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hooters and "I‘HIER. rt. less and )fl 40 1088, ONT 40 Men's t sixty 2 in se- blft let 10 .ON . R SALE Heifer, 15 .llts atte antage t0 t0 to )04 Ill 40 10 fi 9 $95» I 0.. '1; WE are pleased to note the prompt- ness with with the Metropolitan In- surance Co. has settled in full the .claim of Mrs. J. W'. Irwin, incurred in the burning of the Middaugh House 'stahles on the morning of the 29th of June. The cheque for 3500 was handed over on the 9th of July. er. kindly oflered for the occasion. As usual, at large crowd was present, and all seemed to he in a. happy mood. )lusiv was given by the, Citizens’ Band tln-nughoutthe evening which helped to enliven the scene. Refreshments were served by attentive young girls mm gathered in the snug sum of :1 in mt seventy dollars. A MOST enjoyable lawn social was givvn last Thursday evening by the fiaptist Young People’s Union on the inn-mtiful gnmnds of Mr. B. F. VVarn- 'l‘ms \Vt‘t'k we. giVe on page 2 a partial list {if the pl i295 tn be aw-ru-ded' it tho- South (hey F°ai1 to be held In [ID ll':l| nu nu Septemlxl L’lst and 22nd. The lulauue of the list. will appear in llt'§t issue. and in addition the Society is getting out a thousand pamphlets which will be ready shortly for distri- bution. A limited number of adver- tisements will be inserted and busi- ness men will have an opportunity in this way to )3k to the surrounding publit, and perhaps begin a business relationship of mutual advantage. - PASSED WITH Hoxons.â€"â€"Mr. A. W. H. Smith. B. A., L. L. 8., son of Mr. B. Smith, of this city. and who was for the past two years in the office of M05318. Campbell Plithlado. of “'im ‘nipcg. has just completed with honors his (mum) in law and was called to the Bar Monday morning. He now goes to Vin-den where he enters into part- nership with the Hon. J. H. Agnew, Provincial Treasurer.â€"â€"Brandon Daily Sun. Mr. Smith to whom the forego- ing refers isa. former Durham boy, a grandson of Mr. and Mrs.'J. M. Hun- ter. who have» a pardonahle pride in tho young man’s success, Mr. Hun- tor speaks highly of Miss McDomld’s ability as a teacher and regards her as tho one who first give an impulse to MR. ROBERT LAWBON sold a fine ('lydesdales mare and colt recently for the modest sum of 321). Mr. Edwin Johnston of Egremont was the lucky purchaser. Normaâ€"Any person desiring to seethe Mayor on town business will please leave word at the Clerk’s office until such time as he occupies his own sture premises. \VARNING.-â€"Any person or persons found bathing inside the limits of the (‘orporation of the Town of Dunham in-tween the hours of 5 a. m. and 8.3) p. m will be prosecuted according to Town By-law. By Order of Mayor. THE Durham boys go to Markdale on Friday to play a Championship lacrosse Match. To win against Markdale on their own grounds isn’t easy, but the Aberdeens will have no reason tofeel dishonored if they sufl'er defeat this time. Mmand Mrs. Rodgers of Toronto, spent from Friday till Monday with the latter’s sister Mrs. Robert. Lawson and on the evening of their arrival tbey were serenaded by the Durham hmd in honor of their recent matri- monial venture. Readers of the (‘hrunicle will have noticed an account of their marriage in last weeks issue. GIRL W'ANTED.-â€"About foul-wen or tiftwn years of age, to take care of mm]! children. Good wages. Mrs. A, G. ()mneron, Durham. THE Durham B. Y. P. U. will hold a lawn social at Varney on the even- ing of Thursday, July 28. Ice cream, raspberries, cake, coffee and other re- f reshments will be served. Admission to grounds 10 cents. All welcome. \VAN'rED.â€"A couple of good stone masons at once‘ J. G. Vollett, Dur- ham. â€"1. GATHERED DURING THE PAST WEEK FOR CHRONICLE READERS. THE \Valkerton Horse Races hqe ho'o'll [upstlmnetl till Thursday, July 21. Local News Items "An-hiv" in an educational line. “'ith his many friends here TB! (mansion-z joins in offering congratu- utiuns to Mr. Smith who has so often dune honor to the old school through his educational records. .M 731335? THE National Portland Cement Co. beat all previous records on Monday last when they ground over 1,300 bar- rels, Angus Cameron having put through 750 barrels during the night shift. Tuesday was the biggest day’s shipping since the mill began running. Everything now is reported to he go- ing like clock work. To)! lemus'rox is what the'hoys call a (-ravker-jack. He has three children in his fmnily, and the first was barn July 2nd, celebrated that year as Dominion Day. The next was born the 14th of February, St. Valentine’s Day, and the third cmne on Tuesday last, the 12th of July, King VVilliam’s Day. Now we are going to fix the 17th of March for the next birthday in Mr. Livingston’s family, and if the date isn’t right We’ll miss our guess, that’s all. THE Clarksburg Reflector has enter- ed its thirteenth year with good prog- pects of passing through the boyhood stage of its existence, and deveIOping in due time into perfect manhood. During its existence there were four or five proprietors, it was burned out once, and passed through the other ups and downs so well known to those unfortunate enough to go into newspaper work for a livelihood. We wish the Reflector continued prosperity. l'l‘ must have been some sort of op- tical illusion that led us to believe that Brad Jamieson was home last week. His father says he wasn’t here, and the only explanation we offer is that the Dr. is growing so youthful in appear ance that we mistook him for the young chap. THE VValkex-ton Herald is forty- three years'old, and enters on a new year with promising prospects of reaching a good old age. It is one of the pioneer journals of this country and its files. if intact, will contain many interesting records. It was es- tablished in 1861, about five years be. fore THE CHRONICLE which dates back to 1867, yet if we go back to the1 first number of the Durham Standard published February 19th,1857,and‘ from which THE CBRONICLI' 18 a con- tinuation, we have the start by u little over four years. EXPERT Judges have been appoint- ed to attend the Fair here on Septem- ber let as follows:â€"â€" Horses, Alexan- der McLean, of Carleton Place. Beef Cattle and Sheep. Noble Milne, of Ethel; Dairy Cattle and Swine. R. S. Stevenson, “’8 are just in receipt of a letter from C. E. Layton, well-known here as the man who superintended the foundaton construction at the Cement \Vorks. He is now in Jackson, Mich- igan and we are pleased to know that he hasn’t forgotten us. GARDEN PARTY.â€"â€"A garden party will be held at the residence of Mr. John Aldred, Varney, on Thursday, July 21. Admission to the grounds 10 cents. Sandwitches, coffee, cake, ice cream, etc. on sale. Football, baseball, etc. to ,commence at 6.30. Everybody come. Two weeks ago during a thunder storm, about twenty-five local tele- phones were rendered useless and ser- ious inconvenience was felt for the want of them. Repairs are now about completed, and we hope the service will be A1 in every particular. WAmD.â€"â€"A young lady to learn Telegraphy at MacFarlane’s Drug Store. ‘THE Central Hotel Store, up town, has been leased to Jacob Levine who takes charge the first of August. We are not informed as to the nature of the business he intends to conduct. JOHN MCDOUGALL, of Egremont, who was committed from here for trial recently by J. P. Telford, J. P. on the charge of indecent assault on a girl under 14 years of age was found guilty in Owen Sound. HANOVER defeated W’alkerton in a Jhampionship Lacrosse Match in Hanover last Friday by 9 to 3. The Aberdeens of Markdale were trimmed in Dnndalk by the Thistles, on the same day, the score being 8 to 2. This is Dundalk’s first win this season. FOR SAULâ€"Second hand stove, used only three months, good as new. Enquire of W'. H. Shaw, Durham. The Chronicle from now until the end of 1904 for 40 Cents. The L. O. 1). L. held their annual Church parade on Sunday last to the Baptist Church where a very cordial reception was given them. There were over a hundred in attendance and we desire to tender a unanimous vote of thanks to Rev. Mr. Newton for the very appropriate sermon, to Mrs. New- ton and the Choir for the fine music furnished, and also to the band for their efficient services. The Commitâ€" tee desires also to thank - the brethren for their presence. Struck Luck. a first-class CHAIN very cheaf). Come quick and get. first pick. THE morning of the Glorious Twenh had a very unfavorable appearance and a wet day seemed to bealmost certain. Notwithstanding the drizzling rains, and heavier downpours which lasted up to about seven o’clock there was a large crowd at the station here deter- mined on going to Listowel' to com- memorate in real old fashioned style. The Battle of the Boyne Glenelg Lodge is noted for their fine regalia, and re- cently they purchased a handsome new banner which on account of the rain they had to keep covered in the morn- ing. The day was spent very pleasant: ly however in Listowel where a great many Lodges had assembled on the oceassion. As the day didn't come in to suit our convenience. being too close to press day. we can not go into parti- culars. In fact we are not informed in regerd to any special features of the event. They were a fine looking body and their conduct was such as to force respect for the Society. R. B. Keeler 8’ Son WATCH CHAINS. quv is Your Chance to buy LAST week, we re ported the serious illness of Islay Campbell whose recov- ery was hardly expected. We are pleased however, to learn that she is now out of danger, and making good progress. IT’S too bad that the innocent should suffer for the guilty, but this is a daily occurrence. The indecency of some of the boys bathing in town has forced the Council to take action in the mat- ter and now all bathing within the corporation has to be done between 8:30 p. m. and 5 the next morning. Had the boys kept under cover all this would have been avoided. A UUUNLRY school-mistress tells the the story and the incident is supposed to have happened not many miles from Durham, The lady teacher had great trouble with an unusually mischievous boy and one day in exasperation she said:â€"-â€""Well, I wish I could be your mother for just a week. I’d rid you of thatdisposition." “AJrightma’am,” replied the lad. “I’ll speak to father 1‘ ut it.” ' last. dud. express pleasure in the pros- pacts. THE Orangemen attended the Bap- tist Church last Sunday in a. body and were over a hundred strong, the larg- est Society parade of the season. The band was in attendance, and the ser- vices and choir music were highly ap- propriate. The Society was delighted with the kindness of Mr. and Mrs. Newton as well as the magnificent choir. COUNCILLOR TORRY, of Mulock, and J. W. Johnston of the same vicinity, attended the Annual Meeting of the Ayton Binder Twine Co. on Thursday THE streetwatering contract Will be attended to by John Kennee, instead of Ben Warner to Whom the Council awarded it, as intimated in last issue. LEADING J E WELLERS. We place on sale this week 80 Ladies’ and gentleman’s gold filled WATCH CHAINS at. prices never heard of in this county belore These chains are warranted from five to twenty years. and as we bought. them away under price we have some great CHAIN BARGAINS uniting you. Every chain right upto- date as they just come from best chain factory in Canada. DURHAM, 0NT., THURSDAY, JULY 14, 1904. Card of Thanks. \VM. RITCHIE, C. M. J. W. BLYTH, D. D. M. JOHN \VILLIAMS, Chap. u CHAS. HOY was transferred from Owen Sound to the Central Prison, Toronto, on Monday last. There were thirteen others in the lot, all under the supervision of Prison Bailitfs Ryan and Simser. Only three were from Owen Sound. The other eleven were from the 800, Port Arthur and Rat Portage. The visit of Prof. Dorenwend to Middaugh House. on Wednesday, July 20th will afiord the ladies of Durham and surrounding country an opportunity-oi consulting him regard- ing their Hair, its needs. and their requirements in all styles of Hair Goods. Prof. Dorenwend carries with him a large and most varied assortment of this famous concep tions in Switchee,'Bangs. Pompadours Wavy fronts and Wines The equal of these high grade natural hair pro. ductione can not beprocured from any hair goods dealer in America. Prof. Dorenwend has the distinction of heng the largest manufacturer and the most noted specialist in these goods. Private apartments are at the convenience of all who avail them- selves of calling at the Middaugh House on the day of his visit Wed- nesday July 20th. Mrs. David Jackson and daughter Christene, and her sister Miss Arm- strong left Monday morning on a trip to the old country, England and Scot- land chiefly. . Miss Armstrong is well-known here as an efficient train- ed nurse, and all to whom she min- istered in time of sickness as well as all with whom she was acquainted will wish her a pleasant voyage. Miss Lou Davidson returned home last week after spending a pleasant holiday with friends in Toronto. Mrs. Matheson, of Kincardine, visit- ed her sister, Mrs. Wm. Saunders, last week. Mr. Tenton Ireland, of Guelph, is staying in town as clerk in his uncle’s store. ' Mrs. R. F. Miller, of Brantford, re- turned home Saturday after spending a Week with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Falkingham, her sister Mrs. John Harbottle, and other friends. She was accompanied by her nephew Geo. Harbottle who intends spending his holidays in the Telephone City. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sanderson. of Toronto. are in town visiting friends. Mr. L. G. Ireland, of Toronto, spent a few days at home here. Miss Marion Elvidge is home for a short vacation. Miss Flora MacKenzie is visiting at Mulock this week. Miss Florence Saunders is recover- ing from a severe attack of inflam- mation of the lungs. Mrs. J. E. Moore, nee Miss Cameron, and three boys, of Detroit, Mich., are visiting Mr. L. Elvidge’s and other friends and acquaintances. Miss Nellie Watt is now on the Review staff. Miss Maud Saunders is home from Hamilton on a visit. Miss Clara Ireland, of Guelph, is visiting her cousin, Miss Annie Ireland. Mrs. George Clever, who spent the Winter at Port Huron and Battle Creek, Mich., is spending a. short visit with relatives and friends in this vicinity. Mrs. Kay, of Detroit, arrived here Monday to spend a month with her mother, Mrs. Armstrong. and other relatives and friends in Bentinck and Durham. Rev. and Mrs. Morrison, of Cedar- ville, were in attendance at the Pres- byterial meeting here last week and spent a night with their friends, Mr. and Mrs. Adam Weir, of Glenelg. Mr. W. B. Vollet was in Owen Sound last Thursday with his daughter who took the boat there for Fort William to spend a couple of months’ visit with her brother John and other friends. Mrs. (Rev.) Newton, accompanied by her son, Keith, left Tuesday morning to visit the World’s Fair at St. Louis and at the same time to visit her son, Carl, who after a couple of years’ ab. sence will be quite an attraction, no doubt. We wish them a pleasant trip and a safe return. Miss Lily \Valker is visiting friends in Allan Park. THE GOING AND OONING 0F VISITORS IN THE MONTH OF JULY. Of Interest to Ladies. -a 0.0 .â€"~---â€"â€"- .l F'. J.J.HUNTER§ THE BUSY 81085 0!! THE 8087 CORNER. (1.: v $1.00 PER YEAR.