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•y^ fh^httton M^antz. •'TRUTH BEFORE FAVOR." -- PRiNClPLEb NOT MEN. ?(H.xivi, Ro mt Flestierton, Ont.. Tlmrsday Marcli o t908 W. H. THDBSTON, I'^'^^ii- BOPKIETOB EASTER CARDS CO o CD >»o b ID g o m HO e a. 5 » a 9 u 5 « W. A. ARMSTRONG JEWELLER. Thompson of Rock Mills hos taken the contract of drawing tliirty thousand feet of logs for Ji'O Irwin. Ijuite a contract, wi'h the snoAf three feet deep in the Wooils. Tlie Methodist people of Maxwell cir- cuit havo decided to icDovate the psraon- â- li^c next suinnitT, fence the parsoiiagd ftround.H and otherwise ioiprovo the ap- pearance of tlie placp. ♦^^♦- Paralyzed by Lumbago. M:inu.'il bibor or even light exorcise is â- mpi'ssiblu wi'h 1uii]I)A|{0. The mUHclos stitfeii ou*^ like steel â€" to move means agony Only a powerful remedy can p»;n- e'Tdt'j deep enout;h to help. The suresC relief comes frm rubbiiip; in Kerviline. Ii sinks into the very root of the trouble I â€" penetrntra where an oily liaiment cau- not (JO. To prevent lumbairj returning, put on a Net'viline Porous Plaster which rrmoves iufi»mation and strain from the ' muscles and acts as a i{uard from draotchts and exp.)8ure.. Nothing will so quickly cure a4 these remedies. All dealers sell Pwlst.n's Nerviline and Nerviline Porous ' Plasters. Refuse all substitntes. PRICEV ILL II iM 'Vi' McFARLAND & CO. MAEJKDALE ONTAKIO Stone Settlement Those who lore the b«uitiful have certainly had an ample supply of it this winter, and should it take a Ueet de- parture when it starts, floods and and damages may be expected. Mrs. Ed. Sewel ot Sluggit, Sask., •pent a few days with relatives in this Dei){hborhood. She left Markdale on Tuesday List on her return home, uc- coiopaiiied by her mother, Mrs John Hazz-trd, who intends to make her resi- dence there. Permam-nt. It may be so. Since returning from Dyre's Bay, Mr. Oarvis Uazzard has bad the misfortune of losing both bis horses. One died about three weeks ago from heart disease, the other, cauEo unknown. This is a most serious loss to Gervis. as he has a lar^e family, on a rented farm, very poor crops lust year and without means to work the farm this year, bc«idcB beini; tbiown out of his winter's work at Dyer's Bay, by broken ribs, verifying the old saying, that misfortunes never comes singly. Mr. Henry Stone had the misfortune to get h badly cut font while working in the busb about two weeks ago, but glad to say he is boi{inniug to get around again. Mr. Charles Bellamy was around these quarters last week inforniiug the people just what they were worth, or, as near as he could conjecture, leaving them vouch- ers for the same. He generally gets very inquisitive about this time of year, docs Cuacley. Miss Lavina Hazztrd started for Wiattoc on Wednesday last, whrre she has been re-eng'k,zed with a former em- ployer, but on rcHching Ceylon was in- formed that the trains were snow-bound. Consequently, she postponed her departure ' until a more favorable opperlunity for ti-svelling presents itself. Mr. Thos. Irwin attended his mother's funeral last week. ^Ve are informed that Miss Roaina Robinson is this week serving her con- nection wiih the Hou.sH of Refuse staff. Miss Robinson eugsgedat the insii'ution • short time after it whs foimely opened •iid has remained there ever sinco and gained the esteem and contidence of the managers, who on Christmas last, pres«nt- ed her with a lady's handsome gold watch as a slight token of their appreciation of her cimliiiuous and faithful service. We understand that indisposition was the occasion uf her severance from the staflf uf the bouse. loth Line Osprey Intended for last week. Mr. Roberc Biowiiridgp, Areola, Sank., who has spent the winter months visiting friends in this part, returned to Areola On TueNday liu't. Mr, and Mrs. Harry Horton of Colling- woud spent a few days last week visitiirg ' the lattor's parents at " Fairview Farm.''' Mr. Joseph Irwin has sold his farm to! Mrs. lasac Huwton of the 12th line, and ' Mr. Irwin will reside on the farm bej purchased from George Ellis last ye.ir. | Mr. Jos. liwiii has men engaged to cut \mn tifty thouRHiid feet of logs on the jBllis farm and imonds to have his sawmill ranHJiig on the farm owned by John P<m>1 At the corner (>f the tenth sideroad on the ^ lOtb line, in a xhoit time. The reinsihS of the late Christopher Johnatin, formerly of Collingwond, were laid HI rest in Bethel cemetery on Tues- day last. Mr Shell on Heron of Eugenia spent Buoday at 'he parental home. yj^p understand that Mr. Joseph East Mountain. j Mr. Alex Carruthers keeps the mad op<m with his snow-plow, which is just I the thing this winter. I Miss Tens Williams of 12th line, visit- ed at k. MnMuUeu's last week. Miiton Neil has Geo. Kaake of Duncan I hired drawing Iigs. Mr. W allaca Graham is moving to his farm on the 12th. I Miss Mary Stafford has just returned from a two week's visit at Heathcote. Arthur Smith of Craigleith spent last ' week at Mr. Hugh Waltou's Another old pioneer in the perstm of 51r. Samuel 'tumor passeu away last week. The funeral took place on Mon- day. Miss Lizzie Stafford is visiting her sister, Mrs. Baker, of Yandeleur. Is Your Throat Husky? This is the Hrst step towards Catarrh. Gvurythinp dependa on your luuiedy. A cough mixture slips quickly over iKe weak spots, drops iutu the stomach and does little but harm digestion. It's altogether different with Catarrhozone â€" it cures be- cause it if,eta right at tho trouble. You inhale Catatrbuioue, breathe in the vapor of healing balsams that restore the wesk throat tissues. You'll nut have colds, or coughs, â€" Throat Trotiide and Catarrh will disappear with the uve of Catarihozoue. At all dealers, 25c and 91.00. Get it to- day, Ceylon The trains are sgaiii running and we are beginning to hope wo have had the last blockade. Mrs. W. J. [.jiwrence and her brother, Ernie Sproat, have returned to their home in Alberta after spending several weeks with their parents and other friends in thip locality Miss Jean Collinson has returned to Turouto to resume her occupation there. Mr. and Mrs. Jamea Mills are visiting friends in Melancthon. Mr, and Mrs. Werry, after spending some weeks with their daughter, Mrs. Neely, have returned home, ai.d Mr. Thomas Neely in spending a short time with his son, Willain. R. J. Brodie has returned from Gnld- stnne atat:on, where be h<id been iu the employ of Hay Bros, Robeit looks well and we understand has none good seruice for his employers, who want biin for an- other sewon. Messrs. Cook and Hemphill started for Toronto to attend the Alliance couven- ti->n last week, but on account :>f the Btorni were not able to get there. Mr. H. ro'iched Shelburne but had to return. Mr. Cook stayed with his stock and irot there, but was not able to attend the convention. Master Win. Sargent has returned home, not being able to secure employ- ment iu Toronto. Our worthy teacher. Miss Wilson, went to Durham on Saturday to visit frieiido, but was Rtornistayed and did not got back until Monday afternoon. D. D, McLachlan is making prepara- tions for building a new h<itel on t{ie old site here. This will make the third house uf public accommodation for thi.s villaite. We are sorry to have to report thatMr. Andrew Rutledse is atill very low. The immense snowdrifts have increased with Sunday's wind and snow storm. Eight or nine ciu-penters ars busy at the C. P. R. station buildings. Mrs. Foy, north of the village, had a successful sale on Feb. 20. We understand the C.P.R. has offered Mr. James Brander 8150 for his injuries in the Caledun wieck. Mr. B. haa not fully recovered from his injuries yet. Mr. James Reid and son, William, have been busy for some time getting bam timber squared at McLeod's mill. Reeve MuLr and D. Harrow were the delegates t<j the Fairs Association at To- ronto recently. On the 24th we met John A. McMil- lan, councillor of Glenelg, returning to Toronto, where he has been doorkeeper at the parliament buildings during the nession. John w.is up attending the funeral of hia brother, Alex., at Pomona. Mrs. Cameron of Bunnessan passed away, and her funenj proceeded to the village cemetery here on the 18th. De ceased was 85 years of age and one of the pioneers of Glenelg town-thip. Rev. J A. Mutheson officitited. Diedâ€" Feb. 24, Mr. John Cameron of Durham, in his TUth year. Mr. Cameron formerly kept a geuunil store in Price ville for a number of years, and while in business here married a MLss Henry of Egreinont, who stu-vivea hiiii. Deceased w;is a native of luvuinews, Scotland, and since be retired front business he has been sever;il years travelling in connec- tion with trade jouruals published by his nephew, Lt.-Col. McLeuu of Toronto. Mr. Sinn McDermid of south-east Glenelg, who has been in a Toronto insti- tution over a year, is now home again, and seeius to bo R>stored to his normal health of mind and body. The otliccrs of PriceviJle Lodge, A. O. U.W., for 1908: Muster Workuian, H. McEachem ; Foreman, John A. Mc- Donald : Overseer, H. R. McLean ; Re- corder, W. W. Watson ; Financier, T. A. Ferguson ; Treas., Jos. Aiueeni ; Guide, A. D. McLe<Kl ; I. W., A. D. McKinnon; O. W., John Weir ; Rep. to grand lodge, Robert Vause. The senior department of our public school, under the charge of Principal Morrison, held a school concert last Fri- day afternoon. The program consisted of a debate, "City or country life," songs, recitations, and club swinging. Our res- ident clergymen were present and a eoodly uumber of citizens from village and vicinity, who listened to a well ren- dered program and went home well satis- fied at the performance of the amateurs. Kioiberley Now is the Time to Procure Your Wants at Bargain Prices. The Kimberley branch of the 0. W. I. â- net at the liotne of Mrs. A. £' Myles, Springbruok farm.on Thursday afternoon Feb, 27. The subject, Sewing and Ex- change of Patterns, was discussed by must of those present. It was decided to buy ma'erial wiih the Institute funds to make clothing to send to the destitute cliilireu in Tonmto. Altogether a very enjoyable, as well as, profitable time was spent by all present. Next meeting to be held at the homo of Mrs John Plewis on March 26. Roy Fawcett of Hcti'hcot^ spent Sun- day evening at the home of Mr. Rufus Wickens. Thos. Soula of Egypt, was a vi-itor ar Donald Wallace's on Sunday las:. Lewis Pioctor of Yorkton, Assa., is the guejit of his brother, Geo. Proctor of this place at present. We are sorry to report Mr. Hugh Hammond on the sick list but h.ipe he will soon be able to be around again. It is expected that oil drilling will be resumco next week. Mrs. Eiwerd Baker of Vandeleur, was the guest of her sisttr, Mrs. W. E. Fawcelt during the past week. Misa May Wicktns of Fle-shcrton spent Sunday at her parental home here. Mr. and Mr*. Warren Louxheeu.latc of B. C, visited fiienda hcie recently and w ere the guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Carruthers. Lyiiess Fawcett visited in Markdalo on Sunday last. Mr. William Lawrence visited Puwaasan friends, recently. Cause of Stomach Troubles. ' When a man has tn>tible with his !«tumach yon may know that he is eating more than ha should or of some article of f nod or drink nnt suited to bis tge or occupation, or that his bowels are habitually constipated. Tsks Cbainberliiin's Sioniach and Liver Tablets to regulate the bowelxand improve the digestion and see if trnnble does nut disami^nr. Ask tor a frse sMopls. Sold by W. E. Richaidwn, SiMclallat â- â-  iHseMM ot tks Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat OMlce 1 3 Froet St. - O-tsfeneound At the Markdale house, Markdale, 1st Friday tuck month from 8 to 12 a. m. The New Goods are arriving daily and weVe anxious to mak6 room for them, hence we must reduce stocks, particularly where sizes are broken, etc. Our plan for reducing stocks quickly is to reduce the prices as follows: 23 Men's Suits to Clear at $4.50. 23 only .Men's Suits, consisting of medium and dark fancy domestic Tweeds and Blue Senses in single and double breasted style of coat. Not many of any one pattern but all sizes in the let. Their mates were sold at from 87.00 to $8.75 pet suit. Now you can have your choice of the lot, to clear, for $4.50 25c Curtain Lace for 15c. 58 yards Fine quality White Net Curtain Lace, 30 inches wide, with lace insertion and frill on one side, regular value 25c a yard, while it lasts only per yard . . 15c 68c Table Linen for 4yc. Regular 68c yard, half bleached, double damask Table Linen, full 62 inches wide j reduced for this week per yard 4!1c j .. i Lumbermen's Heavy Rubbers Reduced. This week we put on sale what we have left in the following lines of Lumbermeu's Heavy Rubbers. "Theres not many of a kind hut if your sise cannot be found in one line you are sure to find it in the others. Reg. $1.60 one buckle heavy rubbeis for per pair 1.25 Keg. $2.25 tbreo lace hole, Kant Krack, rolled edge and heel for 1.75 Re?. 2.76,eitra laced, Kant Krack, rolled edge and heel for 2.25 14 Men's Overcoats to Clear at $7.50 14 only Men's Overcoats, regular $10 00 and 10.50, in fine quality black and blue heaver and milton cloths iu spring weights and made in the correct styles for •.his season. If you come this week you can have any one of these handsome costs for 7,50 100 doz. Fancy Plates for 60c dozen. 27 dozen Fancy Decorated Plates in assorted colors. Breakfast and dinner sizes only that were selling at Sl.UO per dozen, while they last your choice per dozen 60o 60c Top Shirts for 42c. 45 only Slen's Dark lancy Top Shirts made of heavy shirting flannellette and all sizes, U^ to 16^. We're putting these 60c shirts out on bargain counter for each 42c McFARLAND 81 COMPANY CEYLON'S NEW STORE LOOK LOOK! LOOOK ! Big Drop In Flour! We are selling tbe remainder of our flour at wholesale prices to make room for later arrivals. Ogilvies Royal Household only $6.00 a barrel. Ogilvies Glenora $5.60 a barrel Manitoba Patents . $5 70 a barrel Strong Bakers $5.10 a barrel O. K. Family $4. 70a barrel Rolled Oats â€" «3.00 a sask 13i.aa $1.35 a liundred Sborts $1.40 a hundred Oil Cake $:?. 00 a hundred GROCERIES â€" Our groceries are the freshest and cheapest in town. Fully guaranteed or money refunded. Granulated sugar only $165 a hunched.â€" BOOTS, SHOES AND RUBBERS To clean out our winter supply we are selling at cost, Ceylon's Leading Merchants COr^I^IM^ SON BBOS. On Monday morning, about 8 o'clock, a very disas'rous lire oC' urred on tho premises of Mr. W. H. Davis, 6th lino, Notts wasiga. when his big batn was Idtidly destroyed by fire. The fire started in a very ^â- trange way. It appiars that Mr. Davis was exauiining some pipes ihar convey wafer to his bouse from a tank in the barn, and thinking that the pipes were dry, he climbed up to the lank, which was built in thn hay mow, and taking a lantern with bim, proceeded to atcertain how l>iw the water was. On opening the small covering on top of the tank he thrust the lantern in, when, all of a sudden, a stream of blue flame, like ignited gas, fliew fMm the rank up along the side of the hay, setting tire it it. Mr. Davis endeavored ro put thoblaie out with hia hands. Beiug alone he ju.npe<l from the mow to ge* • pail t>> thniw water on it, bur it h-id Kiiiiiuit too much hfadwKV. Mr. Davia suocued.'d in getting idl hiB stock wnd horses out of the siabl.-. bis loss will h« quite hrfnvy as the barn was one of the finest ill Nott«wa«wii;«, bema 100 l.y 40, and coiit.tiiiied 20 t<'n« of hav, 100 Him, oatH, 200 Imis, l)arley, 50 hus. o^as. and \ (pi'iniiiy of lini'i'hy and clover sefd. H" ais> 1 'St hn fiir-n implemcnla, Mn Davis only carried $900 insurance iu all, and hia lost is i-smnated at over |3,S00. â€" Stayner Sua. .Isinvs Milter of Anial>el s<-l<) hO Aititnal affl ced with luinpjaw to an 0«rn 8vanll butcher. He w.ia It-t off by refiindina the money and paying a fine of fo •at cotts.