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W 81' e- Tm *8 H'll at N I | U HAM CH RN ICLb‘. YULUM E" a 3h: W. 1“. “Human, son of Mr. B. \\'ax'w|'. intends opening out a new mum-mg establishment, shortly. 0H “'1“ Rm. ALEX. GRANT, pastor of the [PH-st Baptist Church, of Winnipeg, , drowned on the 5th of August, \\ ails (:zuwciug on the Nipegon River. 311'. Grant was well and favorably known by a number of residents of Durham. He leaves 19. wife and large family . amen 'l‘m; Union picnic of the Baptist Sun: lay Schools at Orchardville and lhulmm was held on l‘hursday last. in .\11. Lenuuxs bush near Varney ihc usual sponts were enjoyed, a. nmguiticcut .ea. served and all were nun-numb WU” pleased. The attend mute “as not. huge, we presume, on account of the haying and harvest. ISsl'EtTI‘UR CAMPBELL is now enjoy. ing himself in " Merrie England,” in the world's metropolis. In a let- tt-r home, written on the ocean, and a subservient letter from London, he gives a graphic description of his trip, unsatisfactory in some respects, but pleasant on account of fine weath- er and the absence of sea-sickness. Before returning he intends to visit lreland. Scotland, Holland, France and perhaps Germany. Miss Mac- llUllititl .ud Mr. .uack‘arlane, who acetinpauied him, are reported well, and we trust all may thoroughly en- joy their summer’s outin". Mr. Campbell is a close observer and on his return we’ll expect a treat in the form of an address on his trip. A summer spent in this way is an l-;.ltn:atioii in itself, a liberal Educ cation, bringing one face to face with the realities of life and storing the iniml with a knowledge never learned from books. We hope the bracing ocean atmosphere and the absence from business wouy will have a beneficial influence -in the perty, ress \‘ir; have received programme and e35 bulge of the Fireman’s 'l‘ourn- Jcllt to take place in \Valkerton. On Friday last the pOStponed,‘ Firemen’s Annual Picnic was held in the Saugeen Park. The Committee, had gone to much trouble to make it a success. In the afternoon every one had an Opportunity of enjoying himself. As announced in posters and through the press, arefreshment booth was on the ground, and liber- ally patronized. Some indulged in boating; some in swinging and others who thought they had steady hands and keen eyes, were found trying their skill in shooting. Tea was served from six to eight, and the cravings of the inner man were quickly set at rest for the night. At dusk large fires were kindled boath) others hands trying At dusk large tires were kindled along the river, and the fancy ihzners and daring divers, in bath- ing costume, gave an interesting, exhibition of their skill. The orchestra gave a number of sel~ ections in real good taste, and were l.‘eaitil\ cheered by the audience To us the sweetest piece of the even~ ing \sasa cornet solo, Annie Laurie \\'itll\ ariations by Prof. Peel Miss Black playing the ac'iompaniment. The Virginia Minstrels were expect- ml by boat, and all seemed anxious for their arrival. Ere long the loaded boats approached the landing stage, the Minstrels singing one of their charming melodies. Landing on the platform, they gave a good half-hours amusement in the singing of negro songs and other negro per- formances. The singing “as good, in some cases excellent, and the lttdicuous negro was well imitated, but owing to the arrangement of the lights. the ripplirg of the water and the cracking of the tires, their voices could not well be heard nor their faces distinctly seen. A solo by Mr. Sutherland, as well as the clog tl-incing, and playing of the bones a.:l tambourine by other members of the brotherhood were well exit‘nted. Mr. P. T. Fogger, “ho \thh‘ advanced to the position of stage manager demonstrated his -:bility as a complete master of Billingsgate, a style of oratory long discarded in civilized society. The closing years of the nineteenth century expects more than vulgar chestnuts and penselessiunuendoes. He’s “fresh" rat. LOCAL NE\VS. 20th insâ€"t. The Committee ept our thanks. Mr. Arrowsmith of this town is a progressive gardener and is now giv- ing special attention to the Rifleman variety cf gooseberry, which for size yield and flavor is unsurpassed. Mr. A. hasiour thanks for a present of the fruit. He has the bushes for sale. It Speaks well for an article when the longer it is used the better it is liked. Such is 'he case with Ayer’s Hair Vigor. PeOple who have been using it for years, could not be in- duced to try any other dressing for their hair, because it gives such per~ fect satisfaction. -â€"Firemen’s Tournament at Walk» erton. AGraud Firemen’s Tourna- ment wiil be held at Walkertou on Friday the 20th inst., and neither pains or expense have been spared to make it a great event. The chief features of the prOgramme are Hose Reel, Baseball and Bicycle competit- ions, all of which are Open to the world. In Hose Reel contest a prize of $100 is ofiered, Baseball 370, and other Sports upwards of $40. The Walkerton Fire Company will not compete. For programme and furth- er particulars. apply to 'l‘hos. Wil- loughby, Secretary . A VL ”In p1e1ty wedding took place at St. Mam’ 3 Church Thursday after- noon. when Miss May Innes, daughter of Mr. Wm. 1111133 of D1119 ham. was united in marriage to Mr. J. Herbert Holloway of '1 he Outlook. l New York City . The bridesmaid was Miss Etta Mercer of Mount F'oi- est, and the best man was Mr. Louis Vetter of Toronto After the inter- esting ceremony had been performed, the invited guests repaired to the residence of Mrs. Reuben Perry, sister of the bride, where a reception was held, amongst the guests being Mrs. Brown and her daughters from New York. The happy couple left for a tour through the State of New York by way of Niagara Falls.â€" ’l‘oronto Globe. WE are again called on to announce the death of one of our citizens. On Saturday night last Mr. McUreary complained of a slight pain in the region of the heart. After taking a dose of Radways and indulging in a smoke he felt, he said, all right and told his wife she might blow out the light and go to bed. In about half an hour a strange gurgling sound attracted Mrs. McUreary’s attention, and she was awe stricken to find that her husband was dead. ' Deceased was in his sixcy-third year, ' and for a long time has followed his trade of shoemaker in this town. He was born in Fermanagh Ireland, l and after emigrating to this country] Spent some time in Uobourg. He leaves a wife and family to mourn his loss. His remains were i interred in the Saugeen Cemetery on | on Monday last. A SMALL party of gold-seekers en route for the Klondike gold fields of « Ala-ska arrived in Owen Sound on Saturday and registered at the Queens. The party consisted of Messrs. \V. 1". Borchard, Chas. Gay- lord and Chas. Smith all of Buffalo. They went up on the Athabasca on Monday and will proceed at once to . Seattle, from which place they will sail for Alaska. At Seattle they will be joined by another party of miners and the whole company on their ar- rival in Alaska, will proceed up the Yukon River in search of the precious metal which is said to be so plentiful in that region. On being interview- ed by our reporter Mr. Borchard, whois a jolly good-natured fellow, readily answered the inquiries made, stated that he did not anticipate that the royalty which the Government intended to impose on all gold miners {would have any effect in deterring ,ininers from going to that country l and thus delay its development, but jokingly added that the Government l might find it rather difiicult to as-l certain exactly how much each miner obtained. However, he laugh- ‘ingly said that if he made five hun- dred a month he would have no objection to paying the Queen a small share for the privilege of taking away the rest. The party is com- posed of Strong stalwart hardy men, who appear capable cf enduring hardships, Messrs. Box-chard and Gaylord especially looking as though they could spare cmsiderable flesh" without inconvenienco.â€"O. 8, Ad- vertiser, Aug. 6. DURHAM, ONT., AUGUST 12. 1897‘ THE rural schools Open on Monday next. The prime minister of Spain was assassinated on Sunday last. Epworth League Monday evening. Tepic“ The prayer at the Shipwreck.” MR. J. W. GALLIGER, of Markdale, advertises a choice faun to rent\ See his ad. It is said that a recent hail storm did much damage to the crops in the south of Egremont. A barn belonging to Mr. Peter Mc- Eachern of South Egremont was burned by lightning on Sunday after- noon last during the Storm. â€"S. T. Orchard is ofiering some great bargains in new and second hand organs. Now th tt the town is paying noth- ing for public lighting we think the money thus saved could be well ap- plied in improving the sidewalks. Ayer’s Hair Vigor is cleanly, agree- able, beneficial and safe. It is the most elegant and the most economic- al of toilet preparations. By its use ladies can produce an abundant growth of hair, causing it to become natural in color, lustre and texture. THE League game of lacrosse play- ed at Shelburne last Friday was won by the Sheluurne boys, score 4â€"3. Another game mast yet be played for the league championship between the same teams. and the Durham boys are anxious to see them play it here. Mrs. John Porter, sister of Mrs. Samuel Lawrence, died on Friday night last and was buried near Swin- ton Park. A number of relatives and friends who were present sought refuge in the barn during a thunder storm. The building was struck by lightning and slightly damaged, sev- eral of the inmates being shocked. BROKEN weather again. On Tuesday morning last, between two and three o’clock the large frame barn and stables belonging to Mr. Isaac Hutton’ near Orchardville were struck by lightning and completely destroyed together with the contents which consisted of about thirteen tons of hay and a quantity of fall wheat. The loss is partly covered by insurance. Mr. Sinclair, of Flesherton, called on us Saturday Miss Ella Barclay, of Toronto, is holidaying in town. Miss Lela Warmingtou is visiting Oianweville friends. Mr. Darroch, of Collingwood, is visiLing friends in town. Mr. James McClocklin. Flesherton, was in town Saturday. Mr. Geo. MacFarlane, of Glencoe, is visiting friends in town. Mr. and Mrs. N. Halvey and familv Spent Sunday in F leshelcon. T. P. Smith, Eye Specialist, Elora, visited Durham professionly on Tuesday. Mr. A, W. Patterson, of Wiartou, was in town Sunday on his way to Mt. Forest, Mr. Norman MacIntosh, of Chesley was the guest of friends in town over Sunday. Misses B. Maudougall and M. Mac- donalu visited Williamsford friends 0\ er bunday. Mr. Gilbert McEachern, teacher;. from near HeSpeler, paid usa. brief call on Tuesday. Major Douglass, of the Box 111 Millitmy College, '1‘0101110 mapcucfl the armory this week. i Mr. J. E. Moore, Flesherton's fur-.1 uicnre man, spent. Monday uxght . with friends in WW0.- PURELY PERSONA L. 0.9 0-4 Mr. Alex. Dunn, of St. Joseph‘s Island, who has been visiting his ‘sister. Mrs. Mollvride returned to his island home on Wednesday last. Miss Annie Watt returned from Hamilton last week accompanied by Miss Maudie Vollet, who will Spend some time with her aunt, Mrs. Chas. Vollet. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Moflat, of Moorefield, visited friends in town the forepart of the week. Rev. Mr. Tindall, of \Valkerton, conducted the services in the Meth- odist church on Sunday last,morning and evening. Masters William and Donald Rob- ertson, of Kincardine, are visiting their uncle, and aunt Mr. and Mrs, A. \V. Browning. Bit. Robt. MacAdams, of the Sar- nia Canadian, has been visiting at Mr. Sutherland's for the past week or so. We enjoyed afraternal call from him. Dr. and Mrs. A. Whelan returned to their home on Saturday. They were accompanied as far as Toronto by Miss Maud Whelan, who will visit friends there. Mrs. A. McIlvride, of Brandon, Man., who has been visitlng her friends around Orchardville, for the past three months, returns to her home on Monday next. Mrs. H. J. Middaugh has returned to her home in Durham after spend- ing a few months with friends and relatives in Canton, Armstrong, Pittsburg, London and Berlin. The members of Durham Fire Bri- gade desire to thank the citizens of Durham and the surrounding country for their liberal patronage in attend- ance at the picnic; the ladies ol the town for their liberal supply of provisions, and assistance in provid- ing the supper and all others who in any way cOntributed or. assisted in the prOgramme. A Snap IN CLOTHING. We’ve got a lot of boys suits about 50 in all, in sizes from 22 to 29 which have to be cleared out by the 1st of next month. Most of them are three piece suits and they were sold at $3, $4, $5. To make quick work of them we say TWO DOLLARS. For your choice. If you have any boy be. tween 5 and 10 years old this is an opportunity of a lifetime. XXXXXXXXXXX For this week we offer SPECIALS IN DRESS GOODS. SPECIALS IN CORSETS SPECIALS IN BOOTS SHOES; WNBW Fall Dress Goods CASH and ONE PRICE Calder’s Block : Lowe] Card of Thanks. RICHARD PARKER, Chief. OOOOOOO arriving this week,“ SONS OF SCOTLAND AN ENTHUSIASTIC MEETING ' IN PRICEVILLE. GRASI) SECRE- TARY Ronsarsox Pnsswxr. Last Friday. the 6th iust., Camp. Scots Greys N0. 87 held a. very suc- cessful pic-hie on the School grounds, Priceville. A goodly assemblage of five or six hundred persons were present. The grounds were decorated with evergreens and ample seating room beneath the branches. A capacious platform was well occupied with toe and heel steppers to the music of pipes violin and piccolo. Dr. Hutton ably filled the chain and called upon John McArthur ESQ. who, in his usual racy happy manner Opened the days proceedings. The exercises {vere varied by ad» dresses and dancing, and a more happy assemblage would be hard to; find. Mr. Binnie, of the Co. Council‘ gave a felicitous address on the principles of the Order, its objects and aims, and that we should never forget the land of our nativity. Mr. Robertson. Grand Secretary of the Order in Canada, gave an im- pressive and forcible address, which lack of Space compels us to condense into the following word :-Loyalty, Truth and Virtue. Mr. Allan, Warden of the County- addressed the audience in a. few ap- pxopriate remarks. Mr. C. Ramage, of the Grey Review gave a happy serio joaular~ and withal, statesmanlike Opinion of the day, its belongings and results. Mr. Dugald McLean gave an ad- dress in the gaelic language which elicited hearty applause. Mr. Runstadller, Dr. Carter and other friends froin Flesherton, Mr. Cairns and other friends from Flesherton Stationt b~r. R. Parsloe and others from Proton honored the day with their presence. A sumptuouslunch was the next order of business, and a few more tunes from the pipes and the com-. pany diapersed. Happy to meet, sorry to part.-â€"-The Gleaner, Lower Town NO] .98- O