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Mr. Wm: Wade of Welheck spent final-day evening in the suburbs und loft many handsome impresaions, The Ontario Government after squanderingacash surplus of four million dollars, sacrificing twenty- ).ine million dollar’s worth of timber, rolling up a. large provincial debt, prostituting our educational system for the benefit of party heelers, and practising deception on the peeple regarding our surplus, that doesn’t exist. has no claim on the suffrages of the people; yet some are so blind to party that they can’t see beyond the ends of their "free and inde- pendent” political noses, and will if possible perpetuate a. system of thravneance, that must result in bankruptcy and direct taxation. The (1.in mail service was recestab~ liahed last. week to the satisfaction of ‘11. Master John Little leavos this week for Williamsford where he has secured a position “ith A, A. Parks. merchant. of that place. Mr. Lonl D. C. Duncan, Phrenologist of on Out., was in the viiiage last. m say that Mr. Bertram claimed to speak for himself nub. and not for Hm government. or the Libaral party in laying down such preposterous 1 ulna as the maintenance of the tar- iff.” Mr. Bertram is an Opportunist, and has won the election hy pander- ing to the wishes of the electors of his particular riding. lir. Bertram, the Liberal candi- date for (Jentre Toronto was elected by a 300 majority over his oppo- nent. Mr. Howland. 'l‘histhe Liber- als willclnim as an evidence of sat- islactlou by the people of Centre 'l‘o- memo and n vindication of the policy advocated by the Liberal Lender. but not so Mr. Laurier’s trade policy, if he has a trade policy at all, is free n-mle. ul‘, if not. why should he wear l:;s Uobclen medal and sail under false culn; s ? .\i r. Bertram in the campaign n ivucuted a stable tariff with no . mug», for ten years. and despite the 1).,mll10ll raken by Mr. Laurier and i m Uioue. \lr. Bertram for the time "Uni“: became a protectionist and sailed into power under a false name. The Montreal Witness of Saturday. l‘i't‘UK'IIZHd by every one as a Liberal organ. in speaking;r of Mr. Bertram’s policy on the tariff question save :â€" "Mr. Bertram is therefore talking nonsense when he argues that the tarifl snoulil stand as it is {or ten years.” And again : "It. is only just to say that Mr. Bertram claimed to The Liberals under Laurier’s first year’s administration actually re- dared the annual exnamliture from $36,950,000 to $38,350,000, and this year, 1896-7, a further reduction has been made so that the estimates are only a little over 84) 000 000. How do yuu like the fulfilment of promise No.1? \Vhat shall it profit the people of Merritt to have a. three cent postal rate to the British Empire, if they have to walk seven miles to the poet-office in exchange therefor ? The Turtle Mountain Bye election last week broke its record by return- ing a Conservative to the Greenway government. The Ontario Legislature opened on Tuesday this week. DURHAM, Dec. 2nd, 1897 RESIDENCE :«Middaugh House. Bast Plans. ‘0.\' FIRST MORTGAGEâ€"- MONEY 0 T0 0 LOAN Special attention given to Leaning, Insurance, Conveyancing and General Estate Business. CHARGES MODERATE. Whitney the next Premier. T HE CHRONICLE. (J. Arthur Bats-0n. We and life Insurance. DORNOCH. at 5 per cenr. Terms to suit borrower. EDITORIAL. "0.9N Calder’s Block, Lower Town. Durham. Lowest Rates. wpatlwr prevented many from enjoy- ing a. rare and useful treat. Truax’s gang of lumberxnen are again in winter quarters in Lister’s swamp and are making the woods resound with the echo of their axes. They are a sociable and jolly lot. Prof. \V S. Duncan, Phrenclogist, lectured in tile {schoolhouse on Tues- Mrs. \V. Potter arrived home last week after a visit. of mm months’ duratign with friends in the Queen City. Mr. D. and Misses Stewart arrived home Saturday from a fortnight’s visit amongst relatives in Saugeen. Bruce County. Mr. Hectov McDonald of Walker- ton is rusticating around here an present. He is visiting his cousins, the McArthur’s. Ellison and Hartley with their steam threshing ousfit finished the thresh- ing of the season last, week as R.. B. Ledingham’s They make a capital job. Mr. Fred Bray arrived home a week ago from Petrolia where he had alucratine position during the summer months. The old order of things is now re- stored in the mail line, everybody is delighted and the mystery now is who to thank for it. Catarrh of Ten Years‘ Standing Cur- ed by Dr. Chase. I suffered from Catarrh for ten years and was treated bv some of the best physicians in Canada. I was recommended by Mr. C. Thompson, druggist, 'l‘ilsonburszh, to try Dr. Chase‘s Catarrh Cure. and can state poiitivelv it cured my Catarrh and Catarrh- a! Sore Throat. Yours respectfully. J. 1). Phillips, J.I’. Anna A. Howe , Witness. Eden, nt. Mr. \Vill Bray is visiting prospec- tive relatives in the vicinity of Berkely at present. Mr. A. McKmnon of Crawford was around here last week and invested very strongly in. the pork business. Farmers like dealing with Allan. Mrs. Francis McNally of Glenroad- en is a welcome guest at the home of the Stewart family this week. Last Thursday Thanksgiving ser- vices were held by Rev. Mr. Hum- phreys in the Presbyterian church. Mr. Hugh McA'rthur and Jan. Watson intend leaving for Cheboy- gon, Michigan next week. Miss Emma. McDowell is sick at present. l In the last issue of your paper there appeared an article in Moss Lake Cor on what he called Mil- leuniurnism, a debate between Malcolm and Dugald and Dugald coming out victorious and Malcolm’s theory thrown to the moles. Malcolm has this to say that he will discuss these questions with Moss Lake Cor. or with any other Bible student, private ,or public, providing it will be in achristian spirit. Several of our sports were out. on Thanksgiving Day hunting, it was said, and to judge by the amount of game secured it must have been scarcely anything else but hunting and very few got any game at all, and after along tramp Spent some time shooting at a mark to test their skill. We hear of one who carried a gun which is something of a pop-gun make. who after several shots at a wood-pecker attempted to capture it by running it down. Mr. Hunt started the erection of his new store last week. the dimen- sions are 26x60. The store Mr. Hunt now occupies has been leased to a Markdnle firm who will take posses- sion early next year. The services in the Presbyterian Church on Thanksgiving Day were very largely attended. The pastor, Rev. Mr. Little officiated. ‘Mr. '1‘. Duggan captured a hand- some red fox recently which has be- come so tame as to accompany him to and from his. work, morning and evening. It is needless to say Mr. Duggan is proud of his pet. Mr. George Corlett, of Calumet. Michigan. is visiting relatives in the village. Calumet is a. wealthy min- ng town on the south shore of Lake Superior, in which Mr Coxlett. has a lively interest. Mr. James \Vagner of Durham snent Sunday with friends here. . Mr. A. M. Leddingham. the chic! clerk of A. A. Park’s Departmental Store, Williamsford, Spent. Sunduy with friends in the vicinity. WELBECK. PRICEVILLE. 0.0 I‘HE DURHAM CHRONICLE, December 2nd 1897. “'9 would suggest that the rate- payers of Sep. S. S. No‘: 7 appoint Captain R McDonald trustee at the next annual school meeting. We can almost vouch for his efficiency, and, although. not strictly compulsory, we have little doubt but that he would deem it a pleasure to make passable roads to and from the school for our neighbors on the hill during the stormy days looking for no other re- muneration than a charming educated companion at a game of cards or crokinole. On Nov. 15th Miss Kate, youngest daughter of Mr. Angus McVicar, paSSed away to the silent majority aged about 30 years. She never knew what it was to enjoy mental or physio cal vigor and her last illness was of short duraticn. The East Glrnely R. C. cemetery marks her last tasking place. a well earned rest among his friends and relatives in and around our burg. Mr. Duncan Johnston who for manv years was employed in the vi- cinity of Brantford and Paris, went om: to Carmen, Mam, about a year age but lately returned and is taking \Ve soon eXpect to number among our nearest neighbors Mr. Ailmrt Neil and his young and happv bride. The finishing touches are being PM on the new house Only in a couple of cases do we know of potatoes being undng, but many did not secure all their tur- nips. Mr. Ottewoll, the Flesherton Vet. is treating a. horse belonging to Mr. George E. Arrowsmith for a peculiar growth on one of his feet, which has rendered him useless for work since last spring. John A. Beeton and Michael Neil are Splitting 1000 cedar rails for Mr. J. McVicar in Mr A. Neil’s swamp. Miss Minnie McGrath is learning dressmaking with Miss J. Beaton in Durham. We are sorry to learn that Mr. J. Welsh was obliged to return home from the shanties, be having well nigh severed two of his toes with the axe. The Misses Minnie McPherson and May Schoflield of Toronto Spent a pleasant time visiting their many relatives here. " I tried a bottle of Dr. Chase’s Syrup of Linseed and Turpentine for a troublesome afl‘ection of the throat.” writes Manager Thomas Dewson of the Standard Bank, now of 24 Melbourne Avenue, Toronto. ” It proved effective. I regard the remedy as simple. cheap and exceedingly good. It has hitherto been my habit to consult a physician in troubles of this nature. Hereafter, how- ever, I intend to be my 0W“ family doctor.” Mr. John Vayaon'returned home recently to remain with his aged parents for the winter. Mrs. Henry Reay presented her husband on the 14th inst. with n bcuncmg boy. Harry’s face wears a broad smile in consequence. Mrs. Archie Wilson of Latona spent a few days with her parents. Mr. Thomas Livingston of Mount Forest Spent Sunday under the par- ental roof. Miss Maggie W'ier spent. Sunday with her sister here. Mrs. Geo. Bailey spent a few days visiting her parents in Hepworth recently. Messrs. Jim and Moses Donelly returned from the vicinity of Bramp- ton recently Mr. John Vickers of Hampden visited his parents on Sunday. Miss Mary Forman of Durham spent a few days visiting her sister, Mrs. '1‘. H. Lawrence. Some of our Sports were our hunt- ing on Thanksgiving Day. After partaking of a delightful wedding dinner the happv couple leftover theO. R, R. R. for their future home at Washington. follow- ed by the best wishes of many friends. The ceremony was perfo1med by the Rev. Henry Rumel, D. I), in the presence of the immediate rela- tives and friends of the family. Fourth and Green streets. , The contracting parties were Mr. Chajries \V. Barns, a, well~known young business man of \Vashington, Pa., and Miss Jessie Edith Wilson. the charming daughter of '1‘. R \Vil- son, foreman of the Parkersburg Rip: and Reel works. 8116 is a papnlar young lady, and an accomplished musician. A pretty home wedding took place today. at high noon, at the home of the bride’s parents, on the corner of BAR‘NS-WILSON. (From the Parkersburg Journal.) Banker’s Experience. POMONA. VICKERS. 4.9 0-4‘ Barley ......... r .............. 30 to 30 Hay .......................... 5 (X) to 8 00 Butter ....................... 14 to 14 Eggs per doz ................ . 13 to 14 Apples. . . . per bag ............ 50 to 75 Potatoes. . . .per bag ........... 40 to 50 Flour per cwt ................ 160 to 240 natmeal per sank ............ 1 75 to l {X} Chop per cwt ................. 60 to 75 Turkeys per lb ................ 7 to' 8 Geese per lb ................. 4 to 5 Ducks per pair ............... 40 to 50 Chickens per pair .............. 20 to 30 DressedHogspercwt..... ..... 500 t06m Hides” ..per 11).. ... 6 to 7 Sheepskins ....... ........ H) to 75 F» U \Vheat .......... qprimv Wheat. . . . . . . Oats ................. 'l‘he erratic and nobbv young G. R. cor. of Scotchtown had one of his periodical bilious attacks about ten days ago and relieved himself of one of his pet jokes. That is not to be wondered at since he attended so many social gatherings and partook of so many late suppers with his city friend. “'6 suggest that Mr. M. put in that culvert at the foot of the hill almost opposite his residence which would remove the stagnant pool and with it the bilious microbe germs. His struggles with a weak mustache have grown proverbial, but a new hope has sprung.r up within his breast since the triple application of the 50c. "Queen City” perfume. H. PARKER, Druggist, Durha r3. Christmas Groceries, New Fruitg, Etc. is the right place“ for Holiday Goods. CHRISTMAS and NEW YEAR nan be offered at so low a price, but 1t 18 so, others are In . grinning to appreciate and take advantage of this snap. Why should not you ? 25, 40. 50 506. [£59 PéCKAGES. MR. THOS. DOLPHIN TARA, Omn, says: "I had Itching Piles for about ten or twelve years, and tried every- thing I could hear or read of, and found that nothing did me any good. Mr. Hilburn, the druggist, gave me a sample box of Chase’s Ointment, and from the first application I found relief and was able to go to bed and sleep. 1 then purchased one box and that one 011er me so that I have not been afflict- ed since, and that is over a year ago." “Seemsmpnssihle” Market Report. DURHAM, Nov lbs best Granulated Sugar for one Dollar. loz ................ . 13 to 14 per bag ............ 50 to 7:) per bag .......... . 40 to 50 c“ t ................ 1 60 to 2 40 It sank ............ l 75 to l 90 } wt ................. 60 to 75 ' 1' lb ................ 7 to 8 b ................. 4 to 5 Dal! ............... 40 to 50' FILES. GHASE’S 60 Cent: 3 Box. NQVELTIES By :11 (19910". 9: GURES (noon. Bad 8‘ 00.. Toronto. Ont. 24th. 1897. CEYLON TEA l7 That a pure ceylon tea 8110119.. 75 to 80 75 to 80 75 to to 4'2 F A full car load arrived. Get 3' ‘Twine early from 6 cts upwards. {Repairs of all kinds kept in stock. HAY FORKS, SCUFF- LERS, and PLO‘VS Plenty of them in stock. â€"â€"â€"TVVINE-â€"â€"â€" ”I.“ .-.Vâ€" Laughla; 357 Tud'hop to select from. The Adams Wagon always in Stock. You can buy these at right prices A Car load of wagons and \OVV is the time to buv 30111 Binders and MOW- ers and be S1110 11nd bm onlv Massey Harris \lachines. Thev me sure and 1011111110 and \1 111 not fail 0 satisfy you. A full stock 01 Upper Town, lowest rates. Conveyancing, Leases. \Vills, Mort. gages, etc.. drawn up on short notice. Horses bought and sold. Waterloo Thrashers for sale at «are- rooms. Patronage solicited. Orders for Sales may be left. at THE CHRONICLE OFFICE. Harvesting mammary Noxon’s Binders, Mowers, Drills. Spring 'J‘ooth Barrows, best in the in the market. Guards, Sections, etc., for all kinds of machines. Pianos, Organs and Sewing Machines. Money to loan on farm property at Issuer of Marriage Licensee S. T. ORCHARD, Farm Implements and Machinery. C. T. ORCHARD, in Great Variety. Sharp’s old Stand. â€"Licensed Auctioneer. Agent for Lower Tow“ Durham. your at ink in His Occasionally h victim escaped 1 ed Rodior was mont Ferrand 4 year ago, when inc. grinning l was 0. tummy: riod_:hi_¢bn¢a Have you seem tas-r as you cal “Oh, yes," rd without the 1981 "I saw a man r! to the north at the sandal-me ‘ imaginary culpl several crime derer's narra pletely W'Hp. tion 18 still i mutation brought but watch. and another is nu doubtful if knows the n nonrhalamly [resin tragwly vest ig Inn) for “109 I we.” - Thu "can: I “1130.! a n 808” H9 inst am ll ’fll ng warnm I? crumna 11:0 EXTRAORDI FRE 9n VAUHER ll I‘bt In fl an lflfl DI rult [11E bum ma kin ll hc‘ (m his v1 CLEAN s! on I‘ll-5f Ill SPIZE 1nd mu H Ia! 01' ll u l l8! ll UL