Perth Courier - Comings and Goings
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Good Riddance—Dan McIntyre of Sharbot Lake seems to be a nice specimen of a young man. The Whig of last week devotes the following paragraph to his doings: “Dan McIntyre of Sharbot Lake, who some three years ago married a very pretty school mistress and who has been abusing her, skipped out last night and is now probably in Kingston. The couple were boarding at Mr. Shibley’s and during the evening Mr. McIntyre threw his wife’s goods out of a window and carried them off. His departure is not regretted.
The remains of Mr. A. P. Bower were followed to their last resting place in Elmwood Cemetery by a very large concourse of citizens. He was buried with Masonic honors, the brethren being in full regalia. The members of the Ancient Order of Workmen also attended in a body the late Mr. Bower having been a member. As membership also includes life insurance, the heirs of Mr. Bower draw an insurance of $2,000 from the society.
Almonte: Death has once more swooped down into our midst and this time has chosen as its victim Thomas Corcoran. Mr. Corcoran’s death at the age of 35 years is but another proof that “Thou hast all seasons for Thine own oh Death”. Deceased had for a number of years followed the business of bar tending, the last place in which he was engaged being the Allan House. On account of failing health he was obliged to leave there and came home to Almonte some nine months ago. Since then although he ever bore up cheerfully it was evident that he was in the clutches of the most dread of diseases, consumption. On Sunday his remains, followed by a large number of friends, were consigned to the Roman Catholic Cemetery at Huntley.
In the will of the late Mr. Thomas Dobbie of Lanark a wish was expressed that his heirs not continue the sale of intoxicating liquors in the hotel lately owned by him.
We have received correspondence from the Denver Tribune from our old friend Mr. John Doran of Pembroke who is at present tarrying there in that city in quest of renewed health and finds it we hope.
Mrs. Janet Christie, a grand aunt of Mr. F. A. Hall, barrister of this town, died on the 18th ult. in the township of Bosanquet (?), County Lambden, at the great age of 101 years, 11 months. She was a native of Fifeshire, Scotland.
Mr. Alexander McCaffrey, formerly hotel keeper at Carleton Place, died in Winnipeg recently.
Dr. Kellock is slowly recovering from his illness but is still unable to leave his bed.
Mr. Alexander Cameron, Bathurst, has sold his farm to his brother Mr. John Cameron and intends removing to Manitoba in the Spring.
Mr. Seeley is as usual paying the boys the best market prices for all the partridges they may bring in and has already shipped 300 brace to Boston. He has almost another one hundred brace ready for sending off.
Mr. James Kane and Mr. Frederick Bolleau, detained in the Perth gaol for alleged assault on Hugh Robinson, will be tried on the charge at the next county court. Kane is out on bail and probably Bolleau will be released in the same way shortly. Robinson left for Montreal Wednesday still weak in body and mind.
Mr. John McNee, son of Mr. Duncan McNee, Drummond, has gone to Jacksonville, Florida to work in a music store of his uncle’s Mr. A. B. Campbell.
The Board of Education Meeting—Messrs Berford and Shaw moved that Miss Mathilda Patterson be appointed teacher of the Junior Department of the Public School at a salary of $200 per annum. In addition, Miss Mary Walker is to be appointed teacher also in that department at the same salary.
The advantage of life assurance adopted by the Sun System Company are fully explained by the agent of the company, now in Perth, Mr. J. F. Junkin, who is doing quite a business in this vicinity.
In order to ensure the market policy being inaugurated, Mr. Lochead will be on hand at the market Saturday with a supply of vegetables. Those wanting such will remember that it is expected quite a number of gardeners and farmers will be there also with garden produce.
Mr. Robert Lillie’s new bolt factory building is progressing very fast since the warm weather set in and already the exterior is finished. The roof is to be furnished with the usual elongated cupola and at the north end a chimney of white brick is being run up to the height of 26 feet above the roof or 40 feet from the ground. The removal from the old to the new will take place sometime during sleighing.
Mr. J. J. McDonald, Spencer, Iowa, son of Mr. Duncan McDonald, Bathurst, has a large contract of railway building in that state and the Des Moines Register claims that his contract shows the fastest work ever done in that state though the grades are heavy and the railroad difficult to make.
The Recorder of Monday says that while bringing in the Canada Pacific express from the North Saturday afternoon Engineer Clendenning of this town struck a farmer who was driving across the track a short distance from the other side of Smith’s Falls. The engineer was going at a high rate of speed and hit the wagon fairly in the center throwing the driver nearly 20 feet in the air and landing him several yards from the track where he was found insensible. The latest accounts this morning say the injured man is still alive though it is reported he will not live.
Almonte—Messrs. D.F. Fraser and Robert Patterson of this place have formed a partnership and will shortly hang out their shingle at Carleton Place. Both are clever young men in their profession and are very popular so that we may have every confidence in predicting for them a successful career.
Almonte—We have this week to record the death of a lady well known and very highly esteemed throughout this section, Mrs. John Cumming of Ramsay. She was stricken with paralysis about a week ago from which she never rallied and the end came on Wednesday when the hand of death freed her from earthly pain and she entered upon that eternal rest for which she was highly prepared.
Almonte—Matrimonial—On Tuesday Mr. Stephen Woods was united in wedlock to Miss Emily Sherwood of Bastard. The bride was attended by Miss Bo - - - - - while the groom was supported by Mr. John Moag (or Mong). The ceremony was performed at the residence of the bride’s father, and the happy party left here on the 5:00 train for Montreal and other points. Last Thursday Mr. Bothwell and Miss A. Carroll both of this place were united by Rev. R. Wilson.
Mr. David Featherstone of Goulbourne has bought a farm of 100 acres in North Elmsley of Mr. Thomas Hands of Drummond for $3,100.
The splendid farm of Mr. Duncan McDonald of Bathurst, one mile from Perth, is offered for sale, the owner having concluded to retire from farming and come to live in town. Mr. Richard Smith, whose farm is a little further up the line also wishes to sell his excellent property.
Last Monday afternoon the marriage ceremony of Mr. J. Alfred Murphy of Ottawa to Miss Maggie Milne of Arnprior took place at the residence of the bride’s father, Rev. D. J. McLean of Arnprior was the officiating minister. Miss Amelia Milne, sister of the bride, acted as bridesmaid and Mr. W. H. Allan of Carleton Place was the groomsman. A number of intimate friends were present at the ceremony and about 60 valuable presents from friends and relatives testified to the high esteem in which the bride was held. Carleton Place Herald
Mr. Peter McIntyre, near Balderson, has nearly finished the erection of a fine solid brick residence for himself, one of the finest in Bathurst.
A dispatch from Sharbot Lake says: While a man named Chapman, a farmer here and formerly a resident of Wolfe Island was walking along the new trace of the O.&Q. Railway in this village, this morning, was struck by the train and instantly killed. Chapman was about 65 years of age and leaves a very large family. He was well known and respected in Kingston and vicinity. This is the first accident that has occurred on the new road.
Mr. M. James, Separate School teacher of this town passed a very credible matriculation at Queen’s College, obtaining 81% in Latin. We understand Mr. Dawson passed a creditable exam at the same place. All this indicates both industry and ability in these gentlemen. It may be remarked that both Mr. James and Mr. Dawson commenced to study Latin after the New Year and that too, in the same moments, snatched from an exciting profession in school teaching.
A young man named Paul was drowned in the Almonte on Monday. (note, in the December 7 issue, the following: A lad named Paul was drowned at Almonte while trying to walk on the frail ice last week. Two companions were with him but were rescued.)
Mr. William Holliday of the Township of Bagot and former resident of the Scotch Line, Elmsley, died on Tuesday of last week.
Mrs. Johnston of Lanark Township, who was poisoned by taking Paris Green, is still living on Monday afternoon. Her system is so injured, however, that she can hardly recover.
The veteran treasurer of the Township of Pakenham, Mr. Thomas Elliott, 87, is seriously ill from a paralytic stroke. In his younger days he served as a soldier in the British army.
Mr. Allan Lafferty of this place passed his matriculation examination at Queen’s University at Kingston recently.
Mr. Dawson Kerr of the Chicago Journal of Commerce and Mr. George Kerr, Jr., barrister, Toronto, paid a brief visit to their old house in Perth last week.
Mr. Matthew Ferguson, Bathurst, 60, died a short time ago from the effects of a runaway accident.
Mr. J. W. Manning, Almonte, delivered one of his stirring addresses on temperance in Smith’s Falls a few Sundays ago. The local commissioner agreed with him in the position taken that no more hotel licenses should be granted in the Falls at present.
News has been received of the death by drowning of Mr. Archibald Riddell in the Calabogie Lake by the upsetting of his boat. The body was recovered. (note, in the following issue of December 7, 1883 it says: By his boat upsetting, a man named Archibald Riddell, was drowned in the Calabogie Lake a short time ago.
Mr. Richard Murphy, Manager for many years of Messrs. Murray at Des Joachins, died at Portage du Fort recently. He had been ailing for some time.
Mr. Archibald Affleck, Jr., of Dakota, has removed to Middleville to his old farm not liking the Northwest. Mr. William Guthrie of Middleville, has returned home from an inspection tour in the Canadian northwest. He intends leaving again for that country in the spring with his family, having secured land at Venlun (?), near Regina, N.W.T.
Mr. O’Brien of the firm Chisholm, McDonald and O’Brien, was married last week at Renfrew to Miss Jennie Barry, daughter of Mr. James Barry of Cal - - - - -. Miss R. Killaran (?) acted as bridesmaid and Mr. R. A. MacDonald as groomsman.
Mr. James Morrison has been engaged to repair the Lanark half of the Ferry Bridge. The cost is estimated not to exceed $90.
A miner named Tonkin, injured on the 21st at the Wilbur Mines on the K & P Railway, by a delayed blast and died on the same day, after being brought to Kingston, and taken to the General Hospital.
The Queen Versus James Kane and Frederick Boleau
The prisoners were indicted for an assault on Mr. Hugh Robinson causing him bodily harm. On the night of 15th Oct., Robinson was going home to his dwelling house in Perth when he was assaulted on the foot bridge at Byrne’s hotel and badly beaten. He was struck with a stone on one side of his head inflicting an ugly wound and received another wound on the other side of the head besides other bodily injuries. He was found lying in an unconscious state at the door of his residence where he had been left by two men who after knocking at the door ran off. Robinson remained in an unconscious state for two or three weeks from concussion of the brain caused by the blows he had received on the head. He has not yet fully recovered from the effects of the injuries he received. After being arraigned and on advice of counsel the prisoners withdrew their plea of guilty and pled guilty of a common assault. James Kane was sentenced to four months imprisonment in the common jail at hard labor and to pay one half the costs of the prosecution or in default another month’s imprisonment; Frederick Bolleau was sentenced to two month’s imprisonment and to pay the other half of the costs of the prosecution or in default another month’s imprisonment. Mr. E. O. Malloch was for the Crown and Mr. E. Elliott for prisoner Kane and Mr. F.A. Hall for the prisoner Bolleau.
On Thursday of last week the first fatal accident occurred at the Glendower Iron Mines, K & P Railway. Charles Harper was at the bottom of the shaft 150 feet down waiting for the return of the bucket but the bucket became detached and fell like a shot down the shaft. Harper, looking upwards, was struck in the face. He died two hours later.
At the Turkey Fair here on Friday, Mrs. Andrew Doyle of Drummond sold 238 pounds of turkey at 16 cents a pound. This is one of the largest single poultry transactions in the two days of the fair. The highest price given for turkeys was 29 cents per pound and was paid to Mrs. Edward McDonald of Drummond for a lot of 60.
Last Tuesday morning Rev. J.J. Blommer, in his most impressive manner, united in the bonds of holy matrimony two very estimable and highly regarded young people, Mr. George W. Herman, merchant, and Miss Marie Walsh, the eldest sister of Mr. William K. Walsh, who is a well known graduate of the Elmira Academy and now a resident of Perth. The ceremony was performed in the presence of a large and joyous gathering of friends of the contracting parties. Mr. Barnett Beacher very acceptably filled the position of groomsman while Miss Helena C. Walsh, sister of the bride, was a very charming bridesmaid. The sincere wish of their many friends is that their brightest expectations may be realized to their fullest. Mr. and Mrs. Herman on their return will occupy their new home on West Third Street (Sunday Tidings, Elmira, New York, Dec. 2)
On Friday last, Mr. James Shibley’s store at Sharbot Lake was burned. On Monday, Daniel McIntyre was arrested on a charge of arson by firing the premises as a matter of revenge.
Liquor Fine—Mr. William Pierce of Franktown was brought before Messrs. Charles Rice and William McLeod, Justices of the Peace, Perth, on Tuesday, by Henry Stafford, license inspector, charged under the Crooks Act with the illegal sale of intoxicating liquor and fined $75 and costs, the total being $91.35.
Mr. F. T. Frost does not intend to stand again for the majority of Smith’s Falls his own extensive business requiring all his attention. He has been a faithful servant of the people of that town for some 8 or 10 years. His brother, William H. Frost has been induced to enter the field for the civic chair.
The Central Canadian says that two yeas ago Miss O’Brien of Ramsay went on a visit to her sister Mrs. Eccles of Dakota. Though but 19 she took up 180 acres and has since been fulfilling the legal requirements of settlement. A few days ago she was offered $3,000 but respectfully declined.
Home for the Holidays—Mr. Robert Allan, son of Mr. William Allan, North Burgess, arrived from Winnipeg Saturday to remain for two weeks. Mr. Andy Hope of Devil’s Lake, Dakota, brother of Mr. Peter Hope of Perth, is in town for a month’s stay. Mr. George Ryan, brother of Mr. Thomas Ryan arrived in Perth on Saturday for a two week’s stay.
Xmas Tree—Middleville—The scholars and friends of the Congregational Sunday School marked the advent of happy Xmas times by a very pleasant and successful entertainment on Tuesday evening. The town hall was tastefully decorated with flags, overgrooms, Chinese lanterns, etc. But the center of attention for all eyes was the tree which bore a wealth of motley fruit glowing in the light of numerous tapers. Mr. William Croft was then called to the chair. The musical portion of the program was contributed by the scholars, Miss Maggie Croft presiding at the organ with her usual taste and skill. It consisted of songs and carols sung with much zest of the birth of the Christ child. Two especially enjoyed were “We Three Kings of Orient” by Masters Arthur Croft, Evan McCall and George Armshaw and “Just a Little Soldier Boy” by Masters James Sommerville, Edwin Borrowman, Grant Affleck and Arthur Croft. Maggie Croft received warm applause for a solo “Gaily the Troubadour”. Rev. John Curry, the recently settled Baptist pastor, offered a brief address. The “sensation” of the evening when Santa Claus, heavily robed in fur, and with flowing white beard, advanced to the Christmas Tree and proceeded to distribute knick knacks and candy to the expectant throng. He was welcomed in the name of all present by Rev. Mr. McCall who assisted him in his task, performed in an atmosphere very much warmer than he was accustomed to. Next a series of magic lantern views were presented followed by a temperance chorus “We Teetotallers Are Coming”. The audience, which completely filled the hall, joined in the National Anthem and then dispersed, expressing themselves much pleased with the Christmas Tree entertainment which had been given.
On the 10th Dec., Mr. Richard Darou of Harper’s Corners was brought before two Perth Magistrates by Inspector Stafford and fined $20 and costs for selling liquor without a license.
The patrons of the 4th Line Bathurst Cheese Factory presented their manager Mr. James Patterson, with a fine coon fur overcoat in recognition of his services.
Death has been busy in our town during the past week. Among those who have passed away were Mr. F. B. Allan and Mrs. Robert Andison. Both were entered in Elmwood Cemetery on New Year’s Day.
Killed in Michigan—Last Friday a young man named Paul Shirley, son of Mr. James Shirley, Councillor, Bathurst, was killed by the fall of a tree while working in a shanty near Bay City, Michigan. His skull was fractured and his back broken by the blow. His body arrived here on New Year’s Day and was interred in the Catholic Cemetery Wednesday. The unfortunate young many was 25 years of age.
Mr. D.S. Smith, Ottawa Collegiate Institute, and his wife are spending the Christmas vacation with his father-in-law, Rev. R. L. Stephenson.
Return of Convictions Made by the Justice of the Peace for the County of Lanark for the Term Ending 11 Dec., 1883
Lee Chung versus Defendant Samuel James and David Smiley, Assault and Battery $10 each.
Charles Patterson versus defendant William Andrews, Assault and Battery, $1.
Leslie Robinson versus defendant Robert Orr, Assault and Battery, $1.
Robert Stone versus defendant Mary Latton vagrancy, 6 months gaol.
Robert Stone versus defendant James Green vagrancy 6 months gaol.
Richard Smith versus defendant Thomas Smith, non payment of wages, pay to complainant within 21 days.
George Dixon versus defendant Robert Garrot, insulting and obscene language, $2.
George Dixon versus defendant William Tweedy, insulting and obscene language $2.
George Dixon versus defendant William Gray, insulting and obscene language, $2.
George Dixon versus defendant Walter Whan, insulting and obscene language, $2.
George Dixon versus defendant Edward Moorhouse, insulting and obscene language, $2.
George Dixon versus defendant George Holden, drunk and disorderly, $2.
George Dixon versus defendant Ann Blake, drunk and disorderly, $2.
George Dixon versus defendant William Black, drunk and disorderly, $2.
David P. Wood versus defendant James Scott, injury to horse and buggy, 25 cents.
Garrett Cody versus defendant Henry Ringer, pigs at large, $1.
J. H. Gould versus defendant John O’Toole, trespass in garden, 50 cents.
J. H. Gould versus defendant Harold Craig, trespass in garden, 50 cents.
J. H. Gould versus defendant John Armstrong, trespass in garden, 50 cents.
J. H. Gould versus defendant Henry Black, trespass in garden, 50 cents.
J. H. Gould versus defendant William Black, trespass in garden, 50 cents.
Henry Clark versus defendant William McDonald, vagrancy, 6 months gaol.
Mary Crowley versus defendant William Milroy, assault, $5.00.
Sherman Earl versus defendant David Welsh, drunk, $2.00
Railway Accident—The peril of railroading has been once more strikingly and horribly illustrated by a fatal accident to a well known Brockville man at Bell’s Corners. The victim was Charles Wilson son of William Wilson of Lyn Road. Mr. Wilson it seems, was a conductor of a freight train on its way to Chalk River and had stopped at Bell’s Corners to cross another train. He was making a coupling for one of his brakeman and in doing so the pin was thrown out upon the ground. Keeping one hand on the end of the car, he reached down to secure the pin when his overcoat was caught beneath the moving wheel of the car behind. In a moment he was drawn beneath the wheels and horribly mangled. He was at once taken to Ottawa where he lived but a few hours death resulting during the night. The body arrived here by train this morning. Deceased is spoken of as one of the best conductors on the road and a sober, reliable employee. He was only 23 years of age and unmarried. –Recorder
William Foley, son of Mr. James Foley of Almonte and formerly of Lanark Township has just passed his last law examination with honors in Portland, Oregon where he has started to practice his profession.
Sent Home—A Mrs. Hall and three small children were sent to England this week by means of funds raised by public subscription. The husband of the poor woman died, leaving the family destitute and helpless.
We see going to press that a supper given by Warden Elect McDonald at Barrie’s Hotel is one of the attractions of Thursday evening.
At the Judge’s Court on Tuesday, ex-railway employee John Smith was brought before Judge Senkler charged with stealing a watch from Rathwell’s Hotel, Perth some days previous. It seems the prisoner afterwards added insult to injury by selling the chronometer for fifty cents. He pled guilty to the charge and was sentenced to four months in the Perth gaol. The same operator also pled guilty to stealing a scarf pin from Barrie’s Hotel and disposing of it at his standard price of fifty cents. On the same day, Elizabeth Campbell, Dalhousie, was arraigned before the judge for child desertion and is to be tried as soon as witnesses can be brought in.
Lanark County Council Meeting—Destitute/Insane petitions were read for aid to destitute/insane:
From George Buffan, Bathurst, $60 for support of Eliza Boulton
From George Gray, Bathurst, $60 for support of Catherine Miller
From Bridget Byrne $120 for support of Hannah
Scott
From Bridget McIver $(?) for support of Catherine
Melver
At the examination of the Ontario College of Pharmacy, Toronto, held lately, Mr. Alexander Menzies, Carleton Place, took honors and a gold medal in materia verdici.
Mr. Robert Wilson has returned to Pakenham from the Northwest. He took land at Moosejaw and will run a cattle ranch there. He intends removing thither with his family in the Spring.
Mr. Thomas Devlin, proprietor of the foundry at Eganville, died on Tuesday last week after a few days illness. Erysipelas (?) was the cause of death.
Mr. McCarthy and Mr. Bethune sail for England shortly to engage in the Caldwell/McLaren lawsuit.
Mr. D. H. Cole, student with Jamieson and Greig, Almonte, passed the first intermediate examination in law at Toronto last week without an oral, standing 6th out of 18.
Dr. W. A. Lavall, who suffered so much from malarial fever, has almost regained his wonted vigor again. He intends to make Smith’s Falls his headquarters for his future operations.
The generous hearted people of Carleton Place have contributed $200 towards the relief of the widow and family of John Brown, the man who was killed by a snow plow at Wabs (?) Station last week. The railway employees also have a list in circulation which it is supposed will exceed the sum already donated.
Mr. T.A. Code has returned from Manitoba after an absence from town of about one month. He thinks Winnipeg a fine and progressive city.
Carleton Place: We deeply regret that Mr. William McEwen of the Carleton Place Gazette is very seriously ill. He was suddenly confined to bed a few days ago and on Tuesday his condition was very precarious.
The farm of 150 acres at Balderson belonging to the McNaughton estate has been sold by the executor, Mr. Jno. P. McIntyre to Mr. James McGregor, Bathurst, for $5,800.
Misses. Bethune and McCarthy, counsels in the celebrated case, sailed for England on Saturday. They will argue the case before the Privy Council and a decision may be expected a few weeks afterwards.
Mr. C. J. Bell, formerly of Drummond and now of Belleview, Manitoba, arrived in town on Wed. last week and is staying with his father-in-law Mr. Ewen Cameron. He is one of the township Councillors of Sifton (?) Manitoba.
Mr. James Purdon of Waupeton (?), Dakota, is visiting his father Mr. William Purdon of Dalhousie.
Last Sunday the body of a man was found in the locks of the woolen factory, Haggart’s Island and judging from appearances it had been down in the water for some weeks. It was pretty well identified as being all that remained earthly of Mr. Patrick Flaherty, a well known character and this supposition was the next day confirmed by members of his own family. The deceased had been missing for nearly two months but he was latterly a sort of wanderer upon the earth and his absence caused no comment or alarm and no one supposed that poor Pat had met with the sad and premature end that had taken him. It was surmised that while in a state in inebriety Pat had stumbled into the flume where sure death awaited him. His remains were buried on the farm he formerly occupied North Burgess, on Tuesday. He was about 55 years old.
Messrs. John and Patrick Lally, Perth, have passed their examinations in the civil service at Ottawa.
We are happy to be able to report that Mr. W.P. McEwen of the Almont Gazette is rapidly recovering from his illness.
Mr. Franklin Rorrison, only son of Mr. W. H. Rorrison, Reeve of N. Crosby, died recently at the age of 15 (?) 19 (?). He was a sufferer nearly all his life.
Mr. William Hicks has been appointed license inspector for the County of Lanark under the so-called Dominion License Act. There is little doubt that the Dominion Act is no law at all.
Smith’s Falls—Smith’s Falls has appointed Mr. Robert Reynolds as town constable at a salary of $275. He also gets fees in connection with his duties as constable which will increase his income to about $400.
When the last mail steamer left Bermuda there were 37 Canadians sojourning there. Among that number are Hon. A.N. Richards, Mrs. Richards, Miss Richards, Mr. R. Richards, Brockville, Mr. Radenhurst of Ottawa and Mrs. Carrier.
Mr. George Little, late manager of the Perth carshops, has received a position in St. Louis, Missouri and his family removes there from here soon.
An auction sale of the household furniture of Mr. George Little, late of the carshops, will take place in Mr. George Devlin’s corner tomorrow (Saturday).
Mr. John McAlister returns to his old home in Douglas about a week or so ago after an absence of 18 years in California.
An old pioneer school teacher, Mr. McDonald, well known up the Opeongo (?), died suddenly about a week ago at Eganville.
Mr. C. H. Lavelle, Kingston, who was taken seriously ill died on Wednesday morning of last week. He is a brother to Mr. Jno. R. Lavelle, barrister, Smith’s Falls. The latter left here immediately to attend the funeral.
Mr. Jas. Mitchell left town for his old place at St. Louis, Missouri on Thursday. Mr. Walter Stanford, bookkeeper in the carshops, left today for a position in the U.S. Union Pacific Railway office in the West.
Mr. James Shirley, a member of the Bathurst Township Council, died this week of Bright’s Disease of the kidneys. Another old resident, John Chaplin, of the same township, died this week.
Auction Sale Ads:
James Mansfield, Lot 20, 2nd Concession Drummond
John King, Lot 21, 1st Concession, North Sherbrooke
Return of Convictions by the Justice of the Peace for the Term Ending 11th March, 1884:
Henry Stafford versus defendant William Pierce, selling liquor without a license $25
Henry Stone versus defendant Martin Derby vagrancy, 6 months in gaol.
Robert Smith versus defendant Charles Cameron, vagrancy, 6 months in gaol.
Robert Smith versus defendant Hugh Cameron, vagrancy, 6 months in gaol.
Robert Stone versus defendant William Harper vagrancy, 6 months in gaol.
Robert Stone versus defendant Richard Holden vagrancy, 6 months in gaol.
Robert Stone versus defendant John Pepen, vagrancy, 6 months in gaol.
John Ferguson versus defendant James Legarty violation of game laws, $5.
J.W. Manning versus defendant Patrick Seymour, breach of liquor license, $20.
Henry Lever versus defendant William McFadden, breach of liquor license, $20.
Miss E. Beatty, Lansdowne, County Leeds, has graduated from the Royal College (Queen’s), Kingston and intends going to India as a missionary. Miss Beatty was for some time in Dr. Kellock’s office here.
Mr. Duncan Stewart, Mitchell, County Perth, passed through here for home on Saturday on his return from visiting friends in Dalhousie, having left that township for the West about thirty years ago.
Mr. George F. Cairns, barrister, has opened a law office in the growing town of Smith’s Falls. Mr. Cairns is a young man of good abilities and as a private citizen will be an acquisition to our sister town. He is bound to succeed.
The death of Mr. John Dodds, Lanark Township, at the advanced age of 79 years, removes another veteran from the stage. He came to Lanark in 1821 and for 21 years followed the profession of teaching. He was highly respected by a large number of friends and acquaintances.
Chancery Sale: Bear in mind the chancery sale of the farm of the late Joseph Mitchell, to take place at the town hall, Perth, Tuesday, April 1. This farm has the reputation of being one of the best in the township of Bathurst as a wheat and hay farm and having a prospect of two railway stations in the immediate vicinity.
A dynamiter has written a letter to the Carleton Place assessor in which he threatens to blow that official skywards. The document was embellished with a skull and crossbones and other ghastly reminders of immediate mortality.
We published recently an item relating to the death at Portage du Fort of a young man named Sullivan who had his finger jammed while acting as a brakeman on the Grand Trunk here. The Almonte Gazette charges that instead of taking off the mangled finger the physician merely dressed the wound and left for home. Ten days later Sullivan was seized with lockjaw and died.
Caldwell versus McLaren—The town was all excitement on Monday afternoon on the arrival of the news that the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council had decided the great legal contention of Caldwell versus McLaren—in favor of the Messrs. Caldwell. The announcement was in one sense a surprise as a decision was not looked for until the month of June. This county, being the home of both parties and Mr. McLaren being a resident of the town the interest in the case from the outset has been unflagging. The Messrs. Caldwell have always received a large measure of sympathy even from their political opponents and we do not understate the cause in saying that on every hand great satisfaction was expressed at the result. However, there is no desire on the part of anyone to rejoice over Mr. McLaren’s defeat. The decision sets free the great lumber resources of the upper Mississippi which have been held in the tightened grasp of Mr. McLaren. It will at once lend new impetus to that industry. Mills that had been decaying in enforced idleness will once more hum with activity and furnish employment to hundreds of men and a general benefit will rebound to the entire community. We have evidence of Messrs. Caldwell’s great enterprise in that as soon as they knew of the decision of the court they at once telegraphed to Ottawa for men and the next day gangs of men were on their way. 60,000 logs have been held on the steams for two or three years. They will now be brought down and many men will be employed along the river. The mill at Carleton Place will at once start when the river opens and another hundred men will be required there.
Boyd Caldwell was in town at the Allan House on Tuesday evening on his way to Montreal. He bears his triumph modestly looking on the victory rather as a vindication of Provincial rights rather than as a personal victory.
Turning to the aspect of the case it is important to understand its magnitude. Had Mr. McLaren’s contention been upheld, the greatest Provincial assets, its timber, would be greatly diminished in value. There are some 340 streams in exactly the same position as the Mississippi and any grasping man on each of these who had the power would have all the others at his mercy. In fact, the whole timber trade would be obliterated in the fierce contentions that would arise and the Province would be made liable for all damage to the private interests. All prospect of this state of affairs is now at an end with this definitive and final decision. This signal and triumphant vindication of Ontario rights Sir John again lies prostate, crushed and humbled. His repeated disallowance of the Rivers and Streams Bill stands out as monumental proof of his utter defeat and disgrace as a constitutional lawyer; while it places Mr. Mowat and his government on a pinnacle that will compel his strongest opponents to admit its superiority. The Provincial Mordecu (?) which Sir John would have hanged is elevated to the place of honor while the Dominion Premier is gibbeted on the gallows which he had erected for Mr. Mowat. The disallowance of the Rivers and Streams Bill will not be repeated. It is the only means that can provide any recompense to Mr. McLaren for the use of his improvements. Without it he could not collect one cent of tolls and it will not be in order for Mr. Lees to recant his strong utterances against the Mowat government and with a thankful heart lend them steady and unswerving support. In conclusion, we congratulate Mr. Caldwell on his plucky, persistent and determined effort which has resulted in so great a success. The Province is owed a debt of gratitude to him in carrying this cause, so far reaching in its effects, to the final and victorious issue.
Mr. Samuel Boyd has been transferred from the Merchant’s Bank, Ottawa to the Perth branch.
Thomas Tennant, Lanark, has been appointed License Commissioner under the Crooks Act to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Mr. William Thoburn.
Mr. Cyrus Davis has bought the Waddell farm in Elmsley about one and a half miles from town and intends going extensively into market gardening beginning this summer. He will deliver all kinds of vegetables to his customers’ doors.
Messrs. Lester and Ireland have received the contract for the erection of a residence and set of stores at the corner of Wilson and Foster Streets for Mr. William Butler. The cost of the buildings will be about $9,000. There will be brick, two story, flat roof buildings with glass fronts.
Mr. Robert Anderson has been elected councilor in Bathurst in place of the late Mr. James Shirley.
Auction Sale: Mr. Thomas Manion, Lot 19, 10th Concession, North Elmsley, two miles from Perth.
A confectioner at Carleton Place, Mr. E. A. Cullerton by name, is missing and creditors complain of his having taken away the stock and everything else that was possible.
The creditors of Mr. W. H. Byers, shoemaker, Eganville, have given him a compromise of 50 cents on the dollar, 3 and 6 months secured. Liabilities are $3,200 and assets $1,320.
Mr. Samuel Farmer has removed from Renfrew County to Perth, having taken a position in the boot and shoe store of Mr. G. B. Farmer.
Bygone Days—The widow of the late Chief Justice Sprague, both of whom recently died at Toronto, was a daughter of the late Dr. Thom of Perth, where she was known some 30 years ago as Miss Catharine Thom.
Mr. Gilbert Crombie of Cornwall, with his bride Miss Kingsley of Lancaster, were here on their wedding tour a few days ago.
Lamentable Accident—The high wind of Friday last wrought a great deal of devastation in town and country upon fences and buildings but so far we have heard of but one case of loss of life from the storm. The victim was Mr. John McLaren of South Elmsley who came to a premature end violently and painfully. Mr. McLaren was that forenoon moving from a farmhouse on the Scotch Line owned by Mr. Thomas McKinlay to a farm belonging to Mrs. McPherson near Dawson’s Bridge, Elmsley. He had just arrived at his intended new home with a load of movables he and his wife being seated on a bunk on the top. This was about 10:00. When they were preparing to get off, a gust of the prevailing heavy wind swept the bunk off the wagon upon the back of the horses. Mr. McLaren fell with it down beneath the horses feet. Startled by this, the horses jumped forward and a wheel of the loaded wagon struck the prostate man on the chest breaking it and driving the ribs into the lungs and other internal organs. Mrs. McLaren jumped off some distance back and on the fall broke one of her legs badly, the bone protruding beyond the flesh some inches. A general smash-up of the vehicle occurred after a little while bringing the horses to a standstill. The unfortunate dreadfully injured man crawled into the vacant house dragging a bed after him where he lay in torture. His wife, also painfully wounded, struggled in after him and here from 10:00 till after 4:00 in the afternoon the stricken couple lay in their agony until some children passing from school discovered them. Dr. Grant of Perth was sent for and did what he could to relieve the dying man and dressed the wife’s broken leg, which proved to be a fracture. About 8:00 the same night, Mr. McLaren expired. The cause of death was apoplexy of the lungs. His remains were followed to Elmwood Cemetery Sunday by an immense concourse of mourning friends. Mrs. McLaren is in a fair way towards recovery.
Sad Affliction—Mr. William Lees, member of the local legislature, S. Lanark, has the sympathy of the community in the death of his estimable wife on Sunday morning last. Mrs. Lees was stricken down with paralysis the evening before. Dr. Munro of Perth was sent for when Mrs. Lees’ illness occurred but on arriving at Fallbrook at 2:00 a.m., no hope of life remained and death took place shortly after. Mrs. Lees leaves a family of five children. She was a daughter of Mr. James Laurie, Sr., Bathurst, and was widely known in the neighborhood as she was generally esteemed. Her remains were followed to Elmwood Cemetery on Wednesday by an immense concourse of sorrowing friends.
We clip the following from the Fargo, Dakota Argus of April 27. “Mrs. Charles Rice of Perth, Ontario, arrived in the metropolis Friday evening and is visiting her daughter, Mrs. J. Lamond of Headquarters Hotel. Mrs. Rice has been in Fargo and has many friends who are ready to welcome her.”
The last of the Hayfork prosecutions was up before Charles Rice, J.P. on Friday last. The complainant was Mr. Henry Hammond of Lanark Township and the other was Mr. “Doc” Way. The prosecutor failed to establish his point, namely, that fraud was practiced upon Mr. Hammond although it was evident the agreement was very cunningly drawn up and calculated to deceive when read by the bland and talkative agent. The magistrate dismissed the case.
Mr. Christopher Coulter, Mallory, Minnesota, has just paid up his 42nd year of subscription to the Courier. Few of our friends can beat this record. Mr. Coulter removed to the West some fifteen years ago from Dalhousie.
Miss J. Church, daughter of Mr. H. J. Church of Pembroke died on Friday last. Mr. James Wilson, also of Pembroke, died the same day aged 63 years.
Mr. John Donald, Dalhousie, is seriously ill at Carleton Place.
The many friends of Mr. Richard Dowdall, Almonte, will learn with pleasure that he passed his examination successfully without an oral last Thursday at Toronto.
Mr. John Barber, one of the oldest settlers of Westmeath, died last week. He was very highly respected by all. Years ago he removed from the vicinity of Perth to Westmeath. He was about 75 years old.
Mr. A.W. Kippen, P.L.S., Perth, has passed his examination at Ottawa for Dominion Land Surveyor.
Mr. W. J. Code, son of Mr. A. Code, M.P.P., has passed his final examination as barrister and attorney and intends leaving soon to practice at Calgary, N.W.T.
A suit for $5,000 damages has been entered against Mr. Henry Hammond, Drummond, by the parties arrested by him for alleged swindling in connection with the hay fork contracts.
Mr. Henry Taylor has set out this Spring over 100 shade and fruit trees at his residence in the West Ward.
A girl 15 years of aged named Maggie Johnston was committed for trial Wednesday by Charles Rice, Esq., on the charge of having goods in her possession stolen from Messrs. Shaw and Mathieson’s store Sunday before last. The articles comprise a piece of garnet silk curtains and a piece of lace. The goods were found at the girl’s residence and she claims were given to her by a young man. Last week a young man named John Conwith was arrested and lodged in gaol under suspicion of having been implicated in taking the package of silk from Messrs. Shaw and Matheson on Sunday morning previous. At the magistrate’s examination no proof was given to support the charge and the young man was liberated.
We are told by residents that since the Dominion License to see liquor in Port Elmsley was granted by Messrs. Donald and Preston, Commissioners, the village, from being a quiet and orderly place, has got to be one of the worst in the county for its whiskey scenes. The buyers and drinkers are not so much regular residents as the floating population working at the canal. Some people have had to lock their doors in the daylight to be assured of safety from rowdyism that accompanies liquor traffic in such circumstances. Such is the result of Dominion interference in this case.
Mr. George Peters of Sharbot Lake has an eight year old daughter, who with another woman named Bridgen lost their lives in the burning home of the first named on Sunday morning. Their bodies were nearly consumed by the flames. Another 20 year old was so badly burned that fatal results are feared.
Mr. John Forgie of Almonte, formerly a law student in the office of E.G. Malloch, Perth, is now a full fledged barrister.
The girl Maggie Johnston, charged with larceny, on re-examination on Monday before Charles Rice, J.P., was sent up to stand trial at the next county court.
A Veteran—Our old friend, James Murphy, near Armstrong’s Corners, Bathurst, called on Wednesday and paid his subscription to the Courier. Mr. Murphy is 92 years old and came to Canada from old Ireland 62 years ago. He is still hale and strong and walked in most of the way to town from his farm.
From the Hastings, Minnesota Gazette of May 24 we find the following interesting item. The father of the bride is a former merchant of Lanark Village, William Moorhouse. “Mr. U. M. Thomas of the Columbia Dispatch and Miss Isabella Moorhouse of this city were married on Tuesday evening at the residence of the bride’s father, and left on the evening train for Dakota via Winnipeg.”
Lanark County Teacher’s Association—Mr. T. J. Walrond of Almonte High School gave an illustration of his method of teaching vulgar fractions, dwelling especially on the importance of precision of putting down the work. “The Assignment of Homework” was introduced by Mr. W. Rothwell, B.A., of the Perth Collegiate Institute. He mentioned that every teacher should try to get a correct idea of a child’s character, that physical education should receive more attention—that little or no homework should be given to junior pupils and that a lesson should not be assigned until the pupils know how to do it. Want of time prevented a discussion of this interesting address.
Mr. William Doran has removed his family from Sharbot Lake to Toronto.
At a meeting of the Law Society recently held in Winnipeg Mr. Charles L. Shaw, late of Perth, passed his final examination first on the list for barrister and 2nd for attorney—both without orals.
Fatal Accident—We have to report another sad and fatal accident which occurred on the Ontario and Quebec Railway in the vicinity of Sharbot Lake on Tuesday. A young man named Allan Cochrane, Carleton Place, was employed on the gravel train as a brakeman and while putting on the brake, slipped and fell between the cars and was instantly killed, his body being severed in two. The accident is said to be owing to the use of a stick shoved through the brake to enable the brakeman to obtain greater purchase, in this instance it slipped and he was precipitated beneath the cars. An old railway man says that the use of the stick as mentioned is very common among young, inexperienced brakemen and is the cause of many accidents. If such is the case, steps should be taken to put an end to the practice. The young man whose death we record was well known in town as a quiet, unobtrusive young fellow and great regret is felt among his friends at his sudden and untimely death.
Drowned—On Wednesday last a young man named Arthur Robinson living on the 11th Concession of Bathurst, while taking a drink at a spring, was seized with a fit and falling into the river, was drowned. The unfortunate young man had been subject to these attacks.
At the conference of the Methodist Church held at Brockville, the Rev. R. Whiting was allotted to Perth; Rev. R. Wilson to Smith’s Falls; Rev. G. McRitchie to Almonte; Rev. T.C. Brown to Carleton Place; Rev. S.C. Kandall to Playfair; Rev. A. Heldon to Maberly and Rev. W. R. Dyre to Newboro.
Mr. Neil Robertson, Mr. A. W. Burt and Mr. J. M. Balderson, all of Perth, have received degrees of B.A. at Toronto University. Mr. Jas. A. Allan, barrister, passed his third year for the degree of L. L B. at law and also carried off the scholarship worth $120. Mr. James H. Farmer of Woodstock took second class honors in classics.
On Thursday evening of last week the body of Mr. Patrick Collinghan, conductor on the Ontario and Quebec Railway, arrived in town on its way to Ottawa. Mr. Collinghan that morning was coupling two cars at the Kaladar station when they came together and crushed the life out of him. He was a single man and belonged near Ottawa. At 7:00 the same night the report of another fatal accident came from Sharbot Lake. It occurred at tweed Station. A river driver named Bates fell between two cars of a ballast train and his body was cut in twain.
General Sessions and County Court—The Queen versus Margaret Johnston. On the night of 11th May last the window of the shop of Messrs. Shaw and Matheson, Perth, was broken and a piece of silk, a piece of edging and a pair of lace curtains were stolen and taken away. A few nights after the burglary the stolen property was found in possession of the prisoner who is a young girl only 15 years old residing with her mother. Failing to given any satisfactory account of how she came into possession of the stolen property she was arrested and placed on trial for the larceny. Verdict guilty with the recommendation of mercy. Sentenced to on year and ten months imprisonment in the Mercer Reformatory at Toronto.
Mr. Peter McDougall of Blakeney will visit Scotland, his native country, during the present lull in trade and the cessation of work on the mill. He will be accompanied by his brother Mr. John McDougall.
Mr. W. H. Black, son of Mr. James Black, Ramsay, returned home from California last week.
Ad for farms for sale:
East one half of Lot 17, 10th Concession
Elmsley, about three miles from Perth, Hugh Cameron.
Ad for Land for sale:
The whole of Lot 8, 9th Concession Bathurst, 200 acres, William Doran.
At the late examination at Toronto Univ., the following received the degree of B.A. in addition to those mentioned last week: Mr. W.C. Weir, Perth, Mr. W.P. McKenzie, Almonte, and Mr. Samuel Farmer took second honors in classics.
In the last issue of the Almonte Gazette, Mr. William Templeman bids a final and manly farewell to his late readers and patrons and announces his intended departure from the town. We believe he intends taking up residence in the U.S. Mr. Bennett Rosamond for one will be glad he is going somewhere away from Almonte.
Rev. A. McTavish, Balderson, who graduated recently from Queen’s University, Kingston, and who is now an ordained minister of the Presbyterian Church, left on Monday for Indian Head, Assinibonie (?), where he will for the present take up his residence. Mr. McTavish, a few Sundays ago, preached the morning services at St. Andrew’s Church, Perth.
The cornerstone of the new Bank of Montreal building was laid with amiable ceremonies in the presence of a number of citizens by Mrs. Drummond, wife of the manager, with a silver trowel being used in the operation. In the stone was placed a lead box containing correspondence of the Courier and Expositor, Canadian coins, Mexican silver dollars with the name of the architect, contractors Messrs. Kippen and Scott and the bank employees engraved on it. The walls of the bank are rising rapidly.
At the recent examinations L. B. Stephenson, son of Rev. F. L. Stephenson of Almonte took the exhibition prize for classics in the 5th form; also the general intelligence prize in the upper school. Last year on going directly from Almonte High School he took the exhibition for classics in the 4th form.
During the past week, a number of young ladies from this neighborhood have returned from boarding schools to spend vacation at home among them being: Miss H.A. Mair, Miss Maggie Thompson, Miss Alice Taylor, Miss Maggie McLaren of Perth and Miss Maggie Caldwell of Lanark.
Mr. George A. Smith, a nephew of Mr. Robert Smith, Elmsley, at the late examination at Lennoxville College, carried off a number of honor medals and scholarships. Mr. Frank Meighen, son of Mr. Robert Mieghen, Perth, took a high position in the Boys High School , Montreal at a recent exam.
On the afternoon of the 2nd inst., Mr. Edward McLenaghan of Drummond was united in wedlock to Miss Katie Bowland, 2nd daughter of Mr. John Bowland, Esq., of Ramsay. The nuptial ceremony was performed by Rev. F. L. Stephenson, Almonte in the English Church, Clayton in the presence of a large number of friends of the contracting parties, many of whom came from a considerable distance in order to be present at the wedding. The bride was the recipient of many handsome presents. Miss Mary Code of Innisville (?) acted as the bridesmaid and Mr. T. A. Kerlock of Perth as groomsman. After the ceremony and congratulations were over the party retired to the residence of the bride’s father where they were handsomely entertained. In the evening the party drove to the groom’s beautiful place of residence arriving in good time to appreciate the genial hospitality which awaited them. Dancing continued until the wee hours. We wish the couple a happy and prosperous life and that their honeymoon may be pleasant.
Miss Bella Magee, Merrickville, won the gold medal for proficiency in course at the Hallmuth (?) Ladies College, London, Ontario.
A very sad event occurred a short time ago at Forrester’s Falls. Mr. John Howard was killed by lightening. He leaves a widow and nine children.
An old and valued friend, Mr. George Lowe, Carleton Place, gave us a call on Saturday while on his way to spend the summer with his son-in-law Mr. Simon McViety, North Elmsley, whose home is on the shore of the beautiful Rideau Lake. Mr. Lowe is just recovering from an attack of kidney complaint.
We are pleased to learn that Mr. John M. Mylne and Mr. A. McKenzie were among the successful candidates at the late Matriculation Examinations of the Royal Military College at Kingston. The former was tutored by Mr. Mills and the latter in Brantford at the Collegiate Institute.
Rev. W. A. McKenzie, B.A., son of Rev. R. McKenzie, Dalhousie, has settled as pastor of a congregation in Carberry, Manitoba, the church paying him $1,000 per year.
On Thursday evening of last week, upon the retirement of Mr. J.M. McLaren from the Revere House and hotel life, a number of his friends and boarders presented him and Mrs. McLaren with a handsome silver tea set as a token of their friendship.
At the recent trial of the self binding reaping machine on the farm of Mr. Joseph McCreary, Ramsay, Messrs. Frost and Wood, Smith’s Falls, sold two of their celebrated machines on the spot. As none of the rival machines competing seem to have had a purchaser, the inference is that Messrs. Frost and Wood’s machine gave better satisfaction than the others.
The following candidates from this district passed the recent non-professional examinations for second class certificates. The list is being published in order that the candidates may apply at once for admission to the normal school if qualified to attend.
Perth: D.
M.
Robertson, A
H. Stanley, A.
J. Porter, B
D. Sinclair, B
E. McNee, A
I. Couch, B.
Almonte
H. Halfpenny, B.
M. McNab, A
D.R. Drummond, B
N. McDonald, B
Renfrew
A. Smallfield, A
The following party is on a pleasure trip to the Rockies: Mr. Hugh Ryan, wife son and two daughters, Perth; Mr. John Ryan, wife and daughter, Brockville; Mr. John J.M. Donald of Ottawa; Mr. Allan B. McDonald of Port Arthur; Mr. T. J. Lansky and Mr. John Haverly of Winnipeg and Inspector Witherspoon of the Ontario Bank. They will have a special Pullman and a private dining car of Mr. John J. McDonald, which was used on Section B during construction.
English and Science Master William Moore, late of Carleton Place High School, has been appointed English and Science Master in the Perth Collegiate Institute at a salary of $600.
Rev. Donald Fraser son-in-law of the late William Fraser, Esq., Perth, having accepted a call from the congregation of Victoria, British Colombia, has left for that city with his family.
We take the following from the Ottawa Citizen of the 8th inst., : “in another column is the announcement of the death of Mrs. John Badger. The lady was well known in the city and will be missed by the many who when in need of a friend always found her purse open and ready and willing to extend to all a true spirit of Christian charity and to alleviate the sufferings of the needy. The deceased emigrated to Canada with her husband and came to Ottawa after residing in Perth, living in Ottawa with her son-in-law Mr. W. J. Banks (?) since 1870.”
The Arnprior Chronicle of the 5th Sept., contains an account of the death of Mr. James Hubbell of Hubbell’s Falls and formerly of this town at the age of 75 years. Deceased was born in Brockville and in his early life practiced law.
Eddie McNee of Drummond and a graduate of the Perth Collegiate Institute was awarded the Governor General’s Medal offered to the pupil receiving the highest number of marks at the Intermediate examination
An old resident of the Scotch Line, Mr. William J. Thompson died on Wednesday at the advanced age of 83. He was a native of Newcastle on Tyne, England.
Mr. Charles L. Shaw, son of Mrs. W. McN. Shaw of this town, passed through here yesterday afternoon on his way to Egypt, having undertaken to act as war correspondent in that country for the Winnipeg papers.
Miss Barr of Prescott, sister-in-law of Mr. H. B. Spencer of the C.P.R., has been united in marriage at Prescott to Mr. Martin, C.P.R. agent at Mattawa.
On Wednesday morning last at 11:00, a number of friends and relatives of both parties assembled at the residence of Mrs. H. L. Walker of this town to witness the ceremony of marriage between her daughter Belle and Mr. D. G. (?-or H.?) Stone of Constantia, New York. The nuptial rite was celebrated by the Rev. M. Magillivray, Presbyterian minister. A number of choice presents accompanied the good wishes of the many friends of the bride and a large gathering at the depot assembled to bid adieu to the bride and groom on their departure for Toronto on the way to Constantia.
The Key West Florida Democrat of Aug. 30 thus speaks of the act of a gentleman who is proud to call himself a native of the County of Lanark, near Perth: “We are given to understand that Mr. James A. Waddell, one of Key West’s most respected citizens, with laudable generosity, offered 100 acres of land fronting on the river near Ft. Myers, and also $1,000 in cash to assist in the erection and establishment of a college in that neighborhood.”
Middleville News: Festival—A very successful affair took place on Wednesday, 10th Sept., under the auspices of the ladies of the Congregational Church. The day was bright and intensely warm making the shade of the grove very acceptable. At noon a beautiful dinner was served. This was followed by speakers and music. A choir of younger girls sang “The Mellow Horn”, and “Hoe Out Your Roe” in a credible manner. The choruses of the larger choir were sung with spirit and good taste. They were as follows: “Second Our Voices” “Hear the Angels” and “The Brave Old Oak”. Peter Morris entertained with a recitation and song “Pull Away” while “the Miller of the Day” by John Blackburn was well received. “Shells of the Ocean” was feelingly rendered by Maggie Croft. Rev. John Carrie gave an able address in which he called attention to the value of true friendship, the elements of which are sympathy, sincerity and constancy. He urged upon parents looking well to developing character in their children. Rev. D. W. Day spoke of the fitness of thanksgiving for the bountiful harvest just being gathered in and forcibly impressed the lesson that we are all sowing the harvest from which bane or blessing must be reaped by us sooner or later. A stirring speech was given by Mr. J. Jamieson, Esq., M.P., in which he presented the duty of gratitude to God; the necessity of integrity to permanent success and the privilege and duty of self sacrifice and activity for the lifting up of the fallen. Referring to the reported defeat of the Temperance Party in Halton he said that such defeats only made the ship of state to right itself and success would be wafted by Heavens favouring rains to the haven of success. Mr. McGregor of Stratford, formerly a teacher here, delighted the audience with a very racy and telling address. Tea was served and after the evening wore on a thunderstorm briefly passed. It did not prevent the Town Hall from being packed to enjoy the concert, which had been announced. The platform was draped and festooned with excellent taste, a number of choruses were sung by a company of friends of Lanark in such a manner as reflected great credit on them and delighted the listeners. Miss Mair presided at the organ. Miss Carrie Playfair, on her first appearance before a Middleville audience, created a most favorable impression by her song of “The Summer Shower” “Yes, Sir” and “The Sword of Bunker Hill”. During the evening humorous readings in good style were given by Mr. Ross of Lanark. A duet, “What are the Wild Waves Saying”, was sun by Miss Maggie Croft and Mr. Peter Morris and elicited well merited applause. Miss Marion McCall acted as accompanist. Mr. Peter Morris, with his sympathetic and flexible voice, rendered pleasingly the old song “Rice O Barley”. “The Merry Harvest Time” was sung by the Middleville choir. Mr. Speers of Hunterville gave humorous Scotch songs and recitations which called forth very enthusiastic applause and peals of laughter. His songs and stories were irresistible. His difficulty will be to say “no” to the various calls that will certainly be made upon him. The concert was pronounced by all we have met the best ever given here. In bringing the proceedings to a close Rev. McCall asked the audience to testify their appreciation which they did enthusiastically. On Friday evening a social was held at the home of Mr. John Somerville, Jr., bringing the proceeds to a total of $150.
Posted: 05 September, 2003