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_ The picnic, 'held by the Giangers in Wm. Carson’s bush, on the 25th. was a decided success. Four took the Royal Arch Pur- ple degree at the Varney L. O.\. L. on FridayAnighAt; June 28th. Mr. and Mrs. Hopli‘iizvsrelf Dro‘ more, visited the latter’s sister. Mrs. James W'ilton. Recommendedâ€"John D. McPhee. Sr. Pt. II ”(0 Jr. II.â€"-Jessie Davis, QQEPIhy Heather, Arthur RmeH The masons are hustling up the walls under Jas. W'ilton’s barn, which he had raised by about 25 of the neighbors. on the 18th and 19th. Jim will have a fine barn and stable. fihen _c_:on;pleted.. ar. Rt. 11 to Jr. II.â€"-Jessie Davis, Dorothy Heather, Arthur Everett. Willie Clark. Delyna Johnston. Ruhy Pilkey. Sarah Donelly. Harold Falconer. Jean .Morlock, George Miller. Elmor Hutton. Michael D. McPhee. Ernest Wright. W’ard Koch. Cecil Wiggins, Wilmer Snell. Katie McAuliffe, Adeline Graham, Grace Vollett. Roswell Davis. John Lawrence. Edmond Morris, Emma Vt’att. Isabel Davis, Isabel Mc- Dougall. ' flaringâ€"TENS}: 3221‘ " if}; John’ Leith, on Sunday, June 16th, a daughter. Mother and child are doing well. L Misses Ed Allan Park Eva and W last \\ eek. J. R. Richardson visited the city on gusiness again last week. .Sr. I to Jr. Pt. II.â€"Irving E1- 1'1dge. Clara Gordon, James Mur- ray, Florence Fluker, Eva Wake- field. Maudie Bryon and Nellie Falkingham eq., Winnie Ector, Vio- let Bartlett, Wilhelmina Collinson, Hilton Rowe, Ettie Levine, Sadie Russell, Harold Eden, Stinson Mc- Donald. Cecil McLean, Wilbrer Traynor. Peter Morris, Thomas Brooks. Beulah Stonehouse, Beat- rice Pilkey. Royden Burnett, Mary McKechnie. Joe Crutchley, George Armstrong, Albert Kress, Jean Hepburn, Myrtle Orr, Myrtle Yiirs. Esther McComb. Donald Graham. Lillia McDonald, Edith Willis. Gladys Marshall. Carrie McGirr, Annie Havens, Mildred Lawrence. Recommendedâ€"Ethel Hewitt. ‘ To Sr. I.-â€"Dorothy Miller, Arthur McDonald, Sadie Hillis, Verbena Ryan. Olive Bartlett, Gertie Orr. ’Willie Welsh. Katie Kelsey. Rosena Reid. Melvill Ryan, Kathleen Hughes. Elizabeth Bartman. An- drew Yessie. Daniel McInnis. Jr. III to Sr. III.-â€"James Ruth- erford, Clarenqe A M‘qGirr. Elsie Jr. IV to Sr. IV.â€"â€"Robin harson. Charles McDougall. TIHEY Levine. John Duncan. Willie Hut- ton. YVillie Lauder. Myrtle Daniel. John McGowan. Willie 'La'wson, Reta Torry. Marv Hartford, Vera 0. Allen. Alex. McQueen. Gordon Gun. Alfred W'eslev. W'ilbert Knisley, fiarbom‘. Afar Meade. Isabel I all Jean Aldcm Vina Mortley, E Calder, Grace P Maud Kress. Recommendedâ€"Florence Bryon, Cassxe Russell, Bessie Saunders. Form I to Form II.â€"Alix Edge.j (Honors and Scholarship», Marguer-‘ ite Hutton (Honors), Margaret Campbell (Honorsl. Margaret Lee-I son (Honorsx. Florence Kerr (Hon-' orsy. Effie McMillan (Honors) Jen-’ nie Kelsey (HonorS), Isabel Turn- bull (Honors). Ellen Moody, John, Ledingham. Zell Crawford‘ VVilfrid' Barbour. Mary McAlister. Earl all Jean Aldcorn, Ella Carson. ta-l Vina Mortley. Eddie Hutton.Marion Calder, Grace Petty, Jennie Peters.l Mar-:3 T"_-â€"~ unharson (Honors and Scholarship) Susie Kelsey, (HODOI‘S), Murray Findlay. Emma Ritchie. James Isaac. Sadie McDonald, Bert Marâ€" shall. Alex Hildebrandt, Florence Renwick. Madeline Murray, Bert Eecies. Fred Laidlaw, Karl Lena- Ln“ Form II to Form TILâ€"R uuharson (Honors and Schc THE DURHAM CHRONICLE In order to (mired to take subject and 60 ta]. “commendedâ€"C PROMOTION EXAMINATION W. IRWIN Edith and Ethel Willis, of 'ark visited their friends. iWinnie Blyth, one d3} DURHAM. JULY 4 VARIV'E Y '. S. DEPT 0 pass pupils were re- ke 40 per cent. on each 60 'per cent. on the to- '. S. DEPT. Editor and Pronrietor. ecil McNalIy L Jack Mé; 191] Zoy Far- Miss Elda McLaughlin keeping house While her away. ~”‘“I"‘° #lll. Humpson leaves no had friends, and carries with him nothing but the good wishes of the Varnev people. Varney is preparing for a reception for their new minister Rev. John Ward. on Friday night, when they expect Mr. Hampson Wiil be present. There 'Will be re- freshments, and everybody is Welcome. Mr. Wm. Grant visited friends in Brantford over Sunday. A meeting was held in Knox church on Monday, the 17th, when it was decided to try local option in Normanby in January 1913, and the petitions are being circulated to get signers asking the council to submit the by-law. Nearly ev- erybody around our Village is signing the petition, and we be- lieve chances are good for Nor- manby carrying local option. Wilbert Blyth attended the LO, L. church service in Allan Park on Sunday last, and had tea at Mr. Mark Willis’. Miss Winnie Blyth \isited her friends, Ethel and Edith Willis of Allan Park, from Saturday till Sunday. Roadwork and picnics are now the order of the day. Thos. Gordon is helping his brother-in-law, Alf. McCabe in the blacksmith shop, as Alf. is not very strong yet after his sickness. Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Richardson and family visited at Mr. James Petty’s last Sunday. Mrs. Robt. Webber. and son A‘- bert. of Poplar Hill. spent Sunday with the former’s daughter. Mrs. James Brown, of this place. Rev. Mr. Hampson preached his farewell sermon on Sunday and left for his home near Mounf Forest on Tuesday morn‘ing.- Mr. Urimhbrx“ 1 ...... Mr. Lorne Watson, end 'Miss Chatto. both of London. visited at Wm. Mountain’s, and other friends around here. Mrs. Wm. Clark. of Durham, on her way to Hampden rpicnic, called on some of her 'old friends here. We believe Mrs. C. Would rather live in Varney than Durham, and why shouldn’t she. The trustees of Varney school have. re-engaged Miss Petty for another year, at an advance in sal- ary. Miss Petty has given excel- lent service during the past .year. Miss ham, \' Flora McNaughton, of Dur- isited her sister. Mrs. John Kerr. and attended the Ramp-den picnic. A. number from here attended Hie Hampden picnic on Saturday last and speak very highly of it. Mrs.’ H.W. Leeson, of Mt. Forest, visited her son, George M.. of our village, andothey too visited Mrs. Wm. Ball, who is so very ill. Mrs. Jas. McLaughlinfana her daughter,‘M1_‘$: Wm. Allan, and baby, are visiting the formei" ter in Stoney Creek. Rev. Mr. Hampson, Mrs. James Boy, and Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Blyth attended the picnic at Orchard, and enjoyed themselves immensely. 'J'liere \vere about forty got on here for Guelph on the day of the Farmers’ Institute excursion, and it was a delightful day for the occasion. ' On Wednesday of last week. Miss Winnie, eldest daughter of Mr. 'Wm. Lauder, was united in holv wedlock to the man of her choice. Mr. Ab. Noble, son of Mr. and Mrs. George No.ble. of Hutton Hill. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mr. Hartley, of Durham, in the presence of only immediate rela- tives of the contracting parties.‘ The ceremony was performed at five o’clock in the evening, and. ,the wedding march was played by' ‘the bride’s sister, Miss Ladelle. The bride was the recipient of a large number of valuable presents, among them being a beautiful] centre table and centre piece, from; the choir. which goes to show the esteem her acquaintances had for her. They left this Tuesday morning for St. Marys, where they will take up housekeeping. We can assure them that they carry; with them the very best wishes of the community. The choir spent a pleasant evening with them be- fore they left. I The Advance Agent of Pestilence “PLEASE KILL THAT FLY!” . bad irieii(ig,;Lz~1111‘a, in the presence of a score Lm nothing butij near kindred. Rev. .Mr. Young the Varnefv'of the Methodist chu ch, made the oreparing for a glad heart-s one. Af er a dainty new minister2repast, they left on the evening 3 Friday nighnltrain for Hamilton, returning this Mr. Hamp50n Monday evening. We join With [ere 'wil] be re- the many, in wishing them-every everybody is happiness and prosperity. s sis- I Mr. Ed. Embury returned to To- ?ronto on Saturday, after spending :the Week with Mr. and Mrs. W» J. ‘Cook. He is a capital shot, a fine angler, and a splendid speci- men of manhood, besides being a gsplendid fellow. A. DARK BAY HORSE, TWO White front feet, left hind foot White, White spot on nose, and White spot on forehead. Weighs between ten and eleven hundred pounds. A suitable reward will be given for information that will lead to his recovery.â€"Edward Wells, Dromore P. O. At 2.30 on Wednesday" afternoon of last week, in the prettily decorâ€" ated parlor of .Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Reed, of .M’arkdale, Mr. A. G. Blair. of Zion, was happily wedded to gheir yoquest daughter, .Miss Friday afternoon was a most hapâ€" 'py affair. About 350 were pres- ent, quite a number being out from Edge Hill: over from Bunes- san, down from the east, and half the neighborhood from the north. They mingled well. The day was “divinely fair,” the tea and edi- bles extra good, the program pleasing and the races the best ever. The “Currer” prize, of a fine baseball, open to members of the team, was 'won by Tom Cook, in a very hot contest. The booth‘ did a big business, and Miss May Robson deserves special credit for her strenuous work. In the even- ing a we‘ll-contested game of baseball was' played, and there was a big croWd of onlookers. The proceeds of booth and collection amounted to $46. It certainly is "Children’s Day,” as over 85 lined up for the usual candy treat. .M‘rs. Wright having given up the ”post-office, Mr. Geo. E. Peart will assume the responsibility, assisted by his daughter, Miss Mary. Mr. George Henderson had a successful barn raising on Tuesday of last week. It was [all complete before sup-per time. Mr. Brodie had everything in fine shape. Messrs. John Laughlin and Will McNally captained the forces, but the bachelor won over the Wedded man, because the girls cheered his men on. ' Rev. Mr. Wright preached an elo- quent farewell sermon in Zion on Sunday. Lofty the thought, choice the wording, most apt the illus- trations, it was one to be remem- bered. He carries away the high- est respect and esteem oaf Zionites, who wish him every success in his work at Paisley. w-..--.,- w. .-vm ULLU“ aWCxl on Friday, and .Mr. Wilfrid finished writing on his examination the same day, so the old home is a lively gne these days. Miss Myrtle Hunt, accompanied by ‘her friend, .M'iss Coulter, came up from Toronto on Saturday for a brief Visit. A sister of Miss Coulterjs. from .Milverton, arrived v-vv-l M'rjaanVMrs. and family, of Owen Sound, are Visiting .Mrs. T.E. Blair, They arrived on Satur- day. â€"â€".’ Mr. Alex. MeDonald is the guest of his brother, and the McClocklin home, these days. Mr. M.J. Davis is not so well, th_e_se pgst ~f_ey days. Mrs. Boaks, of King township, is spending some happy days with with her daughter, Mrs. Archie Beaton, ir., and other friends. She renewed old acquaintances at Zi_0_n’s picnic. vuâ€"va-ul “J'Vr’luj Mr. and MrsT'Gâ€"ee. E. Peart at- tended the Rei‘d-Patterson wed- ding in Egremont on Wednesday last, and had a most enjoyable time. ‘ Sunday was observed as Flo'Wer Day in Zion. and the congregation responded generously, so there was a varied and beautiful display ‘ILU j 'I' A: v.53» MUN MV1:.7"R(V)V1‘_â€"w"cw Allen la‘tely purchased a fine wagon, and Wesley Hunt a dandy democrat. The weather his _béen ideal of late. A good shower or two now, woyldhdpgbl‘enthq hay crop. On Wednesday niefâ€"ning of last week a baby girl was born to Mr. an_c_i_ Mrs. W_m. Paylor. TRAVERSTON. Last week’s budget didn’t get out in_tim_e_. _so went into the stove. 1.09:, Strayed or Stolen. DURHAM CHRONICLE. The treasurer read his report. ’Total receipts, $22.95; expenditure $17.06. Balance on hand, $5.89. The next place of meeting will be at Fairbairn. Officersâ€"Pres” R. T. Dodds: lst Vice, J. Sinclair: Sec.- Trea., T. J. Stevenson. Officers of the different departments of 8.8. work were also appointed. The fourteenth annual convention of the Egremont S..S Association,‘ was held in the Presbvterianl church here on Friday last. Many‘ r epresentatiV es from diffei ent pa1ts of the township VV'eie pres- ent. The afternoon session was! opened bV' Rev. J. Malcolm con-l ducting the devotional exercises, after VV hich President Christie gave! an address of VVe.lcome Reportsf from all the schools were not giV-E on Those reportinO‘ haVe enrlollcd' 538 pupils, the attendance beinm‘ 6‘2 per cent. of the enrolled. In; the absence of Mr. R. Renwick, of Dromore, Mr. Wm. Allan, took up the subiect of “The relation of the; home to S. S. and church.‘ The speaker considered that the influ- ence of the home had Very much, to do with the future religious life; L. B. Nicholson}; treating his mm to a new metallic roof. D. W. Cameron ahd wife spent the holidays in Owen Sound. u- g5Ah41\_- fiUU“. And while your chief duties were the imparting of secular know- ledge-you never lost sight of the opportunity to develop within us that which constitutes true boyâ€" hood and girlhood, modelled after the Great Teacher. We therefore desire to give ex- pression of our esteem for you in a tangible (form. by presenting you with this parasol, and ask you to accept it, not because of its in- trinsic value, but the expression of kind and loving hearts of your pupils in Holstein. V Signed in Béhhfi' of the school.â€" Viola Cameron, Mabel Reid, Pearl Drumm. Mrs. St. Leger, '01 Toronto, Was also hogleflor a few days. Mrs. Craig came 16 twhwéx glanse on Friday of last week. On Monday she was suddenly stricken with paralysis: yer eqndition is serious. vâ€"_ â€"â€"-vâ€"â€" -w UV“V“UI Mrfand Mrs. \Mchlocklin went to T930113? 9n Monday. Will Doniy ahaâ€""Wife. of River- view, are guests at the home of J. B. and Mrs. Hunt. 3 The closing exercises of the Public school here took place on Thursday afternoon of last week. Early in the afternoon, the child- s'en. teachers and friends betook themselves to the park, and en- }joyed themselves to the fullest .in games, races, lunch, etc. As Miss Swanston had completed her en- gagement as teacher, her pupils recognized her as follows: Dear Teacher,â€"While all nature is rejoicing this lovely afternoon, we, the pupils of Holstein Public school here assembled in this beau- tiful grove, have depressed spirits on account of the ties which bind teacher and pupils being broken by your removal .from our .midst. Such parting always produces sadness, especially when harmonyI andAhe best of feelings pre-vail' among all concerned, which has the past two years. You have been faithful in the discharge of your duties as teacher, always endeavor- ing to promote the very best in- terest of those committed to your care, and while (we, as pupils. were often careless and indifferent. you exercised forbearance and patience doing all for our highest good. Miss Swanston was taken by sur- pmse, but replied in apprematxye terms. ' Mr. and Mrs. Moses, and son, Alvin, were at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Durant, during the holi- days. Mrs. Caxrers; 01f TBEOBEBTE the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Marsh- all. a“; time parsonage. 'Y'nu __7 ‘7 ‘vnlu Miss Lizzie VBi‘Vown came home from Moulton College last week. She has had a successful year, and w_o_ri a few prizes. Miss Ethel Sharp returned Fri- Iay. after a two {weeks’ holiday in Toronto and B_rampton. The Misses Fowler, who have Peer) visitors at the manse for the past two weeks. left for their home OILZI‘hugsday of last week. 5PARAlY8lS BUM- ' PlETElY CURE? 50¢ a box, 6 fm $2.50 trial size, 25c. At dealers or sent on receipt of price by Fruit-a-tives Limited. Ottawa. Truly “Fruit-a-tive medicine. “Fruit-a-tives” not only C1 ternble Constipation, but so ' the nervous system and the health as to completely overc palsy. I then took “Fruit-a-tives” for the Constipation and it not only cured me of this terrible trouble, but gradually this fruit medicine toned up the nerves and actually cured the Paralysis. By the use of “Fruit-a-tives’f, I grew stronger and stronger until all the Paralysis and weakness left me. I am now well again and attend mv store every day. I say “Thank God for Fruit-a-tives” Nothing did nit wretched in event BRISTOL, N. 13., JULY 25th. 1ng “I had a stroke of Paralysis in March 1910, and this left me unable to walk or help myself, and the Constipation ot the Boxfels _was terrible. “Fruit-atives“ cPergnrms hummer Mil-V382? HOLSTEIN me any good and-I was ery way. “Fruit-a-tives” for the 1d it not only cured me Fr 1it-a- tives” ,I grew 'onmer until all the kness left me. agrain and attend my I say “Thank God ALVA PHILLIPS. not only cured the on, but so toned up Jzisa overcome the 1"a wonder p Iul general July 25, July 9 and 23, Winnipeg and Return, $34.00 5 Edmonton and Return, $42.00 P- HOMESEEKERS’ EXCURSIONS ‘ SAULT STE. MARIE. PORT ARTHL‘R AND DOMINION DAY UPPER LAKES Successor to Miss Dick. Propurtionate rates to other pain ts. Return limit 60 days. I wish to intimate that, having purchased the busi- ness recently conducted by Miss Dick, I will endeavor, as in the past, to carry full up-to-date and choice range of everything in Millinery, and Millinery Novelties. I take possession on Monday next, with a complete showing of the latest Summer hats, and prices will always be found moderate. We cordially invite every lady in town and vicinity to call in and see us, whether wishing to purchase or not. 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