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FOR 30 , llAYS.. your step-grandmother being Scotch, hot it doesn’t look well to do it just More an election. especially when you’re the «undue. ' be at least fair enough to clear the implied charge made against the con- servative candidate. It’s a case of small politics, and the time and space might be better employed in the dis- cussion of larger issues. . O . Ir. Blair raised a kick in the gov- anment because he couldn’t swallow the Grsnd Trunk Pacific scheme, and the Pettypiece liberal member of I‘mbton regards the thing as insane. .‘t The Review last week showed much luck of judgment in regard to Mr. Miller's religious and temperance principles, and the reading public have reason to feel surprised at a newspaper l.» enlightened Ontario dragging re- l‘ ’on into politics. The way being I: ened we could hardly refuse con- r ihutors the privilege we have given ’JEDI this week in a more personal discussion of the matter than we per- sonally approve of. The mean insin- nation, by which Mr. McKinnon’s hhits might be questioned is not at all in keeping with the profession of our local cotem, and while Mr. Ramage. we are sure does not imagine Metho- dim or temperance will be regarded no a crime by the electors he should It may be well enough to join the Sons of Scotland on the strength of DURHAM CHRONICLE The parliamentary aspirants are now busy all over the Dominion, and Ir. Borden is doing effective work on his policy of government ownership 0! Railways. The more one looks at the Grand Trunk Pacific deal the more inglorious appears the action of the government. \Vhether or not we should have a " Railway owned govern- Illont or a government owned railway" there seems little room for doubt in We Will Offer the Balance of Our Durham, Oct. “In injustice the government does the country in assuming the whole cost of 3 large section of the road. and then turning it over to a private corpora- tim. This is what the Lnurier Gov- ernment is doing in thv case of the MacFARLANE Mo. new transcontinental mud projected from Moncton to the Pacific. Have the preoelection pmmises of the Laurier Government been well enough carried out to entitle him to a new lease of power? Surely a gov- Ol'nment of broken promises should notlw trusted in the administration d affairs. Stock of Wall Paper at Unheard of Prices. Dmggists and Booksellers. U. IRWIN. Editor and Preprietor. Dominion Government is trying to B'ithb Columbia by building Come and let us show you a nice paper at 30 a roll. I3, 1904. El MS m1. \ Corner Concerns. To THE Enrron or Tm: CHRONICLE. We 1“", u,“ M, “(1 Mrs. Marshall who recently moved here to Normanby have been b Sunâ€"In last issue of the Review a sketch appears, malignant in its word- Octobot 11th, lmâ€"lmc. John Bell. Lots 57. Con. 3. E. G. R. DununIoNsb, Lotl. Con.2.N.D.R. DupldloNahLotlt ud5,Con.2.H. 0.3. C.Ano¢hLot|Cud7.Con.2,N.D.R C.Iirth.Lo¢5.Con. 1.11.0.3. W.J. Yong, L000. “1.37.113. An viola ' will render trespass" flabby!“ p tion. ‘ ing, and as base as it is hypocritically false. He says the Conservative can- didate for South Grey is soliciting support by denouncing opponent Miller as a. “temperance man.”-â€"-Un- true, without a. shadow of truth to justify the assertion. LL PERSONS ABE STRICTLY . forbidden to hunt, fish or otherwise gm on the following propertiee in Em'roa CHRONICLEâ€"It is with re- gret that I observed that the Agricul- tural Exhibitions at Flesherton, Dun- dalk, Priceville and Holstein, were superior to our Durham exhibit, both in quantity and quality. in the agri- cultural products. There were four samples of potatoes, and a Son of Scotland addressed a son of Erin with the remark that the Irish would soon starve, pointing to the diminutive display of potatoes. The annoymous writer goes on to inform the public. what every school boy knows, that the Dominion Govt. has no power to enact Prohibition Laws or grant hotel licenses. Is this falling off attributable to lack of energy on the part of the Director- ate? or is it penuriousness with a de- sire to hoard public funds for private One nf the best and most enjoyable meetings of the season was held at the home of Mrs. \Vm. Hunter, North Egremont, on Oct. 6th, where upwards of twenty-five ladies were present. That som- topic. “Pickling,” was very skillfully treated by the Presi- dent, Mrs. McGirr, who introduced the subjevt by giving a may little reading on “ Pickling time.” Bentinck, Oct. 7, 1M. His next essay at "tergivermtion" is that “ an active Conservative work- er in Normanby is canvassing against Mr. Miller because he is a Methodist and a temperance man.” This is a contemptible “ Method ” of Mr. Miller to proclaim his virtues, and, in the same breath, by innuendo, forge a slander against his political opponent, and, indeed, there is no better proof wanting of his moral incapacityas a legislator than the manner in which he has commenced his canvass for South Grey. The discussions were excellent, and were heartily taken part in by all present. thus making the meeting in- teresting as well as beneficial. Laurier is the character to be dealt with in this contest, and I would ask Mr. Miller to explain why Laurie:- broke off negotation with Peterson, Tait 00., of Glasgow, for a line of cold storage steamers to carry to the home market the slaughtered beef, sheep and lambs, and dressed poultry, fruit and other farm products, thereby enhancing the value of those products to every farmer in the country. I say let him answer this problem through the columns of the Review, but if he don’t, I will. with your permission, ventilate the rascally motive which caused Laurier to sacrifice the inter- ests of every farmer from Halifax to Vancouver in order to safe-guard the interests of the cattle-steamer owners of Montreal. It was decided that this meeting he the last for this year. The next meet- ing will he held in the. Durham Town Hall in January. 1905. There is no set topic for this meeting but several of the members have con- sented to prepare papers or give a talk on important subjects. We are look- ing forward to having a large attend- ance and will do all in our power to make the meeting interesting and instructive. My acquaintance with Mr. Ramage dates back to his first connection with the Review, and am convinced he would not stoop to pen a deliberate falsehood, hence my use of the word “annoymous” in a foregoing para- graph. Mr. McKinnon, I have known since his early boyhood. I will vouch for his integrity of moral character by casting a Baldwin-Reform vote in his favor at the coming contest. Thnse wishing to join the Institute will have the privilege of becoming members at the January meeting. “'audhy. Oct. 10, 1904. Women’s Institute. Agricultural Decay. WARNING. - “00>”- Yours truly, Yours, c., A FARM ER. FARMER. We lenrn thet Mr and Mrs. Wm. Mershnll who recently moved from here to Normenby have been blessed withnyonng son. The snme mes senger brought the news that Mr. John Marshall would undergo an operntion for appendicitis on Friday. He has many acquaintances over here who regret very much to hear the sad news but hope for his speedy recovery. - “L'Wm. Wetter-eon hu completed the stonework of Mr. J oeeph MeNol- ly’e house. Joe Lennox is getting to be quite a cattle dealer. hoi'ving bought a bunch of sixteen head last week Agoodly number from this part “tended the Varney Thanksgiving services and enjoyed them very much. ' There will'be nnniverenry services in the Baptist Church on the 23rd, end 3 ten meeting on the following evening Threshing is the order now Dan Campbell’s steam outfit is in this neighborhood while Moore. with his machine is a few farms farther down. The latter moves by traction power, but the former gang has with them a tine team of gray horses re cently bought by Sandy Alexander which are equal to a railroad engine in hauling a thresher. The Review last week accuses us Conservatives down in this part of of the riding of stating that candi- date Miller is a Methodist to try to prejudice some against him. We have never heard it used for that purpose, but if he had been truly consistent in his religious profession for the lehgth of time he has been in the work, speaking at public meet- ings and taking other active parts, by this time he would have established, if he has the influence a man of abil- ity should have, a reputation of piety and such a reverane from the people for miles around that to speak light- ly of his profession would be pure sacrilege, and any man daring to do so would be held in utter con- tempt. Yet it is possible some who know him best may have said he is a Methodist in about the same way as they would say he is Scotch. It is well known that of late he professes to be aScotchman, and the Review of March 31st declares him of Scotch ancestry, amongst them being the Munroes. Looking up authoritative records it is found that a daughter of the late Colonel Munro was his step- grandmother, and the only Scotch ancestor he has got. His mother was born of English parents at Brockville and his father is a natural bred and born Yankee of Cahoes. New York state. It may be that some think he has about as much genuine Method- ism in ,him as he has good Scotch blood descended from his step-grand- mother. Some say he'is the farmer’s friend, but they may have in mind the new Markdale mansion to which dealing with him is likely to bring them. The Review in the same artiâ€" cle complains of us alluding to his Temperance professions. Though Temperance is not an issue this time it is quite possible that some of Mr. Miller’s supporters would like to tack it on to him as one of his cardinal vir- tues. Many still remember the am- ount of publicity he get through the press in 1891 for trying to influence electors with something that wasn’t plain soda. and now that his hands are tied against that sort of thing by the election laws, it looks like mak- ing the most of opportunites in try- ing to catch the temperance vote. The old saying "Gone. but not Forgotten" was brought to our mind at the \Vorld’s Fair, Holstein, when one o; theJudges remarked to us how much he missed the Caldwell Brothers from the shows. The same remark was made about John Cor- nish at Durham Gwing to excellent meals provided in the Churches at. Holstein on Fair Day there was a great crush and it is said two of our neighbors after coming out. changed the figures on the slate to make it read “Meals 15c" instead of “25c.” to add to the rush. This caused the rest. of their families to have to wait. till the last table when there was less variety, but it was only giving it to a good cause. As we have had a few holidays now since we have bad the pleasure of reading any Waudbv news in your welcome paper I thought 1 would jot down a. few items. Mr. Orr Minnis is erecting the poles for his light along this line. He will have one of the best water powers in this country when he gets his dam completed at what is known as Hay- ward’s Falls. Owing to the dampness of the day on the fifth of this month the Fair at. Markdale was a failure, hence it. was posfponed fill 1905. Miss McDonald of Toronto is vis- iting at Mrs. D. McKechnie’s. There me n number of maple vesting a glowing smile since listen. ing to Jimmy Fox at the concert while there is another man of whom it is said thst he gets twenty-four hours in in one day. Go it while you’re young. Mini Lizzie McKechnie in some- what under the wetther. but. with medical skill is recovering slowly. Mrs. W. Weir of Minden spent a fey days with her sister. Mrs. A. El- lison. Miss Morion Young returned {tom the Queen City and intends to spend a few weeks st she old home. Mr. Joseph Mchlly, with his threshing outfit has moved to the vicinity of Priceville. while J ames Bartley is around Edge Hill. VVaudby. .mmmmq {Lalgest and Best in A WESTERN ONTA RIO. St. Paul’s R. C. Church was prettily decorated on \Vednesday morning, Oct. 5th, as an event of unusual oc- currence was to take place there, viz.: A double wedding, the parties involved being Mr. P. J. Sullivan, of Markdale, and Miss J ul‘ia Lister, and Mr. James Sullivan and Miss Hannah Lister, all of Dornoch. The two Winsome brides were prettily gowned in blue etemine with trimmings of white silk and ap- plique, and were attended by Misses Eliza Lister and Eliza Vasey, their sister and cousin, who were becoming- ly dressed in suits of brown and green. The two stalwart grooms, attired in the conventional black, looked well and happy. Messrs. Frank and Ed. Sullivan looked to the interests of each of their brothers in their usual affable manner. Father Buckley,- of Owen Sound, was the officiating clergyman. After the ceremony. the relatives, numbering about 50, repaired to the home of Mr. Wm. Lister, father of the brides, and afiter the usual congratula- tions all partook of the elaborate din- ner that awaited them. At the con- clusion, Father Buckley rose and expressed his regret at Rev. Father Walters’ inability to be present, the distance and inclement weather being in a measure responsible. Then in his choicest vocabulary he paid a very flattering compliment to the two mar- ried couples, the brides in particular, to which Frank Sullivan, of Markdale, in behalf of the two grooms, made a suitable and extempore reply and con- cluded with the wish that the Rev. Father might long be spared to per- form and to preside over many a similar service. The day was not very propitious, but the gloom without was soon dispelled by the good cheer with- in. Towards evening fully 150 guests had arrived and dancing and other social amusements were indulged in until a late hour. The presents were numerous, varied and costly. P. J. Sullivan’s gift to his bride was a gold cross and to the bridesmaid a pearl brooch, and Jas. Sullivan’s gifts were opal rings. Mr. and Mrs. I”. J. Sulli- van will reside on their farm in Arte- mesia, while Mr. James Sullivan takes his bride to his cosy home in Bentinck. \Ve Voice. the sentiments of their’many friends in wishing them a long and happy married lifeâ€"Com. The Harvest Home Festival in Zion was a decided success. Rev. Mr. and Mrs. Colling assisted by over a score of ready wo1kers fixed the products of garden, orchard field and forest in most artistic shape on Friday after noon. Rev. Mr. Farquharson’ s sermon on Sunday afternoon was one of the best ever given within its sac- red walls. Everyone present has a good word to say about it. The church was well filled. The choir in full force and added to the succes of the service. Rev. Mr. Calling gave an interesting and instructive talk at night to young people. Heedless of bad roads.and the dark night. a big crowd gathered on Monday evening. Mrs. Geo. Blair knows how to steep the tea. The good things were plentiful and up to the high standard of Zion’s cookery. The order was excellent. the Durham boys being models for the ruralists to learn therefrom. Rev. Mr. Masson, of Varney, is a gifted soloist and was warmly encored. His readings were well received. The home talent did very well; but were not quite as well trained as heretofore. Miss Annabel Blair deserves praise for her helpful spirit, Stella Jack. Myrtle Hunt and Olive Cook are hard to excel in dia~ logue. Rev. Mr, Calling had a soft snap as chairman and filled the posi- tion in good form. The proceeds of Monday night lashed a few cents of twenty 5:five dollars. 3 PRINCIPALS. 3 0‘~m~~m~‘0 Quitea number are beginning to think that the sun hasn’t as much heat in him as when he was young. Mrs. Ed. Embury of Toronto, ar- rived at. the old- home on monday afternoon. She is bright. as ever. Miss Florence Hunt and Miss Laura. Reed of Markdale, were down for the foetal days at Zion. Grandma Peart got home from a lengthy visit in Hanover suburbs on Fnday lass. Mr. and Miss Buchanan of Vande- leur were guests of the Hunt. families the first of the week. Despite the bad weather, the Tim- mins Bros, have made a good job of the ston’ework under the new saw mill at the burg. So fer gs we can learn no Business College m Canndg graduates so many and at the seine tune such a Inge per. couture of Its students 33 does the Traverston. 0cm, 11th. Inc-“o ULLS AND HEIFEBS RIGHT from Impoer Stock. Yonxsmnn BOARS. ready for service, bred from Imported Stock. registered. Prices right. Apply to WI. SCARF, Durham. Ont. The above are all strictly Hand Made and we are offering them at 50 cents a pair less than any other custom shoe-- maker 111 Canada. See them and it not suited we will measure you and make anything to your order. Owen Sound and Durham REPAIRING DONE QUICKLY. We have some nice FURS for your inspection. and start them at $1.00 for 9. R118â€" 83.00, 83.25 and $3.50 and up. Keep Warm. C. L. Grant, FURS. Little Gem’s Oil or Box Calf 3t. .. Boys’ Oil Kid and Gulf at ........ Miesea’ Oil or Box Calf at ........ Women’s Oil Calf at ............. Men’s Oil Calf or Kip at .......... Men’s Veal Kip at ............... Men’s Satin Grain at ............ Men’s French Kip at ..... . ....... CAPS are the thing for this kind of weather. Do you want. one? Come to us end get them right. How about UNDERWEAR for the cold weathex ? Have you bought yet? If vou have not, then buy “StuDfield’S” and get. the best. The best is none too good for you-it lasts longer and is warmer. We have them in Man’s and WOMEN'S, and guaranteed positively unehrinkable. Stock for Sale. PEEL, the Shoeman I14 3. The matter of choosing a tall shoe is easily settled once you see our new hand mades in French and English Kips and Calfs. The workman- ship is thoroughly reliable and here are the prices: Plenty on hand yet. tried " Wanunoor Dom ” to keep utter out of your boon? The kind w 4 fraxa and Durham Rand-one c ing eight rooms. first class farm bath room. The other contains six Elejctric fixgurqs in both houses. SHOE DRESSIIGS. Elections Houses to Let. HousngthRNgR OF GARA STRICTLY CASH SYSTEM. McKinnon and Miller are after your votes. . BLACK, Durban. Ont. ham Rindâ€"one connin- first chgq furnace and ’â€"-Kid or Mochu. $1.25 1.75 2.50 rooms, Need a Hair E or 21 Tooth Br Heaters and R Horse Blankc of HOFM‘ Blank Lap Rubbers. Halters. Cattle Chains. Glass and Put Eye Shields. Coal Oil. JNO. A. D The People': BEING LOTS 41 ‘ townline bmwet Bontinck. containing the inflow being 2 Also homestead in N‘ acresâ€"all cleared fenced. well NW! of cultivation. The l“ comforuble hon I“ “35106. Everyt W unionists up PUTTY . -Cut-Saws. Hard See our Windo W. BI that. no y stove l1 complimented and nny pevsofi might feel the‘ fidence in buvinl Alwav early. result: We're doing 3 business NOW. 4 we expect when GOLD. “'e'rel of HEATERS: mensc Do not nllow 3' wet while driv can get a La Buggy Rm; 8‘ our assortment. We ha HAL'I‘I from 2.3 pair ol Shields. anywhere Every 'I‘hre Secure your Cw fore the west cold Our unit will suisfy you Just to hnnd shipmnnt of For X Cut Sum sud Axes we 11 Another curlou Cod Oil has arri 18‘“? Ill Ii DR! \' O nuke alllfl