Perth Courier - Comings and Goings
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Mr. Robert M. Smith, law student in Mr. J. W. Douglas’ office, left town Tuesday evening for Almonte. He will leave there in a few weeks for Collingwood to pursue his studies in the law office of Mr. Henry Robinson. Mr. Smith was a general favorite with all who knew him and our best wishes follow him.
This morning at
To Gaol:
On Tuesday evening an incorrigible liquor-seller
named James Lee of
Patrick Ryan and family have returned to town from Thunder Bay.
Mr. J. Alfred Wilson, who has been attending the Collegiate Institute for some time past, has matriculated with exams at McGill College, Montreal, a short time ago, passing 4th out of 30. He intends taking a course in medicine there.
Dr. Fowler’s Extract of Wild Strawberry cures cancer of the stomach and bowels, dysentery, cholera Morbux and all summer complaints.
For the Asylum: An insane inmate of the Perth gaol, Samuel Mills, was taken to Rockwood Asylum, Kingston, last Tuesday.
Almonte: Another old settler has gone to his rest. Andrew McKenzie died of congestion of the lungs at his residence at Almonte on the 17th Oct. at the age of 72 years. Mr. McKenzie was for over 20 years a colporteur (?) in the service of the Ottawa Valley Branch Bible Society. In the winter time he visited the shanties in the Ohio Valley selling Bibles to the shantymen and speaking to them of Him who came to seek and save the lost. Dreary and long were the journeys he often took and many were the hardships he endured and the dangers he faced as he passed from shanty to shanty. But his work is done and we doubt not that he has received his Maker’s approval “Well done, good and faithful servant”. “Blessed are they who die in the Lord from henceforth; yes, saith the Lord, that they may rest from their labors and their works follow them”.
We have this week to chronicle the death of Mr. R. A. McLean, painter, aged 58. Deceased was born in Glasgow, Scotland, but lived in this town when young. He was one of the first painters in Central Canada and at the World’s Exposition in London in 1851 he was awarded the first prize for graining and marble imitations. He was also a good amateur singer and actor in his early days. His sickness lasted some months. Deceased was the father-in-law of Dr. Munro of Lanark and Mr. D. E. McKinnon (Mac) of Guelph.
Fatal Gun Accident—Another gun accident which terminated fatally, happened on Saturday last. A young lad named George Wait, living a short distance from Lanark Village, stepped carelessly in the house, carrying his gun, muzzle foremost, over his shoulder. The door of the room he was entering was very low and in passing through, the hammer of the gun came into contact with the upper part, causing it to discharge, the contents being lodged in the abdomen of a young woman, his sister, who was standing directly in front of him. Dr. Munro was sent for but he could do nothing for the sufferer who died on Sunday morning. What is to be done to prevent these accidents which are almost daily occurring from the careless handling of firearms is a question which demands careful attention from the legislators.
Mr. John W. Douglas, barrister, set out for Rapid City, Manitoba last Monday. He intends to reside there permanently. His family will probably follow him in the Spring.
The remains of Miss Ida Rice arrived in Perth on Saturday last and the interment took place in Elmwood Cemetery on Sabbath. The attendance at the funeral was the largest that has been seen in this town in many years.
Beckwith Township Romance
Child Stolen By Indians Turns Up Fifty Years Later
She Married Her Abductor’s Son
Some 50 years ago more or less, Mr. Nicholas Garland, farmer, then living on Lot 20 in the 6th Concession of Beckwith Township, lost a child, a little girl. Some of the children had wandered to the back of the clearance, which was then but small, and the little one never came home. All the neighbors turned out the next day and searched the woods all around and every nook and cranny where she might have fallen and perished was searched, but not the smallest clue or trace of her could be found and the inhabitants concluded that a bear had carried her off and devoured her. It now appears that she was stolen by an Indian who brought her up in his own family and got her married to one of his own sons and they lived latterly in the County of Bruce where some of her brothers and sisters are living. The old Indian, her abductor, died recently and before his death made a full confession of the nefarious and cruel deed. Who need despair of at least hearing of their own lost loved ones.
Carleton Place—That fall disease, consumption, has carried away another estimable lady of Carleton Place, in the person of Mrs. D. McLaren. The sad event occurred about 2:00 yesterday afternoon as McLaren had been in declining health for some time past. We sympathize with Mr. McLaren and his family in their hour of trial.
Patriarch—Last Monday Mr. Dawson Kerr of this town celebrated his entrance into his 80th year by a reunion of all those of his children who could be present. Mr. Kerr is a native of M - - ghan, Ireland but removed to this place 52 years ago. We all know the form and face of the kindly old man and all our readers will be pleased to learn that although old age has reached him no heavy health presses him down. He is able to go around tending to the cows, cutting wood and many other duties which should put many younger men to shame. Although he has partly lost his hearing, his eyesight is so good that he can read the finest print without glasses; neither is this a second sight but the luster of his childhood eyes. Nineteen years ago he lost his wife who for 50 years walked by his side. Then they counted a total of 55 children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Now the number has grown to 46 children and grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren total for posterity being 85 while he has had to mourn the loss of 27.
Almonte—The Manitoba fever which has become prevalent in this neighborhood has settled on another victim in the person of our worthy mayor Dr. James Patterson, whose case is very severe one. There have been slight symptoms of the disease for some weeks but only recently has it developed into its present intensity and which, we believe, is hopeless. He leaves for Winnipeg at an early date.
Almonte—Mr. Cameron, brother-in-law of Mr. Seaman, is said to have made over $4,000 by speculating in Manitoba in one fortnight. Mr. G. Wilson, of Arnprior, is said to have cleared $75,000 in two months. If all the wonderful stories we hear are true, it is a puzzle where the buyers come from as everybody appears to be selling.
Almonte—Mr. Robert Patterson, law student in the offices of Jamieson and Greig was offered and has accepted a situation in Winnipeg with the Southern Railroad Company, a position which is somewhat lucrative and we congratulate our young friend on his good fortune.
Perth
Courier, Feb. 24, 1882
Mr. Bennett Rosamond has been elected Mayor of Almonte.
Dr. Weir, we are sorry to learn, was seriously injured at the Merrickville fire on Monday by trying to rescue property from the flames. We have since learned that Dr. Weir was so badly burned he has since died.
A dispatch from Montreal contains the following in reference to a former resident of Perth: J.H. Field, prominent photographer here, has created a sensation by absconding to the States and deserting a young wife to whom he had been long married and leaving a number of creditors.
Watson’s Corners: The death of Mr. Forbes of Dalhousie, an old and respected resident, took place on the 17th Feb. He had lived his allotted time when he was solemnly called away to meet his God. May we take warning and be ready for in such a day as you think not the Son of Man cometh.
Mr. John C. Cameron of Bathurst has received his diploma from the Ontario Commercial College at Belleville having completed the full course of study in that institution in 10 weeks, the time generally being required is four months.
Mr. James Sharpe left on Tuesday morning for Manitoba. In a short time, Dr. Howden intends leaving for there also and it is probably he will become a permanent resident of the prairie city with a view of practicing his profession there.
Dr. Lafferty has resigned his position of medical superintendent of the Canadian Pacific Railway and his resignation has been accepted. He intends, with his family, to remove to Winnipeg.
It is stated that the law costs in the case of McLaren versus Caldwell, which is now going on three years, amount to $40,000. The Supreme Court is now adjudicating on the issue.
Mr. Albert Cairns, son of Mr. Thomas Cairns, postmaster, Perth, has received an appointment from the Winnipeg post office, having been chosen from a large number of applicants. Mr. Cairns is a most efficient post office clerk and although those having business to do at the Perth Post Office will regret his departure few will grudge him the well deserved promotion.
Mr. George Devlin, auctioneer, will offer sales at the following places:
Mr. James Morrison’s, Ferry Road, Wednesday, 15th March.
Mr. S. (?) C. Weatherhead, 7th Concession North Elmsley on the 18th March.
Mr. J. Tully, 6th Concession North Burgess, on the 20th March.
Mr. J. McEachen, 4th Concession Drummond, on 21st March.
Mr. Thomas Kennedy, Bastard Township, on the 21st March.
Mr. John Eddington, North Sherbrooke, on the 14th March.
Mr. Peter McEwen, near Innisville, on the 15th March.
The subject of the following obituary notice from the Montreal Witness, of the 11th Feb., was an uncle to Mrs. Burns, wife of the former pastor of Knox Church. “Our obituary column today announces the death of Adam Stevenson, one of our oldest and most respected citizens. He emigrated from Roxburgshire, Scotland in 1819 and at once engaged in business in this city. He continued in commerce until about 1860 when he retired. He was a prominent member of the Presbyterian Church, having attended the first meeting held to organize the old C – te Street Church, of which he was an elder for 25-30 years. He was a member of the committee of the Pointe aux Trembles Institute in which he took a deep interest. He had enjoyed remarkable health but began to fail and his death occurred yesterday at the age of 83 years.”
Lanark News: Several families from Lanark and vicinity left for the Northwest on Wednesday last. Those from the village were Mr. Robert Dick and wife bound for Dominion City; Mrs. Jas. Robertson and family, who intend going to Crystal City. About the same time Mr. E. O’Connor of this place left with a carload of horses for Winnipeg.
Mr. A.D. May, late foreman in this office, left for Winnipeg on Monday morning, having taken a partnership in a job-printing office in that city. He is a first class printer and as a pressman cannot be surpassed. Mr. Forrest Glein (?), also a graduate of this office, went with him. Mr. John Combs, clerk in the Shaw, Matheson and McMaster firm, is another who has gone to try his fortune in Manitoba. He will go to Brandon, there to enter his brother’s store.
Almonte—Acting Disorderly—On Thursday last the Chief Constable summoned Mr. John Clark, Mr. Samuel Smith, Mr. Kilborn Townsend, Mr. Charles Townsend and Mr. David Shirrells, for being disorderly by throwing snowballs on Mill Street on the 27th Feb., to the annoyance of passers-by. The parties appeared before Messrs Manning and Wallace and pled guilty to the charge. Penalties were imposed amounting to about $20.
On Tuesday morning, Mr. Edward Elliott and wife left town for Winnipeg. Mr. Elliott will conduct a land agency there.
A few days ago word was received that Mr. Andrew Hope, who left this town 25 years ago, died last November in New Zealand. Particulars have not been received yet by his friends.
Mr. William Motherwell, Bathurst, a graduate of the Ontario Agricultural College, left for Manitoba on Tuesday morning. He has an idea of taking up land in the Qu’Apple Valley.
Life Insurance—The late Mr. J. Chatterton of Carleton Place had taken out an endowment policy for $1,000, designating the payment of the sum should go to his little daughter Eva on his decease. An order has been issued by the High Court for the payment of the sum as soon as the guardian of the child has been appointed.
Mr. D. M. Stewart, principal of the Smith’s Falls High School, has resigned and intends taking up land in Manitoba.
Mr. Thomas N. McLean, Oliver’s Ferry, received the degree of M.D. and C.M. at the late convocation at McGill University at Montreal.
Among those who left for Manitoba on Wednesday were Messrs McLanaghan and D. Ferry, who took a carload of horses with them.
Mr. C.A. Matheson’s bridge from the front of Peter Street to the cheese factory, across the Tay, will be about 300 feet long, and it is expected to be finished by the 1st of May.
News has reached here of the death at Winnipeg of Mr. Richard Code, formerly of this place. He leaves a wife and family here. He had property in Winnipeg valued at $3,000.
Mr. John Ryan, formerly of Lanark Township, arrived in these parts from Manitoba Friday last. He is doing well in the west and is satisfied with his prosperity and conditions there.
Mr. J. A. Allan, solicitor for the Company, will apply to the Lt. Governor in Council for a grant of charter incorporating the Dominion Mining, Ltd., headquartered at Perth, and whose subject it will be to buy, work and sell minerals in the Townships of Bagot (?), Lavant and Bathurst. Capital stock of the company $2,500,000.
The place of Dr. Howden has been filled by Dr. Fraser of Pembroke. Dr. Fraser will be found in the rooms lately occupied by Dr. Howden on Wilson St.
A dispatch dated 3rd inst., says that Mr. Davis, living at Mississippi; Kingston and Pembroke Railway, tried to cut his throat with a razor Saturday night while in a fit of temporary insanity. His wife caught his hand while he was in the act of drawing the razor across his throat and her hands were badly cut in the tussle to get the weapon from him. He afterwards tried to shoot himself but some neighbors prevented it.
Dr. Howden, with his daughter Mary, left for Winnipeg on Wednesday. Some time during the summer when a suitable dwelling home can be got, the remainder of the family will follow. The doctor leaves this place amongst the general regret of his patients and acquaintances generally. His well known and acknowledged skill will be very much missed in this vicinity.
Mr. William Wodden, 6th Concession Bathurst, has sold his farm, part of Lot 15 (?), for $1,000. It was known as the old Kerr farm. Mr. Jas Shirley was the purchaser. A few months ago Mr. Wodden sold his other farm of 50 acres on the 8th Concession for $1,500. He now intends coming to town to retire and will probably build a residence in the west ward end, of brick or brick veneer.
A very popular young man named Stewart Morg died at Smith’s Falls Friday morning from inflammation of the lungs after 3 or 4 weeks illness. The sad news casts a gloom over the place. In learning of his death about 40 of his brother workmen quit work until after the funeral.
A terrible accident happened at Lombardy Corners on Friday last. While working at a sawing mill machine cutting wood, a married man named John Murphy was instantly killed by the breaking of the fly wheel going through his body at the side. Another piece was buried 4 acres away.
Almonte: On Monday last, Mr. Edward Allan, of the Township of Darling, was again brought before J.P. manning, J.P., charged with passing himself off as a physician or doctor, he not having the legal right to do so. The charge was brought at the instance of the Bathurst and Rideau Medical Association and the trial of the case, which occupied nearly all day, appeared to excite considerable interest. The magistrate considered the case proven, but holding it to be a hardship on the defendant he imposed the lowest penalty allowed, $10 and costs or in default, 15 days in the Perth gaol. The defendant was removed to Perth the same day by Constable Lawson. There is considerable sympathy for Allan.
News came to town last Friday evening that Mr. Charles Durgin, once of this town, had died of dysentery in Marion (?). He was 25 years of age. Poor Charley was well known in this town and a general favorite.
Mr. Alexander Fraser, of the Department of Justice, Ottawa, has been appointed Assistant Land Commissioner in the Qu’Appelle District, Northwest Territories and left for there on Wednesday. He was in town last week bidding farewell to his friends and acquaintances.
Almonte: Mr. Alfred Devitt has passed his examination (2nd class year) at the Ottawa Normal School.
Carleton Place—Prisoners for Kingston—Last Friday four prisoners were at the Carleton Place Junction under the charge of Sheriff Sweetland of Ottawa and Constable Gordon and Bailiff McGuire who were taking the quartet to the Kingston Penitentiary. Their names and crimes are: Griffith, for bigamy; James, incendiaries; Green and Fitzsimmons, thievery. The latter were laced together at the wrists and ankles and the former ditto. Griffith is a doctor and an intelligent man and made a fair speech to the jury. He had lived for many years with his wife at Fergus by whom he had several children, one daughter 18 years of age. In his defence he stated he knew not what he was about when getting married and held that on that account his marriage was illegal and that he was justified in marrying Miss Goodall. The fact of his living so many years with his first wife and of lately seeking a divorce in New York was ample evidence of his conviction and the genuiness of the marriage. The judge was quite severe on the doctor for so clearly bringing ruin into a responsible family and sentenced him to three years. His first wife was present at the trial.
Mr. D. M. Stewart, late principal of the Smith’s Falls High School, has left here for the Northwest Territories.
Mr. W. J. McAdam has caught the Manitoba fever and has given up his position of station agent here. He will leave in about a fortnight. His place will be taken by Mr. Johnson of Pakenham.
Mr. Hugh Ryan and family have arrived home after spending the winter in the South, principally Savannah and Florida. Mr. Ryan, while there, had an attack of malarial fever aggravated by pleuro pneumonia which only perhaps his vigorous constitution prevented from being fatal. He is now getting to feel himself again and to show few signs of past illness.
Miss Tess Howden and her younger brother Jim left on Tuesday to join their father in Winnipeg. Captain M. H. Bell left for there on the same train.
We are glad to learn that Mr. William Doran of Sharbot Lake has been appointed First Clerk in the Bureau of Industries established by the Ontario government. This is an office for which Mr. Doran is well fitted and the appointment will give general satisfaction.
Mr. George Patterson, barrister, has removed to Winnipeg where he will continue the practice of his profession. We hope those people from the town of Perth and County Lanark who want anything in the line of law well done will give Mr. Patterson a call. Besides being a native of Perth, he is (illegible word) member of his profession and has the benefit of many years of experience.
Carleton Place—The Exodus—This morning the following gentlemen left for Winnipeg: Mr. W. Tierney, Assistant Paymaster on the extension, who goes with the prospect of taking up a contract on the Pacific Railway; Mr. James Coleman, our genial townsman, took his horse and rig with him and went to see what is to be seen; and Mr. John Ledgerwood of this town, who has gone with the prospect of (illegible word) his condition.
Mr. R. W. Croskery has started a new boot and shoe store in the Allan House Block.
An auction sale of stock and implements will take place on the farm of Mr. John Keating, 2nd Concession Lanark, on Tuesday, June 6.
Mr. Fred P. Burt of this place has passed the preliminary examination for Dominion Land Surveyor.
Mr. Peter Kilpatrick is agent for a valuable and interesting work on the Northwest Territories by Professor Macoun.
On Saturday evening the town was treated to some of the best brass band music, Professor Jacobs being in charge, he having that evening arrived from Brockville.
The old Catholic burying ground, which has long lain unused, is now permanently closed to the public in the future by order of the church authorities.
The latest fortune seekers for the Northwest are Mr. John W. McMaster of the firm Shaw, Matheson and McMaster and Mr. W. J. McAdam, both of whom left Monday. The latter will remain and the former may even settle also in Manitoba.
Montreal Hospital—Dr. Thomas M. (?) McLean, son of Mr. William J. McLean of North Elmsley, has been appointed to the position of house surgeon in the Montreal General Hospital out of a number of applicants. This will give him a large and valuable experience that will stand in good stead when settling down to a regular business position.
Mr. Jas. Robertson of Almonte, one day last week shipped 12,000 dozen eggs to Boston.
Mr. James Shields has returned from Manitoba to Smith’s Falls, content now to stay at home.
Almonte: Westward Ho! Another emigrant train took its departure on Wednesday last for the West. The following parties were supplied with tickets by T. Turgeon of Almonte:
1. Mr. H. Burns, Carleton Place to Grand Forks.
2. Mr. Archibald Nairn and Mrs. Nairn and two children; Mr. John Nairn, Ellen and Mary Nairn, Dalhousie to Emerson.
3. Mr. Graham Fergis, Ramsay to Winnipeg.
4. Mr. Thomas Lowry, Pakenham to Brandon.
5. Mr. James Horn and Mr. William Fergie, Almonte to Winnipeg.
6. Mr. W. M. Donagh, White Lake to Grand Forks.
7. Mr. W. Tierney, Mr. Jno Ledgerwood, Mr. Jas. Coleman, Pakenham to St. Paul.
8. Mrs. Johnson and Mr. Arthur Ferland, Pembroke to Winnipeg.
9. Mr. Robert McFarlane, Carleton Place to Winnipeg.
10. Mr. Jas Ledgerwood, Mr. Thomas Ledgerwood, Ramsay to St. Paul.
11. Mr. Patrick McIntyre, Pakenham to St. Paul.
Auction Sale—An auction sale on the property of Mr. John Keating, 2nd (?) Concession Lanark, will take place on Tuesday, June 8 and again on June 9.
Mr. E. McCormack, telegraph operator, left for Winnipeg Tuesday; also, Mr. C. J. Bell of Drummond left for Manitoba on Wednesday and Mr. H. (Horace??) McAdam also left Kingston for the Prairie Provinces.
Mr. William Templeman of the Almonte Gazette left for Winnipeg yesterday morning and may yet make the Northwest his headquarters.
Mr. H.H. Matheson, once of the Bank of Montreal, Perth, left here for Manitoba this week to enter into farming. His ranch comprises 640 acres and is located 60 miles west (?) of Emerson.
Mr. A. W. Bart of the Perth Collegiate Institute passed his second year examination last week at Toronto University with first class honors, coming in first in history, French, and third in German. Mr. J. Balderson gained the degree of M.A.
Among the successful candidates for the Degree of B.A. at the recent examinations at Toronto University we see the name of John McGillivray of Collingwood (younger brother of Rev. R. McGillivray of this town), who has obtained a degree with first class honors in Ethnology, English, French, German and Italian.
Mr. James Donald, Reeve, Dalhousie, is recovering from an attack of bilious fever or some kindred complaint.
Mr. Ewen McEwen, Jr. and Mr. Hutchings and family, Carleton Place, left for Winnipeg yesterday.
The store of Mr. William McDonald of Carleton Place is lighted by gas. William is bound to keep up with the times.
News has been received of the safe arrival of Rev. and Mrs. Ballantyne at the house of friends in Scotland. The passage across the Atlantic occupied 7 days. They will return in September.
Mr. James Fraser, founder of Pilot Mound, states it is growing rapidly and there being quite a number of buildings being erected.
Miss Janet Bowes and two younger brothers of Lanark Village and Mr. William Craig of Lanark Township left on Wednesday for Manitoba.
Mr. William Guthrie, shoemaker, Middleville, has retired for a time from his business in that village until the Fall. He left on Wednesday for Manitoba to fill some position on the Canada Pacific Railway construction.
A telegram reached here on Wednesday stating that Mr. George Miller, eldest son of Mr. Robert Miller, former manager of the Perth Belt Works, had died somewhat suddenly the same day from inflammation of the bowels. He was manager of a drug store in Pickering, Ontario, at the time.
Mr. Rufus Drew, bookkeeper for Messrs Frost and Ward, Smith’s Falls, was united in the happy bonds of wedlock to Miss Grace Tr- - - - . The marriage ceremony was performed by Rev. J. Crombie of that place at the residence of the bride’s mother, Mrs G. (?) O. (?) S. Hulbert. (transcriber’s note: there are two separate names here, that of the bride and her mother.)
Dr. Wilson, Carleton Place, has resigned the position of Coroner held by him for forty years.
Mr. Robert Scott of Almonte has been engaged by the Company to build the culvert between here and Sharbot Lake for the Ontario and Quebec Railway.
Sad Accident—On Thursday, 30th ult., a very sad death occurred at the house of Mr. Francis Hourigan (?), S. Elmsley. Mr. Hourigan’s son, a boy about two years of age, was wandering about the house when suddenly his eye rested upon a small bottle which contained (unreadable word) phosphate and before the deadly powder could be taken from him, he swallowed a fatal portion. The frantic parents hastily summoned a physician but before he arrived the little fellow was beyond human aid.
The Strawberry Festival, under the management of the ladies of the Congregational Church, Lanark, was held in Mr. Robert Wait’s grove last week on Saturday. In the morning it appeared as if it would rain, but the weather in the afternoon was all that could be desired. From about 3:00 the crowd was coming in and just as quickly the ladies kept liberally dishing out strawberries and ice cream so that the supply of these articles failed after 8:00. When not engaged in stowing away the good things, croquet and promenading were the chief diversions and at intervals the choir with Miss Caldwell at the organ dispensed sweet music. The ladies were in a measure rewarded for their enterprise by taking in about $120 out of which a handsome balance will be left after paying the expenses.
Mr. John A. McCann, late teacher in the Pembroke Separate School and Mr. William A. Smith, teacher, North Burgess, have recently graduated at the Ottawa Normal School.
James and William Moffatt, Carleton Place, left for Washington last week to look up papers of value there which belonged to their deceased brother Peter Moffatt, of Idaho Territory.
A Romance Spoiled
To the Editor of the Perth Courier:
Sir: In your issue of the 28th ult., there appeared an article entitled “A Romance in Real Life” which the writer, with a few lines, intended as an advertisement of my return from foreign parts. It seems somewhat strange that I could not return to my native land without being subjected to such an untruthful article as the one referred to. It is true that no one knew of my intended departure from Innisville some 19 years ago. I went to Australia as those around here knew, in company with Abraham Code and James Hopkins. I went to the Australia gold fields for no other reason than to better my fortune and acquire by luck and work the equal of that which was rightfully mine. During my absence I wrote regularly to my wife and friends for some nine years. Then there was an interval of silence of nine years when in March of 1881 the correspondence reopened which continued until I took passage on the ship homeward bound. The statement that my marriage met the disapprobation of my friends is wholly false and shows now, as 20 years ago, that some people never lose the opportunity of playing the part of the “snake in the grass”. Yours Truly, David Kerr Innisville, 7 August, 1882
The contract for building the St. Andrew’s Church Manse has been awarded to Mr. John Lister of this place, who distanced all the competition in price. Mr. Lister is an excellent and reliable builder and we know the job will be done satisfactorily in every way. The edifice is to be of white brick and two stories high. The style being ornate, will be handsome and attractive and an ornament to that part of town. The architects are Gordon and Hollowell.
M. Patterson, Almonte, succeeded in carrying off one first prize of $20 at the matches of the Ontario Rifle Association at Toronto week before last.
Mr. J. A. Laurie left here on Tuesday for Niagara to get a stock of choice fruits. People wanting peaches and pears would do well to call at his new store and leave their orders.
Mr. Hugh McIntyre and family of Balderson, left for Winnipeg on Monday morning, where they intend to reside permanently. Mrs. T. Irving set out with them on a visit to here sister Mrs. W. T. Walther of Winnipeg. Mr. Archibald McNee also left for his home in Winnipeg on the same train.
Mr. Peter McArthur of Almonte and daughter left town Friday last for Toronto where they intend to take up their residence. Miss McArthur will enter a school for young ladies there.
A section man named W. Boyce was killed on the Kingston and Pembroke Railway on Tuesday near Sharbot Lake. He was on the track when the cars came up and was killed instantly.
The St. James Church Sunday School picnic will take place today (Friday) in the grove in the rear of Mr. C. A. Matheson’s Cheese Factory. The children will assemble for a short service at the church at 10:30 a.m.
Mr. Willis of Smith’s Falls, insane, who had been confined in the Perth gaol for this cause, for the past month, has been removed to the asylum at Rockwood near Kingston.
On Wednesday night a dwelling owned by Mr. Robert Douglas was entered by a burglar or burglars and the old gentleman’s watch and 75 cents stolen from his pockets in the room where he slept. The thief left a larger sum in another pocket untouched. Some of those midnight marauders will come to grief. Honest citizens should be on their guard.
Posted: 04 August, 2003