheat for sale at Cheffins siore, Colborne. --H. Gale, editor Enterprise, is issuer ot marriage licenses for the county of Northumberland. --Wanted.--At once, two experienced sewiug girls and one apprentice. Apply to Miss Merkeley at Scougale Bros. --Ladies:--Don't forget to call at Mrs. A. S. Hinds' and try a cup of Blue Ribbon Tea next Monday Tuesday add Wednesday. Served free. A very sudden death occure d Newcastle on Monday when Mrs. Henry Mido'leton dropped dead as was walking across the floor,while engaged in her household duties. Heart desease was th* cause. --The people of this yicinity will be pleased te learn that the steamer Argyle will start her regular trips to to Toronto to-day. The Argxle has been at Picton undergoing a thorough over hauling and cleaning and is now in good condition. The boat leaves Lakeport every Thursday morning at six o'clock for Cobourg, Port Hope aDd Toronto. --Strawberry festival, first and best of the season, strawberries galore and nice programme ;>fter, at Temperance Hall next Tues< 16th, from five to ten p. in. The Colborne Village Improvement Society want to sje the whole town there. They are working for the good of the town and deserve your support. 1 mission 20 cts --A crew of fire fighters iu wooded hills of Cranberry Brook, Charlotte County, N. B., have found the clothed skeleton of a man with large sum of money on it. T clothing was of good material and the pockets of the coat, in five and ten dollar notes, was the i is believed that the remain; American sportsman, but nothing was found to indicate identity, --Mr. George. Samuel Smith, of Port Hope, has executed a magnificent brass memorial tablet for ties Council in memory of Captain Milligan, Orono; Sergeant Evans, of Port Hope, and Sergant Holnbeck, of Cobourg, all of whom gave up their lives in defence of the Empire in South Africa. The action of the council in providing this suitable memorial to the memory of the fallen brave soldiers is most commendable. --The Bowmanville Statsman says that a Port Hope man by the William Ross, alais W. I. Anderson, alais McKenzie, forged the Messrs Been & Butler, Cantractors on the G. T. R., for $65 and passed the check with one of the merchanl of that town. Chief Jarvis was not fled of the case about 11 a. u day and at 1.30 the man was and placed in safe keeping Hope. About $17 in cash we ered and some of the goods. --A despatch from Hamilton says that an embarassing situation was created at a double wedding that took place a few days ago by one of the officiating clergymen in that city, was arranged that the first kuot was to be tied by Rev. Neil McPherson, pastor of St. Paul's Presbyterian Church and the second by Rev. Canon Wade, rector of the Church of Ascension. The Anglican clergyman refused to take part in this order as he claimed precedence over the Presby-erian divine who willingly give in saying that ae was not afraid of his dignity. --Tuesday's Toronto papers announce the failure of Messrs. M II Peterson & Co. the well known pit dealers, who were formerly re.-' , iti of this place. The assignment *vai made to E. R. C. Clarkson of Toronto. The report states that it is understood that the Firm lost very heavil; export of apples, prices not being good in the English markets, and th< quality of the fruit also being poor It was probably this latter factor tha For seed potatoes, (Berbanks) apply to Joseph Philp, Dundonald. A good time is guaranteed at the strawberry festival in the Temperance Hall on June 16th. , -There is only oae genuine make of Slater shoes and they are sold at Scougale's. --The impression has gone out that ly tailor made suits are manufactured in the dress making department by the Cornwell Clothing Company. Cornwell wishes to announce he has a thoroughly competent staff are engaged in general dress making aud who may be found iu the convenient and appropriate is lately occupied by Mr. Geo. Cor-in Coyle block. Stairs first door east of the Cornwell Clothing Co's store All work is made under the careful directions of Mr. Cornwell. N; B. Orders do not leave the establishment until perfect. Our aim is how good can garments be made and not how cheap at the Cornwell dress making dep.Covle. Block. Tues-i rested u Port DIED Holbrook--In Colborne on Sunday, June 7th, 1903. Katie Holbrook, aged 6 months, 25 d..ys. MARRIED. Davidson--Hicks -- At Cleveland ou J,.ne 3rd, Mr. Wilfred W. David-sou, of Kentucky and Miss Jennie L. Hicks, onlv daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henrv Hicks of Col borne. Mr. and Mrs. Donaldson will take up their residence in Cleveland. Entrance Examinations. THE Entrance Examinations to I High Schools and Collegiate Institutes will be held at the Colborne High School and at Castleton Public School--Colborne's affiliated centre--on June 24th, 25th and 26th 1903, beginning at 8.30 a. in. June 24th. The examination for District Certificates will commence on June 29th, at the Colborne High School. ti nt yourself in clothes if you must-- Deny yourself a new hat if you will-- BUT Walk when lame and work overtime when weary -- Say "no" to all amusements that cost money-- Insist On A Good Pair Of Boots! We have an extensive and certainly a very pleasing variety of makes and styles. Excellence of quality and solid worth characterize every shoe we sell from the lowest priced to the finest make. It will pay you to see them. CARD OF THANKS. -. Edit - Allen to express my gratitude through th your valuable paper to my many friends who contributed to the purse of $64.20 which I received on the 3it for the purchase of a horse (my horse lately died) presented by Mrs. E. Cox and Miss Blanch Cochrane! Every good and perfect gift cometh from above. I firmly believe God only put the motive in your hearts to minister in this time of my necessity. I trust each one may prove this promise "It is more blessed to give than to receive." Accept my heartfelt thanks for this and every kindness which I have had bestowed upon me since 1 have been a widow. My prayer is for all, that we may so live love and honor God that when Jesus comes we maybe found without spot or wrinkle oi any such thing. MARY S. KNAPP. Eggs For hatching. Black Langshans, Silver Grey Dorking.-., Barred Plymouth Rocks, Settings of 15 for $!.( WALLACE McGLENNON, Men's white canvas bals for warm summer days, well made and finished, a perfect fitting shoe - - $2 and 2.50. Men's white canvas Oxfords, made of fine quality cloth, light, cool and durable. Special at - - - 1.75 Boy's white canvas bals - 90c. Boy's lacrosse shoes, made of heavy blue duck with good quality rubber sole 85c. Men's heavy boots, made of heavy, solid stock, bellows tongue, extra heavy sole - ... 1.75. Men's heavy boots, with upper made of one piece of leather, no seams to rip, heavy sole and excellent wearing quality. Price . - - - - 1.75. Men's coarse Congress, heavy sole and well made - - - 1.25. Men's coarse lace boots, strongly sewn and riveted. Extra value at - $L The Slater Shoe for Men. Every pair of Slater Shoes is made with Good-year welt soles which give more solid comfort and satisfaction than any other sole made, while the accuracy of fit, correct cut, and skilful workmanship of the most scientifically made goods and an unlimited variety of styles, give preeminence to the "Slater Shoe." One pair will convince you of the truth of this and make clear to you why Slater Shoes are so wonderfully popular with well dressed men. Made only in two prices and these two are specials 3,50 and 5.00. Sold only at Scougale's in Colborne. Ladies' Oxfords, made of fine quality dongola, light, pliable sole, plain leather tip 1.35. Ladies' Oxfords, made of extra quality dongola, medium weight sole. A splendid shoe for the money, - - 1.50. Ladies' strap sandals, medium width toe, fine quality leather, light, cool and comfortable, single or double strap 1.75. Ladies' Savoy sandals, made with single strap, patent enamel foxings, light sole, a very dressy shoe for the money 1.75. Misses' boots and Oxfords, sizes 11 to 2, a splendid assortment and extra values at all prices, 75c to - - $2. Children's boots and Oxfords, sizes 8 to 10J. In these we have a large showing of light, heavy and medium weights at all prices from 75c to - - - 1.50. The "Empress Shoe" for Women. In every Empress shoe you will see evidence of superior workmanship, excellent designing, best selection of materials, and a perfect knowledge of the meaning ofa well made shoe. The most min:iie details are given the most strict and cbnsoieneioui attention and every effort is being made bv the uiannfacturers to-surpass. the reputatiou already attained by the "Empress Shoe." These shoes are made in tie: only factory in Canada making women's high grade shoes exclusively and thin concentrated enerav devoted to the making of a perfect shoe has produced the "Empress." Sold only at Scougale's in Colboiue. Low shoes $2.00, $2.25, $2.50 and $3.00. Lace boots $2.00, $2.50, $3.00, $3.50 and $4. Soougale Bros., COLBORNE, - ONTARIO. 12 cents paid for eggs. Wright's Rheumatic Remedy. National Hotel, DENNIS DOUD, Prop. (ii n e tha hi! i play but itreton n-as better pleased to have result remain as it was. The ne was interesting from start to sh and was not at all one sided. • the home team, Robertson, Fen-, Thompson, Martin and Hollen-k played a good game while Blod t, McCauley Thompson and Rorke lied off the honors for Centre-. The Centreton team is corned of gentlemen and will always well used whenever they visit Col- faihire. Peterson & Co. have been large operators for a number of years exporting principally to the old cam,try. although they also shipped into the United States. Some two months ago they went over to England to consult their agents there, and on their return established themselves in Chicago. English commission houses will be the principal credi tors, although some of the banks here are also likely to be interested. Mr. Clarkson is at present engaged in making up a statement of affairs, an 1 while no definite figures are obtainable the liabilities are not likely to be less $80,000. ■ . , Blue Ribbon Tea DEMONSTRATION Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday* June 15,16,17. All Are Welcome. MRS. A. S. HINDS, The undersigned have in stock a full line t which they are offering at lowest prices and on most f; These machines are the best that money can buy. Get our r BINDER TWINE It cannot be beaten in price or quality. Machinery, etc., the premises of Dr. J. E Alyea, Percy st»e< J. E. ALYEA, Colborne, S. H. SCRIPTURE, Ontario. When we consider the quantity of Wall Paper We have sold and are still selling, we wonder if everybody is papering this-spring. Or is it that we are doing the lion's share of the business. But when we tell you we are selling Staunton's celebrated papers, at 25 to 50 per cent, below regular prices, then the mystery is solved, Boots and Shoes, Sizes broken but prices right Crockery and Glassware. Large new stock of lamps, water sets, dinner sets and toilet sets. Groceries and confectionery, if yon want the best buy from W. S. DOYLE. COLBORNE, ONTARIO.