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fl Seldom has there been an election campaign conducted on more amica- ble terms than the one recently con- cluded in South Grey. During the whole canvass we have not heard that either of the three candidates indulged in any ungentlemanly per- sonalities, a compliment worthy of consideration, judging from the way in which campaigns are too often conducted. Some of the party fol- lowers may have at times got a little riled, and lor a. few moments felt “biling” mad but. only to re‘nrns to a normal condition of tranquillity after more mature consideration. O t“ ' . -u the excitement of the recent campaign in North Grey one speaker is reported to have said “Predestina- tion is the thief of tin: Ii” This was a mere slip of the tongue, but so not it; another constituency wnen an aspir- ing candidate told his amused audi once that the cause of disease in the Humber Piggery was because the an- imals were fed on the “refugees” from the Central Prison and other public institutions. Mr. J. D. Morgan, writing to the Globe takes a very rational view of the cause of his defeat in the recent contest. He repudiates the idea of his religion having anything to do with it. The Liberals, he claims. worked well for him, and the real cause he ascribes to the pOpularity of Dr. Jamieson and the split caused by Mr. McNichol, an old time Re- former running in the interest of the Patrons. He also shows that the p00ple of Dnndalk cast aside their party allegiance and a usual Conser- tive majority of 50 was reduced to 15. All the remaining 1-36 pigs in the Bumbnr Piggery were killed last fireek. examined by Prof. Smith pro- Ionncea C K, and will be shipped to Montreal, so some 9! 9‘" city 9““ changes say. Hog: alwlera ls bald to have again appeared in the County of York but did not reach the Hum- ber Piggery. This is what the Westminster says. Read it and say if it isn’t a eulogium on the ability and statesmanship of Mr. Whitney:â€"-â€""The man whom this election brings prominently before the public eye is Mr. Whitney. He may be well proud cf the result, for within two years of his selection as leader of his party, he has achieved a greater measure of success than ever fell to the lot of Mr. Meredith. great as was that. leader’s reputation . Mr. Whitney, toe, conducted acred. itahle campaign, abstaining from ap~ peals to sect-:rian prejudice, and choosing to meet the Government on the queStion of the administration of the affairs of the province. He now has a Splendid chance of winning his way to power . . . . Aflairs are so even- ly balanced that it is largely a matter of skill, and barring the accidental dislocation of the political world, the man who plays his hand base will win the next general election. Mr. \Vhitney is the second figure in the political life of the province." Whatever may be said of the polit~ ical situation in. the country. however sanguine the Conservatives may have been for a change in the administration, and however much the Liberal majority may have been reduced the Hardy Government Still remains, and if we may judge any. thing from past eXperience the ma- jority is likely to increase as time goes on. The protests and bye-elec- tions following will likely give new strength to the party in power, owing to the disposition of n wavering por- tion of the population to be ever “and with the majority. In nny Generally speaking, the man who gives way to petulnncy and shows his extreme sensibility, or extreme foolishness over the remarks of a friendly antagonist is the one who hasthe least consideration for the feelings oiothers. More than once have we seen these super-sensitive angels writhing in agony over an in- nocent effort to resent an insult pro- voked. perhaps. by taunting insinu- ntions of which they were the sole authors. And yet these virtuous mortals are forever sticking their noses into other people’s business to find something to whine about. Now since the war is ovei‘, the smoke and din of battle cleared away, and Hardy and Ross stand a fair Chance of holding otfica for another term the best thingfis to settle down to business and hope for better re- sults next. time. It’s time for a bhange. DURHAM, March 17th,- 1898. THE CHRONICLE. Tate v Owen Sound An actiou‘for damages for iujdries alleged to have been received from a fall on the aide- 1:1. N0n°311€3do Johnson v. Sydenham Mutual Fire Insurance Co.~ The pinintifi resides in Keppel, and sued the Company for $3.39 for the contents of a. barn de- stroyed by fire in May In". The Go. had paid $75 into court, anda verdict was brought in adding 873 to this amount and carrying division court costs. Martin v. Boyle Both parties are farmers of the township of Sydenham. 'l‘ne plaincifl. Joseph. Martin, claimed $2000 damages for the seduction of his daughter. No defence was ofiered, and consequently interlocutory judg- xnon was entered. The damages were assessed at. 83.30 and costs. The Spring Assizcs opened before Mr. Justice McMahon on Monday of last week at Owen Sound. 'l‘hejudge left it to the discretion of the grand jury with legard to visiting public inStitntions, as these institutions are visited three or four times a year by the gth inspectors. He concluded his address with a fitting reference to the death of the late Geo. Inglis. The first case taken up was that of \Vilkinson vs. Tucker, an action for slander, both parties live in O. S. The case arises out of letters; written by the plaintiff to the defendant in an eiIort to collect a debt incurred through 1033 on cattle. The defence set up was that of privilege as the legal atlviser. The case occupied the entiie afternoon session and was given to the jury about 6 o’clock. After an absence of about thirty minutes the jury returned a verdict for the defendant. From present indications war be- tween Russia and Japan is almost cer- tain, and should be of special interest to us inasmuch as England is likely to take a hand in the game to assist the Japanese. A little explanation may be of service to our readers in understanding the situation. Mr. E. F. Clark, formerly a resident of De- troit, Mich., but now of Yokohama. gpeaking in Toronto last week may be quoted as good authority. .The Globe of Saturday last reports hill} *0 have Spoken as follows: " China conceded Corea to the Japanese. to- gether with Formosa. Russia refus- ed to allow Japan to take the Corea, on the ground that it would be Inuk- in'r too big an inl'cad into Chinese is territnrv and was objectionable for ."'Uo’£‘ the reason that Corea adjoined [tus- sian territory. Now Russia turns round and does what she refused to allow Japan to do. It is true that Russia does not call Port Arthur Russian soil, but it will cnly be a matter of a short time until she does. and even goes further, taking Man- churia and all the Liao Tung penin- sula, The reason for this is well known to be because it is necessary for Russia to have a southern outlet forhergreatrailroad. * "' * Japan realizes this, and is, and has been for some months making active pre- parations for war. That England has been advising, and will help her is also certain. The recent loan made by England to China proves this beyond doubt. * * The quiet manner in which the Japanese are making preparationsis also proof that England has been advising her,” Again he says; ° My residence over- looks a bay in which the Japanese navy carries on its torpedo practice, and night and day they have menout practising the throwing of torpedos. They are very proficient, and altho’ I have watched them a number of times, I have never seen them miss the object thefmissile was intended for. The vessels of the Japanese are first class, two of them being super- ior to any ozhers in the world, so that they are in good shape for war.” D. A. Dickson v. Geo. Meir. This was an action for $2000 damages for slander. Both parties reside and cum» on business in Owen Sound. "he plaintiif is a tumble dealer, and the defendant is an insurance agent. The alleged slander consisted 1n the defendant publishing that Mr. Dick- son had stolen his pony and also a la: ge amount of sewer pipe which the plaintiff was then selling on commis- sion. A verdict was returned for the plaintifi fcr $800 and costs. Hall vs. Galbraith. This was an action for $2000 damages for slander. Both parties are engaged in the lum- ber business in the township of Der- by. The defendant was charged with circulating reports to the 930% that the plaintiff (Hall) was in an unsound state financially. The action was dismissed with costs. case the majority at first will be small, and even should the Conserv- tives be in the ascendancy the chanc- es of a political deadlock would be none the less certain. There is little doubt that an appeal to the country in the near future would result in a good working majority for the Con- Seivatives. THE EASTERN WAR CLOUD. SPRING ASSIZES. Floods are upon-ted at London, Brautford. Paris and Galt. Much damage was donebut no lives were IOJn. _ _, - ..-- --....g :; Ulallncbfi, Ull‘. A. Haas;kitchen uteu’sn’lz, Miss S. Haas: set crystal servers. Mr. \Vm. Haas: water pitcher and gublets, Miss Mathews; crystal tqa set, Mr. and Miss Aitkeus: 2 crystal fickle dashes and salt and peppers, Mr. and iss Bradley; granite reservin kettle and wash bowl, Mr. and 3' rs. Scben ; table cloth Mrs. John Benton. and a beautiful fraqu water painting by Mr. and Miss Hoctlm, llalfdoz. china dishes, Mrs. Haas; I dozen teaspoons, Mr. :ml Mrs. John doeflin; 1 prof towels and tablecloth, Mr. and Mrs. W. Fee: “Ell spread, Mr. and Mrs. Pollock; Set of crystal servers, Mr. and Miss l’ol lock ; Crystal tea set, Mr and Mrs (ledlles; Bell spread, Mr and Mrs W lieid, of Arte- mesia, Bedspread; Mr. and Mrs. Reimick ; édozen china dishes; Mr and Mrs Brown, Holstein, sugar spoon, butter knile and (loz. teaspoons, Mr. and Mrs. Allan; set crystal servers, Mr. and Mrs. Calvert; crystal tea set, Mrs. Jas. Adams; crystal tea set. Mr. and Mrs. J. Ferguson; large lamp and met Mr. and Mrs. J. (3. Adams; glass baking powder, Miss Aggie Adams: (107.. knives, forks and spoons, Mr. and Mrs. T. Fergu- son; crystal preserve dish and butter dish, Mr. am Mrs. Klein; bed room toilet set, Miss R. Ferguson: table cloth, Mr. James Ferguson ; set crystal servers, Miss Bella Ferguson - doz. egg cups, Miss May Fergu- son; halftluz. dishes and tea pot, Mr. and Mrs. Allan Haas of Michigan : set and irons, Mr. and Mrs. E. Haas ;_ Rair‘hlanlt_ets,_ Mr. "can 0 I9:6nl.n_ - On W'ednesday last, at the home of Mrs. Isaac Haas, the bride’s mother, a very pleasant event took place.when Mr. John Ferguson Jr., son of Coun- cillor Ferguson, was united in mar- riage to Miss Mary J. Haas, young- eSt daughter of the late Mr. Issac Haas of the 18th Con: of Egremont. The young couple were assisted in their trying moments by Mr. Alfred Haas, brother of the bride, and Miss Jennie Henderson. The ceremony took place at 3 o’clock. the nuptial knot being well and securely tied b) the Rev. Mr. Campbell, of Dromore. The bride was attired in cream cash- mere, trimmed with pearl ornaments, lace and roses while the bride’s maid was handsomely attired for the occa- sion. At five o’clock a magnificent repast was partaken of, and after all were the amusements. which consist- ed of music, dancing and various 0le- er games which were heartily indulg- ed in and enjoyed to the fullest extent. We join in wishing the hap- py young couple a prosperous jour- ney over the rugged paths of life. The following list; of useful and valuable presents will show the es- teem in which the young couple Wits regarded:â€" Miss' Mary Barns, of Hepworth Station is visiting at Mrs. James Henry’s at present. Vs'edding bells rang merrily on the 18th con. of Egremout when Mr. John Ferguson, son of councilor Thomas Ferguson, was married to Miss Mary Jane Bass, youngest. daughter of the late Mr. Jsaac Haas. The knot was tied on Wednesday, March 9th by the Rev. Mr. Campbell of the Dromore Mr: David Jamieson, of Angus. is visiting at his mother-in-law’s, Mrs. James Henry ‘U- v- -vâ€" w- _ ‘ Queen v. Carney McIntyre alias Boyce. The prisoner is a young woman who was charged with steal- ing $70 from John W. Hartman, a farmer in St. Vincent, while working at his place in January last. The jury brought in a verdict of guilty. The prisoner was sentenced to Six months in jail. Queen v. Christian Weltz. The prisoner is a young man of the town- ship of Normanby, and was charged ' o . i ’ f r A; With havmg carnai knOWInge h MW)" Catharine Travis, a girl under 14 years of age. After the case was partly heard it was withdrawn from the jury and a verdict. of not guilty recorded. The Wiison mull was running for a few. days but has cooled ofifigain. Messrs. John and Joseph Lawrence and Wm. McFadden had wood-bees lately, which were very successful. (Intended for last issue.) Mr. Elijah Denett, of Holland, was visiting his brother Henry for a few days lately. Presbyterian church. “’0 wish the happy coupie a very prosperous life. Mr. J. .\I. Mathews left {or Fergus to-day, Monday. Messrs. John Fergu~on, jr.. \Vm. Haas and Frank Adams leave for Manitoba next. week. Harrison v. Bannon. A similar suit. to set aside a discharge of Mort- gage registered by Bannou after the death of Ward. Not finished. UV ”0 "UV“ rw-‘-v Harrison v. Sproule and Ward. An action by executors to recover notes belonglng to \Vard estate. Referred to Judge Creasor for txial. o o‘ _. oauuu\on, 1"" wvv-ovâ€" - Swansea v.- Swanson. An notice for alimo‘ny was settled for $300 and cosm. Both parties_live in Keppel O 1 "7 ,,t'| \. Rash v. Murphy was an actton tor damages under the employers’ liabil- ity act. The defendant put in a plea the jury. Verdict $400 and costs. Rush v. Murphy. An action for slander, was settled out of court. ‘‘‘‘‘ - FERGUSONâ€"IIAAS. LAKE YIEW. TIIE PRESENTS. *O-I'. 0.. .09 0â€"6 8!) 8(3th 11 for Pete McEwen was visiting at Mr. Clark’s one day last week. Pete i3 looking well. The swollen condition of the river Thames on Sunday last, followed by the bursting of a breakwater caused serious loss of property and render. ed homeless about 1500 people in London West. A similar calamity befel the same part of the Forest City about fifteen years ago when several dwellings were carried away. No lives were lost on the last occasion Bill Clark said if Ezekial didn7t care that. he would tell Nelson that Dave Gordon told Dick Allan that Theo- dore Leeson was going to tell Tom Gray that Bert Allan said that Harry Wilkinson was going to tell Frank Forest not to mind what Jim Allan said about Billy Sirrs coming: out to the Gravel road once in a while. Mr. Ham'y Fink is head sawyer at Clark’s mill these days. He under- stands his business pretty well. James Ferguson and family have all been under the weather this last week or so with La Grippe, but are improving. Mr. Richard Morrison is busy pre- paring to do some building, as he in busy bringing home lumber from the mill. Wonder why Albert has to go out by the second instead of crossing the fields to the sideroad as usual. Will looks like an evanguliat the last few days. Jim Hayes purchased a thorough- bred Durham Heifer from Mr. Wood- land last. week. The pieosocial which was to come" off on Friday night. was postponed until Monday the 14th. They had a i good time and some of tho pies went; ' pretty high. Caldwell Bros., of Orchardvillo passed throngh our town last Mon- da; morning with three thorough- bred Ayrshiros which thev disposed of at large figures and were delivering in Durham. Jack Yaunt moved on to his farm 'ast week. We wish him success in his new home. Jake Nediger has been round and bought up all the pigs in this neigh- borhood. Jak is a first class buyer. Mr. Alex. McCalmon of Flesherton was visiting friends in and around this vicinity. Mr. Alex. Smith was the guest of Mr. Clark one day lass week. uyI his kidney. and back were so bu! he was tumble to work or deep. His urine had u brick-dun dope-{hmdhohul to get upflor‘ If you hue, you don't need to enfler with it another day. Get Dr. Chue’e Kidney Pill. end they will give you relief :- promptly end efl’ectnelly’ as they did MR. D. C. SIMMONS, of Mnyhee, Ont. He 3‘ .mc One P“: 1 Dose. Price. 25 Cents a Box. VARNEY. Eggs per do: ................. Apples....per bag ...... . ..... Potatoes. . . .per bag ........... Flour per cwt ............... 1 Oatmeal per sack ............ 2 Chop per cwt ................ Dressed Hogs per cwt.........5 Hides... per lb ........... Sheepskins .................. Turkeys per lb ................ Geese per lb ............ . ..... Ducks per pair ............... Chickens per pair ....... . ...... Wool ........................ 1 Butter. . . . Qprinr Wheat ........ We have just received a shipment of Sterling Bros. celebrated band madt Shoes for Men, Women.BO}'8 Girls. Just the thing for Spring. DON'T forget we sell “Saladu” Ce?“ lon Tea at 25, 30 and No alb Black or mixed, in lead packets' pot ads and half pounds. Come and see what a lot 0f TIN- WARE we give for $1.00. Airesh shipment just. in. The Goods You Want! HOLIDAY JEWELRY. Badey ...................... Shoes. DURHAM, Mar. 16th, 1898‘ Full Wheat- ................... h New Goods. . ~|- t MIRHAM DURHAM. 36 in. Cashmere in Navy Blue and Black 125;. a yard 40 in. Black and Colored Wool Serges 2.30 maid Fancy figured Lustxes ta 5118:” 30c. 311(13va Mara Tartun Gingham 7c. a yard BEAN 85 CO. Market Report. and best on the market: YO line and everv style. set. with Diamonds. Pearls, Opals and other stones according to de- Nnttiest and Most GOOJB on the Canadian Market. “’0 have it in may Silverware, Watcl Clocks, Flatware z Jew ehy k. UPPER TOWN. 2m 5mt08fl H to u 12 to n 50t010 75 to to tosfi to 8 t0!“ Fat for frying t Lefore the to . into it: but i clear idea of \\ tiling water reg1 I thermometer; II at different no guide to Sit id as A matter 61. it must sim II the " surpri ml to contract I Carbonize its treuure. I t, only shoul be perfectly ‘. fried shou3 ' fries crisp _u: girymg. It 181 that so in to be fr' it into the is dipped in ded Iefore t1 mher that I buld be done I mediately hefol Bident he sure: 1' trying is not (at. A180. “he m. a great uid should not be 1 how of the kg 3 articles in the ach each other. :ur “hen iniq is to throw a let cloth on the Dple the first i a water. Lut thi1 liCh might do i In any little pi that msy byve an dirty. and C red. little pie“ or drained ill its bulk and Lever allowed 1 at left on the ar it bu done brsmnd tryim :tfully. lookim .t they ‘ notion ‘ ’, or (If quanti