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r Dry den Lodge, No. 417, Regula Meeting, Monday evening at 8 o'clock. INITIATOR Volume VI. Number 24 E- EXPERT REPAIRS. Send your Clocks' and Mail Order. QUICK SERVICE GUARANTEED. Office in the Robmsun House. atches by --0~--0--0--0-- Real Estate Management and Sale The management of your real estate, either large or small, is one of the many capacities in which I can be of real service to you. I take over all details of collecting rents, paying taxes and insurance, securing tenants, keep ing properties in repair, collecting under agreements of sale or mortgages ete. Fees are moderate. I invite consultations. --LISTINGS WANTED-- 2 ean A. J Lock Issuer of Hunting and Trapping Licences for this District. OD CS ---GD O GE LARGE RANGE OF SUITS OVERCOATS SWEATERS, &c READY-MADE or M ADE-TO-MEASURE All the : LATEST STYLES & SHADES. At Prices to Suit Everyone. wo T. PROUDFOOT'S "THE DRYDEN TAILOR" > BEC) BTS (IED) TERED GBR OC for the 1000S season Now in Stock. % kk RUBBER BOOTS. MOCCASINS. FELT INSOLES. PULLOVER MITTS. WOOLLEN MITTS. GAUNTLETS. HEAVY WOOLLEN SOCKS. ) [LUMBER SOCKS. i ORSE BLANKETS. ] DOG HARNESS. SKATING BOOTS EES EE NJ 1 WILLARD'S | BOOT & SHOE REPAIR and Harness Store. PREVENT FIRE as far as possible through fire- preventive measures PREVENT Financial los E INSURANCE INSURE WITH i + E. GIBSON, Ager*, Dryden. NADOMN, |! First Class Jeweller and Watch Maker Mrs D. G. Dingwall, president of the Dryden Literary Society, conducted proceedings at the opening meeting of that body this season, in the town hall Tuesday evening. A course of study for the winter was discussed, and the matter of a public library also made some advance. A commitiee of six was chosen to arrange a programme for the coming season. St Luke's Bazaar which was held last Saturday, while not equalling the success of former years, showed a fair balance to the good, all things consid- ered. A very quiet wedding took place in the Manse in Dryden, at 1.30 Wednes- day, when Robert E. Robinson, of Wainwright was united in marriage to Leila, daughter of Mr and Mrs Brown- ing of Oxdrift, in the presence of a small group of friends. Rev. H. A. Rivers performed the ceremony. The happy couple left for a honeymoon trip west, and on their return will make their home on the farm at Wain- wright, recently purchased by the bridegroom. A pretty wedding was celebrated at Eagle River on Friday last, when Roy Bell was united in marriage to Frieda Weiske, of Waldhof, The home of the bridegroom's father, where the cere- mony was performed, was beautifull ; decorated for the event, which was at- tended by a large number of friends of the happy pair. Rev. H. A. Rivers of Dryden officiated. Carpenters are busy making alters tions which will extend C. J. Wright' Grocery store over the entire ground floor of his block. Mr Wright is alsc constructing a garage at the rear o his premises. LADIES.--Mrs E. L. Lee is in Pitt's Store for a week only, giving a dem- onstration of New Way Embroidery, also Kerby and Persian art embroidery needles, with linen and thread. John M'Kay desires to announce tha! he has opened a store near the public school, with a good stock of fresh groceries, meats, confectionery and school books Mrs R. J. Pronger, and daughte: Shirley, are away on a visit to he: sister, Mrs C. Hagstrom, Port Arthur. Mr and Mrs Robert Milling, and Miss Queenie, Quibell, motored down to Dryden yesterday. Mrs Myles and baby daughter, re- turned to Kenora Wednesday, after visiting her mother. Mr and Mrs M. J. Crosier, Oxdrift, spent Tuesday in Dryden, attending to some important business matters. Mrs A. Henderson, Eagle River, war among those who visited Town Tues day. H. P. Cook, K.C. and Capt, Edwards, Indian Agent, Kenora, were in Dryden Saturday on official business. A number of Drydenites will attend St. Andrew's Banquet in the Tourist Hotel, Kenora, to-night. Mrs Erickson is visiting her husband who is trapping at Ignace. : Inspector Parfitt paid an official visit to Dryden and District last week-end. C. Kelley, Fort William, is spending his holidays in town. Dryden stores are opening up their display of Christmas goods. Mrs Wigle was a visitor to Kenora this week. ; : Mrs Pateman, Oxdrift, visited Dry- den this week. Barney Levinson, Kenora, was in town on business Wednesday. Chas Skene, Oxdrift, was in Dryden Tuesday. John Hanna is back in town again. C. Hallett has returned from his holidays. : Do Your "Xmas Shopping Early. i at Long-drawn Indictment.-- Wysal Michalchuk was found guilty before Magistrate Pronger, Wednes- day, on a charge laid by the Inland Revenue Department, of being found in possession of a "still." He was sentenced to a fine of $200 and costs, or six months. Failing to pay, he was taken to Kenora Goal yesterday after- noon by Prov Con. Hake. This case has been on the docket since the end of July, due apparently to the more deliberate procedure of the Inland Revenue methods as compared with the O.T.A. H. A. C Machin, Kenora, attorney for the Federal De- partment of Justice, prosecuted, while S. Swanson, Dryden, in the absence of Counsel, spoke on behalf of accused. Quibell, appeared before magistrate Pronger, charged by Prov. Constable Hake, with being intoxicated at Qui- bell on November 10th. Both pleaded guilty and were fined $10 and costs. On Saturday, November 22nd, F.} Pequan, Vermillion Bay, and J. Antilla, Bow = wow Who Said Dog Race? On New Year's day, January 1st 1925, Dryden will be one of the busiest spots in Canada. At 10.30 aan. there will be noisiest, happiest bunch of Kids and Dogs you ever set eyes on, all keyed up ready for the word "GQ!" The course will be from Harry Wick- en's corner, down Van Horne Street to Self's Hotel, and finish up at Pitt's Store, any dog coming in without ite 'owner on the sleigh will be disqualified. Boys or Girls up to 14 years of age, living anywhere between Vermillion Bay and Wabigoon can enter; the only condition being they must use thei: own dog---(only one)--and send ther full name togetherwith the dog's name '0 the Editor of the Dryden Observer not later than December 27, 1924. Mr Willard will give a dandy doc arness as first prize; there will be cond and third prizes also.' OT DOG, Janaary 1st--KI YI! +3 the i 0 = 2 H New School Opened-- A big crowd which included visitors rom Oxdrift and neighbour com. munities attended the opening of the new schoolhouse to serve School See. tion No. IV. Sanford and Eaton, abou: 'hree miles north of Minnitaki. A splendid concert by local talent, assist- ed by Mr Cook with his wonderful lantern and moving pictures, kept the crowd 'happy during the evening, | followed by a social dance. The building is a fine one-roome! school, with a full basement in which a hot air furnace was installed by Durance Bros. Wice & Ayers were the contractors. The new school will supply a district which a few years ago was a popular resort for hig game hunters, but more recently has become a thriving com- munity of incoming settlers, mostly from the west. Dies in Hospital.-- The death occurred in Dryden Hospi- tal, of Lars Martinson, farmer and 'rapper on Wednesday, from rupture of 2 blood vessel, following an exposure of a few weeks ago, when he was lost in the bush for several days. He had undergone an operation for appendi- citis, but although benefitted, he failed to recover his strength. SAR BRT, TEE IN MEMORIAM. in fond and loving Memory of my dear Husband, Charles Edward Smith, who died November the 30th, 1922. Two years have passed since that sad day, When one we lov'd was called away; Ti ly those who have lost ean tell Tis on The pain at parting, not saying fare- well. --Inserted by his Wife and Children. RBM R ~~ SKATES SHARPENED [ have got my machine fixed up with new sharpening and finishing wheels this season, and everything working fine. Bring your skates along and get them fixed right at H. WILLARD'; Dams ot 2 ROY AL Rs complete line of the newest patterns in these beautiful goods. many attractive designs are;-- Pillow Slips, Bath and Guest Towels as well as novelties medinm-priced Christmas Gifts. Sale to be held at Mrs J. B. GATES Mrs MILLAR, Fort William. NEW LAW PARTNERSHIP. Mr E. C. Popham returned on Sun- day from Toronto, where he had gone to qualify to practice law in this pro- vince. He was duly called to the bar on Thursday morning last and with Col. H. A. C. Machin has formed a i law partnership to be known as Machin ' & Popham. Mr Popham came from ' Winnipeg where he had been in i practice and will retain his law stand- ing in Manitoba. The bar of Ke- nora will, no doubt, welcome him te ¢ their ranks.--Kenora Examiner. RE NOTICE, The fine House and Barn on the Dryden Paper Company's farm are for rent on moderate terms. If you want a comfortable home for the winter, see Arthur Clempson or apply at office of Dryen Paper Co. for particulars. oo Popalos Wedding Ed itis a constant regard for Quality the fact that something "Just desired in the way of Gifts at Xmas hristmas B Months of careful buying with and Price, and bearing in mind a little different" is usually WABIGOON--A pretty wedding to. place in St. John's Church on Wednes- day, November 19th, when Melville Roy Fisher, of Dryden, was united i marriage to Olga Georgina, dauglil of Mr and Mrs Ole Erickson, Wabi- goon. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. R. A. Smith, while Mrs Jacl Wright presided at the organ and played the wedding march. The brid, who was attired in white with + 1 and wreath of orange blossoms, given away by her father, and was EN time, has enabled us to pl Beautiful Variety played. Five Minutes s the Question that You will be delighted with low-priced articles, If you are unable to forget that we are Open we advise you not to delay A few suggestions we make-- THE RED GIFT LINE---Very Price, / NS, PENCILS and SETS anteed for "DE LUXE" STATIONERY----Absol NCH IVORY----New and beautiful Designs. PICARDY XMAS CHOCOLATES----In Satin Lined Work- Baskets, make a beautiful and useful Gift. PATTERSON'S and WILLARD'S Perfumes of exquisite fragrance. Toilet Sets and Manicure Sets. Books.--The very latest Fiction.-- PARKER FOUNTAIN PE FRE Boys' and Girls' Annuals. The Williams Safety Razor--Made to last a life-time.--No blades to buy. ANSCO Cameras-- The most popular camera m Cigars, Cigarettes, Pipes, Tobacco Pouches ace before you the Finest and Most of Christmas Gifts that we have ever dis- pent in looking over our Stock will solve you have been and are still worrying about: WHAT SHALL I GIVE? the multitude of dainty, distinctive, pay us a visit during the day, Don't during the Evening. As there are only twenty-four your shopping. WE WILL BE PLEASED TO KEED ASIDE ANYTHING YOU CHOOSE. Don't forget that Gifts bought at the Drug Store always please. attended by the bridegroom's sister, Mrs A. Weaver, as matron of honour. Mr A Weaver acted as best man. Two hymns, "The Voice that Breathed O'er Eden" and "Oh Perfect Love," vere sung. An appropriate address vas given by the Incumbent. The bride snd her family having long resided in Wabigoon, a large number of friends witnessed the ceremony. The happy Drop in. couple left on No. 1 for Kenora. shopping' days till "Xmas, BUY NOW ! Divine Service was held on Sundsy afternoon by Rev. R. A. Smith, who also conducted Sunday School. 5 % x =x MISCELLANEOUS SHOWER On Tuesday, November 25th at the home of Mrs Betts, a miscellaneous shower was given in honour of Murs Fisher (Olga Erickson) whose imar- riage took place, at Wabigoon on Wed- nesday, November 19th. Many very nice presents were re- ceived by the bride. The table was beautifully decorated with pink and white ribbons, roses and white belis, and was laden with choice confections which were served with tea and roffes to the twenty-five guests (including bride and groom), who had gathered for the happy event. Happy was the brides happy was the bri And all the other peop high in Quality but very low in Guar- twenty-five years. utely distinctive, "XMAS CHOCOLATES. Chum's Annual, etc. ade today. the very latest. i Lm i : : \ beside. WE SOLVE THE GIFT: PROBLEM TF OR YOU, Such nice parties revive sweet : ~--~0~--0~--0-- "Memories" of "Long-ago," and make QUALITY. COURTESY. SERVICE. "Memories Dear" for the future. FRA RAT SE SIT SBI rr SE srt A et a TE MTR ef SE ser PARE Se LIP 4st Te Tie happy couple will make their Ee EA ET HO CREE BEES ruture home in Dryden. WOMEN'S INSTITUTE MEETS | OXDRIFT---The Oxdrift Branch of the Women's Institute held their Annual | "Social Evening" in the Community Hall on Thursday, November 20th. Although the roads were in bad shape a large crowd was present. Moving pictures, showing methods of culling farm flocks so as to keep laying hens, were shown by Mr M. F. Cook, of Dryden. A programme of music, recitations, contests and sale of homemade candy helped to make the evening a success. The next meeting of the Institute will be held at the home of Mrs John Elliott, on December 18th. / warm QUIBELL.-- At Quibell, Ont. November 19, to Mr and Mrs Jack La- : Forrest, a son. Miss Queenie Milling returned to | her home last week from St. Josephs} Hospital, Port Arthur, where she has been in training for the last five | months. Mr Horstman leaves next week for on : 1 EE i suitable for Man., where he has taken over a Gi i i H a visit to friends in the Old Country. Miss Lynda Thompson has gone to Our Representative will be in Dryden, Dryden te clerk in Ralph Pronger's on Wednesday December 3rd, with a store. 4 Miss Rita Thompson, who is staying Among the in Redditt, paid a visit to her home last week. ' Dan LaForrest, with his daughters, Runners, Scarfs, Centres, and Cushions Edith and Edna, have gone to Melita, - farm. Wm. Greishaber sold his farm to one of the Milling boys, and with his wife | and family has gone back to his old! home in -St. Louis, Missouri. Jack Milling has returned from har- vesting in Manitoba, and reports a very successful season. Town of Dryden Notice. To all who have not yet paid their taxes. December 15th will be the last day they can be paid at par, after that date, five per cent will be added. A. J. LOCK, Collector. MUNICIPALITY OF VAN HORNE. Notice. I will be in the Clerk's Office at the Township Hall, Dryden, on Saturday December 6th, from 1.830 until 5.00 o'clock p.m., and Saturday, December 18th, from 9.00 to 12.00 a.m. and 1.30 until 5:00 o'clock p.m., for the con- venience of those who wish to pay their taxes on these dates. GEQ. WICE, Treasurer. SAR BR ESI A SR i a THE END OF THIS WEEK completes our first year in business : in Dryden. WE WILL CELEBRATE THE EVENT Anniversary Specials SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH, 1994 For this occasion we are giving BIG REDUCTIONS on our Regular Prices--in some cases as much as twenty per cent, lo} i SR, JU A SI Sa Sn) BL AN EEE SO te Below we give a few sample prices, but only by a visit to our Store can you realize the wonderful bargains we are offering. BREAD AND PASTRY. BREAD--Reg. toc per loaf. Ann iversary: Special 3 loaves for 2g. CREAM PUFFS--Reg. 60c per dozen. Anniversary Special soe. All BUNS--per dozew .......... 4 ae TR Ae ER 15¢. CANDY--Neilson's Milk Chocolate "Rosebuds" Regular 50¢ per Ib. Anniversary Speplal LLL, aT RE per ib 4oc. NETLSON'S 1-1b box Chocolates--Reg. 6oc. Anniversary Special BIL I er. SOLS SD la 50cC. "%-ib Box CHOCOLATES--Reg. 3sc. Anniversary Special.. -23 All 30. NUT BARS and CHEWING GUM 6tor 25¢. CRESCENT ICE CREAM BRICKS--Reg. 4oc. Anniversary Spell dr oh i Re 35¢. ESKIMO PIES--Anniversary Special, 6 for .............. 25¢. GRAPES--Reg. 25¢. per 1b. Anniversary special, per ib ... 20c. APPLES, Extra Fancy Delicious--Reg. 12%c¢. per th. Anniversary spacial, per dl LLL Uh BL Ee I10C. MacIntosh Reds--Reg. toc. per Ib. Anniversary special, Three ROL SGN nine es Ly 25¢. MacIntosh Reds--Reg. $3.00 per box. Anniversary special, per | DE LS tr an Te $2.75 ORANGES--Reg. 30c. per dozen. Anniversary special, doz. z3c. ORANGES--Reg. 60c. per doz. Anniversary special, per doz. soc. GRAPE FRUIT--Reg- 12%c. Anniversary speeial=. 4. 10C. HEAD LETTUCE--Reg. 20c. per head. Anniversary special, Twn heads Top. Au yi ca ne ana 25¢C. CELERY, White and Crisp--Reg. 12%c. per 1b. Anniversary special per th... LT ER Th ve aE ty EY 10C. TOMATOES--Reg. 30c. Anniversary special © ui 0) 25¢, We desire to thank all our Customers for the splendid patronage we have enjoyed through our first year, and hope to continue to win public favour by furnishing satisfactory service. Gough's Confecti gough's CLoniectionery 33 ----ONTARIO DRYDEN--- Wy