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LTOCK. flanges, and Figs tC. Dre. )T DRINKS. you. .d Begun, 10c. “'an re. mun 'tock hoes, and 3253 Ive just 6 SOC I") 888 ./ §\ CATHERED DURING THE PAST WEEK CHRONICLE 3540533. THE friends and acqnnintances of Mrs. John Ritchie will be pleased to learn that she is rapidly improving from a recent Operation. As announced elsewhere in this issue the magazines, a number of du- plicate books and a piano will be of- fered for sale Friday evening, -to~ morrow, at the Public Library. Local News Items . THOSE wishing to join the Choral Society are requested to meet in the school room of the Baptist church on Tuesday evening. February 9th, at eight o’clock sharp. A sum“. meeting of L. O. L. No 632 _is called for Wednesday. Feb rnary 10th, at 7.30 p. m. All the members are requested to be present for general business. W. Ritchie, Master.â€"1pd. 11' will he gratifying to the friends of Mr. Allan Bell to learn that he is gaining rapidly after his operation for appendicitis. We are informed that a berry seed was found in the appendix'a very uncommon thing, notwithstanding the prevalent notion that such intruders are often the Uause of appendicular trouble. Trm snow blockade is something terrible of late, and the train service is completely demoralized. Trains run just. when they can and we are never sure of when thev are com- ing. Snow shovellers and train-hands generally. are nearly exhausted, and never in memory of this generation was there a. stronger desire to see the snow Leave The fuel supply is get.- ting low, and a few more weeks of this kind of weather will put some of us in a bad fix - I'r behooves us to congratulate Mr. Ben D. Firth of Leduc. Alberta, who recently entered the band of heme. diets For some time Mr Firth nection, we ttfiiak. with the Mounted Police. Information is not to hand whether or not he has given no that work und settled down to quiet mar. tied life. He isma sqn of Mr and Migb ‘ Firth. of Glenelg. and related to the large "family of Firths in this vicinity. Congratulations once again. 0N \Vednesday of laSt week. Mr. Wm. Grant had the misfortune of losing two head of cattle at the Varney crossing, being run into by the G. T R. snow plough propelled by two engines. Mr Grant assisted by aboy was driving the cattle to town for shipment. when instantlv the train came upon them without whistling until within a short filia- tance of the crossing. Though the cattle were‘ not on the track when the whistle blew it was impossible to prevent them going on for want of time. One animal was killed almost instantly and the other had to be slaughtered. ADDITIONALS Locals on P‘ge 2. THE old story about the bear com- ing out on Candlemus day and seeing his shadow is pretty well known by‘ this time. Tuesday forenoon had quite a hazv appearance and all who had any belief in the prolongation of a cold winter on account of old 801 showing his face were feeling about noon that an early spring might be looked for. But their hopes were blighted about 2 p. m. when the cloude dispersed, and any atraggling hruin might easily eee his shadow. It is to he haped, however, notwith- etanding the enn’e appearance on Candlemue Day, that milder weather and more fuel will soon replace the present state of things. 0!! Monday night last a number of oficers and members of the South Grey Agricultural Society drove out to the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Edge to five expression to- their gratitude for past services of Mr. Edge as President and to make some tangible recoznition of their ap- preciation; It was a bitter cold night and the number who attended _IL-_ -- “Inn-w wâ€"-. - 1 was not large. Shortly after as- sembling at the cosy home of the‘ ex-President an address was read by; President Binnie, and two handsome lorris chairs were presented to Mr. and Mrs. Edge, and also a verv hand some hail rack. _ Mr. Edge responded in his own honest; manner but. the chsrsoter of “his remsrks have not .yet been communicated. Personally we hope the: Hr. sud In. Edge any long be spared. end we sincerely wish she: “declining yous may ' 1A"â€"L -l TEN lbs. of sulphur 25c. and ten lbs. salts 25c. at. Parker’s. of ON Saturday lest we had a call from Mr. Dan Eirth, of Jessopville, who is visiting his many Glenelg friends and relatives. He left us a. dollar to pay his father’s sub for 1904. SEE what others say of the Win- ton Sugar Factory on Page 2. THE train service during the past two weeks has been more than ever demoralized. Not only the branch- lines this time, but the main lines as hell are badly blocked with the heavy snowfalls throughout the country. SOME time ago Mrs. Ed. Limin un- derwent a serious abdominal opera- tion from which she has well recov- ered and is now able to be around. She was able to. attend church last Sunday and looks as well as if noth- ing had happened. NOTICE.â€":-0Wing to the bad roads we willeontinue our ofier in last weeks advertisement for another week. Do not listen to oflher dealers regarding our stock, as we have over 40 barrels of Canadian and American coal oil in our warghouse. Call and see for yourself. W. Black. THE Scotch Concert that was post- poned on account of the bad weather has been fixed for Thursday and Friday the 25th and 26th of this month. The same talent previously advertised will be present and the best concert ever given in Durham may be expecteC. WE regret to learn of the death of the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. David Adlam. of Allan Park. The child was ill for about a week fiom pnue- mania, and despite the best available attendance death came on Tuesday last. He was just six wonths old to a day. FOR some time past the Reverend Mr. Steward has been in a‘ low state of health and little hope is entertain- ed icr his recovery. The old gentle- man is now over ninety years of age, and for a man of his advanced years he has retained to a marked degree his mental and physical energies. While able the Reverend gentleman was always willing to assist in any good work. IT will pay you to lay 03 a day and take a look at J. L. Flarity‘s large range of snitings. The newest patâ€" tern for the coming season and the best you ever got for the money. We consider it worth something to get acquainted with you and are of fering special hargains for February. “omotv'vn to three dollars on every suit. A genteel fit guaranteed. Call around and convince yourselfof these facts. AFTER an absence of about five years in Edmonton, Mr. W E. Buch- an spent a few weeks at the parental home here and returned Monday last to again enter the service of the Hudson Bay Company at Lethbridge, Alberta. Mr. Buchan looks well af- ter his western sojourn and feels de- lighted with the great prairie lands of western Canada. We are pleased to know that he is doing well, and now that he’s making a new start in anew place with the old Company we wish him continued prosperity. WE are pleased to report that Mrs. John Aldred has undergone success- fully. so far as we can at present judge, a very critical Operation, which was performed by Dr. Macdonald. We were in error last week in report- ing the operation as similar to one she-underwent some years ago. \Ve understand the present trouble. though serious, is not at all of such a dangerous nature as the one pre- viously endured. We know to report progress and speedy recovery. FUEL is getting to be a very scarce article in town at present and we understand that even farmers are unable to get to their wood piles in the bush to supply their own needs. It is reported, but we’ll not vouch for the truth of it, that some farmers have started to cut down orchard trees to supply the pressing need of fuel. There’s no coal to be had here and there’s no knowing when the railroads .can bring it in. A FARMER living near Hanover is reported to have charged a laboring men there seven dollars a cord for for short wood during the heavy snow blockade. We hepe there are no other such un-christian hogs near Hanover, and if there are any such any place else it would be well to: have them tranSported to the North Pole with no garment heavier than a night shirt. When s poor man is freezing he’ll pay almost any price iior s' load of wood. but to cell a fel- low a hog who seeks a person ”under such circumstances is no flatter-r to the" respectable. portion of the pig- Mr. Alex. McMillan. of Priceville, was in town Monday. TI'IE GOING AND COUING 0F INS/7038 IN THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY. Mr. George Calder, of Holstein. was in town Saturday. Miss Wright. of Priceville. is the guest of her sister, Mrs. (Dr) Hut- ton, this week. Rev. W. L. Newton preached in the Owen Sound Baptist Church on Sunday last to large congregations. People Mr. W. E. Buchan returned to Winnipeg this week. Miss McLean. of Winchester, is Spending a. couple of week pleasantly visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Search. Miss Wilson, of the Stratford Hospital, is visiting the Laidlaw family at present. Miss Tillie Wade. of Welbeck. is spending a pleasant week with her friend Miss Cassie Sparling. Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Watson, of Holstein were in town Saturday and renewed their sub. at this office. Miss Marie McArthur. of Price- ville, is visiting her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. C. McDougall. for a couple of weeks. Mr. John McKinnon, of Manitoba. and his sister. Miss Christina, of Priceville, spent a few days in town with friends and also with Mr. and Mrs. Mountain. south of town. Mr. Donald McDonald, of Priceville for many years a. teacher. but engag- ed on his farm for the past year was a caller at this office on Saturday last, Donald looks as healthy and robust as ever. nocwithstanding the fact that he is still a Grit. Mr. and Mrs. D. A. Dnnsmoor, after a very pleasent visit with their friends in this part left Tuesday morning for their home in Winnipeg. No doubt. they will be much missed amongtheir many friends, and we wish them much success DR. BURT will not visit Durham this month as he is in the New York Hospitals in connection with his Special work. Appointment for Wed- nesday, March 2nd kept as usual. AN excellent article on the advan- tages of taking the short course at Guelph Agricultural College by W. L. Dixon is crowded out; this week, but it will keep over. ON Saturday afternoon, January 23. apurchaser in town put two small parcels, by mistake, in a wrong cut,- ter. One contained overshoes and the other a pair of stockings The finder will oblige by leaving them at. Russell’s Store. THE Farmers’ Advocate announces the sale by public auction of the Scotch Shorthoru herd, owned by Mr. Thomas Mercer. of Markdale. Mr. Mercer’s herd is considered to be one of the best in the northern district of Ontario The date of sale is fixed for February 24th., at Markdale and will doubtless be well attended. BARGAINS. . . Mr. S. Ludlow is on the sick list. Keeler’s . . DURHAM, OWL, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1904. JEWELRY STORE For the balance of “this” month. RED HOT «a 0.0 - AT Know On Sunday last the Baptists of this town were a happy people. it being the first Anniversary gather- ing in their nest and pretty Chapel since its erection just a year ago. Rev. Mr. Cline. B. A., pastor of the Owen Sound Baptist Church was the preacher on the occasion, and spoke both morning and evening to ap- preciative congregations. In the morning he took for, his text, Eze. 48:35; Matt. 18:20. and delivered a very impressive and up lifting ser- mon which was highly commented} upon by all present. DURHAM BAPTISTS CELEBRATE. At the night service the seating capacity of the church was taxed to its utmost, the school room being brought into use. The large crowd of intelligent listeners were treated to another masterly and powerful GOSpel sermon, his text being. Matt. 28:19-20. Mr. Cline is one of the most popular and powerful preach~ ers in the Baptist denomination, and upon this occasion did justice to himself, and also to the subjects dis- cussed. in presenting them in a manner both forceful and attractive. The choir sang appropriate music at all the services which was heartily enjoyed. Call and get a. sample of tip-top . soap chips. At Grant’s. MONEY at “Z. Mthay Dunn, E Durhamâ€"ti. . The Baptists of Durham are to be congratulated upon this the first Anniversary in their new home which was a decided success. The offering during the day, which was a liberal one, goes towards. the build- ing fund of the church. The year that has just closed has been the most successful year in the history of the church here, and the credit must be attributed to the faithful labors of its pastor. Rev. Mr. New» ton and his talented wife. ' THE TEA AND CONCERT. that falls to their lot, and on this Loccasion they had tempting things to satisfy the cravings of the inner man. Pretty maidens, both tall and short, thin and stout. wore happy faces and seated their guests to dainty tables, where they made all feel at home. The Baptists are a friendly lot, and tea being over. all repaired to the Auditorium and listened to a de- lightful program given by Mrs. Newman and choir. The pastor, Rev. Mr. Newton, occupied the chair, and Called upon Rev. Mr. Farquharson (Presbyterian), who gave his Baptist friends a word of cheer and ad- dressed the audience in a humorous way on “ Missing Links.” Mr. Far- quharson was in a happy mood and made everybody else feel the same way by his witty sayings. The choir sang the “ Highlands ” in good taste and received hearty applause. Mrs. Newton and Mr. Alex. Bell gave a fine duet which was well received. Rev. Mr. Smith (Methodist), was called upon and responded in a neat and short address on “ Pushing For- ward.” Mr. Smith. like the previous sneaker, was in a happy frame of mind, and gave the audience the benefit of his humor. He was glad the Baptists had a successful year and hoped they would see many more prosperous ones. A duet. “ Soft Floating on the Evening Air,” by Misses Bessie Browne and May Dean. was a very pretty piece and -"â€"' was much appreciated. By request! the choir sang “Peace on Earth”; which always seem to have admirers. Mr. Grant McComb’s solo, “ I’d Like to Hear that Song Again,” was per- haps the priettiest number of the evening as it was full of pathos. The “ Orphans,” sung by Mr. Alex. Bell. was a very touching piece. Miss Ada Browne gave a beautiful solo, entitled “ Flee as a Bird,” which shows this lady to have a sweet, rich voice. The singing of the “ Na- tional Anthem " brought to ‘. close The choir on this occasion were without the services of Mr. F. Slater Davidson, of Detroit. as ad- vertised. but although disappointed in this respect, they acquitted them- selves creditably under the direction of Mrs. Newton. The other mom- bers of the choir who tool: partndur- Good business follows good value. McIntyre the grocer. 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