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This isa ble reduction, but it is the most effective remedy we know of. Never in our history have we made such a decp out, but the occasion demands it. We over Hought in this line and although the season is practically over we have a large stock still on hand, We will not carry these goods or er to another season, even if clearing them out mrolves a tremendous sa rifice. The Bey wore $15 JACKETS FOR $10 $12 JACKETS FOR $8 $9 IAKETS FIR $6 $6 IACKETS FR $4 It hurts terribly but there is no other remedy. ae 1% oh 2 BOXE'# This is how it Effects Prices: $6 JACKETS FIR $3 $5 JACKETS FOR$2.50 $4 JACKETS FOR $2 Remember every garment is this season's importation and correct in style. Don't mise this opportunity but come in at once and take your pick before the best bargains go MILLINERY Must go too regardless of cost, and from now to the end of the sanson 3 ONE-THIRD OFF £8 {a Merry, Merry Christmas. NORTH ONTARIO OBSERVER mee TT PORT PERRY, DEC. 21, 1583. ae Ere another issue of the OBSERVER "has got into the hands of our esteemed patrons Merry Xmas with all its sweet and cheering prospects shall have visited our homes and scattered amongst ua those glorious indications of Heaven's love to man, and at the same time inculcating peace and good will amongst the inhabitants of the earth, Canada has had much, very wuch during the year now closing for which we ought to be grateful, and if wo have not had all that we could wish we have had so much more than the people of most other lands that our gratitude should be increased, A kind Providence has made Canada fairly prosperous in spite of the so- called extravagance and corruption of her rulers. Standing on the vanish- ing fragments of 1893 which are rapidly passing on to the shoreless ouncement. A 'Disagreeable Amn: The importance and genuine worth of a talented, efficient and thoroughly conistent religious teacher cannot well be over estimated. The Rev. L.W. Hill, B.A, postor of the Methodist church here has been with us nearly three years, and by his devption to duty, his zeal in the glorious cause iu which he is engaged, his industry in the noble work of the ministry, his manly 'bearing and exemplary walk have been of much advantage not alone to the church with which he is connected, but to the whole community, and the longer he has remained with us the more highly has he been esteem ed. Now that the announcement has been made that our Rev. L. W. Hill, B.A, has accepted a call to Toronto Junction the people here regret his removal with sincere regret. But the best wishes of all will follow their be- loved pastor and amiable family to their new home, and pray for their long continued prosperity and hap- piness in the noble work to which he ocean of eternity, indications present themselves 2 imes for to i Give Can- : sons [Lotter tp ada'¥hioble, 'a chance and a boom of prosperity will soon. gladden the land, © near approach of Four days more and Merry Xmas will be here when friends meet friends around the social board, where it is expected that all should be happy ; but in every locality there are needy and unfortunate ones--the friendless poor, How are they to be merry with an empty board! no board should be empty, there is enough and to spare for all. Let those who can come to the help of the needy ones," come promptly, he gives twice who gives promptly, better withold a gift than how! over it. There need be no one in our town, old or young, that needs go without his Xmas cheer. Our enterprising merchants have provided in endless variety, choice dainties suit- able for the Xmas social board and the prices are such as make them easy to purchase, and while there may be a few in town who cannot afford to purchase there are hundreds who can well afford to help the few who need help. Heaven's smile wiil rest upon the town in which no one is empty away, sent is called. One of Our Own Boys me SRL TN he A In passing along the ranks of men moving along in the literary and seien- tific walks of life we are greatly pleased when we find come of our former boys taking rank nnd marching on with their noble seniors and keeping step in the upward march. We are led into 1 this service and the hi Prince Albert. Eprror OpsErvER,--Mr. A. Gifford, (Grand Trustee of the Order of the Patrons of Industry, addressed the Patrons in the Public Hall, Prince Albert, on the eveniug of the 13th inst. The meeting was a good one both in numbers and in- telligence. 3 Mr. Caleb Crandell occupied the chair. | The speaker having a perfect understanding of the aims, objects and capabilities of the _| Order handled his subject in a most inter- esting and satisfactory manner, going fully into the great benefits which the country "| will derive from the Order when it takes , | its Mgitimate place in the legislation of the g- | country, The extravagance of our present + | rulers as well Provincial as Dominion came in for a pretty sharp criticism, showing how the resources of the country are being - | wasted and people oppressed by excessively "| high tariffs and burdensome duties, he re- _| minded his hearers that honest and econ- omical governments can only be secured by elec ing independent representatives, in- telligent, reliable farmers who will not be influenced by either of the two political parties but will seek the. best interests of the country the greatest good to the greav- est number, we must not go to the profes- 0 sions, such as doctors, lawyers, &e., &ec., to look for desirable representatives, we have had enough of them we must look, in fu- a f industry for reliable Methodist § Last Sabbath morn preached upon the subje and Beneficenoa, noble characteristics of Christ's! the Bible is searched rege use and disposal of the which God puts under h somewhat surprising to explicit the Teachin, adverted to the riches as indicated by th "The love of money is | and having explained real estate--the unhall ness, the deceptions, and | ing from this cause the - God's word were dwelt ing guiding principles the word--Man is onl 4; 10, God and Ch : ing of tithes to His Alter, 23; 23. The Sabbath d the week is the proper --give on basis of prosp Ty---give cheerfully for Gi ful giver (IL. Cor. 9; 6). sion was made, 4 The Song Service in the a¥ lightful. The Choir uit! nobly, The pieces -- Service were as follows: Lord, by the choir; a H; the whole congregation David's Lament" by Miss Avthem, 'Praise Ye the choir ; a Congregation H Come Unto Me" by Miss Hy Davis; An anthem "Giw The Lord" by the choir. congregation joined in a gl followed by the Benedic the evening on claim for the orphans, wid ministers was presented durin, The congregation were asked noble response was given, 'g e | | conatry for their own special benefit and to . | the injury of the many; it is high time things were taking a turn and that the future leg- islation should be in the best interest of the country and for the good of the many.-- Present Governments are good to them- selves and generous to their favorites, note ee -- } EZ" Everything in the fine Gold and Silver Watches, and Jewdry lines, these remarks by finding the name Mr. R. A. A. Johnston in list of members of the Logan Olub--Geological Survey-- Reunion who attended the club dinner held at the Russel House, Ottawa, on Tuesday evening 14th inst. The people here especially our High School folks, teachers and pupils, will remember with pleasure the noble young fellow, R. A. A. Johnston, who took a prominent part in everything worthy of a noble school boy kept well to the front in his classes and was = favorite with all, his onward march. --_-- Preparations for the Holidays. All are pleased at The widely extended "community | who make Port Perry their place of trading, buying and selling, fully real- ize the fact that there is no other place | in the Province where customers can | trade with more satisfaction or buy |orsell to greater advantage to them- fitted for suitable Holiday Presents at Diesfeld's. Don't fail to eximine the magnificent stock, PE the Ligh salaries paid to Government offi- cials and these continued throughout life. i salaries are Remember the nomination for the election of Public School Trustees on Wednesday next, 27th iust., at noon at the jowm hall. There are three vacancies to filly "= E>" Immense quantities of Candies, 3 Ibs for 25¢ ; finest Florida Oranges, 95 and 30c ¥ doz, aud all kinds of Nuts, Raisins, &ec., very cheap, at Forman & Son's. Diesfeld's Diamond Hall have a fine stock of Watches, Jewelry, Olocks, &o., &o. 1t is THE PLAGE whi you get the RIGHT value on oon TGR: Don't forget the place, Diesfeld's, for Holiday presents. : On Wednesday evening 27th inst., the Basement of tl:e Methodist Church will be a scene of interest. A Christ mas Arch and Column. Presents will han: from the boughs for the "school and a programme of more than ordinary merit will be presented. Kindergarten songs by the infant class, Recitations, The speaker now went into a full dis- cussion of the many wrongs imposed upon farmers by the one sided legislation of the day. He congratulated the farmers on the noble and independent stand they are tak- ing as Patrons, as the result of such a course cannot fail in securing wise legislation and equal justice to all. The result of the late election in North Bruce should be a beacon light in all future elections, Let farmers make the Patrons Order their 1allying point, let them close up their ranks and stand firm and the principles of the noble Order will soon be the ruling principles of all the Governments within this great and grand Dominion, The rounds of applause which greeted the | speaker throughout his address showed how fully the andience appreciated the ad- dress. The usual votes of thanks closed a most interesting and enjoyable meeting. Epworth League of Christian Endeavor Convention. BrookLiy, Dec. 13, 1893. MorxiNG Sgsstox-- 10.30 A. a. The first District Convention of the Methodist Young People'sSocieties met in the Methodist Oburch in Brooklin on the forenoon of Wednesday, Dec. 13, 1893. The meeting was opened and directed by Rev. John Harris, President, A short prayer meeting prefaced the proceedings ns was desired and desirable. The chairman, Rev. Mr. Harris, delivered a brief but well digested address. There were valu- able suggestions made in regard to the supreme purpose of Young People's Societies, the [wportance of the Word, Methods, Inspiration, It should not supercede other means of Grace, but co-operate. At the suggestiofi of the chairman short addressess were made by Rev. Mr. Hill, Mrs. Hopper, Rev. Mr. Whitlock, Bro, Redmond und others, The time for adjournment having arrived the Doxology was sung and the Benediction pronounced by Rev. J. Whitlock. Next session to meet at 1.80. RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE EXECUTIVE "COUNCIL. committee As per announcemeh t 1. Your Busem meat in the he - CRIT, for this convention and would respect: fully request the same be provided by collection on the plates. 2. Your committee recommend per- petuity of this of this convention work and to this end recommend permanent organization. The officers to be a President who shall be chosen annu- ally at the Convention ; a Secretary- Treasurer. A counsel for legislative and executive purposes shall consist of all the pastors of thie churches on the district and all the presidents of the various Methodist Societies on the district. 3. Your committee recommend that the officers concerned in the prepara tion of the programme from year to year shall carry it through in Convgn- tion and the new officers will take office at the conclusion of the annual meeting, 4. Your committee recommend that all the Methodist Societies on this district adopt the name Epworth League of Ohristian Endeavor. 5. Your committee take pleasure in nowinating the Rev. Mr. Leggott as President for the ensuing year; and that Miss Mary Courtice, of Brooklin, be the Secretary-Treasurer. AFTERNOON SESSION. Devotional exercises were conducted by Rev. Mr. Reynolds. The report of Dialogues, Solos, and the Orchestra. R. B. Rev. Mr. Lewis' specch will divide the --_---------------- the District Secretary in relation to the membership and kind of work done 'The regular meeting of the above ou Friday, 15th inst. Members all present. Minutes of former meeting read and approved, Eg Lo ON ~ On motion of Mr. Real, ordered to be paid to Mr. Thomas Ganton, for cedar supplied the corpora- tion to build a culvert on con 11, op- posite lot 2, On motion of Mr, McCOulloch, $5 was ordered to be paid to Mr. D. F. Hagerman, for supplies for town hall. On wotion of Mr. Munro, $7 was was ordered to be paid to Alex. Wallace, for suit of clothes and part payment of a ticket to Cornwall, and and said amount was ordered to be charged to the poor fund, On motion of Mr. Lamb, $12.42 was ordered to be paid to Mr. D. F. Hager man a8 per account rendered for sup: plies for indigents and the same be charged to the poor fund. ; On motion of Mr. Munro, 850 was ordered to be paid to the Reeve, $40 to each other member of Council, aud $9. to Mr, David Reese, "On motion of Mr. Munro, $3.50 was ordered to be paid to Mr. Thos Forman for repairing bridge over the Nonquon --CQCentre road, con 7. of Mr. Real anro, $2.55, and 'M to Flury an indigent ; Mr. Jos. Baird, $1.50 ; Mr. D. Town, $2.60; Mr. W. Spence, #2, for one Ellis an indigent, On motion of Mr. Lamb, the taxes on the north 90 acres of lot 23, con 3, were remitted, the leasees of the lot having had the misfortune to lose a greater portion of their personal pro- perty by conflagration, On motion of Mr. McOulloch, $1.50 was ordered to be paid to Joshua Wright, Esq., being for two days lis property at Manchester, ordered to be paid to Mr. 14 Wheeler, for unperformed statute labor and 60 cents for repairs on plow. On motion of Mr Renl, $2 was ordered to be paid to the Flury family to assist them in their misfortune owing to sickness. On motion of Mr, Lamb, $2.50 was ordered to be paid to Thos Tucker, in answer to petition presented asking for aid. On motion of Mr. McCulloch, $2.50 was ordered to be paid to Mr. John Bradley, for cedar furnished the cor- poration. On motion of Mr Munro, $6.25 was was ordered to be paid to Mr. Wm. on the treasurer in favor of the parties :-- close up and sell the through lot 24, con. road £5 the Lake, was read a third time and was instructed to pay the sessor $1.25 each for selecting Ju! the members of Council services. taxes wel lector's roll. ing the Matthews' family, Mr. Dunn, not entertained, owing to the fact they were not residents of the township. Council was held, pursuant to Statute, | Satu $4 was [the cordance with tho statutes, : i of Socuuity were luid on the table b c.erk. 7: On motion of Mr, Hood, orders were fssued following Mr. Jus Carnegie, for timber for culverts, map iu duplicate of school $! also for surveying and defining road allow- ance, $56; Mr. Chas. fravel, Slo} ay Wm. Red: r and drawing vel, $1 Reader, repairin rors Vickery, plank for culvert $1.80; Mr. Js Collins, jr., repairing culvert, $1.25; Mr. D, Jackson, timber for culvert, $1.50. $52; Mr. W. E. Yarnold, DLS, for sections, $10, Hood, for 130 loads ah, 8 255 William culverts, 81; Mr. C, 1x On motion of Mr. Dunn, the By-law to road established 7, from the Centre pa 5 On motion the Reeve was instructed to fi liams for $6, being two-thirds loss by them in having sheep des ant his order on the Treasurer in favor of r. John Gerow for $15, and Mr. P. Wil- sustained On motion of Mr. ma ed gh di rer Reeve and As rors, and each for their ; 4 In ordered to be struck off the col- The bill presented to the council for board was on motion of After réading and confirming the minutes, on motion of Mr. Hood, the council adjourn ed sine die, County Court. The County Court and General statute labor charged in error against | Sessions were held at Whitby on Tuesday last, On motion of Mr. Munro, $1.50 was | siding. W. R. Ham, Esq., of Scugog, J Peter | was chosen Young, for fixing hill on sideroad, con. | Jury. Judge Burnham pre- chairman of the Grand His Honor in addressing the y : Grand Jury after referring to the cases On motion of Mr. Lamb, $6 was | |ikely to come before them, r-ferred to ordered to be paid to Mr. E. J.|to the defective state of the jail in view of the recent escape of the gon- victed burglars, There wax One civil case to be tried, Green v. Drew and Mackie, executors of the Hoyt estate. The action was brought by the plaintiff, a flour miller of Pickering, to recover the value of a portable oven, which the defendents claimed to have sold as landlords under a distress for rent due by J. J. Fergu- son, The plaintiff having a claim against Ferguson had taken an assign- went of the oven, and disputed the validity of the sale by Drew and Mackie, alleging that the purchaser of will be the rule. This willgive you an op- : . { A rogramme. Parents and friend#tare That High School Ooncert. |i ihe different societies given by th the oven at the landlord's sale was ortanity of removing your hat or bonnet Again taking our esteemed readers | selves. Our business men have full | Pro8 e he | y -the cilleren cle gl y thet pe kett. for fixing the sink hole in con 3 or a trifiing cost. Bt . es 2 | confidence of the community for honor- welcome, | secretary ~~ was encouraging. Pen | FIrkeLl 8 iy 2 really acting as agent for the landlords If Miss Conroy forgets by the hand we wish them a Merry Eprror, ORSERVER.--On Wednesday, 13th | 2, opposite lot 14. in buying in the oven, and that the the discount don't be delicate about calling | : 3 able dealing, they are thoroughly ex- Having received double supplies of | inst., the High School held a concert in the societies made returns showing an ag- A # : I her attention to this advertiscment. Xmas with all the compliments of this td A : : : Gah [town hall. or 2. Po "| gregate as follows ;:-- Active members On motion of Mr. Munro, the ||undlords could therefor acquire no perienced in business, are skillful and Candies we are prepared to furnish | town ha he program was one of un- | greg : 3 | Treasurer was instructed to pay the | tile Ly this sale. Tne jury Fash for joyous season. usual merit, It consisted of, Glees by the | 256 ; associate members, 182 ; hon- Mantles and Millinery successful buyers, keep large and | Anniversaries," Socials, dec. | ab very High School Glee Club, a Duet by Misses | Tv is evideat | Chairman of U. School Section {14 the | plaintiff awarding damages $100. Mr, For the next thirty days regardless of cost or profit, JONES d& C0. Dec. 19, 1898. TO THE ELECTORS OF THE Village of Port Perry. ADIES AND GENTLEMEN,--I re- 14 spectfully solicit your vote apd influence to elect me to the Office of Deputy Reeve for the year 1804, MY MOTTO :--Justica to all, and Strict Economy in the management of the affairs of the Town. JOHN NOTT. Port Perry, Dec. 20, 1593, THE PEOPLES CANDIDATE TO THE ELECTORS OF THE Village of Port Perry! Lapis axp GesTLEMAN,--Your Vote and Influence are respectfully solicited for W.-M. WILLCOX THE PEOPLE'S CANDIDATE FOR DEPUTY REEVE For the ensuing year. To the Electors of the Village of Port Perry ; LADIES AND GENTLEMEN :-- OUR Vote and Influence are respect fully requested for E. H. PURDY FOR THE OFFICE OF RE In 'V EH . For the Year 1804. Port Perry, Nov. 15, 1893. {i770 THE ELECTORS OF THE Township of Brock ! I1.ADIES AND GENTLEMEN.-- Your and fivfluence are respectfully re-. ELECTORS OF PORT PERRY. IES AND GENTLEMEN.-- Your and influence are ully of Deputy Reeve for the year A 1894. EE -- A Big Surprise. The Patrons of Industry hav thrown a very large torch into the carps of the old political gladiators, Tories and Grits. It had become quite fashionable with both politieal parties in Canada, Tories and Grits, when they wanted to strengthen their claims to the treasury benches, to trot out a farmer, the 'Grits asserting that the Tories are oppressing the farmers, while the Tories assert that Canadian farmers are better off than the farmers of other lands. The farmers took in in the situation fully, and not relish- ing the position of being mado a stalk- ing horse to the political gamblers took a new departure and entered the field | in their own defence, inscribed on their banver "Patrons of Industry" and have gone forth to do battle for the legitimate claims of industry and to secure good government, they have no desire to either defend or oppose either political party, they do not touch pol- itics, their aim is simply to protect the claims of industry and secure good government, they will ask no more and will take no less. The Patrons choice stocks, sell them at small per- certage of profit and soon run them off, 80 that the goods are always new.-- o| The holiday stocks are larger and if | possible more attractive than those of former years and the prices are closer cut. The stores are fairly bristling with the most attractive and desirable holiday goods at prices which cannot fail to induce rapid sales. All that could be desired for holiday food, drink or clothing, of choice quality and at temptsome prices will be found in abundance. The public should see the vast amount of good things which our merchants have provided for them. A visit to our stores will prove both interesting and profitable to customers. meter Ladies! Ladies |--See Jones & Co's special notice in this issue, it is to you and is both interesting and profitable. If cutting one-half or one- third off the price of first-class new and stylish goods which are already cheap be not equal toa big holiday present what would be? Don't fail to read the notice. Go and ingpect the goods and you will be sure to purchase ------------ side Fully Stocked with Ohea; 8 Things for the Holidays. Goo Forman & Son's well known estab- lishment, * Cheapside," is having a lively time, their stock of just such goods as every one desires to have at in the late election in N. Bruce gave an apt illustration of their fighting qualities, such in fact as make the pol- iticians fear and respect them. The old political gladiators were thunderstruck when they found that the young Patron Order had snuffed them both out, and now both political parties are contending as to which stands nearest the Patrons; Tories say that several planks in the Patrone' platforn are agreeable to them, while the Grits assert if they would ouly change their platform a little it would be identical with the Grit platform. But Patrons must be Patrons of nothing, if they shift but one pail: in their platform {£5 suit the politicians they will lose their identity, drift in among the jo- iticians and get lost, gAs Patrons they may have a glori futare before them, as politicia ing. © Patrons to the Front, Cornwall, Dec. 11.--*The Patrons of Industry of Cornwall township have selected the following candidates for the coming municipal elections : Reeve, Mr. D. J. McIntosh; first deputy reeve, Mr. P. H. M¢Donald ; second deputy reeve, Mr. Ephriam Ponpst ; councillors, Messrs. W. Jobnstou and John A. A. Cameron, The. Patrons very strong in this township and are t that they can elect their men." very short time dust ry will directly or indirectly con- very county and township council d townehip councils but and a letter, state of things | Yarnold this season. Thoroughly appreciating the requirements of the public For- n & Son meet those require ments with spirit and liberality ; their establishment is full of gonl i things of the. best quality which they are selling at prices which places them within the means of all. Cheap- gide is now a household word for choice and cheap groceries, boots and shoes, &e. Don't fail to read their new advertisement in this issue and make a note of the prices. Holiday Presents at McCaw's --At this joyous redson of the year when giving and receiving gifts are the order of the day it is of the great- est importance to know where the greatest varity, finest quality newest styles and HORE ae holiday pre- sents ara to be had at moderate prices. W. H. McOaw has ay brought on an extensive stock to meet the wishes of all. All wish to be remembered by friends and when we bestow a present if it is something nice though not expen- sive both the giver and the gift will be remembered much longer than if the gift were some clumsy toy. Don't fail to see McOaw's magnificent stock of everything required in gold, silver and fancy jewelry, magnificent Clrist- mas presents in every style and variety, : See Mr. Hiscox's New Adver- tisement.--Mr. Hiscox's well known and ular establishment is in the midst of a big rush preparing holiday attractions in the bakery line. Hig stock of holiday presents is something grand and the prices are such that every one can get them. Wao WaxTs To PurcHASE A FipsT- Crass Farm i--It will be seen by reference to oor advertising columns that that fine farm in the 10th con., Reach, known as the "Armenia Shier farm," is offered for sale. Full par- ticulabs 8s to terms, ge. may be obtained at the law office of Mr. F. M. i The monster Canadian cheese is said to have been in bad condition when it reached England. Eo lowest figures, even lower than Toronto wholesale prices. T. 0. FormaAx & BON. Port Perry Skating Rink will be opened to-morrow (Friday). evening, Mr. Hicks, the popular manager o last season has again leased the rink which is sufficient guaran management the present Dolls that ery "mama," EZ Beautiful and Holiday presents in great A. J. Davis', i] Next Sabbath morning Rew: Mr. Hill will preach to tha 8.8% The La "land » | great applause, but the last one took the Howson and McBrien, a Violin Solo by Master Frank Richardson, a vocal Solo by Miss Howson, a recitation by Miss Me- Dowell, an Essay by Mr. D, B. McQueen and a Picture Gallery, in which Misses F. Jones, I. McBride, C. Sangster, F. McCaw, f | M. Davis, H, Jones and Mr. E. Ebbels took part. The picture-gallery was the event of the evening and fully rewarded all pains that had been taken in its preparation. The ictures were " Marguerite," ~~ Mau nller" "Uncle Sam and Miss Canada" "Cherubs," Each picture received audience by surprise and created a very storm of wonder and applause. The other numbers of the program were equally well prepared and rendered. But it was very discouraging to those who bad taken such pains to make the concert a success when Teachers, Officers and Pupils will meet in the Basement ten minutes before | church time and go up in orderly fle to | the seats. The Orchestra will direct in the music, the church willie ad-| orned with evergreens and flowers for | Xmas and a happy time is anticipated. Prepared for the Holidays.-- | M. Williams has a bountiful supply | of case goods--n full Tine of Se grim's | special brands ; Walker's Olah &8d Tm- perinl Rye ; Gooderam & Wol ecinl 2 5 Rye Whisky, &c,, &eo. E Talking Dolls at fliseox' Xmas Meats.--Mr, I. J. Wheeler is getting ready for a grand Christmas display of meats st his tal : Market ; about the 21st il exhibition of choice Christma will bave commenced, and be the public in general, and his" ers in particular, a Merry X in order to secure this to customers he intends giving Oh bargains, E27" Immense quantities of 3 Ibs for 25¢; finest Florida 95¢ and 30c # doz, and all Nuts, Raisins, &e,, very Forman & Son's. : Mr. Geo. Phillipo, of Clevel on a short visit to relatives and fj Mr. Jos. Bennett has return U.S. He reports things over very unsatisfactory state. Mr. Alonzo Jones, of Toron ing his brother-in-law, , Mr. Mu during the past week. His u here were pleased to meet him. -- pn | colt, they saw the smallness of the audience. There "were not over €ighty present, Whether it was owing to the ravages of Grip or to counter attractions it is impossible to say but it is certain that the attendance was not what it shoald have been. A stranger coming to Port Perry is almost invariably told, that, the townspeople are always loyal to the school. He would have beon truly surprised had he eeen their loyalty as ex- pressed by their attendance at the concert. Port Perry High School is a credit to the town and the people are justly proud oft, but it is a trifle strange that they do not show their appreciation of any efforts of the High School, in the concert line, by better attendance. The High School deserves it, the efforts of those who get up the concert deserve it and on Wednesday 13th the pro- gram deserved it, Therefore it is to be hoped, that in the future, any efforts of the High School in this direction will.be more appre- ciated by the people and that they will show their appreciation by their autiendanoe. ---- Layton. A Fixe Horse KiLuep.--On Monday last as Mr. Frice, of the 20d con. Brock, was driving his fine team towards Layton and in turning out to let another conveyance pass, one of his horses, a fine four-year-old broke through the thick crust that had formed on the snow and in trying to extract one of its legs broke it. The brake was of so serious a nature that it was deemed ad- visable to kill the animal which was done a few minutes after the accident occurred. Mr. N, Dure a first class practical Miller has renced the Parish Soustog ills for a term of years. Mr. Parish who for many years owned and operated these mills moved to his fine residence in Port Perry last week, He proved a most industrious and successful miller and had the confidence and respect of all with whom he came in contact and much regret is ex at his leaving this locality, and all wish him much prosperity aud com- his new homo. the following officers were od the ensuing term :-- Past pi E. H. Purdy; president, Jamieson ; 1st vice-pres., Chas Pi 2nd vice pres., E. Raines; secretary, W. A. Beatty; fi secretary, Jas. Swan; treasures Emerson ; chaplain, John Nott} steward, G. Irvin; 2nd ste G. McOlintock ; 1st guard, A. 2ud guard, W. H, Leonard ; p Dr. Olemens ; auditors, Leon and Beatty ; trustees, Purdy. Qur Apples in London, Dec. 18.--The arri apples from Canada are utte; cient to meet the Christmas Most of those that arrived were from Canada, and, there was keen competition, vancing from three to four shillings barrel, This advance will, in al} bability, be maintained for this | arrivals. B which 1 took Dr. Syrup. Ifindit«n excellent prompt relief and plessaxs to 1 h 4 "Pa met t to etaiute, on Fri- 5th Dec. All members present. Treasurer presented a detailed state of the receipts and expenditure as ired Statute. r. Wm. Bond Bond, Secy of the Fire e, presented the annual report of the motion of Mr. Purdy, the Report of Brigade was received and adopted and order granted for the amounts named iu report. On motion of Mr. Nott, $4.85 was ordered id Mr. Wm. Cook, for teaming, &e., 9.76 to Mr. McCaw, for sundries sup- On motion of M ement presented by the rceve and rer was receiv ted for distribution. 90 was order- be R inst. motion as Engineer and Fireman to Dec. the Council adjourned. disease. r. Murray, the Financial ed and orflered to be 'motion of Mr. Murray $2.23 was order. be paid Mr. Wright, for fuel supplied indigent. On. Purdy, $22. to Mr. W. Corrin and $16 25 . Buntin being in foll of salaries for dent The Russian soldiers of the Order of Andrew and 8t. George had a ban- St. Petersburg Inst Monday, "An exan:ina'ion of bunquet showed | Bone, S orary, 14 ; total, 462. from this that there are a large | number of Methodist young people on | this district who have not Leen report- | ed to the secretary of this Association; | and it is highly desirable that all the Mimsters of thisdistrict should loyally attend these sessions and that all the societies should likewise throw their influence into these annual gatherings and infuse their warn spiritual life into the hearts of all who meet for profit in God. The Rev, J. T. Caldwell, M.A,,B.D., delivered a very earnest and sugyestive address on the subject of "The Great Aim of League Work." Following this a song was sung. A discussion of the subject followed when a number offered observations and made sugges tions. A succinct presentation of the League, as to origin, position, organic life, structural laws, ends sought and methods employed was a suitable in troduction to this subject. After singing hyron 117 and prayer by Rev. Mr. Hill, the 23rd Psalm was read responsively, Mr. Samuel Jeffery directing the exercises; then hymn 168, following this a brief time was spent in quoting texts of Seripture-- as Mr. Hill called the roll each per- son present responded by quoting a text of Scripture, After this a most delightful exercise was spent in short earnest prayers from the different members, Hymn 115 was sung. A short address was then given by Rev, Mr. Hili on the "Method by which our lives could be lifted up". This was most jinstructive. A collection was then taken up to defray expenses. The Secretary, Mr, Hill, read the report of the Executive Council which was adopted. The session was appropriately closed. EVENING SESSION. The third session of this Convention was prefaced by a song service, Prayer was offered by Rev. L. W. Hill. The Choir discoursed sweetly to the enjoy- mentand profit of the audience. Addres ses of great merit were presented by Mrs. Hopper, of Claremont ; Mis, Dr. Hare, of Ontario Ladies' 8 ir dal ~ Mov v. Hill, an seconded by Rev. Mr. Reynolds, that the cordial thanks of this Convention be presented to the kind friends of the | Brooklin church for the cordial hospi- tality extended to the delegates ; to the Rev. Mr. Leggott for his deep practical interest in our wellfare ; to the admir- able Choir for their choice selections; the Trustees for the use of this church edifice ; and to our revered and learned Bros. Caldwell and Cade for their ex- cellent addreses. A good collection, a hymn--*"God be with you till we meet again""--and tho Rev. Mr. Orde closed this most Benedicticn. : Beyond Dispute. cou, throat and lung troubles. There were 'The Model League' by Rev. Mr, Hill. sisters Hopper and Hare; to Rev.| su cessful Convention of Methodist Young People by pronouncing the 3 HERE is no better, safer or more pleasant T remedy made than Hagyard's P Balsam. It cures hoarseness, sore throat, coughs, colds, bronchitis, and all 119 applications for two | sum of #52, being amount collected by | | snid section for 1893 in excess of. {amount required, and the Olerk was ingtrio ed to furnich said chair- man with a scheduled list of amounts due the parties entitled thereto. The Kinancial Statement of the Receipts and Expenditare of the Cor- poration to the 15th Dee., a8 prepared by the Reeve and Treasnrer, pursuant to Statute, was submitted to the meet- ing, and the Clerk instructed to have the same printed for distribution. Mr. McCulloch presented the peti- tion of Mr. D. F. Hagerman, and 18 others, asking a temporary grant for | Rity Ellis, of Manchester, he having | had the misfortune to break one of his | legs and is worthy in every respect of | nssistance. Mr. Lamb presented a petition of Mr. Richard Taun, and 23 others, ask- inga grant for one Thomas Tucker, he being unable to work besides hav- ing to support an aged wife. The following communications were read. | From the Clerk of Mariposa, stat: ing that he bad forwarded to the Treasurer. of Reach a cheque for the sum of $24 being amount doe Reach As per nh re townline Mari- posa and Reach arbitration. From the Olerk of the township of Uxbridge, as follows, stating that he was instructed by Uxbridge Oouncil to notify. Reach Council that should an accident occur on the townline be- tween Uxbridge and Reach where the said townline deviates around what is commonly called Weir's Pond, the municipal council of Uxbridge will hold the Conncil of Reach responsible. for any damages and costs arising out of such aceident on account of their refusal to do their proper proportion towards the repair of said road. From _ the Olerk of Brock, stating that at the last meeting of Brock Council a resolution ~ passed _ by said body authorized the paying to Mr. Jobu McMillan, road overseer, the sum of $6 for shoveling snow on the townline of Brock and Reach-- Council to be charged half of and Bir tax for 1893. On motion of Olork was ordered to make out a statement of the statute labor on all townlines for 1893. On motion of Mr. Real, the Clerk was authorized to advertise for the csdar 'required by tbe corporation for 1894. After the minutes were read and approved, on motion of Mr. Munro, the Council adjourned sius die. esr abire ¢ Commendable. All claims not consistent with the high character of Syrup of Figs are urposcly avoided by the Cal. Fig yrup Company. It acts gently on the kidneys, liver and bowels, cleansing cure all and makes no pretensions that every bottle will not substantiate. Mr. John Jamieson, of Whitchurch, who cut his throat with a razor last Eaturday, died from the wound. Mr. McCulloch, the the system effectually, but it isnotal Ebbels for the plaintiff, Mr. Yarnold for defendants. Queen v. Murphy and another-- Was a prosecution for aggravated assault committed at Brooklin on 24th May last. The evidence against Murphy was conclusive, and he was found guilty aud sentenced to six months imprisonment ; the other defendant wag nequitted. T. H. McGillivray defended the prisoners, Queen v, Mrs. Hicks-- Wag u charge of stealing or concealing a team of horses. The defendant in Mareh last being ® tenant of Dr. W. Ormiston's farm and unable to pay her rent gave a chattel niortgage on this team to David Ormiston for endorsing a note of $150 in settlement of the rent. On the mortgage falling due D. Ormiston sent one Palmer to take the team, but the team "had disappeared ; Palmer said Mrs. Hicks told him she had sold them { another witness, one Maynard, said Mrs. Hicks told him the same story, at all events the team was never again heard of. The defendent's counsel, Mr. Elibels, appeared to have captured the jury who returned a verdict of not guilty. Farewell, Q.0., prosecuted in both cases, A bill against Pringle was ignored and one case laid over. The appeal cigar case of Cawker v Nott was laid over; as was also the Sunday fishing cases, and the Court adjourned Thursday mormng, City of Peterborou' Peterboro', Dec. 18.-- Acting on an understanding with the town as to the terms on which the two municipalities would amalgamate a vote was taken to-day in the village of Ashburnham to settle the question of municipal union. The vote was by ballot, using the muni- cipal lists, all ratepayers being allowed to vote, The village isin favor of union by a majority of 134 out of a total vote of 2567. This addition to the population of Petertoro' will bring the town over the 12,000 limit and en- sure its blossoming out as a city. The village comes . tly from it by the use restored to health. I k Blood Bitters too . excellent remedy I e Dear Sirs. --I have suffered coustipation and indigestion, bu of B.K.B. I am now cannot praise Burdoc highly ; it is the most ever used. Miss Aanxs J Laronw, Hagersville, Ont. Ttch cured in 30 minutes by Woolfords, Sanitary Lotion. Sold by A. J. Davis Droggist Deafness Cured. GrxtiEMEN. --For a number of years I suffered from deafness, and last winter I could scarcely hear at all. I spplied Hag- yard's Yellow Oil and I can heat as well as SUYODE NOW. Mgs. Torrie Cook. Weymouth, N.S. oR RA ? Big Yield. --Bome Liople get a bushel and others as high as: five bushels of alsike clover seed ada y+ ls; Charles Gould bas had an average is ahout three bus! this year Mr. the unprecedented yield of eight bushels vacant positions for teachers at New. People who have tried it, say that | per acre off ten acres and an aver borg is "il Ccacvaltimde there is no better medicine for dy- |of hous six hiahels on the who Sup English Spavin Liniment removes spepsin than Ayers Sarsaparilln. 1t|of 23 ores. Mr. Gouid reems to have art oF slied Lewpy und Blenvabos from may not give ae the orm of an|had luck in all his other erops i o sonny, Stifles, 8 Ring | rich, bat it s0 strengthens tho ail-| He bad twenty bushels of wheat, whila, onion Throst. Conghe, eto. Save $60 by | mentary organs that digestion of ordin-| mar. had not ten. He is farms. use of one by A. J. Davify gry food becomes easy and natural. [ing ores, -- Uxbridge Journal,