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(‘ronyon Hall was well filled last evening on the occasion of the piano recital given by the blind musician. Mr. Thomas Mitcheltree, ably assisted by Miss Quita Moore. Every number on the program was warmly received. and those who had the good fortune to be pre- sent, listened to a musical treat the equal of which, we unfortun- ately seldom hear. Mr. Mitch- eltree is more than a pianist, he is an artist. His remarkable tech- nique and delightful rendering of the most difficult compositions of the old masters surprised even his most intimate friends. His clever interpretation of Beethov- en’s Sonata Patheticque with its changing mood. Bilenburg’s bril- liant Roman“, the over sweet and enjoyable melodies of Chopin. were received with deserved applause- London Free Pull. Ir. Hitchel- tree will [he an arm redtal in the Presbyterian church on Tues- dl! "Gilli. February 15. Ad- m le. Proceeds entirely (or The funeral of the late Mrs. Adams. of Whom we gave a short obituary last week, took place on Saturday afternoon last. The re- mains arrived here from Detroit, Friday, and were taken to the home of her brother, Mr. D. B. MoFarlane to await the hour ar- ranged for the funeral obsequies. Rev. Mr. Whaley was the officia- ting clergyman, and referred with deep feeling to the sudden taking off of a promising young life. The profusion of floral offerings show the deep respect in which she was held by her many friends. The funeral was largely attended. Rod Own work. Lieut. Wolfe, now in Salonica, in the Army Veterinary Corps, was recently promoted to the position of Captain. He has had some ex- perience dodging German bombs, and things are different from his sweltering experiences doing nothing on the burning sands of Egypt \ A very quiet wedding was solemnized on the 19th of Jan- uary. at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Wilson, 0! Rocky SaLgeen when their youngest daughter. Elizabeth Olive, was united in marriage to Mr. Wm. E. Bourn3,ol Invermay. 8351:. “'8 tender our congratulations. On Monday, Feb. 7, the Lamlash “’omen’s Institute intend holding a box social in aid of the Red Grove in Lamlash school, at which the autograph quilt Will be offered for sale. Admission 10c . Ladies bringing boxes tree. The Bentinck soldiers are invited and have been granted leave to attend. ’l‘he Zion Branch 0! the Women’s Institute will meet at the home of Mrs. W. J. Greenwood on Thurs- day. February 10, at 2 p.m. G00d and helpful papers will be read. A collection in aid of Red Cross fund will be taken up at this meeting roll call. All ladies are invited to attend. ' The Dornoch Branch of th‘ Wu- men’s Institute will meet at the home of Mrs. L. McKnight, Wed- nesday, February 9, at 2.30 (xm. Members are requested to be in their places as business of import- ance must be decided on. Please bring your knitting to this meeting. Henry Anderson, one of the old- est residents of Port Dalhomie died vesterday, at the age of 96. He worked on the first canal built their when the locks were made of wood, no stone being used. Mr. James Warmington, Airdrie, Mberta, has enlisted for overseas service, and is now training in ( algal-y. The sun was partially eclipsed toâ€"day, from 10.20 to 12.15. The clouded condition of the weather prevented observation. The Smith Bron. got in three P076 can about a couple of weeks ago, and three more have arrived today. Yesterday was Candlemas Dav. and we are told the sun was seen (or a few minutes. Live hogs are 89.50 today, an ad- vane of 15c. since last issue. VOL. 49â€"NO. 2554 WHR. N I C L E THE ”UHAM ‘ NEWS AROUND TOWN The hydro bills for December and January lighting will be sent out shortly. From the 18th of November when the current was turned on up to the time the metres were installed the origin- al flat rate will be charged. The wiring is not yet completed, but service is given where possible. Those who have not yet had their houses wired in accordance with hydro requirements are expects] to nave the work done as soon as possible so that all may be safe from danger, and have the metres hourly installed. A number have already told us that the new servi~e is proving satislactory, and the cost of current will be very "alum-able. We hear of one con- rum! :- s. light bill being nearly rut in two. 'lhis is not our eXpericnae however, though is have no rea- son to vomplsin. On Friday morning last a break occurred in the McKechnie Dam just beside where the water enters the flume. For a time there was a terrific flow of Water which washed away half of the concrete building just east of the mill and used as a stable. A horse in the stable was some distance down stream, with part of the manger attached to the halter. The horse was the prOperty of Mrs. Beggs and Son and escaped without in- iury. It will cost considerable to make all necessary repairs. Reeve Catton, who attended the' C‘Ounty Council last- Week [or the first time, has been plaeei ong three or four of the. important’ committees. We learn that the members of the council have al- ready formed a favorable im- pression of him. He may be . a little green at the business yet, but by the end of a year or two' he will become seasoned and' thoroughly kiln dried. in Mr. C. Ector, who has been west [or the past five or slx years at Arcola, Sash, is quite taken up with the climate and likes the country well. He hasn’t altogether lost respect for this part of the world. but thinks he would prefer the west. He is enjoying a visit with his many former friends, and will remain here till early in March. Mr. Alex Hildebrandt, teacher ati Minto. and son of Mr. and Mrs. E. I G. Hildebrandt here volunteered for ov erseas service recently but! failed to pass the examination ? Alex. now has the satisfaction of‘ knowing that the large recruiting nosters and speeches have nothing! to do with him, and will have to content himself With doing his ‘bit’g at home. 3 Two whiskey runners, Jim Smith. of Barrie, and Adam Barber, of Owen Sound, were convicted in the Police court, at Barrie, and fined $300 each and costs, or three months in jail, for selling without a license. Both appear to have done an extensive business with the soldiers. The Queen’s Hotel, Guelph, was damaged considerably by fire Tuesday night about 9.30. The guests were all turned out and the fire brigade had the fire under control. The damage is covered by insurance. Some of our correSpondents are not yet aware of the fact that their neWs budgets will come for one cent if the envelope is left unsealed. If sealed the rate is three cents. a few days ago. This gives Mr. Noble two hundred acres in one block. The Canadian Battalion Band, consisting of 22 pieces and the Bugle Band, of 24 pieces, will be here at the Patriotic Rally to- morrow. K Mr. Joseph Noble purchased the west half of lot 28 con. 5 Bentinck Our readers will remember that we are still collecting razors for the soldiers. A number have been received in response to ourlast anneal. islature is expected to take place about the end of this month or two weeks later than usual. The opening of the Ontario Leg- we have no res-l couple married. About twenty five took part in the performance, and all were local talent. The play was under the management of Mr. J. H. Hard- ing, and much credit is due to him for the clock-work precision of the whole performance. Miss Rita Irwin was the musical accompanist, and we may be pardoned if we say ‘that her skillful manipulation of the piano added in some meas- ure to the excellence of the en- tertainment. It was the first public recital of this particular play, and will improve on the next and subsequent renderings. It was a aunt of a love affair; .1 southern girl goes to school where she meets a Northerner and falls in love with him. Her father being a Confederate hates Yankees, and refuses his consent to the girl’s marriage. Schemes are laid bv which the hated lover saves the girl’s father from accident, and his consent is secured and the: The young people of the Durhamf Choral Society gave a very pleas- ing entertainment in the hall on. Tuesday evening. It was amu-Â¥ sical comedy in two acts entitled,’ “A Virginian Romance,” and the rendering of the play occupied about two hours. The hall waz' well filled, but not packed, and the excellent order and frequent. applause are evidences of the general appreciation. § ' Tomorrow is the home coming day/of the Recruits from Owen iSound and other places, and the 2town should receive them with popen arms and give them a f right royal welcome. Not only the VbOys belonging to Durham, but every boy in uniform is. deserving of all the respect the town can bestow. When son and parent meet the short re-union wili be a period of rejoicing. Never again in all human probability will there be another gathering of the same boys here. Ere long the call will come to go elsewhere, and before many months have passed they may be adding their strength to. 'those in the fighting lines. All may return in safety, but this can hardly be expected. If the worst should come, and fatalities be reported amongst the brave boys who will be with us to morrow, there is a consolation in r the thought that they will fall in defence of honor and in upholding the principles of liberty and justice. There should be an im- mense crowd here to show their welcome and express their ap- preciation. The musical concert in the fac- tory will follow, the program being all furnished by talent from Owen Sound. Everybody should attend. The money will go for patriotic purposes. The procession then, headed by the band, will parade the streets, and go to the furniture factory where a large room has been provided with seats for a thous- sand people. Here addresses will be given and testimonials presen- ted the recruits. Supper will be served in the hall at 6.30, after which a Hockey match has been arranged for between the soldier boys and the Durham team. The recruits from Owen SounJ LV '4; ccial train Will arrive here about noon, accompanied by the Battalion and Bugle Bands. Local recruits from other centres will be here ‘ 3 welcome them. Dumer Will be served free in the town hall to all who appear in uniform. Others will be charged The war is now getting to be an old subject, but the end is not yet. The awful condition is not; of our choosing, and all we can do is to bear it patiently and man- fully till success comes, whether the advent of the period will occur. in one year or in five years. Our' best wishes go with the boys in Lniform. May they soon enter on the triumphal march, and Prus- sianism be crushed out forever. SOLDIERS HERE FRIDAY THE CHORAL CONCERT DURHAM, ONT. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3. mm The Day’s Program I The various Sunday School and “Bible Class reports all indicated progress. During the year the Bible classes were organized as requested by the provincnal S, S. Association, so that while continu- iing an organic part of the Sundav , school, they work under their own organizations, having their own officers and controlling their own fdisbursements, It is gratifving :that the Sunday school and Bible. :classes are made, as they ought to the, the avenue for entrance into ifull church membership. The'retiring managers, Messrs. Robt. McFadden, 8. Hughes, J. F. Grant and Dr. D. B. Jamieson, were re-elected for the next three yearn. A A. I A , _I_-:_. body of the church at a cost of nearly $350. Part of this account was paid out of the contributions of 1915 and the balance remains as a charge upon this year to Which it pr0perly belongs. All the organizations of the church were shown to be in a flourishing condition and the con- gregation, with its popular and beloved pastor enters upon the new year with high hopes of even bettering what may justly be :31- led one of the best years in its «\ Board. during the month of January, just past, installed a com- plete new lighting outfit in the v..-'v J vâ€"-â€"' After votes of thanks to choir, ushers, Ladie- Aid, etc a pleasant meeting wu brought to a cloae with the Benediction by the pastor The report of the Board of Managers also reflected the in- creasing activities and the gener- ous liberality of the congregation The total receipts for all purposes were some $300 higher than for the previous year, and the year closed with a balance on the right side after paying nearly $400 for the installation of a new furnace and heating system in the manse In order to comply with the re- Quirements of the hydro system, Notwithstanding the liberal ion- tributions of the membership of the ‘hurch, to Red Cross, and to patriotic purposes, the missionary contributions for all purposes 1n- ereased more than fifty per cent over those of any preceding year. This was in addition to the mag- nifieent work of the Ladies’ Aid on behalf of the Red Cross,. The self sacrificing devotion of the ladies cannot be too highly spoken of. Through their efforts the sum of $671.88 was‘collected for this purpose and besides eleven bales of supplies, consisting in all of 8716 pieces were shipped to Red Cross headquarters. The report of the Session, pre- sented by the Moderator in the absence of the Clerk, dealt with the vital questions which affect the spiritual work of the church, and touched upon the special fea- tures which have made 1915 a year of extraordinary interest to all Christian people. The repOrf deserves a second reading and serious consideration by every member of the congregation. The annual meeting 0f the Pres- byterian church here was held in the basement of the church on Monday afternoon. Owing to the unpleasant weather the attendance was not so large as usual, but a fairly representative gathernig from both urban and rural districts was recorded. The pastor, Rev. 8. M. Whaley, B. A., occupied the chair and after devotional exercises and the read- ing of the minutes of last meeting by the secretary, Mr. C. Ramage, took up the consideration of the various reports submitted in the printed statement of the congre- gation. Mrs. A. W. H. Lauder, Mrs. J. H Harding, and Messrs. J. H. Harding John McDonald. Peter Ramaze, Guy Kerney, Dan McGrath, and J. N. MeKim. Added to this was a full chorus of several voices. Mr. Harding and Martin Lauder were the Etheopians of the show and the appearance of the little “coon,” was a rouser to the aud- ience. The proceeds amounted to about $75 and after deducting expenses the balance will be given over to the recruiting league. Misses Vaddie Caldwell, Edna Li- min, Lillian Walker, Zeta Black. 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