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(Over Five Hundred Delegates in Attend- ance. Special Correspondence to the Reporter. The largest representative gathering that ever struck this town has been in session here for the past two days. The High Court of Ontario, Independent Order of Foresters has on its present bases of repre- sentation a. membership of over 620, over five hundred of these were present. Some arrived Saturday. And on Monday they came pouring in by all trains. The hotels are crowded to their utmost capacity. The arrangements made by the Local Court, Court Samia, N o 55, one of the oldest and strongest in the Order were very complete. The town was handsomely decorated, and everyone seemed anxious to make the visitors feel at home. The delegates are a fine body of men. The majority of them are under forty years of age. The average age of the membership being only about 34. SIXTEENTH ANNUAL MEETING OF THE HIGH COURT OF ONTARIO. R. R. ELLIOT. EDITOR AND PROPRIETOR IHDEPENDENT ORDER OF FORESTERS The order now has over 52,000 members in 1380 Subordinate Courts and 25 High Courts. Seven High Courts were organized since lst May by the Supreme Chief Ranger Oronhyatekha, M. D. There are now five High Courts in Great Britain, six in‘ Canada, the balance in the United States. Twelve years ago the membership of the entire Order was only 396. compared with 52,000 110w. Twelve years ago Ontario had only 369 members where now there are 21,700. {Twelve years ago the Order was hampered with a. debt of $4,000. To-day after paying nearly $1,600,000 in claims, the order has a reserve of over three-quarters of a. million dollars. No wonder that the order is con- fident and aggressive. For the year ending Slst July, 19,439 made applications for add- mission into membership. Of these 5,386 were from the banner jurisdiction the High Court of Ontario. Both the method and results when Syrup of Figs is taken; it is pleasant and refreshing to_ :nhe taggte, and acts 1’7: 3.. ___ Sharpe on the stroke of ten the High Chief Ranger Bro. Rev. A Macgillivray of Toronto brought down his gavel and called the High Court to Order. Notwithstanding the unusually large attendance, the majority of whom are new men, the work of organiz- ing went on rapidly and smoothly. And the High Court was well into its work before the close of the first sederunt. The following officers are in attendance :â€" EIGH STANDING COMMITTEE. H.C.R., Rev. A. Macgillivray, 281 Lansdowne Ave, Toronto. P.H.C_.R., David Millar, 133 Bathurst Street, hm, ! ...}Â¥VC .036 7 7 Toronto. .J.C C. Baird. Hamilton. J. B. Halkett, 347 McLaren Street, AUDITORS. ‘W. 8.1 gllne, Toronto. J. S. R. McCann, King- 5 n. Ottawa. H.Treas.,Atwe11Flemin .London. H. COun., L.T. Barclay, hitb . 1!. Phys” 0. Day Clark, M. D.. amworth. INSPECTOR. C; C. Whale, 82 Major Street, Toronta. APPOINTED OFFICERS. B. Chap.. Rev. John McLaren. Carp. IL J. $2 Thomas Lawlesi Tyrantgi _ 44m 35-4 Miwrt'er, M.P. P., Toronto. .W. "I"? -W., ”A Collins. Toronto. B Mall - ory, Campb bellford. -B.. D A. Rose. Toronto. anankMadill, M. P. Beaverton. __H_. gong Mayor, Lord, Newmarket. H. Mes; Petei-‘Sffifiii' Von, Semis. Assist. H. Mes., Fred itzgerald, London. Aftor the Credential Committee reported new members were introduced, obligated and initiated into the High Court de . . {The High Chief Ranger appointed the ,var- nous Standing Committees. SAN FRANCISCO, CAL. "O‘JIFVILLE. KY. NEW YORK. 34'. Iv the millbrook 1keporter. THURSDAY. SEPTEMBER 7. 1893. BALIFDRNIA FIG SYRUP 00., ONE ENJOYS The report of the High Cniet hanger was a clear and comprehensive statement of the vear’s work and was received with marked espressions of approval. ' From the report it appears that the mem- bership in Ontario at present is over 21,700 as compared with 17,729 last year, The number of applications received during the year was 5,486, over 400 of these failed to pass the medical board. The lapses for the vear showed a. decrease as compared with former years. The number of deaths re- ported was 95, which shows the remarkable low average. of only 4% to the thousand. Among those mourned were several pro- minent Foresters, notably Inspector Wallace, an officer of great zeal and promise. The work done by the High Court officers Inspectors, Organizers, Deputies and others during the year was both extensive and successful. The High Chief Ranger’s own efforts on behalf of the Order were particul- ‘ ary notable. As he made 106 visits to 1 Courts, gave 76 addresses, preached 15 p ‘ special sermons, installed the otficers of 13: Courts. Conducted the funeral service of three departed brothers, dedicated two new halls. Travelled 10,446 miles wrote 1,125 letters and 300 post cards, sent out 3,000 circular letters as well as 10,000 circulars and 5,000 copies of the Forester for canvass- ing purposes. In addition to this he issued Court Deputies Commissions to the number of 657, 35 to District Deputies and 7 5 to Provincial Deputies. Up to the present 62 new Courts have been organized by Deputies of the High Court, a number in excess of the total number organized was chiefly done by__Deputies of :Surpremc Chief Ranger. urn.,,1- 1:___ ‘1‘“ “The work of Inspector Whale: for the year in visiting old and weak Courts, and in instituting new ones was more than usually successful and was warmly com- mended by the High Chief Ranger. The state of the Order in the provmce was never so satisfactory as at preSent. Not a single Court disbanded during the year, and 13 that had become dormant were reorganiz- ed. The best spirit prevails in all the 521 Courts in Ontario. And not a single appeal case is before the High Court. ‘ The revenue for the year was $12,670.52 an increase of over $2,500 on the preceeding year the increase from High Court dues was $1,345, and from Charter fees $852, $1,042 having been received from the latter source as compared with $190 for the preceeding year. The adoption by the High Court of the plan of paying delegates for the last two years and the large increase in the repre- sentation has caused a deficiency in the treasury, but- with the steady increase of revenue it is confidently believed that, the revenue and expenditure will be equalized during the coming year. 9“, Aftgr the presentation of the various re- ports the standing committees were named by the High Chief Ranger. The Distribu- tion Committee under the chairmanship of Mr. Daniel Rose, one of the veterans of the Order, was soon submitted, and each com- mittee was assi ned their special work. The address of we come by Court Sarnia was exceedingly cordial and elicited a gracious response from the H. C. R. The Civic ad- dress which was presented on the forenoon of the first day and read by Mayor LeSueur, who was accompanied by a large deputation, heartily welcomed the High Court, spoke in high terms of the work of the Order and extended the freedom of the town to mem- bers of I~Iigh Court; .1.“ II".- y-- '- . -v. __ The‘éecréia} ’s r: orb showed a. member- y P ship of over 21,000 on the first of J ulyâ€" this has been increaged by over 600 since. 4‘- A nâ€"A an vwâ€"v -v-r ~-_-_ The cordial relation existing between the Eigh and Sup 1eme Court were emphasised, a. high tribute paid to the high business and administrative ability of the Supreme Chief and his colleagues. , The Supreme Chief Ranger and High Chief Ranger replied 1n grateful and felicit- ous terms. A number of amendments to the constiu- tion had been submitted by Subordinate Courts. The committee on Constitution and Laws recommend against them with one or two exceptions and their finding was accepted by the High Court. Several changes on the recommendation of the Sup- reme Chief Ranger will probably be made by the Supreme Court at its meeting in Chicago. - A. var-r. ‘ m n 7‘ Del‘Egates from the High Courts of Eng- land, Scotland, Ireland, Wales and juris- dictions in the United States were intro- duced and warmly received by the High~ Court. The delegates from across the Atlantic impressed their Ontario brethren‘ very iavourably and each made clear and; able speeches on the principles of Forestry. The reports of the several committees were‘ carefully discussed, and, as a rule, the tone of the debates was earnest and courteous, showing the delegates’ desire for sound administration. The High Court clearly believes in its own importance, and all motions to reduce representation there, on the frequency of annual meetings were de- feated. This no doubt, is right at the pre- sent stage of the Order. Before adjourn- ment on Tuesday, nominees for representa- tives to Supreme Court were made, and on opening on \Vednesday morning the election of the officers of High Court for 1893â€"4 took place. This is always the important work of the convention as the High Stand- ing Committee give character to the work of the year. Their duties verge principally in that of High Chief Ranger and the elecâ€" tion of this officer is always attended with great interest. Bro Macgillivray conducted the affairs of his office during the year in an eminently able manner, and his annual re- port, and conduct of High Court proceedings won universalpraise. It was felt that; in the interests of High Court; Bro. M acgillivray should be re-clected to fihe chair and an exception make to the annual term system which has prevailed in past and the ballot decided accordin fly. The remaining members elected to the Ifigh Standing Committee are as follows :â€" ‘ H.V.C.R.â€"H. 4. gowns, Toronto. . Secretaryâ€"J. B. Halkett, Ottawa. . Treasurerâ€"A. Fleming, London. . Councillorâ€"J. T. chkey. Bothwell. . Chaplainâ€"Rev. E. Davis, L0ndon. . J. Secretary-T. Lawlegs, Parkdale. ‘“ Hifih Inspectorsâ€"C. C. W hale, Toronto; R. R. E iot, Mllibrook. High Aud.tors-J. McCanq, W. Miln. H. S. W’oodwardâ€"T. W. lebet, Sarnia. H. J. Woodwardâ€"Dr. McDermid, Glengarry. H. S. Beadleâ€"J. Hewar. Guelph. H. J. Beadleâ€"R. Abbs, Toronto. H. Conductorâ€"Ma. or Saunders, Stayner. H. Marshall, J. H. e ler, Ingersoll. High Mesqenger,‘C. erryfleld, Monkton. H. A. Messenger, C. Fltzgemld. \Velland. Peberboro was selected for the meeting- pla_o_e of file qext figgh Court. mi mm 1 . 1 A ‘ The following delEgates were elected to the meeting of the Supreme Court at Chi- 'f. Butler, Ottawa. A. H. Backus. A lmer. L T. Barclay. itby. H. A. Collins Toronto. of thg High Chfief Ranger was Catarrh is a CONSTITUTIONAL disease, 21nd requires a CONSTITUTIONAL REMEDY hke Hood’s Sarsaparilla to cure 1t. Read : v “Three years ago, as a. result of catarrh, I entirely lost m hearing and wags deaf for mote than ayear. tried various thmgs to cure 1t. and had several physicians attempt 1t, hut no imgrovement was ap arent. I cough! datin- gulsh no sound. was intendnl? putting myself under the care of a epecial 5 some one sug ested that possxbly Hood’s Sar- sa erxlla won (1 do me some good. I began ta mg 1t without the expectation of .any lastm help. To my surprise and from Joy I foun when I had taken three bott es thatm hem- !.n.g “fps rctlurnigg. I kept on til I had , ___ m. an!!! (“701- n v92} and I Deaf for a Year D. Miller, Toronto. Dr. McConnell. Toronto. Rev. A. Macgillivmy. Toronto. '1‘. A. Macgillivray, \thtby. T. W. Nesbit, Sarnia. ~ G. A. Proctor, Sarnia. D. A. Rose. Toronto. Dr. D. Rose. Toronto. 0. C. Whale, Toronto. High Court officers were installed with the usual ceremony, the customary votes of thanks were passed and the sixteenth High Court adjourned. Safe, Stu-e and Painless. \Vhat a. word of meaning this statement embodies. J 1151; what you are looking for, is it not? ?utnam’s painless coru extractor W85 returning-5o .; “v,” v-_ --__ 7 fl . ulg taken three more. It is now ovex ayear and I can hear perfectly well. I am troubled _but very little with the catarrh. I consider tlns a. remarkable case, and cordially recommend â€"Lhe great sure-pop corn cureâ€"acts in this way. It makes no sore spots; safe, acts speedily and with certainty; sure and mildly, without infiaming the parts; painlessly. Do not be imposed upon by imitations or substitutes. The Rate Fixed at Two Cents on the B01- lar. A meeting of the town council was held on Monday evening, when there were pres- ent Reeve Ferguson, and Couns. Clarke and Elliot, HOOD’S PILLS 7;“ purely vegetable, and do not purge, pun or gripe. Sold by all drunk“. to all who have catarrh.” HEW HICKS, 30 Carter Street, Rochester, N Y The following accounts were passed and ordered to be paid :- Fred McCorry, work ..................... $12 13 James Handley, salary and work ....... . 11 25 J oshua. McMahon, work ...... .. . . .. ...... 1 88 Jas. McNeish, work .................... 5 63 J. B. McMahon, work .................... 3 00 Alex. Strain, work ....................... 5 00 Thos. Nattrass, drawing gravel .......... 16 50 Ed. McCorry, work ....................... 5 00 ,7 _ ‘ . n An H. Bray,dréivinfigravel................‘. 6 00 J 05. Craig. drawing gravel .............. 17 85 Mr. G. W. H. Anderson complained of the condition of the sidewalk leading to his residence, and Couns. Elliot and Campbell were appointed a committee to have it placed in a proper conditon. _._. “ IN IN I , I , ,,__i._ 3.. Hood’s Sarsapayillg rm’l‘vhe Reez'e .anu Conn. Clarke were in- structed to have the roof of the fire hall reBa‘ired. ,._.. . c ‘1 ,,A!,,_.1-_ On motiiérl of Count. Campbell seconded by Coun. Bateson, Conn. Elliot was grant- e<yl one month’s leave of ab_sence. __ - ‘fi‘Vhâ€"evceuncil then took up the estimates and the rate was fixed at two cent-s on the dollar for all puypgses. N w 1‘ u. .I “TIâ€"1; igéuhcil adjourned until Monday evening next. ‘ Avoid All lnjurions Habits. Tea drinking is an injurious habit, and nervous people should be careful in the use of it. o It is not a food, it is not a. tonic, and if drunk strong it may be as baneful in its effects as brandy would be. Anyone who feels as if they were a. bundle of nerves should give up both tea. and tobacco, and use Membray’s Kidney and Liver Cure, which will help them to exist in comfort Without; them. Strayed to the premises of the undersigned on or about; the muddle of June last. a. yearling heifer, light red in color. The owner will lease prove property, pay charges and remove or. 3'2-3 A. H. Dixon, E Iimon. Rev. E. Davis, ondon. A. Fleming, London. A. W. Eraser, Ottawa J. H. Gllmour. Toronto: Jarvis Hope, Ottawa. W. R. Hickey, Bothwcll. S. Lowe, Kingston. ; THOMAS GILLQTT, cabinetmaker ‘8’ Do not. fail to call and see him, My. Kee a 0n hand a lar 6 stock of COFFINS, CA KETS and a1 kinds of Undertakers’ Goods. ~Bedroom, Parlor and all other_ kinds of Furmture. hand-made, at lowest pnces. Catarrh in the Head STRAY HEIFER. Tr. Herman Hicks Of Rochester, N. Y. TO "'N CO UNCI L. Caused by GEO. ARMSTRONG, Lot 4, 153 Con. Gavan. Undertaker, i ...... ...... 188 The finest. High Grade Engine Oils are Manufactured by 'FORCING THE SEASON We can’t change the Weather but we can Change our Prices. We start of!" this week with a double head of steam to make things boom in Clothing. Our prices are simply irresistible. They will make you buy in spite of yourseif. We carry on Our series of Bargain Day sales, and we make so that our Country Customers can have the benefit of the opportunity on Market Day. Every Wednesday Bargain Day We urge all buyers of Clothing to come in and see What w offer on Bargain Day. We quote below a few of the prices .r, that tell the tale of how well we will sell on Bargain pay 100 pairs Boys’ Knicker Pants, lined. ..... . . . . . 500 Blouses for boys, washable ............... 89 Blouse Suits, blue ........................ 38 Bovs’ Pleated Suits ....................... 125 Halifax Suits, all sizes ................... E LARDIN E The Wonderful Cheap Men, Llndsay and Peterborough. McCall’s Oils Champion Gold Medal Oil of the Dominion. IvicOOL'L BROS. OO., TORONTO. McCOLL'S La Y LUV UEK U! L wear twice as long- as any other make. GOUGH BROS. ,( KWranonofHerDsaRoots the Medina! Properties ufwmch Is selling Groceries, wCrockery, Glassware, Fancy China, Silverware, and other lines of goodsâ€"for cashâ€"2O to 30 per cent. cheaper inn any one else in town. Reason whyâ€"rciring from business as advertised. Don’t you forget it. Give us a. call and see for yourself. Eggs and good butter taken in exchange for goods. ' SPECIAL REDUCTIONS. rs CYLINDER OIL wm ARE THE BEST. 800 Suits from $3.50 down, for ........ ‘. . 100 dOzen Flannelette Shirts ............ 200 dozen Four- in-hand Ties, Silk, 5 for” 500 dozen Knock- about Hat-s, for ...... .. . cum- to (-93% WITH "fines: VHLUABLE Rm‘gm’, '09 \ PURIFYING THE BLOOD Cusliveness. lndngestmnflyspeusia.Sum Emmaci HEADALHE AND MINES; For sale by all leading dealers in the country R. DEYELL. 181 39c. 25c. 75c. MACHINE . . OIL. . . 25 SPEC .â€"Mr. and Mrs. ‘ 0g densburg are vi denoe of Mr. J. D â€"Mr. \V. S. Pi< turned from their on \Vednosday las â€"Mr. R. J ,. 130 last among the ca bee river. FRI DA' .55pr am. â€"Mi;s May 4 brother, Bzary, a Brunswick. â€"A meem'g; of county Show aa'ili afternoon. good as neim A. T. ELLIOT will be atria. T.‘ â€"-If you are tinct 'u'sicm «sons â€"Mise Sing of 1 the guesv._<rf her sis â€"â€"M:. and Mrs Manda; for their 1 -â€"â€"Drag apprent at (meets A. T. E: EYI â€"â€"-Miss Lime P4 the management c establishment in n! in W'estem Omar: â€"â€"Mr. J. C. on “’ednesdaj'. -â€"-The Salvation Han est thanksgi baxracks here Satd day and Tuesday 1: Queen city 0:123:11 -â€"-Mr. and Mrs.‘ are guests of Mr. ( â€"Miss Bertha i visiting friends u. â€"â€"The council meeaing next Mon â€"-â€"-Mr. S. \. Ra; town visiting frieu â€"Mr. Henry is Visiting friends i â€"-Dr. F. H. M1 nesday for Liverp of further knowh with his professior -â€"Rev. Mr. Th‘ occupied the Meth Sabbath last. Re preached at Omem< v â€"â€"-The duck sh0< on Friday last. I of our local sports full list of the gan‘ â€"Just arrixed Co’s, a. comple fa.“ hats. the exhibitio -â€"Miss VVEite, 1:1 ‘inery department ‘ ‘ ’sgtore, is in Tori styles for the fall U -â€"â€"The firemen m on Tuesday evening was found to be in dition and the t showed as much ac seaSOnable g s i Grain Cradles, ‘cy Fork Handi u: of Binder e a‘ to cash dea ers. ] Oil and pure Englf his speak-99 â€"â€"Mr. \V. Stanoc years clerk in Mr. ‘ store, left; on Mond Will was a general and his many friem in his new field of _..Frid§l.§' Sep‘ â€" Bug: THE