't ie _ Nassau rose its champion and defender. _ There were about forty teachers present. ail oe SMe dignified disapproval, and rejected with reproach the assertion of the Bishop of Natal, that there are mullti- tudes of the more,intelligentclergy who do not believe in the Noachian Deluge as deseribed in the Book of Genesis, and also desired to express his abhor- rence of the unscriptural and unchris- tian doctrines enunciated in the book of the Bishop of Natal, at the same time believing that he spoke the sent- iments of the clergy and laity in the diocese. The right reverend gentle- man closed with a wish that all pos- sible consideration will be given the subjects brought up before them, and prayed that "He who holdeth the seven stars in his right hand, who walketh in the midst of the seven golden candlesticks," might be pres- ent with them to direct and prosper their consultations, to the advance- ment of His glory and the. good of the church. Aocal Inielligence. Public Holiday.--We learn from the St. Marys Argus that the good people of the "Stone City" are going to observe Friday the 17th inst., as a Public Holiday. We would call the attention of business men to an advertisement of the Daily Witness, pub- lished in Montreal, which will be found in an; other column. We believe it to be one of the best commercial papers in the Province. Grammar School Attendance.---The St. Mary's Argus says: We have seen the half- yearly return of the Grammar School Depart- ment of the St. Mary's Union School, and note the following gratifying facts :---Total pupils on the Register during the half year, 56 ; daily ay- erage, 43, Of this number 27 were engaged in classical studies in addition to the other branch- es. No Grammar Schoolin the Province can show a better attendance than the St. Mary's Union School, a fact which reflects great credit upon its management under its excellent Prin- cipal, J. A. McLellan, M. A. Aceident.---On the evening of Tuesday week. Mr Michael Powley, who resides in the Town- _ship of Downie, went into the bush to drive home his cattle. He had a gun with him which, while he was in the act of driving down the charge, went off, lodging the shot (large buck shot) in his left breast, and under tbe shoulder blade. Mr Powley succeeded in making his way out of the woods to a road side,-where he was found by Mr Michael Ballantyne, and conveyed home. Dr Paget was sent for who succeeded in extracting three grains of the shot; a fourth still remains in, but the Dr says it will do no harm, The patientis out of danger and is fast recovering. Inquest.-- We learn from the Examiner that the adjourned inquest on the body of Owen Hoy was held by Dr, Shaver on Wednesday of last week, l1tcame out clearly in evidence that the _. deceased had been taken by a friend of Mr. Mac- farlane's, named Michael Murphy, and primed with whiskey, and taken to the polls to vote for Mr. Macfarlane. 1t did not appear in evidence that he had been furnished with liquor by any one but Murphy. He was drunk when he ar- rived at Sebastopol, and also when he voted. He was placed in Matthew Hamilton's waggon to take him home, but he insisted upon getting off near the railway crossing, as he said that was his nearest way home. Verdict---Accidental Death. Tract Society.--The Tract Society meeting which was to have taken place last week was postponed till Friday of this week. A meeting on behalf of the interests of that Society will be held in the Canada Presbyterian Church, Nor- man St., on Friday next, the 10th inst., at 8 o'clock in the evening. The agent of the So- ciety, Mr. Cook, will address the meeting on the ~ general benefits to be derived from such Socie- ties ; and on the good which the distribution of religious and entertaining reading among the people is calculated to do. It is expected that Mr. Macpherson and others will also address the meeting. We trust there will be a large atten- ance. Heretofore no great interest has been _ taken in this Society. We trust, therefore, that "something will now be done on its behalf. The 12th of July.---It will be seen by re- ference to an advertisement elsewhere, that the Orangemen of this County will assemble in Stratford on, the, 13th inst,,-the 12th being Sunday---to commemorate. the battle of the Boyne. ..We trust they will conduct themselves on the oecasion worthy of the great event they will meet to celebrate, The Revolution of 1688, which terminated at. the Boyne, was the event of that age. Liberty, civil and, religious, like the dove sent from the Ark, had been hovering for centuries over Europe without having found asolid place whereon to rest, till William of He it was who lit that torch of Liberty which has since shed abroad sucha glorious light, and which still continues to burn brightly and 'beautifully. We havé no doubt but the ad- _ dresses which will be delivered on the 13th will be worthy the occasion, and well worth listen- ing to. Over three thousand people are ex- pected 'to be present. i 3 County of Perth Board of Public In- Struction.---The Quarterly Meeting of this Board for the examination of Teachers, was held "in the Court House 'on Tuesday, the 30th ult. The following received certificates : > First Cxass.---Laprs.---Isabella Peacock, E. J. Moore, M. J. Sparling, Emma Kahler, Genruzmex :----G, B. Sparling, Chas Clarkson, Benjamin Walden, Jno Waugh, Wm Rothwell. Szconp Ovass.--Lapigs.--M Bannon, V Dal- las. GentLemen.---Jas Campbell, J D Nutting, W Williams, J F Brown, T Murch, K Junor, D Fraser, J Robertson, A Hay, C Ellison, A Wil- son, T Moscrip, JSteven, A St John, H White, J Quinlivan, D Harvey, J Hugill, H Zingg, J H Smale, H Anderson, I Christie, G Hoff, N Bris- bane, R Sansburn, J Reinhardt, P Green, R Dunsmore, R T Boucher; W Brown. Tamp Crass-----Lapms---A Quible, A Ward. Gentiemen.--T Sackrider, P O'Meara, J H Bell, J Baillie, F Jacob, D McLeish, D Duns- more, T Berney. We have heard some complaints about par- tiality on the part of some members of the Board. Such complaints are very liable to be made by disappointed applicants, and should, therefore, be received with caution. We have reason to think, however, that there is some truth in the complaints we have heard, and sim- ply hint at the matter, hoping there will be no cause for such in future. The names of the par- ties are in our possession, and should such com- plaints be again lodged with us, we shall not hesitate to publish the names of all concerned. The members of such a board should be above suspicion. Town Uouncil.---A regular monthly meeting was 'held last Monday night. Present---the Mayor, and Councillors Stoney, Smith, Scott, Watson, Dutton, Bailey, McDonald, Horne, Mit- chell, Sayers, Imlach, Kirk and Robarts, | The principal business disposed of was the passing of accounts, of which, for the interest of the tax- payer, there appears to be rather many. The following is a list of the accounts passed: Re- lief to the poor 35d 40c; Jas McDonald, street labour, 31d; Wm R McCauley, plank, &c., for repairing side walks 158d 50c; Matthew Em- merton, street labour, 7d 75c; Abraham Ba- ker, cleaning water courses, 25d 50c; T Wilson street labour 6¢50c; E Keeif, do., 5d 90c; John Claxton, for teaming 4d 45c; Henry Gil- kison & Bro., street labour, 6d 12c; Town Soli- citor 30d; Mrs Drury, for board and attendance ona man named Jamieson, 2d 70c; Examiner Office, printing bills, &c., 32d; G W Byers, re- pairs on roof of Market Building 67d 44c; Mat- thew Emmerton, street repairs, 3d; Vivian & Co., stationery, book-binding, &¢., 20d 53c; John Carey, fixing culvert, 6d; M Emmerton, fixing doors on Market cellars, 1d T5¢ ; J A Mc- Carthey, constable's fees 8d 50c; George Hay, making batons, 2d 25c; T H Lunn, constable's fees 5d: Conrad Ruddle, repairing chimneys on Market Buildings, 12d; Fullar Bros., Hardware, 2d 88c; Wm H Mitchell, Coal Oil, Lamps, &c., 25d 75c; Constable's Fees Queen's Birthday, 16d 50c; Constable's Fees, attendance on cir- cus, 9¢ 50c; Relief for Poor, 2d 73c, Wm D Harrison presented an account for three months services as Town Corstable amounting to $100. Many of the Councillors appeared to be taken by surprise when this account was presented, the general impression being that no regular Town Constable was 'employed. Mr Harrison said Mr Scott and the Mayor had ordered him to look after the affairs of the town till such time as a regular constable would be employed. Mr Scott and the Mayor said they did not in- tend that Mr Harrison should be paid a regular salary, but that until a constable was appointed he would be paid for any services he might ren- der. Some of the Councillors thought Mr Har- rison's bill quite reasonable, saying, they were aware he had been frequently up after hours looking after the affairs of the town. finaliy decided that Mr Harrison should make out a bill for special services rendered. A Re- port from the Board of Works Committee was read ; it referred to the purchase of plank for the repairs being done on the side walks, and some other repairs which the Board considered necessary. The report referred to the side walk in front of Mr Q'Higgins' new store being too high, recommending the Council to have it low- ered. Several petitions asking for side walks, &¢, were read and referred to certain committees. The sum of 20dol was ordered to be given to aid in opening upa drain from the Sheriff's place to the Railway bridge, on Canston's farm. On motion of Mr. Scott seconded by Mr. Watson, it was ordered that all printing, except small matters, be done by contract. A petition was presented praying the Council to take steps to prevent any more frame buildings from being erected on certain streets---referred. An "ap- plication from Joseph Beadle, requesting the Council to transfer his license from his present residence to that formerly occupied by Mr Mc Cleary was referred to License Committee and Inspector. Mr Robarts moved thatthe opinion of J H Cameron be obtained in order to ascer- tain whether, as the law now stands, it is pos- sible to compel a more fair and equitable equal- ization of the Town, Assessment, as compared with that of other Municipalities. The meaning of the Act, he said, was very doubtful. The motion was carried. Mr Robarts stated that Stratford, this year, taking past years as a cri- terian, will have to pay $1,700 more taxes than it should. This is a matter of some moment to the tax-payers, and should be attended to, Ap- plications for the constableship were read from six applicants. These applications were referred to a committee composed of Messrs Stoney, Im- lachand Scott. The Council adjourned till Thursday evening, at 8 o'clock. Tue " Montreat Datty Wirness-'---Having made an arrangement With the Montreal Corn Exchange for the exclusive right to publish their daily reports and_ weekly circulars, the Daily Witness will be found specially valuable to busi- ness_men throughout the Canadas and adjoin- ing States. The daily Corn Exchange Reports embrace transactions up to mid-day, and they. are published in the Witness in time for the afternoon and evening mails. The subscription per annum for the Daily Witness is only $3, and itis by far the most extensively circulated paper in Montreal, or Lower Uanada, It was | The Anglo-French Alliance. On Wednesday evening, the 17th of June, the Lord Mayor and Lady, Mayoress of London gave a great banquet to Lord Palmerston and Her Majesty's Ministers, at the Mansion, House, where a large and distinguished company were invited to do them honor. In responding to the toast of the evening, Lord Palmerston said--I may congratulate you upon the healthful and prosperous condition of the commercial interests of the country.-- (Cheers,) In human affairs there are difficulties which appear greater at a distance than when they are boldly faced, and when we approach nearer to them. For many years it was suppos- ed that if any event, political or physical, should deprive this country of that staple of its indus- try--cotton--ruin, bankruptcy and desolation would be the inevitable consequence, That dif- ficulty has come. That calamity has fallen upon us. We have survived it; and although I do not mean to deny that in parts of the country, and with regard to large portions of our manu- facturing and commercial industry it has been accompanied by great and severe distresses, yet taking the nation at large we are happy to find that general industry aad commerce have not suffered; that our commerce has sustained scarcely any diminution, and that in spite of that calamity the reyénue of the country has been in a prosperous and healthy condition, en- abling the government to propose important and gieat reductions of taxation. (Cheers.) Well, gentlemen, prosperity--national prosperity and commercial prosperity--depend greatly on the continuance of peace ; and.although there may be questions pending which are of a grave char- acter, yet I trust we may flatter ourselves that these questions are susceptible of a friendly, sat- isfactory and peaceful solution by the mode of negotiation instead of by the appeal to arms. {Cheers.] This country may. boast that its re- lations with all the other nations of Europe, and [ may say, too, of America, in spite of little out- pourings of sentiment not so friendly--{cheers] ----we may boast that our relations with the oth- er nations of the world are friendly, and there are two Powers upon whose friendship and un- derstanding, or upon whose differences and en- mities, mainly depend the questions of peace or of disturbance in Europe--I mean England and France. [Cheers.] I am happy to say that on all those great questions upon which the issue of peace and war depend, whether in the far West or in the distant East, there exists between the governments of England and France the most frank and honorable concert. [Loud cheers.]' The great interests of these two im- portant countries must be identical, and the governments of both are sufficiently enlightened to know that those interested lie in the same direction. And if any pledge were required of the friendly disposition whichanimates the Em- peror of the French, I would point to my hon- orable and distinguished friend on my left, Bar- on Gross, the French ambassador--[cheers]---a man who has had much intercourse in many parts of the world with British diplomatists, and whose intercourse has invariably been of the most friendly character, honorable to his coun- try, and courteous and friendly to his allies. [Loud cheers,] I hold, my lords and gentlemen, that the presence of Baron Gross, as represent- ing the Emperor of the French in London, is a pledge of the sincerity of the alliance between the two countries. (Cheers.) I trust that there are no clouds on the horizon which may not yan- ish and melt away into thin air, and whatever questions may still be pending---and I don't dis- guise that there are questions of great im- portance pending---I hope wegotiations conduct- ed upon the principles of justice and of right may lead those questions to a happy solution, and that nothing may occur to retard that pro- gress of civilization, of industry, of art, and of intelligence which, I trust, the nations of the earth are destined uninterruptedly to follow.--- JCheers.] The Wesleyan congregations of Elora and Fergus have presented the Rey A Milliken with a handsome Bible and purse of money, as a small token of their high esteem for that Rev. gentleman on his departure for Miuisterial la- bors in Wallace. OH oo _ Opinions of the Press. Tae Perth Covnry Heratp--A newspaper just started in Stratford bears this title, and from the appearance and tone of the first number it is likely to become a respectable journal, the number of which in this Province is, we regret to say, extremely limited. The politics of the Herald are those of the Opposition, and it will doubtless be a capable and we hope successful defender of the anti-Grit party in the great county of Perth. Its typographical appearance is exceedingly good, if we except the heading, in which our taste' would suggest a change. If it is conducted as well as the first number promises, the Herald deserves to prosper.--Lea- der. " The Perth County Herald is the title of a neatly printed five column paper just issued from the County town, the first number of which comes to us as we go to press. It is published by Vivian & Co. The Editor says: " We shall be thoroughly Conservative in politics. But though Conservative we shall be liberal," what- ever that means.. The enterprising publishers have our best wishes for the success--financially at least--of their neat little sheet--St. Mary's Argus. iS A new paper, entitled "The County of Perth Herald," has been established in Strat- ford. It is Conservative in politics, and is cleverly edited. Its publishers are Messrs. Vi- vian & Co.--Mitchell Advocate. Tae Perra County Heratn, is the title of a new paper published at Stratford by Messrs. Vivian & Co. Mechanically the paper is like all the work from the press of Messrs V. & Co., a model of neatness, clearness, and elegance, Politically, we regret we cannot speak - so favorably of it. Its articles evince ability and judgment.--Perth Reformer. BIRTHS. In North Easthope, on the 3rd inst., the wife of Mr Peter Crerar, of a daughter. In Downie, on the 5th inst., Mrs Peter Hilts. of a daughter. In Downie, on the 26th ult., the wife of Wm. Smith, Esq., Registrar, of a daughter. In. Stratford, on the 21st ult:, the wife of Mr Thomas Coyne, of a daughter. ; DIED. July 3rd, in Stratford, Mrs. A. E. Stanley, of Manchester, England. Her end was peace. At Stratford, on the 5th inst., Mr John Mitch- ell, aged 38 years, The deceased formerly oc- cupied the large and well conducted Hotel in the west of the town, known as Mitchell's Ho- tel, Commercial. Stratford Markets. Wepyespay, Juny 8, 1863. Fall Wheat @ bush......... .$0 82 @ $0 88 Spring Wheat # bush........ 0 74 0 80 Oats ¥ bushesisnii...< G56 0 35 0 40 Potatoes 4 bush......... ave.s0 26 0 35 Peas & DUG nics: ne pin, 0,04 0 40 Barley DUB) s...0.0 4 = <e00 a0 60 0 70 075 Timothy Seed per bush,...... 2 50 3 50 Flour per bbl...... eehite's p00 . 400 4 50 Oatmeal per bbl...... poe seane 6 00 6 25 Butter per Ib. .c..e0-neeesees 011 0 123 Eggs per d0Z..«se5+sss>0s0 +. 008 0 00 Mutton per'100 Ibs.....-...-- 400 5 00 Beef per 100 Ibs.............% 3 00 3 50 Hay pet ton... 5.5. o 24 Ss bese 10 00 12 00 Tallow per Ib.....0+.2--2se0% 0 08 009 Apples per bag...2+-<s......- 0 75 1 00 Cordwood per cord........+++ 1°25 2 00 Maar poor Ub... 66s + sess eesene 0 08 010 Sheepskins. :<\-6<:. <0 eo ssavves 1 50 175 BGS... niece th se ees 450 2 00 NP ODL os io nhig ns 690 sicko s 5 40 0 35 0.40 ae NEW ADVERTISEMENTS. PROGRAMME FOR THE 13th OF JULY. "T having been arranged that the Orangemen | of this County should celebrate the battle of the Boyne this year in Stratford, Special Trains will leave St Marys and Mitchell on the 13th inst., at 10 o'clock, A. M., for the accommoda- tion of Brethren of the Loyal Orange Order from each of these places and their respective neigh- borhoods. The Trains returning home will leave Stratford at 5 o'clock, P. M. The Brethren of the Stratford District will meet those coming by the Trains at the Union Station, from which place they will pro- ceed together to the Market Square. There the Masters of the several Lodges will be informed where the members of their respeotive Lodges will dine. 'At 1 o'clock they will assemble atthe Market Place and form in procession. The District holding the oldest Warrant will take the lead; the District holding the second oldest will take the next place, and each remaining District in like order. The Procession thus formed, accompanied by two Bands, will proceed to march down Ontario street to Nile's street, thence down Erie street as far as the B, & L. H, Railway Bridge; thence up Huron street as faras Mr Croker's Hotel; thence to Col. Daly's Park, opposite his resi- dence, where Addresses suitable for the occa- sion will be delivered by the Rev E. Patterson, T. M. Daly, Esq., and other prominent members of the Order. Immediately after the addresses being delivered the Procession will reform in the same order as before, and proceed directly to the Union Station, in order that the St Ma- rys and Mitchell Brethren may return home by the special trains leaving at 5 o'clock. The lo- cal Brethren will return to the town and then disperse. Brother E. Dent, County Master, will head the Procession. The County Master of Ceremo- nies will conduct the proceedings. By order, CHARLES FARMERY, Stratford District Master. Stratford, July 6, 1863. 2-lin FARM FOR SALE. AQ CRES of good Farming Zand, 45 acres cleared, being Lot 14, Oon- cession 8, Township of Downie. There is on the premises a good Log House and Barn, 50 x 30, 2 Frame Sheds 60x 11. Also a good Sta- ble. Apply to JOB LAMB, Qn the premises. Downie, July 3, 1863. 2-3in MARSHALL BROTHERS Have gn hand, and are constantly receiving A LARGE, CHEAP, And well assorted stock of -- DRY HOODS, MILLINERY, CLOTHING GROCERIES, All of which they offer On the best terms for Cash or Produce. They are now selling COTTON YARN From Dunbar's Mills at $2.75 Oash. Observe the place THREE DOORS WEST OF ALBION HOTEL: Stratford, July 1, 1863. 1-tf Soap and Candle Factory. f tits Subscriber begs to intimate to the pub- hand a large supply of T ayy. SOAP AND CANDLES, Of the first quality, which he will sell Cheap by Wholesale or Retail. Manufactory--Eliza- beth Street, a little East of the Court House. JOHN DONAGHY. Stratford, June 30, 1863, 1-3m lic generally, that he has constantly on ' HARDWARE, wHOLESALE£ AND RETAIL. HE Subscriber has received, and is receiv- ing the most EXTENSIVE STOCK OF English aud American HARDWARE, Ever brought into the Huron District. Owing to the great scarcity of money this year he has resolved trom this time to Reduce his Profits TOA BARE COMMISSION ON ALL CASH TRANSACTIONS, So those wishing to build or make improve- ments on their farms, may take advantage of this reduction. The following is a few of the leading articles : : 120 Tons Glasgow Bar and Rod Iron, 70 " Pig Iron, : 100 " Blacksmith and Foundry Coal, 20" Serap tron Nails, 600 Boxes Glass, 400 Spades and Shovels, 1000 Corn and Grass Scythes. A complete Stock of Rakes, Forks, Cradles, &c. All kinds of HOUSE FURNISHING, SIGN OF THE CIRCULAR SAW, W. H. MITOHELL, Stratford, June 8, 1863, ° 2-tf THE NEW STORE, Second door Wes tof * THE POST OFFICE. M. J. McCLELLAN, | General dealer in a Fancy and Staple | DRY GOODS, READY-MADE CLOTHING, BOOTS & SHOES, GROCERIES, CROCKERY, WINES AND LIQUORS. His motto is re SMALL PROFITS AND QUICK RETURNS. He sells cheaper than any other House in Stratford. iS A call is tespectfully solicited. eq TERMS:--CASH AND BARTER. Price List of a few Articles: Sugar 12 and 13 lbs. for $1; Rice 20 lbs. for $1; Teas per Ib. from 62} cents to $1; Men's Stoga Boots $2.50; Men's Kip do., $2.75; Women's Calf Boots $1.25; White Stone Ware Tea Sets $2.50 (44 pieces,} | Stratford, June 1, 1863. ; 1-te ; etc) ait Buggy for Sale. W* will sell cheap on time, or trade for a Horse, a good, substantial, new Buggy. VIVIAN & CO. Stratford, June, 1863. 1-tf JUST RECEIVED. SPRING GOODS, in great variety, ; P. WATSON. TO TAVERN-KEEPERS, Just received a "oery heavy stock of e e t Wines and Liquors, Which will be sold to Tavern-keepers and oth ers by wholesale at'unusually ' LOW PRICES. DRY GOODS. SUMMER CLOTHING, In great variety, forsale cheap by P, WATSON, THAS, THRAS. ' Pure and unadulterated, __ Imported direct from China. a cid fier cargo of Teas from his correspondent which he will be able to OFFER AT WHOLES. In the Spring the subscriber -recei\ a Sea ate