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The Municipal Elections will soon be on, and at the New Year the County Commissioners will again be seeking the sufirages of the electors, and pointing out their eternal fitness for a continuance of support and an extension of otlice for one more term at least. Men who were formerly satisfied with the highest oflice in the municipal gilt are new anxious to represent the free and independ- ent electors at the County Bo. rd. Yet. notwithstanding this transfer of ambition there is no danger of minor council positions going begging for want of men who are willing to sacrifice themselves on the altar of ambition to secure a position even in t he Municipal Council. The question of electing represen- tatives for either position is one that should engage the attention of the electorate. Fitness for the position should be the basis on which the se- lection should be made. The candi- date whose ambition causes him to force his services on the public with- out the necessary qualifications of fitness, judgment or executive ability should be discarded at any cost. The best men are not likely to thrust themselves into the arena of muni- cipal politics; such men should be sought for, independent of party, sect, society or any other cause. LUDLUI C ent time of taking any active part in Narral these contests. nor of making any] In the reference to the comparative merits would of the men who are likely to be' the es: brought out. Mr. McKinnon and ductio Mr. Binnie, the present representa- contai: tives may both run, but in the event the cc of only one man running in Bentinck, submi1 one of them will be left behind sure, ized in but the eleczors know whom to sup- be ki port and only after the polling can . pupils the result be ascertained. The only in the« thing now necessary is to impress ments upon the people the absolute wisdom of getting the best available men. "2‘81“ Very little can yet be said about the township councils, as everything so far st-eins quiet. In some of the townships the present. councils are so satisfactory that they will likely go in by acclamalion. There is al- most a certainty of an election in Glenelg. It is understood that Geo. Lamb will be in the field again, He would like to try another crack at Joe Firth for knocking him out last: year by only one of a majority. The fight will be a hot one. some will have to drop. All the old councillors are sure to run. In Egretnont, though nothing.has taken a definite shape there will be an election. We have seen and heard enough, how- ever, to say this much. Bentinck and Hanover have, it is understood, chosen Mr. Henry Brig- ham, and if left. in the field alone, without. any township Opposition he is sure to be elected, and with his long OXperieuce ought to nuke a good man for the position. DURHAI takes the lead in building elevated granolithic sideWalks on the top of an anal pile, supported by a row of discarded posts and rotten planks. If the town csn’t aflord to put in a good foundation, and make permancy a first consideration, better let it rest s year or two rather than bring odium upon themselves by such 3 st: ucture as any be seen on the west side of the Garslraxs st. hill. Even sidewslks need I. solid bottom. A pils o! and grossed over with s little Portland cement isn’t likely to steal tbs rsvsqss of sins. H) for its withdrawal. From the first. it seemed like a blufl, but not. knowing the class of swearers that. might be brought in to give evidence the Dr. we would suppose, was naturally a little uneasy about. the outcome. The protest against Dr. Jamie- ‘son is not. likely to be pressed. though no defiuige actgon is yet tak- DURHAM, October 27th 1898. VEYANCER. Etc., Etc. Money to. Loan at renewable rates and on terms to sun borrowel. Ut‘I‘ICFr-Mclntyre Block, (Over the Bank) BARRIS'I‘ER, NOTARY, CON- Itte:;;;'t.:i;-evfitl}il$hi Office (Caldor': Block, entrance Next to Holt’s) Moumwa 8: COURT DAYS. 0. I. mean. U. ’0. VII." 0. A. r'”~o ARRISTm SOLICITOKH, nu; Am COXVFYAXCEBS. Eta, Etc. mumauwmmm on Easy Toms, OWIOICI Owns Sousa, MARKDALE Dmuum. W was, WRIGHT BITSOI, South Stay Tea__§_|tets Institute. A-A_Afi' 'm THE CHRONICLE. DAVIDSON, (Calder’s II‘ Mr. Bretliou' Principal of Mount Forest High School gave an able ad- dress on Composition, belieVing it to be one of the mom important and 5' et one of the most nelected subjects on the public school curriculum. He pointed out that the subject was so unpOpular that instances came under his notice when the whole work was crowded int) the last few weeks. Some regarded composition as a waSte of time. and hence neglected giving the subject the attention it demands. The aim and scope of composition whether written or oral should be the intelligent expression of thought. Should be begun as soon as the child is old enough to answer a question. The question should be clear and the answer in- telligible. Just here Mr. Brethour, deplored the fact that many of the questions set on departmental exam- inations were vague and indefinite. Composition quickens thought and fosters a desire for reading. He would begin with (1) Description (II) Narrative and (III) Essay writing. Mr. W. J. Sharp, of Holstein, next gave a full and very interesting re- port of the meeting of the Ontario Agricultural Association held last Spring in Toronto. Alter a general discussion on a series of questions submitted by the O E. A,, the appointment of commit- tees, etc.. the meeting adjourned till 1:30 p. In. On resuming business in the after- noon, Mr. W. L. Dixon of Egremont gave a thoughtful address on the “ relation of linear measure to square and cubic measure.” By the use of blocks, cut out purposely for such work the illustrations were made so clear that, the dullest child could not fail to see for himself and under- stand the relations the lesson was intended to teach. Mr. Dixon point- ed out also some of the erroneous methods and unintelligible rules and solutions found amongst the early teachers. The lesson was carefully prepared and will do good. Mr. McNichol introduced a discus- sion on Certificates and Salaries. In the course of his remarks he intimat- ed that teachers now were not re- spected as formerly in society and that no possible reason could be given for the reduction of temhers’ salaries. Exception we think might be taken to some of his arguments. but as time was limited no lengthy discus- sion followed. Mr. Slaughter, principal of Flesh- erton public school, was introduced to the Convention and read an ad- mirable paper on teaching of Geoma- phy, showing its value on the school curriculum, the faculties developed in its study, the order of develop- ment its mental discipline etc., etc. An article was given of the order of procedure, special stress being laid Hr. chhinney of Maxwell read a paper on “ How to economize time in Discussions followed in which Messrs Blakeston, Dixon, Alian. Rowe, Blacklock, Slaughter and Irvine took part. which ers. In the composition of the Essay he would always follow a plan, dividing the essay into three parts (1) Intro- duction (2) Discussion, which might contain several paragraphs, and (3) the conclusion. C.mposition once submitted should be read and critic- ized in the class. All criticism should be kindly administered, and the pupils themselves should take part in the criticisms and suggest improve- ments in form, arrangement, etc. Abouthalf past. ten the meeting was called to order by President. Mills and after the opening exercises, reading of minutes and general routine business the president deliv- ered a neat little address of welcome Very favorable comments followed the paper after which th adjourned. 0 meeting On Friday morning after the read- ing of minutes and opening in the usual way by reading nnd prnyer the progrnmmo Ina continued. The Annual meeting of the South Grey Teachers’ Institute was held here on Thursday and Friday last, and though late in the season with threatening weather and poor roads the attendance was the largest re- corded at any one meeting since its organization as an institute in 1877. Out of 115 teachers in the Inspector- ate 98 responded to the roll call, which is a capital showing of the intense interest the teachers as a body are taking in their work. The few who were absent were mostly from the remote districts, and no doubt even a larger number would have presented themselves had the weather been more favoraole. appreciated by the teach- l Mr. Irvine, assistant principal in the Model School here, gave an ex- lcellent paper on history, The prac- z'tical unfolding of the subject, his lucid eXplanation of methods, the character and scope of the work he outlined as essential as well as the modest earnestness shown in the :presentation of the theme prove Mr. iIrvine to be a rising young man in i the teaching profession. V Mr. Burgess, English Master of" “'V' Owen Sound Collegiate Institute, in ‘ 3 his own quiet but able manner next Eggs, Butter’ 0118‘" took up Grammatical Analysis. He Apples, POtatoes a! held that analysis was on a level with arithmetic as a thought subject â€"indeed that analysis and arithme- CA tick were about the only two subjects MPBELL’ D£ on the P. S. course in which true logical reasoning could be taught Buyers and effectively. That was one reason 88 FRONT STREET EAST, _ why the subject deserves so much at- tention. There was another, how- “'13 PAY HIGHEST MARKET PRIC ever, which was worthy of consider- ation. That was the knowledge of the construction of sentences would inevitably secure a better under. NOTICE TO CBEDITORS. standing of the meaning of the sent- enceâ€"hence a more correct interpre- , In the Matter of the Estate of David tation of the language generally. Jackson, the Younger, late of the ; By means of illustrative examples . i on the blackboard he proceeded to TownofDurharnmtheCounty f. show how these two important end “6’97va demand. l 99‘“? be accmnPhShed' He empha' , NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN rtasrax'r ’ 5329“ the 119093815)’ [01' some SYStem l to the provisions of R.S. 0.. 1397. Cap. 129. that l by which uniformity could be attain- all creditors and other persons havmg claima' . . . . against the Estate of band Jackson. the Young. ed: for In thls “fly the WO‘k 0‘ the or, late of the. Town of Durham in the County of teacher and exaluiner would be 133 . Grey, Enquire. dt'ceawl, who died on or about 8 ' the 8th September, A. l). 1898, at tho said Town filled. ‘ of Durham, are required, on or before the The lesson was well handled, well 23rd day of November, A. D. 1898,l listened to, and Wlll doubtless prove ' To send by post, prepaid, or deliver a. the under-i very profitable to luany teacllers' ' SiglledEX(’1‘llt‘Dm0f tllf‘ Esta“ Of ”I“ said (10" . . . . ceased. their Christian and surnames. addresses I esl’ec‘ally those domg 591110" work and descriptions and a statement of their 1‘08]va with a vie W to departmental exam- i tive claims and the particnlors and proofs tln-root . . and the nature of the securities (if any) held bv mations. them. ‘ l _.." uvvvv VV EIVCJ" Mr. Galbraith gave an address on music in schools. He claims that, though all may not dexeloo into Paderewskys or Pattis, yet all may learn to sing. The subject was out lined under the following heads (1) The faculty for music can be devel- oped (2) Music forms part of a com- plete education. (3) Forms part of legitimate school Study. Many pleas were urged for teaching music not- ably a social and moral influence in societyLetc., etc. Mr. Burgess selected for his second subject "Civics, in the Public Schools.” No more important. or appropriate subject. could be chosen. The necessity for giving every Cau- adian citizen a pretty thorough knowledge of '°‘ How we are govern- ed ” will be apparent to every one. The paper read by Mr. Burgess was Mr. Ledinghaln of Bentinck won for himself an honored name amongst the teachers, by his clear, forcible and earnest plea for Incidental moral training in publil: chools. a. valuable coutrifiution to this sub- ject but as it is to be printed in full at the request of the Convention, a. detailed statement of its main points will not now be given, MY- Rowe, principal of Markdale public school, in his own peculiarly racy style took up the subject of spelling. His practical hints on the teaching. as well as the selection of common words of everyday use, sel- ected from observation of things in and about the school and home, were important features of the address. A full outline of the subject as pres~ enzed is beyond the scope of an or dinmy neWSpaper report. To say the address was pointed, practical and sound is perhaps enough. Messrs Slaughter, Dixon, Allan, Irvine, McWhinney and others took part in the discussion. the school room.” He woum em- phasize the importance of a prop?!’ classification, arrangement of work so as to combine classes in some sub- jects, the adherence to a carefully thought out tirne table, care in the assigning of lessons, preparation on the part of teachers, good order, etc. The paper contains many valuable suggestions. Discussions followed, Allan, Irvine, Firth, Campbell and others taking part, -‘ - - ( 30 nt' mued o n Page 9.) I AND NOTICE lS HEREBY FURTHER GIVâ€" E.\' that after the said 23rd day of Nuvember A. l). 1898, the said Executurs will proceed tu distribute the estate. of the, said deceased among the permits i entitled thereto. havin r regard only to the claims of which they then aha l have had notice. and the ' said Executors will not be liable. fur the. said Estate at any part then-0f tn any person or er- . mum of wlmse claim or claims they shall nut t ten : have had notice. THE TORONTO GENERAL TRUST COMPANY, Executors of the Estate of David Jackson, deceased. Parcel lâ€"Lot 47, Con, 2, North Durham Road, Glenol , containing 50 acres. . Parcel 2-â€" .ots No. 5 James street North and Lo. 5 Mill street. South. l’rieeville. Parcel 3â€"Lots No. 4 Kincanline at. South and 4 Kiuloss street North, Prim-ville. Parcel 4â€"The East rt. of Lot No. 4 Kincardine street. north, 1’ cevilhs. Parcel 5â€"Port of Lot No. 8, south of Kincafiline street, l’riceville. Parcel LL-Lot No. 8 south of Collingwood Road in McDonald's Survey, Pricoville. Parcel 7â€"I.ot. No. 13 on the north-went side of Front street in Village of Walteruville, (Flesh- erton Station.) Tendon: will aim be received for any of said parcelsâ€"40 ho opened on day of sale. TEltMS:â€"Ten rcent. down at time of sale and balance in 30 yo. For further Particulars 1 ply to JOHN Mc- ARTIIUR at Priceville or toiLCAS, WRIGHT ac BA'l‘SUN.-â€"()flioes Liarkdaio and barium. Or to the undersigned. LATEBT STYLES IN FALL MI Ctll and ins LLINERY. COMMERCIAL HOTEL, PRICEVILLE. the fo_llowiug Latidn. namely: “ -.---..- -.v|:;5!\'\_JLI\JA‘bW J‘fl‘Ia'l Ann 134" U ECU” ‘(ms of the Estate of Francis Wait. 1.1:.- of I’ricevillt'. Dvrmsvd. the Undersignod will offer for Sale by Public Auction on In the Matter of the Estate of David. TOTICE IS HEREBY GIVENzha: any person or pvrmm fnund hunting 19818011, \thO YOUR”. 13“ 0f the ; or tres assmg in any way ”n but .15. (1m. 1; Town ofD‘u-hminthe county i W. U. .. Belltim-k, “ill be: prewcuted as . 1 the Law diret-ts. ofGrey, Esqmro, deceased. 3 WM. m LLIXGs. Owner. Valuable Farm and Village Property. By EDGAR, MALONE EDGA R. Their Soucmms. Dated at Toronto this 12th day of October mu Buyers and Exporters, as non s'rm'r mar, â€" â€"â€" _ ._ _- 1 WE PAY HIGHEST MARKET PRICES. SEND FOR 0m I’mcu TNDER INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE l.‘4nl'ln§r....~. .. . Saturday, November 12th. 1898, CAMPBELL, DAVIDSON Co EXECUTORS’ SALE MISS CULBERTSON Castor Oil Cream . . . . Dr. Budd’s Kidney Pills. . , . . Dr. Budd's Tonic and Alterative Pius Dr. Budd's White Pine Expectoraot Eggs, Butter, Cheese, Poultry and Pork, Apples, Potatoes and Grain to 15-" \ at. three o‘clnck p. m., at the The Great Bluod Builder, Purifier. Nerve Tm. lator. Only 250.1)81‘ Large BOX An Exquisit. Toilet L°.-tion for Chapped Hands. of the Skin, Redness. Sunburn, Irritation, (in {or use after shaving. Pl aunt and Reliable Remed} for Cou ,1 S A an 250. and 500. a Bottle. 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