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a . rin Che Excelsior Rink will be open cating ti thy and to-morrow | rempe bine Exeeutiv :

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at 8 . 1. D. Mcleol’s Hall, - , APER i ‘inp Canada’s . sale at the Diamond Book ‘ ibsecriptions will also be taken. ° . I \\ During last night the ther omet feral » two below zero ‘and at lorning registered five above. —_ Miiume Co The atten is called to the advertisement : ; town Milling C i n he} ( ‘ etown Milling Co,, in anothe! -~ COURT Isaac Henderson was the

ender before His Honor this year. He

\\ signed this forenoon and fined $2 for bein x o NAL.—Hon. William Richards, Bide atthe Davis \. C. Macdonald, hisq., Mon Agu is at a ’ - o ‘ W eLI (ma yy lle’s Almana ior | sent vear is ha ing a larg sal We ise any WhO may yet be without a copy to secure one immediately sits onesie pI 1RY \lexa ie! M Kay died at Bal | Mills, Col on Christmas Eve, in t o0th tnt He was brother De. D. ich imerside = NI LIBRARY Mr. @ Dh Morrisey, | ‘ ,oam Re vl Ss Hoeol, has purchas- library at the Diamond Book- scholars in his department. SUPREME CowURT The Supreme Court 1eets iuesday next The most import int imilnaicase is that of the young man Millman, charged with the murder of Mary Tus . > lue Bertprixne Boom.—There are over 150 yuses building at Spring Hill Mines, N. 8., sting 1 average of over $600. Not too ud for atown t could boast of nothing it ti > 5 5 é m L. & S. [ystire1 Phere will be no meet- ing of the Literary and Scientific Institute this week. On Thursday of next week Mr. \. E. Morrison will read a paper. The sub ect will be announced in due time. > {( HRISTMAS Ts ANKS. The Rev. d. Hutchi- Ss begs to tender his warmest thanks to the kind friend who sent hima handsome Christmas g ind signed himself: ‘* Yours very sincerely 1887. Many thanks. > S) D> Court.—The City Small Debt { was session this forenoon, There are about twenty-five cases on the docket. After hearing several of them the Court rdjo ed until Friday next at ten o'clock in a Progressive Picrov. The progress made

y towns in Pictou County last year has been unparalleled in the history of the County. ; rbout :p ypulation of 0 O00. The

Four have amount spent in building operations last sea-

S00 Was iarge a \ Untove Verpict.—Says an exchange: \ man in a Western town hanged himself to | post by his suspender. The coroner's

deceased came to his ind mistaking

ry decided that ‘* the leath by coming home drunk rilii se if ior his pants é

Italian at Mansfield,

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a pair of very tight shoes two

result was injuries to his feet that

ed by gangrene, so that he has had

her parts of both feet amputat his life,

Cho wore

ee O Woman.—There lives at Berwick ww a hundred and seven

Her nameis Mrs. Elizabeth Tay-

She lives with her son, John Taylor,

» is Sl years of age. She had 12 children.

She has been a widow many years. ieneluaiciallliiliadincnde Ox tue Rampace.—Thieves were on the rampage last night plying their art on Queen et. within a tew blocks of the Police ‘tation Large pa king cases were stolen from the sidewalks, the removal of which ! t have eated considerable noise. ~ > | } i Te ey * has issued a chal- eng for the single scull cham- pionship world and $1,000 a side ; also for the championship of the w rid in double lls, open to any two men to row against

Hamm of Bosten and himself for the same

smount. — _

Narrow Escare,—A gentleman skating on the River yesterday broke through the thin ice which had formed over the track made by the ferry steamer on her last trip. Fortu- >was near enough to the edge of the forward and draw himself

nat ly he good ice to reach wut. Beware! annscdiimmsuaia from Frank J. Pierce, Periodical Depot, \ugusta, Me.: “lam pleased to say that tw bottles of your Adamson’s Cough Balsam has entirely cured me of a cough of nearly a ( I have tried many mixtures without success.” Trial dy wy lw

irs st unding. luring that time bottles 10 cents. cities ‘“Casn ror West” has a rare and plea- sant sound in this Province. The Charlotte- town Milling Company advertise to-day that they will pay cash for wheat after the 16th inst. We hope they wil! be able to give good prices, and that the enterprise will prove highly successful. sinsallaiiiiaiacee Trorrixe Marcu.—The match race between colts All Right Bey, owned by Newton Lee. and Moss Rose, owned bv B. L, Wood- took place on Summerside harbor ice

this forenoon. The race was mile heats, best two in thre All Right Boy won the first two heat id the race. Considerable interest was taken in the event, simile

Ture Cores-WaeLtaANS MOoNUMENT.— Some davsago the Rev. A. E. Burke left at Tuer EXAMINER office five dollars towards the

Coles. Whelan monument, and the Patriot last evening acknowledged five dollars each from the Rev. A. J. MeIntyre and the Rev. N. Beaudreault Tur Examiner Publishing Company follows suit with the offer of twenty-five dollars, in the hope that each of its contemporaries in the Province will con-

tribate a like amount, or perhaps more ; and the staff of Tae Examrxer have subscribed Seven dollars,

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PaLEGRAPHIC NEWS.

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Despatones TO Tusk KXAMINER,:

Corps meet tonight Nn - Intercourse Demanded,

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‘Higher Duties on Fish.

American Fishermen Protest.

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PHILADEDHHIA, Jan. 3. meeting of Beaver

A large CGrovernoi

to-night, the

citizens presiding, under

!XAMINER,

| this venture,

auspices of the National Fisheries Union, |

adopted a resolution demanding non- intercourse with Canada, raising the duty on Canadian fish 10 correspond with the duty levied by Canada on American fish, and protesting against the re-establishment one-sided reciprocity.

Aipaca Propagation.

Orrawa, Jan 3,

Col. Baker, of British Columbia, who is now in the city, states that a result of fur- ther information which he has been col- lecting, he feels certuin the scheme for in- troducing the Llama of South America, and propagating the alpaca industry in the Kootenay Valley, will be successful.

Maritime Experimental Farm.

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Hairax, Jan. 3.

The Experimentai farm for the Maritime

Provinces has been chosen at Nappan,

Cumberland Co., N.S. It is 860 acres, of which 50 are marsh. It costs $15,000.

Immigration.

Orrawa, Jan. 3. The unrevised statement of immigration for the past season shows the arrivals to be 143,000, an increasé of about 40 per cent. over the previous season. These figures will represent about 80,000 actual settlers.

“Obituary.

Hairax, Jan. 3.

Col. Thomas Milzom, formerly Brigade

Major in the district of Halifax, died this

morning. About six years ago he was

transferred “to the Toronto district, where he remained until a year ago,

Elaborate Arrangements.

HALirax, Jan The Lrish Societizs are making elaborate arrangements for the reception of the Lrish Nationalist delegates, Sir Charles Esmonde and Arthur O’Connor.

Stoppage of Trafiic. LonpDon, Jan. 3, The snowstorm onthe continent con- tinues. Several railways are snow-blocked, compelling stoppage of all traftic.

A Canal Burst.

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Lonpon, Jan. 3.

Birmingham Canal burst to-day, near

Dudley. Hundreds of families were rend- ered homeless by the inundation.

An Army of Une mployed.

PorrsvILLE, Pa., Jan. 3.

The number of miners out of employ- ment in this region is estimated from 26,- 000, to 30,000.

Weather Bulletin.

Toronto, Jan. 4—10 a.m.

Fresh to strong west to northwest winds; fair moderately cold weather.

Lecal Notices.

Tue Davies Hotel is now open, the rooms are handsomely furnished, the carpets are elegant, nearly all of them,;were bought from James Paton & Co., who take the lead in the carpet business on the Island.

-ladies and

Rupper Creerens at Sprague’s jan4 2i

gents ; 35 cents per pair. Grey flannel, 12¢, gingham, 6c, corsets, 3c,

calland see. All wool double

1,000 more bargains nov 24, dy wy, tf

dress goods width cloth, 80c, and at Beer Bros.

MARRIED.

Wm. Arthur Yeo, of Fort Hill, to Jane Howatt, of Lot 17, atthe house of the bride, by the Rev. C. F. Lowe, rector, Thursday night, Dec. 20th.

by the Stitson, both of

At Charlottetown, on 28th Dec., Rev. Jas. Carrathers, Mr. Henry A. to Miss Barbara Ann McKay, Charlottetown.

At St. Mary’s Church, Sturgeon, on the llth of October, by the Rev. William Phelan, P. P., William Jamieson, to Miss Dollie French, both of Sturgeon,

At Long River, onthe 27th Dec., by the

tev. George McMillan, Mr. Wm. A. Toombs, of Cavendish Road, to Jenuie, daughter of Mr. Peter Gillespie.

DIED.

At China Point, on Dec. 12th, 1887, Ellen, relict of the late Jeremiah Murphy, in the 67th year of her age.

At Orwell Head, on Oct. 3rd, 1886, Isabella Ross, relict of John McLeod, aged 80 years. Deceased was one of the pioneer settiers of Orwell Head.

At Grand, View, on Nov. 22nd, Catherine Ross McLeod, aged 42 years.

On the 17th ult., at her residence, at West Cape, Sarah, wicow of the late David MeWil- liams, in the 94th year of her age. By her pure Christian life she won the admiration and respect of ali who knew her. She passed away inthe full assurance of a bright and glorious resurrection, ;

At Kingston, on Dec. 24th, Richard Cahill, in the 70th year of his age. May his soul rest in peace,

At her residence, at Wilmot Valley, on the 26th ult., very suddenly of appoplexy, Eliza, beloved wife of Walter Hogg, -Esq., in the 53rd year of her age. She leaves a husband, four daughters and two sons, besides a large circle of relations and friends to mourn their sad loss.

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Vernon River Notes.

New Years were quietly Welcinned by both young and old in Vernon ively and surroundings,

Cliiistmas and

One of our merchants has skipped for parts unknown, and has created in many hearts a yearuing wish to be with him ‘‘a_ little

The Good Templars, who hold their meet- ings'in Orwell North Schoolhouse, have de- cideil to build a suitable Hall at the Bridge on the site between G. Forbes’ and J. Find- lay’s. We understand the site is a gift from Mr. David Irving and Mr. George Forbes, M. P., and that the Hall is to be built by shareholders, the shares being five dollars each. Gentlemen and ladies who have the good of the youth of our land at heart, help and in this manner show that you heartily wish the cause of temperance to triumph.

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Notice of Dissolution of Partnership,

ya i Partnership heretofore existing under the

~ name of Saunders & Campbell, woerein John Saunders and John Norman Campbell were part- ners, is this Second day of January dissolved by mutual consent.

All sums due the firm will be received by Saunders & Newsom, whoalone are authorized to grant receipts for the same.

«= JOHN SAUNDERS, ROHN N, CAMPBELL.

Jan, 3, 1888—2i eod

Notice of Copartnership. i

PETER NEWSOM, having purchased al! the

interest and good will of John Norman Camp- bell in the business lately carried on by Saunders é: Campbell, has. this Second day of January, i838, entered into Partnership with John Saunders, and the business will in future be car-

ried on under the firm name of Saunders & Newsom.

JOHN SAUNDERS, PETER NEWSOM. Jan. 3, 1888—2i eod.

CARD OF THANES.

THE undersigned desire tothank their numer-

ous friends and customers for their very lib- eral patronage during the past five years, and respectfully solicit a continuance of their favors to the firm of Saunders and Newsom, at the old stand.

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CAMPBELL. Jan

A Very Desirable and Valuable Farm and Residence for Sale,

ILE undersigned, being about to remove from the Province, oifers the above for saie ata sacrifice.

The Farm, which consists of forty acres, is situated at Burnt Point, about five minutes’ waik frotn Georgetown, It is all under crop and ina high state of cultivation, and is within easy access to abundance of mussel mud, swamp mud ané kelp. On the Farm is a good Lime Kiln, built lost spring. There is a spacious Dwelling House, a large Barn, a Pig House, Granary, Sheep House and Hennery—all new.

Besides the above land there is a Marsh adja- which yields about forty tons of hay Adjoining the Farm are sixty acres of unim proved land which can be purchased at a low figure.

Command@ding an excellent view of Georgetown aad its beautiful harbor, and with every convet- ience, this would be a desirable site for a Sim- mer Hotel, which ig so much needed in this section of the country.

Also for Sale~That Business Stand on -the Main Street, Georgetown, opposite the Post Office, and now occupied by the Rev. Mr. McWilliams, with Outhouses—al! in good con- dition, é

For further information enquire of Captain Malcolm McDonald, of the firm of McDonald & Westaway, or the undersigned.

SAMUEL CROUCHER, Georgetown, Sept. 30, 1887—wky tf

BUSINESS STAND

At Mill Cove, Lot 35.

OR SALE OR TO RENT, one and three-

quarter acres of land with the Cottage and Granery thereon, the property of P. Bearney, Esq., deceased.

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Good opportunity for a business man ort mechanic to secure a desirable Business Stand

in a thriving farming settlement. Apply to PHILIP HUGHES. WILLIAM McGRATH, Mill Cove, Nov. 18, 1887, 6i wy.

FREEHOLD FARM

H'OR SALE,

(CONTAINING 59 acres of Land, situated on the / Covebead Road, 9 miles from Charlottetown. About 50 acres are clear, the balance is covered with excellent Hardwood and Fencing Poles. The land isin a very high state of cultivation and wellwatered. There are on the premises a good Dwelling House and Orchard.

Apply to

M. KELLY,

Hillsborough St., Ch’town,

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TO PORK RAISERS

a Subscriber, having purchased one of the finest Boar Pigs in P. E. Island, he will be allowed to serve a limited number of Sows at One Dollar Each. A pig of the same litter when killed last month, dressed 437 lbs. pork, when only 18 months old. Also a second very fine Boar Pig, charge 80 cents. BENJ. E. WRIGHT. East Royalty, Dec. 15, 1887.—-wy 4i

TAN TONS

FOR Cliristmas Presents. The best Jewelry Store in the city to get ful) value for your money.

Ladies’ Gold Stem-wind Watches, from $15, upwards. Gents’ Silver Watches, from $4.76, upwards, American Clocks from $1.50 upwards And Jewelry, in Gold, Gold-plated and Silver at correspondingly low

figures. = =F es W. N. TANTON, 218 QUEEN STREET. D2.15,1887—301 & wky

Peed Cutters & Grain Grackers

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oR SALE—Bell’s Feedcutters, both hand and horse power, Fleury’s Grain Crackers, Dickie- gon’s Fan-mill. Also, some cheap Hand-trucks, tills, granneries aud warehouses. D. MACKENZIE, .. Kent Street.

suitable for

Ch’town Dec, 22, 1887-li wky3i

GREAT DRY GOODS SALE.

We intend to make extensive alterations in our premises next spring, and a change in our business, and

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To dispose of

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Ch’town, Nov. 18, 1887.

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clear out our entire stock of Dry

Groods, Clothing, Carpets, &c., &e

this immense stock within so short a

time, i¢ must be sold at a sacrifice, and we shall. there- fore, give discounts varying from 20@up to 30 per cent.

stock consists of Seasonable and. Fashion- able Goods, which are all marked in_ plain figures, and at prices that are well known to be the lowest mn the

This Sale will be for CASH ONLY.

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HARRIS&SSTHWART

SUCCESSORS

TO GEO. DAVIES & CO.

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SULTS, SUITS,

CITIZENS’ SKATING RINE |!

"THE RINK. under the management of the Artillery Band, is open for the season.

Tickets for this season will be issued at the following reduced prices :—

SEASON TICKET.

Lethe TRO ie ict TIA Bie oA 31.50 Gents’ pot BGs, itl, dol sok cats osaawees 3.00 Children’s “‘ afternoon skating)........ 1,25 Admissionjte skate....:.........6006 ie. 4 15 Promenade... .....-+++. .10

Rink open Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons from 2.30 to 5; and Saturday after- noons from 4 to 6; also Monday, Wednesday and Thursday nights.j

Band will aiso beiu attendance on. other occa- sions, of which due notice will be given,

Tickets for sale ut the Apothecaries Hall.

J. DOWLING, Secretary. Ch’town, Dec, 19, 1887- 4i eod

Witt. be openfor the season on TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY and FRIDAY Evenings; also, THURSDAY and SATURDAY Afternoons, Band nights, Tuesday and Friday. Tickets for sale atthe Rink and Reddin’s Drug Store. Dec, 30th, 1887—2i fri mon pat sat tues

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OVERCOATS. | OVERCOATS,

EXCELSIOR RINK |

WANTS, LOST, FOUND &c. |

Lost ~Yesterday, a white Poodle pup, answer | ing tothe name Charley; finder will be re- | warded: by leaving same at Oakland House, | King Street jan 4

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WANTED—A Cook. Apply to Mrs Charles | Palmer, Weymouth Street. dec30

T° LET—A desirable residence On Dorchester !

Street Kast, lately anne. by the subscriber, |

F, W. Hales, to whom apply for particulars. . i oct27 t

BOARDERS—Foar or five students can find

good accommodation in a centi'al part of the

city; terms reasonable. Apply at a. ecli t

PRIVATE LODGINGS. — The undersigned would be glad to receive afew additional Boarders on reasonable terms at her Private Boarding House, opposite Baptist Church, Prince Street.—Mrs. 8. R. STUMBLES, eod— dec24

BeARDERS ACCOMMODATED— At Mrs. McLean’s. Hillsborongh Street, between Dor- chester and King. oct? eod tf

\ ANTED-—A cook; references required. Ap- ply to Mrs. F. L. Haszard, Euston eugene ec7

FOR SALE—A good Milch Cow, newly calved. Apply to Horace Haszard. dec6 tf

T° LET—A House on Sidney Street, opposit the Brick Se. containing seven rooms, @

good cellar, stable and coach hwuse. Apply on

the premises. nov2s tf

T° LET—A House on King Sireet, near the Railway; also, House and Stable on Pleasant Street, —William Dodd. dec8 ti

\ ANTED—A Cook. Apply to Mrs. R. R. Fitz- Gerald, Mount Edward Road. dee 21.

in the City Hotel, Great George Street, hither- Dr. Warburton. Apply at the London House or to Daniel Davies, ndas Es-

planade, noy 18

[PO LET.—The Surgery apd Consulting Room |

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SUITS, OVERCOATS,

SUIrTrs, OVERCOATS.

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L. E. PROWSE keeps the Largest, Best and Cheapest Clothing on P. E. Island. Come and see for yourselves.

ROWSE,

SIGN OF THE BIG HAT, 74 QUEEN STRERT.

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BARGAINS | BARGAINS

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MILLER BROTHERS, QUEEN ST.,

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Pianos, Organs, Sewing Machines, Small Musi- cal Goods, such as Accordeons, Violins, Concertinas and in Music Books (all kinds.)

During the Holiday Season the above goods will be Sold at

Reduced Prices. Intending purchasers in our line will do well to call and

inspect our large and varied stock.

MILLER BROTHERS.

Ch'town, Dec. 20, 1887-—-wky 3mos

REMOVED,

Across the Street to

BRENAN’S OLD STAND

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NORTON & FENNELL.

Dec. 29, 1887.—2aw & wky

60,000 Feet American and Canadian Frame Mouldings.

at along your Pictures for Frames, and if we cannot suit you in price we we will make you a Xmas present. Twelve Dozen (144) Boys’ and Girls’ Sleighs, all sizes and shapes. This lot is offered During the Holidays to Clear at Cost. We have a fine stock of Fancy, Useful and Durable Goods, very suitable for Xmas Gifts.

Call and inspect.

MARK WRIGHT & CO.

Oh’town, Dec. 13, 1887,