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March *J6 1914 THE ADVANCE ./ . f The STANDARD BANK of CANADA STATEMENT CONDENSED From Report to Dominion Government, 31st Jan., 1914 RESOURCES Cult on hud and in Central GoURewnrc and Note* and Cheque* of other Bank. .$7.915.545.95 Government Depoul to secure Cucul.lion .... 130.00000 Due by Bank. .... 610,623.02 Government, Municipal and othei Debeoturei . . . 2,540.277.52 Call Loan* on Bonds, etc. . 2.659.645.86 A*et* immediately available $13,856.092.35 Loan, and Dwounti . .30.664,507.41 Liability under Letterj of Cm&paContia . . 10*968.37 Bank Pretnue*. Freehold, Head Ofice and Brancke* 1.053.505.51 . . . . 66.919.14 $45.749.992.78 LIABILITIES ..... Reterve Fund. Surplu* Profc* and Rebate of In Bilb discounted Dividend. Note* in Circulation $2,860.240.00 . 3,901.434.57 92.579.23 . 2,652.643.00 ..... 35.018.592.10 DuetoBaalu .... |.| 15,535.51 Acceptance* under Letter* of Credit ..... 108.96637 $45.749.992.78 C. P. R. Time Table. Trains leave Flesherton Station as follows : Going South Going North 7.43 a. in. 11.41 a.m. 4.17p.m. 9.12p.m. The mails are osed at Fleshci ton a.s ollows : For the north at 10.40 a. en. and 7 p.m. ; and the afternoon mail south an 3.40 o'clock. For morning train south mail close at 9 p.m. the previous ev'g Miss Teressa Mooru of Hawkentone ii visiting her cousin, Mr. Robert Moore. Mr. Lye of Toronto waa up one d*y last week tuning the pipe organ in the Methodist church. It ia more toney now. Mr. Cluis. Stewart took his Sunday school class out to Mr. A. Gilchriit'i on I Friday evening l.iat for a frolic and they I enjoyed themselves thoroughly. On Wednesday evening of last week about thirty-five friend* of Miss Allie 1 Wilcock met at the horns of Mrs. U. H. Moore and held a miscellaneous shower for the bride to be. Miss Wilcock re- Mi.ss Eltie Thompson returned home j cuived many useful and eipensive gifta VICINITY CHIPS Saturday after visiting .Toronto friends. Dr. Middlebro of Owen Sound visited with his cousin, J. J. Thompson. and showers of good wishes. A very jolly evening wi spent by the young | ladies present. Mrs. 4. E. Webstei of Toronto visited j with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. K. Richardson, over the week end. A robin serenaded The Advance for i the first time this ye.tr on Saturday las'. : We are glad to welcome the arrival of; these tinging grub-killeia once more. The News has published a splendid picture of the Borden cabinet suitable for framing, which it presents free to each yearly subscriber. Subscriptions taken t this office , Mies Jennie Hale of Feversnam, school. The Surveyors Are Back On the Job Again The electric railway surveyors who left the survey of the line from here to Owen Sound to take up some work in south- western Ontario, returned to town on tne Munshaw house. They will spend I three or f ur d "J 8 nere making another { survey from Saugeeu Junction to this ... . ." , . .... . ., village, after which they will take up 'he teacher at Maplo \ alley, died of pneu- , . . .* _ . , . ! survey where it was left off at Markda le, moma and ht>ait failure ou Friday last. I , ' _ _ _ ' i and proceed to Owen Sound. The funeral took place at Feversham on Monday afternoon. Miss H.le was a After the surve y to Uwen Suund '" niece of Mr. R. J. Sproule of this place, j '""'pleted they will ba back here again i to take up the Collmgwood survey, and The VV. I. are bavins; MISB Co ins of j 1 expect to be in this vicinity for several lorontc, demonstrator in sewing nere on i , Friday, April 3rd, at 2.30 o'clock, p. tn., to arrange for a sewing class. She will meet the ladies in the high school, and all who are interested are invited to attend. Mr. Albert Blackburn of Ruck Mills in the happy owner of a ewe that is a money , maker for him. In the past four seasons Nanny has presented her owner with eleven lambs, and has raised every one The Public Library The Board met on Saturday evening, March 7, and for the convenience of ; rural subscribers agreed to open the li- brary iu the afternoons uf Wednesday and Saturday from 3 to 5 p.m. A iravelliug library will be of them. She i - of a Leicester persuas- ion. At the assizes last week Alex. Stewart of Garryuwen sued Oliver Gibbons of Meaford for 85000 for assault and bodily i injury shortly. This will consist of fifty or sixty books, some of which will be recent works -on domestic science, fiction, non- ucliou and books for boys and irls. Subscriptions come in slowly, but it is hoped all public spirited citizens will Oliver struck Stewart with a,, ... , . . j . . , I help to develop a taste fur reading among ; stick turn knocked him senseless. ,. .. : our people. All will agree that He has bince ben subject to epileptic \ ( _ ( 3 u . nis. The jury awarded Stewart 91000. success for our town iu s not so much iu taking whac we can out of it, but putting some- Messrs. D. McTavish, Reeve, and VV. i thing into it. Our bdiools and churches A. Armstrong left yesterday on the big j are crediUble indued, but even these delegation to Ottawa to ask the govern. J become enigmatical if we should prcve a meut for a subsidy to electric ry. Their ! nou-reading public. So much did th appointment was made at a special meet- j Bo*rd fefl the necessity of forward ins; of the village council held Tuesday movement in increasing the library read- evening of Ust week. The Council j iug constituency and making provision donated five dollars towards expenses lot for it that canvwsero for membership tha Great Waterways Uuicn. have been appointed to cover the wholu The monthly meeting of the W. I. will | territory. Appeals will possibly bo made be held iu tho liiijh school on Wednesday, > to the township council. Women's Insti- Apiil 1st, at 2.30 o'cljck p. m. Papers will be given on, ''How to treat our teachers," by Mrs. Thurstou. and "How to make our Institute useful, interesting and entertaining," by Mrs. W. Boyd. Everybody is invitei to attend this meeting. Mr. Jacob Lever came forward un Sat- urday with what we believe to bo the first maple syrup uf the season. Mr Lever remembers each year that The ' Advance has a. sweet tooth and the jnr j sent in on Saturday was a prime article derived from the lordly maple during the warm spell of n week ago. Mr. Levtr has nur warmest thanks. The entertainment given by the ladies of the Methodist church last week was a pronounced success from all points of tule, Agricultural Socieiy, and even our schoolboards and churches fur linuucial | aid, aud in this important effort the Buard solicits criticisms of the moral wurth of books passing iuto the hands of its readers. Wo are anxious for a clean, wholesome library. Rand iu your name before the new books coute. Get your neighbor's subscription also aud our treasurer will be good enough to throw ten per cent, off your own. A. F. & A. M. At Home To Their Many Friends Prince Arthur Lodge, A. F. and A.M . were at home to their friends on Friday evening of last week in the assembly hall of the high schoul. The hall was taste- fully decorated and homelike. After spending some time in games aud other amusements a very interesting program waa (riven and thoroughly enjoyed by all present. The following assisted in the program : Mr*. Blackburn, Miss Trim- ble, Misa Irene Wilson, Master R. N. Cornfield and Heib. Sullivan of Flesher- ton, and Mrs. Armstrong, Miss Brown, Miss Plewes, Miss Clarke and Bro. Geo. Thompson of Markdale, whileJP.M. Bor. M. K. Richardson occupied the chair in his usual pleasing manner. It is need- less to say that every cumber was greatly appreciated by all. After this part of the evening'* entertainment had been completed the guests repaired to the din- ing ball where elaborate preparations hod been made. The tables appeared very inviting and a dainty repast was served. After satisfying the cravings of the inner man, games, etc . , were resumed for some time, and the singing of Auld Lang Syne brought the entertainment to a close. Quite a number uf Brothor Masons ai.d their ladies from Markdale were present. The lodge here is to be congratulated on the success of the At Home. Honor Rolls Report of S. S. No. 13, Artemesia for Februaiy. Sr. 4 W. Latimer, C. Parks.K. Haw- ked. Jr. 4-W. Armstrong, W. McMaater, W. Walker. Sr. 3-E. PurvU, M. Park, X. Will- iams. Jr. :J-h. Haiit-y, G. Wilson, M. Haney. 1 P. McMaater, P. Latimer.I. Hauey M. Duckett, M. McKee, L. Weber. Jr. 1 A. Pedlar, M. Fenwick, R. Lenton, J. Williams, E. Williams. B H. Williams, S. Morgan. C. Will- iams. Average attendance 23. M. G. McMullen, Teacher. One of the most interesting facts in connection with the recent eruption of Sakurnjima, in Japan, is that earthquake shocks were strongly registered in Eur- ope at the time of the shocks which attended the eruption, and caused so much damage in the neighboring city of Kagoshima. According to C. Daviion, who discusses the xubject in Nature, Urn is the first time ilvtt A volcanic earth- quake has been recorded across an entire continent since the horizontal pendulum was adapted for .seismogrnphic purposes. Volcanic earl hi|U;iko as a rule are de- cidedly local, indicating that the seat of the disturbance is at a very moderate depth in the earth. ^/rS?;>?5?sSrSr^M?^^ HILL BROS., - HARKDALE. -T r Millinery Opening To be held Thursday, March 26th, to Saturday, March 28th Ellens-ire preparations, under the supervision of Miss Peterson, have been made for this display. Fashionable new hats in splendid array have been gathered from the fashion-centres. The newest aad best of the season's Millinery styles will be on exhibition, and the showing will be of unusual interest and importance to every woman in Markdale and surrounding country. WE CORDIALLY INVITE YOU TO COME. Smart New Spring The New Suits for Women So many different styles are here that every woman can choose from this assortment precisely the Spring Suit that pleas?* her best of any of the season's styles. May be had in blue, black, tan, eray and black-and- white checks. The price-range is sufficiently broad to take every purse into consideration. $10, $12.50, $13.50, $15, and $22.50 SMART FURNISH. INGS FOR MEN Spring Corsets SPECIAL VALUES IN SPRING SHOES Socks are complete and offer all sorts and styles of Good Shoes at attractive prices : WOMEN'S SHOES in Pat- ent, gunmetal, tan, calf, and vici kid leather. All sizes and good lasts. Regularly $1.50 and 15, special at $3.98 MEN'S SHOES, medium weight, black or tan leathers; nailed or stitched soles. Elkskin vamp and tip. All sizes. A special value $2.85 The best of the new spring Furnishings are here furn- ishings that well-dressed men will be glad to owu. HATS New spring velour and flue Felt hats, in black, brown, greeu and steel. Special value at ... ....$1.50 MEN'S SHIRTS in plain colors aud stripes : soft collars. Special values ac $1.00, 81.25 and $1.50 Corsets that are comfortable, yec so well made that they will mold your 6gure into the most fashion- able lines: LOT NO. 1. One of our best Corset values, in white only, with two suspenders. Price 75c. LOT NO. 2. This U Corset No. 110 a new Spring model that is very special value at $1.00. LOT NO. 3. This lot embraces a clean-up of all re" maiuing Winter Corsois that sold at $1.75 to $2.85 at the remarkably low price of $1.48 NEW SERGE DRESSES In tau, navy, Copenhagen, black and brown. Values up to $10, special at $4.05 NEW SPRING WAISTS In lawns and cotton voiles, ranging in price from SI .00 to ....$2.75 WALL PAPER New spring wall papers, in all colors and designs, rang- ing in price from 12\ U> 50c. per double roll- i Sea display iu our window) HILLBROS, MARKDALE I H HI II ^ Odds and Ends > ARTICLES FOR SALE Fur Sale Cheap young driving mare, about 'KiO pounds, or would exchange for good driviuu horse about 1100 pounds. Apply to R. J. Sproule, Flesh- urton. Jan. '2'2 Two Jack Screws ti rent. Apply R. J. Sproule, Flesherton. Legnl Blanka For Sale R. J. Sproule keeps constantly ou hand aud for sale cheap 11 full stock uf Deeds, Mortgngos, Wills and all other leal blanks. Any requiring such will tind it to their inter- tst to give him H call. Died Gordon Suddenly, of pneumonia, at her late home, 73 Grange avenue, Tuvon- to, on Wednesday morning, March 18, Mary Jane Kerr, beloved wife uf Alex- ander Gordon, in her C3rd year. She view. Supper was served from 6 to 8, leaves husbnnd and devoted daughter after which a choice and high class pro- t o gram was given consisting of quartets, Miles, violin solos by Miss Hulse,rending, duet, and one or two short addresses, mourn their sad loss. Interment took place in Prospect cemetery. She was a sister of the late Mrs. Bowerman, who predeceased her only a few hours. everything having an emerald tinge. | They are restiiiR side by side to await Those who were present pronounced this t i)e resurrection morn. Two sisters are one of the best entertainments ever given | the only survivors of the family Mrs. lames Purvis, who is so well and favor- ably kuown at Eugenia, and Mrs. Col- person. The many friends at Eugenia their ftyinpathies. here by strictly local talent. The pro- ceeds were quite satisfactory sonio $35, we believe. On Thursday afternoon the Methodist Sunday School turned out nearly one hundred strong, and were treated to a sleighride. The Presbyterian Sunday School also took their annual sleighride j Came to the premises of th , the same day . Although the diy was ' '"& 3> l ' 011 - 1& <pry. off and on for some />^t,l n, , i mimths, one two- voftr-old heifer. The owner >ld. the youngsters enjoyed themselves , i(1 reqlltfate(l ^ ,; r ovc pr.jwrty, iuy txpenw. heartily. After tho drive tho children t and tnit it nwny. were treated to luncheon at tho churches. ' Win. Smith, Kixrcuia P.". U.K. No. I CAME ASTRAY For sale cheap and on easy terms. Lot 13, coi. U, Osproy, 110 ncres. This is a tirst class farm and iu a gaud sUte of cultivation. Good Lank li.ini &nd new frame dwelling. Apply to R. J. Sproule Fleshorloii. MISCELLANEOUS Lost between Flesherton and Cey'on. swival snatch block. Finder please communicate, with B. \Velton, Fli-sher- touP. 0. Chopping every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday Marshall Koiton, Max- well. Colt for S*le Heavy draught mare, rising ,'5 yean. A. Catner.>n, Eugenia P.O. Lost between K. J. Sproule's office and or in the Methodist church, Flesher- l PH. MM theni^hl of Dr. Cleaver's lecture 1 left-hand Mat ta Buck Glove. Finder will be rewarded by returning it to R.J. Siirotile Fleeherlnn. The Mnple Glen Creamery of Markdtile wishes tu thank nil patrons for past support, and solicits a continuance for next Benson, also any new patrmiN who would favor it with a tvinl. Pay and statement every two weeks. A personal call will bo made, if possible in the n> nr future. Wanted lnre second hand box heat- ilia stove, must l>e cheap anil on reason- ably Rood condition. - Apply to H. J. Sproule, Flesherton. Jsn.22 32000 privHte funds to loan on farm mot linage security HI lowest rates of iu. (crest. Apply R. J. Sproule, Fleslieiton W. L WRIGHT FLESHERTON New Millinery Establishment in Flesherton W. L. Wright has pleasure iu announcing to his lady friends and general public that he will hold his tirst Villiueiy Opening on Friday and Saturday, March 25tU and 26th with a large and choice" stock of new 'nd fashionable millinery consisting of hats copied from London. Paris and New York Pattern hats, equal 111 quality of material, a: one-fourth the price. Everything in millinery materials and trimmings. Silks, satins, flowers, feathers and ornaments. ANEW ECONOMIC DESIGN A hat made to do service of four hats iu four distinctly different, Styles. IT IS ALL IN THE WAY YOU PUT IT ON No need to go past Flesherton for Millinery. Turee good millinery establishments the last, not the least in extent variety or attractiveness. Ladies all invited to come. You have not seen all the nicest things until you have steu this steck. IT :MIGMEST PRICES PAID FOR PRODUCE: NEW BARBER SHOP Tim undersigiK-J has opened a barber shop in the brick block over the post- office, where I will bo prepared to inert as many of my friends us can make it convenient to call. Give me a call when you want a hair cut or shave. Razors honed. CHAS. HOY, - Prop. Bull for Service Purebred shorthorn bull, ' Aberdeen Kyvio 8,000 for service on lot 2!),S.S. K.. Artemema. Terms $1.5<i for grades. Pure bred i-ows ?:i.OO. Pure bred Tamsworth lug for service un tho above lot. Terms -$1.50 for all niiinmln. Served mut be 1- iid for. W..J. Meads SPRING TKKM Monday, March 30ih. Our Clubbing List The following price;) are for strk-tly Daid in advance subscriptiunsonly. Wo have no acoouuts with other papers. Klesherton Advance f I 00 Youths Companion 200 Toronto World, daily 3 00 OWEN SOUND, ONT., Every graduate guarantoud a l S?g position. * :<.'! Sucesful Years.. 2? I ,>irge Staff of Specialists! ^cindvidual instruction. ^Practical Department. ^MHtTforinalum free, C. A. FLEMING. F. C. A., jjp Principal. ftl?G- D. FLEMING Secretary. OWEN SOUND ONTARIO Toronto Daily News ...... 1 Weekly Globe Mail-Emutie VnmQy HentM & Toronto Star .............. 1 Sun . . .......... 50 90 75 90 50 90 Finwers Advoaata .......... 1 .">0 Wekly WUneM ............ 90 3 00 90 Home P(nilry Newn . . : Poultry Keview Rod and Gun magaxine 40 !) The Advance to now subscribers for the balance of this year for only 50 oonte. Now hurry up.