Team Breeching, 'Dands, Sweat Pads, assortment of ydc Volume XXVIII. Ont, M Dryden, arth 4 4 joa Hp Number 37 : The Buyers of HIGHEST PRICES 250 YEARS IN JUDSON'S BAY Co, INCORPORATED 1670 High Cl Bring or ship yours to us HIGHEST GRADE ee? DINORWIC. Ont. THE BUSINESS. A FEW OF THE THINGS in the HARNESS LINE I have on hand. Horse Collars, Breeching Straps, Side Straps, reversible Brass Ball Top Steel Hames, Hame Straps, Martingales, Pole Straps, Flat Side Checks, Chain Breast Straps, Overdraw Checks, Kling's Hame Fasteners, Heel Chains, Team traces, Success Chain Traces, tested 4500 ibs each, Breast Collars, Buggy Traces, Open Bridles, Winker Bridles, Halters, Double & single Lines, Team Back Pads, Belly Collars, Pads, &ec. Neatsfoot Harness Oil, in Quarts | H. WILLARD, Boot and Harness Repairer. DRYDEN PHARMACY Everything a good Drug Store should sell. Mail Orders attended to. AUTO STROP and GILLETTE a SAFETY RAZORS. STATIONERY. FOUNTAIN PENS SCHOOL SUPPLIES SMOKER'S SUPPLIES | Willard's, Patterson' S, iar S, CHOCOLATES. Meetings OXDRIFT CLUB meets on the FIRST FRIDAY of the month in the Schoolhouse at 8 p.m. 0 W. BOWELL, Secr ctary WAIN WRIG HT CLUB meets in the School at 8 p.m. the first Saturday of each month. BR. DD. COATES, Secretary. EAGLE RIVER CLUB meets second Saturday of each month, at 3 p.m. ALEX. TURNER, Secy. WALDHOFE CLUB meets First Saturday of every month in the Schoolhouse, at 8 o'clock E. GREUN, ! Secretary. GLENGOLAND CLUE U.F.O. and UU. BE. W. OQ. meet on the second Saturday of each month in the schoolhouse at 8 p.m. Mrs R. A. REID, Sec U.F.W.O. WABIGOON CLUB meets first Saturday of every month, at 8 p. m., in the Schoolroom. VICTOR NORDRUM, Secy. BEDWORTH CLUB meets the last Saturday of every month at 8 p.m. Visitors from fraternal clubs are heartily welcome. W. F. BICKNELL,- Secretary. VAN HORNE CLUB every third Saturday in the Town- ship Hall, Dryden, at & p.m. CHAS. NORGATE, QUALITY SERVICE Secy. meets. '| them all to success: The Great Lakes Fur DINORWIC, Tradit ng Co. Lid. Ont. RAW FUR SHIPIE INVY Highes® Prices. Express Charges paid ~ AGENTS FOR pa ED ~ The "Decca" Portable Phonograph A handy Suitcase ENQUIRIES Model, Of 13-1bs SOLICITED. Burgess & Walters Always Appreciated YY ~! Luke's Rectory the casket, envel- EM Sketch of his career (Specially written for the _ Dryden Obse. ver) Thomas Alexander Mackenzie, who with such sudden swiftness was taken by death from our midst on Friday evening, the 25th of February, was the son of Alex- ander Mackenzie, a prominent business man of Kirriemuir, Scot- land, He was born in that town made famous by J. M. Barrie on August 25th, 1863, and was thus 57 years of age. Mr Mackenzie spent an arduous apprenticeship in Scotland, learn- ing the profession of engineering, ganing his Chief's certificate in | 1880. Many years of his early life were spent on the high seas in that capacity, in the service of some of the most important ship- ping lines. In 1910 he came to Canada, and in March 1912 he arrived in Dry- den to act as chief engineer when the great plant of the Dryden Paper Co. Ltd., was practically on blue print. Since that period the various changes and expan- sions to this important industry have held his constant attention. More recently he was in complete charge of the designing and erec- tion of the Company's latest and most extensive alterations and additions, and his competent ser- vices at this time will be greatly missed by the busy management. In any estimate of his career it will be recognised that Mr Mac- kenzie's motives were largely un- selfish. A man's worth must be estimated not by his personal ac- quisitions but by the value of the service he renders to the com- munity in which he lives. And by this standard the memory of T. A. Mackenzie will occupy a place high in the regard of the wide- circle of friends who knew | hi, He is survived by his wife, two sons and three daughters, who reside at Ilford, London, Eng- land; by his aged mother, who has passed the gath year of her life, in their native town of Kirrie- muir; and a sister and brother. It is the lot of very few men to leave so deep an impression and appreciation of his ability as has been the case with T. A. Macken- zie. He was very loyal to his associates, always put the interest of his firm first, and possessed a great capacity for friendship and trust which could not be resisted. During the period of the war he was the leader and spirit of many patriotic movements, his earnest- ness and thoroughness carrying He was the heart of the Dryden Athletic As- sociation, the main power of the Booster's Club, and a centre of activity, perseverance and encour- agement in all public work for the benefit of the community. From engineer and draughts- man to editer was a big transition, but T. A. tackled it with his usual ability, and helped to do his bit during the great war by "carrying on" while the ilate editor, Joe Osborne, was laid low by sickness. This feat was | accomplished by Mr Mackenzie without his having relinquished any of his other duties. The final Bolemnities: 'O ye. whose cheek the tear of pity stains, Draw near with pious rev'rence and attend Here lie a loving husband's dear remains, The tender father and the generous friend' The final solemnities began when after a short service at St oped with. magnificent floral i tributes, was borne by the follow- ing, his associates on the staff of the Dryden Paper Co. to the chancel of the Union Church: T. C. R. Crawley, W. Davis, Wm. Dixon, J. S. Golden, J. H. Hart- nett, Michael Morris. J. B. Beveridge, vice pinsident and managing director of the Company, acted as chief mourner, representing the family of the deceased. The mill was closed on the afternoon to honour his memory, and als) to enable all those who wished to attend the funeral to do go. 1 : The capacity of Union Church wag completely taken up by the line, and as these Laibody. The tate T. A. Mackenzie New Industry fo Start Bath I Much nterest will be aroused when it is known that the Im- | périal Oil Company is to open a branch in Drydén, and will build _ a warehouse here the first of April. A tank will probably be installed during the summer. 'The fact that this great com- pany has selected Dryden for a branch of their immense busi ness. is highly significant of the grow-! ing importance of this district. The advantages to us will be: considerable. It will provide a quicker and more satisfactory | service, and promote a more ex- tehded use of automobiles and machinery for the development' of 'the country, from Ignace to Vermillion Bay. L. A. Bigelow, who has been appointed manager, will open up: room until the new warehouse is built. Already there are in this dis- trict at least fifteen tractors with ten more on order, and twenty- two autos, with prospects of a, great increase in their number as. soon as spring opens-- which sit- uation will be further stimulated by the improved service that the Imperial Oil Co. will give. They will specialize in Tractor and harvester oils and auto gaso- commodities will be shipped in carload lots the tendency should be toward a les- sefied cost in freight, a will be able to replen stocks from day to day, ing on overhead charges." All points .in this district will be suppled from the warehouse in Dryden, which give additional importance to the Town as a business centre. portion being' reserved for his brother Masons, who attended i in The first iy of the serviee was conducted by the pastor, Rev. Geo. Robins, and Bro. the Rev Robt. Nairn of Kenora. In an eloquent address Bro Nairn spoke of his last meeting with the depar- ted Brother, "a man who stood], for liberty, patriotism, and the betterment of the community in which he lived," and epitomised the fleeting nature of all things| { basis. at once, having already ordered" a car of oil, and secured storage, "i action, earthly as expressed in the epithet "last." Every heart was uplifted! as he gave forth the powerfuli appeal in the sublime words o Ecclesiastes: "Man goeth to his! long home and the mourners go! about the streets. "Or ever the silver loosed, or the golden bowl be broken, or the pitcher be broken at th fountain, or the wheel bro-! ken at the cistern. "Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was, and the spirit, return to God who gave it." At the conclusion of his address the members of Golden Star; Lodge, No. 484, AF. & A.M, G.R.C,, took charge of the service. Wor. Bro. Alfred Pitt, Acting' Master, assisted by Wor. Bro. F.| Pinkerton as Director of Cere-| monies, conducted the impressive service of the Order, to view the remains. "The floral tributes were of great beauty, and were mainly com- posed of the roses he had loved so well. They were the gift of Mrs Oswald and family, Winni- peg (cousin). J. B. & F. N. Beveridge. 'Golden Star Lodge, No. 484. Visiting Brethren, A.F. & A.M. Mrs and Miss Allan. Staff of Dryden Paper Co. Boys of the Union: A. L. G. Taylor, Winnipeg. F. N. Beveridge, A."M. Taylor! John H. Hill, Geo. Noble, James Riddell, John Wilson. The hearse was followed by a large number; of fellow workers and other 'friends. Bro. Mackenzie was' a Master | Mason of twenty-one years stand-. ing, being a member of Airlie Lodge No. 289, Kirriemuir, and it was but fitting that the last sad! rites at he gravesidé were con- duced by members of the Order as the body was consigned to its | last resting place fricnds of deceased, the front Cemetery. io Sn be! Colliss made a favorable impres- e to be Erected THE monthly meeting of Ds rydeny ; Council was held in the Council Chamber on Tuesday, 1st March. Mayor Pitt occupied the chair, "other Conn: present being 1 4 ious ITH. 1 7S Golden, TF P. Matthews, Herb. Wilde, IL BE Beveridge. No new matter of special in- terest was brought helnte Council ' the policy of placing the Town's 'business on a sound and efficient Oratory and humour are discouraged, only matters contrib- uting to public welfare and pro- gress being admitted, although perfect courtesy is maintained. One or two delegations were received during the evening, and given a hearing, their -requests being satisfactorily met. Mrs Latimer and Mrs D. Hutchison appeared for the W.I, desiring to know the attitude of Council to- wards the erection of a proper bathing house for girls. After] stating = their modest demands they were gratified to find Coun- cil unanimously in favor of giving them all assistance in their efforts at social advancement. It was agreed that the Town would pro- vide the necessary lumber, and that members of Council would arrange a bee and build the bath- house." The ladies expressed their pleasure, «and gave assurance of practical 'co-operation in provid- ir {ing this desirable convenience at the bathing pool. EW. Wice was next heard on behalf of the Te et Agricul ural Society for a donation, -pointing out that Van Horne had already made an appropriation. After a short discussion it was decided to make a grant of $160.00 to the Society. In the motter of the Peter Jones property, the sum of $318.45 was paid over to the Fine oetite to complete the transfer of the pro- perty to the Town. This trans- besides be cing g good busi- ness for the Town, is of utm benefit to Peter, who now comes a ward of the Tow he is no longer able to wv his own support. The Clerk was instructed to send a cheque for $20.00 for the m oath of March to Mr Jones. Thos. Colliss reported for duty, and was appointed Chi=f Consta- pyble of the Town of Dryden. He foil also assume the duties of ocal license inspector, sazitary and truant officer. Mr sion, and immediately, his new duties. The chairman © | the Police Committee was author- ised to secure a uniform at once. It was decided to instal tele phones in the Town Hall and in the homes of the constable an Yel ascumed | electrician. after which opportunity was given mourners The procession to the cemetery was led by sixty Brethren, the ; Masonic pall-bearers being Bros. | in Dryden! The Clerk was : instructed to i advertise for a Scavenger ai a | salary of $500.00. This was all the tinh | Council then adjourned. Town of Dryden SCAVENGER WANTED Applications will be received bv Scavenger for Town of Dryden, at a salary of $500.00 Applications will be received up to March 31st, 1921. J. BE. GIBSON, Town Clerk. WILL HE BT IN ary in from all . parts of the district. The following officers | were elected: | C.M.--Bro. Rev. Mr Rethie, Kee- | ~watin. | D.C.M.--W. J. Robinson, Dryden | Chap.--Rev. Mr Diamond, Kenora E.S-- Geo. Williams, Kenora R.S--F. McEenzie, Kenora Treas--1L. L. McPhail, To {D.C--W. A. Brock, Kero : 1st Ac--DM. Allan, Keer ra in i 2nd Ac--A. Garvin, an in 3 i Dryden sone time in April. EAGLE RIVER The U.EW.O. of Eagle River held a very successful Box Social on Friday last. A prize was given for the prettiest box, which was won by Mrs McCarthy. Special thanks is due to the ladies who brought boxes, which were the | means of bringing i in the nice sum of $42.50. Lunch was served by the. ladies of the Club, and a very enjoyable evening was spent. The iin the near future. but strict attention was given to! dance, Mrs Ponton, son-Mrs -Mystram,~Mrs-Biorhk--- vi and the undersigned for the post of | DRYDEN. i" The County Orange 1 ostoe met in Kenora on Fri day, 18th Febri u- | A large number were in at-¢ The next session will be held in Club hopes to give another dance r-- THE GIDDY WHIRL The third dance arranged by the Women's Social Club of Wabigoon was held on Saturday last, and was even more success- ful than the preceding affairs. From the attendance it is evi- dent that the efforts of the promo- ers are =appreciated, and the success of the Society is assured. The Club, of which Mrs Cridge president, Mrs Little vice- president, and Mrs Aaron secret- ary, was formed to brighten the everyday life of the community. It is strictly non-political, open to all, does not dwell too much on the serious things of life--such as the ethics of jackpine farming and the destinies of nations -- but is rather a "forget-it-all" association seeking to demonstrate that there are more joys in life han rim- racking the local storekeeper and bonihiven the neighbours, the usual procedure when two or three no wgather Tgetien 4 in the backwoods. : 'The committees appointed for the work are: for the festive Mrs Gunne- i$ lund and Mrs Mel Wright; for the more sedate entertainments there are Mrs Pidgeon, Mrs Bur- gess, Mrs Colleen, Mrs Betts and Mrs Merino. So far the efforts of the ladies have had excellent results--the school helped in securing an organ, and other benefits in con- templation. There is no doubt that a little enjoyment now and again appeals to people in general, and it is a cinch that the Club will go ahead as long as it caters to the brighter side of life; despite the gentle tintillations of the Anvil Chorus, which has risen up on its hind. legs and is handing out the usual of ' dope it administers to anything novel or unusually enterprizing. A U.F.W.O. meeting was held at the home of Mrs Betts, last Wednesday, when a most enjoy- able time was spent by the ladies who had gathered together to form a new branch. With the help of Mr Betts the nomination progressed favorably, the officers elected being: Mrs Collen, president Mrs Betts, vice-president Mrs Marnie, secy.-treas. Directors-- Mrs Andy Johnston, Mrs Burns, Mrs Gummeson, Mrs ' Wright, Miss Betts. Entrance fee for members, $1.00 per year. New members to be ballotted on, excepting in the case of farm women. | Club meets last Wednesday of cach month. Meetings to be held at the homes of members in turn. Next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs Mirrell, March 30, when membershi ip fees will be collected. LAND PLASTER $16.00 per ton, including Bags Off Car at Oxdrift. Orders taken 2p to March I15¢h. K:ncra District Co-oparative Glover ead Crowers Association OXDRIFT | - ONTARIO 2%