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H. V" This conference is of exceedingly great importance, as the‘ result of it will largely determine the future reâ€" AHENBINB SESSlllN 0F llNlflN fiflMMIHEE Rev. Dr. S. J- Shorey and Mr. W. B. Sparling- left this morning for To- ronto to attend the meetings of the Union Committee in connection with the proposed union of the ' Metho- éiSt, Presbyterian and Congregation al churches of Canada.‘ The Methodist Committee. on Union will meet in the Metropolitan church on Tuesday, and the representatives of the three churches will meet to- gether in conference on Wednesday and Thursday. PAGE TWELVE THE MANY REMARKABLE PRE‘AHOLI'DIAY BARGAINS THROUGH- OUT THIS STORE \VILL MAKE. "YOUR SHOPPING TRIP ONE OF PROFIT AND PLEASURE. MAKE OUT YOUR LISTS AND COME SATURDAY. \Ve have now extra salés people at all the busy counters. Our immense, stocks and fine display of Christmas Goods makes gilt seleEting easier and more p'easumble at this store. Best Quality Parasols but priced at only $1.25, $1.50 and up to $3. A splendid array of neat handles. Tops fully guaranteed. Very special value at any of the above different prices. Men‘s Umbrellas with special good wearing quality tbps and made for service. A fine range to choose from at $1.00, $1.25. $1.50 and up. = A Special Parasol for Children at 909; 1 i 0A :d -_-,.J.'...... , AA - - vrvâ€":--- It is a neat parasol 01' good quality but. is in medium ' 90 C size. Price ...... ..... The ”What to give a man” problem will be easily solved in our Men’s Store. Our wearables for men are of the right sort. GIFTS FOR MEN that will please. Brassware of Beauty and Usefulness M - .\ lady would like no‘hin g better for her house than an electric reading lamp;2a jardineye or a fern pot, etc. We have a decidedly hamlsome range of solid brass goods. They are “gifts worth Whlle.” Thls 11st W111 glve you an idea how inexpensive vhey are. {Fhey are made in Lindsay and are sold to us at a Specnal rate, so these are Values thapyou cannot ‘tzgtter anywhere. ' - ' ' Adjusrable Reading -.amps ...... . x ...... . . . . ............ ‘ ........................ . . . . $3.95 Pierced Brass Fem Pots ............ . . . . ..... v ...... . ....................... . ....... 980 Jardineresâ€"QOC to $1550 Vasesâ€"$1.00 to $1.50 Traysâ€"â€" 450 to $2.00 Basketsâ€"75c [0 $2.25 Beau Bowlsâ€"$1.85 to $2.50. a ’ The Ch ristmas Tieâ€" F URS Our stock of Cravats has been very carefully chosen and there isn’t a de- sign or pattern that cannot help but ulease. Very special qualities, neatly boxed at 250, 35c, 50c and 75c. Scarfsâ€"Three Bargains-'â€" 39s and 496 and 69c. ' White and colored sflk and wool-knit- ted scarfs. Now on sale it? these special prices. Women’s Institute Rest Room, Second Floor. ~ If you want .’ buying at the Sut a coupon worth '1 hearts could wan Happiness for the Boys and Girlsâ€"Doils and Toys FREE. much appreciited‘as the new set.0f Furs. Our reduced prices mean savings that should demand your early attention. um make choosing a pleasure and you‘rcannot afford to buy Furs e.sewhere in the-face of Sutcliffe 8:: Sons Ladies’ New Waists-Nery Spfcial $2.95 ; make Christmas merrier for the little; folks without any extra exnouso, do your liffe Store. Here is what we. are doing. With every dollar purchase you receive )0 cash in Toyland. 2nd floor. which is complete with everything that: the young "'l'ne Dominion," leavmg montre-al 10 00 p.m., arriving Toronto 7.35 IMPORTANT C. P. R. CHANGES The attentiom of the travelling pub» lie is respectfully directed to the . improved train service via Lake Onâ€" aCoznmencing Monday, December 14. tario Shore Line in conneCtiQn with .' tram No. 38, leaving Toronto 8.05 Toronto-Montreal route. a.m., and train No. 37, arriving 'l'o- Commencing Sunday December 13, Ironto 6.50 p.m., will‘run only beâ€" the following fast trains will be opâ€" tween Toronto and Trenton, also erated via Oshawa, Port Hope, 00â€" Smith’s Falls and OttaWa. Train bourg, Trenton and Belleville in- 604 for Trenton and intermediate stead of Peterboro, Havelocli and {points will leave Toronto '5.20 pm. Tweed. as heretofore. iFurther particulars from Canadian EASTBOUND lPacifichcket Agents, or write M. G. Train No. 20, “The. Canadian,” Murphy, District Passenger 'Agen’t, easing Toronto 9.00_ a.m. (13.113,r arv Toronsto. ' ' Commencing Sunday December 13, the following fast trains will be 0P“ erated via Oshawa, Port Hepe, Co~ bourg, Trenton and Beileville in- stead of Peterboro, Havelocli and Tweed. as heretofore. EASTBOUND Tyain No. 20, “The, Canadian,” leafing Toronto 9.00 a.m. (18.5.11;r ar- living Montreal $.10 p.m. Train N0. 22, “The WOlVerine" leaving Dr. Shorey and Mr. Sparling were appointed to this committee by the Methodist General Conference, which met in Ottawa in September. tionship of the negomating churéh- At The Sutcliffe Store INDSAY LadiesNew Wftistsâ€"Very Special for $2.95. They are smart styles in sill: materials in White and black. A handsome display of .these waists will be seen in our Readyâ€"toâ€" Wear Department. , Silks in Waistlengths for Presents $1.98. A choice range of rich silks is offered~for selection. We put the length up in neat Xmas bpx with card arleady to be delivered. Pick out your silk early. Special Sale of Neckwear A clearing lot from the manufacturers that includes regular lines worth 250 to 500, on sale. sach ........ Also many smart styles in wired effects. etc. Reg up to 50c: and $1.06 for . . . . ............... - ..... Our Very Attractive Neckwear at 25c and 5°C. Each is nicely bexed. All the newest style features are rep- resented and. the extreme smartness of them is wonderful at. the prices. Two specials, 250 and 50c. Toronto 11 40 p. m. daily, arriving Montreal 8 55 a. m. \ WESTBOUND Tra'rflv No. 19, “The Canadian" leaving Montreal 8.45 a.m., arriving Toronto 5.40 p.1n. Train No. 21. “The' Dominion," 'le'alrin'g“ Montreal 10.00 p.m., arriving Toronto 7.35 nuand your early attention. Our grand assortment of rich Furs cannot but mv Furs eisewhere in the-face of our Special Prices. No gilt will receive so “POST ADS, Pup A similar outfit in girls styles to fit ages ‘10. 12 and 14. at $5.00. Boys’ Raincoats at $4.75. ‘ This is a good serviceable.paramatta mat and is put up in a néat Xmasbox which includes also a waterproof hat [0 match coat. Sizes 10 fit 8‘ and 10 years at $4‘.75~â€"Larger sizes at $5.00. ' Men’s Gloves that are better than the ordinary kind. Our values were hever better. There are’ unlined. silk-lined and fur lined and they are all made. to fit and wear well. Very special values at" $1 00.31 .25, $1.35 up to $2.50. f Tea aprons with neat edging and pocket. made of fine, plain and cross- bar muslin. Spe- 1 5 C cial each ...... Neat Little Aprons F‘or 15c. Entrancesâ€"Kent and William Streets. PATRIOTIC MEE T TN‘n i HELD AT SONYA A splendid meeting in the interests of the County Patriotic Fund ' was held'at Sonya last night, With a good attendance, notwithstanding the unfavorable «Weather conditions. Mr. Neil Ferguson occupied the chair and inspiring addresses were deliver- ed by Dr. Hall, Little Bm'itain. Warden Varcoe, Rev. Mr. Dodds, C. E. Weeks, and J. D. Flavelle. A mu- sical programme was also presented. At the conclusion of the meetings a committee ., was organized and a thor- ough canvas will be made in that district in aid of the Fund. .» THE UNDSAY POST: ' 25c 15c PLEASTNG GIFTS FOR LITTLE TOLKS Little Embroidered Dresses A large. assortment, of attractive little styles in muslins, trimmed with embroidery, lace. etc, sizes to fit, 5 months to 2 years. Prices 290, 503. up to $2.25. ' ’ White Fur Sets There is 11?.) better so we specialize on this particular brand for little people. All colors”. including white. sky, pink, cardinal. blapk. etc. Little Girls Underskirts $1.25. F'ORVTHE LITTLE FOLKS Child’s Hand Knit Aviation Caps 250 Fine. white yarnTwith sky. pink or satin ribbeu. . Little Darfing Hose for Children 25c Including white bearskin, squirrel, thibet. otv. Tory neat sets of above) at. $1.75, $3.00 up to $10.00. ATTRACTIVE KNITTED GOODS. Warm, woollen knit skirts. some with waist attached. A warm gar- ment for little girls. Sizes to fit: 2 to 8 years; Special $1 ‘25 Children's’AH-Woo! Sweater’é: at $1.00 The 'very best quality warn in colâ€" ors of cardinal. white. scarlet: and brown. Button shoulder style. Also pullovers and toques to match. 0mg Special Sweater Coat at 63c. ittle belted style in good yarn in sizes to fit 6 months to two years and in several colors. Special 638 Children’ s Pu2lovers at 65c. Nice. wool quality in colors of white, red and scarlet. sizes to fit «L months to 3 years. .\ very ‘\ useful gift. Very Special at. 65C ‘ Infants Woollen Jackets 50c. Fine oream yarn with fancy silk strips imzeerven. "l‘hey are 'lined and are regular 500. Very 35 C special for ....... . ...... Little Woo! Bootiesâ€"Special 25c. lmitafon Fur Sets-â€" A plea sing gift for little‘ tots. W0 have a. wry special set at onlv. . . . . ........ 90C Near littie coats in White and oarâ€" dinal. all - wool yarn. Wool Bonnets at 350. Sepamh‘ AIIiffS at 500. es. One day a lTiy called at the residence and rang the bell. Kathâ€" leen, the servant, answered the call. “Can Mrs. be seen?” asked the visitor. “Can she be seen ?" sniggered Kathleen. “Shure, and Oi think age can; she’s nix feet high and four feet wide! Can aha be seen ? Sorrah' a bit of anything ilse can ye see whin she’s about.” , Patterson’s chocolates at Higin- botham’s Drug Store. ENGAGING A FARBIER’S DAUGH-i . , TER. V '5 . The scarcity of servant girls led tof a certain wealthy Fifeshire lady en-g gaging a farmer' s aaughVLer from g' rural district of Ireland. Her want of familiarity with town ways and language led tp many amusing scen- “A Matter of Good Taste." FURS fl: fwusm ur mmsnv mum H s nnmvm HBME mum GERMANY 1galleriee and getting a first hand lmowledg’o; Europe. HP. was in Drew ‘ den most of the time. 32:3. has seen the whole development at the war tthere. Little. was known of the course (if eVents until three days before the War broke out. After the Austrian ,murdeu " everything was quiet, then 112mm the war. The people expected 1Japan to declare war, and Britain .to be neutral. They thought France way: may conquest. atbat they would 1 march quickly to Paris subdue '1' France and that would leave Ger. 1many to carry on the war ~against 1181188111 on French money. Mr. M. H. Staples, M'.A., cousinoi Mr. W. W. Staples, Lindsay, arrived in Peterboro Monday from Dryden, Germany, which city he leit. 911 Nov. 7th. He has been inGermany since the middle of April studying music ths German language visit.‘ mg art “How did you get out ?” of the questions we asked. There is a law for mead-y every- thing in Germany. Everywhere you See the. sign, “This is forbidden." The newshapers are forbidden to pub- lish false news or reports. hence the people believe their om. journals im- plicitly. They think the English newspapers lie. “During all the time I Was there," Said Mr: Staples, “I mad the report of only one reverse \s to Germany’s resources in men, there were piles of them that had not yet\ been drawn upon. They were in training camps getting in shape lfor service; Dresden was full 01' ,wounded, as are practically all the Evities that have any accem-mfidfitifin ,‘forsucb case ;. There Was hardly a 'family that had not lost a relative ;in sofne form or another. i Many stores and businesses that fdepended on foreign trade are doing {really nothing. Student life has lpractically ceased. All who are ableâ€" §bodied are under arms, both summits {and professors. In Dresden there is +one of the largest technical schools {in Germany, having possibly under 1normal conditions 2000 students. {There were when Mr. Staples left. ipossibly 213 or 230, mostly foreign- ers or cripples who could not be gutilized in the army. All foreign istudents were interned, although Mr EStaples was not. He had to report ftwice a week to the authorities, but {any who behaVed and kept quiet were not molested. Arrests were, however, made on very slight provocation. The war did not .make afiy diflerence tin the way his German triends treat} ed him: There is plenty of food. in Germany. DresdenanODe has sup- plies sufficient for one year, and most places are similarly stocked. ARE IN THE ham: ' The people do not know what is goâ€" ing on at the ,battle front. There is no deterled information in the new I Was there," said Mr; Staples, "1 read the report of only one reverse to German arms in the newspapers. and that was an unimportant anair on the Russian frontier. I am inâ€" formed that the while Russian fron- tier of Germany is one vast trench, strongly fortified. Of course naval battles are reported as well as the English official reports of them. CHEERED THE DECLARATION Mr. Staples was in Dresden the! night Britain’s declaration, of war was announced. The people «simply i went out of their, heads. Everybody ’ cheered for the Kaiser. They smaaha I ed all Englisfi ' signs and did consid' ! arable damage to the British ,em‘; Missy. ‘ g As to labor conditions. Mr. Stap- les said there was no trouble in Germany. As fast as men were out of work who were not in\ the army, they were shipped off to dig trench‘ es. The German soldier's pay is about a mark a day (twenty-five cents) with smaller sums for child- ren. As there are really no men in the cities, the factories are nearly all closed~ down. The men not at the from, are in training camp. " “I Was in the crowd and had to go with the tide. As soon as I could I got intn a side street and got home.” Referring to Belgium Mr. Staples; said that the truth Was that thc' frontier from Belfort to Verdun was i very short, and that Germany Sink, ply could not use her men on it. She had to use either Belgium or Swiv‘ zerland, and Belgium was the better The Germans felt that they were‘ bounq to win, anyway. They said the Socialists were in power up. France and that they won-”t fight. i The prisoners in the concentration ' camps are well cared for, if they behave themselves. I There seems to be a want of con- A fidence in Austn’a. FRiDAY. DECEMBER one necessary. papers‘. His although it Could hm: dicted higher up. 1 I in Amsterdam for m; 84:01 didn’t dare sbi same train, for nr. (,1 train would be 0mm two weeks there ww- trains. They were all troops. When I got was delayed eleven dz of the seamen. Final) kindness of Department and I thmk Through SO! troductirm t I had Stud: my nothing Germany to a! 10W {it was thought that Ibo Work 01m Methodist Committee and that at the Presbyterians could be (fill for a hymnal which would a“ for the united enurch.'1'he dehyil the organic union of the negotisfila Churches has resulted in them of the Methodists and Presbytail to publish new hymnals for their!!- .spective denominations dating tk isterfl tn arda irm ! Tomato, Dec. 10-Finai anionm ithe new Methodist hymnal is being taken‘by the'En-tand Tune Bat §Committee which opened 3 than, 3days’ meeting at the Shem ‘Church, Tuesday. Rev. 3. P. Roe. D.D., of Mantra”; chairman. Ber resentatives were present from the various conferences :hrmwhout ti: 2Dominion.' ‘ ‘ If you want a firsyv-ri newsy, daily paper, wnflleag‘ Toronto markets, fresh 6 day. try the Evening Past ‘0’“ months’ trial trip for “film $2.00 for a year. Yoq WI“ ‘9 Ft} The above price IS ‘0’ livery by mail. crew of men strike, and we put to 5P3 in than. Ian steamship HeSDCFiau. Then I: encountemd frightful weather as". as we started, the mm allgotfi. and the stickers couldn't; shovels“; so we only nude about mum... gular speed and were 11 dawn to St. John.” Poetic Maid trans in Octal red ! Unpoetic Heâ€"Yes, because Will soon be harmâ€"Jada. Mr. Staples graduated from In onto University in 1911 with mg, gree of B.A. and in1912 tau fig degree of M.A.,.taking two m Philosophy and .Modern History, 3'. is now in his final year in ammo. logiCal course at Knox Comm. ing taken his second year in M- IOgy at Edinburgh University, Bed.- land. He is anephew of Mr. Baht Fair, Petemoro, and expects to complete his course for the minim; this coating springâ€"Review. man sappers wane ordered 300 ABSfllUIE MUHUDISI HMS A big feature of the new w dist hymnal will be the efirm‘nd" of almost three hundred 0W hymns which gave too much pron! ence to dogmatic theology. A it cut is made in the selections 3‘ Rev. Chance Wesley’s hymns, will; were Originally published dim devotion to the name of Wesley The revised hymna‘. win cow- number of new hymns, the wax“ d which are being withheld from W lication untxl they have been WP!“ righted by the committee. ‘ SOON TO BE Pl’BLISHm The general committee now in 80' sibn will give final instruction to the executive which. win. under 9" cial authority given them by 30"“ cent general conference. haVe Bl” hymnal Printed and publiShed “9' 13' in the new year as 90883313- ,, The Committee for several years In discarding anumb Chat-fies Wesley hymns tee took the ground tt not up to the requiem verse. “Well, 10mm: 3' amen. but who MANY WILL BE Mies Obfl‘ are fairly tea has been at vat sure. and at one tin t that. «he work of the mittee a'nd that d ians could be it“ . which would a“ L charm. The delays 10W the te mm .5 19.14. Rely they ‘5' [Dieg- {rm by h1 twer, new the; ner Ste: wit fire: side th< fen