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 "'BW^W^^^^P^.Wii -^irai|_y|ii-i, ^-.^..•-'t,iyy\^wf^'^9^i9^'*:-'^-9.' *•â- "" '7^9»is3 (marSMf^ anbav» O. W. Batledge, Proprietor. MAEKDALE, MAY 8, 1890. SCHOOL MATTERS. Another 'week has gone dunng which school site fever ran high, the poise 4ind temperatore both at times above 100. A pnblic meeting of the rat payers on Saturday evening, called by the trustees, for the purpose of select- ing an arbitrator, was largely attend- ed. The ratepayers refused to either organize or appoint an arbitrator but • discussed in an informal manner the •whole question until a late hour when ' "they dispersed, no doubt feeling re- lieved. A trustee meeting was held on Mon- day evening the 5th when all the members were present. An advice from the Head of the Educational de- partment was read, which, together with the decision of the County School Inspector, N. W. Campbell, Esq., who was present, threw new light upon the vexed question, and the snrprismg dis- covery cleared away the mist, the re suit being this, that all the proceed ings in reference to selecting a site and electing a trustee to fill the vacancy were irregular and illegal, consequent- ly the trustees require to commence again, and have determined not to ask •the advice or assistance of the rate- payers in selectmg a site but to pro .oeed at ouca iu the use of their vested .power, and erect the new school on the site selected at the last trustee meeting, viz at the head of Elizabeth ^street near the Methodist church. Although this was not our choice « neither was it the choice of the majority of the people, yet, had the 4)rustee board taken the legal course €rom the start, and exercised their powers as they are now doing, it would have saved an untold amount â- of turmoil wbich has grown inte wide- spread ill feeling against the board. We trust however that the storm is oyer and that the proverbail calm will now set in. Standard Correvxttdenee. The faxmeta around here are pretty well through with their seeding. Mr. Jim Qnillinan hat retomed from Michigan to his home here. A farewell supper was tendered to Mr. Thos. Dulan by a number of his friends assembled at the residence of Mr. John Delaney, on Monday even- ing. A happy and most enjoyable evening was spent, Mr. Dulan left for Toronto on Wednesday, where he intends to reside. During his stay here he has won the respect and estisem of the community, whose best wishes accompany him. His wife and family intend remaining here for a few months longer. Miss Kate McGrade has taken her departure for Hamilton. Arbor day has been "kept" around here, in the way of cleaning up yards, settmg out trees, etc. The sacrament of Baptists, accord- ing to the rites of the Baptist church, was administrated to a number of persons on Sunday afternoon by Bev. Mr. Dunlop. The immersion took place in McLaughlan's creek, and seryics was held at Mr. John Cameron's. Mr, M. Cummings has removed his family to Hamilton. SnnOalk. NOTE AND COMMENT. â€" U. S. Senator Beck is dead, â€" The City of Midland was launch- ed from the Owen Sound Shipyard on Saturday. â€" Lord Stanley received the decree of L. L. D., at the McGill University, Montreal, last week. â€" A snowstorm prevailed in Min- nesota, Wisconsin and Dakota Sunday and is looked upon there as an augury •of good crops. â€" On Tuesday last the Longue Point Lunatic Asylum at Montreal was destroyed by fire. There were 1300 lunatics in the building about 100 of whom perished in the flames. The loss is some $2,000,000. â€"Dr. Gatling, the inventor of the gun that btiirs his name, has invented a torpedo-boat. It has often been charged that doctors kill more than they cure, but it is not every doctor who deliberately sets out to do it. standard Correspondence. The annual meeting of Dundalk Mechanics' Institute was held on Mon* day eyening. It is now an assured success it commences with a mem- bership of 119, and a library of 285 volumes. Mr. Blythe, Conservative candidate for this riding, was in town on Tues- day. He expects to be returned as M. P. P. by a respectable majority over his opponent, Mr. Hunter. Our villagers were surprised on Monday morning to hear, that James Deans, Esq., hardware merchant, had made an assignment for the benefit of his creditors. We have not yet heard what course will be taken. A new post ofSce is being opened on the 8rd line, Osprey the name ot the office is Hatherton, and the postmaster Mr. E. Silley. The merchants have decided to close at seven o'clock every evening, except Wednesdays, Saturdays and evenings before public nnlidays. Graham Co. are preparing to build their fine corner store. C. H. Jewell has begun the erection of his new brick dwelling. Some fine fat cattle were disposed of on fair day. If your baseball club want a brush- ing up, Mr. Editor, our boys will no doubt be pleased to give them an op- portunity. Mr. A. Ivey is the secre- tary, and will attend to the matter. They have not yet had their first practice. Petkb. Editor Standard. DsAB Sib:â€" Being the viotiBi of a painful Mcideut, which ooooired on the Ist iuHt., I regret that I am confined to my room and shall be unable to enter upon the election .campaign at as early a date as my o|ipjnent. I am assured howeyor by my medical a.lviser, that I Bhall be fit for duty, on or before the 15(h lust. I will then h( Id a series of m««t: ingstbronpLont every township m the riding, for the purpose of giving an account of my stewartship and discussing the yital ques- tions, which divide the two political parties of this Province. Believing that the platform so clearly and fearlessly defined by Her Majesty's loyal Opposition, through their able and talented leader. A.. R. Meredith. Q. C, will receive the hearty endorsation of the independent electors of (Jentre Grey as well as the majority of the ridiUKS throughout the Pro- vince. I remain. Yours sinceiely, Joseph Bobex. Clarksburg, Out., May 6th, 18g0. Mabkdale, May 7th, 1890. Editor Standard Sib,â€" Kindly allow space for the following explanation to the ratepayers S. S. No. 1, Markdale, from their representative board of Trustees. We desire to express our regret that, complications and divisions have arisen through our irregular proceedings, in regard to selection of new school site. The trouble has entirely emanated from an incomplete understanding of the strict legal rights theP. S. B possessed as confered upon them by the public school act. We have put the people to c H, OME AMD SEE U^^^^ What we offer you We offer the widest choiceV I fancy. We offer the newest goods, patterns and styles in th '*^»| offer you the best value you ever received. ^^^ \\ RRINTS. 100 pieces, fast colors, 82 inches wide, from 10 cents a yard have marked them low to sell them quick. Seei suckers aud Gin i,"' ^«| 7i cents up. Good washers. '"gMttsm DRESS GOODS In all the now colorings. See our all wool f-ilk finish Henrietta „„, 4 feet wide, black and colored, for less than others are selling the" for. A beautiful line of Plaids, plain and fancy Dress goods at 25 b""^! a special line at 12^ cents, cheap at 20 cents. "i,^] PKRKSOL.S, Long and short handles, from 25 cents up. You will save money by b ' I Parasols from as. Full lines in Gloves, black and colored, extra vafne" Shirtings from 8 cents per yard np, fust colors. We are Bellino Cnft», Walter's Palls. XXLY OAZ. Mr. Jack Neely lost a fine mare recently. Mr. Williaoa Bradley's team took fright and ran away the other day, one of the horses breaking his leg. Mr. James Greenaway has moved Ip the Crawford farm near Berkeley. Now, James, do not be rash If you wish to make a mash. For tho' the boys of LUy Oak May be envious of the joke. They may think yea have no show But they better not to crow For It's evidently your mmd The Bocklyn lass is just the kind McGlNTT. Ladies who are troadled with ronghness of the skia or craved, sboald ke^ a bottle of Parisian Balm in the house. It is dslight- f()Ilr perfam«d and softens, heals •»^aa"fieB the skin. "Epistolarum Commereium." The "Merry Month" cames in with rather disagreeable weather. There is no lack of the "May dew" which an old superstition describes as contain- ing certain properties that will "make you look merry all the year through." Seeding is progressing favorably in this neighborhood, but there is very little growth as yet The ffisthetic inL„jitance of our village are already engaging iu horti- cultural pursuits. Our enterprising mail-carrier of the Meaford route has re-introduced the old-time horn, and favors us with a few "toots'" on the departure and arrival Her Majesly's mail. A taffy.puU was held last week in behalf of the Methodist church, at the house of Mr. Geo. Saunders. Those present report that there was a good swett time. We are sorry to hear that Mr. Wm. Bennie. who was married a few weeks ago, has been dangerously ill with in- flammation of the lungs following an attack of measels. It is hoped he may goon recover. If "The chUd is father of the man" it is evident that in the future Walter's Falls will not be in want "a stem en- forcer of the law." One day last week the five-year-old son of our village constable discovered another little fellow about one year his junior help- ing himself to raisins behind the count- er ol Bounell Bros, store and instantly took him in charga. with the expres- aon "Just come along with me Mr. gng, I gness I'll have to confine yon." Disturbers of the peace had better look out. The quarterly meeting of the Methodist chnreh in this circuit was held at Bognor on Sabbath last, but owing to the weather the attendance was not as large as usool. considerable trouble and some slight expense, which, on full investigation, has revealed the fact that, irregularity has marked the con- vening and organization of the public meet- ings called to arrange for site and election of trustee. We should have come before the people with a selection of our own, and then regularly asked their endorsation or refusal of the same. Again our posters should have been definite on the point, viz., that the meeting was called for the "selection" of a new school site. Having called a meeting to "consider" school site, and to have some aidful expressions from the ratepayers to strengthen any and all proceedings we might take, we had the whole matter entirely taken out of our hands by that meeting.and through certain motions carried there, our rights, powers and privileges were not only com- pletely ignored, but were in an exparte man- ner withdrawn apparently from us so dis- tinctly by the wording of the motions as to nullify any voice one might be properly en- titled to have in the matter. We own up to being beaten so far as majorities go, and also admit that in some ways we were out-general- ed by the superior tactical abilities of those opposed to the unofficial expression of favor we gave to the site situated on the hill. From three sources we are advised that no site has been legally selected. The education depart- ment say so by the school act. The inspector gives us to understand, that the baUot could not be used. The legal fraternity from two sources hold the same opinion. The board have no desire for any trouble, and will sei^ in every way, without stullifying their honest views, to ayoid all pressure towards litiga- tion. We ask the ratepayers willing concur- rence in our futtu-e efforts to furnish ade- quate school accommodation for the section at the very earliest period possible, and if they will grant this without further worry or recriminations, we will endeavor to have our school in finished shape at a very early period. Forbearance and pacific actions should mark every movement of board and ratepayers from now until the day the Min ister of Education pronounces our school open for educational purposes. On behalf of the P. S. B. W.A. BaowN, Sec-Treas. â-  ade at 25 cents, as good as you paj 80 cents for most places, All fuel I Tweed at 85 and 60 cents, beats anything you ever saw. We show 4eb«il line of $1.00 Twfteds for suitings to be found, 40 patterns to choosefrom 1 1 fine Pantiugs and Black Worsted we are doing the trade. IfyonwMl I nobby suit for spring come to us. ' HATS, FELT AND STEAW. We are having a grand sale. Ask eight out of ten town boys "What did you get that Hat?" and they will answer at Mercer's, We haveaspeeiil line just to hand called the "Bazzle Dazsler" which must go fastastbejiB the latest out. Come apd get one. RE AD Y^ MADE CLOTHING for men and boys, all sizes. Boys' suits from §2.00 up. Men's suits fea I $5.00 up. Gents, we have the best line of Pants at $1.50 and §2.75 Ttol ever sat in. If you doubt it try a pair. Waterproof Coats, Over jlaapil bhirts cheap. Two pairs men's Braces for 25 cents. BOOTS AND SHOES. We are headquarters. Men's Plow Boots from $1.00 a pair np. good strong Boots from 60 cents a pair up. Ladies' and children's, allsiii!,! as good as the beet and cheaper than the cheapest. CBOCKERY GLASSWABE. We have the most complete collection m town. We give you the choice and also the best prices. GROCERIES. Our 25 cent Japan Tea is giving great satisfaetiou. Try our 50 eo! I Black Tea, just to hand. Pur^ CoSee, ground ©ut of the bean by ourselyis, the only place you can get it. Thirteen bars Soap for 25 cents. No. IM ing Powder only 25 cents per lb. every lb. guaranteed to give satisfaction or money refunded. Why pay 60 cents? Full stock of Canned go4| Spices, c. We lead in low prices. We give Cash Buyers the best value {mM money. We are never undersold. BUTTER AND EGGS ^WANTED. Thanks to all our friends for past favors. We wish erery body tofaw* that we are giving greater bargains than ever. The bigger you buy the bttfct we can sell. Gome and see us and profit by our barguias. H. Xnpliruia Spxiaff SIiow. The Spring Show ol the Euphrasia Agricultural Society was held at Bock- lyn on Friday, AprU 26. There was a good attendance. The iiorses were fully equal in quahty to those shown last year. They were nearly all of) pure bred stock and made a splendid display in the ring, "Forest Monwch," the young horse shown by Messrs. Miller and Ferguson, was much admir ed, many saying he had the best points of the pure- bred Clydesdale on tlie ground. The following is the prize list STALUONS. Imported Draughtâ€" Ist, W. B Lougheed, "Knight of the Bealm" • 2nd, S. Gilmor, "Oak Branch." ' General Pirpose-.lst, Wm.Pawcett. "Lord Lansdown." Carriageâ€" 1st. Joseph Manarey, •GoldLeaf;'2nd, Sinolar McMurchv "JNed Jefiferson." ' Bloodâ€" 1st, ThoB. McCaroll, "Lex- ington '• 2nd, Haines Bitia^ "St. James." Boadalerâ€" Irt, Jas. Hemry, "Gea- eral Boston." ' Pereheronâ€" 1st, John Bath, •'fiouh Boy." Buy The Best be Happy â- â-  • CFWB|H|E|B|S|.XT|H|B|E[S|H|E|B|S) jff)Si|E® If you are in need of any Implements in your jespective lines just c»u GRAHAM, THE LIVE IMPLEMENT MAN of lrkdale, as he sells for the leading MannfaetorinK Companies of Canada as folio* The Massey Mfg. Co., Toronto, Binders. HarvesterB, Mower* and Snlky B»ke». The Noxon Bros. Hooaier Seed Drills. The Patterson Bros. Spring Tooth Hairows and Plows and Steel Harrows. The Frost fc Wood Spring Tooth Harrows and Solky Flows. Tho Eagle Snlky Goltivator and Seeder. Erie Iron Works, Plows. Wilkinson Pattern. Land RonerP. Scufflers, *«• «.-. |f The Monarch Minnesota Chief and Glunaz Separator, manniactared ny i^" Pherson Horey. of Clinton, Ont. Also the Wateroos Engine Work* Mill Maahinerr. one** BepaiTB always on hand at Trelford's Hardware Store or at T^are-roomi. north of Markdale Honse. BULLS. B.b«i.o. ""• '^^^•^ ' 2 ywra or imaer with Ped%ro» -lt 'â- " '" 2ud, S. Gilmeur, \, John Eaton FARMERS and ULILlM^ ARE USING WITH PERFECT SATISFACTION McColl's ,, CELEBRATED LARDIKE AND CYLINDSRP NONE GENUINE UNLESS BKANIED McOoOl Bros. Co., Sblct by J. :5. TSIBiEJljFOED, UarrU^ 130 nays. Those ^::^m ii^^ttiaiii iiSS^Sb^l^ii^