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Chain) of {cry ddreSS; ade, $1.7 aly 20. ted stock coi >l‘ freShet d firsfo!‘ say. Call“ .ent dfli HLY HEN MB CORRESPONDENTS e Watchman-Wattle! )f the Peterborough Business 3onege begins APRIL 4th 58w students are urged to commence work. on that. date. 91.9.5 8. practlcal benefit in doing- Impeffimn L'RSDAY. APRIL 20m, 1899 mucus. 18 home oer. Thomas H. Mono brightened last week by the arrival tittlg gaughter. BANDOLPHâ€" TINY. ring a thunder-scorn: on the 13th the barn belonging to Mr. W. H. as was struck by lightning which hit. but through prompt sedan on an of the owner and several neigho the tire was extinguished. It ap- lto have been a very severe shock, lately wrecking several large timbers merely shattering the stone foundat- belov. No person wee hurt, and ml the stock were killed, sithough lone: received a. severe shock. FINGERBOARD Annie Moase spent Sunday with Geotge Foster of Zion. ousecleaning and muddy road: ere mnow, What will be next? r. John H. Mouse has engaged Mr. nery of Seagrave for the spring sea.- nm of twenty-five Hundred dollars. r. Jame: W111i! of the 3rd concession Idposa has rented the three hundred firm lately occupied by Mr. Wm. "11. This means early rising and lgwork during the future season for '. Richu-d Mouse accompanied by Ltper spent Monday in Port Perry DE? Ban-‘3 busily engagiid hiking did not notice what had hgppened fiy got_to the end of their_ 30n_rnpy. Wills and family. “the? mysterious aflair happened ”“18 820. just before the Bleuhlng Did us alludieu. Two of our most inen: farmers were taking a grist pa “"11 when one of the bags of grgnn a_farm whxch was owned by the Ir. Foy was sold on Monday last to Johg McMillan of Port. Party for . MABSry of Uxbridee was. the of his father-in-law Mr. 0011th for days Last week. We during this period- of time ‘9’ gentleman drove along and he I”! or grain with the owner’s “amped upon it, but he havinge ,dmflht he would plck it up on his ”50}: and leave It come place where lVine: could receive it again, but lo! ”‘0 returned the bog had dbeppeued 1‘8 never been heard of since. Per- the ones who got it could not read or ”Want to just then, but however would not be so mean and take it Owner he would read it for them. t 1the value of the whole article, I"? ghee the public an example 15 bred in this country. in Lindsay. . FJfimes McKinnon paid a. flymg ; Week to friends in Hartley. . “Hiaggie Gilmore of Buffalo 13 fsen; visiting her friend, Mrs. S. ‘53 Annie C. Campbell has return- ‘me after spending a week with , in Lindsay. ‘33 Annie D. Campbell and Miss 93mpbel] have returned to their ‘ . HARTLEY '_ IMP Barker spent Esfitcr with 13 “591' spending Easter with Parents. Bit-making has begun again, and r'pulls we expect will soon be the of the d3Y- The first of the “Wk place .on the evening (or 15 strong, anu 1 um um. taking second place. 1 don’t have to. My stock is halter, and my prices. .TER TERM and 8° s wort place on the evening (0" about mldnight) of Aplil 6th, '" number of the most; popular :. men of ”the Cool” with a. few 11' friends from [kn mmfint‘hnn L. WHITE LETTERS FROM PRINGLE M°OREA WHITE. than any other place BOOTS and . .from. - . - and I am not fl‘mn the surrounding Lindgay's country assembled in a maple woods of a farmer who lives in the suburbs of the above mentioned town. What a jolly crowd they were at thatâ€"we cannot call it a tafiypull, nor yet a sugaring-ofi', for the- delicious liquid was “beginning to taste good,” as little Neil was saying. when a young man who happened to be passing came on the Scene. And lo! what a sight met his gaze ! All were seated around a bright. cheering fire with their chief “Big Neil” at the front, singing and talking with their toot-wear hanging up to dry and eagerly waiting for the tafi‘y which never came. How delight- ful were their expectations, but how sad their disappointment. for alas, the syrup was spilled, and away ran chickens, ducks, geese, calf, cow and all. Next morning many a barefoot track going in every direction“ from the camp told the sad tale of a night’s fun, ‘ that might have been”. Where were Johnnie’s boots when the light went out 2 Mr. Thos. Sisson o! Lambton gave us a. call on Friday lash. Mr. W'. deis has completed the plans for the erection of a. commodious dwelling. Mrs. A. Evans of Yelverton is visit. ing her many friends here, ere her departure to the West. Mr. Geo. Peters, teacher of Salem. and Mr. T. A. Mill, teacher of Mount Pleasant, spent: their holidays in our midst). Our enterprising merchant, Mr. A. Argue hnving to band a. general line of spring goods, announces his second spring opening. Mr. N. Mills, our genial blacksmith, has secured the services of Mr. Helson of Lindsay ; he too has already become a favorite, especially with some of the hit sex. The last regular meeting of the Temperance Society was held on Friday evening, the 14th, when the Rev. D.N.Drew delivered a. lecture on the work of prohibition. Mr. J as. Morrow is on the road buy- ing eggs for Mr. Hadden of Franklm. He pays the highest cash price, “opposition is the life of trade.” Look out. for him Alf. The Y. M. C. A. of Lindsay will run their annual- excursion to Prospect Park, Oshawa, via Port Perry, on May- 24th, 1899. There will be a grand program of sports, base ball. foot ball, bicycles races, etc. Keep the date in mind. Watch for large posters. Mr. Steve Langton of Kippewa. lake passed through our village on Tuesday. He gives a glowing account of the-.t district especislly Lake Temiacamingne, which he describes as beautiful, charm- ing and enchanting, so much so he says that tourists after seeing it find- ing it difficult to express a‘l they feel in its praise, simply say it must be seen to realize its charms which words fail them to illustrate. Surely this description of the country should make his visit here a successs. FENELON FALLS Mr. R. S. World spent a. few days in Toronto this week. Mr. R. J McLsnvblln of Lindsay Spent Mood-y as the Fella. Mice E. Austin returned to her school in Lsxtou on Saturd zy. ‘ A -| T.‘ i‘, Aw..- vâ€" wâ€"â€"â€"... ‘_ u‘h‘ir. E. Avery returned to the Falls from Deeeromo last week. Mr. W. Ingram of Toronto it the guest of his uncle. Mr. G. Martin. Mr. G. L) tle of the Watchman-Ward" spent last Friday at the Falls. Mr. H. Austin returned to the Falls on Friday from 3 business trip to Toronto. Miss Bonnell of Boboaygeon spent 3 few days at Mr. J as. Dickson‘s last week. Dr. and Mrs. A. Wilson returned home on Saturday, after spending a few days in Toronto . Ivuvv - “Rev. Mr. Valentine preached two splendid sermons in Sb. Andrew’s church last Sunday. Mr. J. Twomey spent Saturday in Lindsay. He attended the funeral of the lute Mrs. Spretb. or. - --0 1' 1'3 7‘-.. __L‘__ Mrs. Fowler and Miss L. Fowler return- ed home last Thursday from a two weeks' visit with friends at the Falls. Mrs. Woods of Gooderham left on Friday for Buffalo, after spending a few days with her sister, Mrs. John Austin. The ice in the lakes has not given yet. although the power of water at present passing over the Falls is something trem- endons. Mr. LT. Polsem has opened a black- smithing shop on Francis-sh, and will. we feel snre, prosper, as he is a general favorite. ."vv- 5-; Mlsszoby Hughes accompanied her fame: to the Falls on Fndsy, and was the guest of Miss McArthur during her stay. Mr. John Ellis is busy putting a new bottom in the “Dawn” and generally overhauling the host, to be ready for the opening of navigation. I I E -LA__. â€"'-'LAA n- vunâ€" v- â€"â€" . ”on Friday 133°: a brief storm visited us, during which one flash of electricity struck a dog on Colborne-st. and slightly shocked four by-standers. The lecture given by Col. S. Hughes, M.P., in Dickson’s hall on Friday even- ing was very largely attended, several hundred people being unable to gain entrance. Both the lecture sun the slug- ing of Miss McFadyen were very much appreciatei. as also was Miss Mlllar’s recitation. This account: is hearsay, as your humble correspondent was unable to gain admittance. which misfortune was owing. no doubt. to his large stature, be being a sort of “Hercules” and “Samson" combined . UVIU vauvâ€" . The “ Temple of Fame ” was presented in Dickson’s hell on Wednesday evening, April 12th, by the Ledlee’ Auxiliary of St. Andrew’s church, ably assisted by the sisterhood of St. Jemee‘. The entertain- ment was a splendid success in every respect. the parts being well chosen and splendidly sustained. The costumes were LI FF 0RD excellent, and the management could not have been surpassed, while all did so well and looked so well it is impossible to par- ticularize, but the hall was jammed and the verdict of all present was that the presentation ot the piece would have been 9' credit t0 8 City, and that our village has reason to feel proud of the talent of her ladies. At the close of the entertainment, Rev. Mr. Leitch moved a vote of thanks to the ladies for their splendid evening's entertainment, and requested them to repeat the performance at an early date. The motion was seconded by Mr. Fall's and carried unanimously, and as a conse- quence it is expected that the "Temple of Fame" will be, again presented in the near future. We are happy to state that the ladies cleared fifty dollars by the SALEMâ€"EMILY Mrs. Thompson is visiting her paygnts: Mr. 39d Mrs. Henry Padget. u t-.. entertainment . 'Ilyutw. ‘leg "a.“ .IAbUD “v.-â€"J Mr. James Courtney, contractor for the new Methodist church, Will com- mence erecting the edifico noxb _week. Mr. Georg; Enghsh is slowly re- covering from his long illness, and all will be pleased to see him around 3 am. gOur worthy bachelor, Mr. Richard Padget, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Miss 'Young of Harvey, on Wedneggigy, APnl 12bh._ The bays are talking of re-organiz: ing their foot ball club in this district. It) is their intention, to commence practising as soon as the ground dries up. Make it a success boys. Don’t. let Duneford best you this year. Mr. Elmor Killaby orE Bobcaygeon has resumed his work with Mr. R J. Kennedy, this being the fifth season for him to work for Josh. There must be some attraction. Elmor’s brother, Bert, has taken a position with George Kenned‘V‘. Mr. VF. Courtney of Prince Albert, N. W. T.. who was visiting friends and relatives around here. has returned to the West). On his way down here he had charge of a car ot cattle for Mr. Boyd of Bobcaygeon, which he disposed of at Guelph. The Y. M. C. A. of Lmdsay will run their annual excursion to Prospect Park, Oshawa, via Port Perry, on May 24th, 1699. There will be a grand program of sports, base ball. fool: ball, bicycle races etc. Keep the date in mind. Watch for large posters. The recent rain storms and the snow which fell on Sunday morning has made the ground very wet, which will retard seeding operations considerable. although if the weather cantinnes dry seeding will commence in about a week’s time. The rain and snow has also put the roads in a very muddy condition. Mr. and Mrs. David Kennedy. sr., have taken up their reSIdence with their son-in-lsw and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. T. Johns. Mr. and Mrsp Kennedy are so old now that they are not able to take the care or responsi- bility upon themselves of running their own farm, and have given it to their son Josiah, who now has full possession of the old homestead. Mr. Eddy Thurston, who his been conducting the cheese {notary at Dunsford. and who has gone to Lind- say to reside, has sold the business to a joint stock company, which comprises most of the patrons. A rushing busi- ness is looked forward to during the coming summer. Mr. John Vout has ‘ the contract for drawing this summer’s milk of the line, this being the fourth season he has drawn milk from here to the Dunsiord factory. NORTH OPS The Y. M. C. A. of Lindsay will run their annual excursion to Prospect Park, Oshawa, via Port Perry, on May 24th 1899. There will be a grand program of sports, base ball, foot ball, bicycle races, etc. Keep the date in mind. Watch for large posters Ammsss we PRESENTATION.â€"Some of the patrons and shareholders of North Ops cheese factory met at the residence of John Jackson, the secretary-treasurer, and presented him with an address and purse. Mr. Robert Agnew, the president, after making a few remarks read the following address : To Mr. John Jackson, secretary-treas-; urer of the North Ops cheese and butter factory: Dear Sinâ€"A number of the patrons of the North Ops cheese and butter factory, reOOgnizing your devotion as secretary-treasurer: of the factory, to everything pertaining to the best interests of all concerned, in guarding at all times its welfare, and knowing also that the salary received by you for the perform- ance of the duties of that office has here- tJfore been not sufficient recompense for the time expended and trouble taken by you in connection therewith, are desirous of showing to you in some way that your efforts have not been overlooked and will not soon be forgotten by those who have so largely benefitted therefrom, and also their appreciation of your services in their behalf. It now, therefore, affords me, at their request and in their name, very much pleasure to present to you this purse of money as in a measure indicating their gratitude for the very‘ efficient man- Inn‘s- Bâ€" ner in "Which you have 'herotofore dis- charged your duties as secretary-treasurer -7--- LL- L-_A --â€"- of tie factory. and to express the hope that the patronemay at all times have the benefit: of the assistance of so conscientious and zealous an officer as you have proved yoursefi to be. ROBERT AGNEW, pres! dent, on behalf of tbe eubecrlberu. uou U, V â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€"â€" Mr. Jackson replied as follows: Mr. president and patrone,â€"I feel indeed grateful to you for your very flattering address, also for the purse. There is a gaying that money is the all important factor. but I appreciate your confidence and good will above everything else. I astute you anything I have done in com nection with the factory was done with the best intentions, knowing that the future prosperity of the factory depended on the honest and efficient management THE WATCHMAN-WARDER: LINDSAY. ONT. D ‘CC‘Q “MCCWCOQ” ‘Q‘Q‘. «“W” ‘CM‘. 011R USUAL 600]) LIJEK §At the Big Dom Gibson Sale! V"'"A of the name. Some of us has had1 differences, but; we___are only human. “luv-vâ€"vv-’ vâ€". . . hope everything will go on agreeatle in the future and there will be nolll-will. I assure you I have none to any one. I might say in conclusion that whoever your officers are in the future they will have my support in everything pertaining to the welfare of the factory . THEY WILL KEEP Bunâ€"Mr. Fred Hobbs is the htppy dad of another good looking eon. Valentin population has grown rapidly during the peat: year. The Y. M. C. A. of Lindsay will run their annual excursion to Prospect Park, Oshawa, via Port Perry, on May 24th 1899. There will be a grand program of sports, base ball, fool: ball, bicycle races, etc. Keep this date in mind. Watch for large posters. Ham: AND THERE.-â€"Mr. W. A. Scott: of Lindsay was among our visitors fora few days last week ...... Miss Libble Carpenher has returned, having spent a pleasant two week, with :frlends in Lindsay ...... Miss Emma Gross is also spending a few well earned holidays with her friend, Miss Edith Taylor of Lindsay. The Y. M. C. A. of Lindsay will run their annual excursion to Prospect Park, Oshawa, via Port Perry, on May 24th 1899. There Will be a. grand program of sports. base ball, foot ball, bicycle races etc. Keep obis date in mind. Watch for large posters. IT'S Goon 1'0 BE Humâ€"The happy return of good times has Always brought us a number of up-to-dete parties. Dur» ing the push few weeks the hearty thanks of the young people of this place are due Messrs. S. Starr, J. Swain, D. Thomp- eon, V. Ray and J. Found, who have so oourteously treated the young folks to several good hoe-downs. Many of our old time residents will learn with plea- sure that it: is atill_¢ood to be here. 'I Dutv wuw- -- .â€" ..___ WAS MUCH REERMED.â€"The Peak sisters, the well known entertainers, Our usual Good Luck attended us at the Great Clothing Sale held in Montreal last week by the retiring wholesale Cloth- thiers, Messrs. Doull Gibson. We have brought all our Good Luck to Lindsay, and haxe knocked the lids off the boxes and bales containing many hundreds 01 dollars wo1th of the Picked from the CREAMIEST goods t ...... had to offer...... If goods well bought are hall 531d, these Suits and Overcoats will soon be all turned into the ready cash. 'v'vva'V' « $310 “ $415 “ $490 “ $595 u $6 25 “ $6 80 “ $715 AAAAAAAAMM The Auctioneer’s Hammer dropped to our bid, which was only a small per- centage of the value of the goods, and now we turn them over to the people of Victoria at Prices like these :â€" -$4 00 Suits for only $2 45 .J. Gough’s Great Stroke of Business in Montreal. ~34 oo \ VALEN TIA LINDSAY IS IN LUCK CHUICEST SPH us has had our T HE \VONDBRF UL CHEAP MAN $3.10 $¢Is $490 $595 $6.25 who were so highly spoken of by their losal menagers, Messrs. John and J. M. Swain. and under whose able manage' men: they were expected to give us one of their eclipse entertainments here, owing to some hitch failed to put in an appearance. This great disappointment to our citizens was caused no doubt by the bad state of the roada or some trifl- ing neglect on the part of the good natured managers, who painfully regret having diseappointed not only themselves but their good looking company also. We wish these young gentlemen better luck next time. SUM WON. Der leedle boy vot yust arrived Abould some veoks ago, His voice was learning for to make Dot noise vlch is a crow. Und also somedlmes ven I vent Und sboke mit him a vile He tvlsts his leecne “canal-punt “fin‘d-Iliikes vo'tV is’ a smile!â€" I Yonder vot to call him? 3 ask dot loodle boy himself Vot name he (links vlll do. Und den he makes a funny vlnk Und says py me, “Ah. Goo!" 'Ah Goo! dot is a Chinese name! I guess not he doan’d like To be called dot ven hegroys uh, â€"vllzlbhwb_é‘di{ler 1d “.13 Mike! I vondcr wt 1 call him? NE SUNS AND UVEREUMS Some say Thomas, Some say Tim; Some say Stephen, Some say Jim: Some say Diederich, Some say Mat: Some say Dunlel, Some say Put; Some say Goethe. Some say Choe: Vot to call him I I doan'd know. Some say Ilnlu Some say Net; Some say Vllh)! 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