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Durham Review (1897), 10 May 1928, p. 1

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rest vel el dire meal ILL ing isten‘ () MERY omor On a charge of reckless driving, Jos. Goldberg of Toronto, who sudâ€" denly turned his car around on the highway north of Hamilton and thus collided with Mayor Murdock‘s car. appeared in Police Court in Hamil tomn Monday. Mr Murdock and famâ€" Hy were summoned there as witnesâ€" ses and he was completely exonerâ€" ated from any blame for the acciâ€" dent. Goldberg had much to say, but was sentenced to pay all costs of the accident and of his ease at court , S&hat day, which in all lightened his pocketbook almost $100, Celebrated Golden Wedding There was a good attendance at the Baptist Church Monday evening, to hear the address of the pastor, Rev. W. Spencer, on "John Bunyan and the Pilgrim‘s Progress", ilustraâ€" ted by splendid lantern views. From personal knowledge, the pastor deâ€" scribed Bedford, Bunyan‘s home and claimcd the wwiter ranked on a par with Knox, Wesley, Whitfeld and other great â€"religious leaders. _ His immortal work, "The Pilgrim‘s Progâ€" ress" is one of the world‘s greatest books, and still one of the best selâ€" lers. The speaker held the rapt atâ€" tention of all throughout as he most clearly and fluently narrated Christ lan‘s progress from the Slough of Despond until he reached the heavenâ€" ly city, interspersed with many peiâ€" sonmal applications of his travels and dificuliies. Knox Y. W. Auxiliary ‘ A copy of the Grenfell "Sun", pub lished at Grenfell, Sask., has reachâ€" ed our oflice last week. Chief item is an account of the celebration of the Golden Wedding of NMr and Mrs Wm. Linnell, he a native of Egreâ€" mont ; she, Miss Harriet Mead, born in Durham, a daughter of Mr and Mrs Wm, Mead. _ To them were born twelve children, nine sons and three daughters, nine of whom surviveand were among the fifty guests at the auspicious event. A cut of the bride and groom show them to be well preserved and a fine looking couple. We add our congratulations. They went West in 1891 and there are still a few around the neighborhood who remember them. } The regular study meeting of the Knox Young Women‘s Auxiliary was held at the home of Nrs Ralph Catâ€" ton, on Monday evening, May 6. The President, Mrs Catton was in the chair, â€" The meeting opened by singâ€" ing the Doxology after which the Sec‘y led in prayer. A letter from Miss MeHarric in the Missionary Monthly, "A Miracle in India" was read by Miss Winnie Blyth. The responsive reading "The earth is the Lord‘s" was read, the president leadâ€" ing, after which Miss Daisy Mather led in prayer. _ The study leaflet, "The Stewardship of Life" was read by Misses Islay McKechnie and Mary Brown. ‘The following were appoint ed delegates to the Presbyterial meeting to be held in Knox Church, Durbam, May 15th: Mrs Catton, Misâ€" ses Winnie Blyth and Myrtle Koch. It was decided that we have a crokâ€" inole social on Tuesday evening, May 22. Mrs Smith read a letter re the Hamheung Girls School in Korea and A Fine Lecture the Auxiliary decided to take up a contribution for the assistance of this institution, same to be given to Mrs MacFarlane on before May 22> The meeting closed in the usual way by repeating the class text and the Lord‘s Prayer in unison. During the evering, Miss Winnie Blyth favored was made in filth case, but it is posâ€" sible a reason may be forthcoming for nonâ€"appearance. Careless Driver Paid Costs Tuesday last, Judge Owens of Walkerton presided over the Division Court and dealt promptly with the fAve cases, though no evidence was taken in any of them. Four of these cases were adjourned to next Court on Tuesday, July 10 at 10 a. m,. An order of committal to County Jail The double residence at the top of Durham hill, formerly the old Wright Bakery, bas been sold to Mr Harry Hunter, by Mrs Henderson of Dorâ€" noch, who has owned it for several years. _ We understand Mr Hunter intends making substantial alteraâ€" tions and improvements to the propâ€" A Slack Division Court Mr Albert Livingstone, <mail courâ€" ier for R. R. No. 1, Durham, has sold his contract and equipment to Chas. H. Reay, formerly of Bentinck, but now resident in town. . Mr Reay exâ€" pects to commence duties on the route about August 1st. Purchased well known Residence Durham â€" Blueâ€"bell orchestra were engzaged to play at a dance in Markâ€" dale recently and at this dance, Mr. and Mrs B. Walton, Flesherton, won the prize for the best old time waltz ing. Bought Rural Mail Route Mothers‘ Day Special Umbrellas, newest shapes and col ors, $1.40 to $6.00. D. C. Town Mr Lance McGirr is a patient in Durham hospital, a suifferer from nervous trouble. VOL. LI, NO 19 "‘OPIC® Durham Soft Ball League Opens Friday Night The Women‘s Mission Circle of the Laptist Church was held at the home of Mrs Wm. Erwin on Wednesday, May 2nd, the President, Mrs W. Knisâ€" ley, presiding. The opening hymn, ‘What a friend we have in Jesus‘ was followed by prayer by Miss E Moffat. The scripture reading from _ Romans 10, was read by Mrs (Rev.) Spencer. A season of prayer followed and the members responded for roll call in a favorite scripture verse. The topic on India was an instructive one and given by Mrs R. McLean. A readâ€" ing "Little Corners" was given by Viss Grace Ritchie, _ Miss Eva Redâ€" fcrd rendered a pleasing solo. The meeiing closed with prayer by Mrs. Knisley. Refreshments were served and a socia! half hour followed. The Durham Softball League has been reâ€"organized for 1928 with Holâ€" stein included. There are six teams in the raceâ€"High School, Bankers, Clerks, Stone Plant and Furniture Co of the town, and Holstein‘s strong team. Each will play two games with the others, which means 25 games in Durham and 5 in Holstein. _ All games are scheduled for Tuesday and Friday nights for the next three months, except a few on Wednesdays to convenience the Stone Plant. Games will commence at 6.45 p. m. and will be played on High School grounds as formerly. For the team winning the championâ€" ship, Mr Geo. Fenton of Holstein has generously dorated a fine silver cup, which may be seen in D. C. Town‘s store, To decide the championship, teams finishing in second and third place will play a sudden death game and the winner meets the first place team, best two out of three games for the honors. Here‘s the scheduale: Come Friday night and see the Stone Plantâ€"Bank ers clash. Friday, June 1â€"High Scb. at Furn. Coi Tues.. June 5â€"Clerks at Stone Plant‘ Fri., June &â€"Benkers at Furniture Co| Tucs, June 12â€"Stone PI‘t at Holstein| Fri, June 15â€"High Sch. at Bankers f Wed., June 20â€"Furn. Co. at Sione PI.} Fri., June 22â€"Holstein at Clerks l Tues, June 26â€"Cierks at Furnit, Co| Friday, June 20â€"Barkers at High Sch| ‘Tues, July $â€"Stone Plant at High Sc'h! Friday, July 6â€"Clerks at Bankers ; Wed, July 11â€"Stone PI at.Furn. Co., Friday, July 1%â€"Clerks at Holstein | Tues, July 17â€"Holstein at Bankers | Friday July 20â€"Clerks at High Sch.| Wed, July 25â€"Stone PI. at Bankers| Fri., July 27â€"PFurn. Co. at High Sch; Tues., July 31â€"Holstein at Stone Pl.i F:.iday, Aug. 3â€"High Sch. at Cerks Tues., Aug. 7â€"Furnit. Co. at Holsu»ln] Wed. Aug. 8â€"H‘gh Sch.=â€"at Stone PI. Friday, Aug. 10â€"PBPonkers at Clerks | Tues., Aug 14â€"Hoistein at Furn. Co. Friday, May 11â€"Bankers at Stone PI. Tues., May 15â€"High Sch. at Holstein Fri.. May 18â€"Furniture Co. at Clerks Tues, May 22â€"Furn. Co. at Bankers Fri., May 25â€"â€"Holstein at High Sch. Tues, May 29â€"Stone Plant at Clerks Tues, May 29â€"Bankers at Holstein Baptist Mission Circle There was not a quorum present for the regular session of town counâ€" cil on Monday evening, and Mayor Murdock adjourned it to Friday of this week when it is hoped to have all members present. . The Mayor, Councillors R. McLean, Amrnold Noble and Thos. Henderson were on deck.l but Reeve Bell was in Toronto owingl to the death of his sister there, Counsl Alb. Noble and P. McLean were out of town but arrived later in evening,| and Coun. McClocklin was laid up: with a sore foot, he having stepped on an upturned nail in an old shingle, | while shingling that day. The par-; chase of street oil as a dustlayer is the most urgent business awaitluz’ the Council, but it is expected all| will be on hand Friday. | \ __On giving up his implement shop| + \to Mr. F. W. Moon, May 1st, Mr A. Report given of different Auxiliaries | B. McLellan was presented the other§ showed Progress made day with a fine engraved gold watch| Whtitrbrtrrmemmony. ; chain and a box of cigars from alist! The Presbyterian Church, Durham, fo{ thirty two friends who enjoyed Was an animated building all day games of pinochle and euchre in his| Tuesday last, when there . convencd office there at various times. Mr Mcâ€" ;\bdo‘ut 101';;10;:3!95 and others of the Lellan is deeply appreciative of the S“ (‘:o:‘f Saugeen Presbyterial W. M. | | 6. Society. _ Three sessions were | remembrance. | held : 10 a.m.; 1.30 p.m. and at 8 No outstanding catches of the speckled beauties have been made this season locally to our knowledge, but some good sized fish have been landed. _ Frank Morlock pulled out a 14â€"incher, weighing 1% lbs last Thursday night in the Ewen dam, while Arthur Newell, Glenelg, capturâ€" ed a 15 inch trout in the Saugeen, near his home. Good for a nine year old boy. Town Council will meet Friday Landed the Big Feilows Why Not a New Pair of Glasses ? For mother on Mothers‘ Day ? Eyes tested free. D. C. Town Presented with Gold Chain Che Durhom Reiew. | _ The same afternoon, at the home ‘ of Mr And. Derby, the Presbytery met, with five of the clergy present, | viz: Rev‘s McCrie, Arthur : McKay, | Drayton ; _ Purneli, Dromore ; Ledâ€" | ingham, Harriston and Armstrong, of | Durhara, as well as represeniative |laymer. votional procedings at meetings." "That greetings be sent to North Wellington United Church Presbyâ€" terial, meeting that day in Clifford.‘ Report of Nominating Committee was given by Mrsâ€"Rochester, Prov‘l President. The new _ officers were called to the front and over them Mrs Rochester gave the dedicatory prayâ€" er. Mrs. G .McKechnie, leader of the Durham Mission Band. with Miss L. McComb at piano, had her class give a pleasing exercise. _ ‘Miss Canada‘ gave greetings and welcome to Ukâ€" ranian, Chinese, Swedish and British emigrants, each group being in repâ€" resentative costume. Miss Young of Clifford gave closâ€" ing words of afternoon session. Mrs Ledingham â€" brought up the loss the Society as a whole had sufâ€" fered in the passing of their Hon. President, Mrs Milligan of Clifford and of that beloved missionary, Miss Agnes Dulmage, who spent her life for China, Two "In Memoriam" certificates came from â€" Presbyterial, to be given to Miss Dulmage‘s mothâ€" er, who was present that day and the other to be sent to Mrs Mililgan‘s daughter in Toronto, Mrs Fletcher. Committee resolutions were brought in as follows : "Urging Sabbath observance" "Furthering temperance cause" "That all members take part in deâ€" Outside of routine business, pertainâ€" ing purély to Presbytery, there was little for publication. ME C _L: Hamilton, Listowel, a member of the administrative Board of the Church, was present and spoke at length on the missionary program of the church. The pension fund was also discusâ€" sed. Four men from the Presbytery, were nominated to attend the Generâ€" @l Assembly in Reging in June, viz : Rev. Jno. McKenzie, M.A., E.D. of Palmerstor; Rev, R. B. Ledingham, B. A., Harriston and Messrs J. D. Mcâ€" Phee, Mt. Forest and John McGowan, Durham. In Bar Pins, Wrist Watches, Rings end Noveities. D. C. Town. Residence for Sale Eight roomed house, one quarter acte of land. _ Apply to Mrs Neaves, Upper Town. Quantity of Sweet Clover, grown on an exceptionally clean farm, for sale. Suitable Gifts for Mother JUST ARRIVED : A sbhipment of a varied assortment of afternoon and evening dresses _ Call and see them. Mis J. C. Nichol. Mrs W. 1. Lauder at this jun(-mr(yl condolence to the bereaved ones. rendered an appropriate solo "'I‘ukvi up thy Cross." Rev. Mr McKay, Drayton, brought | MRS. OSCAR GREEN the greetings of Presbytery, bringing! In ‘Toronto on Saturday afternoon, nome the truth that ministers reâ€" Mrs Oscar Green, sister of Reeve Alâ€" ceived great encouragement and imâ€"‘ lan Bell, passed away after several petus in the zealous work done by months of ill health from heart troubâ€" the W. M. S. | le. She was the fourth of a family Mrs Ledingham â€" brought up the, of nine children, a daughter of the loss the Society as a whole had sufâ€"‘ late Mr and Mrs Alexaner Beli, of fered in the passing of their Hon.‘ Glenelg and was about 63 years of DraoiAawt+ %4..> ersssc_ _ 5 .smecs L Angus MacArthur, Phone 6v%, r 23. | p.m, At the afternoon session the ‘ church was filled. The ro!l call was answered by deleâ€" gates from Arthur, Clifford, Conn, PDrayton, Dromore, Durham, Holstein, Harriston, Mt Forest, Knox (Nor‘by), Palmerston and Rocky Saugeen. Reports were heard from all the Auxillaries by their Secy‘s and were most encouraging. Afternoon Session Mrs. (Rev.) R. B. Ledingham, Harâ€" riston, as President of the Presbyâ€" terial, occupled the chair at this session, _ An account of the Prov‘l meeting at Guelph was given by Mrs MePhee of Mt. Forest and was a full and instructive report. _ The Presiâ€" dent in her address, was glad to reâ€" port they had exceeded their alloca tion by 12% per cent and money was regularly sent in to the Prov‘l Treas. She did hope that many mere the next year would realize the need of more devoted missionary service to the church and that parents guide their children in these channels. Mrs. Andrew Derby, President of the local Society extended grceetings and welcome to the visitors and this was responded to by Mrs Dyce, Mt. Forest. _ All the auxiliaries but two in the Presbytery, were represented, â€"Gordonville and Moorefield. _ To Palmerston Auxiliary goes the credit of contributing the highest in finanâ€" ces during the year. Saugeen Presyterial Mects in Durham SAVGEEN PRESBYTERY (Continued en page 8) Morning Session DURHAM, THURSDAY MAY 10, 1928 RR. 1, Priceville nrngmndbansinirth Gieintr cce sns a With which is incorporated the Molstein Leader Interment took place on Saturday afternoon in Rocky cemetery, a large concourse of friends paying their last | tribute of respect. We extend our . condolence to the bereaved ones. * we She was born on the south line, Glenelg township and when 10 or 12 years of age the family moved to the Durham Road, near the Rob Roy. Here the remainder of her girlhood days were spent and later she resided in Durham and Toronto, where thirty seven years ago she was wedded to Mr. Green, an employe of long standâ€" ing at the Union Station, Toronto, and she since has been a resident there. Deceased was Miss Jane Bell and of her six brothers and two sisters, only three now survive : Margaret, Mrs R. Wiliet, Toronto; James of Toronto and Allan of Durham. Those deceased are Mary Aun (Mrs J. Mcâ€" Clocklin, John, Robert, Alex., Wm. and lastly the subject of this sketch. The late Mrs Green was a large, warmâ€"hearted woman and beloved by wide circle of friends, who with the bereaved husband, sister and brothâ€" ers and sistersâ€"indaw, Mrs John and Mrs Robt. Bell and families near town, will sincerely mourn her deâ€" mise. t His three sons, Allan, Dan and Stewart, all served overseas in the Grest War and â€" retuimed unscathed. They now reside ia Toronto. Of the daughters, Minnie (Mrs Dobie) reâ€" sides in Lordon ard Miss Annie in Detroit. Forty nine years ago (in June of this year) be was married to Miss Mary Boyd who, with a family of thrce sons and two daughters surâ€" vive, one son dying in boyhood. Mr McGillivray possessed a genial affable manner, was a popular, kindâ€" hearted peighbor and his humour, fund of reminiscent lore and optimisâ€" tie views of life made him decidedly companionable. for many years he farmed south of Dornoch. For a long time prior to his death he was sorely affiicted by rheumatism _ ahd the insiduous inâ€" roads of the disease proved fatal in the end. He was engaged for many years with McKechnie Bros. at Gienroadin, and later with R. Dargavel of Dorâ€" noch, to both of whom he gave efficâ€" ient and trustworthy service. Later, Deceasod was born on the old homestead at Rocky Saugeen in 1851 and thus at his death bhad attained the age of 77 years, 6 mos. With the exception of the past two years, which were spent with members of his family in Toronto and London, he had spent all his life around Rocky Saugeen and Dornoch. DUNCAN McGILLIVRAY ‘Tis our sad duty this week to chronicle the death of the above genâ€" tleman, whose demise occurred on Thursday of last week at the home of his daughter, Mrs Dobie of London Now is the proper time to lay in your next Fall and Winter‘s supply of Coal when prices are at rock bottom . Then thero will be no causa to worry about the coal shortage next winter. Above prices include weighing and delivery charg«s. Kindly place your orders now. Reduced Prices for Coal THE ROLL CALL Bituminous Coal also supplied Fire, Accident and Automobile Insurance 1 }orc£9 Chestrut Coral, $14.50 per ton Stove Coal, $14.75 per ton Coke, $11.50 per ton Pea Coal, $11.50 per ton Wim. Calder Estate Melvin Greig Calder M# and Mrs Oliver McCaslin and Mr Peter Reid of town, visited the beginning of the week at Mr Herb. Allen‘s, Glenelg. Miss Margaret Ryan of Gh nelg, viâ€" sited in Toronto over the week end. Mr and Mrs Emerson Lawrence of Mt Forest, have recently left to take up residence in Windsor where Mr. L. has secured good employment. While visiting Mrs L‘s parents, Mr and Mrs Will Henry last week in Upâ€" per Town, they took advantage of the occasion of four generations beâ€" ing present and were photographed. Mrs Hargrave is the great grandmeothâ€" er. The Misses Scaurf returned Monday from visiting their brother Will in Toronto, whom we are pleased to reâ€" late is somewhat better, though yet a very sick man. . They also report Mr Robt. Isaac as confined to his bed again, with his old malady of the heart. Nir Wm. Gray, his mother, Mrs John Gray and Miss Esther White of town, visited Mr and Mrs Wm. Banks Glenelg, on Sunday. Miss Jennie MeDonald returned to Toronto Saturday, after spending the winter months with her mother, Mrs, Jas. MceDonald. Mrs Ernest McGirr was one of the musicians brcadesasting over CPCA wires from Toronto Saturday evenâ€" ing, â€" She rendered piano solos. On Sunday morning next in Knox Church, in commemoration of Moth er‘s Day, there will be a choir comâ€" posed only of Mothers and they will contribute two veluntaries to the service. Dr anrd Mrs D. B. Jamieson and family spent a couple of days in Kitchener with herâ€"parents. Miss M. Angevine of Listowel spent Sunday with Mrs D. Leith in town. The engagement is announced of Grace Dorothy, second daughter of Mrs Catherine and the late James Bryson to Mr Thomas . Bradliey of 60 Moutray St., Toronto, only son of Mrs Jessie and the Jate Frederick Bradley, the marriage to take place quietly in June. Dr MeMillan, Toronto, will leave this Spring, for London, Englend. where he will take up specialist work for a year there. His wife (nee Mis: Lizzic Laidlaw) and their two childâ€" ren will accompany him and will be en residence. Messrs Campbell and Roy Grant of Walkerton visited recently with Walâ€" ter and Kenneth Kerr, Varney. Mr Chas. Lang is at Waterford for a couple of weeks employed in the Stone and Sand Plant there. Rev. Jas. Taylor, Grimsby, was in town the first of the week. Mr and Mrs Albert Middleton and children visited the week end with their daughter, Mrs Isaac Hooper, N. Egremont. Mr and Mrs Andrew Hincks, N. L., Artemesia, spent a few hours Monday with Mr and Mrs Jno. McQueen. Mr Jas. Martin, son Ernest and daughter Miss Lilian, Miss Johnston and Mrs McKay, ail of Elderslie, near Paisley, were guests Saturday of Mr and Mrs John Burgess. Mr J. A. Robb and two children spent over the week end with Whit by relatives. pay the last token of respect. Rev. W. H. Smith of Knox Church, conâ€" ducted the service, assisted by Rev. | _ The High School was brightly i}lâ€" uminated on Thursday night last, \ when many of the citizens took adâ€" vantage of the display of pictures of | the Eison Art Co. in the four classâ€" | rooms of the building. Bringing the | pictures to the school was the enter | prise of the teaching staff with a ivlew to securing suflicient financial receipts to enable them to purchase some pictures for the new wing of |(he building. In many cases the picâ€" | tures are reproductions of the old | masters and it was pleasant to wanâ€" der through the rooms at leisurc, viewing the scenic, home life and architectural beauties as depicted on the canvas. Misses Weir, Fraser, lNlchol and Lane of the staff, were in each room explaining to interested | spectators the hidden beauties . of | many of the pictures and the artist‘s ‘reason for depicting such,. There . were reproductions of the Jtalien, , French, Dutch, English and _ Ameriâ€" | can masters of art and as well a l room devoted to buildings of differâ€" ‘ent forms of architecture. Dr Grant was chairman and had a large audience before him of citizens including many of school ages. Art Exhibit at At the afternoon exhibit, tea was served by L.O.D.E. ladies and for the evening a program was arranged. § UfeFadden‘s Drug Store Wampole‘s Cod Liver Oil. Scoit‘s Emulsion, Lyman‘s Pure Norwegian, Squibb‘s, Ayerst‘s, and other Cod Liver Oil preparations. Just Arrived : Phone 21 Roberts‘ Syrup of Cod Liver Extract and Tar Buckley‘s Bronchitis Mixture.................. 75¢ Apply it before exposure and use it as a face powder base. You‘ll find enjoyment and satisfaction in the use of Jonteel Face Cream. is spscially prepared for the purporse grd deoes make you feal fine. _ Pimples and similar skin blemishes quickly disappearand you enjoy vigorous healih. S. McBETH Build up your System with any of these Preparations At this season of the year evetyone needs a Sprin medicine to clear the blood of impurities. Spricg winds affect the smooth texture of the skinâ€" make it rough and red. Published Weekly at $2.00 a year in advanoce. To United Btetes, $2.50 a year in advance. C. RAMAGE & BON, Publishers Durham High School Price 50¢ ONTARIO ARCHIVES TORONTO Price $1.¢0 You Need it! Boots‘ Blood Purifier Joateel Face Cream Protects Ladies Beware ! Mothers‘ Day Candy Cut Flowers Chesterfield and chair to match, china cabinet. Will he sold at a good bargain, either for cash or terms. Apply to Wm. Laidlaw 1825 Chevrolet Ton Truck. Reas onably priced. inâ€"tsumental selections, of folk danâ€" cing, sword dance, ete, Mr C. Ramâ€" age was called on for a few remarks and had compliments for the lady members of the staff for their organâ€" izinig abilites. He referred to the splendid character of the exhibts and said pictures of ancient art and archâ€" itecture showed that we have someâ€" thing to learn vet. He regretted that there were few pictures of promâ€" inent Canadians and said (pointing to the large framed picture of Mr T. Allan) we had with us at least one good Canadian and the applause that followed showed that the 31â€"year old principal was still loved and respeciâ€" ed. The formal program ended, an hour or more was spent in viewing the Art exhibits. REIDâ€"In Durham, on Tuesday, May ®th, to Mr and Mrs Thos. Reid, a McBETHâ€"At Durham Hospital, on Tuesday, May 8, to Mr and Mrs. Stanley McBeth, a sor. sOn Druggist and Stationer Phone 3. DURHAM Apply at the Review Office TRUCK FOR SALE Durham, Ont. FOR SALE BORN Tw

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