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FENELON FALLS Prof. J. H. De. Silberge, the cele- brated eyeâ€"specialist from Germany wi:l be at the Mansion House, Feneâ€" Ion E4118, on Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 1ch and 20th. Eyes tested free of charge, Those having weak or imperfect eyes shoald not fail to consult the professor. Satisfaction guaranteedâ€"49 -3 vicinity. Mr. L. Polland of Cadamus spent Sunday in our village. " “â€"A-‘I câ€"n LI. ":7qu. Miss E. Marshall has returned home from Scugog island after a shoru visit with Mrs. Jackson. The Sunday school scholars are nraccicing for their annual Xmas Uuuu“) -â€" v.._ Miss L. Pan-17770? Lotus spent Sun- dav under the parental roof. Miss Minnie Hawe lefb Tuesday for Beavernon on a short visit with friends. __ ‘ 1 I_.__.A The SundaY practicing for entertainment. Cu! Cl Luz-.1 ulvtnv- 50 dozen men’s heavy suspenders‘ from 15:. to 50¢. at Graham’s, the King Clothier of Lindsay. ‘ Our present: teacher in the north scholl Mr. W. Marshall, is apparently giving estxsfscuion, as he has been re engaged for the ensuing year at) an advanced salary. Miss Sowden has been re-engaged for the south school. We wish both teachers success. SON YA Miss Swab McPhail, professional nurse of New York, is home for the Christmas holidays. Graham, the King C'othier of Lindsay Can save you from $2 to $3 on your suit or Overcoat. Try him. On the 23rd of last month an interesting event: transpired an the residence of Mr. Duncan McMillan, when his eldest. daughter Jane was or-x-i'tgdgn the bonds of matrimony to Mr. Wm. Thorbum, formerly of this place, but now school teacher at ‘- - -- n mun». rm... Plat}, vâ€"v Dostview, North Toronto. The young couple departed on the evening train for their new home, carrying with them the best) wishes of all for treir future happiness. Another of those events where two Colds are -Luv'u~_ -_ are made one occurred on the 6th inst. at rhe residence of Mr. Samuel Thorburn, when his eldest daughter Annie was united in marriage to Mr. George Williamson in the presence of a. goodly number of relatives and friends Rev. J. W. Macmillan of Lindsay tied the nuptial knot. Con- gratulations followed, after which all sat down to a sumptuous repeat. The presents were choice and suitable, also numerous The happy couple left Blackwster on the evening train for an extended trip in New York state. Mr. Andrus, formerly of Lindsay. has become a permanent resident here. LL ‘‘‘‘‘‘ Graham, the King Clothier of Lind- say, will Compare his $5 ulster with any 37 ulster in Linden . Kennedy d: NtChOllS are busy pre- paring to move their mill, having purchased 50 acres of timber limits five miles soth of here. Many of our loyal citizens aracom- plaining of illegal fishing through the ice, destroying all prmpecos of any trolling when the maps; 8r.0u comes. Mr. R'chsrdson, stock buyer, has purchased a lot. from T. Stephensonâ€"â€" the Clarke lotâ€"wih a view of a. banking company coming here. ‘ I1 ,1, 61 Rich. Morton has sold out his black- smithing business to Mr. Jamieson, but will continue to live here for some time, manufacturing clothes racks which he has secured the control of. The parents, sisters and brothers of Sergt. MrCrea are anxiously looking for the Cansdisn’s first engagement. If a. second contingent is organized te go to the Transvaal, how many brave volunteers will want to go from the county of Victoria. to fight, not to see the country this trip. Sergt. Mc- Crea was one ot the few who went Crea was one or line rew wno wuuu expecting to fight), instead of a. “picnic,” the anticipation of many who were eager on going. FIN GERBOARD Mr. Norman Osborne was the guest of Mr. :Iamea of Zion on Sunday. Mr. Richard Prise, wife and daughâ€" ter of Saintfield spent. Sunday with their parepta._ ‘ r '9 ”gun-) Mr. J friends last. Mr. Levi Sparks of Little Britain was the guns of his brother Mr. J. Sparks on Sunday. Do you take the Watchman -Warder? No paper takes the interest in your welfare it. does. I v-â€"â€"-â€" v Mr. BAA. Trip is said to be improv- ing afou- having an attack of typhoid fever. _ , Mrs McKinnon has gone ton to vism her son Dr. M: that place: ‘I’ l, DUDU rauwv- Mr. Morrison Mark, wife and daughter 0 ra, spent: Sunday with her morhrr in O ~kwood. Mr. Tm». Hancock of Linden Valley LETTERS FROM JANETVILLE '8 very prevalent in this ggfiv‘Byam and fami'ly visited near Pods Perry on Sunday OMEMEE as gone to Brigh Dr. McKmnon of paid his friends a flying visit here last) week. Mr. Wm. Beecrofu, who is attend- ing’the Port Perry High School, spent Saturday and Sunday under the ladies at) quilting held at) Mr. Geo. Smith’s, it being the anniversary of his daughters‘birthday. In the even. ---“"--~An hurl WJ _- ladies at quilting held at Mr. Geo. Smith’s, it being the anniversary of his daughters birthday. In the even- 9. number of young gentlemen had been invited to mapect the work and assist the ladies in singing and playing , A: ‘kfi games till the morning. Mr. H. Webster or nirxumu aye... Tuesday at the F slls. Mr, I. Marrs, of the mail service, spent: Saturday and Sunday the guest of his uncle Mr. W. McArthur. Dr. Jeelauds, dentist of Lindsay, will be at the McArthur house, Fenelon Fall, on Tuesday. Dec. 19th. Remember the date and call early. 40 dozen Men’s fleece-lined Uhder- ‘ wear, only 35c at) Graham’s, the King lothier, 2 doors east of Benson House, Lindsay. Our usually quiet village was thrown, intoastate of terment on Thursday of last week, by the report that: Mr. David Varcoe was missing from his home. Mr. Varcoe was one of our quiec inoffensive citizens and the anxiesy felt, as the rumor spread, was almost universal He was last seen on Tuesday evening bet- ween seven and eight o’clock. No "*7 1â€" “a-.. 5:. V AFUUO "CID qu v. vâ€"â€" 1 ,, citizens and the anxiety felt, as the rumor spread, was almost universal He was last seen on Tuesday evening bet- ween seven and eight o’clock‘ No‘ search was made on Wednesday, his friends thinking he had gone to see some friends residing in the corutry. About seven on Tuesday evening he entered the works of Mr. F. Sandford and conversed for a short time with the night watchman. From this face the idea has gained ground that he fell into the canal. as the night was an exceedingly dark one and the canal in many places dangerous. Since j*~‘ LA and canal in many places dangerous. oluuu then everything has been done to find his body if it rests in the water. The canal was dragged last week without. result and by Saturday the searcher: were beginning to think he might, for some unexplained reaaon. have gone away. This theory was again upset on Sunday ‘afternoon. by the finding of Mr. Varcoe'e cap on the point of land which stretches out behind Mr. Sandford’e mill. between A- "A-â€"A-lfl out ”011qu Ill-.- w“--- the canal and the river-.7 on Monday the dragqlng of the upper canal was resumed. and on Tuesday a diver came from Lindsay and descended in several places. Up to the time of writing the body has not been found. The greatest sympathy is felt for the wife and family of the unfortunate man by the public at arge. large demand. Our product is well known to the public for their excellent quality and fine finish. Ornamental fruit cakes a specialty. Prices to sumâ€"498. I). I). THATFHER. ! On Tuesday, the 5th lnst., Mr. D. D. Thatcher passed away at his residence, 54 Tecumseth-sn. Toronto. He was 67 years 1 of age and until about four years ago re- sided in this town. Sixty-three years ago he came to Lindsay with his fatner in an ox-cart. These were the earlv dam and Purdy’s mills had just -be u to operate. The Purdys were cousins o deceased. Mr. Thatcher lived in this town from that time till 1893 when he moved to Toronto. lie was fliuuug the first Orangemen of this count), and in fact was the first standard- bearer of the charter lodge. A staunch conservative. Mr. [hatchet was foremost in the antivil lee ogthat part3. Since go- â€"- mt. . Dakar D DDS 5|" I'lIluo v. vâ€"â€"- r..- - ing to Toronto Mr. and Mrs. Thatcher made numerous frauds, who now join the aged widow and family in mourning the departed. The family consists of one son and four an’uers, of whom Mrs. R. M. Bonnel. bf \\ uliamost. north, is the eldest. -â€"Sunday was stranger-3’ day in the pul- Sb. Andrew's was preéching at. Cobourg and Rev. Mr. Hague Ul. Wukuâ€" v--â€" and evening. Next Sunday evening Mr. Macmillan will preach on municipal matters Rev. Hickman, late of the Church Missionary Society’s work in China, spoke ‘ of christianitv’s prosgects in that land. In the evening Rev. Ra t. Emberson, a young Methodist who soon leaves for the mission field in Japan, conducted the services in the Cambridge-st Methodist church. He also addressed a meeting of the Christian l Endeavor Monday night. An effort is being made by the societies of Cannington and Lindsay districts to support Mr. Ember- son in the foreign field. lieis very popular in these districts having been 'unior nastor at Little hritain and 0a wood pastor .at Little britain and uanwwu some tune ago. -â€"On Monday afternoon Prof. Dyson Hague of chiifl‘e, Toronto. addressed a meeting of the St. Paul’s Y.M.A. on the McAil Mission in Paris. He spoke in the highest terms of the beautiful streets of Paris and the neatness of even the artisan class who take their outings on them. At ‘night Mr. Hickman and the professor addressed auubiic meeting in the school room. Missionary topics were discussed. Sons of Scotland Entertainment Grampian Camp boos of Scotland have‘ engaged the eminent. reader and elpcut- bionisr. Miss Tessa McCallum for an enter- tainment in the Academy of Music on Monday (awning, Dec. 16th, in a select; program of popular readings by well- known authors. The program will be interspersed by several novel featurex-i. ‘ making a night of genuine pleasure at not; Loo long durauon, with no tedious waits. Concluding With the patriotic song, “Sol- dlers of the Queen" and tableaux represent- ing tpe Queen‘s soldiers, nurses and .. mnblnnn wan-v “fattv UUIHZIII‘IH"; .- wu . diers of the Queen’Turfd tableaux represent- ing the Queen's soldiers, nurses and wounded red coats, making a. verv prettv eii‘ect which has been repeated several times in other cities. and for the first time here. The officers of Sons of Scotland Camp heartily endorse Miss McCailum and promise those who attend Monday eveningarare treat. Popular prices will prevail so as to give a great many an opportunity to attend: bee programs. Admission, 15, 25 and 300. Plan at Porter's bookstore, Hear Miss McCallum recite “The Absent-Minded Beggar.” On Dec. 6th, at Vancouver, B.C.. an audience after hearing the above piece actually threw on the stage money to the amount of $240. Subscribe for Watchman FENELON FALLS Webster of Kirkfield spam: Christmas Cakes. wee sma’ 'houraâ€"of the Church Notes. Obituary visit here lash ~Warder M. E. Tazney having decided to move about Jan. 10th, will dispos of his furniture at greatly reduced prices, consisting of Bedsbeads. Dining-room sens, Lounges, Springs, Mantressea, odd beds and iron bedsteads; A‘lso three folding Mantel Beds as coshâ€"~50 bf. Mr. Isaac Finley has his new mill near- ing completion. He will not begin to grind until the first of J anuary, In the mean. time farmers may exchange their grain for first-class flour and feed.â€"49-tf. Mv stock of Christmas Candies is very complete. The biggest and best asqort- ment of the choicest varieties we have ever carried. All from the leading mak- ers. We lead in! choice chocolates and creams. A h m...““-- An 9 The Provisional directors ot the Lindsay, Botcaygeon and Pant pool railway invite the ratepayers of. erulam to attend a. public meeting to be held at Dunsford to- morrow (Friday) evening, Dec. 15th, to dis. cuss the bonus by-law in aid of the railway about to be voted on. The chair will be taken at 7 o'clock sharp. Mr. J as. Leask of Greenback was among the most successful exhibitors at the recent F at Stock Show at Guelph. Mr. Leask secured the following priZes: On grade cattle under three years, 3rd prize ; steer between One and two, 2nd ; cow over three. 2nd ; heifer between two and three, let ; heifer between one and two, lst and 2nd ; steer or heifer under one year. lst; heaviest animal of any age 2nd, weight 2175 pounds. Railway Meeting at Dunsford CAMPBELL -â€"BARNES On Tuesday of last week Mr. Herbert Barnes of Cookstown, Simcoe county, and Miss Marry Campbell were joined in the holy bonds of wedlock. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. McD. Duncan, at the residence of the bride's parents. Mr. and Mrs. Donald Campbell. 14th con.. Mariposa, and was followed by a sum- ptuous wedding repast. Costly and num- erous wedding presents testified to the popularity of the bride. The happy couple left on the. evening train for Toronto, fol- lowed by the good wishes of a host of friends. â€"â€"M.rs. Allen of Oâ€"znemee spent Sunday in town with friends. â€"Mr. W111 McKianon, teacher of Bob- caygeon, is wriung a: the Model. -â€"-Warden Maxwell of Halibut-ton county was in wwn on Tuesday. Rev. J. A. McConnell otd Haliburton Moving to New Quarters -â€"Mr. 13...; Scott. who has resided In in the States for a number of years. is at. present. visiting his parents in town â€"Mr. A. E. Smbbock, the popular :mst- master at. Wopdville‘ was in town Secur- uuy Ull UUDluv .. M -- _, -V1rs. A. A. Scatt with her son thrlie, of Belleviile, are visiting Mrs. Scotti-s brother, Mr. Thos. Walton, Durham-st. -â€"Mrs. J. J . McCallum of Long Branch, Toronto, spent the past week visiting relatives and friends at Little Britain and in Verulsm her former home. â€"Miss A. L. Ward, formerly of the public school staff here, but now teaching in Manitoba, is spending her Christmas vacation with relatives in town. ‘ “7L--â€"Mnn. dav bn busine'rs. now-v - 7.30â€"The orchestra. 8.00â€"Lime Light. Views by Mr. W. H. Stevens and address by Mr. J. J. Kelso. - Sufiâ€"Violin solo by Mr. Peace, accom- panied by Miss Gregory. 8.55â€"The orchestra. 9.00â€"“My Mother-in-st." under the direction of Mrs. Paddon. 10.00â€"God Save the Queen. Admission 2.50. and 15c. VIVâ€" â€"Mlsl Caroline Kelly of Bobcaygeonv who has been an Inmate of the Toronto general hospital for the past all weeks. eed through town Saturday on her way ome. She was accompanied by her uncle Mr. J. C. Mitchell. DICKSONâ€"MARKIIAM.â€"On Nov. 22nd, in Chicago, at the residence of the groom's uncle. Mr. J .P Dickson to Miss Isabelle A's JA‘_ uuv- ___V Markham of Lindsay. MCNEILâ€"MOOREâ€"AB r'ene‘ \thuorda , Dec. 60h. by Rev Moaes Mc 'eill 0! ()ps to M Moon: of k’owles‘ Corners. Burmaâ€"As r n beloved wife of Mn years. 1 can to. THATCIIERâ€"On Thursday the 5th inst. at his residence, 54 '1‘ecumsebh~sn., Toronto. S. D. Thacher, aged 67 years. Fall Wheat per bushel. . . . Eyfp Wheat do do)... . . . . Buokwheat...... Barley, per buhol........ RYOOOOOOOOOCOOO O'C‘.l.. L)“OOOOOOOOIOOOQUOODO..- Peaa,small...:.. ......... LARK:- Pé“; Mummies. . . . . I .0 .. P633, Blue........no.... Blackeye pea» ...... . . . Potatoes per MEAT, POULTRY AND DAIRY Chickens, per lr......... Duckn,per ar........... Geese,porl ........ Bnbmrper tb............. Eg339p0rd0mn.....oou.o Turkeyspertb............ Ixflulbo per lb... coo-o... Hogs live weight per. mm. Hogs dressed per out) ...... Christmas Candies Lulu! U. pun. ............. Hogs live weight per. mm. 4 00 to 4 10 Hogs dressed per out) ...... 4 50 to 5 15 Beef. .......... ....~;... 400:0526 Farmem’ Hams per lb'. . . . . 5 00 to 6 00 GENERAL Hay, pet Mn ...... .... Len-d per lb............ Straw perload......... HiddflflBGOfou... a... WATCHMAN-WARDER : Ll . A. S. Entertainmet To Farmers l of entertainment in aid of the the Children’: Aid Society on ec. 15th. at the Academy of The Lindsay Markets Good Stock Hymeneal. Personals At Peniel, Mariposa, Dec. lst, e of Mr. John Hardy, aged 73 Marriages do d0 .00. do do..... A. B. TERRY.â€"49-3. VEGETABL E8. Died; GRAIN. to Miss Eiizabeth DAIRY PRODUCE. 0 0 IO... 0 0 0 5.0 “05 6666 0000 mmmw mwmm 0000 700m 75 09t001 200t020 6'37 t0008 025 30 Ladies’ Satin Blouses, tucked across front, made of fine quality plain Satin, Colors Red, Purple, Mauve, Blue. Lined, special $5.00. Black Satin Blouses, Tucked Front, Lined, Special $395- Colored or Black Jersey Blouses,_'Tucl-<eAd Front HNE FUHS ggaâ€"hrgidjfiifirfied, gpecial $1.3 5 and $2.00. Black Opossum Rufl's, with four fine Sable Tails, made in latest style, special $4.00 Brown Goat Mufls, large siZC, splendid imitation of Sable, special $1.95. Sable Rufis, Sable Mufi's, Collarettes, Caperines, Caps and Collars in a variety of styles. MEN’S NECKWEAH FUR XMAS e are prepared to sustain our reputation for Nobby Xmas Neckwear. “The Puff", “The Knot”, “The Flowing End”, “Derby”, are all represented here in a variety of styles and many, many colorings, 25c and 50c. 7 4 “w Mu A large LADIES’ BLUUSES It IVIUllS, large SIZC, Splencm IIIllLdLlUII , special $1.95. 5, Sable Muffs, Collarettes, Caperines, i Collars in a variety of styles. J. Sutcliffe Sons 2100 Linen Collars, in all popular sift: Point or Extra High Tum-Dawn 13¢ each or 2 for 25¢. Ladies’ Black Astrachan Jack- ets, Fine Glossy Curl, Farmer Satin Lined, $22. 50. LADIES’ EDSIUMES Ladies’ Tailor-made Rough Serge C o s t u m e s, lined throughout, regular price $8 90, for $7.50. Ladies’ All-Wool English Venetian Cloth Costumes, lined throughout, regular price $12.75, for $9 90. Mantles, Capes. Children’s Ulsters. at reduced prices. NAMON EVERSOX'SE Lindsay Ba T031115" Ladies’ and Men’s UMBREL‘ Ladies’ 23 ir_1._top_ Umbrellag, with stégl “11,0 handle, with silver mountings, special 31:0; Men’s 25 in. top steel rod Umbrellas, With handle and silver mountings, special 31m Better qualifies, $1.25, $1.30 and $2.00 ' C1 Silk, Fawn, Linen, in an endless variety Ladies’ Fancy Embroidered fine Lam chiefs, special I 5c each. 2 for 2 3c. Ladies’ Hemstitched Lawn Handkerchief; Embroidery at comers, extla Special 10; for 25c. Men’s 20 in. Hemstitched Silk Hand with 1% in hem, special 25c. Men’s 22 in. Hemstitched Twilled Silk Ha: chiefs, with 1% in. hem, special 50c. Men’s Fine Black Clay \Vorsted Coats and Vests, made in Skirt style, with heavy Italian Cloth Linings, perfect in fit, all wool. special $7. 50. Men’s Black Venetian \Vorsted Coats and Vests, ( skirt style) with Mohair bindings and good linings, $6. 50. Men’s Black Worsted Pants, all wool, special $2.75, $2.50 and Skates, . Hockey sucks, MEN’S ELUTHING HANDKERCHIEFS... DECEMBER pec 7L fen,"