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Local and Other ttems, |

the best Boots and At Gass’

WHERE can you vet Shoes for the least money ?

A Hanvsome Lreacy.--By his will, the late Mr. R. b. Peake left to St. Peter’s Church in this town a legacy of $1,000.

Epwakp Harnis, of St. Peter's Boys’ School. has passed the matriculation ex- amination of King’s College, Windsor, Nova Scotia.

Trr literary and musical entertainment in St. Paul's Schoolroom was pretty well attended. Some of the pieces were good and well rendered.

Tne regular train ran off the track after leaving Souris this morning. It was right- ed lite this afternoon, and may be expected in the city at 8 o'clock this evening.

Sr. Pacw’s SeaooLtroom will be the centre of attraction on Tuesday evening. AA first- class concert is to be given there by Mr. Earle (see advertisement). Get your tickets at Dr. Dodd's or Apothecaries Hail.

THe Hype Evsrare.—Woodstock, Carleton County, N. B., claims a number of heirs to the Hyde estate of $10,009,000. The Times says: «There is said to be some persons in Moncton who are in for a slice of this snug little sum.”

THE schooner G. W. Moore, Captain Nole, from Boone Bay, on the 21st, with 400 barrels of herring and 250 qtis. codfish, arrived at North Svdney, making the run in the short time of 20 hours. Capt. Noel reports fish very scarce at the Bay, and that all the vessels had lett with the exception of the schooner Lettie, of Charlottetown. Capt. Noel alse reports that the people of the Bay are in much better circumstances this winter than they were last.

Tue mails which left this city at midnight on Thursday did not arrive at Cape Traverse til! 2 o'clock yesterday, owing to heavy roads anl stormy weather. The mails which left A lac the evening previous did not arrive at Cape Tormentine till 2 o'clock yesterday after- noon, therefore the couriers could not cross trom either side. To-day being very stormy, they did not make any attempt to cross, and the mails may not be expected in this city earlier than to-morrow night.

A Nosgtr [vxstrretion.—Since its founda- tion the National Lifeboat Institution has con- tributed to the saving of 26,05! shipwrecked persons, for which services it has granted 9380 gold and silver medals and pecuniary awards to the amount of £56,840. Last year its life- boats saved 471 lives and put seventeen ves- sels out of danger, and rewards were paid for the saving of 145 persons by fishers and water- men. Though 12,000 men put out in the so- ciety’s 269 hieboats last year, not a life was lost.

Tar Fiersr Surmesxr or Catrie.—The first shipmert of Canadian cattle for England, via Halifax, took place by the weekly mail steamer Austrian, which sailed at three o’clock on the afternoon of the 2lst. The shipment consisted of 16 head, from the farm of Mr. T. (. Patterson. late of the Toronto Mail, of an average weight of 1,900 lbs. They were on exhibition at WKeating’s market, and were viewed and admired by hundreds of citizens. The cattle were located in pens in the fore- castle of the Austrian, and were got on board without any difficulty. They are worth 4c.

r lb. in Toronto, and have been sold in Eng- and at l6c., live weight. If this lot pays, Mr. Patterson will ship 200 head, via Halifax, | in th spring.

Tue American House of Representatives is renewed once in two years ; the French Cham- ber one in four vears; the German Reichstag, the Prussian Diet and the Hungarian Diei once in three years; the Italian Chamber once in five years ; the Canadian Parliament once in six years; while in Great Britain the nominal period of the elective House is seven

ears. ‘the Spectator and some other English

iberal journals are advocating a reductiun in the term from seven to five years, on the

round that the Government will thereby be Hoaght more thoroughly under the control ot the people. Ii the Canadian term had been two years shorter, Mr. McKenzie’s Govern ment would have enjoyed the sweets of office during so much less time, and the country would have saved an enormous sum.

Srarvarion.—The Montreal Witness says : “A very sad incident, whieh forcibly indi- cates the terrible destitution and consequent misery which exists to a greater or less extent in our midst, has been brought to the notice o1 our reporter. The other day a_ gentiemau passing a lane running into Mansfield street observed a man picking bunes out of a swil! barrel left out for the scavengers, and actually

nawing off every nutritious morsel from the Chase with ravenous eagerness. So wrapt wa- the poor man’s attention with what he was doing that, his back being partially turned tv the street, he appeared to be quite oblivious to his surroundings, for he did not notice our In- formant. We can vouch for the unexaggerat- ed truth of this story, incredible as 1t may seem.”

Fraxcis McLxop, Michael Purcell and James Praught were arraigned before tha Stipendiary Magistrate this forenoon, on complaint of Edward Halligan, for assault. It appears that a wedding took place at Haliigan’s, Dorchester Street (west), on the 7th of January, inst. About nime o'clock in the even n;a gang of disorderly youths githered about the piace and organized a charavavi. Praught, who was not among the invited, entered the house and was ol- dered out. He suggested that he would not go, and, further, that there was not a man in the house able to put him out. Whereupon, the groom arose and roughly relieved him of that impression of his abil- ity. Pranght, assisted by McLeod anu others, then broke the door of the house. The son of the prosecutor came to the broken dvor with an axe in his hand, but went back into the er 9 - doing any harm. He reappeared on the street, ont was violently attacked by McLeod, Praught and Purcell. His father went tu

his assistance, but, before he could render *, in the head and

any, he was strack felled to the ground. His sun was beaten in a cruel and desperate manner, and, from the effects of the assault, confined to bed for a week, under medical attendance. McLeod, Praught and Purcell were each sentenced to one month’s imprisonment,

with hard labor.

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Assignment— Banking —East- ern Affairs, ete.

Ortawa, Jan. 24. Mr. Capell, the Ottawa partner of Mr

come to an arrangement with Mr. Tilley, as Finance Minister, looking to permission being granted to the Banks to purchase their own stuck. The report that such is the case has helped to arrest the panicky feeling in Bank stocks existing in Montreal.

The Vice-Regal party will arrive here to- morrow. On their arrival, the Board of Trade will present an address to the Gov- ernor-General.

§ Paris, July 24.

Paul Morine, life member of the French Senate, is dead. He was a Republican.

Lonvon, Jan. 24.

A Vienna correspondent telegraphs that Rustchuk advices report that a motion will be passed in the Bulgarian Assembly to postpone the election of a Prince to rvle over the Province until Bulgaria aad Roumelia are united.

St. Pererspure, Jan. 24.

The ‘‘Golos” says that England is de facto Sovereign in Afghanistan, and has every chance tor carrying through her plans in Asiatic Turkey.

The ‘Gazette’ says Yakoob Khan has fled from Afghanistan.

A Battle Song of Life.

Ox, brother, in the mighty strife—the strife ‘twixt right and wrong,

And fight for what is good and true amid life’s battling throng ;

Nor let thy manhood’s vigor shrink beneath the atheist’s sneer

Or bigot’s frown, but onward work with pur- pose high and clear.

From out the mighty spirit’s sphere eternal voices ring,

With sweetest music in our ears, and urge us, while they sing,

To win the grandest victory this life on earth eer gave—

The freedom of the soul from all the passions that enslave.

Avoil the antics of the fool, the trappings of the gay,

Whose jingling sounds and glittering sheen allure but to betray ;

Nor trust in armors triple coat nor brands of polished steel—

"Twas but a stone from out the brook that made the giant reel.

But go thou forth in simple guise, in native strength of mind,

And let tue pennon of thy course float meekly on the wind,

And take the place where duty bids, wherever that may be,

And there in deeds inscribe the words, ‘‘ God and Humanity.”

Many the foes, within, around, that seek our manhood’s fall ;

Then slumber not on bed of ease, but rouse thy forces all

And conquer self, so that thy life throughout its years may give .

Some sweet reflection of His love who died that we might live.

Amid the fight, kneel down by those who sink upon the tield

Weary and wounded with the strife, with broken spear aud shield ;

And wipe with tender hands the brow, and | staunch the blood's swift flow,

And from the gourd of sympathy # soothing draught bestow.

Mock not at tears, for ah! who knows what strength of heart may lie

Behind the briny drop that steals from out a manly eye ?

Nor seek to mar, in thoughtless mood, by reckless jest or guile,

The glory of a maiden’s love, the beauty of her smile.

Onward, then brother, in the strife; fight on, hope on ; the close

Of thy life’s struggles shall bring round a soft and sweet repose ;

What though it seems as yet far off; the battle fierce and long

Will cease at last, and o’er thy head shall burst the angel’s song.

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Special Notices.

Curver’s Pocker INHALars cure Catarrh. Bronchitis, Asthma, Hoarseness, and all dis- eases of the throat and lungs. Sold at the Apothecaries’ Hall. jan 24—tf

Pickies, in bulk, 12c. a pint, at Beer and Goffs

Buy your Flour at Beer & Goff's. Ir will pay you to buy your Dry Goods at J. B. MecDonald’s.

Gotpen Syrup, 10c. a pint, at Beer and Goff’s.

Every one in search of Cheap Goods should go to J. B. McDonald’s.

For Bargains in Ladies’ Shawls and Furs |

go to J. B. MecDonald’s.

Died.

At Montrose, on the 2nd inst., Mr. James Profit, aged 60 years.

At Cascumpec Village, on the 14th inst., Mr. William Warren, senr., aged 75 years.

At Campbelton, Lot 4, on Wednesday, the 3th inst., after a long and very severe illness, Mary, relict of the. late Joseph Ashley, and eldest daughter of Mr. James Broderick, in the 42nd year of her age. Requiescat in pace.

~ NWOTICH. —

UR BUSINESS, from this date, will be conducted strictly on the CASH

SYSTEM. MacEAcHery & Co., |

‘‘Trpall is WAREEOUSE.”

“2 EOS

SPECIAI

-~AT THE—

150 Pairs Canadian

ALL WOOL BLANKETS !

are being closed out very low.

THE BALANCE OF

Ladies’ Mantles and Ulsters,

at a great reduction, to clear.

The Balance of,

WINTER SHAWLS !

very low, to clear.

The Balance of

Ladies’ Fur Gays = Muffs.

GENTS’ FUR CAPS,

greatly reduced, to clear.

A Lot of Ladies’ Black

QUILTED SKIRTS

marked down, to clear.

MEIN’S

Flannel Shirts UNDERSHIRTS

--AND-~

DRAWERS!

VERY CHEAP.

COTTON

BED-TICKINGS

SPLENDID VALUE,

just received by ‘‘ Northern Light.”

READY-MADE

DEPARTMEN|

Unusually Good Value in

ULSTERS, OVERCOATS,

REEFERS, &.,

A Lot of

Boys’ Reefing Jackets,

at $2.00 each, very low to clear them out,

Good useful Goods at Great Bargains.

GEO, DAVIES & CO,

Jan, Ist, 1879—~city pa lm

Jan. 14, 1879.

Leen on

GREAT

_ AUCTION SALES.

GLEARANCE SALE BANKRUPT SALE.

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Glendenning, of Montreal, has made an | assigninent, It is said that Sir Francis Hincks has | “i

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From this Date.

DECEMBER 29, 1878,

FOR CASH ONLY,

AT A DISCOUNT OF FROM

20 to 25 Fer Cent.,

FOR ONE MONTH,

—THE—

Following Goods !

French Merinos, French Delaines, French Cashmeres, French Twills, Parmattas, Henrietta Cloth, Persian Cerds, Brilliantines, Lamas, Lustres, Russel Cords,

FANCY DRESS GOODS!

Anglais Merinos, Balmoral! Crapes, Crapes, Dress Cloths, Mantle Cloths and Ulster Cloths,

Plain, Checked, Fancy and Striped

WINGEYS !

Silk Velvets, Velveteens, Black Silks, Colored Sills, Fancy Silks, Liadies’ Skirts, Corsets, Ties, Faney Weve Goods,

SEA Wis,

ONE HALF PRICE, RIBBONS, Artificial Flowers and Feathers !

ONE HALF PRICZ. Ladies’ Ulsters. Ladies’ Jackets and Mantles, Blue Seryes (ali wool), Scarlet Flannels, oe Wool Scarfs and Ties, Umbrellas, Jeans, Tickings, Shirtings. Ladies’ Cloth and Kid Gloves, Ladies’ Skating Gloves.

Brussels Carpets, Tapestry “ 2-ply Scotch * 3-ply Scotch “ Union “ - 4-4 Hemp “ 6-4 Felt 6 4-4 Felt - 5-8 Stair “ 2-4 Stair “ Felt Crumb Cloths, Linen Crumb Cloths, Stair Damask, Curtain Damask, Curtain Reps, Table Damasks and Table Linens, Toilet Covers, Blankets,

Counterpanes & Bed Covers.

CURTAINS!

In Muslin and Lace—Very Cheap. Damask, Turkey, Cloth and Felt

TABLE COVERS!

OIL TABLE CTOTH, FLOOR OIL CLOTH. Buff, Green and White Window Hollands, Ladies’ Fur Muffs, from Fifty-six cents, in Musquash, Monkey, Badger, Chinchilla, Imitaticn Seal, Grebe, Imitation Mink and Mink. Men’s Made Clothing, Hats, Fur Caps, &.

Shirts, Underclothing, and a variety of articles too numerous to mention.

J.D. MASON & CO.,

QuEEN SrTReEer.

Charlottetown, Dec. 30, 1878—

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‘The Insolvent Act of 1875 and Amending Acts. —

| | In the matter of James Larter, an Insolvent.

URSUANT to an order granted by His

Honor the Judge of the County Court of {Queen's County, dated this 18th day of Jan- juary, A. D., 1379, I willsell at PUBLIC AUC- : TION on the premises, on the south side of : Queen square, lately occupied by the above insolvent.

On Monday, the 27th day of January,

instant, at 11 o'clock, in the forenoon,

All the Stock in trade of the said James Larter, consisting of

1 mre) PAIRS Men’s, Women’s, Misses eedUand Children’s Boots, Shoes and

Slippers, assorted; 400 pairs Men’s, Women’s,

and Children’s Rubber and Felt Boots and

Overshoes. Sides Enylish Kipp and Leather,

Cork Soles, Polish, Shoe Lasts, Shoe Pegs,

Sewing Machine, Crimpin Machine, Rolli

Machine, Shop Lamps, 3 Stoves, 1 Lounge

a variety of useful articles suitable for a shoe

store, B. WILSON HIGGS, Assignee. Ch’town, P. E, Island, Jan, 20, 1879.

BANK STOCK.

I WILL SELL AT AUCTION, ON

Friday, the dist instant,

At 12 o'clock, at my Sale Room, 40 Shares in Union Bank of P. §.1

WILLTAM DODD, Auctioneer.

Ch’town, Jan. 22, 1578. 3i

“Get THE BEST.” 1879. i879.

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REMOVAL!

J QUIRK has removed his shop to new @). building, two doors to the right. Ch’town,

Wants, Lost, Found, scr,

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OARDERS WANTED —Several 1 sons can be accommodated with in a private house. Apply at the Examiner Office. ; 5 Jan. 23—

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