“It Shines For All.” uN. ‘Vol VI-No 38} MILVERTON, ONT., PERTH CO., THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1897. MALCOLM MacBETH, Editor and Publisher 0) THE VISITORS OF THE MILVERTON FA When in town on the days of the Fair (to-day ‘and to-morrow) do not forget to calland examine our stock which is complete in all lines. No trouble to show goods. Our Millinery Department is replete with all the latest and mcbpied designs in ladies’ headwear. We have again secured as our milliner Miss Pfeffer who ‘gave our numerous customers such good satisfaction last season. We can suit you as to stylé, workmanship and price, our hats Tanai from $1.00 up to $15.00 We have also in stock a very extensive line of LADIES’ Jackets which we are selling at prices that defy competition. These goods are imported from Germany and are the best produced ‘by that country, which for many years has been noted for the ex- ‘cellence of its Jackets and other woolen manufactures. Even if you do not wish to purchase, call any way and see this range of goods|%# which we are selling at rock bottom prices, viz: from $2.50 to. $10.00. Every jacket ¢ guaranteed to give satisfacticn: Our Fur Department is stocked with the largest, best and most stylish lines of goods in the. village, and it will compare favorably with the same de- partments of the large stores in Stratford and Listowel. Though “the season is still early we have already sold more fur goods.than we used to sell during the whole of some previous seasons. It will’ pay|is you to examine our stock and prices. We give a few quotations below: Ladies’ Grey Lamb Jackets (extra quality) $60.00 Ladies’ Black Astrachan; 2 large pear! buttons, latest cut, special Ladies’ Black Wool Seal Capes, 24 inches long with Tibet collar and front, special Ladies’ Black Wool Seal Capes,nicely lined chamois ockets, extra quality Ladies’ Black Wool Seal Saves satin lines, great argain 20.00 Ladies’ Black Astrachan Sable Capes, 24 in. lone 19.00 Ladies’ Black Coney capes, something special, 27 inches long Dark Goat Robes 52x66,.special All styles of Ladies’ Ruffs and Gauntlets, in Grey Lamb and Mink from Our Fancy Dress Goods are having a record breaking run at present. So fast have|! they been selling” that we have been forced to order another large] consignment which we are now offering at great reductions. These goods are the most stylish on the market, and are equal in quality to/§ the best we have ever carried, Come early so as to secure. a good choice. ‘Wealso offer you bargains in other lines, suchas nishings, House Furnishings, Glass and Crock Groceries, ete. 14.00 6.50 $2.50 up THE BARGAIN STORE. GROSCH & PFEFFER! ‘THE LOCAL NEWS. The track on the show ground is be- ing improved for the fair. 2000 Ibs grapes “i si i basket at Kertcher’s Red F' The ‘Beresford, ae ay ae out in'‘ties'at Koehler & Knechtel Phe-rate for the'village Pansicn for the year 1897 is 16 mills in the Do not fail to hear Reta Se 17, in Grosch's Hall, evening “of Me Peter Schwartzentruber who has been ill from appendicitis is now re- covering. Lost—e pair of poireuedea spec- tacles, Finder will please return to F. Wiederhold. ‘Mr. Fear, of Rossland, spent Sun- day with his brother the Rev, Mr. “Fear of this village. A German made watch given awa: with every suit of clothes purchased at Koehler & Knee! want to hear him again, as be is the best comic in Canada. A-full line of lenses and spectacles in stock, J. H. Gunther at Loth & Guenther’s on Friday. 100 baskets Crawford peaches at 35, 40 and 50 cts. per basket at Kertcher’s Red Flag Store. All exhibitors at the show will find Mr. Appel, the secretary, at his office on the grounds on'show day. Mr. Appel, the secretary of the fair, informs us that thereis a very large number of entries in this year. You won't kick when you see what fruits you can buy for $1.00 on Fair’ day at Kertcher’s, the Red Flag Store. The Amusement Committee have secured the services of Mr. Jim. Fax aa Reta Ross for the evening of fs Grosch’ avd Messrs. spat z "plelfer have added to the convenience of their stores by patting in acetylene gas. esight i is failing and ‘your ng of less use to you a optician, at ae Friday. "he tale don’t forget jo ch a i aichoea Red Flay Store and get your supply-of fruits as ‘there will plenty for every! *Ws'trave' by stax shietren otoek oF ent’s underwear in Milverton and are selling it at cost. Call and get ‘what you require. Konuter & Kyronret. M i enant eet if the weather continues to through ue fair as et presen t the ae thinks that ink! echtel Bee the Misses ‘prater we met Mr. F. Bloxom, the: roofer, He still looks hale and hearty. He says that all he wants is work to keep jim fresh. hour's duration passed over Milverton aud vicinity on Monday morning ; ne thirsty earth was much’ refreshed by it and farmers welcomedit as an agent in loosening the baked ground: Mr. R. Rayeraft told us, the other day that it was just 40 years ago this harvest, that he had the first two sheep he owned killed by wolves in At the Gagreaniad weeting ol Burn’s church on Monday three ‘dele- gates were appdinted to meet the Presbytery at Stratford to give gdod and valid reasons why the Rev. John Kay should not be ‘translated to Deer Park. ‘Mr. John Riddell was chosen nd Mr. Torrance the congregation. Miss Bundy who has spent two or three weeks in the Toronto work rooms studying the latest fall and winter styles bas returned and is now ab me with us preparing for the pening, the fitst day of the fair, Thursday, Sept, 16th. Do not fail ta seé our showroom, as. call in an his Those who have heard Jim Fax When in Stratford: the other day . A thunder shower of over half an cos ‘the | Listowel Great, Fair weather. Look out for the Millinery openings on show Make yourself ‘at home stranger the place is yours. Steatford fall fair promises to be yeu than ever this year. A very large ee of people left Milverton on, Wednesday to yisit the "| London fair, The sidewalks in front of the new blocks in the course of erection which were taken away have laced. A few union jacks and a little bunting would serve to make the village look more gay during fair time. ‘Wm. Finkbeiner, son of Rev. Sos, Finkbeiner, of Milverton, is ‘about open up a tin and ‘hardware snopite in Rostock. The Rev, Mr. Kay has decided to Y | accept the call to Deer Park and the Stratford Presbytery has sanctionetl accept tance. Mr. H. M. Schaefer while at Toron- to purchased a handsome piano of ‘éx- cellent tone. The mene is of ‘Wort- with make, Kingston. The small boy is softing ‘out, his pigeons and bantams ‘and ing castles in the air with the prize:‘money he is about to receive. The orig “ hall for the igtand ‘con- ood seats had better'’secure ‘tickets as they are selling fast. There is a piece of -sidewalk ‘on Main street between Koehler Knechtel’s and Wiederhold’s _ factory whith is badly in need of repair. The council should see that itis attended to and probably save a bill for iar Mr. W. K. Loth’s many friends will be glad to hear that he is rapidly ‘re- Biatishees and will probably be out in‘a Ww da: ‘Tt was at first thought thab he bad typhoid but the Doctor has now pronounced it an attack of malaria. The pen provided in the Judge’s court 6f revision on ‘Thursday last was charge him with being drunk |!” If the young gallants who have lady- loves attending choir practise would quietly sit on the door step until ‘the practise is over instead of admiring their adored through the ‘window it would be greatly appreciated by . the eent thé aforesaid choir. Wednesday, ee satel g before eal ii nt ae it is entitled | Squire After hearing the case _ ae magistrate fined him two dollars something over eight k a esilae in all, The crooks who operated at ‘the gates on the day of the ‘Grosch- relense a kndwn to many people of ‘Milverton. yy, ‘thorough aes ‘and despise crooked. w Is yet cps impaired? ff it is, en, optician, at Loth Friday, ae shwoda ‘and can test and fit any eyesight. Satisfaction guaranteed of money refund Romenbes Mr. Gunther is no travelling agent here to-day ey away tomorrow, He carrie: extensive pane: in Md cannot afford to thing but honorable and Sat ee s 5 “Miel ‘Jim’ likes the place and the pevple and has inade up his utind) to stay. The Caseville Critic has the following to say of him:—Dr. J. Egbert, formerly of Milverton, Ont, has been in the village the past few days and after looking over the ground bas decided to lovate here for the practice of medivine. The Dr. young man who wes excellent business qualifications and will receive a wart welome at the hands of ovt citizens. Heinfortus us that he has come to stay and by strict attention te the duties of his profession will en- deavor to merit a share.of the pubite — patronage. Watch for an nnhowne th | ment of the Tocatioa of his offive in var next issue,