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Local and Other Items.

Xmas Bazasr—Closing sale to-night. Great bargains. —E. H. Norton & Co.

_Curtine.—First game of the season to- night. All members are particularly request- ed to attend.

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Aw IncreAsE.—There were 297 arrests in Moncton during the year ending Dec. 3lst, 1889, as compared with 205 in 1888, 211 in 1887, and 275 in 1886.

SucaR Rerinery Drvipenp.—The Nova Scotia Sugar Refineryfdeclared a half yearly dividend of 5 per cent., payable on the 15th, making 15} per cent. for the year.

ae _Ar Grorcerown. —The schr Jubilee ar. rived at Georgetown from Boston yester- day, anl another schooner commanded by Captain Poirrier, sailed from Georgetown for Halifax same day. ees

A Sap Enpine.—An exchange reports that the six year old son of David Mills, of Ches- ter, N. S., recently ran a pair of sc issors into his face just under the right eye, from the effects of which he died on Sunday last.

Witt Seti at Avcrion.—A picture dealer at Lancaster, Pa., tried to geta license to sell goods by auction, but a local law prevented him. He therefore had his clerk to issue an execution against him for $1000, and now the sheriff will sell his goods at auction.

An Otp Breie.—Isaac Hirtle, of Lunen- burg, owns a bible inthe Germain language and printed in 1717. It was brought here by oneof the first settlers, is abouttwo feet long, one foot wide, and 11 inches thick. It con- tains a complete list of the German kings and emperors ruling up to the time it was printed.

A Nova Scotia Inpustry.—The Kentville Star says: The bounty placed upon skunks bv the council last year has resulted in 397 snouts of these odoriforious animals being’ presented to the proper official as an order for 25 cents each. It is proposed to start a perfume fac. tory to utilize the material secured next year.

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A Harry Famity.—Capt, Petit, a retired sea captain, of Heckman’s Island, Lunenburg, who saw the end of four score years on Christ- mas day, was astonished to find that, when his daughters and sons, with their husbands, wives and children, had assembled at the homestead to wish him ‘‘A Merry Christmas,” they numbered 98 souls in all. . The Progress says this time honored veteran sailed to Lab- rador for 35 years.

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Morrvuary Statistics.—For the following mortuary statistics of the city of Charlotte- town for the month of December, 1889, we are indebted to Dr. Johnson: Number of deaths, 12; ascompared with December, 1888, 11 Causes of death in the order of fatality : Con- sumption, 4; heart disease, 2; old age, 2; bronchitis, 1; cancer, 1; spinal meningetis, 1; other, 1. Age at death: Under 5 years, 3; from 20 to 50, 4; from 61 to 76, 5. Protest- ants, 9; Catholics, 3. English, 8; Scotch, 1; Trish 2; French 1. Males, 4; females,8.

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Famores yy 1889.—Tun Wiman & Go.’s bureau shows 95 failures in Nova Scotia during 1889, with liabilities of $469, - 234, and assets of $229,843, as against 126 in 1888, with liabilities of $1,305,503, and assets of $664,259. There were nine fail- ures in P. E. Island, $48,681 liabilities, and assets of $16,550. In 1888 the fail- ures there totalled eight, liabilities $148,- 518, and assets, $72,000. | Newfoundland had 13 failures in 1889, and 12 in 1888. The liabilities were $184,339 and $103,722 and assets $140,000 and $79,260 respect- ively, :

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A Learnep Assocration.—An event of interest to all Canadians took place recent- ly in Boston, in the organization of a‘ Can- adian Club,” of Canadians who haye dis- tinguished themselves in intellectual cul- ture. One of the features of the association is **the study of Canadian literature, yield-

. : - ” ing it the support it has long merited. Twenty-seven charter members, all men of mark, have been already enrolled, of whom we are pleased to nutice that no fewer than twenty-three belong to the Maritime Pro- yinces, one being Professor {McVane, of P. %, Island, occupant of the chair of History in Haryard University. Many of the names haye a Dominion-wide celebrity. Mr. Montague Chamberlain, of St, John, N. B., the noted ornithologist, is the hon.

Secretary.

A Trwety Invention.—A safety shield for are electric lamps, the invention of Mr. Walter P. Doull, of this city, may be seen at the drug store of Mr. Arthur S. Johnson, corner of Prince and Grafton Streets. ‘The shield proper is of mahogany, and is attached to the globe of the lamp by means of two small brass fasteners. The use of this shield renders the lamp_abso- jutely safe. The shield is neat in ap- pearance and ingenious in construction, and is just what has long been needed. We understand that Mr. Waddell, the Electric Light Co’s. Superintendent, is mak- ing arrangements for attaching the inven- tion to all lamps needing it. We congratu- late Mr. Doull upon his invention, and wish him success with it.

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Religious Services.

eting in the Y. M. C. A. to-mor- SD erncon ts 4 o'clock, Subject—The forerunner announced. Luke 1, 5 to 27. " During all next week there will he @ prayer tiie bell in the upper parlor of the Y. ae C. A., daily, from 12.30 to 1.15 p.m. A} who can make it convenient are invited to at- tend, if only for a part of the time. pare

Don’t forget the Railway Gospel Meeting in McLeod’s Hall every Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock, A welcome to all. Lesson for -to- morrow— Amos 4-12, ‘‘Prepare to meet thy God, O Israel.” ae

Zi ‘ch Services to-morrow a a.m. eee te pastor will conduct both services. Morning prayer meeting at 10.15. Sibbath School and Bible classes at 2 30 p. m.

The Rev. Mr. Gordon will conduct the Bible class this evening in the Y. M. O, & from 8 to 9 oolock. While this class ae : a organized for the benefit of Been sc ay workers, it is open to any oF all fee — may wish to attend, and who will always re- ceive a hearty welcome. i Ss a

Sabbath services in the Upper, P es Methodist Church to-morrow, a3 ee 2 a. m., prayer meeting; ll a. m., preaching Py

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Rev. W. W. Brewer; 2.15 p.m, Sabbath school; 7 p. m., preaching and covenant oe vice by the Rev. W. W. Brewer. Owing - the recent changes in the seats, the eae é tion wil] please occupy the atost vouYen!

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DAIL TELEGRAPHIC NEWS,

Specian DespatcHEs To THE EXAMINER. The Work of Burglars.

Trenton, N. J., Jan. 3.

Thedead body of Mrs. Kniffin, wife of Dr. Arthur §. Kniffin, was found on the fioor of her bedroom at his residence this morning, and near by lay the unconscious figure of a young lady visitor. Dr. Kniffin is away on a visit, and-no one but a child was with the women in the house. Miss Purcell, the young woman, was finally revived by physicians. She states that two burglars entered the room, and when Mrs. Knitiin and herself cried for help they were seized by the men who applied chloroform to them. The whole house was in great confusion. Every drawer was emptied and the furni- ture scattered abcut.

The Time Extended.

Orrawa, Jan. 3.

Mr. Gisborne, of the Government Tele- graph Service, to-day received a letter from the Bermuda Cable Company stating that the Imperial Government had extended the time for the completion of its line to June 24th next. The whole of the cable is ready and in the tank at London. Gisborne ex- pressed the conviction that this company will carry out their original projection of a line from Halifax to Bermuda, thence to the Bahamas and finally to Jamaica.

Arrival of the Portia.

Sr. Jonn, Jan. 3.

The steamship Portia arrived this after- noon from New York, in 46 hourts, after a boisterous trip. She will commence load- ing for the West Indies in the morning and will sail via Yarmouth on Wednesday next. A full cargo has been engaged, and over twenty passengers have secured berths.

Got Fifteen Years.

Boston, Jan. 3.

Guiseppe Ignatus Duluca, who killed Elward Cunningham, the millionaire, of Milton, Mass., while poaching on the lat- ter’s estate, was to-day sentenced to fifteen years in the State prison. Duluca’s indict- ment was for manslaughter, and self- defence was claimed in extenuation.

Many Were Killed.

Lanpon, Jan. 4. Reports received from the Shanghai Ex- pedition force are tc the effect that the Chinese fought the natives of Takow Is- land, Formosa, and that 100 Chinese and 400 Formosans were killed.

The Cold Wave.

Sr. Pavt, Jan. 3 The cold wave which has swept over the Northwest has been unusuallly pronounced in this city. A change of 38 degrees was recorded in the past 24 hours, and at several other points it was over.

A Big Majority. Mownrrea, Jan. 4.

The first day’s voting on the million dol- lar bye-law resulted in 955 for, and 259 against. :

Weather Bulletin.

Toronto, Jan. 4.—10a m.

Moderate to fresh north-west to north-east winds; fine and cold. :

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Personal,

We are pleased to notice that Col. Hunter Duvar has beck elected an honory member of the Society of Canadian Literature, of Mon- treal, which embraces some of the first liter- ary men of the Dominion.

Senator Ingalls, the famous tail twister, is down with influenza at Atchison, Kansas. How the British Lion will smile whe he hears of it.

Max O’Rell, who sailed for America last week, sent his impressions of the country over in the steamer ahead of him. The witty Frenchman has not missed many lessons on his former visit. He has learned how to ad- vertise.

Local Notices. Blankets, Blankets, cheap at Stanley

Bros., Brown’s Block. Jan 4 3i eod A few comeforts left, low prices to

clear—Stanley Bros., Brown’s Block. Jan 4 3i eod

Notice.—During the month of January we offer the balance of oyr winter cloths at tremendous reductions in naps, pilots and heavy tweeds. Call early and secure bar- gains—John MacLeod & Co. Jan 4 tf

Felt boots, slippers and overshoes for ladies and gents, misses and children, suit any purse, fit any foot, at Goff Bros. .

The latest American ice-creeper just ar- rived at Goff Bros.

To keep the feet dry and warm is essen- tial to health. Buy a pair of waterproof overshoes at Goff Bros.

As Beer & Goff roast and grind all their coffee on the premises, you can depend on get- ting it fresh and good from them. dec27 3i

New Year Gifts.—Buy your lady friends a pair of the elegant evening slippers at Goff Bros. a

For THe WrAK AND Lancuip.—Campbell’s Beef, Iron and Wine is one of the best tonics. possessing many nutritive and strengthening qualities. Is recommended by the leading medical men. If you are weak and languid a pottle will give instant relief. See that you ask for and get Campbell's Beef, Iron and Wine. nov 6lyeod

Splendid value in ladies’ Astracan Jackets a Wasen & Co’s. dec27 tf

For mens’ Fur oe ES aa a all

i nods try James Faton 0’8. kinds of fur goo y eS

Bargains.—From present date until further notice we will give immense bargains in every

line we keep in stock.—McLeod & Mokacse Keep your feet warm.—Ladies’ and gents’ felt boots and overshoes selling

cheap at Goff Bros.

Tue harsh, drastic purgatives, once deemed so indispensible, have given place to milde: and more skilfully prepared laxatives; hence the great and growing demand for Ayers Physicians everywhere recommend them for costivenevs, indigestion, apd liver

domplainte.

-boards for $2.50, and in morocco gilt for $3.25.

Japplication to The Earle Publishing House,

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Charlottetown, January 2, 1890—eod

Brothers,

WILL, DURING JANUARY, GIVE SOME WONDERFUL BARGAINS IN

Reefers, Overcoats, Suits, Fur Caps, Wool Goods, Dress Goods, &ec.

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Our Stock must be Reduced before Stock-taking, so leok out for Bargains. Dont you forget that we are the Wonderful Cheap Men.

PROWSEH BROS.,

144 QUEEN STREET.

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We take Stock this Menth, and before doing so jwill|

our Fall and Winter Goods at very

Bargains in White Wool Blankets; bargains in Bed Comforts; bargains in Fur Goods; bargains in Dress

Fifty pairs Grey Blankets, slightly soiled, at $1.60

8ob lot of #ur-Lined Cloaks at half price; job lot of Black Fur Capes at half price.

SHCITizH A BRARGATE Am

PERKINS & STERNS’.

STANLEY IN AFRICA.|

| r¥*t announcement of a new and popular) subscription, book, entitled ** Explora.| tions and Adventures of Henry M. Stanley,” with a brief sketch of other world renowned | explorers, has just come to hand. It contains | thrilling accounts of famous expeditions, | miraculous escapes, wild sports of the jungle’ and plain, curious customs of savage races, | tropical wonders, miraculous discoveries in| the wilds of Africa, and graphical descriptions | of mighty rivers and cataracts, vast forests, | fertile valleys, mines of untold wealth, ete. The reader has a full account of all Stan- ley’s latest travels avd adventures down to the time he reached the coast a few weeks ago. The book containg over 8:0 pages and

200 engravings, is finely bound in cloth and }

As it will be sold only by subscription, can- vassers would do well to apply at once for an } agency. Where there is no local authorized agent, the book will be sent post-paid on receipt of price. ~ . Ilustrated circulars and terms will be sent toagents or anyone needing employment on

St. John, N. B. 2i—jan3

Lope

L4 man, in the vicinity of the Roman Catholic Cathedral preferred. Apply at this office. jan4--3i

Nowashing. High

WANTE D.—A Nurse Girl. dec3l

est wages. Apply at this office.

TO LE?T,.—A House on Water Street, containing eleven rooms with shop. Possession given onlith January. Apply to M. McQuatp, Lower Queen Street. tf—dec26

ANTED—A Housemaid. Good wages. Apply to Miss PETERS, Sidmont. declv

LEIGH FOR SALE.—For sale, a Jaunting

Sieigh, almost new. Apply to FRANCIS

MONAGHAN, Malpeque Road, near old Brewery. decl7—3i oxw = pd

OTICE.—Parties in need of a person to post their books or make out their yearly ac- Gounts. can have them. carefully and cheaply done by applying to A, G. BREMNER, at the Law | Library, Court House, room opposite Prothcno- tary’s office. - lw eod pd—jan3

ANTED.—A good plain Cook. Apply to; Mrs. ARNAUD, Grafton Street. decl0

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O LET.—The Store and Dwelling House on

Great George Street, now occupied by Pear-

don & Turner. Possession given 11th Janua‘y, Apply to THOMAS ALLEY. eod—decl2

nO LET.—That desirablo Dwelling on Dorches T tar Street, lately cecupied by Miss Barr. Tt contains five rooms. adjoins the residence of i. B. Mactonald, Esq.. and is opposite the re ie dence of Fredk. Brecken, Esq. Apply to ae

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STILLON THE TOP

And We Are Going to Stay There.

Se est : | PHS IS OUR BUSIEST YEAR. Since its advent we have not had a dull day.

WHY? Because we have earned a reputation for furnishing the very best Suits at the very lowest prices. People from all sections of the country place their orders with us, and after receiving their Suits, stay with us in spite of all competition.

We can show the largest range of Cloths on Prince Edward Island—500 different designs and patterns to select from.

Gents’ Furnishing Department.

HATS, CLOTH and FUR CAPS, SHIRTS, COLLARS, TIES, UNDER CLOTHING, GLOVES, &c., sold at bottom prices.

Five Hundred BOYS’ SULTS we are offering at first cost, ments ; strictly first-class work ; lowest prices.

For FINE SUITS, neat and ynique desigas, elaborate and artistic trimmings,

they all go to eS JOHN McLEOD & CO.,

Ch'‘town, Nov. 16, 1889-—eod MERCHANT TAILORS,

Perfect-fitting Gar-

ENTLEMEN who wear “Made Up” Clothing from motives of economy, will recognize the difference between worth and true value by leaving their orders at the Tailoring

tablishment of Z poe i J @ he A. @ is. Cc Ie

For a SUIT, OVERCOAT or REEFER we contract to suit you exactly, and will not be undersold by any house

in the trade. .. . : es : We have a large stock of FUR GOODS, which must be

closed out regardlesg.cf gost. Fur Coats from $16 to $59; Fur

Caps from $4.25 t» $12, all wool under ; Neekties and all Novel-

ties in Gents’ Fnrnishings a prices to tickle your pocket. Charlottetowa, Dec. 14, 1889.

AY, JANUARY 4 1890.

For the Largest Assortment of

Silk Handkerchiefs, Paton & Co’s.

try

For the Handsomest Silk Hand- kerchiefs, go to Paton & Co’s.

For China Silk Handkerchiefs, with beautiful borders, go to Paton & Co’s.

One Thousand Silk Handker- chiefs to choose from at Paton & Co’s.

Pure White Silk Handkerchiefs all prices, at Paton & Co’s.

Fancy Shot Silk Handkerchiefs at James Paton & Co’s.

Don’t buy Silk Handkerchiefs before seeing Paton & Co’s.

Ladies’ and Misses’ Kid Mitts, only 45c.~ a great bargain— at Paton & Co’s

Men’s Fur Coats—all prices— at James Paton & Co’s.

Men’s Persian Lamb Caps, the cheapest, at Paton & Co’s.

Goat Robes, in great variety and lowest prices, at Paton

& Co’s,

For Ladies’ Dolmans, Fur-J.ined Circulars and Astracan Jack- ets, there is no better place in the city than James Paton & Co’s.

Just the place to buy Dress Goods, where you can get the best variety at the low-

est price. — James Paton & Co’s.

For Millinery, try James Paton & Co. See their Trimmed liats at $1.75, $2 and $2.25.

The balance of our Ulster and Mantle Cloths clearing out

at reduced prices.— Paton & Co.

For Shawls—the best value in the city—try Paton & Co’s.

Wonderful! Wonderful !

Most Wonderful is our great . sale of Reefers and Overcoats, Our Low Prices astonish every- one. Give Paton & Co. a trial if you want to save money.

Men’s Underclothing

VERY CHEAP AT

PATON & COS.

What the People Say!

We have tried everywhere, but can, find no better place than PATON & CO’S. They have the Largest and Best Stock to choose from. You try.

Jas, Pan & G.

MARKET SQUARE.

Ch’town, Deo, 19, 1889.