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SEPTEMBER 16, 1891.

Civie Matters

Tux little split which has appeared in |

‘The Pulpit Speaks Out.

the ruling party of the City Council might be hailed with pleasure if it were an indi

cation that petty partizanship was about to lose control of civic affairs and that the business of the corporation was in future to be carriud on by business men on business principles. But we look in vain for such an indication. There can be no doubt that Councillor Morris acted as a sensible man when he, as chairman of the Finance Com- mittee, hesitated to incur additional liabili- ties at the present juncture. A great deal of good permanent work was done upon our streets and sidewalks this year. The estimate for the work was overrun, and, as Councillor Morris pointed out, there is no plank for additiona) new sidewalks and no money to get any. Under these cireum- stances, every reasonable man will admit that additional expenditures should not be permitred unless they are for works which are absolutely necessary. Apart from this suggestion of common prudence, the policy of expending money for planks to rot upon the streets within five or six years of the time at which they are laid down, is evi- dently bad, and should not be pursued fur- ther than the pressing requirements of citizens will justify. We ought, for the sake of economy, for the sake of the per- manent good of the town, to cease making ephemeral improvements and go i more and more for improvemen‘s which will last. But notwithstanding the advice of the man who is most of all responsible for the civic finances, notwithstanding the fact that there is no plank and no money, not- withstanding the impolicy of incurring a debt, which wil! heave to be jail to the end that we may have more rotten sidewalks in the course of a few years, the Council exhibited haste in the passage of resolutions authorizing new plank side- walks. It really seems as though the Council was more inclined to improve a party advantage obtained against Councillor Morris, than to carefully consider and pru- dently further the true and perminent interests of the city.

In respect to the voting of $125 to a man who had incurred damages by tripping over a loose plank, the Council seem, also, to have acted with undue haste. While it is right that the city should pay for damages resulting from the carelessness of its offi- cials, it is not right to offer a premium to every careless person who walks the streets. There is nothing on the record to show that the Council consulted the Recorder as tu the liability of the city in this case. There is nothing to show that the plank over which the man tripped was loose for any considerable length cf time, or that it was loose by reason of the care- lessness and neglect of the civic officials. It appears, merely, that a demand was made for damages, that the matter was referred to the Finance Committee, and that, ia spite of the protest of the chairman of that committee, and without the authorization of the Recorder, the money was voted. This action of the City Council was not business-like,

We sincerely trust that the City Coun- cillora will, ere long, put away partizin- ship and learn to consider carefully and reasonably every question upon its merits.

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The War Cloud.

Tue action of Great Britain in taking possession. of Sigri, on the Island of Mity- lene, speaks far more eloquently of war than all the assurances of peace that have recently been published. Lord Salisbury is, evidently, convinced that war is within measurable distance. This latest move of his has been made to secure to Great Britain a base of operations for the protec- tion of her interests in the East. There is, we are told, a good harbor at Sigri, and it is supposed that the British intend to for- tify the Island and make it a coaling station and rendezvous for the British Mediter- ranean fleet. Sigri is sixty miles from the mouth of the Dardanelles.

The seizure of Sigri has caused 4 sensa- tion throughout the world. It will, at all events, prove to Russia and to Turkey tha they cannot with impunity break ths most solemn treaties; and that Great Britain

stands now, as in times past, ready to pro- tect, by force of arms, her Imperial rights and interests.

Grand exhibition of new fall boots and shoes, the largest stock ever shown in Charlottetown, and the lowest prices, will be complete in a few days at the Dominion Boot and Shoe Store. sepl6

EVANGELISTIC.—The series of Evangelistic services is drawing to aclose. The meeting last night was large. Mr. Bliss made some excellent poiats from the words “This man receiveth sinners.” Quite a number came out on the Lord’s side. Mr. f. H. Clarke sap that beautiful solo of Sankey’s, “'The Ninety and Nine.” Meeting again to-night. This is expected to be the largest meeting yet¢ Doors open at 7 o’cloek. Galleries open and free to all. The body of the church will be reserved until 8 o'clock for persons between the age of 14 and 35, who will be admitted by tickets only. Tiokets free and may be had at the door. After 8 o'clock the body of the church will be thrown open. Come, and come early, You are heartily invited.

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“EXAMINER.

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FROM OTTAWA

[SPERCIALCOR RESPON DENCE OF THE EXAMINER.

After prayers, on Monday, Sir John Thompson rose and said he desired to make a short statement to the House. It was evident that misapprehension existed inside and outside of parliament as to the pusition of Sir Hector Langevin. Sir John said he had already stated to the House that the resignation did not require to be accepted and that this view was entertained by his colleagues and by Sir Hector himself, that in placing his resignation in the hands of Mr. Abbott he had renounced his office, and that unless his resiguation was declined

took affect as a matter of course. There seemed to be an impression, however, that Sir Hector, while resigning his portfolio as Minister of Public Works, continued tu take part in the deliberations of the Coun cil, and otherwise to act as a member of the Government. Witha view of remov- ing such false impressiou, Sir Hector had written Mr. Abbott in these words, ‘‘in order to put aa end to it (misunderstand- ing) I wish, as intended by me in the first instance, to ask you that my resignation may be accepted without further delay.” To which Mr. Abbott replied that ‘‘in ac- cordance with your request, 1 shal! regard

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Religious Notes.

The pulpit of the Presbyterian Church

at Wood Islands was occupied last Sabbath by Rev. J. Sellers, Metho dist minister. Mr. Sellers took for his text, Song of Sulomon, chap VI, 10, ‘“Who is she that looketh forth as the

morning, fairas the moon, clear as the sun, and terrible as an army with banners ” and preached an instructive and edifying sermon to a large aud atientive congrega- tion. As this is the first time that a Meth- odist minister preached here, there will be a remembrance of those things that were spoken.—C. (Guardian please copy.)

It is not often that a religious journal, independent of church contro! and depend- ing on its own merits for support has called forth so many appreciative notices and met with so warm a reception as has the Metho- dist. The press of the sister provinces has spoken of it in the most complimentary terms, and it is steadily growing in public favor. It is published in St. John, N. B., every Wednesday, and its editor, Rev. Dr. Wilson, is widely known as a_ preacher, lecturer and writer—another of the many men who claim P. E. Island as the home of their boyhood. Although for the present the Methodist is not equal in size to the ordinary weeklies, yet by only accepting a limited number of advertisements, by the omission of expansive headlines, and by condensing into as small a space as possible its varied contents, it is able to furnish as much real reading as many a much larger sheet. Although bearing a denominational name it is broadly Christian and contains weekly reports of what is ging on in all the churches. It is non-political, but ardently patriotic, and while anxious to

your resignation as final and shall lay it be- for His Exceliency immediately.”

In the course of the debate on the ap- propriation for immigration, Mr. Skinner of St. John, N. B. said :

*] say to the hon. member for Guys- borough (Mr. Fraser) that when he stands up here as a representative of the Mari- time Provinces and attempts to pcrsuade this parliament that because the Maritime Provinces have not increased in population they are not prosperous, he makes a mis- take. If he would go to the Island of Prince Edward, although its population has not increased, he would find a country whose prosperity is not equalled any- where.”

Mr. Perry—‘‘How do you know ?”

Mr. Skinner—'*Because [ have been there.”

‘“‘Mr. Perry—‘*When ?”

Mr. Skinner—‘'! have been there a good many tiines, and I know of what I speak. There is no place where you will find more men, not of large, but of proportionate wealth, than in Prince Edward Island. The farmers of that province are prosperous; many men have made money by handling agricultural produce, and the people are contented and happy. It isa fine place to live in, notwithstanding what any man may say against it. L know of what I spesk from what I have seen and heard, and [ stand here to say that the paople of the Maritime Provinces, numbering 800,- 060 people, are as good, as prospervus an 800,000 as are to be found anywhere ia Canada or in the United States.

Some of the preachers who are nothing if not sensational, and depend vp on scandals aud immorality for their texts, have been letting themselves loose over recent devel- opments before the parliamentary commit- tees. Itis needless to say that they pre- dicted nothing short of direst disaster for eur young Dominion, and their mouthings have been eagerly published by the grit presa, Of course it is the duty of Christian ministers to teach as well as practice mer- ality, but there is no necessity to make things out worse than they are. In con- trast with some of the ministerial utterances which we haverecently read,is the following from the Rev. Dr. Norton, Reetor of Christ Church Cathedral], Montreal, Preaching from the text Mark viii., 2—‘*] have compassion on the multitude because they have nothing to eat,” the rev. gentleman said :

“T greatly fear from many things which reach me that young men and lads are now in danger of coming thoughtleasly to the con- clusion that really high principle and Chris- tian compassion for the multitude have wholly disappeared from this fair Canada of ours. The lamentable revelations at Ottawa and Quebec seem to give inexperienced per- sons the impression that public spirit has vanished and that all our most successful men are corrupt and have their price. I would implore you, young men, the future hope of our country, not to believe it, for it isnot true. Because some public men have dis- graced and betrayed th~ir country and havo brought infamy upon themselves, we must not condemn all. We must be careful, not even in thought or stspicion, to throw mire upon all. Itis true a few poiitical cannibals have forced their way into offices and have begun to devour their countrymen; but they have been discovered, and will now be got rid of, that is all. The bloom of our young Canadian nationality is like the bloom of a beautifal rose among whose petals a few creeping parasites have concealed themselves; but they can easily be shaken off, and the bleom will remain as fair as ever. There is much to much to make us thankful and hopeful. Revelations of corruption which would raise a revwlution in less favored lands, do not threaten to disturb society in this happy and contented country. We have no dispairing squalid multitudes, living in starvation, disease, depravity, and ready to destroy civilization, Our people are happy and law-abiding, A thousand hills and pasture-lands are full of cattle. Our prairies and valleys, to use the language of Scripture, stand so thick with corn that they laugh and sing. In public and in private life, in cities and in country places, from the Atlantic to the Pacific’s swelling waves, are thousands of noble men and women, full of the loving compassionate spirit of Christ and doing Christ’s work, feeding the hungry privately and in charitable institutions, treating the sick in hospitals, and by placing within their reaoh fresh air funds, people’s parks, whole- some dwellings, wholesome water, wholesome food, reclaiming the lost in homes, spreading the Gospel in our own and in all lands,

and children, and promoting just and humane legislation. Like the loving Saviour, they | have compassion upon the multitude. We | may well thank God and take courage, and follow their example of disinterested and noble living fur Christ’s sake and for the sake of humanity.”

Mr. Perry will ask on Monday if all the Island fishery wardens have been appointed guardians. If not, what are the names of those who have not been appointed and for what reason, and what are the names of those appointed in their stead. W.C. D.

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protecting the weak and suffering women|_

promote the welfare of men everywhere,

is especially interested in the welfare of Canadians down here by thesea. The general agent for this Province is Mr. Theo, L. Chappelle, of the Diamond Bock- store in this city, who is anthurized to attend to any busiuess in connection with the paper. Svle priee $1.00 per year.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR.

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“The Bigots ef the iron Time, Had Calied the Harmless Art a Crime.”

Str,—In a communication in Monday's EXAMINER, headed “Old Times are Changed, Old Manners Gone,” the writer makes the

desk in the Methodist church an opportunity for getting off « senseless praeticai joke on the Rev. Mr. Brewer. The writer shuld not forget that whi!> vegetables and table greens may be dearer to his heart and more suited to his tastes than the lilies of the fielé, there are others who hold different viewe. Had he read and as fully appreciated the whole verse of Scott’s poem, from which he takes his quotation, as he evidently appreciates ‘‘the products of the soil,” he would have found ample food for reflection in the lines quoted above. Evidently music and flowers a:e not in his line. ANOTHER METHODIST.

Personal

Mr. Amos West of Little York left bere on Monday morning to attend the Turouto exhibition.

Col. Goldie, of the army, chief.staff ofti- cer st Halifax, and remount agent for British North America, has been appointed to inspect the horses which will be exhibit- ed at the St. Jobn exhibition,

J. H. Bell. M. P. P., Summerside, has returned from his trip to the Old Country.

Cardinal Manning is now about 83 years of age. His episcopal jubilee was cele- brated June 8, 1890,

The arrivals at the Hotel Davies last evening included: William Ewing, St John; John Campbell, Gloucester, Mass; J M McLeod, Amherst; Chas E Clements, Boston; Miss Ella B Turnbull, do; Jas Lozer, Halifax; Jas G Liddell, Beantford, Ont; R H Eiston, Grand Rapids, Mich; Daniel McWiliiame, New York; Charles McWilliams. do; William Brown, do. This morning there were registered: Cap- tain J C Foster, Montreal; J W McPhee, Annandale; D Murphy, Souris.

At the Osborne House yesterday there were registered-—M Anderson, Belfast; James SN Moore, Eldon; H 8 McLeod, Dunstaffnage; H J Massey, S’side; Miss MeKay, Wallace; Mrs A M Milis, Pugwash; Lillian M Smith, Truro; John G Thompson, Fredericton; O W Coleman, New Glasgow, N 8; Mrs J G Wells, Wallace; Ellie Sperrett, Great Village; Marion McEvoy, Cow Bay, CB; Sara Chisholm, Autigonish; Mias Walker, New Glasgow, N 8; Miss Macgregor, do; Miss Baxter, Halifax; Miss Robinson, do; Miss McKay, Westville; Miss Gray, Stellarton; Peter McPherson, Cardigan; Alfred M Pound, St John, NB. This morning's arrivals in- cluded: Geo O’Neill, Vernon River; Miss May Paige, do; Miss Delly Cott, do; T C Muncey, Cape Traverse; W H Manson, Summerside; Joseph Noonan, Albany.

eae Sa BIRTH.

At No. 1, Coburg Road, Halifax, on the Sth inst., the wife of William Dennis, of a son. At Charlottetown, on the 12th inst, the wife of A. Macdonald, of a son. At Red Point, on the 9th inst., the wife of Alex. Robertson, M. P. P., of a daughter.

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MARRIED At Charles Street church, Halifax,.en the

of the bride, assisted by Rev. J. L Dawson, Fred. G. Morris to Annie May, daughter at James C. Hills, of Halifax.

DIED. _ This morning, in this city, Edgar Carlyle, infent son of J. W. and Laura J. Young, aged seven months. _ At Crapan? oa Tuesday morning, the 8th inst., Dougiass Newsom, aged nine months, second chiid of Warren and Edith Newsom.

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The fall stock of men’s and boys’ cloth- ing at J. B. Macdonald’s will surpass any ever shown by him both in quantity and quality.

Apples and Tomatoes. BY Ss Senn Thursday, at

20 barrels Gravensteins,

10 “ Choice Canadian Fruit,

25 boxes Tomatoes, very choice.

Positive Sale.

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l4th inst., by Rev. B. H. Hills, M. A., uncle!

KING'S COUNTY EA HIBIE —=>1891-—>—

AND TROTTING RACES. 1200 in Prizes.

YHE Annual Cattle Show and Agricultural and Industrial Exhibition for King’s County, will be heli

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Thursday, October 1st.

All articles for Exhibition must be delivered at the Drill Shed on or before 6 o’clock, p. m., on Wednesdav, 30th September.

All Horses for Exhibition and Racez must be entered on the Secretary’s book before II o'clock, p. m., on Saturday, 26th Septem ber.

Mr. Andrew Lavers, Geergetown, will re- ctive entries of Live Stock at his residence, until 26th September. After that date entries (excepting horses) can be made at the Secre- tary’s office, on the Exhibition grounds, until 1) o'clock, a. m., en October Ist.

The Exhibition Building will be open to the public at 9 e’clock, a. m., on Thursday, lst October. His Honor the Lient. Governor has been invited to attend at 12 o'clock, noon,

The Georgetown Brass Band will play dur- ing the day.

The best of order will be maintained.

THE RACES

‘on the DRIVING PARK at GEORGETOWN will commence at ONE o'clock, p. m., and will include

CO TS, ios . cxdivensctiecsoe Purse $60 Three-Minute Class...:.ccccececee a a | Pour-Year-Oléd Ciae?, 2. cee eeeeveee . * 30

The King’s County Exhibition Association *il also add the sum of $25 to the horse that will make the best time in above classes, and beat the track record of 2.38.

Prize Lists; containing full information as to rules, regulations, etc, and blank entry ‘forms can be obtained from the Secretary, or his assistant at Georgetown, Mr. Andrew Lavers.

Special rates on the P. E. Island Railway ‘from Charlottetown and Souris to George- town ,have been arranged, of which due advertisement will be made.

Return Tickets from Charlottetown or Souris will be issued at $1.00, and from inter- mediate stations at low rates.

Everyone should attend the King’s County Exhibition this year, as the Show promises to be better than usual, and the Races will be keenly contested. Lb. GORDON,

President.

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PROGRAMME

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PRUMENADE CONCERT

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GEO. F. OWEN, Secretary.

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TUESDAY EVENING, SEPT. 22nd,

Will copsist of the following Exercises :

1, os Indian Club ; (b) Damb.

2. Low Bar and Double Parallel Bar.

3. Ladder, Rope and Paraliel Burs Climbing.

4. (a) Tumbling ; (b) Camel Run. . am

5. (a) Spring Board and Hore ; (b) Rings.

6 (a) Single Parallel; (b) High and’ Low Horizontal Bar, '

7. Pyramid Building.

The CITIZEN’S BAND (Gaily aith’s) will

play some choice selectiona during the evenin

ADMISSION, 25 cents; Children under 12 years, 15 cents,

Members free, on r tickets at the door. Pregentation of . their

Performance to begin at 8 o'clock. H. D. JOHNSON, M. D., Secretary. LT. COL. IRVING, President, septl6—3i ws tu

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‘eases of Loss of Appetite, Weak or Painful [ndigestion, ‘ whet Spivits, Fovers of all Linde, and as a General Strengthener of the pate

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FASHIONABLE AUTUMN GOoDs.,

iS We invite your SPECIAL attention to our DRESS

GOODS and MANTLES. BEER BROS,

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ISHES to call the attention of the public 2 the fact that he has someth’ng spegia] this year in Stock and Lasts for Custom Work. Also that we make any siple substance or quality of a Boot or Shoe you my require, from Men’s largest tize to a Child’s Boot, and at-the most. reescnakle prices ; and would ren.ind parents spd others that now is the time to get your Kali Boots made, and we claim to be the ony. house in the city that turns out GENUINE HAND-MADE CUSTOM WORK. = We would respectfully ask all who require anything in the above line to give usq Orders filled up to time. Good Fit. Best Value. Lowest Prices. REPAIRING cf all kinds promptly done.

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CAMPBELL'S QUININE WI |

Is the Best Proof of the Esteem in whieh it is Held.

weakened by Changes of the Season. ss .

§ : It is lito tea remember that tleere are many so-called Quimine — - that the GREAT ORIGINAL is CAMPVELL'S, ant that_the ee a signature upon the label. CAMPBMLL'S QUININE WINE hess “me 2m years’ standing.

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THURSDAY, 17th inst,

for instruction on the Violin aud Piano on.

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