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INDEX.

CITY OF LONDON.

Forest City Maoliiim Workii, (liio.
Wlilto

And«i'HAn,.T.Ti. & Cn.,hliMlIen, etc. ua

Arnoiitt. It iV Co., taniivry .1 tU

AtkliiH iV MsniiftHH, vlunr iiiaiihi f. Ii7

Msiik of HrltlHli Ndrtli Aiiuirioa.'. 07

Hank (if I.oikIiui in Canaila 4r>

Hank of Montroal 9U

HartiMii, W. H.. harrUter 00

Heck. Wni. & Co., Ontario olH^T

box workB 791 Uonld & Htratf.ird.iilaHterern.Bto

Hed<liinio& Hrown, iimuranoe KllOrant Honnn, .;. C. Onnit

Heecli, H., entiravur. tiolipltor of |<»rave«, O.K., Interior ilm'orationH

petentn. etc '. nHiOroenaway .(aH, Htm liuatlnu.oti

HeoclKir HroH.. liot air furmiceH... (W ""•■'"<•

Heltiin, .IftH. H., Iiiinliur.latli, etc. H4

!KI

I' ra»er * Kram-r, barrlntuw tiH

(•r.iHtir Million mi

Krluml, .)., baknr ami confuotioner lU

Knlcliur, ./., livory hi'p

(larilnor ft Olvcr, printera, «to ... Kl

• lllloan, TlioiiiiiH, Jiiwi'llnr 71

Bennett KnruiHiiInu Co

Bon Ton Livory, It. Heimton M

Howniaii ft Co., coal and-Wnoil 51

Brailfiird, A., wlinliiHalt and retail

confectioner 7!i

Hrentoii, T., fnrnlture 6a

»r. Kiiijiire Mutual I.ifg Ahh. Co. (11

Brock, W. A., KunHiiiitii tti

HrvdKCR, C. K., real cKtato, etc •4.)

llnniH ft LewlH, wlmale clotliiem 111
Kutlcr, It. ft Hon. InHUrancuuKouta liKi

( allard, J., dnigKiKt (in

Caniiiron, A. D., coal and wood ... HH

Canada Chemical Manf^ Co B«

Canada Lift) AxHnrani'o Co DO

Carrie, W. L., bookiiiOlur, etc HI

Cash ft ('o fancy dry Moodd 74

Chapman, Chan., linokliinder, etc. H7

Chapman, . I., pliotoKrapher HZ

Chapman. .1. H. ft Co,, dry (joodn M

Clarence House. H. .M. Hyaii HH

CleKhorn 4 Co., fniitu, iito (W

Cole, A., wood turner, etc ft")

i^olwull, I'. K., iiiiiHical mduB Sit

Confederation Life AxHociation,

G. K. Itoherston OH

Connor. TliomaH, meats SK!

Cooper, Frank, photographer .Ml

Cooper, ,/ohn, photoKnipher Hrt

Cooper, H., Devonshire dairy Kl

Cousiys House, Col. .1. Cole H'2

Cox ft Co., stock brokers Wl

<"raddoek, G., architect 74

Crawford, C. A. ft Co., wholesale

millinery 70

Crogsman, E. A., artist (M

Dart, R., carriage manufacturer 91
Darvill, D. ft Co., fndr, machinist M
Davis, H. ft Soil, watchmkrH, etc. Hs!

Ptinu, .James, harness, etc 97

Dwyer. VVm. .Vf., uiarblo works... 48.
De la Hooke, Kd., transportii agt. .I?
Denton, ,1. M„ merchant trtltor ... (10

Dominion Haby CarriaKe Co 44

Edy, Hrothers.jihotoKraphers 7H

Elcetropathic Institute, Dr. .J.O.

Wilson 95

Empire Oil Co 9(1

Escott, T. H. & Co., whlsale gcrs. ii

Federal Life Assurance Co 62

Ferguson Bros, lumber 4:1

FerMUson, John & Son, furniture

and 'jndertakers ^'4

Fessenden Hros.. Hewing nmchines

>.M

vay

(1 N.-W. TeleKraph Co

(Ireer A- WlKmnre, wall paper, etc

Grinith. Tunis, lumber

GriKK House, Hamiuil (itlnu

(lurd; J. ft Hon, Kiimuakers

(lunn,(l. M.ft Hon,iiiKiiriinceaiid

shipping aKents

Halle, W. ft Co., pianos, ele

HaHel^rovo ft .Imies. liKiir iimnfs.
Haskett, H., hiiiiHe and hikii ptr,
Heaimm, (leu., larriiiiie builder, .
Heard, \V. H. ft Co .plumber, etc.
Hintcui, Williaiii, furniture, etc. .
Hisoox'R HlK Livery, H. T. Hiscox
Hiibbs, Osborn ft Hoblis, hard-
ware, glass, etc

Hookway, U. 4 Co. Moiir.traiii.etc
Howard, T. W. ft U, H., pictures,

frames, etc

Hunt HroK..i)n«lilce,cottl and wood
Hunt, .(. K., bed and mattrass fcty

Hunt, .;. r. artist ' pii

HuronftMiddlesexMutual 1 ire Ins N7

Hyimin. C. s ft Co., ta us and

boot mauufacturers 77

.lewuU, (i K., accnimtiiut 7.')

.lolinston. .lames, imti'lirr 811

.loiies ft Wall, auction and 00m-

missiiin merchants (Ui

Kennedy. James ft Co., wholesale
druKgists (10

Kirchiiier, Frank, bill poster .10

Knight. C. F-, tiUKeon dentist (id

hordes. K H., bindery 75

Liicey, K. F, boot and shoe uppers 4H

Law, Joiin, bell and lirass fndr... Wi

Lea, James H., mfg. cimfectioner 4(!

Le Bel, J. D., lumber 4h

Vtnp.

.Marsh, T.Herbcrr.wnlsalc harmiHs 4(1
Miiisliall llniB.lliie I'saiidcdtleeH !i;i
Meddowcrafl.'W. H , mercht titllnr Ki
Milne, ,1. ft .1, |{,, loan, real estate

and iiiMiiriinee agents uh

Milrov, Williair artist 70

Miiirhead ft (iartley, Doni. Mills... 7a

Nelles. Dr., siirgeoii dentist n«

77 Newnioii. .\. A., boots iind shoes ,

f)l lOntarloCiii Slid Fo hv Co

Ontario Invest iiH^nt AsMiciiitInn

Ontario Mutual Vwv ins. Co

Orville. I'rot. Olin, iiiedicsl ii^iso
I'almer. Fd., cigars mioI billiards
I'aiker, T. It., tiiins|Miitiition and

illsuriuire

I'ayiie. Williiiiii, l)ii-\i'les ,,,,!'!"!."'
I'ea.C'e. Jolili S, A ( o , seeii mc'llts

I'erkiii, .biincs. biiii'licr

retliick ft- .MiUon»ld,nieiit tnilora

4H
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49
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I'histow. HioH.. plumbers, etc 9ti

riewes, \\ I Ilium', lb.

rowell, (1 ,\ Hon, niarlil^ works

I'riddls Itr.. tilers, drv goods..

yuick, Holiei I, family biiti'iier

' iV Co.. whfeKale Htatnrs

411

99
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7«
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Held Bros .

Hold, W, .1 ,V Co., crorkery. etc.. #4^
^ lidbert.siiti .V Co., dry goods \ti

9:1, UobitiKcin, Little ,V Co.. dry gnnds !IH
llowlniid. Kie.il ii-k. piii-k piicki'r .v.

79} Kydir. (i, Iv, fiiiiiilv biiti'licr ...

,'i(iiHftiiiibv,.l 1) . Noitli HiMiicli Mills

94 1 Hehniiii. 11. li.. ii,>m. di'lective.

Hliiler, .liiiiii's. iMal.~.ler. etc

Hiiialliiiiiti Slid liigiaiii. dry goods

and milliiu ry

Kmith, A. M. ft Co., whin grocers
Hinitli, Ab'X.. can-iiige hardware

Hniilli Brotlieis, plniuber, etc

Bomnrville, ('. U.,iiaper and fancy

boxes ;

H|icnce. Win., stovi's, tinwHre, etc 1110

St. NicholiiK Hotel .w

Hteveiihon. l)r.,I.M,,gcti drugstore
Htockwell, (i, Kteatii dve works...
Hwitzer. Miss Ada, liai'r goods..
Tackabcrry ft \Vigmore,irr'ess,otc

Taylor, F,. A., bookseller, etc

Teeumseli House, Chas. W. Davis,
manager

70
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71
70

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94
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Lenox,'j,, merchant tailor ...!!!!! ini Tciinett, .1 H., veterinary stir

U.,imp.of diamonds HO

London Ileal Estate and Agency

Association 44

London Soda Water Works ». SKI

London Temperance Coffee House ■ HO

JtcCallum, C, druggist 07

McCormiek & Hnua. grnce.rinK.otr S!

.. j McCutcheson, W.H. ft-Co., grocers 74

pianos, etc Nl .McDonald. Jerry, restaurant 7.5

Fltzgerald,8candrettftCo.,groeer9 44 McElhoran ft-McCami,actioneers 97

Forest Oity BuHiness Collogo 49!McFarlane's Hotel, J. K. (Sosling 77

Forest City Wire Works.K.Dennis 9fi|MeGloghion, W. D., jeweller, etc. OH

fox, John, scale mi'nufacturer... 94 McLaren ft- hMtzgerald, sur dent>< HO

London . I I'etrolea Barrel Works (W 1"'""'i|"<"». < . .

London Brewery. John Laliatt... J.'i Tliorbiirii, .1. A., groceries

London Biisiuess College .'.. 04 Trobilcoik, F. T., wholesale and

London Cigar Manufacturing Co. 70 maniifiictuiiug jeweller 81

London Drug Co m; Trebilcock, ,1. ('., groceries..., 76

London brush Factory .W Walliice. itolicrt, clothier 74

London Feed Co, J.C. ilallidaj... 7,^, Warren, ,1. T,, butcher 79

London Loan Company 07 Ue.stman, A., hardware 87

London Machiiio To(d Co 05; Western Ontario Watch, Clock

and Optical Emporium,

Murray ft Co

Wilson, Nicholas ft Co., tailors.eti)
WoodclltTe,Mrs.H., fruits, llo'rB,eto
Woodward, c, bkr and confcct'nr
Woolvertr))!, s _ "iirgeo!! dentiHt...
Wright ft' l)iiraiid."iiuilders and
contractors

Wright, John, stock broker Wj

Wyatt, Will., stoves, tinware, etcBj "
Yeo, N. F., wholesale and retail
china f§

iiooHC^

Albion Hotel
Allen llniH , a
Hrignall.Thr
(iBluilonInn I
Cllpshaiii. .1
Oookbiirn, In
Cockbiirn, .1.
Oraveiihurst
Uayiior, .lose
Hill's Hbingli
King, II. It , I
Marler, (I. I'
Muskoka and

gallon ''o.,
Muskoka I'lal
.Mickle, Uvmi
Mawrv, 11 It.
McKlni. W A
Palmer, \V'.. 1
Hhea, I' , bi,.,t
Hcotl ft llniH
The Mi'Miinii

her Co

Tolen, (leorgi

lil{A(

Hracebndge \

Bird

Braccbriilge I'

Cooper

Brown, (leorg<
Bowver. H. H.,
DillJ. W.gei
ililliiian ft Cii
Hunt, Alfred,
Kinsoy, W. W,

etc

llohinson. T., I
Tilson. C. W., 1
Warner ft Co ,

MUSKi
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PORT

.lohnston, W. J
Kttibbs, F. D., g
VaiidebergHou

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ClevelaiKls, C. ,1

PORT f

I'losjio House

WINI

Boyd .;. H., gum
J'ife House, l)a\
"Wlddermere Ho

HUNl

Dominion Hotel
Dr. Howland, .M.

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HimtsvilleandL

gallon iloute,/
The Huntsvillc .

Watsoij

Huntsvillo Hosp

■'i M.D.c.M :.

Lakeview Summ

iluiidursoii

* May, H. H., hard'

. 1 oronto and ^

Thomaa A. Bir

nlnnlr linrniwii m

iHaiid cDlti-fiN HI

. liiiirclit tiillcii' Hi
UN, lunl eKtati>

uciitH m

rllHt 70

V.DniM. MIIIm... 711

I ilcntiHt fW

itH iirjd nliiiim.. 4H

'iiiiili'.v Co M

It AHhdcilltlDII 41)
I'l' IIIK. <'(> flH

iiM'ilical tiMHo... 7:)
iind liilliiirdH hm
IHii'tiitiuii mill

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yidi'H 70

II . iri'd iiirlltH Nl)
I'lliT Kl

il.iiii'ht iniliirN ri2

inliors, tdc iW

■iir 4(1

iiild^ wiirkN .. iiy

ry hiiiiiIh ml

lyliuti-lii'r 711

ili'Hiili' HiatiirH iri
rockiTv, (di'.,, 4H<

ly wiiiidH ihi

11., dry (.iiitidH '.IK
|ini-k|mrki'i'... M

liiilidicr 711

llniiii'li MillH 4:1
1. didi'flivi'... lU;

■lor, otr m

nil, dry ^oikIh

114

wlilo (,'roriirH ml
iKi' liiirdwiire 71

iiilirr, etc 70

piir and fane V

, linwiiie. uti! 1110

[ciidriiKKtidu (iU
dyii works... W

lairuoiids 1)4

irii.irr'rHs.etf r>l

ellor, ote .'),)

IftH. SV. UiiviH,

liiiiry BUI- W

.ofdiainomls Hll

jprics 77

licili'sulo and

.liir 81

I'l'in-iiis,.., 76

tliior 74

ur 79

mo H7

atoll, Clock
)iiniii, A 8.

i.,tailoi-s,eto Hfl
lIlK, llo'i-H.oto H3
d oiuifoct'nr 91

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HiihliTs and

liroki'r M

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iirKimii, I hoiiiHH.wii^.iiri iii,ik,.r ljt\
««Uiilon 1,111 lli.iiw., ,l,din NImii. 121
(llimliHiii, .1. II ,, iMirnau.' Imllilrr VJf2
( imkliiiiu, lnaar, liiiiiln'r, iitr V£i

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nravmiliiiiHl Hkrv. Mm SIuKumh Ii!4

'.?.!."'"'• ■'"""I'll. "•widliT Id's

HUIhMIiIiikI.. Mill ,t,

KIOH, II n,l,m,.h„r ■ 1.^1

Marli'r, (I, I',, K,„„,r.i| Mioi-i, ivii

MiiBkoka and Oi'ort'ian Hay .Navl

«»''"," ','','■; ^ I' Coiklinin I'jl

MilHkokal'laln K .Mil|„, T|i,,s (lalo PJI
Mliklii, Dyimmt A Sou. liniiliur l-jn
Mawry, It l< ,< Hon. foiinilry , lai

Mchliii, W. A , i;i.niiial Ktorp Iiil

l'aliii..r. W,. wriiiM'i- i.^,-,

HlU'a, 1'. IpiHitHand mIiooh ,., ijd

Mrott A Mriiwii, Ihciy i.>2

Iliii Milluiniiy & l.n'yoouk Iiiiiii-

IKT Co • ,,-

Toluii, (luorHu, driiM«liit"!!!![!!'.!!r.! |2ti

liKACKJMUDGM.

Woolirn MIIIh, H,

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MIDLAND.

HMIfLIN.

Tim W'dHliiri

II llolland
WilllaiiinMn. A
Taylor. C I, I
lilailHtanit llotmu',

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Hank of CaiiHiU, Mvrlln K.ilt Hoot Co..

'',"»V*f,"' l:i7iTliii Kl.y Nov.dty Work-

/j •"'""'" I'"!' 1:. Mfdarvlii A Co.,
l.H, di.ntUl 1:17 irunkH. nil'

W. li (I Ihi I

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!■,>, ■'?"'',","i ", '• . Ilorim nnil nnimory! 100

IIH Maidilrr, ,/ 1;. Iim, »K,.ia ||)||

Diiiiki. A Co , (jroriirliM |iu

A'liliriint, ()lii)rlioltziiriilrCi>.,i(ho«ii,

<di' no

Htn|ilnin, .). W',. idwar infr ' 110

l)r.,miai.,d Kri«. A Hall u„n„r. 1:«. H^llTZ":;:^];^^''''" '''''^''' ""
lliHlu.i, A,.l , dry H Ih ,|i K|„ii, ,(,„ ' '

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City CarrlaK.i Workn, l)ii«oinii A I'l'ar,

Haliiniant |;(i| dnod.

... ito«ra|ihiir ... Ill)
liiilrlmr |||

Coiilidaiid A HmiH, Krain iiiiditH
CorliiMiii HroK.. fiirnitiirK
I'ayldHiin. 1>., Innilior iiii'rihaiit

(JBorKlan Hay lloiiwi.clias licvHn 1411
Nt'ttlMton, CliaM.,A.,ilrn)<«iHt lia

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Hlid

HracidirldKu I'iainini,' .MIIlN.JailioH

' iioi'i'r |,K|

Hrowii. (icorMu H. W.. nndurtttkiir Ij'i
HowyiT, II. S,, HHillrr. idc. pn

U .1. \V .»;..mirHl iiimiliant I.^i

llilliiian A Co., Iiarilwarii l,«i

Hunt, Alfrt'd, liaiikiT and lirokur llkl
MnHoy, \\ , W., HewiiiK niaidilnuM,

6tc |,,.^

IloliliiHoii.T, limit and nIio.. inkr
iilii luathcr luiifr

O'Uullly, t;. |.;. * (•„,, dry ^>„„d», IConiinuruliil llot.d, ,I»fol.|

i.y.ii'r''"" "■ '■'■"•'" •""',„ ''™l<l".A'Hlr.';wAH,.nH,l,nilil.,r.

lani V t,oiiilH 141 |\\hii I'HK, < i<o .\ .ti-i.iit hiiwIiili

Ml t . Hoik .ManufHiaurliiK Co., ' niaihln... . ^

liiiiilH'r. •",,,,,■■■; "0 ''ii'il. l''ri'di'riiK. ciuar iiianiifai'i'r

I miiipHon.W Kll dryKoolM-tc 111 Walnrloo lonal ink.. . no k'hI . r
IliomiiMon, Win .M.K.incralHior.i IIJ Oni Mninni I .U. \7mv;Z',Vr,,\

WiilU, W. A Hon. dcntNiK

ll'J

11:1
1 1.1
111
III

TilHon, c. w.
Warnur A Ci

Kanli and door fflry l.ll

TOWN OF JIANOVKIt.

Hall, .loliii. jdwi'lliir Ill

(iii.pdi'vii, i;dHaiil.\ . Kt'imral Mtoru I l.'l
(iiiodi'Vo. Willlain H , driiUKiHt .. 141
Haiiovi.r Tanniiry, duo. Ilolinurr I l.'l
.MiirkliiiKiir, C, mtdlcr and liar-
ni)«K niakii

I.KI .Mi'Millaii. ,1

l;iu! jiiHoll

llciliriii.i.r l'hilli|i,HtovoKartil tin 114

14;i

l.Ml

MUSK OK A LAKE
J)iSTl!UT.

POUT CAULINO.

.(oliiiHton, W. .1., boat iMiilde"-... . 1:15
htuliliH, |..I)., m,||,,r„i„,^,r„i|„i,, ,.,,,

\andid)eri,'HiiiiHi,,(;.W.Vandul,i.rK i:)4

CLEVKLANU.
Clevolaiids, C. J. Miniudt, prop

I'OKT BANDFIKLD.

rriiKpo HouHu, Enoch Cox, prop 1.1.-,

WINDKUMEUE.

Bovd .». U., 1,'um.ral nii'relmiit l.n

Hfe Honso, Dayid Kife. proi) 134

i\Viddcrniuro Hoiiso, TIioh. Aitkim 130

HUNTSVILLE.

Diiniinion Hotel, p. Coinvay.prop 1.12
& H a"" '""'• '^I " -^'M-i M.li C.li.

HiuitHyiiie and 'LakuofilayH Navi-
gation liontu.A. Danton.

WaVs""'"^'"'' ^""'^ ^^°"'' ^ ^■

""■'{jyi'iv' Ho'spi taV,' j': ■ Vv: Hart;

ftl.U.CM

Lakeviow Siinniier HotnicaDttt'ii

lIOUdul'Hou

May, H. H., liardwar'e nVercimiVt
loronto ft„d NipissiiiK Hotel,
.Thuinaa A. Itirtch

w,m* Ill

Aliixiin.lrr lloimo, .iH^.AIoxandtir 11.1
Martin, .lohii. iniin naiit tailor. 11.1
Howniiin llouHo, H /Ininiornisn lli5

(lUELl'H.

watcliinaker and

I'lU'i', KolMTt. \i\i'VyZ'.'.'.'.'.'.'.','. "'.'."" il",
Stoiiu, .ioliii H.. Ki'miiai Btorii !' ! nil
HtarlMiroiiKli llutel, U. 1). Mid-

''""«'' llc'Walt.r liiiHli AR

; Davids., n Ciiurl

COLLINGWOOD

I in
111)
in

lie

147

ColliiiKwood Dry Dork. Ship Hiiild-

liiK ami Konmlrv Ccmipiiiiy .
{Uioruian Hay CoiiMolidiiti'd l,uni-
ber Co., .Mulvillu and tUi(,|u.i- ..
(linrii'h & Co., Nottttwa Woolhn

MillH

piartin, .laimiH H., piainiiiii iiiilVii^

I and BaKli and door factory IIH

jOhplnint. D., dru;>Kist 147

|Amiiriian Hotel, P., I. Uwyur.. ...'.' Ml
t'armieliaid. Win., Krocuries iiiid

I proyisionn jii.

Dominion Livery, Holiert iiiii,. ' iii
.Macdoiiald, C. & Son , roller Hour

niillH j |,,

Hiii-Ht, W. T., boots atili' Hh'oe'nifL'H l.n'i
Iriie«iU.ll, H. \., 1,.I).S., dentist... l.'iii

\\ ilBon HroH., planiiiK mill i|(|

W illittiiiH, V. A Co., niffiH of aeam-
less hosiery, etc 1

liiielph an I Ont. Investment and

Kaviinjs Sui'ietV

lloiiper, .lohii, hoVsi. shoes
UoliertHon. Adam A Hon, foundry.
1 lie Noted TeaHlcire, .1. 10. .\lei;iileri

117

11. Imp Oyslers 117

„ ,, ", ,"- .insurauce iin

ilovall, Nathan, undertaker un

Oxuard, Oeo. A , tirket a«ent US

I Ualerloo .Vvemin .Mills .. hh

iMitehell, Uobert. t'rorer ... mj

IIH Central Hotel, .lolin HhukI, . !. . no

Davidson. .lohii. iiisnraiii'e 119

Sallows. Win., blaeksmitli ' m

.Mann, Win . Ilorist 120

CartliMe, ,/oHi)|,h A Co., Klove mf'a! 120

STAYNEU.

Coborn Itros., carriage infKs ..
Haiinders, Win. H.druKH etc
I'etrie, ,Iohn, dry Roods

I,1;i
1,12
1.12

GALT.

HESPKLEI{.

Zryd it Co., hardware and stoves. 101

Krilm, I.., Speed Holler Mills |0I

(■iieiithei'(ieori,'e joj

Karih. H. w., fonndor "iiiiil
iiiuuhiniHt j(jij

AYR.

I'hoAyr lieeorder, A. H Mcltae...
Hilliorii HoiiHii, H. Waldiir...
Murray, .lohn, baker and confoi'-
tioner

BAlUilE.

Kairview Uiewerv, Andertoii, ./as.
Queen s Hotel. Drown, A. W,
Hcthwell, .1. M. i;rain nn.I heeiiit.'.'.'

Cheesman, .lames, ^^'roceries

liciiiKall Hros., furniture ..'.'.'.".'

Fleteber A nrownlee, insurance

and real estate

„ ,. ,, , , ■• Keains, leter, erocor etc

.aiit Musical Inst. lu« Marr. I'red . Ie,ifl,..r flndi, iia":;'.:'
iintl coil

1112
10,1

iia

ia;j

Giddie & McCuIloch, safes . . 101
MesHor A Ward, m'frK shirts, etc" loii
Hume A Co, Kiocorios and hard-
ware ]||,|

Hainniett. T. .1., aii't .Ml

•'^^cJhu.Jr::..!'!':'^'^ '""' "'"■i„7:!i';;Lf/";r'r^'"r'!' ••■■•■•■■•• ««

Mojei, Ur. Sylvester, dentist WlWilhains, K. ll.,-watehuiaker ' .:' ; w

< <i'>

INDEX.

MEAFORD.

Leavens, M., Livery ''^'IS

Heistrop, K., furniture and under:
laKiUK 1^

OWEN SOUND.

PORT ELGIN.

i'Acii:

aiid (ittrdoiiiirs ..

I "rt i;it;i„ n,.»„i, Co., iiji; Hoy;,--

itoyHl Hotel, J, w. staffor, '^ ' ,,,,
MiirinK. i;i)v, (lnii.'L'iHt ,-''

151
IS I

!I5

WALKERTON.

Patterson House, A. Duuean m

LU.yd, Samuel, l.idos and «. o „' ' oi

""."ishVd't'orf "r'''" '"""""•• „ 1,9-''-'",* «""-."'>a.*-dt,

etc *^'""'' ^"«'"">'' «tc.

Johnson Hoiise,' D. ' Oomley («

Cameron, D. A. & Co„ e e ndats "'^

anddruKBists .:.,.."-.'""'"*

M. m" i*''?^' '■"•Iwtakors, etc"

etc ' " * *-'"- '""''"'••

iKraneiH Sim,,.tli, i„f,-. |,i,i. HupplioriM

(.o, lonoh Flour Mills, OgilviL & *

HiitolunMiii) ... ,„,

Hritisli i;.Tcliai,Ke Hotel. G.lV.C'ox' B5

.'olinnutler, tanc.,f;oods,c.tc }*

Abraham Suiitl,, ,„e.-cl,ant tailor m
';'Cra<!iiaii, wrocuries, etc ifie

O. C.

'. Niel<lf, furiiitiiro mfr... ....'.'.' i.%

TEESWATER.

ilii w''!! ^"'"""''■villo, w.>oll(.„ ,„f,,
'w. K. I iioiiiiisoii, saw mills, otc.

N»rMi«M^Hu8inosBCoiieg'o,c;A'.

!)B

IW
IW

Huyli IJimloii.morcliant tailor 107

MITCHELL.

^'I'i'Ilil.Til <"■' •''"';!<" "'"•«''^'i'>'i''ry 168

,v . .^'■""•''' ' ''"* •■^I'll. Andrew
I'orrc.-itur ,^

»m. lU-rr, taunc^ry {gg

Mair&Smiti,. hankers.... "'"-■ \Z ,.-

Cominercinl Hotel, \Vm. Zinger; '

CLINTON

Dolicrty X: (',

i-),'an lufra g

IJN Kicliard I

„ , „ ,„, i.ro,;:::-:::..:"r ■ ""'• '■"""''• „J''"""»'™i&(iiM;i^rVy Roods'

Holmes, Geo. pl.otoHraVlVor !? «• Keeler, jeweller.;: i-^l-K'/'^^Vi'-s, etc ^.■... .^. .*'""'"'•

Wlghtnian, Uobert, druL-mst m

Bebee's Kepository . ^^ '"'

Stoddard J. D., livery
?:?fe_E„8- "hip, s,[pplies

'-^"1 "'«'!" -'il'-wm, (.rain dealer....:.:. 7

WTVriTTATiT I- ■.(•■.""."'-•wine iiiercliant 7

VVINGHAM. •.',.\J'V"''':''"':l^"'-.vandBl,iKsware 7

^u^'r&^V^^'i'?-!^''*'"-"- ™!^"^^!l^'y'"->"-biewo.ks.

IV Snn, iiitr. Iiuots and

1 ain & Johnston, land, loan a«'ts

WIARTON.

Wiarton Tannery, D. G. Mill,,,. ■„•,
Ashcroft, -Willia,?^ jeweler— u
Ashoroft, John, insurance and rcai "

68lB>L6

<«,,Cliisholin'.s (H.rnor drug stoi

T. Chisholm

<■, Dr.

W. Taylor
shoes

'■"'"rp'raj!'"''''"' "o"''^'\Vi>i'."\Vat8on',

'•"*!£"'; ■'i-. ^X;'""". veterinary sniiooii

W.Klirocke.ishnv, photof.>aphrr m

100

Ij. iS: J. McLean, saw mill.;

KINCAHDLNE.

I'yfu, vete.inary sinvi

North Star Hotei;:john Ooiciou.i; ml ' "'"' "'""' ""■ "'"■"
Arlington Hotel, John Johns. .*:. m

iJaviK A HowiuudViVai-dware:::::::'

I', l/iuickshanks, boots and shoes.

SEAL'ORTII.

TARA.

W.H.Cooper ' ,r.,

Campbell & rfeffer,(;arria:soBlds: isil

ion. prop.

GO])ERlCir.

Ifil I

iced

wilt, liimlier.

,^J",H'i Grieve, (lour and
i . I . Coleman, nilr.
shini,'Ios. ctf

.Seatoith liiudungfo., J. c. Smith

Ali!x.UalIarc,.|pwnlli.r i,;o

John Hroph.v, fnrnitnro Jfr" (■,.„t>„i p

Unchanun A- Son. iMfr.of I,, ii ■.-,;:.■■ ' '"' '':'"»l «"
snpi)liesnnd — > ..■..'!"""- - '-'baw

HTRATFORD.

J. M:i'roudfootr«« niiiS^V^ IS '''/^l::;'- "»" ^"^'■a«a.

I merchant IK) niti>

uws c:olle(,'o. \V.

1. furniture

» »

i I:

CITY OP STRATFORD.

ture?B Ta?in , "•«'■■«■«■ l''urniture Manufac-
n?.f,?f . • "*^. ", P»°""nent place anion.' the
manufactunnR industries of Stratford are Messrs

8treerTi:fsf"^''^''"' '"'"''"' f-tor.v iLn tl j
street, riiis firm commenced business in iHSli is
the manufacturers of a hif-h grade of Wl

thr*bunru.r:'r "'''•^%'""^ '"^'« m that si!"'

ume bunt up a large and prosperous business
The premises occupied are lai'ge and comn o ous
and cover a floor space of some 8,000 sq, are fe'
and consist of machine shop, cabinet room finish '
ing room, packing room, etc. These are f .llvl
e.iuipped and fitted up with the latest impr S
ZnnTff ''f .ai'l'lmnce. for successfu y co!.^ I
duct ng the business to wliich thev are devoted ■

trade ITlff '^'?^'^"»f'^<''''""Mf<''■ the who e Ue I
trade Hall furniture and parlor tables as we H
as all kmds of special fn'r„iture a, d 'in edol !
aeogratious to order, either from plana furnished '

I or from <losignsof their own, and making them in
I -n e "J^ a7e' ma'l""-- '"'ll "'T'^' '^"'' "'!'- wood "
i ""Y""«, '"'t til" hf.^t seasoned wood hein.' used
ami only first-class workmen beii^'e ployed'

,1' ,-a^ '**" *"-'"'- «"il''"ye(l by the firm to visit
the d.tterent parts of thecountrj. A "rv kree
trade is done, the outi.ut of the factory aggregat
"g as much as S30,(I0U annually. A thXh't

ful mec a ;;-^ '""' ^^"''y->'"i competent and skiK
nu meolianics are given sicady employment The
■ncliyidual members of the lirin art' 1{ S Porteouy
and George AIcLagan, Canadians by birth Tnte°U

w-^^^K ' P™'^''"'^! and skilful wood

r '

■

ill

H
C

ti
it

in
to
bi

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

7
7
7
7

S
R
9

» »

* I

Oantral Business College. W. II. Slmw,
Market Street. In tliese diiy^ i>f l)iisliiiiy eiitci"-
prise a practical ImsineHs ediicutioii in almost a
necessity, and the educational establishnient
wliicli fiirnislies ii tlioroiif,'li an<l comprehensive
course of instruction in all matter.-; peitainin},' to
matters of linance, coinmorce, and jjeneral busi-
ness transactions is necessarily a very important
factor in the community. In this connection we

The instnictmn Hiven is eminently practical, em-
bracing bookkeeping; by single and double entry,
commercial aritlimetic, pennumship, correspond-
ence, comm-jrcial law, plionot;rn,pliy, type writing,
shippinf,', banking, insurance, etc., all of which is
imparted by a thorough and practical corps of
teaciiers. Tlie building itself is admirably adapted
to the purposes rc(iuire<l, the offices and class
rooms being well lighted and ventilated and fur-

« r»

must mention the Central linsiness ('ollcge. W.
II. Shaw, principal, on Marki't Street. 'I'his
College was established in 1HH7, and from tluit
time till now has stcatiily continued to increase
its facilities and enlarge the scojie of its useful-
ness, and now stands in the front rank of similar
institutions in (he country. 'J'iie courses are open
to students of both sexes, the average attendiuu'e
being IHO, who come from all parts of Ontario.

I'.iahed tbrougliout with a view to elegance and
comfort. Mr. \V. II. Shaw, its principal and pro-
prietor, has had many years experience as a
teacher of business instruction an<l is a practical
iiccoiiMtant. lie is a genial gentleman, and a visit
to the establishment nvi'v which !u> presides will
c.invince the most skefitical that it is well worthy
of being recoive<i in the front rank of educational
institutions throughout the Dominion.

TOWN OF CLINTON

TOWN OF CLINTON.

Canada. TI.o Buffalo and Lake hi' T , e ('Zw T' r"-"' "" "' "" '"*'""'^"' P'^^ '"
l.a«Btl,rough the town and l.ave stationj i U L Jv .II > 7'" °' *'"^''''"'' ^'•""'^ "-'-^V
giving it exceptionally good Hhinping „ "l iti. ? *^ '''''^ "'''"^'''''^ ^'°"' ^ '^"1

county seat, f.-on.wiUch'itiHdista:,.ttn;iir ^^^ -;'--»•-' -""-tion at Goderi.,.,. the
bury, who gave it its name from Lieutenant Gee a! T ' V^T' '""^ ""' '" ''''' "^ ^^^^- l^'^'^"-
tluB ti„,e, among then, being Joseph ii^d wit vl fi " '''" ''"' ^^"'"'^ ^^^ '"^°'"

«on, and run by imn between Manche ti.u d iJ r""'" "" *'"^ ""t engine built by Steven-

mill. A tannery and shoe shop we d bv S^ ' " ,'«' '"'• ''"'"''''''' ''">'* '' f-"'"«

a store and hotel were opene.l a „ost oHW. f v., > , T '" ^^''■^' ""'' '" ""« °'- "''^ f"""wi..g year
being run by Sann.el and I^ll'^ We" Vi ll • aT 7';" '"'"' "^ ^'"^''' ''"^' "«- '""' -"
surrounding it, settlers flocked in ard htlH. I " "*'":""« P"^'"'' ""'» ^'"' *'>« "<='> <^o""try

Whitehead was elected Reeve. I stH onti me ' "", "-'-porated as a village, and Joseph

were established, and in 1875 it wa cor^oZd a ' T'' '"'^ '"""'""""■''^'' ""'' business enterprises
The present population is about ,00 '^''i^tr Z';'^"''? Callander being elected Mayor,
shops, flouring mill, carriage and oral fl" "^"^ /"""''■•>««. tanneries, planing mills, machine

and require much capital. For threlcit oroTtt'' "'. '"^' "'"'^" ^'"''"'•^ '"'"'^ "-"

nion school, employing nine and Ten 17, ^''""*'' *''"■■" '^ " '"«''• ^^^''f'^' ^"'1 com-

Presbyterian, BapLI and K;rs;o:Ha.:c°u XT '" "'' "'"' "'^ '''''''''■ '^''^ M^^"-'-'-
with a library of VoOO volumes, ile" ^ '^^r i;:^^^^^^^^^^^ *'-- i« a Mechanics' Institute

ported. The town is lighted by electriri. v "^'P''''f,".' '^^ ^^''"' '''''•" and Ji„-or,l, are liberally sup.
with a seating capacitv"of 1 ' l"«" e\ lei:" ft T"', ^"'""^''T "^-^ '^^'"^^*"'«"' -'l ^ *°- '"'"
many handsome private residences a rn^ .^ 'l^l? ':.';'"'"" '^"''''^^- '^^"^ '"-" '-«

the home of the n.ost noted of modern ,S lolog st M ^^Tt ,'""' "'' '"'■ ''"''' ^'^"'"^ '"'« l^-"
United States, prefers to make this his me '? ^ /eon o7 T ^ ' "'"' '''*""""" "^ "'^''^'^ "^ *"^
interests and have inu-licit faith in its futZ. "'" ^''"'^ **'"' ''"^"^^ *» "« best

'^T\!^^~'^^^^^^^7'^ Ws^'of" '"°"^ t'>e.re.,uirements of an organ.
Doherty the present proprietor, under the firm him "P^nence in organ making has given

na„,e of W. Doherty A L. This is a ^LniZ o st ucSnf""'V' ^l"''"^'^'^' "^''y ''«''"' "' »'•"

hp f ! .V''^'°" "f '='''^'"<-"t organs. To say the " Do-
• ■ ' heity organ is "perfection " is onlv voiciuL. the

sentiment of those who use them K/t he .Matter
of construction their organs are made on righ

pr mi'Ls' 'rf^ P*"""' ^?^ manufactured on Te
premises Ihey use only their own inventions

aiulT^f "'■%'^"'"« ''"" ^'"'■'^^'y mouse vemin'
United States and England, and admitted by the
profession to be the best device yet produced for
the purpose. In fact, the interior of 'the ohertv
organ shows remarkable perfection and skill The

bv"at1ea"sf'r'"'' '^•'r' ^'-'^'''^ °'-«'^» i«"cog„ized
vL , ' tlieir imitators), while the tone and

cases are known throughout the civilized world as
unequalled. The sale of the Doherty organ has
increased from year to year as their merits became
known, and are to be found i„ many of our S
ionies and churches at home and^ abroad a!id
Imve proven their ability to stand the effects of
'=''".iat,o changes. Their catalogue shows a »reat
f,?T)^H.°*'"''f '^'^r''^'^""^ '"Canada when a man rZT^L^^^^^^^ l""""^, *'^« P°I»'''^'- '"tie siiigt

of ab.lty,p„shandpnnci,dei8thoroughlyTvote ZLl^ „^^^^^^^ "T'\ *'J "'«, ^'^borate two manual

".an. Bei„gamusicianandp;--|,fer:?|^aiS'l[-nSn^^^^^

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

if Hiiron County,
ialthiest pluces in
id Trunk Railway
)m all places and
at Goderich, the
' by Mr. Hatten-
ilei'H came about
! built by Steven-
built a fanning
lie following year
St office and mill
he rich country
s.Ke, and Joseph
iness enterprises
elected Mayor,
mills, machine
ley many men
itral and com-
I'he Methodist,
lanics' Institute
e liberally sup-
and a town hall
The town has
■ years has been
a native of the
ctive to its best

s of an organ.
kinf,' has given
f detail in the
1 say the " Do-
ily voicing the

In the matter
iiade on right
iictured on the
vn inventions,
nouse, vermin
2d in Canada,
mitted by the

produced for
f the loherty
ind skill. The
1 is recognized
the tone and
lized world as
■ty organ has
nerits became
' of our best

abroad, and
the effects of
shows a great
• little single

two manual
ter having a
,'()tlicr plares
many, Italy,
ii will show.

Their factories are large and commodiouH, well
lighted, fteam heated, supplied from their eighty
horse power boilers, ecpuppcd with the latest ini-
proved machinery and drymg kilns and protected
by a system of water works of their own, and
managed by a tiro company composed of tlieir
employees. The famous Doherty organ cornet
band is also composed wholly of the employees.
Their output of organs is about 200 per month,
say 10 per day, m- one organ for every working
hoin-. Located as Clinton is, in a locality wiiere
lumber and fuel are cheap, they are enii' ! to
produce cheaper than others less fiiv.ri ;'he

shipping facilities are also good. The >. K

and \.. H. .t 15. division of the G. T. R. •. ss at
riglit angles, and tlie lake or water connection at
Go<lerich is twelve miles distant.

PlHmsteal & Oibbings. Dealers in Dry Goods,
Groceries, Hoots and Slmes, Hats and Caps etc.—
The dry goods and grocei'y business are the most
important in any community, dealing both in the
clothing and food supply of the people. I'l-oniin-
ently connected willi tliis industrv in Clinton, are
Messrs. I'lunisteel & (Hbbings, 'whose extensive
establishment is on Albert street. Tliis enterprise
was first started some ten vears ago by Mr. II
I'lunisteel, who conducted it" till Lshm, when Mr
J. Gibbings bouglit an interest and the present
(irm was instituted. The premises now occupied,
where the firm lias been located since 18S7, are
large and conimoilious, and consist of tw(j fronts
each l!-Jx80 feet in dimensions two Hours n\u\ the
basement being used in each ; and connected by
doors and archways. These are haiids.mielv fit-
ted up and arrange.l for the [lurpose to which thev
are devoted and are fully stocked with a fine line o'f
staple and fancy dry gooils, readv made clotliiu.'.
gent.s' furnishings, hats and caps", boots and shoes'
carpets and oil cloths. A tailoring department is
one of the features of the establishment, wliere
eight competent workmen are given steady emplov-
ment, and where are fnrnislied first class suits for
mei- and boys, made in the latest styles ami pat-
terns, while perfect fits are guaranteed. There is
also a dress making and mantle deiiartnient,
where three skilful operators find constant work
and where the ladies are fitted ami suited, In the
grocery department of the establishment is kept a
full and complete assortment of fine teas, fragrant
coffees, pure spices, hermetically sealed goo.ls i)f
all kinds, in either tin or glass, sugars, soaps
starch, pickles, farm and country produ<:e, butter'
eggs, potatoes, etc , woodenware, brushes and
brooms, and all such articles as are found in
first-class groceries. 'J'he goods are all of first
(juahty, and aresoldat as low jirices as is c(uisistent
with correct trading. Since the incc|)tion of this I
enterprise a fine trade has been eHtablished, which I
18 steadily growing and e.xteiiile to all parts of the '
town and surrounding country. Five competent
assistants are given steady employment and a
horse and wagon are used to deliver goods
Messrs. Plumsteel * (iibbings are Canadians by
birth, pleasant and soiual gentlemen, and
thoroughly reliable and upright in all their tran-
sactions.

gaged and much capital invested. Prominently
connected with this enterprise in Clinton, and one
of the largi ,t grain buyers in this section of Can-
ada, is Mr. Hichard Irwiii, whose office is on the
corner of .Vllw^rt and Hattembiiry streets. This
gentleman first began to buy grain'at this point in
1H(12, at first (jii rather a small basis, but gradual-
ly extending his field of operations and now ex-
tending to all outside stations on L. H. and Ji. and
the Northern Division of the Grand Trunk U. R.
To accommodate his increasing bnsine;m he some
years ago, built a large elevator with a capacity of
I">0,00() bushels, at the Grand Trunk Railway
Stati(ni. This is eipiipped with grain cleaning
machinery of the latest improved patterns, Mr.
Irwin, before building it, visiting and inspecting
the extensive tlour mills and elevators of Minne-
apolis, Minnesota, and erecting and ecpiipping his
elevator on the same general iirinciples. A twenty
horse power steam engine is used to furnish
power to drive the machinery, and the elevator
capacity is ten bushels perminiiteorliOOeach hour.
The grain is bought from the farmers in the coun-
try adjacent to the town and is brought by rail
from the other [larts of the country, and after
i lieing thoroughly cleaned, is siiijiped", the wheat
, mostly to mills in Canada, and the barley to the
Ignited States, In the various grains a very large
I business is done, the amount handled last year
lanuHinting to as much as 2r,0,000 bushels. Mr.
I Irwiii is Canadian born, and is an intelligent and
social gentleman. He is an active and enterpris-
ing business man, and has high commercial stand-
; mg.

I Ji W. Rifor, Wine Merchant, Huron Street.

Commercial enteriirises of all kinds are represen-
^ ted ill Clinton and holding a prominent place
[ among tlieni is the wine and liquor store of Mr.
J. \V. Riter, on Huron street. This enterprise
j was first established by W. Fosterand J. W. Riter
I in IHISH and conducted by tliein for about a year
^ when Mr. Riter succeeded to the entire business.
; The premises occupied are Ki.xOO feet in dimen-
sions, one floor and a basement of the same size
being use<l. These are eligibly located in the busi-
ness portion of the town and are suitably fitted up
for the purposes to which they are devoted. The
stock is full and complete, and consists of English
and Scotch whiskies, Holland and old Tom gins,
lOnglish ale and [lorter. port and sherry wines, as
well as whiskies, ales, wines, etc., of Canadian
manufactiire, Mr. Riter buys his goods direct
from the leading distilleries and breweries for
cash, and is thus in a position to sell them at the
lowest possible margin. The stock is very full
and C(Uiiplete and has been carefully selected.
The trade is mostly local and to the hotels and
taverns through the country. Since the inception
of the eiiteriirise it has met with marked success,
and although it has been here but two years
already a large trade has been built up, which is
j-teadily increasing. Mr. Riter is a Canadian by
birth, a pleasant gentleman and an active and
eiiter[)rising business man.

Rlohard Irwin. Grain Dealer, Albert Street.

vvcriteni (hitaiKi is noted as a grain growiih'
and wheat producing couiitry, ami in the buying
and shipment of these cereals many' men are eii-

John W. Irwin, Crockery and Glassware, Cof-
fees. Sugars, etc.. Teas a Specialty, corner Ratten-
bury and Albert atreets.-As groc-^ries form the
chief fciorl supply of the great mass of the people,
the dealer in them is an important person in any
community. Prominently connected with this

TOWN ()P Cr,INTON

with a store r^m in tht r '^*" '"dimensions,
basement being ?gJ^ rh^^""' one floor and the
in the busi^ess^JlTof thp'f!.' *'" "'i«"''y '"«»'''<<
fitted up and corven?e„tIv ^."'"' "'^^ ^^ "''"bly
poses to which "r are devn?"r'-r'P'" "'« P"--
very full and co,„piete ' „d h° t'' ^'l« «*'«='' 's
much care and g(^ 1,'dgment T?" ''^''"'*^'^ ^^'"'
teas from China and In,, i?/ " 'consists of fine ,
Africa. Java and SonT Am.T'" '""^^"^ f^""'
either whole or ground horVLf"' '"""^ "'"''««•
o? all ki.ds in tin or gla4 Tu 'arJy ■""^'"-' «"o<is
piokleg, etc farm n\.„J ' ""S^'^s, soap, starch

•uch articles is are foud.rfi'^? T'''"' '^'"' •'H
These goods are all of fir t onfrr'"^"' groceries.
IS made of fine teas coff?*^' ''"** ^'P^cialty
spices. The success of thfr- .'"«'"■'' ''"^1 P'-re
the first been very «°oV bn^'""'''P''"!f ^"^^ f'""'"
beensosincetheadvtnto'fMr fP^.^'^'Iy ''as this
amount of goods bei^g sofd^l,; '"l"'" ;."* """'^ '''^«''
amounting to 830 oi( p'r,: ^"'"^ "'" Pastyear
are given constant employnfe^r'ri"'*r"^'^"'«
wagon are used to deliver b<^,^*' m I" ^'■'«' ""f'
mg to all parts ofThl f^*^ ' ,"'** *''»'le extend -
country. Mr irLn * '°T »'"' to the a.Ijacent
Ireland', and i.a Tved" 'r" '"/"""'^ ^^'^v^n

twenty five years, comfnghe^eirf ?«/-'■ %' ^^^'
pleasant and social gentlemrn i ''''• "^ '« a
ness man. He thoronaM ?' *"'^ ^'^ "active busi-
and provision tS,fa^f"f«'-''tands the grocery

many years, comh..; here fronTr"*'"'."''' '" '* '"^
had a similar estabHshment °"*"' ^'"^'"^ ''«

Dealers in Boot! and cfhn'^'*";,'^^'"'"^^'-^ of and
boot and sho^ tradelnte/"''"-^ Street.-The
important featn^ in its " m' '°"'",'"*''^ "^ '"°*^t
-'ong those enga'g", *^"S;rt'''T"''i '^""
Sons are conspicuous. The S/u.e'Je gjfie*

j P^'i''S\,f?M°hSror„rTr'''''''"'-° '>""»«

I large and excellenVasHortmen of J'^V'""' "'"•'•y '^
of the finest (Janadian T / '"'"'^ ""d shoe.s
constituting the fi It of :,'"'i""f'^!'t"re. the stock
very large and flo. H„hhL n. j" •' "" '"^" ' "'"' a
W.Taylor the l.pn ) V f. "''^ '*"='""r'e'l on. Mr
KnglisLan bv irt and'" ««tahliHhment, is an
I 1«72. He is a tl.orouJl, a ll "' ""' '" ^''"""la '"
I and a most rol able min "f . '"''^'''''* "-"'ies'-mn,
; Blyth, Jacob Taylor " busmess. Branch in

!stfe!t'l"in,'rLS»:;^Wm. Watson, Huron

hotels an.l public ho„sest 'T'' """^ "'^ " '««'

take theleafi, where tt^luk of "tT". ''""^T^^^ '°

, beHtcuHtomersalwav8t.o 1m V ''•*''*''^''"i'i the

i to the rule, and we «,,, f ' *-''"'"" '« "« exception

i that take ti.rcre^m'o ' .rt^ra^l/'^c)"' ".".i'"--
the " Commercial," Wn VVatinn ^ "^- *''*"" '«
Huron straet. Tl e sit Af . ?', P'-"Pr'etor, on
«"e of the old la dma ks of M ''/'' ""'' P°"" '«
house being erects? I. "'*' town, a luiblic

aso. This hm wi '•'^'■'',''« "">ch as fifty Vears
present ^nilZ^Zl^^^t:^^:' 'T "re, an'd the
«ubstantially bnilf Vi **"" ''« place. It is a

WxlOOfeeti^.'^ ;,:i' «'7-V brick structure'
'«'|t, airy an,l sTTu.M TuT"" f"'-ty«ve
ladies' parlors, two sitt m „ ''"'rooms, three
n'cely appointed oVce ami thl/'T'"'*'' '•°"'"«. -*
arranged sample rooms for fl,i '?«*' "'"" ^^"11
travellers. The dii in , r, ' '■"" "^ commercial
il'e. an<l w,ll c„ ";'«£'"'''';: '-•'.'«f'-f''l and home
'8 furnished in 7oadW ^ fl* *"'">' «"''«ts. Here
I the reason a w'^S h'!"*'"? *''? ''ehcacies o?
! while the cuis no is al thlTft ^"^«"*'=tial food,
i could desire. There fs stahli,, , ' '"°'* fastidious
horses, thus makinc i .. , "*^'''*'"^'^'ty f°r sixty

for travellers <W "1;\ ■r;irX''''°f'''"'«''''''='^

bar ni connection «;fi 1? *^, "^^ country 'j'i,„

w.th thee S' , • ' I '" ''"'^'' '^ ^'^ll stocked

; brands of imported an, '1""""' "' ''''- '^"'' ''««

^ house is comfortably he tlS ^'''T •^'«'"-«- The

winter time and is iigluedl, .^f '°''' ''"'■"'« "'«

18 an electric bell i>. „„m ^ electricity. There

modern conveS 'ef whireT'/"'' .5''*^ ''"""•^ l"'

trains. Mr. Watson f'l,!^ •''''''' ■"'« "'cets all

by birth, a gen ! g"ntS 'r'V'*r' '^'^ ^ 'anadi^

comforts of^ his guests In ' ""f ''"" "^ft'''' *■'«

appreciated by thfC;),-:;^^^^!""" '^ '"«'">

carry on was established in I87i hv \u. u- r„
Jor, the senior member nfH, «■ - . ' ^^ ■ Tav-
on individually for a JerLnf'"' ^'"^ '^'"•'•ied it
identified with him h.& Ih'''' ^"'7' ^''^n he
name of W. Taylo?* Sons Th„ "^ ""^^'' "'e Arm

are commodioulllSxar feeTin r "^'^"P''''^
•nd there are comDetLr^d '-•-'" ''''"?"^''""«-

ware, Albert "tree'-K?".?' ''?'''^'-« '"" H-^^d-
trade which go to make m^f ** ^'epartn.ents of
of the town of Ch,Z, tlZ . °°'J""«'-«ial fabric
forms an importan fea', I'e and°" ''! ''"''^'^r''
prominently identifiedwl ft'are M''"''"*r ""^^t
Rowland. The sop, , tin v • Messrs. Davis *
these gentlemen was etTbhrrT"'' °""d-'cted by
ago by W. C. Scearle who hmv^°"'"""'-'yy<''"-«
for only a sh, rt tune when h '''■' '^'"''•'''d it on
, sncceede,! to it. ThJ nl«^- "" P'''^"'"^* proprietor
and commodious, Vernf- loTlxl" T^P'''.'? '''^ '>"•««
and the stock, which tslan,t i* '" '.''"'^■'^io'is.
consists of a complete L.J and well assorted
ware, stoves ai.l'C,^ ,"rne s'o"'thr'"r-- «"'
and improved make nainf' , fl '"°" '"^'-'ent

I lamp goods, a speciaUv^bein"' ■,' ^^'-'''shes and
stoves. The firm Ju .''^ '^ '""''<' "f cutlery and

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

"f 'ixahty, and carry a
lent of boots a.,d shoes
nanufftcture, the stock
s k'iKl in town ; and a
rude IS carried on Mr
B establisliment, is an
»me ont to Canada in
competent tradesman
busmess. Brancii in

'm- Watson, jrnron
'wns there are a few
at seem naturally to
t()f the travel and the
Hilton is no exception
a few of the houses
wie. One of them is
i^tson proprietor, on
liotel at this point is
tlie town, a public
much as fifty years

'•oyedbyfire.kndthe
ke Its place. It is »
i-ey brick structure,
• contains forty-fivj
«d bedrooms, three
u reading rooms, a
iree large and well
"se of commercial
cheerful and home-
sixty guests. Here
-8 the delicacies of
t substantial food
he most fastidious
I capacity for si.xty
lent stopping place
the country 'J'he
'el is well stocked
aiea, etc.,aiid besi
Stic cigars. The
u«liout during the
actricity. There
iiid the house has
ree bus meets all
»r, is a Canadian
Ks well after the
liOHse is highly
die.

Dealers in Hard-
departments of

mmercial fabric

tion in hardware

d perhaps most

Messrs. Davis *

8 conducted by

ime thirty years

r, carried it on

-sent proprietor

upied are large

'' in dimensions, »A

well assorted, M

nardwar., tin- '^'

le most recent ^

varnishes and

of cutlery and

[1 the industry --

liotairfnrn.ic'e

li experienced

not surpassed

in quality, and a large and constantly increasing
trade is carried on, being both wholesale and retail.
Mr. DayiB is an Knglishman, being a native of
JJeronshire. He is a practical and competent man
of business, and is highly esteemed in the com-
munity. Mr. Eowland was born in the city of
London, England, coming he<-o nine years ago.

O. Cruiokohanka, Boi s and Shoes, Albert
street.— i-ew men continue m the same business i
longer than twenty years, yet among those who
have been a longer time in the boot and shoe trade
of Clinton IS Mr. Chas. Cruickshanks. This gen-
tleman commenced in the same business twenty-
nine years ago and has given his entire business
life to It. He has now been in his present location
for sixteen years past, and during all the years he

has snent in Clihton has steadily gained in favour
with her people. He occupies a room 20x50 feet
as a show-room, with a room in the rear for work-
shop, where he employs three skillea workmen in
the manufacture of hig custom work. Only the
best of stock is used and the workmanship is not
excelled by any. He also carries all the leading
kinds of fine ladies' and geutiemen's boots and
shoes from all the best <:anadian manufacturers.
Mr. Criuckshanks is a native of Aberdeen, Scot-
land, where he livetl until he was nineteen years
of age. He spent three years in the United States,
and the lemainder of his life he has lived in
Canada. He is 55 years old, and has been in
Clinton 29 of them. He is a pleasant and cordial
gentleman, and is respected and esteemed by a
large circle of acquaintances.

T'nVN OF SE.\FORTH.

There are many enterprising towns in Western Ontario having all the natural and artificial facilities
to materially assist m their development. The thriving town of Seaforth is one of th'r sTtuated
on the Buffalo an.l Godench line of the Grand Trunk Railway, in Tuckersmith and McKllop town
ships, in the county of Huron, it is within easy reach of the county seat Goderich-whth is only 21
miles diH ant. It is m the centre of a great rock salt pro<l„cing country. large deposits of whiTbarJ

:at::iTs fnTeto-tr'Tr ^'°""r'"^''^'^^ !"^""''"^"'" "- --'^^ ^'^ ^- -»'-'. there bT'ngthl
salt wells in Seato th. here are also several important manufacturing industries, such as woollen
flax, saw and planing mills and foundry, giving employment to a large number of hands. Trreli-'
cZhtTr '"^r' -"V''^"''"""'^"^*° "^^ Presbyterian, Kpfscopal, Methodist and Cathot

of over";r ■ ;" f *"""' """"" "^^^^ '"^ "" '"«'> ''"'' ""•^'^ -h-i -'". an average att^^da^ce
of over "OO pupils, who are instnucted by a staff of competent teachers. S«tforth has an ex«,llen ly
conducted Mechanics' Institute, with a library of 3,900 volumes ; also a town hall, having a siting
capacity of 00 and a public hall for lectures, meetings and entertainments, seating 800. To t^ act
th financial affairs of the people there are two chartered banks; and two weekl/uewspap^r-the
Uuron J,.rp„.,tor ^nd the Sun. The population of the town is 2,800, and there are LceEVater
works and a well equipped and efficient fire department. excellent water

c..'*"?'' 0'i«ve, Seeds, Flour and Feed, Main
btreet.--Prominently connected with the flour,
feed and seed industry in this place is Mr. Hui-h
Grieve, proprietor of the Seaforth Seed Warehouse,
ihis enterprise dates its inception to the year 1HH8
when it was started by Hugh Grieve and James'
Stewart, under the firm name of (brieve * Stewart.
Ihis continued for about a year, when Mr. Grieve
succeeded to the entire business. The premises
occupied are 22x70 feet in dimensions, with store
rooms in the rear. These are conveniently fitted
up with bins and boxes for properly conducting the
business to which they are devoted, which consists
in handling high grade family flour, feed of all
kmds, either whole or ground, split peas, pearl '
barley, corn and oatmeal, cracked wheat, etc.
and held, garden and flower seeds of all kinds
seeds being the special department to which Mr'
Gi-unc devotes the most of liis attention. ■J'he'^e
are bought in large (juaiitities at wholesale, and are
then sold either in job lots or in smaller packages.

The business since its first inception has met with
marked success, a very large trade now being done
extending to all parts of the town and surrounding
country as well as goods being shipped to Mani-
toba and the North-West. Mr. Grieve is a native
Canadian, and a pleasant and social gentleman.
He 18 an enterprising business man and public
spirited citizen and has high commercial standing.

T" "*"• Coleman, Manufacturer of Fine, Coarse,
Dairy and Land Salt, Lumber, Shingles, Staves,
Hoops, etc.— One of the most important indus-
tries in this part of Canada is the manufacture
of salt, giving employment to many men and re-
quiring a large amount of capital. This enter-
prise IS well represented in Seaforth by the An-
chor Brand Dairy Salt Works, T. T. Coleman
proprietor, whose business office is on Main
street, near the Grand Trunk Railway Crossing.
1 his enterprise dates its inception to the year 1868
when the well was first started. This well is five

TOWN OF SEAFORTH

inches in diameter and 1136 feet deep, the supply
seeminK to be im'xliaiiKtil)Ic, for, in all tlieHo
yearH that it Iuih been niiii.i.if,', tlicro Imvh been no
apparent (Iiniinution in tlio amount. Tliu brine
or salt water is pimipci from the well, bv Kteani,
a twenty-five liorne power enKino boinK UHed, into
large vats or overhead cisteriiH. From there it
ruiiK into large paim, made of boiler iron, each yj
xl.SOfeet in diineiiHions and Konie twelve inchcH
deep. 'HieHe pans are kept hot, the salt water
being at a boiling pt.int all the time; in this wav
the water pasaes off in Hteani, while the salt is left
in the bottom. 'J'his proeess is eontiiaiallv going
on, the taiikH being supplied from the well and |
they in turn filling the pans, while the salt is being |
all the time 8crHi)ed from the bottom of these i)ans I
by men with long handleil scrapers. The finest I
salt is made at the end of the pans where the
greatest amount of heat is, while the coarser is
farther removed, and the very coarse salt comes
from the end where the evaporation is comiiara-
tively Blow. That which is designed for table use
IS made by grinding the coinmo'. line salt verv
fine and aiftmg. The capacity of this salt bh,. k
IB 40 barrels per day, '.vhieh is sol.l and shipijed to
all parts of the Dominion. Mr. Coleman has in
addition to his salt works, and au.\iliary to them
a saw mill, substantialy built, and e.pii'pped with
the latest improved machinery, driven by a thirty-

.r2TT J'?''.V''' '•'">''""' "-""^ '"^^■'"»-' " capacity of
10,000 feet daily. Here all kinds of lumbtr'are
manufactured for farmers and others, the i)rim-
ary object, however, being to make barrel beads
and staves for the extensive cooper shops which lie
runs in connection with his salt works These
various establishments are very extensive and le-
quire a great amount of build'ing room, the salt
block, mill and cooper shop covering an area of
perhaps two and a half acres of land, and recuiire
close and constant supervision. From twintv-
five to thirty^five competent hands are given
steady employment, while the active duties of at-
tending to the business affairs of the enterprise
devolves upon Mr. Coleman and his sons T F
t. C. and Theo. Coleman, all of whom are intel-
ligent and social gentlemen, active business men
and enterprising citizens.

inchides nearly everytliing in that line, but a par-
ticular specialty is made of bedroom sets and
: some very line work is done. The factory is lX,x
•^■i feet in extent, and three stories high and baso-

ment, and gives employment to eighty hands, where
also is another building 111x15 feet and basement
running to its full capacity. The great increase
m hiismesB has necessitated the erection of a new
buKlmg .ir,.xll.'; feet in extent and three stories
liigli. 1 his building is of white brick and esi)eci-
ivlly arranged for convenienei' in storage and
liaiKllmg of the manufactiiivd product The
quality, designs and workmanship are unex-
celled, and no material is used that has not stood
the teat of rigid scrutiny. Power is fun ished by
a in, horse power engine and all the best and most
I improved machinery and appliances are employ.
I ed. Seaforth owes much to her industries and in
l)articnlar to this one. The individual proprie-
! tors are Mr. J. If. Hroadfoot and Mr. William
l!ox. Mr. Hroadfoot is u Canadian by birth and
has always been identilied with the industries of
his native lan.l, His entire business life has been
spent in Seaforth, and the influence he has liad
upon her progress has been verv marked. He has
been a member of the council and is much ea-
! teemed and resjiected by the community. Mr Uox
is_ an lOnglishman but came to Canada at the age
of tive years. For 12 years he has made Seaforth
his home and has grown in favor with the people
of that place from the very first.

Th« rroadfoot «, Bex FHrnlture Factory,

Market and Jarvis streets Messrs Hroadfoot'-
Box, proprietors.-Onc ot the most important
industries in the town of Seaforth and one which
brings into that place a large amount of inoiiey
to be set in circulation is the furniture manufac-
tory of the Broadfoot ,t Box Funiiture Co., loca-
ted at the corner of Market and Jarvis afreets
this business was established in 187.5 and has
continued to increase in -jxtent and imiiortancc
ev?r since. At present the annual product
amounts to about «10.i,000 and is sold in all parts
of the Uomitiion from the Atlantic to the Pacific.
From »20,000 to S2r,Mm a year is paid in wages
and thia again is set afloat in Seaforth and the
surrounding country. The furniture turned out

SeafoHh Banking Co., J. C. Smith, Main
street.- 1 he banking inatitiitioiis of a town are a
pretty sure index of the eominercial prosperity of
the place, for where there is active trading among
the nierchanta there is a corresjionding active de-
mand for short time loans, as provided by the
banks. Judging by this criterion Seaforth is
doing a flourishing buaineas, and among the many
institutions closely allied to the commercial com-
munity here is the Seaforth Ranking Co J C
Smith, manager, wjiose place of business is on
Mam Street in the Commercial Hotel building
1 his business was established by Mr. Smith in
1HH8 and has grown in the confidence of the peo-
ple and in their good graces from year to year
until now a very large business is doiie. The Co
do a general banking business, receive deposits
I and allow interest thereon, discount notes, issue
I drafts on other cities, make collections and loan
[ money. A very large part of the business is done
among farmers, with whom the company is very
popular. The premises occupied are located
directly in the business portion of the town, and
are suitably fitted up and arranged with banking
rooms and jirivate offices for properly conducting
the business of the institution. Mr. Smith is a
Canadian by birth, an intelligent and social gentle-
man, an active business man and a thorough
banker. He was, previously to starting in buai-
neas for himself, connected with the Bank of Com-
merce of this place and prior to that was with the
same institution in Toronto, and is widely and
favorably known.

it line, but » par-
Iroom HetH and
le factory in l.'tfix
« liif;li and baso-
[litylmiuls, wbore
et and babeinent
10 urcut increaHB
rectioii of a new
mil tliiec storieH
Jiick and fspeci-
in Htorane and

product. Tlie
aliip are iinex-
■it lias not stood
- Ik fun islicd by
le host and most
ices are employ.
iiduHtries and in
ividiial proprie-
1(1 Mr. William
m hy birth and
lie induHtries of
BBS life thiH been
ice lie has bad
arked. He baa
id i» inucli CH-
inity. Mr. Box
inula at tlie a^e

made Seafortb
ivitli the people

'. Smith, Main
of a town are a
il iiiosperity of
trading among
idinfi active de-
•ovided by the
111 Seaforth is
nonu'the many
nimercial oom-
kiiif,' Co., J. C.
business is on
lotel building.
Mr. Smith in
ice of the peo-
year to year,
lone. The Co.
iceive deposits
nt notes, issue
;ions and loan
isiness is done
npaiiy is very
I are located
the town, and
with banking
■ly conducting
'.t. Smith is a
1 social geiitle-
1 a thorough
rtiiig in busi-
Hank of Corn-
was with the
8 widely and

THE DOMINION OF CANADA

1608

1887

PRKRATOKY REVIEW

Its Elements ok VVk.vi.th. M.^nukactukinc. Ixdu.str.es ano Aor.cui.tor.vl

Production.s, Etc.

[he steadily increasing population of the Old Country, and the fields of industry and
enterprise which in so many branches of trade, owing to improved labor-saving

v..t -V- !"7T'' '"' *'" '"P°'-"^"°"« "f °*'-- -""'--. >-- become so restricted, cause
numbers to look to the colonies of Great Britain for that field of labor which ispractica.lv

le . them a home, or is so crowded and circumscribed as to prevent the development and exercise
of that native talent or energy, which, if properly used, should in the course of time lead to a com-
peteney and independence. The employment of capital not less than the employment of labor, the

ehe of distressed trades, of overpeopled districts, of individuals and their families str ,.., ing
vainly without hope, and of overflowing manufactures seeking a market and a bc.eacial retu .i-
are all connected with the subject of emigration and with the effects that grow out of it in a new
country. It is not therefore to be wondered at that the public should not be easily satisfied in

h inauiries upon a subject which in times like the present comes home to the businesses and
b „. of a large and enterprising class f individuals. As the interest of the subjeot rises above
thoBC classes by whom it has hitherto been looked upon merely as an ultimate relief from pressing

„ ^1 T''- '° ""'""'' '" '"'" ^'-."-"ces, who begin to in,uire into the Z,
prospects and industries of these new countries which open such a field for energy a.d enterprise

o tC n T " V ''"'' "^""'^ °' '''''''-' '" ^"^ ''^"'^- «-'■ '"f---"-' *« the object
of these publications on the IxmsTitiKs of C.^NAnA.

and Hb' T'""';' """T""""* '^'^^ ^"■- '-"y ^-» ^"empted to deal with the surplus population,
and iberal assistance has continuously been granted to deserving and desirable emigrants. Th
question at the start for those who contemplate leaving their native land is. naturally, where to go
Equally natural it seems to be that as the individual growth of a town or city is in a westerly

would-be emigrant unconsciously follows the immortal advice of Horace Greeley, " Go west young

has possessions in al parts of the globe, it is to Canada that most look for the establishment of
that new home over the seas, and the reasons are patent. The Dominion is within comparatively
easy access, the rates for passage aro very low, the difference in life and climate is not so marked

. DOMINION OF CANADA

neverthe ess, by tlio exercisB of in^n,.„f»Ki , without any moans, have

m the history of EngLsh farming !mv« v,.^ "'armers irom Britain. Never

.ono..a .„/..„. ^, J::Zu::/rj::;:;:;r:r;t::: o'"r™''™"'°"

boundless tracts of rich a.ul f«rtn» . i ..• , ^*°*''* °P«n« "P her

i. .™. .... ™. .:a:c r .::„*: :: z:r;;r:;;: ':::"' r ': ^'t "

The emigration from European countries has in fho Incf t a ^
Which has formed a remarkable feature in Z^X^^ l ^:^''' ''''T'' "" '^"^"'"^
the fleld than those who have settled her« anH h k !■ emigration a«ei,ts are in

oo.„.,. .,,a „,.,,.„ ,..;j:r:ri rfztrrrr.r""'"""' ''-"""^^

here a new homo, with every hon,. of ...-n * . *'' "^^^^'^t'on and find

twelve years about two a a 1 al i ', T"""' '''^*"'""^ "'•"^^' ""'' ""™'« "^ -*

Britain,andtherei atTrcr o 1 ; '^"''^ '"^" ^""'^'^"'^^ ^™"' '""^ *"-«" «-t

located in Canada, ^rtZl''::^^^''^?"""'''^^^- ^^""^ °^*'- have permanently
prosperity hereattained, is t 1 s 1 ;" " '^ '"' '"''°'""'' "'''' ^^ '"-'-*'-' ^^^

are annually transmitted to the Olfc'r tr t "aT °" '"^ '""r"""'' '" """ *'"'"*'*''"^-
to emigrate. ' ' '^ "^ '^'' ''^'^''^^^ "^ ^"'^"''^ to enable them also

he dr;rr c " ::i;: ^'^"^- "'° r •' ^""^^ '- - '-"--'-^ ^-- - ^^ --

interested parti ;•.,„ '^"""^^^ '"''^ false statements of emigration agents and other

Cnada is ssen I. : I ,' rT;'"""" " T """ "^ '""' ""'^^ ""^ "'"^-*-^'« -'"-'
of her fertile soil H H " "' ' '" '"'"'^ '''■' "'" ^^^"" "^ "^ ■"'"'"able resources

fertile soil. Hence there ,s primarily a steady demand for the tiller of the land .',; T .
has over exceeded fliB ^. ....,!„ 3 ^i • , ""^ '■'"'^roi tne land tais demand

in any count yTir^^^^^^ "''''"' °'^-^'' *° *'- ^^^ '^borer cannot be excelled

here immediaL elploymo t Tni e '^ T' ""^'^^ "' '^""^^ '°""^"" "^^^^"*«' -^'^ «-" ^"'J
mechanics and arUsa Z ■■«"'7--*'- -«-• " is more difiicult to speak collectively of

for carpente ^er Id T" T """'' *'"^ ^^ '''''''' employment, at good wages,
highly Jo Crl^^ "— l"-'-^-* Which work i. difficult to obtain

KailJay shouldte^ttTnZrr^^^^^^ ^7!:^ ^ ^^"""'^" ^^^^^

dominion all attrac:zr:::;r:r:r::;r:r^ -' -- — -

DOMINION

CANADA

ints which cannot
p of her individual
xtent of territory.
t any means, liave
an independence,
n Britain. Never
ng a continuation
ada opens up her
f the pioneer. It
ain hope of indo-
i settler liere sees
d, and the desert
ample reward to

ituted an exodus
ion aKeiitH are in
I by tlie chnnj,'eof
ociation and find
t (hiring tlie last
1 through Great
ave permanently
illustrating the
•or (fi|0,(J<X»,()(H)—
enable them also

tor, as it cannot
tivutH and other
isirable settlers,
itable resources
d; this demand
mot be excelled
, and such find
: collectively of

at good wages,
icult to obtain ;
■nadian Pacific

various manu-
stive operation,
sources of the

tti

A I)l:S(Kin IVH AN'l) HI.STOKICAL KHVIHW

THE DOMISIOS, ITS I.EABUXO FKATrUKS, niAHArriHUSTlcs '^TTT^^
RKSOrilCES, TOaKTUEIi WITH lililEF SKETCHES OF ns HEI'HESESTATIVE '
IXDVSTIUES AM) I'lloMIXEXT ilTI/.ESS

As the Silurian and Laurentian rock-beds stretch under the seas fron, the uu.thoH.u.d to
Canada, so .lo the firm bonds of mutual interest and brotherly affection cause the two peoples to
stand together on the gronn.l of a common Imperial origin, a common present purpose, with eoual
liopes of a proHtable and inseparable future alliance.

An.ongst the numerous colonial possessions of Great Britain, {■ana.hi has long ranked as the
brightest gem in the Imperial diadem, and as en.igration fron. the Okl Country is especially
directed towards her ever inviting shores, the history of the Dominion is of more general interest
in an mdividual sense than that of other and more distant colonies.

The honor of discovering that portion of North America aiterwards called Canada is con
sidered to belong to John Cabot and his son Sebastian, both Italians, who, two years after the
discoveries of Columbus became known in England, received a commission from Henry VII to
discover a north-west passage to the East Indies or China. In the year 1497 these adventurers
sailed with SIX ships, and in June of the same year discovered the coast of Newfoundland Pursuing
tne.r course they reached Labrador, which they erroneously believed to be part of the Indian
continent, from which mistake the natives of this country have continuously been stvled Indians
Here their researches seem to have ceased; and having taken possession of the territory in the
name of the king, they returned to England.

It is, however, to Jacques Cartier, an able ne.vigator, of St. Maio, France, that the honor of
piercing the interior of Canada belongs. He. in 1.134, took command of an expedition to the western
world, and entering the Gulf of St. Lawrence, landed at what is now Gasp^ Bay, where he planted
the French flag, erecting a large cross with a shield bearing the arms of France.

DOMINION OF CANADA

The on«.„ of the name of Cana.la in involved in much obscurity, and tho acoonntn of the
d,fforent authont.e« vary considerably. One author sayn: "An ancient (Ja-t.lian fadifon exinted
that the S,.a„,ard. v,H,ted thene coantH before the French, and havin« perceived no appearance of
m.neH or r.oheH. thoy exclaimed frcjuently, • Acanada' (Hi«nifyin« ' Here Ih nothing') ; the nativen
cauKh tup the Hound. and when other Kuropeann arrivcl, re,.ate.l it to the.n. The Htra„«erH con-
chuled hat these wprdB were a desiKnation. and from that time thiH magnificent country bore the
name of Canada."

Charlevoix, however «iveB a different derivation, and supposed the name to have originated

^r , : Z " "'" ^''""'"" " •="""""" °' """*• ^'-" - --' l-'^'^Wy t"« true

oriKin of tho title since given to the whole cMHintry.

in !.-.« (.'artier returned to Franco, whore he soon afterwards died, and for many years no'
further action was taken m regard to this vast territory, which his enterprise had gained for his
overoig... Some s.ty years later there appears upon the scene one of the most remarkable of the
many men who had aided in moulding the fortunes and destinies of Canada -Samuel de Cham-

o fI. e 'T1 IT'""' "'." '"""''^"""' '"' '""' '•""'■ '" ''" ••"■"^ " •■""'-" "' '•'" -val marine
^_ "'"'"''""•" '''"" " ""''^'"- '""' '"'.'«•" '•"-"« "- wars of the League, under Henry

"^ Navarre ; lie was a hero of the medimval type,
5 "f chivulric courage, fond of lomantlc enterprise,
"■lid inspired by religious oMtluiHiasm. In ](!(»;( two
^ Kinall banines, of twelve and tiftc mi toim, bore a
l>nnd of hardy adventurers, nii ler the coiiiinaiid of
Chiunplain, acn,:.., tliot^t.umy dee).; their voyage
was, however, a fruitless one in discovering the
Indian trading posts and friendly natives, who
were the object of their search, and they soon re-
turned. In MM a second exjiedition, of which
Chaniplain was again a member, under the com-
mand of Sieur de Moiits, who was granted vice-
regal power, started out, and gaining the Hay of
Fundy, a settlement was founded on the main
coast, near tho present site of St. John, on which
the name of I'ort Royal was bestowed. It was
an unfortunate choice of site. Tlio winter set in
early and the cold was intense ; tho Fronclimen
became an ea.y prey to disease, and of the seventy-nine exiles, thirty-five fell victims before the
spring to the dire ravages of scurvy. The indomitable spirit and perseverance of Champlain alone
prevented the whole party sinking into lethargy and despair. Succours fortunatelv arrived from
France, which again in l(l(.(i were further augmented, to be, liowever, followed the'followingyoar
with the revocation of the charter and orders to abandon the settlement.

Baffled in his attempts to plant a colony in Acadia, De Moiits dispatched Champlain up the
St. Lawrence to locate a suitable site for a new settlement. Proceeding up that noble river the
voyager of to-day will find the features of the country, which at its moutli were rough and rugged
gradually soften, particularly towards the south, and its cultivation rapidly increase, with m-ny
pretty and picturesque settlements along its margin, nntil, passing the Island of Orleans, which
divides the river into two narrow channels, he conies suddenly upon a lofty rock on its northern
banks, upon the summit of which he will perceive the flag and forti.'icatinns of the hi-h -eatcd
cUadel of Quebec. The history of Quebec for close on two centuries may be said to he that of
Canada, and as such aioro than ordinary interest is attached to the " Rook City."

ilccoiiiitH of the
truilitioii oxJHted

appaarance of
H ') ; tlio nativcH
lu Htraii^orH uon-
iountry bore the

liave ori^'inated
lobubly the true

niftiiy yenTH no

1 (^'amed fur Iiih
luarkable of the
.inuel (le (jham-
le royal marine
e, undur Hunry
Miedimval type,
ntic c'nt('r])rise,
ni. Inl()();itwo
'n tonw, l)oro a
lie command of

I ; tlieir voya^'e
liHcovering the
V nativt's, who
d they hooii ro-
tion, of which
nidcr the com-
< granted vice-
Uji the May of
1 on tlu^ nniin
ohn, on wliich
owed. It was
J winter Het in
10 Frenchmen
iniH before the
iiniplain alone
I arrived from
following' year

mplaiii np tlie
oble river, the
^h and rugf{ed
86, with ni-;ny
•rleans, which
n its northern
le high seated
to be that of

DOMINION OF CANADA

On the :.rd of ,lnly, l.iOH, Chan.plain's little band, hnt twenty-ei^ht in nnmber, landed and
founded the Hite of the prenent city, and the establinhment of the French in Caruda becan.o an

estabhshed fact, (ham n continued his wi«e administration of the infant settlen.ont up to the

tune of lus death in l.i;i,-,. The colony couhl ill spare him ; for twentyseven years he had labored
hard for Uh welfare, Hacri.icin« fortune, repose an.l do.nesti.- peace, to a cause e.nbraee.l with
enthusiasn, and pursue,! wit) n.tropid persistency. With the life of this faithful Holdier close.!
the open,n« period of "New irance." In I.!H7 the .Tesuifs ColleKe was foumle.l. while l.i:.'.
nnvrked the arrival o' the Ursniine nuns, who were .lestine.l to render invaluable asKiKtance to
popular ciucation. Within the precincts of their convent lie burie.l the rennm.s of tlu- gallant
Montcalm, wlio fell i„ ,|„. ..ventful iMittl,. of the I'lains of Abraham, Hept. Vi I7,V)

I'iciifmiii Ihv Ciliiilil, Qiitlicr,

nfcrliwliiiif/ the fit.

/.inrrincc

It was not till Um, when the wise policy of Lou.s XIV. instituted a Hoval (iovernment. that
any substantial proj-ress in the new settlen.ct was nnvde. Fn.ler his ,,aternal care, horses sheep
cattle, and youn« wo.non for wives, were dispatched in abundance, and i.. one season n.ore than two
tnonsand persons had landed at Quebec at the royal charf,'e.

One obtains «lin.pses of the pristine state of Qnebec through the earl v police re.-ulations. Kach
mlnvbitant was re,,„ired to n.ake a .-utter alon« the mi.Mle of the street, before his house, and also
to ren.ove refuse an.l throw it in tne river. All ,l.,«s, without exception, wereord..re.l l.on.e at nine
o'clock. Smokin. in the streets was forbi.l.len, as a precauti.M, against fire; househol.lers were
required to pn.vi.le themselves with la.l.lers, and when the fire alarn, was run« all able-bo.lied
persons were oblige,! to run to the scene of danger, with buckets or kettles full of wat.-r

The infant colony did not get through its early years without trouble. The N.nv |-.o„l„„der=
weretlie bitter foes of the French, who at first had the best of it in manv a tustle. The"ln.liaus
usually sided with the C:atholics against the Puritans, an.l their aid was verv material assistance
In the Maritime Provinces the Acadians could make no successful head, but Lon.sbur.. remaine.l a
tower of strength, and a rallying point for the French, until a year before the fall of Quebec

nOMINION OF CANADA

Aftnr thodiHiiHtnmHdt.fciit of
the KiikIihIi iiiuler Kir William
I'hippH, the colony cnjdyi'd a U>i\k
period of un'-^koB »riiii«|uillty,

during wliK tim.^ • , ,;„fy|.
Jmeroe, ao, , .,. '• , «i.,„.ral

•'"•' "///(.• /.n,nr ll,im,„nt.s ficr „t Q,i,l,rr
In 171.t was «ijr,u.d tho treaty of Iltmcht,
whifli ceded the Hudson Bay Territory,
NewfoiuKlhmd and Acadia, to Uritaiii. while
Franue retained Canada, (■ai)e Hreton and
»„„„ , ■ .,, , «"'"« ''s'lery riHhtH in the Gnlf of St. Law.

I d.r the , . ,.ch donunat.on Canada was nu.re a nnlitary than an a^rienltural colonv ; during

m ^alr'' r ^■''""":^''"'^"-"« -- """> ■— t- ^ Cuun of barracks; while the „ J
mucant.le and a«r,cultural sottlc.nents on the Jiritish-now the An.erican-.d. of the St
Luwren^e and .,. lakes, were rapidly progressing in prosperity and power. U ,. St,u,. ^
MaBsachusetts alone at this tin.e conld n.nster 40,,K,„ n.en capahle of hearing a. .■ . .,.„,.. , .,
.1 r '^";«""P^^-''^' ^•''""''-' ^«''""'- l'e„„«y,vaniaand Virginia could add conH.derablv to th
2:^::::''rT ;"^ -— -^ *- --* ea.pai,„ the Canadian forces gained so^
P^ma ad ,,,es the day was fast approaching when the proud ......,„.,,. ., ,nu..htv France

must bend ),eneT-,h tt,« paw of the British lion.

Wi
(ho hnH
with Q
of tlio t
be rufo
expodit

4 X

the ho
nieni fri
Levi, tl
ing un
lirif,'hta
ham. tl
of the 1>1
death of
heroic 1 1
the surr
Sillory c
hy the Fi
of the K
series of
which pi
tlie eaKei
ttulos, aH
the great
hy the mi
for tlie
scene of i
the coleb
and histt
evolution
The victi
hy the dt
more gloi
found in
rival, Mo
A co;
hundred
Ht. Georj

DOMINION OP CANAHA

€1

I I'icir (it Qiiitur

snty of Iltrt'olit,
Jiiiy Territory,
t(i Hritaiii.wliile
iipt' Hretdii 1111(1
iiilf of Kt. Law-
rd, the iiiiestioii

UMuliiui annals,
colony ; during
wliile the more
idti (if the St.

'Jlif otilb' of
■• < 'on >ti . lit,
iilernbly to the
es t,'aiiie(] some
iin^hty France

William Pitt, then Prime Mini.ter, h».l roHolve.! that the IU« of old KngUnd «ho.,l,l rt„.t on
the baMionn of Qu.-Ih,c. Canada va. to bo invad.-l at three di.tinct point. i.y overwhelmiiM force*,
with g.i.aH.c aH the rentro of ;utaok. The anW-nt capital Ih thnn forever identified with the renown

of the two great nationH wh ntenu-d for Uh poHHCHion ; and the history of thin ,*ri,«l will always

be referred to aH e-pially intereHting. attractiv.. . I important. The varie , M,>„tH of the
expeilition the arrival l.,.f„re the town, the attack rl,.. tire nhipH, the ,lefe>. . .outmoroncy,

the bo in ha r d-

nienr from I'oint '

ijevi, the lind-

>ng under thee

111 ightH of Abra J^

ham. the battli

of the IMaiiiH, till'

death of the two

iieroic! 1 o a devH,

the Hurrender. the l)attle~of

Sillery or St. I'"oye, the siege

by the I''rench, and the arrival

"f the English fleet form a

series of spirit-stirring events

which possess the niiiiil with

the eager interest of vicissi-

tudes, as they in turn develop

the great game of war. played

by the most skillful hands and

for the noblest stakes. The a yk,rjn,mJi;^vi7^^(:j-[j,„„n-

Hcene of this heroic ilrama. the actors and the event, will be forever memorable. Any one who visits

the celebrated Plains of Abraham, the scene of this glorious fight-equally rich in natural beauty

and historic recollections will admit that no site could be found better adapted for displaying the

evolutions of military skill and discipline, or the exertion of physical force and determined valor.

The victory of the English, which forever settled the fate of ('anada, was, however, dearly bought

by the death of the valiant Wolfe at the very moment when success was assured ; thougli" a .leath

more glorious, attended with circumstances more picturesque and interesting, is nowhere to 1,,.

'ound in the annals of historj. A lofty monument to the joint memory of Wolfe and his great

rival, Montcalm, is now erected on tlie sjiot where the former fell.

A complete change novv look [ilace in Canada, l-'rom the lofty cape, where for more than one
hundred and fifty years the white flag of France liad waved defiantly, now streamed the banner of
St. George ; a Hanoverian soverr .n, who held his sceptre by virtue of the conquest of England by

DOMINION OF CANADA

batt,e„.„., a::r i J:l^ T -^^^^^^ --^ - '- •'-"-^ c.,« a„a hoar,

important in the eves of the wo , ' " ' """""""'« "'"^ ""titutions, are numerous and
every stand J Jof t !«' :' ^^'"'^ ''"''' ''^''" ^*''- "^ '*« ""-^ -»« »-^ f-m

chief d..J;::ir ^■'"""■"•""^''^^ ^-'"l-*-^ '« «^-P«^ "P-n us face, and ,„aintness is its

wan'!:r::::::r iiTir*'^ '°'"""^= "^ """-'- ^-^ "--^ ^-- -e a

thatthe'lsU not 1? ? " ' "'" *'" '"°^* ''"'""^"' «■*- = ^^ *--l.ers wil, a« ee

Should 2:1: ;;;::r^^^ ''-'''-■■ ^-- "■*« — « ^^-^^

cannon of a past e" Le !, " ^'"^^ ;'"""* ^"'"^"^^' ''^^^"^'^^- «"" «'--'"« "-

.^h£ d:jr;i:::r^^^^^

dwelt the French governors and commanders, and passing the Post Omce should note a oI^Z

The Citaili'l, Quebec
stone inlaid in the new wall_a stone which came from an old bnildinK and whose s.n. f

™.:r:::;:::;;:s;::r:r::ir-rr;"r:r::: "v-'-

" "■•" '" """ '«.v .1... ti„ ,.d CM. ,„,, „, „.,„„ „„ ,. ' "" '■ : " ™ '" ""= "'■"• ""i

Quel
remarkal
entitlinfj
country 1
is one of
and pure

In the

the census
54,y.>8 of i
ri'li'jum, til
occupation
occupy tlie
ship-buildi

DOMINION OF CANADA

lony. History has

ly speaking, is also
ig crags and hoary
are nutnerous and
ed walls and from
quaintness is its

11 Terraces give a
rague, Edinburgh,
vellers will agree

terrace a circuit
itill showing the
I the last century.

St. Louis, where
d note a curious

<tory forms the
1 d'Or," a book

moat worthily

I'opiilation as
miliary, and a
'tlicr, enclosing
ipes and otlier
i building,
i-alk, and from
int of us, is the

the river, and
he grey dawn
mid.s iipiir the

its old limits,
he Provincial

Quebec is well called the Gihialtar of British America, the strength of its citadel and its
remarkable position for a full command of the St. Lawrence below, and the country around it, fully
entitling it to this appellation. ' The population of the city is about 6;j,(K)(), wliile the surroiiiiding
country forms a complete panorama of the most picturesque scenery in the world. The climate
is one of the happiest under the sun. There is no malaria, every climatic influence being liealthy
and pure.

Wolfe's Cove, lu'df Qmhvv
In tlic Trovince of Quebec there are about (i,(KH),(M)0 acres of land survovi'd. the po|,ulatioii by
the census of 1M81 being l,;t,-.9,027 ; of these 1,()7;),82() wore of French origin ; K|,.-,|.-, „f Kn^Hsh ;
-)4,!)2a of Scotch; 12;i74!» of Irish; and the remainder of otlier origins. ClassiHed accor.Uiig to
religinn, therP «re 1,!70,7IH Roman Catholics and lW,:i()i) I'rutestarts. Agriculture is the chief
occupation of the people of Quebec, but manufactures, lishing in its great waters, an.l c.nnmerce
occupy the labors of a consideraole part of the pop.ilatioi,, as do als,. lumbering, niiniiig and
ship-building.

DOMINION OF CANADA

Let UB leave the hyperborean problems and look at the shores of Labra^ xr T

It was upon these
that the gaze fell
of the first Euro-
pean wlio discover-
ed the New World,
when Eric the Red's
son, Lief, coasted
along them in his
Norse galley in the
days when, as Hum-
boldt says, "the Cal-
iphate of Bagdad
was still flourishing
under the Abbassi-
des, and while the
rule of the Saman-
ides, so favorable to
poetry, still flourish-
's ed in Persia." Nine

•5 hundred years have

^ siuceconioandgoue,

=" but Ihese shores re-
main as they were,
for the thick woods
of light firs are un-
cleared, and the deer
on the land, and the
seals, the white por-
poises, and the wild
fowl of the waters,
h a ve al most as ' 'good
a time" as they en-
joyed in those old
days. Newfoundland
still receives with
loyalty a Governor
sent out by the Old
Country, instead of
following the exam-
ple of the Provinces
of the Dominion,
^which, with o(]uaI
loyalty, receive a

"""• ■'■• '■■• "'■' *"' '■' '•■ "' = ■ -'.'i.*.......^ ..iw .,.., „„.„:;::'.ii'::

DOMINION OF CANADA

)r or Newfoundland,
ed and picturesque.
It was upon these
that the gaze fell
of the first Euro-
pean who discover-
3d the New World,
»hen Eric the Red's
ion, Lief, coasted
ilong them in his
^orse galley in the
lays when, as Huni-
oldt says, "the Cal-
ohato of Bagdad
'as still flourishing
nder the Abbassi-
Bs, and while the
lie of the Sanian-
es, BO favorable to
)etry, still flourish-
I in Persia." Nine
nidred years have
loe come and gone,
t these shores re-
lin as they were,
" the thick woods
light firs are un-
ared, and the deer
the land, and the
.Is, the white por-
sea, and the wild
'1 of the waters,
'e almost as "good
me" as they en-
ad in those old
8. Newfoundland
I receives with
ilty a Governor
t out by the Old
ntry, instead of
)wing the exam- f
af the Provinces
the Dominion,
^li, witli equal
Ity, receive a
ernor nomina-
nent. For two
lial statesman,

I
J
J?

namely, Sir John Glover, to preside over her councils. Sir John has lately returned to his
first transatlantic love after a brief connection with a group of the fair West Indian
Isles. As all the world knows, he was to have led the expedition against King Coffee in
Ashantee. But at the eleventh hour a change in the views of the military authorities of
England took place, and Sir Garnet Wolaeley, with regular troops, was sent out, leaving
Sir John Glover the task of making an attack to divert the attention of the enemy by a
parallel march with his gallant black "Houssa" levies. The part thus allotted to Sir John
Glover he undertook with the greatest success, but at one point of the march fortune seemed to
declare against him. A native chief living some distance up country swore that he could not
provide the necessary transport. It was well known that he was perfectly able to do so, and after
a conference which had proceeded uselessly for a whole morning, a flat refusal was given by the
black sovereign. Sir
John's ire was up,
and he rose, and with
dignity and precision
hurled at the dark
dignitary a rough
choir on which he
had been sittmg. It
caught him in the
right place, and in
two hours the neces-
sary number of port-
ers were ready. This
story, like many an-
oi'icf, became dis-
torted in the telling
of it. Sir John was
nominated for the
Newfoundland Gov-
ernment, and some

one in England wrote to a friend in Newfoundland, saying, " Look out for your next
Governor, for he is not a man to be trifled with. He kiwched kis la.it I'lime Minhtcr doicn with an
arm chair '. "

The whole of this enormous territory is divided into Provinces, whose limits are probably not
all permanently fixed. For instance, among those which originally formed part of the Confedera-
tion, it is possible that Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, or one of them, may amalgamate with
Prince Edward Island. Again, in the newly-settled country of the Central Continent great spaces
have been proviuionally named, but as time fills them with people their bounds may be found to be
ill-set, and a readjustment may be made. On the other hand it is curious to observe with what
tenacity the several States of the American Union, whether they be small or big, have kept to the
original lines marked out for them when nmch of their land was unexplored forest or unknown
prairie. The Americans gave in the beginning the title of " Sovereign " States to the members of
their Union, and it was a moot point whether a State had or had not the right to secede from the
Federation, disastrous as such a ijroceeding must prove to national life. That point was settled
in favor of national autonomy by the civil war which raged between the North and South from
1801 to IHd"). The Caiu'lians, when they drew up their scheme of Federation, were careful to
eliminate as far as possible the danger which might spring from weakness of the Central Power.

Pluie d'Armvs S<iiinri\ Mimtrial

DOMINION OF CANADA

DepaHmerUal Buildings, Ottava-fVeM Block

They provided fully for local rule
and for a National Government.
Each Provincial Government was
given full power to make laws for
the education of children, for the
manner in which property should
be held and devolve, and for the
raising of revenue for local pur-
poses. No individual Province
can arm and maintain troops,
Jay on export or import duties,
control navigation, or make a
railway beyond its own borders,
without Federal authority.

The Union was not brought
about in a day. It was the
result of long and anxious dis-
cussion. It was born of the

necessity to have greater common strength nof „« ■ . '"'"°"' '"'' ^""^ °^ ^^^

inseparable from disorganizatil , . """ " '""'' ""* ''"''''' ''"' '"P^'-^y

colonies could not exel tZ b7!. "''^''^"°" ^°''' ^^^^ ''■-''^'' ^"^ '-'^^^^

Province did not liLtre'laVr T. "" "'"' "P^"^'"""- ^^^ '" '^^ ^-nch

French for the p^Ir ^ ; 'eir r^' ""'""' ''' '''''''' °^ '"^ '^^^ ^^^'^ °^ ^^^

ioined hands, and Newfou^ndlnd has Zisl: y^ke^^^^^ ^Cv T ^^^"^ T '''' '''
rights of all who Joined, or may Join, are care ally grded Oueb "■""" t' "" ""^ ""
Province," in that she had a certain numhpr . ^ """' '"'"^^ **^" " ^^°'

others was based on the numbers : It ij Si ITTT'' '"' ^'^ -P^-nt^tion of the

sixty-iivemember8;howmany
members should Upper Can-
ada have ? The same rule ap.
plies to the other Provinces ;
the proportion is always ob-
served, and the principle of
population carried out. . .
; If an increase is made in the
numbers in the llouso, Lower
(Janada is still to be made the
pivot on which the whole cal-
culation will turn." But all
these safeguards could not
prevent mis^iivings am on"
some of Quebec's worthiest
sons. Their feelings were like
those which prompted the old

liepartmental Buildings, Ottaiva-Kaxt Block

ed, our se
great danj
perhaps, b
Such }
statesman,
to no amb
have Prov
be but two
Provinces,
tariffs as tl
Currency
Provinces.
Legislaturt
alternative
— annexati
not believt
House or
sent to til
United St
alternative
Men may
out of it,
we had bei
federation,
the indepi
American
misforLuue
would be I
neighbors,

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id fully for local rule
ktional Government,
iial Government was
ver to make laws for
' of children, for the
lich property should
devolve, and for the
'enue for local pur-
ndividual Province
1 maintain troops,

or import duties,
ation, or make a
d its own borders,
al authority.
1 was not brought
day. It was the

and anxious dis-
ifaa born of the
ist the impotency
ted, and isolated
y in the French
reaty rights of the
3cotia, too, had a
■s after they had
1 alone. But the
lade the "Pivot
Bsentation of the
;en in I860, "the
Pper Canada one
usand. Now the
red thousand, to
nbers; how many
luld Upper Can-
he same rule ap-
'ther Provinces ;
n is always ob-
he principle of
Tied out. . . .
' is made in the
e House, Lower
1 to be made the
1 the whole cal-
iiirn." But all
rds could not
ivings iiniong
bee's worthiest
slings were like
onipted the old

Pnriidiiinit Jlaitsc. Ottaira

Bcottish peers at the time of
the Union with England. It
was, in their fears, " the end
of a noble old song," " Con-
federation," said one of
them, "only exists as a
scheme. But when the dif-
'lii-ont Prcvinces shall meet
ogether in the Federal Par-
iament as on a field of bat-
;le; when they have there
contracted the habit of con-
ending with each other to
cause t eir own interests, so
various and so incompatible,
to prevail ; and when, from
■epetition of this undying
strife, jealousy and inevit-
ablehatred shall have result-

ed, our sentiments towar .a the other Provinces will no longer be the same ; and should any
great danger, in which our safety would depend upon our united condition, arise, it would then,
perhaps, be found that our Federal union had been the signal for our own disunion."

Such gloomy views were met by the firm and conttdent language of another French-Canadian
statesman. "If we remain alone," he exclaimed, " we can aspire to no position, we can give rein
to no ambition as a people. We have at the present time as many systems of judicature as we
have Provinces; with Confederation, on the contrary, this defect will be removed, and there will
bo but two systems, one for Lower Canada, because our laws are different from those of fue other

Provinces, because we are a separate people There are also now as many different

tariffs as there are different Provinces— as many commercial and customs regulations as Provinces.
Currency and the interest on money are' also regulated by different systems in the several
Provinces. But with Confederation all these matters would be imder the control of one Central

Legislature There is another

alternative that is proposed to Confederation
—annexation to the United States. I do
not believe there is a single member in the
House or out of the House who would con-
sent to the annexation of Canada to tlie
United States. I now come to the other
alternative proposed— that of Independence.
Men may be found, both in the House and
out of it, who will be disposed to say that
we had better have independence than Con-
federation. For my part, I believe that
the independence of the British North
American Provinces would be the greatest
misfortune whicli could happen to them ; it
would be to leave us to the mercy of our
neighbors, and throw us intothei arms."

fast Office, Ottawa

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The tone of this speech was in complete harmony with that which was delivered by Sir
John Maodonald. " If we wish," he said, " to form a great nationality, commanding the
respect of the world, able to hold our own against all opponents, and to defend those
institutions we prize ; if we wish to have one system of Government, and to establish a com-
meroial union, with unrestricted free trade, between the people of, the i5ve Provinces, belonging
as they do to the same nation, obeying the same Sovereign, owing the same allegiance, and
being for the most part of the same blood and lineage ; if we wish to be able to afford to each
other the means of mutual defence and support against aggression and attack, this can only be
obtained by a union of some kind between the weak and scattered boundaries composing the British
North American Provinces." And later, in the same speech, he continued, " I am strongly of
opinion that year by year, as we grow in population and strength, England will see more the
advantage of maintaining the alliance between British North America and herself. Instead of

looking upon us as a merely dependent colony, England will have in us a friendly nation, a
subordinate, but still a powerful people, to stand by her in North America in peace and in war."

And now, in looking back upon this speech, it may be well to remember that Lord Derby,
speaking in 1884, said that he did not know where the public man could now be found who would
venture to propose the separation of the colonies from the Mother Country. Already, therefore,
the prophecy that the tying together of the separate sticks into one fagot would provide fuel for
patriotic ardor and spirit among the colonists, and respect in the Mother Country towards her great
dependencies, has proved true. Canada presents to the world the spectacle o? a united people,
daily and hourly growing in strength and union. Her alliance will soon be a prize, her dependence
is a lessening feareven to the most nervous and responsibility-hating politician. In her institutions
she has kept to the model shown by the three kingdoms. There is the representative of the
sovereign in the Governor-General, who is bound to be a constitutional ruler, giving to the Ministry
representing the majority of the House of Commons, his loyal support. It is his duty to use his.
moral influence with his Minister for what he conceives to be the public good : but his opinion as.
expressed to them niust remain unheard beyond the Council Chamber. Where he sees danger

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vered by Sir
imanding the
defend those
ibliah a com-
3e8, belonging
llegiance, and
afford to each
a can only be
ng the British
n strongly of
see more the
f. Instead of

dly nation, a
id in war."
Lord Derby,
id who would
:ly, therefore,
)vide fuel for
irds her great
mited people^
:r dependence
r institutions
tative of the
;he Ministry,
ity to use his-
s opinion aa
les danger

the Imperial connection, it is also his duty to make known his views; perhaps, if occasion requires
it, to a larger audience. There is a Senate, having the attributes, but hardly the strength, of the
Uritish House of Lords ; and there is the People's Assembly, the House of Commons, chosen by a
low but not by a universal suffrage. The number in the popular house is at present 'il'J. The
debates in the Commons display great talent, and among no section of the population is forensic
ability more frequently shown than among the French Canadians. Lawyers and physicians are
perhaps in a majority in this assembly, and it is said that when one of the members fainted on the
floor of the House, one-half of the representatives of the people rushed up to render him their
medical assistance ! Most of the Provinces have two Chambers, although the most populous,
namely, Ontario, is content with one. The nation represented in these assemblies will have a wide
continuous belt of populated territory stretching right across the continent. The only sections
where their numbers will be sparse are those also which are strong in defensive positions, and in

A Vionrcr J'arm
the difficulties the country presents to an enemy as well as to the swarms of settlers. These two
tracts, are, first, the region along the north of Lake Superior ; and, secondly, that where tlie triple
chains of the Kocky Mountains, the Selkirk and the Cascade ranges, shut out from the mild Pacific
coast the severer temperatures of the Central Continent.

If we compare the capabilities Canada shows for the possession of a continuous belt of popula-
tion from sea to sea, with the capacity of any given belt belonging to the United States, and
stretching across from the Atlantic to the Pacific, we shall find that the comparison is favorable to
the northern land. Although what the maps cull " the great American Desert " has been proved to
be in many places capable of settlement and cultivation, yet there are vast spaces on any given line
from east to west in the United States which cannot be profitably used. There is an aridity which
defies the agric^.turalist, if he cannot procure water sufficient for irrigation. There is nothing more
curious in the physical wroblema of any country than that fnrnished by snnie of the great plains of
America. It seems as though the whole surface was being raised and desiccated. There is
evidence enough that in remote ages there was an abundance of water in these parched regions.
To the south the sands of New Mexico, Southern California and Arizona are the sands of an old sea.

DOMINION OF CANADA

bottom. In Wisconain the country, now bare and dry, shows the traces of many lakes ; and
innumerable mounds, the work of old dwellers in the land, prove that numbers of human beings
lived, worked and died on the enormous steppes. On the other hand, to the north, while the same
process of the raising and drying of the land is evidently in progress, it has not proceeded so far.
There are dry, cactus-covered plains along the frontier of Assiniboia, the central Province of the
Canadian North- West ; but as soon as the Saskatchewan valleys are reached, and in general far to
the south of this limit, the moisture is evident in the luxuriance of the grasses, until beyond the
North Saskatchewan the moisture is great enough to support the dense growth of fir forest which
clothes in a wide flat arch the whole of the country below the sub-arctic circle. Therefore, through
an almost unbroken belt, the Canadians have a territory which shouKYsupport 40,000,000 of people.
It has a varying depth of from 450 to 100 miles, and in all parts of it the climate has been proved
to be niOHt liealthv.

A Homialead Farm in Ontario
Little was known of the Northern New World until a comparatively recent date. Within the
memory of middle-aged men, Chicago was the frontier post of civilization. Maps compiled by
French geographers in the seventeenth century gave up all the country west of Hudson Bay to an
imaginary and indefinite ocean. Around this Englishmen placed " New South Wales " and " New
Caledonia," while no one disputed that "New France" was all the St. Lawrence Valley. To be
sure, the New Englanders did not like this, and were determined to alter it if possible, but they
never succeeded in doing so. In maps of the time of William and Mary you will still see that
everything to the north of the Gulf of California is marked as unknown. On the Pacific the
ignorance of California was so general until recent years that when in 1849 the first strong influx
of Americans took place into that State, men in New York derided the folly of friends who proposed
to settle in that "unprofitable wilderness!" The land which is far to the north ,of California,
namely, British Columbia, is nne of the beat valued of the C.aiiadJri!) Rt.atep,

France has become too Parisian, or she might have colonies, But she loves the boulevard,
hides even the street view with trees, and shuts up the end of the vista with a museum, or a monu-
ment to national glory. She plants out her view of things at hoine, and she does not plant herself

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lany lakes ; and
)f human beinf{s
, while the same
)roceeded so far.
Province of the
In general far to
antil beyond the
fir forest which
erefore, through
IM),000 of people.
I as been proved

■il'ioad. ThiH i« .1 niistak... What hI,,. ,.„„M ,1,. if she were not always turning to the looking.ghiHH
^lu. «h..wo,l il, tlu. Hixteenth an,! t\w ni.ly |mn of Uu- soveuteenth centuries! Then sh.. sent her
|-<,pl.. to Hul..l,u. tlu. eunli. ■Ihey began the work and have continued it, but the mother country
a-a.M took to the looking-glasH, and in her contemi.lati.n, of herself forgot her chil.lren. They did
not at that tin,,. .-oMtribiite to her „„■»,<» ;,/«/./,•., which might occaH,.,,, a fresh wrinkle, ho they
were ,o;,„m/. llut what gallant children they were who thus rem.iiued forsaken, vet fortunate!

The names of the first im.neers, soldiers and tnartyrs .,f New Fnuic will l„. as h e,! as are those

..f the early warri<n's and saints of the Krankish kiugilom.

In lH;-t7 the French Canadians, with reason, ,l,.Mu.,„led a wi.l.T coMstUutioMal privilege llwin
they possessed, and this was practically secured by the measures taken after the mi»Hi<.u of Lord
I 'urban.. T,. Lord IMgin .nust be ascrihe.l the credit of having in titue ,.f trial and provo.'at.on
resisted the parly wbi,-li womLI Ihivc muuIc him go back from the .loctriue of ,„ini»te,ial responsibilit.v .
He faced a riot.ms mob in onlcr to give K.xecutive sanction to the measures ,,f hisCovcr cut. an.)

^»

Oii/iin'n Thiii-tiiiiililirdI Simp /■■(iriii
from that day pure constitutional (iovernment, ami with it a freedom mikiiowu elsewhere on the
Vmerican continent, has found its home in Canada. From that time great works luivc been under-
taken by a people recognizing each year more and more the necessity and use of union. The
Intercolonial Hailway. binding Nova Scotia and New Brunswick to Quebec; the Cirand Trunk,
traversing a great part of the older portion of the country, and having its termini in the American
cities of Portland and Chicago, with other lines, have been undertaken by th mng nation.
Innnense labor has been bestowed on the creation and deepening of canals and river channels.
The prosperity of the country and its vast undeveloped resources have combined to attract
emigrants to an extent heretofore unknown. The numbers of the emigrants have risen of late from
40,000 per annum to l()0,(K)0 and 18."),(MH).

The Dominion of Canada occupies the northern half of the continent of North America. It
has a territory of about the extent of Europe, and larger than that of the United States without
Alaska. The southern frontier of Manitoba and the North-West Territory, if extended across the

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Atlantic Oceiiti, would ntriko tlio oontinoiit of Kuropo a little below the Utitnde of I'lvriH ; while the
goilthcni part of the rroviiici' of Oiitiirio ih rtH far Houtli ivh lliii latitiiiU' fif Uonio. ('anaila in
thtTi'foie the iiliVHical winivaleiit on the coiitiiifnt of America of thti «reat cniinruM ami kinK<loni«
of Italy, Kraucu, UolKiuni, Cicrinany, AuHtria, the UritiHh iHlanilH, UuHHia in iOuroiM-, and Hwedeu
and Norway.

ThiH vaHt territory conipriHPMan area in round ouniborH of ;i,.")(K),(HM) Ki|imrc inileH. l-'roni (>aHt
to went it Htrotchen from the Atlantic; to the I'acifio Ooean, and from tlin soutlifrn latituden al)o»e
stated to the Arctic' circle.

Very lar^e portions of thiH ^reat territory are cultivable ; and those portions not cultivable are
rich in mineral wealth. The proportion of cultivable land in the Dominion, suited to the produc-
tions of the tetiiperate zones, is iiuite as lart^e as that in the United States. It possesses the laryent
extent of land yet o)ieii for settlement adapted to the growth of the Krasses, cereals, and other
productions of the temperate (limatos, not oidy on the continent, but in the world.

/'miiirssivv Farutinii

It has many thousands of s<|uare miles of the tinest forests on the continent, and ni.iiiv
thousands of square nulcs of the most fertile prairie land.

Its rivers and lakes form one of the most remarkable physical features of the continent. 'I'his
water system furnishes important facilities for comninnication ; and the course of the St. Lawrence
is in the line of the shortest sailinj^ circle across the Atlantic. Tlie same favorable condition
prevails on the west coast, from the terminus of the Pacific liailway across tlie Pacific Ocean to the
markets of China. .Japan, and also to Australia. Coupled with these important commercial
conditions, there is the fact that the Canadian Pacitic Railway crosses the continent on the shortest
line through the fertile belt, and at the "gate" of the Rocky jAIountains, crossing them on
immensely more favorable conditions, both as respects grades and curves, than the line of railway
which reaches the Pacilic coast at San rrancisco.

As at present constituted, it is divided into seven Provinces, viz. : Nova Scotia, New Bruns-
wick, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba and British Columbia, together with the

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•^3

ParJH ; while thf
mo. Clanaila \»
iH and kiii){f1omii
)I)e, and Hwuilttii

ilCH. l''rOIIl I'UHt

livtitiuloH al)o»e

ot cultivablii lire
d to the produ''
lOHHt'M till! laryi^Ht
realH, and other

\iiMt extent of Nortli-WeMt Territory, out of wliieli tlie DiHtrictw of AHNiniboia, All)erlii SmsI
wan, and Atlnil)aHt'a liave btien formed ; diiitrictH whicli will in the ne;ir future l>e( > n,
I'rovincen of tlit^ Doniinion, each having; a territory aH Uinv uh a Kuropean l<inndi>ni ureui

Canada haH llHherieM of ahnoHt lioundk'HM extent, l>otli mi \lt .Vthintic ami I'aciHi; I'oaHts. ., incli
are without cc|ualH on the continent, or. it in lielieved, in the world. It haH coal HeldH of iniinenttc
extent on both itH Atlantic and Pacific coaHtH ; and there are lar«e de|ioMitH heneath the Hurfiice of
its prairie landH euut of the Uocky MountaiiiK, It haH alwi iron, jjold, Hilver. copper, lead, and
other niineH of utoat richneHM, includinu potrolenni and Halt ; together with aInioMt every ileiicriptiun
of Htoiie and yranite an<l otlior valuable building inaterialH.

It has threat variety of diinatcH, from the arctic to that of alniont thi' niont Houthern of the
tein[)erato /.oimn. The cliniateH of the Hcttled portiouH of the Dominion, and of the lands open for
Huttlement, are anionx the most pleaHant and healthy in the world, and favorable to the lii^heKt
development of human cnerjiy. The Doniinioii of Caiiada must therefore, from tlicHc facts, become

iient. and m.iiiy

continent. Thin
the St. Lawrence
orable condition
^ific Ocean to the
tant commercial
it on the shortest
rosaiuK them on
le line of railway

Dtia, New Bruns-
;ogether with the

Jiiirnlh'c Oiiiius nuiiiny liir niranl
in the not distant future the home of one of the most popidous and powerful peoples of the earth,
while to the Kuropean immigrant, of whatever nationality, it offers an inheritance rich in resources
and fi-uitful in products.

Canada seems especially fitted to supply the I'nited Kinydom with much of the farm produce
that is necessary for her to import, Th& older Provinces export horses, beef, mutton, butter,
cheese and fruits as their leadinf,' staples from the field and the sarden, while JIanitoba an<I the
Nortli-West exjjort wheat and other tjraius. Larye ranches have also been successfully eHtal)lifihcd
on the f^reat t^rass lands at the base of the Hocky Mountains, and when these come into full play
their products will be enormous. The cattle can be driven to the nearest railway stations, which
are not more distant from the Atlantic sea-ports than are those railways in the United State^^
West and South-West, which now successfully b-ing c, ttle via Chicago to the Atlantic ports for
export to Great Britain.

The general healthfulness of climate, and favorable conditions for feeding all kinds of stock,
which prevail in the older Provinces of Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince

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IMwanl lHl„n.l, hh wll ah i„ wimt may b« call»,| tl,e „ew North-Wont. louv ■ ,„o.n 'or .|..iil.t tliat

CmmU iH ..apahlt. of Hii|.,,l.vi„« tl... .iocIh of tli.. Mothw Cour.tiy ,im n-HiMMtH Hiipplum „f |,.,rH..H.
cftttlBBn.l Hht...].. It iMtob.. ri.,..Hik...|, ,„..l-..ov..r, that niiuv fl,.. U.ni„„in« of Uhm ,.x|M,>t tra.!.'!
thmo have been markwl iniprovenioMtH in Htork, l.y tli.. ini|.ortatioi, of Hhort-Horn, l>oll«,| An«iiH.

Hm.(onl an.l othrr vaiiHicH. Tl... «,..■.■,.«. whirl, I„.h utt.. I v,i.io,iH wHIkn-m,, ,.Htul,|iHl,„u.ntH

ill tlu) DoiiiiiiloM .I..V .1 to thf nMirinH of tlioro,r«l,l.i-...l nlork, i« Mum.ioiit nHMuntv,- of ll„. protit

al,l.. Mature, of the intirin iw wlijcli in yrl .•oiiiparalivwly in itH iiifKiiry.

Tlu-Hoil„f Cana.la may !.<■ Ha,.l to I... tin. Hoiirrt- of l.t-r ureatoHt w.-alth and HlrniKtli. H.r

foivMt Ihm.Ih. I,..r Honliny farniH, an.l her rifh an.l vuHt rollinj- praincH, niakr ih.^ attran sh..

ott'erH for the ayriciiltiiriHt.

'I'ht.r.. May \,v n.ori. Hcieiititlc fanuinK >" Kn«hin.l an.l in Scotlarnl tha Canada. Kn^-hsl,

lii«h tann..rH wonhllin.l in Canacla niiirh that tlwN «onl<l coiiHidor very ro.iKh work hut thcrr

E^msm^-

./i /■■■if II S/dcli /■'iiriii
aro i.xct'i)ti()nH of highly cnllivati'il farms, hi the Trovince of Ontario tluw is a School of At,'i-icnl-
ture, Lonnocted with a model farm, at which scientific and practical a},'riciilttirc is taught. There
are also model farms in the I'rovince of gnebec. The result is a marked improvement of late years
in the style of farmiiit; in some i)arts of the oiintry. JJut there is much to be done yet in this
<lirccti(ni. In too many instances the land is merely scratched over ; and it s[)eaks well for the
character of the soil and climate that niider Huch adverse circumstances such excellent yields are
obtained. It has been hitherto found that what we may call pioneer farming, that is, taking from
the soil ill the roughest and readiest manner what it will produce, is more profitable than liigher
farming with its more costly appliances of labor and fertilizers. Hut in the older portions of the
country this state of things is beginning to change. The sufficient reason for its e.xistonce in the
past has been that the land has been plentiful, cheap and virgin, while, on tlie other hand, labor
has been dear. It was, therefore, natural to take the most from the land at the least cost of labor.

M 'ill' (Idllllt tlltti

i|ilii'M (if liiirmiH.
Ih t'.\|i(iit ti'iuli',
i, I'olltid Aii|4iiM,
(wtitbliHiiiiiontH
\.'i' of till' |iriilit

Hlll'llUtll. llrr
iitti iirtliiii nIm'

iiiiilii. I'iii^jliHli
iiii-U liiit thciT

DOM I N ION <»|.' CAN A DA

•2.-.

oiil of AHi'ifiil
aught. Tlierc
lit of late ypfti's
lie yet in tliis
1 well for the
lent yields are
H, taking from
e than higher
)ortiona of the
istence in the
er hand, labor
; cost of labor.

I,, t Ik now. comer in C.inKiln «o into a fiirmin« dintriet, and rail at the li'Ht lar«i'. eoiufoi-tiible
liimHehe may meet with, Hiirr.mnded will, »el|. tilled MeliJH, lu'nU of nleek cattle, great baniH nnd

I'XtehKive Htal-lcM, ,i|| Hhowing eviden.e „f i,n,«,,eritv. r|,.in ankiiig tl wnern ex|)t.riencf. in nine

I'ttneM out iif ten the reply to thii* would Iw Hint h,. .ame fmni the Old Country Hfteen, twenty or
twenty-live yearH ago, with an eiii|.t> pocket; that in ■ ..|y diivM he hnil to ntrnggle with diUl-
rultiiHi hut found liiH lahorn rewariied by MiiecenH, ami ultimately crowned with indei«..idence.

I'ayiiig no rent, and owning IK. inimter, huhttH educated and nettled his children ai i<l him in

r.|iiully favorable conditioiiH with hix own. ThlH in iiov an isolated caw; it !« the e\|ierience of
liundreilM and thoUHaiidH of men, Kor the iigrliultiiral laborer who ii,me« to Canada, the.,|ueHtioii
in not Miinply what wageH he may am, but to what |>,isitiiin of indeiienden.c he can attain in the

.M'liingof hJMlife; in <iiiiliaHt h. thai |ii>HMible goal in Hie Mniji,., ( •,i,miIi> , if hr ^1 |,| linoni..

unable to work with liiH iieeuMtoined vigor -the workhniiHc.

t)iirliinii mill Tli(ii-iiiifililiiiil Sliiil,- Ftinii
The opening np and succeHsfnl carrying on of the export of cuttle trade with I'liigluiiil has
sensibly changed, in many cases, the character of the farming in Canada; and this is well, for
farmers had begun to overcmii the soil, in so coiistaiitly producing cereals.

.Ill comparing Canada's present standing as a stock-breeding cnnntry with her standing twenty
years ago, we hnd that her progress in this direction has been most remarkable. It is barely
twenty years since the first herd of Kngliah thoroughbred Kliort-horns was brought to Canada.
Previous to that time very little attention had been paid to stock-raising. In many instances
cattle were allowed to look after themselves, and for market purposes they added very little to the
settler's income. It was the opinion of many i)ersi)Tis in those days that stock-breeding could never
bo Bucce»»fully carried on in Canada. Tiie e.xperience of the last few years shows that that opinion
was an error. Though the number of farmers who liave ventured on the experiment of stock-
breeding, on a large scale, is not great, the test has been most thorough and complete in botl:
Ontario and Quebec, and part of the Maritime Provinces, and the result satisfactory.

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It n.av now l.e stated with confidence that the collection of cattle at ti,e Rvoat «tock-breed>n,
farms of Canada is arnon, the n,ost valuable in the wovld. It is n.ado n,. of the very best blood of
the bovine aristocracy of England. Not many years ago there were no pnre herds .n the country,
except the small species of cow in the French part of Lower Canada, which were brought m ch.efly
from Bretagne, and possess the nulking characteristics of the Alderneys. To-day, there are „,
(;anada many herds of the best I-.nglish breeds, with a pure and unbroken record extend.ng back
many generations.

It is a fact, established beyond all doubt, that the fan,ous short-horns of lOngland not only do
well in Canada, but that the character of the stock actually inn-voves in the now country, n no,
a few instances the offspring of stock taken out from I'^ngland has been carried over to the Mother
Countrv and sold at high prices. At a recent sale in England a three-year-old bull winch brough,
the exti-aordinarv price of three thousand six hundred guineas was of Canadian breed. 1 he herds
to be seen at the' Provincial and other Inhibitions are the wonder and adnuration of experienced .
English stockmasters.

The..rowin..of fruit, as well for hon,e consumption as for exportation, is a very important
i„a„strv In Canada, and one which excites the wonder of many new-comers. People who have been
accustomed to tlnnk of Canada-as described in the w.u^ds of the French king before the cess.on-
^« .. a few acres of snow." are at first in.redulous as t,. the extent and excellence ot the fru.ts pro-
duced in a countrv wluch Invs the sunnuer skies of Italy and France. There are vineyards m the
Province of Ontario of fifty or s.xty acres in extent ; peach orchards of sin.ilur extent ; and apple
orchards almost innumerable.

Wine of excellent .pnditv is now largely nianufactured fn.n. the grapes, and this fruit is so cheap
.s to be wahin the evervday reach of the poorest. It nu.y be n.entioned that in the county o,
Fssex on the shores of Lake Erie, the vine is very largely grown for the purpose of w.ne-nuikn,g,
.u,d both the growing of the vines and the nnUung of the wines are systenmtically carried on b>
,-,.onch viticultnrists, bv Fren<.h nuHho.ls and processes, with vers great success, frenchmen
engaged in tins work have declared the eondit.nns for growing the vine are nrore favorable n. Essex
t„an ,n the east ot iMance, while the wn.e wku-h is made is of a superior ,,uality. The great wealth
of Canada n. fruits ,s a fact win..!, is not only interestmg to the intending settler as an m.lustrv,
but as a elinmt.c fact, the countrv n, ,1ns particular be.ng >nnch before the United lungdon,.

The apples of Canada are especially very highly prized, and tind their way in very large
,,uantUies to the markets of the lUuted Kingd.nn : and it may be n.entioned here that at the
Centennial Ivxhibition at Philadelphia the Americans honestly ad.nitted theniselves to have been
fairlv beaten by this Ca.uulian product. A New Yo.'k illustrated paper, on that occasion, stated
, that 'the hnest show ,.f fruits at that great Exlubition was - n,ade by the I.'ruit-growers' Association
of Ontario, Canada."

It is to be observed that the areas of the great waters, such as the great lakes and rivers ot the
Cpper Provinces and the St. Lawrence, the bays and inlets of the Lower Provinces, as nearly as
' thev can be estimated from measurement on the maps, would be about U,..00.. s.piare miles, which,
.dded to the areas taken from the census districts, wouldgivea total of over ,S,.U..,(HH» .s.p.are miles.
The area of the whole of the continent of Europe is M,U(H.,,HM) square nyles; the area of the
Unite.1 States, exclusive of Alaska, is .2,.,)SS,nSH s.piare miles -that of Alaska is ,-,77,3iH. s.p.are
.niles-^ombined making :i,.-.l..,97H miles. Thus the nominioii is nearly six hundred thousand
«.iuaremdes larger than the United States without Alaska, and nearl> eighteen thousand square
miles larger than both combined.

The total population of the Dominion by the census of 18H, was 4.:i24.HH>. against .S,(i87,()24 as
shown by the census of M71 . The increase in the old Provinces during the .lecenniad is over 18 per

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oeiit. The inoronHe for the same Provinces
„f males in IHSl was '2,188,854 : that of the females '2, 1
than rmm males over the females in the Dominion.
iinmiKnition of males over females.

Of this populatifm, 478.2:1.') were horn in^the
liiitish rslesan.l Possessions; 101,047 in Prince
i;,lwar(l Island; 420,088 in Nova Scotia; 2H8,2(r)
in Newlirunswick; l„T27,8O0 in Quebec; 1,4(17.-
(,)HH in Ontario; l<t..V,IO in Manitoba; 82,27.") in
Hritish Columbia; .-)8.4H0 in the (Canadian North-
W..'Kt Territories; 77,7.-.3 in the United States;
;in(l X^.XiO in other countries.

Ontario is the most poimlous and wealthy
Province of the Dominion of Canada, and its
j-rowth has been exceedingly rapid. The area
witliin its old limits, as taken from the census
districts, is 101.7:t:i square miles; but if we com -
|,iite this area from simple measurenunit of the
map, including rivers and lakes, its extent would
be increased by al)0Ut 20,000 s.puire miles. It is
further to be stated that the territory recently in
dis|)Ute has been declared to bdony to Ontario
l,y a .lecisioii of the ,Iudi(-ial Coniniittee of the _^
Privy Council, and this adds about 8(1,(100 wpiare .^■
miles to the Province, luakiii!.; alto'jetlier ii total •=.
• f about 2(M),000 square miles. i'

'I'he Province of Ontario reaches the most J
southern point of the Dominion, namely, to the
latitude of Koine in Italy; and beini; in a huw
measure surrounded by the (ireat Lakes of the
C.iutinent of North .\merica. its <:liuuite is much
modified by their inlluence. The principal source
of its wealth is agriculture, and it may be said to
tnke the lead in the farming operations of the
Diiiuinion. The niunber of acres of land surveyed
HI this Province is about ;!1. 000.000. and the
luindierof aci'es already ^ninli'd and sold is about
22,(M)0,0O0. The population of Ontario is 1,02:!,-
228, as shown by the census of 1,S81 ; and. as
already stated, a-^riculture forms the prim ip:il
occupation of the inhabitants. althout:h lumber-
int; in the rich forests, miniii!.! in the bountiful
deposits, commerce, and seatarin^ occupations lui
the Great Lakes, attract a i.ortion of the labor
of the enertjetic people of the Province.

Toronto, the seat of the l'ro\iu.:iai (iovcrnnicnt

1H71 over I8(il was over 12 per cent. Tlie number

! beiuH

nden

i(i ; tliere heiuH a preponderance of more
i his has |)robal)ly arisen from the excess in

but it ap]iears from a munici]

)al ceusu

s recentlv taken

,• countrv mi«ht be proud, and is very rapidly continuin

lad a population «('>,41.") by tbr r.-r.-^usof I.kh! :
ilation is 102,27(); it is a city of which
(^row, both in wealth and population.

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l)iis

y amou^' i,,

/rotfl lliinUi

"iKi Ishiwl I'h:

'>«Belf,oftl.OHot,„,w„,,s,„,„,,,t,,,t,iraie„e,. '"-n'omti,,,, with tl,e Queen fin

-'-.onHan,ii,u.,H,,„, ' '" '""^ ^^■''' ^''-^ ''f '''t'eeonnnunitie.indull.::

A re^nlar steam-ferrv servV.^ •

---e.io„.or.on„;x::: ;r'i;::v" ^'■"'"-^^'-^" - ---' -

•■e cty now owns a beautiful stretch of woo ,anr n '"""'"""' ^""""•''«''>' ''^ ^'^ Howan,

knowu as Hi«h Par.. .,. ,.. ,,..„,,.„„^ ..,:!:: 'I ^:-^;';7' ^^'*" «^eep hi„s and deep ...ehe.'

«o.ne dignified, yet winsouK-,

you see a "select'

'"P"'-o" : a little way distan

picnic party, presided over bv

t i« a church or Sunday-school

picnic,

DOM IN TON OK CANADA

2»

ai'«estcity in „iii-
lie fairest and thu
'le <^neen City nf
e fulJ of vitality,
"iiifla are ranked
■tatest and most
ke a coninmnity
ixiat witliin her
n'ly of tliem are
f vatin^,' aim are

itatioii IniK
festival of
tliepnlpit
I'oiiHhfares
y in whole
"fen City
diistrious,

i' and the
Howard,

> «ulclieK.

■ «i'()iinds
over by

'1 liiciiic.

SirJnlin A. Mnrddwild. K. C. II
I'nmicr of CdiKuhi

the youths and lasses reKalinK themselves in enjoyable
an.l liealthful clxercises. All the w,.ods, hills and liollows
are full of life, health, beauty and yladness.

Residents have at last discovered that even the broil-
m« midsummer days may be spent with delii it and
comfort without leaving the environments of the .itv. fm-
fronting their very doors lies the Island, eool and deli.ions.
when the clank of the nnichinery wheels is stilled and the
day's work is done. This Island has been shamefully
neglected in the past, but one is glad to note that certain
steps have been decided upon to save this valuable piece
of land from furthei- destruction by water during storms.
Hut even as it stands, it is a most salubrious and inviting
si)ot for those tired in arm or brain. All day long, ferries,
launches of various sizes and sail craft, from the tiny skiff i
to the more taut and stately yacht, ply between the cit>
and the Island, and one Hnds in the late sunnner, midway
on the bay, a stream of yellow, golden and brown butter-
flies on their way from the wider fields of the mainland to
the rare clover-blooms, the few and vivid Howers, tlnit

brighten the face of the warn, sand. During the evenings frequenters nu.v son,etin,es be nun.bere.l
by the thousand, enjoying the nun.erous pastin.es that the p.n-veyors of anuisenu-nt luue p.ovided
1 l.e ,nerry-go-roun,i, with its freight of riders -- con,prising pre, lasses, with healthful ..he. ks and
sunny eyes, and lads who sit rU-a-n. to catch the eo.p.ettish sn.iles or nus..hievous glances of the
..rls^never ceases its revolutions save to take a batch of new-con,ers. 'rhe swish and rund.ie of
the roller-coastoM-, as it takes its passengers up the steep as well as down, are pleasant sounds ■ and

to these .s ad.led the incessant crack of rifles, fron. the practice in the shooti Uleries. Tho-e

who care to see the entire surround,ngs brought together .,ur..s,p,e ,o,u r„s.,M.. nun enter

the camera obscura. or wi.ar.l's dark chand.er. Fringing a considerable port f the Island coast

.s a range of tasty cottages, cool and pleasant, and fronting the green, or green and blue, waters „f
I.ake Ontano. For the greater part the color co.nbinations of these cottages are ver^ happv. 1 ndia

.v< ttpon the roof harn,on,.es well w,th the ru-h Nile-green of the sides. Along the'sands n is I

and the color close to the water line is dun pink, or as the ladies phrase it. -'ashes of roses"
Kcfreslnnent houses, cleanly and sun.p.uously kept, abound: an,l all the lu.x,n-,es or delicacies that
you hnd tn the city you can purchase there. Xo tourist should leave T.uonto without spendin.. an
evening at the Island.

The railway, unfortunately, runs along the lake, preventing anv pleasant ••Siran,l- Street
aud spodn.g, as it does at Genoa, the access to the shore. Here, as at Kingston, the I-ren.-h were
first n. the land, and the place is me.Uionedin old reports of skirn.ishers with Indians an,l Knulish
\et there are ,nen now alive who are old enough to remember hearing when the first buggv was
.Irtven through the streets, which are ,>ow broad, well paved, and lined with houses, giving evidence
of all the prosperity of a pushing and thriving com.nerce. Toronto had its troubles and excitements
■h.nng the An.erican War ; and not far off, across the water, the battle of Queenston Heights gave
Hrock, the British General, a grave, an.l the regular and provincial troops a well earned victorv
over an enemy strongly posted.

A less agreeable reminiscence is the indecisive fight between a greatlv superior bodv of Fenians
aud a Toronto battalion in lH(i(i „ear the Welland Canal, when boll, sides after firing much
retreated-the Fenians to Fort Erie, the Toronto men towards the canal. The object of the

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<:iiim-lian attack was attaino.], for the cutting of the canal, wliich was tlie object of the invaders,
was fruHtriited, Soveiul HuUaiit vouthH beloii^iiiM to the rnivorMity were killed, arid a mouunient
ill the pleasant and sluuly inirk attracts the respect of the citizens for those who were foremost in

was able oftei

tlie I'nited Hti

This rece

(if Toronto, w

neither the o
scicnci's. \V1:
Mfti'orolo'^'y s
uliicli BO wh
Wiiininu of te
whic'li is wv;
Wiishinnton ii

O.iiiumtr Hull, ttivoiilo
Kivins evidence at that time of the iiatiiotic siiirit which auiinate.l all Canadians. Dsjioode Hall,
where are the Law Cnnrts, is a line buildiii!-, worthy of tlie leanie.l Bar which meets there, and of
the ability of the .indues who preside over the I'rovincial fonrts. U was named after the first (lliief
.Instice of Ujiper Canada, and is meniorahle for an imposing' ceremony in which Mr. Hlake, tlu
ei-leaderof the luvsent Ojiposition in the Fedfral Parliament, ami one of the ablest lawyers in tlir
Dominion, welcomed hi an impressive speech the American Secretary of State, Mr. Kvarts.

-■#*^

CiiU, inilii of Toruiifo

M'liat remarkable statesman and orator delivered to the assembled company in the library a most
eloipient reply, dwelling on the part taken by the exponents of law in the affairs of nations, and
en.phasiy.inn his hearty desire-a >lesire for which Mr. Kvarts, through his hi«li official position,

vorks, such
are Professoi
to be the Mel
if wo may ju
I'liiversity, u
attractiii}^ tc
iinsliepherde
The Hoi
musical test
ciiicf attract
slimmer fill
fountain in I
iny scene.

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of the invaders,
,ricl a monument
.N'ere foremoHt in

i. OH^'oode Uali.
eets there, and of
ter the tirst ('liiel
ill Ml-. Hhvke, till
■Ht hi \v vers in the
!iti'. Air. ICviirts.

WHS able often effectively to labor -for the coiitiiuUMl lianiinny iiiid H'""^ niiderstandin^ between
the I'nited KtateK and the Hritisli Minpire.

This reeeiitioii was one of the historic cveiitK wliich will live ill tlic iiieiiior> of the men
of Toronto, where iiolitictt are as eayerly imrsiied as are the material j^aiin of trade, and where
neither the one nor the other is able to efface a love for letters.' Ieariiiii«, the arts and the
sciences. When the Univer.-ily is visited the Observatory of the Federal (loveriuncnt for
Meteorology should not be iieylecteil. for from such heiul(|naiter- cmiic the "storm warnings"
which BO wholesomely affri^fht our sailors, keeiiin.u them to safe ports, and iiivin-; them
warning of tempest. Dr. Carpmael is at the head of this establishment, and it is the only one
which is very well proviih-il with instrimients and honse space, bciicj better even than that at
Washington in this respect. Dr. Daniel Wilson, the author of many learned and e.\.rlleiitly written

Llie library a most
irs of nations, ami
li ottieial position

C. I'. I\'. /iiiiliii iin r llii lliiii

•works, such as --Old I'.dinliniMh '■ and •■I'riniesal Man," i.nd Dr. Iliilton. with niau> able men.
are Professors of '1 (n-onto Fniversity. a seat of learnin;^ daily tiicwnit^ in popular favor, and destined
to be the Metropolitan Fniversity of Ontario. The biuldni^s are tJood, hut will need enlartienieiit,
if we iiiav judjje from the ever incieasiiifi number of students. There are collet;es aftiliated to the
Fniversity, and King's College. Trinity and others attest the powers the denominations possess In
attracting to special establishments the sons of those who fear to embark their olfspring on the
unsheliherded fields of Fniversity life favored by the Scottish ami continental systems.

The Horticultural Oai .lens, which comprise a handsome Oothic structure, the scene of many a
musical festival, and where many a prima donna has displayed her vocal powers, form one of the
chief atlractioiis of the t^hieen City. The grounds around are tastefully laid out, ami in spring and
summer fill the air with the rich perfume of their variegated flowers and plants, while a handsome
fountain in the centre of the grounds lends additional grace with its shining spra> to the surround-
ing scene.

»2

l><>.MI.M{)N OK CAN A DA

l.ort,.,„s „, ,1,.. l.,„„„n„„ . l„a ere ,„r«uinK an onwanl courB.., a fi,, a.n.ss I,.ko Ontario t..

"'r' '""• "-' "'■ ^•^'^-' ^'- '"— -<- i« -u. t.,i..tv n„K.s ; a uH. .in.It, !

".akn.f- ,w„ trips .iaily i„ tl,e season .,f lako navij-ation.

Niagara Kails ,e of ,„o n.i.l.tv wo„,,ers :. this w.,rl,l; a ten.ple not nnul. ,n han.ls. Its

n e son.c.tl..n« so n.tcns.l, san-e., in the place that, as ,vou approach it for M,e lir'st tin.e, vo,,'

nt, '.r;r '■■'■'; " '"• "^^ ^"""-^^ -' ^°-" «-^— .....secret .mu .......

ahoiit to face llic Alajesty of (ioil in natnre.

"All ii-.'^('iiil)lj Hiich as iMii'th

An „nn,ense torrent of water tears l,ea.llon« down fron. some «reat hei«ht. I,„t there is no i.lea of
«..ape orsitnation, nothin. hnt va.ne inn.iensit.v. Kew can coniprehen,, the vastnes! of 1

scene; n, ,ts contemplat one is hewil.lore.l ; yet strangely connnin,Ie,l there comes a feelin, of

peace. Peace of i,iin(i, iran-
■ ■|iiilil.v. (uhn recollectioiiK,
\ uTiut thoiiyhts of eternal rest
•■<ii(l happiness, notliinf,' of
j ylooin or terror. Niagara is
slHni|.i.l Oil the heart as an
iniaj,'e of licmity. to renii'.iii
llierccliaiit,'elcss an. I in.leliM,.
niitii its pnlses cea.se to heat
torever. This niiyhty catai'iict
1-= f.irni.'.l hy I he .niptyinf,' .)f
Ihc waters of I,al«. Krie.
which in nini re.'eivew the
waters of I.akc Hnr.ni, into
Ontario. A .•luster of islan.ls
in the centre .if the stream
iiinses the liver to (liver<,'e
int.) two liraiu'hes, selidiiij,'
the water over ihe .Vmerican
I'alls .111 the one lian.l, an. I
.iver the Caiia.liaii or Hoise-

, . — «. Shoe Kalis .m the other. The

^;" '"- " -"•" "f ■'-« ..'■•"<• feet. The fa... of (.,at l.slan.l ..ccnpies a .piarter of a mile.

an. .,ll,.w,n, that arc the American Kalls. whi<.h present an almost strai,ht line of .00 feet, so

.Las an. the tslan.ls fortn .,ne «ran.,. h„t broken an.l irre,„,ar, cnrve of nearlv a mile

.en th. It has been .-onipnte,! that twenty million cubic feet, or seven hun.lre.l an.l ten thousan.l

ons of wat,.r per n,ia,.te, empties itself over the Horse-Shoe Falls alone. Helow the Falls is

(^ueenston where is erecte.l a monnment. in the shape of a tine Corinthian cohnnn, to the

memory of (ieneral ]5r.x.k. a name fatnons in the wars for in.lepen.lence

Hiumlton is an.ither remarkable instance of the «r,iwth of a Cana.lian city. It was laid ont as

cent as the year ,s,H, an., has now a population of about 40,000. As proof of its rapi.l .levelop-

nient ami nicrease. the p.ipulati.m. between the years 1H.>„ and IH.'.T. rose fron, lO.O.K. to ■>, „,, \,

.« the centre of the wo.,1 tra.le of Cana.la. for it is estimate., that the Dominion pro.Iuces over five

w.v,l staplers an., .,ealers. The nei,hhorhoo,| isalso remarkable for its a.ricultnral an.l .lairv pro.,uce

DOMINION OF CANADA

3:i

lid iiortli-westi'iii

l-iike Ontario to

|)|)oiiite(l ateiiinci

li' by IuhkIh. Its
ilftely paralyzcil.
If first time, von
t -tlmt voii were

ii'i-c IS no idea nf
mstuess of tlml
•UK'S II fccliiii; of
' of iMiiid. tnni-
1 recollections,
s of etci-iiiil rest
■is. iiotliiii},' of
or. Niaj,'iii'n is
lie lieiu-t a.s iiii
it>. to reiiii>.iii
ss 1111(1 iiidelilile
s ceiiHe to l)eat
niylity cataract
le eiiiptyiiifi of
f I.alic iMie,
I receives the
U' Huron, into
ister of islands
of the stream
er to diver','e
dies, sendini;
the .\inericnn
lie liand, and
liiiii oi' Iforse-
lie otliei'. The
•tei' of a n)ile,
3f '.too feet, so
nearly a mile
I ten thousand
the Falls is
lunin. to the

as laid out as
apid develop,
to 2,").0<M). It
icea over tive
the Hamilton
lairy ])roduce.

l''roiM llniiiiltoii westwards, the country assumes a different iippcaraiict' : ^^eiieniUy the land
had lieen Hal, hut now may he met a sii(;cession of hill and dale, t;reall\ resemlilin^' in a|ipearance
that of the Old Country. IJiit independent of these old country asMiciations, which aie further au>;
nu'iited hy the Himiliir
ity ill the names of
villa;{es, towns and
cities, there is inucli to
he seen which is pecu-
liar to this new world,
and which we cannot
!iet 111 the old world.

I'lCtweeii llainilton
anil the western limit
of t lie r ro\ i ncc of
Ontario, a nimher of
til living! cities and
towns are passed, all
indicative of that pro-
•_'ressi\c spirit of.eHler-
jirise which so cliarac
lerises the western sett
ler ; The i^rowiiiL; town
ofCiilt ; the lioy.il City J
of (aielph, founded on ,;
St. (leorye's I'uy. and 5
so niinied in liouiir ■ f J
the Koyalj family, a f
f^reat stock-raisinj; cen-
tre and the seat of lln'
On tario .\i,'ricultiiial
( 'ollcfic a (iovernmeiit
institution, whose
efforts in the (laiise of
ajjricullure are most
praisewortiiy ; Berlin,
the centre of an indus-
trious settlement from
the I''atherlaiid : Jirant-
ford, so called after the
■,'reat Mohawk chief,
^Joseph Brant, who. in
the troublous times in
which he lived, was
the stauv.chaii 1 worthy
friend and ally of the

Bri'.ish.. here tna is a celehrated seminary for the education (if ynuns,' ladii^s. known :i.k the
15iaiitford Ladies' Collefr' : Paris, 80 desijiiiatcd from its coiitij^uity to beds of >4ypsum .: plaster

1>0>1INION OF CANADA

'" ^"'"^ W,„„lHt.„.k, t..o county seat of Oxford h- •

'"'■"'"■'• ti.e ...etr„,H,liH of VVoHten, O. ,-

''"'--—— Co.., :nn.;:r:'j:r.:;';:"r':'v''^ '^""' ^^*^" '* --

. . ' '.^^v:i:i:.i:i''JiteJlifaa'ii|'ff^Jf ■,„,„-- ,1,, , „,™.-„,™™„-,,,,,

■H "..e of ,lK. ,.]easin« featnreB one rneot« witli '^'^'^^ MtmlUm

iukI ent
of itH b
liiHtit.iti
iJRbmen
Ko.i
II jilicnoi

|HH|, iH

(Tiiployr
is II i.otc
Int
to which
The rod

Hv Hd.liC

thill. Slim

I.IOIIH yiul
II.-P of ma
siiifjie one

tllOllslllul

Wlmt
hikI nhsta
rount.y, a
iibstaoles,
"xte.it, ai.i
itself, the
away. TI
habitable f
of (.oni.trv
every toiifj
spoke.i, w(
the iiihabil
eiitei|).iHe
like of whi

DOMINION OK CANADA

■e; InKiTHoll, „„ted f,„

ty from whicli it tiikes
lie UivcT Tha.n..H. Thi.

■+')i,ih.i:.,)
liJiilvi; I

If' I' -5

1?
1 sfekiii« a new

s biith. and he

|.y such circiini-

This city was

live of industry

and onterprine, while Hhe occupieH Hp,.ciul pre-ep mm.e ,xh «u o.lucational centre fro.n tho fu.l
of itH bein« the Heat of the renowne.l Western UniverHity. as well an huviuK a widely celebrate.l
mntitntion for the education of youny ladies in Hellnnith College, one of the n.oHt note.l estah
hshmentH of itH kind on the American continent.

Southward of London in Kt. ThonniH. which, Hince the coUHtructiou of the railways, has umde
a phenomenal rapi.l p,o«reHH. uuHurnaHHed by any Cana.lian city. It wan in.orporate.l an a e.t.y in
IMHI. iH an important railway centre, while the extensive workHhops of the M. C. U K which ^ive
e.nployment to .v lar«e nun.ber of hands, are locuUed here. The Ahna Ladies" (olleKe of this pla.e
is H noted Hcholastic institution.

In the went^rM „rtion of the I'royince we con-eon the rock oil or petroleun, district • a dis.n..,
to winch, more or le.-s, nearly eyery cottage hor.^e i.i Knslan.l in now in.lehted for its artitieial li.-ht
The rock od, or petroleum, is one of the mont remarkable an.l ,>ec,diar natural products of Canada
Hyson.e authorities it .s clainu-l that the oil.b< . . .^, HmcHtone extends oyer an area of seven
thousand square miles. It is certain that the area n.ust be an e.xtensiye one. otherwise the.enor

ttiiliirin .liiriciilhiiiil Cnlhnc (inrl/,/!
...ons y.eld of oil could not he obtained. The oil exists in the cavities of ti,. Innestone roc" whirh
are of nmnne origin. The an.onnt of oil yiven out by som. of the wells is sin.ply enormous ,
sn,»le one having been known to „ve over thirty thousand barrels, or one n.illion' ten hundred
Miousand f,'allons, of oil in the course of twelve months.

What the future of Canada nuiy be no man can faintly in,a«ine. That it will n.eet with cheeks
and obstacles in the progress of its developn.ent, all .nust e.xpect and be prepare.l f,,,- Hut the
country, asn. the case of the opposition to the Canadian Pacific Railway, will rise superior ^o sueh
obstacles, and find itself all the stroufier because they have been n,et. Practically boundless in
"Xteut, and with a ran«e of temperature and clinnUe of the widest diversity, it is a world with,,,
.tself,the «loryof which n,ay be only rising when that of n.any an -Id worl.i dvua.ty is fadin.
away. That such a country should have ren.ained practically unknown to other parts of ,1,.,
habnable «lobe for so long, that up to even the present time millions upon millions of s.,uare unles
of country should stil, remain nnsurveyed, and notwithstanding that although every lation and
every tongue has been helping to give it a pop,dation, the Anglo-Sa.xon language is everywhere
spoken, would seem to make all that can be seen or heard about it of deep and special interest to
the.nhabitantsof Great Britain, to whom this greater Britain offers an ever op.n feld ne-- i,.
enterprise and resources, m which the descendants of both will he called upon to take a part",he
like of which the old world in all its history has never dreamt of.

•»,/

H(l

)()MI N ION or lAN.v DA

1 in Hh„|-,.,| i„ l,v ,1 f,,,,, ,j„„,,^^^^

ft in a ,.,.„„.,.„, LHief „.„„>,« Ihu Ar,.mcft„H, u MM whir., „ „,„.,„„ ,„ ,„ , ,
.-.UHtH, that ,M..,euH..„f ,,.,,.„l.ui„n, ,,ro,luctiven««K of noil un-l tlu/J 1 ' ' r ' ':'"""

Isiiiiii

from the truth. Upper Canada, especially, l,a. .juite ontntripped even tho"

the original States of the Dnioii. A coinimviunn f>f fi,o * »• »• j. .,

be itndoubtedlv the case. And wth ^^ o^^'T' f. " '"" """"^''"^ "''""^ ""« *"

the eame proportion in favor of Ca, Jk I'-duct.ons of the two countries, there is found

m.ii^t iiiuspcrous of all

ill !>> 11 few (iiiiii'Mi
Imiiici' (if civiliziitlui
illiiiiy ran I),. farOiM

CITV OF LONDON

A COMPENDIUM

Gkai'iiic Ski:t(iii:s of its Prominknt Viacb and Vymui

EPISODES IN USEFUL LIVES AND I OCAL RKNFINLSCENC'ES

t)ro!i[)crons of nil
•ies allows this to
es, there is found

The Bennett Furnlshins Co. (Limited),
Kectoiy Street. — One of tlie most mportant in
dustries of this city is the manufactnte of fiiiniture,
ami foremost among the estalilishments in this line is
that of the liennctt I'urnisliing Company (Limited)—
Henry Taylor, Ksq., President, R. iiennett, Esti.,
.Secretary. This house was established twenty-live
years ago by the late Charles Bennett, who retired in
1S72, and the (our sons carried on the business under
the name of Bennett Bros. About seven years .ago
;he business was merged intoajnint stock company.
Ihe Bennett Furnishing Co. manufacture school,
church, office and fine art furniture ; and in these
lines this house is surpassed bv no other on the
continent of .\merica. In art furniture their designs
arc often elaborate, always chaste and highlv finished.
They are of course always changing or adding new
ones ; but among them may be mentioned those in
<iUQen Anne. Klizabethan and Louis XIV. styles ;
and C.othic and classic in church furniture. Expert

'" III..:..... a ;''o^,( .1, ,T- the itiuu.stry

engaged in demands the services of artists in wood.
The works cover some five acres, the main building

being 100x60 and three stories in height, a sul).
stantial white brick structure ; and the building used
for shipping purposes is 30x70 fV.t in dimensions.
1 he factory is jirovided with the latest tools and
luachinery ; constant employment is found for fifty-five
hands ; and steam power is supplied by an engine of 40-
horse power. Tlio trade enjoyed by this Company is
immense, extending as it does over the whole of the
Dominion and a large section of the Old Country,
for iho littter attention to which this Comjiany have
very large wareroonis in Clasgow, where an army of
hands is employed, and to which, on an average,
some fifty carloads of furniture are shipped each year.
This Company have secured many pri?is at exhibitions
for their work ; and at both the Colonial and Edin-
burgh International their exhibits of church and
school furniture were pronounced to be by'far tht
finest. Canada has long held her own against Ihe
world in furniture generally : but wilhin recent year-
she has obtained an envia'-i- position in fine art
turninirc, thanks lu ihe abiiuy ai.d enterprise of the
Bennett Furnilure Co.

CITY OF LONDON

^' ^' K«00tt If Oo>, Importers of Groceries,
York Street.— Amongst the leading grocery establish-
ments of London is that of Messrs. T. B. Kscott &
Co., which for the extent of its trade, the variety
of its stock and the superiority of its goods, is
entitled to more than ordinary prominence and
recognition. Though numbered amongst the more
recent of the establishments of the " Forest City," it
has nevertheless in ihe short period of its existence
pushed itself into public notice, and already enjos , a
favorable notoriety. This house was opened on
September ist of the present year, the Dremiso-
being located on York Street, near to Richmoml,
and comprising a large and commodious ware-
house 122x40 feet in dimensions, of solid brick and
three stories in height, with a I>a.. nient devoted to
Jhe storage of sugar, vinegar and li:,ii. The (Irst flat
is utilized for offices and sample rooms, as well as for
shipping purposes, and the facilities here enjoyed
are nul •lUipassed by any house in London. ihe
second floor contains a large stock of canned goods
and rice, a section being set apart for the packing of

gooas, while the third floor carrier a hr(,t. stock of
teas, cofl'ees anil wooden-ware Messrs I scott &
Co. deal extensively in canned gf.o,l,, ,.,ch as vege-
tables, fruits, fish and meats ; also dried fruits, figs,

[ dates, raisins and prunes, while a specialty is trade
of teas, cofTees and spices. The stock carried em-
braces a full and complete line of groceries of fine

I (juality, including every article necessary for a really

, first-class establishnimt, and in its comprehensive
nature is fully equal i.) that carried by any contem-
poraneous house. The goods are imported at first
hand, and as they are bought in large quantities for
cash, customers get the full benefit of the market

; Orders are { vomptly filled, and gouds ordered fronl
a distance are immediately despatched. The mem-
bership of this enterprising firm is constituted as

; follows : Messrs. T. B. Escott, J. C. Hazard, and J.

i H. Cole, all gentlemen of high business abilities,

I thoroughly acquainted with the trade • snd horrr
the conservatism of their management,' this' house
stands to-day among the most solid and reliable estab-
lishments of London, while its future is well assured.

J. O.

I' lours, 2;

world moi

It is one <

such we 1

millers an

to adopt a

flour— wit:

never fail

esteemed 1

in it we pr

course, ar

productive

tJntario, i

Canada, it

quality ; a

of which I

ranks very

wondered

and find a 1

grain are :

London, ar

nianufactur

L I). ,Saun

before the

He is propi

Mills ; the

from Woo(

mills, offerii

tion with th

where the!)

•" factured. I

t that has se

repuialion.

V, City Queen,

I grades are

! sale. It is 1

very large ti

-, manufacture

He likewise

kinds, his st

J 70,000 busf

I never reach

I on one of thi

4 hrfr.rr' :.r.lr..

1 .Saunby is a 1

j excellent ma

Ihighly respec

UKPUKSF.NTATIVK BUSINESS MKN

■• a large stock of
lessrs. Kscott &
(Is, such as vege-
(Iried fruits, (igs,
specialty is rrade
lock carried em-
groceries of fine
!ssary for a really
s comprehensive
1 l)y any contem-
iniported at first
■ge quantities for
t of the market.
'lis ordered from
led. The mem-
is constituted .is
. Hazard, and J.
usiness abilities,

nent, this house
id reliable estab-
is well assured.

•JOSEPH D.SAUNBy

NORTH BPANCH MILLS

J. D. Saunby, M.mufacturer of High Craile
!■ lours, .'55 \ „rk Slieel.— There is no country in the
world more iliMingiiislied for its Hour than Canada
It IS one of our If.nling articles of induslry, and as
such we have much re.ison to br proud of it. Our
millers are men of enterprise and push ever ready
to adopt a system that will produce a liner grade of
Hour— with which they combine that energy which
never fads to secure success. Ontario is justly
esteemed the premier Province of the Dominion, and
IP It we produce the finest wheat. .Some sections, of
course, are more lughly favored th.an others, ami
productive of a richer class of grain. Western
Ontario, it is generally conceded, is the Goshen of
t.anada, its cereals being at a prenuum in regard to
'piality ; .ind the wheat of that part ol the country,
ol which Lond(m is the central or converging point
ranks very higl. in the market. It nee.l not be
wondered at, theref.re, if the millers here pr.,.i.er
and find a ready demand for llicir fiour. Flour 'ui,|
Krain are among the staple articles ,,f commerce in
i-ondon, and there is' one extensively engage<l as a
manufacturer of flour and as a dealer in grain- Mr
I. n. .S.iunby, who is widely known, having been
before the public fi)r the last <|uarter of a century
lie is proprietor <,f the North liranchand Dlackfri.irs
Mills ; the new extension of the C. I'. K., running
from Woodstock to Windsor, and c' '
mills, offering every facility fi>r transport
tion with this enterprise there is a I
where the barrels retiuired for this <
factured. Mr. .Saunby produces n I ,,^
that h.is secured for his eslahU-hmen't a very high
repulalion. The three principal brands are • " l-'orest
<Uy Queen," " Tecumseh " :..iid " .Vnsonia." These
grades are of first-cl.ass qualiiy, and meet with a ready
sale. It IS needless to say that M.. .Saunby enjoys a.
very large trade not only in these but in all the grades
manufactured, as his goo, , are all of standard quality
He likewise deals verj extensively in grain of .all
kmris, his store "m \V,rk Street having a capacity ol
70,000 busheN Very large quantities, however
never reach th, ,re. His North Rranch Mills are
"1r"?^, "L'_ l.'^'^^'pal roads to London, and farmers,

'! ■ o""!n :":" -ic city, .scii to Iiiiii there. Mr.

Saunby is a native of Canada, .and is an energetic and
excellent man of business. He is widely known and
highly respected.

i>se I'

these

;i<-c-

■ r- :-;e,

> are m.inu-

lade of flf>ur.

Fsrglison Brothars, Lumber Merchants, York
and Kidout Streets.— The advantages afforded by
London as a commercial centre, by her combined
railroad routes, make it especially .i.lapied as a
lumber market, and within the past few years these
advantages have been improved by the establishment
ol firms who have gone extensively into the handling
ol lumber. Among the gentleiiu n who have promi-
nently embarked in this enterprise are Messrs
I'eiguson lirothers, who deal in all kinds of lumber"
dressed and undresseil lath, shingles, cedar posts'
etc. Their offices and yar<ls are located at the'
: corner of \ ork and Kidout Sin ets, where they have
i excellent facilities for handling their large stocks of
lumber, while they have also a branch establishment
III the east end. The firm was organized by the
present jiartners in 1878, and fr,)m the first did a
good business, which has since steadily increased
As an induslry the manufacture of lath and .shingles
holds a hii'li place among the activities of a com-
munity, an.l the Messrs. I-'erguson, in seeking to
ptrfect the works ne-essary for the demand of the
public, h.ive e.,!abl • ed a first-class tr.ade, while they
give employment some thirteen hands. Kxtra
-hingles are nude .-ciaby, bill stuff is cut to order
ami special induccii.ents are offered in carload lots'
I he gentlemen operatinj; this important er'erprise
are natives of this countiy ; they are con rsant and
familiar with all the details of their bu .,ess. while
they ate personally esteemed in commercial circles.

„9" '• "'y""**"' T^e'->' '•:>'' a(e and Land Agency,
Molsons n.ank Huilding. -The steady growth of
I-ondon and the rapid increa- in population in
western Ontario, have opened 1.,, a wide and impor-
tant fie 1 of enterprise in the line of real estate
.Many prominent citizens of London are engaged in
this business. Amongst those well known in this
line, and whom familiarity with the < dy and experi-
ence m these transactions have fitted so eminently
for th.s^business, is Mr. C. E. Hrydges. This agency
which he now controls was established by .Messrs G
B. Harris & Co., In,t has been und-r the direct

"••"" wheit

tnanaccment of Mr. Rrv li,..; since !.8.«o
he I IS been a promii ..; and leading participator m
real estate iransactions. That which has contributed
largely to his si- cess has been the thoroughly
reliable and methodical business principles which

CITY 01 LONDON

have governed his dealings with this community, and
established for him a popular favor »• hich strict
probity alone can secure. Mr. Brydges is a native
of England, and as a real estate and land agent he
stands deservedly high in commercial circles, while
his agency has the full confidence of thi public.

Dominion Baby Oarrlogo Co., Hourd,
Keenleyside it Mackay, 68 and 70 King .Street. —
Engaged most extensively in the Dominion in the
manufacture of baby carriages are Messrs. Hourd,
Keenleyside & Mackay, of 'the Dominion liaby
Carriage Co., 68 and 70 King Street. Their build-

ings, outhouses and yard cover an area of half an
acre, the two main buildings being respectively
45 X 80 feet and 30 x 100 feet in dimensions ; both
are splendid brick buildings, three stories high.
This house has been established since 1866, and
Messrs. Hourd, Keenleyside & Mackay are engaged
in the manufacture of children's carriages and sleighs,
reed rattan chairs, cradles, etc., the reed chairs
having been added within the last twelve months.
The latest and most improved machinery is used in
the manufacture of these goods, the facilities are
unequalled, and the equipment is complete. Fifty
hands are employed. This house enjoys a first-class
reputation, manufacturing nothing but the very best
work, which is not surpassed anywhere on this con-
tinent. The " Lome " cutters made by this firm are
known all over Canada, as also their hand and clipper
sleds; their chair rockers and "Royal Mails" are
equally well known in every portion of the Dominion ;
while their chairs and cradles are marked by
artistic taste in design and finish, and being at the
same time most durable, places them at the front in
the Canadian market. As might be expected, the
trade is a very large one, and is constantly increasing.
This house is rejiresented on the road by three tra-
vellers. Messrs. Hourd, Keenleyside iV Mark.iy are
well known for their energy and perseverance, and
they rank among the prominent citizens of London.

Tho London Roal Eatato and Agonoy
Aaaoolatlon, 437 Richmond .S'reet.— The real
estate interests are well represented in London,
especially by the Corporation known as the London
Real Estate and Agency Association, which has been
in existence since 1877, and has lately taken over
the business of Wm. M. Modie & Co,, of long stand-
ing as real estate agents here. It is under the most
efficient and experienced 11 anagement of Messrs, VV.
M. Moore, H. E. Nellesand Thomas A, Browne ; the
Association gives special attention to the following
branches : acting as land agents, assignees in trust,
collectors, accountants, auditors, financial agents,
valuators, brokers, and auctioneers of land and
stocks. Mr. Moore, who has had an experience of
some fifteen or sixteen years in this line, takes com-
plete charge of the real estate department, and acts
IS auctioneer of land and insolvent stocks, his long
experience giving him peculiar advantages in the
prosecution of these branches. He is also one of the
nuditors of the Huron and Erie Loan and Savings
Company. Mr. H. E. Nelles, who is a Solicitor of
the Supreme Court of Ontario of seventeen years'
simding, and a Notary Public, was for a number of
years official assignee of the county of Miildlesex and
city of London, un<ler the Insolvent Act of 1875,
doing in this line the largest business west of Toronto.
I le acts as trustee for the benefit of creditors, and has
the special charge of that department of the business,
as also of collections. Mr. Browne, who is an able
accountant of long standing, acts as such for the
Association. Loans are negotiated by this Corpora-
tion, and they also act as arbitrators on questions of
real estate. They have clients in all parts of the
country, and they publish periodically a list of pro-
perties which they have (m their books for sale in the
city and suburbs, and farming lands throughout
Ontario and Manitoba.

FItzseraid, Soandrett & Co., Wholesale
Crocers, 169 Dundas Street. — Few western cities in
Canada are more highly favored with respect to
grocery establishmenls—in size, purity and general
excellence of stock, etc. — than London. Prominent
amongthe wholesale and retail grocers of the " Forest
City" are Messrs. Fitzgerald, Scandrett & Co., ibg
Dundas Street. This house has been established for
twenty-eight years, being conducted by Fitzgerald A
Scandrett until 1877, wlien a new partner was ad-
mitted, the, style of the firm being changed to its
present form. Owing to the rapid increase of trade,
this firm were obliged to enlarge their premises in
1882, being now 200 feet deep, with three flats.
The stock carried is immense, most of which is
imported direct from England, and bought for cash.
A specialty is made of teas, coffees, and fancy
groceries. A choice stock of wines and liquors is
also constantly kept on hand ; and this firm sell
largely of the famous Pelee Isl.ind wines, in the
county of Middlesex. They also handle Mumm's
popular brands of liquors. The stock carried is of
a very fine quality, and the goods can always be
relied upon as being pure. As a result, Messrs.
Fitzgerald, .Scandrett tt Co. conduct one of the
largest and finest grocery trades in the city, each
year bringing a fresh number of customers ; and the
irntnls bi'iiig bnnght foi" rnsb nnd in very !ar£Te quan-
tities, gives this firm an advantage, in ofTering their
goods to customers at a figure which few houses,
if any, doing a retail business in London can com-
pete against.

REP.RESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

• and Aganoy

S''eet. — The real
nted in London,
ivn as the London
n, which has been
lately taken over
]o,, of long stand-
is under the most
ent of Messrs. \V.
vs A. Browne ; the
1 to the following
assignees in trust,
financial agents,
:ers of land and
an experience of
is line, takes com-
jartnient, and acts
nt stocks, his long
idvantages in the
B is also one of the
Loan and Savings
o is a Snlicitor of
f seventeen years'
IS for a number of
of Middlesex and
■ent Act of 1875,
ss west of Toronto,
r creditors, and has
:nt of the business,
nc, who is an able
s as such for the
d by this ("orpora-
)rs on questions of
n all parts of the
cally a list of pro-
joks for sale in the
lands throughout

Co> , Wholesale
V western cities in
1 with respect to
mrity and general
ndon. Prominent
:ers of the " Forest
ndrett & Co., 109
een established for
sd by Fitzgerald *
w partner was ad-
ng changed to its
1 increase of trade,
their premises in
with three fiats,
most of which is
tl bought for cash,
oflees, and fancy
ines and liquors is
and this firm sell
tnd wines, in the
D handle Mumm's
stock carried is of
)ds can always be
I a result, Messrs.
induct one of the
; in the city, each
ustomers ; and the
n very larire ruan-
;e, in oflfering their
which few houses,
London can com-

Bank of London In Canada : Office, Dundas
Street.— Among the youngest of our banking houses
IS the Bank of London in Canada. But two years in
existence— for it was established in 1884— Mie volume
of Its business has steadily increased, and there is
every assurance that it will form one of our stable
institutions. It is under the management of an able
and experienced gentleman, Mr. A. M. Smart, who
IS a thorough financier. The paid-up capital is
$200,000, with a reserve fund of $50,000, so that
the Bank of London in Canada is not only under
competent management, liut is established by a
financial backing which already secures it against
any mimediate emergency. Last year the assets
were $1,218,769.17; this year they amount to
$1,315,000, showmg an increa.se of $96,230.83.
The present premises of the Bank are already found
to be too small, and a removal to more commodious
ones IS immediately required. Branches will be
found at Brantfoid, Watford, I'etiolia, Dresden and
Ingersoll. I'ollowing are the Board of Directors •
Messrs. Henry Taylor, IVcsident ; John Labatt,
Vice-President ; L Uanks, John Morison, Thomas
Kent, Wilbam Duffield, B. Cronyn, Thomas Long,
i". B. Leys, and John Leys. Jr.

•

Tha London Brawery, John Labatt, proprie-
tor, Simcoe and Talbot Slreets.-One of the pro-
minent establishments in London, the production of
which IS of the highest order of merit, and which is
as perfectly e<|uipped as any in the city, is the well
known brewery of Mr. John Labatt, which for a
number of years has been prominently identified with
the beer-brewing interests of this city. The business
ot this house was begun in 1828, the original brewery
having been built by .Mr. John lialkwell, of logs cut
from the surrounding forest. This being burnt down,
it was rebuilt of cobble-stones. In 1847 Mr
Balkwell sold out to Messrs. Labatt & Eccles. Ten
years later the last named gentleman retired, and Mr.
J. K. Labatt was left sole proprietor. This gentle-
man dying in 1866, his son, the present proprietor,
succeeded to the business, and under his able manage-
ment ami administration the trade of the house
h.as widely extended. In 1874 the hieivery was de-
stroyed by fire, but was rapidly rebuilt, every modern
improvement in machinery and appliances being
introduced in its construction ; and as a result, its
facilities lor the production of a first-class article are
all that could be desired. The premises, which are
located at the corner of Simcoe and Talbot Streets,
cover an extent of six acres, upon which aie erected
spacious and commodious buildings. The annual
capacity of this enterprising establishment is over
30,000 Kirrels of ale and porter, and the capacity of
the malthouses is about 85,000 bushels, while em-
ployment IS given to some 70 hands. The quality of
I'cer IS of a most superior nature, and is not
excelled by any similar establishment on this conti
nent. The trade of the house extends from die
Atlantic to the Pacific, whilq.<<!onsiderabie (luantily
IS exported to the UnitgJT St ,-es for private con-
sumption ; the product of the house is now four
times what it was in 1S74, when the brewery was
rebuilt. As a proof of the high character of the ales
manufactured at tills establishment, Mr. Labatt
received at the Centennial Kxhibition in 1876 three
medals, and highly satisfactory reports from the
judges and the members of ihe Enulish 'Jommissinr.
In 1877 he Wits awarded a medai at 'the World's
tan, held in .Sydney, Australia, and again in 1878,
at the Pans Exposition, France. In fact, wherever

he has exhibited, Mr. Labatt has always obtained

awards. That the products of this brewery are of

I the purest manufacture may be gleaned from the

i analytical reports of the lale Professor Croft and

I Mr. John B. Edwards, Professor of Chemistry at

.Montreal, who both agree that the ales of the Lon

■don Brewery are sound, pure and very superior malt

! liquors, containing no impurities or adulterations.

I .Mr. John Labatt is a thoroughly practical and ex-

j i)erience(l brewer, and to that fact is due in no small

: degree the success of his enterprise. He was for

five years in his father's Ijrewery when he accepted a

position in a large establishment in West Viiginia,

' where his abilities soon i-ecuied him Ihe situation of

j first brewer, which he retained till the outbreak of

, the war, when he removed to Prescott, Ontario, and

there established the Prescott Brewery, afterwards

.returning to London. Mr. Labatt is a native of

I Canada, an energetic and successful business man,

and a liberal-minded, public-spirited citizen, , who

has been closely identified with the business interests

and progress of London . ' .

Raid Broa. & Co., Wholesale Manufacturing
Stationers, Clarence Street.— Among the leading
m.amifactuiing stationers of Can.ada are Keid Bros. &
Co. This hou.se was established in 1848 by Mr.
Robert Keid, father of the present proprietors. In

1876 Mr. Keid accepted a Government position as
collector of customs in this city, and during the same
year the existing copartnership was formed between
Messrs. Kobert Keid* Jr., and (ieoige M. Reid,
trading un<ler the firm name of Keid Bros. & Co.
Owing to a rapidly increasing trade, and the necessity
lor more room than their house on Dundas Street
aff"orde<l, this firm recently removed into new and
very commodious premises on Clarence Street. It is
a spit' lid white brick structiirc, 50x120 feet in
dimensions, am' is five stories high, the whole being
dev-jted to stuck and the manufaciuring dcpuiliiieiils.
All the most recent and improved machinery has
been introduced, with every facility for turning out a
very superior class of goods. They manufacture blank

CITY OF LONDON

books of every description, from the smallest pass
book to the largest bank ledger. A specialty is made
of this department, and it can confidently be stated
that Messrs. Reid Bros. * Co. are without a superior
in the manufacture of blank books ; and as a proof of
it, their trade in this branch is not only a very large
one but is constantly increasing, these goods having
secured for them a wide reputation. This firm is
also extensively engaged in the manufacture of paper
boxes for grocers' use, for dry goods, confectii.ners,
druggists, boots and shoes and general use ; and they
manufacture paper bags and oyster pails of all kinds,
and also carry a very extensive slock of all the
various kinds of wrapping jjaper and twines. These
goods are all of excellent quality, and find a market
in every portion of Canada. This firm carry a heavy
stock of all kinds of commercial stationery and school
supplies i in fact, everything relating to the papci;
business, This house has Innlt up a splendid trade
by the sterlins principles which rule all honoral)le
concerns; therefore this house is popular, and de-
servedly so.

William Plew«8, Flour Manufacturer and
Oram Merchant, 151 Vork .Street. — Prominent
among the flour manufncturers and grain merchants
of London is Mr. William Plewes, who has carried
on a very successful trade, principally as a flour
manufacturer, for a period extending over nearly 40
years. Some 38 years ago Mr. I'lewes began busi-
ness at Acton, Ontario, whence he removed three
years afterwards to Kverton, Ejamosa, and again to
Kayh.im, Ontario, about 29 years ago; and Mr.
I'lewes has carried on a very successful trade in
London for the past 17 years. He is proprietor of
the .Meadow Lillie Mills (c.implete roller process),
Hamdton Road, producing flour which in (jualily
IS not surpassed in the Province. The capacity is
ISO barrels, and the leading brands, for which there
IS an ever increasing demand, are "Cream,"
Slr-iight," "Tip-Top," "Plewes' Extra" and
Meadow Lillie." These flours need no words of
commendati<in, being well known in the market.
Mr. Plewes deals extensively in grain, for which his
store has a capacity of 40,000 bushels. A specialty
is made ol wheat, and as this gentleman is favorably
known to the farmers, he enjoys advantages in regard

to (Minlitv. I'lr linii,,,, - ,.]. ,,:_.. „r ,1, _..• , , ,

t ,. ..1.^ .1 . i,.),r. .., tnc^Fiun piueca

on the market, enabling him to deal umler excep-
tional terms with his customers. Mr. Plewes, who

is an Englishman by birth, is energetic and a thor-
oughly competent man of business; he is widely
known and highly respected.

T. Harbart Marah, Wholesale Dealer in Sad-
dlery Hardware, Carriage Trimmings, etc., 96-98
Carling .Street. — The imlustry controlled by the
gentleman whose name heads this article is a most
important one, contributing as it does to the comfort
and utilization of that much esteemed animal, the
horse. This comprehensive business was established
by Mr. Marsh some eighteen years ago, the first ten
of which were spent in Toronto. In 1878 this
gentleman removed to Lond.m, since when he has
rapidly extended the operations of his house. He
carries a very heavy stock of s.iddlery hardware,
English oak-tanntd harness leather, a very full line
of fine carriage trimmings of all sorts, and whips of
English, Canadian and American manufaciure.
Thee goods are bought direct in the Hritish and
foreign markets for cash, and being sold at close
I)rices, the advantage afforded to the trade are of
such a nature, that the result is a rapidly increasing
connection. Mr. Marsh is also a most extensive
I manufacturer ot horse blankets, both of jute and
I wool, having turned out and sold no fewer <lhan
' 25,000 of them during the past year. In the jute
lino there is perhaps no other house on this continent
carrying so heavy a stock. He also manufactures a
large quantity of leather and met.-' bridle fronts,
housings, gig saddles, collar-pads, sweat-p.ads, water-
proof horse covers, cic. The trade of this house
extends all over the Dominion, and is represented on
the ro.ad by three travellers, while the (piality of its
goods IS unsurpassed liy any contemporaneous estab-
lishment. The premises, locati d on ( arlingStreet, are
large and commodions, being 60x100 feet in size and
four stories in height. A large number of hands are
employed in the factor), which is completely equipped
with the latest and most improved machinery. As a
business man of comprehensive views and thorough
executive aliility, Mr. Marsh occupies a prominent
position among the representatives of London's
mercantile pursuits.

Jamaa H. Laa, Manufacturing Confectioner and
Importer of Eruit, Cigars, etc., 354 Richmond Street
and 350 Ridout Street. — One of the .salient features
of the business men in the cities of western Ontario
IS their energy and push, or, as the Americans put it,
'go-.aheadivene.s.s." London is no exception in
this respect, but affords rather a striking example of
the truth of the assertion, and Mr. James H. Lea
furnishes us with a striking case ii point. He began
business only ihree years .ago— lS84-and he has since
built up a large and representative Ir.ide, extending
throughout the whole of Ontario. This is all the
more remarkable, from the fact that the industry and
business in which Mr. Lea is engaged are represented
by very large and important houses in the leading
cities of the Dominion, and whose trade extends
from one end of Canada lo the other. As a manu-
facturer of confectionery, his goods are pure, of ex-
cellent quality, and quite up to the latest and most
approved makes, and his reputation 1-, established for
fine piods. Mr. Lea is largely engaged in the im-
portation of foreign fruits, such as oranges, lemons,
figs, nuts and dates, and purchasing these for cash,
the trade is afforded peculiar advantages. The cigars
imported arc of the line popular ijiands ; the doiiies-
tic cigars are those best known in the market ; and
the cigarettes are pure and delicious.

jiig, iiicre
different p
■ployed, am
Ihroughoul

M,mm

nergelic and a thor-
iiness ; he is widely

;sale Dealer in Sad-
inmings, etc., 96-98
■ controlled by the
his article is a most
; tloes to the comfort
iteemed animal, the
iness was established
ars ago, the first ten
nto. In 1878 this
, since when he has

> of his house. He
sadtllery hardware,

iher, a very full line
sorts, and whips of
rican manufacture.
in the Hritish and
being sold at close
to the trade are of
a rapidly increasing

> a most extensive
, both of jute and
old no fewer ^han

year. In the jute
ise on this continent
also manufactures a
net."' bridle fronts,
i, sweat-pads, water-
Irado of this house
nd is represented on
le the (|uality of its
cnipcirnneous estab-
m('arlin^:Slreet,are
;loo feet in size and
lumber of hands are
:omi)letely equipped
I machinery. As a
lews and thorough
cujiics a prominent
tives of London's

ig Confectioner and
i4 Richmond Street
the salient features
of western Ontario
c Americans put it,
s no exception in
striking example of
Mr. James H. Lea
I point. He began
4— and he has since
le trade, extending
1. This is all the
at the in<lustry and
;ed are represented
ses in the leading
ose trade extends
her. As a manu-
ds are pure, of ex-
ile latest and most
n Ji established for
igaged in the im-
s oranges, lemons,
ig these for cash,
tages. The cigars
rands ; the domes-
the market ; and

IS,

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

W. ill Raid & Oo., Importers of Crockery and
Olassware, Decorators of China, etc., Crystal Hall,
Dundas Street.--The largest, most complete, and
ifinest stock of crockery and glassware in the Domin-
ion is that of W. J. Reid & Co., of the Crystal Hall,
Dundas Street. This house was established in 1840
l)y Mr. Nathaniel Reid, when London was but a
small village, and is yet in the business. The im-
mense building is four stories high, being devoted
exclusively to storage, warerooms, and China decor-
ating. The top flat is used for American and Cana-
dian glassware, in original packages, and the third

! Columbia. Five travellers are also employed, as
i well as a resident buyer in both England and the
I continent, while Mr. W. J. Reid himself visits the
leading pottery manufactories of Europe annually.
To describe adequately the magnificent display of
goods in this establishment would require a most
facile and prolific pen. The house imports from all
the well known and famous manufacturers in every
part of the world, including England, France,
Germany, Saxony, Thuringia, Italy, Holland, Japan,
DeniTiarU, Constantinople and the United States.
The warerooms of \V. J. Reid & Co. are art gal-

for granuc-ware ol every description. The China
decorating department is on the second flat, and
here we come to an interesting industry. Artists are
employed painting flowers and fancy patterns on
China tea sets, dinner sets, chamber sets, lamp
shades, etc., etc. The work is tastefully executed,
the colors are finely blended, the whole being finished
in a most artistic manner. Two kilns are" used for
the burning in of the patterns, so as to make ihem
absolutely indestructible. The first and secon.l flats
are utilized in the front as warerooms, and the better
to communicate to ami from all sections of the build-
ii-K, iiierc arc speaking lubes ami electric bells at
<iifferent places on each flat. Sixty hands are em-
ployed, and the trade, which is a large one, extends
throughout the Dominion from Halifax to IJritish

leries of cniental, British, European, and American
art— a display more magnificent, a collection more
complete, than that which is often displayed in
public galleries of art. The Crystal Hall is resorted
to by large numbers of the public, who have no other
object than simply to view the collection there.
Arranged on the tables and in ebony cases are the
most tempting displays of Huhemian and \'eiietian
g assware, exipiisile in design and varied in color,
blended and reflex. Coalport China (Louis XIV.
.Sevres) ; Royal Worcester, Crown Derby, Minton,
Wedgwood, Koyal Dresden, nn.! ConlanilV; clinner
iea, breakfast and dessert sets, meet the bewildered
eye at eveiy turn. And the lioadley ware ! lit only
for the royal table. These goods are not surpassed
by any other makes in the world ^ they are done in-

li^fii^

CITY OF LONDON

gold, and finished with elaborate ornamentation. At
the Boadley Pottery, Staffordshire, England, fifty
pounds of gold are used every day in the manufacture
of crockery ; and some of the dinner sets bring
fabulous prices. There is also a splendid collection
of French bronze an<l terra cotta figures, Dresden
and trench Bisco figures, each of which is a complete
work of art. Notwithstanding that W. J. Raid &
Co. deal more extensively than any other in Canada
in the most expensive and high class of goods,
this house caters to a general trade, dealing in all
cla.sses of crockery and glassware, and buying in
large quantities and for cash. Messrs. Keid & Co.
are well known for their energy and enterprise.

■- R. F. Laosy & Co., Manufacturers of Boot and
bhoe Uppers, 398 Clarence ,Street.-The trade in
boot and shoe uppers is one of primary significance.
In this hne of industry we have a leading and
thoroughly representative^ house in that presided
fr-.^— ^ t'- » . „ - - i™ over by Messrs. K. F.
Lacey & Co., who are
established at 398
Clarence .St., where,
for the purposes of
their business, they
occupy a handsome
three • storied brick
structure. The trade
of this house is widely
extended, reaching
from New Brunswick
to British Columbia,
the business connec-
tions of the house
having grown up from
a widely diffused
knowledge of the ex-

-^^.m. cellenceortts products,

constituting it a most prominent establishment in the
whole Dominion wherever leather is manufactured
into shoes, a full line of goods especially adapted to
the many phases of the trade being kept constantly in
supply. This establishment dales its inception to
1876, having been started by the present proprietors.
The senior partner, Mr. R. F. Lacey, who is a native
of England, served his apprenticeship with Messrs.
Cyrus and James Clark, of the town of Street,
Somersetshire, afterwards being engaged for seven
years with Messrs. Derham Bros., of Bristol. He
has now been a resident in this country for 17 years.
Mr. S. G. Lacey, who is also a native of the Old
Country, is a practical cutter and fitter, having
learned his trade in London and Detroit.

Allen A. Newmon, Boots and Shoes, 719 Rich-
mond Street. — In connection with the boot and shoe
trade of this city, the house of Mr. A. A. Newmon,
located at 719 Richmond Street, is worthy of more
than a passing notice. At this establishment a fu'l
line of higher grades of boots and shoes is always on
hand, the leading specialty being custom work, in
which none l)Ut lirst-class workmen are employed,
and for which the proprietor has .icquired a well-
merited fame in this city. Four years ago Mr. New-
mon commenced operations on hisown account, with
no other encouragement than an indomitable deter-
mination to succeed, but has had a pleasing and
gratifying success, which has placed him in the posi-
tion which he now holds as a thoroughly reliable
tradesman in this line of business. Mr. Newmon has
a large and varied stock of ladies', gents' and chil-

dren's boots, shoes and rubbers, wh'-:h he is selling at
most moderate figures, and which defy competition.
In all cases a perfect fit is guaranteed, or no sale,'
while all goods are warranted as represented. Mr.
Newmon is a native of this country, and has been a
resident in London for the last four years, where by
his energy and enterprise he has built up his present
satisfactory trade.

William M. Dwyer, Marble Works, 589 and 591
Richmond Street.— Sculpture is an art which has
ever been held in esteem by all civilized nations, and
occupies an important position, viewed as an industry
which produces articles of practical utility. The
Victoria I'ark Marble Works, of which Mr. William
M. Dwyer is proprietor, is a representative establish-
ment, where are manufactured marble mantles, all
kinds of monuments, headstones, slabs and marble
works in general. Mr. Dwyer also deals in New
Brunswick, South Renfrew and Queenstown granite.
The premises occupied by this industry are located
at 589 Richmond Street, where every facility is en-
joyed for the efficient execution of this work. He
manufactures every kind of marble work, employing
none but skilled workmen, and turning out some ol
the most beautiful specimens of ariislic work to be
found in western Ontario. There are few families
but some time or other have the mournful task of erect-
ing a monument over the grave of some dear deceased ;
in consulting Mr. Dwyer, they will at the same time
best consult their own interests, and at his hands
will receive every satisfaction. This business was
established in 1871. The office and store-room are
60x32 feet in dimensions, and the workshop 160x32.
Mr. Dwyer is a native of Ireland, but has been a
resident of London for the last 27 years. He is a
thoioughly practical stone-cutter, marble worker and
designer, and enjoys a large trade.

John D. I.a Bal, Lumber Merchant, Whole-
sale Yards at Goderich.— The city of London being ar>
important centre for the trade in lumber, a liberal
record of this branch, and the advantages possessed
by prominent dealers in this line of business, must
necessarily form an important link in the chain of the
business and commercial importance of the " Forest
City." With the improved condition of the couniry
the nominal energies assert themselves and stimulate
that enterprise which results in the steady and rapid
growth of the Dominion. With the builders actively
employed, as indicated in the growth of our own city
and the in-proving condition of the country in
general, the demftnd for lumber promises a future of
unprecedented activity. Among the industrial pur-
suits of our country, none is more entitled to a com-
prehensive and thorough notice than that of lumber,
and in this important branch we find a thoroughly
representative house in that of Mr. J. D. Le Bel.
This ger'Ieman has for several years been promi-
nently identified with the lumbering interests of this
section, and now conducts a large business in the
wholesale lumber trade, while the facilities he enjoys,
and his large transactions, give him a prominence
among the leading business men of the city. The
trade of the house has been subject to those influences
which hr.ve affected the interests of all enterprises and
mercantile transactionsduiing the time of its existence,
and yet has maintained a gradually increasing busi-
ness until itp. prr4,-nt annual tFansacti-nr, eiitillc it to
rank as a prominent establishment in the lumber
trade. Mr. Le Bel is a native of Lower Canada, and
IS a gentleman of experience, with ample capital.

Forest

Westcrvelt

and King

proper and

drawn out :

women in

and commi

partments.

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highly estee
"Forest Cil

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

wb^'h he is selling at
ch defy competition,
aianteed, or no sale,
s represented. Mr.
itry, and has been a
four years, where by
built up his present

Works, 589 and 591
i an art which has
:ivilized nations, and
iewed as an industry
ictical utility. The

which Mr. William
esentative estnblish-
marble mantles, all
s, slabs and marble

also deals in New
:jueenstown granite,
industry are located

every facility is en-

of this work. He
Me work, employing
turning out some ol

artistic work to be
ere are few families
ournful task of erect-
some dear deceased ;
ill at the same time
>, and at his hands

This business was

and store-room are
e workshop 160x32.
id, but has been a

27 years. He is a

marble worker and

Merchant, Whole-
■ of London being an
n lumber, a liberal
dvantages possessed
e of business, must
k in the chain of the
nee of the " Forest
iition of the country
lelve'', and stimulate
he steady and rapid
the builders actively
iwth of our own city
of the country in
Promises a future of

the industrial pur-
e entitled to a com-
lan that of lumber,
i find a thoroughly

Mr. J. D. Le Bel.
years been promi-
ng interests of this
■ge business in the
: facilities he enjoys,
him a prominence
I of the city. The
t to those influences
fall enterprises and
imeof its existence,
lly increasing busi-
''CLt'"ri^ entitle ii to
ent in the lumber
Lower Canada, and
1 ample capital.

Forest Olty Busliiaaa Oellefe. Messrs.

Westcrvelt & York, proprietors, corner Richmond
/and King Streets.- It is but of recent years ihat a
} proper and systematic code of instruction has been
drawn out for the edification of our young men and
women in business
and commercial de-
,' partments. In this
5 line London has
' taken a strong in-
itiative amongst the

* cities of the Domin-
i ion, and may justly

claim to possess the
■ model bu s i n e ss

training school of

Canada, known as

the Forest City

H 11 s i n ess College.

The proprietors of

this nowwell-known
[ institution located in
; London some six-
teen months ago,

since when they
\ have earned for their

institution a most

envialfle reputation,

while its popularity

has steadily increas
J ed, a fact easily
5 proved by the con-
' stant accession of

new pupils. Mr. J.

• W. Westervelt, the
principal of the es-
talilishmenl, is a
gentleman of wide
experience and busi-
ness habits, having

.: formerlybeen princi-

' pal and founder of the Business Collegeconnectcil with

the Baptist Literary College, Woodstock ; while for

five years he was special teacher of book-keeping and

penmanship in the IJrantford city schools. Mr. J.

H. W. York, the secretary, was formerly with the

law firm of Messrs. Wilson iS: Evans, Meaford, Ont.

This gentleman is a teacher of eight years' experience,

and is well versed in all commercial matters. Prior to

locating in London, he was instructor in busmess

papers, correspondence, book-keeping, etc., at the

Woodstock Business College. In addition to these

two gentlemen, Mr. G. M. I'A-ans, a practical account

ant, is in charge of the Junior Department ; Mr. H.

T. Smith is teacher of phonography and type- writing ;

while Mr. T. H. Luscombe, barrister, is lecturer on

commercial law. The College is divided into several

departments — Junior, Intermediate and Senior—

, occupying separate rooms, general instruction being

^t given in book kee|)ing, business and ornamental pen-

: manship, practical arithmetic, banking business

, practice, commercial law, correspondence, shorthand,

. etc. The training here given is useful to either sex,

. no matter what his or her occupation may be ; and

■ certain it is that those who have undergone the

_. graduating course at the Forest City Business College,

7 will, from that very fact, have the strongest credenti.ais

i m seeking a position in a commercial or mercantile

— ■•* '• "* MrFv. ti rtTt*t , • >f K ittc i,"J*.lt

gentlemen of wide and enlightened views, and are
highly esteemed in business and social circles in the
"Forest City."

Th« Ontario Invastmont Assooiatlan
(Limltdd) ! Office, Richmond Street. — Among the
leading loan companies of London a place must be
given to the Ontario Investment Association (Limited).
Loans are effected on real estate, municipal and

Government delientures, in which line this Company
conducts a large and A-idely extended business. As
the Ontario Investment Association is largely de-
pendent on sterling money for its funds, it absorbs
by the sale of its sterling debentures a very large
amount of British capital. The earnings for the
year 1885 were $146,246.21 (^30,050 lis. lid.),
being equal to about 7% on tne average amount
invested. At the close of the same year the total
assets of the Association were $2,413,958.39, of
which $1,535,673.07 were loans on mortgages on
real estate, $470,046.44 loans on debentures, and
-S307. 774-99 loans on mortgage companies' stocks.
With regard to the negotiation of loans, the I'sual
rule is to advance fifty \wt cent, of the inspector's
cash valuation, and on being satisfied as 'o the
sufiiciency ol the security, loans are carried through
promptly and at a reasonable sum. Mr. Henry
Taylor, the energetic and efficient Manager, has all
along displayed much zeal in the interests of the
Association, and we are satisfied that no f)ne more
competent could be found for the position. Follow-
ing are the Board of I)irect<irs: Messrs. Charles
Murray, President ; Samuel Crawford, Vice-Presi-
ilent ; C. V. Goodhue, Benj. Cronyn, W. R.
Meredith, Q.C., M.P.P. ; F. A. Fitzgerald, Daniel
Macfie, Henry Taylor, John Labatt, John Elliott,
I~:iiah Duiik.s, Hug'i Brodic. The So!ici;ors are
Messrs. Cronyn & Greenless ; Counsel, W. R. Mere-
dith, Esq., Q.C., M.P.P. The Bankers in Canada
are the Bank of London in Canada and the Federal

CITY OF LONDON

s''uch'",h'a'!7n h"""^ ^°'!'P''"y "" 'his community is

mmmm

^■.,BfS7^^-^-^''SSZZ

tha the capual and funds of the Company a the < M^
al llniiiill.m comiirtsi- one of ih.. I", .""^

h, rn"! i" ^'" '• ''^°"''' ""'"^"' hesitation accep The
liberal terms ■„ tnsurance offered l,v the Commnv
The executive officers are \r, A r' i '-"mpan>.
dent- Mr F W p/.t v ., ' V ^^""''■^Y, I'fesi-
U L < ,' ■?"''' ^"^e-''r^'.sident; and Mr R

to any I'reat enterorisp Th >',"'" '" •''"ccess

;'mj^435.a:^ds;:^.^;:s^r:':i:!'

d ';;""^^^ :^"«?'" '^--er, under w^^S

representation, for in no small decree is ih,. r i • r
commerce dependent on .he con^h u ion o the h«
Amongst the well known and notable r^L'- . • '
of the learned profession of t^;^ law, i;!' M^ w!" u!

Bartram. This {,'emleinan, who

sor,^nt.,alterw;rdl^v!,h!^il:r.u^:^;^;,:^'i"''-

called to the Har in the Has "^ ' " ^ ' ''"'' "'"'^
then entered into partnershii
Hutchinson, under the lirni lit
Bartram, which was dissolved in ,874, wheir'^h'
Bartram associated with him Mr Kmnl- i u

firm being liar.ram & Lov, Jn ,U,"thi 'n'':
ship was dissolved, and Mr Hmram L ' "■■

tinned his extensile pra^tJc^ a^^" ^ i^T au!!"
missioner in Ontario for lakin,- allidiv u n h ,'

m Manitoba, and also a Nota'r ' b ' 0'^"^,*'
he position of Registrar of the Law Dq.a n

Uest fctf three years, and is now Solicitor f„ ,J
Corporation. Mr. liartram ' '

u.rn at ch^;: I ^1;^^ ff'^ f j^is^^es^T;;:; '1^:;:;:^- ::^

nim/'n,.o.i .1,- ' looked af er in the " ^Vm.,. r-:... >. x, . ■' "" ^'^"

looked after in the ''■K;;;MrCity;" Mr. lirewer ^ho
Br wer'' R"'x-^'r 1°' ""' '"L^" Co-tnandeTrUas

land prior to coming to this co. ntry hi 'wL si t?en

U^nco "L "V ■"°'''"?' ^^"'' "''-' ^^''n'"'-'' Life

an able representative for the Company with wht h
he IS associated. ' ^ '" ^*^hich

S"K;».?Lis;-n,:s - 'ss-Jst-^E^

when the nS thin: Jan '^rr:""'"'" '.■'^^'^"e-'' "affof.^-'r '^"^'V''"^' '^'-"^ ""^" him . n f ;:„
^^±:' ^' ^r ^."'""' •" hold office until the next I ^Picuous parts of the city. M. EL^ ^..^i

meeting of the Convention in I'hiladelnhia
London fire. Puss published a likeness of
Bartram and other officers. '"^^ness ol

The
.Mr.

wanana ■.■» >...... -- „ _. , i this Cltv. and .nt nn^ .,-„ „^„;. , ""^"-'lanis, ot

Street r r~u """""''*"'■» 3S5 Kichiiiond idrav business Mr'"i' u ' "'^''^" "" ^n extensive

Street, J.. (,. Brewer, agent.-The position occuni^H ' r"?i..."""f-.^ ^^':. '^"•'^hmer ,s an old resident of

Oanaila Lif« a.......

-The po..i;,n occu;;i;d i ihis^c.^ a^ris ^^ 1^ n'l; "t.^:^

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

in this community is
imercial nml manu-
woulii be manifestly
inslilution that adds
epresentative enter-
all other comoanies

this Dominion the
tandspreeniinently

institution extend
1, and the liusiness
es that of any other
The Canada Life
ihed in 1847, With
nits inception to the
ipany under careful
■ed a successful one
erred from the fact
umpanyal the date
jooo.oto, with an

The head ofT.ces

Ihe handsomest
<1 form tiic chief
Y- " The Canada
systems, having a
k'i as in the case
ems for a policy
no rival company
intially a national
)"d, and intending

home estahlish-
italion accejit the
y the Company.
'•■ Kanisay, I'resi-
lent; and Mr. K.
i rectors embraces
cessful and well
"f the liominion,
an tee of success
Ion branch, with
ider the superin-
inder whose able
Company is well
[r. lirewer, who
inanclei- Thomas
dl. Kngland, in
-■rpoint College,
he was sixteen
-o., of London,
le Canada Life
hly popular and
cles, and makes
ny with which

ooms 13 and 14

art in advertis-
tlracling public

the posting of
dd for industry.
London is Mr.

prominent bill
m an efticient
' short space of
-<i in all con-
hmer occupies
Xiiidas .Street,
He was for-
rs. Manville &
merchants, of

an extensive
Id resident of

Taoknbsrry li Wigmor*, Manufacturers and
Importers of Harness, .Saddles, Trunks, \'alises, etc.,
Wholesale and Retail, 356 Richmond Street.— .Man
owes so much, both in »he w-iy of business and
pleasure, to that noble animal the horse, that any
industry which has for its object the supplying of the
horse with harness, saddles or trap|)jngs for his
better utilization, should surely be regarded in the
light of a public benefactor. At least in a compre-
hensive work of this nature, dealing with the manu-
factures and industries of our country, due recognition
must be paid to this important enterprise. Amongst
those pron'inenlly engaged in this branch of industry
in the " l-'orest City " tnetirm of Messrs. Tackaberry
& VVigniore must be regarded as essentially a repre-
sentative one. This establishment dates its inceinion
back to 1856, when it was first founded by .\Ir. A.
Loughrey, till in 1867 he associated with him .Mr.
William Tackaberry, trading under the firm name of
Loughrey .V T.ackaberry. In October. 1SS4, the
first named letired, and .Mr. Tackaberry continued
to carry on the business under the old title till thi>
year, when Mr. .\. S. Wigmore was admitted iniu
partnership, the constitution of the firm then being
Tackaberry and Wigmore. The slock, which is a
large and couit)lele one. includes harness, siiddlery,
trunks, whips, bags, valises and horse clothing of a
superior (|ualily, a specialty being ni.ide of whips,
sample trunks and cases. This firm imjiort exten-
sively IJiglish saddles and bridles and riding whips
of all kinds, all of the best make and from the lead-
ing manufacturers. The trade of this lunise is a
widely extended one, their products finding their way
into all parts of ihe Dominion, while they also export
to England, India, Australia, New Zealand and the
North-Wcsl Territories. The harness manufactured
by this firm is all hand-made, and has secured for the
house a most enviable reputation. ( 'o.stant employ-
ment is given to fifteen skilled workmen at their
factory (m King Street, which has a depth of 100
feet. Messrs. Tackaberry .V Wigmore rank amongst
the leading harness makers of Canada, while in their
own city they are personally respected and esteemed.

Bowinan;& Co., Coal, Wood, Coke, etc. ; office,
402 l-iichmond Street. -The excellent facilities for
shipping enjoyed by London havf, made it an im-
portant point for suii|)lying other Eections of the
Dominion with coal; hence this busine.ss forms aa
interest of no inconsiderable value. The most im-
portant representatives of this biancb of business in
the " I'orest City" are ;.!essrs. Rowman iV Co., who
established this business some twelve years' ago, and
they are to-day the largest wholesale sliippers in
Canada. Few enterprises in London have h.id a
relatively larger growth, the trade of the house having
been an annually increasing one. This firm now do
a leading business, as wholesale shippers by rail and
ve.ssel, to all points of Canada, of both anthiacite and
bituminous coal, obtained from the principal American
mines, both east and west. Their retail business
through the city and suburbs is also large, twelve
horses and carts being kept (or that purpose. In
addition to coal Messrs. Howman iv Co. also handle
large quantities of wood and coke, and contract
for supplies of sewer jiipes and cements. It takes
1,000 cars to transport their yearly freight to London
market alone. Their yards are located at 242, 243
and 247 Bathurst Street, and are connected with the
r.ii'-rsy by Stvilche^. ?\ir. Vviiiiam Bowman, the
senior partner of the firm, is a native of Liverpool,
England, while his son was born in London, England.

Both gentlemen are well known in the city, and are
highly respected in both business and social com-
munities. .Mr. William Howman is also ['resident of
the Canada Chemical Company, whose extensive
works are on Rectory .Street.

Orant Houaa, 280}, 282 and 284 Dundas Street,
J. C. Grant, proprietor. — Among the hotels of this
city there are none enjoying a higher reputation for
the embodiment of all those essentials to a first-class
house than that of the Grant House, situated on

Dundas Street, near Wellington Street. Eligibly and
conveniently locoted, wilhuiashort distance of the
wholesale and retail trade centres of the city, the
(Jrant House affords to visitors and other induce-
ments which cannot be excelled by any other house
in the cily. It is a substantial brick building five
stories in height, and, from an architectural point of
view, presents an imposing appearance. On the first
floor is the otiice, dining room, reading and writing
rooms, large sample rooms, ;i barber's shop, and well
appointed bar. On the second lloor are public and
|)rivate parlors, and rooms <■« ..«/Vt-. The remaining
lloors areoccupied bysleeiiingapartments, andprovide
accommodation for from sixty to seventy guests ; they
are well lighted, ventilatul and heated by steam, and
furnished in the most complete and elegant manner,
the furniture and upholstery being of modern design
and finish. The bedrooms are especially large and
lofty. The dining room has ample seating capacity,
and the cuisine is under tlie supervision of competent
anil exjierienced a.=sislants. The building covers a
large area, and is fitted up with all modern conven-
iences and improvements, including steam-heating
apparatus, l)aths, telephone, gas and electric light.
A free 'bus meets all trains, this establishment being
the only one in the city which [provides this conven-
ience. The CJrant House dates its inception as a hotel
to April of last year ; since which time it has rapidly
grown in public favor, anil now enjoys a wide jiatron-
age and an enviable reputation. Mr. (irant, the
genial proprietor of the house, is an old hotel man,
and has had a large experience in public life. He
«as for many years the proprietor of the Clarence
House in this city. The rates of this hotel are one
dollar per day, with special terms to boarders. To
visitors as well as to residents in London this house
ofirers pecular attractions in the way of home comfort:
and attention. Mr. (Irant is a native of Ireland, and
IS de.servediy popular witli all classes, possessing a
thorough familiarity with all the details and require-
ments of the business necessary for .-.ucctss.

OITY OF LONDON

P*thlOk li MoDonkId, Merchani Tailors and
Gents Furnishiniis, 393 Richmond Slreet.— A most
necessary institution in all communities is a (irst-class
and thoroughly reliable tailoring estahlishment. In
this line London is well represented ; amongst the
leading and most fashion

able houses is that of
Messrs. Fethick & Mc-
Donald, who have ob

in all sections where offices have been established

In addition to the system of paying insurance in cast

of death, the Company also constitutes a safety or

guaranty fund. The insurance retervc is ascertamed

upon precisely the same principles as those employed

in ascertaining the reserve liability upon other life

insurance contracts. Its table of rates is carefully

prepared upon a basis enabling it to meet every

promise made, and not merely for the purpose ol

tamed an enviable repu- { getting insurance and trusting to luck for the future.

tation for neat and ; lis reserve gives it all the elements of strength

superior styles and fits j claimed by high rate companies. An entrance and

in gentlcmen'sgarnienls. (examination fee is charged on membership (payable

They occupy large prem- | only once), in addition to a small advance premium.

ises at 393 Richmond .Subsequent payments to renew and extend the insur-

.Street, where they carry ance will be I3 for each $1,000 insured, each yeai

a large stock ()f jMece ! for expenses, and mortuary preininms, not to exceed

goods, embracing cloths ! twelve in any one year, at the rate set opposite the

and all latest styles of | actual age, as shown in table, which at 25 is only i>i,

fabrics for gentlemen's : and at 40, $1.31. These mortuary premiums and

coats, pants, vests or ' expenses charges may be paid quarterly or half yearly,

suits ; and being thor- [ and are adjusted at each renewal in accordance with

the actual mortality experienced by the Company.

.Mr. Sheppard Hoinans, the author of this plan, is

well known in insurance circles throughout this con

tinent. lie was eighteen years actuary of the

"Mutual Life," the largest life insurance company

in the world, and is consulting actuary for a numbei

of Canadian and American companies. The agent

workmanship is one of ; for this Company in London is Mr. W. II. Rae, a

their leading character- | gentleman well versed in insurance business, and one

istics. These excel ! who will be pleased to give intending insurers every

information concerning his institution, by which they

may obtain assurance at greatly reduced rates.

loughly experienced in
Jthis department, their
[patrons are guaranteed
J neat and perfect fits in
I all cases. They employ
I only experienced assist-
lants, so that first-class

lencies have given to lliein the best class of trade
in this city, their annual business being a very large
one. This business was established by the present
firm in 1879 ; they keep none but the best of goo .,
importing French, English, Irish and Scotch cloths T. Bronton, Furniture, 385 and 387 Talbot .St.
and tweeds, as well as having on hand a very large i — In the list of indu.itries in the " Forest City" that
Stock of the best Canadian tweeds. Messrs. Pethick of furniture takes a prominent position, and amongst
<t McDonald also deal in all kiiuls of gents' furnish- ! 'he houses engaged in this branch of business that of
ing goods, and make a specialty of shirts to order, j Mr- J. Hrenton is entitled to due notice and recogni
Gentlemen will here find every article needed for the | tion. Whether an intending hou.sekeeper may re-
complete equipment of a wardrolje, and all goods are \ quire a large or small quantity of goods in this line, the
of superior quality and make. Of the members of establishment of Mr. Brenton can always be depended

this firm Mr. Pethick is a native of England, while
Mr. McDonald was born in Nova Scotia.

The Federal Life Assurance iCo., W. II.

Rae, Agent, Masonic Temple. — Insurance may now
be regarded as an absolute necessity, both in fire and
life, for every right thinking business man, and it
only behooves the would-be assurer to satisfy himself
of the stability of the company with which he pur-
poses insuring. Amongst the insurance institutions
which in the present progressive age have deviated
from the lines of the old level premium plan, must be
mentioned the Federal Life, of Hamilton. This
Comp.iny bases its insurance on what is known as
ihe Ilomans Plan, as devised, after careful examina-
tion and deduction, by Mr. Sheppard Ilomans. The
guarantee capital is $700,000, while the sum of
$54,633 is deposiied with the Government for the

on to give the utmost satisfaction. The premises
occupied by this gentleman are located at 385 and 387
Talbot Street, and comprise two large and spacious
establishments three stories in height, fully stocked
with a great variety of almost indispensable articles
of furniture and upholstered goods, which combine
use, comfort and adornment to the home. In this
large and diversified stock may be found common
and extension tables, parlor and chamber suites,
centre taoles, dressing cases, bufTeis, lounges, and
every description of upholstered goods. This house
is also prepared to manufacture furniture to order,
and guarantee it exactly according to the .specified
requirements. In addition to furniture Mr. Brenton
also keeps a large and varied assortment of stoves of
the most popular and favorite makes, thoroughly
reliable and economical. This business dates its
inception back to some seventeen years ago, and it is
entirely due to the personal energy and enterprise of

security of the policy-holders, thus affording the I Mr. Brenton that this establishment now enjoys S'

"" - ■ I ^^,jjg jj popularity. This gentleman is a native ol

P^ngland, and has been a resident of this country for
nineteen years. On first landing he engaged in
agricultural work, and by his indomitable perseverance
he has raised himself step by step into his present
position. Tb.e history of Mr. Rr.-ntnn fv.ily .exempli-
fies the career opened to any young man who, like
hiin, follows the same path in industry and integrity.

insured ample protection. The chief features of the
Homans Plan are; (1) positive insurance; (2) it
allows the insured to retain in his own business the
large sums required for reserves on the level premium
system ; (3) the insurance is obtained on a purely
mutual jil-tn at its rtctua! demonslraied 0-='. Since it
went into operation, it has received the hearty
approval and support of many of the leading citizens

D. Darv

Thames Stri

compilation (

the resources

western porti

patible with

detail those c

upon the ind

city and \'m\

of this work

tinctively w«

which has d:

this country.

D. Darvill &

of the firm ii

individual en

present const

are located o

and spacious

hands are st<

manufacture

threshing ma

of improved

J cider mills.

m and repairin

i civilization o

i '"8 <^f meta

I amount of lal

3 by the siibsti

3 in the place

1 Mr. Uarvill 1

I which takes

1 industries of

I and ample s

i appliances a

! prompt disch

. executed. Tl

I its products

^ excellence ai

S more than a

J business care

» holds a prom

('; of London.

improved bri
! and which he
and tile mad
■J are perfectly
J advantage o
' "McClosky
a wide reput;
1 features from
'5 Darvill, the
) of England j
; in 1882 was
; this country.

■■ >'..

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

flit

ive been established
I'ing insurance in cast
anslituies a .safety oi
retervc is ascertained
les as those employed
lility upon other lift-

of rates is carefully
ig it to meet every
' for the purpose of
I luck (or the future,
lements of strength
An entrance and
nembership (payable
1 advance premium.
ind extend the insur-
DO insured, each yeai
niums, not to exceed
ate set opposite the
hich at 25 is only $i,
uary premiums and
irterly or half yearly,
I in accordance with
<1 by the Company,
ithor of this plan, is
hroughout this con
ars actuary of the

insurance company
ctuary for a number
ipanies. The agent
Mr. W. II. Kae, a
ice business, and one
nding insurers every
iition, by which they
■educed rates.

and 387 Talbot .St.
: '' Forest City" thai
osition, and amongst
h of business that of
: notice and recogni
lou.sekeeper may re-
joodsin this line, the
! always be depended
ion. The premises
cated at 385 and 387
I large and spacious
height, fully slocked
idispensable articles
ods, which combine-
the home. In this
■ be found common
nd chamber suites,
uffels, lounges, ami
goods. This house

I'urniture to order,
ing to the .specified
rniture Mr. Brenton
ortment of stoves of
: makes, thoroughly

business dates its
1 years ago, and it is
gy and enterprise of
nent now enjoys so
;man is a native of
t of this country for
ing he engaged in
Tiitable perseverance
ep into his present

„«*.^« A. 11-. -1:

. It. "ft ttittj ' >^tifj'tt-
lung man who, liku
iustry and integrity.

D. Darvlll li Oo>« Founder and Machinist,
Thames Street. — So far from merely presenting a
■ compilation of statistics and condensed facts showing
' the resources and business status of London and this
western portion of the Province, it is considered com-
patible with the nature of this work to review in
detail those enterprises which exert especial influence
upon the industrial and commercial standing of this
city and Province. It will be found upon examination
of this work that London is not deficient in that dis-
tinctively western spirit of enterprise and progress
which has done so much to develop the resources of
this country. The important iron foundry of Messrs.
U. Daryill & Co. was founded by the senior partner
of the firm in 1859, and was by him conducted as an
individual enterprise till 1883, when it .issuined its
present constitution. The premises of the Comjiany
are located on Thames .Street, and compri.se a large
and spacious two-storied building, where some 30
hands are steadily employed the year round in the
manufacture of steam engin'.-s of all sizes, steam
threshing machines, saw mills tile and brick machines
of improveil pattern, horse powers, straw cutters and
cider mills. Castings of all sorts are made to order,
and repairing is promptly attended to. Modern
civilization owes much to the art of melting and cast-
ing of metals. It is impossible to estimate the
amount of labor and capital, as well as material, saved
by the substitution of cast iron and other metal work
in the place of wrought metal. The enterprise of
Mr. Darvill has built uji a very important concern,
which takes a justly prominent rank amongst the
industries o( the city. The foundry possesses a full
and ample steam power system, with all modern
appliances and conveniences for the efficient and
prompt discharge of the comprehensive work here
executed. The trade of the house is widely extended,
its products having a national reputation for their
excellence and durability. With an experience of
more than a quarter of a century, and an honorable
business career, Mr. Darvill, the head of this firm,
holds a prominent position among the manufacturers
of London. Special mention must be made of the
improved brick and tile machine they manufacture,
and which has proved to be the best combined brick
and tile machine now in use. The tiles made by it
are perfectly smooth and straight, and have a distinct
advantage over those made by any other. The
" McClo,sky Separator" made by this firm has also
a wide reputation, possessing distinct and prominent
features from others used for a similar purpose. .Mr.
Darvill, the senior member of the firm, is a native
ol England ; his son, Mr. D. W. Darvill, who
in 1882 was admitted into partnership, is a native of
this country.

J. Ourd d Son, Gun Makers, etc., 185 Dundas
Street.— The natural sporting proclivities of the
Anglo-Saxon race are to be found in any country
where the English tongue is spoken, and as a result
an important branch of indus-
try is that comprised under the I
heading of gunsmiths. In j
Canada the love of sport is I
greatly developed, and the I
natural game of the country j
affords many an opportunity
for the .Trdent sportsman t(j '
gratify his tastes in that direc-
tion. Fortunately for sports-
men in the " Forest City " and

I surrounding neighborhood, they can supply them-
: selves with everything needful (and at the same time
j of the best and most reliable (juality) for a sporting
outfit at the well known and old established house
of Messrs. J. Gurd & Son. .Much of the success of
the sportsman, no matter in what department he
engages, is due to his being provided, if for shooting,
with reliable guns, rilles and ammunition ; and if for
fishing, with trustworthy tackle, with all needful
appliances. This business was established in 1842
by the late Mr. J. Gurd, who was succeeded in 1873
by the present head of the firm, Mr. W. tiurd. Che
premises are located at 185 Dundas Street, where a
general business, wholesale and retail, is carried on
in guns, rifles, revolvers, all kinds of ammunition,
clay and blue rock pigeons, glass balls, skates and
general sporting goo.ls. All neces.sary repairs or
alterations in guns or rifles are efficiently and
promptly executed. During the forty-four years this
establishment has been in existence the name of M-r.
Gurd has been prominently identified with the busi-
ness interests of London, and this firm compares
favorably with any other in western Ontario in
extent and facilities. A large city trade has been
built up, .as well as through the surrounding portion
of the Province. Sportsmen will find here at all
seasons complete supplies, and no industrial enter-
prise in this line is conducted with more energy and
ability. Mr. Gurd is a native of county Cork,
Ireland, and is a thorough judge of his business in
all its departments.

London Brush Factory. Thomas Bryan, 61-65
Dundas Street. —The manufacture of brushes in
Canada has been an industry of considerable im-
portance for some years, more especially since the
inauguration of the National Policy.
Among the lea<ling brush manufacturers
west of Toronlo is Mr. Thomas Bryan,
proprietor of the Lo.k1i,i, Brush Fac-
tory. Mr. Bryan began business in
1872, since which time he has built up a
very large trade, extending now as it
does over the whole of the Dominion.
He manufactures all kinds of brushes,
including bass brooms, hair brooms,
ceiling brooms, hearib brooms, window
brushes, foundry brushes, tanners'
brushes, printers' brushes, brewers'
brushes, horse brushes, dandy buishes,
scrub brushes, stove brushes, shoe
brushes, mops, etc. Mr. Bryan also
manufactures paint, varnish and kaiso-
mine brushes, which, in common with
all the others, are of very superior
(|uality. He manufactures a full and
.omplete line of oval, round and flat
paint and whitewash brushes, a specialty
being made of mill and machine brushes,
paiiiiuis bru;,hes of every description, and all brushes
used by the hardware trade. In addition to what he
manufactures, Mr. Bryan is an extensive importer of
patent carpet sweepers, feather dusters and artists'
brushes, his stock of artist, bristle, camel hair, fitch
or bear, and badger hair brushes being complete.
Mr. Bryan enjoys an excellent reputation for the
class of goods he manufactures and for the stock he
keeps, being second to none in the Dominion. He
13 represented on ilie load by two travellers. With
regard to his machinery and facilities for the manu-
facture of brushes, they are not surpassed ; and
skillful workmen only are employed.

CIfY OP LONDON

Qlrfehn rcrguson It Sons, Kumiiure Manurae
turcrs nnd J'liiicral Directors, i8o King Street.—
This house was ejtabli.shed by John Ferguson thirty
years .,«o, and in 1884 he admitted his sons, trailinc
under the firm name of John Kerguson & Sons. No
l)etter furniture is manufactured in this country than

►ll«l>r[>MlTCiClA

"■IhI.ImMmImI.IcImUI

J FERGUSON&SONS

lillLliii

Iii

aJiMia ii.i^-i»f.iM i .' i *i' r r»:L^ <ii y i . i j.tfv |^

ichinery; still descending to the flat helow is the

department where the rough material is prepare.! for

I the machine room ; ami now we are in thj vicinity

I "JhJ^-^T"!" ""','" 1"'' '''>■"'« '^■'l"- '" 'he rear of
which IS the large lumber yar.l. Korming a wing to
the west IS a room, 30x60 feet, devoted to such stock
as tow, libie, excelsior, etc. ; in (act, every-
thing for upholstering work. The whole
extent of ground covered is 300x60 feet
As might naturally be expected, this firm
enjoy a very large trade, find take the lea.I
in the retail tr.ide. Kvery arlicl. turned
out IS guaranteed, and rpiality, price :in.l
all consulered, we know of no better furni-
ture establishment with which to trade th.in
that of John Ferguson A .Sons. Mr. fohn
I'erguson, the founder, who has been as
active in the interests of the public as in
those of his own business, was for several
years an Alderman of London, discharging
the functions that position involved in a
spirit of imp.irtiality and disinterestedness •
he has also been President of the .St. An-
drew's Socicly ; and i.^ now the iiifumbent
of the presidency of the Undertakers' Asso-
ciation of Canada.

that made by this firm, and as funeral directors lliey
are without a rival. They •i.rn out furniture of tl :
most elaborate and expt-nsive kind down to lluii
commonly used in the kitchen, the whole being of
first-class quality. They do upholstering work like-
wise, importing all the material used. The factory
is fully equipped in every respect with the latest and
most improved machinery, and their warerooma are
well worth a visit. Their jiremises, which are large
and commodious, cover .in area of 6o.'ci20 feet and
are four stories high, the building l)eing a substantial
white brick structure. On the ground floor one
section, 30x60 feet in dimensions, i.s devoted to the
undertaking depariment, reception room and up-
pholstered goods, below which is the morgue ; the
other portion, of efjual dimensions, is the warcroom,
devoted to sideboards, extension tables, hall racks, :
bureaus, etc. ; and behind that again is the fitting '
up and packing room. On the second fiat one por-
tion, 30x60 feet, is set apart for all kinds of liedroom
suites, and the other for all kinds of parlor suites,
easy chairs and lounges. This department is under '
the immediate supervision of Mr. James Kergi-son,
one of the p.artners, who has had excellent expe-
rience, having been for some time in the employ of
the great firm of Shoolhreed & Co., of London,
England. Behind this department, 30x60 feet, all
kinds of wool, hair and grass mattresses are made,
and iinmediately above, 60x60, is the stock room ;
and still further up is the furnishing room, occupying
one portion and upholstered goods occupying the
other, and immediately behind is the unfinished
goods room. Descending by the back, we arrive at |
the cabinet makers' room, where ail kinds of furni- i
turne is put up ; and below this is the machine
room, fully equipped with the most improved ma- |

,,.■*»" Tpn Llvsry, Robert Ifeuston,
W ojlingion Street. -It is essential that in a

city of London's propoitionsandimportanre
livery establishmei ts should be well repre
sented. Happily, a number of such, alike
creditable to the city and the proprietors,
are here, and prominent among them is the
well-known "Hon Tim Liv.-ry," Welling-
. ton Street, of which Mr. K,,hert Heuston

js llu- proprietor. The Kon Ton is well known
in s,K,rting circles, and to Ih, better class of citi-
zens who are in the habit of patronizing such es-
tablishments. The building o,.cupic<l as the livery
IS a subst.-.nti.il brick structure, being the finest
01 the kind in London, and the stables are well an-
pointed with all modern conveniences. There are
twenty-five horses altogether, and fifty vehicles of
every description. The horses are always in first-
cbiss condition, being always well kept, spirited, and
01 a .stylLsh gait, among the number being the cele-
I'rated Lady Heuston, which has made an admirable
record, having won the one and a quarter mile flat
race and the two and a half miles steeple cha.se on
the London Newmarket track in October of last
. year The horses are generally well-bred, splendid
: roadsters, and here are to be found the best matched
pairs of horses in London. The carriages, etc., are
ot tlie latest make, and have always a fresh appear-
ance ; and Mr. Heuston, who is very popuKir and
extensively patronized, is ever courteous and obliging
and endeavors to anticipate the wants of the public.

R. ArSOOtt <r Co., Tanners, Market Square —
An important enterprise amongst our national indus-
tries IS that of a tannery, and in this line London
contains some leading houses, amongst which that of
Messrs. R. Arscott A- Co. is deserving of all recogni-
tion as a thoroughly representative establishment.
This business dates its inception baik to .some
twenty-live years ago, during which time the trade of
the house has surely and steadily increased. Messrs
Arscott & Co. do .1 genera! bu.sinfs': ,-.= tnr.r.s> - .' "
they are also manufacturers of lard and neat's-'foot oif
and dealers in hides, skins, wools, tallow, bones, etc.
I his establishment compares favorably with others in

the same line
ing that thei
Their oils ha\
al business of
department c
satisfying the
sumers uf le:
found a con(
this firm is m
\rscott ; boti
laud, and art
section of the

C. A. Ta

Dundas .Stree
pursuits there
than that of tl
of the masses
of this counli
A. Taylor, thi
in the ye.ir l.S
and energeti(
building uj) a 1
be proud, an(i
lishincnt of il
premises wer
Dundas, but
necessitated 1
result he has 1
where he mak
dimensions, w
mo^t popular
general literal
include classi
and artistic vc
in:ince, poetry
low figures,
of stationery,
well as blank
papers can alv
to order. Mi
Province of (^
city for 28 ye:
anil accompli:
reliable in all

St. Nloho

ham, proprieti
which is bette
than the city
every hand, ai
the prestige 01
visitors and ot
city one stai
thoroughly re]
The St. Nich
ham is proprii
irally and elig
with merchan
and the travel
t.iges of first-c
style. The di
and has a se
being conduct
at all hours, tl
who are daily
with the fines
wines and liq
under the mar
excelled l>y an
Mr. Popham (
and restaurant

Hal helow is the
rial is prepareil for
ire in (he vicinity
(iln, in the rear of
"orming a wiii^; to
oted to such stock
c. ; in fact, cvery-
'ork. The whole
^il is 300x60 feet.
<pect(il, this (irm
uid take the jeacl
ery articU turned
jiiality, price and
>f no better furiii-
hich to trade tlian
Sons. Mr. John
who has been as
■■ the piiblie as in
, was for several
ndon, discharyint;
jn involved in a
lisinterestedne^ ;
It of the St. An-
)w ihe infnnibent
nderlakcrs" Asso-

Kobert Heiiston,
sssential that in a
ns and importance
Id be well repre
)er of such, alike

the proprietors,
HOUR them is the
-ivry," Welling-
Koliert Heuston

i.s well known
or class of cili-
onizing such es-
ied as the livery
eing the finest
lies are well ap-
ces. There are
filly vehicles of

always in first-
pi, spirited, and
being the ctle-
de an admirable
[uarter mile flat
teeple chase on
Dctober of last
l-bred, splendid
le best matched
riages, etc., are
a fresh appear-
ry popular and
us and ol)liging,

of the public.

irket Square. —
national indus-
s line Lf)ndon
it which that of
; of all recogni-
establishment.
batk to some
me Ihe trade of
ased. Messrs.

; Jnr.r.iji;, wiliic

neat's-foof oil,
ow, bones, etc.
'with others in

REPIIESENTATIVK HUSINKSS MKN

the same line in western Ontario, their returns show-
ing that their work is duly and well appreciated.
Their oils have also a wide rc|)Utation, and Ihe gener-
al business of this old and reliable tirm i.s in every
dfpartmeni on a most satisfactory footing, while in
satisfying the demands of a large portion of the con-
sumers ol leather, Messrs. R. Arscott A Co. have
found a congenial .avocation. The consliiution of
this hrm is made up of Messrs. [. H. Klliolt and K.
Arscott ; both these gentlemen are natives of Kng-
land, and are widely known and respected in this
section of the country.

Ba A. Tayl9ri Dookseller, Statianer, etc., 180
Dundas Street.— In all the wide range of industrial
pursuits there is not a more interesting occujjation
than that of ihe bookseller, upon which iho education
of the masses and the enliglitonmeni of the citizens
of Ihis country in a large manner dfpend. Mr. H.
A. Taylor, the proprietor of this enterprise, started it
in the ye.ir 1858, an<l by the use of the most efTective
and energetic business methods has succee<led in
building up a tr.ide connection of which he may justly
be proud, and one which ranks as the leading estab- '
lishmenl of its kind in London. Mr. Taylor's late
premises were located on Richmond Street, above
iJundas, but the increasing demands of his business [
;n'Ci'ssitalcil his removal to larger fpiarlers. As a
rcsidt he has recently moved to iSo Dundas Street,
where he makes use of a large store, 18 \ too feet iii
dimensions, which is fully stocked wilh works of the
ln(.^t popular authors, magazines, periodicals and
geiur.ll literature, all of a high class and order, which
include classical, biographical, historical, scientific
and artistic volumes, as well as works of fiction, ro-
mince, poetry and religion, all oflTereil at remarkably
low figures. Mr. Taylor also carries a complete line
of sLationery, pl.ain, fancy and commercial paper, as
well as blank books of all kinds. The leading news-
papers can alw.ays be obt.ained here, .and foreign ones
lo order. Mr. Taylor is a native of Eaton, in the
Province of Quebec, but has been a resident of this
city for 28 years. He is a gentleman of energetic
ami accomplished businc-^s habits, and prompt and
reliable in all tran«actioni. i

St. NIOhola* H0t«l, Carling Street, II. Pop
ham, proprietor.— Probably there is no city in Canada
which is better supplied with hotels and rc!-taurant.s
than the city of London ; they are to be found on
every hand, and there is nothing which adds more to
the prestige of Ihe place than its accommodation for
visilors and others. Amongst the restaurants of the
city one stands pre-eminently forward, and is a i
thoroughly representative establishment in this line.
The St. Nicholas Hotel, of which .Mr. Henry Pop-
ham is proprietor, has a wide reputation ; it i.s cen-
trally and eligibly located, and is deservedly popular
wilh merchants, clerks and professional gentlemen \
and Ihe travelling public, who appreciate the advan- i
t.iges of first-class meals, served in neat and attractive '
style. The dining hall is fitted up in the best style, ;
and has a seating capacity for some fifty guests.
Being conducted upon the l-.uropean plan, wilh meals
at all hours, there is no limit to the number of guests
who are daily accommodated. The bar is stocked
with the finest brands of imported and domestic
wines and liquors, beer, ale, etc., and the cuisine,
•.•,!■.,-, cr the manajjemciU of cumpctcr.t assistants, is not
excelled by any similar establishment, and as a result
Mr. Topham enjoys a wide palronage. This hotel
and restaurant has been under the management of

the present proprietor since l88a, though in this line
Mr. Popham has had a varied experience, having
formerly conducted the Club Chambers in Toronto.
,Mr. Popham is a native ol Kngland, ami is thor-
oughly versed in all the details and recpiirements of
the business in which he is engaged, while he is one
ol the most genial and popular of hosts.

O. ■• Orav««, Interior Decorationsj Art Goods,
Mirrors, Window Kurnishings, Wall I'apers, Borders,
etc., etc., 222 Dundas Street.- Wall papers, bor.lers
and ceiling dccoralicms form an essential in every
home ; hence an indusirj dealing in this line of goods
is one of general in- -_ --.; |^^

lerest. In Ihis branch jt ■_. 1 j #:Ja^g>5 . \^\ '
of trade we have a
thoroughly represent-
ative house in that
of .Mr. O. It. (ir.ives,
who docs a live busi-
ness as an importer
of wall papers, bord
ers, ceiling decora
lions, windowshades,
spring rollers, etc.
Whelhei considered 1
as an industrial art or |
as a branch of com-
mercial pursuit, this

business is of siilficieni impiwlance to caTTfoFTi'favor-
able notice in a work of this kind. This cslablish-
meiil dales its inception back to i860, having been
started in iliat vear by its present proprietor on
Richmond Stieei, who afterwards removed to his
present premises in Oddfellows' Block, 222 Durdas
Street. The advantages of this house enable Mr.
(iravc, to supply any article in the line at bottom
prices. He imports mirror gla-s from England,
as well as wall paper from England, tram <■ and the
United Stales, of the most improved design and
style. The manufacture of picture frames, easels
and art furniture, etc., is an important and promi-
nent branch of industry of the house. The
goods .su|iplied stand pre-einuiently in the front rank
for artistic design and excellence of workmanship.
This establishment is a most comprehensive one, and
includes a great variety of Christmas and New Vear
cards, plaques and plush frames im])ortcd from Eng-
land, Erance, ( iermany and United Slates ; while a
specialty is made of arlisis' materials, of which a full
line is kepi constantly on hand. The picture display
is a prominent feature of this establishmenl. and is
well worthy of a visit from strangers and vi-^ilors to
the city. The store and show room occupied for the
pursuit of this business are 100x30 feet in dimensions,
an<l here window shades and poles, oak and bronze
mouldings, l(,gelhcr wilh other branches of this
industry, are actively manufactured. Mr. Graves is a
native of Ireland, and his large trade has been secured
by a system of operations conducted upon the strictest
principles of mercantile integrity.

Fred. R<"'v|andl, I'ork Packer, etc. : ofhce, 3
Oddfellows 1.— For some years' past the city ol

London has jn known far and wide for the excel-
lence of its .;ef and pork. Prominent among the
establishments engaged in the packing and provision
business is that of Mr. Fred. Rowland, whose facilities
lot Coudueliiig liiis business are extensive ami ample.
This gentleman began business in 1852 in a com-
paratively small way, but with a thorough knowledge
of the business, and with business ability he has

CITY OF I.')\r)()N

btcome one of the IcadiiiK packers of mciK in this
MCtlon. Ml Rowland in an c-xleuMvc mnnufacturei
«nd dealer m l)acon, hainn, and fancy cun-il meats,
barrelleil pork, lanl, ere, an<l in this important hne
of industry he is the oldeit established niercliant in
the city, He carries a heavy stock, and doe» a large
nty and widely extended business. His packing-
house is located at the corner of Wdliani .ind Hath-
urst .Streets, where he has every convenience and a
spacious ice house for carrying on his business. The
brand of hams hetc turned out has a wide repulatioii,
while a very superior quality of lard is produced.
.The packing house is (itted throughout with all
necessary machinery and apjiliancea ; is furnished
with steam power, vhich suiiplies motive power lo
the sausage cutters, ihe pres-, and pork cutters. Mr.
Mowland is a native ol Kngland, and has been a
reiident of ihi.s country for 45 years, 35 of which have
been spent in London, lie is a gentleman of enter
prising business habits, and thoroughly understands
every branch of the industry in which he is engaged,
and which he has developed toils present pinporii ms,

Oanada Ohsmiaal Manufaoturinc Oo..

Rectory .Street, London Last. Chemicals, entering
; as they do largely into various industries, and aKi.
UiC I largely domestically, constitute a most importani
branch of industry. Kxperienced skill niusi b,
brought to Ucar upon it as care and allenlion is re
ipiired at every stage. In Canada the iiianufactur.
of chemicals ass lines considerable pronorlions, and
prominent among those engaged in it is the Canada
I Chemical Company of London Kast. This Company
has been established since 1867 ; Mr. William Bow
man is President, and .Mr. T. II. Smallman, Treasurer
ano .Managing iJirector. The -.v .k:;. covering
altogether some three acres, are completely e.,Mipped
with the most improved appliances, the plant be>ng
perhaps ihe most expensive of its. kind in use i,;
Canada. The chemicals manufactured are sulphuric,
nitric and muriatic acids, both comnierically and
chemically pure, and mixed acids for explosives. This
Company is the only one manufacturing chemically
pure acids m C'ana<la ; it also manufactures cop
peras, ammonia, glauber salts and calcined salts ;

it is also the only
eslablishment in tin
country manufaclur
ing acids from pure
brimstoni, using pla
tiiium distilling ap-
paratus. This Com-
pany enjoys a very

,.■:„——» -.-,-r.,._ _ ;^>Mg»,^ large Iradi, .xtend

•-e»^SSii^aEra^r^SSS53^B#'Sr ing over the whole of

MUnt Brotharaf Produce, Coal and Commission "'•^ Dominion, owing to the purity and genet il excel
Merchants: otfice, 363 Richmond Street.— Prominent ^^"Cf of the chemicals manufactured ; and it may be
among the most enterprising and successful of Lc.n- mentioned in this connection that the manufacturine
don .s merchants are Messrs. Hunt lirothers. In- >leP'if'ni<'nl is under the immediate supervision of Mr
heritmg the substantial business left them by their J- •!• Howman, Professor of Chemistry, Western
father, thelateCharles Hunt, in 1871 -whoestablished University

riJr&^f^^

COAL ^f''^ om^^'^f^s, WOOD

VU MU jvifeT RICHMOND. ST. Wl W \J U

LONDON, ONT.

lORDEBS PROMPTLY DELWEBED.

lie City Mills in 1856, ami carried on a large coal and
wood trade— they have built up a trade, as millers
and merclianls. at once uni(|ue and representative.
The City Mills, situated at the south l<ranch of the
Rivei Thames, were rebuilt in 1884-85, when the com-
plete roller process was introrluce.l, with a capacity of
IiO barrels: and the flour manufactured is of a quality

Tha tendon Drug Oompany, James Doug
la.s, Manager, |. Dundas Sircet.— There is n(j
better known dru^ house in Cnada than that of
Kerry, Watson it Co. of Montreal. I'or purity <,t
gooils and fair dealings their reputation has long
since been established. Their trade is very large ;
and in order to give that attention to the western

that secures 11 a ready sale in the market. The •'•i'''-' «'hich its magnitude demanded, a branch house
"Diamond Patent," "Ant;lo- American Patent " and "'■'>'^ estal)b bed in this city in 18S3, buying out Mr,
" Iroquois," are grades that have become household , '*• A. Mitchell, than whom no one carried on a more
words among those dealing in the article of flour ; i ''"P"''''int 'ifug ("'le in the west. Two travellers are
'I,"" ^t *^''-^ Hakers," a tine gra.le manufacture.! for j employed from this house, and since the foundation
the Mtmtreal trade, and the " Iroquois " brand being : "f 'he London Drug Company, the trade, which for-
entirely exported to (Glasgow. A large number of! merly was very large in the west, has been very con
men are constantly employed at the mill's, which have , ^i'lerably supplemented. What has contributed ma
lieen kept running night and day in order to keep up ! terially to the success of Kerry, Watson A Co. here,
with the demand. Exclusiveof the large export trade, has been the energy of their Mana^jer, Mr. James
the home market for the products of the City Mills Douglas, who has had a long experience in the
extends over the Eastern Provinces and Ontario. l>usine>s, and who was for many years with the firm
Messrs. Hunt Brothers deal extensively in produce, '" Montreal. The large stock carried is imported
having a warehouse on the C. T. R. track here, also 1 '''rect from all quarters of the globe, and embraces
one at Ilderton on the London, Huron c<: Hruce Rail- i everything relating to the trade of a retail druggist,
road, and are also proprietors of the City Elevator, j ^''cepting what is manufactured by the firm here, sue!
At their coal and wood yard, situated at 88 Rathurst ' •'>'* ""'<' extracts, elixirs, tinctures, citrate of magnesia

I yar( ,
St., is carried on the larqest trade in the city in coal.
They dispose of from 7,000 to 8.000 tons of that :
article per year, and 2,000 cr)rds of wood. They are
the exclusive agents in London for the Delaware and
Hudson anthracite coal, as also for the Royal Coal ]
& Mining Company, miners of the celebraletl'Bricr i
Hill Hocking Coal, Columbus, Ohio. M«^liarles j
B. Hunt is Vice- r-rc.ident uf the London Coal Ex- i

change, of which he has been a
inception in 1S83.

, - - ,1 magnes

etc. ; the drugs are ground at Montreal. A specialty
is made of tine high class goods and druggists'
sundries. An establishment in the west such a>
this must necessarily be a boon to the trade, as the
operations are so extensive ; and the imported goods
being bought for cash, terms can bearrivedatspecially
.advantageous to the trade. The premises are very
rgc, having a depiii ul 120 feet and three stories

member since its ! high, the whole of which is devoted to manufacturing
I purposes and storage.

HKPHKSKNTATIVK BUSINKSH MKV

nufaoturinc Oo.,

-Cht'mical.H, cniiiin^;
> iiuluKtrici, and ,iU(,
tulu a iiiosi iiii|)iiiiiinl
need <>kill iiiust lie
I! and allcntion ig re
mda the manufacture
!>le proporliontt, ond
(I in it IS the Canada
;a»t. This Coinpiny
; Mr. William How
Smallman, Tn-asurer
he v. .Ix.;, covering;
completely ti,Mippcd
nces, the plant lit'ng
r its. kind in use ii:
iclurcd are sulphuric,
li lonimcrically and
fi)iexpl(isivos. This
ifacturing chemically
) manufactures cop
and calcined salts ;
it is also the (mly
cslablishmunt in th(
country nianufactur
ing acids from pun
brimstonr, using pla
tinum distilling np
paratus. ThisCom-
I)any enjoy-; a very
lari^e Iradi . xtend
ing over the whole of
;y and geiicril vxcel
ured ; and it may hv
t the manufacturing
;e supervision of Mr.
Jhemistry, Western

lany, James Doug
rctt. — There is n(j
nada than that of
real. I''i)r purity dI
epiitation has long
trade is very large ;
ition to the western
ided, a branch house
ISj, buying out Mr
le carried on a more
Two travellers arc
iince the foundation
he trade, which for-
, has been very con
has contributed ma
Watson it Co. here,
anager, Mr. James

experience in th<'
years with the firm
carried is imported
[lobe, and embraces
>i a retail druggist,
' the firm here, such
ciirate of m.agnesia,
itreal. A specialty
)ds and druggists'

the west such as
o the trade, as the
the imported goods
e arrived at specially
: premises are very
-•t and three storie^
;d to manufacturing;

W. Halle tt COif Impnrltrsof rianoloi, s. Caiiin-
et Organs and tieneral Musical .Merch.ind. • a-.m
Masonic 'Icniple Uuildings.— As an auui^.ity on
music an<l musical instruments, Mr. W. Halle occupies
a pre-eminent position in western Ontario. He
ac(|iiired his rudimentary knowledge of musical
instruments in London, England, and coming out to
(Janada in liOO, opened a large rtiusic store in
Chatham, Ont. Kour years afterwards he removeil
to the "Forest City," and has since been prominently
hlentitied with every musical event o| any importance
in London. With a thoroughly practical and scientific
knowledge of the constructi n of the piano, he com-
bines the accomplishments of the musical artist. He
lias always taken an active interest in the London
Philharmonic Socie'y, of which he is the Treasurer.
It goes without saying, therefore, that the nuisical
instruments in which Messrs. W. Halle & Co. deal
nnist be of superior excellence. They are the sole
agents here for \ewcombe, of Toronto, and Hallett
.V Cumstou, Boston, The Newcombes, it is need-
less to .sav, are patronized by the best piano artists in
Canada, these pianos being noted for iheir reliable,
construction, their bell-like tone, with a perfect re- i
peating check action. Referring to an exhibit o( I
Newcombe pianos at the Colonial and Indian Exhi- '
bition, no less an authority than Henry Morley, of;
the Royal Academy of Music, London, said that they
"are. wi!h:v,;t .•!.■•.■.;!-.;, a; fin? specimens >:,! -pi ■ — f^s '
I have ever seen. For such pianos to be introduced |
in our concert rooms in Great Britain will indeed be i
a treat in store." Mr. Charles T Corke, Associate !

Royal Acad-
emy of Music,
London, also
si<id, " I am
e X t r e m e I y
pleased mih
all till' New-
iiimbe piano,
fortes I tried
atihet iilonial
and 1 ml i an
I':xh i bit ion,
Both tone and
touch are
c h a rnii n g."
These pin not
secured the sil-
ver modal at
the New Or-
leans Kxposi-
tion in compe-
tition with the
leadii ' mak-
ers 1,1 the
world. Hal-
lett A- Cums-
ton have been
before I he
public for 50
years, and
have won an
enviable reiiu
tation. Met
srs. Halle &
Co. are also
agents for C.
L. Thomas,
Hamilton, 1).
W. Karn &
Co , Wood-
stock, and W. Dougherly & Co., makers whose instru-
ments are well known and highly reputed. .Messrs.
W. Halle \: Co. conduct the leading piano business
ir London, ntid their instrununls are sought after by
ihe best inu^i lan, for recitals, while tlair warerooinii
are uted for rehearsing their music.

J__-f«M

Edward Da la Hooka, City P.assenger amtTicket
Agent, ,j -Masonic Temple. -The railroad facilities of
Canada are now becoming so rapidly developed, that
London, as an important point on several lines, is
brought into direct communication with every pait of
the Dominion as well as of the United States, anil
thus there is a big field of enterprise fir the ticket
agent. The bustle and crowds at railway stations
often iirevent a traveller getting specific information
as to the best and cheapest route to go in the event of
a long journey, where several changes may be
necessary ; thus it is that the ticket agent, in the
ipiietude of his office, is able to furnish every infor-
mation and directions, while he is also enabled to
issue tickets at the lowest rates. In this line of busi-
nes.s Mr. Kdward I)e la Hooke is pojmlarly known, he
having been for nearly 20 years in the service of the
(ireat Western Railway of Canada, and for over 12
years of that period ticket clerk at the station here.
Ho is the city passenger and ticket agent of the
I irand Trunk linilway, ami issues single and return
tiCrri- to sl! sialiuiis on the Gr.-.r.d Trunk .sy.siem ;
and through tickets to all points in Canada, the
United States and Europe. He is .agent for the
Cunard, Inman, White Star, Dominion, and other

CITY OF LONDON

lines of ocean sie.imers, all well known and favorite
Atlantic liners. Mr. I)e la Ilooke is also agent for
Thomas Cook iV Son's Eurojiean and American
tours, and those contemplating a journey, no matter
to what point, cannot do better than consult this
gentleman ; by so doing they will assuredly be money
in pocket, and will also have the satisfaction of know
ing they are travelling on the best and most direct
route. Mr. l)e la Ilooke is a native of Kngland, was
educated at St. John's College, I lursipierpoint,
and came to Canada in January, 1S64, bearing letters
16 Mr. Swinyard, the then (ieneral Manager of the
Great Western Railway, who at once gave him a
position in his own office. -Since his residence here
Mr. I>e la Ilooke has gained the confidence and
esteem of a large circle of friends in social and busi-
ness life. He is a I'.isl Master of the Masonic frater-
nity, and a |)ast President of the St. George's .Society.

W. Hi Heard & Co., riuml)crs and Steam-
Fitters, King Street.— On no branch of trade are
householders more dependent for their domestic
comforts as well as for their sanitary arrangements as
on that which comes under the heading of general
plumbing and steam-fitting. Many are engaged in
this enterprise, but it is not all that are both com-
petent and reliable. However, amongst those who
come within the ca;egory of reliability and competency

and dealers in the various apjiroved systems of heating
apparatus, as well as galvanized range boilers and
stands, copper panlrv sinks, lead traps and piping,
electric house bells, pumps of allkinds ; beer engines,
artistic gas fixtures, window reflectors, globes and
shades, in addition to many other articles needed for
the comfort as well as the adornment of every home.
The slock in han<l is a most comprehensive one, and
all goods are at rock-bottom prices. In this line
Messrs. Heard >V Co. are a recognized leading and
representative house, and builders and others may
safely rely on the excellence of their work. Mr
Heard is a native of Canada ; he is a thoroughly

: practical mechanic and engineer in every department

j of his business.

The Ontario Mutual Fire inauranoe Col,

P. h. lioyle, Manager, 386 ;.i Richmond Street.—
: The number of (ire insurance companies doing busi-
ness in Canada is a large one, but the solidity of an
insurance company and its piomptness m paying
. claims IS a most important point. In this respect the
^ Ontario Mutual, which forms the subject of this
, sketch, IS entitled to due prominence'and recognition
ifi'im the high character and reputation it enjoys
! This Company was established in 1S67 as purely
; mutual, Its head offices being at 386^4 Richmond
Street, with branch agencies throughout Ontario, to
which Province its fieM of operation is confined.
Since Us foundation tins Company has enjoyed a
large business, which it has regularly maintained, a
fact which cannot be said of all companies at the
present lime. This institution is conducted under a
board of directors, two of whom retire annually in
rotation, but are eligible for reelection, the policy-
holders, according to the amount of their premiums,
having a certain number of votes The first manager
of this thriving Com])any was .\i.. [ames Johnson,
who in turn was succeeded by Mr. V. K. Uoyle, the
present manager, a gentleman of wide ext;erience in
tire assurance, and whose able administration of the
Company's affairs have given every satisfaction to
those concerned in this enterprise. Mr. lioyle is a
native of Ireland, but has lu-en a resident here for
over thirty years, during which time he has gained
the confidence an<l esteem of all.

Ontario Car and Foundry Co., London.—
horemost among the industries of London is that
carried on by the Ontario Car and Founifry Co.
This immense concern was established in 1871, berng
originally conducted under the style of the Ontario
Car Company and London Car Wheel Company.
The area of ground covered by the car works and
casting and wheel foundries is some sixteen acres
and the number of hands eni])loyed is 275. Motive
power is supplied by engines .iggregating 160-horse
power. Kvery facility incident to the particular
! industry carried on is embraced within the works
the tools and machinery being of the most moilerri
kind. The Comjiany has capacities and facilities for

., .-. ,. , , u- r , . - '"'■""?e ""' '•"'ght freight cars on an average per day.

gentlemen constituting the membership of this hrm and sixteen passenger coaches per year Fverv road

have been engaged in their present business for the in Canada has been c.piipped in part or in full by this

last hve or six years, during which time they have Company, including the Canadian Pacific Railway

g!^^^^^\^he conCuWncc of all for whom they have the Grand Trunk, the Canada Southern (now the

fulfilled orders, while they have also been engaged Michigan Central), the Northern & North Western

in executir; the plumbing. ' ' " ' ■ — - min.

arrangemer

private houses <

lishmentis I

wn retneyc ^ — ..^.^ ...v..„... . "v. >,aia maiiuruijiurcu oy mis t-ompany,

must be ranked Messrs. W. II. Heard iS: Co.

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

whether passenger, mail, baggage, express or freight,
are not surpassed by those ot any other concern on
the continent of America for finish, durability and
general workmanship. Skillful and experienced
workmen are employed, and the inaterial used is
strictly in accordance with specifications, each rail- 1
way company having their own standard and issuing
(heir own specifications. It is a fact worthy of note
that the manufacture of railway cars is an industry the
most comprehensive of any, touching as it does upon I
every department of trade in the Dominion, among I
which might be mentioned lumber, bar iron, pig iron '
<both for castings and car wheels), nails, hardware,!
p.iints, oils, varnishes, plush, canv.is, hair, springs I
and carpets. Mr. Thonuis .\Iuir is the comiielent
^leneral Manager of this concern, with which he has
been associated since its incejition. He is a gentle-
man of large experience in the manufacture of railway
cars, and is thoroughly conversant with every detail. I

ants are to be
found many whose
tastes are at once
correct and re-
fined. There is,
therefore, a tempt-
ing field here for
the musical mer-
chant whose stock
bears the stamp of
merit, and whose
reputation as an
authority cannot be
uestioned. I n
London there are
several large music
ware rooms, but
foremost amongst
them all is that of
Mr. Charles K.
C'olwell, estab-
The excellence of.

Chas. F. Colwell, Importer of and Dealer in
Musical Instruments and Musical Merchandise, 171
IJund-is Street. — It was (jpce the boast of continental
Kurope, and of Germany in particular, that we— the
Knglish, wherever we might be— were dependent
upon them for our musical creations and our musical
instruments. Europe was the birthplace of Handel
and Mozart, of Ueethoven and Mendelssohn, and of
other great composers. The musical instruments
which held the professional world bya kind of involun-
tary iiscination were made there, and the most

eminent critics of musical productions were nursed
amid the inspirations of "Vatcrland." A new era
has dawned on the English-speaking race, and with
it we claim fresh acquisitions. JCngland and America,
—and when we name the latter we necessarily include
iMe liritish portion of this continent— can now com-
pete against the whole world in itiusical creations
and in musical instruments. The " Forest City '" is
" " known musical centre, and among its inhabft-

.1 we

lished some sixteen years ago

his stock has long since secured' (o'^r Vim"a"nam"^
second to none, embracing as it does musical instru-
ments and musical merchandise of all kinds, amona
which may be mentioned pianos and organs by the
best makers, violins of all sizes, styles and colors,
varying in price from $1.00 to $1,000.00, includine
he famous Stradivarius an<l Amati violins; guitarsT
banjos, accordeons, concertinas, melodeons, mouth
""■fr'-'f^' „ -Mr. Colwell Iwrnlles the "Emerson."
Dommion, and "Knabe" pianos, in acdition to
others ; but et these suffice samples of the heavier
class of gQxxIs kept in slock. The " Emerson " piano
1.S, without a doubt, as fine an instrument of its
kind as IS manufactured on this continent. It is
noted for its fullness and roundness of tone, and for
Its durability. Mr. Colwell is an extensive importer,
and buys for cish, the benefit of which he extends to
MS palions. Mr. C.,h>,.ll occujiies two flats, the
lower one being 100 f, , Jeep, 'riie wareroom, which
is_ on the ground floor, is lilted uf) wilti much taste
after the traditional manner of a music house, the
walls being almost covered with p(jrtrails .and engrav-
ings of famous compo.sers. actors, actresses, and
musical ,„ftsh-s. We have seen no better music
wareroom in Canada, and " Colwell's Popular Music
House has become a household word all over
Dntario. The second Hat is in two divisions, being
devote.1 to relieartiils and music teaching. Professor
Haumann, of Hamilt(m, and Professor Zinger, of
lirantford, give weekly lessons, the (;ne on the violin,
and the oihei on the guitar and banjo. Thi piano
and other insiruiiunls are lauglit as well. .Mr.
Colwell handles also ihe "While" sewing machine",
than which there is mwie belter in the market. It is
gnaranlecd to last a lilelime. and its range of work
excels that of any other. There are several hundred
thousands of these machines now in use, and Mr.
Colwell enjoys a large trade in them. Mr. Colwellj
during the past sixteen years, has been ])rominently
identified not only with leading musical events here,
but with municipal and other important interests of
the city as well. His trade is the largest west of
Toronto, which he has built up entirely himself, and
his career affords an excellent example of what pluck
and energy can accomplish under adverse circum-
stances and iig.iinst kc.n c-mpetitiuii.

Prank Ooopar, I'hotographer, 169, 171 and 173
pundas Slrcet.—To produce satisfactory and pleas-
ing pictures requires skill, refined taste, and appre-

> I

CITY OF LONDON

I. f

ciation of the laws of light and shade. All these [
requisite? are to he found at the eslnblishment of
Mr. Krank Cooper. As a photo(;rapher this identic-
man has gained a wide and weM-nierited reputation
for the excellent finish o( his pictures. His studio,
located over 169, 171 and 173 Dundas Street, is
tastefully and elegantly finished, and is rei>lete with
everything necessary or convenient for the efficient
practice ol the art, or for the comfort of visitors.
This establishment dates its inception back to some
nineteen years, since when ihis house has enjoyed a

steadily increasing rcpulalion. All sizes of photo-
graphs, from cartes up to 14x17 inches i.i size, are
taken in every style and true to life, while a specialty
is made of family groups and children, Mr, Cooper
attending personally to the operating. The gallery
is one of the largest and best appointed in Canada,
and has long enjoyed a national reputation for artistic
photography. The operating rooms are 55x2s feet
in dimensions, while there are separate reception
rooms for ladies and gentlemen, the whole establish-
ment being in every way elhriently etjuipped with
everything needful or useful for the effective per-
formance of the best class of work, the workshop
being 55x25 feet in size, with employment for 7 regu-
lar hands. Mr. Cooper, who is of Irish descent, is a
native of the " Korest City," and has for many years
been prominently identified with the business interests
of the place, where he has established a business
second to none in his line, and of which he may well
feel a justifiable pride.

Wright 1^ Durand, Huilders, Contractors, etc.,
cor. (,)ueen's Avenue and Wellington Street. — This
well-known house dates its inception back to the
year 1854, when it was first founded by Messrs. John
Wright and James Durand. In 18S0 these gentle-
men retired, and were succeeded by their respective
sons, .Mr. Thimias Wright and Mr. Andrew Durand.
Four years later the lamented death of Mr. T.
Wright left this business under tiie suic- euiiiinl ul
Mr. Durand, though the old constitutional title of
the firm is still retained. The p: ises occupied for
this comprehensive industry are located at the corner

of DufTerin Avenue and Wellington Street, occupy-
ing a lot 200x120 feet in dimensions, on which is a
spacious factory and workshop 50x100 feet in size.
In addition to budding and contracting, they also
manufacture doors, sash, blinds, etc., and their
extensive operations are conducted with eminent
skill and executive ability. The various machinery
and mechanical appliances are propelled by an
engine ol 25-horse ))ower, with a steam boiler of
similar strength, and throughout each department
the busy operation of skilled workmen presents a

hive of industry,
ndicative of en-
rgy and enter-
irise. The hands
mployed in con-
lection with this
ndustry will ave-
age from 45 to
Jo. Amongst the
prominent build-
ings erected by
ihis firm may be
nentioned the
!igh School, the
Custom House,
Merchants'liank,
liank of Mont-
real and Federal
liank ; also some
of the prominent
nstitutions o f
Stratford, Saint
Thomas, Strath-
oy and Windsor,
t is the intention
if Mr. Durand to
•rect new premi-
ses on an enlarg-
ed scale. This gentleman is a native 01 the city, who,
industrious in his habits ami progressive in his ideas,
has familiarized himself with all modern styles anil-
designs, and em.ploys the most efficient and improved
machinery and appliances in the preparation oJ
lumber and material for building purposes.

ilohn M. Danton, Merchant Tailor, 372
mond .Street. — Among the most skilled and r

Rich-
liable
merchant tailors of this city must be classed Mr. John
M. Denton. As a practical tailor of the highest
skill Mr. Denton has no superior in this city, and he
has no hesitation in guaranteeing most perfect fits in
garments in all cases. He carries in stock a full line
of piece goods of the most popular makes and styles,
which he takes pleasure in exhibiting to those in
(|uest of goods or garments He keeps special lines
for dress goods, for suitings, for trouserings and for
liveries ; his Cheviots and Scotch tweeds being es-
pecially fine. Mr. Denton is a large importer of
woollens, and he has always on hand an extensive
stock, such as only first-class houses keep. None but
experienced hands are kept, and no garments are
allowed to leave the store which are not carefully in-
spected and entirely satisfactory to the custc nier j as
a conse(|uence, this house has received a ! ii popu-
larity, not only in 'his immediate .seclio . but from
patrons ot a distance. Mr. Denton has n w on hand
a large stock of very reasonable and stylish woollen

j;.ioiis lol Wllltcl line, lot wllicli lie oiltls UilUsUally

good value. This important branch of business was
established in 1855 by the present proprietor. The
premises are located at 372 Richmond Street, anil

comprise
feet in din
of the bes
the super
establishn
nied.il at I
awarded s
1879. M
resided in
highly am

CANAE

Brltlst
Compan

Western C
London, (
l-'.tniiire Mi
England,
economy
having ap|
indicateil I
the organii
dents of t
Company!
and now
income of
are $700,1
amount to
with the (
are thus g
plan is a n
addition tc
death, the
from whicl
realize the
made. It;
ba.-iis enai:
not merely
trusting to
payment o

KEPRESKNTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

n Street, occupy-
)ns, on which is a
:loo feet in size,
racting, they also
etc., and their
;d with eminent
arious machinery
iropelled by an
I steam boiler of
each department
rkmen presents ;i
hive of industry,
ndicalive of en-
rgy and enler-
)rise. The hands
mployed in con-
\ection with this
ndustry will ave-
age from 45 to
io. Amongst the
prominent build-
ings erected by
ihis linn may be
nentioned t h e
[ High School, the
Custom House,
Merchants' Hank,
liank of Mont-
real and Federal
Hank ; also some
of the prominent
i nstitutions o f
-llratford, Saint
Thomas, Strath-
'oy and \Vindsor.
t is theintentioiv
if Mr. Durand to
-•rect new premi-
ses on an enlarg-
; 01' the city, who,
ssive in his ideas,
io<Iern styles ami',
lent and improved
' jireparation ol
irposes.

Tailor, 372 Rich-
billed and reliable

classed Mr. John
)r of the highest
I this city, and he
Host perfect fits in
n stock a full line

makes and styles,
iting to those in
<eeps special lines
ouserings and for

tweeds being es-
large importer of
and an extensive

keep. None but

no garments are
e not carefully in-

the cusi( mer ; as
lived a 11 popu-

secti( but from
I has V. VI on hand
nd stylish woollen
oiTtiii, uiiusii.iily
ch of business was

proprietor. The
inond Street, and

comprise a spacious and well appointed store, 20x80
feet in dimensions, fidly stockeil with a choice supply
of the best of inatcrials for garuu-nts. As a proof of
the superior nature of the work turned out by this
establishment, Mr. Denton was awarded the highest
me<lnl at the Paris Kxposiiion in 1S7S, and was also
awarded a medal at the tirst Dominion Kxhibition in
1S79. Mr. Denton is a native of Kngland, but has
resided in London for the last 31 years, where he is
highly and deservedly respected.

CANADIAN HEAD OFFICE.

British Empire Mutual Life '.esuranee
Company, of Londi>n, Kng., established 1S47 ;
Western Ontario liranch, Albion Hlock liuildings,
London, Out., J. K. Jeffers, Manager.- The IJritish
i-:mpire Mutual Life .-^ssurance t'ompany, of London,
England, is highly recommended, as much for its
economy as for its safely, the iierfeciion of both
having apparently been reached Iiy its operations, as
in<licaled by the liberal share of patronage accorded
the organization by the leading merchants and resi-
dents of this city and section of the countiy. This
Company was established in the Old Country in 1.S47,
and now possesses assets of $5,304,250, an annual
income of $1,037,855 ; the Canadian investments
are $700,000, while the claims and bonuses paid
amount to $10,000,000. All reserves are deposited
with the (joverninent at Ottawa, and the assured
are thus given ami'.le p^'otection. The endowment
plan is a noticeable feature of this Company, as in
addition to the system of paying insurance in case of
death, the Company also constitutes a safety fund,
from which at certain ages metnbers insuring may
realize the benefits of their investments and payments
made. Its table of rates is carefully prei)ared upon a
basis enabling it to meet every promise made, .iii.i
not merely for the purpose of getting insurance and
trusting to luck for the future. Its reserve for the
payment of endowments gives it all the elements of

strength claimed by high rate companies. The
prominent features of this Company are ahsoltile
sciiiri/y, afforded by the reserves <leposiled with the
Covernment, fair rates, unconditional policies, no
forfeiture, a temperance section and a biennial
division of prolils. All earnings in Canada, besides
large sums from England, are invested in Canadian
securities. Tire head oflice for Canada is at Moni-
real, the Tieneral Manager for Can.ada being F.
Stancliffe, a gentleman of large experience ; the
Dominion Hoard of Directors being the Hon. John
Hamilton, Director of the Hank of .Montreal ; John
Hope, Ksq. ; X. Murray, 10m|., Director of Hank of
Montreal ; Robert .Simms, i;s(|.; and James Hennett,
President Montreal Stock Exchange. The western
Ontario Hranch is under the management of I. Frith
Jeffers, F.sq., who was formerly lu'-pector tor the
Canada Life for Eastern Ontario. The business of
this branch is conlined to the territory west and
I north of Toronto, and though but established here in
1SS3, the business of this agency has grown 'o large
proportions. Mr. Jeffers is a native ol this country,
has Ill-en three years resident in London, and has ■
established both for himself and the Company he
represents a wide r.nd increasing eonfidence.

Origg HOUSOf Samuel Crigg, iiroprietor, corner
Richmond and York Streets. —There is nothing
which adds so much to the prestige of a city in the
eslini.ilion of slrargers as first-class hotel accommo-
dations. The city of London is to be congratulated
on till- possession of establishments of this kind
of a high order, and which in all their details;
can well compare with those of any other place
on this continent. Amongst the most jiopular
arul favorite houses of entertainment in the '"Forest
City" i-; that so widely known as the " Crigg
House." The location is one of the most eligible
in the city, at the corner of Kichuumd and \'ork,
in close proxiuuty to the depot, within a ^ihort
distan<e of the wholesale and retail centres, and
accessible by horse cars, which pass the house, to all
parts. This favoreil resort was erected some nine
years ago, and since its inception has bcerf under the
direction of its present |iioprietor. The building is a
three-storied one, while the interior is modelled
and finished in the most thorough and complete
manner with all the modern conveniences and
arrangements of lirst-class metropoliian hotels. The
office, located on the first lloor, is fitted up in the
most th<irougli and cimvenient style, and comprises a
telegraph de|),irtment as well as telejihone ; reading
and writing rooms adjoin, as well as a thoroughly
equipped bar, stocked with a choice supply of wines,
liquors and ales, together with a wfil appointed
billiard room, barber's shop and sample room. On
the secoml lloor are dining and breakfast rooms,
ladies' .and gentlemen's parlors, oriiinary reception
rooms and rooms eii uii/e. The third floor is devoted
to sleeping aiiartments, eighty-five in number, well
ventilated, lighted and heated by steam. The halls
and corridors are wide, spacious and convenient,
while the rooms arc all commodious, han<lsomcly
furnished and elegant in all their appointments, fix-
tures and upholstery. The " Crigg House" is in
every respect .4 first-class establishment, not excelled
by any coniemporaneous hotel in the country ; its
tuisiiu is most excellent, the table at all times being
.-.eived with choice \iandaanii delicacies, while there
is seating accommodation for one hundred guests.
Under the able and judicious management of its pre-
sent proprietor, the "Crigg House" has taken high

CITY OF LONDON

rank among the leading houses of the Dominion.
Mr. Grigg has been identified with the hotel business
for the last twenty-seven ye.irs, and by his own energy
and determination has attained hi, present prominent
position m the front rank of hotel proprietors. This i
gen;lcnian makes a most genial and obliging host, i
while his extensive acfjuaintance with the travelling
public and his personal popularity have made the
"Grigg House" peculiarly attractive and»home-lIke.

-^h* Ontario Loan and Uobonturo Oo.,

incorporaied 1870: office, iJundas Street. — Prin-
cipal among the fin.incial institutions of London,
devoted to the lending of money on real estate
securities only, is the Ontario Loan and I>ebenture
Company. In th.- conduct of an institution of this '
kind, nothing can coiitriliute more to its success and j
permanency than careful management, with which of I
course must be combined a thorough knowledge of '
hnancing and of the values of real estate. The
Ontario Loan and Debenture Company has always
been fortunate in its management, and consequentlv '
successful in its financial negotiations. These have '
continuously increased ever since its inception, until
U now ranks among our leading and most solid insti-
tutions in Canada devoted to the negotiation of
money. As a resource for simple investment, or for
borrowing money on real estate security, the Onlario
Loan and Debenture Company has established a
reputation as being emnently suitable for the objects
it has in view. .Money is advanced on mortgages, on
real estate, municipal debentures and Government
securities ; '.he amount advanced on luorlgages being
usually from Hfty to sixty per cent, of the inspector's
cash valuation. As an evidence of the increasing
prosperity of this Company, the assets at the close of
1885 wero .$3,239 (395.62, and last year ihey were
about $150,000 in excess of that amount. In 1S85
the loans on mortg.ages amounted to $658,321.90, !
while last year they aj)p'-oache(l $1,000,000. Mr.
Joseph Jeffery, the well known .Manager of the Mol-
sons Hank, is the I'resident of the Company. This
gentleman is one of the clearest -heailed linancial men :
in the country ; one bjiter posted as regards values
of real estate it would be difficult to find. He has
been connected with the Company since its incor- '
poration in 1S70. Mr. 'Alexander Johnston is the:
Vice-President. The remaining Directors are Messrs.
John McClary, William liowman, William Woodruffi
(jeorge H. Harris and Herman Waterman; these
gentlemen arc all well known, and successful men in
their various lines of business. .Mr. William V.
I5ullen, who is .Man.iger and Treasurer, has also beeii
connected with the Company since its formation.
He has the reputation of being a cr^utious business
man, prompt and decisive ; and one more efficient
.''or the position lu holds, or more zealous in the <lis-
charge of his du les, it wou'il be hard to find. Having
at first occupied the position of Inspector, it has ina<le
him thoroughly acipiaintcd with values of real estate
*in the various parts of the couniry in which the Com-
pany does business. Messrs. .Magee, JefTery and
Thomas, of London, Ontario, are the Canadian
.Solicitors.

and culture, the consequence being that the book
trade is of more than ordinary importance. There is
no better evidence of refined tasle in the house than
the presence of books, and it is a matter of congratn-
IsHon to the friends and laborers in the cause of
education that the major portion of the literature

which forms the
reading matter of
to-day is far supe-
rior in character
as compared \»ith
that of a fewyears-
ago. -Messrs.
James L. Ander-
son & Co.. the
proprietors of this
enterprise, have
been engaged in
this branch of in-
histry for the last
deven years, and
by the use of the
most eft'ective and
energetic business
methods have
succeeded in
building up a
trade connection
ofwhich they may
justly be proud,
and one which
will bear favor-
'able coinparisofi
wiib that of any
kimlred house in
iweslern Canada.
The premises oc-
cupied, at 175
Dii ndas Street,
compri.ie a spa-
cious building
three stories in
height, with a
c o in mo d i o u s
store, fully stock-
ed with a choice
variety of popular
iteraiure, which
11 eludes both
ancient and mod-
ern classical, bio-
graphical, histor-
as well as book&

«lamoS L. Aniloroon t, Co., Booksellers and
Stationers, 1-5 Dundas Stieel. — In all the wide range
of industrial pursuits there is not a uiore inieresting
occupation than that of the bookselli-r, ni.,,,, which
the education of the m.asses and the enligii'ttnment of
the citizens I, fa country in a large measure depend.
The city of London is especially a city of erudition

ical, scientific and artistic work.,, .., „cii .la uuuks

of fiction, romance, poetry and religion, which are

ofTered at most reasonable prices. This firm are al.so

agents for Staflbrd's celebrated inks, which they keep

111 every v.Triety and color. They have a large

assortment ,.| Hiblcs of all sizes and at all prices, as

well as hymn books, prayer books, and Sjiecial works

for Sunday school libraries and prizes. Their slock

of fancy goods comprises an elegant array of articles

of practical utility and adornment, suitable for wtd-

jding and birthday gifts. They carry a full line of

I stationery, plain and fancy, as well as legal and.

I commercial, also blanl. books and office sundries.

They hold the agency for Valentine & Co.s photo-

1 graphs of Old Country scenery, which to the many

; residents of (Jreat iiritr.in here must indeed prove a

v.f.i'nmv hri,-.:;. Megsr' Ainlrfsui! and Co. import

all their stationery direct, and selling on small

margins, they are enabled to (|uote prices no other

house can beat. They make a specialty of the

^.atiiittf'

ig thai the book
rtance. There is
in the house than
atter of congratu-
in the cause of
of the literature
which forms the
reading matter of
to-day is far supe-
rior in character
as compared xf ith
that of a few years-
igo. Messrs.
lames L. AiKier-
ion & Co.. the
proprietors of this
enterprise, have
)een engaged in
his branch of in-
liistry for the last
!leven years, and
)y the use of the
nost effective and
:nergeticl)usiness
nethods have
ucceeded in
)uilding up a
rade connection
ifwhich they may
ustly be proud,
nd one which
/ill be.ir fnvor-
ble comparison
/ill) that of any
indred house in
'eslern Canada,
"he jircmises oc-
iipied, at 175
)u ndas .Street,
)mpri.ie a siia-
ious building
iree stories in
eight, with a

m mo (1 i o u s
ore, fully stock-

1 with a choice
iricly ofpopular
;eraiure, which
I c 1 II d e s both
icient and mod-
n classical, bio-
aphical, hislor-
> well as books
[;ion, which are
lis firm are also
■hich lliey keep

have a large
all prices, as
1 special works
Their stock
irray of articles
itable for wed-
y a full line of
I as legal and.
)f'l"ice sundries.
t Co.'s photo -
:h to the many
indeed prove a
nd Co. impoi't
ing on smalt
rices no other
icialty of the

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

" Leader " file, the " Eclipse " Letler-copving Tress,
Anderson's Culendar I'ad, "Shnnnon"'and "(ilobe '
files. To the careful and judicious management of
Mr. .\nderson is due the present success of this enter-
prise, which in its line may justly be ranked as the
leading house of the "Forest City."

B*«0h«r Brothers, Manufacturers and Dealers
in Hot Air Furnaces, 245 liundas -Street,— Manu-
I'acturing enteri^rises of modern times have embraced
many features of practical utility, but none which
deserve higher merit or c <)nsi<lerati')n than those
which relate to the home, its pleasures and con-
veniences. Amongst these may bo mentioned the
specially to which .Messrs. Heecher Bros, are devoteil
in the manufacture of Hender.son's Home Ho' Air
Furnaces. This important establishment dales its
inception back to the year 1S6S, when it was started
by the present proprietors. .Since that lime the fame
of these furnaces has become widespread ; they are
now in use in every pan of the Dominion, from
New ikunswick to liritish Columbia, and there is a
steadily increasing demand for them. These furnaces
are constructed upon the most improved sanitary as
well as economical principles, and are adapted to
buildings of every class, and are especially adapted
for private houses. They keep the rooms at an even
temperature throughout ; they are easily managed,
there is no du t ir smoke cunuected with them,'and
they are in every way most durable- The premises
occupied by Messrs. Heeclier liros are located at
245DundasStreet, where they conduct alive business
as manufacturers and wholesale dealers in I lender
.son's Home Hot AirFurnaces, as well as the liuynton
Wood l'urnace>. iMiiployuient is here given io six
skilled bands, the building being 7o.>,i5 feet in
dimensions. Too high praise cannot be given to
these excellent pi-bducts ; they have only to be Iried
to make their merits sufficiently patent to all, and a
vast number are now in use. The Messrs. Heeclier
Bros, are natives of this country, ami the success
which has attended this enterprise is but a deserved
tribute to the zeal and energy of these gentlemen.

il« Priand, Baker and Confectioner, 117 Dundas
.Street.— The industry of the baker and confectioner
is ill all communities a most imiiortaiit one, as sup-
plying a con.inodity neces.sary for our daily subsistence.
In this line we have a prominent and ihorougbly
representative house in that of Mr. ]. Friend, whose
e.stablishmcnl, located at 117 Dundas Street, is
worthy of more than a ])assing notice. This business
was established by il^ |>reseiu enterprising proprietor
some four years ago, who has, from a comjiarativeiy
small scale, built up his present substantial and satis-
factory trade. The !)usiness is both wholesale aiul
retail ; a handsome store, centrally locate<l between
Talbot and Kichmoiul Streets, with a frontage of 20
feet on Dundas Street, serving for the retail depart-
ment. The stock carried is comiilete in every detail
and of the best quality, to which in no small measure
is due his extended trade. .Mr. Friend caters for all
kinds of suppers, wediiing l.'reakfasts and bampiets ;
and personally superintending all departments, patrons
or this house may rely on everything lieing doiu' in
first-class style. The wholesale trade is reaching
large proportions, a result due to honest dealing and
careful attention to the wants of his m.any eiistomers,
Mr. Friend is a native of the Old Country, but has
been a resident of this city for a number of years,
where he is regarded as a substantial business man,
and one who can be relied upon, in all commercial

tran.sactions, to give satisfaction to those who trade
with this house.

Wllllnm D. MoOIOghlon, Jeweller, etc., 1 79
Dundas Street. — In all the wide range of industrial
enterprise there is no industry of greater importance
than that of watches and jewellery. In this line we
have many of our leading merchants and citizens
engaged, amongst whom we have a leading and repre-
sentative establi.shmcnt in that conducted by Mr. VV.

D. .MctJli ghloii. I'^ver sinee Us foundation this
house has enjoyed a large and steady trade. The
premises occupied at 179 Dundas Street are large
and commodious, and contain a most complete and
varied stock of watches, jewellery, clocks and fancy
good; of all descriptions, al prices to suit all. As a
manufacturer, .Mr. McCl ighlon isprejjared to execute
all orders, jierfecl in liiiisii and chaste in design, and
has facilities for turning, out the best work in this
line. I )iamond setting is made !\ prominent specialty,
and a greater diversity is made here than at any
contemporaneous establishment. I''.namelling, chas-
ing and engravini^ are carrie<l on in the highest style
known to modern art. hor extent, variety and
elegance of watches, jewellery, plate, diamonds and
line goods carriul in stock, this house will compare
favorably with any similar one in western Ontario.
Fvery article necessary for a really lirstclass jewel-
lery store is here to be found. Watches are cleaned,
repaired and warranted to give every satisfaction,
and that at the most moderate cost. As a watch-
niaker, Mr. McfJIoghlon stands ])re-eminently alone
in the city, his esialilishiuent being the only one in
Canada where all the several parts of a watch are
made. The workiuanship is of the finest nature,
and Mr. .McCloghlon is pusses.scd of every facility in
the shape of the nio.st iiuproveil and modern ma-
chinery for turning out work of this nature. Mono-
grams and casts are cut in all kinds of precious
stones, and special attention is paid to repairing of
every descriptirm. .Mr. McCloghlon is a thorough
pr-nctica! wa'chin.iker of many y.-ars' oxporience.
He ilevotes his entire attention to the general business
of the house, besides exercising a superintendence
and management over the mechanical department
of the business.

CITY OF London

Uohn H. Ohapman t, Co., Importers of Dry
(.»n,ls, etc., 126 Dun.las Street. - Prominent anionu
i , ' I. J t^""''^ i'ierd,,ints of this city are Messrs, John
1. <- hapman .S; Co. This house was established in
l'/<), an excellent trade having,' since heen biiih up,
rt'hioh mnv ranUs amoni; the lirst of its kind in the
cil\. Ihepremis.-, .re commodious, heini' I so (cet
•eepa.id three slo-.es in heiijht, the hrst Hat heintr
«lev,)le.i to a sumptuous array of small wares, dress
pods, silks, sal.ns, staple ^'oods, coPars, llinnel.s,
tvv.vds, etc., and un the second Hat are tie lailorini'
millinery and m:tntle manufacturing ., pariments
where competent ,j'//,r/,., and cutters are employed'
In the mantle de-artment, which wiil conoare favor-
ably xvitn an -..^ du dty, the stork is larue, rich an.l
varied, inc u-J : , wraps, dolmans and long and short
jackets, n .ecialiy is made of dress goods and
mantles, ben g in the newest designs, and after the
most approved mode. The goods are importe.l direct
fro,,, hngland, Scotlan,' (lermany, Frano.^ and \ew
> ork in very large .piantilies, and Un.rin at close
market price. .Messrs, John 11. Chapim.,, & Co. are
ma po.sition of which they avail thei, -elves - to
orter goods at u price which oily a large uid lir,t-
class hous.- can. The stock m., ;s no wor U of com-
mendaiion, nor the manufactured goods; il;e former
being of that (piality which commands a wide and
ready marKet, and the latter being without ,inv liner
in London toe large and represenlati^, 'trade
enjoyed hy .Messrs. John IF. Chapman .t Co. ha. i>^'en
niilt up on those principles of commercial honor v, li^h
li-'-t conmand attention and then confidence, and at
the same time anticipating the wants of tie public in
regard to the (pialily of the goods, style, fini.sh, etc.

E. A.Orosaman, Artist, 322 Vork .street.— In
the progressive age in which we now live, the painter's
art has steadily kept pace with commercial advance,
w'hilc the enlightened education of the day makes us
the more appreciate works of science and art. Hence
It is ht and proper that painting, fostered as it has
been since the early ages, should, in a comprehensive
work of this nature, be duly represented. To produce
satisfactory an<l pleasing pictures rerpiires skill, re-
fined taste, appreciation of the laws o( light and
shade, a perception of correct pose, culture, and
al.so much study an.l practice, as well as an expensive
outlil ami properly arranged studio. .Ml the reoui-
.sites named above may be foun.l at the art rooms of
.Mr. I'.. A. ( rossman, at 322 York Street. This
gentleman is by nature as well as culture a true artist
and makes a specialty of crayon and p.istel portraits'
also oil, Indian ink anrl water c.oloi v^h-lt by the
supern.r character of his work, he i„,swoi> an ...viable
reputation and has secured ,-, libei.d pationag • ^r the
city and Its surroundings Air. < r,,s.«mnn h:,i beer
successfully establi.>:hed as a r,oru.ii: painter for tht
last S1.X years in Lon.ion, d rinf; ^- hich time ne ha
executed faithful and strikiug rep,es...,ta.^,ns of
several <.f our le:uling cili...,;s: Tho.e having por-
rails of dece.ase ; friends ami relalies, ..„ ' wishinr
the same transferred to cai.. -s, can have theii
wishes :;ratit,e,i by o,.nsulting .\,:. Oo.ssman, who is

vei>

«!5.-<?allinan ft Ingram, Impoi v
i'an.,-- i.»ry Goods, lud Minufactun:/
^!• > Mery, u;7 ;)ui...is :>::«ct.- -\Ve;i

•st in his hue m Canada, wMle his charges,
con.sis („• . th the high class execution of his work
are m . ,! 1 .,,,lerate and reasonaidc Mr. Cro.ssman
IS a n.iiiw of England, but <l.iiing his residen.-f ^n
this country he 'is gain, d for himself and his
prodlIctlon^ ,in en,:able reputation.

s of Staple and
of Mantles and
lirected energy

ways tell in business, a

^ .'.fessrs. SmaH, .an Ovi

erj •nn.,perou.^ i>i incss

h:.- a';io!<> time Ih.Ti has

..vcM ;,, r.ipid strides,

er.'.v'nient of ;)erhaps the

!t might i.aturally be

coi'trili.ue.; n.ort to sm great a suc-

coii:i,.,;u.d with their business;nnd

idu- ling it, have each and all con

■J

and honor.ibic
indeed in everythir.<* ,-i",
Ingr.nn have conductt:.; ,
since 1877, and during
elapsed their trade has r,
unti! to-day they ai.- in the
finest retail tr.ade in the ci
asked, what lias
cess? Every t;:inj
their manner of c^

trilnited to the result. Th.-y import <lirect>rom7he
Hritish and foreign markc s, and being thoroughly
familiar wnh -hese aftei n long experience and in
cose relation, with the manul..clurers, and buying
always for ca.sh. they are enabled to offer to their
cu,^tomers s-pecial advantages both as to the (luality
and price of goods, as the stock they keep is .always
o( the hrsl quality, which they sell at close i.rices and
for cash, the advantage of which every cus-omer
m.derstands. 1 he-e are the salient features of this
ho,:.se, and thus the almo.-t unparalleled success of
Mes Ts. Sniallman cV Ingram can be easily under-
stood They cater 10 a medium and line trade, and
are always abreast of the limes. They make a speci-
alty of dress goods, and there is none liner anywhere
In the manufacture of mantles and millinery their
reputation IS .assured, their \ewmarket coats and
short Enghsh walking jackets being without a
superior. Their store, which is 14c feet deep
extending from Dundas Street to Market Scuiare, w.is
lounci too small for the re.iuirements of the im.lp .n,l
they «eie obliged to open a store adjoining, facing on
Market Square. They employ some forty hands a
number they will be obliged shortly to increase

London Bwinw?, Colleg-o, _'^^ a.id 280
urn as street, A. ;. C, l.uan, pri„.ipal. ^-Amongst
the <,ld estabhshec; an,: popular .....cational insti-
tutions that of the Lond.m (nisine.s College is entitled
I" ]irimary mention. Thisesi.iblishment was founded
>y Mr, J. \\. Jones in i860, and is thus in its
wentysevenlh year, l^or the last two years it has
hcen under the care of «>?,-. A. J. Cadman, a gentle-
man in every sense ,;i:ditied for the impcrtant
position he holds, haviu;; spent some 20 yea.s in
preparing young men an<i ; ,Hing women for teachers
many of whom are now ..•, the various professions,
and under whose able i! uinistration the college
has gained in popularity r,d repute, till at the
as quarter term, the large number of 103 pupils
had been in regular atlend.mce. The object of
this institution IS to fit .,mng men with a thorough
practical education for active business li^e. Its
patrons since its inception have been amongst the
most successful accountants, book-keepers and busi-
; jiess men in the country ; while the privileges and
benetils ohered are superior to all others The
, course of study, which is eminently thorough and
practical, embraces penmanship, arithmetic? rapid
business calculations, commercial correspondence
book-keeping, in all its forms and applications by the
most approved methods, practical banking, lessons
on commercial law, business customs, telegraphy
plionography, type writing, and a.-l. Mr. Cadmar;
IS himself an accomplished scholar, and has a power-
ful staff of assistants. The usual time reouire<l to
graduate is six months, and diplomas are awarded to
those who successfully [.ass the prescribed exami-
!:.-.!!or.s m c.-.;v.r,iefe,a! subjcct.s. An important branch
m connection with this establishment is it.s depart-
ment for ladies, and several lady students from this
college have secured satisfactory and lucratiye

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

12 Noik Street. —In
>w live, thepaimer's
>mniercial advance,
)f llie (lay nukes us
ice and art. Hence
:, fostered as it has
ill a comprehensive
ented. To produce

r('(|iures skill, re-
laws of light and
pose, culture, and
I'ell as an expensive
io. All the re(|ui-
at the art rooms of
I'ork Street. This
ulliire a true artist,
nd pastel portraits,
ioi. v,h;;t, !)y the
MS won an ;i. viable
1 imtionat ' ihe

r ■s.'innn hns been
■i; painter for the
- hith time ne ha
reiiiesi'!itai')n.s ct
riioja hav'i-g por
tivcs, an 1 wishinf,

can have their
C'rossman, who is
w!.ile his charges,
ition of his work.
Mr. Crcssman
t; his repi(ien.,-(/ .n

liimseli and his

•i -■^z'"' a-td 280
i<;ipal. — Amongst
t.' ideational insti-
College is entitled
inent was founded
d is thus in its
: two ycurs it has
adman, a gentle-
' the important
jme 20 yeaiS in
men for teachers
ious professions,
lion the college
>iite, till at the
'r of 103 pujjils

The object of
with a thorough
iiness life. Its
■en amongst the
'tpers and busi-
-• privileges and
II others. The
' thorough and
'ithmetic, rapid
correspondence,
plications by the
anking, lessons
ins, telegraphy,

Mr. Cadman
nd has a power-
me required to
are awarded to
ascribed exami-
iportani i)ranch

is its depart-
lents from this
and lucrative

a)ppointnicnts. The terms, considering the great
advantages oftered, are most moderate, while the
fare of students from a distance, entering on a six
months' course, is paid both ways up to the distance
of 130 miles. Mr. Cadman is a thoroughly practical,
energetic man, and no belter principal could lie found,
110! only to impart of his own \ast stock of useful
infnrmaiion but also to stimulate and call out the
latent energies of youth, lie ii a native of Lennox
County, in the Day of <^)uinle District, and has
risided in London since the purchasing of this eslab-
lishiuenl.

London Maohin* Tool Co., Messrs. Vates

.V (libson, jiroprielors, NOrk Street.— The m.nnu-
facture of machinery has long been one of the chi(?f
industries of the " l''orest City," while the tendency
of the age is to supersede human labor by mechanical
power. This tendency is suggested by a visit
to the machinery ilepot of Messrs. \'ates \- (Jibson,
and an examination of the large and varied stock of
machinery on hand the accumulaiion of inventions
anit improvements of years. This business was
established in 1882, the premises being located on
York Street, between Talbot and Ridoul, and com-

prising a brick building two stories high, 40x120 feel
in sire, which serves the purpose ot oflices, store-
rooms and foundry. The machine shop, which is
4ilso a brick structure two stories in lieight, is
30x120 feet in dimensions. This Contpany manu-
facture all de.scrii)tions of iron-working tools for
machinists, boiler makers and blacksmiths. The
planets, shapers, drills, lalhes, milling machines and
gear cutters, use<l in this establishment, were mostly
made on the premises. The lathes manufactured by
this house are all made with inverted V"s. which are
much superior to the llat-sheared lathes, as they will
last longer, work easier, and do not otter a receptacle
for cuttings and filings. They are simple in design,
heavy and convenient, and strongly back-geared. A
shafting attachment 1 an be used on these lathes ;
when they are especially intended for shaft turning. ;
The planers are made Iroin new patterns of heavy
<leslgn. Riving the parts subjected to strains an :
unusual size. The beds ha\e great depth and suf-
ficient length to prevent the tables from tipping, 1

when heavily loaded on oierhanging ends, In .ad-
dili<m to iron-working tools, the Company manufac-
ture a full line of tools for brass workers, consisting
of I'ox Monitor lathes, valve nulling machines globe
valve chucks and planela'.lics, withset-overtail slocks.
.\ full stock of these tools is kept constantly on hand,
while Ihe reputation of the linn for the superiority of
its manulactured goods is a widely extended one, the
tools in every respect comparing most favorably with
those tnade by any of the leading American houses.
Messrs. Nates iV (iibson have been awarded medals
and diplomas wherever they have exhibited, ami the
establishment of such an enterprise in the city's
midst, giving employment to some fifty hands, cannot
1. 11: materially .add to the progress of the manufacturing
industries of the country. Mr. 1,. A. .Morrison is ihe
general agent of the ('ompany, and is asociated with
Mr. A. K. Williams of the Soho Machine Works,
Toronto, where a full stock of tools is at all times
kept on hand.

John Wright, S'.ock liroker, etc., Feder.al r>ank
Hui'.ding. — The linaiicial world of London has no •
belter or more influential a representative than Mr.
John Wright, well and favoral)ly known on 'Change
and on the street. .Mr. Wright cleals largely in
savings and loan, bank and other stocks by purchase
or sale upon commissitm. Loans on real estate,
mortgages, debentures, etc., are al,-o negotiatc<l by
hin:i. II is references are of a high oriler, and in-
clude the names of such prominent people as W.
R. Meiedith,M.I'. r., SherilKIlass, \'en. .\rchileacon
.Marsh, lienj. Cronyn, Thos. McCormick, Chas.
.Murray and John Healtie. Tlie business was estab-
lished by .Mr. Wright in 1S72, and since its ince))-
tiim its growth has been very successful. Mr.
Wright has been a resident of the city many years,
an<l is a man of sterling worth and integrity, an<l
respec ted in all circles.

A> Colo, Wood Turner and Sawyer, etc., 290 and
292 N'ork Street. — A useful and very comprehensive
industry is that conducted by Mr. A. t.'ole. This old
established house dates its inception back to 15 years
.ago, when it was founded by .Mr. 1'. V.. Coodacre,
and seven years later passed into the hands of the
present proprietor, under wdiose able management it
has adiieved a large share of success, llis premises
are located at 200 and 292 York Street, and com-
prise a work-shop, 32x40 feet in dimensions, fitted
with the most ap|irovid modern machinery for the
effectual performance of his various branches of in-
dustry. Here he transacts a considerable trade,
which gives employment to live competent artisans
all the year round. Mr. Cole makes a leading speci
ally of re-turning billiard and bagatelle balls; and
also manufactures extensively newel posts, balusters,
hand rails, twist moulding, and every other descrip-
tion of wood turning ; l)and and scroll sawing of
every kind. A large variety of these and similar
products are always kept constantly on hand, while
the facilities of the establishment make it possible to
manufacture any description of turned work to order
at short notice, and at the smallest cost. Mr. Cole
has thoroughly studied his art in its every depart-
ment, both in the Old Country as well as here. He
also deals extensively in hardwood lumber, a full
supply of which is always in stock, Mr, Cole is -n
native of Devonshire, England, and now ranks as
the foremost man in his line in this city, while he
conducts his establishment on purely business prin-
ciples.

CITY OF LONDON

Mm JR. Sohram, Dcjiuinion Detective, 58 Dundas
Street.— In the long ar.-.iy of legal functionaries which
are necessary in the interests of justice, the office of
<letective must he re(;ai(le(l as a primary and import-
ant one, and is one which to he conducted successfully
requires n\ore than ordinary perspicuity and great
natural ahility. Kew histories are more teeming with
interest and thrilling ailventure than that of the
detective ; by his aid and skill, and oftentimes
working on the most slender t)f threads, the avenging
hand ol justice has lieen able to bring the perpetrators
of many a foul and black murder to reap that fate
they have so rightly deserved. In this line we have
in London a thoroughly representative and intelligent
detective officer in .Mr. H. K. Schram, who under-
takes all business entrusted to him in this line, either
in the criminal or as a private detective. In this
latter depaitment .Mr. .Schram has a staff of thor-
oughly reliable and experienced assistants, and all
matters of whatever kinds are promptly attended to
with secrecy and dispatch. .Mr. Schram has agents
and representatives in all parts, and has earned
for him.seK the reputation of a careful, shrewd and
painstaking officer, who allows no clue for the work-
ing up of a case to escape him. This oliice was
established in 1861 by the present proprietor. Mr.
Schram is a native of Canada, and is well and
favorably known in the " I'orcst City."

ilones (r Walli Auction and Commission Mer-
chants, 242 Dundas Street. — Amongst the represer.-
tative classes that go lo make up our commercial
fabric, that of the auctioneer and commission mer-
chant forms no unimportant part. In this line of
business we have a thoroughly rejiresentative firm in
that of -Messrs. Jones A' Wall, the well known
auction and commission merchants. These gentle-
men in iScSj purchased the interests of .Messrs.
.Manville iV Co. , and have since then done a large
business and established a wiile connection. They
are both thoroughly efficient aucticmeers, po]iular in
their profession, and may be thoroughly relied upon
to obtain the bent figure procurable for properly or
goods entrusted to them for public sale. They have
conducted some important sales within the last year
or two, and some heavy transfers of real estate at
auction have been managed by them ; thus as
auctioneers and commission merchants they have,
by thorough careful management, coupled with
upright and honorable dealing, been enabled to
build up a first-class line of customers and a trade
connection which is L'.radually extending. Messrs.
Jones A' Wall also act as real estate agents, valuators,
etc., an<l in this line they have had ripe and varied
experience, and in land, farming stock, implements
and other goods, their valuations may unhesitatingly
be received as very near the mark. They are pre-
pared to undertake business of this nature, either in
city or country, in any section. Mr. Jones, the
senior member of this firm, is a native of Scotland,
and has resided here for 25 years. Mr. Wall was
burn in England, and has l)een in this country for 15
years. They ire both gentlemen of thorough busi-
ness habits, and have both had a large and varied
commercial experience.

Jamas Slatar, .Maltster, Produce and Grain
Dealer. 22K Vork Street. — London as the centre of
a large agricultural district, w ith unsurpassed railway
facilities, forms a leading emporium for trade in
grain. The immense (piantities shipped to this city,
which find ? ready sale in both eastern and western

markets, constitute an important element in consid-
ering the industrial and commercial resources of the
growing city of London. For making ale and beer,
good malt is a necessity, ami to provide this mall
and of lirst-class quality is the aim of Mr. James
.Slater. This gentleman co mmenced business 27
years ago as a grain dealer, and subseipiently as a
maltster and produce dealer, though he now chiefly
confines his attention to produce and grain. In the
maltstering business he makes a specialty of manu-
facturing Canadian malt, which is of fine <iuality.
Mr. .Slater deals extensively in grain, buying in large
(|uantities for cash, the samples being the best
obtainable on the market. In addition to extra
storage room, he has often as much as 100,000
iiushels storeil at his establishment at 225 York
Street, liarley, peas and oats of an especially fine
(juality are here to be found. In produce, Mr. Slater
handles large (piantities of Canadian cheese, a com-
modity which is now finding wide favor, not only at
home but also in European countries. The facilities
enjoyed by this house are unsurpassed, and its success
and standing have been long assured. In addition
to his grain business, he now carries on a genera)
warehousing business (or all kinds of merchandise,
for which he has ample room. His warehouses an-
on the C. r. K. tracks. .Mr. Slater is a native of
England, but has been a resident of this country for
32 years, during which time he has been prominently
identified with the business interests of the "Forest

City."

Jamas A. Kannady ti Oe.« Wholesale Drug-
gists and Manufacturers' .-Xgenls, etc., J42 Richmond
Street. — This house was foundeii in 1S81, and within
the few years that have since elapsed, a trade has
been built up second to no other drug house in the
city. Messrs. Kennedy i.\: Co., carry an immense
stock of drugs of all kinds, importing extensively
from England, France, (iermany, and the United
.States. The stock includes a complete line of patent
medicines, English, French, (Jerman and American
perfumes, tooth and hair brushes, English and
.American combs, and a full line of horn, dressing
and fine combs, imported direct from Aberdeen,
Scotland ; full lines ol Canadian, ICnglish, Cerman,
and American soaps, oils, chemicals, dye stuffs, and
druggists' supplies of every de.-.cription. A specialty
is made ol Warwick's perfumes, and Mousson's
lierfumes, made in Frankfort, (iermany. Messrs.
Kennedy A Co. are direct importers of the Scottish
Wilcanite Company, of Edinburgh, whose far-famed
India rubber combs theykae]) a very large stock of.
They arc also sole agents for Kennedy's Herbrl
Discovery, Kennedy's Herbal I'ills, Kennedy's Com
pound ISalsam, Kennedy's Eyewater, Kennedy's
Worm I'owders, Kennedy's Worm Candy, and
several other preparations of this house, all welt
known an<l highly rejiuted in the market, The
entire stock is of excellent quality. This firm employ
a large number of hands and re represented on the
road by three travellers. The warehouse, which has
a depth of lOO feet and is four stories high, is devoted
exclusively to the storage of stock. Mr. James A.
Kennedy, the senior member of the firm, is a gentleman
of wi<le experience in the business, having been twenty
years connected with it ; and prior to commencing on
his own account, he travelled for Mr. H. A. Mitchell,
who at one time carried on tl'.e largest drug bu.sine-ss
in western Ontario. Mr. Kennedy, who is a native
of London, is energetic and enterprising. He is a
thorough man ot business, and enjoys a first-class
reputation for honors ble dealings.

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

Th* London Loan Oompony, of Canada,
Albion lilocU, 433 Kichmnnil Street.- lew loan
companies in Canaila liave enjoyed the same ratio of
increase in Imsiness as the I.cinilon Loan Co'npany.
Incorporated in 1S77, tlie permanent stock has
increased from $129,400 in that year to $548,550 in
18S5 ; in loans, from $199,952 to $1,119,248; in
deposits, from $39,3^' 'o $442,965 ; and in reserve,
from $15,129.65 to $50,000. These tiyviresspeak for
themselves. During the year 1885 nearly a million
of dollars passed tliroiijjh the hands of the Company
in excess of the amount durini; the preceding year,
while the increase in savings bank deposits was
, nearly $200,000. The available capital has always
been judiciously invested, and the cash value of
mortgages is now $1,119,248.74, being an increase of
$260,000 over that of 1884. Up to the close of the
year 1885, the total assets of the Conijiany were
$1,157,424.96. Notwithstanding the volume of
liusiness enjoyed by this Company, losses are all but
unknown. Loans are efTecled <in mortgages, mimi-
cipal debentures and CovernnienI bomls, liut the
care exercised by this Comi)any in the ixamination
of the nature and extent of security olTered for loans
on mortgages, is so thorough tliat a loss through
negligence or want of pro|ier examination and care
amounts to an impo.ssibility. The f .:<ls are judi-
ciously invested, and it may lie mentioned that none of
them are in Manitoba or the North- West. .Satisfaction
having been given on an application, there is no
financial institution more prompt in its negotiations,
elTicling the same at moderate rates, and treating
the borrower willi every consideration. Thus confi-
dence and business have lieen secured, lioth on
account of tlie financial stal>ility of the Company, and
its fair dealings with applicants for loans. The
Directors are Messrs. Tiujinas Kent, President ;
James Owrey, \'ice-I'resident ; Thomas McCormick,
Ceorge D .Sutherland, |. A. Nelles, M D.. K. \V.
I'uililicombe and Andrew Wcldon. The .Scdicitors
are .Messrs. (Jibbons, McNab, Mulkern and Harper,
and the Bankers, the Merchants Hank of Canada.
The Mannger is .Mr. Malcolm I. Kent, a gentleman
of energy, experience and general financial aliility,
and the directors of this prominent institution may
well be congratulated upon the success of the Com-
pany.

lead pipes and boilers. Mr. tireenaway is energetic,
a thorough man of business, i>ractical and experi-
enced in his trade. He is well known in London
and held in high esteem.

(lames Oroonaway, Steam and Hot Water
Healing, Engineer, I'himber, etc., 244 Dundas
Street. -Modern invention has created lor the
plumber new rields of laUir. At one time plumbing
pure and simple and bell-banging comprehended
pretty nearly all the plundier imdertook to do. To
co]ie with the progress of the times, he must now
devote himself to a ninnber of diverse In-anches,
namely steam heating, hot water healing and venti-
lating, and such like, which come more within the
province of the engineer than the plumber. This
liusiness, therefore, re(|uires much skill. Mr. Green-
away, who has had 23 years' practical experience, and
who was the first to introduce hot water healing inlo
London, certainly meets ihe demands imposed upon
him, as his tra<le, which is already a large one, is
constantly increasing. .Mr. (jreenaway is largely
emidoyed in fitting up steam and hot water heating
apparatus, gas-fitting and bell-hanging, making a
specially of steam and hot water heating apparatus,
in wtiich he is claimed to he the oldest and mast
experienced in, the city. Hi keeps constantly on
hand a complete stock of plumbers' goods, including
gas lixlures, chandeliers, globes, all kinds of iron and 1

0> MoOallum, Wholesale and Retail Druggist,
125 Dundas Street, and Market Sipiare.— Mr. Mc-
Calluni, who conducts a leading <Irug trade in the
city and the largest retail store in the Dominion,
began business 22 years ago in St. Mary's, carrying
on a retail trade only. Thirteen years ago he removed
to London, when he became a wholesale and retail
druggist, etc. Mr. McCallum imports in very large
(|uantities Uritish and foreign goods direct from the
m.anufactun is, carrying a well selctcd tmk, whicli

enibr.-ices full and complete lines of drugs, patent
medicines, chemicals and druggists' sundrl'.s. A
s|iecially is made of refined coal oil, lamp chiimieys,
wicks and burners. Mr. .McCallum al>o carries a
large and excelleiii stock of wines and licpiors, beinr
the popular brands, which he imports ; he handle-
native wiiKs as well. In these goods the trade i^
exclusively whol'isale. The whole slock in trade is
of excellent (pialiiy and complete in every ilepart-
ment, and buyers will Knd it to their advantage to
see Mr. .McCallum's stock. The trade, which is a
large one and continues growing, extends throughout
western Ontario j and on tlie road this house is
rejircsented by three travellers. The warehouse,
which extends from Dundas .Street to .Market .Si|uare,
is 140 feel deej) and five stories high, the \\hole being
ilevotcd to stock. This is exclusive of cellar room
elsewhere in the ('iiy. In the store are employed
hfteen hands, where on shelves aliout 140 feet long
are arranged innumerable drug bottles, enough to
bewilder even the initiated ; there is no ' . su.-h
display anywhere in Ihe Dominion. Mr. ..i, • alliini
is widely known to the trade, and is dchLtiediy
popular, bearing an honoralde reputation.

CITY OF LONDON

coe ;

contribi

imisMie mimberid the r.otuli.ii and I'cirolea Ilarrel fl..,Hn „, .■ , --."...,, la, i,„(i

j The hij-h sian-htiK which ihis ( ompany enjoys in all
I commercial on,„munities is Ih natural result of i
I b"s;ness career characterized l.y ihe strictest devotion
to the highest principles of uicrcaiilile intcRrity.

' S,*?r*!'*?^* * '?••'••' ^'S" Manufacliuers,
«,i. r"i "' ■^"■'■'■■'V >""8 "'^ ■ ""Tprisini; business
establishments of this city, wh,,.- operations are
! wo, ihy of record in a work devoied to'tho commer-
jCialand nianufacturint; inter.sts of tliis portion of
I Western Ontnrio, is that of Messrs. Ila'clurove .\
, Jones, manufacturers of fine cigars. Their manufac
; tory IS locaird un an upper flat at 8.5 Dundas Street,
where they yive einpl„yment to nine experience<l
workiun The cigars manufactured by this firm ar.
, Itom carifu My selected leaf, and many of iheir brands
are received with the utmost approval by the best
judges of tobacco in the city and surroundinc
co.mry. 1 he most popular ami in i;eneral r.uiest
arc the re ebrate.; "Puck" cigar, and the "Tom
uick nil Itarr) . In conse(|uence of the excellent
and stamLard quality of the cigars here pr. pared for
rnaiket thislirni have an established trade, chiefly
■ "h the norttiern and western portions of Ontario
. .a iHen hnd the (1< mand for some of their special
brands to exceed li.eir ability lo supply them ; yet
ihey aim at .all times to keep a full stock of the best
gr.ides constantly on hand. 'Jhough a comparative'.-
young hrm having been started four years ago In
Messrs. a~elgrove .V Jones, the last name.l of
whonri sold out his interest two years ago to Mr
lase grove, yet it enjoys a wulo popularity. Mr'
Uaselgrove is a native of Canada, and is much
esteemed in social and business circles.

rntert 'T"" °^ ^^'' ^''^ ''^"'' "•■'•^"<'"« «"<1

m-,n ,? . ' ? , """? '*'en'l"^nnce than that of the
e e den?; °' ^"'f' an.l kegs, which are used in
e%ery department of idustrial pursuit. In -'i
r»nir""' r" 1"'' ''•-■""lea Barrel Works li.'s ...mary
rank ir the Dominion, both from the magnhu.le of
thei enterprise and the superior quality of their pro-
aucLs. 1 he factories, offices .and warehouses of thi.
Company are h.cate.l on Simcoe Street, near Rectory,
a .over three acres of ground, giving employmen
o soMe sixty hands, a number which in periods of
.pen H activity has often to be materially increased

Td, ? ,h ''■''""•,^''^'"3 H'^^ohinery necessary to
al^jiTh T""- '''"^ manufacture,!, these appli-

ances having beer, importe.l from the United S'ates.

LZ '''"£'""' '''■^'"''' ^''"'' "" "" i'l'Proved and api.l
systu , have a capacity of 20,000 slaves and head-
"Jgs atatime, while the steam boxes hold 12,000
Wr>i r'*'''"'^ V"''='-'=ikes orders f,,,- beer kegs or

quamity of «,,rk rer,uired within a short „m, nn,'^
up n the most .easonable terms, while tl, Compiuy
a lener^M" ^'-lis staves, timl.erand bolts, and make.
c<^.per ^e Th rr^ -'-cription of tight and sl.ack
f^h K^ 1 ^''^ .'''''■^ '^ capacity of ab,.ul 2,000
tight barrels a ■ ..k, and about 3.000 ordinary bar-

arp'es T'"? "\'S '^^■">"'''"S i" the line fro:n the
largest hogshead do»;. to the smallest keg, as well a.

barrds' V "'"'''f' "'''' "'""• ■''I'l''''- ^"'^ ""'" oil
Darrels. \ new feature recently undertaken by this

Company is the manufacture of syrup barrels, in
which they are now doinj^ a substantial tri; le. The
interior arrangements of this importa.u entei nriseare
a systematically arrange.l. an,l the works conducted
on effective and economical prin.-iples, the exh," ,
steam from the steam I . bein^: u- '.z;! to hea '•
water in the tank bel, ■■ goes .nto the b. .
thereby saving an expen<lK..,e of fuel. A large ware-
house provides for the storage of manufacturrd goods
flnd IS connected by a siding with the Grand Trunk
as many as ten carloads beir .;.; ped in a day. T'
trade of the Com|M,,y is wiMely extended in all n.- ,
u. :nc IJommioii, whiie their products cannot be sur-
passed in any country. The gentlemen at the head
of this concern are Messrs. Henry Taylor, John

^i 'u *'.''"••'' Harristers, 404 Talbot Street,
— Itiough this comprehensue work is intended more
especially to r, present the commercial industries i,f
our city and country, still, as the mercantile fabric i-
so dependent on the regal constitution, it has ben
deemed fit and proper that the profession of the la«
should be duly represented. Cana,!a has every reaso-
to be proud both of her !.,•, . .;rts and tlie member,
of the bar who support them. Amongst the leadin.^
firms of barristers in this city is the well-known one
■1 \Jessrs, I' raser .V Fiascr, composed of Mr. I. II
.a.ser,().C.,and.M,.;:.D. Kraser. M, lames H.'
'ser,(^).L., the senior member of this nri . studied
I., v with Ju<li:e Klliott, and w.as also in the office of
the late firm f Patterson, Harris & I'atterson, „f
I oronto, an ,.. called to the bar in 1807. He then
entered intopa. n-rshipwith Judge) then Mr. William)
tilliott, and remained with him till his elevation to
the beiHU in 1869, an,l ,hen con<lucted his practice
a one tid 1S73, when the present firm was constituted
!\lr. hras-i was appointed a (Queen's Counsellor in
ISS5. 1 i • sat as member for the city in the House
ofComu, .sin 1874, in the Conservai e interest,
but retired after one term. Mr. Mas M Davi.l

wI.^Tir'^fi""^"'' ""'"'''" "f"'^ '^™' •'''"''iecl la«
\vitfi Llhott A- Fia.ser and afterwards with Mowal
Maclainanj Jowney, of Toronto, and was called to

""■". •." ■; '^'. 'S/3. wncn nc enleicd as a

pann< r 3n the pre.sent fr . . Mr. Pr,,,, ,, ^ f^^^„^
in the Law F.-culty oi ihe Wesfrn Uni- ersity • he :
conservative in politicsan' a native. ' his country

HEPKK8ENTAT1VE BLSINESS MEN

ei»

n. Mr. Taylor is well
II Ihc " Korest City,"
Mrvsrs. Koorcstal and
. and have a Ihoroiigli
urils of their Imsincss.
•ompnny enjoys in «ll
i> nnlural result of :i
y 'he strictest dc votion
rcaiilile intcf^rity.

Cigar Mamifactiutrs,
: inii'rprisini; l)usines>.
vhc),f operations arc
'oled to the commer
Is of this portion of
Messrs. Il.iselgrove ,\
ars. riieir manufiu
at 8j I)un<las .Street,
to nine experieneeii
tiirc<l hy this firm an
many of iheir hrands
ippruval l)y the l)c,i
ly an<l surronn linj;
d in general ri juesl
;ar, and the "Tom,
;ncc of the excellent
rs here prtpare<l for
iliihed traile, chiefly
n portions of Ontario,
>nie i)( their special
'I supply thern ; yet
ull stock of the best
>iigh a comparatively
1 four years ago by
the last named o'l
1) years ago to Mr.
'■ |)opiilarity. Mr.
n.ida, and is much
:ircles.

i, 404 Talbot Street,
irk is intended more
Kicial industries of

mercantile fabric i-
liilion, it has hen
Hofession of the la«
ida has every reascn
Is and llie members
imongst the leading'
he v\'ell-kr)'iwn one
losed of Mr. J. H.
ser. \I) lames 11.
af till, iir. , studied
il-so in the utHce ol
is & ratterson, of

in 1S07. He then
■ii.heii Mr. William)

till his elevation to
luctcd his practice
rm was constituted,
en's Counsellor in
city in the House
iservai .■ interest,
■■ Max oil Daviil

firm, studied law
ards with Mowal,
, and was called to
' nc oiUcicit as H
r^sci IS a professor

University ; he i
ivenf ihis country.

Dri il«m«« M. Stavcnsen, Central Urug

Store, 400 Kichnumd Street It is to the skill and
science of the druggist that suffering humanity looks
for alleviation of pain. The physician may success-
fully <liagnose, but it is the chemist who | rcpares the
remedy. When, therefore, as in the case nl the gentle-
man whose name forms the subject of this sketch, the
two professions, namely that of tin physician as will
as that of the druggist, an- combined, how doui
important becomes the establishment conducted 1
Ilr. J. M. Stevenson. This gentleman is a licentia
of the Royal College of Surgeons, l.ilinburgh, and
^railuate of Mctiill University, and for thirt\ veat
has had experience as a regular medical practiu.iiier,
while for the last three years IJr. Stevenson has com-
bined with his professional duties that of drugs. l)r.
Stevenson in his dual | mfessions has gained a most
enviable leputation, and his list of patients is always
on the increase. He gives free consultations to all,
his surgery being in the rear of the store, while he
may also be consulted by letter, with stamp enclosed ;
medicines are provided at reasonable rates. The
general ilrug store is located at 400 Kichmonil .-itreet,
and comprises an elegantly htted up and perfectly
apiwinted st're, fully stocked wilh all kinds of drugs
and medicine-., toilet arlieles, perfumery and every
description of ilruggists' sundries usually kept in a
lirst-class store. Strict nltcntion is paid to the com-
pounding of physicians' or family prescriptions, all
' rders licing exciuted with great care and immediate
dispatch. In the whole list o( professions there are
no .two usually kept distinct that admit o( more
satisfactory blending than that oi ihc physician and
druggist, hence an appreciative public should reeeg-
iii/.e the benefit of the ainalgamalion, and favor the
estalilishment of Dr. Stevenson in its dual capacity
with the support and fiatronage i: > riclily, on its
own intrinsic merits, deserves. I)r. .Steve on is a
gentleman of wide and extended views, live of

the county of Middlesex, and for forty-eigiji years a
resident of the city, and highly esteemed in all circles.

wholesale, under ' lirm name ofCallai A'arrtn
Hi I'o. I-'riiit flavi ^s of every kind and 1 ription
are here niaimfacliied as well as a full >upply of
confectioners' and grocers' essential oils, vanilla, etc.
Mr. Callard is a native of Kngl in I, but has been a
long time resident of London, while his efficiency in
his profession is the result of long experience anil
practice.

OI*ghOrn Ci Co^i Kruit ami Commission Mer-
uiiis, 1 8i Dundas Street. /\niong the natural and
iuoductive resources of Canada fruit plays no iinim-
piirtant part, and in this line a laige trade is cairied
oil, while the importation of foreign fniit^ forms a
connecting branch. Messrs. Cleghurn it Co., who
are actively engaged in the fruit business, established
Iheir business in 1S85 as wholesale fruit and com-
mission merchants. Their premises are located
at i8j Dundas Street, and compri.se a large store,
aox'^K) feet in dimensions, where is carried a full stock
of ireign and domestic fruits of all descriptions ;
they also deal in fish, anil in both l.nes their house is
regarded as a leading and thoroughly representative
one. Their trade in the "vholesale line is a In ,e one,
and they ship to all parts of Western Ontai 1. .\ii
commission merchants they handle large quaiuities of
fruit, buying ami selling, receiving and distnbulirg
from and in all directions. Nothing is neglected,
and lliii-e forming trade relations with thi^ house are
induce'; to continue cm account of their promptness
and aei irate business policy. The membership of
this firm is composed of Mr. Kobert Chghorri and
.Mr. I'rank Boyden, who are both \oung merchants
of zeal ind energy. .Mr. Cleghorn is a native of
Toronto, where members of his family conduct a
very large business in a similar line. I'rior to entering
on comnierical life he was in the .ervice of the ( iranil
Trunk Railway.

«l. Oallardi Druggist, etc., 390 Richmond Street. —
The |irofession of the druggist is one which operates
efiettively, in lime of need, in arresting and allevi-
ating the most acute nains .uul ailments to which the
human body is heir, and therefore deserves the most
thankful and appreciative consideration on the part
of the public. Amongst the old established and
representative drug stores of the city is that now
conducte. by Mr. J. Callard. This gentleman has
for some )i:,.rs been engaged in the pharmaceutical
I 'fession, and now occupiesa fine and well appointed
at 390 Richmonil Street, opposite the City
Th' estalilishment, which is Ideated in the
■ommircial section of the city, with
rably ulipted for its trade, dates its
to some twenty years, having been
. W. 11. Robinson, passing into the
prietor four years ago, under
the business of the house has

Heart of 1

premises

iiueptioi

founded b

hands of the piese

whose able managemt.

^tetially increased. The store, which is a hand-
somely appointed one, is fully stocked wi'.h a choice
selection of drugs, chemicals, and the most popular
of patent medicines, as well as toiler articles and the
necessary appurtenances of a really class estab-

lishment. Special attention is paid to the prescription
department ; physician's and family jirescriptions
being compounded with care, accuracy ■ ! dispatch.
In connection with this establishmeii r. Call.ard
al.so carries on the Flavorinc' Extn business,

Oi P. Knight, Surgeon Dentist, 192 I~)iindas
.Street.- Among the leading dentists of London who
have availed themselves of all the modern iinjjrove.
ments in this branch is the oflice of Mr. C. K.
Knight. This gentleman has now been established
in business for the last six months, his premises
being located at Iij2 Dundas Street, comprising
operating rooms and reception parlors, with every
accessory needful to the eomfuit and convenience of
patrons. In extracting teeth aniesthctics are admin
islered if desired, and painless oiierations are guar-
anteed. Mr. Knight makes every description of
artillcial teeth, set in gold, silver and platinum.
This gentleman has a i hemical lal oratory in connec-
tion with his business, a laboratory which is com-
|dete in all it^ departments. Mr. Knight, who is
thoroughly esperienceii in all the inlricaeii . of his
profession, is iiedalli>t ami ^;i,iduate of the Royal
College Dental surgeons of Ontario, and le has the
sole right to use in London llurd's ralti,; Vitalized
Air Apparatus, which the highest medical and
chemical authorities pronounce to be the safest and
best anicsthetic yet discovered, no disagreeable sen-
sations accompanying its use, as v. ith ether or chloro-
form, and no sickness or injurious •■ suits lollow. A
specialty is made of artificial sets (teeth of finest
make, and costing Init $8.00. .Mr. Knight is a
native of liryant's ' Suite of Maine, and for

some years conducte , promi; " dental eslabli.sh-
ment at New S'ork ; he hn t)een established

here for the last six monti>>. 1 1 mg which time he
has gained for himself, as s. skilled operative dentist,
a wide and steadily increasing reputation.

CITY OP LONDON

Smith ■rothsra, I'Uimlicm nii' (Jas Kilters,
389 Clarence Slrcti. The traile of the I'hmil^t md
pas litter is mie i>f |)iini;\ry inipoitaiicenmi ^ignilll•ance
in every home, and loo much stress cannot lie laid
upon 'he necessity of procuring; the liest of workman-
ship , connection lhere>villi. Amonj; the leading
house-, in London en^;a(;ed exlen^i/ely in lliis inipor-
lant pursuit may he luenlioned that ol the Messrs.
Smith Druthers, which was originally eslahlished

some two years a|;o ai jhy Clarence Street, where the
l)usiness has been since conducted, showing diirint;
that period a most gratifying success. They do
every descrijition of plumbing, lilting up stores, pri-
vate residences and public buildings in the iiii ^t
thorough and workniaidike manner. They inake a
leaJinc -ipccialty in the mechaidcal line of jjlumbing,
gas fit! 4;, steam and (urnace heating apparatus, and
carry in stock the most complete assortment of tine
gas lixlures, chandeliers and brackets to be found in
the city, as well as all varieties of plumbers' inateri-
als and ])lain and fancy articles pertaining to this
line, such as brass good'-, iron or lead piping, force
ur lift ]iunips, hydraulic r.inis and water motors.
Their stock of sanitary eanhi n-ware is a most com-
plete one ; thi'y have all sizes of baths and boilers,
and their show-room will c.impare wiih any in a
similar concern in Western ( h .irio. At the various
local and Provincial fairs they secured twenty prizes
and diplomas. These gentlemen are also agents for
the "Standard" lager beer machines, which are in
great request, and are used by nearly all the U iding
hotel keepers in the city, also of the " air presnr.''
pumps. The Messrs. Smith liios. are thorough
practical plumbers, conversant with all the details of
the business, and as energetic merchants, havi- justly
merited the Mattering success which has attended
their enterprise since its inception.

Oaorg* Heaman, Carriage and Waggon
Builder, 15 Lyle Street. — Among the comprehensive
industries of London the manufacture of carriages
and waggons occupies a prominent position. In
this line we have several prominent firms and indi-
viduals engaged, amongst whom due recognition
must be given to Mr. Ijeorge Heaman, who is act-
ively engaged as a carriage and waggon builder, and
also controls a horse-shoeing and jobbing shop.
This comprehensive concern was established by the
present proprietor in 1875. His premises are
located on Lyle Street, and comprise a blacksmich's
shop, two stories in height, 22x40 feet in dimensions,
and a wood and trimming shop, 22x40 feet in size,
while employmenl is given to some live or six experi-
enced workmen. As a carriage and waggon builder
the products of this establishment can compare
favorably with those of any similar establishment,

I the work being strong, durahte and of neat execu-
tion. All repairing and general jobbing work is
promptly alii-nilt-d lo, while a specialty is made of
s<ienlilic horse shoeing. Mr. Heaman is a native of
Dolton, Devonshire, hut has been a resident ol
ihis city for the last 15 years, during which time hi-
has been prominently uU ililied with the growth and
progress of London. lie was I'ouncillor lor four
year- for London Kast, and llepiity-Keeve for one
year for the county of Middles,'^, till the time of thi
amalgamation of London Kast with the city, and has
since represented No. 5 Ward as Alderman. All

; these apnoinlments Mr. Ileanian has filled with
lioncii ind credit to himself and with satisfaction to

i his follow litizens, lie is a geniliiiiaii highly re
spected in all conimunilics, and it is due to his own
energy and i-nterpr se that he has built up so suhstan-
'ial and salisfact<ir , a bu>ine.-.s.

William Milroy, Artist, 550 ,'i Richmond '-■. -
Thei<: is no better evidence of relined taste iu the
home than the presence of paintings. To lie .in
accomplished and successful painter reipiires years of
study, thorough 'raining and much assiduous labor,
all o( which havi been gone through by .\Ir. William
Milroy, the gintleman who now forms the subject of
this .sketch. Mr. Milroy ! is an elegantly fitted art
, gallery and studio at 550 '^ Kichmond Street, where
the public are cordially invilcd to call and see speci-
mens of his work. This gallery, 50x20 feet in
dimensions, contains upwards of one hundred pieces,
comprising landscapes, figure pieces, animals, por-
traits, fruit and llowers, ail choice specin ens of
art, the result of his untiring study and practice ot
his profession. This gallery is open free to the pub-
lic every evening. Mr. Milroy makis a specialty of
portrait painting, from life or |diotograpli, md animal
painting, and in this department he 1 a justly de-
served reputation;'these he executes in mi, water color
or crayon, and that to at the most rea^. able terms
(■oiisistent with the high character of the v^cjik. Mr.
Milroy established his art gallery in 1882, and gives
lessons in oil, water color, cray(m, llower painting,
pencil drawing ami sketching hi m nature. He is a
native of this country, and has iieen a resident of
London f(>r twenty-five years.

0> F. Rydar, Family lUucher, comer Gray and
Clarence Streets. — Thouj;h but comparatively re
cently estalilished, yet the widely extended trade of
Mr. (i. !•'. Kyder, and the thorough reliability of all
meats kept in his store, have gained for him in the
butchery business a well deserved reputaticm, and
entitle him in this volume to due representation.
This business was established by him in 1883, and
has since then enjoyeil a large anil steadily increasing
tra<le. In this line of liusiness he is thoroughly
experienced ; he is a capital judge of stock, and iioth
buys on the market and kills himself, requiring for
the purpose ol his large and widely-extended trade,
four to live head of large cattle and 15 to 20 of sheep,
calves and hogs per week. His premises are situ-
ated at the corner of Gray and Clarence Streets,
and comprise a two-storied building, 16x25 '6<^' '"
dimensions, with a work-shop in the rear. Orders
are promptly attended to and delivered to all parts
of the city. Ml. Kyucr is a native of iiertfurdshire,
England, has been in this r',\y for the last 15 years,
and does all he can to accommodate and meet the
wants of his many patrons.

fit

KKPRKHKNTATIVK BISINKHS MKN

•ml of neat vxecn
•al ^obliing work i^
fiecially i.H made of
:'nmnn is a native of
lieen n resident ot
ring which lime hi-
kith the growth and
t'ounoillor lor four
|)iilyUcevL' for om-

, till Ihftinie of th(
iih llir city, and has
IS Alderman. All
an has filli-d with

with satisfaction In
nllcnian hi({hly re
t is due to his own
I built up so substan

>!4 Kichinond
rctined taste in ihe
inliiigs. To be an
liT rc(|uirfs years of
ch assiduous labor,
ifjh l)y Mr. William
Forms the subject of

cl<j.;,iiilly filled art
noiid Street, ivhere
1 call and see speci-
ry, 50x20 feet in
one hundred pieces,
eces, animals, por-
lioice specii. ens of
.idy and practice of
|)en free to the pub
iiaki-s a specially of
(mrapli. liid animal
t he 1 a justly de-
es ill nil, water color
St rea--' lable terms
: of the work. Mr.
' in 1882, and gives
'n. Mower painting.
Ml nature. He is a

been a resident of

r, corner Gray and

comparatively re

oxieiuled trjxde of
gh reliability of all
led for him in the
:d reputation, ami
Uie representation.

him in 1SS3, ami
1 steadily increasing;

he is thoroiij;hly
; of siiiek, and both
iself, reipiiring for
dyextended trade,
d 15 to 20 of sheep,
premises are situ-

Clarence Streets,
ling, 16x25 'sfit in

the rear. Orders
livered to all parts
: ol ilertroidshire,

the last 15 years,
late and meet the

Q, R. Som«rvlll«> .Manufacturer of l'ape|^nnd
Kancy lioxes, (1441 Uunilas Street K, The manufni'-
cure of paper boxes in C!anada is an industry of
.■(iii.siderable magnitude, is it is one of very great
iuiporlance. This country oflrrs a large and inviting
tieiil lo ibe successful paper lion manufacturer, as
(hat artiiie in so extensively used ihioughout the
whole of Canada. Among its pfiu^sivr industries
London includes that of box mauufactuiing, repre-
senled by Mr.C.K. Souietville, who, notwithitanding
that he c<immenced operations only in May o( this
viar, is already so busily employed thai wilh a force '
ol twenty skillful hands he liiids himself in the
possession of all ihe work he lan possibly turn out.
,\nMing the goods mamifactiireil in Ibis establishment
we uiight mention the following Confectionery, bis-
(uit, millinery, jewellery, druggists' goods, band
!":\es, corsets, hardware, iirushes, envelopes, condi- \
ii'in powder, bird seed, bottle cartons of all descrip-
tions, slide boxes, lea caddies and canisters, igg
i crates, etc. His specialties are tea caddies, confcc-
tioners'boxes, folding end boxes, and druggists'gocds.
Another article that Mr. Somerville manufactures, [
and for which he has a very large trade, is an impel vious
box for druggists' use ; this preparation is iiiaiie under
a patent, and is the only thing that absolutely fills this
want in the drug business. In make, hnish and ,
<lurability, the boxes manufatliired by Mr. Somer-
ville are without a superior in this I'rovince, if not in
<'anada; hence his large and rapidly increasing
traile. Mr. Somerville is a young man, energetic
and thoroughly competent ; and has proved that he
has the conhdence of the public where he is best
known by being ehcted to Ihe posilicm of a member
of ihe London lioard of K<lucatiim and other positions
of liust he now holds in the city. We therefore have
no hesitation in saying that he is deserving of all the
patronage he already enjoys in this new line of busi-
ness, and of still greater success in the fiiUire.

Alaxandar Smitht Manufacturer of Carriage
Hardware, 34b Wellington Street. — There arc few
cities, withe(iual rank in a commercial point of view,
which can present an equal number of manufaciurers.
Amcmg the important enterprises of London is the
establishment of Mr. Alexander Smith, which was
founded by its present proprietor in 1871. and has
now established business relations all over liie coun
try. This house does a very large business in
carriage and waggon gooils, and all kinds of gear
usually found in a tiist-class wholesale establishment
of this kind are lo be met with here. In certain
specialties the trade is the largest of any similar
establishment in the I'rovinre. The manufactory,
located on Wellington Street, is a substantial two-
storied building, 27x75 feet in dimensions, and com-
prises three forges, a steam hammer and trimming
press, &nd other necessary machinery for furnishing
goods. The motive jiower is gained by a 6 horse-
power engine and a boiler ot 10 horse-power, while
the machinery is all of the most modern and ap-
proved kind, and some seven hands are kept con-
stantly employed. They manul'acture the Buffalo
road waggon gear, which combines the ease and com-
fort of an Elliptic spring, together wilh the beauty of
,1 sidebar waggon. These gears are all titled with
the best graduated cast-steel springs, and the material

brated Timken side-bar waggon .scarcely needs de-
scription, the merits of the springs of this famous
inventor being so well known. Those manufac-

tured by Mr. .Smith are guftrAnleed tn be the lieM in

ijualily and finisli of any now otlered lo the trade,
ibey are made in two grades, and all Ihe iron, bolts
and clips arc maile of th^' best Norway iron. The
Klliplic end— pring buggy gear is well known to all
carriage builders. Il is finished with light but
strong double-drop reach, which allow ihe body to
be hung very low. Only graduated crucible cast-steel
springs are used on these gears, thus insuring ease of
motion. This gear with single reach is also made
at this manufacloiy, and is the best end-spring gear
now ofl'ered to the trade. .Mr, Smith also manufac-
tures {'lark \' Laston'n single perch sidebar irons,
drop perch gear irons of I'liiikcii's patent, finished
body slejis, and any article in the line of carriage
hardware. All gooils are of the best execution and
finish, and warranied for st'englh and ilurability.
The prices cliarg' d will bear favorable comparison
with those of any similar establishment in Canada,
while the trade of the house exiends as far east as
Montreal, and circulates widely throughout the
l^tovince of Ontario. In connection wilh ihis indus-
try Mr. Smith received first prize at Toronto, (iuelph
and London in l88j, for hfili wheels, clip kingbolts
and Timken gear irons ; also dipl.ima for carriage
gears, ami bronze medal for carriage hardware al
(iuelph, 1883, and first prize al Torontoand London,
1884, for carriage hardware and dipldma for gears.
Mr. Smith is a native of I'aisley, Scotland, but lias
been a resident of this cily for the last cpiarler of a
century, where he may be justly enliiled lo prominent
recognition as one of the rcpreseiilatn e business men
of the "I'orest City."

Thomas OilUan, Waldimaker, Jeweller, etc.,
395 Kichinond Street. Among the list of industries
prominent in our cily and country that of watch-
making and iewellery takes a high position, and in
ibis line we have many wcdkiKHvn citizens
engaged. .\ representative jewellery establishment
of ihe " Forest Cily, " and one that will compare
favorably with thai of any conlemporaneous establish-
ment, is ihal of Mr. Thomas (iillean. This establish-
ment dates its inception back to the year 1869, since
when it has by the energy, zeal and business abilities
of its proprietor, pushed itself into the very lirst rank
of jewellery establishments. Owing to the rapid
increase in the trade of (he house, enlargid premises
were necessary. Mr. tiillean .accordingly moved
some three years ago to his present (|uarters, where
he enjoys every facility for the prosecution of Ihis
important business. Mr. (Jillean imports direct from
the European and American markets, and is enabled
to cater to the most fastidious tastes of the public.
The premises utilized by Mr. (iillean are situated at
395 Richmond Street, and comprise a large and
handsomely a|)pointe<l store ; the building is three
stories in height, and steady em] loyment is given to
six experienced assistants. Repairing is made a
specially and any kind of work is manufactured to
order and in any desired style. Mr. (iillean carries
a large variety of elegant jewellery, plate, diamonds
and all kinils of fancy articles, in the most chaste of
designs and beautifully finished, a specialty being
made of both gold and silver watches, a varied
assortment being kept constantly on hand and all
tastes as regards makes and prices pan be suited.
Mr. Cjillean has had seventeen years' experience in
this tvusinr.s and s!l g^.ods sold fr^m his os;a!>!i5h-
ment are guaranteed as represented. This gentle-
man is a native of this city, where he is widely and
favorably known.

CITY OF LONDON

-? n Oartley, Dominion Mills, 305 to

jll lalhol Stri'et.— Among llie various oommo.litics
that rank liijjh among our most important malerial
resources, tlie article of meal may appropriately be
classed as among „ne of the lirst. 'I'he immense
rpiantuies manufactured in this section, which find a
ready sale in this Province, as well as in the market's
of the east, constitute an important element in con-
sidering the industrial and commercial resources of
he grow l nir ci tv of London, and serve to spread

and l^uy the best adapted to their use, as it is their
aim to maniifaclure only the very finest grades o(
meal and breakfast cervals. The reputation which
this house has acpiired, and the prominence it has
achieved, are <lue to the energy, enterprise an<l Inisi".
ness abilities of ,ts joint proprietors; wherever the
/■rm have exhibited they have succeeded in cariyini;
o a majority of first prizes. They are represented
on the road by three travellers, while their trade ex-
tends frcmi Halifax to Hrilish Columbia.

abroad its lame through all parts of the Dominion.
Among the mills whose efforts are to produce a supe-
rior (piality of meal and increase the commerce of the
city, ncme .-\re deserving of more favorable notice and
consideration in the present volume iban the well-
known "Dominion Mills,'' locatc.l on Talbot .Street.
These mills, which have been in existence since
1807, are now under the joint adminisliation of
Messrs. Muirhead A: (larilev Since their esta!)-
ishment, numerous improvements and additions
have been made, ren<lering ihese mills at the present
time superior to any in wctern Oniaiio for com-
pleteness of detail and ap|)ointmeiits. The m.ichinery
IS all of the lalesi improved design ami construction,
ami for economy in running and excellence of pro-
•lucl, the Dominion Mills cannot be surpassed. They
t.ake the utmost care in the manufacture of their
gools, anil as a result of the excellent quality of the
meals and Hours they turn out, their mill is running
to Its fullest capacity the whole season round. They
supply i; )o<ls in bulk or p.ickage as re(|uired, and
guarantee nil articles sent out to be the best in the
market. The mill is a substantial structure, four
stories in height, and h.is a capacity of 125 barrels per
day, giving employment to twelve hand.s. Amongst
the products of this house are oatmeal, rolled, granu-
lated and standard, rolled wheat, corn meal, linseed
meal, oil cake, solit peas, pot barley, .self-raising I
buckwheat Hour, Ciaham Hour and seK-raising wheat '
flour, while they also deal extensively in corn, peas I
and barley, !-.oth wh.nle=-,!e uiitl retail. Located as :
thty are, with railro.ids centring in London from all I
the best grain grow mg districts, they are able to select '

William BaoK «> Co., Ontario cigar I5ov
N\orks, 173 and 175 Albert .Street.-An important
industry, where cigars are manufactured in such large
(piantities as in this section ol the country, is the
maniifaclure of cigar boxes. In this branch of trade
we have a le.i.lmg and representative house in that ol
Mes.sr.s. William Meek .\: Co., which, though Iradiiii;
under its ol,l conslilutional title, is s-iH umler the sole
administration of Mr. A. Heck. This business was
originady established in Call in 1S80, but in 18S4 the
lirin removed to this city, where they now carry on a
thriving business in the manufacture of cigar boxes
veneer and thm lumber, at their premises, 171 and
175 Albert .Street. The building is a three-storied one.
25x60 leei in size, and steady employment is given
to some 25 hands. The most improved machinery
and latest modern appliances are here in use. The\
a .so do a very Large business at their branch h.nise in
.Monlreal. The boxes are made of .Spanish cedar,
the cedar being imported from Mexico and*Snain
and 111 Ibis line Messrs. Heck \- Co. turn out an'
article unsurpassed by any other establishment in the
country, and this brm but exemplilies that dislinctiveh
western spirit of enterprise and progress, which ha'-
done so much to develop ,„„1 increase the resource-
of the c.untry. This firm undertakes all work in con
necti.m with thin lumber, and using the linest ol
m.achinery, they have every facility for completint-
satisfactory work. Mr. lieck is a native of Waterlo.
county, and has been in the citv since 1SX4. .npd i}i,
conlinuoiis success which has attended this enterpris.
ever since its inception is ilue in no small degree |o
his able management.

KEPKESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

Prof. Olln Orvlll*. the Founder of the Medical
Reform Association, I'eel's lilock, Dundas Street
London, Ontario. In order to f;ive a full and com-
|ilete statistical statement of the industries of the
"Porest City," such as thi.. vohime is intended to
aflord, It is necessary to include all the industrial arts
and professions as well as the commercial interests
of London ; and there can he no (|uestion as to the
validity of the claim of the profession of medicine to
he specially re|nesented in this work. The profes
sion of the physician is one which operates effectively
in time of need in arresting and alleviating the most
acute pains and ailments to which the human body is
heir, and therefore deserves the most ihmkful and

appreciative consideration on the part of ihe public
1" ;his profession a shining light (or i;ood, to whom
I iei.'ralitiide of thousands is due, is I'mf ( )lin Orville,
die well-known author, inventor and scientist, and
bend of the Medical Keform Association of this cily.
lb- Y Ihe inventor .and patentee of numerous elcc-
in.al inventions, in both the I'nite.l States and
< ana(la. He has made the cure of chronic diseases
• "e :ong study, .iiui h.i, devoted his life to tlie wel-
lire of his fellow-beings. The Medical Keform

Association, of which Prof. Orville was the originator
ami is now the head, is the best known medical firm
in the Province, and has headipiarters in Peel's lilock
Dundas Street, where they have ample ollices, wait-'
ing and operating rooms titled up with all modern
cmiveniences and appliances for efTectiiig cures.
1 hi.. Association uses medicines of known and proved
etiicacious powers, and try the remedies .,f the various
homeopathic and eclectic schools, and when these
(ail they resort to electricity and ehctiic baths The
electro therapeutic d.ictrine ranks (irst in its particu-
lar line, and has effected much goo.l in a way
peculiary its own ; it is an orthodox branch of the
regular profession, and the system is specially .adapted
to Ihe restoration of the
vital faculties by its close
relationship to the usual
workings of nature, and
is specially adapted to
the cure of chronic dis-
ease. I!y the use of elec-
trothermal baths the pa-
tient is submitted to a
courseof treatment which
is calculated o assist na-
ture by simply removing
ob^lr.ictions and laying
the fouiidaliou for a per-
fect recovery, while in
certain case> the electric
current is applied direct-
ly lo the seal of ilisease,
the result being th.il a
perfect and permanent
regeneration of the vital
fundi. JUS is secured.
Every electrical appara-
tus or instrument obtain-
able for the Use of such
an in^iiuitioti is here to
be liiur.il. Since locating
ill Loii.ion, Prof. Orville
and his able siatT of as-
M.Maiii-, have cured liun-
dreils o( cases of catarrh,
tubercular and pulmon-
ary consumption, cancer,
h;art di.sea.se, liver and
Kidney complaints, and
all other chronic and ner-
vous diseases, such as or-
ilinary |)hysicians have
neither the experience,
apparatus or improved
remedies for treating.
This Association makes
a specialty of curing de-
formities of all kinds,
and at the present time
they have close on I, ooo
patients, in all parts of the ;-ouiitry, availing them-
selves o( their system of treatment, ineludinc
members of all professions and trades. This prac-
tice is gr.i.lually extending .as the metits of their
method of treatment btjome more and more known
and appreciated. Prof Orville has gained the con-'
lidei.ce anil good will of the leading citizens, and of
the most l.denied members of the medlei^l pr..feS3ion
who cannot but acknowledge the value of his electrj
inventions and appliances.

CITY OF LONDON

■i

Robert Wallaoa, Clothier, 1 46 Diindns Street. —
As an cvidoncit of the inimeii.^c slriilts of the iiianu-
facturint; and coinnu-rcial interests of the city of
London during the jjast two decades, no beltei

instance can l)e produced than the vast progress made i Mn,i. as wooiien c;
1)V the house ol Mr. i<ol)eri Wallace in producing a i which is very heavy
line ol readymade clothing that will compare favor-
ably and at a much less cost than luosi garments made
up anil sold by UK-rchant t.nilors, though his . ;iter-
piise IS by no means contined to this deiiarlment
alone, as he keeps an efficient staff <jf experienced
assistants for the execution of all ordered work. A
personal inspection of this establishment will at once
convince the visitor that the system pursued in this
beehive 01 industry cannot fail to produce beneficial
results to the consumer. \\\' have the evidence of
carefully selected material, all from tirst hands by
experienced judges of the fal)tics. We see taste ilis-
played in the production of garments \\\t to the latest
style of fashion, in all patterns, and durable. This
house was established in "70 by the present enter-
prising proprietor, an' ;,' success which since that
time has steadily attended his efforts, compelled him
a short time ago to add a fresh story to his premises.

over by a competent ar/is/e, and the (|ualil\ o f the
work turned out is exemplitled in the very large
patronage which these gentlemen receive as milli-
ners. They manufacture all their own woollen goods,
such as woollen caps, jackets, etc., their stock of
which IS very heavy. 'Ihe trade cariied nn is purely
a ca.sh one, the motto being "small profits and quick
returns." The .splendid .success of this establishment
is to be attributed to fair and Mjuare dealings, and lo
their selling of goods as represented. Mr. J. C.
liutler is the etiicient manager, a gentleman of
experience, < lergy and courtesy, and this hrm is to
be congratula.e'' upon securing the services of one
who with unflinching puriio.se and integrity protects
and facilitates the all-round interests of Cash & Co.

•• Oraddook, Architect, 437 Richmond Street.
— VNith the rapid and steady advance of the " Forest
City," with the continual increase in her building
operations, the profession of an architect is one of
primary importance, and is one on which the hrst
step of progress is dependent. To be a good archi-
tect recpures years of study and practical education

, . , - ■•»" ■-; , ' ' ■' '" "" picim-scs, icci rci|n:res years ol study ancf practica education

which now comprises a handsome bu.ld.ng at 146 ' in active service and thorough niechanical training
Dundas Street, where for this comprehensive business I as well as much assiduous study and labor All these
lour flats are utilized, each possessing special features , requisites are however possessed in a high and marked
of internal economy and convenience all departments degree by .Mr. G. Craddock, many evidences of whose
being independently con<lucted. In the way of cloth- , skill are to be seen in ma^y parts of this section of
ing, all goods are made upon the premises, especial the country. This gentleman has been established
attent.on being paid to ordered garments. Mr. , in this branch of profession since 1868, during which
Wal ace h.is an exper.enced cutter, whose superior it time he has plannc<l and designed many prominent
wou.d be difhcult to hnd,.., swell as a stafr of practical: buildings and private residences in this city Mr
assistants No garments are allowed to leave the : Crad.lock is prepared to furnish designs for all' kinds
.store withou being carefully examined and in all I of public and private buildings, halls, business blocks
ways satisfactory to the citstomer, a perfect fit in all ^ churches, school houses, etc , with plans, details ami
ca.ses being guaranteed The specialty of this house 1 specifications, and, if required, to Superintend ^he
IS the m.inufacture of lx)ys suits, both ready-made erection of the .same in .iny part of the country. Mr
and to order, for which this establishment has a wide ! Craddock is a native of the Old Country but his
reputation, while its facdities are ample for all j been a long time a re-sident of Lotuion, where he'iv

demands. The trade of this house is by no means
confined to the city, in which it is nevertheless large,
but extends through all parts of western Canada. In
addition to clothing, Mr. Wallace keeps a full as.sort-
ment of gents' furnishings, which includes all recent
styles and all articles necessary for a gentleman's
wardrobe, special attention being given to the manu-
facture of shirts. As experience has abundantly
(kinonstrated, the success of an establishment of this
character is always commensurate with the fidelity of
the proprietor in attending to the wants of his
patrons. Strict adherence to this principle by the
pr.jprietor of this house from the date of its inception,
1 6 years ai'o, to the present time, has resulted in a
large growth in extent and popularity, while in all
the details and requirements of this branch of in-
dustry Mr. Wallace is thoroughly proficient.

Cash tc COi| Importers of Fancy Dry Goods,
236 Dundas Street.— Among Ihe dry gords establish-
ments of this city doing a large flourishing trade is
that o( Cash & Co. This house was established in
1867, the present firm succeeding to the !)nsiness in
1S84. The store is 75 feet deep and three stories in
height, and the trade carried on necessitates the
employment of fifteen hands. These gentlemen are
direct importers, buying largely and for cash. Their
stook gcnerallv consists of hosiery, gloves, embroiM-
frses, ..-.r;"i| !s. .:."q UndeiWrai , neiiiit wools, piushc^, '
velvets and trimmings, a specialty beirg made of

well known and widely respected. Those contem-
plating the erection of any kind of structure cannot
do better than consult Mr. Craddock.

W. H. MoCutohaon It Co., Grocers, 217 Dun
das Street. —Not more than a year since this house
was established ; the tra<le is already a large one,
being representative in its character, having continu-
ously and rapidly increased since the date of com
mencement. W. H. McCutcheon & Co. carry a
complete line of groceries, both fine and general in
their character, and all of excellent quality. A
specialty is made of teas, cofTees, canned goods of
every description, English breakfast b.icon and hams,
oysters, fresh and imjjorted fruits, such as lemon-
and oranges, and dried fruits, such as figs, dates an-;
prunes, and nuts of all sorts, in all of which linos :\
large trade is carrie<l on. This firm are agents lor
the Li-(^)uor Tea Co., of Toronto, handling most ev
tensively their goods. It is. perhaps, not generally
known to the public that those who deal with thi-
Company, or with any of their authorized agents, are
entitled to a handsomely bound book for every three
pounds of tea purchased. This is an advantage
extended by few dealers in tea to their customers,
and should he embraced generally, the tea being alsi.
of excellent quality. Mr. W. H. McCutcheon, th<
head of this house, is widely known in the commun
ity, and very highly respected. lie was U. S.

, . " '. I '/ "^"K •"■""<: ui iij, uiiu very nigniy resr

hosiery, gloves embroideries, plushes, velvets and Consul froi - 1876 to 1886. He is a Canadian bv
trimmings. Their millinery dep.irtment is presided I birth, and an American by naturalization"'

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

I the i|iialily o f the
1 ill the very large
en receive as niilli-
■ own woollen goods,
etc., their stock of
cariieil on is purely
lall protitsand quick
;>f this establishment
lare ilealing.s, and to
ienlej. Mr. J. C.
r, a gentleman of
, an<l this firm is to
the services of one
id integrity protects
ests of Cash iV Co.

17 Richmond Street,
ance of the " Korest
ise in her building
1 architect is one of

on which the first
To be a good archi-
practical education
iiechanical training,
nd labor. All these
n a high and marked
y evidences of whose
Its of this section of
IS been established

l868, during which
ed many prominent
< in this city. Mr.
Icsigps for all kinds
ills, liusiness blocks,
h plans, details and
to superintend the
f the country. Mr.
d Country, but has
.ondon, where he is
d. Those contem-
of structure cannot
ock.

I Grocers, 217 Dun-
■ar since this house
Iready a large one,
:er, having continu-
e the date of com-
;on & Co. carry a
ine and general in
silent quality. A
s, canned goods of
ist b.icon and hams,
s, such as lemon*
h as (igs, dales ami
1 of which lines n
Rrm are agents for
I lianilling most ev
laps, not generally
vho deal with this
horized agents, are
lok for every three
; is an advantage
i> their customers,
, the tea being also
McCutcheon, tlii
■n in the commur
He was U. .^.
is a Canadian by
ization.

Oaorce t. dewall, F. C. A., Accountant,
220,"/2 J>un(las Street. In a work of this r.aiure,
dealing with our commercial enterprises and indus-
tries, the profession of an accountant is one deserving
of all mention and recognilicii. A lirstelass and
accurate accountant is an alisoliile necessity in all
banking and mercantile institutions, and the success
of smallei enterprises is in no i.bsrure degree ^ue to
methodical keeping of books. So important has this
branch been deemed that an Institute of Chartered
Accountants has been formed, which issues diplomas
to all those showing the necessary skill and accuracy •
this diploma Mr. (i. K. Jewell holds. This genlleiiien
lias been established as an accountant since 1873,
during which lime he has gained an enviable reputa-
tion in this line, and now stanils in the very fnmt
rank of chartered accountants. Miic'" important
business is entrusted to Mr. Jewell, and he can be
thoroughly relied uiion to conduct the most compli-
cated affairs in an every way satisfictory manner. '
Mr. Jewell now holds the position of c:itv Auditor.'
He is an Englishman by birth, and has been in this
country since 1S55.

«l«rry MoDonald, Hotel and Re.staurant, 87 to

89 iJundas Street.- Amongst the industries and
establishments which give cbaiacter to a city, few
are of mcjre importance than suiiable hotels' and
restaurants. In (his line London is highly favored,
'""."'' V.' ''"-' ''■'*' °f notable houses in the " Kore.^t
City,'' that of .Mr. Jerry .McDonald is entitled lo due
recognition. This gentleman fornurly kept .in hole]
in London West, known as the "River Side," but

ilohn O. TrebiloOOk, (Jioceries, Provisions,
etc., 224 Dundas Street. -The field of enterprise
opened up in the grocery line is a large one and
many prominent citizens of London are engaged
therein. Amongst the representative houses that of
Mr. John C. Trebilcock is entitled to due recognition
This business was established in 1877 by the present
proprietor, who occupies spacious premises at 224
Dundas Street, next to the Oddfellows' Hall, con-
-sLsting of three tlats, 2ox 70 feet in dimensions, where
he conducts a live business as a dealer in groceries
provisions, wines, liquors, and all articles necessary
for the thorough eijuipment of a first-class grocery
establishment. The articles kept in stock are all of
the best quality obtainable, while the wines and
liquors are of the ]niresl brand. Country produce is
received daily, and the trade of the house lias ever
since its inception been a steadily increasing one, the
establishment having a wide reputation for the gene-
ral excellence of its goods, and as a result enjoys the
patronage of some of our leading hou.ses. Mr. Treb-
ilcock is a native of this country, and has always lieen
regarded as a substantial business man and one who
can be relied upon in all commercial transactions to
give salislaction to those who trade with this house. '

C. H. KordCS, Bindery, 428 Richmond St.—
Much of the literature of the present dav is pul>lished
in pamphlet or periodical shape, and for ils due pre-
servation retpures binding. In this necessary branch
of industry we have a leading represent.-.tive house in
that of .Mrs. E. fl. Kordes, who conducts an imp-ri-
ant bindery establishment at 428 Richmond Street
where three Hals are occupied, 25x120 feel in dimen-
■sions, and where employment is, given lo some ten
hand.s. This business wa.» established in 1 866, and
has since ihen enjoyed a wide patronage. All kinds
of binding IS done; line blank books are made lo
onler, good malerial and workmanship being guar-
anieed. The facilities are complete in all details-
the floor space is ample for all emergencies and
practical purjioses. This house is patronized bv
V.1110US banking and commercial institutions in the

city, and makes a

■Tr.i' nrliStic j>frniiic

lions in blank books, and duplicate and triplic.aie
travellers order books, u.sed by most of the wholesale
houses ,n the west. Mrs. Kor.les is a native of this
country and has been a resident of London for 1 7 years

on 87, 87i am, 89 Dundas Street, and under his able
administration the house h.as gradually grown in
popular avor The spacious premises^ include a
large and well furnished .lining room, callable of
seating a big number of guests, and here the best
twenty-live cent dinner in Condon is serve<l, while a
reduction IS made for weekly and dinner bo.irders.
I.e estab i.shment also contains pool and billiard
, babies, and the well app,.inted bar is slocked wiih a
choice selection of wines, liquors and ales, while
fancy drinks are concocted in the mosl approve.l style,
rhe gallery o sp,.riing celebrities gathered together
by Mr. McDonald is well worth a vi.sit, and all
leading sporting papers are kept always on tile As
a restaurant and oysler house for ladies and gentle'-
men this hou.se is a mosl popular resort, while as a
luncheon establishment il has many patrons. Mr
.McDona . is a native of Canada, and is a gentle-
man highly popular wiih all classes, while on all
sporting matters he is a keen authority !.nd judge.

,. *;?"?'?" ^••«' «0't 467 Richmond Street, J.
(. Halhd.iy Canada is essen-ially an ,tgricultur.il
country, and on her farming resources the greatness
.and advance of our ounlry in no small degree
depend. Thus any enterprise which has for ils
immediate object the benefit of those connected in
any way with agricultural interests, must Up n,,-.
deserving .,1 muie ihan ordinary recognition and sup-
port. London ha. of late years built up several
iniporlant enterprises which have gaine.l a reputation
extending throughout all parts of the Dominion, ami
amongst that number the London Feed Co stands

CITY OF LONDON

pre-eminently forward in the first rank of national Western Ontario. Some 30 skilled workmen are
industries. This Company was established in 1881, | employed, and the weekly output averages 30,000
with headquarters at 467 Richmond .Street, where cigars. The leading brands are "La Rosa,"
they have a wholesale and manufacturing depot. I "Crown," "Chirp," and "Red Cross," These
This Company manuf.ictiirc:. ihe celebrated " Herby ' cigars need no recommendation. They are special
Climax," the king of horse and cattle food, and which favorites, l)eing household words among cigar
is a purely vegetable condiment and highly concen- I smokers. They are fine Havana goods, being made
trated article of nurishiiient. The object of this food I of pure Havana filler and Sumatra wrapper. Messrs.
is to keep animals free from disease, increase the J. A. Rose & Co. have devoted much attention to
products of the dairy, and in the case of fowls to "the manufacture of cigars of the higher grade, and it
secure a greater increase with less grain, and con- is alike gratifying to them and to the cigar-smoking
seiiuenlly less cost. In all classes of animals it is a | public, which is increasing every day, that they hav<;
great food savor, causing animals to thoroughly digest , succeeded in producing an article second to none in

and assimilate their food, while better results will be i the market.

obtained with much less grain on this system of feed- i Robt. Qulok, Family Hutrher, cor. Dundas and
ing. All the ingredients composing this food are ; Quebec Streets, E. London.— Among the many
certain health-giving herbs, seeds ami roots, carefully i butchers in London there are none who keep a better
compounded, and put up with unfailing exactness. , class of meats, or cater more to the wishes of their
It has been for the last five years thoroughly tested, , patrons, than Mr. Robert Quick, at the corner of
and has met with the warm endorsement of all who 1 Dundas and Quebec Streets, East London. This
have used it, prominent amongst those lieing I'rofos- [ gentleman has been established in business for the
sor Brown, of the Cuclph Agricultural College, who | i)ast 22 years, and fust catered to the wants of the
strongly recommends its use. One of the most public on the market for seven years. Finding his
.serious ailments we have to contend against with our , trade required more commodious premises, he o])ene(l
horses is what is now so generally known as epizootic, i a shop in 1872 at what was then known as Lilley's
yet this food is a sure preventative of that troublesome i Corners, on Dundas Street, where he carried on his
and oftlimes fatal complaint. The "Herby Climax" 1 busineis successfully for nine years. In 1878 he
is undoubtedly the best food ever offered on this ■ built himself a residence and shop combined at his
continent, and is the result of 30 years' experience I present location. The buildmg is built of brick, is
and siudy of the nature of animals. The keeping '. two stories in height, and on the gr.uind floor he has
of cattle in a perfect state of health is the foundation a shop 25x30 feet in dimensions. He employs two
of success to all who desire to make stock-raising assistants an<l a horse and waggon in the prosecution
profitable. This is no physic or condition powder of his business. Mr. (,)uick has resided in London
but simply a pure anil genuine food, composed of UU:- for 31 years, and claims to be a native of Yeddington,
sustaining and health-giving properties. An especial Devonshire, England

manufacture of ihisl'ood is prepared for poultry, which
by its use more than doubles the increase in eggs
and also the production of line and healthy broods.
In the case of hogs, it is a sure preventative of hog
cholera. This food is put up in bags, 10, 25, 50 and
100 lbs.; each b.ig contains an exact feeding measure,
with all necessary inslruclions. Tlie London J-'eed
Co. has been awarded twelve diplomas from the
highest agricultural authorities ol the land, as well
as silver medal, in approbation of their feed : they
were awarded the only diploma granted to any feed
company at the Dominion Exhibition held at
Montreal, 1S84. The thanks of all interested in
agricultural interests must be due to this Company for
having put a feed on the market free from any injur-
ious ingredients, and which in all cases has produced
such beneficial results. They are also importers and
dealers in cottonseed meal, linseed, linseed meal and
oil cake, in which they can give the public as low
prices as any other firm. The Manager of this Com-
pany is Mr. J. C. Halliday, a gentleman thoroughly
experienced in stock-raising, and to whom the suc-
cess of this Company is in no small manner due. He
is a native of Perth, Ont., and came here at the
establishment of the Company.

Wm> Paynei Bicycles, Lonilon South.— \Vm.
Payne is now making extensive preparations for next
.season's business, extending warerooms and increasing

London Olgar Manufaotiiring Oo., J. A.

Rose & Co., 110 and 112 Dundas Street, crner
Talbot Street. -ir-The trade for the London Cigar
Mamifactuiing Co, .was established by the present
firm, MeSsis. J. A. Rose \ Co., in 1885. London
is indeed the nur.sery for the production,, of the finest
clears manufactured in Canada, and among those
who have contributed to the securing of that dis-
tinction for the " Forest City" must be included
Messrs. J. A. Rose & Co. Their cig.irs are deserv-
edly popular, and find a ready sale throughout

k. A forge for brazing and plant for enamelling
is now placed in a new building for repairing all
styles of machines. The demand for " Xtraordinary
Challenge" for 18S6 surpassed all calculations;
without a doubt, it is liie coining bicycle. .See my
latest testimonials. My ninety dollar Singer Chal-
lenge ; any size ; best value ever offered j balls all
over ball pedals.

KEPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

0> 8. Hyman & COm Tanners an-l Hoot and
Shoe Manufacturers, Carling Slrvel. Ainonp the
important manufacturing and commercial enterpiiscs,
which contril)Ute to the standing and progressive
spirit of the city of London, is the well-known
establishment of Messrs. C. S. IIjHnan i\: Co., tan-
ners and boot and shoe (napufacturers. The high
character and standing of this house, and the magni-
tude and extent of their operations, exlencfing ever
all jiarts of the Dominion, render this lirm one of
the most iioticeal)Ie features of th» mercantile
activity which characterize the "FCT«st City."
Many industries find einployment in the production
of the leather from the time it leaves the back of the
wild or the domesticated animal in the shape of raw
hide, till it is utilized for practical purposes. Tfie
comprehensive establishment, which forms the
subject of this sketch, isdevoied to both departments :
curing the skins in their raw state and manufacturing
the leather into boots and shoes. This business was
established in 1840 by the late Mr. Hymnn, father
of the present senior member of the lirni. Their
tannery is on Richmond Street, opposite the new
C. F. R. station, and covers an area of .600x450
feet. They deal extensively in hides o( all kinds, and
turn out weekly some 500 sides of sole leather as
well as a large quantity of black leather ; the sole
having for a number of years been awarded the highest
prizes at Provincial and other exhibitions. Thtir
boot and shoe factory on Carling Street comprises a
four-storied building, with basement, 220x80 feet in
size, and is "one of the finest equipped in Western
Ontario, being complete in every department and
supplied with the latest and most improved labor-
saving machinery. Their boots and shoes are
manufactured chiefly from their own products, and
are warranted for durability and neatness of finish,
the firm employing none but the most skilled of
workmen, while every detiartment is under the
personal supervision of one of the members of the
firm. The re.)utation of their goods is well estab-
lished. Western Ontario, Manitoba, and the N.-W.
Territory afford the principal markets for their boots
and shoes, while the leather is sold to some of the
leading boot and shoe manufacturers in Toronto and
Montreal. The membership of the firm is constituted
as follows : Mr. Charles S. Ilyman was born and
educated in this city, in which no one is more
honestly and deservedly respected. He is a gentle-
man of more than ordinary ability ; he has filled with
honortohimself, and with satisfaction to all concerned,
several municipal ap]ioii,tments ; he sustained with
dignity the position of Mayor, and is at the present
time the popular nominee of the Reform i>arty as
their representative in the Dominion House. Mr.
Watson, the managing partner, was born in .Montreal,
and received his training in the shoe and leather
business in the United States. Mr. Meal has charge
of the office department ; he is a native cf Kngland,
and entered the office of Mr. E. W. Ilyman in 1872.
and after some years' faithful service he was admitted
into partnership. Mr. Glass repiesents the house on
the road ; he is another old employee, and was taken
m as a member of tt'.e firm a few years ago.

John Aa Thorburn, Groceries and I'rovisions,
corner King and Ridout Streets.— Amongst the 1
recent establishments opened in the " Forest City "
engaged in this industry must be mentioned that of
Mr. John A. Thorburn, who commenced busmess some
few weeks ago at the corner of King and Ridout Sts.,
where, for the purposes of his trade, he occupies two ,

I spacious and well appointed flats, fully stocked with
a choice selection of general groceries and provisions,
while a specialty is made of teas, coffees and spices,
all of best quality and purest blend, sold at popular

i prices, ami every satisfaction guaranteed. Mr.
Thorburn also deals largely in country produce, and
in this line customers may rely on being served with
the best of articles. The store now occupied by him
has been altered and fitted up so as to meet the
re(|iurements of a superior grocery establishment.
Though started but a short time, .Mr. Thorburn is
already enjoying a good share of public patronage
and support, and as I'e is a gentleman of keen busi-
ness ;d)iiity, and keeps none but the best ef goods,
his trade is bound to rapidly increase. Mr. Thor-
burn is a native of this country, and is possessed of
all the attributes necessary for commercial success.

Oould & Stratfold, Plain and Ornamental
Plasterers, 290 Dundas Street. 'I"he cleanliness and
healthful appearance of the majority of Canadian
cities is the cause of much .-urjirise to visitors from
the old countries, who have been habituated to the
dingy and unwholesome colors of the squalid tene-
ments and smoke-begrimed mansions, to which they
have been accustomed. The ple.ising external and
interna^ appearance and comfort of Canadian houses
is due to III thing more or less than the liberal use of
the plasterer's art ; and in making the city of Lon-
don what it is in this respect, the firm of .Messrs.
(iould iV Stratfold have done much to beautify and
add to the general cleanly characteristics of this city.
These gentleman started a business in this line ten
years ago, on King Street, but in 1884 they bought
out the interest of .Mr. F. .Mcintosh, and now occupy
spacious premises in the rear of 290 and 292 Dundas
Street, where they have a large show room, where a
choice collection of centre flowers and plaster orna-
ments is always kept on hand for in.spcction by
architects, proprietors and builders. Employment is
given steadily to from 12 to 15 experienced a.ssistants.
Thje work sho|) is 28x16 feet in size, and the yard
50x100 feet. In this important branch of industry
the establishment so ably conducted by Messrs.
(iould i\: Stratfold is amongst the leading and repre-
sentative houses in this section of Ontario, their
business productions in centre flowers and ornaments
being freely circulated throughout the Province.
These gentleman are natives of old London, and
have been actively engaged in the city for nearly
twenty years. With the correct business principles
.nnd etficiency wiih which this business is conducted,
it cannot fail to contribute largely to the convenience
of a community, and to its own established prosperity.

MoFarlano'S Hotal, John R. Gosling, proprie-
tor, corner King and Ridout Streets. — Among the
hotels in the western section of the city deserving of
patronage is .McF.irlane's Hotel, situated on the
corner of King and Ridout Streets. It has 42 bed-
rooms, with suites of rooms, and fijur jjarlors. The
house is heated by steam, lit with gas and well
ventilated throughout, and there is every modern
convenience. The bar is stocked with choice
liquors and cigars, the reading room is a pleasant
resort, and the dining room, which can .acccmimodate
some 70 guests, is all that could be desired. As an
hotel for the farmers we know none better, and that
the farmers are aware of the advantages it afTords is
evidenced by the fact that on market days it is
literally crowded. There is stabling accommodation
for 148 horses.

M
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CITY OF LONDON

if! ' li!

A)!iV.^" - Ontario Watoh, Olook, and I •. Woolvarton, L.O.S., Sur^jeon Dentist, 216
Optleal Emporium, A. S Murray & Co., 419 Dundas Street.-Few, if any, ind.isttial or pro-
Kichmond.Strett, London.— The industry in jewellery fessional pursuits have within the last few yars made
lorms an importaiil item in the list of the commercial such rapid strides as that of the profession of dentistry.
^^^^^ Amongtheleadingdentistscf Londonwhohaveavaileci

themselves of ajl the modern improvements in this
branch is Dr. S. Woolverton. This gentleman studied
at the Toronto School of Dentistry, and graduated in
j 1871, starting business in the .same year at Grimsby,
wheieheremainedtill 18S0, when hesettled in ihiscity.
Hisoperatingroomsand reception parlor at 2 16 Dundas
Street arc in constant use, and everything that can
I minister to the comfort and convenience of patrons
I has been brought into requisition. In extracting
I teeth an;i'sthetics are administered if desired, and
painless operations are guaranteed. Killing with
gold, amalgam or other compositions is als-o a speci-
ally ; and the preservation of natural teeth, when
practicable or possible, is made an important feature
of the business. Artificial teeth are supplied by Dr.
Woolverton on the most moderate of charges, and are
warranted to give both comfort and satisfaction. Dr.
Woolverton is an eminent student of natural history,
and freiiuently lectures on geology, and in this line
he has one of the best private collections in the
country. The study of natural history is one which
must commend itself to all persons of refinement and
culture. The preservation of various species of geo-
logical curiosities or natural historical subjects is now
made a special branch of industry, and whether
applied to the purposes of science, or for the gratifi-
cation and amusement of individual.i-, is alike in-
structive and useful. Dr. Woolverton is a native of
this country, has been a resident of our city for the
last si.\ years, and is juslly entitleil to recognition in
tho present volume as one of the representative pro-
fessional men of London, and a naturalist of more
than ordinary ability.

enterprises of this city and country, and as such
deserves due representation in this work. An old
established and reliable house in this line is that of
Messrs. A. S. .Murray iV Co., wli'i carry on an ex-
tensive business as importers of watches, diamonds
and fine jewellery. This business was established in
1863, and has since then steadily niaintaim-d a widely
extended reputation for the relial)ilily and genuiness
of all goods purchased there, all an'icles sold being
guaranteed as represented. The premises are located
at 419 Richmond Street, and comprise a handsome
store, 40x15 feet in size, where is always carried in
stock a choice selection of the finest jewellery,
English and American watches, clocks, rings and
fancy articles of all kind.;, as well as a varied assort-
ment of silver and silver-plated ware. They import
direct the finest of goods in all varieties. Their
stock of silver and electro bronze clocks is especially
noticeable, and they have a handsome selection of
gold headed canes ; they are sole agents for the
celebrated Columbus, Ohio, watch.?s and clocks, and
their stock of opera glasses and spectacles is especially
(me. This firm are general agents in Western
Ontario for Nachet &• Kils, 17 Rue Saint Severin,
Paris, France, and have a complete set of their
celebrated lenses for testing the sight , jiarties with
any affliction of the eye can be supplied with glasses
to suit the sight. I'ersons having failed elsewhere
should certainly call, examine and be convinced.
For variety and elegance of jewellery, plate, diamonds
anil Ime goods carried (m hand, this house will com-
pare favorably with nny in Western Ontario. .Mr.
Murray, who is of Scotch descent, has resided in
London for the last 25 years. He is a thorough
practical jeweller of loni; cxnerienre. and devotes his
entire attention to the general business ot his house,
and satisfactorily provides (or the wants and tastes of
his numerous customers.

Edy Brofhara, Photographer.s ?.i4 Dundas St.

The photographic art is an invention of the present
century, and within the last twenty years improve-
ments have been constantly made, so that photo-
graphy now might bi- said to have reached its culmi-
nating point. A firm of Canadian photographic
artists, who have approached nearest to the ideal in
this country, is that of Edy Brothers, 214 Dundas
Street. At a late convention in Buffalo the New
York y»'w«sai(l,in reviewing the exhibits of different
photographers, that the work of Edy Brothers was
very fine and of high artistic merit, and the Chicago
Jiye on the same occasion pronounced the specimens
of this firm the finest ever seen from Canada. These
gentlemen have received all the prizes at the London
and Provincial Exhibitions during the last nine years,
being the period they have been in business in Lon-
don. At the Toronto Photos' Convention in 1884,
the judges pronounced their work the finest in Canada.
NIessrs. Edy Brothers make a si)ecialty of plain and
direct photograjihy in half life and life size, water-
color portraits and crayons. The studio and operating
room is excellently et|uipped with all accessories.
They have a very large and varied as.sortment of
backgrountls by L. W. Scavey, of New York, who is
claimed to be the most eminent painter in the world
of backgrounds ; and it may be mentioned that these
gentlemen are constantly adding new backgrounds to
their stock. The reception room of Messrs. Edv

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" luxurious" might, with some aptness, be applied.
To those wishing a truthful portrait, executed in
first-class style, we would say "go to Edy Brothers."

UEPKESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

of Ihe latest design. They make a specially of
feathers, flowers, ribbons, velvets, pUishes, satins,
silks, woollen goods, fancy shawls and fascinators.
liuyinK for cash and selling at close prices, the trade
will find It to their advantage to deal with this house,
rhe quality of the goods is unsurpassed anywhere.
The warehouse is large and commodious, being 190
feet deei> and four stories high, the two lower flats
being devoted principally to storage, and the two
upper to 'he millinery department, where skillful
artistes ar- employed. Mr. C. A. Cr.'jwfortl, the
senior member, is a young man, fidly alive to the
wants of the trade. He is endowed with rare busi-
ness ability, and is energetic and pushing. We
predict (or C. A. Crawford & Co. a successful career.

Amos Bradford, Wholesale and Retail Con-
fectioner, 194 Dundas .Street. -No city in Canada
occupies so enviable a position as does London in

es a
arties on the
hly payments.
, , experience to

lly advantageous to both purcha.set and
dealer, as will be readily seen by the immense busi-
ness they have built up in this line. Messrs T. W.
& R. II. Howard are natives of this country, and
have by their own energy and enterprise built up their
present extensive business, which is steadily and
surely increasing its field of operations. They are
represented outside by twelve agents, who are
engaged in delivering and collecting.

Thomas R. Parkor, Transportation and General
Insurance Agency, 402 Richmond Street. — Amongst
the prominent transportation agencies of London
that of Mr. T. K. I'aiket lakes promitu'nt rank.
This gentleman is agent for the Canadian Pacific
and Michigan Central Railways, .rs well as for several
lines of steamships. He is also agent for the World
Travel Company of New N'ork, and as such he can
issue passenger tickets to any part of the civilized

.,. _ globe. Those contemplating a visit to the old

the manufacture of confectionery. Not only is "it i *^"".""''' °'' '^ '■"ilway journey lhroui;h Canada, ihe
very extensively carried on here, but the quality of' United .St.ites, Mexico, or South America, will best
the goods is such as to place them above all others. ' "'"'*"'' ^^^\' fwn interests by interviewing or Corres-
Among those prominently engaged in this in<lustry , P""'''"B ^V'''' '^I's oflice before deciding on their
here, and widely re|)uted for the purity and excellence j""^"'*-"' "^ ''X 'hat means delay and expense may both
of his goods, is Mr. Amos liradford, of the Central ■ ^•"■'^''- ^^'- ''arkir also repr.sents a number of

Confectionery, located at 194 Dundas .Street. This
gentleman commenced business eleven years ago,
and has since built up a splendid trade. Mr. Hrad-
lord manufactures all kinds of confectionery, making
a specialty of cream c.indies, stick candy, horehouml-,,
drops and chocolate creams. In connection herewiil,
some eleven hands are constantly employed, inclu-
ding a specialist for the fancy anil ornamented con-
fectionery. As a wedding cake manufacturer, Mr.
Bradford is admitted to he without a rival, having
secured a reputation which is coextensive with the
Dominion. He makes a specialty of wedding cakes,
and it is needless to say he is largely employed as a
caterer for weddings, ban(|uets and for other similar
occasions. .Mr Bradford's lunch room and confec-
tionery store are models of llieir kin<l, both being 1 Street. — Few imluslri
splendidly luted up al'ter the pattern of the most bearing in all commuiri,
modern restaurants. In the former are servei".
excellent lunches, much .sought after by the merchants
of the city, while the latter is slocked with a tempi
ing assortment of confectionery and pastry, calculated
to tickle the palali- of even the most conliruied epi-
cure. Mr. liradford is one of ihe well known and
highly respected citizens of London.

insurance companies, whose reputation for unques-
tionable security is lirnily established, possessing as
they do an aggregate sum total of cash capital and
assets amcniniing to millions of dolkars, including
such well known companies as the Queen's and
Commercial Union, very prominent lire associations,
together with the Travellers ol Hartford, Ixith life
and accident. .Mr. Parker has been in this bu.siness
for the hist ten years ami enjoys a full share of public
patronajrr and support. He is a native of England,
but has i«en a long time resident of ih - city, where
for hi'; genial and C(jiirleous manner he is highly
esteemed and is deservedly popular with all classes.

U. T. Warran, Family Butcher, 272 Dundas
Iiave a more important
than that of the family
butcher and provi>ioii dialer, and in this line we
find a leading and reproenlaiive fimisf in ihat of
Mr. J. r. Warren. This business dales its incciitior
back to 1S79, when ii was then founded by its pres-
ent proprietor, and has since that time enjoyed a
wide popularity and patronage, his establishment
being noted as one of the best meat markets in the

R. H. Howard,

I city, famous for the (piality of meat which is always
I to be found there. The business of this house was
! formerly conducted at 254 Dundas Street, but
ihnrnn„hiv ., 1 , 1 u , ■ . '■"P''"y ""Creasing business necessitated the remov

horoughl) Co uplele and comprehensive business is '■ to larger premises, and as a result Mr. Warren to(
ha conducted by .Messrs. T. W A R. H. Howard, < his present spacious establishment, where he "njo
u^' J I I ' 1^ entitled to due prominence in a every facility for the efficient dispatch of his lar,

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■fames and .in almost unlimited variety of articles, , years' experience, and enjoys an excellent repulaTion
both of foreign and home manufacture, which are .as a man of probity an.l worth. reputation

CITY OF LONDON

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MoLarsn & Fltlgarald, Surgeon Dentists, 194

Duiulas Street. Art and science liave in recent years
made most rapid strides, Init in no direction has it
liecn more marked in its co\irse and more beneficial
in its results than in the profession of deniisiry.
Amongst those prominently engaged in this profes-
sion in the city of London are Messrs. McLaren iV
P'itzijeridd. This practice was established in 1876
by Mr. McLaren, who lliis year associate<i with him
ill partnership .\Ir. Fitzgerald, lioth these gentle-
men are graduates of the Royal College o( Dental
Surgeons, ihe senior partner having taken his degree in
l86Sand Mr. Fitzgerald in 1886. The offices used are
located over Mradford's confectionery store on Dundas
Street, where they have every convenience and
appliance for successfully and scientifically pursuing
their profession, with a laboratory complete in all its
departments. These gentlemen insert every descrip-
tion of artificial teeth, set in gold, silverand iilalinuni,
with a continuous artificial gum. Anitslheticsare useil
with thebestefTeitineNtracting teeth, and under their
able care may be administered equally safe to old and
young ; filling is done with neatness and dispatch,
and in every department of their profession they are
thoroughly experienced, while they have every
modern appliance for the ])roper prosecution of the
dental science Mr. Fitzgerald studied for two years
under Dr. Nelles, and has had a large experience.
Those wishing anything done in the way of dental
surgery may, with every confidence, con.sult Messrs.
McLaren & Fitzgerald.

©•9» R» ThOltipsONt Importer of Diamonds,
Watches and Fine Jewellery, 421 and 423 Richmond
Street. It reipiires more than ordinary ability, com-
bined with experience, to carry on successfully a
business in watches and jewellery. Mr. (ieo. R.
Thompson, formerly of Winnipeg' and Port Arthur,
who has recently ac(|uired the business of the old
established house, 421 and 423 Richmond Street, has
already given sufficient proof of the possession of the
iieces.sary qualifications, lie is a young man, but he
has the energy and ability, combined with practical
experience, which ensure success. His establishment,
which comprises two large stores, and is three stories
high, is splendidly fitted up ; the cases are of solid
mahogany and rosewood, elaborately carved in figures,
(lowers and fruit, anil the great panels are filled with
heavy plate-glass. All the fixtures are of the most
expensive kind, of the most improved design, and
finished with much taste in every detail. The stock
in trade, which is one of the largest in Canada, is of
very fine quality ; included may be mentioned an
excellent assortment of American and Swiss watches,
ranging in price from $5 up lo $250 each, a splendid
stock of diamonds of first-class (luality, magnificent
epergncs, fruit stands, tea .sets ; a very fine collection
of French and A'nerican clocks, in marble, bronze,
alabaster, nickel, wood, etc., and varying in price
from $1.50 up to $100; optical goods of the finest
quality, of which a specialty is made. They have
scientifically adjusted len.ses, and are excelled by
none, being manufactured by the celebrated French-
man, De Hardon. There is also a large stock of
English colored and gold jewellery, and a most
extensive and excellent assortment of silver jewellery,
in endless variety, and in the newest styles ; also a
large assortment of American rolled-plate jewellery
of the fine-.t quality ; nhr. !h.- .-.nly =t.-..-k .~.f sterling
silver in the city, of which a very large assortment is
kept, ruitable for wedding presents, etc. ; and a large
stock of plated ware is also kept at very low prices.

' W> A« Breekf Gunsmith an<l Model Maker, 374
Richiiumd Street. .\nu)ngst the various industrial
; enterprises of London there is jirobably no one which
; is ccmducteil with more energy and mark^id ability
I than that of Mr. W. A. lirock, dealer in guns, rifles,
I pistols, ammunition, fishing tackle, pocket knives ancl
I sporting goods of every variety. Mr. lirock has
i made a specially of fishing tackle, and carries a com-
i plete sti.ck of rods, reels, silk lines and snelled hooks
! of every ilescription and the best makes. As an
I expert locksmith Mr. lirock stands without a rival in
' the city, and has gained a wide reputation by his
ability and neatness in all kinds of safe repairing. A
good ileal cf his lime 's consumed where it becomes
necessary to call in a skilled workman to open a safe
when the combination is lost or out of order. Re-
stocking, barrel browning, choke boring, stock bend-
ing, barrel boring, rerilling, l)icycle and lock re|)airing
are all attended to, and every satisfaction guaran-
teed, Mr. lirock being a practical gunsmith, model
maker and locksmith. This establishment dates its
inception back to 1879, the premises being first
located at 375 Clarence Street, but an increasing
trade necessitated a removal to more commodious
(|uarters, and Mr. lirock is now established at 374
Richmond Street, his store being 66x15 ''"'^^ '"
dimensions, and fully slocked with a variety of articles
j necessary for a sporting outfit, llis slock of breech
and muzzle loading rifles and shot guns being especi-
. ally fine, combining those of the most noted manufac
I turers, with all recent and practical improvements.
j This establishment has been refitted throughout with
! new machinery and steam engine, and has belter
: facilities than any other in Londim for turning out
first-class work, none but skilled workmen being
employed by the proprietor, and he safely guarantees
all his work. Harbers' and tailors' shears neatly
i ground, razors concaved (the only place in London
I where they are ilone properly), baggage, hotel and
' pool checks made to order, steel name stamps, burn-
ing brands, branding hammers, etc.; small patent
articles manufactured at reasonable prices, lawn
mowers repaired, sharpened and made to work e(|ual
i to new. Ml. Brock is a native of this city, and by
! his energy and enterprise, together with the superior
' ity of his goods, has gained for his establishment a
I wide and enviable reputation.

! Priddls Brothers, Dry Cioods, 158 Dundas
1 Street. One of the leading characterimics of our
1 commercial fabric is the size and extent of the dry
goods trade in the various cities of Ihe Dominion. A
vast capital is invested in this important industry and
thousands of persons are furnished remuncrativt
employment. Among the leading esiao,' Imients of
London none are deserving of more favorable mention
and consideration than that of Messrs. I'riddiv
lirothcrs. This house was established in 1849 by the
late Mr. C. I'rii'dis, the premises utilized for the
purposes of his trade being situated on Talbot Street,
on the Market Sipiare. Under its present constilu
lion the firm dates from 1868, and some four years
ago moved to their ))resent spacious quarters at 158
Itundas Street. The building is a handsomi
three-storied one, 200x24 feet in dimensions,
and is stocked in all its departments witli
an immense line of foreign and domestic dr\
goods, combining all articles legitimately pertainint:
t" th" '••vaiieh of business. The cstsbiishmcnt :
heated by steam and lighted with the electric lighl
and was the first house in this line of business ir
Western Ontario to import direct. Messrs. Piiddi

RKPRKSKNTATIVK BISINKSH MEN

Hros. are also lar^jcly on(;ani^<l in lailorinp, and em-
ploy skillful and experienced ciillcrs. The work
liirncil mil is of an e.vccplionally line cpialily, and a
very large and excellent patronage is consetnienlly
enjoyed. The trade of llie house is wiclely spread,
and employment is ^iven to some tifly hands. Mr.
I'riddis, the original founder of the firm, was a native
of Devonshire, Fngland, while of the present mem-
bers, Mr. James I'riddis was horn in Kngland, and
his brother, .Mr. (Jeorge I'riddis, in this eimnlry.

F» T. Tr*bllOOOki Wholesale and Manufacturing
Jeweller, iSo I ndas Street. -The jewellery trade
is an especially nportant one, and one in which
we arc all interv le<l, an<l in this line rings form a
leading feature. The onlyjewellery factory in Western
Ontario is that of Mr. K. T. Trebileock, who niann
faoturesjewelleryonthe new American ■•■ "ni, making
a specialty of fine gold, enamel and d . ,, id rings in
special new and registered designs, 'i ,;•,, establish-
ment was founded some eight years ago by the present
proprietor, and
since that time its
operations have
gradually extend-
ed, till now the
trade of the house
is wide -spread,
reachingfrom Hal-
ifax to liritish Co-
luinbia. Mr. Tre-
bileock foimcrly
conducted a retail
business, in which
line he gained an
enviable reputa-
tion, but has re-
cently turned his
attention to the
manufacturing of
jewellery, in which
he does a large
wholesale trade,
and h.as built up
for himself one of
the (inest whole-
sale jewellery con-
nections in the Do-
miniorr. In a city
like I-ondon all
branches of trade
.assume special features, but in the whole of Canada
.Mr. Trebileock stands pre-eminently alone as a
m.inufacturer of rings ; he has invente.l and se-
cured by letters patent a very large nundier of
ilesigns for rings, and in this line the products
of his establishment c:'nnot be surnas.sed by those
of any contemporaneous house on this conti-
nent. Any kind of American or Knglish rings can
be m ("in this factory at as low prices and cupial in
execution to those of anv manufacturer ; and at the
present time Mr. Trebileock supplies the largest
dealers in Canada with his registered designs in
rings, and imports largely of American goods. He is
himself a practical jeweller, and personally superin- '
tends all departments. The factory, situated on i
Dundas Street, is 7cx20 feet in dimensions, and gives ',
employment to .some ihiilecii jiands. In addition to ■
atr.-iveller, Mr. Trebileock himself at times represents
the interests of his house on the road. This gentle-
nian-is a native of London.

I Fassandan Broa., Dealers in New Williams
Sewing Machines, Pianos, Organs, etc., 233 Dundas
Street. The agency of Messrs. I'esscnden Hros. is
devoted to the sale of the celebrated " New
Williams " sewing machine, a considerably improved
invention over all others, and which has only to be
seen to be approved of, '. is noiseless in operation,
perfect in style, efficient in ipiality of work, an(l
thor -. ly reliable in every respect. This establish-
ment, ...nirolled by .Messrs. Kessenden, was started
by them in 1874 at their present premises, 233
Dundas Street, where they occupy two flats, 25x80
feet in dimensions. They have here every re(|uisile
for repairing old machines. The trade of this house
exieiids throughout the western portion of this
Province, and is increasing largely in response to
the energetic exertions of the .Messrs. I'essenden,
who have spared no pains to build up a first-class
business in this line. They are re|iresenled on the
ro.id by five travellers. ()ni> of the great triumphs
of the .Tge is the invention of the sewing machine.
On its practical utility it wotdd be here quite un-

necessary to expati'-ie. All housekeepers and others
not yet supplied with this home necessary will meet
with every satisfaction in procuring from Messrs.
I'essenden a beautiful "New Williams."' These
gentlemen are natives of the United Stales, and came
here in 1874 to ojien up this important branch of
business.

8. Cooper, Devonshire Dairy, 261 Dundas St.
—Milk forms such an important factor ii. the list of
our daily necessities and commodities as to .-lerit due
repre.sentation in a comprehensive work of this kind.
In this branch of industry a lea<ling and prominent
establishment is that so widely and favorably known
as the Devonshire Dairy, conducted by Mr. S.
Cooper. This business was founded by its present
proprietor in 1878, and has, since its inception, en-
joyed a steadily increasing connection. Me has.
convenient and spacious premises at 261 Dundas
Street, where, possessed of all modern improvements^

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hu manufactures a superior quality ,,: hutur and ,,.„«,

an<l carries a full stock of arti. !,■ vrlftinini; t., this

branch, I ra.le. Ik- deals in and Hour milk,

Vfhtp crtam, 1 Jevonshire irmm, .,eu ehteit.. iinls.tw

J he greatent care is taken in all ileparlmentit K.

«e( lire the utmost cleanlinivs, and in the handling of

milk no adulteration is permitted. Mr. Cooper took

« dipjoina at the A({riculture Ami .\rts A>-ociatioi

lj«-ld in London in 1885, for the best collection ol

dairy products. I hisgentleman isa native of IrelanrI,

i)ut came to this country in iSs» sml fi,r i/i «...,. " ■>" — "." r'-"—M '■■■ » iiuuvc 01 i^m,

was actively engaged in /rho"ol\.fcn?ng. His f„rc"; ; XJwife ' ^"'■"''"' "'"'"""'" '°"' ""'""y »
in conducting his present eiiltrprise is highly com 1
mendable, and it may W .t-garded as one of the
leading estal.li.shmeii.s of ii, das, in the city of Lon-
<l"n. Mr. Cooper also manufactures koumiss.

J the coins used are of tl,e ir'.esl .,uality. As a result,
this house enjoys the large • tra.le of the kind in thr
city. I liey carry n tomplei ,iock .,f gents furnisl,
ings, miporting most of th. goods direct from the
manufacturers. The premi>es have a depth of loo
I'" and are four stories hijjh, '1,, whole beini;
devoted to stock an ; manufacturuii; i.urpose.s. Em-
ployment is found for lliiriv hands. jSr. N'icholw
Wilson by whose energy .n,i ability this house has
.lUmiied Its [jresent position, is a native of Lon,; n,

, •■*'• ^ **••»• Watchmakers and Je« ellers.
170 Dundas Street.-The industry in I.H:ks, watches
an,l jL-wellery is an important one all lie wo, id over
a,u IS one which in Canada is slroni^iy represented!
ami in this line we have a leading house in that of
Messrs. ii. iJavis A .Son, who conduct a large busi-
ness as watchmakers and m.inufacluring jewellers.
lhi.s l.usmess was established in 1831 by .\li. Davis,
the s nior member of the firm. The premises are
located at 170 Dundas .Street, and comprise a hand-
somely htted-up store, 15x70 feet in dimensions,
which is fully stocked with a choice sekciiim of the
hne^tjewelleryof chiiste design and peifect execu-
tion. This hrm has a wide connection, and is re-
garded as one of the most reliable in this line in the \
city. They deal extensively in clocks, watches and
jewcleryofall descriptions ; they manufacture any
article to order, and make a specialty of tine watch
repairing, employment being given to six hands all
the year round. (Jold and silver plating, as well as
engraving, are neatly done, while a complete stock |
ot opera glasses and spectacles to suit all ages is I
always on hand. Ihiring its long existence this
house has enjoyed a substantial an,l steadily increas-
ing trade. Mr. Davis is a practical watchmaker,
having fully studied and mastered his art in the regu-
lar course. All goods purchased at this house are
warranted exactly as represented, under all circum-
.stances, and as a result the firm of Messrs. Davis &
Son enjoys the fullest confidence of a large number of
patrons. Mr. Davis is a native of the States, but
came to Canada in 1827, of which country his son is
a native.

",•,?! "•••••• Colonel J. Cole, proprietor.

corner VVelhi.gton and York Streets. There ire f,w
i hotels in Canada better known than the Cousins
I House, ^ot onlyin Canada, but across the line,
this hotel I. freely quoted by the travelling public
and IS very ,nv. sient to both pas.venger and freight
'iepot. It resorted to by innumerable Americans.
j who are proverbially the best ju.lges of a go<xi hotel
I ami It IS made the headquaiters of the "horses
I gentlemen from a ' the country over, whenever
I business or pi,;, „re calls them to London. In like
j manner It is a military 'endezvous, and the scarlet
coatisfrci ntly to be met with lolling abo„i its
halls and reading room, or sauntering in th, vicinity
I Moreover the general public fm,! in the Cousins
I House all thai can be ,lesirefl, and to stay there
I """ 's to reiurn t,. it again. The genial proprietor,
i I olonel Cole, a v< uran who has >een much active
service, makes thii , comfortable for all his guests
and contracts permanent friendships with many oi
them. With regard to the accommodations of the
house, there are 71 bedrooms, suites of rooms and
parlors, with every modern convenience. The hotel
IS It with gas, comfortably heated and well ventila-
te,l. The dining room can accommodate 80 guests
.ind particular atteniion is I I to the meals. There
isasample room, ami a lea,. ng room, an, 1 the bar
IS stocked with the finest licjui.rs and cigar

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■ ,-.H_i:,, 13O Dundas Street. -Wo live in an
; iviiierable significance— which few can
tjii ve— is att.iched to the (pialite ami
•' . :.uter garments. To dress fashionably,
lothes, is no empty boast, nor docs it
, Kcollection of the much .abused "dude,"
however intensely fashionable that indivi.lual is pro-
verbially claimed to be. To dress fashionably is to
<lre.ss we I, with taste and in agreement with the
latest and most approve,! mode. It is, therefore, of
iinportance that each city should be provided with a
taiUir who not only makes himself familiar with the
fashions, but represents them as well. Lomlon is
happy in this respect, posse-sing a tailor— if not a
hrm of them— who is second to none. Nicholas
Wilson * Co. began business in 1S76, and have long I
since established a reputation second to none in
Western Ontario for the I'xcePence both of th,-ir
■workmanship and stock. This house has spared "no
money in order to secure the best possible help, and ''

il> Chapman, I'hotographer, tc, 3ijo'4 Rich-
mond Street.— To produce satisfacto, v and'pleasinc
pictures requires skill, refined taste, .,|.preciation of
the laws of light and shade, a perception of correci
pose, culture, and also much sii: ly n 1 pr.actice, a.
well .as an expensive outfit an<l pr< ,ly arranged
studio. All these requisities mav be louml at the
well-known and popular art roums of Mr. I. Chap-
, man, whose art galleries are located at jgo''^ Rich-
: moml Street, where he I, .s eleganily appointed ami
t'.irnished reception and ,iperating rooms. This busi-
ness was established in 1880, and has since then
pushed itself rapi,lly into the front rank of photo
i;raphic studios, .Mr. Chapman being regarded as one
of the most artistic and skillful phot,3graphers in 1
city famed for its prt productions. The operaline
looms are fitted up in the most approved modern
sty e with all the latest improvements in mechanical
and scientific appliances, while the walls of the recep
lion roonis are adorned with the choicest specimens
ol the photographic art and oil paintings, portraits,
landscapes and crayons. The callery is in every way
efficiently cpiipped with everything needful or useful
lor the effective performance of the best class of work
and IS admirably located. Kine photographs art-
produced from cabinet to life size : and lessons are
giveii in portrait painting, oils an<l crayons, in each
of wr.ic:! departments Mr. Cliapniaii is ihoroughlv
eHicient. This gentleman is a native of England, but
has resided in London and vicinity for the last 30 years

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

■•tfdein* ti 0rown, .eneral Insurance Agents,
\ll)ion Jllock. — Among li, important agencirs cun-
itiiclint; thin line of busim-sH in London, nonr are
more <l<"»crving of mention and none nmrc hilly enjoy
ihi- contidenee of Ihi- public 'han thai of Meurx.
liiildomi v: Bmwn. I Hese (;entlenien . .Ubliahed
tin- agency in i**Jo, ai^ havi- ideir otiices in the
All/ion Hloclt, wh' re they hav. ample facilities and
conunwlious c|uai u r». The r«l«» of the companii'<t
they represent art- as low as any reliable company,
ail ■ all losses are promptly adjusted. As these com-
piiiies protect so large a portion of business men and
citizens, it m.iv l>e well "> notice briefly their chief
characterislii r public favor. The Koyal Insur-
anceCompanj : Eneland, ' it li assets over $26,000,-
<)00,(loes the l.ifjcstbusinc' ''annila; the Western
Assurance Co . of Toronto, ha^ .1 capitil of $1 ,000,000,
anil does a neral fire and mariin business ; the
Norwich Uuion Kire Insurance Socitty, capital,
$5,500,000! the Northern Assurance' •>., of London
and Aberdeen, .iccumulated assets, $i2,ooo,fxx) ;
Connecticut Fire insurance Co., of Hartford, capital,
$l,nfxi,' 1); Ag'icidtiiral Kire Insurance C"o., of
VValerto«n, N.\ , apital and as.sets nearly $jr;oo,-
000, a purely dwelbiiy-house company. In life insur-
ance, Messrs. lleddoroe (V Urown represent the Mutual
Lde Insurance Co., of N V., with assets over
Si 10,000,000, and which is the largest tire insurance
company in the world ; also the Travellers, of
Hartford ; the Mutual Accident A.ssociatiun, Limited,
of Manchester, Lngland, accident and plaie-nlass.
In the line of assurance, Messrs. Beddome cv Urown
liavi- sucieeiloii in buildinj; up a business whi' h is
n )W the le.Tilirif; one in Lon<lon ; while ihe piompl-
ni .< and saljsfactory manner in which all losses have
iicen adj isted in .ill cases have eslablisbed for this
.iL;cncy and the companies they re|)resent a degree of
confidence which correct business prin-
ciples and probity alone could secure.
.Mr. Beddome was born in England,
while Mr. Brown is a native of the
L'liiti ' Slates. Both gentlemen are
well , vn and highly esteemed in the
"Kor.-' ' iiy."

llamas Parkin, Butcher, 265 lUmdas .Street.—
Kew, if any, industries have so important a beaiing in
our commercial fabric as that of the butcher, con-
tributing as he d es the very necessities of our daily
life. Amongst he leading meat markets of the
"Forest City" that of Mr. James I'erkin is deserving
of mention lor the superior (piality of meat always to
be obtained at his establishm»"nt. This house dates
its inception to 1877, when it was started by the pre-
sent proprietor, and has steadily since then main-
tained its position amongst rival stores. Mr. I'erldn
deals in all kinds of fresh and salt meals, bams,
tongues ami country produce. His premises are situ-
ated on 265 Dundas, near Wellington. He delivers
to all parts of the city, and orders are promptly and
elliciently attended to. This gentleman is a native
of England, and came to this country in 1841. He
is regarded as a thoroughly upright and conscientious
business man and enjoys a good trade.

damaa dohnaton, Butcher, 2V Wellington
Street. De.-.ling in avtir!.-- n.~.-rwr.r i.-.r .-i-,;r .-Ir.ily
sustenance, it is not to be .surprised tliat the number
of lho.se engaged in the butchering business should be
larije, but the field of enterprise is also a large one.

Amongst the number engaged in this pursuit it Mr,
James Johnstim, who can on an imjiortant bu»i-
ness as a wholesale and retail dealer in fresh and sail
meats. This b'anch of trade «Bs established by the
I'resenl proprietor in 18.S2, since which lime his trade
s steadily increased. His store, 23x30 feet in siie,
. I(x:ated at 231 Wellington Street, where he ha»
every facility for elliciently conducting, ,'iis business.
He purchases on the m.iiketand also kills himself,
and being a thorough judge of stock, his patrons may
rely on getting everything of the very best. He re-
ceives country produce daily, and all orders will
receive pron-nt attention and will lie delivered to any
part of the 1

Ont.

lohnstnn is a native of Kingston,
in this city for five year>

Oardn li Olvar, rrimers, Hookbinden, Bla,.k
Book Maiuiiai iurers, etc., J')2 Ouiidas .Street.—
Books form such an all-important in lustry in their
various departments, that any enterprise in .u,y way
associated with their compiling and preservation is
deserving of full recognition in a woik of this kind.
•Among-^i the (irominent establishments devoted to
printiiiL' ud bookbi' bnji must be mentioned that of
Messrs. I lardner A er. This business was estab-
lislicd in 1883 by Mr. 1 .ardner, and in lb' present
year Mr. Olver became associaled in the copartner-
ship. The premises occuiiied are located at 292
Dundas Street, and compri-e three spacious flats.

where they comiiict a lirst-class printing house, turn-
ing out .some of the finest specimens of topography to
be ?een in the cily ; they make a specialty of cards,
bill and letter heads, programmes, and every descrip-
tion of commercial printing. The.se gentleman also
conduct an ipiipuriaiii business in bookbinding, and
the inaiuifaci ; .■ of blank books. \ patent renew-
able cover and a palenl pad are lh& ingenious inven-
tions of .Mr. (iarcliier. The facilities of this house are
complete in all their details ; the floor space is ample
tnr all emergencies, with light and sleam power
available for all practical purposes. The machinery
employed embraces ->. new embossing press, cutting
machine, ruling iiiacbine, and other mechanical con-
trivances of the most effective and perfect ilevice.
In its artistic productiims in blank books this house
is without a rival. lOmployment is given to five
assistants, while Messrs. Gardner iV Olver devote
their own lime and attention to the work, and under
their able management this enterprise has become a
prosperous and growing concern. They are also
wood engravers ; and one of the features ol this

papers. They have been awarded two silver medals,
fifteen 1st prizes and eight 2nd prizes for printing
and bookbinding from the different associations.

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CITY OF LONDON

William Hlnton, Wholesale MnmifacUircr of
Fiirniliiie, rnckrtakcr, etc.. 202 Kin^' Street.—
Among the- many indiistrie., largely developed in the
" Forest City" within the past years, that of furniture
has taUen a prominent ])osition, as may be seen by the
establishment and growth of the various houses
engaged in this line of enterprise. One of the best
Unown .and most lil)'rally patronized establishments
in^ the city of London is that coniliicled by Mr.
William llinton as a wholesale manufacturer of bed-
room sets— special attention is drawn to a half-do/en
styles, which are made a specialty, and which in this
particular line enables him to midersell any other
general factory in the vicinity anil table slide's. The
premisx-s occupied by this gentleman ari' located at
202 King .street, which comprise a lliree-storied
budding, 200x40 feet in dimensicjns, which is fully
stocUed throughout with a choice and varied assort'-
nicnt of furniturL- of every description, in which are to
be found a large number of almost indispensable
articles of furniture and ujiholslered goods, and yel
the trade for the mosi part consists oi those articles
which combine use, comfort and adornment to the
home. In this large and diversified stock may be
found common and extension tables, parlor and
chamber suites, centre tables, InifTets, lounges and
every description of upholstered goods. This house
is also prepared to manufacture furniture to order and
guarantee it exactly according to specified reipiire-
ments. The excellent (piality of articles kept in stock
and manufactured at this establishment has met with
public approval and has resulted in a large extent of
business. In addition to the furniture department,
Mr. Hinton carries on a general undei taking estab-
lishment, known as the " Metropolitan 'inineial
Kstablishment," in which important branch he has
facilities une(|ualled by any contemporaneous house.
He has a variety of coffins, caskets and shrouds to
suit all parties and pockets. He has the finest
hearses in the city, one of which is white, the only *
one in London. Mr. Hinton personallv superintends .
all funeral arrangements, and to the entire satisfaction :
of the bereaved friends. In short, in every depart- \
ment his establishment is thoroughly representative '
and well appointed.

become known and appreciated as a man who devotes
his entire time and energies to the task of faithfully
conducting his business on correct principles.

.*'. *•■ Carrie, Bookseller and Slitinner, J17
kichmond Street. — In all the wide range of industrial
l)Uisuits there is not a more interesting occupation
than that .1 the bookseller, ujion which the education
of the masses, and the enlightenment of a people, in
a large measure depend ; the city of London is especi-
ally a city of erudition and culture, the conse(|uenc.'
being that the book trade is of more than ordinary
luiportance. .Amongst the leading booksellers' estab-
lishments ol this city that of Mr. W. L. Carrie takes
prominent rank, both as one of the oldest established
as well as or.e of the most important. The jiremises
utilized for this business are Icjcaled at 417 Richmond
Street, and c oniprise a s|iacious and well-appointed
store, 20x40 feet in dimensions. This book emporium
is known as one of the notable institutions of our city,
where everyihing expected of a first-class establish-
ment IS at hand, including all popular |)ublications ot
our <nvn and foreign countries. ( )f educational works
there is a wide assortment, and it is the aim of the
pro|nietor to keeji his slock of books and periodicals
up to a first-class standard, and keep adding 10 it by
all new publications as ra]iidly as brought out. All
the latest novelties in stationeiy will be found at this-
house, together with a full line of commercial and
legal paper. Mr. Carrie also carries a choice and
varied selection of fancy goods. ( )ne of his successful
points is that lie will not be undersold by any in his
line oi goods ; hence all ]«lronizing him can rely or»
obtaining goods as cheap from him as elsewhere.
This business was established in 1866, and has steadily
maintained its leading position. Mr. Carrie is a
native of Ireland, but has been a resident of London
for the last jo years, where he has gained an enviable
reputation for business integrity and promptness.

James H. Belton, Lumber, Lath, etc., \drk
St. -The establishment of .Mr. James II. Helton is a
thoroughly representative one iii this business. This
gentleman has built up a good trade as a dealer in
lumber, lath, shingles anil cedar posts, as well as
dressed si, ling, flooring and ceiling. This business is
a very old est.ablished one, having been founded in
1853 by Messrs. Willis \ Helton. The first named
retired in 1870, since when this enterprise has been
ccmiucted by .Mr. Helton alone. The vards are
located on both sides of Vork Sireel, between Clarence
and Wellingion, and have a frontage of 75 feet on
each, while permanent employment' is given to I'wc
hands. The facilities here enjoyed are all that could
be desired, a switch connecting with the Grand Trunk
track. Mr. Helton carries a large stock of well
selected lumber, which will bear favorable compari-
son with any similar establishment in the trade, lie
purchases his goods in heavy consignments,and is there-
fore enabled to give to his patrons the benefit of the
most reasonable terms. The grounds include all
necessary offices, sheds, outhouses ami all other kin- !
dred buildings usually I'uund in sucli a yar.l, while 1
the premises may be said to be the best located in the I
country. Mr. Helton is a native of this country, and i
during the many years he has resided here he has

Henry Haskett, House and Sign I'ainter, 250

' Uuiidas Street. — The industrial arts of the city of
London approach as near as possible to perfection,
ard some ol the leading houses display productions
of great meril in the line of sign |)ainting and the
decorating of houses. This is notably the' case with
the establishment of Mr. Henry Haskett, which is the
oldest and one of the best e(|uipped institutions of its
kiml in the city. This business was established by
Messrs. T. Haskett & Son in 1S42, which firm, ia
1S62, was succeeded by .Messrs. J. it II. Haskett,
and again in 1880 the business went into the sole
.management of the present proprietor, .Mr. Henry
j Haskett. This house has an extensive connection all
[ over the city, and has decorated some of the finest
houses and |iublic buildings in London. He conducts
a live business as a house and sign jiainter and deco-
rator, and dealer in wall [lajier, paints, oils, varnish,
glass, etc., the assortment being a large and well
selected one. .Mr. Haskett emjiloys an average of
eight hands the year round for the due fulfillment
of contracts undertaken in painting, frescoing, paper-
hanging and the other branches of the business.
Particular altentitm is paid to the higher <legrees of
the arts ot painting and sign writing, for which
artistic work Mr. Haskett is famous, am\ of which he
makes a specialty. .Mr. Haskett is a native of
Ireland, Inili has lived in this city for 40 years, where
he has gained a reputation as a thoroughly reliable
business man.

UKPRESENTATIVE HUSINKSS M K N

man who devotes
task of faithfully
rineiples.

il Stationer, J17
ranj:;eof indiistrial
:sU])g oct\ipation
licli the education
nt of a people, in
London is esjieci-
the Co:isei|Uenci
ore than ordinary
moksellcrs' estab-
'. L. Carrie takes
oldest established
The premises
at 417 Kichinond
il well-ap]iointed
is hook emporium
iilions of our city,
st-class tstal)lish-
ar iniblications of
■(Uualional works
is the aim of the
s and periodicals
) addinji to it by
rouylu out. All
1 lie found at this
commercial and
es a choice and
? of his successful
old by any in his
; liim can rely on
in as elsewhere.
, and has steadily
VIr. Carrie is a
idem ol London
lined an enviable
proinpiness.

ign Painter, 250
s of the city of
lie to perfection,
)lay productions
lainting and the
ily the rase with
u'lt, wliich is the
nstittilions of its
IS established by
, which firm, in
A- IL Haskett,
at into the sole
or, Mr. Henry
■e connection all
r!:e of the finest
1. Hecoiiilucts-
jinter and deco-
Is, oils, varnish,

large and well
s an average of

due fulfillment
rescoing, paper-
f the business,
igher degrees of
ing, for which
mil nf wliicli he

is a native of
40 years, where
roughly reliable

C> -Stuekwcll, Steam Dye and Cleaning Works,
259 Dundas Street. A well-known steam dyeing
and cleaning establishment in London is that of Mr.
C. Slockwell, whose olhre and wcjrks are located at
259 Dundas Street. 'I'ho preniisesare 17x90 feet, a'i
stories and basement, all of which is utilized by this
industry. The business was e>tal)lished in 1S6.S. Cicn-
tlemen's suits, ladies' suits, hou.-.e furinture, such as
])iano covers, lace and damask curtains, kid gloves,
feathers, etc., are cleaned, dyed and finished in the
most !ip])roved manner. The scouring of this estab-
lishment is done by steam and chemical process, with
special machinery. 'I'he premises occupied arc
s|)acious, and five assistants are employed. Ostrich
feathers are also thoroughly cleaned and made to
look like new. This feature is niaile a specialty.
.Samples of work done ly this gentleman can be seen j
at his office, and the (|uality of it speaks for itself. |
Mr. .Stockwcll has been a n -ident for a number of]
years and claims to be a native of Kngland.

Reliable Gallery," a title to which it is fully entitle<l.
Parties contemplating having their own or jiarents
desiring their children's ])ictures taken can with every
confidence seek an interview '. th the genial proprie-
tor of the " Old Reliable (lallery." Mr. Cooper,
«ho is of Irish descent, is a native of this country,
and widely and favorably known in the " I'orest
Citv."

W. S. Meddoweroft, Merchant Tailor and
Gents' Kurnislier, etc., cor. llorton and Wellington
Streets. — In the complexities of city life the business
of merchant tail(;ring may be regarded as one of the
greatest inii)ortance, in furnishing those evidences of
refinement and taste that are represented in fashion-
able and well-fitting garments. .\s merchant tailor
Mr. W. S. Meddoweroft has •arneii a well deserved
reputation for excellence of worl;ni;inship, artistic
skill and linish. He keeps on hand a large stock of
broadcloths and woollens from the best markets, and
all wcjrk done is guaranteed to suit. lie gives con-
stant employment to eight hands, and all work is
done under hi-, personal supervision. The business
was established by Mr. Hiblntt. Mr. Meddoweroft
purchasing the good-will and stock in trade n 1SS5.
The premises are )()X22 feet, with a work-room in
the rear. In addition to this Mr. Meddoweroft deals
in household furniture, which he sells on the weeklv
payment plan, and is rapidly working up a good
business, lie is a native of old London, and has
been a resident of the city for the past two years.
Miss Meddoweroft, daughter of the abfive-named
gentleman, carries on a dress-making business in the
second flat, and gives employment to five e\|)erienced
hands. She is pushing and energetic, and flu- busi-
ness is rapidly increasing under the inlhience of her
personal supervision.

Jo'in Cooper, riiolographer, 440 Clarence St.—
The gentleman whose name heads this article, Mr.
John Cooper, established his business 29 years ago,
and since that time has devoted his time and attention
to the study an<l development of the art in all its
phases and dejiartments with such energy and assi-
duity that he is now recot;nized far and wide as a
most artistic and skillful photographer, famed for the
superiority of his art productions. The oliices and
reception rooms of NIr. Cooper are situated at 440
Clarence Street, and the operating room is fitted up
with the latest improved apparatus and appliances.
The light is so arranged as to ensure the most satis-
factory and pleasing results, and all the arrangements
are in every way first class. A speciaitv of the house
is the production of large pictures and grouiis, the
facilities in every way being all that could be desired.
Mr. Cooper copies any old picture, enlarges or
reduces it if recptired, and warrants every satisfaction.
His establishment has gained the name of the " Okl

J. Fulchor, Livery and Hoard Stable, Dundas
Street. Among the active enterprise,^ of a city like
London the business of livery, sale nn<l boarding
stables occupies, necessarily, an ini]iortant place,
contributini; as they do to the pleasure, convenience
and actual necessities of the community. .\mong
the most notable establishments of this class in the
city is that conducted by Mr. I. r'ulcher. Though
but recently establishe<l this stable has a wide repu-
tation, and is the most jiopular one in the city. Mr.
Lulcher has some ten horses for riding ])urposes, all
of superior stamp, most of them have lieen hunted
with liounds, and can be relied upon as good fencers,
while they are also available for driving purposes.
The premises occujiicil by Mr. Fulcher are situated
cm Dundas Street, at the hack of the (irant House,
where he has convenient and well arranged stables,
though his rapidly increasing connection v. ill neces-
sitate the obtaining of a larger buihling. In ibis
country riding is fast attaining a growing pomdarity
as a national pastime, and in this line no better in-
structor can be found than Mr, I'ulcher : since his
residence in this country he ha^ occupied the respon-
sible position of Riding Master to the llellmuth
Ladies' College, and he also gives instruction to
classes or private pupils in the city. He has every
facility for turning out a well appointed four-in-hand
or tandems, while as a hnndler of the ribbons, he is
not to be beat in the Province. Mr. h'ulcher
has had a large and varied experience with horses.
Since his arrival in this city he b.is been inaiidv
instrumental in establishing the LoiicUm Hunt Club,
and now hunts the hounds in connection with iha'
institution ; and in the face of ccuisiderable difficulty
he has placed the Hunt Club on a solid and enduring
basis. Mr. b'ulcher is a thorough judge of a horse,
and those wishing to buy or sell will llnd this gentle-
man an efficient medium for the transaction of busi-
ness. He is a native of Kngland, a boM and fearless
rider, anil very popular with all who know him.

Mrs. S. Woodllffe, I'ruits, l-'lowers, etc., 248
Dundas Street. — This business was first established
by Mrs. .S. Woodliffe <m the market. Iler trade
became so large that she found it necessary to nu5ve
to more commodious quarters at -'48 Dumlas .Street.
The stock of fruits is large and varied, and of the
best (juality, which is sold at as low a price as is con-
sistent with legitimate trade. Mrs. Wooilliffe also
deals in flowers of every description. I'uneral and
wedding designs are made a s|)ecialty, of which there
are some very Ijeautiful ilesignson hand. A specially
is made of embalmed flowers in every conceivable
style, at moderate prices. Having teleph<uie con-
nection you need not leave your home to ^ive your
orders, anil may rest assured your favors, whether by
telephone or otherwise, will receive prompt attention.
The premises are very commodious, being iXvcn fijet
in dimensions, and centiallv located, being midway
between Wellington and Clarence Streets. Mrs.
WoodlilTe is an English woman by birth, and has been
a resident of the city for a number of years past.

CITY OF L0N1>()N

John Low, r.i'U ami Brass Kminilcr, 121 Clarence

Slreel. An iniiiorlanl and cdmiirehensive business
is that of ;■ bell ami brass f.nuKi. r, ami ..ne which
re.uiires much mei-hanical skill ami a loni; practical
experience. In tiiis line we have in Lnmlon a prunii
nent repiesenlalive in Mr. John Law, who has a
wide reputation as a bel! and brass founder. Ihi>
business was established by him in i.S-;4. «ilh iiromi-
.ses on Kiehmoiul and Dundas .SlreeN, 1ml ui 1S77
he moved tu more >paci(ms quarters on (. larence
Street, between the railwn\ track and \ 01k Street.
Mr. Law cast the largest bell ever hunu in (•ana<la,
namely, that for the market house of (150 \\>>. ; last
abellof 135 lbs. for the Blood Indian Ml^Mon (.hurcli,
subscribed for by the children of the Sunday school

of Dundas Centre. Mr. Law manufactures a !;eiieral
line of bells, such as hand, door, table and house bells
and has taken a diploma three times at the Western
Fair for a selection of bells. He also does a t»encral
business in brass foundry work, including Imishing,
repairing and making to order all articles perlaiiiing
to this branch. We manuricture and put up numbers
for houses, and contract to number the houses in
towns, cities and villages. We manufacture electric
machines and do repairs ; we also make up ijurlels
for the Patent Office. Mr. Law is a native of Leeds,
Eng and, has been in this country since 1S54, and is 111
all branches of his trade thoroughly versed and
experienced, while his charges consistent with high
class work and finish are most moderate.

which the house enjoys a wide populariiy. Mi. Yeo
also Ueeiis a adl set of goods lo sujiply S()cials,
parties, etc., while a specially is made of coal oil and
good teas at legitimate prices. The store, which is
100x27 feet in 'dimensions, 's always supjili'-'d with
iiiiy article neeileil, either for use or adornment, in
the crockery and china line for either tli ■ home i)f
the rich man or .hat of the laborer. Mr. Neo is a
native of Devonshire, Kngland, and has been m this
e(mnlry for 38 years, 20 of which have been spent in
London.

Cox 8f Co., Stock UroUeis, Masonic liuilding.—
The gentlemen whose names head this article may
be ranked amongst the most popular and well-
i known of stock brokers. Many important tinancia.
I transactions that are daily recorded aie manipulated
i by them. The head oflict of this linn is locted at 2(>
I Tor >nto Street, Toronto, where il has been established
I for the lasi 1 1 years, during which time it has steadily
! pushed itself into the front rank of brokering business
j in the 1 )omini(m, while the reputation of the house for
reliability and straightforward dealing is widespread.
Messis. Cox i"; Co. have inlim.ate relations with lead-
ing operators, not only in Canad- but in the I'mted
: States, while they have priv-te wires connecting with
' stock operating centres, as Chicago and Oil City, as
well as direct comnumication between their oftice
here anc' Toronto, while they ..re also represented at
St. Thomas, Woodstock, Ingersoll, Hamilton,
I'eterborou'jh, Montreal, (,^iuebec and other chief
points of Upper and L-ower Canada. The business
done by this Company is not excelled by that of an\
contemporaneous lirm in the country. .Mr. Cox,
who is a thorough man of business, is most popular
in all communities. The London branch was opened
in May last, and is under the able man.igement of
Mr. \V. K. Kains, a gentleman who thoroughly
understands all thedetails and opeiationsof his intri-
cate business, aid is capable of giving information to
all desiring it in stocks, grain, provisions and 01' He
is a native' of this country, and in every w;.y (lualified
for the important position he holds.

N. F. Yeo, Wholesale and Retail China Hall,
Dundas Street.— In this line of business London has
some notable houses, amongst which that of the-
China Hall, conducted by Mr. X. V. \ eo, is entitled
to more than ordinary notice. This house was estab-
lished some ten years ago. The present preinises
comprise a three-storied building, which is fully
stocked with a choice variety of china, silver-ware,
cutlery, crockery, fancy goods, chandeliers and lamp
goods, stone and earthen ware, all of good material
and many ol chaste design and execution I his
house imports direct from manufacturers in Kngland,
France, Cermany and the United St.ates, and other
foreign countries, while the stock embraces every
article known to the tr.ade, and the sale of this indis-
pensable article of merchandise c(mstitnles no iimm- :
porlant element of the mercantile interests of the
" Forest City."' This is ime of the few houses in '
W^estcrn Ontario importing dirtrily from foreign
manufactories, the facilities o( the himse being u.i-
surpassed. The principle of this establishment is
one price, small profits and quick returns, hence you
do not have to pay for others' bad debts, acting on 1

A. M. Smith & Co., V hnlesale C.rocers, Dun-
das Street.— .\mong the leading grocery establish-
ments of LoniUm is t'.iat of A. M. Smith & Co.
This house was founoed some 30 years ago— bemg
one of the oldest in the city- by the late Simpson
Smith, father of the present proprietors. In 1879
he died, when A. M. Smith succeeded him, and in
1883 the existing copartnership was formed, con-
sisting of Messrs." A.M. Smith and C. I!. .Smith,
trading under the firm name of A. M. Smith & Co
Their warehouse, which extends from Dundas Street
to Market Square, is 150 feet long and four stories
high, the whole being d- -i..d exchi.sivcly to stock.
M'essrs. A. M. Smith import direct full and

complete lines of gn.- dealing in nothing but

pure, line goods. A sijl; ..ly is made of tea, which
is of excellent (piality. Thi", indeed, can be said of
the whole stock m f.ade, as here is no hner stock of
goods in Lond't". than that carried by A. M. Smith
& Co., which is bought for cash and sold at close
prices. The trade enjoyed is a large one, and is
constantly extending over Western Ontario. But
this is a well-known house, and has long since estab-
lished a lirst-class reinitation for excellent goods,
close iirices, and honorable and straightforward
dealing. This firm is energetic and enterprising,
and po.ssesses rare business abilities.

UEPUESENTATIVE lilSINKS^S MEN

Charles Chapman, HucjUbimler nn<l Accomu
li.MiU Mcmifacuirc-r, 'ti l)urul;i^ Strcft. -Thu pro-
gft;-.sivL- S| irii of Ihc ugL', wiili mmcmci' ami ii.vuntivi-
i;iniu>, liavc ^jrc.Uly iiicicaseil ihi.' lumilicr (il prim-
Mj; e talilislunc'iiis, ami as a it'suit the liadf i>f liimk-
liiiiilinj; forms no uniiiiponant factor in the iiuliislrics
of our co'.nilvy. Mo.sl of our ^real literary men , alion;-

art- [niblished in tlic p.iyes of purioilicals, ami in the

lirescrvatim of tho,,e valuablu journals wc appeal to AtkinS & Mann«8S, Ci^ar Manuf.iclurer~, 422
the art ol the booUl.imlcr. In this iiKiustry we have RichmomlStriet, I'alace I'l^ar factory. Mr. William
an able reprv--entalive in Mr. Charles ('hapman, who Alkins comnKiuecl the manufacture of cit;ars in lS7o>
conducts a leading; business as .1 booUbiiuler. account and is thu,-. the oldest one en^a^ed in tliat industry in
book inanufacturir, and dealer in nriists'_ materials, tliecity. This year he formed a ci>partner: '

and in thc^ liest inleresti of its policy-liolilers. To
Mr. John Stephenson, its popular and cfticieiil
Mana'jjer, is larjjely due the credit of carrying to a
successful issue this important instilulion which has
proved so benelicial to many |iroperly ijolder^ ami
others lhroui;ho'il thi> I'r;)vince, to 'shich the oper-
)f this Company are conlined.

This establishment dates its Miceiition bark to 1S55,
since which time, by strict altentum to his business
and by the superior execution of his work, tlie tiade
of tlie h<iiis- has steadily increased, liookbinding <if
every kind is executed with a view to n;'atness, taste
.Til durability, maga/ines, music, periodicals, law
ooks and works 1;.'' art beinj; bound in any sty"

with
Mr. S.imuel Manness, tradini; under the lirm name
of Atkin.-. iV .Maimess. They em])loy ten luen, all of
whom beUjiig to the " Union," ami they are therefore
skillful workmen. The weekly outjnit is from 10,000
to 12,000 cigais. Kxperieiice is never to be despised,
as in fad, it constitutes a leading factor in business
as in everything else. Tlie (pialily ol Canadian

re(|uire(l. A spc-ially !■; made of the mamifac'ture of cigars has been steadily iin|)roving, as the demam.

all kinds of books jjcjuired for banks ami loan com grew for a liner and superior article, fostered no

panics, also account books lor mercantile and inanu- doubt, by the importation of line brands. Keeping

facturing linns. Artists" materials of all sorts are abreast therefore with the (lemand was gaining

kept constantly on hand, inclmling oil and water exiierience and familiarity with th' wants of the

colors of the purest make, brushes, canvas, acaileiny market, an ac<iuisition ol prime importance. The

boards, crayons, etc. Mr. Chapman is a native of bramls manufactured at the " Palace Cigar Factory "

Kngb.nl, but lias been a long resident of the "I'orest have always found a ready ami an ever increasing

City," where he has gaineil for himself a name and sale, demonstrating iiie fact that the demands of the

reputation for honorable and slraiglitforwa'd dealing, market, whatever they were, were fully satisfied.

1 le is now Secretary for the School of Art of London, The principal brands which bear the impress oT this

)f which institntion he is also a prominent teach'-r.

lirm need only to be mentioned, as they are favorites
and largely S(dd. I hey are " Miranda," "Creole,"
••Red Cap,"' "Diamond,"" " Frolic," and "Silver
Sliield.'" In the manufacture of cigars Messrs.
.Atkins & Manness u.se Havana seed wrp|)pers and
Havana llller, and the article produced will compare
with the linest in the market. .Messrs. Atkins iV
.Manness are f;jntlemen of energy and piactical

villi a

Huron and Middlesex Mutual Fire Insur-

anoe COk^pany, 98 Dundas ;,ireel.--The Huron
and Middlesex Mutual Fire Insurance Company of
Lo!. '.on is highly leccanmended as nuich for its
econo.ny as for its safety, the perfection ol both
having apparently been reached by its operations, as

indicated by the liberal share of p.atronage accrded ability, being alw.\vs abreast of the times
the organization by the leading merchants and prop- standard article,
crty owners of this city. 'I""liis Company was estab- ,

lished in 187S, and during the eight years of its ex- A. Westman, Impoi vi of and Healer in Hard-
istence its operations have gradually iiut suiely in- I ware, in Dundas Street. — The large hardware
creased, till it now takes raiik as one of the leading , trade carried on Ijy Mr. A. Westman was established
and most reliable hre insurance companies in tlit some seventeen years ago at iii Dundas Street, with
Province. It is a local oigani/alion and shouhl . also a branch store at 654 Dundas Street F;ast.
therefore be preferred to foreign corporations. It is i The princit al store is 90 ft. dee|) and three stories
conc'ucted on the mutual system, and there are thus ■ in heiglii , ith basement, every available space b.'ing
no outside dividends to pay, each policy-holder reap utilised i.u stock. The stock, which is very heavy,
iug the advantage of the shrewd and conservative , consists primipallyof shelf hardware, aspecialty being
policy adopted by the executive of the Company, male of moulders' and coopers' tools, line cultery,
which last) ear amounted to a saving of 20 ]ier cent, and builih-rs" hardware; he also handles extensively
The annual reports of this institution have shown a Rodgers". Taylor's, Wilson's, and Lockwood's goods,
marked yearly increase, while the Company has ' In his ftock of edge tools Mr. Westman is without
e(|ually gained in popularity and exten.ied its liehl of a sujierior in Western Ontario. He is agent for the
operations. The policies issued are most liberal and | South Bend Chilled Plough Co., whose ploughs are
comprehensive, covering losses liy lightning to prop- 1 iirou .unced by those who have used them to be the
erty or to live stock on' the l)reinises. They insure ' finest in the market. The " Chilleil Plough " has
all kinds of properly, and losst-s are promptly an- I secured for its manufaclnrers an enviable reputation,

' and while it is already largely in use, is destined to
supersede the less practical jiloughs, much vaunted

justed without vexatious or litigious delay. The
head office is at 98 DundasSlreet, while the Hoard of
' )ii :' rs comprises : L. C. Leonard, y.sq.. President :
D. .M.Cameron, Ksq., .M.P.. N'lce President ; R. S.
Murray, F"s(|., Richard Soutliain, F's<|., Henry John-
son, Esq., George Samwell, I-^sip, Richard Shoults,
l'".s(|., J.P., Thomas Jones, I'.sq., J P., and James
McKenzie, Ks(|. The unr|uestionable reputation and
-HMid financial standing of thci- gcntli'mm are a
sufficient guarantee to the public of safe manageinent
and permanent solvency. Its business career has
always been directed by a wise and honorable policy.

in the market. .Mr. Westman handles also the goods
of the Meridcn liritaniiia Vo the most famous
manufacturers of silver plated ware in the world.
Mr. Westman is a -direct importer, and buys for
cash, offering the advantages to the cuslonier which
s'lch a system enables him to do. The trade enjoyed
is one of the largest west of Toronto, and is ron-
stantly increasing. Mr. Westman is essentially a
self iiiaile man, and has worked his way up by energy
and integrity.

C'll'Y OF LONDON

Hisoox's Big Livory, George T. Iliscux, pro-
prietor, 202 anil 202i Uiiiulas Street. A livery
stalilc is a iiKist essential institution both for pleasure
and convenience. To he able to coniniaiui at any
moment a horse ami rig for a drive in the
country, or for Inisiness or other purposes, is a
pii\ilege, the value of which cannot be too highly
estiuialed. Foremost among the liveries of London,
and tlie oldest in ('anada, is the well-known resort
of George T. lliscox. It was eslablished in 1S37
by the laie Thomas lliscox, and in iSOS the present
proprietor .succeeded to a substantial and thriving
patronage. In 1S72 the stables were burned down,
and notwilhslanding that the loss was heavy, the
new stables, much larger and more commodious.

were ready for occuiialitui within thirty days. The
stables are furnished with gas, ihe stalls are roomy,
and the entire building is well ventilated, and the
office and harness room is lireproof. The horses, of
which there is a very large number, are always in
excellent condition, and the coupes, hacks, buggies,
sleighs, cutters, etc., are not surpassed. In 1872
Mr. lliscox adiled a new feature to his liusiness, that
of monliily sales of stock, namely horses, carriages,
harness, etc., these auctions being conducled by a
competent auctioneer, and horse dealers and others
have found it of considerable advantage. Mr Hiscox,
who is a gentleman of much intelligence and energy,
is the father of "Livery Reform." A number of
years ago livery keejiers were licensed under
nnmicipal councils, wdiich aflorded them no pro-
tection whatever against the un.scrupulous hirer, a
livery hire Ijeing a civil debt. Recognising the dis-
advantages of so imperfect a system, Mr lliscox at
once took steps towards the inauguration of a law
which, while just and e<|uitable in principle, would
afford substantial protection to the '.!very keeper.
In the meantime he consulted the late M. C.
Cameron, <^.C., of Toronto, and received from that
eminent jurist an opinion, Ihe luirport of which was
in substantial agreement with theo]iinion entertaini.'d
hv Mr. lliscox. namely, that niiutcipal corporations
had no power to exact any fee other than the cost
of the license. A test case was made of it in the
law courts, and Mr. Cameron's opinion was upheld ;

and a law has since been passed embodying the
principle and substance of the opinion of counsel ;
and livery keepers being now licensed uniler the
I'olice Comndssi(,ners, full protection is given, while
every facility is Uforded to collect what the horses
honestly earn. .Mr. lliscox is one of the largest
owners of real estate in the city ; lie has taken a
lively interest in public affairs, and has been elected
alderman a number of times, lie is also I'res; lent
of the Horticultural .Society ol the city, and a
! Director of the Western I'air, and is a gentleman
I popular and esteemed by all classes. Those de-
I sirous of buying, selling, or exchanging hor.ses can
rely on thorough fair and sipiare dealing at his
establishment.

Clarence House, II. M. Ryan, proprietor,
corner King and Clarence Streeis. -Amongst the
well known hotels of the city the Clarence House
has long been regarded as a most popular and coni-
forlable house of call, offering every inducement to
families and commercial men, ami special home
comforts to boarders. This house was established
by Mr. J. 11. Ryan 20 years ago. The present pro
prietor, Mr. II. .M. Ryan, in May of last year took
possession, at which time it was thoroughly refitted
and remodeled in a most thorough manner, wilh all
modern conveniences and arrangements. The rooms
are large, airy and well ventilated, and furnished
with every cmisideration to comfort and neatness.
There is sleeping acconiniodation for thirty giiesis,
while the ilining room provides sitting room for
twice that number. The table is a most liberal one,
at all times provided uilh choice viands and delica-
cies in season. .Mr. Ryan, the present proprietor, is
a native of this country, and is a most genial and
obliging host, eagei to do everything to provide for
the due ccunfort and accommodation of his guests.
The rates of this house are one dollar per day, with
special terms to boarders, and visitors trying this
house once are sure to return.

Edward Palmer, Cigars, Tobaccos and Hilliard
Parlors, .;7() Richmond .Street. -Asascientillc. recrea-
tive and f.-scinating pastime the game of billianls
may appropriately be ranked among the most po|)ular
existing at the present day, whether in public parlors
or private residences. It .affords an elegant as well as
an instructive and scientific amu.sement for all. A
most popular resort for this favorite game is the well
furnisheil billiard parlor of Mr. Edward I'alnier,
located at 376 Richmond Street, opposite the
Masonic Tem))le. The tables are in perfect condition
for billiards or 00"!. every convenience is provided,
and the rough element at all times excluded. The.se
rooms enjoy a wide popularity, and receive the
patronage of the better class of citizens. In connec-
tion with billiards, .Mr. I'alnier efficiently conducts a
cigar and tobacco store. The popularity of the
various brands of cigars handled by this gentleman,
has been secured by the efforts of the enterprising
proprietor to deal in only reliable and uniform goods
of standard reputation from the best manufacturers.
He also deals in plug, smoking and chewing tobaccos,
pipes, and everything in the line of smokers' sun<lries.
Mr. I'almer is himself a thorough judge of good
cigars, an item well worthy the ronsiderntinn of con-
sumers in search of the genuine article. Mr. Palmer
is highly popular, and enjoys an extensive acquaint-
ance and patronage within the city and surroundings.

H K P R K S K X r A 'I' 1 V K lU " S I \ i; S S M M N

I eml)o(lying the
liiiioii of counsel ;
coiisod undtr the
ion is yiven, while
ct whal the horses
ne of tlie largest
y ; he has taken a
I has lieeii electeil
! is also I'res; lent
the eily, and a
nd is a jjentlemaii
.sses. Those ile-
in^iiij; horses can
e (lealint; at his

<yan, proprietor,

s. -Amongst the

Clarence House

popular and com-

ery inducement to

nd special home

e was established

The present pro

of last year took

horoiighly reliUeil

manner, with all

lents. The rooms

■d, and furnished

i>rt and neatness.

1 for thirty gnesis,

silting; room for

most liberrtl one,

iands and delica-

senl proprietor, is

most genial and

ing to provide for

tion of his guests.

liar per day, with

isitors trying this

)accos and liilliard
ascienlilic. recrea-
game o( liilliards
; the most popular
r in public parlors
elegant as well as
meiit for all. A
e game is tlie well
Edward Palmer,
et, opposite the
1 perfect condition
ience is provided,
excluded. These
and receive the
i-ens. In connec-
ciently conducts a
popularity of the
iy this gentleman,
f the enterprising
md uniform goods
est manufacturers,
chewing tobaccos,
smokers' sundries.
;h judge of good
isideration o( eon-
icle. Mr. Palmer
xtensive acquaint-
tnd surroundings.

Tho London Tamparano* Ooffaa Heusa,

J, 4 and 5 Market .'square, ji. Cottam, Proprietor.
Desirable restaurants and coffee houses form no
unimportant branch in thr list of public insliinlions
in any city, and in lliis .p. London is well repre-
sented. Amongst ihe favorite and popular resorts is
th.at known as the Londoji Temperance (.'offee I louse,
which, during the seven years it has been in existence,
hasac(|uired a high reputation, where meals can be
procured at a mcj>t moderate price and wiihoul I'lo
surroundings of li.puirs. Tlietable isalwayssuppi mI
with abundant suljstantial food, and is well jialro,!-
ized, every home comfort being offered, with rending
roou' and sitting r(jom. In connection with this
establishment, Mr t'oliam curies on an important
industry in birds, dealing in all kinds of foreign and
domestic singing and talking birds, including a most
varied assortment of canaries, mocking birds, parrot
and other f.ancy birds. .V i^ood supply of all popular
specimens of the feathered tijbe may at all limes be i
found liere, and orders for any siiecialty will be •
|iroinplIy executed upon reasonable terms. Mr. !
(/ottam is the m.uiufaclurer of (,'oilam's celebraieil
.Mocking liird hood, (Jerman I'asle, I'.ird Medicines, ;
etc. It iscarefully made from the very best materials [
that can be procured, and under his own suiiervision,
froin forinid.e preferre 1 bv the most experienced bird ;
fanciers. Mr. Cottam has made a lifedong study of j
birils, and, as nothing adds more to the cheerfulness '
of a home than a feathered songster, lover.- of birds i
will be amply repaid by a visit to hi.-, establishment, i
l'"all directions will be cheerfully given by this gentle-
man Iniw to keep a bird in health and song ; bird {
medicines are made upon the shortest notice, and I
•advice res|)ecling sick birds given free. The London |
TeiTiperance Coffee House is thus a most com] re- |
hensive establishment. In the one department board '
ancl lodgings may be obt.ained by the d.ay or week, i
while warm meals and lunch are served at all hour> !
.11 lowest rates. In the other the finest colleelifm of;
birds in London may be seen. .Mr. Cottam is a
native of h'.ngland, but has been for ten years a
re-ident of this city, where he is highly respected and
esteemed.

U'iiere ciui we fltu! a r.-ilin retreat,

Wlien pilH;he.i willi coIil or faint with I1e.1t,

With word to elieer --nui lots to eat V

'I'ite Coffee Iloii-e.
Where can we jjet our full of cheer
\\'ithout the aid of rum or heer,
.Nnd not a meal a cent too dear?

The Coffee House.
Where do we meet a welcome smile.
The -ad and loiie'y to Ijeijuile,
Nor hear a word that's rough or vile ?

The ColTee Mouse.
What rende/\ous on niarl<et ilays
(lets alwa>s undivided praise
Hy those who (Irive to town in sleighs'.'

The Colfee Mouse.
Who pays attention all the same.
No matter what the rank or name,
lle't son of toil or lofty dame '.'

The ColTee Mouse.
Who strugijle not for wealth or name—
A conscience clear is laore than fame —
The puhlic good their earnest aim'.'

I'he ColTee Mwuse.
Returninj; thanks to patrons all.
Respectfully we ask a call ;
Our cups of cheer cause none to fall,

The ColTee House.

In jjivinj; thanks for all past favors.

It stilt shall be our best endeavors

To happy make our friends and neighbors,

I'he Coffee House.

.Market Square, London

I John S. Paaroa ft Oe., Seed .Merchanls, etc.,
Diindas .Street. -'Ihis house was e.slablisheil in l,St)4,
being originally carrieil on imder llie name of the
Canadian .Agricultural lOmporium, o( which .Mr.
Weld, iKjw editor of the Fttimoi Aiivoajl,-, Lonilon,
w.as the proprietor. Aflerwartls the linn of l'earce|
We'd \ Co. was formed mi iSSi, with Mr. I'earce as
manager anil director of the business ; under this
name the house was conducted until |,SS5, when Mr.
I'earce assumed entire control, trading under the
name of John .S. I'earce S: Co. This is the largest
seed house in the city. With regard to the stock

carried it embraces complete lines of seeds of all de-
scriptions, including liritish and foreign, the two
latter being imported ; also ilairy goods, and cheese
manufacturers' supplies. " Reliable Seeds " is their
motti), and the care and close attention that they
exercise in buying and testing their seeds fully bear
out this fact, to s.ay nothing about the hundreds of
testimonials the linn have from customers all over the
Oominiim. One of their customers actually took 134
prizes on vegetables, all grown from their seeds, at
live exhibitions in the fall of 1SS6, one of which was
(he Provincial at Cuelpli. Tliey do not advertise
cheai) seeds, and never intend to do so. In buying
their stock il is a tpiestion of ipiality anil not ])rice,
the latter being only a secondary consideration. The
successful handling of seeds rcipiires a great deal of
care and closeattention on the part of all the employees
in the establishment, together with good executive
ability on the part of the manager. These qualities
are well combined in Mr. Pearce and all his einploy-
ees. Excellence in all departments is indeed a lead-
ing feature ot this house, while the ]irices compare
most favorably with any similar establishment in the
Dondnion. The premises are necessarily large and
commodious, having a depth of 140 feet, four stories
high, 'he whole being devoted to the storage of an
immense stock. Mr. Pearce has built up a t'rade, of
which any one might be proud, by perseverance,
energy and enterprise, with which he combined
excellent business lility and honorable and upright
dealings.

CITY OF LONDON

Th« Cmpir* Oil Oo., London, Messrs. J. K.
Minliinnick\ H. Kiasch --The discovery (.f pclro-
Iciiiii could not fail to devclo]> material iiiiere>.is in a
city like London, and in this connection an impurt-
ant estalilisliinent is that of the Knipire Oil t'oniany,
whose products are so favoraldy known throu(;houi
this Province. This Coirfpany has for a nuiid.er of

years been actively engaged in this enlcrjirise, and
they are now extensively manufacturing their cele-
brated Royal I'alace Light Illuminating Oil, as well
as a favorite brand known as Aurora. Thess oils are
guaranteed e(|ual to the very best water white Ameri-
can ; they will not smoke or euut any disagreeable
smell while burning; they are maimfactured by patent
process, and cannot be surpassed by any brand of oils
on this continent. Amongst other oils of this tlom-
Ijany is the Castor Kngine Oil for machinery, the
Herculei Cylinder Oil, as well as other tine lubrica-
ting oils, which are subject to the highest lire lest
known. Their mineral turps for painters' use are in
great demand. In petmleum, in the manufacture of
which this lirm is extensively engaged, having erected
a plant especially for this purpnse,"they arc ]ndducing
an article eijual to any American proiluct, which they
are supplying in large cpi.tntities to the leading drug-
gists of the coinitry. The petroleum tinne(rout by
the I'impire Oil Co. is the same substance known as
va:.-eline, is made from jietroleum only, purilied
without the aid of acid, is oderiess and tastele.-s, and
will not become rancid in any climate. They also
manuf.icture car-axle oil, axle grease and hot box
grease. The gentlemen composing this Company are
.Mr. John K. Minhinnick and Mr. Herman I'rasch.
Both members have had a long and varied experience
in oils, Mr. Minhinnick having for over twenty years
been identilied with this |)ursuit, while Mr. I'rasch is
a chemist of profound science in the manufacture of
petroleum and its products, having been associated
for several years with the well-known lirm of .Meriam
& Morgan, of Cleveland, Ohio, CS. Their giounds
and factories cover a large area, ami are supplied with
all modern improvements and machinery for conduct-
ing this important enterprise. Their trade is a very
large one, and the demand is fully e(|ual to the
sup])ly. They have branch oflices in Toronto, .'^l.
Thomas and Petrolea, while by the manufacture of
goods in such large cpiantiiies they are enabled to
oiler their product- at such rates as cannot easily be
duplicated, while for quality their goods cannot be
surpassed. ISoth gentlemen at the head of this con-
cern .are experienced business men, and have made
this oil manufacture ami trade a specialty for years.

Fraser House, J. I'raser, I'roprietor, corner
Talbot and King .Streets.— In the number and
quality of her hotels, London is strongly represented,
and amongst those enjoying a liigh reputation for the
embodiment of all those essentials to a firs'-class '
establishment, must be mentioned the Kraser House, {

I locate at the corner of King and Talbot Streets.

; In th-; lirst place the location of this hotel is most

j eligible, being near the station, adjacent to the

I market, and within easy access to the chief wholesale
and retail trade centres ; in the second place the

1 building, in all its appointments and e(|uipments, is
admirably .adajUed to the purposes for wlii' h it is
used ; and in the third place its propiietoi m,i[ his
assist.antsarc ellicient and experienced in the duties
of their positions, making the I'raser I louse peculiarly

, inviting to home patrons and the travelling public.

I The building is a large substantial brick structure,
three stories in height, and was not long ago rebuilt.
Kor many years this site has bee-- itili/ed for hotel
purposes, having formerly been known as the Central
Hotel, and then owned by .Messrs. Hodgins Mros.
Mr. Fraser, the present proprietor, look possession in
1.SS5, and under his able ailminislration the house
has widely g.ained in pcjpularity. The rooms are well
ventilated and sp,acioB>, supplied with all modern
conveniences, and are elegantlv furnished. The well
appointed bar is stocked with a selection of wines,
spirits and ales of superior rpiality. The rates of this
favorite house are one dollar per day, with special
terms to boarders. .Mr. l-'ra>er, who' is a nalive of
Inverness, Scotland, and located in the city of Lon-
don, Ontario, in the year 1S69, and lived with Mr.
McMariin, father of the present proprietors of the
City Hotel, and was in their employ until 1S82, and
then went to Woodstock and rented the Caistor
House, and removed back to London in 1SS5. He
is a thoiciughly experienced hotel keeper, and makes
an obliging and popular host.

London Soda Water Works, James Tune \
.Son, 145 and 147 NOrk Street. In the list of indus-
tries and manufactories of- primary importance in the
" Korest City," dtie recognition imi.-,t be p.aid to the
products of the London Soda Water Works. Kor
many years effervescing and refreshing beverage>
have been steadily growing in po|iular"favor. Hut
as there is a <leep science and many divers ways of
brewing beer and njanipulating more fiery beverages,
.so also in the manufacture of carbonated drinks i,s
there recptired both skill and experience. In this
line the London Soda Water Works lake piiniary
rank, their productions comparing favorably with
any other manufacture in the country, their soda
water and ginger ale being equal to any imported
from either lielfast or other noted manufactories in
the Old Country. This industry has been established
here for the last four years, and since its hrst estab-
lishment it has steadily grown in po]nilar favor,
the trade of the house being very widely extended.
The premises utilized for the purposes of their busi-
nes.-, are located at 145 anil 147 \\)rk Street, and are
fully et|uipped with the mo.'-t modern and improved
niachinery for the effective carrying on of theii
industry. In addition to their sodas, seltzer, sarsa-
I'arilla, etc., this house also manufactures the Standard
Xerve I'ood, a delightful and healthy drink, for
which there is a great demand, and which has been
warmly endorsed by the iriedical fraternity as both
wholesome and a])petizing. The proprietors of thi-
hrm are Messrs. James Tune iV Son, and to then
enterprise and energy, combined with the superior
nature of their products, is due the wide success tht
house now enjoys. A conspicuous element in con-
nection with this establishment is the very handsom.
turn-outs, both horses and rigs, used by these gentle
men m delivering their goods, their teams being thr
best m the city.

JtKPKKSENTATIVK IIUSINKSS MKN

!tl

, T,"* •'•? ♦ "Orth. W..t«rn T.legraph Co.,

..wc so nnich in ihc pursuance „f buMiiess u. the
< .scovery „f llu- telegraph syM™, ihat in a work of
(Ills nature, dcalint; witli the iiulu,tries of a country
illia>l,ern.lecnic,l htan.l proper lo t;ive some .sliKliI
reference to the eadni^r ,elet;raph n.uipanv opeiaiini;
;n tana ■ The (Jreat North-W.Mem 'XiJei.rai.h
tompan L-oninu-nccI its opiralinns in iS.W, since
when It has spread hke a jjiKantic weh over the face
ol this continent, eslahlishint; cniiminicalhrn in ill
directions, for promptness ami cnnvriness of ,li«,
patch this Loiiipany knows no equal, while their
employees are all ohli-inK and willinf- to uive anv
in.ornir.t.on relative to tele^-ranis. This Comrany
which has headrpiarters at Toronto, has hmnd,
olhces in cTery eitv, io«n and village where wires
O'unect. 1 here ollice in I.ondon is at \o. 7 M i,,,,,!,.
Temple This Companv connects with 'he \Ve,lern
I nmn FeleKiaph Company for the L'nited Stales
lmsmess,and with United (/allies i„ all parts nf the :
world. Llever, operators are employed and seven i
inessenKcrs. llranch OlVice. : (Jriyj; House, C.T R '
tepot, lecumseth House, and London Kast ; Mr',
•A' V; ':"'■"'•"'■" '"-•">« 'lie ellicieiit local Mannner <
The President of the Company is Mr, Kra-tus \Vi„m„
a name well ami honorary known all over the
American continent. The (ieneral .Manager is .Mr
II. r. Drtii;!)!, of 'loronto.

Kivenlosometwclve hands. Ihe variousdeparlments
ol work are arranged with perfect system for effective
o|.eialuins, only tlie llnest material is used and the
I.est cla.ss of workmen emphiyed. Mr. Dart manu-
actiires a superior class of all kinds of carria.'es
["Kt^les, cutlers, slei-hs and wa),.t;ons, the Hade of
Uie house lieini; widely extended. .Mr. Dart is a
tjentleman whoso long experience and business (luali-
liMtions emuuntly adain him for the occupation in
which he IS en^'aged. The storage repositorv con-
lams .1 varied supply from which to select, whde the
annual transactions of this hou.'e will be found to
conijiare favorably with any similar liou-e in the Do-
minion, and its circuit of trac'e embraces not onlv the
city and environs, but sales are also effected in distant
parts of Canada. The admirable facilities enioye.l
;y Mr. Dart, the superior liiii.,h of his vehicles .and
tlieneareful execution. should make tliisestablishment
soi,j;hi lor by those interesleil in the purchase of
articles m this line. .Mr. Dart is a nalive'.f KnnlamI
but h.as been a long time a resident of London, where
in C3iiimercial circles he is hii;hly esteemed, ami where
I'y his own energy and enlerpri-e he has for so lone
successfully comlucled an important business

Burna ft LOWlS, Wholesale Clothiers, 357
Isic limond .street. ---.y an evidence of the immense
strides of the manufacturing and mercantile inter-
ests of the city of London of recent years, no
better instance can be produced th.an the pro-ress
nia.le in the line of wholesale clothiers bv'^the
house of Messrs. Ihirns eV Lewis. This "busi-
ness w.as established in iSSo, ami ,ome hlea can
be conveyed as to the size of this establishment and
the extent (,f its operations, when it is stated that the
building, which IS a hand>onie brick struefre live
slories in height, ^5x180 feet in dimensions, is wJioHv 1
devoted 10 Ihe trade of this house. The basement i's '
utilized for packing and shipping, and the stor.aee i
of reserve stock. On the Ihsi Moor are the olilces I
entry room .and tweed department : ihe second lloor
i- <levoted to boys' and children's clolhing ; the third
lloor to men s clolhing ; and the fourth lloor to manu-
facturing purposes. Mes.rs. Uurns ,V Lewi,, import
direct from the manufacturers for cash, while in their
own manufacture of men's, youths' and children's
clothing thi.s h<mse has no superior. .V specialty is
made of children s garments. .Mr. Burns, the senior
partner, h.aving m.ade a study all his life of these
goods, ihey have secured for his house an enviable
reputation over the whole of Canada. The made of
this hrm IS larger than that of any other similar
establishment in Western Ontario, and the house is
represented on the road by five travellers.

-v^v f" Woodward, ISaker an.I Confecticuier,
jS Waterloo .Siie^t. The days of home-made bread
are now over ; the s.ientili,- appliances and experi-
ence ol the baker now produce article.- in the w.ay of
bi^e.ad and o.nfectionery so superior to all home
, eftorts in this line that their cinle of trade is a wide
one. 1 he business of which ihi. article treats was
, esiabhshe.l by Mr. Charles Woodward, it, present
, proprietor, some eleven years ago, and from the dale
of Its inception U, the present time has, under his
: judicious management, alw.ays seemed a liberal share
I of public patronage and support. His premises are
; large aiul well adaiued for his particular line, and
are located at No. 5S Waterloo .Street. Thanks to
he energy and enterprise of .Mr. Woo.lward, the
business ol this house has so ra|,idly increased as to
j necessitate thecniployment of threeexperiencedassist-
.ants, inorder to 1,11 the demand, m.ade for Ihe necessary
commodities here produced. .Mr. Woodward is .a
native of Derby, Kngh.nd, and has resided here for
the las fourteen years. He i, a Ihoroughlv experi-
enced baker and gives hi- personal attention to all
departments, w-hile by his upright business dealin<'s
he has g,iined for Ins establishment wide populariTy
and for himself an enviable reputation.

R. Dart, Cani.agc .Manufacturer, J21 to r?

DundasStreet.^^l'iominentamonglheestablishmLMUs
eng.aged m this important branch of indiistrv, Ihat of
Mr. K. D.art located at 321 to 5^7 Dunda^ .Street
has ac.piired a richly merited popularity throughout
the country for the superior .piality of the vehicles
turned out and their uniform reliabilitv. Tlii. business
was established in 1S55 by the late .Mr. If. H Dart'
and passed mto the rontr.d of the present proprielo;
HI lf>t)S. Die spacious premises utilized for this
nnportant industry includ ;hree buildings, .md ha^e
a frontage of 115 feet, steady employment being

j A. MoCormlck & Son, (iroceries, I'ro-
jVi.-ions, etc., 340 Richmond Slieet. - -The tr.a.lc in
: groceries, considered as a branch of commerce, i.s
probably the most important existing in ihis country,
i 1 he city of Lo; ,lon is not bchin.l her sister cities iia
the extent and magnilu.le of her grocery esl.ablish-
nients, and in thi- line we lind a strong represenla-
Uve hou.se ,n that of .Messrs. A. .McCofmick .V
, Son, who cairy on an extensive business as whole-
sale and retail dealers in groceries, . i ^ions
cuintry luoduce and other articles of cstic
ecjnomy. This esiabli.hment, known as ihe Cen-
ira (.rocery and Tea Store, comprises three Hats
•and basement, each 100x20 feet in dimensions, fully
stocked Willi a choice and well selected assortment
of choice and fancy groceries, leas, coffees ami spices
ofsu,.erior grade and .piality. As an establishiv.rn't
for lea this house enjoys a wide reputation, and
numbers .ainong its patrons some of the lea.iinc
hotels and houses of the city, the tea being sold at
popular prices, while satisfaction is guaranteed in all

l)i

CITY Ol' LONDON

cnacs. At this store ihi; hi(;hL'st price cninpalilile tin; roinii'^ile f.iL-ililit.'S fur the Irealment of iliscases
with marlict rate,-, is (;iv':r. for i-oiiiitry proiliici', and . ami iiilirniitle.-, of hoi^cs .iivl other donio^tlc animals.
thiLS customers piirclMsint; turkeys, (•eese, ihicUens Mr. IVniienI has eslal>li^lu■ll an exc.lleMl and exleii-
or dui-ks, may rely on lieinj; -erved with the hesi I sive prac lire, and i> noleii for his sliill in operations,
procurdile. Mr. Sid 'oruiick is a native and a life- ; To surh di-eases as rint;djoiie, spavin, lameness anil
jon^ resident ol the " Koresl City

and held the
posilion of M.vyor I'oi iS;,), aKo having hecii in the
C'ouncil r)r about 14 years [irevious. lli^ fanuly have
Ih-ci) closely idenlilicd with the i;rowih of ilie city,
they havini; been the fifteenth family lo settle in
London. Mr. McCorniick's mother, who is close on
sevcnly-nineyenrsof ai;e, w.isoneof the lirst settlers,
and is still a resiclent of the city. \

Tunis Orifflth, Luml)er Merchant, London

South. I'he ciiy of London being an important
centre for the trade in hnnber, a liberal record of
this branch, and the advanla(;e> possessed by promi-
nent merchants 111 this line of business hert-, niu^t
necessarily form an impoitanl link in the chain of
business and commercial importance of the " forest
City." .Amonj; the M>lid and enterprisini; lirms,
coiubiniat,' abundant capital, enerf;y and experienci.',
and onjoyinn the confidence of a wide circle of
friends and patrons, is that of Mr. Tunis (irifiilh.
I'or the last six years this i;entleman has been promi-
nently connre!e<l with the lundierint,' interests
of Western Ontario, and now i-njoys a large trade
tjirougliout this and other sections of the Dcuninion.
A large annual amount of lumber passes annually
through Mr. (irifllth's hands; he deals chielly in
valuable woods, such as cherry, walinit and ash, as
well as all the hardwoods of the country. More
hnnber is shipiied llirnugh his medium than from
that of any other lirm in London, while there are
none whose enteriuise, facilities and business
transactions entitle them to more prominent notice.
Lumbering is one of our great native industries, ami
there is no other which has a more prominent bear-

II acts of surgery, \w p.nys the greatest care. Mr.
I'ennent is a native of thi> country, and among the
various owners of horses, farmers and others he is
known as a prolicienl and e\peit veterinary surgeon,
a'ul one who spares no pain> or time in securing suc-
cess in the most dilficult and dangerous cases.

Oreer & WIgmore, Wall Papers, Window
Shades, etc., Jo() Dun.ias Slrcel. The cily ol
London is fast gaining an enviable lepulation as the
c )mmercial metropolis of Western ( )nlario. Not the
least important branch of trade, and one deserving
special recognition in the present volume, is that ol
wall papers, window shades, etc. In this line we
have at once a thoroughly reprcsenlaiive house in
thai of .Messrs. Oreer \ Wigmore, who are exten.-ive
dealers in wall paper, opaque window shades, sjiring
rollers, mixed iiaiiUs, glass, varnish, brushes, etc.
This business was established in I.S7S, under the lirm
title of .Messrs. (ireer, Wigmore iV Mcl'her.scjii, but
is now conducted by the two lirst-nanied geiillemen.
Their business premises are located at :;oli Dundas
Stro;t, where tiiey occupy three Hals, I 5x70 feet in
dimensions, and gise employment to an average
number often hands all ihe yenr round. They keep
on hand a large and varicvl assortment of wall paper
of every description to suit the most fastidious of
taste and at nil prices. Their window shades are so
constructed that they will lit any sized windows, and
form an impcutant adjunct to every house. All goods
turneil out here are of lirst-class i|Unlily, while the
advantages of this house enable tliem to supply any
article in the line at bottom prices. Mr. Wigmore,
who is a native of Kngl.and, came out to this country
20 years ago, while Mr. (Ireer, who was born in

ing on the iiro^ress and achance of this Dominion

her illimitable timber resources have been in a great Ireland, came here in 1S42

measure the means of her present greatness, and the

facilities offered by Mr. Cirillilh enable these means

lo be utilized in all sections. In this branch of in- ;

dusiry, Mr. Oriftith is a thoroughly representative

man; he is thoroughly familiar with every ilelail of

his business, and is a gentleman of energy and sound

judgment.

il. H. Tennent, \eterinary Surgeon, King
Street, opposite the Market. — Next to the profession
of tile regular practitioner in the science ol human
surgery, that of the veterinary surgeon is of import-
ance. Amongst those who have for a long time been
identified with this branch of service is Mr. j. II.
Tennent. For over 40 years the establishment of
which he is now the head has been engaged in the
veterinary profession, the business having been lirst
started in 1S45 by Mr. C. H. Rudd. In 1876 Mr.
Tennent became associateil with that gentleman as a
partner, and at Mr. Kudd's ilissolving partnership
four years ago he has continued this practice himsell.
Mr. Tennent is a thoroughly practical veterinary
surgeon. He graduated at the Ontario Veterinaiy

College in Toronto, of which Dr. Smith is the end- : and has every article needed for a gentleman ,s
nent head. In that instituti.>n his career was marke.L wardrobe, all of superior quality and at prices no
with credit to himself and honor to his tutors. I rival establishment can beat. Mr. Robertson, the
During his residence in London Mr. Tennent has ! head of the firm, has had a varied experience in this
earned the repute of a skillful and able praetilionet, ■ business. He was f.->r a number r.f y.3ar= with Kai-m
and one who can l)e thoroughly relied on in his i & Co., of Toronto, and latterly with John Chapman I'i:
business and profession. His ofUce is located on Co. He is a native of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, ami
King Street, opposite the Market, where he has all has been a resident of the city for 10 years.

Robertson & Co^, Staple and Kancy Dry

Ooods, McCormick's Hlock, b^.S Dundas Street
East. — The trade in staple and fancy ilry gootls con-
stitutes one of the most important in<hisiries of our
country. The field of enterprise is a large one, and
as a result we have in London many piominent mer-
chants engaged in this branch. \ popular anil
reliable establishment is that conducted by Messrs.
Robertson .V Co., of Mel 'ormick's Hlock, 65S Dun-
das Street I'^ast, as dealers in staple and fancy dry
goods, hats, caps and gents' furn'shings. This busi-
ness was established by the present proprietors in
18S1, and has since that time gradually extended its
oi>erations till it is now regarded as one of the repre-
sentative houses in this line in I^ondon Last, The
premises occupied comprise a two-storied building,
22x40 feet in ifimensions, wliich is lully stocked with
the latest fashions of both foreign and domestic
goods, such as are usually carried in a lirst-class
establishment. In the line of hats, caps and gents'
furnishings this house has every facility for obtaining
all goods of the newest and most approved style

l{i;i'|{i:SHNTATl\ K 111 SINKSS MKN

liniuK

R. HOOkwayftCo.. Klonr, Crain ami Scid^
IJ7 and Iji) Kint; Sirnl. Anions tlio ptiiicipal
imlusirifs (it any nnuilry, ami cnv on wlilch iis
inhaljilaiits arc iikisI deiundnil, is that nf llmir and
tjraiii. In this city many n<it,dil<' incrcliani, are
innaRfd in this I'nttTiiriM-, aMifint;>l whom ilu' (irni
111 Mi'ssr». U. llo.)k\vay\ Co. i. cntillid i,, |,r(,Mii-
iitMit rt'cof^'niiion. Tliishoiisi'' ' ' ■

llie fortniost in ihu city. Ii ha> lit-rn in lli
of lliu presiiii pid|iriftor> for lliu last thrt'c years,
they having Mucci'dtd Mr. Jolin Kvans, who for
sumu years iirevloiisly coikUk led the liusiness. These
(jeiitK-men deal in lloiir, (,'r.dri. seeds and prcjdiKc of
all kinds, and do a general luisinessa, commission
merchanls. They carry a lar^e stock, for llie pur-
poses of whii-li they ociiipy a lar^e doiilpjc estalilish-
meiit at I.57 and I 3') Kinj; Street, and special aiten-
don is given to each department. Noihini'
th — ' ■ ■ ■ "^

joyed for the reeeivinu of coal ('ireit, which is
ohlaine'' from the Icadint; American mines, and is of
the hesi ipiality and grade prociirahle 1,11 the market.
Mr. Cameron does a widely extended trade through
the ciiy and siinounding country as a wholesale and
rel.iil ilealer in anthracite and liiluminoiis coal, while
he also hanilles exlensiv y, lime, ladi, hair, cement,

has long ranked among whiting, hre hrick, lire clay, calcine and land plaster.

sewer pipe, fancy hrick and Imilding stone. .\lr,
CanK roll is a native of .Scotland, l.«l has been a resi-
deni of London for some years, w here by his natural
energy and enterprise he has Imilt up for himself a
suhsianiial an<l si.-adily increasing business.

neglected, and

this house are

iheir promptness anil accurate

ihe branch of llour they keep th

I-

Hobbs, Osborn It Hobba, Imp

, \Vh iles.de healers in Hardware, (dass

] etc., J.V< und f,|l Kicliiiiond Street.

was established in 187(1, and carries

riers of and

Taints, Oils,

This house

le most com-

)sc forming tr.ade relations with picte slock of hardware of any establishment in West-

induced to c(inliniie on account of ern ( iiitario. The store has a ilepth of 100 feet with

business policy. In a width (jf J2 feet, containing I'ight separate Hats,

grailes and four of which nredevoied to hardware, one to window

riilU r process, glass, and the thiie remaining llats to pl.ite glass and

paintfrs' supplies. .\ specialty is m.ade of dealers'

hardware or sniidl uoods, and window ulass of all

linest
liraiids obtainable of the most approv
liuying in large ipiantities for cash and doing a
regular cash business themselves, they are thus
enabled to sell at the lowisl margin of prolit and to
give their cnsioaiers every advanlage Their seeds
are well and carefully selecleil of true slock, as
represented, and thoroughlv .eliahle. Mr. Ilnok-
way, Ihe senior member, of the llrm, is a naiive of
lievonshirc, h'.ngland, and is a gentleman of wide
and extended busimss abilities.

Marahall Broaif Importers of line Teas and
(''iilres, (>7 Hundas Sireet,- .Messrs. Marshall liros.
began business in l,S7S, and since thai time have
built up a very large trade, being now the largest
importers of leas and coflees west of Toronio. Their
goods can always be guaranteed as puie and of ex
celleiit (|ualiiy. In leas their stock consists |>riiici-
|)ally of (ireens, Hlacks and Japans, and their colTees
of .Mocha, Ir.va and Kio. They import very largely
and buy for cash; and selling their goods at clos'e
prices, there are no houses, excei.ting those in
Toronto, can compete against that of Marshall llros
-Always liberal and u|iiiglil in their dealings wiih the
trade, and supjilying an article as represented, they
have deservedly secured their |iresenl po.siiion as the
leading importers of ihe west in teas and collees.
Their trade, which embraces Western Ontario, is con-
^tantly increasing, being of itself a most salutarv indi-
cation, ami Ihey are represented on the road' bv no
lewcr than seven travellers. Messrs. Marshall liros.
are energetic and enterprising. They are well
known in I.omlon and throughout the western sec-
lion of the Province, and none enjoy a higher repu-
lation either socially or coinmerciall)-.

A. D. Cameron, Coal and Wood, Burwell
Street. -Among the leading houses engaged in this
all-important department of commerce, ' that con-
ducted by Mr. A. I). Camerim is deserving of all
nroiiiiricnt recognition. The great railway facilities
for shijiping have made London an important point
li^ir this enterprise; hence the coal business of :he
"1-orest City" forms an interest of consii; ■. ; e
value. The gentleman whose name forms thes,. ijecl
of this sketch has been established since 1S7S, w'lien
he succeeded Mr, lohn Ravner, who h.ad. formerly
conducted this enterprise. The premises are located '
at lUirwell Street, clo.se to the O. W. K. ir.ack and ,
0. T. passenger depot. Here every facility is en- I

descripiioii-, iiududing plate and cathedral tints, of
which Messrs, llobbs, Osborn \ Ilobbs carry the
largcsi stock in Canada, and with facilities which are
unei|iialled. they can till any order, however large,
within Iwenly-four hours of its receipt. A specialty is
also made o( builders' hardware, of which a very large
and excellent stock is kept. In the nature and com-
pleteness of its stock this house is unsurpassed in
Canada. Messrs. Ilobbs, O.sborn A Ilobbs deal
directly with the manufacturers, and importing both
British and foreign hardware in immense quantities
for cash, and selling the same at close prices, there is
no cstal-.lisliinent in Western Ontario that can com-
pete against them. They have a resident buyer in
Europe, employ six travellers, and their trade, which
is enormous and constantly increasing, extends .''roni

(IIV or LONDON

t,»iielH'C 111 Ilrilitli ('i)liim'iiii. Mt»-.r». Ilolibs,
Osliorn \; II()l)lis arc practical, eni-itjiMic nml en-
teii)ri->in({ iiifn <if Ini-iiiiC's; ilicitciin;hlv (•niii|ieli'iil,
ihcru i-. IK) niio lirancli iif llicir immensi- llll»iIK•.^^
with wliich llioy arc iidI ciiiivfr>ant. Within a
C()m|iarativcly short piTiml Ihcy have lUii I'trilcil in
liiiiKliiH» ii|i wliat i^ ill every respect a rrpuMiitative
trade, imt diily Ijy that riier^iy ami enterprise for
which lliey are nutid, hut as in ureal a degree liy
the excellence of their (;iiniN, their close prices, ami
their ImnDralile ami fair ilealinjjs with all ciistoini'rs.
It is III till.' ^rowtli ol a hniue iiT lln l.ind that the
pro^re'^ and material develupnient uf a city are
largely due.

•John Foil Scale MaMulacluref, i)l \ntk Street.
— In the nianiilactine of scales nnich mechanical
skill and ingenuity are reipiisite. Accuracy is the all-
impoiiant thing, without which a scale is useless.!
'I'herefore, to succeed in this branch of industry argues
the |)o^session of mechanicalaliilities of a high order.
Mr. i\i\, who began liu.siiicss in I.SSi, has already
secured an enviable reputation in the mar'.tet as the
manufacturer of the best scales produced. .Vs a
result, he enjojs a large and ever-increasing trade.
.Mr. Ko\ niaiuifacune^ all kinds of >tandaid scales,
heavy enough to weigh a loconuitive, down to a
druggist's >cale. I'Or the bearing-, steel entirely i.s
u-ed, and none but the be>l Workmen procurable are
employed. Kveiy scale turned out at ihis fa<'tory is
guaranteed to gi\e perfect satisfaction, and each
scale before leaving the |ireinises is thoroughly tested,
so that the guarantee i-. actually established on the
spot. Mr. Kn\, who is himself a pr.-'ctical and ex- 1
perienced scale-maker of known repute, gives hi.s i
personal attention to all work turned out, thus en- '
suring the accuracy rei|uireil. 'I'he scales manufac-
tured by Mr. l'o\, in liiiish and durability, are ex-
celled by none, their durability and accuracy being
so well established that they are <|Uoted as samples of
their kind.

James F. Hunt, I ealher lied and Mattress
l''actory, also Woven Wire Mattresses, jii; Kichniond
Street. — The industries of the city of London are
most comprehensivi' in their nature, and include
almost ever) branch of onimercial enterprise. A
very iin]ionant and useful l)usiness is that cunilucted
by .Mr. lames F. Hunt, who conducts a feather lisd
and mattress factory at 59.) Richmond .Street, oppo-
site the fairgrounds. In a sanitary point of view the
renovation of feather beds and mattresses is a nuist
esseiilial feature of health, yet it is one which in only
too many instances is altogether neglecte<l. liy Mr.
I hint's iinprove<l renovating process, he is enaliled
to purify and cleanse old feathers, rendering them
sweet and pure, and considerably increasing their
bulk. This business was established by .Mr. Hunt in
1877, and his establishment is now a well-known
one. All kinds of beds, mattresses, pillows, bolsters,
bed springs, etc., are kept constantly on hand. The ,'
mattresses manufactured on the premises are com- '
posed of hair, moss, sea-grass and wool, fibre and '■
straw, all wool, and grass ; also bolsters of both
wool and feather. Feathers are also bought and
sold, and this house claims, what may be readily
substantiated by jierscmal i'ns)'ection, that no other
dealer in this section can afford to sell the same
quality of feathers at the same price. On the sound
old maxim that " health is wealth, ' housekeepers
and others using fea'her I'eds and mattresses cannot
be too particular in having the .same renovated at

certain |ieiiod». Thii factory covers an extent iif
6(i\it)ii leii in dimensions. Mr. Hunt is a native of
London, llngl.ind, and has been a resident of Lon-
don for the last 17 years.

William Wyatt, Stoven. Tinware, etc., 364
Kichniond Street, .\iiiong the houses notable in
respect to the character and exteiil of their trade in
this liie of luisiness, tli.il of Mr. William Wyatt is
worthy of speiial iiienlioii, as I'o' old reliable estali-
lishment noted fur the uniform i'<celleiice of its pro-
dmis and general good-.. This business was established
ill i.Sli.S by the present proprietor, who is actively
engaged as a manufacturer and dealer in stoves, tin-
ware, furnaces, coal oil anil general house furnishings.

The premises are locateil at JO4 Kichniond Street
anil comprise a sp.acious and well appointed store,
loo\25 feel in dimensions, which is fully stocked
with a varied assortment of s'oves of the most popu-
lar and approved make, and which exfierience has
demonstrated to be both economical and durable,
while at the .same timepossessed ufeve.y convenience.
This house is regarded as one of the most extensive
an<l reliable establishmen^s of its kind in Lonilon.
The workmanship and class of the ware cannot be sur-
passed byanyother manufacturer or dealer. Mr. Wyatt
keeps a general stock of hardware, cutlery, nails and
house-furnishing goods, while iobbing and repairing
are promrtly attended to. The diversilied character
of the goods carried embraces a large number of
articles useful and indispensable to the homes of all.
Mr. Wyatt is a native of Ottawa, but has been a life-
loiii; resident of the " Forest t'ily," where by his
business abilities and straightforward transactions he
has gained the respect of all circles.

Miss Ada Switxar, Hair Goods, etc., 208
l)undas Street. — The establishment of Miss Switzer
is a representative one of the first class, and the
attention given to this special branch is worthy of all

UKI'ltKHKNTATIVE JUKINKH8 MKN

LT* an exti'ni nf
ml in a native nf

leiillflll nf Lull-

wnn\ etc., y)4
HUM'S niilalilr in
i)f tluir iraile in
Villiiim Wvpit it
Id rcliiilili' fHial)-
Hence of its prd-
^s\N.i->establiiihi.<l
who ii actively
ler in slDves, tin-
loiise fiirni»liinK.s,

\icliiiu)nii Street
apiiointccl store,
is fully stocked
)f the mi»t popii-
h experience has
cal and diiralile,
\c.\ convenience,
le most extensive
kind in London,
are cannot lies.n--
lealer. Mr.WyatI
ciulery, nails and
ing ami repairini;
ersiiied character
large number of
the homes of all.
ut has been a lile-
,-," where by his
rd transactions he

joods, etc., 2oS
[ of Miss .-switzer
St class, and the
:h is worthy of all

rrcojjniiion. Thl-. business was establi^heil in I.S7J
bv Mits Ik'ttir, who In 187S s(]|,l out hei inleriM i.>
MiHH .Swil/cr, who liAH since then witnessed a j-rndiuil
increase in the business. The vagaries of fa^iion
rule this trade perhaps with more lluitualinn "hiins
than possibly iiny other, but patrons of this e^ablish-
ment may rely on Miss Swit/er keeping; an i V( n p.ice
with all changes that the most fanciful f.ishions may
ilictBle. This lady is possessed of a naturally artistic
taste, and m.iy be consulted freely on all jii'jiiii, ap-
pertaininj; to the arrannemei" of the coiliuie .\
specially is made in ladies' an. children'- Hair cullin^;,
also shampooing ; and a bib supply of toilet articles
is kept. The picmise^ occupied by Miss Swii/cr for
the purposes of her trade ate locateil at 2o,S Diindas
.Street, she having removed from her former hou^e of
business at iliU on the same street. Here acompleii
stock of hair ^joods is kept con-lanlly on hand,
and hair W(uk of all kinds is executed with prompt-
ness and di^jjatch. Miss Swil/er imports from
Montreal, New- \ ork and other marl.cts, and liei
liair-dressing rooms will be found replete with every
convenience, and eiejjantly appointee!.

I — _ .

Lastly come., the Moliere bath deparlnient, afforil-

iiit: siiecial lrcatin«iil for ci^riain chronic iliscases,

inchulinn di«ea..es of the blood, skin, I idneys,

! and nervous ilel)ility. The treatment is elfecled

j thus ; The patient is scaled in a conir icteil wooden

I enclosure, his liet beinu in hi)t salt water, .iiid at his

back there is an chctric roil, for electric applicati )ns

if neces-ary. The Moliere bath is ju-ily e-teinied by

I the medical proi'ession, .uid by many olhi r.. whom it

has benehled, a most elliciive remedial a^cnl, and

should be resorted lo by thoM' suffering Irom the

complainl^ ( in^; within the scope of its iiitlucnce.

The l.lectiopathic In-.litute is a iiealth re>orl, with
aniiile ^roiiiid> in the rear. I»r. \Vibon, with hi-
colleagues, are ever courteous and obli|:inj;, and are
scrupulously kind and atlenlive to all patients under
their chan;e.

KUotropathIo Institute, iir. I. c. WiNon,
,i-'0 hundas Mrcet. Health is the "most precious
Hift of nature ; and how to retain it and how to
letjain it, wher. lost, ar. matters ..f vital 111.. ment.
Some seek for health in tr.ivel, and others in physical
re<reation. Ilnili are, no dtiubt, beneliclal, Ijut' they
<lo not always accomplish the object in view. Medi-
cal science must be rc-orted to, and we kr^ow of
nolhinj; more benelicial to the debilitated -yslem
than Klectropathic Ircaimcnt. It is endorsed by the
highest medical authorities, and as an antidote and
remedy for the more general diseases and ailments of
both male ar.'l female, it is generally acknowledt;ed
to be by far the most ofTective. London is highly
fayoreil in the possession of such an institution, and
with I)r. J. Ci. Wilson at its liead, etticienl treatment
can always be relied u]ion. lie j, a ^jiaduatc of
the Klectropathic Collefje, I'hiladelphia, and of
the Ilyyieo-'I'herapeutic College. New lersey, and
l-:iectro|,athic School, t)ntaiio. lie has also.levoted
years to the siudy of the different Systems of medicine,
and carefully ol)serve<l their operation in pri\aie
practice, hospitals, dispensaries, clinics, hyilropathic,
hygienic, and other institutions, and is thus pre-
eniiuenlly i|ualilied as head o( the London I'.lectro-
pathic Institute. Il is siuiaied at 3J0 Dundas
Street, and embraces the following departments.
Without referring to the reception room and oltice,
the electric surgery for electric treatment of all
chronic diseases, ami ih" electric baths for electro-
thermal trealnient, come lirst in <irdcr. In the latter
the patient lies in warm water, while an electric
current permeates the deeply seated tissues of the
body, eliminating morbid matter, eipiali/ing circula-
tion and toning the whole system. Here are also
administered chemical or mineral baths, claimed lo
be the hnest and most effective in Canada for nervous
and chronic diseases. Next comes^he Turkish bath
dep.artment, embracing, as it does, the caledarium
or hot room, massage and showering room. Any
thing in commendation of tlie Turkish baths would
be superlluous, as its claims as a powerlul lieallli-
liiving agent an- j^encrally .Tckn.-.wK'dgeH. Iii con-
nection with this department are tlie resting room,
the gymnasium, and a bedroom for sick patients.

Oonf«d«ratlon Llfa Assoolatlon, ir,()i
Huiula- Str<i'l, (i. K. Kobertson, .\genl. 'i'he Con-
federation Lile A-.-ociation, of which this aiiicle
j treats, was incorjioratedby special .-Vet of I'arliamenI
in April, l,S;i, since wi ich date its oprralions have
been gradually extended, till it now tai.<'s a Itading
po>uion among llie life insurance companies nf
Canada. That which shoul.l especially commend it
to insurers is that il is a home ccunpany ; its board
of directors is constituleil of pfominenl genlK men
and merchants, well knowii ihroiighout the length
and breadth of the Hoiiiinion, while its last annual
report is one which must be satislaciory to all policy-
holders, and which must further aild to the conlidence
ami good feeling wliich has ever lietn evinced in the
Company. The la.-t yeai'- annual report of this
Company -howed over thirteen millions insurance on
its books, total assets exceeding a million a" 1 a half,
and a surplu- of elose on $300,000. \et the reports
of the Company since it- inception have a remarkable
similaril)', each telling of a large increase in business
over any previous year. The net life premiums of
last year wer; increased by $.;o,777, ami the interest
.and rents by$i3,,j,S9, bringing the total income. after
deducting rea->urances, up to $4(12, JN4, or well on lo
half a million. These facts alone sp.ak volumes for
the way in which ihi' (-'lunpany is managed, and are
sulticiently suggestive to lecoinniend this Company
to all intending assurers. The i)rollts of the C^om-
pany aie divided after every hve ycar^ of the existence
of each policy, instead of at every tifth year of the
Company's history as formerly. The pr<ilits in policy-
holders, in cash and in reducticm of premiums, show
an annual increa.'e, while its rates of insurance com-
pare most favorably with tho-e of any native or
foreign coni|)any. The I'reiident of the ( omiiany is
Sir W". 1'. Howland '.!!.. K.CM.C. ; ihe Vice-
rrcsideius being the H.ai. Win, McMaster and Wm.
hniioit, Lxi, ; while the Directors include some of the
most prominent business men in the country. The
.Managing 1 lirector is Mr. J. K. .Macdonald, a gentle-
man well known in insurance and mercantile > iicles.
The head oltice of the Company is at i ;; Toronto
Street, Toronto. The local agency for this city is
under tlie management of .Mr. (i. J-'. Robeitson, who
has ably represented this Company since 1SS2 ; his
office is in the Fitzgerald I'.lock, 169'i Dundas
Street. Since his residence here he has established,
both for his agency and the Company he represents,
a degree of conlidence which correct business princi-
ples and probity alone could secure.

CITY OF LONDON

Forest Oity Wire Works, R. Dennis, 211
King Street. — As an indication of the progressive
spirit of tiie present ago, an extended notice is given
of some of the more important industrial enterprises
of this city, of which none are more entitled to notice
than that of the Forest City Wire Works. The
magnitude and importance of its transactions and the
inventive skill which characterizes its methods and
operations, gi"e to these works a consi)'.ciiity which
entitles them to no second place among the import-
ant industries of our city. They are owned by Mr.
R. Dennis, having Ijeen operated by him since 1S6S,
employment being given to some nine hands. They
manufacture all kinds of wire work, bank railings,
finials, iron fencmg, etc., and make a specialty of
awnings, which are put up in the most improved

of 100 feet, are occupied as sales and work rooms.
They do every description of plumbing, fitting up
stores, private residences and public buildings in the
most thorough and workmanlike manner. They
make a leading specialty in the mechanical line of
pK.mbing, gas fitting, steam and hot water heating
ajiparatus, electric bells and burglars' alarms, and
carry in stock the most complete assortment of fine
gas fixtures, chandeliers, and brackets to be found in
the city. They are extensive wholesale and retail
dealers in deep well, force and lift pumps, and ...io
carry all varieties of plumbers' materials and plain
and fancy articles pertaining to this line. Some
twelve experienced workmen are regularly employed,
and the average valuation ol stock is from $7,000 to
$10,000. .Messrs. I'laston Bros, are thorough prac-
tical plumbers, conversant with all the details of the
business, and, as energetic business men, have justly
merited the Mattering success which has attended this
enterprise since under their able administration.

manner. Mr. Dennis has suitable premises at 211
King Street, where he has every facility for the
manufacture ot wire goods of every description, and
controls every appliance of essential and latest
machinery known t<i the art of wire-working, and
weaving and elaborating the various productions of
this branch of industry. These productions consist
of wire railings for banks and counters, wrought iron
fences in great variety of patterns, crestings, balcony
railings, weather vanes of every description and size,
wire stands, flower pot stands, wire baskets, :\iid a
full and complete line of other articles pertaining to
this class. The premises comprise a general store,
40x100 feet in ilimensions, and a wire work shop,
100x25 feet in size. This concern turns out a larger and
more iliversified supply of wire work than any similar
house in this section of the country, the trade extend-
ing in all directions. Mr. Dennis has gained a
diploma for wire work, and has for a 'lundier of years
taken the first prize for iron fencing. This gentleman
is a native of I>evonshire, England, and has been a
resident of this country for the last twenty years.

Dr. Nelles, Surgeon Dentist, Fitzgerald Hlock. —
Standing in the front rank of the dental profession
of this city. Dr. Xelles has been eminently active
and sirccessful in his practice. He commenced his
professional career in this place in the year i860,
having previously studied at the College of Dental
Surgery at Baltimore. With all the improvements in
this line Dr. Nelles has ke])t fully ])osted, his large
and constantly increasing business recpiiring a cor-
r-es|)ondiirg amount of appliances of the most effective
design anrl construction. .\n,e>thetics are u.si.-d with
the best effect in extracting teeth. Dr. Nelles
makes every description of artificial teeth, set in
gold, silver and platinum, with a continuous artificial
gum. This gentleirran has a complete lalxjratory in
connection with his business ; his dental rooms are
re])lete with every modern accessory of the profes
sion, while he guarantees first class work in every
]iarticular. His offices and reception rooms are
situated in the Fitzgerald Block, Dundas Street, and
are handsomely fitted up. Dr. Nelles is a Doctor of
I lentistry, arrd is also a member of the Royal College
of Dental Surgeons, of which institution he is an
examiner. Dr. Nelles, who is a rrative ol Brant
county, has had a large experience, and enjoys the
lull confidence of a wide circle of patients.

Plaston Bros., Steam and Hot Water Fngi-
neers, I'lumbers, etc., 172 King Street. -On no
branch ol industry are we so dependent for our home
comfort and sanitary arrangements as on the skill
and science of the plumber. Among the leading
houses in London engaged extensively in this im-
portant pursrut nray be nrentioned that of Messrs.
riaston Bros., which was originally established some
17 years ago by Donald Mcl'hie & Co., the present
firm taking over lire l!ll^ine^.~, in 1882, during which
period they have met with a gratifying srrccess. They
occupy commodious (prarters at 172 King .Street,
where four entire floors and basement, with a depth

Thomas Connor, Meat Market. 347 Richmond
Street. -One of the nrost jirominent and well-knowir
butchers in the city of Londtm is Mr. Thomas
Connor, whose name is familiar to most residents of
the " Forest City.'' Of the business so successful!)
conducted by Mr. Connor it is unnecessary to speak
at any length in this connection, as his establishment
has l<mg Ireen noted as one of the leading meat
markets in the city, famous for the <|uality of meat
which is always to be found here. Mr. Connor, who
is a thorough judge of cattle, buys none but the verv
best o'jtainable, and as a result of this policy his
trade has steadily increased. His premises are
located at 347 Richmond Street, where he has every
facility for condir,cting his large business ; all order>
receive promjrt attention. Iir addition to all kirrd-
of meats, fresh and salt, as well as venison in season,
Mr. Connor also deals largely in coirntty ])r-oduce,
receik'ing fresh supidies daily. I'atrons ./f this estab
li~hmen! will find all thiir want-; s.iti-.faclori!)
attended to, and will be supplied with goods no other
similar establishiirent can .surpass, and that, too, a;
most reasonable rates.

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

and work rooms,
mliing, fitting up
c liuiUlings in the

manner. They
nechanical line of
lot water heating
;Iars' alarms, ami
issortnient of fine
ets to be found in
jlesalo and retail

[Himps, and ,i.so
aterials and plain
:his line. Some
gularly employed,
is from $7,000 to
re di(irouj;h prac-

ihe details of the
; men, have justly
1 has attended this
Iminislration.

iizgorald Hlock. —
duntal I irofe.'.sion
eminently active
c commenced his
in tlie year 18O0,
L'ollege of Dental
e impidvcments in
' posted, his large
re<|uiring a cor-
' the most effective
;tics are us(.-d with
;th. Dr. Nelles
icinl teeth, set in
jntimions artilicial
ilele laiioralory in
dental rooms are
;ory of the profes
ass work in every
eption rooms are
)undas Street, and
dies is a Doctor of
the Royal College
^titution he is an
a native ol Urani
ce, and enjoys the
Kitients.

cet. 347 Richmond
lit and well-known
is Mr. Thomas
3 most residents of
ess so successfully
1 necessary to speak
^ his estal)Iishment

the leading meat

he quality of meat

Mr. Connor, who

none but ihi' very

of this policy his
His premises are
.vliere he has every
usiness ; all i>niti>
dition to .all kind-
; venison in se.ison,
1 country produce,
itrous ./I this estal)

nnts ';:it;-;f.actori!\
vith goods no other
i, and that, too, a;

Bank of Britiah North America, comer

Richmond St. and (Jueen's Avenue. The IJank of
liritish North America, of which a description fol- '■
lows, takes a leading place amongst the kindred '
establishments of the city. This prominent instilu- '
tion was established in 1S36, pnd w.is incorporated
by royal charter in 1840. The jiaid up capital is
/.1, 000,000 sterling, with a reserve fund of ,/;"22:,Sio.
The arrangements of this bank are based upon a plan \
for receiving on deposit large or small sums of money, \
which if allowed to remain for a specified term will
receive due interest. It is well patronized by all |
classes of depositors, the amount of dcjiosits on liami '
reacning a targe amount, while it has an ample fund
at all times to meet any jiossible run of withdrawals.
The list of Directors contains the names of the sound-
est financial men in England, namely ; ]. II. Hro<lie, i
i:sr|,,J. J. Carter, Escp, II. Fariar, "i;s(|., R. II.
Glyn, Es(|., E. A. Iloare, Ksi|., II. J. B. Kendall,
Es(|., 1''. Lubbock, Es(|., A. II. I'hillpotis, Em;., ami
I. M. Robertson, Esq. The Secret..ry is Mr. A. C.
"Wallis ; and Hankers in England, the liank of Eng-
land and Messrs. (ilyn, .Mills, Carrie \ Co. : the
oltice in London being at 3 Clement's Lane, Lom-
bard Street. On this side the (Jeneral Manager is
R. K. Grindley, Estp, and the New \'ork .agents are
Messrs. D. A. McTavish and H. Stikeman, of 52
Wall Street. In San iMancisco Messrs. \V. Lawson
and C. E. Taylor, of 312 I'ine Street, represent this
establishment. In Canaila the operations of this
bank are widely exiended, they having branches at 1
Montreal, (Quebec, Ottawa, 'Toronto, Kingston,
lirantforJ, Hamilton, I'aiis and this city, as well as
in Halifax and \'ictoria. while their agents i,i M.mi-
toba are the Imperial Hank of (_'ana<la. l-Miergetic
and reliable in all business transactions, the gentle-
man in charge of this branch has earned a prominent
position among the leading busine.ss men of the
" lores t City."

Robinson, Little Ik Co., Wholesale Drv
C.oods, 343 and 345 Richuuind Street. -One of the
leading features of our commercial life is the size am'
extent of the dry goods trade in the various cities of
the Dominion. Among the most prominent business
houses in (he "Forest City' none are deserving of
more favorable mention and consideration than that
of .Messrs. Robinson, Little iV Co. This house was
established in 1875 by the present proprietors, and
has steadily since then won a reputation and trade
that is not excelled by any of its contemporaries.
The premises occupied by them are located at 343
and 345 Richmond Street, a handsome and massive
brick structure, five stories in height. 43x100 feet in
dimensions, stocked in all its departments with an
immense line of foreign and domestic dry goor.ls, fancy
goods, and all articles legitimately pertaining to this
branch of business. The tirst Hat contains heavy
and bale goods ; the sec(md comprises the private
ollices, etc., of the principals, the front pan being
ilevoled to shirtings, cottonades, linings, towels, and'
such like, while in the rear are the packing room
.and general offices ; on the thir<l dat are stocked all
im|H)riant English and Caniulian woollens, such as
tweets, llannels, etc., comprising a most varied and
extensive assortment ; the fourth is devoted to small
wares, fancy goods ami such like ; here, loo, an
immense (|uantity of Chadwick's spools is constantly
-.iu hand, for which this firm itre t!ie >ale agents west
of Toronto. On the top flat a large stock of woollen
goods is kept, in each department a perfect arrange-
ment and system exists. The whole establishment is

heated by steam, well lilted up throughout, each Hat
Connected by broad staircases. This house employs
two buyers, and is represented on the road by four
travellers, while fourteen hands are employed in the
warehouse. The gentlemen at the head of this
ccmcern are numbered amongst the most jirominent
of the merchants of London, and are closely identified
with the business interests of the " I'orest City."

MoElheran & MoCann, .Vuctloneers and
\aluators, 241 Dundas Street.— One of the very
important branches of commercial pursuit is that to
which the auctioneer and valuator is devoted. It
demands the posse.ssion of much ability and much
knowledge, much energy ami |ierseverance, and
unless these are cimibined there is little hope for
success. London is fortunate in the possession of
a firm of auctioneers, .Messrs. McElheran & McCann,
who, while cnnbining the es.sential (|ualitications,
are most reliable. This firm was established only
last j-ear, a patronage having been since secured
second to none in the city. These gentlemen are
largely .engaged in private and public auctions, in
ccmilucting trade sales, the si of private houses,
and real e.^tate sales. This linn conducts the largest
real estate sales held in the city, ami manages
estates for private parties. In their warerooms,
at 241 Dundas Street, is always to be found a
g(jc(lly supply of furniture, etc., and first-class bar-
gains are often to be met with. In addition, .Messrs.
.McElheran iV Mct.'ann are engaged in bill posting,
acting in the cajiacity of bailifts, and control the
Citizens' Cart.age Company. It will thus be seen
that much siiccess^il enter|)rise is combined with the
more ordinary avocaticuis of the auctioneer. These
gentlemen are, moreover, commission' merchants, a
branch with which they are prominently identified,
and carry on also a general advertising business, etc.
Messrs. .McElheran iV .McCann are very widely
known, and enjoy the confidence of all with whom
they have ilealings.

James Dunn, Harness, Trunks, etc., cor. King
and Talbot Streets.- This branch (.f business is one
which must elicit thealteiitionof all whoare interested
in the subject <if horses, both in the city and country,
as well as forming an important record 'of prominence
amongst the industries of London. Mr. lames Dunn
has for a long number of years occupied a leading
position In the city as a manufacturer and dealer in
harness and trunks, as well as all other articles
necessary for the complete ecfuipment of a first-class
harness establishment. This business was founded
by Mr. Dunn twenty three years ago, during which
time it has steadily grown in popular favor, wiiile its
trade has annually increased. The prennses occupied
by this gentleman for the purposes of his trade are
located at the corner of King and Talbot Streets, and
here employment is given all the year round loan
average of five hands. They perform every kind of
work called for by the trade in this respect ; their
work ccmiparing favorably with that of any similar
house in the city. Though started (m a moderate
scale the business of the house has gradually extended,
till now a large trade is enjoyed in both the city and
surrounding country, the establishment having an
enviable reputation for the superiority of its work
and gtijiis. .Mr. Dunn is a n.uive-oi lOnglanu', and
has always paid the strictest attention to the calls of
his ,rade, and has conse(|uently secured a business
connection which reflects ujjon him great credit.

TOWN OF INGERSOLL

TOWN OF INGERSOLL.

The luwn of IngersoU is one of those bright links that mark the advance am! progress of civilization
through the western portion of the Province of Ontario, and unite as by a chain the big trade centres of
Canada. Ingersull is itself a town o( busy industry and thriving enterprise. Ten miles from Woodstock,
21 miles from London, and 9S from Toronto, the town is well and pleasantly situated, the greater pan
being built on the sides and summit of llie high gravelly banks of the River Thames, which flows through
it and supplies constant water-power, of which due ailvantage is taken by several factories at the water-
side. It has excellent railroad facilities, being situated on the Great Western Division of the (Irand Trunk,
and also on the Credit Valley Branch of the Canadian I'acilic. It was incorporated in 1865, and by the
enterprise of its inhal>itants has enjoyed a steady and progressive growth ; its present population
amounts to 4,500. The country around is jjarticularly fertile, and large (|uantities of cheese are shipped
from here. A notable cheese, three feet in height and six in diameter, after doing duty in the States, was a
few years ago exhibited at Manchester, England.

The manufacture of flour and oatmeal, with woollen and planing mills, a tannery and four agricultural
implement factories, form its chief industries ; grain, live stock, and general manufactured jiroducts form, in
addition to cheese, its chief shipments. IngersoU possesses churches of all denominations, Methodist,
Presbyterian, Episcopal, I'aptist and Catholic ; also public schools, mechanics' institute, with a library of
2,000 volumes, and a town hall. There are three newspapers, the " Sun," the "Chronicle and Dairyman"
and the "Oxford Tribune."' The town is lighted with gas, connected with telephone, and has a tire
deiiartment. The assessed valuation is $1,252,830. Stages run daily to Lakeside, Port Uurwell and
Corinth.

«l. W. Browett, Chemist, Thames Street.— In
reviewing the profession of the druggist in IngersoU,
we lind a leading re|iresentalive in .Mr. .1. W. Brow-
ett, who occupies a ])rominenl position in this line.
The business now controlled by him was established
by Mr. R. H. Revell, from whom in 18S3 Mr. lirowett
bought the interest of the concern. This gentleman
is a thoroughly accomplished chemist, fully versed in
the mysteries and science of his profession, an<l has
had a most varied experience, l-'or 1W() years he
studied with Mr. John iJulton. of Stratford ; then
with Mr. U. A. lieadman, of Brussels ; also with
Messrs. E. Hooper \ Co. and Messrs. A. Matheson
& Co., Ijoth of Toronto. Air. Ihowett graduated
from the Ontario College of Pharmacy in 18S2, and
for a time conducted a drug business in Pirussels,
prior to removing here, liis store is located on
Thames Street— the sign of the White Mortar -and
is fdlly stocked with a choice line of pure drugs and
chemicals, the most popular and desirable patent
medicines, and the usual accessories of a really first-
class establishment in this line, comprising toilet
articles and fancy goods. Mr. Browett also carries
in stock a superior line of spectacles and eye-glasse.s,
and having made a careful study of optics, he is
enabled to suit all sights. This establishment is in
every respect a most comprehensive one, and is one
of the best equipped in Western Ontario. A feature
of it is a department of galvanic and electric batteries,
in the construction ami management of which Mr.
Browett is euiinently skilled. A specialty is made
of the compounding of physicians' and family pre-
scriptions, which are executed with care, dispatch
and accuracy ; in this line Mr. Browett has received
high testimonials frcmi eminent phvsicians as to his
ability as a reliable and comiiotcnt dispensing cliem
ist. He is by birth a native of IngersoU, and as a
result has naturally a large number of frienii.- in
both busiiie--- and social circles, while he is higi'Jy

esteemed as a most able and judicious i)rofessional
and a reliable man of business.

Li Thompson, Dealer in Wall Paper, Artists'
Materials, etc. -Whether considered as an industrial
art or as a branch of commercial pursuit, the traile
in wall paper and artists' materials is of sufticienl
importance to call for a favorable notice in a work
of this kind, and in this connection the establishment
of Mr. L. Thompson is worthy of all mention and
recognition on account of the general excellence of its
productions. This business is an old established
one, dating its inception back to the year 1857, when
it was started by Mr. Thompson, since which time,
liy energy and perseverence, he has gradually, but
surely, extended the trade operations of his house.
lIeconduc;sa line of business as a dealer in wall
paper, borders, artists' materials, window cornices of
all kinds, fancy goods, toys, window shades, paints,
oils and mirror plates, wdiile picture frames and mould-
ings in every design are carried in stock. The prem-
ises occupied by Mr. Thompson for this comprehensive
business consist of a substantial building, three stories
in height, 20x80 feet in dimensions, where a full
stock "is at all times carried. In addition, he also
has a paint shop on Oxford Street, 18x30 feet in
si/.e. with store shed, 50x12 feet, where all kinds uf
gilding and graining are executed, employment being
given to an average of four or live experienced assist-
ants. Besides supplying the goods, Mr. Thompson
undertakes all kinds of house, sign or decorative
painting, as well as glazing, kalsomining and paper-
hanging, and has a iitost satisfactory business con-
nection throughout the town and neighborhoo I.
Mr. Thompson is a native of Vorkshirr, Fuglnr.a.
but has resided here for thirty years, where he is
known as an upright and strictly honorable man jI
business.

)gtess of civilization
big Iraile centres of
les from Woodstock,
ed, the greater pan
wliich flows througli
:tories at the water-
of the (Irand Trunk,
in 1865, and by tlu'
present population
cheese are shippeil
' in the States, was a

and four agricultural
red products form, in
inalions, Methodist,
Me, with a library of
nicle and Dairyman"
ihone, and has a lire
e. Ton Durwell anl

.idicious [jrofessionai

Wall Paper, Artiste'
ered as an industrial
ial pursuit, the trade
trials is of sufliciem
lie notice in a work
on the establishment
of all mention an.l
leral excellence of its

an old established

the year 1857, when
1, since which time,
e has gradually, l)ut
rations of his house,
as a dealer in wall
, window cornices <if
ndow shades, paints,
re frames andniouM-
in stock. The preni-
3r this comprehensive
>uilding, three storirs
isions, where a full
'.n addition, he al.M)
treet, 18x30 feet in
I, where all kinds nf
d, employment being
■e experienced assist-
)ods, Mr. Thompscm

sign or decorative
somining and paper-
actory business co'i-

and neighborhod i.
V.-.rk-hir.", Ei-.g!.ir..l.
f years, where he is
Iv honorable man if

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

J< T. MnlonOi Real Estate Agent, Conveyancer,
etc., King Street. —In the comprehensive agency
controlled by Mr. J. T. Malone there is a big field
of enterprise and the disiday of executive business
abilities. The steady growth 01 Ingcrsoll, ami the
rapid development of this seciion of the country,
have caused transactions in real estate to be numer-
ous and important. Since his establishment in 1SS4,
a considerable amount of thee transactions has
passed through the hands of Mr. .Malone. .Mr.
Malone is an experienced C(mveyancer, and also
undertakes the collection of ren's and debts, his terms
in all cases being of a most reasoi ble nature. He
represents the Dominion Savir . rid Investment
Society of London ; the C.Tr.ki -. ;rm, Loan and
Savings Company of Toronto ; ,, • ,ie is also agent
for the Toronto General Trust ^:oinpany of Toronto.
In insurance Mr. Malone represenis the Western
.\ssurance Company. This institution, which has
he.id(|uarters at Toronto, was incorporated in 1851,
by charter, granting it permission to carry risks in
lire, marine and life assurance. Since its establish-
ment this Company, by its sound conservative pcdicy,
has steadily'gained in popular favor, and now, with
assets in the neighborhood c^f $2,coj,ooo, it rivals
in linancial strength many foreign companies doing
InisiHe.ss here. It is a native institution and deserves
the support of all Canadians, it is solid and reliable,
anil in Mr. Malone will be foun<l one of its most
oliliging and popular representatives. This gentle-
man is a native of King's County, Ireland, and has
been a resideni of the town for twenty-two years.
Mr. Malone has a large amount of capital to loan on
mortgage or other securities.

hands is employed. They also control a general

grocery, meat an<l provision business in a store

-TyxSo feet in dimensions, at the corner of King

i Thames Streets. The central telephone ollice,

ol which Mr. C. C. L. Wilson is agent, is located in

■ the building. Mr. (irant, the founder and he.ad of

i the company, is a gentleman who since he ha-, been

in this concern has gained the rejiutation of a man of

high-class business aliilities.

dames L. Orant & Co., Pork Packers and
Cheese Exporters. — Prominent among the lirms en-
gaged in the packing and provision business in this
country is that of .Messrs. James L. (irant \ Co.,
whose facilities for conducting this business are
extensive and am|i]e. This business was established
in 1S7S by Mr. (jrant, and was shortly afterwards
turned into a company, which with an .ample capital
and sound executive business ability has placed this
establishment at the head of the packing houses in
the Dominion. They do a business in meats ei|ual
to some $200,000 a year, while their cheese exporta
tions run from $500,000 to $1,000,000, being the
biggest cheese dealers in Canada. Their premises
occupy about an acre of ground, on which is a
s|)acious parking factory, three stories in height,
located at the corner of \'ictoria and Wimham
Streets. They have also in connection an extensive
slaughter house, where they kill in summer as many
as 1,000 hogs per week and in winter 1,500. The
establishment is fitted througliout with all machinery
and modern appliances necessary, and is driven by a
20 horse-power engine, winch also furnishes steam
to the lard room, and motive power to tlie sausage
cutters, the press .and pork cutters. Their packing
de])artnient takes high rank throughout the country,
their celebrated brand of hams having awide reputa-
I'uin. while they also produce a very superior quality
of lard. Some thirty hands are employed in the
various operations of this department. The industry
in cheese has assumed even still greater proportions,
the firm exporting in large (piantities to Liverpool
and London. It is not many years since the export
'i( cheese from this coimlr) was conHiier.ted ; the
immense traffic which now exists in this commoility
is a leading characteristic of our national enterprise.
In connection with this department an average often

J. L. Brouse, .-Artistic Photographer, Thames
Street. — This well-known and popular gallery has
ever since its establishment, some three years ago,
enjoyed a wide and well deserved reputation for
arti,-tic iiholography, numbering among its patrons
residents frtun all jiarts of the surrounding country.
The premises occupied on Thames Street are
spacious, conveniently ar-
ranged, elegantly located,
and supplicii with all the
latest improvements
known to the art, while it
is one of the most suc-
cess fu I |)hotograph gal-
leiies in Western Ontario,
being equipped with every-
thing needful or u.selul for
the ellective performance
of the best class of work.
The business wasoriginally
started by P. I. Lewis, Mr.
I V *-^' '^' Wright succeeded

1 him, and in 1S83 sold out his interest to Mr. ISrouse,
since when the poi.ularity and reinitation of this
I establishment have greatly increased. Mr. ISrouse
has gained (irst prices wherever he has exhibited for
collections of photos, crayon work and scenes. All
: kinds of artistic Work ol the veryhighesl order are here
j turned out. Photos are colored with beautiful Kgyp-
j tian colors ; crayon portraits, the finest In the country,
are executed at as low a price as good work will allow,
i while copying and enlarging is done from all kinds ot
i jiictures. The studio is e(|ui]iped with the finest
: instruments jirocurable, made by the best opticians in
: the world, and [lictures are taken instantaneously.
Mr. Prouse has brought into this business all the
• necessary knowledge of the art which ensures success,
and now shows every sign of becoming one of our
best ami most popular photographers. Framing is
executed on the premises, and moulding is supplied
frcnn 2c. up to $2.50 per foot. Mr. liniuse has been
a resideni of Ingersoll for three years. He spares no
pains to give satisfaction to his patrons, and ranks
high as an artist in his profession.

; 0. tk O. O'Callaghan, Butchers, Grocers and
I i'rovision Merchants. Among the leading business
hou.ses of Inger.-oll, whose energy and enterprise have
I given them a cons])icuous position in the traile, is that
ijf .Messrs. J. vV. G. O'Callaghan, wdio carry on a
comprehensive business as grocers, butchers and
dealers in provisions. This industry dates its incep-
tion to the year 1SS5, when a butchery business alone
was started by the Messrs. O'Callaghan on Thames
Street West, comprising a store 2^x70 feet in dimen-
sions. However, the rapid increase in their trade
necessitated the establishment of a branch olfice, and
a store was accordingly opened up in the Market
building, ill coiineclion with the head oliice. To
provide for the requirements of their numerous patrons,
they kill an average of twelve beeves weekly, in ad-
dition to some thirty head of small stock, while em-

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TOWN OF INGERSOLL

r'oyment is given to some eiRht lo ten hands. Messrs.
O'Caliaghan durint; the last season shipped five hun-
dred head of cattle lo the Old Country, meeting in
this line a gratif>ing success. Meanwhile, in 1885,
these gentlemen added to theii meat business a gro-
cery store, 15x70 feet in dimension.-,, where they carry
at all times a full line of staple and fancy groceries,
general provisions, canned goods and grocers' sun-
dries, making a specially of pure teas of superior
flavor aud qualiiy. The linest tobaccos are kept in
stock, while they handle popular and favorite brands
of cigars. They have telephone connection, and all
orders by that means or by mail receive prompt
attenli. ' The gentlemen at the head of this enter-
pris; ,uf both natives of Canada, Mr. J. O'Calloghan
having been born in .St. Kitts, and ^lr. George O"-
Callaghan in Norwich. Integrity and proni])tness in
all transactions characterize liiis firm, and the success
which has already attended their enterprise is but a
deserved tribute to the character of the gentlemen at
the head of this house.

Robert Stuarti Groceries and I'rovisions.— The
history of most or nearly all of the colonies of (ireal
Britain is, in the days of their early settlement and
after development, closely associated with the
enterprise and natural energy of that hardy race of
pioneers who in numliers have left the native hills of
old Scotland to civilize anil open up new countries.
The most successful and prominent merchants in this
Dominion of ours are of Scotch descent, and one of
the oldest established grocery businesses in Ingersoll,
that with which we have now to deal, is run by a
Scotchman. Mr. Robert Stuart is a native of Banff-
shire, and has been a resident of this town for more
than a t|uarter of a century, and for tlie last 20 years
has been actively engaged in t.ie grocery and pro-
vision business. This business was established by
Mr. Stuart in 1866, smce whicli time he has enjoyed
a liberal share of public patronage and support, and
his trade has been an annually increasing one. His
premises comprise a large and well appomted store,
20x100 feet in <limensions, with a basement lor i
storage purposes. Here at all times is carried a well
selected as-ortment of stajile and fancv groceries,
general jirovisions, canned snoods, choice grades of i
teas, coffees and spices. An important dejiartment
is that devoted to crockery and glassware, which
includes a variety of dinner, breakfast and tea
services and a numberless nrray of articles of general i
utility and adornment, nee. iful in every home. Mr.!
;'tuart also deals in flour and feed, as well as in j
• country produce of all kinils. He is regarded as a !
substantial business man, and one who can be relied
upon in all commercial transactions to give satisfaction !
to those who tra<le with this house. '

j and handsoine building, four stories in height and
' 24x>co feet in dimensions. K.ach flat is filled with
an immense stock of articles pertaining to the general
hardware trade, comprising every variety of mer-
chandise usually found in metropolitan establish-
ments of this kind. The trade of the house, which
will compare favorably with that of any contempor-
aneous establishment, circulates widely in all
'• directions, and the facilities enjoyed by the firm in
procuring their supplies by direct importation enable
them to offer inducements that are not readily dupli-
cated. Some four years ago Mr. K. V. KIlis left the
firm to become a member of the firm of Messrs. I'.
; \V. ICllis tV Co , the well-known manufacturing
jewellers of Toronto, but under the management of
Mr. A. H. Ellis, this concern has fully maintaincil
its well deserved reinitation. A branch office is
established at Norwich, under the administration of
Mr. D. J. Sutherland. In both houses a large stock
is carried of shelf and heavy hardware, paints, oils,
glass, cutlery, agricultural implements, tools, etc.
, The premises in Ingersoll are located on Thames
Street, at the sign of the Golden Anvil, where
employment is given the year round to six experienced
assistants. Mr. Kills is a native of Liverpool, Eng-
land, and has been a resident of Ingersoll for iS
years.

A. !!• ElliSt General Hardware. — There are few
business houses in the county of Oxford which have
had a relatively larger growth than the hardwire
establishment of .Mr. A. H. Ellis. The origin of
this house dates many years back ; the business in I
1868 was purchesed by Messrs. K. W Ellis & ISro, I
from the late Mr. L. I). Lyons, and the energy and '
enterprise of the new proprietors soon placed this
establishment in the foremost ranks of the hardware
business in Western Ontario. Their business was
then located at corner of Thames and King Streets,
and was the only one of its kind in Ingersoll that
escaped the ravages of the disastrous tire of 1872.
Immediately after the tire they purchased the site
they now occupy, and erected the present substantial

O. E. Robinson, Wholesale Grocer.— The
town of Ingersoll is nM behind her sister towns in
the extent and magnitude of its wholesale grocery
houses, and the enterprise which characterizes this
hei representative firm in this branch of business,
cannot be surpassed in any of our metropolitan cities.
The well-known and reliable house of .Mr. E. O.
Robmson was established by himself in 1883 as a
manufacturer, importer ami dealer in grocers' sup-
plies. He has every facility for the prosecution of
this important business ; while a generrd line of
staple and fancy groceries, teas, coffees, spices, can-
ned goods and grocers' sundries is at all times carried.
The trade of the house circulates all over the Province
of Ontario, an especially large business being done
in the western section. The premises occupied con
sist of a spacious and commodious warehouse, 22x90
feet in (limensions, four stories high, filled with a
general line of merchandise jiertaiiiing to the grocery
trade. The business of the house is strictly whole-
sale ; there is telephone connection ; and Mr. Robin-
son also acts as agent for Messrs. Moss, Rimmington
.V Co., of Selby, l-:ngland, also for Messrs Dunn iV
Hewitt, of London, England. Mr. Robinson is a
native of this country, and by his zeal and enterprise
his house has steadily increased the scope of its o|)era-
tions and the extent of its business, until it is now
justly entitled to rank among the representative mer-
cantile establishments of this Province.

W. C> Holland, liooks and Stationery. — In all
the wide range of industrial pursuits there is not n
more interesting occupation than that of the book-
seller, upon which the e<lucation of the ma.sses and
the enlightenment of a people in a large measure
depend. In the list of prominent establishments do-
voted to this branch of trade in Ingersoll, that now
conducted by Mr. W. C. 1 lolland is deserving of all
recognition. This gentlen.an formerly carried on a
similar business in liothwell, but removed here in
1885, finding a more enlarged field for enerijv and
enterprise. That he was justilied in making the
change is amply proved by the success which has
attended his efforts in the two years he has been

stories in height and

ach llat is /lllcil willi
rtaininjj to the general
very varic'y of niur-
etropolitan estahlish-
•■ of the house, which
lat of any contenipor-
lates widely in all
ijoyed by the linn in
ct importation enable
are not readily diipli-
r. R. V. Hllis left thi-
10 (irm of Messrs. 1'.
nown manufaclurinj;
r the nianagomont of
has fully maintained

A branch oftice is
the administration of
1 houses a large stock
ardware, paints, oils,
plements, tools, etc,

located on Thames
lolden Anvil, where
ind to six experienced
e of Liverpool, Kng-
t of IngcrsoII for iH

lesale (iroccr. — The
.1 her sister towns in
ts wholesale grocery
!ch characterizes this

liraii:;h of business,
r nielropolitan cities,
house of Mr. K. C).
himself in 1S83 as a
aler in grocers' sup-
r the prosecution of
e a generrd line of
, coffees, spices, can-
is at all times carried,
all over the Province
busiiiess being done
:misos occupied con
lus warehouse, 22x90

high, tilled with a
aiuing to the grocery
use is strictly whole-
ion ; and Mr. Robin-
. Moss, Rinimington
for Messrs Dunn iV

Mr. Robinson is a
is zeal and enterprise
he scope of its opera-
ness, until it is now
.' representative mcr-
ovince.

1 Stationery. — In all
rsuits there is not a
.n that of the book-
n of the masses an^i

in a large measure
It establishments de-

Ingersoll, that now
id is ileserving of all
Jrmerly carried on a
nit removed here in
fielf! for eneri^v ai! !
fied in making the
e success which h,i-
I years he has been

RKPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

101

established here. The Post Oftice Hook Store, as his
establishment is known, is regarded a- headi|uarters
for .school books, supplies, and a varied assortment o(
f.)shionabIe stationery, includinglegal and cummercial
paper, lie also keeps chea]i lines in birthday cards,
hymn books, music books, as weli as a choice assort-
ment of fancy goods suitable for wedding or birthday
presents. .Mr. Hollaml carries an ample .slock of
bonks, which includes classical, biographical, scientific
and artistic worl is well as volumes of lietion,
romance, poetry ,„i religion, which are offered at
remarkably low figures. Mr. Holland is a native of
London, ( )nt., and has been in this town since 1SS5,
where he is popular and highly esteemed.

William Beokes, Lumber, .shingles, Sash,
Doors, etc., corner Carnegie and Thames Si reels.—-
Contributing in a marked degree to the enter[)rise
and thrift of all industrial enterprises in the growth
and <levelopmenl (jf this town, such esiablinhmenls
as ihat of .Mr. William Heckes occujiy at all times a
pnsilion which must entitle them to liberal menlioii.
The business embraces sash, doors,, cedar jiosts, etc.,
while he also deals in lumber, dressed or undressed.
The facilities a' his command enable him to under-
take the suuply of anything pertaining lo the bui il-
ing line ujicm the most favorable terms, and to the
advantage of those who contemplate the conslti.etion
of buildings of any character. The business was
established in 1S80 by the present proprietor, the
yards covering an area of ioSx;,6o feet, on which is a
planing mill and factory, the machinery and appli-
ances of which embrace the newest an<l most com-
plete iniprovenients of modern times. The business
here done is already a large <ine, and shows signs of
still greater development. Mr. I!eckes is a native of
the North of Ireland, and has been a resident of the
town since 1872, where he has succeeded in securing
a liberal share of patronage and support, and from a
small beginning has raised its enterprise to its pre-
sent satisfactory basis.

O. J. MItohall, Spring lied Manufacturer and
I'urniture Dialer.— A marked and important industry
has bt :n added to the town of Ingersoll within the
last lew years, and i> one which presents features of
such a character as to make itself known all over the
country in the manufacture and presentation of an
article of such superior excellence and practicability
as to commend itself to every household and the
public generally. It is believeil that the nearest
approach to perfection in spring beds has been
attained by .Mr u. J. .Mitchell, who has con-bined
the best features of other spring beds with patent
improvements of his own, and mnv presents ;in article
, as the >t^f/iis ultm of spring beds. This bed is com-
j j-osed entirely of springs, except a light frame or rim
I to wdiicli the outside springs are attached, and by
means of improved bracing there is no swaying or
noi.se when the bed is in use, while the sjiring.s are
entirely free, |ierpeiidicuiarly yielding to the slightest
pressure and confirming to the body in the easiest

Daly House, comer King and Oxford Streets,
J. W. .Marsden, Proprietor.— One of the prominent
hotels of Ingersoll is the well-knewn and ))o]nilar
" Daly House," which for a long number of years
has been devoted to the purpose of a house of public
entertainment. The hotel was founded some 2S years
.ago by .Mr. A. I )aly, who established for this house a
wide reputation and popularity which, in the hands
of his successor, the present proprietor, Mr. J. W.
Marsden, have been fully maintained. This gentle-
man took possession of the " Daly House" in 18S2,
.and has spared no effort to make this establishment
the leading hotel o( Ingersoll. The building is a
three-storied one, of brick structure, admirably lo-
cated, and has over 30 large and airy beilrooms, as
well as comfortable sitting, smoking and reading
rooms, with convenient sample a]rartinents. All the
appointments of the " Daly Hou.se " are first-class in
every particular and detail, ami the cuisine is fully up
to the standard of metropolitan hotels of the same
class. The house is fitted up with all modern con-
veniences, in the most thorough and complete man-
ner, renderinf it at once a most cheerful and inviting
hostelry, wit'.i -very home comfort. It is lighted
throughout with gas ; and busses connect with all
trains. The hotel has large stables in connection,
witli ample accommodation foi 50 horses. .Mr.
-Marsden is an experienced hotel man, and makes a
most popular and obliging host, and has lived here
since 1882.

possible manner. The bed can be used on either
.side, as both are ])raciieally alike. It is a paragon
in simplicity, beauty and ease, besides having no
place for dust or vermin to collect. This business
was establisiied by M.-. O. J. Mitchell in iSSo, .since
when he has been actively engaged in the manufac-
ture of spring beds and furniture. His business is a
nifjst extensive and comprehensive one, his premises
comprising a spacious three-storied building, of solid
biick, with every mo.lern convenience ancj appliance
for the prosecution of this trade. 1-or the manufac-
ture of spring beds two Hats are utilized, each 50x100
feet in dimensions, an average of 25 daily or some
9,000 a year being turned out, the demand fully
ecpialling the supply. The furniture depurtment is
one of the largest in this action. Two flats are
devoted to this branch, one 40x100 feel in size, and
an upper one 40^70 feet, while employment is given
to 16 experienced assistants. In this line they make
a large number of almost indispensable articles of
furniture and upholstered goods, consisting of those
articles which combine use, comfort and adornment
to the home. In this large and diversified stock may
be found common and extension tables, jiarlor and
chamber suites, centre tables, dressing cases, buffets,
lounges, and every description of upholstered goods.
Mr. Mitchell is also prepared to manufacture furni-
ture to order, and guarantee it exactly according to
the specified reciuirements. During the six years
this hou.se has been established, the excellent (lualily
of all goods Iiere manut'actured has met with public
approval, resulting in a business which extends all
over the Province. Mr. Mitchell is a native of
Humberstone, in the county of Welland, and has

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TOWN OB^ IN(JKRSOLL

resided here for i6 years. He is a gentleman of
marked Inisiness qualifications and executive ability,
and under his careful supervision the transactions of
this house give promise of constant increase.

llamas Molntyra, Furniture Dealer and Under-
taker, Kiiij- Street. —A prominent and extensive
business house in this line is that of Mr. (ames Me-
Inlyre, who for over 30 years has been actively
engaged as a furniture dealer and undertaker. This
business was estaljlished by its jiresent proprietor in
1854, and (luring the many years he has been
before the public has ever maintained a high repu-
tation for his establisliment for superior and durable
articles of furniture. His pieniises are situated on
King Street, and comprise a spacious building 60x17
feet in dimensions, where three llats are utilized for
his extensive trade. The stock carried is at all times
a large and complete one, and iiitendnig house-
keepers, whether requiring elegant suites ol parlor or
bedroom furniture, or articles of more i)ractical use,
will here find an array of goods to suit both the
tastes and pockets of the nio>t fastidious. All goods
purchased here may be relied upon to be as repre- '
sented. They will be found neat in ex'^cution and
finish, and 01 a durable nature. Mr. Mclnlyre has
long been recognized as a leading undertaker in tlie :
town. A large >tock of caskets and undertakers'
poods is always on hand, as well as a hearse and all
funeral trappings. Mr. Mclnlyre personally con-
duc s all funerals entrusted to him to the entire satis-
faction ol those most concerned, and he su]jplies all
necessaries for the last rites of the dead. Night calls
are promptly attended to, his residence being in rear
of his store. Mr. Mclntyre is a native of Elgin
county, Scdtlaiiil, but has resided here since 1S54.
He is a gentleman highly respected and cultured,
and is the author of a neat publication, " Musings on
the Canadian Thames. ''

ilames Sinclair, Cornice and Rooting Works,
etc., Thames Street North. — As representative of an
important branch of iniius'.rial pursvUts the house of
Mr. James Sinclair may appropriately be mentioned
as the leading one in Western Ontario engaged in
the manufacture and sale of cornice and roofing
materials. This house was founded !)y the present
ente.prising proprietor in 1874, and from a compara- ;
tively small commencement has attained its present
proportion, through the energy and ability of Mr.
Sinclair, and the uniformed reliability of all work
performed by liinj. Mr. Sinclair recently suffered a 1
heavv loss ijy fire, and was compelled to seek new I
quarters, so in August last he purchased his present
commodious establishment, 60x25 f^et in dimensions ;
and three stories in height. Ilere he keeps on
hand a large stock, consisting of stoves of all kinds,
ranges for coal or wood, tinware, lamp gooils, coal
oil, and the usual accessories of a tirst-class hard-
ware establishment. On the second floor is located 1
the department for galvani.-.-d iron work, in which a '
large business is don,-. 1,.: basement is used for!
storage purposes, while there are general workrooms !
in the rear. Mr. Sinclair manufactures galvanized,
iron cornices, ornamented window caps, also rooting
in galvanized iron and tin, and a superior class of
galvanized iron eavetroughs, while a specialty is
made of dairy apjiaratus of all kinds. >Ir. .Sinclair
helped to construct the first cheese vat built in Canada,
and since then he has given this branch ot industry
his strict attention, ami as a result his line of goods
in this direction is unsurpassed, while his trade ex-

tends all over the Province. He also does a large
business in ])luml)ing in all its branches ; he employe
none but skilled workmen, and gives a personal
supervision over all work executed. Mr. Sinclair is
a native o( IJumbarton, Scotland, and has been a
resident here for the last 20 years, and to his own
individual etforls and business ability have been
largely due the success which has attended his en
terprise since its inception.

Massrs. dohnatan & Ball, Livery Stable,
King Street.— One of the finest and most thoroughly
equijiped establishments in the town of this class i.s
the livery, sales and boarding stables of Messrs.
Johnston & IJell. The locution utilized for this busi-
ness has for a number of years served the purpose iii
a livery stable, having been a stopping place tor the
st.ages, where hor-kes were changed before she days of
railroads. The business was purchased by the
present proprietors in 1 885, from Mr. John Guggis-
bury, .-'iid has always ranked as the leading one in
the livery line in Ingersoll. The ])rem'ises are
located on King Street, and consist of a substantial
building, two stories in height, 150x50 feet in dimen-
sions, containing spacious, commodious and well
ventilated stables with excellent accommodations for
a large number of horses, and which are arranged
with an especial view to comfort and convenience.
Messrs. Johnston and Bell have in their liver;
department from 12 to 15 horses of superior stanqi
and class, as well as numerous carriages, Iniggits
and sleighs for hire. Their facilities for furnishing
first-class turn-outs 10 individuals or parties are
unsurpassed, and their jirices are as Iowa- any in the
town. The stables are connected by telephone, and
are open day and night. Commercial men will here
find every conveniince and accommodation, wliile
skillful and steady drivers are furnifhed if re(|uired.
These gentlemen take horses in to board, and alsu
negotiate the sale and purchase of horses. They are
thorough judges of horaefiesh, and entirely reliable
and honorable in all transactions. lioth members of
the firm are natives of Canada, and have resided here
since 1S85.

William C, Bell, Lumber and House Furnish-
ings, \ictoria Street.- As an industiy, the trade in
lumber and the manufacture of doors, sash, blinds
and general house furnishings hold a high place
among the activities of a community. Mr. W. C.
Bell, in seeking to perfect the works necessary for
the demand of the public, has established a first-class
business in lumber, shingles, doors, sash, blinds,
mouldings, stairs, stair rails, balusters, newel posts,
etc., at his factory and lum'oer yprd. This business
is a most comprehensive one, and w.is originally
foun<led by Messrs. A. Oliver & Co., who were
succeeded in iSSj by the present projirietor. The
ground occupied by this thriving industry covers a
space of some three acres, on which the idaning
mill stands, a substantial structure 80x108 feet in
dimensions, equipped with all the necessary tools
and machinery of the latest and most improved
description. The most jierfect system prevails in all
departments, and over a million feet of lumber is
annually handled, while employment is given to
twenty han<ls. In addition to this branch of enter-
prise, Mr. Bell is also a prominent builder and con-
tractor; the handsome residences of Messrs, Steph>i!
Noxon, I'eter Stuart and John Lee a'c the results nf
his skill and handywork. In all his business he h;;s
attained a proficiency not excelled by any in this part

REPKESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

10«

He also does a large
liranches ; hv employs
iiul gives a personal
ailed. Mr. Sinclair is
and, and has been a
years, and to his own
-s aliility have been

has attended his en

Btll, Livery Stable,
t and most thoronghh
e town of this class i.n
ig stables of Messrs.
1 nlilized for this bnsi-
served the purpose c,f
stopping place for the
geii l)efore the days ol
s purchased by thv
:im Mr. John Giiggis
as the leading one in
The ]>remises ar^
insist of a substantial
150x50 feet in dimcn-
iinniodious and well
t accommodations for
1 which are arranged
fort and convenience,
have in their liver;
ses of superior stani|i
us carriages, buggies
ciliiies for furnishing
luals or parties are
re as Iowa'- any in the
led by tele]>hone, and
niercial men will here
cconimodation, wliile
furnisheil if reipiirecl.
in to board, and also
of horses. They are
and entirely reliable
IS. ISoth members i,f
and have resided here

and House Furnish-
indiistiy, the trade in
of doors, sash, blim!-
^ hold a high place
imunity. Mr. W. C.

works necessary for
stablished a first-class

doors, sash, blinds,
alusters, newel posts,
yard. This busines^
I and was originally
r & Co., who were
ent proprietor. The
ing industry covers a
n svhich the planini;
cture SoxloS feet in

I the necessary touN
and most improve^l
system prevails in all
on feet of lumber is
loyinent is given to

this branch of enter-
lent builder and con-
es of Messrs. Stejihiii
Lee a'c the results nf

II his business he h,:s
ed by any in this pail

in all matters pertaining to buildings of every class
Special attention is given by Mr. Jiell to the manu-
facture of all house furnishings, and in this respect
his unsurpassed mechanical and other facilities reiuler
him competent to offer inducements of the most
desir.ahle nature. Mr. Kell is a native of Prince
Kdward Island, but has been a resident of the town
since 1855; the promptness and elliciency with
which all contracts are fulfilled by this gentleman
must warrant the remark that no more desirable
establishment can be found with which to open
negotiations. '

<i. C. Nersworthy, Ranking, Loan and Insur-
.ance. King .Street. The cre.lits rei|uired to establish
and carry forward large agricultural enterprises in
this imporbant section of country make il impossible
to undertake them on so fickle a foundation as com-
mercial paper alone. Resort is therefore had in
such cases to long-time loans on real estate seeuritv
or municipal and corporation debentures. By such
means large amounts of money are obtained on long
time at reasonable rates of interest, and on reliable
securities. These securities command the confidence
and meet the wants of the most substantial class of
capitalists. The gentleman whose name heads this
article h.as long been engaged in a general banking '
and financial business. Mr. [. C. XorsworthV
started his present enterprise in liSoS, since when his 1
financial transactions have been widely extended
and have, by his liberal but at the same time safe '
l><ilicy, been the means of helping many to develop '
enterprises. He represents a number of C.anadi.an
and Kritish clients, commanding large sums of money
to be loaned on real estate— farm and improved
town property— at low n'es of interest, for any term
of years to suit borrowers, on first mortgage security.
Mortgages and debentures are also purchased at the
best rates. The accuracy of Mr. Norsworthy in
cstmialing the value of real estate as security for
loans has given him distinction in this part of his
business. His personal attention is given to every
Item of business that passes through 'his ofhce, and
he h.as fairly earneil the confidence of all who have
had business transactions with him. Mr. Nors-
worthy also does a general insurance business, repre-
senting amongst others the Royal, the Imiierial, the
Ihunix, the North lirilish .V Mercantile cS: Fire
Insurance Association, all well-known, old established
and thoroughly reliable English companies. The
oflices uccujiied by this gentleman are situated next
door to the Hank of London, in :i handsome three-
stoned building of imposing structure, which was
ertcte<l by Mr. Norsworthy, and is generallv known
as .Norsworthy's Buildings. In this edi lice- some of
the leading institutions of the town have ortices.
Air. iNorsworlhy is a native of Devonshire, England,
and has resided here since 1S6S. He has ever closely
Identified himself with the interests and progress ,,f
the town of iiis adoption and is personally estetme<l.

I.r^', ? M n ®**,"; '"'P'Ttersofand Dealers in
Dry (,oods .Millinery. -M.antles, etc., Thames .Street
-Ihe ^v ford House, • as the establishment of
Messrs. J. S. Smith k Co. is called, h.as a wide renu-
tation in this district, and caters to the wants of 1
.arge circle of customers. Its Im.siness is of a
thoroughly comprehensive nature, and includes dry
goods, milhnery and mantles. This establishment
was founded in KS72 by the present proprietors, who
nave since then carried on a progressive and steadily
increasing business in the various departments to
which their operations are confined. Th<'v imoort
arge <|uanlities of stapleand fancy dry goods The
large variety of articles embraced in this stock is
such as directly relates to the general wants of a
conmuinity, and comprise what are usually to be
foumi in a first-class establishment of this kind
S|iecial attention is given to the millinery depart-
ment in which is always embraced the newest styles
and latest novelties of t' seas.m. The stocl< of
mantles is especially attractive, and comprises an
assortment to suit the tastes an,I pockets of the most
lastidious. The premises are located on Th.imes
Street, and comprise a building three stories in
fieight, with a neatly arranged store 22x100 feet in
dimensions, which is always fully stocked Mr
Smith IS a native of lianffshire, Scotland, and has
been a reMdent of the town for 15 years, where, by a
ceaseless dispkay of enteri.rise and i-erseverance, he
has Inult up hi.-, present substantial trade.

,,,"• •*'.T°""K' -Saddlery, Harness, etc., I'ho'nix
Hlock, Ning ,St,-eet.-The manufacturer ioid dealer
in saddlery ;;nd harness is one who occupies an im-
portant place in the in.lustries of ,nir country, and in
this line in Ingersoll we have an old established and
thoroughly reliable housein that of Mr. R. H. Vounc
This business was founded by the present proprietor
in rSf,5, and during the twenty years of its existence
this establishment has enjoye.l the full c.mtidence of
a large circle of patrons. .Mr. \onng-s premises are
locatol in the I'h.rnix lilock, on King Street, oppo-
site the Market, and comorise a store iox7o fe'-in
si;'e, fully stocked with il articles necessary for the
accoutrement of a horse, in which he carries a bic
and well .selected line. .Mr. Voung c.-.rries on a
live business as a manufacturer ol and dealer in
saddlery, harness, whips, trunks, vali.ses, etc., while
repairing is promptly attended to. All goods here
are of lirst rate ,|ualiiy, and in his m.anufactured
goods .Mr. \oung cannot he beat in the country.
-Ml articles for farm use, as well as single and
double harness of the neatest lini.sh and execution,
are turned out fn,m this establis .ment. Three
experienced .as.sistanls are employed the year round.
Mr. \oung is a native of the connly of Leeds, but
h.as resided in Ingersoll for the la.st 2.,' years. He is
a thorough practical harness maker, ani h.as a com-
plete knowledge cif his business in all Us details.

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TORONTO SAFE WORKS

1-;

Toronto Safe Works, J. .'^ J. Taylor, Manu- '
facturers of I'ire and l^iir^lar Proof Safes, Hank
Vaults, etc., corner of From and Frederick Streets.
Established 1855.— For many years there was a hand
to hand struggle between science and roi;uery. As
the safe manufacturer improved in his methods the
burglar improved in his also, but like all simdar con-
tests, science at last triumphed and the burglar has
been defeated. The burglar proof safes made by J.
iV 1. Taylor, the Toronto Safe Works, have with-
sto'od the attacks of burglars for over 30 years, a
record unequalled by any other safe manufacturing
concern in the country. The Toronto Safe Works
were founded in 1855 by Messrs. J. .V J. Taylor, and
are now located at the corner of Front and F rederick
Streets. Since the establishment of the cimcern many
additional buildings have been erected from time to
lime, as the requirements of their increasmg business
demanded, until to-day they are very extensive ; the
main building is 70x250 feet in dimensions, of lour
floors and basement, and substantially built of biick ;
there are other attache^ buildings. The machinery
used is ol the latest and must approved pattern, and
admirably adapted for the work reciuired ; a 65 horse-
power Weslinghouse engine is used to drive the heavy
machinery, and they have the largest angle-cutting

and planing machines in the country, and powerful
elevators capable of conveying the heaviest safes t ■
any part of their works. The business is divided nil'
ten departments : the burglar proof, where safes fur
banks and mercantile houses are made ; the Inr
proof department, where safes specially adapted 1 .
withstand (ire are manufactured ; then the levellmi;,
tilling, blackMnith's shop, cabinet works, paintni..
bank locks and shipping departments. A force 1
v.'r.v.-'ds ;,f 150 hands is employtd, and their lab 1
is thoroughly systematized, so that the most perli'. •
results are obtained. The safes made by this tui:i
have obtained an enviable rcpfation throughout tl:.
entire Dominion, and are used' in the Finance Depar;^
ment of the government and most of the banks ami
safe-deposit companies throughout the country, as
well as large commercial houses. They have given
the utmost satisfaction, and have withstood the fierce
attacks of the devouring elements and the desperate
burglar when many others of different manufacture
have succumbed. The members of the hrm are
gentlemen who have a thorough practical knowledi;c
of ever" detail of the extensive business they control,
and have succeeded in giving to the mercantile public
^ a reliable safeguard, for which they are reaping their
reward.

KEPUESENTATIVE lUSlNKSS MEN

lOr)

THE TOWN OF GALT.

Gait han been well immeil the " Manclieater of Canada," for its inannfiictiireH are many and
varied. It is «itniited in tlii' TownHJiii) of OiirnfiicH, wliicli wiis orifjinallv part of the la'ndu jjnintcd
liy the Hritish ('rown to thi' IrDqiioiH, or Six Nation Indians, whoHiMihicf wan the cflfhrated Indian,
.loHopli Hraiit. In 17'.t-i I'liilip Stcdnian pnrcliaHcd l>uiMfri(!H, conHiHtini,' of !M,(H)() acruH, for /'H.Htl
AhHalotn Hliade and William Dickson wclecti'd tlif nito of the present town of (lalt in iHlti.
At first the plaoe was known •' Sliade's Mills." In IH'iT Mr. .John (hilt, father of Sir .Vlex. '1'. (hilt,
of Mont'- and of Chief .lustiee Sir 'I'lionias (hilt, of Toronto, arrived iis Coinmissioner id' tlie
Canada ■ ■. .'any to open n|i a road to the lands of the company where the City of (tiielph is now
situated i: svas after Mr. (lalt that the town was named. The population of the settlement heyan
rapidly to iiieroase, the iinmitjrants hein^! mostly Scotch. In \K'>'> the (ireat Western Railway was
opened to (lalt. In IHHI) theC. 1'. U. added anotluM-. The ineorporation of the town took place in
iHo". The Utile town has a handsome appearance. Musiness in all lines is rei)orted yooil, and the
future of the place has a hri^jht pros|)eet for its inhaliitants, many of whose fathers with their own
Imnds cut down the trees to build themselves the lojj cat>ins of the ori^jiual settlement. The town is
situated alxuit 'il miles from Toronto, with which it is I'onnected by two lines of railway. It contains
seven churches and four schools, as well as three hanks and two newspapers. Its population is
al)OUt (i,.j(M).

Ooldl* & MoCullOOh. (hdt, Ont. This , lished for the sale and distribution of their safeH
well-known lirm occui)ies prol)al)ly tlw tirst place ; at leadintJ points in the Dominion, at Montreal,
of any of its kiuil in this country, its liusiness | .\lfred Heini, Mana;^er ; at Toronto, (ieor>,'e I'".

Hotswick, Representative ; at Winnipeg', .\. A.
Adams, and at Victoria and Vancouver, Messrs.
Rohei'tson .V Co., ,\j;ents. .Vn important hranch
of this business has always been the erection and
refitting' of tlourinw mills, and the tirm's fjreat
experience and skill in this class of work has
enabled them to keep abreast of of all competi-
tors, amid the radical chances that have been
introduced in Hour millinj,' durinj< late years.

coimections and reputation extending! throughout
tlie entire Dominion. The oritjinal business was
commenced as far back as l.sH, by the late Mr.
.James Crombie, who, be^innin^; in a small way
and manufacturing stoves and such farmiuf* im-
plements as were then in demand, gradually
extended the work to embrace enj^ines and boilers,
and flonriufi and saw mill machinery, in due
course laying the foundation of the present exton •

siveestablisliment, Mr. Croinbie haviny acijuired They own or control nniny valuable jiatents,
considerable means, in IH")'.) sold out to the present which our space is too limited to sjiecify, the most
owners, and under their eiiertjetic numaf^ement recent addition hv\un the Hoi.t Di-sti.kss Priii-
the business cinitinued steadily to increase, anil i-iiii; this machine, besides beint,', as its name
1ms yone on extending till it is now certainly indicates, free from dust and consecpient waste
second to none in the Dominion in reputation, and loss, is fire proof, and can he driven with one-
in extent and for the j^eneral excellence of the tenth of the |)ower of the ordinary purifier. The
work produced. The manufactureof wool machin- beautiful l-'iO h. p. Wheelock automatic cut-off
ery was established in IHtib, and in this depart- ent;iue, which drives the works, is one of the latest
nient they are still the only ^'eneral niamifaeturers triumiihs of mechanical skill. Of this celebrated
in Canada, their list embracing' almost all the entwine, Messrs. (loldie iV McCuUoch are the sole
machines required in woollen factories, with the manufacturers for Canada, and can furnish it of
exception of spinnint^ machinery and looms. In any size, in the finest style of wm-kmanship an '
IHli" they added wood-workin-i machinery, and
this branch has attaineil to very larj^e dimensions,
incluiliuH all machines in ■general use by builders,
and also iniproveil shiuj^le and barrel nnichinery.
The very complete illustrated cataloj^ue. just issued alonj; with its modei'ate cost compared with other
bv the firm in this department can tie had on enciucs of a similar I'lass, have rendered it the
ai)plication. and slunild be in the handsof all Hood most desiralile en;;ine in tlie country, and the
wood-workers. In 1H80 the numufacture of tire works have been taxed to their utnmst capacity to
and liurj^lar proof safes was entered on, and now execute the orders durinj^ the present season,
constitutes a principal feature of the firm's busi- The lirm employs from three hundred and fifty to
ness. The lars^e and steady patronage accorded four hundred men. Tlie buildinys are situated on
to the Gait safes by the leaJlintJ banks and busi- the west side of the (Irand River, and have an
ness men tlirouf,'bout the country, evidences the imposing! appearance, beiny of solid masonry 2^

finish. The chief features of the •' Wheelock, "
are. the f^reat simplicity of the cut-ofT sear, the
fewness of its workinj^ |)arts and the small power
absorbed in working; it, and these advaiita>,'es,

lii-ili confidence felt in the excellence of tl
material and work turned out in this important
branch of the business. No one, we may say,
will invest ill a safe without a toleralile assurance
that it will prove reliable in the hour of trial, and

and three stories liiuh, and have nearly all lieeii
erected or rebuilt during the past four years. The
main work-shops have a frontai^e of :-!()() feet
on West Main St., and extend back on the adjac-
ent side streets ,'to() and -I'lO feet, formiiifj three

iud;;ed by experience the only real test either in sides of a (juadrantjle with a spacious yard inside,
their capacity for resistiiij,' the effects of the ; On the east side of W. Main St. are the safe
devouring element or the attacks of burylars, the finishing and paint shops and the pattern storiii;;
safes nianufaclured by Messrs. (ioldie it Mc- house, the latter bein;,' H(i feet square, H< stcn-its
Culloch have been proved to be, without cavil, high. The entire premises occupied cover over
equal to the very best nii-de on the continent, thus five acres of ground. The shops are fitted witli
placing the firm in the front [rank as manufac- the electric litiht, and all tlie interior workitm
turers" of these indispensible recjuisites of the : arrangements are, as may be supposed, in the
business community. Agencies have been estab- ' latest and most advanced lines of mechanical art,

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lOtl

TOWN OF GALT

Ther" m hIho a poworfiil Hteftin piimi) on the
proniiMi'H, iiiul ii well drilU'd tin' cimipmiy ("ii-
necttdl with tlif workH, with mniilc ii|ipiinitiiH, to
provide imiiiimt the cnntiii^jeiicy of the. A vJHit
Id thin eMtiihliHlmieiit will repiiv any one inter-
eHted ill nieehi\niciil pi(ij;reHH S'initorH ure
iidniitted hy a puHH from the otVu'e, which in a
liandHonie (iut Htonelmildinji ailjoininj^, where can
he Heen the tineHt and one of the laryeHt tire and
hiirKJar proof safiH in the Dominion.

Mssacr fc Ward, MunufactnrorH of ShirtH,
ColhuH anil CiilTsj. MeHHer'n Patent AdjnHtahle
Neek Hand Shirt a Specialty. — An important
mannfdcturinn enterpriHe whicli helps to swell the
list at this busv centre is that conducted by Messrs.

HFRV

ADJUSTABLE

I CAN WEAR

EAR ANY !

SHIRT

PAT.JAN.ISaS

SIZE COLLAR

MESSER & Ward
MFRS OF SHIRTS.CBLLARSjCUrrS.iC

GALT. Dnt.

Messer it Ward, manufacturers of shirts, collars
and cuffs on North Water Street. This enterprise
is a comparatively new one, havin;; only been
established in l)eccml)er, IHH',) : but thouj;h so
younj; it already takes a first place amonj^ the
others, and is (Icstineil to be a very important
element amoiii,' the industries of the place. The
premises occupied ai'e a '■ubstantial and commo-
dious buildint,', two stories liif,'h and '21 .\ .sti feet
in dimensions. This is tittcil up with the latest
improved machinery for projierly doinj,' the work
foi- whicli it is designed. While a t,'eiieral
l)usiiiess is done in nKikinj,' shirts, collars, cuffs
ami general neck wear, a s|iecialty is made of
Mcsser's Patent .\djuslahle Neck Band Shirt
This is a patent of Mr, IMesser, datin-,' hack only
to December 15, IHHK ; the way this shirt dilfers
from others is that the neck is made adjustable so
as to lit anyone, and if the collar does not happen
to he the proper size tlu^ hand of tli3 shirt will
adjust itself to the size of the collar. Anioiif' the
reasons why this shirt should be worn instead of
others are durability, simplicity, comfort, perfec-
tion, heiiij4 closed back and front, no button to
come off, and lieiny superior in material ami
workmanship to any other shirt made. Already
it is very extensively worn and the orders for it
are iucreasiujJ from month to mouth. Twenty-

five operatives are enniloyed in thin factory
Messrs. Messer A' Ward are ener^'etic, nuHliinn
business men ami superintend personally the work
done in their factmy. Ml'. Messer in an Ameri-
can and has been ill the shirt business for twenty-
two years, while .Mr. Ward is a Canadian.

Numa & Oo..()rocerieHand Hardware, Queen's
Stpiare. The town of (iait has many interestiny
experiences and old land marks in the persons of
early settlers, who ari' still in the landof the liviiij,'
to tell of those days when the primeval forest yet
stood where happy homes now occupy the place.
Anions the most proiiiinent of the early settlers
is Mr. Hume, who came to (Salt from Scotland
■J.'i years ayo. In the year I.hI'.i he founded the
business which he still so HUocessfidly roiidiicts.
The premises occupied by him consist of two
stores, one beiiif,' '2'J.\7() fei t in ilimensions and the
other •2I.\.")(I, anil botii ;t stories in height and sub-
stantially built of stone. The latter store was the
one ill which he started in H41I. and the former,
now orcnpied as the hardware store, was built by
him in IH.')!'). In one store is ciirried a lar^ie
and well assorted stork of staple and fancy fjrocer-
ies. choice brands of teas, lol'fees and pure spices,
table delicacies, condiments, hermetically sealed
tjooils, etc., all of the purest ijiiality. In the
other store a very extensive stock of staple and
shelf hardware, cutlery, mechanics' and builders'
tools, whips, cordafie, etc., may always be found
in abiiiidance. Mr. Hume, as one may readily
suppose, has built up a very extensive business,
which extends thri>ii^,'lio'it the town and snrround-
iiij: districts of country. He j^ives eiiiploymeiit
to eiylit competent .ssistants. and uses two teams
in the prosei'iitioi. of his hiisiiiess. He v.'as at
one time ail owner of the celebrated DnmfricH
Mills, which are still standin-,', hut now occiiiiied
by the (ialt Klectric Liyht Co., as a niemeiito of
the past. Mr. Hume is an honored citizen of the
town of Clalt. and one who has done much to
build up the commercial prosperity of the place.
He is held in the hit!hest esteem hy the commuii-
itv in which he has been a resident for almost a
lifetime,

T. il. Hammatt.— Considered as a branch of
commerce the trade in pianos and musical instru-
ments ranks as a 'nost important one. We have
here in (Ialt in this Hue of business a house which
altlioutjli but recently started here, yet from the
nature of the j,'oods which it carries, has yained a
liifih re|mtatioii and stands pre-eminently forward.
:\lr. T. .1. Hammett started here in 1HH8. on
South Water Street. Iiavinj^ previous to that time
since IHS'J been in business at i^Iespeler Since its
inceiition in this city it has met with thi! most
tlatterin-i success, the volume of trade increasing
from month to month, and last year heini^ twice
as Hi'cat as for the jireccdiiif^ year. 'Mr. Hammett
is aj^'ent for Canada for the fainous BUithner
Pianos, which are the only pianos used in the
Koyal Conservatory of Music at Leipzig, Ger
many, and are used more than any other in the
lialaces of the crowned heads of JOurope ; and in
the factory where they are made, more than l,(Hiii
men beiny employed. Mr. Hammett is also ajjeiit
for Vose A Son's Pianos, ]5ostoii, as well as for
I the Clongh A Warren Organs. All floods which
i he handles arc of tiist-class quality, a specialty
' beinfi made of and only hifjh class goods handled
I Mr. Hammett does not emplo;, any agents, but
does his own selling, finding this way very much

REPREHENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

107

11 thin factory,
ciyetic, imHliitnj
HDMiilly tlif wcitk
'I' ill nil Aiiiut'i'
iii'SH for t%vt>iity-
iiniiiliiiii.

ii'dwiire, Qunen'M
laiiy iiitercatiiiK
II tlie iicrKoiiH of
liiiiilof tlio liviiiu
mcviil ftinwt yet
cciipy tlie place,
le eiiily Ht'ttliTH
, friini Hciitliiiicl

111' fc1llll(lf(l tlio

.rffiilly coniliii'tH.

coiiHiHt iif two
leimioiiH mill the

heifjlit anil Kiih-
ti.T Htiive wiiH the
mil the foriiier,
lie, was built hy

riiriieil a laif^e
ml fancy f,'riii'er-
anil [Hire HpiceH.
inetically sealeil
ijiiality. Ill tlie
:k of Htaple anil
i'k' anil huililel's'
ilways he founil
one may reailily
tensive hiiHiiieHH,
,11 anil Hiirroiiiiil.
veH eiiiployinent
1 uses two ti'iiiiiH
esH. lie waH at
irateil DiunfrieH
lit now occiipieil
IS a ineiiieiito of
red citizen of the
< (lone much to
ity of the jilaee.
hy the commun-
?nt for almost a

I as a branch of
I inusical instru
t one. We have
HS a house wliicli
re. yet from the
ries, has t^aincil a
liiiently forwanl.
ere in" \XHH. on
ions to that time
speler Since its
t with th(> most

trade increasiiif.'
year beiny twice
! Mr. Ilammett
iimous liliithner
inos used in the
at Leipzit;, Ger-
any other in the

ICurope ; and in
, more than 1,0(HI
iiiett is also afjent
11, as well as for
All floods whicli
auty. a spociaity
is floods handled

any agents, hut

way very much

more HBtisfuctory than any other. I'erMoually,
Mr. Ffatiiinett is a ('anadiu'n ' hirtli, an active
and eiieruetic ImsineNs man knows the iiieritH mid
lU'inerits of 11 inusical iiiMtriiment wlien he tries it
and can i^iiaraiitceiverytliiiifj which lie sells to he
just as represented.

Uaokson Bros., MHiuifncturers of HiscnitH
iiid Confectionery, irawthorne Street, (iair. Out.
-Larue i|uantities of candied floods and coiife<v
tioileryareeoiisiimedeveiy wherecoiiseipicntl) this
hraiich of trade assumes a liifjii diuiee of iiiipor-
taiice. The days of honieinade bread may also
be said to have disappeared, and we look to the
science of the professii ,il haker for the supply of
that needful commodit. ■ thus the comliined trade
of a confectioner and hii'u'r is one which is
deserving of hitjli consideration. .Vinoii^ those
who have a hit'h and welldeservcd r..piitiition in
this line are Messrs. .lacksoii Ilros.. who for the
past three years have been activelv enf^a;;i>d in
husiiiess as bakers, confectlom.rs ' and biscuit
iiianiifactiirers. 'I'hey occupy premises on ilaw-
thoriie Street where they have everv convenieiice
and facility for conducting; their trade, '('liev
j{ive employment to ten experienced assistants,
and personally sii|ieriiitc'nd all departments. 'I'lie
(.'ooils mamifactiired are sold in all parts of the
city and surroiiudiii',' county, two travellers heiiif,'
constantly employed in selli'nt; the products of the
house. 'I'hey also make tiomls to order, furnish
weddiiiK cakes, etc.. and they can be dejiemled on
to furnish everythiiif,' first class. The individual
members of the tirni are Henry and .John .lack-
sou. Caiiadiaii by hinh. active, iiitelli;;ciit and
eiiterprisiii;>.thoroiif;h practical bakers and confec-
tioners, and bavin;,' the latest improved oven and
other necessary essentials for a well conducted
estahlishinent of this kind all goods in their line
call be relied upon.

Imperial Hotel. (i»lt. Out. -classed nuuma
the licst of the many public houses of which (Jak
n\n lioast is tlM Imperial Hotel, (leortje .\
(uuham, proprietor. It occupies a iiroinineiit
position on South Water Street, just opiiosite the
I'list Office, close to the business centre of the
rity and convenient to the railroad deji^its. thus
luakiiig it a natural rcndevoiis for the travelling;
public. The house was built in IHs-i by the
Imperial Hotel Company and was opened hv Mr.
Isadore Kly, and has always been lii;;lilv iio'pular
with tourists, excursionists and coniinercial men.
It is a substantial four story brick huildint; and
contains forty-five bed-rooin's, six jiarlor and sit-
ting rooms, six sample rooms for tlie use of com-
mercial travellers, a fully eijuipped hilliarl room,
■1 well stocked bar, where are to be found the
• lioicest wines and liipiors and the best brands of
imported and domestic ci>;ars. and a diiiint; room
which comfortably seats eighty f;iiests The hotel
is heated by steam, fitted tliroiiyhont with electric
hells and has bath rooms, barber sho]) and all
niodeni conveniences. The sleepinj,- rooms are
elegantly furnished and the parlors are richlv and
tastefully htted up. The dining; room is a cheer-
ful, lightsome and spacious apartment. The hill ■
of fare gives daily evidence of a liberal manaf;e- '
nient. careful to please and satisfv even the most
e.xactin« of guests. There are sjood stables in
connection with this iiotei sutticientlv large to
accommodate twenty-five horses. A "handsome
lawn and pleasure Hvounds with a fine stream of
water running through them are in the rear of the

building, in which guests may enjoy the open air
without seeking it in the street. Sir. (ieorgt. A.
(Iralnini. the present |iroprietor, formerly of tlie
Nntioiiul Hotel at St. Marvs, is a hale lind well-
met fellow unit genial host, while his extelisivu
acipiaintance with the travelling public and his
pcrsoniil popularity makes the Imperial House
(leciiha.ly attractiM' and homelike.

Predi W. Mellieh. .Vrchitect nml Kuperintoiid-
cut. South Water Street, (ialt contaiiib no more
important profession than that of the architect,
and it is a matter of interi^st to descrilie the reprt
sentative linns which areeii«ageil in this beneticial
and honorable eallini.'. The rapid growth of the
city has been favorable to the constriu'tion of sub-
stantial and liaiidsonie private and public build-
iiiUs No recoHiiized style of architecture has been
followed, but a system has vrown up, not referable
to any particular period hut a combination of

inan> . .\ii ^ those masters and leaders of their

profession may he classed the name of ,Mr. I'red.
W Mellish, whose ofhce is in the Imperial Itlock
on South Water Street Mr. Mellish has only
been In this office since .lamiary. iMlMl.but previou's
to that time had designed f^he plant and had
charnc of the construction of ijuite a niimher of
imiiortant buililiii>;s. anions; others the (ialt
(ieiieral Hospital, the Scott Mlock and several
stores, ofiiivsand halls. He has also on hand now
plans which have been accepted for Ijiisiiiesg
blocks in Preston and some other small towns.
'Sh: Mellish is a practical car[ienter and builder,
persoiiallv superintends the construction of the
building's for which he makes the plans, is pushing;,
ener;;etic and courteous, and his prospects forli
la rfic a 111 lf;rowinf; business in his line are very good.

Or. Sylveeter Moyer. Dentist, corner Main
and South Water streets. If there is any one
infirmity more painful than another it is "tooth
ache ; while it may not he danf>erous to life, it
brings in its train such an amount of niiserv that
it unfits the siillcrer for ordinary business or the
cares of the home, and makes existence a burden
Und life not worth living. Like other ills, how-
o\er, tooth ache can be averted, and, by (iroper
care, teeth can be preserved ill their natural beauty
diiriiij; life time. It is a duty then that we ow"e
to our children, that their teeth receive that same
careful attention that we bestow on their educa-
tion, and thus before decay sets in have them
preserved, and in many cases the future happi-
ness of their lives assured. .Among those engaged
in the dental iirofession in (Jalt and occupying a
first |iositioii in it. is Dr. Sylvester Moyer, D.D.S.
The business was first estahlisheil "more than
twenty years ago by Dr. Held, who aiiccessfully
practised it for some years, and was succeeded b"v
his son, Dr S. F. H. Rcid, who in turn gave way
in the early part of Isi'otothe present proprietor.
Dr. Mover, after studying in a dental otlic.e here
and in London for some three years, graduated
with honors at the (Jollcfie of Dental Surgery at
Toronto I'liiversity. and at oiici! established liini-
self ill business here in (ialt. His otlices are well
locatc'l on South Water Street, are tastefully fur-
nished and fitted up with the latest ai)plianc"es for
artistic as well as first class work. Dr. Moyer is
a Caiinrllan by birth.. L\n intelligent, rntprpri-ing
and industrious gentleman, who, although but a
short time in the business, already numbers amoiit!
his [latrons some of the most prominent of our
citizens.

lOM

TOWN OV BKaLlN

TOWN OF J5KHLIN

The setllomeiit of Berlin wan llrxt nmdo l\ Meniionitim from renn»ylvtthilli who iirrivtd in
Cfttiftiln in tlm yenr lH(Ht, attracted by iiewH of tlit) extriMirdiimry fi-rtility "f tlui J'cmiitry. Voiir l>y
y*»r !i ,• ««'t('^»i - were joined by oIIkth of tlioir frici\dH from I'emiMylMtiiiii, and tliUH the littlu
lif^lill'' llml ia\iuljp*s. Anionk! th,, early arriviilH were Henjaniin I'M, I'eter Krl., Ahrahaiii

Weber, 4oh "' jfaiewir, and olfi im, who with their wives ami faniiliim, tool< upland in 1H07. 'I'lif
I^Tnm,i_ :v\, „, thes(» sturdy pinntws «re today aniiinK thr himt kn.iwn of tim munnfactiin-rH and
f^pivbautii who '"■« biiilt up tile i.^winesa reputation of Herlin. In IH'iO a hlackHinith Hliop wnx
^AfU"\. then a cal-uet fdclory : and (|uickly lh»..f after other in.lintrieH nynuxn up. The lirnt Htoro
was opened by William Millar, in 18H0, and the wei^id by Henry H. Hownian. In IHHa. Kroin thiH
time out Muttlers fnmi Opnnany !M'«an to arrive, and wliil" the IVnuHvlvania Dutch, the fhwt rtcttl-rs,
»io»!,'- took tofarniiui:. thr n»w<!omerH, heiny expert hamlu laflMUu ii, principally enpiMed ii. niochaii-
iMl ami (mercantile jmrHUits. ' n 1S,VJ Herlin was made the iimnty seat for the ininuy of Wiiterloo ;
«fM the next year it became inin, , crated as >• villaye. Its incorporation an a t"wn dateH fnnn 1H71,
f«» B^dMV Years before this it had enjoyed tit." «\';ellent railway facilities which still ( ontriluite to
make Ua,r «irable ninnufactnriny centre, i 'in is noted for its fundlure factorits, a branch of
industry f»i *bich the town has had an established repiitati( n for over half a century, It is a centre
forveuetabU button tnaniifactiiring, and ontaii's ,i felt boot f:ictory, slipper f.ictoiies, «love factories,
chair factories, machine shops, tanneries and many other industries. It hns a free library contamin«
over o.nOO volumes, and a spacious reading room. The County linddinns are an ornament to the
town. The business men of the town are solid, substantial citizens, k"epin« well up with the lanes
and showinn push and enterprise in all their trun-'JictionH. The population is a'uoiit (1,000.

J, E. MoOarvin tt Co,. ^launfactm-ers of
Trunks, Valises, liaj^s, etc, Water Kt, -A review
of the many industries of Herlin would be mani-
festly very incomplete if mention were not nnide
of .1. K. ^Nlctiarvin iV Co., inannta<tnrers of Trunks,
Valises, liajjs. etc., on Water St, The business
was tirst estal ' ihed in .Acton in IMHI by Mr,. I, 1^
Mc(iHrvin ami Wm, Moore, This continued till
IMHC), when Mr. Abioru sold his interest to Mr.
l{ol)ert Crane, and it has since been carried on
under the name at present used. .lanuary 1, IHH'.t,
the industry was removed to this city. The pre-
mises consist of a substantial brick bnildinj; 10")
.\ IH feet in dimensions, and four stories hit;h. and
a wint^ 'I'l X 2.") feet in size for boiler and enjjine
rooms. The bnildii'H is well htled up and is re-
plete with the latest improved nnichinery for the
work that is done. The enterprise was started on
(]uite a small scale— one man oidy beiny employed
at the start ; but by strict attention to business
and the excellent cpiality of the work done, an ex-
cee<lintily prosperous and increasing,' busnu'ss has
been estabhsheil, the yooils bein« sold in all parts
of the Dominiini, four travellers representinji the
house, and employnient bein;; yiveii to tifty skilled
workmen. The ^joods manufactured embrace all
kinds of trunks, valises, travelling ba^s, school
bans, shawl straps and everythiiif; in this line
pertaiuiny to a traveller's outtit. The material
un«l in the nnuiufactiire of these yoods is import-
ed directly from Knt^land, (iernuiny and the
United States, ami or.ly the very best material is
used. The individual members of the firm are
.T, K. ?irt(iarviii and U'lbert Crsine. both Cftiui'lians
by bin' , social and cultured yentlemeii, looking
closely after the interests of their business. ivnJ
bavin.; a hiyh mercantile reputation.

Th« Eby Novalty WorKs, Kby Kros., Kini^
Hi, I'roininent aniony the imlnstries of Herlin U
that carried on bythe I'.hy Novelty Works, of which
the Messrs. I'.hy Hros. are the proprietors. The
business was established by C. >loyer in IHT'.l. ainl
carried on by him till (iet , IHH'.t, when it was
bouulit bv Messrs. .leri'iniah and >Iosiah llby, and
has since been conducted by tlMin, Pefore enter
in^; the fomulry business they were successfully
entiajied for some years in tl.e stove an<l hani
ware business. The premises, .cupied are '20 x Hii
feet in size and Iwo stories hit;li. In addition
there is an ent;ine-house, blacksmith shop ami
shells for storing material, .■\nopen yard of some
three-.piarters of an acre ailjoins the shops, Thi'
buiMinys are fitted up with the latest improved
machinery for doint; the work of the shop, ami is
operated by a twelve horse jxiwer engine. The
work tn>-ned out is of a luLlh ipiality and embraces
amoiit; other thines a patent clothes drier ami
wasting pan. and in these two iirtiel s a specialty
is ma.le, .Vside from this, the work of the livni is
mostly repairiu;,', and is local in its nature, con-
lined to the town and snrroundinf,' country. Per-
sonally, the Messrs. Kby are Canadians ; they ar.'
thorruHh mechanics, possess splendid executivi-
; abilities and are reliable, bein^; hij;hly esteemed
j in the community.

Berlin Folt Boot Co., Ueorye Uumpel.— The
business of manufacturint; felt boots and stocli-
in^s in Herlin was tirst established in IHd" by
Mr. .]. U. Feick, svho < o' luctcd it on a comparii-
tively small scale foi sr.ine .ears, out with imiil-
fereiit success, and finnliyit I'e'l i;tothe band- ■ t
Mr. Jacob Y. Shant', wl.t. oum.i ;.4 it until I ' •

H. L. J

Stieet -l'"lc
juve and fr

pi'.ilit or aJ
rroniin 'Utl
iii'ss ill Herl
li <uses are
t;irteil hen
which has
portions. 1
urea of som
are titled u|
lii'nteil by s.
.xteiiilinyai
tile tables
hvacinths,
111! endless v
mill tloweri-
Mr. .lanzeii
propuyation
iiii; .'!.")0 Kiisli
Ml. •liiiizen
lilies of lam
illi'S of fi-ii
I'lom th" iii
liiii|i|llets, ill
tile hot beii
while his mi
ail over tl
i;iiiiied a hij
zeii is a (1
Canada the
pleasant fjei
ill the welf:
sihle positii
I'l lephone c

ui.i'ia:si:NTATiVK iuhiness mkn

in»

when 111' Hiilil it to Mr. (i.orK.- ltiiin|K'l, tlu« |pif-

Wilt iPiDprii'tor, who Ims iiimlu of it an riiii t

HiK'ci'HM. 'I'lu. prt'niiMi'H occupied iiiti loiutfil nnir
till' lailwiiv Htation ar.il Ih a Hiilmtantial hn.'lt
Htriirturip KlxM.'i foct in iliincnsionH iiiiil ;ti HtoricH
in liiii^ht. 'I'hi' iM)in|i:uiy inannfuilnrr fi'lt bootH
ami hIioi'H and Hto(;l(iin<H if tho Hanit> material,

Wllil'll llfl- CXCcUfMt foot ••r)Vl'liimH for tllCMC

(A|>oMc(l to the cold wcalhiM'. tlif iiiiMicity of tlir
w irks hciiiK alioiit IIOII |iair« per day. 'I'lu'
iMiiiliiin'ry iiMcd in all of the IrtcKt and tnoHt Irii-
pi-ovcd, conHistinu of pickirs, canliTs. fnllin^
Mmcliini'K and fl•ltin^; inichini'H, almi a piit.Mit lu ■'
A llOduirHu powi'r I'njjinc in nNnl in ilriviny ti
nmi'liiiKTV. Till' annniil ontpnt of the workH ,
over JKIK.OlHI and tlic I'himi' I4 driviii to its nt
tnimt to (111 onlirH wliici nf daily coming in from
all over the I lominiiui, I .tnployiiicnt i« furniHiad
t 1 70 conipi'tcnt luindn. Mr. Hnnipi'l is a nativf
of (lorniaiiy ami i« a «i'ntli'inaii of marked hitsi-
m ■!« aliilily, pnHJianil I'ntiMpriHc, ami is cHtalih It
ill;,' a IdiMini'HH ulioHi' fnlMi'i' liinitn (niinot l.c
fnrotold. lie IK a piililii^ spiriti'd liiiillnniin and
luiH MfrVL'd in tliecoiincil and in held in tlu' ldi;li('nt
fxtiiinitioii ill tilt) cuiniiinnity.

H. L. Janzan, Klorint and NiirMcry. Kinj;
Stivi't -I'KiWi'iH, bciiij,' thf i'niM(ii) of (Htcrnr
I'Vt' and rrit'iidHliip, llicii- cnltnrf, ujiitlicr for
pi-olit oi' ut a pastinu' is a plcaHunt occupation.
I'r.>niin ntly coion'ctcd with ihiH branch of hu^i.
11 ■'•H ai Hurlni 1^ Mr. 1[ |,. .hui/.n, whose uieen
I, niHi'H uro on Kiii>; Htivct. Air. .laii/cn lirst
t;irtcd hiTu in lH7i» on rathor a Hinall ncalc, and
which ban yradnally jjrowii to be of I ulic pro
I'ortioiiH. His honHcH, three in mnnber, have an
urea of some H, ()()() s(|nare feet of ylass covering;,
are fitted np with the latest improvements, ancl
liented by some '.MID feet of I inch hot water pipes
cxteadiiiHaronnd and throntih the huildincs. I'nder
I IK' tables here are to be b>iinil roses, lilies.
livacintliH, crysanthenmms, a/elias, palms and
101 I'nillesH variety of tropical and hot bonse plants
and flowers. In addition to the ;^reen houses,
Mr. .lanzeii has (jniti' a nnnda'r of hot beds for the
propagation of early liidbH and (ilantM, it reipdr-
int; ;i.")ll siisb. each M.\(; fei t in si/e to cover them.
Ml'. •Ian/en also bi.s a nnrsery. coveriiiL; some four
acres of land, and containim; all kinds and vari-
elics of frnit and ornamental trees and shrnhs.
I'rom tlu! t;reen bonses he furiiish(;s cut flowers.
Iioiiipiets, decorations ami floral otferiiiyH : from
the hot beds early ilower and vegetable plants,
while bis nursery stia-k is sold by agents and tjoes
nil over the eonntry, and has, wherever sold
;;«ined a hit^b reputation. Personally, .Mr. ,Jan-
z>Mi is a (ierinan by birth, but has ived in
Canada the past thirteen years, lie is a very
pleasant fjeiitleniaii and lakes an active interest
ill the welfare of the town, boldinj,' the respon-
silile positions of Ueeve and School trustee.
I'l lepboiie connection.

J E Staebler. Insiiranee .Vueiit. Kin;; Street.
~.\monf4 the agencies condtictinji this line of bnsi-
iiess in this part of the comity none are more
dcservinjf of mention and none more fully enjov
the confidence of the public than Mr.' J. Tit.
St^iebk-i-, ;;eiiur!il, fire. life, and accident in.suriince :
ttu'ent .)ii Kinj,' Street. This gentleman established I
an ayeiicy here in 1H72 witli but little to represent, '

[ but by diligent ami |i«nwveriii»( emtrtty ha« worked
nil a wide coniifctioii «nd now reprenentH tbirteun
of the larj;eHt, oldeNt uml best tire, and one of the

: Hafest life ami accident iiiHiiraiice companieH lliat
■ III buHiiieHH ill Canada. Kih record nn a lire
insurance aueiit Ih pbenominal. ami is not siir-
pHHsed or eipialleil anywhere in .\inerica or in the
world ; tbecompameH be repri'MeiitH carrviiiK rink*
amoimtiiiK to over I.IHMI, 0(1(1 dollarH. ' In tbix
vicinity the entire lohses paiil by bini clnriiiK fm

I term that be bis liceii in biisincsH JniM amounted
to the Hinall Hiim of !(7'> ' Hars In aildition to
till iiisnraiice liiiHineM.', '.unc, be carries on, ho
has been en^ai^eil in sev i-nl ; . .reliterprises hIiico
lie located lu're, and i« ne eiiKiiUe<l in a general
wlloU nirle jidibiiiH buHiiiess, the principal lino

liciiiK biitl *. In lM7,s he formed a joint stock

lornpany for the maiiufactiire of «iih in the town

, and had charfje of if liil IHHIi. Mr. Staebler is \

! (lublic s|)uiteii eitizi'ii and takes a leadiim iiitei^ I
111 iiniiiiclpai unwell as national mutters. Me w.is
for two years Uueve of the 'I'own and liilh for the
past fen years reproHeiited his Ward in the Town

ConiMil Ife is a native {'aiuidiiii. was born in
Coiintv if Waterloo and raiseil on a farm in
O.xford ( oiinty and educated hiniHelf. He is j... iai,

courteous and ciiltiired and has a leading position
in the social world.

Ounka d Co.. (iroceries, Kin« Str, ,.t. -The
t'rocery and provision tra<le deals nioie particu-
larly with the general public than aiiv other, and
on that accomil is more important than any other.
I'rominent aliioni; those eii;;ai,'ed 111 this line of
business ill this town is the old established Hriii
of Dimke.y Co., di'iilers in groceries, fruits, eon-
fectiomry. crockery and ylassware, located on
Kiny Street. The business was (irst established
ill \K'\ by Mr. II. S. Ilocbiiier, as a t.'eneral store.
He continiied it till IH,s7, when the resent linn
lioii^ht the grocery part of it and '^Ir. JJoehmer
removed the dry floods to another loc.tion. Since
the inception of the biiHinesH it ha met with
most tlatteriiifi success, newoilstomers tieinj; added
and the trade beiiiu e.xteiiiled from mm- to vear.
The premises, which have .1 tloor spa< c of Over
10.(10(1 sipiare feet, are well adapted to he busi-
ness and ari' well stocked with such yo. Is as ai*e
usually found in a store of this kind. I ere are
the best brands of tea from China and la|iaii ;
the most frat^rant coltVe from , Java and li, .; the
purest spices -. beriiieti<tally sealed I'lUined .oods ;
dried fruits, nuts, raisins and confectiom v. all
are here. .\nother branch of industry .liicli
Dlllike ,V Co. carrv on successfully is pork pack-
iiiy, buying dressed lio^s from the farmers i-i the
fall ; jiackinij the pork and selling it to their cus-
tomers from the store. Kan packiii;,' is carri. I on
extensively loo; these heiiiy also bouf,'bt nil
the farmers, and when packed, shipped to New
York. In this alone a lar^e business is d me,
amoiintiii;,' to several car loads each year. Vll
j;oods are carefully selected and only those of t -t
class ipiality lire dealt in. The 'riide extends 11
over the town and ad,|oininH country and omph -
meiit is fiiveii all the time to five courleousai i
obli-^iny clerks. The individual members of ti
firm are C. M. Dnnke and |{. Dunke, both Can
diaus, courleous and siaual, active, slirewii, pusi
iiij; business men and keenly lookin(|> after tb
interests of tlieir business.

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TOWN OF BERLIN

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Armbrust, Ob«rholtx«r & Co., BIukh hikI
Slippers, Kiiif; St.— Tlie Shoe and Slipper indus-
try numbers ftniong its ranks niany prominent
citizens, and as this commodity is one of the pri-
mary essentials of the attiro of both sexes, the-
trMd'e takes deservedly hiyh rank aniont^ the in-
dustrial pursuits of a community. Anions those
who in this line have trained a <leservedly hi^jh
reputation, and who are (leservinfjof all honorable
mention, must be named Messrs. Armbrust, Obor
holtzer & Co., manufacturers of shoes and slippers,
King St. This business was established in Aug.,

cheaper brands are the No. 1, Mansion, P'ieldand
[ Forest, and the Maripiis of Lansdowne, while of
: higher priced are the Surprise, Eastern Beauty
' and Golden. Aside from this are two special
brands, the " 1 ritz Favorite," being a live cent
cigar, and the Flordu-Stephan, a ten cent one.
Cigars are also madetoorder for parties who want
some special flavor. The business done is an ex-
tensive one, nine competent liandsbeing employed
all the time. The gcjods are sold at wholesale
only, Mr. Stephan supplying the trade in Herlin,
Waterloo, Gait, Treston, (Juelph and several other
towns and cities in the Province. The premises
comprise a work-shop, stock room, dry-room,
bonded warehouse and oftice, all of which are con-
veniently fitted up and arrange I for the purposes
to whieli they are devoteil. Mr. Stephan is a
(ierman by birth, a genial and social gentleman,
and having been so long in the cigar business
knows it thoroughly, and nuderstaiids how to
manufacture first class goods.

IHjST. and fro. a its first inception lias been lunsl
successful. The goods niiimil'actiired are small
shoes for children and phisli and rep slipiiers of
all sizes for both ladies and gentlemen, the plush
being imported from llngland and the re)) from
(iermany. While the linn Inis ))eeii in hnsincss
(inly a sliort time, yet in tliat period the rclialile
(luality of all goo(is ilealt in lias resulted in the
building np of a solid and substantial trade, the
goods being now sold all over the Doiniiiion, oiii'
travelli'r being eonstHiilly employed, and very
often ;wo, wliile themembersof the firm frequent-
ly take tri|)S to the larger cities to look after sales
of the goods The premises occupied are :i(l x l.')ll
feet in size, fitted up with the most approved
machinery driven by a tliirty horse (lower engine,
andgiving employment tolwenty skilled assistunts.
'J'lie individual members of the lirni are Malilm
.Vrmbriist and Gleason W (.)berliolt/i'r. Imtli Cana-
dians by birth, energetic and reliable in all Imsi-
iiess transactions, and have thus won the esteem
and respect of all with whom they have been
brought into contact.

il. W. Stephan, cigar Manufacturer. King
St. — The cpiality of Canadian cigars has been
steadily inoiroving as the demand grew for a bet-
ter ami finer article, fosteicd no doubt by the im-
portation of fine brands. Mr •! W. Stephan.
whose place of business is on King St . has ke|il
abreast of tliis demand, and is inanufactuiiiig the
finest brands liotli in liieji and low priced eiga.rs
of aiiv in the country. U'lie business was estab-
HsIkmI ill this town in .July, iss.s. For two years
previous to that Mr. Steiihan was a partner in a
Waterloo, and iirior I

similar ma

lutactorv in

line

Henry Aamusaen. Broom Maker. Mill street,
near .VIbert. 'I'lie nianiit'actnre of brooms and
whisks in Canada has been an industry of con-
siderable importance fur some years, more
especially since the inauguration of " National
I'olicy.'" .Vnioiig the leading inaniifacturers ef
this class of goods in this vicinity is Mr. j-h'iiry
.Vsinusseii. whose establishment is located on
Mill Street near .\lbert. lie mannfactiires all
kinds anil ipialities of brooms and whisks, iiniiort-
ing from the States the lirooni corn, luiinlles ami
wire. The Imsiiies,, was established in bS.HO on a
small scale and has increased from year to year,
amouiitiiig now to (piite an extensive one. The
goods are sold only at wholesale, and are sent to
the various towns, (iiielph. (iaU. I'restini. Water-
loo. Ilespeler. etc. The premises oc'ciipied are
•JdxMd feet ill size, and containing three machiius.
iMiiiiloyment is given to four men. I'crsonallv.
Mr. .\smusseii is a (!erin:iii. lint has lived ni
Canada for the past fifteen years. He is an aeti\i-
business man. thoroughly understanding tbebusi-
iiess in which he is engaged, and to this knowUdg'
does he attribute the great success he has had.

Oeorge Seiler. I'liotigrajilur. King Street.
'I'lie pliolographer's art is one that lias materiallv
imil wonderfully developed within the past 'JO
vears ; in fact every year there is some new invei
tioii. some appliance that much advances tli.
Iieaiity. linish and life like expression of tli-
picture. .Vinoni; those engaged in this line . !
business here is Mr. Georgi' Seiler. who has Inen
established for the past six years and whose bie-e
ness has been constantly improving and exteiidii:^
throngliout the town and eonntrw The stiuli ■
occupied by Mr. Seiler consists of the oiieratin,;
room, which is 2.'ix:iO feet in dimensions, ainl li.'
rece|ition room. lOx'Jil feet, with dark roniii.
liiiisliineiip room and others adjoining. Tin'
work done by this gentleman is very artistic aii'l
well linished and correct ill all its details, evinciim
the artist and thorough master of bis work. Mr
Seller is a native of Canada and is a painstakinu
and careful artist and niiar.mtees satisfaction in
ail work done by linn. He is a gentleinan iir.i

that for many years. The cigars are made from thought of in the coinnui

Mei
iiiitv, where ho is wi

tobacco grown in Sumatra and Cuba, .\nioiig the I*

!\ii(iwii ai

111 respected.

REPRESENTATIVE BUSIxNESS MEN

111

AlaiiHioii, Field and
laimdowne. wliik^ of
ic, Eastern ]5eautv
iin are two Hpecial
' beiny a five cent
in, a ten cent one.
or partieH who want
iness done i» an ex-
lulsbeinn employed
.' sold at wholesale
tlie trade in llerlin.
ill and several other
nee. The premises
k room, dry-room,
ill of which arecoii-
lel for the purposes

Mr. Steiihiiii is a
(1 social ;,'entlenian.

the cif^ar business
nderstands how to

Maker. Mill Street,
nre of brooms and
in industry of eon-
ome years, more
tion of " National
,' mannfaetnrers nf
•inity is ;\Ir. Henr\
ent is located on
e inanufuctnres all
and whisks, iniport-
n corn, hiindles and
ilishrd in IMMO on a
I from year In year,
extensive one. The
ale, and are sent to
lilt. I'reston. Water-
inises occiipieil are
inf,' three machine-.
• men. Personally.
I, but has lived in
irs. He is an active
erstandiiii,' the luisi-
111 to this knowlidii"
jcess he has had.

ilier. Hint; Ktreet.

that has niateiialK
within the (last 'Jo
e is some new invei
iiiicli advances tin

expressimi of tin
iied in this line 'f
eiler, who has hern
■ars and whose lin^i-
(ivIiil; and e.xteiidiiiL;
initry. The stmlM
sts of till' operating
liineiisions. and t]:<-

with dark rooin.
rs ailjoinins,'. Tiic

is very artistic an 1
1 its details. e\inciii^
'r of his work. Mi.
ami is a painstakinu
iitees satisfaction in
■- It t^eiilleinaii mil ;,
V. where he is \vr;l

H. F. Pearson, Dentist, Kiny Street. -That
dentistry was practised before the christian era
we know to be a fact, false and tilled teeth having
been found in skulls that were dn^ up in ancient
(jrave yards It is very recently, howeve , that
the science has reached .i lii^b state of perfection.
It is only within the past I'lie hundred years that
artificial teeth on silver or , ibber plate have been
used. Previous to that time all such were carved
out of ivory, the teeth and jilate in one piece, and
made to tit the mouth as nearly as possible with-
out any impression bein^ taken. Now, however,
liiis dentiatry reached such a hifih state of perfec-
tion that artificial teeth, to take the |)lace of
decayed ones, are .so perfectly formed as to appear
as the natural ones, but a tooth partially decayed
is filled and crowned with f^old so as to make it
almost if not quite as "iood as at first. L'rominent
anionti those in this profession in lierliu is Mr. II.
1'. I'earson. L.D.S.. whose office is on Kiiiy
street. "Slv Pearson studied dentistry for four
years witli Dr. Pearson. Toronto, and then grad-
uated in 1h7,5 at the Uoyal Collcije of Dental
Smveons in Toronto. His office is nicely tilted
up anil arranged and has all the latest and most
modern iiiipliaiices for doinj^ painless and careful
dentistry. Since startinj^ in business here be has
been eminently successful and draws his imtrons
from the best and most influential citizens. He
is a Canadian by birth, a jovial, conrteons yentle-
iiiiiii and a careful, ciuiscieiitious practitioner,
keenly alive to the importance ami necessity of
ciu'cfully trealinii the teeth.

JaOOb O. OOOd. niacksmith, Kin<4 Street. To
be a tjood blacksmith t wenty-livi' years a-^o was
to >lioe a horse so that he would not need slioeiii;^
iifjain for several months. .\iid even now. the
siiiie idea prevails anioiiL,' some classes. Nnw.
Iiowever. the blacksniitli who understands his
business puts the shoes on so as to lienelit the
horse's foot and cure it if deformed or diseased,
.\moiiy the mechanics of this town who come
inider the head of proyressive blacksmiths is Mr.
.lacol) (1. (iood. whose shop is located on Kiii^
Street. Mr. (looil lirst opened a shop in Herliii
111 l.^s-J. haviii,L! Iieeii for nine years before that
followiiii; his trade in Walleiistein The liusiness
which he does is mostly horse-shoeint; and tjeiienil '
I'l'jiairinj,'. and his patrons come from all parts of '.
the town iiiid cninitry adjacent V'.vvv siiu'c the ,
inception of tln' enterprise has it nut with success,
and so thoronu'lily does Air. (iood understand it in
all its details that his customers stay with him
frniii year to year, while new oiu"^ are constantlv
liriiij.1 added. His shoji is well loratel and con-
veniently arranged for the uses towhicdi it is put.
and is titled lip with all proper tnols ami appli-
ances to do lirst class work. AD'. (Iood is an
.\iiierican. Iiaviuti been Ijorn in Ohio. He is a
social, courteous jieiitleinan. and full nf the eiier.i.'y
and eiiter(irise peculiar to .\mrricaiis.

H. Waldron. Veterinary Suryeon, Queen Street.
— One of the most successful of the skilled practi-
cal veterinary surf^eons in this section of the
country is I'rofessor II. Waldron. who has given
his special attention to the ailments and diseases
of horses and cattle for a number of years. He is
a graduate ot the Toronto Veterinarv Cidlege, and
is especially adapted and (jiialified to treat all
diseases of animals. He possesses a thorough
knowledge of the anatomy of the horse and his
diseases, and knows bow and when to apply the
proper remedies. He has specially adajited stables
on Queen street, with accommoilations for four
horses, where a skillful and painstaking groom is
in attendance. Prof. Waldron is a native of Kng-
land and has resided in this country for l-'i years.
He is a remarkably successful veterinary surgeon.
He was in practice for two years in Ayr, previous
to coming to Fierlin. where he has also been over
live years estiiblished in business. He has become
popular during his sta\ in this town, and his
services are highly appreciated by owners of horses
and cattle, who cominend him in the highest terms
as an experienced, reliable and thoroughly i|uali-
tied veterinary surgeon. He fiiriiishes medicine
and gives his personal attention to all calls and
makes a specialty of surgical operations.

OoorgOlCloin.Hutcher. Market House— There

is no branc'i nf hiimaii industry of more import-
ance than thai which furnishes the people with
lu'ovisions. .Next to bread, beef, pork and mutton
are among the most inipnrt.uit articles of food
with civilized nations, and the enoniious demand
for these food supplies has resulted in the estab-
lishment of extensive houses in every large trade
centre. In this particular. Berlin is not behind
other towns as introduced by the house nf Mr.
Ceorge Klein, which occupies a |)roniiiienl place
here, both on account of its long eslablishment
and the unality of the goods which it carries.
The premises occupied as a retail store in the
market building, are -i.'i.x'J.-i feet in dimensions and
conveiiiently fitted ii]). The biiildiii.; used for
pnrk-packing is on Hently street, ainl is :i(l\ 1(1 ft.
in size. The puk he uses, he buys from the
farmers in the country round about, and after if
is properly cured is sold to bis customers, or at
wholesale to the provision stores. Air. Klein
thoroughly understands the biiaiiiess in winch
he is engaged, having first started in it at Preston
ill l.s.">."i, and removing to this town in l.HCO and
continuing in it all the time since. When he first
started it was on a very small scale, but now he
sells at both wholesale and retail, and he is known
far .iiid wide. Air. KKin is a {lernian by birth.
His house is one that is amply entitled to a |iro-
niinent positinii in the trade by reason of the fair
a;.d hniioralilr manner of transacting business
which has always been characteristic of it.

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TOWN OF WATERLOO

WATERLOO.

!•> : '

In 180() Abraham Krb with a party of 40 otherH from FrankHii County, I'enn., piircliasea a
tract of lino acres, which embraced the (jrincipal portion of wliat is now the town of Waterloo. A
Srist mill was erected in 181(1 by Mr. Krb, but .Jacob Snyder was, a few years later, «eneral merchant
and leading man in the settlement. Up to IrtHO the immigrants wlio came into the town were mostly
from Pennsylvania, but after that date they came direct from (lermany. In IH.-.l the population of
Waterloo was 'ioO, principally of German birth, and there were two churches, Lutheran and ICvan-
gelical. The settlement was incorporated as a village in 1857. Since that date the progress of the
town has been steady and its manufacturing interests have increased almost annually. Tliey
embrace distilleries, breweries. Hour mills, furniture factories, button factories, tanneries, planing
mills, agricultural imi)lemant works, iron foundries, etc. The manufacture of woollens is very
extensively carried on, employing a large number of hands. The place is also a well known insur
nnce centre. Waterloo is located on a branch of the Grand Uiver two miles north-west of Berlin.
It has excellent water power, which is well utilized. It has churches of four denominations, two
telegraph offi<:es, a bank and two printing offices. The Chniiiu-lc and the Cdmidi^-lwr lliiiii'riifreiiml
lire "iiublished here. A branch of the Grand Trunk connects it with the main line at Berlin. Its
present population is over M.OOD. With the nucleus of nuuuifactures which Waterloo contains it is
bound to become a large commercial centre.

Commercial Hotel. Jacob Sevier, King
Street. Waterloo.- Prominent among the liotels
in Waterloo is the well known " Connnercial, '
conducted during the past eight years by :\Ir.
Jacob Sevier, who was previously engaged in the
same line of business in New Hamburgh. 'J'he
building occupied is a haudsonie three storey
brick structure with cupola in front. It is (ifixlOH
feet in dimensions. There are in the house .{ii

bedrooms, two i)arlors, dining room, two sample
rooms for the use of commercial men and bar.
The bedrooms are well lighted and ventilated and
comfortably furnished ; the ("i .ling room is large
and tastefully furnished, while the menu is all
tlial tlie tnoni faslldiuUn could desire, containing
as well as all the delicacies of the season the more
substantial viands, the niifiiu- being unexception-

able . The bar is well furnished with imported
and domestic wines and licpiors and ciuars. Kni-
ploviiient is furnished to seven courteous and
attentive assistants who are ever on the alert to
anticipate the desires of the guests. The rates of
the house are *1 per day, special rates being made
to pernianent boarders. Mr. Scyler is a native of
Canada. Me is a genial and painstaking host
; and a geiitlenian well adapted for the business he
so ably conducts.

Oeorge SugglM, I>ivery. Duke Street. --There
is nothing more pleasant than to drive a tine horse,
or more healthful than a ride tlirough thecountry
on an easy going one. It happens very often, how-
ever, that it is not convenient to either own or
keep one ; hence the necessity of livery stables.
Waterloo has several of these, prominent anion :
them being that kei-t by Mr. George Siiggitt, on
' Duke Street. The livery was first started in 1H82,
on King Street, but removed to its |)reseiit (|uar
ters in 1«S7. It was at first started on (juite a
small scale, hut few horses being kept, hut it hie-
grailually extended itself, until now M\: Suggitt
does an extensive and increasing business. Ill the
stables one will tind (|uick stepping and spirited
liorsi's for gentleineii, and geiitk and easily con-
trolled ones for ladies. Buggies, carriages or
hacks for wediliiig or other occasions are furnished
|iromptlv and on short notice. The stables an'
liigh, airy and well lighted, and the horses aii'l
buggies lire kept in first class shape, everything
being in its proper place and in cirder. Mr. Suggitt
is a native Canadian, a genial and jileasant gen
tleiiian, aiul knows the good ijnalities of a horse
wdieii he sees it.

Andrew Roekel »> Sone, Builders and I ur-
nitnre Dealers.- -I'ldiniiunt among the busine-s
ineii .-f WtUerlo.-. i- the tivi.i of Messrs. Andre"
Uockel A- Sons, builders, contractors, music aii.l
furniture (balers and undertakers, whose place is

R E P R E S E N T A T I V E ]UT S I N K S S M E N

118

'enii., piircliiiHud a
■n of Waterloo. A
■, fieiieral merchant
i town were mostly
1 tlie poimlation of
[itlieraii and Kvan-
tlii' pro-iress of tlie
it annually. They
tanneries, i)laninf{
if woollens i« very
well known insur-
irtli-west of Berlin,
ilenoniinations, two
iiicliei- IlKiii'ntUi'Uiul
line at Berlin. Its
erloo eontains it is

lied with imported
•s and citrars. Kni-
ven conrteoUH and
3ver on the alert to
nests. The rates of
ial rates hein;; made
Sevier is a native of
1 painstakins^ host
for the business he

)uke Street. -There
til drive a tine horse,
throMfjh the country
lens very often, how-
it to either own or
Dy of livery stahles.
e, promineiil ainoii:

Geort;e Siit,'f,ntt, on
first started in IHH'i,
to its present ipuir

started on ijiiite a
■iiit; kept, hut it ha-,
til now >[r. Sui^fiitt
11^ husiness. Ill till'
epiiiiifi and spirited
itK and easily con
ijit!ies, earriayes or
•asious are furnislud
e. The stahles an'
uul the horses ami
■is shape, everything
1 order. Mr. Kut>j;iit
1 anil (ileasant fjen

i]iialities of a hor'-i'

1, Builders and Fur-
aiiioii)^ the husine-s
i.f Messrs. Andre"'
tractors, music ainl
kers, whose place i^

on Kinj" Strc.'t. The business was established by
Jlr. Andrew Bockel several years aRo on cpiite a
«mnll scale, and has steadily yrown, until now a
very extensive trade is done In 1HM7 the business
had (,'rown to such an extent that Mr. Hockel
admitted as partners his four sons, Henry J.,
Charles N., (Justave B, and Adoljih .1. Hockel.
In building they have done some very eyteiisive
work, having had the contracts for the larj^est
liiiildin)4s, both imhlic and private in the town.
Ill furniture a i/ood business has been done, which
is constantly increasing. In music merchandise
•one can buy anythiii',' from the .lew's harp and
harmonicum of the small boy to the costly ])iaiio
for the rich and refined lady In undertakiiit,', a
full and complete stock is kept of cothiis, caskets,
shrouds and robes ; a liearse and carria^;es heiiif,'
furnished, niylit calls atteiideil to. and full ch»rf,'e
taken of funerals, wdieii desired, .\nother feature
i4 the uiidertakiu',' department is enibalmini^ the
dead, which Mr. liockel attends to iiersonallv.
The premises occuiiied are 20 x Hd feet in dinieii-
sioiis and two stories hii,'h ; while em|iloynieiit is
j.'iveii to many skilled workmen, the mmiiier rany-
lut;, accoi'diuf,' to the season, and the work on lianil,
from four to twenty. :\Ir. .\ndrew Korkel. the
senior member of the firm, is a (iernian by birth,
hut came to Canada in IH.")."), his sons are Caiia-
ilian born. They are all courteous and social
<,'.intleinen, and have ^ood mercantile staudiii;,'.
I'liey are public siiirited and take an active inter-
est in municipal matters, and (he welfare of the
tnwn. the senior member of the from haviiifj held
in:uiy public offices ; captain of the tire ilepart-
nicnt, constable, school trustee and councillor.
In connection they carry on the watchmakiiifj
and jewelery business, conducted by Mr. Henry
Ihasseler, who is son-in-law to Mr. .\ndrew
liiichel.

I nients he makes will be borne out by facts. The
I same holds yood with the organ that he offers. .\
! point Mr. VVanless seeks to im|)ress on his custom-
; ers is, not the weak points of other machines, but
: the merits of his. He keei)s also all parts of
' these machines,' and can supplv those who are so
I unfortunate as to break any of the attachments.
I .Mso oil. thread and needles Mr \Vanles.s is a
('aiiadian by l)irth| a cultured and relined gentle-
man, and is ever ready to show the merits of his
tloods.

Geo. A. Wanlosa, Ayent for Sewin;^ Machines,
Kini; Street, Waterlno.-'riic reliability of an
a^cnt depends very much on the ijuality of the
i^iiods which he has to offer. If they have' real
merit, and he can [irove what he says by results,
he has no hesitancy in recommeiiiline them to the
piihlii' fieiierally. If, on the other hand, the floods
uie pom-, he cannot brine them before the people
in their true linht. I'roiniiieiit aiiioiii; those who
have substantial -loods to offer is Mr. den, .\.
Waidess, sewint; machine aeeiit, whose place of
liii-iiness is on Kiiit4 Street. This agency was first
estalilished by Mr. .1 jliii Wanless in IhI'A, and by
him conducted until IS.SO, when the present ]ini-
prietor took possession, and has continueil it
since. Mr. Wanless is a^eiit. and has fnr sale the
" Uaymond," "New Home" and "Wheeler iV
Wilson " sewiiif" machines, and the Mason iV
Hamlin Cabinet Orfjan. These sewiii;,' machines
iile reliable, well-known, and are acknowled^'ed
to stand at the head of the loiiji list of these use-
fid household articles, while the Mason A-
llanilin Orjjan is everywhere acknowledged to
li'id all others. Mr. Wanless has been in the
aeeiiey business soloiii^, and has made so thoroui,'h
ii stiidv of the different machines on the market,
that he has no hesitancy in recommending those
that he offers, kiiowiiif,' well that all the state-

Frederick Kail, Cigar :\Ianufactnrer, King
"■treet. -.Vmong the eiiterprisiiii> business estab-
lishinents of this town whose operation are
worthy of record in a work ilevoted to the comnier-
<-ial au'l manufacturing interests of this portion
iif Western Ontarii , is that of Mr. Fiederick Keil,
manufacturer of cigars. The factory is located
on King Street, where he gives em|)loyment to a
iiiiiuher of experienced assistants. The cigars
mamifactured by Mr. Keil are from carefully
selected feaf. and many of his brands are received
with the utmost ap|M-oval by the best judges of
tobacco in the town and surrounding country.
The most pnimlar and in general reipiest are the
Conductor's I'nncli, S.K.. Little Star, Morning
I'aper, Viola and Silver Ash ; and to order, an

i extra brand, the H(uiry Clay. In conseipience of
the exi'ellent and standard quality of the cigars

I here prepared for market, he has an established
trade, chiefly through Western Ontario, and often
finds the demand for some of his special brands

, til ex,-eed his ability to supply them, yet he aims
at all times to keep a full stock of the best grades

: constantly on hand. T'lioiigh comiiaratively of
recent date, having been started In IHHII, yet he
enjoys a wide popularity. Mr. Keil is a native
Canadian, courteous and social, and delights to
tell of the merits of his cigars. All his cigars are
Havana filled. Mr. Kiel ilojs his own travelling.

Waterloo Meat Market. .lolm Fisher, dealer
in all kinds of fresh and salt meats, pork, lard,
sausages, etc, — Among the butchers of Waterloo
there are none who keep a l)etter class of meats,
or cater more to the wishes of their patrons than
Mr. .lohii Fisher, on King Street. This gentle-
man has been established in business since 1874.
Tlu' stock is a complete one, and embraces fresh,
salt and smoked meats of every description, dried
beef. pork, lard, sausage, etc. To meet the require-
meiitsof his customers Mr. l'"'isher kills from ten
to twelve head of cattle a week in addition to
small stock, and makes a specialty of lard, which
is of the finest purity and quality. Mr I'isher
buys ill large quantities for cash, and on the jirin-
ciple (if quick rales and small profits, his custom-
ers get the benefit of moderate prices, ami as such
his trade is steadily increasing. All orders receive
pnnnpt attention and goods are delivered to any
part of the town Mr. Fisher is a Swiss by birth,
but has lived in Canada for the past thirty-three
years, where he has ea'-ned a well deserved repu-
tation as a solid and reliable man of business,
while for the obtaining of meat supplies his estab-
lishment will be found a most desirable one.

114

TOWN OF WATERLOO

Ontario Mutual Llfa Aasuranoe Company.

HOAHI) OK DIHHC'l'OHS.
I. E. Bowman, ]''.sy.. M.I'., Vremileiit, Waterloo.
C. M. Tavi.ou, Ksy,, ht \'irc Vn-xiiWul. Waterloo.
HoHKiiT Mr.i.viN, Ksg., ■'lul Via' I'rvxiikiit. (Juelpli.

KollKUT Hmiiii, Ksy
Ai.KiiKii HdsKiN, Bs(^, Q.C.
Jamks Hni'K, Esg.,
B. M. BiiiTioN, Ksg., g.C,
FiiANcis C. Biirci:, Key ,
JuiiN Maiiuhai.i.. ICsg .
J. Ki:iiii KiHKKN, lOsy .
E I', Ci.r.MKNT, lOsg.,
Hon Wii.riiKii LAiuiti:.

Kincardine.
Toronto
Ottawa. ]
Kin^Hton.
Hamilton. :
Lonilon. i
Toronto, i
Berlin-
Anhabaskaville, Que

After many years of trial it lias been found
that the mutual system of life assuranee is ui-
eomi)arably the best, and the ever watchful public
have found that out to their advantage. The old
systems do not meet the wants of the people so
well as that just mentioned. The liistory of The
Ontario Mutual Life has beeu, from the beHinninf,'
\\\) to the present time, a record of success, alike
creditable to its foundei-s, its hoanl of directors,
its officers, and its staff of agents. Success be-^ets
success. The growtli of the Company has been
rapid, healthy and constant, slunviui; in each
year, since its establishment, a M'^in in member-
ship : a yain in premium receipts; a t;aiu in
interest receipts ; a yain in assurance in force: a
pain in {^ross income ; a >.;ain in new business : a
^ain in su'rplus, ami a fiain in readily convertible
cash assets. In fact, tlie object of all connected
with its affairs has been to nnike it one of the
best, the nuist substantial and enduring C(un-

WATER L P 0.0 NT.

January, IHIIO, while tliH daily income from pre-
miums is over f 14,00 a day. This is an excellent
showing and speaks in the hijjhest terms for the
progress the Company is making, and the popu-
larity in whiclj it is held by the general public.
The offices of the Company are prominently lo-
cated and tastefully fitted up, and are presided
over by a corps of efficient and accommodating
assistants. Those desiring to insure cannot do
better than to call on Mr. Hendry, who is a.
pleasant and social gentleunm and ever ready to
talk of the merits of his Company, or any of the
C!ompany'a agents in the leading towns and cities
of the Dominion. The Company is maiuiged
solely in the interests of its members, and its
general business is controlled by a board of direc-
tors elected by the policyholders. All the prutits
are returned aimually to its members in reduction
of their premiums. The President is Mr. 1. K.Bow-
man, >r.l'., and the Secretary Mr. W. H. Kiddell.

W. Welle ft Son, Dentists. — Standing in the
front rank of the dental profession of the country
Dr. W. Wells iV Son have been eminently activeand
successful in their practise. Dr. Walter Wells
lirst commenced the practise of dentistry here m
lH(')!t, having previously passed an examination
before the K'oyal College of Dental Sui-gery in
Toronto. His" son, C. W. Wells, having studied
with his father, passed his examination at
Toronto in 1H.H3 and then went to I'hiladeliihia,
and took the course of Dental Surgery at I'ennsyl-
vania College, passing tliere in 1HS7. Dr. Weils
A' Son make every description of artificial teeth set
in gold, silver and platinum with a continuous
artihcial gum. With all tlie improvements in tliis
line they keep fully posted : tlieir large and con-
stantly increasing business recpiiving a corresijund-
ing ainonnt of appliances of tlu' most effective
ign and construction. Anesthetics are useil
with the best effect in extracting teeth. Tlieir
dental rooms are reiilete with every modern acces-
sory of the jirofession. while tlie>' guarantee hrst-
chiss work ill every partii'uhir. Their offices ami
reception rooms are situated mi King street and
are handsomely fitted up. They are Canadians
by birth, pleasant and social gentlemen, and have
the full conliilence of tlieir patrons who come frnni
the best and most iiiHuential citizens. Dr. Walter
Wells is line nf the Stockholders of the WaterloM
Woollen Manufacturing Co. and also of the

)ominion Life Assurance Co

panics of its kiml. That success has so far at-
tended their efforts, the present admittedly high
financial standing of the Conii)any aliundantly
proves. The bcaiUpiarters of this Compiiiiy are
here under tlie general iminagenieiit of ,Mr. Wil-
liam Hendry, a gentleman well versed in all
insurance matters, and an eminently <iualitied
person foi- the place. The Company from its start
has bad a remarkably pnisiierous career, the
past year being a iiiUticiilai ly briglit one, the
ainouiit of risks exceeding by more than .S'i.'il^OOO
what they wrote for the year ending the first of

Philip Hohmeier, <lealer in Stoves, Tin,
Sheet-iron and Copper Ware, etc., patentee and
manufacturer of the celebrated ^tilk Can.— The
comprehensive establishment of ilr. I'liillip
Hohmeier includes a vast variety of articles ,>t
general utility in every household, and thus give-,
to this business an importance of more than
ordinary signilicance. This hnsiness was estab-
lished iiy Sir. Hohmeier in lf<7'J, and he h:e^
oecupied'his present (piarters since If^H,^. which
e<nnprises two Hats ami basement, each 'ilixHO feet
in dimensions. Mr. Hohiueier does an exlensi\c
business as a dealer in stoves, ranges, hardware
and house furnishing goods. The assortment of
stoves and ranges is especially tine, and include-:
those of well-known manufacturers which have
satisfrtctiiiilv utond tlw tci-t of experitniee. '!!!•■
immense stock of articles pertaining to the genei d
hardware trade comiirises every variety of nu i'

11 J-; I' U K S E N T A T I V E lU' S 1 N E S S M !•: v

115

income from pre-
liis is an excellent
hest terms for the
ing, and the popu-
he general public,
■e prominently lo-

and are presided
id accommodating

insure cannot do
lendry, wlio is a

and ever ready to
lany, or any of the
>j< towns and cities
))iuiy is managed
nienihers, and its
y a board of direc-
rs. All the profits
inbers in reduction
nit is Mr. I. K.How-
[r. W. H. Hidden.

.--Standinti in tlie
iioii of the country
iiiiiL'iitlv activoand
Dr. Wiiltcr Wells
f dentistry here in
'd an e.xamiiiation
Dental Suryery in
Us, having studied
I examination at
it to I'hiladeliihia,
lur^ierv iit L'eiinsvl-
I ISS?'. J)r. Wells
f artificial teeth set
ivitli a continuous
iprovenicnts in thi-i
leir laijie and con-
liriiiya correspoiiil.
the most effective
ii'stlielics are used
;'tiii^! teeth. Their
very iiioderu acce<.
hey j^unraiitee tirst-

'I'lieir oflicos and
Ml Kin^; street and
hey are Canadians
I'litlenu'ii. and have
rolls whii come from
ti/iiis. Dr. Walter
■rs of the Waterloo

and iilso of the

r in Stoves, Tin.

etc., patentee and
d Milk Can.— Tlu'
t of Mr. Phillip
iricty of articles nt
lold, and thus ^ive-,
.nco of more than
hiisiness was estali-

ls7'2. luid he hu-;

since ISH.s, which

ieiit,each •211x80 fee;

r dues iiu exteli>Ui

i, raiif^es. hardwavr

The iissnrtnient <>i
y tine, and incliid.-
■turers which hav''
if cxpi'riouce. Thv
aiiiin^ to the fieiiend
ary variety of nu r

chandise usually found in extensive establish-
ments of this kind. In connection with this line
of business Mr. Ilohmeier also conducts a nliimb.
iiiy department, in which branch he has been
eminently successful. lie does every kind of
pliimbinij, fitting U)) private residence, business
houses and public hiiihliinis, eflicieiitly executes all
t!as and steam lifting' and carries n fiill line of yiis
fixtures, chandeliers and brackets. Kmplovineiit
is f^iveii to three experienced assistants, and all

the surroundiiiK country. He keeps a full line of
I'hiylish and American cloths and suitin).;s, tlin*
eniiblin',' him to meet the wants and tastes iif all,
while he guarantees his work to he as represented
and his prices to be as low as i.-i consistent with
yood busiiiesa [irinciples. Jlr. Martin is a (iernian
by birth, but has lived in Canada since IH;")',) ; he
is courteous and social, and takes ii lively interest
in niuidci))al iiffaiis and has been honored by the
citizens with responsible public trusts. For the

work^m done under the personal .supervision of , past six years he has heen'a member of the town

"' council, iiid durhifi the greater part of that time

Mr. Ilohmeier, who is a thoroughly practical
plinnber. Mr. Ilohmeier is a Canadian liy birth,
a social, pleasant {gentleman, takes an a(^tive
interest in municipal matters and represented the
town in the comicil for eij^lit years.

Alexaniler House. -las. Alexander, propr.,
Kiiif,' Street.— Aiiionf< the hotels in the
Kastern section of the town descrviiiji of pat-
ronafie, is the Alexander House, liu-ated
(111 Kiiii; Street. The house is newly iiiiilt,
having been ojiened no l(ni{<er ayo than Deceniher
1. 18H8. it is a substantial three /» '
storey brick structure of pleasing; arch- /
itectiiral desiyii and built in the niosl
approved stvle. It contains thirty-
three lart,'e well-heated and ventilated
bedrooms, parlor, sittinu, readin>i and
samiile rooms, and a well-stocked bar.
where is to be found the best brands of
wines and liipiin-s anil the choicest
imported and domestic ciyars. The
iliniii^' roiiin is cosy and neat, will seat
forty quests, and in it is supplied, by
coinpetent and pli saiit assistants the
delicacies of the season as well as the
most substantial food : while the cook-
im; is ail that the most fastidious could
(ksire. In addition lo the house tlieic
is (irst-class stabliiii,' .•iccominodatidii
fur twenty-hve horses, thus making,' it c nv
f'lr the farming coimniinitv

has been chairman of the Property Committee.

Bowman House, Henry /immermann. pro-
(irietor, King Street. -In the number and ijuality
of her hotels Bei-lin is strongly represented, and
ainoii'ist those liuldin;; a hiyli "reputation for the
enibodiinent of all those essentials to a lirst-class
establishment must be inentioned the liownian

■nieiit
.----- house heiii^;
newly built, has all inodern accoininodatioiis. and
evcrytliin^ is scriipuoiisly neat and clean, and a
liome-like feeh'nt; pervades the entire establish
ment. .Mr. .-Vlexander, the [iroprietor, is a Scotch-
man by birth, hut has lived in Canada for the
past l.S years, pleasant and courteous, alive to the
interest of his hotel, ami with his
assistants keenlv lookii

f-'IKsts.

John Martin. :\Iercliaiit Tailor, Kiiiu Str.'et.

I'o ;i, L'reat ext<>nt a straiiiier can he jmlucl |,y
the ne.itness and lit of his (dotlies If well dress
cd he makes a uoml impression: if shabbilv at-
tiii'd. hut little notice is taki'ii of him It becomes
one, therefore, not onlv to wear yood clothes, but
those that lit him as \,-ell ; and to this end we
imisl consult and employ first-class tailors. I'roni-
iiieiit anions tjiis class of business men in Water-
loo is Mr. .lohn .Martni. whose estahlisliinent is
"11 Kinu Street. Air. Martin commenced for him-
self in IS.sl ; f(n- the 12 pieceelnn; years haviiit;
been employed b\ different dry yoods iiiercli;ints
asciitliT, w-lien they fjot an order for a suit of
I'lothes. The business from its ince|itioii has mi-t
with tlatterni),' success, the (lualily of the work
tiinied out and the promptness with, which it is

lilted, yettinu liini customers from all

House, located on Kin;.' street. 'I'lie locaticm of
fie hotel is most ehV;ihle, hi'iiij^ near the station,
a Ijacent to the m.arket and in the midst of the
Imsiness portion of the town the bnildinu, in all
its iippomtments and eipiipments is admirahlv
adapted to the purposes for which it is used, while
the proprietor and his assistants are eflicient and
experienced in tl e duties of their |)ositioiis,
conipeteiil riiakini; the Howniiiii House paiticul.u'lv inviting
utter the welfare of his to home iiatrons and the travellini; pulillc. The
Imildiui; -is a substantial brick strucliire. three
stories ii, Ik itiht and heiiiy 110x124 feet in dimen-
sions. It contains thirty-three well lifihted, and
airy bedrooms, jiarlor and sitting rooms, four
sample rooms for the use of commercial travellers,
a well stockcl liar, where are found the best beer,
wine, licpiors and ciuais. and a handsomely fitted
up diniim room. The dining; room seats ei.;hty
quests and in it are ser\ed tlie latest delicacies of
the season, as well as the mist substantial fooil.
In connection with the hotel is a well arranyed
barn and stable, -(.".xl.'id feet in size ami having
accommodations for Kill liorses. thus makiin; the
hotel a very convenient stoppini; place for farmers,
and in this ]iarticiilar line the iiotel has a big pat-
ronage. Mr. /iminermann is a (lerinan hv birth
and has lived in Ciiiada since 1H4(1. He is a
thorou;ilily experienced hotel-keeper and makes an
obliL-'iiiL.' and p.upiilar host.

parts of

Ill)

TOWX OF (\V KI.PH

CITY OF GUELPH.

The City of Guflpli, wljiali has yuiiied tlie sobriciuft of " 'ihv lioyiil City " from tlie fiict llmt it
was named in honor nf the reiyniui; family of 10nt,'hin(l. owed itH ori^^iu to Mr. John Call in wlioHe
honor the town of Gait was named— tlie father of Sir A. T. (ialt. A company, known as the Canada
Conipanj. haviiiK' ac(Hiired a traet of land of -111,(10(1 acres a few miles north of (ialt. which was then
a tfonrishini; village. Mr. (ialt, the Comiiany's afjent, with a miinher of men from Dnndas and
Ancaster, set ont on the 21st April. liS'JT, to survey ; and they cut the first tree in tlie elearin-! where
now the city stands, on St. (ieorye's J)ay, .Xpril 'iHrd, of the same year, (iuelph hecame an incor-
porated village on the 2;h(l April, 1M71I. It is ailmirably locate<l on the mam line, -is well as on the
Wellington, Grey iV lU-uce division of the Grand Trunk Kailway. ■l^•■ miles west of Toronto ; and is
the principal shipping point on the mr.in line between Toronto and Sarnia. The site for the town
WHS well chosen. The city is sitinited on undulating ground, giving a i)icturesiiueness to the view,
and being at an elevation of from 10(10 to 1 100 feet above the level of the sea. is very healthy. Its
present population is about ll.OOtI souls, (iuelph is well supplied with public buildings, which,
as a rule, are handsome and valuable structures. The Government buddings are the Post Olhce,
Inland Hevenue Office and Customs Office, which are located on Wyndhani street. The Homewood
i^etreat. which is a private asylum, and is admirably located for its purpose, bears a very high
reputation and receives patients from all parts of the United States and Cana(hi. The banking
interests all occui)y tine buildings, and these are represented by the Canadian Bank of Commerce,
and the aiontreal and Ontario Banks. There are also several private banks and loan companies.
The counties of Wellington and Waterloo are famous throughout the country for the excellence ol
their live stock. There are three special fairs, namely, the Christmas Show, and Kaster Fair, under
the auspices of the Guelph Stock Club ; and the Central Exhibition, held each fall under the auspices
of the South Wellington Agricultural Society. On these occasions are exhibited the very best
that the counties can produce, and what is shown would never fail to repay a visit.

Ouelph and Ontario Investment and
Savings Society.— There is possibly no in-
dividual interest in which as a body we are more
interested than in our Manking institutions. Ue-
cent disastrous failures have made the public
much more pai'ticular in their emiuiries and in-
vestigations as to the standing and management
of financial esti'blishments. Occupying an honor-
aide and trusted, position in financial circles in the
well-known (iiielph and Ontario Investment and
Savings Society with iiead(iuarters in this city.
Incorporated in ISTti it has l)y able and conserva-
tive management, secured the ftdl confidence of
tlie general imblic. It has an authorized capital
of ?.")00,(l(IO. A reserve fund ui ifS4,000 and total
assets at the beginning of this year ot ^1.2^>:!,-
Ttfi.OH. The net profits for the year isss, after
paying all costs of management, municipal taxes,
interest on deposits and debentures, etc.. were
S-H.0">!1.^1. Owing to the continued eiilargeni'-'iit
,nf the society's business it was rendered neces-
sary during the year to increase the capital stock.
ami 1.000 shares of 1150 each were issued and
readily taken up at a premium of twenty i)er cent.
The society was incorporated to lend money upon
real estate mortgages and municii>al debentures;
it is authorized to receive money on deixjsit in its
savings branch, and to issue land mortgage deben-
tures for more jiermaiient investment. These
debentures are purchased largely by executors,
trustees and municipal councils, and those to

whom ample security and the prompt payment of
interest are essential considerations. During the
last eight years the de|)Osits and <lehcntni-es of
the society' have increased from ■540.(100 to over
if.soo.OdO liiid the investment on mortgage secur
ity has increased over ;")0(l per cent. The Board
of Directors is composed of J). Stirton, Ks<j.,
I'lvsident; \. B. I'etiie, Vice-Pres. ; U. ^lelviii.
Kscj., K. Forbes, Kscp, L. A. Keating, M.l).. J. 1'.
Pliin, Ksc].. J. I'hiii, Ks(|., C. McMillan, Fsip, 11.
llowitt. M.D., .1. K. McFlderry, Fsij., .1. Innes,
M.l'. and \Vm. Ross, I^sii., Sec-freas. The names
of these gmtlemen are at once synonimous of
the liuancial standing and honoi'able management
of the institution.

John Hooper, Horse Slioer ami General
Blacksmith. No. I'l Macdomiell street.- -Great
imiirovements have been made in the art of liorsi
shoeing within the past twenty-five years. Then,
the great aim of the blacksmith was to put a shuc
on a horse so that it would stay, and the longer it
would remain the better was the smith. Now the
idea is to put a shoe on that will fit the hoi'se's
foot, and if there are any defects in it, will have a
tendency to cure it. Holding a prominent place
among the men in this city in this line of busilu'^■;
and one who thoroughly understands it is i\lr.
■loiin Hooper, horse-shoer and general blacksmiiii.
at No. 15 Maedonnell street. The business was
lirst started by Mr. William HoLiper, father of the

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l)reHent proprietor, in 1851, and wan continued by
him till IST.'l when the son Hiuceeiled to the bimi-
nesK ; he is ii tlioron^h bliiekHniitli, undtTHtaMdinj,'
it in all its details — lie havinjiconnneneeil to leiini
tile bnsiness when very yoiiiif^, so yoiiny and sn.all
in fact that a platform had to lie built foi- liini to
stand on so that he niiyht he hif,'h enoufjii to strike
on the anvil. I''.ver since the business was hrst
started, it has proved a success and Mr. flooper
not only keeps his old patrons, hut yi^ts new ones.
AlthoMnh he does all Kinds of blacksinithiny, he
makes a specialty ami devotes most of bis time
and attention to horseshnein^i. Mr. Hooper is an
Kni;lisliman by birtli, but haw lived in Canada for
the past tbirty-eifilit years. He is a pleasant,
jovial lientlennm and of hinh social standing

Adam Robsrtson tt Sen, Adam Uobertson.
prop., I''oundry ami Machine shoji, Mitidiell St,
iind Kramosa Itoad. -Pi-otnment amon^; the indus-
tries of (iuelpli is Unit carried on at tlie foundry
and euf^ine works of which Mr. .\dani Ifobertson
is the proprietor. These works were first estab-
lished ill IH-H), on Norfolk street, by Mr. .\dani
Hobertson, sr., who started the lirst e'lterprise of
tins kind in this part of the country, lie soon
sold this and in partnership with a ^Ir. Clark
built a>,'ain on I'erth street. Soon after this wa.i
sold to Mr. .lolin Watt, and :\Ir. Robertson then
binlt the present factory, on Mitchell street and
Kramosa road ; this was in lH;Vi. He started
business in the new buildinf,', and continued it till
iHlif), when his son, Adam Kobertson, jr., hou^jbt
an interest in the Viusiiu-ss ami the style of the
firm was (diant,'ed to Adam Kobertson it Son.
Tins continued till IHH'i when :\Ir. Robertson, sr ,
(lied and since that time the son has conducted the
Inisiiiess. continuing the firm name of Kobertson
iV Son. The premises consist of a substantial
stone structure oO.xHO feet and two stories biijh,
the lower part oein^' the machine sho)) proper and
the upper Hoor a pattern shop. Adjoiniiif,' this
main building is an engine room l-")X.'il) ft., then n
niouldiiig slioi) ilOx'.IO feet and then still another,
a main boiler shop HO.'iMO with win),'; then varimis
departments, however, are connected ami the en-
tire ImildinH is one solid structure. In addition
there is an office and several sheds for storiiifj
material, and an ojien yard of about one fourth of
an acre. The buildinj,' is a niodd of neatness
and is fitted up with the latest improved machin-
ery for the nninufactine of boilers, entwines, mill
machinery and f^cneral rejiairiiif^ of all kinds.
The ImsMiGss, which was started on a very small
scale, lias met with the most i)ronouiiced success,
the work done by the firm bein;,' known in all the
country round about for its excellence and tine
(iiiish. Two eiif^iiies, a fifteen and a six horse
power are used to drive the machinery of the
foundry and emiiloyment isj,'iveiito fifteen skilled
nieclianics in the various departnjents. Mr.
Hiibcrtson, the proprietor, is a Canadian by birth
hut of Scotch descent ; he is a social, courteous
gentleman and tboriniijhly understands the busi-
ness ill which from a boy he lias been educated.

The Noted Tea Store. .1. K. McKldcrry,

deiiler ii; (iroceries. Crockery, (ilassware, etc.,
etc.. 2 Day's Block. — The most ininortant indn«trv
m any country is that which deals with the food !
supplies of the people. Next to bread and meat, ■
in 11' tion to necessaries, comes -groceries, but it

nnist be admitted that so far as extent of opera-
tions is cinicerned, (groceries take the leadiiij,'
part. One of tbeoldest estahliahod houses in this
line in the city is that of Mr. J. K. McHlderry,
dealer in uroceries, crockery, >,'liissware, etc., at
No. 'J Day's Hlock. This business wasestablisbed
in iHCiT hv >[r. K. Carroll and himself at this,
stand. Ill IHiid Mr. Carroll sold it to Mr. .\lc.
I'dderry who has continued it siiiL<e, and ever since
the date of its Krst inception it has met with the
most |U'oiiouiiced success. 'I'lie premises occupied
are '24x7 f ft. in dimensions, threi^ stories liii,d),
with basement of full si/.e as the floors above and
contain a larue and carefully selected stock of the
choicest family ■,'roceries, the liiiest l).raiidsof teas
from (Hiina an<l .lapaii, fras^rant ccklt'ees frtmi
.lava and Rio and pure spices from the lOast In-
dies -and of tliesi' ijoodH, Mr. McKlilerry makes a
sjiecialty. Here, too, do we find taWe delicacies,
hernutically sealed j,'oods, ilried and nvevn fruits,
as well as first (piality provisicuis. There is also
an exiclleiit stock of orockerVi imported directlv
from (Ireat liritain, and i;lasswar' from (iermanv.
.\11 uoods carried, are of the best (piality and art!
sold at the lowest market prices. JOmployment
is furnished to three competent assistants in the
store. Mr McKlderry is a native Canadian, is a
tlKU-oui^li jjoin:,' eiiterprisiiii.' man, adirectorot the
(;iiel|)li and Ontario Investment Society, stands
liiiili socially and fully unilerstands every detail
of his business.

Hugh Walker Ar Son. Importer and Whole-
sale Dealers in Oysters, Fruit and Groceries, 47
and I'.l Wyndham Street. There is no line of
business anywhere of so much importance to the
t;eiieral public as that which deals in the food
siipiilies of the people. The a|)|)jarance of the
different stores devoted t,) the sale of f^roceries
and food geiieiiilly is an important matter too
with those who are particular as to what they ent,
and one can easily jiidjie, moreover, if the amount
of business transacted and the nature of it by the
manner in which the store is kept. A model
Innise of this kind, where the kind of yoods kept
and the nature and extent of the business trans-
acted are indicated by the appearance of the store,
is the larye, com-eniently arranjied and well filled
(iremisesocciijiied by Messrs. Hu','li Walker it Son,
imp(n'ters and wholesale dealers in oysters, fruit
and >,'roceries, at Nos. 17 it 111 Wyndham Street.
The business was first established in iMfil in a
small stcu'c on this same street, but it f,'rew to
such prop(u'tioiis that the lari;e and commodious
premises at present occupied by the firm were
moved into in 1^71). The rooms occupied are "lO
by SI) feet in size, and have a floor space of some
10.000 sipiare feet. There is an inviting appear-
anc(! about the entire place; everything is so neat,
clean and tasteful that one must he fully satistieil
that what he t,'ets is all riylit. The ^lessrs.
Walker deal in all kinds of jihiin and fancy
t^roceiies. both wholesale and retail, but make a
specialty of oysters, fish and fruit, and of all their
goods they keep the best and choicest brands ; the
ovsters ('ome from Baltimore and the fruit is
imported directly from the best fruit fjrowiii^'
countries. Their trade extends all over the
ountrv and they send out fresh price lists twice
each month. Five men besides the bookkeeper
are constantlv employed in the store to do the
inside work and tw.o w;a(,'ons are kept busy out-

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side. 'V\w individual inenibei-H of tlie flrm are
MeHHrs. Hiit^li Wiilker, wlio in ft Hcotclimaii by
l)irtli, but liiiH lived in ('iiiiada for the piiBt thirty
vi'ivrH, and bis «on, (icurue W. Walker, who waH
"horn and rained in (inelpli. 'I'liey are tboToiifjhly
representative and proHressive buaiuesH men, and
have won the esteem and liood will of all who
know tbeni.

Ohariss Davidson, j\lanu|{er for the Mutual
Fire Insuranee Company for the County of
Wellington, West Market Street —There in no
simile interest that affeetH thebuHineHw community
with the same deyree of importance as tlnit of a
sure protection ayainst loss by tire. Tliis result
can he secured only throuf,'h the medium of a well
refiulated, honestly conducted tire insurance
company, one that not only issues a policy, hut
adjusts the probable loss as soon as such is stated
and clearly known. A well known and solid lire
insurance company is that of the Mutual Fire
Insurance Company, of which Mr. (,'harles
Davidson is the highly esteemed mana},'er. This
Company is conducted on the cash mutual
system. They have )iow upwards of H,0O(l sub-
scribers on tiieir list, fjentlemen well known in
business circles and of fjood tinancial standiiij^.
The chief part of the business is done in Western
Ontario, and the Company is considered one of
the best and strongest in the I'rovince. Mr.
l)avidson is a native of Scotland, but came to
this country forty-eif^ht years a>,'o, and settled in
St. 'J'liiinnis, thence he went to Fin^jall, and
finally came to (iueliih. where for some time he
was enyafled in mercantile pursuits, and was after-
wards in the ot'lice of .Mr. Webster, as valuator
nnd commissioner of the Trust and Loan Com.
pany. Since Is'iO Mr. Davidson has been
identified with the insurance business, and in
IH.jf) he became nnmatjer of the Company with
which he is now connected, and to his ener;;y and
ability is due much of the success of this
ort^anization.

Nathan Tovall, Furnishing Undertaker, West
Quebec Street.- One of the most important and
reliable business houses, as well as the oldest in
its line in this citv is the coffin warerooms and

patronized and from a comparatively small bo-
yinniuK, has been built up to its present extensive

I proportions. Metalie, walnut an<l cloth covered
coffins and caskets are kept on band and all kinds
of trinnniuK, shrouds and robes; the designs are

; very artistic and appropriate. The house has
three tine hearses ami a span of horses and car-

j riaf^es are furnished for funerals on all occasions.

I The most ri^id personal supervision is exercised

I over all work turned out una al! funerals are con-

I ducted in the most appropriate nninner. Mrs.

' Tovell, the proprietress, is a pleasant, social lady,
and her son Alfred K,Ci., who so well assists her,
having beinji brought up in the business, under-
stan<ls it in all details and is moreover of ^ood
business ability and biMh social standinj,'.

•general undertaking' establishment conducted and
carried on by Mrs. Nathan Tovell, at nMnd)er Hi?
Quebec street. The business was tirst started by
Mr. Nathan Tovell in IHtlit, be continued it till
1H71 when it was transferred to Mr. Nathan
Tovell, jr., a nephew of the founder ; after some
two years of successful business. Mr..Iohn JNIitchell
was iissociateil with it and the i)artner8hip con-
tinued till 187'.l, when Jlr. Mitchell retired from
the firm and I\Ir. Tovell was once more in full
control of the business. He continued it till his
death in 1H87, since which time his widow, Mrs.
Nathan Tovell, assisted by his son, Alfred K, (i,
Tovell, who has charj^e of the details of the estab-
lishment, has successfully conducted it. The en-
terprise, since its tirst inception, has been well

Oaorge A. Oxnard, Ticket A>>ent, ISIarket
S(|uare.— The office of the yeueral ticket af,'ent in
one of the^reat conveniences of mixlern travelling
life, for here one nniy obtain all infornuition re-
specting dilTerent routes and lines of travel, the
cost and also obtain their tickets without the in-
convenieni^e and crowding of the railroad ticket
offices when they are about starting; and every one
I is erowdiuH- Amony those enya^jed in this line of
: business in (iuelph is Mr. (ieorfie A. Oxnai'd,
whose olilice is on Market S(pnire, This office
was established in 18114 by Mr. John .Jackson, who
sold it in 1870 to Mr. II, D. IMooreham and he in
turn was succeeded in l8Hl by the present pro
prietor. Previous to entering this office Mr. ().\-
nard was ' '<• eiyhteen years ticket af^ent for the
\ tirand Ti unk l{ailr<>ad at their station in this city
and is therefore one uf the oldest men in the busi
ness in the city. He sells tickets not only for
the (irand Trunk, hut for all railroa<ls and the
.\llan. Dominion, Innnm. and Cunard Steamship
liiu's for liiveriiool and tllasi<ow and other con-
tinental and iMU-opean points. He is also af,'enl
for a line of fire insurance an<l represents the fol
lowing reliable companies : (^)ueen, London As.
suran<-e and Hoyal t,'an. "an. 'I'hose intendinu
to travel would do well to call on Mr. Oxnard,
who will he pleased to j^ive all information, and
those in need of fire insurance cannot do bettiT
than examine the merits of the companies which
he represents. ^Ir. Oxnard is a native of tlu'
United Stales and is vice-consul for that country
for this place, havin;,' held the position sinci'
April, 18H;i. He is a thorouyh-j^oinfi man of
business, full of enterprise, push and enert;y
peculiar to the American race and is a tjentlc-
man held in the highest esteem in both husines-;
and s(K'ial circles.

Waterloo Ave. Mills. Wm. Stewart, i)ro|i.,
Waterloo, Avenue. — It is always a pleasure to
note a new industry, as it it infuses new life and
new vitality into and changes to a certain extent
the ret^ular routine into which connnnnities are
liable to fall. In this connection we note t
Waterloo Ave. Mills, located (Ui Waterloo Ave.,
and operated by Mr. William Stewart. The null
is a three story structure, built of stone, ill) x -"ill
feet in dimensions, and ecpiipped with the mo-t
imiiroved modern machinery, and operated In
ample water power from the river Speed, TIk'
capacity of the mill is twenty-five barrels a d:c\.
and a ready market if. luUud for the prodiict
within a radius of ten miles of the city. Tlio
goods nnxnufactured by Mr, Stewart, are wheiit

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iiiitively Hiiiall be-
8 prcHont fxtt'imive
unci clotli ('i)vi'it'(l
hand iiiiil alt kiiidH
ch; the (leHiKiiH are
Tlio lioUHe luitt
if lioi'Hi's and oar-
In on all occMiHiouH.
viHidii is t'Xei'ciat'il
1! fiinc-nvlH are con-
ite inannur. Mrs.
wiHunt, Hocial lady.
HO well aHHlHtH liei'.
If bUKiiu'an, nnder-
moreover uf t,'ood
I standin<4.

;et Ajjent, jNIarket
.'nil ticket anient in
f modern travelling
ill inforjiuition re-
ines of travel, tlie
I'tH witlumt tlie in-
the railroa<l tieket
rtint; and every one
;a),'ed in tliiH lino of
leorfie A. O.xnard.
[Mare. Thin office
,lolin Jackson, who
oorehani and he in
V the iiresent pro
'this office Mr. Ox-
icket ajjent for the
•Htation in this city
,'»t men in the biisi-
ickets not only for
1 railroads and the
Cunard Steanishi|i
;o\v and other coii-
lle is also a},'enl

I represents the fol-
jMcen, London As-

Those intendinu
ill on Mr. Oxnard.

II information, and
e cannot do better
le companies whicli

is a native of tin'
<nl for that country
the position sinci'
iij.;li-^'oinf; man of

push and euerjiy
e and is a ^entlc-
'in in l)otli busine^-^

m. Stewart, iirop..
vays a pleasure ti>
iifuses new life ami

to a certain extent
:h conimnnitieB are
sction we note t

on Waterloo Ave.
Stewart. The null
ilt of stone, 8(1 x ."iii
)ped with the mo-t
, and operated liv
: river Speed. Tlif
-five barrels a dii\.
.1 for the proiiii^';
i of the city. The
Stewart, are wluiit

and barley nieals. and wheat, harlev, pea an. I
c.irn meal ; Homethin« which is not done hv anv
other n.d s here All yrain before hein;,- nse,l is
thoroughly dried ; stones are nse.l forcrushinu it
and a series of sieves and fans for dressinu -V
tJeneralKriHtint,' business is „ls„ done, and n..ti,iiH'
IS newlected t(. niMure tlie utmost satisfaction to
custon.ers of the house. Mr. Stewart is a native
of Scotland, but has Uved in Canada some thirtv
years, is practically ..xperieiice.l in his business
and IS possessed of that eiiernv aiiil eiiternrise
winch always command succjessl

Robsri MitOhall, (ienenil Faiuilv (irocer •',)
Wvndliain Street. There is no more important
me of business conducted in any commuiiitv
than that which deals with the foo.l snppHesof the
people. 'I'lie grocery trade is one ,,f the most
extensively l.rose<uited of anv in this hue and its
operations exten.l through;,,,! the leu-tli and
hieadth of the land. Holdin- a prominent p|,uc
aniouH those euyaj,'ed in this branch ,,f trade in
(iiieli.h IS Mr. Robert Mitchell, (ieueral Family
(.rocer, at No. •_'.■) Wyndham Street. Th,, biisi
iiessiHoneof the oldest in the citv. having been
established by Mr. ,J,.hii A Wood more than

hve years a«o. Mr. Wood i tinned the business

nicreasiim jit from year to year, till lHH-2. when'
.Mr. .Alitchell boiiHht it. and has met with the
most flattering; success, 'i'he piemises occupied
cover three full Hoors. each 21 x IIMI feet in size
and contain alarf,'eanrl judiciouslv selected st.,ck
of hue family groceries, embraciut; the most fra--
riiiit coltees from .lava ami Ilio, the linest brands
of tea trom Chiiift and Japan, pure spices dried
fruits, jellies and jams, and henneticallv 'sealed
H.Hids. as well as a line stock of china, crockerv
and glassware inijiorted directiv from (irea't
Hritaiii and (iermany. Al yoo.ls handled bv this
liouse are of the very best ,|iia itv. ami aiv sold
at as low prices as are compatible with the con
diictniM a safe business. lOmplovment is
furnished to five competent and obli./j,,,, assist
aiits for inside work in the store, aside'from those
who are employed in deliveriiif- floods and other
"Utsuie work. Mr. Mitchell isa native of ( 'aiiada.
Ua\n\ti been born and raised in (inelpli. and is a
thoroutih tioiiic. active business man. and a "eiitle-
nian liif,dily esteemed by all wh,i know him."

Central Hotel, Markot S.iuare. John Ham. h
I I'lprietor.-^'Tliere is iiothintj which a.l.ls "s.^
uuich t.) the prestige .if a city in the estimation
;it strantiers as first class li.it.l accomm.i.lati.ius
J lie ( ity of (.iielph is to be cm^'ratiilated on the
possessi.m ..f establishments of this kin.l of a lii-li
or.ler, aii.l which in all other details can well
c.iinpare with those of anv other place on this
ciiitiiient. Amoiiyst the nuist popiilaran.l favor-
ite houses of entertaiment in the "K.iyal Citv"
IS that s.i widely known as the Central Il.itel
llie ocati.m is one of the m.ist elis,'ihle in the city,
on Market S.piare. in close proximitv to the rail
r.iad ..lepot, anil within a short distance .if the
j'.ist Office an.I the business part of the citv
I he hrst bouse erecte.l on this site and used as 'a
hotel was bnrned some vears ayo, and a larf,'er ami
lietter arranged one took its place. The buildiiif,'
IS a three st.iriod, stone one of hands.nnearchitec"
iin-a: (tcsi^ni, and liuishe.i witiiin in the most
complete and thorou«b manner. The liouse
cmtains twenty-eight nicely arranged and well

ventilated bedroomH, besides parlor an.I sitting
r..om and a well st.icke.l bar. where are f.uin.l the
.•h. icest bran. Is of wines an.I li.piors ami the best
llav.iured il.imestic anil imp.nte.l cigars. 'I'he
menu fiirnishe.l in the .lining r.i.im contains all
the .leh.'ai'ies of till' season, as well as the more
siihstantial elements .if fo.i.j, while the ciHikiny is
all that the most fasti. li.nis c.iiiM .lesire, ami is
served in u nuMt pleasant wav liv c.inrteoiis and
c.unpeteut waiters. The house has both gas ami
electric lights. There is, in c.umection with the
hotel a o.„„| |,ai-,, an.I stabling acc.unm.idation
for fifty h.irses, which are pri'si.le.l .iver bv
attentive h.istlers: their stabling acc.imm.i.latioii
l>eing one of the features .if the li.itel, ami makim'
It particiilarlv a farnu r's house, Mr. J. din
Haugh the pro|iriet.u-. has ..nlv been c.ninected
with the h.inse since April. IHH-), luit is an ohl
h.iti'l man, having been in the business in this citv
lor the past tifteeii years ; is Ihiylish bv birtli.
hut has hve.l in Cana.la mauv v.'ars, and is a
cinrteoiis. s.i.'ial an.I .ililii,'iiiy i;eutleinaii, and
ever ali\c to the interests of his guests.

John Davidson. I'ire, Idf.., Accident, Iiisur-
aii.'e an.I St.'amship Agency, Market S.piare. A
steamship an.I insurance agent has to deal with

the c.inifort ..f passengers by recommen.ling and
pr.icuring f.ir them proper accomm.xlati.ins when
travelling, ami with the general public bv recoin-
mendinu t.i them the best insurance, whether in
fire, life .ir acci.lent, marine or plate ylass ; hence
the desirability of reliable men in this branch of
business, for iip.m their reommendation.in iiianv
cases, a pers.ni visiting a foreign port will take
the steamer an.I route siiyyeste.l bv the agent ; or
if he waiits;t.i yet insurance .if ai'iv kimf he will
most likelv take a ii.ihcy in the company which
the agent claims has , -lost merits. Hol.lin" a
[irominent place in tl line .,f business in this
city IS \h-. John l)av!,ls,in. Fire, Life rii,] Acci-
dent Insurance and Steamship Agent, whose oftice
is on :\Iarket S.piare. Commencing in 1871! in
City Hall, then in the same block where he now

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in, witli but II fow coiiUMViiiim, nml (<ni<luall.V I'y
eiierny 'vii I persevfraiico jjuttiii^ tlic ajitnu^y of
firHt divHH liiioH of «t'jain*liiim and iuHuriiiicf com-
pauioH of nv.ciiiWMul morit. In iiiminiiK'o tlio
connHiiiii'H ri'prcmiMitiMl by bun are : In lifo, Tlie
New York ; in accidont, Tlio Acoidtint of North
Ainoricii and The Tiondon (iniirantoo and Acci-
dent ; and in lii'f, The Ini|)i'rial. SiottiHh Union
iV National, Hartford, City of London. Connecti- |
cut. Agricultural, and Wellinnton Mutual ; in :
marine, 'I'lii! ('()nMner<'ial I'nion; in plate >jla«n, '
'I'he I.loydH and The Dominion. Of Hteaniships ,
Mr. Davidson has the .\nilior, Cunard ami Do- i
minion linew to Liverpool and (llasiiow ; North j
(Jerman Lloyd, to lireiiion ; Netherlandtt to i
Amsterdain ; Company (ieneral 'I'ranHatlantic,
to Havre, and The l''aber, a Mediterranean line, \
to ManloB and IKuioa. TlioHi' companies and linen ;
are all rtrHt class in every respect, as a talk with |
Mr. Davidson will show. He does not, however,
disparage other companies hy sliowint,' their
demerits, but makes a point of placing the merits ;
of those \u' represents, prominently before the
pnblic. His (iftice is in the otVice of the Welling
ton Mutual (.11 trround floor, 'il.xdO feet in size, and
IH handsomely fitted up and arran^Jed for the pur
poses to which it is devoted. Mr. Davidson is ai
(Janadian by birth, haviii;^ been Ixirn and raised j
in Ciiielph, and is an active, intellitieiit and reliahle
insurance and ticket a},'ent and a fjentleman with :
whom it is a pleasure to converse. While he |
takes no active jiart in municipal mattfU's, leavint" j
that for those who have more love for it, be is
alive to the military interests of the country,
lioldiuti the prominent and responsible position of
Captain and Adjutant on the staff of the first
brigade of l''ield .\rtillery, the hea<l(piarters of A
and 15 Hatteries beiiiK in (iuelpli.

William Sallows, Hliu'ksmith,77 Wellington
street. To be a fiood blacksmith, even ho short a
time at,'o as twenty-five years, was to shoe a horse
BO that it would stay on a loiiK time, and the loii^^er
it would stay on, the better mechanic, was the
man who put it there. Now, however, the smith
ftinis to put the shoe on so that it will be a benefit
to the horses' feet and cure any defects there may
be ill them. Such a blacksmith as this is Mr.
William Sallows, whose place of business is at
No, 77 WelliiitJton Street. Mr. Sallows com-
menced the trade with Mr. Daniel Lindeman in
lH;-t7. After tlun-ouj^hly learning the business and
workin'4 at it for different parties, he started for
himself in 1H.')0 at the location where he now is.
His premlHes is a substantial stone strncture,
some •i.')x(>() feet in size, and fitted up with all
necessary tools and appliances for doiii^i first class
work. i;veii from its very first inception the
enterprise has met with the most decided success,
and Ko well and satisfactin'ily does he do his work
that he has been able to keep his customers from
year to year, old men telling! their sons that if
they wanted f,'ood w irk done on their horses to
take tiiem to Mr. Sallows. The work he does is
mostly liiu-se shoeiii>i and •.'eiieral repairing, and
lie gives employment to three men. Personally,
Mr. Sallows is an Knglishman by bivtli, but came
to ('anada in ISiiO, and has always lived in (lUelph,
mid since he was nnirried in IslO has occupied
the saiiic hauKc. He is a jovial, courteous tientle-
man and has a warm place in the hearts of his
friends.

W. M. Mann, Florist. 102 Kin^ street, -The
Kiving of flowers has ever been regarded as a mark
of love, enteem and reverence, ami their culture to
develop a taste for the beautiful in nature. Thus
it is that the work of the florist is pleasant,
whether pursued as a pastime or as a remuner-
ative business. I'roniiiuiit among those actively
engaged in this buHineHs 111 (}uel|ih is Mr. W. M.
Mann, propri(a<M- of the Hill Side Conservatory,
located at No. li)'2 King Street. The business was
first established by Mr. Mann, to raise flowers for
sale, in lM7il; tlie plants he had previous to that
time being cultivated for pleasure and as a pas-
time. The houses are four in number, are heated
with hot water, carried in pipes around and
through them under the tables, and aiv filled with
a choice selection of roses, lillies, carnations,
chrysaiitheinums, in many varieties, fuchsias,
hyacinttis, sacred lillies, azelias. palms and an
endless variety of green bouse and tropical plants
and flowers. The business, started on a small
scale, has proved eminently successful, and has
grown from year to year until now flowers are
shipped to all parts of the province and some have
even gone so far as Nebraska, in the States. Mr.
Mann makes a specialty of cut flowers and the
decoi'ation of halls and churches, many balls an I
concerts having engaged him to arrange their
halls for them, and the artistic manner in which
he ban dime it attesting to his merits in this direc-
tion. .\lso in flowers for weddings and floral
offerings he does a very extensive business, his
taste in the .natter of new ilesigns Ixing highly
recognized. He has made a display of flowers at
different times at the I'roviiicial ICxhihition at
Tonuito and has always taken first prize. Mr
Mann is a Scotchman by birth, but has lived in
Canada the jiast thirty-eight years. He is pleasant
and courteous and stands high soci.'Uy wherever
known.

Joseph Cartlidge Ir Co., marufacturers of

all kinds of Hand-made Gloves and Mitts, mens'

boys', ladies' and Misses', -.\inong the industries

of this city, which deserve mure than a passing

notice and which add macerially to the scope 1 if

manufac turies luu-e, is the firm of Joseph Cart

lidge it Co., manufacturers of all kinds of hand

made gloves and mits, etc., at No, 27 Queb.ir

street. The business was established by Mi-

Cartlidge about tlir.'<; miles in the country from

(iuelpli. in 187!) ; hf'.er continuing for five years lu

decided to remove tu the city, wdiich lit; did ami

established himself wheie he now is. Mr. Cart

lidge, who is an lOnglish.nan hy birth, learncl

this business and engaged in it in the Old Country

before coining to (lanada, so that when lie startiii

here, he brought a ripe experience with him and

knowing it thoroughly, its success since its very

start has been most flattering. There are twent \ -

two machines used, occupying two buildings ami

I being operated by hand. Xt the dull season .if

I the year in winter five hands are employed, but in

] summer, as many as forty hands are needed ; the

market for the goods is very good and they iup

, sent all over the province and to Quebec. Thi'

i goods made at present are gloves, mits, cardig.ui

I jackets, petticoats, etc., and in their iiianufa' -

; tnve, nothing but the best woolen yarn is usnl

I Mr Cartlidge is a jileasant, social gentleman, ami

has a first-class mercantile record.

UEl'UESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN.

191

Kiii^! Htrci't. Tlio
ivKiirdccl HHiv mark
iiui their ciiltiiro to

I ill imtiiro. TliUH
loriHt iH iilt^aHant,

or a« II ri'inuner-
oliy tlioHr iictivflv
clpli iH Mr. W. M.
:<i(l(' CoiiHervatory,

'I'lie llllHillUHH WIIK

to laiHo llowcrH for
:i {ircvioiiH to timt
Hiiic 1111(1 iiH a paw
iiiiiitier. ari' lu-atfiil
lipcH iiroiiiiii ami
ami am- tilloil with
llllii's, cariiatloiiH.
larii'tlt'H, (iiuhKifts.
as. paliiiH and an
mil tropical plants
tarttiil on a Himill
iic('l'hh(ii1. and has
il now tlowL'i'H ari'
iiK'c ami Hoinu liavc
n tliu StatcH. Mr.
lit tlowerH and tln'
ex, iiniiiv hallH an I
to arranyo their
c manner in wliicli
iieritH ill thiHdire<'
[iddinHH and Horn I
isive huHincKS, hi-;
si^ns lit'iii;^ highly
iwplay of tloworH at
cial i;xhil)ition lU

II first prize. Mr.
I, hilt has lived in
aVH. }Ih is pleiiHant
1 Koci.'Uy wherever

, mar nfacturers of
H and MittH, mens'
lont" the industries
lore than a passiii;.;
ally to the scope of
in of Joseph Cart

all kinds of ham I

at No. 27 (^iieh.u:
4ahlished by Mi.

the country from
ny for five years he
, which h(^ did ami
now is. Mr. Cart

by birth, learm<l

in the Old Count ly
lat when he startii
ience with him and
ioess since its very
There ai'etweiity-
,' two bnildinijs aiil

the ituU season •>(
ire employed, but in
ids are needed ; tlio
Kood and they mo
ui to Quebec. 'I'lit
■ves, mits, cardigan

in their manufiU'-
oolen yarn ia usr.l
cial f^entleinan, aii'l
3ord.

THE TOWN OF GRA\^ENHURST.

To all travellers and tourists to the .Miiskoka District, (iravenliurst is well and f,. „., known
ami wa, at one time a ter.niual point of the Xorthern ami Xortli. Western Railwa^ " tZ

pn.sent tune ,t is an ni.portant jiimtion for both trains and boats. It is pleasantly and „ , . p.eW
Mtuatedon M.iako a Lake in .Muskoka Townsliip. .Mm.koka l.istrict. Il'niiles south w .to W
ISJf • "'" '""'''•'' "^ '■-""""• -' ■■''' "■"- ■-""' "< >'-•■-, while from Toronto it is 'lU^riu

(iravenliurst was settled in IHTO 1 i„,.,.,,„„.,ted In ISTS. and despite the direful ruvaKea o, a

i.H , li astroiLs hre a few years a,... t lie growth of the town has been steady and progres.ivri
the centre of a large lumber trade, and possesses a number of saw and shingle mills

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U.,.Um. ,.,„,, l„.,„.,.k;,. ,„, UJ „,„ ,|„.k„i .,„, „ . « »■ « I

"" ""■■':•"»" ■ »' >■ •;« >■» ■■ Ni|....i.iB.- ■• I<..,„„1,.,- ■.M,„k„k. .. .„,r .. ,„|„,„ -L™ ,1 i , ,t

upon Lakes .Mii.skoka, Mosseaii and .lo.sepli. ' '

-^t'^g- run tri.weekly to Umugto „d weekly to llarkway. There are .Methodist, IVesbyterian

Considerable ,,iai,tities of himber, shhigles, lath, timber, and produce are shipped i and the
.i.se.sse.l valuation of i, il and personal property is close on .•S!'.'(in,(NK).
The population exceeds 2,0(M).

Muskoka and Georgian Bay Navigation Com-
pany, .). .s. Playfair. I'rest. ; A. 1'. Co.kbiuii.
(iiiieral Muuager, <;raveiihnrst;.l. A. Link, Sc-y
Ticas.— There is no [lart of Canada, or In fact the
whole CDiitineiit of .\iiicrica, which olhTs so nuiiy
attractive iiKliicemeiits to visitors, tourists anil
families, as dta^s the regii>ii known as the Muskoka
Lake district. lOvcry year witnesses an iiicreasinu'
miinber of incomers, while (J raveiihiirst. ill the greaT
majority of case,, is the railiatiiig point. On .\lon.
days. Wednesdays and Fridays, the spleiidi,! steel
paddle steamer ■• Nipissing '' h'aves this town for
various points on the lake to I'.irtCocklHirii, similar
jom-neys being made on alternate days, one hour
hiter,wliih' a daily stage commiiiiication is kept
up with I'arry .Sound amUieorgi.ni liay fi<im I'ort
(cKkburii. Other well-kiipwn steamers leaving' this
point are the " K-.iio/ha," the " .Muskoka, "' the
■•(hi„|i.," while the line upper cabin steamer,
■ I-. H. Maxwell,'' makes daily trips to I'lirry
•Sound in connection with the mail trains at
I'ciietanguishene ami .Midland, via the most
-III Itcred, picturesijiie and shortest cliannel.
.\iiotlier boat belonging to this line is the •' Im-
|icrial, ' thiough means of which islaiid(!rs and
-uiiimer v;.;:t :■ ••an be accommodatcil at any
convenient ami .safe landing places. In short
without going into lengthy details. fnml
(.lavenlmrst some of the most enchanting
trips on the .American continent may he made"
Old those who are contemplating a s'limmer trip
'■aiinot do better than fix their minds on this
district, and make diii! application to \lr \ p
(■ockburn, .Manager of the Muskoka and (ieorgiai'i
I'ay Navigation Company at (Graven hurst, fyim
"iioiii every information and courtesy will be
received, while a large illnstratcd guide may be

had free (m application to Mr. ,J \ I i„
<iravenhur.st, or .Messr.s. Williamson '.V ( ',
King St. West, . .'(mto.

popular piopi'i'tor
\\'asl(vv and M

i''

'iiieil
Some twelve years ago

, . , , , ,. - 'Kimuiii were in partner-

.-.h p, but (or the last .seven years the former has
belli scile posse.s.sion. In I.SS.S a new building was
erected, this being a hamlsome three-sitory brick
"nliliiig. II, which every modern improvemeiit
lia.s h.-fii introduced, special atteiitiim having been
paiil to sanitary arrangements.

The whole house is hamlsoimdy furnished
tliroughout : there are .some twenty-five rooms
large, airy, and cheerful, with [ileasaiit parlors'
and a spacious dining-room : the culinary depart-
mentis iind.T abl,. management ami a liberal
table IS ahyays supplied. For the convenience of
coininercial m,.,, there is a large sample room •
al.soa wellei|Uippcil bar, ollice, etc., and a capital
barn and stables. The house is heated by hot air
and visitors will at .ill times lind tlii; a most
pleasant house at which to stay, while Mr. Wasley i

will prove the st genial of hosts. This gentle- j M

mail IS a native of ^ ork, Ontario, and foi- some ' fl

years was engaged in agricultural pursuits. ^

Caledonian House, John Sharpe, Proprie
tor, (lravenhurst.~in the way of hotels Graven-

199

TOWN OF OIIAVENHI'RWT

liuiNt iiiii oIl'iM' t^vury iiidiiri'iiieiit to viHitdiH,
wlirtlitn' oil himincHN or pli'iiHiiru iiitt^iit, luiil
for till! bciH'Ilt i)f yiiiir iiiiiihmimim ri'iulflin Mici'liil
lliontiiill iiiiihI III' liiailii lit till' (iiii iliiliiilli llnllNit,
(if wliii'h Mr >li)liii Hlmr|i)i Ih |irii|iri('ti>r, ami
wliiili with tliu |iiitriiitii; ariliiur of liin rai'ii,
iiH a Koii of tlut " liuiil o' riikt'H," liii Iiiih mo
ajitly iiuiiii'il. l"'or iiino yi'iirH Mr. Slmr|Ki lias
l.ri'ii proprietor of tliJH Iioiimc, liiit liku mi many
iiioni of iiin towiiMiiiuii, hi) niU'erril in tlm iIih-
»Htriiiis till' of Si'pt , INH7 ; liowrvir, lii' lm«
now ri'liiiilt a Niilwtantial Mtniitinr in whii.'h I'vi-ry
niodcin iiiiiviMiriii'i' has lii'iii iiitroiiini'il, whilu
till' siiiiitai'V iiri'aii>,'i!nii'ntH air of a iifrlrtt iiiitiirL'.
'I'luri' ari' mm Ui'twci'ii thiily ami forty roonix,
large, uhi'i'rfiil ami wi'll-vi'iitiiatiil, flic lionse in
winter inoiitlis liiiiij; hcatfil liy Hteani ; hIho
pi 'iiHiint Hittini.; rooms, rraiiiiig ami NinokinK
rooii a, with large sample iooiiih, a well ii|iiii)peil
Imr, otliee, ete,, the whole Iioiim' tliroiiglioiit
litilig fiiriiisheil in the most approveil iiKiilern
.style. The liilt of fare is always an eiijoynlile one,
the lient of \ iamU ami ilelieaeies in season lieiiiK
placeil on the talile. .\ bus meet? all trains an<l
tioats, anil there is exi'elleiit slahlint; accommo-
ilation. .\li'. .Sharpe possesses ail those warm
iiistiuets whifh in general ehaiueteri/.e the sons of
.Sfotlamt, ami lor over a ipiarter of a century lie
huii hueii a ruHiilent of C'anuda.

Scott & Brown, [Jvery StahliH, liay s(treet.
(JraMMiiiiirsl. 'I'he steadily gr.iwing importance
of ( Iravi'iihnrst neeissitates the establishnieiit
of a tirstelass livery, both for the use of resi-
dents, biisimss men and those on pleasure intent.
In this L'onnertion prominent attention must be
ilrawii to the establishment of Messrs. .Seott it
Hl'own, who have a thorough knowledge of this
lino of business, and who are in a position to

promptly fulfil all orders. 'lliouLdi only estab-
lished ill I.SS7, yet in a compaiatiM'ly >liort time
.Messrs. .''^eott .V lirowii have built up an excellent
trade and coiiiiecti<in. They have well arranged
premises, with spacious well drained ami well
vuntilateil stables. They keep from ten to tw clve
hor.ses, all of a superior stamp, sound in wind ami
limb, free from vice, good goers, and quiet in
single and double liarness. A general assortment
of carriages is kept, and a tnrnciut from this
establishment is iu every way complete. l!e-
sponsible drivers can be had if desired, and
special rates are given to commereial men.
They also manufacture Helfast < linger .\le,
Lemon >oda, and otiier Carbonated Ik-vei.i^e.^,
and supply all the gnninier resorts, hotel.s, etc.,
on train and boat route. Orders by mail have

their prompt attention. In connection witli M
livery a man is always in attciidaneo, iht\
niKlit, on tliu |iruiiiiMUN.

J. P. Cookburn, .stationery and Kancy toiod-
.Miiskoka St.. Teleiilion" j'.xehange, 'I elegrapli
Ollice, tieneial liisuranee and I icket Aauii
ey for liailway and Steaiimhip Lines. — Tliei.
uonlil certainly appear to lie an allinity In
tweeii the I'ost Ollieii department and tin
stationery traile, ami this is exeinplitii d in tin
case of Nir. .1. I', ('oikbiirn, of Muskoka street,
(iiaveiihiirst, who is piistmaster ami has tie
post ollice located in his stationery ami faiie\
goods store. The iinunises occupied are lieatl)
litti'd lip, am' contain an excellent stock of books
of general and light literature, as well as Hchooj
and account hoiiks, stationery foi ladies' nne, tin
school and counting house, and counting liou-c
KUpplles There is also a line stock of fancy goocU
of almost every description, both useful and oriin
mental, and seeds, pipes and the choicest l.iands ot
tobacco. Mr. !-'ockburn is e'so a nurseryman ainl
grows his own plants and transplants tlieni.
lie has been establislied ill biiHiness toi' the past
liltecii years and lias always been emiueully sue-
cessful. He is one of the oldest inhaliltalits ni
(Jraveiihiirst. and is one of its most highly esteeiii-
eil citizens, being tow n treasurer as well as post
master. He comes a|ipareutly of a (iiililic spiritcl
family, oiiti brother being an ex-M I'.l'., ainl
another, .Mr. Isaac Cockbiirn, liei-,g Mayor ot
( Iraveiihurst. He is a thorough-going business
man and is endowed with marked executive ability

J. E. Clipshatn, Carriage lluilder. .\Iusk'>k„
St. In no line of irei'liaiiical imlustry lias then'
been a more m.irkeil improvement than in thai i4
the mauufacture of carriages, for the vehicles now
liiddiiccd are better, lighter and more durable
than those of a by-gone age.

Oi'ciipying a liistinctively prominent (lositiou in
this iiiKiortant industry is .Mr .1. \''.. Clipsham, n>
•Muskoka street, whose re|Uitation for turning on!
the be-.t of work is unsnrpassei.. This gentlcnian
has been in business here for the l.isc tliirtecn
years, and the history of his establishment lii-
lieen a steadily |irogressive one. He occupies .
substantial twostory building, .'iti x 7- feet :
iliinensions, containing show rooms, blacksmitJ! ■
shop, wood slioii and paint shop, every inodiin
I'onveiiience having been introduced. .Some t.-ii
skilled hanils are emiiloyeil, and none but tin
best of materials are u.sed. The premises, ue\\lv
elected since the lire, have a lloorage area of i,\, i
S, 110(1 feet, giving a capacity of 1,(10(1 vehicles ]i.i
aunnm, the proilucts consisting of the newi'>i
styles in earriagi'S, buggies, wagons, cutter^,
trucks and sleighs, specialties being made of tin
" Ceh'brated Wrought Iron Tubular .\\\v
Wagon," and Farmer's One-bench Hoi) Slei^li.
.Mr. (lipsiiam has the largest stock of good. Will
selected wagon stock and lumber in Xortluri]
Ontario, ami every article turned out by him i-
honestly guaranteed. .Mr. Clipsham i>. a natiM
of Lincolnshire, Ihigland, but for thirty-six y«,ii>
has been a resident of this country : he lias ha 1
an experience of over a ipiarter of a eentnr,\ in
this business, and in all his transactions he u ill
1m; Ii,und jiroiupt and reliable. In eoncimiiii,:,' t:,;
brief sket'.;h of his establishment particular attiii
tion is draw n to the following details ; —

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iMiiiiM'L'tloii with
itti'iiitaiicu, iImv

y uikI Imiikv ( iiioil-
',^t'lllill^l^ 'I t'l«xi'it|>li

iiiicl I irkvt /tutiii
HHhip Liix^n, — Tlicfi

liti nil utiiiiitv III
I'lHii'tiiit'iit mill till
H i'\iiMiplili> il ill Mil

(if Miinkiikii Htiiit.
iiixtci' mill liiiH tli<
tiitiiiiiri'v mill fiiiM\

OCCll|llcil Hll' llWltli
L'l'lU'Ilt stiH'k l)f ImHiK-

ri', iiM well iiM Mi'liiiiij
y fill IiuIk'n' ii»i', till
mill I'oimtiiig liiiii-i'
Htin:k ol' fmiry c'liiil-
liiitli iiMcliil mill iinia
tlir L'luiii'r^t lirmiilM nt
'mii II niirxri'Vliimi iiinl
I tiiui'-iilmits tliciii.

lll.silllH.I till' till' pilst

lirrll t'lllilllMltly Hll, .

ililcMt inlialiitiilitH III

< iMiiMt lii;;lily fMtccin

Hliri'l' IIH \M'1I ilM |l(ist

Iv of a [iiililii' Hpiiiti il
"iiii cx-M I', r,. aihl
rii, li<!i'.>; Miiynr i.t
•oMf,'li-j;i>iii({ liusiiir~.
Ueil cxcciltivraliilit),

1) r.uilil.r, Mui^Uuk,,
I illllll^t^y lias tliiii'
iiii'iit tlimi ill tlhit. i>t
, for till' vi'liii'U'.H iinw
V anil iiioio (liiiiilili

pi'oiiiiiiciit |iiisitiiiii ill
\r .1. 10. I liiiMliiiiii, "'
tiitiiui I'm' tiiniiii).' dui
ii'i.. 'I'liis ^eiitlfiiMii
fill' till! las.; tliirti'i n
lis Chtiiblixliiiiciit li 1-
iilie. Ilr iM'i'iiiiiis ,
ling, "ili X 7- li-ct 1-

■ roiiiii.s. lllilL'kslllill: ■
slinp, every iimili!!.
triiiliireil. Siiiiii' III!
, mill iiiiiie lint till
'I'llu |irellliscs. lle« Iv
ll(ioni;,'e ana ut ii\' '
ot l,(M)(l veliieles [n i
.stiiij; of tiie iiuHr^i
.s, \vii;;()iis, cutter*,
s being niaile of tin
>n Tnl Hilar .A\li'
-bench Hob .Slei-li.
; stock of ^'ooil, Hi 11
Ininbcr in Nortiu in
iiincil out by him i-
Ulipshaiii is a nativi
t for thirty-six years
country : lie has iiinl
rter of a century in
transactions he v\ ill
I. In coiicluiliii,- ; ■;:
lent particular att' ii
j{ details ; —

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Whilllletrees anil neekyoko

Isaac Cockburn. I.iiiiiber. l.ath ami

- 'i'lie liimliir iiiiliistry is the most important
brain li of liiisinos eiimlin teil. ami has bc'cii the
means of buililin;,' up the tow n of (Havenhnrst to
i(s pn-seiit pnpiilation. 'Ilierr ire many lirst-elii«M
eoiieerns enj^'ujjeil in the maniita.tiiie "of lumber,
Itttii anil shingles here, prominent aiiion« the
niimlii r beiiii; .Mr. Isaac Coekbiirn. 1 his gcntle-
mmi establislieil his lnisiiies-. over ten years ago,
ami has ever- met with a larye measure of siiceeHn'
The premises oeeiipieil for the iiiill are ;"i(lxl l,"i fei't
in ilinieiisioiis, ami there are live acres of gronml
tor the stora-e of lumber. The mill is Ijtteil up
M ith all the latest ainl most improveil machinery
speeiallv ailapte.l bii the work in liaml, which is
illivin by two I. "ill horse- power engines. Imi,.
pliiyiiient is fiiriiislieil to lill hainls in the nianii-
lactiire of lumber, latli, sliin-lcs ami feiiee stakes.
The trailc of the house is very extensive, sliip-
inents of e,,i„ls beiiiK iiiaile to even tar otl Imlia.
.Mr Ciickbinn, the proprietor, is a native of
Canailii, ami is a yeiitleinan of inarkeil biisim hm
ability ami possessini; a tlioron^h kimwleilge ,f
the Inmiier traile. He is a |)iiblicspiriteil citizen
ami is .Mayor of the town, his brother beinu an
ex-.\l.l'. He is II gentleinmi hijilily cstecnieil by
all cla.s.scs for his cvcelleiit business ami social
ipialities.

G. F. Marler, (leneral .store. A great
coiiMiiienie to purchasers from a ilistame \n
the general store, where is contained many
lines of goiiils in ditTerent depm tinents, .so
that it is iii.t I'oiinil necessary to go from store to
.store to make selections. I'roininent among those
eiigngeil ill this line of business in CravenliTirst is
.Mr. i;. V. .M alter. This business, which \mis
e.Htablislieil ten vears ago, .soon became popular
with the public, ami has .steadily increased in ex-
tent and iniportance from year to year up to the
present time. Tlie premises occupied are large
and commodious, being (.") x T,") feet in di!i!enHio!!!i,
where is carried a largi' and well-assorteii stock of
general dry-goods, both fancy and .staple, eni-
bruciiig the newest designs in fabrics, hosiery,

4 I

124

TOWN OF GRAVENHni.ST

notions, etc.; also liatx ami caps, boots and shoes,
roaily-niailt clothing and grocfries. Tlio stock is
a large one ami carefnllj selected with legard to
quality, while the prices cliargec' will l)e found as
low as any in the town. An extensive local and |
northern trade is done, most of the liMuhernien t
making this tlieir headquarters for obtaining their
supplies. Kniploynient is furnished to six com- '
petent an<l courteous assistants in the operations !
of the business. Mr. .\larter is a native of Can-
a<la, and is a thorough-going and progressive
business man, taking a deep interest in local and ;
national affairs, and is a member of the Provincial '
Parliament for .Muskoka.

Gravenhurst Bakery, \Vm. McKean.— The
most imi)ortaiit of all lims of business in-
dustry are those that deal in the food products of
the people, chief aniop.g whidi is liread. Among
those prondnently iditulilicd with this line in
(iravenhurstis .Mr. Win. McKean. proprietor of the
(iravenhurst Bakery. This business, which was
established 14 years ago. has proved eminently
successful and has steadily continueil to increase
with the passing years. The i)remis(>s occupied
are .■(() x JO feet with a leanto of 40 feet. The
store is neatly fitted up and contains a line stock
of bread, pastry and confectionery, in the manu-
facture nothing but the very best (|Uality of
inaterials are used, and in this particular Mr.
McKean has achieved a high reputation. It is
said, and that truly, that '• bread is the staff of
life." It is used at eviM-y meal and therefore should
be perfectly pure, otherwi.se it would b(' injurious
to health. Mr. McKean is a native of Scotland
and came to Canada a little over 'i4 years ago,
starting soon thereafter in business. He i." a
thorough-going, active and enterprising business
man and a public-spirited citizen, highly esteemed
by all who know him. He runs a team and
wagon for the delivery.

Hill's Shingle Mill, Lewis and liyron Hill,
Proprietors.— The building industries of Canada
ari! carried on upon an extensive S(;ale and are not
conlined to the mere erection of buildings, but
also to the manufacture of the materials required.
The town of (iravenhurst is the centre of tlie
shingle manufacturing industry, and prominent
among those engaged in this line of business are
Messrs. L. i\: B. Hill, proprietors of Ifill's Shingle
Mill. This business was estalilisbed a nuudiei' of
years ago by Mr. Hazard, who was succeeded
three years since by the psesent proi)rietors The
premises occupied by the business aie 2.")x4(l feet
in dinuMisions, with one acre of grouucl used for
the storage of linid)er Kmploymimt is furnished
to ien competent han<ls in tiie manufacture of
shingles. The mill is liitted n|) with special shingle
niachiiiery, driven by a l.'i-jioise power eiigim..
The trade of the house is (|uite (extensive, extend-
ing throughout (iravenhurst and a hirge section
of the surrounding country. .Messrs. Hill, tiic
proprietors, are natives of Canada, and are gentle-
men of exc(-llent business c|Ualitications, a"id are
held ill the highest estimation by all who know
them.

indn.stry located at firavenhurst, there are none
more deserving of particular mention than that of
•Messrs. I!. R. Mowry & Son, founders and niii
chinists. This business was first established by
Mr. L. Love, six years ag ■, and he was sueceedcl
l)y the present tirin live years since. 'I'he prein.
ises oci'upicd by the business are large and ooin-
niodious, being .)() x P.'O feet in dimensions an, I
two stories in height. The works are lifted iqi
with all the latest and most improved machinery,
which is driven by a 10 horse-power engine. El,'
ployment is furnishe<l to l;{ skilled workmen
throughout the year. The machinery used in
these works co.st .SVOOO. The linn do all kin,l>
of bmiiilry work, making every description of iron
castings, and also machines of almost any kind lii
size. The work done by them is of a most sui>e
nor i|iiality, ami the utino.st c re is exercised that
all orders entrusted to them should give the best
of .satisfai'tion. and it is on this account that their
trade has steadily progress<'d since the date of its
inception, lioth .Mr. H. K. and his .sou. Mr. Aldns
Mowry, arc natixcs of IVterb(U-o', the forunr
being born in ISSOand the latter in 1,S.">4. Tiny
are both practical mechanics, and energetic aiili
progie.ssiv e business men, and are eminently de
serving of all success.

Muskoka Planing Mills Th. is (iale.

('oiitractor and liuiMcr, ( iravenliiirst.— .An im-
portant branch of the general trade of (iravcn-
hurst is that connected with the lumber biisine».
and the planing mills in this section (tontrihutc
considerably to the industrial wealth of tlii>
growing town. So that in giving dotaileil
sketches of the various enterprises it is neces.sarv

i\?K-v»,

B. R. Mowry & Son, Kmiudry and Mach.iiie
Shops— .Among the many lines of manufacturing

that due mention be made of the Muskoka I'lanm.
Mills and Sash and Door Factory, of wliicli .Mr,
Thomas (iah' is proprietor. The mill lias receiitl\
been improved JMid lifted up with the most modiri
machinery, and is possessed of every conveiiicn,T|
f(M- promptly ami .satisfactorily carrying on tilt
work. There is a patent drying ki'lii, and tl|.
products of this house, consistinl; of doors, s,i-li.
and buildiM-s' supplies, have a standard reputntmi,
on the market. Only experienced hands are cih
ployed and the best of se.isoiied wood is used. Mr.,
(iaie personally siiperiuteniling all o])eratioiis. In
connection with his jilauing mill, Mr, (iaIe :il,-
doi's a general business as a builder and contrn.tnr.
and supplier draHings, specilications, and i-ti I
mates, coiitivicts being taken for all kinds »:
buildings, while many of the newly erected ,slni. ,
tures in ( iiavenliurst are li\ing in()niiiueiits ol liil
skill and ability. Orders by 'mail are pr(Mii|itlv|
and i^ntisbictoi-ily execiilcd, and in all his ,i, „;ii,
iMr. (iale will be found thoroughly reliable.

W. Pi

Holding (

tlio.se lion
• iiaxeiihii
koka Strei
nut the b
liy Mr. \i
into it iiev
licing that
in town.
Krijcery st
lloiir and
Hell select
larried, eo
• ■liiiia and
h'io, table
lloiir, feed,
cialty is m;
.sugars. .\|
tariii prodi
are of the
cliargi'd an
"imilar (|iu
nislied to t\
iiMil one hoi
ing of goo
natixe of II
was born in
He was eng
vioiis to (roil
inuii highly

W.A. Mc

Oraven hurst

imiuy biisiii

i.'C|iteil, and

Ainoiig tlio.s

wnrthv of m

"t .\lr,'\V. A

'lisc, on .Mu^

lislicd his b

time to tlur 1

Tile premise-

tfct in diiiii

ulicre eniplir

and courteoi

elected stoc

1 inbi.icing al

niiveltios ill

li'i'its and sh

is full and i;oi

lint one from

pii' ts cliargei

is ,1 native <i

iiiiii energetic

I'ialty of mill

nisliiiijr^.

Mickle, D

■iii'l Siiiiij^des.
|ir"!,ibly the
iiiiliistries com
sands upon th
iiiM'stiiieut of
venliiiist is th(
"^liiii.Llle iiidusti
iif nirn are giv(
■iiiiiaiiit of mo
ti'i' tlienecessa
tile town. IV
thi. line h^j.^ .,

**iio own two I

nhiirst, tiiere are noin'
ill- mciitioii tliaii tliivtof
Soil, foiindevs ami iiiii
ViiH first I'stablisliL'd liy
, and ho was suoi'eedfil
■ara since. 'I'lio prt'in-
iR'ss are laigo and coin-
vet ill dimensions and
riie works are (itted n{.
it improved maehinery,
rue-power engine. Kl,
' I.S slcillcul worknicn
he maeiiinery nsed in
'I'lie linn do all kind>
very deserijition of iron
s of almost any kind m
;lieni is of a nio.st sujic
it ore is exereised tliiit
■ni slionid give the liest
this aeeoiint that tiiiir
icd since the date of its
and hi.s son. Mr. Aldu.s
eteilioro', the fornn r
■latter in l,H.-.4. Thry
lies, and energetic anil
and are eminently de

mis Thoniiis (iale,
Havenluirst. — An ini-
leial tiade of (iravcn-
h the Inniher liMsine».
this section eontrihiitc
-trial wealth of tlii~
in giving ilotaile.l
rrprises it is neces.sarv

REPRESENTATIVE lUSlXE.SS

M E N.

otSS^-

f the Arnskoka I'ianiii: |
■".ictory, of which .\li

The mill has recentl} I
> with the most ino,|,n I
1 i>f every conveniiiin
orily cai-iying on tin |
ilrying kiln, and thi
isisting of doors, .-a-li,
■ a standard repiitati"i. I
rienced hands ari' iii;
>ned Wood is nseil. Mr
ling all operations, lii]
ig mill, Mr. (iaie al-
lidilder ami eontrartm,
ii'i'ilications. and ivsti
ken for all kinds n||
le newly erected stnii

ing monnments ol lii-l
liy mail are proiii|itlvl

and ill ail Ids .i., ;ii(.
•ouglily reliable.

125

W Palmer, Grocer. .Mnskoka .Street-

oldmg a prominent ami popular ph.ce am on.-

hose houses engaged in the grocery l,„si less i^

Koka.Stieet. .Mr. Palmer two years a-'o homfht

. .Ml 1,0, ert I'eters t,n' a year, and infused
Mto It new ite, energy and enterprise, the res.
hcmg that 1 soon took a front rank in the fa |'
n. town. The premises occupied consis , ,
Kro..ery store ;i(.M',. feet in /limensions, and
llo.r and teed st.ne •J(,xl(;0 feet. .\ la r.e n
well selected stock of choice family gro ce ie ,
;;;[med, eompris„.g the Ihu.st l.rands^■^ca.s from
; nna ,u,d dapan. fragrant codecs from dava
U|. tM. deh^ces, pure sp.ccs, canned go,; ^
lloni. feed, .-rockery , glassware, etc , etc A snc

M.^'ar.s. .Mr. I'almer pays the highest price , ,■
l.'nn pro,lnee. All goods carried i,v tl is house
arc ot the very l,est ,p,ality, while" the pr"
.■haiged are as Vnv as can he found in town for a
^m.ilar ,,nal,ty of goo.ls. l-mplovment is f, ,'
i..s .ed to two con.pctentand coultcmis assista
;md one l.or.se and wagon are nse,l for the d.-live,:
ing of goo Is to customers. .Mr. l'a|„,er is i
aative of I'.arrow-in-lMirness, Kngland, where he
jvas horn m 1X44, and came to (-anad^ in KS(
lie was engaged in farming in Kssex Counfv pre:
UOU.S to c-om,ng to ( .'ravenhurst. He is a ..enth-
■"un highly esteemed l.y all who know Idm?

W,A. McKlm,(.'eneral .Store, .Mu.sk,d<aStreet -

.nivenhnrst is a rapi,lly growing town, and

"Kiyhnsincss houses are constantiv heing in-

-ptcl, and std! there .seems rooni for more

Among those of comparatively recent inception

Vi , ■\'''''"'"' 'l*''l^i- ■" .li^'neral inerchan-
jhsc on Mu.koka Street. This gentleman estah-
led Is lH,s,ne.sst«o years ago, an,l from that
,1 "c to the present it.s progress ha> I.een cnstant
Ihe inemi.ses occupud by the ln,sin..ss are lid x ■'(,
tot m dimensions and uro .stori.-s i,, heigirt

icie eniployincnt is furnished to four conipett
""' ;■" •■•t'""'^ .assistants A large and' well:
> ccted .stock is earned of g..„eral .Iry-goods.
; ::;■ "^ "' ,''- '^'t-t -'.1 .Most fashionabl.:
|"^eltles 111 fabrics, hosiery, iiotion.s. etc ■ also

s'f'llT ''"'^';-. ■^''"■,^t"''l^i" the various' lines
t d and co-np etc, and will be found an excel-

; 'f ""»; f"iM which to make a sclection,whilcthe
I'licus charged are most iva-unable. .Mr. McKim

» ■' native of Canada, and is a t „„.d, !-, m';

HIM energetic business man, lie makers a'sp.."
c.alt^-_of millinery, dress g ,. and gents' flir-

Mickle, Dyment & Son. Lumber. Lath

I MiingCs. -The lumber trade of Canada is

I 'a d>- the most inip,n'tant of all the business
I I stries oonduete,!. giving employm,.nt to thou-
.Ids upon t lou.sands „f ,„eii, an.l re,|„iri,i,. th,.
■I ■stment ,.t large ..aiiitals. Th,. town ofCra-

^eiilHirst IS the centre of a larg,- lumb,-,-, lath aiel

;. iiigle m.lustry, in which a ,.oi,si,leral,le nuiub ■

"liii,Miaregivcnein])loym.'Mt. wli,

■iiiioimt of money in wages

t"i' the necessaries of life anion.

t"c t,)wn. IVoininent

sins ^'if ?,'*'■"■'-'*" '■'^ '""^ '" '■^■^'t '■" ''""*'"-
aUnie of ath. lumber ami shingles, being |-.>0x
•'I feet 111 dimensions ami two stories in heij-ht

•-.•are (ittcl up with all the latest an,l mo.st

I i'l""ve,l sawmill m;,chinery ami aiiplianees, one
iiineii l.yan S.,.hoise power engine, the other by
Mil) Imrse power engine. About 1(10 men are given
tMnp.oyiuent in the three departments, while the
'ii.tterial manuta,lure,l by the (inn finds its way

II lover the Dominion. The pro|)rietois an- natives
"I I anada, and aie active ami enterpiisin« busiiif.ss

men.
linn,
have also a

OllslllfSS

in the

, . Ihey

ihingle mill ,lriveii bv a .Tidior.se

l"'"er engine, titte,l up in (ir.st .da^s stvle

all neces.sary maehinery. Thev also

lor their own use. Tin'

oiii' ininiliiMl mil

pine timber, well watered, which, with

exjxrt t,i buy, will keep the mil

number of vcars.

Mickle, one of the partners
s a member of the Town Council.

with

ow 11 a tug

hey have coiisiilerably over

lion feet of piiiiie green standing

they
running for a

Joseph Gaynor. \Vat,hmakcr an,l .Tewel-
ic,-, Al nslio|,;a Street -.\s a community a.lvanees
III ciyili/ation an,l prosperity, ami the nrcssure
to olitam th,' necessaries of life is remove.l. thev
pay nioic attention to the luxuries of life ami per-
■sonal a,loriin,ent, an, I the business of the watch-
nial;.r ami jewidh-r becomes more valuable
.\in,,ng thos,. i.Ieutilie.l with the watchmakin.r

>Wio own two saw mills

110 re.cive a large

which is distribiiteil

the inerchanls of

among those engageil in

',>ii,

.\iickic. Iiyment A: Si
shingle facte

tra.le in Cravenlnirst ,1
is .Mr. .biseph Cavn,,!'
Musl<,,ka Street. ' Thi,
ill this tow 11 tw,i Vcars
had been engagcl in tl
simie time previ.ms
the biisine.,s ar,' neatly
.abinets, etc., ami .-..u'ti
idoi'ks, chains, rim^.s

esiM-ving

of s[)e

wli

ISC .-

t,n-e is

s biisine

s was

ag,)

atl

imigh

111' s

line

Hie 111

The

|)reiiiises 1

arr

lllgC,

1 with

nil ,

1 lim

st,)ck

jew elK'iy, w hicli are 1

cial mention
< hiiiitcil on
~ established
\Ir. (iayiior
t)ttawa for
iccupieil by
show I'ases,
of watches,
g.s aii.i niittiy other articles of

ent II

1 workina

isliir

leantiful in desi

gn andexcel-
aymu' makes a

■'mtm

120

TOWN OF GRAVENHURST

.specialty of tine watc^li repiiiring, in wliich he is
un adept. He is al.si) agent for tlie Singer .sewing
niacliines, wliieli ari' acknowledgeil to l)e tlie be.st
inanufaotiued. Mr (iaynor in a native of Ottawa,
ami is in the prime of life He is highly esteenieil
by all who know liim

P. Shea, lioots anil Shoe.s, Mu.skoka Street. —
The hoot anil shoe trade is one of the nio.st ini-
j)ortant of all the business industries condnrted in
tlli.s eonntry, giving employment to a large num-
ber of people and the
investment of a large
amoinit of rapital.
Among those holding
a leading position in
this liiK- in (Jraveii-
hni-st is .Mr. I'. Shea,
whose store isloeated
(Ui Mnskoka ."-treet.
This liusiness was es-
tablished eight years
ago, and ever sinee
the ilate of its ineep-
tion it has proved
eminently sneees.sfid. The prendses oeenpied are
large and eoninnxlions. being 10 x 24 leet in
dimensions, and are tastefully litted up and eon-
tain a large and elegaut st ek of line boots and
shoes f<n' ladies an<l j;c!ntl(.'nie[i, misses, youths
and ehildren, from dw. linest of kid to tlii' hea\ i-
est and most siuvieeahle kip, whii'h are oljtained
from some of the leading mauuhietinirs of the
Dondniou. .Mr. S\w.ii also couduets a enstom de-
partment, where those desiring e.in have boots
and shoes made to measure in the highest style of
the art. on the shortest not ce, and at the most
reasonable piiee.s. I'hrijiloyment is furnished to
five skilled hainls and assistants througliout the
year. .Mr. .Shea is a native of the (younty Kerry,
Irelainl, and went to tiie States lii yeais ago,
where he resided for eight years and then came
to ( 'anada He thorou-hly undeistauils every
detail of his bnainnss, and is ever ready to meet
the reipurements yf the public.

firm are Messrs. Alfred and Charles Allen, who
are both naiive.s of Lonchm, Kngland. and eanie
to Canada 1.') years ago, and have resided near
(Iravenhnrst during that time. They are thor-
oughly aetive, representative liuainess men, and
highly esteemed eitizens.

Thomas Brignali, \Vagon Nfaker.— The

wagon-liuihling trade throughout Canada is
\cry extensively represented, and as a rule by ex-
pert tradesmen whose work i.-j llrst-elass in every
particular. .-XuMing those prondnently itonnected
with this line of l>UKiness in ( iravenhur.st is Mr.
Thomas Urignall. This gentleman established his
business in this town eight years ago, although he
had been previously in business in W'oodville for
17 years, where he got burned out and then re-
moved luu'e. The premises oeciipieil by the busi
nt'ss are '20 \ 110 feet in dimensions and two .stories
in height, the ujiper Moor being used as a paint
shop. Mr. Briguall manuhu'tures all kinds ot
wagons, carts, et<'. Me uses nothing but the
best .seasoned woo<l anil the linest of steel and
iron, and nothing is omitted that could possibly
add to the strength, durability aiul beauty of the
vehicles. He also does general wagon repairin,:;
and jobbing. Since the business was established
here it has been ennnently successful, and is meet
iug with a steady increase, which is due to tlie
excelleiice of the work turned out and the moder-
ate prices charged. .Mr. Ihiguall is a native of
Kngland, and has resided in Canada during the
past .'!■") years. He is a thorough-going, active,
and enterprising' business man, and is highly
esteemed l)y all classes of the community.

Allen Bros., Dealers ill Staple and l''ancy |liy-
(ioods, Hats and Caps, lioots and Slioes, (Iro
ceries and Provisions, Klour and h'cul.
The town of (iravenhnrst isaii iniportaut cenfreot
the lumber business, and ti.e nieicantile houses do
a large trade in supplying the wants of those
engaged in the operations of that industry. 'I'here
are many excellent general stores located here,
prominent amo ig the number being that of
Messrs. Allen liros , who.se establishment is situ-
ated at the corner of Miiskoka and .Shaw .Streets.
This business was founded three years ago. ami
soon took a liMiling and po))ular place in the line.
The preiiii.ses occii]iied are till x 'J'J feet in dimen-
sions, where is ciriied a large and excellent stock
of staple and fancy dry-goods of e\erv description,
and embracing all tlie n.ivelties of the season ;
hats and caps, boots and shoes, groceries and pro-
visions, tloiir and feed, etc , etc. In the dill'erent
departments the stocks are full and complete, and
are of the very best ipiality, received direct from
first hands. The hrni make it a business policy
to sell at the smallest reus nable advance above
cost, preferring ipiick sales to lai'ge ])rolits, a
policy that iias been found sucee,s.sinl in all eases
where adopted. The individual niembers of the

H. R. King. Wholesale and Ketail Ihitchei.
Cra\ eulinrst.Ont. Jt is an acknowledged fact that
the most important of the business iminstries con
ducted in any country are those that supply the
peoiile with food, 'i he butcher trade takes a
leading position in this respect, and from the
cattle ram lies of the west to the wholesale ami
retail deiiartnients of the liusiness, employment
is furnished to a large army of men. and the in-
vestment of heavy capitals. Prominent amom;
those engaged in the wholesale and retail busi-
ness in ( havenhurst is Mr. 11. K. King. Tlii^
business wa-i established nine years ago by .Mr,
.1. .1. Ilatley, whii-li gentleman was succeeded by
the present proprietor tlii'ee years since. Thi-
gentleman does a very extensive business both at
wholesale and retail, not only furnishing the citi
zens of ( iravenliurst generally, hut furnishiii.
supplies to tourists on the lake and the lumber-
men. H'j fuinislics steady enipli yinent to live
coiiipeteiit assistants, and ii.ses four horses and
wagons in the operations of the busines:- Mr.
King is a native of Kssex County, Kngland, ami
came to (.'anada liftcen years ago, and resided ni
Orillia for some years previous to coming here.
Me thoroughly understands every detail of tlie
business, being a practical butcher with lart;c
ex])erience. Me is a go-ahead, progressive busi-
ness man and a public spirited citizen, and is u
member of the Town Council.

' George Tolen, Druggist and Optician, (Iraveii-
liiirst. The business of the chemist and drng-ist
is one of the most important of all braiicla"
of commercial industi'V- It reiiuires constant
care for its successful prosecution. Among tlio^c

luicl Charles Allen, who
iidoii, KiigliiiKl. iiiul cunu-
mill liave resided near
it time. Tliey are tlior-
;ative business men, ami

\Vaii<>n Maker. — The

tlirouglidut Canada is
iiti'd.and as a rule byex-
(irk i.-j lirst-i-dass in every
se prouuneutly cionnecteil
L'ss in ( ira\ ouiiurst is Mr.
tieiitlenian establislied lii>
lit yuars a.iro, altlioujjli lu'
lusiucss in Wondville tor

burned out and then I'e-
ist's oci/upied by the bu.si-
inuMisions and two .stories
r beiui; u.-ed as a paint
auutaetures all kinds ot
e uses notliiug but the
I the finest of steel and
littcd that eould possibly
iibility and beauty of tln'

general wagon riipaiiiii:.
business was establi.shcd
ly sueeessful, and is meet
St!, which is due to the
lined out and thi^ inodor-
r. liiiL'uall is a native ol
jd in Canada during the
il tliorougli-Hoiiii,', aetivc,.,
L>s3 man, and is highly
f the eomniiinity.

le and Retail IJutehei.
in arUnou leilp'il fart that
(' business ilmustrie^ eon
ire those that sup|ily the
-■ butelur trade takes a
i re.-)ieet, anil from the
.est to the wholesale aii.l
le liusiness, employmeiit
army of men, and the in-
tals. I'romiuent anioiiu
liole.'-ale and retail bu>i-
Mr. 11. K. King. Tlii-
[1 nine years ago by .Mr.
tienian was siieeeeded by
tlirei' years sinee. Tin-
sten.sive business both at
t only furnishing the eiti-
nieriiUy, but furnishiii'^
the lak(! and the lumber-
ady enijili ymeiit to live
lid uses fiiiir horses and
IIS of the busines;-. Mr.
ex Coiintj, Kiigland, and
ears ago, and resided in
previous to eoiuing heir.
iiiiK every detail of tlii'
ieiil butidier with laruc
i-ahead. jirogressive busi-
piiited eitizeu, and i.s u
uiii.'il.

ist and Optician, Oraveii-
till' eliemist and druggist
portant of all braneliu.-
It rcijuires constant
oaeeution. Among tlm^o

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN.

127

prominently identitied with this line of lmsines.s
in Uravenhiirst is Mr. (Jeorge Tolen, who has
been established for the past heven years, and
iluring that time has met with very marked siie-
eess. The premises oeeupied are 40 \ 18 feet in
dimensions, and are neatly lifted up with plate-
glass show eases and ealiinets for the display of
the excellent stock carried, consisting of fresh and
pure drugs and ehemicals, fancy and toilet
articles, perfumes, soaps, sponges, etc., as well as
seeds, pipes, tobaccos and lisliing tai-kle. Mr.
Tolen i.^ also sole agent for celelirated rock cryM d
spectacles and eye-glasses, which arc scientilicaiiy
mamifactured, and are the best in the market for
defective eye-sight, Mr. Tolen is a member of
the Ontario College of Pharmacy, and is a thor-
oughly proticieiit eheniist. Ife makes a specialty
of compounding physicians' prescriptions and
ditlicult formula' with care and promptness. Mr.
Tolen is a native of liarrie, and is an active and
enterprising bu-iuess man, and his hou.se will be
found one of the best in town Mith which to do
business. He also kept a drug store in liarrie for
ten years previous to coming to this town.

The McBurney & Laycock Lumber Co., Manu-
actun-rs of Lumber, Lath. Bill Stuff, etc. Head

Office. Cor. >Liin and Seneca Sts., I'.uffalo, N.Y.
— (i raven liur.st is the centre of an extensive lum-
ber and shingle niamifactory, many extensive and
important houses being engaged in this special
line of industry. Ifolding a conspicuous place
among such houses is that of the McBurney &
Layock Lumber Co, The factory is 40 x .SO
and .SO x (iO feet in dimen.sions, and was built
three years ago on the site of the old Wood-
stock mill, which was burned down, when .'i.OOO,-
000 feet of lumber were destroyed. There are
seven acres of ground attached to the works
for the .storage of lumber, and here fifty
hanils are given steady cniploymciit. 'J'lie mill is
litted up with all the latest and most improved
wood-working machinery, driven by a 70 hor.se-
power engine. This concrn maniifacturea lum-
ber, lath, shingles, bill stiilT, etc. Since the
business was again incepted, three years ago, it
has met with the most flattering sncctss, the
trade now e.xteniling throughout a large section
of territory and constantly increasing. Mr. .1. A.
McBurney, manager, is a native of Canada, and
has resided in this country many years, where he
is well known and highly esteemed by all cla.sses
of the coniniunity. He is a remarkably enter-
prising and progressive busincs.s man, and is a
valuable citizen of Gravenhurst.

THE TOWN OF BRACEBRIDGE.

I.v ls.-,s the (Jovernnient commenced building a road from Wasliago to the interior of Muskoka, a
road from Wasliago to the interior of .Muskoka, a road which, from passing for the fir.st dozen miles
through rocky fastnesses of forbidding aspect, appalled many an intending settler and caused him to
turn his back upon what he hastily cmiccived to be a country of but little more than rock and .swamp.
But fortunately there were others with .stouter hearts and more indomitable courage, who were anxious
to see what was behind the formidable rocky portal and who were not deterred by the desolate
appearance of the country from endeavoring to hew out a homo in the wilderness. .Many of these
inimigrants, from various causes— some coming direct from the city of London, Mnglaiid, and who
woidd have failed to make a living on the best farm in Kngliuid -did not succeed, and .soon left the
Histrict, giving it a character as hard as its L;r.iiiitc roidis. while others have steadily increased in
prosperity from their first settlement in the District. In the fall of IS.')!) the road through the
Ulstricl had been pushed on to South Falls and explored for some few miles northwards, and
here the .south branch of the Mii.skoka river, and the north branch about three miles north, now
within the limits of the Town of Hracebiidge, formed two .serious obstacles to any further
settlement of the Di.strict. It is .said that the first settler north of the south branch of the

.Muskoka moved in before the bridge over the river was built.

w hilst the ipicstion of how

to get the stove across occupied tlie minds of the men, the problem was solved by the wife
of the settler picking up the stove and W(dking over on a single pine log which had been
thrown across.

In lS.-)0 the Coveriiment opened up part of the District for location, and shortly afterwards
.John Beal and David Leitli, recently deceased, located for a lot of land now forming part of the
Town of Bracebridge.

Until the passing of the Free (ir.ant .Set in lS(iS the settlement of the District proceeded but
slowly, but the Government having appointed C. W. Lount, Esq., the present Stipendiary Magis-
trate of the District, resident Crown Land Agent, with an office in Bracebridge, which then
eousi.sted of some half-dozen buildings, gave an impetus to the settlement of the District.

In ISfiO the Townships of Draper, Macaulay. Stephenson, llyde and Oakley were formed into
one united townships municipality, and Mr. Thomas McMurray was elected the lirst Reeve and

128

TOWN OF BRACEBRIDOE

represented tlie townships in the County Council of Victoria, tlie territory represented \>y liini
forming more tlian onetliir<l of tlie whole county.

In 1871 the Towiishins of Macaulay and Steplienson were each set apart lis a separate munici-
pality, Draper, Rydc and Oakley still remaining united,

So fast had Kracebridj,'c grown that in 1874 the County Council of Victoria pa'iscd a Bydaw
separating it from the Townsliip of MacauUiy, of whicli it liad liitlieito formed a part, and erecting
it into an incorporated vilhige.

The lirst Council of the village were : Heeve, Itohurt K. I'eri-y j Councillors, Hiram McDonald,
Josepli Cooper, James Clerihue and .lolin Smitli ; Clerk, .James IJoyer, wlio liad been iderk of the
township since 1871, and wlio lias continued in olHcc until tlic present time and is now Town
Clerk : Assessor, William John Ifil ; 'rieasurer, Alfred Hunt.

Mr. I'erry, tlie Reeve, was tlic same year elected Wanh^n of the County.

During tlie time Mraceliridge was a village it was visited l>y liiird Dull'erin, (;r)Vcnio!-(ieneral of
Canada, and also by the .Marquis of Lansdowne, Governor-Ceneral.

In 1S7() one of the largest, if not the largest tannery in Canada, was started in ISiiicebridgc, which
is now in full operation, the company getting a l)omis of -S'i.OIK) from the village.

During the present year Hracebridge has been ini'(U'poi-atcd as a town, Mr. Samuel .Vrmstrong,
who had been iteeve for some years, being clectcil Mayor and .Mi. W. W. Kinsey, Reeve.

The town is divided into tliree wards ami the Oouncillois elected were : 1st. Ward, John H.
Wells, (ieorge H. l-'uUer ; 'ind Ward, William Gilbert, Alfred Hunt; Jid Ward, Ifcnry S. Bowyer,
Richard .Swain. Mr. .Swain only lield the olfiee three months when he died, and his place has been
supplied by Mr. Thomas CoUinson.

Town Clerk, .lames l!r>yer ; Treasurer, R. .M. I'.rowniiig ; .Assessor, W. (i. Colville ; Constables.
W. .1. Hill, Robert R, .Vrmstrong and William . I. .lohiisoii.

There is also an elhcient Board of Health, composed of Messrs. William Kirk, .lohn C. Davidson
and Charles K. Mawdsley, together with the .Mayor and Reeve ix-ojUdo. Thomas Hawley, Sanitary
Inspector, and Samuel BridgUind, .Medical Health Ollicer.

The judicial olticers of the District residing in Bracebridge are : —
District Judge, William ('. .Maliaffy, Es(i.
County Attorney, .A.. .A. -Vdair, Ks(i.
.Stipendiary Magistrate, ('harles W. Lount, Ksi|.
Sheriff, .1. W. IJettes. Ksip
Clerk of the Crown, I.saae Hubcr, Ks(j.
Crier of the Court, H. .Sniout.
Clerk Division Court, T. M. Bowerman.
Bailiff, W. ,(. Hill.

Justices of the Peace, .lames Boyer, Ks.j., K. M. Browning, Ks.|., Thomas Myers, Ks(i.. P. M.
Shannon, p;si|...I. W. Dill, Ksi|.

Crown Land Agent. .1. W. Dill, lvs,|
Registrar and .Master of Titles, .lohn 11. Lount, Km|.

Two Courts of Assize and Nl-<i /'riiii and two of (Uuieral Sessions and District ('(uiit, have bed.
held in Bracebridge during the pa-t year.

Tlie assessment <if Bracebridge in 1S7.'), including real and personal estate and taxable income, va-
§7i),()7."> and the number of ratepayers l.'i.'i.

The assessment for 188!) is about !«•.'.")(). odd on a very low as.sessnient, with 4il() ratepayers.
It. P. Perry, postmaster. Papers, Fro (Irniil (lOj-lli and .\fi(sbA;i JLnil'l.

W. W. Kinsey, Sewing Machines, Organs, .Ag-
ricultural .Machinery, Lock Box 14, Bracebridge
— In this century we can [loint to numerous
mechanical improvements which have greatly con
tributed to lighten manual labor, but none has
been more far-reaching or bcneticial in its results
than the production and perfection of the sewing-
niacliine. Constant improvements have been
made on this useful arii le, and those living in
northern Ontario can be supplied with the very
best of machines on the instalment plan, or a
liberal discount for cash by applying to Mr. W

a thorough knowledge of all details of this bu.-i
ness, and has a varied assortiKcnt of the products
of the best manufacturers on this continent,
amongst them being the "Domestic" sewiii.'
machine, which for neatness ol design and execu-
tion, light-running ami giMicral excellence, is nn-
where surpassed. Mr. Kinsey also keeps in st0( k
the "Bell," " Karn " and '" Doherty '' organ-,
which are so well and favorably known anioiu'
musicians, and all of these valuable inveiitiona
r'lay be had on the instalment plan as lo\y as >'l
per week, while no iiitcicsL i,s charged. Mr.

W. Kinsey, of Bracebridge. This gentleman has | Kinsey is also agent for Xye's Sewing-machine

ry represented by liiiii

.rt lis a separate imuiici-

ictoria passed a liy-law
luil a part, and evec'tiiig

lors, Hiram McUonaW,
1 luid been olerk of the
linio and is now Town

■in, l.iov(.TMor-(ieneral ot

t'd in liracelii'idge, wliirli

«>-■■

Mr. Samuel Armstrong,

nsey, Koove.

re ; Ist. Ward, Jolin H.

'ard, lienry S. Bowyer,

and liis place lias bein

;. ('(ilviUo ; Constaliles.

Kirk, .lolin C, Davidson
liomas Hawley, Sanitary

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN.

V2'.)

Iionias Myers, Kscj., P. M.

District Court, have heii.

I! and taxable income, va-

til -too ratepayers.
•a/'l.

of all details of this bu.-i-
issortment of the products
urers on this continciit,
the " Domestic " sewiii;'
tni'ss ot design and execu-

L'cncral excellence, is no-
KiiLsey also keeps in stoi k

and " Doherty " organ-,
. favoralily known amoiiLi
these valuable inventions
alment plan as low as >l
nteiesL is charged. M;.
'or Xye's Sewing-machine

Oil, which will not gum, and one drop (if which
will last longer than a bottle of cheap, gummy oil.
Mr. Kiiisey is also sole agent for Miiskoka for the
Massey .Manufacturing Com|iany, of 'I'oronto, the
celebrated products of which couipany are sold on
terms to suit all, and give universal 'satisfaction
He is also Reeve for the present year, and has
been Councilman for a number of years previous.

Bracebridge Woolen Mills, v\ ||„i,,s,de and
Hetail, Heiny ,1. Bird. Proprietor. -|.'rom the
earliest days tlie manufacture of wool into
articles of clothing has ever constituted one
of tlie most important factors in tlic con.stitution
of our commercial fabric, and in noting the indus-
tries of P.racebridge, due nicntii,n must lie made
of the liracebridge Woolen .Mills. <,f which Mr.
Henry ,1. UinI is proprietor, 'riiese mills have
been established for the hist eightet-ii years,
and their reputation is widcspicad for tin'
dnraliility of the cloths, tweeds, llaiiiicls, aia
yarns heie pro.liiced. Tliu mill is ciuippcc,
with the best of Knglish machineiy. opeiatcd bv
a -lOhornepower wheel, while some fourt-eii
hands are em])loyed. I'hc bu>iuess is both wliole-
salt! and retail, and a specialty is made of toui'i.sts'
anil linnters' blankets. Farmers can always
obtain the best prices for wool, or can get in
exchange niamifactured good;-. S|ieiial atten-
tion is given totustoni manufacturing, and parties
at a distance can send for patterns and priies to
select goods in exchange for wool .sent on liy rail
or steamboat. Mr. Bird isa native of lOnglanii. and
is an energetic and enterprising man of business.
.Mr, liird lias a very line residence beautifully sit-
uated on a slope overloiddng the tmvn and river,
and he alsuownsa niiniberof the best ornamental
lots for resident Durposes.

C. W. Tillson, .Sole Leatlier .Mannfactiircr.
Lock Box 'Xi, Bracebridge. - The mannfartiire of
leather has ever proved one of our most important
factors ill conmierce, and from Siiiiim nf .lopiia
down to the present day we have foiiud many of
our leading business men engaged in this pursuit.
One of the most prominent maniifaetiiring indus-
tries of .Northern Ontario is that of .Mr. ('. W.
Tillson. of this town, who is engaged largely in
tlie leather business. The inception of thi.--' enter-
prise dates back to some twelve years ago. but in
INS2 it passed into the possessi'ni; of its present
proprietor, who has since materially ilevcloped its
resoni CCS and extended the tradi; I'jiiplnyineiit is
u'iveii t" between M) and .""id haiiils, ami the mills
are furnished with the must iniproved modern
machinery, (hily S|)aiiish sole leather is mamifac-
tiired. but the products nf this house can well coin
pare with those of any contemporary. Tlie mills
and yards cover some two acres of uroiind. the
capacity being 1,(100 «ides a week. Mr, Tillxm
ranks as one of the most prominent men of busi-
ness in this district, and his trade is a \\ idcly
extended one. They own steamboats and three
scows in the business for hauling bark, etc , etc,
Mr. James \\ liitten is the manager since Iss:!.

Bracebridge Planing M ill,. lames 'ooiicr. Prop.

—The lumber interests of this thriviuu tow n con-
stitute an important factor in the maniifaeturing
industries of this listrict. and one of the re|)rc-
-■entative b'lisiiies.'i hou^e.--: i--; tliat kn.-.wii as the
Hracebridge Planing Mills, of which .Mr. .loseph
Cooper is proprietor. 'Ihese mills areeipiipped with

the most improved modern machinery, every con-
venience being enjoyed for the prompt fnltilment
of all work, only skilled and experienced hands
being employed. 'J'iie products of this establish-
ment consist of doors, sash, blinds, mouldings,
scroll work, frames, etc. all of which are execnteil
in the neatest possible manner. All kindsof planing
and woodwork is done ; estimates for c(Uitracts
are given, and builders will find they can get the
best of supplies at reasimable rates, .Mr. Cooper
also takes contracts for building, etc, Mr.
Cooper has had a varied experience in the lumber
business, and in all his transactions he will be
found thoroughly prompt and reliable.

H. S. Bowyer,

Saddler, Collar
a n d H a r n e » s
Maker. Northern
lliiriuss Iicpot,
I! ox !), Brace-
bridge -- Of the
nun;eroiis lists to
w h i ch leather
may 1 e put, jind;-
ably none is of
more impoitarcu
than that eon-
neeted with the necessary eipiipments of the
horse A well known and 'old-established house
is that of .Mr. H. S. IJowyer, proprietor of the
Nortliern llarnos Depot, which was founded in
1.S74. and ha- siiiie steadily grown in iiopular
favor. .Mr. Bowyer has a well appointed store,
liUed with a lirst-class stock i.f all that variety of
goods Usually comprelnndcd iiiiiier the head of
harness and lioise goods generally, embiacini; all
kinds of harness, saddles, bridles' and hor.-e fur-
nishing goods, whips, blankets, bells, bi'ushes,
combs and all stable rc(|iiisit(.s Fine custom
work is executed to order with proiii|itiiess and in
the highest style of the trade, while all orders for
i-epairing receive that careful and expeditious
attenti(ni which its importance demards. Several
skilled and experienced hands are employed, the
vciy best leather and other materials aie used,
and the goods produced by this establishinent
will bear most favorable c.-nipari-ou w ith any in
the loarkct of whatever make, .\ s] eci.iltv i^
made of light haiuess, and in ISM, and siil..-c-
ipient years, Mr. Bowyer took first |iii/e at the
County Slinw, wliile his pr-ces arc most reason-
alile .Mr, Bowyer is a thorough .judge of a horse,
and gives his custcMiiers the benclit of his advice,
free of charge, in all matters relating to the dis-
eases lit horses, Mr. linwyer is one of tl^e first
Town Ciiiiiicillors ami chairman of the Fire Cniii-
mittee ; he is also District Deputy of the Sons of
F^ngland.

Geo. W. H. Browne, I 'ndertakcr and Funeral
Director. — One of the most neces.sary of the occu-
pations to which men de\ ote themselves for their
own interest and that of their fellows, is that of
the undertaker. With it is naturally connccteil
the duties of director of funeral ceremonies, anil
they arc not merely of a mechanical nature. The
undertaker may be a good tradesman and yet be
devoid of the tact which should be pos.sessed by
tiie ntali who is compcHcii to h.'ive business deal
ings with a family at a moment when it is plunged
in grief. The success attained by .Mr. (ieo. W. H.

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TOWN OF BRACERRIDOE

m
If

II:

IJiowiie since he entered business in Brftcebridge
almut twelve months ago, has sliown tliat in liim I
an- iMinihincd all tlie neuesHiiry iiiialities. No
d()id)t liis long experieiiue as an undertaker and i
funeral director has had a good <leal to do with
his aciiuireuient of these merits, for he lias liven
engaged in tlie dual occupation for the past six- •
teen years lie is a native of lioston, the "city
of culture," but a residence of live years in this ;
eountiv has made him a good Canadian. In his
comnidilious piemises he has every facdity for ■
doing lirst-class work, and everything he under-
takes he docs in a thorough manner. The build-
ings, which include his workshop, otlice, etc ,
cover a piece of ground .")0 feet by KK) feet. He
euiploys two men steadily tn execute the rougher
work 'in his business, while he attends to the
upholstering and tinishing. All work, however,
is done under his per.sonal supervi9i(m, and he is
credited with being exceptionally anxious to leave
no room for fault-linding. Recognising the fact
that cond.ination is as likely to injure as to pro-
tect, he does not belong to tliel'ndertakers' Asso-
ciation lie is, therefore, free to name his own
prices, and that be does so with due regard to
ju.stice ia a fact made evident by the prosperous
state of his aifairs. His establishment is open
day and night.

T. Robinson, fashionable Boot and Shoe
Maker, Hraceliridge -Of tlie numerous uses to
which leather can be put, the most important is
necessarily that connected with the iiiaiiutacture
of boots and shoes, and the patron sunt of shoe-
makers- St. Crispin- and his brother ( 'iispinian,

were amongst
the earliest
Christian evan-
gelists. The
heading estab-
lish 111 ei't in
Hraceiiriilge
engaged in this
necessary line
of business is
*hat of .Mr. T.
K.iliinson, who
has had a long
experience in
the trade, and thoroughly understands tlie wants of
the publi •. In bis well appointed store— k'. own
by the " Sign of the Kcd Hoot " - he has always a
lai'ge and varied assortment of ladies' and gents
lioots. shoes and slipl)ers, the products of the best
known nuuiiifacturers. and which, tor neatness of
desiL'ii, superior wovkiuanship, durability and
general excellence are tlie ei|iial of any . .Special
attention is paid to ciistoiu wiu'k and repairing i j
all orders receive proinjit attention ; none but i
skilled hands are employed, and only the best <if
materials used— all work being guaranteed.

broker. This gentleman has had a long and
varied experience in financial matters, on which
subject he may be consulted with all c(mtidence.
He docs a general banking and brokerage busi-
ness, and in all tiansactions he will be fimml
th .roughly prompt and reliable Notes are dis-
counted and collections made at reasonable rates.
Drafts are issued to all points in (Janada and the
I'nited States ; the bank has also a savings de-
partiueiit. and interest is allowed on deposits.
Mr. Hunt is esteemed by all who know him, and
holds the responsible p('isition of agent for the
North British Canadian Investment Company.

Hillman & Co., Hardware Merchants, Tin
smiths. Contractors, etc , I'.iaci'bridge— There is
possibly no line of liiisiness in which, under a
general heading, more articles of general necessity
are comiiriscd than that of hardware, and thus, in
dealing with tin' commercial interests of Brace-
bridi'c7diie mention luiist be made of the estab-
lishment of Messrs. Hillman & < (...the well-known
hardware mercliants. 'J'his business was founded
some six years ago by .Messr.s. Simmons it Mill-
man, but in March of the present year the .senior

Alfred Hunt, Banker and Broker, Bracebridge.
— No linancial institution has more importance on
the devclopiiicnt of mercantile and c(immereiiil
pursuits tliaii banks, whether operated by consoli-
dated corporations or by private individuals
Bankers act as arbiters between debtors and
creditors, and may be regarded as the very liack-
lir.iie of our mercantile fabric. I'rmninently iden-
titled with the business interests ot Bracebridge
is Mr. Alfred Hunt, the well-known banker and

partner retired, and the present organization was
assumed. A large and well-selected stock ol
.'encral heavv and shelf haidwave is carrieil, iii-
riudiug a vai'ied stock of lunischold ware, garden
tools, harvest tools, mechanics' tools, oils, paints,
and the usual aceessm'ies of a really lirst-class
store. All kinds of tinware are manufactured on
the premises, and in this line of business Messrs.
• Hillman A Co. cannot be surpassed in Canada,
either fur the excellence of their work or the
reasonable rates charged. He also carries on
steamtittiiiL;, plumbing, etc., and gun .shop "' con
neelioii. i'oi the pa.sl cigiit ) ears he has held tli-
position of Chief and Captain of the Fire Brigade.

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN.

131

bnH linil a long and
cial matters, on wliicli
1 with al! contiilcncf.
iL! anil brokt'iagi' Uusi-
.lis he rvill he fouml
hiililo Nott'H are (tis-
(le at reiiHoiiahle rates,
ints ill (jan.iil.i and the
WIS altid a savings de-
alhiwed i)n deposits,
dl who know liini, and
tion of agent 'or the
vestment L'oinpany.

ware Merehants, Tin
liraci'hridge.— There is
■ss in whieli, under a
'li'sof general neitessity
liardware, and thus, in
•ial interest.s of Hraee-
; lie made "f the cstal)-
n & < o. , the well-known
s huainess was founded
cssr.s. Simmons & Hill-
ircseut year tlie senior

present organization was

well-seloeted stoek of

hardwari; is carried, in-

hou>eh()lil ware, garden

lanies' tools, oils, paints,

es of a really lirst-elass

are are nuvnufaetured on

lin<i of liusiness Messi's.

be surpassed in Canada.

;e of their work or the

d. He also carries on

lite., and gun sho|) in con-

ight J ears he !i:ia held til--

ptain of the Fire Iiriga<le.

J. W. Dill, "The Red I'lag." (leneral Mer-
ehant. — One of the most gratifying facts in eon-
neotion with eonnnercial enterprise, es|)ecially in
eountry distrii^ts, is to know that under one roof
the great majority of the actual neceH,sarii'S of life
may he ohtaincd. The oldest continuous house in
Itracehriilge is that of .Mr. .1. W. l>ill, general
merchant, who h.-is lieen estahlished here foi' the
last twenty years, ami who does a large husiness
in dry-goods, ready-made clothing, hoots ami
slioes. grocerie-i, etc. The husiness was fornr'rh'
under tlie adndnistration of .Messrs. Dill iS; Kirk,
two stores heing occuiiied, one at liracehriihje.
the other at Magnetawiiu, hut in .lune of ISSli
this jiaiti'.ership was dissolved. A general as.sort-
ment is carrieil of staple and fanuy dry-goods of
foreign ,ind domestic manufacture, including all
standar.i dress fahrics, lini'us for houseJKdd use
and wear, trinnnings, gloves, hosiery, etc ; also
hats and caps in all styles, ready-ni.i'dc clothing,
boots and shoes. A choice a.-sortmcnt of gro
eei'ies is always <ui hand, enduacing general pi'o-
visions, breakfast I'ereais, hermetically sealed
goods in tin and glass, table delicacies* and the
u^'ual groeeis' sundries, special attention being
paid to teas ami eoll'ees, the choicest products of
('hina, ,lapan and As.sam laing carried in teas,
with the most fragrant eoU'ecs of .tava, .Mocha and

.South .\merica. There is possibly no i better

known in the Mnskoka . gion than .Mr. Dill, who
has long represented that divti'ict in the l'ro\ in-

cial Legislature. He is also Crown Lands agent.
Tonrists supplied.

Warner & Co., Sash

and Dooi' Factory, Brace-
bridge ( )ne of the most
important branch<'s of the
building traile is that con-
nected with the numu-
faeture of sash an<l doors,
mouldings, etc. In this
line lhai'ebri<lge is well
re presented, a lea d i n g
lirm being that of .Messrs,
Warner & Co.. whose
products liav<^ a well-established lepntation
throughout this district. They have thmonghly
well ei(tiiiipe(l ))remi,ses, with all the most recent
improvements in inodern machini^ry ; they employ
only liist-cla-is hands, use only the best seasoned
of wooils. and guarantee all work turned out by
them. There is a spacimis w orksliop ,'!(I.\!M( feet in
dimensions, also a blncksndth s shop •JOxlt) feet
in diunnsioiis, while em|)loyment is given to an
average of tcMi hands. Tlie products of this
establislnneut consist of sash, doors, blinds, etc,
whi'h are llnished in the best possible manner.
.Mr. Warner, the head rii this house, has had a
varied experience in this business ; his prices are
mo-it reasonable, a spet-ialty heing ncade of
building an<l architectural work.

Tiui \'ill.\(;h of iiuntsvillh.

ually growing in pfipular

• Ink nf the pleasant spot- of the Mn-^koka District, aul i whi.-li is

favor, i- the iiajipily situated villa:;" of Ihiut.^xillc

It is most lULturispiely lor.itcd on the .MirsUok.i Uiver, which Hows by here into .Mary Lake, one of
the gems of .Muskoka, and to which a steamer makes daily trips as far as I'ort Sidney. Ilnntsville is
in Chatlcy Township, and is .-i station of the Xortheru ,ind .North-Western Mailway : it is tlurty-six
miles north of ( Iravenhurst and twenty tour nulcs nortli ot I5racel)ridge, wliich is tlie nearest banking
town.

The village was settled in isji), and has since steadily piogre,s.seil in prosperity and populition,
tliere being now some l,-.'(l(t iuhahitants, it is a thriving hu-iness centre, and has Hour, saw ami
wiioUeii mills, whil.' a eousidcrabh- ipiiintity of cheese and hnnbcr is ship|i(d.

Within reach of llnntsviU,. ar,- some of the most picturcsi|uc spots in the northern district ; stages
run twice a week to Dwight. Crassmcre, Hoodstown and Kivens.lid'c, and ilaily t(; Cyprus, Kmsdale
and Murks' Falls. The last named is especially worthy of a visit. There is excellent Imatingtobe had
liere, as well as capital li.ihing in.l shooting. There are I 'rcsliytcrian, Methodist and Kpiscopal churches,
as well as a public school, .\ weekly newspaper, tin; Fon <lir, is piddished here.

Dr. Howland, MD.CM., M.R.CP. &. S.O.,

Ilnntsville, The profession of medicine is (jne in
which to succei'd a man rei|uii'i-s to jiossess the
faculty of reasoning more than in any other kiml
ot work Till! jihysician frequently has to diai.'no,se
the condition of a patient liy some outside si;;n A
doctor can only tell you have a slight hilliousattack
or a fever by the tongue, eye .iiiil pulse; from these
observations he has to deduct the con.lition of the
internal organisms, or even in some eases the
niieroscopic and even protoplasinie condition of
tile blood and tissues. Dr. Howlaiul. who settled
ill Huntsville during I ST.*), is a man who possesses

this fai'idty of discerning the cause of the ailment
in a remarkable degree, and what is sometimes
more dillicnlt he knows what remedies to pre-
scribe for the cure or relief ol that ailment. Dur-
ing his cuiriculum as a student he took degrees in
medicine and surgery and tlio diploma of the
Koyal College of I'hysieians, as well as becoming
a gr.iduate of .Mcldll L'iii\eisity. Hut diplomas
do not mean inneli to a man of Dr. Ifowland's
age. It is the experience of some years of prac-
tice which ijives him his real knowle<li.'e of medi-
cine. In puldie life Dr. Howland has always
been in the front, taking a deep interest in the

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132

VILLA<iK <»F mXTHVlLLE

'"I 'i
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welfare of MunUoka. Some little time ago the
people of HitntHville teinleied liiiii tlieir aekm)\\ 1-
eilgineiit of their appreciation liy eleetiiig hini
Keeve. And in former vears he wii- eleeteil and
re-eleete.l an Keeve for ( "halfey. The l.octor in a
large holder of village and farming propertien in
tlie distriet, and lius iinhounded faith in niat-rial
prospeets of the village and distrieta. .le is Sur-
geon to the Vt. T. K. territory, extending from
Draeebridgu to Sundri<lge. .

The Huntsville Drug Store. -I'. A Wattson,

Drui'gi.st, tlie (ddestin the tovui, is well situated,
heing in the font (Hhee Bloek. overhxiking the
MubUoka River. Some live years ago ^J'- *'• A
Wattson pureliased this business from .\. .I.I'lsher.
sinee whieli time he has done
extremely well. Mr. Wattson
iaa graduate of the (tntario Col-
legeof I'hariuaey, anddraduatc;
of thf Stat(! of C'oloradi) I'.oard
of I'harmauy, )>eing a eredit to
hotii institutions hy thi^ aeeur-
aey, neatness and dispatch with
wliiuh he prepares either a
lengthy physician's prescrip-
tion or an ordinary every-ilay family recipe.
As to the stock wli'ieh Mr. Wattson carries, it
not only consists of the usu.il paraiilieriialia
of a chemist's sliop, tnit includes an extensive
line of hooks, stationery, and all school sup-
lilies. Ife does not pi'etend to keep an enor-
mous stock of hooks, and indeed lu- docs n(>t need
to do so, for he has such excellent facilities for
ohtaining any work diri'ct from thi^ pulilisliers on
slu>rt notice'. .\ny one I'eipiiring ncwsiiiipers,
magazines or perio.'licals, will do well to give tlu^
Huntsville l'harm;uy a call, as Mr. Wattson is
s\d)scriiitioii agent to almost all the Caiiadia.i,
United States and i'higlish journals. 'I'he drugs,
patent medicines and cluMnicals wliich thi phar-
macy handles are so readily tui-ned over that the
puliih: can always rely on their freshness

Huntsville & Lake of Bays Navigation Route,

A. Denton, Proprietor There is perhaps noil, iiig
after a good railway which cjperates so cjuicUly in
opening up new inihistrii's and hring new settlers
to a district as a good line of navigation. In the
year lS(i7, lientmi, Sndley .V Co. seeing the
necessity of a steamboat line in the lakes, and
appreciating the value of the speculation, had the

s*! ■ ii

Xoi-llii-rii built at Port Sydney to run from that
place to Huntsville and Hoodstown. Business
increased rapidly as the district became more
densely populated, until in a few years Captain
Denton bought out his partners, and in ISS4
built the rUirairi, since which time botli boats
have been kept steailily at work. In opening up
IVjljii-ula !.aki- ivnk a new route w.'is made and
a boat now goes daily to the Portage, making con-
nection with the trains and steamers on 'I'rading

Lake. The lioatH leave Huntsville at (i:i"> a.m.,
and .•J:40 p.m. Returning they leave the Portage
at H:;t(> a in. and .");(>() p.m., eoiniecting with < 'ap-
tain Marsh s steaniin-.s on I-ake of Buys t 1 with
all daily trains This line of boats is a great
boon to tourists, as well as those living in .Mus-
koka, and the scenery passed through is in places
very iiicturesi|ue. -As to Captain .Marsh, he is
considered a trustworthy maiiner, and he always
has a good word for every oiu', doing all he can
for the comfort of passengers and for the safety of
freight.

Dominion Hotel, P. Conway,— Among the

many attractions the town of Huntsvith' possesses
none is of greater importance to the traveller or
tourist than a cond'ortal)le hotel. The Dominion
llotid, Huntsville, was established some eight
years ago hy Mr. .1. W . .lacobs. Last year he
was succeeded by Mr P. Conway, the pre-cnt
proprietor. The hotel itself is certainly connno-
dious, containing upwards of ItO bedrooms, all
well furnished and scrupulously clean. On the
ground lioor are t*u large sample rooms for the
convenience of travellers ; the bar, hall and
sitting-rooms, together with a handsonie dining-
room, with lirst-class tableware and cutlery,
capable of seating .')() people. At the rear of the
hotel is an excellent barn where farmers and
otliers can leavi^ their horses while attending
liusiness in the town, well sheltei'ed from cold
and ilamp Since Mr. Conway has had tlw
nianagenient of the hotel he has inoreascil the
patronage very cousi.lerably, bringing with him
new ideas, anil a (acuity for making his guests
feel at home in his house Tiu' liipuus he sells in
the bar."ve all of the hrst 'luality, and the re|iuta-
tion of the house has a base on which to stand
which it would take cpiite .i lot to underudne. .Vs
to the table, all the seasonable ilelicacies are
daintily preiiared, and the general rni^hn is ex
ccllcnt.

Huntsville HospitaL J. W. Hart, .M.D.C.M.,
Medieal Superintendent. — This hospital was
lounded during the year ISCii; to meet a hmg felt
want in the neiuddmrhond of the hmdier camps
and saw mills of' .Muskoka. The plan upon which
the institution is liased is sin.ilar to an insurance
comiiany ; anyone can lieeonu! entitled to its care
and she'lter during illness by an annual subscrip-
ti(ui of the small sum of live <lidlars, but the
iinthcn-itics arc willing at any time to olf'er the
sanu' comforts to non-suhscrihurs, charging a.
nonunal sum sntlici<'nt to pay for the necessary
outlay. The situation of the hospital and grounds
is eminently healthy and reposeful, being located
within a co'nvimient distance of the centre of the
town, and yet remote enough to be out of the
busy hum. A few words as to the interior. On
the' ground floor are the medical olliccs. the
pati(Uits' parlors and dining room, tog(^thcr witli
the kitchens and rooms for the reaiileutial stall'.
The second tlooi- is similar in construction to a.
hospital ward, having every modern convenience.
On this lloor also are nuinercuis rooms for special
cases and ecmvalescents. Hot and cold baths are
always ready at a moment's notice, and in fact
everything is .so well arranged that the severest
,ji-!tii^ e.m say nothing against the economy of the
surroundings. As to the medical aid, tins is
under the control of the resident surgeon and

ntHville at 6:i5 a.m.,
icy leave tlii' I'ortiigo
joimec'tiiiK' witli » 'ii))-
kv of IJays e 1 with
of IxHitH is a jjvuiit
tliosti living' ill Mmm-
1 tliioiigli is ill pliues
'aptaiii Marsli, lie is
irim;r, and lie always
one, doing all lie can
4 and for tlie safety of

onway.— Among the
f MiintHville iM>Hses>es
:e to the traveller 01'
lotcl. The llominion
liihlished some eight
liieohs. Last year lie
Conway, the jiie>ent
f is eertaiiily eoninio-

of .'to liedroonis. all
oiisly elean. On tlu'
sample rooms for the
; tin: l>ar, hall and
I a handsome dining-
ileware and eiitlery,
J. At the rear of the

where farmers and
rses while attending
1 sheltered from cold
luway has had the
lie has iiioreased the
y, liringing with him
or making his guests
'I'lie lii|ilor.s he sells in
lality, and the reimta-
ise on whieh to stand

lot to undermine. As
onahle delioaeies are

yeiieral citi<ini is ex

\V. Hart, M.li.C.M.,
- This hospital wa.s
iCili to meet a long felt

of the lumlier eamp^

The plan upon which
imilar to an insurance
■me entitled to its eare
ly an aiiiuuil siihscrip-

Vive iloUars, hut the
any time to offer the
iseVihers, charging a
pay for the necessary
e hospital and grounds
I'liosefnl, lieiiig located
ce of the centre of the
lUgh to be out of tlu'
;is to the interior. (Jii
medical oliicc^, the
g room, together with
r the residential stall',
r in construction to a
y modern convenience,
eroiis rooms for special
Hot and cold haths are
it's notice, and in fact
,nged that the .severest
nst the economy of the
• medical aid, this is

resident surgeon and

HEI'UESENTATl VK HISINESS MEN

lau

proprietor, Dr. .1. \V. Hart, M.t).(".M., Trinity

I niversity (Meiiihei' of the College of i ' ysieianH
and Surgeons, Ontario, etc. I, a ii.an' ahove
reproach and skilled in his profession. The
nurses he employs are thoroughly traim^d and
kind hearted, and the unanimity displayed among
the whole stair tends in every way towards ensur-
ing comfort and repose for the sick or weary

H.S.May, Hardware Merchant.- One <if the
most successful men in the village of lliintsvillc
to-day is .Mr. II S. M„y. hunUare merchant.
He Clime to .Muskoka, like niimy another young
man, some twenty years ago, and hy iliiit of 'perse-
veruico 'lard work and iH-oiiomy, has risen him-
self u'l 1 an enviable position o'f allliience in the
neigli'.,o.nood. For many years he resided in
Hraceeridgc, being one of its most popular voiing
men, hut during the hitter portion of liis li'fe has
been resident in Hnntsville, where ' 's the
pioneer hardware <lealer. .Mr. .May has natiirallv
a very large stick, consisting of shelf and heavy
hardw.'.rp, stoves, tinwar(^ cutlery, paints, oils,
hou.-.e-1'urnishings, etc , besides einployiii;; mei'i
capable of doing all kinds of tin, c'oppi.r'and sheet
ironwork. He contracts for the eave-troughiiig
and furnace work of all the large houses and
bi.ildings, and his work is kii.iwn to stand the
tests of usage. His line of sporting ^oods is lar.'e
enough to suit the desires of the most ainliitloirs,
01 those whose means are limited, ei|ually well!
Hnntsville people always buy their fiiriiitu'rc and
bedding from Mr. .May, knowing they will get
\alu'j for their n- .ney. In fact, to 'relate the
variety of goods vhich Mr. May sells would
occupy more si)ace than could possibly be devoted
to a notice of this kind .Mr. .Nfay in private life
is looked upon as a friend to the neei'
"halc-fellow-wellinet " gentleman h
panions.

ly anil a
iiy his com.

Lakeview Summer Hotel, Captain Henderson:

I'.O. Hnntsville.— .•\inong the iiiiuiy attraction.s
tor the tourist there is none of so iiiucli import
anceas a really comfortable and sccUnled ^nlllme|■
hotel. Near Hnntsville. on the I'ortage. iit the
head fif t'eninsular Lake, has been erected a
charming house of this kind, under tlu' inana<.'e-
ir.ent of t'a)>tain Hender.son, who also is the pro-
prietor. The ajiproach to this hotel is easy and

e.vceptionally pietiire.sipie. The tourist on arriv-
ing ut Hnntsville cm the Northern railway, can
take the steamer, connecting with the trains,
which runs twice daily (c.xcejit MondiiyH), and
also carries the mails direct to the hotid Arrived
there he will lind himself made perfectly at home
by Captain lleiiderson, and free of all restrictions.
As to the house itself, it is delightfully situated
in a grove of silver birch, maple, ash and ever
greens. The sandy beach, sheltered from the
siin's hottest rays, over a mile in length, allords
an excellent bathing ground, there being a com-
modious hiitliing house erecteil at a suitable ami
.sate spot, There is good boating and lishing, as
well as all kinds of outdoc.- games and amuse
ment> ; in fact, everything is arrang<Ml for ro])o.se,
comfort and ebjoynient. As to the household
ariangements- " praise to whom praise is ilue" -
they are excellent. Tlu' table at once displays
an accurate knowledge of riiisiih , i-oinbined with
.seasonable luxurii^s, while the rooms exhibit that
cleanliness only attained by the snpervishdi of the
assiduous housewife.

Toronto & NIplssing Hotel, Iluntsville.

llionias.\ Ihrtch. I'lopi ietor. One of the best
and most comfortable hotels in Hnntsville is the
Toronto it Xipissing, which was built some years
ago by Mr. Thomas Itirtcli, .sen., and three years
ago was bought by his .son. Mr. Thomas .A. IMrtch,
who has made great improvement, and this hmise
.should rate as one of the best in the Muskoka
histrict for commercial men, tourists, sportsmen
and other.s. Mr. liirtch i> a native of Canada: he
is a thoroughgoing, ac.'tive and enterprising busi-
ness man, and a gentleman ; for a host of a hotel
being generous in disposition, kind hearted and
courteous, ami appears to be the riglit man in the
right place. The bedrooms are liglitaomc, widl-
furnislieil and comfortable, and the table is all
that could be dcsiied: ami the cidsim is excellent
and not suriiassL-d by that of any other hotel in
th.> vUlage There is a neatly fitted up sample-
room, \\hcrc the best brands of wines and liipiors,
ales, etc., ami imiiorted and domestic cigars may
lie had. Tliere is al.so a line driving shed, and a
lir.st-class livery is kept for the c(Mivenienc<' of
visitors. .Spi.iting men can get guides and all
information as to the best grounds for fishing,
shooting, etc.

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134

MISKOKA LAKK DISTRICT

MUSKOKA LAKE DISTRICT.

T.,K„K i« pn,l,al.ly .m ..wt ,.f Ca.m.la wl.ioh »ITur» ho nnuO. natural uttra.tmn f. tho touriHt ,p -I-.k

T.IKKY«pn.U).y I |,i,triut. au.l wl.i.h oukI.I t.. )..• known l.y all who a.u

': n'TinS: . " n^. ■ -"t..y, ana l.y all win. wisl. U. nvnient ,1a.. f- .J.n, an

'-r "^;; t:s~ "■^- - -"^'^^ ^ --^^^ -''^-^"^ ^"^r

s;;:;:"'^;;^;;;^!:;;::! ... u:...,,,!,. wa.... .o. .. t.. ..m. ....... ,.,... t

'""'T'"'H,!!'MnsUoka l.iviHion ,..-o,h... a,,. incln.l.Ml the Ulan.l .lott...l laU...s Mu>J.oka. K..«H..an an.l
I„ tin M.iHkoUa V 1 (i,avc...hu..Ht. Th...s« lakes rxt-nd a .l.>tan.e

J..s.,.h, pmnts '^•"•;;^^: ^;.^^^^i ' , ; I, ,l:,.., ro..n.i,.. a ..ant ..f son.c two hun,lrc,l ...il-s, Th..o
„f tifty -"■'-"' '\ •' 7 „;;,;:,,,ti,,,,, ,,,,.„„ ..nrivallcl facilith.s for l.oatinK an.l can.,n.g.

lakes, as may he ju.IkcI 1 .... then "' ^^^ ' ' ^^,,,i^„ „,, ,,„,, ,„„, pi„ke,.el. with n..iHki-

The prlnciW ..n.tn. ;; , ':;^;;;;^;- .^ .^ :;.;: .r;,.,,. ,.,.e .: is. L. Ca-lin.. Win,,...

■'''■'''' r1^:: '^I^ ^nll.^ l'...tSa,nUi..l.l, IU..lw..o,l, Man.ill. M.^-an's, an,l I'o.t Co,.k.
;:;;::; Sul :.;:^1 ;;:'r «t ,lesi.al.le ..en. latl. y ..^ ha. at M.. .atos.

o,;U..a;,.u.st..con,,.,.i..al .......;-hk.. ln.t.^s.m

the Mn^koka lakes, s tl... Ht.. H.mse. It a
built two y..a,.s ago -y th.. P'''l''''' '''\ .i '. ' ,
newly oiiene.l for visitors last season. he hot I
has.?ve.y i...posi..y a,nK.a..a.,ee ti'.m the lake,
being eroetcli'n the .niast ot a '."■'^'; ''"' *?" ?, i
with a eo.ninanaing view ol I-ake Kossea.. I
tl,e eountless islands tl.er..nn. 1 he house c. n-
t ins thirtythvee ........s, thirty-o.n> he-kooi. s

b:"::ti^Illya..a..ewly f...-..isl.M, as,l.,M...s.^
tiuL'-ooiH, with llay.ns li.os. New N o. k
P ano. lor*he a>.n.sen.ent of the guests ; a spa-

ins\liuing..nnn,, u,..l f "»'"| '•'r""'~
„eeessa.y for the e.nterta.nn.ent ■;'•''«;
There is an extensive pia/./.a on earl. II, t, tion
whieh visitors n.av view the s.enery In .-"t
oVthe house, app.'oaehea by a l,ea..t.tul walk .s
"ume sanav l...a'h, which evte.uls down ...to the
b,k to o«..tw..huna,eaya..ls,sate,nallpa..s

or laaies- a,.a ehihl.en's hath.ng. A. la.'ge ..ew
,oa .h....se is ...ectea o.. the g.ounas. "' ;v"^'l' -

tine s..U.c.tion of sail a-.a row boats ar.- '^^^t. " '
may be taken l-y visitors at most ....asonabl.

rates, a..a a s.uall slean.er ea,. a so be eba>. erea

•he ..-inbea. Ulaek ba^s, p cke,.el ana saln.o"

nut al .una in la.-ge ,,nant,tu.s '^'"'.'"^'y ,

■Wht from the wharf or by hoat, t,..u,. the

......us ishu.asana points in the nu.nea.ate

"gb '^'"""1 The table ..f this hot..!. ssupphea

with the very liuest of adn.ae.es ot the seaso.,,

,a ean..ot be exeellea. The ti..e ga,-,!.... pro^

lu'es aU the vegetables that ean he wish... a-.a
tl m Ik pn.au?ea on the farn. ,s .nl M,nn„.

:::;ra.rS:tivfhri..lhi.^.heisab,yassistea

^f'^7:':!rthrr'=:g^^;^it^n'in'tuo

Se ...le..! ana by their pab.stak.ng ai.a atten-
aJ"t; the wants' of their guests, a>e n.ak.ng
many friends. The beautiful grove and ga.cen.,
have^.un erous pleasant ana shaay walks a..a
can be enjoyea with pleasure at any hour of the

.lay. CaniporH and others ean rely up..n getting
a snpplv of fresh meat, ...ilk an.l v.'getables at
rea.sona'bl.. |.ri(.es. .... iippliratiou, and the best ot
spriii' water. .\ .Methodist rlinieh Is on the
liropiTty, in whieh servlee is held twu.e each
Sabbath.

J. R. Bo'"!, tielieral Merehaut, Wiuaeruune,
Lake Rosseau. - The business eonduetea by the
above-inentioniHl gentleman was established by
him liv(. years a^o. Having i.reviously earned ou
the sawmill business in SViudermer.. tor somi.
yeai.s, but seeing a bright p.-oslieet before Inm m
the largi.ly i.iereasiug traile brought tbrrtugh th.'
large iuliux of visitors and tourists to tins ipic-u
of .summer lesoits. also the splendid loeal tra.le
in lumberim.' and farming industries, he eon-
(.luclea to enter into the general stoi'e business.
Tiie premis(.s owned ami oeeupieil by him are
built on half an aeie of land, ami inelmle a eom-
nioi lions store ami large storehouse, with .Iwell-
ing and other ainmiteiianees thereto for ( arrying
on"a large ami suecu'ssful business, ami where a
large and judieiouslyselecteil stock of di.y gooils.
j^r.K.eries, provisions, canned gooils, boots and
shoes, (.rockt.rv. bardwai-e, paints, oils, <lrnggists'
sundri(.s, lishii.g tackle ami general merchaiulise.
is carried. The lims of goods in each ot the
(lepartnieuts are full ami complete, ami embraci.
all the uovi'lties. ana th.. prici.s charged mu.st
meet the views >f the most ee..nouiical, .Mr. lloyd
making a business policy to sell at bottom prices,
ami thus eneourauing tra.le. Mr. Hoy.l is a na^
five of Muskoka, and is in the prime of lite, ami
has made a host of friends by his many business
and social (lualities. (.'amping parties will ■!.■
well t<i call on Mr, Hoy.l, as he can supply tl
with all kinils of provisions, tacdile, etc., ana
aireot sportsmen to the best hunting ami lishing
grouiuls.

Vandeberg House, I'ort Carling, Charles W .
Vandcbcrg, t'roi.iictr.r,— Among the niaiiy exce!
lent hotels to be founa on the lakes of Muskoka
of which we can justly be proua, the N'aiideberg

hem
am'

1 to tlio toiirl»tiiMli»'«
iiiiwii l)y all will) mo
■lit iilaw t" »iii'iiil all
|)()i-t!iiiiui\'« ' I'arailisi',
lit; ail' i>l tlii« cli'vatt'il
itu uxhiiHHted piiyHital
pint! fiii'CNtrt arc must

hisjiiika, ItoM.sfan and
lUi.'H fxtiiiid a di.staiirf
iiuudicd iiiili'n. 'riii'uu
lioatiiij; and oamiiiii),'.
picikurel, witli iiiaKki-
I'oit Ciivliii^;, Winder-
can's, and I'oit Cock-
laMc ratos.

iiiii ri'ly upiiii Lictting
lilk anil vcgctaldi'H al
cutiiin, and tlic licst of
((list cluiicli is on till'
ice is held tu ice each

lul'uhant, Windcniiere,
ness eondncted hy the
an was estalilished by
iL' pt'evioiisly cairied on

\\ iiidernierc tor sonii'
proslicct hctoi'c him in
le hroii!4lit tlu'iMlgh the
I tourists -to this (|ucen
le siileiidid local trade
lie iiiiUistries, he eoii-
^cMcral store Imsiiioas.
i orcuiiied hy him are
lid, and include a eom-
tcirehousu, «itli dwell-
ji's thereto for carrying,'

liusiness, and \\here a
■ted stock of dry goods,
lined gooils, hoots and
■, iiaiiits, oils, ih'iiguists'
id general merchandise,
f goods in each of the
complete, and embrace
w prices charged iiiliat
st econoiiiical, Mr. lioyd
to sell at bottom prices,
de. Mr. Boyd is a na-
in the prime of life, and
s by his many business
imping parties will do

as he can supply tlieiii
isioiis, tackle, etc., and
lest hnnting and lishiii:.'

)Vt Carliiig, Charles \V.
-Among the many excel-
II the lakes of Aiiiskoka
e proud, the N'andeberg

FtKl'UKHK.NT.VTIVK lUSINKSS MKN.

!;).■►

Hon«n taken a de,....rve.l place in the front rank
It is most eligibly situated for tourists ,in,| „„„,.
nior VLsitors. The hot.'l is Iniilt „i, a bcuitifiil
eminence overlooking the bay. iind visitors have
alHoa line view from the pi,u/,n,f the pict,ireH,|iie
Indian Kiver, ,in.i the in my stcimers „iid rafts
which pass daily iimke it very interestiny The
grounds contain lifty-tive iiercs, which aiv* i,h.„.s'
antly laid out in lawns and gardens, Hlopiiu-
down gradually to the waters edge, at wlii.l, is
sitiia e,l a stea'iiboat wharf, swiinmiiiK baths and
.oat houses, for the .•onveni.^nce of gnt-sts. The
hotel contains t\vnty-<.iie rooms, including six-

teen Im,. liir^,. bedrooms, hands ely furiiis|i,.,l

single and m suite, a large aii.l ta'stcfullv fnr-
nislied .lining-room, two beuiitifiillv luriii.hrd
sit.ing-iooms, "I. .V ('. iMsilicr A 'Co 'm Xuw
>ork I laiio, and ,dl tirst-class convenieiic.'s up-
perti'iniie,' thereto. The proprietor ha< also, f,,r
the ph.asiii'e ot his giie>ts, a remarkable fast and
sale 'ittle steamer, the noted A'.-/, M„rr,ni wlii,.),
can be chartered by the guests at extremely ni.id-
erate rates for exeiirsions ami pi.^nics round the
beaiitltul ishnd studded lakes Kosseau. St Jovpl,
and .\lu-koka, ami also a line Meet of .sailiii.'
ami row boats ami canoes, for the use of visitors
lickercl, lilack bass, salmon trout in large i{iiaii-
titles are caught, and the -uests to the Vande-

'"^^I'K. Iiavc iccl tolciive the wharf to go hunt

mg lull, MS this is allow eil to be om> of the Ihiest
|)oint»onthe three lakes, ami within easy dis-
tallee there are spei^kled front streams to wliicli
visitors may resort and find pleasure. Mr
\aiidcberir isa native of this countrv, and built
this hotel live years ago, and every year has made
great liuprovi incuts thereto, anil ' also, by bin
genial w.iys ami kiinl att.'iition to guesbs has :
luiKle himself many friemis, Tj,,. Muskokaand
(.eorgian I'.ay .\avigatioii Co. 's .splendid steamers
pass the private wharf, and, at tlie^ reipiest „t'
passen.M'is, will call when re(|uiied. There is
acconimodatioii for forty guests; the rates are
moderate, with special tenns to families and par-
tie.s. Mr. \ aiiilebcrg can al.so liml free eaiupin"
grounds tor parties near the hotel, ami, if re"
i|uired, milk from his farm in any (|iianti[v.

W. J. Johnston, Boat BuiMcr. I'ort Carling.
.\s is natural in a place situated aiiciii:,'"!^'
scenic eiivironnients, and near to tlshiie." an.i
boating waters, there is here i larL,'e demand tor
boats for rowing ami hunting, boats with all the
countless sundries which 'contribute to the
thorough enjoyinent of a holiday. .Some six
ye.irs ago Mr. W. .1. .lohnston began the business
"t boat building, and is now prepareil to
boats to order on any desired
and canoes, and makes

f. D. Stubbs, (;.;n«ral Mereliant, I'ort Car-
ling. - Ifoldjng a most c^onspiimoiis place mnoiig
till' merchants of the .Miinkoka district is .Mr. {•
I). Stubbs, of port Carling. lie established him'
self in biisiiiesH .six years iigo, but tinding his
premises too Hiiiall for liix vantly inci-easing trade,
lie three years ago built the large and eoninio!
illoiis store which he ihiw oeeiipies, being a three.
»tory building, "ill by ,'t(i, with large verandah and
hue basement, which provides ample room for a

large assortment of g Is. It is hand.soinely and

completely litleil up, and as it o-eiipies a p'romi.
lieiit position near to the locks, through which ail
steamers, etc., pass from Lake .Musknka tr-.

Kosseau and .lose|ili, it is very iveiiieiit for

Island visitors, eam|.ers ami -ettlei-s to obtain
their supplies. The stock « ith which this popular
eHtablishmeiit is tilled is of a eomprelieiisive char-
acfer and well selected, and .onsists of a lln>< line
ot dry goods, gro.-eries, liddts and shoes, ready.
ma<le clothing, hardware, glass and tinware, pro
viHion.s, eann.^d goods. Hour and meal, coal oil
punts and oils, (lrug;;i.sts' sundries, lisjhiii'^ tackle"
eontectionery ami general merchandise. The
llileof v'lMidH in .'.ich .jepartmciit, and the prices
charge i-ist meet the views .,f the most ecno-
mieal, .\l> itubbs making a point to .sell at bot-
tom prices, and thus encourage trade i\ll
orders by mail „r steamer will receive prompt
per.sonal attention. .Mr. Stubbs is a native of
Kngland, but has been in .Miiskoka for a nninlier

ot years ami is in the [.ri f his lite, and by

his Uindly m inncis and iipri-ht dealing has made
a iiost ot friends. Mr. Stubbs is assis.sant post-
master tor this district, and the o|li,.e j... at his
.store, lie has a Hat of eight line reoms. which
he rents out on very rea.sonable terms durin.' the
suiniiici moiitlis, b.r the convenience of vi.sitors
either tiirnished or iinfurnislied. Application for
same ,y mail i,v otlierwi.se will receive nioniiit
attention. ' '

pre|
line^

liareii to liiiild
repairs boats
oars and paddles to order
111 special designs, besiilcs keepim: a stock alwavs
'■11 hand. The growth of the iiusiiiess ncccssi.
t.ited the erection of a new building last .season,
■--'x.'U feet, for a workshop, which, toL;<'lher witl'i
the fine bnat-house on the wharf, 'J'JxL'S feet en-
ables him, with his tieet of over fortv superior
boats, to supply tourists, island visitor.s, campers
and hunters, with all they may rec|uire in way of

""'t the shortest notice, at rea.sonable n'ltes

by the day, week, or for the season. Mr. .lohn-
.;:..i. .dso supplies guides wiio will take parties or
uulividual.s out over the best sporting grouiuLs
any route desired, at very moderate rates.

Pros pect
House, I'ort
Sandlield,
Lake .(oseph
and Kosseau,
Kn oc li Cox,
I'roprietcjr. ~
( 'lassed am-
ong the best
of the many
hotels whicii
the .Miisk.ika
Lake .s c an

i> ill - , '"''"*l "^ the

I rospect House. It occupies a prciiiinent position
at the junction between Kakes liosseau and .lo-
seph, and coinmamlsa most beautiful view from
all the rooms rjt either om^ or both of tiiem. The
gioiimls around contain thirty-live acres, which
IS laid out in handsome lawns and gardens in
which guests may enjoy on every side the mamii-
iceiit .s,;enei'y. There is also a line sandy beach
tor bathing purposes, perfectly safe for ladies and
chihlren, running from one to four feet in depth
tor one hmidreil in Lake Joseph. The Prospect
liou.se am! thi- j^^raiid now addition of foiry-live
rooms, built this season, contains eighty-live r.'ioms,
including .seventy-live bedrooms, single and ill
suite, a spacious and beautifully furnished dining

l»\

Ml'HKOKA LAKE UIHTRICT

, u, tw.. larKe «ittin« r ««. l';ll«'t>'l >;""'' ''7

Ul.l..« thiK H.......), an,l >..n>,ert 1..1 , hi., all Innt-

,.U^H .MM.v.M.iomHW uppni-taliUHX th.i.tit... 1 1.«
nroprietu. Im- aUo ta.ni.l.-a tor th. """V»'|""';'"

krpt Mol«ly lor tl>.. pleamiv.. ot h.H nuvsU, t ho
K lith May tor iix.nir»ioiiH aa.l punuM nmna tin
1, U.S. anJ th.. l..autif..l littl., S„nt,.a,u -r twUiuK
,„v.tu.« to tl... a,ljoii.iuK l.ay« a,.,l ....all lak.'H. alwl

tlu. way of «aUiu>! a,.,l row l.oats tl,m., has

■ en u.l.hMl to th. al,oa,ly la.K. tl.M't of hoatH

vJ aty new omoh. nu.l. by th- h-nt .mvU-v ...

O.,ta.io. I'i.k.Mvl, hlark l.a«»., Haln.o.. t.<...t, a..'

,„a.kalo„K.. ar.. .aM^l.t i.. lar«. M«''"'\'t'«'; a,.mm

th,. K.oMuas a..a what f. hr-yn a.>,l ....all lakes ..fa

l,v Mr. Cox .M.KaKrs tl.o h.st ot cooks ami
st'.ppli-H hi. tal,U.« with a lil.o..al ha...l ; as a oo..-
J,.....,... th.. ........ p..s..„t..;l .H ch... a.M,o.,« tl.

ev'elU...t f..at...-..s of this hotel. .^ '• ' ''.V;;
native of K..Kl.v..a, hut a., ol.l res.clei.t ot Mas-
koka, l.avh.n ..rriv..l Iho.e oight..e,. yea.s .iMo
a...l six yea.-« a^o ti.st started the l.<.t..l. a,.,l ..aeh
s ,eeeeaiM«ye.t. has «ai.u.,l frie..,ls t,o„.h.s «.....,.

a.,.l kii.aiN ...a....ers, so that he was o .l.^ea th

Mea.so,. to aoul.le the eapaeity o,; n....st^s a..,l ea.

„„w e„tert.u.. two h,.,.a.ea .u.a htty w.th eo.i.to.t
to all. There is e.'eetea on the grounas tor the eo.._
ve..ie..ee of th.^ visito.'s, a.. K..«l..sl. eh»..eh, of
whiel. the Rev. I'. .S. M. Vodumc .s ....Hs.o..a..)

in ..har^e, a..a serviees ar.' ...hi every S..i.. ..y.

The M,.sk..ka.i...l (ie..r.^ia.. f.ay Nav.^ja ..,..<.<>«
„pU....li.l sl..an.E!rs Nipis«i..« ^..a t)r...le leave

( ,uvenh...«l eaeh ,„..r..i..ji .it , '^"1."". sl'.a
p...... .espeetively. ...ak...n the trip t.. I'ort !>a..a

liel.l ii. tw.) a.il a half h.n.rs.

Clevelands. l.il<e l!..ssea.., *''"'''':^ •'•,V''";"i
..,„,„.i,.tor. -O.ie of tl... mo>t .•o.otort|.l.le a...l
1,„„ ,. l.ke h.,tels h. the Nh.skoka lake a.stri.'t .s
th . th.o house at (■h.v..la,.as, .,w,..;.l a...l ooe..p.e.l
by Mr. Charles, I. Mi.iett. «hieh .s s.ti.ate.l .... a

tine elevation, i.. a l.eautitul -r..v... ..ve,-l....k...K

the ii..>st pi,.tii.es,,.ie .scenery .... /.-'^ l.<.s>eau,

a, a i.. the mi.lstof'the isl.ma ai.st.jet ana .s ..p■
p .eh..a by an exte..siv.. wharf wh.eh .....s ...to

the lake .some .pia.-ter <.t .. ...lie. .u.'l t'""'^ '^

beautiful p.......enaa.. fro... which the ..mi.e.y..s

.stean.ers arriv a.,a .lepart several t.n.es .la. v ,

the hotel havii.i; both the Lake .M.seph a.i.l Kos-

L lit ' eani7.g .laily. The h..tel has twenty^

.oven eU'^'antlv furnishea bear....n,s, s.ngle a...l

in suite, beautifully furnishea s.tt...- .-..ouis w.th
tine Ilia...., a >pafi..us a.i.l well-ari ni.i,'.''' am...-

.'„„n,' al.s.. a tinl. large e..,.e.u-t hall f..r the a,n..se-
n,.nt of gu.^sts. a...l all ..the,- eonv.menc.s apper-
tainiu' t<. a tirst-class h..tel : a...l ..ea.- t.. the
ol'l in the eNte.,sive an.l spl.;...l..lly kept
';,,„„;.ls is a beautiful e.itta'j... whl.'h ...ay be
nM.te.l f.'.r the seasi.n ,.r ..therwis.- .a.npers ,;a..
i, a a,v..........aati.,>. f.x.e. The batl.M.g h....s..s a.'e

n a very pretty bav, having a hne - ,u. y ...tto>...

n is s\fe at all ti.ues f-.r hulies ,,„a oh. ,l.;e...

T e n.enu of the l.ou.se is excellent, "" t'^ '\f';^»;

eies of the seaso.. l.ci..g l.bcrally s..pp!.e.l on the

table, an.l the r.<i.;,n is all that ,-ouhl he .les.re.l.

Mr. Minett is an Knaishnian but .s "J'" '>» t'j^'

;, onee..s ..f Muskok.. : .i-.g abou t the ol, est fst.ib^

i." e,l i.. the business, n the lakes and •« ^ i5e..,a

...:fj. .^ ,..u,.t l/imw-leil./e ..t haliink!

ana"hm^ing; anil' th.rb;;^ Wlities to ti..d the

sa...e, and is always willhig t.. ....part tins know-

leage to his friends and visitors, an.l .s helped .n

a uroat ineasur.. by lil« wif«, who is pftinHtnkinjj
an.l ..bliging ; an.l her ovei.ings at home, Hhi..h
an. give., weekly .luring th.' "eas..n, are lo..ke.l
forward t.. with p'..aHiire by th<. visit.iiH, ....ttagers
and .•ainp...siii It... n..ighb..rh.....l who a.e invite,
for a go...l a...l happy time, a.i.l .s l....ke.l lorwa.-.l
lor f..>m season to sua.soii by their ...any tr.en.lM.

Windermere House, Win.lermce I.ake Itoij-

seau. rh.>uias .\itk..|i, rr.ipriet.u-. - 1 his delight
ful sumni.r les.trt is b.-autifully situat...! on a
magniti.ent elevati.... ..verl.H.kiiig Lake ...Mseau,

with a ....untless number .if islan.ls lymg b..f<.ie it

stn.l.le.l with beautiful summer irshlenees on
everv si.te. The g...uii.ls ai'.iun.l e.u.ta.n tour
an.l a half aires, which is lai.l ...it in han.ls.u.i..
lawns an.l g.ii.len, in whi.h g.iests may en,i..y
the splen.li.l sights ..f the lake, an.l n.'ar by the.-.'
is a pretty san.lv b.-ach f..r b.ithi.ig, which is p.-r
feclly safe tor hi.li<.s an.l .■hil.l.eii, having a gra.l
mil .l..s.-eiit fr..m .m.- foot to .lei-p water, at a
distal, e fr..m the shoiv. .Mr. Aitkens first b..gan
t.. pr.ivi.le f.ir tourists s.nne nine years ag." m a
small way in tl... h..use he then resi.le.l in, l.ut
toun.l he.-....hl .i..t a...'<.mmo.late iii.ar tlie.|ii.intity

of patrons wh.. wi.she.l t.. stay with li.m. Me then
built three c.tt.igeM, an.l in time they als'. l.e.-am.'
t...> small, s.. that liveyeais ago 1... .....istructe.l a

linelmtel, but last s.-as.m he toun.l .t ina.l...iuftt.- b.
the wants .if his inanv frieii.ls. S.. h.' again .-..m
mceeil t.i bnil.l, a.i.l has now .■..nstru.-te.l a ...as
,sive f.-....t to tl... buil.ling, with a gra.i.l tow..r

risingnea.lv sixty f.-et tn.in the gr.iun. , whiel.
L'ives th.. hotel a noble appi-aiani-... an.l at t ..

same time a.l.ls f...-ty liv.- .l.-liLjlitful r is to the

alrca.lv large h..tcl, making in all "ne lin.i.l.e.l
an.l twelve i-..on.s. ami thr.-.- .-..ttages on It.,
groun.ls f.ir the ent.rtainm.-nt ..t liis guests. 1 he
hotc-l has .in., hun.lr...! be.l .'.".ms. si.igle ijl.<l ' "
s,(ih, all newly furnishe.l in the latest style, t.>r
l,„th app.-ai-a.lce an.l ...unbi.-t of guests. Sl\
bea.itifullv furnish...l sitting an.l r,.,rpti..n .-o.un--.
an.l ii lin.-lv turnish.'.l .lining .-.i.im, an. all .■."ii
veni..nc..s ap|....-t.iining t.. a lirst .las- hot>;b."|
,.l,i,ling p.ist .illi.-c an.l .^xpirss othce ii: the Imil.l-
in.' with mails night ami m.irning. 1 here i'
als".. ei-ecte.l .111 the fi-.u.t an.l tw.i si.les ot th.'
buihling a spacious veraml ih twelve feet Wl. e.
an.l .ivcr seven liuii.lr...l feet hmg, artisti.-ah
c..v,.re.l in, which mak.33 a beautiful pi-..ni«.na.l. .
an.l the view fi-.im this pia/./.a is s.imething that 1-
yraml, an.l .nice enjoyed will be i-en.einticre.l
with .l.aight. The menu ..f the house .s iin.A
c.aic.l all the .lelica.'ies of the season licii-
lilierally supplic.l .... the table, while the r".-..'.-
is f.mlticss, a c.mpetent .hcf taking .barge ..
the culinary ar.-angcna.uts, an.l pa.e ...ilk an.l
vegetables are supi.li.'.l .laily fr.un a farm c.n-
necte.l with the h.ius... A small steamer can !..■
chavterc'l at rcas..nal.le rates, and a fleet .it
an.l .-. \. ii.iats, a...l a boat h.iuse t.ir the a.-'-.imii.
,lati..i. ot guests arc pi-.ivi.le.l 011 the pi-emis.>.
lUa.k ba.ss. salin..n t.'..ut, ].ickc.-cl, a.i.l other li-li
' are f.mn.l in laige .piantities, ami W iii.lerinerc 1-
c.nsi.lcre.l, p«r , .m II. ..-.the b.-st black bass ti-li-
„ig of any locality .... the lakes. -Mr. .V.tkci.s 1.-
attentive t.. tli.' wants of his guests, ami Ini g.\."
the Win.lermere an ..nviable i-elH.tat..ii. with
the tourists an.l visit.us tl.r..ugl.out both ( a.u.la
' an.l the U..ite.i .SUu.s. The rates ..f th.= p'-r"-;"
i hotel are II.. -.(1 1.. ll.To per .lay, with special .ate-
' t.) families for the seas.....

UKPUK8ENTATIVE BIHINEMS MEN.

()•, who i» pain^tukiiiK

■lie Huiliiili, illf Idoki'il
^ till' vinitnrn, ciittiiu'T"
h'IkhmI will) iUT iiivjteil
, mill \^ IikpUimI lorwiiicl
t>y tlit'ir many trii'mlH.

iiiilt-Miiicri', l.iit"' ""«■
i|irii'tiir. — 'I'liis ili'liglit
iitil'ully Mitimtcil "II II
rloDkiiig l.iikc Kimseiiu,
f isUiiilH lyiii« iM'fort'it
Niir.iiiu'r rr»iilfli<i"i oil
M niiiinid iiMitaiii four
, laid out ill liaiKlMoiilr

lich yii''''t'* '"">■ ''".i"y
liiUf, mill luur l>y tliuii'

I U.itliiiiK. wliifli i"!*!'-
•hililicii, liaviii); a Kriul-
it to lU'cp watt'i-, at a
Ml-, Aitkciis lii>t liBKttii
111' nine yeaiH agi> in a
In: tlicii ifsiiti'il ill, Init
iii.ilatciii'iirtlici|iiiiiitity
Ktay H itii liiiii. He IIk'Ii

II tiiiii' tlu'y lll^*'| lieeaim-
,!•« aji^o liH i'(instiiiott'(l H
111) loMiiil it inaili'i|iiali;tii
I'lnls. Sii lie iijjaill I'om-

now (■(instniitcil a iiias
!>,', xvitli a grand tower
roni tlu' f^ioiiiiil, wliifli
apiicaiaiui', anil at tlir
. ilcliylitt'iil rooms to tlie
iiiij,' ill all one liilinlrctl
tiirec' lottagcs oil tin
nieiitof his guests. The
>e(l rooms, siiigl"-' ami 1 1'
a in the latest wtyle, for
.■<imfoi-t of guests, Si\
ting anil i-ereption rooms,
lining room, ami all eon-
to a tirst clas- hotel, in
\piess otiice ii, tile hllihl-
mill morning, Tliere i>
lit anil two sides of thi
and ill twelve feet wide,
id feet long, artistieally
(a II lieantiiul promenadf.
[liaz/.a is something that i>
ed will 1)« reinemlieic4
nn of the hon.se is nni\
ra of the season lieiii;
le tahle, while the ciii'::if
it elief taking rliarge ct
ents. and p ire milk ami
1 daily from a farm eon-
A small steamer ean !«■
I rates, and a Heel of ■
lilt house for the aeeoimiM'
ii-ovided on the preiiiise.»,
lit, pii'kerel, and other lisli
ititiea, and Windermere i>
„-.,tlie best hlacU bass(i~li-
the lakes, Mr. Aitkeiis i.-
.f his giieats, and ha giveii

envialde repntation with
IS thronghont both Caniili
, The rates of this r'-'P'-'''
,■) per day, with special iate,<
son.

THE TOWN Ol- MIDLAND.

C.lARMl.Mui.v located betweon rl,in« ground on dthor .i.lo 1, the littU- town of Midland, in theoounty

of .Snnoo« Durnig it, bruif hintory .Midland has grown with Kre.t rapidity 1 itH ,iilatio.i now i^

over two thousand. On the mam ntieet ninnii.g down to tl.o stoaniboat dockn are a .lumber of Hne
l-riok stonis, evide„,,,H of ,tH stability wliieh H,..ak well for its future prosperity. Then, are aUo ao.ne
good liot«U. notably lie (.ladstone House. Clark^oi. House and the giieen.. The town itsolf is fast
b«com.i.K eminent as the Inniber town of <;u,iuda, and latterly several new lumber. Hhingle and planing
inillH have b«en built, while uninenHe .p.antitie« of lumber brought by boat from the inilU up the north
shore are handled from ve^elH to ears and .listribiited through (...tano and the Kast, .n sLt^n. The

gram trade between (hicago. Duluth. and other points with Midlaii xtenmvo, the eouipnients .,f

the elevator in this town being ei,ual to any on the lakes, and shortly the (hand T.nn;; Railway Com.
[lany propose erecting a Mecond elevator at this point.

Kor the tourist Midland makes a very pleaaant sinimor resort on account of the excellent liotol
aceoinmodation and the variety of sport within the immediate vicinity. On the \V>e River three mile.
illsta.it. and among the (ieorgian Bay Islands, all the way from MidlamI to I'arry .Souml.the water teems
with dack bass, pickerel, white tisl, and lake trout .luring the summer inonthH. As for huntinu
there i,s a ipiaiitlty of duck at .Mud i,ike, about tw„ miles .'lom tlie town during the spring ami fall
and at Hone^ Harbor sixteen miles away, there are plenty of deer. Fidiiug boats ami guides can bo got
at any time for a small sum by the day. .V steamer runs daily from Midland to I'arry .Sound stopiihiu
at tlie principal islands to leave or pick up camping parties and tisherme... aa well as for the pur .ose
ot br.nKi..g .supplies from Midland. This town is indeed a pleasant summer resort and should bu eve.i
iiiMie (utronixed tliiin it is.

The Western Bank of Canada, capital .«,t,n<M),-

(K)l >,--.'?."), 000 paid nil-rest .tiliO.IMMI to f*70,(M)il.
Head otiice, Oshawa. .Inn. Cowan, I'resident ; I'".
H. Holland, .Maiiagor.— Any atlempt to review the
iiiaiiufacturiiig and commercial lesourees of any
lmsineBsce.it re must give a pusition of the Hist im-
[loiUnce to the banks and inoneyeil institutions.
Tliey hold the great medium of exchange between
trade centres, and occupy the position of arliiters
lietween debtors and creditors. The success and
iihility disiilayed in their management form an
important link by which to estimate and value tiie
cnniineicial Htanding of the (dmmiinity where
tlieir influence is fidt, and a close inspection of
their resources gives a valuable iiiilex to the con-
ilition of all business interests. In the northern
section of Canada the Western Hank of (anada
I" I upies a leading p<isition, and enjoys tlie full
(iintidence of the general public, amongst whom
its busine.ss is chiefly eonlined. Its head oltice
is at Midland, with a branch at I'eiietung-
iiishene, Mr. V. II. Holland being tti. p ipular
mill iiiiich esteemed manager, " ' ' '

lank is $.S,(lOO,00() ; depn :
current rates of interest
issued on all parts of tli • ''.■■:,
American exchange )•
liiisincss is done in I
a Mivings deiiartiiieii". wlici

iliawal is reijuired : interest is allowed at the
late of 4 per cent,, with special rates on special
(li'i limits. Mr. H. Hand was form erly in Orillia,
and is well known in bunking and mercantile cir-
clis. Branches Whitby, I'ort Perry, Paisley,
Ntw Hamburg, Tilsonburg. and Peuetang

A. E. WilliamRon.merehant tailor, King street.

In these days when the world judges so largely

'|\ imtward appearances, it is necessary for busi-

•' ' of the

U' d anil

"d ; liiafts are

iiiiiou ; sterling and

' siil,]| and a general

isiiiiints. Tliere is

no notice of with-

ness men to be well attired, and never m«s the
art of the meiihant tailor so t:.oroiighly appre-
e ated as at the present time. A well known
and leading house in this line of business is
that of .Mr A. K. Williamson, of King .street.
, wliicli was fiiuiided eight years ago liy .Mr. IJ,

j H. Williiiiiis iit whose "ileiith in .Iiinc, IHHH

j the |ire-;ent proprietor sueiceiled. The preinise,s

•'"•"I ' 'onsist of a large and well appointed

store, wlicreatall times will lie found a ehoico
selei tioii of the newest ii.itteriis in imported and
domestic goods, embraiing Halifax and Knglish
tweeds, from which ex. ellent .sil.XOO suits are
inade; al.so English, Irish. Scotch, Canudian ami
I'Tcmh worstcLs and tweeds Some thirteen ex
perieiieed ban '.s aro employed, the best of bindin
and trimmir ire u,sed, while a perfeet ht an,i
every satisf ■! is guaranteed, Mr. Willi,ini.s.m

has iindoul y tee finest and most fashionable
tailoring stoek in any establishment i.orth of 'I'o-
.onto, w-hile bis ■inces arc at nil times most
reasonable.

C. Taylor. L.D.S.. surgeon dentist. Hewis
block, IxiiiH street. — Few, if any, industrial or
picite.ssional pursuits ha\e in recent years made
such rapid strides as tint of the (irofession of
dentistry, which through the energy and enter-
ic sa of those now asso.iated with it has been
raised from an operative art to the dignity of a
science a result which has greatly tended to the
beneht ..i iiMukind in gcncril. A thoroughly
skilled and se.entitic surg. on dentist in this
section of tUe Piovhiee is Mr. C. Taylor
L D.S., wh.. has most neatly furnished dental
parlors in ihc Hewis IJIock, King street, fitted

till «I-!<'1\ fli., ...nr-i- I »-. .. . .. - 1 ._ . ' •■

'•!■ ••'••: '• '"■;""-~i rii-u rnappiiaiieeH. lu

extracting teeth .u:esthetics are administered if
desired, a.id painless operations are guaranteed.

138

TOWN OF MIDLAND

Special attention is paid to tilling with gold, iniial-
eain-or otiier compositions ; while tliu proaen iition
of natural teeth, when practicable or possible, is
made an iinpoitant feature of the business. Jn
all departments thoroughly sati: i.ictory work is
,rantee<l. while a set of artificial teeth on riib-
plate is supplied for ten dollars. Air.
Taylor is a master of his profession in all its
details, and is ably assisted by Mr. H. i. laylor,
D.D.S.

Gladstane House, W. R. (iladstane, propr.,
Midland.— This pleasantly situateil town on the
Ueorgian Bay year by year attracts fresh visitors
to this locality, and one of the most important and
home-like hotels in this vicinity is that known asthe

(iladstane House. This establishment was founded
in 1S71 ; it was burnt down in 1HH4, when tlie
present substantial three story brick structure
was erected. There is a free bus to and from all
trains and boats, the best of accommodation tor
commercial travellers, while the house is unifortnly
heated with hot air. Tliere are some twenty-
three bedrooms, with a well-appointed olhce, a
barwitlitlie best imported wiu.s and iKjuors, a
icood billiard room, two sample rooms, and a capi-
tal bam and stables. Kvery attention is paid to
visitors, and travellers to Midland will tuid all
home comforts at the (iladstane House. Die taljle
is always supplied with the choicest of viands
while Mr VV. I!, (iladstane makes one of the most
trcnial and hospitable of hosts. His rates are but
.■«1.()0 per <lay, with special terms to boarders.

THE TOWN OF PENETANGUISHENE-

Penetanguisi.kne is one of the oldest and most historical places in Western Canada, having been
settle 1 as™ a 12 as a military post. It i. an incorporated town l.-l^ miles rom T..ronto, and is the
nir^i^ltlheNortliernaiul^orth Western branch of thc,;rand Trunk. Itis,.

Pietures.lly situated ,m the north-western side of Gloucester Bay, an a.ljunct "^ ">''/":'" t'""' 3'
^ m::: C:I^y , and is about forty miles north-west of Barrie, tl. i^^^^^'^^J^';:^-;:;;'^ a ^ U
many p,.ints of interest in connection with this town; ''«>•«';" I''''-'' *'^'^^'''''"'\ ''^rtlT'^ .,
missL^^ies to Canada, were murdered by Indians, -\:;;;:t: -^ '^L:!;:^ ^^^^i^ -^

z:t^z^ r:=:j.r :^i::i""ir::Lt was sunk ..l t,. 3,

S, :n!uh; remains of another are to be found in the i.rth-west ba.m J'^ ^^ ^ ^ ;^ "^ ;
home, incorporated by a number of gcntjemen -;^'^-;;;;-; ^^^r ^t ^ ^^^

=;=z;;: s:::;::;;t::i-:::;-^-^^^^ -- .. ...

variJipd:t?e::t Episcopal, Catholic, Methodist and Presbyterian churches, three pubh.

scroll, a Mechanics' Institute with a library, and a weekly ne.'spaper, the IleraUl.

The Imperial Bank of Canada has a branch here. ponulatiu.i

The assessed valuation of real and personal property is over *.{0(),()(K), while populat.

exceeds 2,500. »

Copeland & Sons, Flour, Feed and Oram
Merchants I'enetanguishene.- -Anions the various
commodities that rank higli amongst our most
important material resources, the articles o Hour,
feed and grain may appropriately be ranke.l as
among those of tlie first. The large .iuantit.es
manufactured in tliis section, which hnd a ready
sale in this Province, as well as m the markets ot
the cast, constitute ar, in-.pnrtivr.t element m con-
sidering the Industrial and cmumercial resources
of the growing town of Penetanguishene. Among

the mills whose eflbrts are to produce a superior
<iuality of Hour and meal, none are more desen in.«
of Ifavorable notice and consideration tliaii t ii.>e
of Messrs. Copeland iV- Scm. the hiception ot whkh
business dates back some thirty years, dming
which lengthy period the history of the house
has been a steadily progressive one. Messrs.
Copeland & Sons liave two fully c.iuipped inihs,
with roller process, the one in this town hayin- a
capacity of "l(X) barrels of Hour per 'lay, witu ^>n
engine of 65 horse power ; the other at KUemalc

ablishnient was f()unde<l
)wn in IHH4, wlieii the

story brick atruului-e
free l)U» to and from all
; of i'.cconiniodatiou for
la the houae is uniforndy
here are some twenty-
wellaiipointed oHiue, a
;d »iu. s anil litinors, a
Mxyile rooms, and a capi-
ery attention is paid to
o Midland will tind all
istane Ho\ise. The table

the choicest of viands,
le makes one of the most
liosts. His rates are but
al terms to boarders.

HENE.

;ern Canada, havinj,' been
J from Toronto, and is the

It is most pleasantly and
;t of the Georgian Hay, in
!)iiit for trains. There are
Jesuit Fathers among tlir
s now being erected, at a
d, where the powder was

was sunk about the same
here was once an ohl mill
; it has long since disap
mind us of tliose warlike

-.ed a beau-ideal sunnncr
and which is replete with
; ; there is capital bo-itint;,
uierous islands and port<

grist and llouriug mills, :i.
lerable ipiantities.
furs and tish, is slapped to
m churclies, three publii'

IL'ra'd.

I)(K), while the population

i are to produce a superior
!al, none are more deserv iuj;
I consideration than tlioM'
Son, the ini;eption of wliirh
some thirty years, during
the history of the house
progres.sive one. Messrs.
; two fully e(|uipped niills,
e one in this town haviu- ii
Is of Hour per day, witi-. ;a;
ver ; the other at Ellen\ iile

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN.

189

has a capacity of I -,() barrels per day, while the
firm also own an elevator with a capacity of 23 00(1
bushels of grain, and they handle from I'i.VoOO
to l.-.(),(l(K) bushels per year. They have large
storehouses, and every convenience is enjoyed for
the prosecutum of this business, their faeilities
and connections being of a most .satisfactory
nature. AJi- Copelaud, the lu-ad of this firm, is'a
native of England, and crossed the .\tlaiitiu in
l«a'2, and afler a three years' residence in the
States, settled m I cnetanguishene in IS'.'.") beinu
one of the early settlers, and also one who has ever
taken an imlividual interest in the jnogress and
welfare of the town un.l iu inhabitants, and who
moreover, is a stanncli supporter of the temper-
ance cause.

C. E. O'Reilly &. Co.,

I»ry Cicods, dunts' l-'ur-
nishings. Hoots and Shoes.
The iiee Hive, I'l nctang-
nisiienc ■ One of the most
important lirnnehes of
trade whieh helps to
swell up our connuercial
fabric i: that of dry
goods, under which general heading is eonipiiseil
the great majority of the actual neces.sai'ies of life.
Though but newly established, the house of
-Messrs. C. K. t>'l!eilly it Co., known i\.h the Hee
Hive, is one deserving of special mention. This
business is a thoroughly comprehensiNe one, ,ind
the premises are specially adapted for the \aiii)us
dei)artments. A large and varied stock is kept
of imported and domestic dry goods, inehuliui'
the newest styles in dre.ss fabrics, satins, silks,
iuuslins, prints, as well as linens for houselmld
use and for wear ; special bai'gaiiis are oH'eroil in
chihlren's ami ladies' hosiery, also ladies' summer
vests, and all sizes of (.'roni|itoii and Brush eele-
hiated makes r^f eorsets. In black dress goods
Messrs. O'Heilly & Co. show a tine line of Henri-
etta cloths, veilings, jersey and crape cloths, wliile
their prints, ehallies, Seoteh zeiihyrs and seer-
suckers are nnsurp:issed in beauty and style All
kinds of parasols are in stock, and every attention
is given to the boot and shoe depaitment, special
value being offered in children's and hnlies' goods.
The neatest <if boy's and youth's suits are always
on hand, while a larg<: and varie<l list of house
t'urnjshings is well worthy of inspection. In short,
this hou.se is well deserving of all support, and
none but reliable goods are dealt in.

Breithaupt Bros. A Hall, Tanners of Spanish
Sole Leather, f'enetang Tannery. Siiue the days
of Simon of ,Joppa, down to those of (Jeneral
<!rant, to the present time, the manufacture of
leather has ever occupied a prominent position,
and forms a most important factor in the com-
mercial fabric of this country. One of the most
important tanneries in Ontario, in fact on the
.\nierican Continent, is that of Messrs. Breith-
aupt Ih-os. & Hall, propv I .'tins of the ll'uetang
Tannery, and whose names in this eoiineetion are
iiousehold words in the Dominion. The founda-
tion of this business dates from the year I.S,")'J,
when it was founded at Herlin by the late Mr. ;
l.ouis Hreithaupt, who rapidly developed the !
husiness till the present large dimensions were I
iiachcd, while in order to meet the heavy I
demands made on them, the sons of the founder, j

in ccnnection with Mr. Hall, opened up a branch
house at I'enetanguishene. Tliis consists of a
large, substantial building on the borders of the
< leorgian Hay, with the most improved modern
conveniences and facilities, and when' hemlock
bark can readily be procured in large iiuantities.
Here 'they manufacture Spanish leather only.
Ihe establishment is one of the largest of its kind
anil is aptly designated the Model Tannery of
( anaila, nothing having been lu'glected to further
the interests of this important business, for on the
production of leather we are dependent for so
inaiiy actual necessaries. The tannery is one of
the largest of its kind, and has a capacity for
turning out seven hundred sides a week, while its
products are nowhere excelled. The business ex-
tends from Sarnia to Halifax. In this town some
twenty-tive hands tind steady emplovment, while
Mr. Hall, who re|iresents this branch of the hou.se,
IS universally esteemed and respected, and is
posses.sed of an intricate knowledge of every de-
tail ot the leather trade. ■

City Carriage Works, Ousomo k Satanmnt
lenetanguishene.-Iii no line of industrial art
has greater advancement been made during the
last (piarter of a century than in the manfactnro
ot carriages, and the cumbersome and iionderous
vehicles our grandfathers regarded with pride and
delight wouhl now be looked ujion as absolute
monstrosities. A well known establishment h
IS that of the City Carriage \V.,rks
Messrs. Dusome ai

This business was founded some tliree years ago
■since when the history of this hou,se has been a
steadily progressive one. 'I'he premises occupied
consist ot a two-story stone structure. -1(1 x 70 feet
111 dimensions, and supplied with all the necessary

ere

which

I Satamant are the proprietors.

cimveniences for carrying on a business of this
kind. 1 hey use nothing but the very best of
materials which have been .selected with tfreat
care and employ only exiierieneed and skilful
workmen. All kinds of carriages, buggies, cutters,
Nleighs, etc., are made to order in the roost
approved modern styles, every satisfaction bejiur
guaranteed, while moderate prices prevail JSe
cond-hand rigs are repainted, while a specialty is
made ot repairing and liorse-shoeing. Of the
inilividiial members of tliis firm Mr. nusome is a
n.ive ot I'enetangnishene, while Mr. Satamant
was horn in the Province of Quebec Within the
la.st SIX months their business has been doubled
and IS still increasing.

140

TOWN OF PENETANGUISHEXE

The C Beck Manufacturing Co., Manufac- i
tuiers and Wliolesale Dealers in Lumber, Bill-
stuff, Shingles, etc., I'enetanguisheue.— It IS an
admitted faet that the luiuber interests of this
country form a very important item in the gen-
eral aggregate of our business. From the lum-
berman who first plies the axe to the tree in the
forest, to the carpenter that ilrives the lust nail
in the building, the most important and essential
branch of the lumber trade is that of the manu-
facturer and w holesale dealer in lumber, bill-stuff,
shingles, lath, etc. This business was established
some fifteen years ago l)y Messrs. C. Heck * ^'o--
and in June of the present year the C. Beck
Manufacturing Co. was formed. The Company
have two mills, equipped with the most im-
proved modern machinery, each having a capa-
city of 7.-),0OO feet per day ; they have also
shingle and planing mills, and last season cut
ten and a half million feet of logs. They pos.sess
a .steam barge with a capacity of S,)0,(>U() feet ot
lumber. Their supplies are cliiclly obtained rom
the north shore of the (ieorgian Bay ; two hun-
dred hands are employed, and they lind their
principal markets at Buffalo and Tonawauda by
water, and Toronto and Hamilton by rail. Ihe
connections of this house are such that all com-
missions are promptly tilled, and all kinds of tiiv.- ,
ber are cut to order at the shortest pos.Mble ;
notice. Mr. Beck has nuide this business a lite ]
study, and there are few at present engaged in ;
this busuiess whose active experience has been j
greater. ,

Corbeau Bros., dealers in Furniture, Under-
takers, Upholsterers, Contractors, etc., Peiie- ;
tanguishene.— The attention that has been given
o the production of furniture in this country
during the last few years has developed the fact :
that Canadian skill and inventive genius are quite ;

as successful in i
this inilustry as ]
they have proved ;
in many otliers. j
In Feiietangui- '
shene we have a
leading and well ,
known estal)lish-
nient in that of '
Messrs. Corbeau
Bros., whose busi-
house has
e.stablished
for tlie last
years, and
have since
that time materi-
ally increased
their connection.
The premi.ses oc-
cupied by them
consist of a three
-story building,
with a welle(|uip-
peil store, '2.")xS()
^ _^ ft in dimensions,
^3} admirably arran-
v~ "^ ged and equipped
' ' "■ with every neces
sarv appliance for the prosecution of the business.
The warerooma are replete with an extensixe
stock of parlor and bedroom furniture, sofas,

chairs, tables, etc., and in fact everything that
will add to the comfort and elegance of home.
They have the cheapest stock of Brussel carpet,
fancy plush goods, etc. , north of Toronto. Pic-
tures are framed in any desired style ; under-
taking in all its branches, with the necessary
furnishings, is satisfactorily performed, while the
tirm are also agents for the celebrated Wanzer
and White sewing machines, Mell's organs, of
(iuelph. unsurpassed by any on the market, also
the best makes of pianos. Brown's metallic weather
strips for doors, windows, etc. At this establish-
ment may also be liad alabastine, a beautiful
cohir for all kinds of walls, land plaster, grey
lime, hair for pla-tering, plaster of I'aris, and
I'ortland cement. The Messrs. Corbeau Bros, are
natives of the Province of (^lebec, and to meet
tlie re(|uirments of their western trade they are
now opening up a branch house at Sanlt 8te, Marie.

Georgian Bay House, Clias. Devlin, Propri-
etor,— In a W(uk of this kind, that treats of the
resources of the town of Penetanguisheiie, and
which is destineil to be read by those residing
elsewhere, it is, of course, our duty to speak of

ness

been

here

five

who

an establishment where visitors repairing to this
town for business or pleasure, will be enabled to
find all the comforts of home in addition to every
attention, civility and convenience possible to a
residence and sojourn in a public hotel. The
Ceorgian Bay Hoii.se was established in 1831, and
has e'v'er since enjoyed the reputation of being one
of the most popular resorts in the northern sec
tiou of Ontario. The old building was burnt
down in IS7!), and the present handsome three-
story brick structure was erecteil. The hotel
has had scve al changes of owners, but hist year
Mr. Chas. Devlin assumed possession, and it may
safely be asserted that no more popular propri
etor has wielded the reius of government in this
house. There are one hundred and ten rooms,
light, cheerful and well Ventilated, while in win
ter the house is uniformly heated by hot air.
There are pleasant parlors, smoking and reading
rooms, with a spacious dining room, while all
modern improvements have been introduced,
baths, etc.. and the best of water is obtained from
a sprhig halfa-mile away. The culinary depart
meiit leaves nothing to le desired, and in tlu'
well-appointed bar will always be found a clioicu
' supply of the best brands of liciuors and cigars
! A free 'bus meets all trains ami boats ; there arc
excellent sheds and sUbles, and attentive hostlers.
Mr. Devlin is a most obliging host, and visitors

fact everythiiiK tliat
1(1 elegance of liome.
ick of Brusael carpet,
rth of Toronto. I'io-
lesireil style ; under-
, witli the necessary

performed, while the
le celebrated Wanzcr
les, Mell's organs, of
y on the market, also
own's metallic weather
tc. At this establish-
abastino, a beautiful
Is, land plaster, grey
plaster of I'aris, and
isrs. Corbeau Uros. are

Quebec, and to meet
esteru trade they are
use at Sanlt Ste. Marie.

Chas. Devlin, Propri-
nd, that treats of the
Penetanguisheue, and
ead by those residing
>, our duty to apeak of

sitors repairing to this
sure, will be enabled to
;nie in addition to every
)nvcnieucc pos.sible to a
1 a public hotel. The
established in \Ki\, and
; reputation of being one
)rts ill the northern sec
d building was burnt
ire.scut handsome three-
is erected. The hotel
f owners, but last yeiir
1 possession, and it may
n more populiir propri-
us of government in thi,-:
uiidrcd and ten rooms,
lentilatcd, while in win
Illy heated by hot air,
IS, smoking and reading
dining room, while all
hiive been introduced.
)f water is obtained from
'. The culinary depart
be desired, and in tin
nlways be found a choiin;
s of liquors and cigars
lins and boats ; there art-
.■s, and ttltelltive hostlers,
bilging host, and visitor i

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN.

141

can rely on finding here every care and prompt
attention, while the rates are moderate.

D. Davidson, r.uniber Merchant, Penetan-
guisheue.— There is no department of mercantile
pursuit which has done more to add to the com-
mercial importance of this Dominion than that of
the lumber trade, which has now assumed pro-
portions of the greatest magnitude. The town of
Penetanguisheue has long been noted as a lumber
centre, and a leading ami representative iiousc in
this connection is that of Mr. I). David.son, who
has been engaged in this business for the last fifteen
years, and who is thus practically aciniainted with
all its details. Mr. Davidson owns two saw-mills,
replete with all niodeni conveniences, ami which
have a capacity of ,T),(»00 feet per day ; employ-
ment is given to fifty men, and suiiic .'>,()0(>.ii()0
feet are turned out per year. 'I'lie facilities of
this concern are such that the largest onleis can
belille<l on the shortest notice, and the very best
of manufactured stuff is tinned out. Mr. David-
son is a native of Hamilton, and owns two tugs
used for towing purposes, while personally he is
highly esteemed and respected.

Charles R. Sneath, Drugs ami Fancy Goods,
etc. Near Canada House — The profession of the
•Iruggist is one which operates cHcetivcly in time
of need, in arresting and alleviating the most acute
pains and ailments to which the luimaii body is
heir, and therefore deserves the most thankful and
appreciative consideratir'ii cm the iiart of the pub-
lic. In this town a well known and leading house
is that of .Mr t'harles R. Sneath, who has been
established here for the last live years, and whose
store is centrally locat-
ed, near the Canada
House, being in dimen-
sions 1 1^ X tiO feet. Here
at all times is carried
a full stock of a choice
.sclectiim of drug s,
chemicals, and all the
popular patent medi-
cines, as well as toilet
>''ation-
. : •lilies,
. pipes,
, . .HI the
appur t e 11 -
really (irst-
class establishment of
this kind. (irass and
garden seeds are always
on hand, together with a
large and varied assort-
ment of wall paper; also
ground oyster shell for poultry. Special attention i
is paid to the prescription departmeiit, physicians' I
and family prescriptions being compounded with I
care, accuracy and dispatcli. Mr. Sneath was
born near Harrie, is a graduate of the (liitario I'ol-
lege of Phaiinncy, and is now one of the examiners
of the College. Also runs branch .store at Midland, i

Anthony J. Chalue, Dry Goods, Fancy Oooils, '

(iciits' Furnishings, etc., Bon Marchc.- One of !

the representative bu.siness men of I'enefcingui- !

sliene is Mr. .Vnthony ,1. Chalue, importer and i

dealer in general dry goods, fancy goods and gents' i

furnishings, and whose e.stablishment is aptly
named the " Bon .Marehe," for a better market for
the purchaser could not well be obtained. Mr.
Chalue has a commodious and wellappointetl
store,aiid here will always be found a choice selec-
tion of the latest fashions and novelties in the va-
rious lines embraced, c.imprising amongst other
tilings imported and domestic dress goods, linens,
flannels, woolens, prints, muslins, etc. Also a full
Hue of underwear, neckwear, hosiery, fancy goods,
gloves, laces, trimmings, and a great variety of
smallwares, the whole con.stitutiiig a most com-
plete assortment. Another part of this eonipre-
heiisivc business house is devoted to clothing, hats
and caps, together with a choice line of family
groceries. Mr. Chalue is, personally, highly es-
teemed, and his goods are always of a reliable
ipiality.

W. F. H. Thompson, |)rv Goods, Groceries,
Crockery, etc.. Coal and Wood Merchant, Arcade,
Main Street. -Giie of the largest and most com-
prehensive business houses in Penetanguishene,
and one which during its existence has always
enjoyed thefull '•ontidence of the public, is that of
-Mr. \V. F H. Thonip.son, proprietor of the
well-known .\rcade. Mr. Thompson was for four-
teen years with Mr. H. H. Thonip.son, and in
187!) established him.self in his present business,
since when the history of tlie house has been a
steadily progressive one. The premises occupied,
consisting of a handsome tliree-story struc-
ture, arc located rai Main street, and ccimpri.se a
spacious st(u-e, 'JT x MO ft, in dimensions, beauti-
fully fitted up, heated by hot air, and lit by
I gasoline, while to meet the demands of the corn-

articles, b(
cry, sch'
tobacco,
fancy g.
necessary
aiices of a

pri'lifiisive business cairiedoii eleven clc-ksare em-
ployed. The large stock carried is of too varied a
luitiii e to ileal with in detail, but consists in part of
forci^iiand domestic dry goods.embracing the most
recent styles in dress goods and all standard fabrics
millinery, trimmings, etc. : also family groceries
of all kinds, special attention being paid to teas
and coffees, the teas being tne choicest production
of China, .lapaii and Assam, with coffees from
.Java, Mocha and South America. Plain and fancy
crockery and glassware arc to be had here, as well
a- a large a.-ijortment of rcady-m.ido clothing,
boots, shoes, hats, caps, etc., fresh fish, blue
berries, and other commodities. Mr. Thompson

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TOWN OF PENETANGUISHENE

is a native of Peel County, an.l by the exercise of
ener«v ana enterprise has built un Ina present
substantial business, while his establishment is a
credit to the town of his adoption.

William M. Thomp-
son, l>vy (ioods, (Jrooer-
ies, Hoots, Shoes, Hats, |
etc., Penetanguishene.— i
I'rohably there is no |
more important or neces i
sarv department of biisi- ]
ness than that which j
deals with dry goods and !
groceries, as under those ]
headings aie comprised ,
the great majority of the ,
actual necessities of <mr I
existence. Such an ex- '.
pcricnce is that of Mr.
W'm. M. 'rhompson, who
carries on an ext nsive
business in dry goods,
groceries, boots,_ shoes,
hats and caps. This is
one of the oldest cstab-
li.shed houses in the
town, ha\ inu b e en
founded by Mr. A. A.
Thompson, father of tlie
present proprietor, over
tiftv years ago, M'- )^ •
M. Thou\pson Miccecding
three years ago. The
store is 70 x 70 feet in
dimensions, and admir-
ublv adapted for this
eon'iprcliensive business.
A general line of imported and domestic dry
go,KU is carried, together with a choice .sclec

tion of family groceries, special attention being
paW t tZLf cotTees. Boots and shoes of alT
Ilescriptions are on hand, together with the a est
fashiotis in hats and cans ^■'•■, ^ V^'"P '", ' *,
iiati.-e of the town, and those having dealings

vith Idm will find him thoroughly reliaWe m a I
transactions, while personally he is much le

spected.

Charles A. Nettleton, Chemist and Druggist,
Gcmdro '! Block. -It is to the ski and science of
u'e druggist that suttering humanity looks for the
a^le^hvtion of pain. The physician may success-
fully diagnise, but it is the
chemist that prepares the
remedy. Occupying a leading
position in this learned profes-
sion is Mr. t'liarles A. Nettle^
ton, who has been estalilished
here for the last three years,
and who occupies a wcll-htted
iind c(mimodious store, HI x 40
' feet in dimensions, in (len- , , •

' dion's lUock licre will always be found a choice
' nd ca cfully selected assortment of pure drugs

Z\ chemicals, the most .lesirablc of patent medi-
: c es t . et articles, fancy goods, school-books^
• s tionery, wall papers at all prices, plaster of

Pr water-lime .see.ls, etc., and the usua drug-

^sts' sundries, together with a choice line of
i Su-s, tobaccos, pipes, etc. Physicians' pre-
i c^ti'tions and fanuly recipes -« '--.l-"- -
' with care, aocuiacv and despatcli, only puie

Ttamlan. drugs bcir.g used -M- Nett e on is a

irriduatc of the Ontario College of 1 haunacy, also
: h >. a certiticatc from the Board of Pharmacy

I \ o klvn N.V., having lifteen years experience.

He t s b"'" ^'' ^'"llingwood and is agent for
; K It. farpcntcr, of that town, wholesale dealer
I in cal oil, lubricating oils, plaster, cement, etc.

TOWN OF HANOVER.

., „„|, tbe north-western section of Ontario it

As the Saugeen Tliver winds its tortuous course ^-^^J^JZlt^^,^,^,,,,, ,,ong its-banks in
turns the wheels that operate the ma, unery m "' "^ ^;, ' " ^^ „,!, „f ^his river is Hanover. This
towns and villages One of the most tlourishing ^ ^'^f^^J^^ ,,^,„, , ,„„ ,, ;, „„ tl,e (Georgian Bay
place was settled in 1S.2 and now has a V^^^^^^^^Zy f C-cy and Bruce Counties and
;„d Lake Krie division of the (irand 1 >unU '^' \'"'^> " \' \ °,^^„t I,,, Owen Sound, the county seat
io„ the town line of Bcntinck and Brant tj--lm.«. '^^^ ^ ^,,^ ^^^, ^,„i .Valkerton. which

30 miles. It has stages running daily ^^^ ?"'''» :.!'',^;,t\"\,,,,,f,,turing cstablishmeats taking
is six miles west of the village. It con ,uns --'-P^, ■■„„,,,„ ,„„,,, ,;,,i„.t factory, tannery,
power fron, the Saugeen Kiver, and embrace «""'• ^^;^ ' "^ .^^e to a large number of people.

Lindry. and several other industries, ^^ "'^•-J' J^ , l^^ ^„„,„ they ^btah. their supplier
and thus bringing prosperity to he ■--'->'*^ '"^ ;'. ". ,„,,t,„,.„ „.,, „,thcran churches, which

There are Methodist, Episcopal, ^'^^^f^^;^'''';^^^^"^''^ P"''"-^ -■'"-'■ '^ -^'-'"""^^' '"^^^'f
are well attended and liberally ->Pl-t-'- , ^^^ \,^^ ,1,^ ,,,i , ,,auk. Here offices of tK
witii a library of ov. v 100 volumes, a -^^''^"trSnF press C mi-any are located. «nd the peopU
C;,.at N-h-Westeri^Vdegri^ O^^^ ^Ucations, it is likely to beat .„

si: m2;:L s^S:dt:.L and vil^ges in this section ..f the country.

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN.

143

Edward A. Goodeve, Dealer in Oei-.eral Goods,
Main .Street. — Tliere is one business estaljlishnient
in Hanover tliat will always and innnediiitely
attract the attention of a stranger wlien entering
tlie village. Not entirely Ijecause of its prominent
position as it stands facing tlie road leading from
the railway depot, although tlie building of which
it is partis an imposing structure of white brick,
and presents a very handsome appearance ; but
partially, also, for the reason tluit it creates sur-
prise m tlie mind of every visitor, who mentally
eu(iuiresof himself b )W so extensive an estalilisli-
ment can find support in a small and seemingly
unimpoitant village. In any case it must absorb
a great portion of tlie business supplied by Han-
over and vicinity, ind a very huge trade must be
can led on witlii.i us walls in order to maintain it.
A question or two will readily elicit some informa-
tion concerning it, for every one i)i the neighbor-
hood, and for miles around it, knew the great
store of Mr. Edward A. Coodcvc. The elder 1
resiilents have certainly had time in wliicli to j
accpiire tlieir knowledge, for it is '.'(l years ago i
since Mr. (Joodeve commenced business in the •
village. Of course he did not commence on tlie !
same large scale as lias .since lieeii reached by liim, i
but circumstances did not tlien re(|uire or iustify i
a heavy stock and extensive premises. He has :
been guided by existing conditions all tlirougli liis \
business career, and as .soon as Hanover was ripe
for a big establishment, Mr, (Joodeve invested his ]
money and produced the result whicli is now dis-
cussed. Tliere are two large stores under liis j
management, and they adjoin eacli other. Uetwecn ,
them tliey contain about SIS, 000 worth of ,^oods,
and give employment to about a dozen clerks. Tlie
annual business, it may lie stated, is estimated at
$3.">, ()()». Tlie stock field by the uniteil stores
comprising all the several lines of mercliandise, in-
cludin" dry goods, groceries, boots and slioes, liats
and caps, crockery, glassware, and ready-made
clothing, with remarkably line assortments in each.
Tlie ready-made clothing ilepartmciit is one to
wliicli more than ordinary attention has lieeii paid.
It is in liigli favor with the farmers especially,
whose sons and selves can be fitted immediately,
according to their individual ta.stes, and who can
olitain clothing of fine or coarse material as tliey
may desire. All goods are cut liy first-class
tailors, and are well and strongly made. It is
.scarcely necessary to say tliat all otiier depart-
ments are etpially well attended to, and present
rore advantages to customers who find a peculiar
satisfaction in having a large stock of any class of
goods to examine. Mr. (ioodeve was born in
Kngland, but set foot in Canada before many years
had passed over his lieiul.

C. Merkllnger, Saddler and Harness Maker,
Main Street. -In a village like Hanover there is
no more useful man tlian the saddler ,.nd liariiess
maker. Horses are in such general use that the
harness maker's services are in constant demand,
and lie becomes an important man in the commun-
ity. Mr. C. Mcrklinger lias the largest saddlery
ami liarness establishment in Hanover, and does
the largest business of any saddler in the village.
Althougli manufacturing lo order cliietly, he some-
times works for the b nefit of his store, and has a
yood stock of saddlery and liarness ware, includhig
every article necessary for the equipmeiit of a
saddle or carriage horse. His work has given

.such general satisfaction since he first commenced
business that his reputation as a tradesman extends
far beyimd the limits of the village in which his
shop is located. As a conseiiuence he is constantly
in receipt of orders from distant points, which,
with his local custom, leaves him little leisure
time during the week. The repairing branch of
his business has assumed such large proportions
during tlie last few months tliat he was compelled
to engage assistance, and now he has two or three
workmen constantly employed. The saddlery
and harness work turned out from Mr. Merk-
linger's shop is reputed to have no superior by
those who aro excellent judges of such wares, and
this strong recommendation is apparently justified
by the extent of the business which Mr. Merk-
llnger is now doing. Poor work, even if exten-
sively praised, admired, and advertised by inter-
ested parties, will accomplish anything but
beneficial results for the workman. On tlie con-
trary good work is its own advertisement, and
brings to the trailesman a large business and large
profits Tiie latter has been the case with Mr.
Merklinger, who, in his store and in his shop, has
a valuable property created by his own in a few
months. It is only one year and a half ago since
he arrived in Hanover and opened 'lis sliop, but in
a sliort time lie was, able to pro\ e that he was an
\ expert workman, and deserving of a liberal sup-
port in his bnsine.ss from the people of the village
] and adjoining country. Mr. Mcrklinger is a
Canadian of (Jerman descent. He lived for a long
I time in Williamsford, township of Sullivan. The
premises occupied by him at present on the main
I street of Hanover are located in a fine brick
j building of attractive appearance. .Mr. Merk-
I linger liad a high reputation at Williamsford for
' liis V. ork, and left that town with the good wishes
of his fellow citizens.

The Scarborough Hotel, P.. II. Middaugh,
Proprietor, .Main Street.— The Scarborough Hotel
at Hanover is a building which seems to have
been lifted bodily from the centre of a large city
and placed in the small village of wliicli it now
forms a part. It appears disproportionately large
to its surroundings, and contributes materially to
the business-like aspect of Main Street. It is two
and a half stories in heiglit, and is about .SO feet
deep by 70 feet wide. Built of white brick, with
considerable pretension to architectural beauty, it
presents a handsome and imposing appearance,
and attracts atteution as soon as tlie stranger
arrives in the village. It was built eight years
ago by its present owner, Mr. Scarborough, who
intended to run the hotel himself, but the pro-
hibitory laws of the country disgusted him, and
he abandoned his intention almost as soon as the
building was ready for occupation. The present
lessee of the hotel is Mr. K. H. Middaugh, an
American, who first saw the light of day in the
State of Ohio. Mr. Middaugh was not dis<;ouraged
by tlie fact tliat the absence of a bar would
reduce liis revenue, but set himself to work to
render his enterprise as successful as possible
without that usual appendage to an hotel. It
was in March of last year that be assumed the
management of the place, and it appears that he
possesses all the (jualifications necessary to make
a successful landlord, for his house Is attracting a
larger portion of the travelling public than ever it

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144

TOWN OF HANOVER

did before. No doubt tlie fine appearance of the
hotel, and the merits wliich iin interior view of
the building diHcover, have lielped Mr. Middaugh
in his efforts to malie the house widely popular.
It certainly possesses advantages wliich shoulil
serve it generously. It contains from 15 to 20
bedrooms, three sample rooms, and two parlors ;
while in the stables in rear tliere are stalls for 30
horses. It is scarcely necessary to say, in refer-
ence to so large an establishment, that more com-
fortable, better ventilated, or finer furnished
rooms could not with reason be desired. The
parlors are handsome apartments, there being one
on the upper and one on the lower Hoor. As
there ore three large sample rooms in the build-
ing, the commercial travellers cannot complain
that tlieir interests have been neglected. With
regard to the dining room, and the wichm that is
daily discussed therein, naught save terms of
praise can be used. The guests are sliown every
attention, and tlie members of the staff assisting
Mr. Middaugli are obliging and courteous always.
The hotel is strongly recommended.

John Ball, Druggist, Watchmaker and Jeweller,
Main Street.— It is seldom that a man is met with
who has found time in his youth to ac(iuire botli
a trade and a profession. There is such a man in
the village of Hanover, and lie has not only be-
came master of a profession and of a trade, but he
is actually engaged in both at the same time, and
carries cm a store as well. Mr. .lohn Kail is the
gentleman referred to, and his place of business is
situated in a fine two-story brick building on the
main street. He is lioth druggist and watcli-
maker, and profitably uses his knowledge of medi-
cine while he is working as n practical jeweller
and watchmaker. He manages to do this by com-
bining in the one premises a drug store and a
watchmaker's .shop, and while prescriptions are
made up at one counter, the prices of chains,
bracelets and rings, or the costs of repairs to a
watch, are discussed at the other. Mr. Uall has
a very fine stDre, and what is l)ctter, it is filled by
a valuable, although miscellaneous, stock. It is
hardly necessary to refer to his establislunent in
its character of drug store, for in this respect it
can be no better or worse than others. All pre-
scriptions are carefully prepared by competent
clerks, and no greater merit can be claimed by
other similar establisliuieiits. As a jeweller's
store, however, it may be stated that it has a
comparatively strong claim upon the favor of tlie
public as represented by Hanover's population. It
contains an admirable assortment of watches and
jewellery, in which the most diverse tastes may
be suited. The chief watch manufacturing estab-
lishments of the continent are reprc^rntcd in his
show cases, which also display a ^ nidsome

and valuable collection of finger ,s, watch

chains, necklaces, bracelets, broochi ureastpins,
lockets, and every other ornament lorined out of
gold and silver. Mr. Ball, however, has not the
same bigli opinion of his attaininents that other
people miglit have, and does not believe that they
furnish a short enough road to a competence ; so
he dabbles still more deeply in trade, nul deals in
stationery, wall paper and fancy goods. His
stock of fancy gootls is the admiration of the
vills"", f-'sr it iiicTudr..'; ;i!!y number nf pretty and
useful articles. In stationery goods he keeps on
hand a large supply, the daily newspapers, fashion

and art journals, and the latest novels being
included. Mr. liall has been in business for six
years, and during that time has created a very
desirable custom. He is almost a iiativi! of Han-
over, having been born about ten miles from the
village. His parents were Irish.

Wm. H . Goodeve, Druggist and Dealer in
Fancy (ioods, Moin Street.— A good drug store is
a blessing to any c<mimunity, and 10 years ago
Mr. Wm. H. (ioodeve bestowed that gift ujioii the
people of Hanover. In IH77 he commenced busi-
ness as a druggist, and was (juickly rewarded for
his combination of philanthropy and enterprise
by the liearty support of a very ^ide district.
Finding tliat lii.-i services to the humanity of Han-
over were duly appreciated, lie was encouraged to
go furtlier tlian drugs in liis efforts to ple.ise his
customers. The result of his energy can now bo
observed tlirough liis shop windows, or can be
noted by a glance at the e.steiior of the store
itself. The establislimeiit is located in what
many declare to be the handsomest Imihling in
Hanover, and the interior of the store is certainly
as attractive and interesting as it is possible to
make any place devoted to purely commercial
purposes. The druggist's store is never unattrac-
tive, for .so many pretty articles find a place in it :
l)Ut .Mr. Goodeve, by the several lines of goods he
introduced into his place of business, enhanced
the effect which had previously been produced.
He added to his stock a fine supply of books and
stationery, some liundreds of rolls of wall paper,
and last luit not least, a splendid assortiuent of
fancy goods. Interesting books are not readily
obtained in a small village, and even in the pres-
ent (lay Mr. Goodeve's is a boon which is fully
understood ami appreciated. All the choice
works of fiction are kept on his shelves, and the
latest novels are no .sooner pul)lished than some
books of the edition find tlieir way to his store.
He has always on hiiiid a first-class stock of wall
paper, in good and cheap (jualities. In fancy
goods he has a splen<lid assortment, a great
variety of articles being exiiibited in the show
cases. Mr. (ioodeve's business makes necessary
the employment of three clerks, and as these
clcrksmust be entrusted with the mixing of medi-
cines and the compounding of picscriptiims. thev
are trained for the position, and are competent
and reliable. .Mr. (ioodeve is an .American of
Kngliah descent, and was born in the State of New
York.

Robert Pice, Livery Stable, Main Street.—
Hanover is peculiarly well situated for the devel-
opment of the livery stable keeper and his busi-
ness. It is surrounded by a number of villages
unconnected with it by rail, and yet important
enough to render necessary communication in
some shape or other. The livery stable is, there-
fore, a \aluable institution, both to the public and
the livery stable keeper himself. The best kept
livery in Hanover is that owned by Mr. Robert
Pace, whose establishment is most favored by
travellers as well as by residents of the village.
His stables and carriage house occupy a central
position, and are convenient to guests in each of
the three principal hotels. The establishment is
noted for the completeness of its etjuipmeu-t, t)ie
stables containing an unusually large rumber of
fine carriage and saddle horses, and the carriage-

latest novels buiiig
en in ImsincHH for hIx
e lias created a very
most a native of Han-
ut ten miles from the
riah.

igglst and IVuler in
-A good drug store is
ty, and 10 years ago
«e(l that giftiipon the
(■ lie commenced Imsi-

((uiekly rewarde<l for
hropy and enterprise
a very -wide district,
the hnmainty of llan-

hc was enconrageil to
s efl'orts to ple.ise his
lis energy can now lie
1 windows, or can be

exterior of the store
is located in what
,ndsomest huihling in
f the store is certainly
g as it is possilile to
;o purely coinnierciiil
tore is never uiiattrac-
icles find a place in it :
veral lines of goods he
of business, enhanced
oHsly been produced.
le supply of books and
of rolls of wall paper,
pleiidid assortment of
books are not readily

and even in the pies-
a boon which is fully
:od. All tlie choice
n his slielves, and the
■ published than some
licir way to his store,
irst-elass stock of wall
) nualities. In fancy

assortment, a great
ixliibited in the show
incss makes necessary

clerks, and as these
th the mixing of incdi-
; of prescriptions, thev
11, and are competent
ve is an American of
)rn in the .State of New

table, Main Street. —
situated for the devel-
! keeper and his busi-
' a number of villages
lil, and yet important
ry communication in
livery stable is, there-
both to the public and
imself. The best kept
owned by Mr. Robert
t is most favored by
isidents of the village,
ouse occupy a 3entral
ut to guests in each of
The establishment is
of its e'-juipmcnt-, the
lually large i; umber of
rses, aud the carriage-

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN.

145

house being filled with «niart-looking and fashion-
able rigs. The vehicles Mr. Pace has for hire in-
clude every description of carriage or cart, from
the rakish turnout to the demure and staid look-
ing top buggy. His horses are possessed of speed
and stylo, and are not liable to be passed by any
animal tliey may happen to encounter on the road.
Witli the advantage of good stock in his stables,
and fine looking rigs in ids carriage house, Mr.
Pace has never had rea.«on to complain of dull
times. I'eople must travel, even where railways
are noli to be found, and they can thank fortune
that 111 the ab.sence of track or train there is an
excellent livery like Pace's to enable them to
expeditiously tiausfict their business liy furnish-
ing means of transport from one point to another.
As might be expected, Mr. Pace does a very largo
bu.siness with botli tourists, travellers and resi-
dents. In addition to his livery stable he runs
tiie only omnibus that connects the railway
station with the village. The distance between
the station and village is just sulliciently Imig to
tempt nearly every one to enter the " bus," and
consequently Mr Pace collects a good many
dimes every week from passengers alighting from
the railway trains, and from travellers Icavhig
Hanover for some other point. It will be seeTi
from Mr. Pace's enterprise that he is a shrewd
business nan, and one who will be always alive
to the needs and opportunities of the hour. He
is a native Canadian, of English descent.

Hanover Tannery, (4eorge Hollinger, Town
Line. — Of several branches of manufacture, the
village of Hanover has but one representative.
Among those who are thus pleasantly placed,
with i! monopoly in his hands, which leaves him
with a clear field for business operations, is Mr.
(ieorge Hollinger. Mr. Holl'-iger is the pro-
prietor of Hanover's only tannery, which he
established over twenty years ago. At th;Vt time
there was not much in Hiinover to recommend it
to persons contemplating a manufacturing enter-
prise, but to Mr. Holliiigfr's mind there was an
oppm-tunity presented by the absence of opposi-
tion. Accordingly he started the tannery, and i
ooiiimenced the manufacture iif leather, and his i
good judgment has been rewarded by good luck, |
as in all the twenty years in which he has been in :
business, no other tanner came to Hanover for the ;
purpose of disputing his claim, or of attempting
to wrest from him a share of the field over which
he so long had scli po.ssession. Up to the present !
time Mr. Hollinger has confined himself to the [
manufacture of sole and harness leather, and has :
found a market for all that he could produce. •
Probably the fact that he has devoted his wiiole I
attention to these two descriptions of leather
accounts for the superior (piality of the article j
turned out by him. At all events his manufacture !
obtains a wide sale, and is highly praised through- i
out the country. The saddlers and shoemakers of ■
the counties of Grey and Bruce use it in prefer-
ence to any otheifwithin their immediat reach, and
express their confidence in its good ([ualities in '
the most emphatic terms. These gratuitous adver-
tisements have naturally a very beneficial effect
upon Mr. Hollinger, for whose leather there is a
steady and eager demand. Ifuring the 20 years
in which his tannery h.a.". h,"cr, in existence he has
never experienced a period of depression, but on
the contrary his business has maintained a good

average, and the doors of his tannery were never
elosecb For this fact the merits of the leather
produced by him are largely responsible, for good
work tells in every trade and occupation. Of late
years Mr. Hollinger has been able to keep half-a-
dozen men employed and can keep them con-
stantly occupied. He uses a l.'i horse-power
engine and 20 horse-power boiler ; the tannery
buildings, erected on the side of a hill, are two in
number and two stories in height. Mr. Hollinger,
having lived many years in Hanover, is well
known throughout the village and adjoining
county. He has no enen.ies, and the great major-
ity of his acijuaiiitances are warm friends. He is
tt Canadian, born of Irish parents.

J. McMillan, U'atchinaker and Jeweller, Main
Street -Apparently Hanover has been making
some progress during the last three or four years,
judging from the number of new arrivals in the
village. The majority of recent additions to the
population, however, have been business men or
tradesmen who moved to Hanover for the purpose
of opening a store or workshop of their own.
; Kven this fict must be accepted as evidence, if
not of a proper and desirable growth of the village
itself, of at least a thicker settlement of the
country surrounding. business establishments
; cannot thrive upon one another, and there must
I be a certain and large proportion of uncommercial
I people to support them. Among the recent arri-
j vals in Hanover may be named Mr. ,1. McMillan,
{ a_ gentleman who settled in the village with a
j view of establishing himself in business as a
watchmaker and jeweller. It is little more than
a year ago since he entered the village, and leased
the store in which he proposed to tight the battle
of life. This store is located on tlie main street,
j and conveniently situated in the centre of the
village. Having chosen an admirable position
from which to commence the struggle for a full
share of the public's patronage, he placed in his
store a superior assortment of watches and jevcl-
lery, and was prepared to act either as salesman
or tradesman. In fact it was as a watchmaker
and working jeweller that he expected to be most
in demand, and counted but little upon the pro-
ceeds of sales. He was agreeably disappointed to
tiiid that his store had attractions for both old and
young in the village, and that his stock would bo
of more service than a mere advertisement of his
workshop. Under ordinary conditions it is pro-
bable that his watches and wares in gold and
silver would be passed by unnoticed, and villagers
in search of either ornaments or timepieces would
believe that only in the large establishments of
the cities could they be advantageously pur-
clia.sed. But Mr, McMillan was determined that
he would give his customers a good stock to select
from in case an intending purchaser occasionally
turned up, and that if any busuiess of this nature
could be done in the village he would be prepared
to do it. As a practical watchmaker and jeweller
he has made a local reputation for himself, and
does a brisk business in repairing. He is recog-
nized as a skilled tradesman, and an acquisition
to^ Hanover. Mr. McMillan was resident in
Walkerton for many years, where he learned his
trade and remained until a year or so ago, when
he went north and settled in Hanover. He is a
native Canadian of .Scottish parentage.

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14(1

TOWN OF HANOVER

John R. Stone, Dealer in (Jenerftl Ooodn, Main
.Street.— Only one half year ago Mr. Joliti U.
Stone journeyed to Hanover and oiieued one ol
thoBe general »tore.s that flourish in every countiy
town. He left I'cterbnro' with that ohjeot in
view, ami has not yet diseovere.l cause for regret
that he carried out his intention. HlB store is
certainly one of tlie largest and one of the best
stocked in the village, and although scarcely six
months in business, he has a custom which
many wouhl seek vandy after six years. His
business einl)race.l an i...usually large number of
departments, and a large number of articles that
belonged to no department at all. 1 he usua
lines «ere augmente.l by others seldom included
in general stores, and each department was so
fully represented that the entire stock reached a
value of $1S,(KM) or ftl4,0(l(). This is the kind of
a store that he is conducting at present, anil the
kin.l of a stock that brouglit him custom at the
beginning and is increasing now. For dry gooils.

' boots anil slioes, groceries, crockery, glassware,
hats and caps, oilcloths, carpets, house furnish-

; ings, etc., tliere is no other store in the viUage
that can 1* visitedwith better or more satufactory
results. Mr Stone is a young man who is ex-
perienced in business matters, and has a thorough

'. knowledge of the science of store-keeping. He is
in possession of those business .instincts which,
))etter than knowledge, are of incalculable advan-
tage to the storekeeper or commercial man gener-
allv. So far lie has guided Ids enterprise with
considerable skill, and despite the formidable
oppositicm otlered l)y the presence, in the village,
of so many other general stores, has alreatly
secured a custom of comfortable and encouraging
dimensions. Mr. Stone was born in Ayt(m, t)nt.,
but his parents were not, having hrst seen the
light of day illuminating the green hi Is of Ivin.
The most of his vouth was passed m Peteiboro ,
from wldch town he removed when he decided to
conimeucc business in Hanover.

TOWN OF COLLINGWOOD.

There is probably no town in Ontario more beautifully situate.l than is CoUingwood. It is at the
n.onH!:Uhe Pretty Kiver. which gives excellent water powerfor the nume,.us — - --« ^ ;
lishments located on its banks, and is on the south shore of Nottawasaga Hay ^'^ « " ;^^.; ^ ,,
reached by the Northern line, and is the terminus of the Beetoii .t CoU.ngwoo.l branch "^ ^he V. th
& Northwestern Railways in Nottawasaga township, county of S.mcoe. I is dl tant 9. miles to^tl
north of Toronto, and is 3.) miles north-we.st of H.irrie, which is the county seat. 1 is '^t« ''';';*•'

the Blue Mountains, from which agnihcen. view of the Georgian Kay and surrounding '^-^^^^y

be obtained. It is admirably adapted for lake shipping tra.le, having an exteimve 'l-^^ ^ "»;"°
tion, capable of receiving the largest vessels sailing on the lakes, /'-'^--^^irif .^^ ,Tw
proved iLieHcial to the present town, for the wooden structures des royed '>-- '^^ ' f ^J^^^^
Lnds ,me brick edifices. There is an excellent and ethcient Hre department, and t«'<=l'^- ; ^^^ *- ^
and express facilities are enjoyed, as well as a daily mail, while steamboats run *- - ' ^^'^ J^ ^^
Arthur and intermediate Lake Superior ports, and Sault Ste. ^ arie, and weekly to '" y ^ -";';^
ing the season of navigation. There are grain elevators, saw, flour and planing '".'> '^'j^" " '« ^^° [^ '
fomidries and numerous other manufacturing industries, while the shipments eons.s 'f -"•"■;,'; ;
produce and the products of the manufactories. To attend to the religious wants of ;>'« °1 Jf'
L ten churches : Methodist, Catholic, Kpi-scopal. Disciple, Presbyterian ^-^^^^:;^^^^^^^^
four public schools with 1 ,00.) pupils, and a tlollegiate Institute. '1 liere is •;., /-''^'^^^^-^^'^^VJi",
a library of .S.OOO volumes, aud a music hall having a seating capacity for (.00, and two b i ks wh
two we kly newspapers, the E,«erprU. and HMru., keep the people well informed on *;«•.-*
town and the wl.rld in general. The asse.s.sed valuation o' '- -^ I'--"'\^ l''°l ^ ^ "b '
$1 196 113, while the population exceeds 3,300. The merchants of Collmgwood are lue, actut
ness men. aud take a lively interest in all matters that tend to the welfare of the town.

Georgian Bay Consolidated Lumber Co.,

Melville it Cooper, CoUingwood. — (Jue of the
largest mills on the shores of the Georgian 15ay are
those run by the corporation existing under the
title of tlie (Jeorgian Hay Consolidated Lunil)er
Company. The enterpri.se was started in l.SOOby
the firm of Hotchkiss, Peckliani & Hoag, and con-
tinued in the hands of these gentlemen until 18/4,
when the Hon. W. K. Uodge, of New York, ob-
tained a controlling interest. After a few years
tlie CoUingwood Lumber Company disappeared,
aud its place was filled by the present organiza-
tion, known as the (ieorgian Bay Consolidated
Lumber Co. During the last two years Messrs.

Andrew Melville and D. O. Cooper have con-
ducted the business. The annual output from the
mills is six to seven million feet of lumber and
three million of laths. The buUdings m whuli
this tremendous (juantity of material is turueil
out have, of course, been ccmstructed on an ex-
tensive scale. The dimensions of the mam struc-
ture are 00 feet by "JOO feet, and two stories in
lieight. Then tliere are a number of othces, store-
houses, stables, etc. It will be learned with
interest that live houses have been erected nc;u'
the premises as residences for some of the en,-
ployees at the mills. Ten acres of ground are
used as a yard for the storoge of lumber. H.;-

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN.

147

crockery, glassware,
arpets, liouae furnish-
31- store in the village
;er or more satisfactory
foung man who is ex-
srs, aud has a thorough
f store-keeping. He is
,ine»a .instincts which,
I of inoalculahle advan-
commercial mangener-
lmI liis enterprise with
espite the formidable
iiesence, in the village,
il stores, has already
rtahle and encouraging
as horn in Ay ton, (»nt.,
having first seen the
the green hills of Krin.
s iiassed in Peterhoro',
,'cd when he decided to
lover.

dlingwood. It is at thi-
ns manufacturing estab-
,y, Cieorgian ISay, and is

branch of the Northern

distant 95 miles to tlic
<eat. It is at the foot of
iirrounding country may
jujive dock acconnnodii
isastrous fire of ISHl has
liavc been replaced witli
and telephone, telegraph
in twice a week to Port
kly to I'arry Sound, dui •
ng mills, knitting works.

consist of grain, lumber,
•ants of the people thci i-
1 Raptist, while there arc
Mechanics' Institute witli
)0, and two banks, whilu
ormed on the news of the
onal property amounts to
trood are live, active busi-

tlie town.

D, fi. Cooper have con-
lie annual output from tlie
illion feet of lumber and

The buildings in whiih
by of material is tuiiuil
311 constructed on an e\-
uusions of the mahi strui ■

feet, and two stories in
a number of offices, ston ■
t will be learned with
( have been erected neiu'
ices for some of the en.-
Ten acres of ground aif

storoge of lumber. Bi;-

tween ninety and one hundied men are con,staiitly
engaged at the millH. Furthermore, to convey a
due appreciation of the importance iind extent of
the industry in this (wrticular instance, it may be
mentioned that in the mills there are used three
engines, seven boilers, two circular saws and gang,
and edgers, trimmers and lath mills. Tlie linn
finds liberal markets in Western Canada and the
Kastern States. .Mr. Melville is a native of Scot-
land, and came to Canada four years ago. He is
sixty years of age. Mr. Cooper is a Canadian of
Scotch descent, and is thirty-six years of age. He
came to CoUingwood about loiirteen years ago,
and has licen engaged in the lumhcr business ever
since.

D. Oliphant, Dnugist, Huron Street. due of
the piiinipal (Irug stores in CoUingwood is that
owned liy Mr. I). Oliphant, a gentUman with
some thirty-eight years' experience in the world,
and some twenty years' experience with tiiedi-
cines, drugs and chemicals. Hii pace of busi-
ness is situated on Hurnn Street, tliree <lo(ns west
of the post otHce, and i < he is a popular man in
the town, known to i/c a competent and relialile
compininder of medicines, he has a large business
connection and is in prosperous circumstances.
The establishment was opened some twelve yeari
ago by Mr. .1. H. Holland, wlio, one year lat(;r,
made Wiiy for the present proprietor. Tlie store
is '.iJ X (10 feet, and has a coinpounding depart-
ment uttaclied. Its stock is arranged witli mnch
care and taste, for in the disposal of goods in a
drug store much taste c.^n lie displayed ; and this
tact, in addition to tlie sjiacious, liglitsomc char-
acter of the premises, gives the place an attrac-
tive appearance. Mr. Oliphant is a member of
tlie Ontario College of I'harniacy, and liad his
lirat experience at the business in the wholesale
warehouse of l.ynian, Klliott k Co., Toronto. As
is usual with druggists, Mr. Oliphant pri'scnts for
sale a immher of specific remedies prepared hy
himself. They find a ready sale, and are accepted
with the utmost confidence in tlieir etllcacy be-
cause their value lias become widely known.
Among his special preparations are Bronchial
Lozenges, Canadian lienovating Fluid, IJaby's
Soothing Syrup, Household Liver I'ills, House
hold Cough Syrup, Household Diarrlicca Itemeily,
Iron Tonic Bitters, Scotcli Condition Powders,
White Hose Eye Salve, etc., etc. Mr. Oliphant
is a good business man, possessed of fine social
iliialities, and no doubt will, at no distant date,
make his mark in the afl'airs of CoUingwood.

Gingrich & Co., Xottawa Woollen Mills, Col-
liugwood — The Nottawa Woollen Mills, one of the
most important industries in the county, are situ-
ated about three miles south of CoUingwood. As
sliort a time as they have liccn in existence there
is (juite a history attached to thcni. I'liey were
established in 1SS2 by the linn of Hang iV Kby,
hut the title was .soon changed, and for a short
time afterwards the mills were run by Haug ,t
Company. Then Haug & Company pas.sed out of
public view, and (iingrich ,t Co. became propri-
etors This was in 1SS4 when Mr. N. W. Uing-
rich and E.W. B. Snider entered into partnership.
They now do a very hirtre hicnl trade, and their
goods have forced their way tnrongh the entire
Province. They manufacture chiefiy tweeds,
hlankets, Hannels and yarns, and each class of

goodi has been widely commended by judges,
while the pulillc has shown its apprcciatuin by
purchaaini; extensively. It may be mentioned
that much of the present success of the mills is
due to the sagacity and ability of Mr. L. Webber,
the manager, who has been in charge during the
past four years. Mr. Wehher is a young man to
accept the responsibilities conncctiid with the
management of so large a concern, hut the fact
remains that he has discharged them satisfactor-
ily. He is only .'1'2 years of age. The mill, which
is what is termed a " one-set mill," is located, as
already stated, three miles south of CoUingwood.
This is at a place called Nottawa, a small village
with a post office attached The building is a
substantial brick structure, ."lO feet by 110 feet, and
four stories in lieight. On the first floor is tlie
tinishing room, on the second the weaving depart-
ment, on the third the card and spinning room,
aud on tiie fourth the dyeing room ; the fourth
Ihior is also used as a store room. In summer the
mills arc run liy water power, the necessary force
being supplied by the Pretty River, which flows
past ; during tln^ winter months steam jiower is
used. Mr. I'',. W. \i Snider, one of the partners,
was born in Waterloo county, and is 4:t years of
age. He is, as his mime intimates, of (terman
descent At present he is the representative of
North Waterloo in the Ontario Legislature, serv-
ing his third term. Mr. N. W. (iingrich was also
born in Waterloo county, is also of (lerman de-
scent, and is one year younger than his partner,
Mr. Snider.

James S. Martin, Planing Mill, and Sash and
Door Factory, l''iftli Street. —One of the busiest
men in CoUingwrsid is .Mr. .James S. Martin, con-
tractor. It is (Uily ime short year since he com-
menced business in the town, and his ]U'ogress
has been wonderfnlly rajiid. .Mr. Martin is an
Irishman witli all the good i|ualitics of the race.
He was horn in ISIiH, and did not leave his native
country until three years ago, when he came to
Canada. He first made his hume in Markham
township, but after a resilience of one year in that
district he ilrcw out his stakes again, and jour-
neyed to CoUingwood in search of fortune. A
gentleman named McKecn was then running in
that town a planing mill, and sash and door fac-
tory, which he had cstalilished in l.SSL One
year after Mr. Martin's arrival in CoUingwood,
and al.so one year ago from the present date, Mr.
Martin liought out McKeen's mill and factory,
and continued them on his own account. As
already iiitimate<l, he met witli imnuMliate and
rcmarkahle success. Of con se this large measure
of success was not obtained without the exercise
of due energy and jiropcr attention to the ipiality
of the work turned out by him. He impressed
the people favorably, and the confidence reposed
in him hy lliose with whom he had business deal-
ings has liad the very natural result of benefiting
him materially. In the planing mills he employs
seven or eight hands regularly, and on contract
work has about fifteen men engaged. As a con-
tractor he has many demands upon his time and
sci \ ices, undertaking contracts for buildings, crib
work and Coveriiment work. His business has
increased so rapidly that he found himself com-
|ielled to In'Ti'-TsH tlie pvPHent capacity of his prem-
ises, which are now (iO feet liy SO feet in extent.
In connection with his mill and factcny he uses a
25 horse-power engine.

14»

TOWN OF fOLLINOWOOl).

Collingwood Dry Dock. Ship Building and
Foundry Company. Tho Inrgest luid most impor-
tiint <>f private! uiitcipiiiieH ((miliictcil in tliu north-
frii country U that known an tlio " (;olinnwoo<l
T)rv I »"'•!<. Hliii> HiiiUlingand Konn.lry Company
(Ij'iiiitea)." Tlio Dry Oouk »n.l Koun.lry are
situated on the Hlioro of tlio (IcorKian Hay, ho that

thcri' in a iliroot water „

coinmuniiation with all
placeH on tho laktH, while
the Northi'M and NoiHi
WeNtern Railway provich h
railroad innnectiou with
all pointH of tlie lonipasH.
Under thexe liapjiy eir-
ounistanri'M, and with am
pie capital to cut a road
to Kucoess, the (;ompany
c(mld scarcely fail to ac
eonipiish the ends foi
which it was formed,
namely, to increaseit^ own
wealth and the wealth "f
the country in which it
was a pioneer organiza-
tion, Before entering into
details concerning the ex-
tent of tlie Company's
works, it may l)e us well
to give a brief historical
sketch ot the Company it
self. To liegin wi li. the
foundry was established
in l.H.")7 hy a Mr. Hurley,
who, a few years later, was
aucceeiled in the proprietorsliip and n-anagcmciit
hy tilt firm of Cameron it Moberly, who were m
time .succeede.l 1:> tlie present compaiiv in Novem-
ber of last year. Six years ago the di y dock was
opened by Messrs. ,1. D. .Silcox iV; Andrews, and
as it was soon discovered that a mutual bcnelit
would he derived from a blending of interests, an
alnialgamationsclieme with tlie Foundry Company
was proposed and accepted. About .i year ago,
tlicrefore, an amalgamation of the two interests

years ago ; Mr A. A. VVeddell Ih a young itian o
thirty-tiv« yearn, and Mr. R. Weddell lia« reached
thirty-mren yettr«. Mr. .1. D. Silcox, who Ih forty
years of ago, was horn under the Stars and Stripes.
Mr. Ceo. MolnTly is an Knglishnidii, who has
been in Canada for many years, and ia hlty-hve
veai-B of age. The dry dock Is built of stone, and
is by far the largest on the
,. 1 , 1 ,1 1 ._,^— ■. .i. u i; w^ lakes, and has caimcity for
' >Mi the largest veHsel floating
"l on Canadian waters, or,

i indeed, on any of the great
i lakes which may not be
' claimed as entirely (ana-
ilhin. ItisfuUy e(|Uipped
in every respect, and a-.
I there is a large Bhipyard
; in ccmnection with it, the
^ Company can successfully
; undertake all kinds oi
' ship building, ship work,
etc., either in wood or
; iriii. They have always
. in stock a luge supply
' of ship timber and othei
: material, and are supplied
' with all re(|uisite8 for ship
■ building. A broad deep
:' channel connects the wa-
ters of the bay with the
dock, which can acconi-
luodate ves.sels even larger
than th.' great (|.1M;.
steamers. It is sixteen
feet deep, and H7'> feet
long and vessels can be floated and the water
pumped <uit of the dock in the remarkably short
peri.'d of four hours. The dock, it may he adc ed,
has an entrance I HlO feet to the gates, and m
width between tlie retaining walls there is sixty
feet. The gates are protected by abutments and
wing walls, laid in cement. The engine used in
the working of the steam pump ia one of seveiits -
live horse-power. Altogether the dock is a niagiu-
licent and very interesting specimen of mechanicid

was effected, and the present company was formed.
Th« following are the otHcers of the new organiza-
tion : I'rcsident, T>. Fleming, < '. K. (brother of
Sanford inemiug) ; Vice-President, .1. D. Silcox ;
Sec-Treas., 11. Weddell ; General Manager, A. C.
Weddell. Mr. George Mol)erly, barrister, is also
one of the directors. A little more information
regarding the gentlemen named, may, jicrhaps,
be^aceepfahle. Mr. Fleming is a native <.l Ncotiiind,
and is mty-tive years of age. The Weildells are
Scotchmen who came to this cunntry about sixteen

ingenuity and skill. There are several different ile-
paTtments connected with the foundry. There is
the machine shop, which is forty-five feet liv
.seventy -seven feet and has two stories. There is
the boiler shop, forty-five feet by seventy-seven
feet also, and one story in height. The blacksuiitli
shop is thirty-five by forty feet, the grinding rooiii
twenty-five feet by twenty-eight feet, the engiiR'
room twenty fccc by thiftj' feet, siid ths .r.r.i-vv
proper forty-Hve by fifty feet. There *re also a
number of sheds adjoining which are used for stor-

xlili'll 1h a young mini of

K. Wuildell ha» roai'he(\

J. I). Silcox, who Ih forty

l«r the Stars and Stripes.

I KngliHhmAii, who lia^
y yeivrH, ami is lilty-tivi
x'k Ih l)uilt of Mtone, im.i
< |py fur till' liir(,'ent on tin
ikoH, mid liRH fiil>acity fm
he lwf?eHt VBHsel tloivti«(;

II Caiiudiaii waters, oi ,
luh'rd, on any of the great
iikcM whieli may not h<
laiiiied as entirely (aim
Han. ItiHfiillyeiiuippecl
II every respect, anil a
here is a lai>;e ohipyanl
II oonneotion with it, tlic
Ompaiiy can HUi:iesHfull>
indertake all kinds (p|
iliip Imilding, eliip work,
^to., eitlier in wood or
I'lii. Tliey have always
II Htoek a l.iige Hupniy
)f Hhip tiniher and othci
iiaterial, and are supplied
rtitli iill rei|iiiHites for ship
luiilding. A luoad deep
•Imlinel conneets the wa
tera of the hay with the
loek, whieli can aeuoni-
iiKxlate vessels even larger
tliiiii the great C.V.U.
steamers It is sixteen
feet deep, and 37.") feet
le floated and the water

in the reiiiarkahly shoit
he dork, it may he added,
feet to the gates, and in
iniiig walls there is sixty
tected hy abutments and
eiit. The engine used in
in pump is one of seventy •
pettier the doek is a magiii-
iig speeimoii of inechanieid

ere are several different de-
ith the foundry. Then i^
ieli is forty-five feet 'y
has two stories. Tlien- is
tive feet hy seventy-seviii
in height. The hlacksmitli
irty feet, the grinding room
■ntyeight feet, the eiigino
;irt.y feet, !vnd thn ff.v.iiilvy
ty feet. There ire aha a
ling which are used for stor-

REPRESENTATIVE Ht'8lNEH8 MEN.

149

age purposeH. The pattern department is loeated
on the iijiper Hat of tli.' ma.hine shop. Steam
powwiHUseil in every department in whi.h itean he
applied. Twenty-four men are einploye.l in tlie
foundry and liotween twelve and fifteen ar" i»r

niHiiently oeeiipied in the dry dock. Vr these tig-

lueMand the description aeuompanying tlieni .some
lea inav he fornioil of the eapahilities iiml the ex-
I lilt of the operations of tliel ollingwooil I )iy j look ,
Ship Kuildiiig and Foundry Company. As n eoiise-
i|mnee their business eonneotloir is spreading
thoughout the entire Province. Their specialties
III manufacture are sUtionaiy and marine enginog
iind boilers, light ami heavy ■mill ina.hinciy, saw-
dust or mill refuse burners, propeller wheels,
steam pumps, tugs, dredges, steam launches!
tiiriitables, ami iron liridges.

J. Nettleton & Sons, .Mci hant Tailors, llnron-
tiirio .Street.— Tiie latest fashions are to he obtain-
ed and the lowest rates only are always chargi-d.
It is in the aNsortmeiit of goods presented, how-
ever, that this estubliMhment has its greatest ad-
vantage over rival concerns. Choice pieces of
imported tweeds, broadcloths, doeskins, etc., are
always to be found on itssliehis, and pattern and
ipiality can readily be selected to suit ditierciue
ill taste or means. Of course the firm does a large
Innil trade, but its work is sought for from ports
on bake .Superior and Georgian Hay. I lie biisi-
iicss of the above nieiitioned linn was established
ill IS,-)S by Mr. ,). Nettleton, and two years ago
twoof his soiw, Messrs. J. H. and ,)ohii' \V. Net-
tleton, were taken into |)artiiersliip Although a
very extensive and protitabh- trade had been
established when the tirm was organizeil, by the
iiihnissioii of tlie junior Nettletons it received "ficxli
impetus, and during the last two veais there has
been a further e.xteiisioii of tlie'biisiness. The
building occupied is a two storv brick structure on
Huroiitario .Street, t« "nty-feet wide and tiftysi.x
feet in length Mr. J. Nettleton, the senior mem-
herof thetiiiii, was born tiftytive years ago at
Lofthduse. VorUshire, Kngland. Both his lather
aii.l his grandtather had been merchant tiiilors
ill Ins native village. Having learned his trade
with his father young Nettlct,<in set out to .seek his
fortune. He visted Leeds, London, .Manchester,
iiiid Liverpool in the order named, and in the lat-
ter city met and married Miss Kli/abeth Woiiiers-
les_._ This was in May, I s.Vi. I„ April of the year
1S,")7, he came to Canada, and took up lii^ resid-
ence in Toronto. He renmined in that city but a
short time, and passed on to Markham. The vil
liiu'i' did not suit him. and after a resilience there
of u few months he made his way to Colliiigwood.
In l.sr)9, or almost immediately "after his arrival,
he started in business for liimseif, and hascoiitiiiued
it to the present day. His integrity, intelligence
and industry were speedily recognised by liis fel-
low-townsmen, and in lH(i7 he was elected by
iici laniation a town coiinuiller for one of the wards.
1 luring the si.xteen following years he licid the
po.-ition either of counciller or deputy-reeve In
l>v-, he was elected Mayor, lieiiig re-elected to
the [Kisition this year, he is now honored hy the
title of the " Jubilee .Mayor. " In ISb'i he entered
tlie order of Free-.Ma.soiiiy, jilid has since taken

a Bleat iiitjirost in the organization He has held
a niimbi'r of subordinate olHces iiieonneetion with
it. being^elected a W.M. for the tirst time in the
year IS»I7. ||(. hum instrumental in instituting
several lodges tliidiighout the country. His ser-
vices as a Krecmason were recognized tiy his breth-
ren recently who presented him with a full set of
grand lodge reg.ilia He is also a past eminent coin-
iiiander of Hiironlario Kncampmeiit of Knights
lemplar, is prominent in the Ancient Order of
I nitcd Workmen, the .Select Knights, and the
Sons of Kngland Uenevolent Society.

Best & Nettleton, Importers of Wines, Liipiors
and < igars The linest establishment in Western
Canada, in the particular line of biisiiiesM to which
It IS devoted, i undoubtedly that of Hest it Net-
< t etoii. The pi.inises occupied by the (inn, on
the mam street in Collingwood, are liandsonie and
imposing, and contribut.' materially to the smart,
l'UMiies.s-like appearance of the thoroughfare on
which they are situated. The dimensions of the
building are '2-2 \ I Hi feet, ami there are three
stories. .Messrs. liest & Nettleton, it may he as
well to mention at once, are wholesale importers
ot wines, liipiors and cigars. Their business is a
large one, and consei|uently they (ind use for
every inch of room in the tine building occupied
built and owned by them The lirst lloor is the
salesroom, the second tloor is ii.sed as a store
room, and the third tloor has been coin erteil into
a iMHi.leil warehouse. The ba.sement makes an
I xcelleiit bottling departnieiit and shipping room
Naturally the large trade conducted by the lirn'i
iei|uires the .services of a good stall' of a.ssi,tants,
and it w ill be no surpri.se to learn that itxclusivt'
of the proprietors there are ■,ix men employed
either as clerk.- or porters llieir business ex-
tends over a whle area, and they ship their liipiors
and cigars to many distant points With the
upper lake ports they do a tine trade, and the
counties of Dntlerin, Grey, I'eel, South Simcoe
and .Miiskoka, are almost their own as far as busi-
ness purpo.ses are eonccrued. In the town of
I.rampton, also, they have a profitable market.
.Mtogetlier. they turn over about .'j!,SO,(iiM) every
year, and can be considered as men well on the
way to fortune. They are sole agents in Colling-
wood tor the .sale of Carling's ale.' Their store is
most handsomely fitted up, the fiiniishiiigs being
provided expvessly for the lii|iior trade Kvery-
thini; in connection with the ei|uipment of the
establishment is of a costly and elegant character,
evidences of taste and wealth ahoimdiiii; on all
sides, 'ihe premises are supplieil with The elec-
tric telegraph call system, iiid there is teleiihone
commuiuciition with all parts of the town. Mr.
D. .M. liest, the senior member of the tiim, was
born in I'ort Mope ;i;j years ago. lie came to
Collingwood in l.s(i7, and with the e.xceptien of
short perioils of absence, has remained there ever
sin.-. .Mr. W. W Nettleton. w ho is a son of the
pi nt .Mayor of Collingwood, is :i-2 years of age,
ai ,vas horn in Liverpool, Kngland, He wa,s
on, lour years of age, however, when he accom-
panied his parents to the town in which he now
resides.

150

TOWN OK MKAFOKl)

TOWN OF MHAI'ORD.

Ill that Noctioii cif country in

the I'rovinco of (hitiirio BurroHiKling tlio Ouorgiiin ftiy, im; iniuiy
tl..-iJinK'aml proKTcH.l've 7illa««« an.l towns, which ar. n.aking the cunfy to MoHm.m lilie tl... n»c.
A.no„K th.... in the town of Mc.vfor.l, which i« «ituat..l on tl>e ImnkH of the lUg Head River, where . I
(allH into the (ieorgian lUy. It in in St. Vincent township, in the county of (irey. ""«» '« ''•"•-■''^'1 \y
the north.rn line of tl>e N,.rthern S: NcrthweHtern Kailwayn, of which it U the ternnnus, and In Is
mil,.- north.^.Ht of Ow. m Soun.l, which Ih the county »eat. Tliere in an excell..!;t ;„ul.:-r. where Hteani-

>f nianufacturn.
i;h iniduileH Hour,

Htalilinl
ttw and

boatH call roKulii'ly 'l">inK tlic H.'aMon of ,.avi«ation. TIutc are a nui.dier

ment-( here, which are Hiippl'"'* «''>' l"'"'«'' "'"" ''"' '*''< "''"'* "'"''' "'" , . ,

woollen niilU, foundrion, etc.. while linh, grain, leather, produce and nmchinery are -lupped
ford wan Hettled in Ih:«». and wan incorporated a town in 1874. There are KpiHCopal, Catlwdic, .Mctlio-
di«t. Disciple and IVcsl.yteriau clnrchen. which are liberally .upi-rted aud w-ell attended : al.o .,
nublic Hchool and .NUrhanics' Institute, a town hall, having a Heating capacity of .<(MI, while one bank
atten.lH to the fmancial atlairs, and two weekly n..WHpaperH, ti,o .I/omVor and the .I/,n'or embody
neWH of the week, both local and gcniMal. .Stagen run twice a day to Owen ^ound. Olhces ol
(Ireat Northwestern Telegraph Company and Vickers' Kxpre«M are located hero, and
ceived daily.

mail

the
the

IS re

Trout 4 Jay. Land and Money IJrokcrs, .^ykeH
Street -Among the ohUnt settlers in the Meafonl
district are MeHMrs. .las. Trout ami (.'liarUs Hugh
,biy now axsociated in tlie tirm of " Trout k .In y,^
L»nd ami .\l<uuy Brokers, IiiMUrance Ag.ut.s, etc.
Mr Trout, « ho was b)in in Norval, county ot
ilaiton, paid lux lirst visit to the preKeiitHiteot
Meaf(U-d f(uty two yeaiH ago. The couple of build-
ingH tlien erected gave no promise tliat the nov
flourishing town wmild ever c(mie into cxistince.
In fact, iiidicati(Ui.s pointed to anotlier 8ix)t on the
(ieorgian May shore, eight or ten miles distant, as
the more probable site tor a settlement^ . '.V-.','/
is an Knglishiimu who lirst saw the light in \^ lit-
shire. His arrival in Meafonl district is dated
1H.-)1, or six years later than that of his partner.
Mr. Trout. Tli<^ partnersliip between tlie t«_o
Kentlcmcu mimed was formed in August, IS,,,
and has proved a very happy one, regarded Irom
either a social <>/ business standiM.mt. Ihese
i-entlemen, in ad.Htion to their chief occupation as
bind and money orokers, are agents for tlie Clas-
now & Loiuhm, Citizens' North hi itish >^: Mercan-
tile British American, Imperial .t IjiiuaKhirc
insurance coinpi nies. Tiicy al:«. act for th.^ ( an-
ada Permanent and London ;V Cana.lian loan com-
panies, besides a number of other similar institu-
tions, as well as Vickers' KxprcssCo A pronunent
feature of the business transacted is found in the
exchange am. sale of farms. The l)eneHt to a farm-
ing conmiunity of such an establishment as that
conducted by Messrs. Trout & Jay cannot he
readily over-estimated.

McCracken 4 Co., I'liotographic Artists, .sykes
Street.— The studio of Messrs. McCracken & ( o.,
situated on Sykes Street, ami the Hr.st door from
the (;ity Hall, is one well worthy of a visit from
either the stranger to or resident m Meafonl. A
Ltood photographer is a boon to a town, for the
skiUetl artist, provided with all the improve-
ments which reseaicli and experiment hftr R-blP<l
to his photographing apparatus, generally hiuls
his way to the large cities where ho supposes

tal

there is a wider held for tlie exercise of his
ents. In the establislmieiit of Messrs. McCracken
& >> , however, the people of Mcaford have pho
tographic artists eipial to any tin 'ities can pro
duce, and a studio turnished with ,ill the reciuirc-
nieiits necessary for tlie producti'>u of superior
pictures. This fact has been evidently recoKiii/.ed
and appreciated, for the tirm have generally all
die work tlu-y can get through with. It ;s only
live moiillis ago since the studio was opened, and
yet it is wiilely known thnuighout the country,
and peopi' from distant points lind their way V,
it when iiiiring photographs of theiiisclvis i.i
members of their families. In light aid shad.-
etrects they are peculiarly skilful, and s.niieof the
pictures turned out by them are boaiitiful beyond
conception. '1 hey make a specialty of photograph-
ing horses aud animals, a fact which is duly appre
ci.-ited by the farming community. Indeed, the
pliotographer who could not do goo<l work of this
ilescription would be out of place in a counti \
town Mr. McCracken is a young Canadian ol
persevering . liaracter, and his present iinplicatioii
to Imaincss, combined with his known ability as ,i
photographic artist, have already secured for him
a fair share of success.

Manley 4 Co.. Druggists.Wine and Spirit Mcv
chants, .Sykes Street.— The stranger to Meaford,
who takes his first stroll along the principal thor-
oughfare in that town, will have his attention
irresi.stibly attracted to the haudsoine buiUlim,'
owned and occupied by Manley & Co.. druggist-
It pos-sesses more of architectural beauty than cm
usually be fouml in structures erected for busiiii ^s
purposes merely, and especially in a small town
like Meaford is made ciraspicuous by its attrac-
tive apiiearance. It is constructed of red and
white brick, and even in the arrangement of tk-
two cfdors the builder or architect has niiui-
ivged to give an added efleet to arcliitectui;d
:'.esign. !t lias a frontftge of 45 feet and a
depth of 1(10 feet. The business conduct. d
within its walls was established in 1870 I'y

i'(irgiuii Buy, nr« iniiiiy
lilipM«iini like till' iiiHc.
; Hi'inl Hivfi-, wlii'ii) it
i-ey, 1111(1 in iftichtd by
tlif toriiiiiiUH, ami h IM
;t luiil.;.'!', whoro HtBam-
iinufiicturu.;! i'Htul)li»li
icIuili'M tloiii-, -iiw iiml
I'l-y iH-f HliipiiiMl. Vm-
Hcopal, Oitliiilic, Mcllio-

well atteiidfil ; ulno u
■ of :<(H», while oiiu hank
he Mirror, eiiihiiily thu

Somiil. (Mlioos of tln!
uru, and a mail in lu

tlio oxi'icise of his tal
it (if MesHi's. MfCiacken
lu of Meafonl have plici-
o any th^ 'itit;* can I'I'd-
it'il with .ill the reniiiic-
|ir(»hi(.'ti'>n of Nnpeiiin
etni uvidi'iitly recounizcil
liiiii havo geiieially all
roiiK'h with. It m only
studio wiw opened, and
hroiighout the country,
pointa lind tlieir way to
;iaph8 of th(tiiiHelvi« m
es. In HkIiI ind shade
,• skilful, and .-^niiieof the
lem are heaiitiful beyond
, .specialty of photograph-
tact which is dulyappic
immunity. ludcecl, tin-
not do good work of tlii.'*
it of place in a country
is a young Canadian ot
id his prenent application
th liiH known ability a.s a
; already secured for him

Bts, Wine and Spirit Mci
'he Btraiiger to Meafoid,
ahiiig the principal thm
will have his attentii'ii
the handsome building
Manley & Co., druggl-st-
dtectural beauty than can
iturcs erected for liu8ine>s
(specially in a small to«ii
nspicuous by its attra;-
i constructed of red and
1 the arrangement of the
• or architect has niiui-
I efTeet to architecturiil
itjij/e of 4.") feet and a
riie business conduct' d
established in 1870 liy

REPREHENTATIVK lU SINKH.S MEN.

151

Mr. H. Manley, a gnidnate of the Ontario Col-
lege of rliarmaey, in IHNI, Mi-. A. \V, Manhiy
Wtt» admitted to a partnurshiji, and the linn be.
came known by tlie iitylo ami title of .Manley *
Co 'I'lui eHtabllHhment, ai now eondueted, in a
very (;omplete one. In the rear of the buiUling
are two jirivate ollleeH, one for thu accommodation
(it Dr. McljNiii, physieittn and suruion and thu
other for Dr. K. S. Holders, V„H. fhu piactieoof
lioth gentlemen is Hin* lUHoriat.d in a meanure
with the biisinenB carried on by .MesurH. Manhs
* Co., and the eoniiection i« a benefit to and coi'i-
venieiice for the piibli... |n addition to their
biiginesH as driiggints, the lirm of .Manhy A (.'o.,
like the majority of companieM in country towns',
(h) notcoiiline tJK^mselves to omt (larticnlar line.'
Of eourse the drug shop absorbs the greatest
ahaic of their attention, but the Messrs, Manley
also do a large jobbing buNiness in groceries,
wine* and li(piurs.

A. W. Corley, .Stationer and Jeweller, Sykus
Street,- Krom small beginnings come great
results. The buHiiiess cunilm-ted liy A \V.
Corley, jeweller, was eoinmenced on the 1st .May,
ISH;<, when a very moderate capital was invested
in the purchase of stock. In the silcction of
jewellery with which to open a store i large sum
of money will go a shi.rt way. Me was evidently
conhdent of his own ability to build up a pmlit-
able business, and the result [iidved that hisrimli-
dence was not misplaeed. In three years lie was
doing a business that averaged .^l'J,()0(» a year
and is now on the way to an early eompetenec,
His stock, which was formerly of such slim pin-
portions, now makes a very attia"*:- -^ ;ud iinpos-
mg apiMiaraiice, and the most Cttidiou: person in
search of jcii . Uery couhl no inil to i,... ileased
with the as.Miitment and va' e o;' thu go is Bub-
niitted for inspection. In H ge- ■iiigf, euv ings,
hrooclies, chains, or in otiu ■• a iiolcj fueiiimed
out of gold and silver, there is . Iar;^'e sto. ;■ from
which to make selections. Wa' , ■■■■ ;.,,,; eloeka
citlier costly or cheap, can b. jcen in great
variety, and the purse of any one desiring a time-
j.ieco can be suited exactly. In addition to his
business as jeweller, Mr. Corley has adde.; cliat
of stationer, and it must be admitted that uis
stock of stationery is an excellent and complete
one. Historical works and works of tiction crowd
the shelves around the store, and .school hooks
for every branch of study may be obtained.

C. Burns, Boot and .Shoe dealer and Manufac
tiirer, Sykes Street.— The largest hoot and slioe
establishment in Meaford is that owned liy .Mr.
liurns on .Sykcs Street. The store is SO feet in
depth, and 'Ji feet in width, and the stock therein
disjilaycd is valued at between .Sj,(HIO and Sti.OOO.
.Mr. Burns does not depend upon Meaford alone
for his custom or business. There is a wealthy
country surrounding, and a large portion of the
trade is d(nie with the farni<;rs. Mr. Burns is not
only a dealer in boots and shoes, but a manufac
turer also. In constantly repliiiishing his stock,
however, he does not limit himself to his own
iiianufacture, but gives his customers opportunity
to select from the machine-made work furnished
by the larger wholesale manufacturers. He is,
therefore, enabled to display a grt»at variety in
the special line adopted iiy him for his business
career, and can submit for examination boots and
shoes of the finest make and material, as well as

the (ifmrsH strong grHHln adapted for fai m « n k.
He has niadi) it a practice of liuying for cash only
in the iM-'st markets, and is then by enabled to
sell at the lowest priceii. He lias 1>«um a resident
of Meaford for th" \hM twenty eight years, an i hu
appears t<- lia\ e been .« citizen worth hivinu. At
all eyunt^ his fellow townsmen seem i„ hold hlin
in high estimation. Thirt(((;ii ytiars ago he was
first eler' d to a seat in the town c(Mlncil, and
served a.^ ,, hiinible member of that board during
thu ensuing eight years. Then lo was eleeteil
mayor, and held his position as chief olliiial of the
town during three successive years. ,\t present
he is deputy reeve. .Mr. Kuriis, it may be men-
tioned, is an Knglishman.

Bailey Bros., (iroccries, Cmekei v. Vegetables,
Sykis Street— It reciuires more than iinlinary ubil'
ity •( run successfully u business of so ci.mplex a
character as that generally carried on by n storu-
keeper in a country town. So many (li(lcrent
branches of trade are eii.aged in, and • iicli a
variety of markets must be sought for the ditlen tit
classes of goods dciilt in, that it "piires a coid
luNid, clear iiniid, an I a varied i^xpciicuce, to cope
with tlie many dilliculties in the way ot success.
.Messrs. Heiiiy anil R II. Ilailcy, composing iho
(iriu of Kailey liros., general store-keepers, are
g( Mtleinen w o have evidently posses.seil all the
i|Ualities neces.sary to make them successful in a
busines career. They deal in all the classes of
goods to he found in a coin. try store. The prin-
cipal lines of goods they carry are groceries,
crockery, vegetaldes and" fruit. In the latter
article they speculate somewhat heavily during
the sea.son. They a Is., have a tine soda water
fountain and ici cream parlor. The premi.ses on
Sykes Street occ upied by tli.ni as a general store
are spacious and well liuhted. A cellar which
runs the entire length of the store is used for the
storage of goods, and is admirably adapted lor the
purpose. Kspecially in the siimtner months is it
a convenience, when goods readily alfei^ted by the
heat are kept cool and pleasant. There is tele-
phone communication with .lilhrent [larts of the
towi., ai.d many custoiiier> .aail themselves of
this privilege to t.-ansiuit, uidcrs ,uid save them-
selves both time and lalior. The firm of Bailey
Bros, was not formed till March last, Kor seven
years previously, however, Henry Bailey, the
elder brother, had carried ..u the business alone.
Four months ago K. II, I'.ailey was admitted to a
partncrBhip, and there is promise of a rich future
for the new firm,

McCann & Spar'lng, Contractors and Builders,
Bayfield Street. One of the best known firms in
the county of tirey is that of .McCann it Sparling,
contractors and builders. They have been in
business for the last twelve years, and this fact,
coupled with a reputation for s(|Uarc dealing and
good work, has made them widely known and
highly respected. Conseiiuent uix'm their high
standing in buHiness circles their workshops and
planing mills always present a busy appearance,
and periods of depression never seem to affect
them. Their annual business now is worth about
810.000. The\ contract to build and furnisli
houses, to supply the material for building pur-
jioseB. or to dr. c.-,rr,".nt- ring wrk Kner sUy . Their
prcmi.sfjs arc canveniently situateil on the corner
of Bayfield and Nelson .Streets, and cover a com-
paratively large area of ground. The dimensions

TOWN OF MEAFORD.

of the main building are 36 feet by 68 feet, and m
addition there are u number of sheds, a storehouse^
and engine room. The engine used is one of 25
horse-iX)wer, witli a boiler of a capiicity some 10
horsepower greater. Mr. Sparling is the inven-
tive genius in connection with the power, and his
improvements in several articles of machinery
have been so fully appreciated by other machin-
ists, that they have paid him the compliment of
copying and using them. Chief among his niven-
tions is a new style biuid-saw, which is tightened
by a weight attachment, instead of with a screw
as formerly, the weight being found to work with
greater ease and effect than the older contrivance.
The firm employ.s ten hands regularly, and while
they have a good local trade their business is done
princiimlly witli the country. The senior partner
of the tirm learned his business in one of the lower
townships, but the junior member ac(iuired his
knowledge in Meaford. .Messrs. McCann & Spvr-
ling are not unused to public honors. The former
occupied the position of deputy-reeve during the
year before last, and was for many years in the
town council. -Mr. Sparling was member of the
council for two years.

Todd & Wallace, Tanners, Kerry Street.—
"There is nothing like leather" is a compliment
paid to a tough subject by some maker of epi
grams. Admirers of the article turned out by
Messrs. A. C. Tr)dd and W. (i. Wallace wcmld say
there was nothing like their leather. They would
not be far from the truth, and that there are many
ready to e.'cclaim to this effect is a fact made evi-
dent by the large business transacted by the gen-
tlemen named, v.ho are tanners, with an estab-
lisliment on Berry Street. The Hrm of Todd &
Wallace was formed about one year and a half ago,
although previously the tannery had been carried
on by Agenw & Todd. When Mr. Agnew retired,
Mr. Wallace turned up to till the vacancy, and
the new firm thrived remarkably well. Careful
attention was paid to the manufacture of harness,
upper, and calf leathers, and good (juality secured
good custom. A profitable trade with Toronto

ito
menrhants was soon established, and to the pres-
ent day it is to the " giieen City" that a major
portion of their leather is shipped. Of course
points less distant are also supplied from then'
tannery. Messrs. Todd & Wallace occupy com-
modious premises ; tlie tannery proper is 42 feet
by 'M feet, and there is an upsUirs apartment
used as a currying and tinishing sliop. Tlie bark
shed, although forming part of the tannery build-
ing, is not included in the dimensions given. Kour
workmen are employed, and are kept constantly
eiigai'ed. Tlie manufacture of haiiiess leather is
made a specialty of by tlie firm, and witli very
satisfactory results. A Hfteen horse-power engine
supplies strength to run the machinery in connec-
tion with tlie establisliment. Mr. Todd, it may
lie remarked, is a native of Canada, while .Mr.
Wallace hails ironi the land of the stars and
stripes.

G. Sutherland & Oo„Wharfingers and Forward-
ers Town Warehouse.— Two of the most useful
men in the town of Meaford, and to the farmers
in its vicinity, are Messrs. (J. Sutherland and \\ .
CnoU, partners ill tlie Hrm of (;. 8uth.rland &(o.
They' (to business as wharfingers, forwarders and
L'rain merchants, and are le-sp'^s of the town
warehouse. Mr. Sutherland ha:, had an experi-

ence of eleven years in this business, having acted
in the capacity of manager for former lessees, and
one year ago a joint partnership was entered into
with Mr. William Cook, who has been in the
grain business for the past ten years. The capa-
city of the warehouse is 44,000 bushels, and as
the building occupies a site at the foot of the
wharf- jutting out int<j (ieorgian Bay, it will be
(juickly surmised that it is used for shipping trade
purposes only. It is forty feet in height, and is
then surmounted by a tower rendered necessary
by the presence of an elevator. The business
transacted is chiefly in connection witli Georgian
Bay and Lake Superior ports, and that it is pretty
extensive may Ije judged from the reputation of
the district as a grain producing country. Horse-
power is used in running the machinery, it being
preferred to steam power for the reason that it
wutti'jes for the business, and does not expose the
insurance companies to ordinary risks. The firm

are sole agents for the CoUiiigw 1 and Lake

Superior line of steamers at this place, besides
representing otlier companies. Notwithstanding
liis resiwinsibilities in connection with the ware-
liouse and elevator, Mr. Sutlierland finds time to
pay due attention to two otlier important bran-
ches of business. He owns a woodyard, of large
diiivMisioiis and well stocked, and besides handles
a large (luantity of fruit every year. It is only a
man with piisli, energy and enterprise, who
would dare to assume the cares and anxieties
necessarily associated with such variety in coiii-
nieroial duties, but such a man Mr. Sutherland is.
I The ((ualities named could only liave the one
i result when properly directed, viz., success. Ami
; Mr. Sutherlaiiil is a successful and prosperous
' man. The firm deserve the success they have
i attained. UnfortuiiL 'y as lessees of tlie town
i warehouse, they are prevented from accepting
positions ill the public service, for which their
I abilities eminently fit them, and which their per-
' .soiial popularity would obtain for them.

W.Graham & Co., I >ry Coods, Groceries, etc.,
Sykes Street.— Centrally located in tlie liushiess
block on Sykes Street stands the general store of
W. «iraham & Co. Mr Graham is a young man
wlio appears almost too youthful to successfully
assume the responsibilities connected with su
large a business as that which he controls. Never
tbeless, it is evident that lie possesses both tin
aliility and experience necessary to success in aii\
; branch of trade, for in the eight months duriii.^
i which he has had chief control, the business lia>
graduallyan 1 (juickly extended, and the firm has
i priwpered accordingly. Originally the proprietors
were Messrs. Graham it Brown, but as already
intimated, Mr. Graham bought out the t'stab'.isli
nieiit eight months ago, and since then the firm lia-^
been known as W. (iraliam & Co. Tlie .store is n
large one, 7") feet long by 24 feet wide, a necessary
ni/.e when it is considered that in the business
conducted within its walls there are four separate
and distinct departments. The dry goods depart
inent has the most space aUotteil to it, but tli'
trade ill groceries, crockery, and boots andshins.
are each important and receive ilue attention. Kivi
clerks find constant employment, from which fart
the extent of tlw business transacted may be pretty
accurately judged. The stock carried at present
is valued at ^K.OtK). A large trade in farm proiiiM ■
is dcnie, fruit, butter [and eggs, of course, beiii-
the chief commodities dealt in.

)usiiies8, having acted
or former lessees, and
ship was entered into
ivho has been in the
;en years. The capa-
1,000 bushels, and as
e at the foot of tlie
>rgian Bay, it will be
sed for shipping trade
feet in height, and is
ir I'endcred necessary
vator. The business
leotion witli Georgian
i, and that it is pretty
•oin the reputation of
cing country. Horse-
le machinery, it being
or the rea.son that it
I docs not expose tlie
nary risks. The firm
dlingwood and Laiic
at this place, besides
ies. Notwithstanding
cctiiin with tlic wnrc-
itlierland finds time to
ithcr important bran-

a woodyard, of large
I, and l)esides handles
jry year. It is only a
and cntcrpi'iae, who
.' cares and anxieties

such variety in com-
lan Mr. Sutherland is.
il only have the one
ed, viz., success. And
essful and prosperous
lie success they have
IS lessees of the town
ented from accepting
I'vicc, for which tlieir
, and which tlieir per-
iiii for them.

joods. Groceries, etc. ,
Dcatcd in the l)usuiess
ids the general store of
i-aluim is a young man
outhful to successfully
es connected with so
ich he controls. Never

he possesses Imth the
issary to success in any
e ciglit months durin>;
ntrol, the busine.ss ba>
;nded, and the firm has
■iginally tiie proprietors
Hrown, but as already
night out the estab'.isli
.1 since then the firm ha-
n it Co. The store is ;■.
!1 feet wide, a necessary
il that in tlie businiss
I there arc four separati
The dry goods depart

aUotted to it, but tin
■y, and Ixiots and shoes,
eive line attenti<ni. Kiv
)yinent, from whicli fart
Tansacted may l)e pretty
stock carried at present
,;e trade in farm prodie •
I eggs, of course, l)ein.;
lit in.

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149

age purposes. The pattern department is locate<l
on the upper flat of the machine shop. Hteam
power 18 used in every department in wliicb it can
beapphed. Twenty-four men are emploved in the
foundry and between twelve and fifteen" are per-
manently occupied in the drv dock. From these
figures and the description accompanvingtliem an
Idea may be formed of the capabilities and the<..x.
tent of the operations of the Collingwood JJrv
I>ock, Ship Building and Foiindrv Compaiiv. As
a conHeciuencc their business coiin'ection is spread
ing throughout the entire Province. 'I'beir sp.rial-
ties 111 manufacture are stationsrv and niaiine
eiiginesand boilers light and lieavv mill niacbiiierv
saw-dust or mill refuse burners, propeller wheels'
steam pumps tugs, dredges, steam launches,' I
turntables, and iron bridges. I

C. Maodonall ft Son, Holler Flour Mills
--1 lie nulling industry is well repiesent<.d
in Collingwood, and, situated as the town
18, where wheat and other grain can be brought
by ake and rail, this is to be expected. Vnnuiu-
oiitly Identified with this industrv in this section
of the country, and the oiilv establishment of the
kind in the town, is the flour and cormneal mill
of Messrs. C. Macdonnell A Son. The mill was
established over twenty vears ago, under the
name of Barnhart * Macdonell ; subseiiuentlv it
passed to the entire control of Mr. Mae.lonell an.l
in 1HH!» the proprietorshij) was again cban.'ed
and since that time the present firm has ..perated
It. Ihe premises occupied as a mill are I'iO x 40
feet in dimension, with an engine house '20x40
feet in size. The mill was originally of the old
style or Burr kind, but in Ihh-> was changed to
tbe Hungarian or roller process, and has tlii' latest
and most improved mill macliineiv and appli-
ances, the motive power being both water and
steam ; a seventy-ttve horse power engine and an
equal amount of water power being used Ihe
capacity of the mill is 200 barrels of fionr and 1(H)
barrels of cornmeal daily. The product of the :
mill isof a most suiieriorqaiility and fimis a readv
sale, being shipped mostlv to Nova Sctotia and
Newfoundland. They give emplovnient to eight
skilled and careful bands, who are under then
immediate supervision. The trade of the mill '
from Its first inception, has been very good amT
has increased from year to year, the i)ast season ^
being the best it lias yet experienced. Both
members of the firm are natives of Canada, ami i
the senior ineinbor, Mr. 0. Macdonell, has the
honor of having liel.i the office of Mavor of the
town. Both gentlemen are active and progressive
business men, and have succeeded in bulhliiig up
an extensive and lucrative trade, of which thev
are eminently deserving.

wm. Oal'Rliohae', {Sroceries and I'rovisions
Hurontario Street. -This store was established
some twenty-seven years ago bv Mr. .lames
Lindsay, wlio conducted it for seventeen years
when Frame, Hunter A Co. bought it and con-
tinued the business till the spring of IH'.M), when
the present proprietor, who for eight vears had
been managing the grocery departmentdf Long
A Bros, extensive establishment, eanie into pos-
•ession. Th« premises ocenpied are 1l-xI4.''> frPt
in dimensions, one floor and the basinieiit being
used. The goods kept consist of a full, complete
and onrefully tielected stmk of first <'lass grocerh'S,
the beat brands of teas from China and Japan,

fragrant coffees from Rio and Java, pure spices,

canned goods in either tin or glass, the various

grades of sugars, country produce, and all such

articles as are usually found in a first-class

grocery. The trade of"the store extends to all

parts of the town and surrounding country,

two courteous and accommodating assistants

being employeil to wait on customers, and one

wagon being used to deliver goods. Mr. Car-

michael is a Scotcbnian by birth and has lived in

- Canada for the past eight years. Ho is a

; tlioioiigh grocer, having served his time at the

^ business in (ilasgow, Keotland, and is an entur-

! i)risiiig active busimss man, who, although having

1 been buta veryshort time established in the store

j as proprietor, yet already numbers his patrons

I among the most prominent families of the town.

; Wilson Bros' Planing Mill, Hurontario

I J'tl'''ft.— Among the busy men of this place,

j W ilson Bros., proprietors of the Huron-

: tario streei planing mill, hold a prominent
place. The busi-
ness which they
represent was es-
tablished more

than ten vears

a^'o. by Mr." Wil-
liam Hughes, and

bv himcondiieted

till 1HM7. when it

passed into tl-

hands (jf the p

sent proiirietors.
1 Fver since tbe

mill was first
' started has it met

with line success,

l)Ut<'speeially has

that been t'ciso

since it ha ln^en
; under the control

of the Messrs.

Wilson. 'J'h,. |i.x,.

niises occupied consist of a capacious and substan-
tial Irame liinlding.lwo stories high and 40xl00feet
I 111 dinieiisioiis, with engine house attached. In
laildition to this there is a yard for storage pur-
: poses, containing soiiu'tliing over a tenth of an
; acre of land. 'I'lie mill is well fitted up with the

atest improved iniicliinery, including planer,
' hand aiK yig saws, jointer, tenoning, morticing
ami iiiniiMpii; machines, sandorand turning latlie,
all of improve,! patterns ami driven by steam
power, a twenty-live horse-power engine being
used I his, liowe\er, is proving inadequate to
the (leniaiiijs of the business and it is the inten-
tion of the proprietors to supplant it with a larger
one ill the iMar future. The work done consists
of the nmiMifaeture of all kinds of dressed
luinher, iloors, sash, frames, blinds, mouldings
wood turnings, mantels, counters, shelving, otiiee
lixtures, etc.. while a specialty is made of stair
Imildiiig. hand railing, etc. The trade of the
tirin, which is increasing from vear to year
extemls to all parts of the eitv and surroiiiidin.'
country. The individual members of the firin
are J. and \). Wilson, both CanadiaUH by birth
Rrtive :tiid enterprising, and IhoiouKhlv. practical'
men, taking an active interest in pnbii<' matters
but not allowing anything to interfere with their
business, and personally superintemiing every
detail of the enterprise in which the\ areongaged

150

TOWN OF COLLINGWOOl)

ami are tliiia enabled to f^iiaranteo all work done at
their establishment to be first-clasn in every respect.

H. N. Truosdell, L.D.S., Dentist, Hiiron-
tario Street. — A popular nnm in CollinHWOod, and
one deserving the liiyh esteem in which he is held,
is Mr. II. N. Truesdcll, whose ollice is on Huron-
tario Street. This business has been establislied
some twelve years, and from the tirst has taken
a front rank in the professional otVices of this
kind in tliis section of the country, Mr 'I'rues-
dell has his olhees conveniently located and taste-
fully furnished and litted up. 1'hey are sui)|)lied
with the latest appliances for d()inj4 the work to
which thev are devoted, and skillcil assistants are
in attendance. Mr. Truesdell, who is a graduate
of the Royal Collcj^e of Dental SurtJeons, at To-
ronto, is a jiractical dentist of many years stand-
in^', and keeps tliorouyhly abreast of the times ;
introducint.; new methods and new appliances as
soon as their merits are established, a recent
innovation beint; that of '• t^raftin^' " teeth,
whereby an openint< is made in the ^um and a
natural, live tooth inserted. Tliis is practiced hy
but few dentists in the country, but with Mr.
Truesdell, it has been enunently successful. .An-
other specialty which Mr. Truesdell makes, is j^old
tillinti, doin^! it in a fancy and artistic and at tlie
same time substantial manner. In aildition to
the dentistry business, Mr. Truesdell is proprietor
of a sawmill, locateil on the hay at the foot of
Birch Street. This mill was first started over
twenty years ayo by Mr. Hiram (lilson. the pres-
ent proprietor eonuu},' into possession of it in IHHl.
The structure is substantially built, the main
part beinj; (ir)x;i'J feet in <limensions, with an
addition 2txt)H feet, ami is two stories hi^h, the
upper part beiii); used as a hnnber null [iro[)erand
the lower Hoor containing a tuniinj4 lathe, shinf^le
machine, and set of stones for cli()pi)ini; feed for
horses and cattle. Th( IolJs used in the mdl
come from the forests around the (ieoi>!ian Hay,
and are hrouf,'lit bv his own I i;; and scows. After
nninufacture, the lumber is s.ild in the local mar-
ket or shipped to the larf^e cities, Toronto, Ilainil
ton, Lonilon, etc. The mill is supplied with t
latest imiM'oved machinery and is driven by
steam, a thirty-live h.nse power engine hein;^
used in the upper tlonr, while one of twenty-live
power is used down stairs. The dally capacity
of the mill is L'd.OdO feet of hnnher, and ten nu/n
lind constant eni|iloynHnt. It is the intention of
the proprietor to add two adilitional sett
stone to his mill, in the near future, to meet the
j^'rowint^ demands of llic busi-
ness. .Sir. 'J'riies.U'll is a native
(.'anadian, an intelligent and
enterprisini; business man and a
painstaking and cari'ful dentist.

A Shoes,Trunks A: Valises.^As boots and shoes are
lirimary essentials in the attire of both sexes, the
trade in them takes deservedly high rank amoiit;
the industrial pursuits, and many of our pro-
minent citizens are ent^aj^ed in it. Anions those,
who, in this line have gained a deservedly higli
reputation, and are deserving of honorable iiu^ii-
tioii, must he named 'Sir. W. T. Hurst, proin-.etor
of the •• Talacc" shoe store, on Hurontario, at
the corner of Second street. The business was
established hv Mr. W. .) Paul in 1H8H, and was
hv him conducted till the latter part of IHH'.), when
tiie present proprietor bought it. Although the
eiiteriirise is comparatively a young one, the
reliable (lualitv of the goods dealt in has resulted
ill the building up ol a solid and sidistantial
trade. The premises occiijiied by him comprise
a spacious store 2v!xl'2() feet in dimensions, with
workshop ill rear, and a storehouse ir)x4U feet in
size, detached from the main building. The
store is well located in the business portion of
the town, is ailmirablv adapteil for the purposes
of the trade and where is carried a fine assort-
ment of boots, shoes and rubbers, suitable for
ladies, men. youths, misses and children, such
as can with every eontideiiee be recommended to
his customers. A custom department is carried
on, boots and shoes being made to order in tirst
class style and tinisli. Special attention is paid
to repairing, and all work is guaranteed. Mr.
Iliirst is a native born (Canadian and is ener-
getic and reliable in all his hiisiness transac
tions and has thus won the respect and
esteem of all with wlunn he has been brought
in contact.

-Ab boots and slioes are
.ttiro of both huxph, the
,'edly bi^b rank anioiit;
,11(1 many of our pro-
(l ill it. Anions tlioHe,
iieil a (U'SorviHlly lufjb
I'iiiH of lioiiorable iiioii-
,V. T. Hurst, pnnir'otor
ire, oil lliiroutarii/, at
ut. The buHiness was
I'aul ill IHHH, and was
itter part of IKHO, when
iij^lit it. Altboiii;b tbf
ely !' younsj one, tlic
ds dealt' in bas resulted

solid and substantial
ijiied by liini comprise
■vt in dimensions, with
toreliouse 15x40 feet in

main biiildiiif,'- '^''e
be business portion of
apteil for the purposes
s carried a tine assort-
d rubbers, suitable for
les and cbildren, sucli
nee be recommended to
1 department ia carried

made to order in tirst-
pecial attention is paid
ik is mmranteed. Mr.
(,'anadiaii and is ener-

liis business transac

tlie respect and
? lias been brouj^bt

JUKl'llEHKNTATlVE BUSINESS MEN

151

ments. A very jiopular bouse, and oi,,. dc.serviiiL'
of al support is that known as tlie A i c 'a*;
Ho el, situated on Hurontario Street. TliiV is a
wel -known aud old establislie.l house, and or Uie
pasttwo years has been in the hands of M r
.T. Dwyer, and it is certain th.U under his I'lble
manaKement the popuhuilv of this h td s
Kreatly increaeeil. The buildiny is a si bst. n
three-story brick stnu'turc.. has tw !,,t v"
hsht, airy and well ventilate.l beilrooins twopH
lors. five s, tin« and sample rooms, a rea, i V „
and a well appo.nte.l office. The ,lii,ii,/roo

comfortably seats IHO unests. lOvervthiiiL' of tl ,',
best that the market can furnish s.,,iSif £
bdl of fare, while the ,»/..„„. of the ho,, 1 .,.«
notliina to be desired, and the enipU vers are
polite courteous and attentive. Tl, • bar ,. ,
necte^ with the house is well appointed, 1 here
.8 .0 be found the best of wiii<.s liquors ales etc
and the choicest brands of cij-ars. The house is
well heated in winter and has all the moderi con
veniences, includinK' bath, water, li„hts vir
Ihere are excellent »tablii,c.accominod,4"i,.,„s and
from Its proximity to the market, farmers' (in,
tins a most desirable place t.. call. Mr. l>wve is
a native Cana.liaii, has been many vears ii, 1 c
otel business here and elsewhere, is a popu-
host, and closely watches the comfort <,f hisMies s

I he wool brought from w esale dealers in the

, tuuellers l,,.,„t,i.iiipl„yed in visitinf; the different

:;:::;:;;"'; Vt"'"'""'^-- ^"••^viii„uns,,hese;u;;

b and business manager, is a Cuiadian bv
I le 1 ;.m „ ^'1'"' r"t-n"-i«>M^' and courteous

|ondsT:^h,"s'''*'"'''^''''^"''"'^"^'''''-'^^^^^^

'llmoiTiriirSf Y'^V '""' ""''••di„« stables,
h v. 1 r ; ""'■'>' "l'l""^ite Ihe market. Col-
l'ii>-'"ood Kobert 1{„|,., proprietor \ we I

a!;i"c;;v or '""■^ '%""'■ "f"- --venience"!
any city or town, and one too, that cannot well be

nf^o„ 1 T* ,?■ *••• "''"'esale manufacturers
of Seamless UooUeii and Cotton Hosierv I'ii e
Street. --An important enterprise in (•ollin..wo.,d

Messis. I). Williams A Co., wholesale niaiiiifac
turers of seamless woollen and cotton h-.sierv, "i,

in HH-. hv n ,\'V',. '"'"'•"-""" "■'"" "'•'*' established
188.) by I). Williams .V Co.. who ran it till some
tree years a^o, when Telford Hros. entered
the hrm. The busines,. from its irVt
mart has met with fine suc.ess, takh .
iit once a front rank anion.- t C
nianufacturing industries of the place and e

3"^T.', ""='••?»«'"« i'« ''"«»"^«« fro." vear t.i
year, riie preinisea occupied are 80x180 'feet in
d mensions and two storieb hif-h. These are su
Phed with the latest ami most u ,n ! i
applmnces, including fulling, knittin. and'w ,

iH machines, for the prosecution of the work ■
the motive power is steam aii.l thirtv-ftve han.i;
Hndins constant employment. The yoods n t
fac .red consist of all kinds, .pialities and /es
of woolen and cotton hosierv. a specialtv beinT
made, however, of ribbed hose fo'r bo 's ^

artthr'"' T'"' "' ""' """".fa.'lnle of th V
articles comes from various places; the otto,,

dispensed with. S„,l, a„ inslituti,.,, is the i)oni
I '""•".''.very, on Hurontario Slivet, Robcr 1 lie
}.ro,u-,e,or. Tliis stable was established in Is i'
b> Messrs, l{ob,.rt 1!„1,. and.loh,, .McCJarr andbv
Itheni condu.-ted till l.ss.",, when .Mr Ac arr
retired, and Mr. Kul.. |„is .nue bee,, the so le ro
l-r.etor, l-ver since the stable whs lir t st.trte "
, l>.fs It met with marked success, the iVile , i ,p c d'
vhen It w,is first opened bein, ,o keep rs 1! ,lss
hoises and cairiHoes, to let them a riMison. ble

i^e^rdon^h^r'"'""'""""""^'"""' ■''^i"'-

ixin d,)ne. the horses ii,,w i„ the iiverv ten in
"•'"'I'er. beiii. first class in ev.^rv respec, a iid t lie
. uriaKcs, bii,.,es aiul roa,l caits beiii« ' f ^
latest style and easiest ride,-s. Horses an.l ,-,1
.•.a;.es are furnished o„ the shoi tes^ ,ot I or
commercial travellcs, weddn,,- parties. ,,r aUes
s.ons an.l first .-lass rid,„« l,„r.sL for ph.i' , ,.„ or
sport,ii«, while the prices charged are'in, l" ate
I he prennses „eeup,ed ..onsist of,, subslant a

b,M,rivi„.l,n,.s.. 40x7;; feet in, lin,e„sio^«'t
a stable in the ivar ;fOx7r, feet i„ si/e. Theloca
.on is most eli.-ible, nearly opposit.. 1, etv'
."Uket house, ai,d the app inients are Hrs

vi:ii';i,T7i:rr'-,'''"-'*''''^'^"''''-''"^

)\ Diith, aii.l has live.l m CaiLuhi for the imst
weiify years He is active „„,| ei,f,.rpr sin ,

l:':;';i'ia.i:::'i,"'"'^-'"""^ -i.e...e,'ifsofoii:

152

TOWN OF HTAYNHlt

TOWN OF STAYNKll.

Ooborn ■res.,('Hn-iii^(3 Manufncturers, iv^entx
MiisHcy Maiuifacturint! (!(>., 'rdronti-, Htiiyner.
TliiH flrni has gaiiu'd ii wide reiiutivtioii for tlic
Btandttrd cliaracter of its workiimiishiii, and tlic
enterprise and enerj^y developed in the business.
The premises occupied, wlueh are on Main Street,
at tlie corner of Kinj;, consist of a substantial two
story building, ilOxl'JO feet in dimensions; the
first floor containinjj the wood and paint hIio1)s
and store room, while on the second lloor are the
varnish and finishing rooms. On the opposite
side of the street is tlic blacksmith shop 111) x ii')
feet in size, where there are fonr forces, and wliere
four skilled mechanics are given steady employ-
ment. The goods manufactured consist of car-
riages, wagons and sleighs, of every description.
The beat seasoned wood and the finest steel and
iron are used in all work, and nothing is omitted
that would add to the strength, beauty and dura-
bility of the vehicles. The Messrs. Coborn Hros.
have also a department for repairs, and all work
is guaranteed to be done in the best and most
workmanlike manner. Hince the inception of
their business in 1H7.''), they have steadily and con-
tinuously built it up by the excellent ipi'ility of
the work done by them, and the promptness with
which they attend to all orders. In addition to
their other business, they are agents for the Afas-
sey Manufacturing Company, of Toronto, for the
various kinds and styles of farm machinery made
by this Arm, which is too well and widely known
to neid any comment here. It need only bi-
remaiked that tin; goods are very popular through
this section, the Coborn Bros, having already sold
sixteen a^'if-binders for the coming season. The
individual members of the firm are J. and S.
Coborn, both tianadians by birth. They are
skilled, practical workmen, and well deserving of
their business success.

W. B. Saundars, deaKr in Drugs, Patent
Medicines, Toilet .-Vrticles, Choice I'erfunu'ry, etc.
— In the whole list of occupations, there is no
more useful or important one, than that of the
druggist and pharmacist. The onerous duties
connected with the proper execution of this pro-
fession, call for a man with more than ordinary
attainments and executive ability. One of the
most popular and well-conducted drug establish-
ments in this section of the country, is that of
Mr. \V. 1$. Saunders, on Main Street. This bus-
iness was founded by its present proprietor in
IBti'.t, and during the period of its existence has
always held a high rel)utation for the reliability
of all goods carried. The store is '25 x 4'i feet in
dimensions, with a storage room in the rear
40 X 10 feet, nvA i~ ti-'mirahly fiirnislird »•,;■■]
equipped with every convenience, so as to make
it pleasant and agreeable to customers. Plate
glass show-cases and cabinets are some of the

features, while another and most important one
is the tine, fresh stock of goods to be found here,
comprising jiure drugs, chemicals, toilet and fancy
articles, paints, oils, stationery and plush goods,
jiatent medicines of acknowledged merit and ex-
cellence, special mention being made of " Thor
ley's Horse and Cattle Food," of which very large
(piantities are sold. The prescription department
is under tlie immediate supervision of Mr. San-
ders, who, being a thorough practical druggist,
and a member of the Council Hoard of the On
taric) ( 'ollege of Pharmacy, compounds physician's
prescriptions and family recipes, with accuracy
and proniptnesH. Mr. Sanders has also intro
duced several compounds and proprietory articles
of his own manufacture. In addition to the
drugs. Mr. Sanders does a nu)ney loaning busi-
ness, being agent for this section of the North of
Scotland "Catmdiau Mortgage Co., also for the
Confederation Life Association, as well as tin:
Western l'"ire .\ssurance Conijiany. Mr. Sanders
is a native of (Janiula, and is an enterprisint;
business nnui, of high professional abilities and
culture, who, since he has been in this business,
has built up a substantial and permanent custom
derived from all classes of the connnunity.

John Potria, Dealer in Staple and Fancy
Dry (ioixK. Moots and Shoes, (Iroceries, Glass-
ware, (rockery, etc. -.V prominent business house
of this |)lace is that conducted by Jlr. -lohn Petrie,
: dealer in staple and fancy goods, boots and shoes,
' groceries, glassware, crockery, etc., and locate!
on Main Street. Mr. I'etrie first started in busi-
! ness here In IHH'J, in rather a small way, but from
! the first it met with marked success and soon
i took a prondneut and leading place among tlio
i stores of the place. The premises occupied con-
sist of a substantial two-storey and basement
frame structure, 80x110 feet in dimensions. The
stori^ is well located, conveniently fitted up, and
tastefully a-tanged for displaying the stock, which
consists Of a full line of carefully selected teas,
coffees, si)ices, canned goods in both tin and glass,
syrup, sugar, pickles, tlour and coimtry produce;
glass, earthen and ('hina ware, dry goods and
notions, boots and shoes for either men, women,
youths or children, and everything pertaining to
either the dry goods or grocery line that luc
usually found in first-class stores. Mr. Petrie,
having been in business for so long a time,
llioroughly understands it in all its departments,
and i'l'tlius enabled to select lirst-class goods whicli
he buys from wholesale houses in Toronti; :i,icl
Montreal, and at such close jirices as enable him
to sell (|uickly and thus kei'p his stock fresh aiul
good. Personallv, Mr. Petrie is a Scotchman Ijy
l.irti. i-.iit l-.ii:; livcil in ('an?idii the past 20 yen'-s.
He is IH a pleasant, entertaining gentlemaii. in
well ai'quainted throughout the country and is
liberal in his dealings with his customers.

tiid moHt iinpoitaiit oiii'
t^Doils to be foiinil here,
t'liiiiialM, toili't and fancy
ioiiery and pliiali floods,
owli'dfjed merit and e.x-

bc'iiit^ nnide of " Tlior
)od," of wliicli very large
l)rc9crii)tion department
snperviHion of Mr. San
)nKli practical drut!(,'iHt,
)Uncil lioard of the On
■, compounds physicians

recipeH, with accuracy
ianderw has also intro

and proprietory articles
c. In addition to the

a money loaning busi

section of the North of
tf^atje C"o., also for the
)ciation. as well as the
Company. Mr. Sanders
and is an enterprising;
rofessional abilities and
is been in tliis busincHs,
I and permanent cnatoni
)f the community.

r in Staple and Fancy
Slioea, Groceries, Glass-
)rominent business house
uoted by Mr. John Petrie,
y ^oods, boots and shoes,
ickery, etc., and located
trie first started in busi-
er a small way, but from
nirked success and souii
eadiuf,' place amont; the
.' premises occupied con-
vo-storey and basement
eet in (limoi'sions. Tlie
iveniently fitted up, and
splaying the stock, whii li
f carefully selected teas,
ods in both tin and t;lass,
iir and country produce ;
ni ware, dry (Jooda and
for either men, women,
everything pertainiuf,' Ici
r yrocery line that mc
lass stores. Mr. Petne,
ss for so hnig a tinic,
it in all its departments,
ect lirst-class f>oods which
' houses in Toron'.i; :i.»l
ose pru:es as enable Inm
keep his stock fresli inul
I'etrie is a Scotchman by
'.•iiiv.da the past 20 ye'"-^.
itertaininji (gentleman, in
iiout the country and is
ith his customers.

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153

TAEA.

furnishes excellent power iXturl."' ""' ""'^^" °" *'"^ '^"'^ ^"''''^ River, which

of Hruce, and is 30 miles nor Jwu^ ' " "'"''''■'' '" •^"'"' '«--'"?. '" thecounty

Hay ., Lake Erie divis.^n o e G I f" • X^^^ " ""^"""'^ ''"''• " '« '"'^''^"^■'l ">• "^ «-'•«-«
.niles west, and to Owen Sou u which s I T'l ^""^" ■■"" ''"''^ '" '''''' ^•^'«'"' -•■-'> '« 1«

has now a population o over JoO t , L . T """'■ '''"'" ''''""' ""*' ^''"''"' '" '^'"^' -"1

Hour and w.k,. en mil foundry etc T 1 is"";" . '^'"'"'"f-'"->« estabhshn.ents, indudin,- a

Tara dawallary and Book Storo W H

( ooper. Y>un« street. - This enterprise was
establislied some seven years af^n by Mr I Ma
cartney. and by him con'ducte.l till the early part
of 1M>0. when the present proprietor came into
possession of ,t. The pren.ises occupied are"
\oun« street and are 22.x40 feet in .limensions
ami ,M-e conveniently litte.l up with plate Hlas.s
show cases and cabinets to display the «oo,ls to
advantage. Ihe stock is very full and complete
and has been carefully selected. In the jewellerv
departnient are line Swiss and .\meriean' watches
of standard merit. Frencii, alarm, and ei-ht day
clocks, jewellery of all kiiuls and descriptions, iii-
chidmu plain, weddin« and sett riiiys, chains
brooches, charms, lockets, shirt studs, collar and
ciitt buttons and an endless variety of thin.'s that
dazzle the eye ami tempt the wallet. Kepan in-
IS promptly and .satisfactorily done and satisfat'^
ion guaranteed. In the boo', stationery an<l
fancy poor's department ar.. all kinds of tiiin.'s'
tin whistles drums and hobby horses for tl.J
snml boy ; ,lolls and doll carriages for the little
.111, books ot travel and adventmr for the urow-
m,^ youth fancy toilet setts for the -irl in her
teens, walkin« sticks for the dandy voum' -entle.
man, Herlm wools and /.epiiyrs for the voun..
a, les fancy work, and spectacles for those with
fHiliiif. Slight .-Vlso violins, acconlians, month
"r-aiis and sheet music for those so inclined, and
school supjdies for children of all a-es. Th,. hiisi
iicSK since its first inception has ni,.t with m.irk,.,!
success, m.reasini^ and e.xpandiiif,. from year t,,
year and under its new management bavin- a
lMii,'ht and prosperous outlook for the fiitu>-e
. r. \\ . II. Cooper, the proprietor, is a Canadian
IH hirth, an intelli}.ent and social ^;entl,.man and
a yoimf>, active and piishin- business man

Oampball & Pfeffer. carriage Imihlers and
'l.>cks,„,ths, \oun-. street.- (),„■ „f the most
.'"inishiiif,' of the business establishments of
lain ,s the oneowiKMl ami carried ,.n bv the linn
"I t ampbell ,y I'felfer. These i,'entlcnieii are car-
• <;^v ouuucrs and bim-ksmitlis, who, three years
Hilo, considered it >vould be to their mutual

interests to unite their respective establishments
ami acc.ordin.dy formed a partnership. P.evZ s-'

shon »„ I {'.''. ';l' r"' " l'''^'=k«'>'itl' and carriage
shop ami Mr. 1 fetfer was interested merely in the
ood work and tii.ishm^, winch pertai„s-to cai'
H,i«e bnildin-,.. Conse.iuently they benefltted
each other greatly by thecombi-natioii of interests
iiHl foinied acarriane building works on an ex
tensive scale. For thirteen yjlus Mr. Canpbdl

ami 'ci rrh '"T'Tr '^''"" ^ "^ «""--' >'l-ksl,Ut
and cairiage bulkier, and then, three years ago

ormed the partnership with Mr. Pfelfer.* The i ew

new woi k and repairs came steadily in. The car-
'•i'i«e and blacksmith shop are in "separate build-
ings and a few yards distant from' each ot er.
Ihe latter is a brick structure two and one-half
stones 1,1 height, ami the carriage slio,, ,s a la e

yo storey raine buikling. The front 'portioo?

he U.wer 1 oor is used as a show ro,.m,'and hero

Lui' 1 ?;',""-■ ""T""'' ''^-'^'•'PtK.ns of vehicles
bii It In the lirni Some beautiful work is exhibi-
ted, among which are several exceedingly hand-
some top-buggies an,l phaetons. In The un.er
storey of this building is tl„. woodwork ami tilnlT,
ing r,|,,m,aiid about Inilf a dozen bands are em-

b..|| .VI teller are iloing ,v large business, and that
tor either repiurmg or new work they attract
<- iistomers from .listant points. The carria.'es or
waggons tinned out from their shops, challenge
the admiration ot everyone who uses them, for
hey ,„v not only strongly made in every instance
but ^ue nuignilicently finished as uell." With an
: excellent repiitatinii already nia.le throughout the
oountry, the linn of Campbell ,t I'felfer i^ assured
of a successful career. Mr. William Campbell is
a native of Ireland, who came to Canada over
twenty-two years ago He was in the villa.'e
-■:-"nc,l tor live years. Mr. ..acob PfeflVr is a
iuiadian. horn at Waterloo. .\s will be inferre.l
troin Ins name lie is of (lerman descent. The
premises occupied by the lirm are on Voum'
s reet. the nnun throngbf.re of Tara, in a centr.U
ami convenient position. Mr Campbell is now
reeve ot the village.

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164

TOWN OF PORT ELGIN

TOWN OF PORT ELGIN.

One of 'nemoBt delightfully Bitiiiited and prettily laid out towns in Canada is Port El^'in. In
summer the rofreshinf; breezes from Lake Huron make Port Elgin a delightful spot to reside in. It
is 8ituat''d on the shores of an inlet on Lake Huron, and on Mill Creek— whidi supplies water power for
manufauturinf^ purposes— and -'n the WellinRton, Grey iV Bruce division of the {irand Trunk Railway, in
Saugeen township, Hruoe county, and is distant from Walkerton, the county seat, 28 miles. It was
gettlfld '8 late as 1H53, and wa- incorporated in 1H74. 'i he streets are wide and intersect each other
at rii-i >. alleles. There are many beautiful residences, and excellent hotels for tourists. Port Elgin
is rn udy becoming a popular summer resort, and with thedelightful atmosphere, good boating and fish-
ing and mineral baths, is decidedly an attractive place. It contains Methodist, Presbyterian, Baptist.
Episcopal, Evangelical, United Bretliren and Mennonite churches, as v.; 11 ni- 5 piiblic schools, which
are well attei.iled. There is ,i, Mechanics' Institute, with a library of 5 UOO vohunea ; n bank, and a
weekly newspaper, the Timvi' It has several important manufac'oiics, tcpueries, truah and broom
and button factories, saw, wfdlen and flour mills, etc. The shit .■r'>n*s-. from this pomt coiiMst of
grain, tlour, sole lea'^ier, brut)i«'s, brooms and produce. There is iaiiy ;',age comvnunici tiuu with
Underwood, Tivertr.i, Kincardine, Burgoyne and Juvermav. Ther*! nrf t' Icfir ipii fti- ! e.ipre a .-iccom.
modations, and a daily mail. The present population >i Port Elgin is nbovit 3,01)0, and ^v;i,h ths
natural advantages the village enjoys, it is not toe much to predict foi- it a rapid and steady increase.

CharlM Mitohall li Sen, Florsts and Ghv-
deners. — The work of the florist i^ a pleafc,:i'it
one, whether it is pursued as a pa.itime, or as %
money making venture. Proininent among those
engaged in this business in Port Elgin and the
only one of the kind V?ro is the firm f Messrs.
Charles >Htchell it iiv'/i, florists and gardeners.
The ii! •■ jit'Oii of this tpterprise dates to the year
1SSH4, vvi ". t]\o present j roprietors tirst started it.
The gv;,,' I'.^asef* are two in nnmber, >ne being
14 X 50 foe' •.., di'wncioiw. devf r"d to plants and
Howcrs c.vclu iv'.'li ;«)d the <i>)iev. 10x24 feet in
size, m which aie r-'ibed giinten plants, etc.
These are lic'vt '' by hoi 8.ir, lUid are conveniently
arranged Inr th^' purpose to which they are
devoted. In tii.- laiger one. that devoted to plants,
are to m ?ou'.:d fusclisias, bigonias, geraniums,
roses, lilies, verbenas, etc.. and iin almost endless
variety of tio'.vering shr\ibs. These iue suld for
all purposes, b.nujuets, decorations, tloral ot'ferings.
etc.. Messrs. Mitchell iV .-^on filling all orders
ptomptlyand satisfactorily. In addition to tlu>
grt'cn houses, they have extensive hot beds for
propiigatiiig garden (ilunts, iuul some twenty seven
acres of land, which is devoted to gHnlening and
small fruit <iilturo. Here are raised in large
i|uantitics, onions, beets, cabbages, carrots, par-
snips and all kinds of vegetables, as well as cur-
rants, gooseberries, riis|iberrieK and strawberries,
two acres being devoted to the latter fruit alone.
These find a ready sale in the local market, and
are shipped to the larger trade centres. The en-
terprise, since its first inception, has been very
successful, the trade constantly and steadily in-
creasing. The members of the firm are Charles
Mitchell and his son, whose name is also Charles.
They are Scotchmen by birth, and, as with so
many of their countrymen, the cultivation of
flowers and plants seems to come naturally to
them. They are intelligent and s(i<'ial gentlemen,
and ha\e a large circle of irieiidt. niid acquain-
tances.

Port Clftin Brush Oompsny, B. B Boyd,

f reasurer and Manager, Corner of j\' \rket and
sVellington Streets. - 'ne of the' moss import-
'.ntand successful of all the bu.iiiiess indmtries
iondtv-tcd in \\n-t Elgin is thnt of the Port Elgin
'inisli ronipiiiiy, whose v.orkk- are li>.iiled on the
corner of MurL-t ar.d Weihi'gtoii strvi^trt. This
busine-.- is .inductee, bv a j.iiiit stoiK company
witli a subscribed capiv >; of «20.000,and a paid-up
capital of Slt-.tlOO. '!')it iflicers of the company
are (—President. Hugh McLaren, jr. ; Vice-Presi
dent. W. H. Huby ; Treasurer Hinl ^lanayer. 1!.
B. Boyd. The premises occupied by the factory
consist of a substantial brick structure, 'ii stories
in height, : lul 100x4.'> feet in diniensions, ami
engine and toiler room, lHx40 feet These are
fitted up Willi Hie most improved machinery, and
;• that nieclianical ingenuity couid
liinerv being driven by a 4."> horse
engine. Employment is steadily
'■■■) skilled, competent wiu-kmeii
throughout the year. The Company inaniifacture
every descriiitioi' of brushes and brooms for all
trades and uses. That the ipiality of the goods
are the v ry he-t and unexcelled by any other
manufacturer in the l)oniinion, may readily lie
learned from the fact that the tra<le exteiiil-
throiiehout the Provinces i>l (^)iiebec, Ontario, nuJ
through the North-West, and since this Coinpanv
was started in October, 1H8,"), the factory has !int
been shut down one working day except f t
stock taking. This certainly speaks of very fiat-
teriin; success, which has been entirely deserved.
The Company have also a saw mill in Carristoii.
which is HOxtiO feet in dimensions, where they do
eeneral custom work as well as getting out nia
terial for their own use. This house is an excel-
lent one, and those forming business relations
with it will find e\crvthiiig conducted in a liberiil
spirit and upon the strictest principles of business
integrity. Mr, i5oyd, the manager, is a native ;■'
Canada, and is a gentleman of large business and

every appli
devise, the lu,
liower steam
' furnished to

:<:'•

anadtv is Port Eluin. In
tful spot to reside in. It
1 supplies water power for
Grand Trunk Railway, in
iy seat, 2H miles. It was

I and intersect each other
for tourists. Port Elgin

are, good boating and tish-
ist, Presbyterian, Baptist,
u- J phhlic schools, which
voliuuen ; ii bank, and a
■fieries, trviSii atul broom
rom this j)oint oon-ist of
a^je comsiiunici uo.i with
siripii ar- i exprt' ' <iCcom.
ibout 2,0u0, and <v.'th ths
•apid and steady increase.

Oompsny, B. B B..\d,
r, Corner of V irket and
ne of the' mosi; import-

II the bir.,!iic>s induitries
is that of the Port Elgin
v-ork'- are li' 'iiiod on the
nt;; igton M.v:'ts. This
V ,\ .,,iiiit stcjvK company
\ 1)1 «20.(U10, and a i)aid-nii

ilUctrs of the company
McLaren, jr.; Vice-1'risi
easurer ami IManatier, 1!.
< occupied l)y tlie factiny
brick structure, '2h stories

feet in dnneusinns, and
i, IHxKI feet These arc
improved niacliinery, an.l
'chaniciil ingenuity could
cing driven by a -!■") horse

l^niploynient is steadily
'd, competent workmiii
lie Company manufacture
ishes and brooms for all
the (puvlity of the goods

imexcelled by any othi i'
lominion, may readily In-

tlutt the trade extenil-
•s of Quebec, Ontario, ninl
;, and since this Company
1H8.'), the factory has i:nt

working day except f t
ainly speaks of very tlat-
IS been entirely deserved.
1 a saw mill in Carristoii,
imensions, where they do

well as getting out mu-
This house is an exci'l-
rming business relations
ing conducted in a libenil
stest principles of business
le manager, is a native :•'
man of large business and

KETRESENTATIVE BUSINEHS MEN

155

executive ability. He is a Canadian bv birth as d

most ecouonncal and most comfortable iS „

pioprietoi IhiH house was built some twenti
years ago by Mr. Fred Stafford, and by hi.n r n

"nd'ou te"a" -"''?• '"■r "hi^" it Ims Chang:
namls quite a number of times, the present nrn

^Ino'f tt^' '""■"i' l'----n'ofyi'XeirTv
part of the present year. The hotel is a brick
8 ructure, three stories high and SOxHO fee in
dimensions. It contains twenty-six light airv
and well ventilated bed-rooms, two ladies' raVlora
three sitting and one reading room. Tin- ,,»
room IS cheerful and home-like, and will com rt
ably seat fifty guests ; and here is furnishe a- th
a bountiful hand the delicacies of hr«''ao. as
well as the most substantial food, w He then ^/m'

lOUse 111 the town. There is a neatly fitted in.
bar, wbere t lie best bran.ls „f wines and ' n m „'
e c., etc., and the choicest imported and d mest.c

leSZ^M.'fH'""'-- ''''"' '^r« '« co,nfJr%
ven flat r.^''? ^"' f"^"'' tl'e rooms are well
Twi "•' ''"'■'' ""^ "'"'!«■•" conveniences

There n. n, connection with the house stablinl;
accomm.Hlatioii for forty horses, with am^ Jl *!
and yard rootn. Mr. .]. W. Stafford, the propAe
tois IS a son of the origiual builder of the hott^
and ,s a native Cana.lian. He is a boo".';
(Ming, active and enterprising business man n
js a gentleman perfectl^ada.lled f.lr the o i, ; "a
hotel being generous in disposition and kind
hearte,! and courteous. He takes a live/r^t. r st
■n the public affairs of the dav, and in ,„ , , v
matters ,s deeply interested, and ii ca t i ,' «
company „f the 32nd Battalion '''M't'"" "I a

and the best „. service ..nd attention is given to
all matters entrusted to them. Mr. Eby is a
hh,W." /''">"''''• ','"''*« » gentleman held in the
highest esteem by all who know him, and has gone
Ml to proprietory medicine .nan ufacture .'ii a large
scale this year for the Eby Medicine Companv '
ZtT w^ " """f'"" "i"ers, German Breast
Balsam, Wormwood Pain Cure and Eby's Liver

M. F. Eby, Druggist, (ioderich Street ^The
profession „f the chemist and druggist s a not
■mportant one and for its successhd ac onpl h

'ct ?"'rV":f' "•""''' '^^["^•■icncc and n, cea .

ml H,Mf i «'-'""'•'"'"" l">««'ssing these necessarv
.p alihcations in a marked degree is Mr M F

Zlt f '"*' '"'«"""^« was established a

uarter of a century ago, and from the date of its
inception has enjoyed a marked degree of r. '
perity, ai„l has steadily increased wl/tc
development of the village. The premises hc
pied are tastefully fitted up will, p ate g a^s I, nv
cases, cabinets, etc., for the advantageous .hs 1?
the elegant stock carried, consisting of fH :
iind pure drugs, chemicals, fancv and t le
articles perfunus, soaps, proprietorC me I iVin ■« o
acknowledged merit and standard reputat in a, i
ac ice xiT "" r """' 'Y P'»sicians in thei

,„ ^f ■ 1 '•"•''••"H'>' "^ •"'^''" "f "'e compound- i

recipes, all the latest appliances for the safe
l.andlingof drugs being employed. Mi Kby s
a member of the Ontario College of PharinL
and is recognued as one of the n.ost skilfu phar-'

(CrN"',/'\t- J>""'"'i""- -ri'c offices oF tie
lireat Nort.b \V«.atevi> 'r-.i«,,-..,,i. i .,

dian Express companies are located in the store.

Grain hf I ""^•r' «c»e>-al Merchants and

Gran Dealers, Go<lericli Street.-In a review of

the business interests of Port Elgin some very

terestnig acts are brought to light with regard

Ho dim, a'c '" '!'^'"*^ "'f '"""''"tion of the place^
ilol.ling a conspicuous place among the business
houses ,n Port Elgin to^-lay is the vvell-knoZ to'
of Messrs. Kuby cV Hilker. general merchant
Wh'^n Z:^ '"«'"^ •■'"'S'^'^ "" GoderTch Bt're :
in the wnn^^ ^'" T"l*^'',"' " ^"^^ ^'•''"e houses
M„u Tf^ °" '.'''' ''"'■''«" of Lake Huron,
a lol bui ; V™ ""'' V"''^ """•*'"' '" business in
and not ...T "" ^T'"'' " "°^ «oderich street,
and not far from their present location. They
kept a general store and sold hardware, groceries
ueatH dry goods, clothing, and almost ev'Lrything

Port Zufil ''""'■'';^' "'"^ "' "'« kin.l in the

I ort and its business kept stea( y pace with the

developinent of the place and has a ways bee,, n

he front rank, li.ey built some years'ago wU

roved )uZ'rr ^T/"" ?'"'■«• The old Arm dis-
solved m H(,2. and the firm was changed to the

tmll't','''^ "' ""I'-V*^- «"'^'-"-' who 'have c^
Mt tl, r"'='='^''«f"l ™'-ccr of the founders,

1 ore ,^vf """""' '*'" '''^''<""« increasing
ore extensive premises were required and
the present large ami lian<lso.ne stone and
brick structure known as the Commercia Build

t" ;.;!r'' ''T'V'' ^"^'- " '** '^ "'^ee storey
stiuctine with a frontage on Go.lerich street of

-ccmtrhv M ''«''"' ,"^ ''•^ f'^'^'- ''■'>« premises
si^n wm ■ '' *";■"' ''"'■" "'•'-' -'■''"0 feetiiidimen-
Mons vy th a warehou.se in rear of 17 feet. A laree
nnd wel selected .stock of general dry goodt. gr^^
ccr es, glassware, hat. and caps, boots and nhZt
m linco- and ready-made cloihing is carried,^, i
tncie IS a depaitinciit on the second floor for

and conmi'V""' ''""-" ""''^"'"- '^''-e "took U arge
ami complete m every particular, and all ifoods
'•'"■ned are of the very hist quality. The r.^ are
also extensive handlers of ,raiii aiul have a krge
gia n elevator on Mill street, which is ;-;0 x 70 feet
in dimensions and three stories in height. It is
h.ted up in the most mode.-n stvle, and every co.
vcnience fo.- the expeditious handli ,« o ^, -ai^ '°,J'„
competent hands being here giveu'e.!.^, otn.e.7
; In the general store employment is fu.nishecl to
I nine competent and courteous assistai s Mr
Henry II, ker. the junior member of the firm is a

Mr w" / R ".""'-^ • T' '' ^"-^^^'^^--^ "f the vi iage
Mr \\. U. Ruby is also a German by birth and
was Reeve of the Township of Saugeen for several
yea.-s, and IS a trustee of 'the School Board and
Cba.rman o the High School Board. Bot gen
lemen are thorough-going, active and progressive
husiness men and public-spirited an<f valuable
cTinmirnit';.'^"^ ^^'^«'"«'' ''^ '^» <"-- of th'e

156

TOWN OF WALKERTON

iV5

TOWN OF WALKERTON.

One of the thriving and proBperoua towns in Bruce county is Walkerton. This place, which was
settled in 1H50, was incorporated as a town in 1H72, and already has a population exceedinj! 2,800. It
is favorably situated on the banks of the Httu«oen river -whicli Hupplies excellent water power for
mauufacturinK purposes-and is reached by the Wollint.ton, Grey A Bruce division of the Urawl Trunk
Kailway. It is in Brant township, Bruce county, and is the county seat. It contains many imi)or-
tant nmnufacturin>; industries, anionf. the number beiufj woollen and planiuM mills, a turninfi factory,
foundries, tanneries and machine shops, etc., which give employment to a large number of people.
The different religious denominations are well represented, there being Methodist, Baptist, Kpisco-
pal Catholic, Presbyterian, Lutheran and Christadelphian ehurclies; and also high, public and sepa-
rate schools, which arc presided over by competent teachers. There is a Mechanics' Institute, having
a library of about 1,000 volumes; an opera house with seating capacity of 400; two banks and three
weekly 'newspapers, the llmve Ileral.l, Ilrnce TelcHcope and Die Ontario dloclu: Htages run daily to
Durham, Formosa and Bolmore. Walkerton has an excellent lire department, and telegraph, tele-
phone and express facilities.

. pied by the factory are 30x70 feet in dimensions
and are fitted up with all the most improved ap-
pliances for the successful prosecution of the work
ill liand. ICniplovment is furnished to four skill-
ed and competent workmen in the manufacture
of carriages, buggies, waggons, cutters, sleighs, «tc.
The vehicles turned out from this factory are of
the very best quality, nothing but tlie best season-
jed wood and finest quality of steel and iron are
; used in the manufacture and nothing is omitted
I that would improve or add to the strength or
i beautv of the different vehicles, while the Vv'ork-
\ mansiiip is not surpassed in the town. Mr.
Hwartz is a native of Clanada and is a skilled,
practical carriage maker and a public spirited
gentlenuui and is an ex-member of the council.

Oarlton & Son, Blacksmiths, Durham
Street.— It is but a few years since it was consi-
dered that the best blac'ksmitli was the one that
could shoe a horse so as to make it stay on a long
time and tlie longer it staid on the better the
smith, his skill being gauged in that way. Now,
however, the most skilful man is the one that
shoes the horse in such a way as to benefit his
foot and cure any defects that may be in it, with-
out reference to the time it may stay on. Proiii-
ineiit among those engaged in this business in
Walkerton, are Messrs Carlton A Hon, whose shop
is on Durimm street. Their business dates its
inception back to lH7(i, when Mr. ,1. Carlton start-
ed it and successfiiHv carried it on till 18K',I, when
his son T. B. Carlton entered into partnership
with him. The premises occupied are itOxlO feet
in dimensions and are conveniently fitted up with
two forges and all the necessary tools and appli-
ances for successfully carrying on the business.
'J'he wcu'k done consists of all kinds of general
hiacksmithing and repair work, a s))ecialty, how-
ever, being made of horse shoeing. The business,
though started on a small scale, has grown and
extended from year to year and now reaches all
parts of the town aiid surrounding country,
Messrs. Carlton cV Son being known all through
this section, as successful horse shoers. Mr. J.
Carlton, the senior member of the linn, is an
Knglishmiui by birth, first seeing the light in
Kent Cimnty. Kngland, and has lived in this
conntr\ ^uuw. fortv-two years; his son is a native
Canadian. They are both social and entertain-
ing gentlemen and are wide and favorably known

P, SwartZ, Carriage Maiinfactiiier, Durham
Street.— Among the important lines of manufac-
ture must be classed that of carriage and waggon
making. If all the vehicles in the country were
Lo be thrown out of existence, business would come
to a dead standstill. :SIerchan(lise could not be
moved ami the people could not drive hilher and
thillii-r, sothe coiimiunity is dependent nmretluui
they thought of upon the ciiri'iage builders. Ac-
tivel\ engaged in this line of business in Walker-
ton is Mr. 1'. SwartZ. whose carriage factory is
located on Durham street. This business, since
its inception fifleen years ago. has enjoyed a large
share of patronage and lias increased and devel-
oped in a marked degree. Tlie premises occu-

I W. J. HlokU, Furniture Manufacturer,

I Queen Street.— The improvements in the manu-
facture of furniturehave kept steady pace with that
j in the other lines of commercial industry, so that
now a stock of modern furniture is a beautiful
! si'dit. The designs are artistic and the fiiiishing
i about i)erfect. Mr. W. .1, Nickle, of Queen street,
; Walkerton, is prominently engaged in the manu-
' facture of furniture here, and since the establish-
ment of his business, sixteen years ago, has met
with the most pronounced success, which is at-
tributable to the superior quality of his work and
the liberality that marku his business transac-
tions. The premises occupied by the factory are
HOxCiOfeiit in dimensions and two stories in height,
with eiigi-ie and boiler house attached. The fac
t(n-y is fitted up with all the latest and most im-
proved machinery and appliances that could pos
siblyaid in the successful operation of the work,
the" machinery being operated by a 12 horse
power engine and employment furnished to five
skilled and competent workmen. Mr. Nickle
mamifactiirers I'l kinds of furniture for be<lroonis
and dining rooms. The goods manufactured hen
i are all of the most superior (juality anil from the
best seasoned wood, while in design and finish
\ they are uiisurpasseil by any concern in town.
i while the prices charged are extremely moderate.
Since the business was established it has steadilv
' increased in extext and importance from year to
! vear. Mr. Nickle is a native of t'anada and is ;i
' genlieinan ol wide business experience and ia fti-
; upright and honorable citizen.

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

157

This plHce, which was
m exceeding 2,800. It
BJleiit water power for
ion of tlie Grand Trunk
contains many imiMir-
nills, a turning factory,
irj>e number of people,
lortist, Hiiptist. KpiHCD-
I hijih, public and sepa-
anics' Institute, ImvinK
) ; two banks and three
c. Htttges run daily to
!nt, and telegraph, tole-

1x70 feet in dimensions
the most improved ap-
prosecution of the work
furnished to four skill-
en in the manufacture
ons, cutters, sleighs, «tc.
•oni this factory are of
ing but Uie bestseason-
ly of steel and iron are
and nothing is omitted
idd to the strength or
.'hides, while the work-
ed in the town. Mr.
anada and is a skilled,
and a public spirited
ember of the council.

iruiture Manufacturer,
•ovenients in the manu-
ept steady puce with that
iierciiil industry, so that
furniture is ii beautiful
.rtistic and the tinishiuK
Nickle, of Queen street,
y engaged in the manu-
"and since the establish-
teen years ago, has met
ed success, which is at-
(piality of his work and
It his "business transac-
upied by the factory are
uid two stories in h'.'ight.
Duse attached. The fac
till' latent aiid most im-
ppliiuices that could pos
il operation of the work,
[lerated by a Ti horse
lyiiu'iit furnished to five
"workmen. Mr. Nickle
iif funiitiire for bedrooms
goods manufactured hen
ior (puility and from tlu'
iie in clesign and tinisli
)y any concern in town,
lire extremely moderate.
Htablihhed it "has steadily
importance from year t.
ative of (Canada and is •
loss experience iiiid ia «■
itizen.

TEESVVATER.

This thriving manufacturing village is situated on the Teoswater river in Hriicc County, eighteen
miles south-west of Walkerton, the county seat. The tirst settler caino here in 1854, and the tirst
house was built in that year, by Mr. Kobert Irwin. In 185,5 a hotel was opened in a small log hoaae,
which is still standing on Clinton street. The tirst store was erected by Mr. Matthew Iladwen about
this time, and a post olVice established, Mr. lladweii IxMug appointed iiostmaster ; he was succeeded
in a few years by Mr. S. Waldo, who in turn gave way to tlie present incumbent, ^Mr. O'CJonnor. The
tirst mill was erected in Im57, and from that timu onward settlors arrived in considerable numbers ;
the water power was improveil, new mills and manufactories started, and stores and hotels opened,
till in 18(11 the population had increased to :tOO. The village continued to grow, and in 1875 was in-
corporated, with some SIOO actual settlers, and in this same year the rail road, a branch of the C. I', li.,
was built to the place. A plot of ground has been set apart for a public park and pleasure grounds,
and tliere is an excellent half mile racetrack. The village has a tine large brick school, with one
principal and four assistant teachers. The religious dt nominations represented are the Methodist,
Presbyterian, Uaptist, Kpiscopalian and Catholic. A complete system of water works, one of tlie
best of ita size in Ontario, was constructed in 1H8!(, and there is an efficient volunteer tire department,
with hose reels, hook and ladder truck, and all necessary appliances for lighting tires. There is one
bank and a well suppor* ,1 weekly paper, the T'eeswater AVics. The village was originally called Mud
Hiver from the name of the stream on which it stands, but was given its present name by Mr. Win.
Hadwen, one of the early settlers, from a town of that name in England, from which he came. The
village has a number of manufactories, among them being saw, planing, woollen and Hour mills, tan-
nery, foundry, furniture factory and machine shops, which employ a large number of hands. The
surrounding country is a rich agricultural one, the shipments from the village being grain, live stock,
produce, and the products of the various manufactories. The present population is 1,'2()0. The
village has telegraph and express facilities, good hotel accommodation, and a number of handsome
private residences.

John SommarVills, Woollen Manufac-
turer, Teeswater. — T'he manufacture of woollen
goods is an important industry in any community,
but especially is it so in a wool producing
country. Prominently engaged in this business
at Teeswater, and carrying on one of the best ar-
ranged woollen mills in this section of the coun-
try, is Mr. ,John Sommerville, whose establish-
ment is on Clinton street. This enterprise was
tirst started some twelve years ago by Mr. Mat-
thew Hadwen, who conducted it till 188H, when it
was sold to Messrs. Sommerville <t Purves. In
the s[)ring of 18ilO Mr. Purves retired from the
firm and .Mr. Sommerville has since conducted it
alone. The premises occupied are lOxliO feet in
dimensions and four stories high. They are con-
veniently fitted up with the latest improved ma-
chinery, consisting of spinning jacks, combers,
fullers, looms, shearers, etc., and are known as a
one sett mill. This is operated by steam, a
twenty horse power engine being used. The goods
manufactured consist of tweeds, etotfs, blankets,
sheeting and yarns, employment being given to
eleven competent assistants. The wool used in
the mill is bought from the farmers in the coun-
try adjacent, either cash or goods being exchang-
ed for it The manufactured wares are sold at
wholesale almost exclusively, being shipped to the
large trade centres, Montreal and Toronto. In
addition to the mill, hut in an entirely separate
structure, and across the street from it, in a build-

ing 22x10 feet in dimensions, is the salesroom,
office, and storeroom for wool. Here are kept a
samiile lot of the manufactured goods from which
to select, the salesroom being presided over by a
competent and courteous assistant. Mr. Sommer-
ville is a Canadian by birth, an intelligent and
social gentleman, an active business man, and :i
thoroughly posteil wool manufacturer, having
been connected with the business for many years,
and working himself from the bottom of the lad-
der to the proprietorship of a null.

W. R. Thompson. Sawmill, Stave Head-
ings, Shingles, Lath and Hroom Handle Fac-
tory.— A leading industry of Toesw .' i s lum-
bering, and one of the proniiuent mei : 4: ged in
it is Mr. W. H Thompson, wliose mill is 011 Klora
street. Tliis enterprise dates its incejition back
some thirty years and it is one of the oldest mills
in the place, but has been enlarged and improved
at ditferent times. TTie present proprietor came
into possession in 1HS8. The mill, as at present
constituted, is a substantial two story frame
structure, with engine house attached, and is
eqnippeil with the latest improved niaohiiiery and
appliances for successfully conducting the busi-
ness to which it is devoted. The logs used are
brought by the farmers from the heavily timber-
ed country adjacent, being hauled here in the
winter time when there is sleighing. Mr. Thomp-
son manufactures all kinds 01 ,ic«,rd imd soft wood

108

TEESWATEB

lumlxnr, lath, shinnloN, barrel staven and lioadin«H
and hroom Jiandlon, hm mill l)..in« the b«Ht e<iuii).
ped of any in the Duniinion for niakui^ thoHe
handles, and doin« a very larKu l.iiiiinesH in them, kh
many as 500,(K)0 bein« uiiide and sold laiit yeiir.
A very extermive trade ia also done in niannfac-
tu^in^; maple blockH, these bein« sliii)ii.-.l directly
to the inarkfts of the old coimtry. .\ foo|»;r hIioi)
Ib in connection with the mill, the barreln bein^
sold to the local traili , and throe competent men
beinK «iven constant employment. A twenty-Hvo
horse power en)iine is nsed to driveti ■ machinery
of the mill and twenty hands find steady work.
In addition to this mill Mr. Thompsondeals exten-
sively in hiniber from other points, nsing the
prodnctsof five other establishments Hiiular to
his own, and «ettiii« from them Inmber, lath,
8liinsle8, etc., for all of whioli he tiiids a ready
market. He also runs a cooper shop at Wroxeter
for supplying tho Icwal market there with barrels
FergonHlly.Mr. rh'.mp'on isaranadian by birth,
an enterpnsir. ._,.,: „ . tlmnan, a tliorouuh-

Ij practical n i 'an<( a iniLUc spirited cituen.

three stories lii^h, and contains thirty-one light,
airy and well ventilated bedrooms, one ladled'
parlor, two sitting rooms, and four sample room*
for the aocommodalion of i omniercial travellers,
lliedininx room is cosy and homelike and will
••omfortably seat fifty quests. Hero is provided
with a bountiful him. I the delicacies of the season
as well as the nicmt substantial foixl, while the
cuiBiiie IS all that the most fastidious could desire,
and IS served by ao< JinmiKltttinK and courteous
iiHHistants. There is Htabling capacity for fifty
horses, with large shed and yard room, thuii
making it a convenient stopping place for farmers
and those driving through the countiv The bar
111 connection with tli^' liouse is well apixiinted
and fully stocked with the choi( est wines, li(|Uor8
ales, etcand the best im|)orted and domestic
cigars. The house is comfortably heated during
Hie wintertime and has the modern conveniences.
Vlr. /inger is a Canadian hv birth, a pl.iiHiint and
social gontleman and a popular host, in,.; looks
closely after the interests of his patrons.

Mah .?. 8iti5,,., il.i.ikers, Clinton Street —
Among the aolid financial institutions in this
section of tne country, and the only one of the
Kind in leeswater, is the banking house of Messrs.
Mair iW Smith on (Minton street. Tliis enterprise
was first established some Ion veara ago by Mr.
KettrJ.lgc. who conducted it till'lHHS, when he was
succeeded by Mr. W. JJ. Tinsdale t- ' .,,

gave way, in the early part of 1^ „..^ ^, jw, ,,t

firm, Ihe ofHces are eligibly 1 jcated in the midst
of the busy part of the town and are handsomely
and conveniently fitted up with publi'- and pri-
vate rooms, a building liaving recently been erec-
ted and finished in the most approved style for
the business to which it is devoted. A general
banking business is done, money loaned, notes
discounted and exchant;<' issued, as well as money
received on deposit and interest allowed thereon,
the greatest care being exercised in all matters
pertaining to the workings of the institution.
Messrs. Mair A Smith represent the Canada
leniuinent and the Canada Lif. . two of the
strongest Jinancial institutions loaning money on
real c :,tate, and can place loans on apiiroved jiro-
perty at low rates and without uniiccessarv delay,
rill- also represent the Queen'M, Western As-
sura ce, and other strong in^uian. . companies,
wlKise rates arc as low as a .v otli, r tirst class
pany. The ))erRonel of the firm lue GeorKo
Mair, who was manager of the I'oderal R.mk at
Loikl.r, and Guiiph, a native (uiuidiMi and C.
H. Small, who has been niaiiugii of the 'I niders' ;
Bank of Cnnada, Drayton, and first ^ v the'
light in Mulligan. V. S. Tlicv are intelligent and i
.social gentlemen and thorough bankers. j

Street.— The
one in any

Commerolal Hotal, Wm. Zingcr, Clint..n
Street.— Tees water can 'oast of as yood liot.l
acconimuilation as many larger places. piomineiH
among them being the Commerc !, William
/inger, jjr.ip. . f;)r, ,,n Clinton street This iionsc
was first op. i in IM l,y .\|r. V am Clark
the present pi jnetor coming into possession in
1HH2. It 18 a substantialy built frame structure

M. Kaalar, .Jeweller, Clinton
jewellery business is an importm
community, many men being empi . cd at it and
much crtjiital invested. Prominent among those
engaged in this enterprise in Teeswater, and the
only really practical workman here, and perhaps
the only one in this section with a practical
watch factory experience, yained by years of hard
woil. at i;tgin, Illinois, is Mr. M.' Keeler, whost,
OBtablishinent is on Clinton street. .\lr. Keeler is
one of the new comers here, only startiuK in
business the latter part of IHH'.t, but the super
11; r quality ,f the stock kept, as well as the
liberal and fair dealing which characterize all his
transactions, aided by the line workmanship dis-
plavod in repairing and engraving, have already
placed him in the front rank of the business
houses of the place, and at the head of the jewel-
lery establishments of this portion of the coun-
try. The premises occupied are 'i'i.'ilO feet in
dimensions and are suitably and handsomely fit-
ted ip with |)late glass show cases and cabinets,
topioperly ■lis))!ay the stock of goods, which is
very full and complete, has been carefully selected,
and consists of utM and silver S". jss mid .•Ameri-
can watches of standard niiilu», French, alarm
luul eight-day cloc': all kinds and style. . ' jewel-
lery, plain, set ... v^eddiny lings, lockets, , rooch-
es, bracelets, ear-rings, shirt studs, colLir and
cuff liuttons. and the man\ aiiicles that \: zle
tlie eye ami <■ nipt the wallet Also a full h. if
fancy gotuls. Here too m. ical instrument

violins and slrinys. acciM-dni,
Als.i a full line of M. Laiiicm
spectacles aiirl optical good- of
sihi 1- and plateii vvai
endless variety of g. ...d..

iiitars, fifes, etc
I^azarm and ^
II kinds. Hen
ml line cutlery an.' i
that must l)c seen t.

I . . ,, .- Ik-

appreciated Hepairing and tine engraving are
made a specialty. Mr. Keeler yiving his personal
attention to tin-, department and guaranteeing
satisfaction in all case--. I'ersonallv, Mr. Keeler
IS a Canadian by birth, an intelligent and socia.
Lientleman, an active busiiu nian and an xpert
watcliniaker.

ontaiim thirty-one licht,
id budroomH, one laclieg'
1, and (our Huinple rnonna
>f lommerciHl travellers.

and hoiiu< like and will
iieHtH. Ilitro ii< provided
delicacies of the HeaHon
>Htaritial food, winle the
It faittidiouH could desire,
iiriMlatiiiK Hud courteous
abliiig capacity for ftfty
and yard room, thus
oppiiif,' placi- for farmers
li the counti'N The bar
house is well apixiinted
choif est wineH, li(|uors,
inportfd and domestic
ufortahly heated during
he iiiotlcrn conveniences,
hy birth, a phiiHant and
popular host, umi looks

of his patrons.

•, Clinton Htreet.— The
importnii* one in any
jiufi empl .I'd at it and
Prominent amonf,' those
! in Teeswater, and the
inittn here, and perhaps
tion with a practical
Kained by years of hard
K Mr. M. Keeler, whns*'
in street. Mr. Keelii m
here, only starting in
jf 1HH!», but the super-
kept, as well as thi'
licli clmracterize hII his
I (iiif workmanship dis-
nKriiviny, have already
rank of the busuiLSs
t the head of the jewel-
lis portion of the coun-
pied are 'i'i.xlO ftit in
jIv and handsomely At-
low cases and cabinets,
-ook of f;[oodH, which is
< bcencniofully selected,
ilver Swiss iuid Ameri-
nmkisi, l-'reiirli. alarm
iiidsand style: ' ' jewcl-
ii I iiiys. lockets, -ooch-
shirt studs, colli r and
hj articles that \. -ilo
let. Also a full 1, ,f
) nm-ical instniineiil-.
Iiiiiih iiitars, /ifes. etc
irencc, Luzarni iiiul ^
l-of ;ill kindn. I III
id tine cutlery an
lat must he seen l* Oc
mil Mile eiit,'raviiiH are
ler ^iviiii; his personal
iient and tjuaraiitceiiiti
I'ersoiuilly, Mv. Keeler
intelligent ;iii! -iiciui
ic man and ai, \pert

REPKKSKNTATI\ K M r S I N K S S M K N I,)

TOWN OK WIN ,I[AM.

The first white man who came to this place to stay «nd who built a lo« house here was Kdward Far.
ley, who moved fro.n ( wcn Soun,l in IH.W. The country was then heavilv timbered. In 18.5!. a loK

avern wits put up , , the site of the present Queen's Hotel by .lohn Cornyu A store was opened by
I.dward .oley .n iHr.o, and m the ' .,win« year Peteraud Archibahl Kislier builta saw n.ill, followed
a year later by one to «n„d Hour. .st office was openeil m the winter of iMdO-.U, and I'Mward

ocy was a,.po.nte.i hrst postn,as, huh position he held tdl I H.;;,, when ho was succeeded by Mr.

1 eter • .sher, who still hohls the p|,„ With a saw an.l urist mill establ,sli..d, ami . hotel and "store
opened settlers be«an to come ,„ .,uue freely; woollen and canU,i« mills were started, other hotels and
stores built and the settlement be«an to asMime consi.lerahle proportions. It continued to «row quite
rapidly, a„d ,„ 1874 was incorporated as a village with lienjamhi Wilson as Keeve. The place con-
tinned to ,n.w and impiove. and in lH7il with ..poi-'dation of 2,072, was i..cor,.u,ate<l as „ (own with
nenjamin ^^ ilsoii as Hrst Mayor. A Haptist church was erected in IH.i:,. the tirst place .,f worship
1.1 he p ace. a.id .t .s st.ll stand.uR. Th.. town is pleasantly situated on the Maitlan'l river, the north
and south branches nn.tiii« here and pnu , liuu water power for manuf.uturi,,,. purposes. The place

s reached hv the Velliii«to,i, (Jrcy aiul Hnice and the London, Huron and Bru, e divisions of the
(.rand 1 ruuk Uailway, as well also as by a branch of the t;ana.lian Pacific. It i^ an important mau-
iifactuniiH centre, and c.mtains woollen. Hour, saw, planin«, and other mills, f^utoric implement
works, etc. I here .» a tlrst-class system of water works, a volunteer tire .lepartment and a town hall
w, h a seatiuK capacity of 800. For recreation purposes there is a public park of eight .-icres, also a
half n.ile race course. A school with eight t.acliers gives instruction to the young, while for places
o worship he Presbyterian, Methodist, < .-ugregatimial, Haptist, lipiscopal an.l Oatholic have
c lurches 1 wo weeklv news,,apers, the 7„,„. and A.lnun... are well supported, an.l there is one
chartered ami one private bank. A Mechanics' Institute with a library „f 1,500 volumes has also
been established. The town is lighted by electri.ity, and the merchants and business men are alive
and active, and loyal to ,ts best interests. The place was named from Wingham, a small town in
I'-ngland. 1 he present po|inlation is 2,.'i00. •

Wm. Smyth, Marble W^ .loHe|)hine Street.

--.\monji tile niHiiy maiiufmi uniig industries con-
ducted in Wingham there are noii/ more deserving
of e.\tended iioti.c tliati that of the marble works
conducted by .Mr Wm. Smyth. This business was
established fourteen \i'ars ago. and since the ilate
of its inception it has met with eminent success.
The yards, which are located on .losephine street,
are .IO.k")!* feet in dimensions, where eniploviiient is
fiiniislu I to three skilled and coni|ieteiit uorknieii
tliroiiylioiit the year. The work doiu> 1)\ this house
is e.\oellent in (|nality ami beautiful in design It
is to the skill and artistic taste of our inoiiiiiiieiital
w.'rkers that so much of the heaiitv of our ceiiie-
ir. les is to be attributed, and Mr. Siuvth has won

I high and widesiiread reputation thioiigliout this
-ii'tioii ol till country, ilis prices arc iiKulerate
uul the> guarantee satisfaction in all cases, so that

iiose reipiiriiig any of those memorials to tlie

nior\ if departed friends will do well to cull upon

- ttrni iieforc leaving their orders elsewhere.

William Siir th is a native of Kngland, and is

1. iiieiiil^ if the Wingham School Board and ex- 1

member -lie Town Council. j

Chisholm's Cornsr Drug Store, .losi
(ihine Street. The profession of the druggist is
an important one. alleviating as he does the pain
to whii h the human ho.i' , heir, and demanding
"11 that account our hignest rousideriition. Proiiii- '
.-.vnily connected witii tiiia ijiisUicss lu Wingham,
and having one of the b2st appointed drug stores '

here IS Dr. T. Chishohii |iroprietor of the •■corner
I (rug store " on Josephine street I'his enterprise
I dates Its inception to the year |sSH. when it was
j started by its luesent proprietor The premises
occupied are •J2x.".() feet in iliniensions. wil large
laboratory in the rear and with u haseincnt die full
size of t he store room, devoteil e.\r Uisivelv to storage
purposes. 'These are coiiveniei.tlv htt'ed up and
are handsomely arranged and appointed for the
purposes to whii h they are devoted. The stock is
very full ami coniplete and has been selected with
rare: it consists of pure drugs and chemicals, toi-
c't and faucx soaps, patent medicines of iicknow-
I ledged and rccogiii/ed merit, and all such articles
as are foiiiid m hr-t class drug stores, also pro-
prietary medicines of l>r. t'liisholms own manu-
tactnre, amom; them being Clii-liohns tough 8v
nip. Anti-Hilioiis I', lis, Heef. Iron ami Wine, and
\.' lous other preparations. These are not iidver-
tis, 1 as cure-alls, but for tl specific ailments for
which they are prepaieil. In, e no superior in the
market ; a hue line of ciitlerv is also kept, as well
as stationery, note paper, envelopes, etc. Particular
attention is given to physicians' l>rescriptious and
family recipes, whn ii are conipoutided with accu-
racy, i.romptness aid i.-spatch. J)r. Chisholm is
a regular practicing 1,1 sician, devoting his time
to his profession, and leaving the management of
the stor Mr. ,(. H. Chisholm, than whom a

better | ,1 ami re careful anil pairiutQi;...j.

druggist woul.l I ,1 to find. He is also iicensed
to sell postage .■itaiups.

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160

TOWN OP WINOHAM

Dr. il. Wilson, V. ••—The HuientiAo attalii-
moiitH of till' v«t<'riim) V siirneoii 'mve now bo f»i-
adviinocd that tlie (tuinli iiniinal> nave thoi'- miffor-
iiif{H roliovt'd ('<|imllv witli tlio hmiinn ra<c It re-
iluiroH loriHtiviit Htiiily on tlio part of HtuiU'nt* and
profosHorH, howi'Vf-r, to attain tlu'HO reHiilts, and
the nnatoniy of tho rlomuxtiu animal in Htiidiod ah
ol> 4iily aH tlint of num. Aiuon({ tlioHe liohlin»{ a
hijjli poMition in tliiM piofoHH on in tliin Hoction of
Ontario i» l)r John WiIhoii, whoHeotticeand Htables
are on .loHophino Htroet. ThiH |{entlonian lian btu'n
(•HtahhHhcil in btiHinuHH for noinu nix yearH and hax
built up II lar^tt practice in that tinio. (lu in a
j^raduiiti) of the Ontario Vntorinarv (lolloKe, of
'I'oronto, and a re(>iMteri'd nuunlHT of thti Ontario
Votorinarv Mudioal \HHociation. Ho trtatu all
difleaBOHof donieHtic aninialH, but makes a Hpoi-ialty
and (<ive« careful attention to the caHtration of
stallions and colts, usiuH Iho ecrasseiir, which is
now cnusidnred th« most humane, scientific and
surjjical way of oiK'ratinj,', and in this he has met
with the most marked success. He also has a
buildiufi devoted to an inlirniary, where ho has
room for ten horses. This is well adapted to this
l>urpoHe, the stalls boiny lar(,'e, liKht, airv and well
ventilated, with pi' nty of Ixnidiiin and proper
<lrainaf!e,wlii local 1 1 (grooms are iiuonstant atten-
dance. He is aCaiuidian by birth, and a ({ciitleinan
liighly esteemed for his many intrinsic (jimlities.

S. il. Roidf Fashionable Tailoring, Men k Kur-
nishiiijis.-- The tailors' art has reached a In li do-
jijrec of perfection in recent years, and now the
most unj^ainly, those whom nature had forgotten
to uish, or had tinished too well, can Ivj made to
look a fairly proportionate (i^ure, the art of the
tailor covering a multitude of sins with regard to
form. But there are liooil as well as poor tailors,
and it is sometimes difficult to strike the right one,
but when he is found he ought to be appreciated
at his proper value. Wingham is blessed with a
tailor of the right sort in the person of Mr. H. J
Reid, whose place of business is on Josephine
street, opposite the Brunswick hotel. Mr. Heid is
a new arrival in the towi coming here in the early
part of the present year iiom (ioderich, where he
was for several years, and still is a member of Mio
Arm of J. A. lieid it Bro. Although here so short
a time, yetowing to the (piality of goods kept in
stock, and the lit and Hnish of the clothing turned |
out, the trade is rapidly spreading, and the list of |
patrons of his house is ever widening. The prem-
ises occupied are "J'ix'.IO feet in dimensions, two
floors being used. These are convenuii My fitted
up for the purposes to which they aredevoted, and
are fully stocked with a line lino of Scotch tweeds,
Irish serges, and other foreign and domestic goods
from which to select. He also keeps on hand a
full supply of the latest style of gents' furnishiiigs,
hats and caps, etc. He employs fifteen competent
hands, is a practical cutter himself and attends
personally to that deiiartinent. He makes a spe-
cialty of fine clothing, and -lo other house in this
section can give better satisfaction. His trade
already extends, not only to tliis, but to other
towns ill tlie western part of Ontario, and some of
his work even going so far as Cleveland, Ohio.
Mr. Reid is a native Canadian, and a gentleman of
push and enterprise and well i)ualified to achieve
success in his buKincss undertaking.

L. & il. MoLean, Saw Mill, Shuter and Albert
Streets. — One of tlie most important nianufactur- '

inK enterprises in Wingham are the saw inillN of
Messrs. L. A- J. McFiean. These gentlemen o|>e-
rato two niillM, one on Shiiter street, which was
first started some sixteen years ago by Messrs.
Fowler and Haleiitiiie, and came into poHsessimt
of the ^neseiit proprietors in IHMH, and another on
Josephine street, established eight years ago, but
has been run by the Messrs. McLean since IHHCi.
These are both lar. and commodious stnictiiros,
two stories high ai. 1 substantially built. T'hey
are fully ei|uipped with the latest improveil
macliinery and appliani'e:. for successfully carry-
ing on the busines'i to which they are devoted,,
which consists <vf manufacturing lumber, lath,
shingles, barrel heads and staves, pickets, etc The
li',;s used in the mill are hroiight by the farmers
from the wooded lands in the adjacent country,
and I'l'oiii tiiiiher limits, owiieil by the proprietors
i of the nulls. All kinds of lumbcir, maple, birch,
! cedar, butteriiut, cherry, ash. pine, clc., are inaiiu
factiired and sold, mostly in the lor^il market,
but some is slii|>ped to Toronto, and a small
amount to the I'liited States. The mill i Shuter
-tieet is ilriven b\ a forty-five horse powi i .-ngine,
while that on .losephine street reiiuires one of
thirty-live horse. The conihined capacity of the
mills is itl.lMMI feet daily, and some twenty-five
men are gi\ I'll eniployineiit. In addition to the
mills, and auxiliary to them, the Messrs. McLean
have oxteii-iive cooper liops, iniikiiig egg. fiourand
ajiple barrels, and gniiig employment In five to
fifteen competent and skilful mechanics. These
barrels are sold mostly to the local trade. The
Messrs. McLean are of Scottish disi int, though
(!anadiaii born ; they are pleasant gentlemen and
active business men, and superintend rjersonally
the many details of their extensive business estab-
lishments.

W. F. Brookanahirs, Phof rapher— Cana-
dian photography during the pant ten or twelve
years has made so rapid improveiiunt that it can
now fairly bo claimed for the ( aiiadian photo-
^;rapher tliat he is unexcelled. Foremost among
the photographers of this section, the only one in
Wingham, and occupying iin enviable position if
compared with the leading photographers of the
Dominion, is Mr. W. F. Brotkeiishire, whose place
of business is on Josephine street, where he has
commodious ([uarters with large and tastily fur-
nished reception and dressing rooms and a finelv
arranged studio. This gentleman (■ommenced busi-
ness here in lH7it, was burned out once, but rebuilt
on a much more extended basis. He makes a spe-
cialty of dire ,t work f nun the locket to life size; also
engages in view and fancy work, executing eacl'
branch in the most approved manner, and in ac
cordance with the generally accepted standard.
Mr. Brockenshire has a large stock of excellent
backgrounds to which he is constantly adding, and
in ]>hotograph and burnishing apparatll^^ he is
most completely eijuipped. He finishes pictun -
in all styles, principally, however, in crayon and
plain photos. He also does picture framing, of
wliicli he keeps a large ami excellent stock; and il
may be mentioned that in every branch in which
he engages, the work is strictly first-class. Mr
Brockenshire is a native of Canada, and is a skil
ful photographer. Ho is a gentleman who takes
a df'^p liit*»rr-^t ■;•• all that peitainy. io the wclfan
and progress of the town, and is highly esteemcfl
in the community.

RKPUKHKNTATIVK IMSINKHS MKN

101

iivni are the anw tnillH of
'I'Iu'pm> ({iMitlt'men ope-
Hliiitur Htrtxtt, wliiuli wiiit
.'II yeiirH ann by MpHHrw.
.ml cnini' into iioHHtmHimi
H ill 1KH!», and iiii(itlii>r on
liml oiylit Vfrti'M iiKo, hut
wrH, McLoaii Miiici! IHHti.
I'oiiiinoilioiiH Htniiitiii'eH,
bstiviitiiilly built. 'I'liey
th tliu liitimt iin)irove(l
v.> for HucoeHHfully <Mirry-
wliicli tiii-y am dovott'd,
ifauturiii^ liinibi'r, lath,
1 HtavoH, picki'tN, t'tc Tho
biiiuyht by the farinurs
in llm adjart'iit country,
iwiK'd by the proprietors
of luinbiir, nia|>U', birch,
aHli. piiici'tc, arc niaini
ly in tim local market,
I 'I'dronto, and a Hitnill
iten. The mill ' Shuter
f' live liorHu [lowi MXiiiP,
1 street re<|uir<'» one of
oinbilicd capai'ity of the
V. and some twciity-Hve
;'nt. In addition to the
em, the Messrs. McLean
'ps, nmliinf,'eyt,'. Hour and
.; employment In live to
lilful mechanics. 'I'hese
to the local trade. The
icottish dcH(Mnt, thou>{h
i pleasant u*''itl«"it'i> i»rid
1 superintend peraonally
extensive businesB estab-

■, I'hot rapher— Cana-

i the pant ten or twelve
impn)veM'"nt that it can
or the ( aiuidiau photo-
lelled. Foreinoat amony
t section, the only one in
} an enviable position if
lit; pliotonraphera of the
(rockenshire, whose place
lie street, where he has
th lar({e and tastily fui-
isiut; r<ioiiis and a ftnely
tienian cominenced biisi-
iied out once, but rebuilt
; basis. He niakesaspe-
;he locket to life size ; also
;:y work, executing eacb
ved manner, and in ai
ally accepted standard,
hirtje stock of excellent
is constantly addiiij^, and
lishiiiy apparatus he is
il. He hnishes iiictiirc^
however, in crayon and
loes picture franiiiif,', of
d excellent stock ; and it
I every branch in whicli
strictly first-class. Mr
)f Canada, and is a ski I
a t,'ciitlenian who take?'
pertain;; to the wcifan
and is highly esteemed

TOWN OF KINCAriDlNK.

TliiH nourishing., mannfaeturiim. and prettilv locate.l town, «ets its name from Kincanline in Kct-

land. t IS situated on the eastern .ho. f Lake Ihir. md on the banks of the IVnetaiiKore river.

wh.eh furnishes water power for manufaetnriuK purpose-. The rtr»t .ettleme.lt wu» nnule herein
lM„(la„d was then ca.h I IVnetauKore, from the river; the whole coi.ntrv was a vast unbrokeu for

est the nearest Hettlen.ent lH.i,.« « (loderich, from which point an Indian trail was tl nly road.

William Wuliers built the (1r« Haw mill ami William Hi.t,.,n, who is now sherKf. erected it the

name time. ,v mil for ^rindiuK «rain. The lirst tavern was built on the shore of the lake bv SVilliam

Pow.iey and Willi Uslal opened a store. A post olliee was establishcl in 1*1(1 ami lUvid Mc

Keiidrick was appointed postmaster, wliici, position he hel.l till IH.V, when the present meumbeut,

a bn.ther of the Ins, p, ae.l, sueceede.l to tho place. With thin micleUH, nettlorH eaine in rapidK ,

iiew nianufaetiiriiiK interests were established, and in IS,",? it was in..orp,.rated as a village, and, .•on-
tinumu to ^row, was made a town in IH7J with a population of about •J.tMMI. Its present population
m ,H,^).Und assessed valuation 1?.i.(-,000, I, is at the northern terminus of the southern extension of
the Wellington, (.rev A Mruce division of the (irami Trunk liailway a,u[ is twentv-eiKht miles from
VValkerton. I MMoimty seat. It contains many inaniifacturiii« eslablishmenlH, including w.HdIen and
I.I..M1I.K mil s, furniture factory, Uoiler and ei,«iiie works, salt works, stove foumlry tttid other
mdiistries J. or recvation there is Lome Park. containiuK four a.'res ami prettilv locate.l on the
shore ot the lake a.nl what is known as Town Hall l>ark, laid out in the centre of the town, and
j.lanted with shade and ornamental trees. The I'lesbyteriaMH, Methodists, Ihvptisls aii.l Kpiscopalians
l.ave churches, ami for the education of the you.,«, there is a l,i«li, central an.l three ward HeluH,ls,
employinu fourteen teachers, A Mecliai,i,.s' Institute with a library of •..•Jot. volmnes is one of the
prominent features of the place, and there is a town hall with a seatiiiK .npaeilvof m). A fine
sys em of water works has just been coinplete.l aii.l there is an efticieut volunteer fire d..partment,
with all necessary apparatus for (i«htin« tires. There are two chartered and one private bank, and
two week y newspapers, the /.Vc/.-r and the /,V/-„r/,w, both „f which are libeiallv paln-ni/ed ; the town
IB ItKited by eleotr.oty and has tele«iai,h, telephone ami ex,.re«s facilities.' There are many line
private residences, and the inhabitants are alive and loyjl to the U,st interests of the municipality,

n",H'? ?■ ''''•• ^''1' ^'"■«''""' '^'"™" ""-eet. I Kincardine is that of Mr. If. Jl. Durni. n and
- lIold,n,a prominent phiceamoiiM the veterin- known as the Morgan House. beii,« located

human body. H,. attends to all ailments of I well li>.l,ted. comfortably furnished and ventilV
le Jias been located here only about a year, has ! sampi,., aii.l two readiiii; rooms The bar is sm,

stab e''Cl '"Y' 'rrV"';, '"^"'-V"'" '^ '""•" """' ' •"'''"' -'"' ""■ '■'"-' -"'™. '*'"'"•« e " t , I
wtl hu^e ili ')';; 1 V " "r.'i"f '^" ■■""•■nary, the best bramis of imported and domes ie cigars

f iirb;.l h, ; I ,n r '''"^ ''"''"»^' '■'""" '« ''"■«'• "'"' <-">n".lio,is and

ot ^nol beddiiit; and proper drainage, an.l with ' will coiiifortably seat ir.O quests The

careful «ro(uns in C(Mistaiit attendance. r.u«-sis. xnt

horses or other animals with chronn'

ous diseases are broiiHht, and are treated iin.lei

the direct supervision of |)r. I'vfe, He is ii

t-'radiiateof the Ontario Veterinary Colletie of I'or-

oiilo, and is well and favorably known tlirou;;h-

oiit the country fm- his iiiaiiv' sterling' cpmlitil's.

He is also Inspector and Valuator for the Ontario

Mutual and Live Stock Insurance C'miipaiiy, tioirfoVsi.xVv li.uses

hea.hjuarters at .Seaforth. ' tor, is a Caua.lian b-

,, . , , r, - ---e menu pro-

Here videil is all that the imi<t fastidious could desire

ir eontap- and contains all the deliriieies of the seasini. while

the ritisiii,' is unexceptionable. The attendants

have been carefully selected and are courteous and

attentive to the wishes and the comforts of the

UUesls. while the proprietor ^jives all matters his

personal e\periencc There is excellent stabliiii;

at Itched to the house with iiccomnioilatioii

Mr. Durnioii. the proprie-

birtli, and a thonjuyh yoiii

and genial hotel man. Dnriiit; the time he has

j^ .- ,, „ been in business he has Imilt on n liiuli >-e>n'>"

Amnnf tl"**"**; ""7";'". Vueeii street, tion f,n- the house, an.l has himself vvon the "re.

-Amonf,' the most prominent hotels located in spect and esteem of all who km.w liim.

1«2

TOWN OF godb:rich

TOWN OF GODERICH.

TliiH town iw iiioHt pleasivutly Hitimtiul on tlin eiiHt hIioiu of Lake Huron, iit tlie nioutli of tlio
Maitlimd Uiver, wliicli wan foi-nierly called by tlie InilianH the MeneHetuiiK. 'I'lie fli-Ht white nuiM
whoever viHitud the phice wuh the fainoun explorer, Kamnel de ('hainplain, wlio landed at the mouth
<>i' the river in llilH. After thiw the place wan often viHitod by the .leHuit priestH, in their expeditionn
between the settienientH on (JcMiryian Hay and thoae further down towards Detroit ; hut it was not
tdl IH-iti, more than '200 years after the visit of (Jhaniplain, that any attempt was made at a settlement
here. In that year W. K. (ioodin^i and a Krenehnian named I''rank Deohamp, landed with a small
boat load of such articles as wert! deemed necessary to start an Indian trailing post, and erected a
small cabin or store where OHilvie it llntchinson's liiill now stands l'"rom this lime the river was
called Maitlaiid in honor of I'ereKrine Maitlanl, Lieiitenant-Oovernor of Upper (lanada. Two years
later than this, in IH2H, the Canaila Company, who owned the entire Huron tract, <letermined to
plant a <:oli)ny here and at once sent out surveyors, who locateil roads to the place and laid out the
town according! to a plan which had been prepared in the Company's otlice at Vork. This plan is a
novel on(f and embraces an octagon a third of a mile in circumference with a broad street, '.til f((et
wide, extending from each of the ei};ht (H)rners. This central plot was reserved for a park, and has
a bniad street all around it. Many of the laborers who cann- throujih with tlie surveying; party in
1H2H took up land in the vicinity, and many more came as soon as the road was made passable.
Durin^^ this same year Daniel Wilson built a tannery here, which was the tirst one in the lliirini
tract. The lirst tavern was built by Valentine Fisher and the liist ston; by vVilliam and .1. (ioodin;>,
who were .Vmericans The tirst Hour mill was erected by the Canada Conipaiiy, but Hen. Miller put
np the tirst saw mill, some six miles ii)) the river In 1H;V2 theri' were some -jho inhabitauts, and in
this year the Canada Company built a steamer, named the (ioderich, to ply between this [lort and
others on Lake Huron and Krie. .V post othce was ojiened in lH:t;t and Ivlwin CritVni was appointed
postmaster. In this same year or the previous one a school house was built by the Ciunpany, its site
beint; where Kiio.x church now stands ; and here Dr. Scott, who had been selected by the Company,
taught the ymmu idea, and ministered to the bodily ailineiijts of the settlers as well. .\n Kn^^lisli
clinrch was erected in 1h:u, which was the lirst ijiiildiiij,' imed exiliisively for reli-jions worship,
although previous to that sirmons hail been preacheii at various times. l'"roin this time on the growth
of the place went steadily forward, and in \H'iU it was incorporated as a town, and M C. ('ameron was
elected Mayor. It has continued to ^row and develop and now has a population of 5,000, and an
assessed valuation of «;l,l IH.Iil 1.00. There are niiiny important inamJacturin'; enterprises, am iiiy
them beiny Hour, saw and planin<; mills, foundries, tanneruis, machine shops, salt works, an ortian
factory, etc., all of wlii('li employ many hands and rei|nire much capital. l''or the education of the
youn-; there is a lliyh. Central, three \V'ar(l,aiid a Heparate school, and some twenty tcacdiers. There
is a Mecdianics Institiiti- with a library of -J.MM volumes 'I'hi- .'\Ielhodist, Presbyterian, l''.piseopaliaii,
Hrethreii and Catholic eliiii lies are represented, and two newspapers, the Sii/hh/ and .S^ic, are well
■<ii()ported. There are three parks for recreation purposes, one on the shore and ovcilnokiiitj the lake,
one use 1 for a«iiciilliiial exhibitions, where then' is a tini' half mile track; and the icntral park,
where the Court House is located. Tlietown has a liiii! system of wati'r works. is liuhted by electiii^ity,
;ind has an etVicient paid lire de|)artmeiit. tioderich is one of the most linely locati'd lowiih in Western
Ontario, on the shore of till' lake and oveilookiii;^ it at an elevation of over a hundred feet above tlu^
water, in tlu' midst of a rich ayrieiiltiiiiil ilistrict. and reached by tlie Itiillalo ,y Lake Huron branch
of the (iraiid Trunk Kailway, as well as by three liiu's of steamers. callin>; at tlu^ dillVreiil lake ports;
its streets are straight ami wide and arc^ nicely sliaded by trees. It has many line private residencies
:ind lirst-class hotel accominodation, and is a favorite resort for tourists and visitors, who lind here a
• [iiiet retri'iU fioiii the busy scenes of the larijcr cities.

Aloxandar Wallaos, .lewelery and Watch i
Ueji.'iiiiii;.;. Wc;l street. - l''ea ne'ii of blisiicss ;
I m show so Ion;,' a rec n-d of siicc:essfiil bmlness ;
!■ ireer as tlieab ive named fjentleman. Ilestarti'd
Ills biisini'ss forty-six years a^o on the site of the
present stand and diinin; all that loiiu timi' has
seen many compeliin; houses come up and t,'o
down. Mr. Wallace occupies a store room :W\H)
feet in I'xtent He is the sole proprietor and at-;
lends in a j^reat me.isiiri' to the business himself.
,uid has been iisiiij^ as old ideas some of the s.i ,
calleil f^reat iinprovcments of tin- present tini". ;
He was born in Kilmarnock, .\yrsliire, Scotland.
and came to Canada when he was at the a^e of j
twenty. four years. .Ml the time nearly whii'h he i
iiiis spent 111 Ciinad 1 has b •rn in Co lericli and he '
iiiiH seen tlie )>rowtli of the t'uvn from a small
hamlet to its present size. His business enter-!

prise and sound judgment, cm pled with gentle-
manly di'ineam C and snivity, have won him the
respect and c-tee n as well a« the p.itronaeeof the
p.'ople of (ioderich and vicinitv.

John Brophy. Furniture store. West street.

In reviewing the (Minimereial and inanufactiir
iiie industries of ( Ioderich it is necessary that
more than a pissine notiia' be t^iveii to the fnriii
Inri' business eoiidu 'ted by Mr. .loliii liropliv. on
West street. This ■;entlemaii started in business
some nine years iifio In paitnership with Alexaii
der Neashaw, but at the expiration of three years
he purchased Mr. Neashaw's interest and has
wince conducted the business alone. From its
be,iinniii-.; the bminess has continued to ;;row ainl
develope as the years went In. Mr. Hrophy has
occupied his present store for three years. It is

X?'

I, at tlu! illDtltll of tliu

'I'lie HrHt white nmii
lo laiKleii Ht tliu tnouth
tH, ill tlieii' oxptiditioiiH
Detroit ; but it wivs not
IH iiiikIc at a Hettluiiutiit
>. lanilod with a Hiiiall
iiit^ poKt, and ureotod a

liiH liiiiu thu rivur wau
■r ('aiiada. Two yoarw
III tract, dotiTiniiied to
place and hiid out the
Voik. This phiii is h

a l)niiv(l street, !l',t feet
ed for a park, and haw
the Hurveyin^ party in
ad was iiiaile passahle.
lirst one in tint Huron
ilhain and •). (inoihii^,
ly, hill IJeii. Miller put
^'J() inliahitants, and in
lietweitn this port and

(irifUn was appointed
' the (loinpany, its site
jcted by the (!oinpaiiy,

as well. An lOnylisli
for religions worship,
his time on the (growth
viid M (;,('aiiieron was
ition of ri,(IUII, anil an
11^,' enterprises, am my
, salt works, an oryan
• the education of the
werity teachers. 'I'hert^
lytcriaii, l'',pisco|ialian,
(liiiil and Sliii\ are well
d ovcrldokiii^; the hike,
; and llie I'entral park,
< lighted liy electricity,
iitcil towns in Western
inndrcd feet above the
iV !iake Huron branch
le dilTercnt lake ports ;
line private resiclcnciis
silors, who lilid here a

, (V)upl(>d with Kiuitle.
ity, have wiMi him the
IS the p.ilronaye of the
iiitv.

re store. West street.

rcial and iiianiifactiir

I it is neecss!iry that

be yiven to the fiirni

Mr. .lohn lirophy, on

an started in business

tnersliip With Ale.vaii

|)ii'atlon of three years

aw's interest and has

less alone. From its

continiii'd to ;;rii\v and

by. Mr. Hr.ipby Icim

for three vears. It is

KEI'UESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

1G8

.mx70 fwt 111 e.\teiit and well tilled with all the
warsH of the trade. L,mnwe„, bedste uls, bedroom
sets ami in fact all the tine kinds of furniture
adapted to the wants of the trade in (Joderich.
IMr. Hrophy conhnes himself to the local trade of
which he has a yood share. In the prosecution
of his business Mr. IJrophy uses a shainir, a nior-
tise mac line, and a scroll saw, besides the usual
tools of the trade. He is a native of the Province
of Quebec, (.anada, is tiftyfoiir vears old, and has
spent thirty of them in (ioderich, lie has been
a inember of the (Joderich artillerv for six and a
half years an. was in thelif-htat RidKewav at the
time of the I'enian raid. .Mr. Uropliv is well
known and much respected and esteemed bv the
citizens of (ioderich.

Suohanan <r Son, Manufacturers of Iluild.'rs'
hupphosandSihool I'urniture. -In nodepartinent
of industry proseiiited in any communitv is its
erowth better illustrated than ill those pi.rtainin.' to
the bmldni;,' trade. As the saw mill is the li"rst

lirni was formed. The «roun,l covered by the
I works IS an acre in extent, while the facto'ry i8
completely equipinnl with the latest and most'im-
I proved wood workiiiK niachinerv. 'J'hev maiiii-
I aet.ire and deal in all kinds of roiiKh and ihesseil
Imiiber, sash, doors, blinds, mouldings, rtoorinu
ceiliiiH, and do all kinds of planint- and sawing to
order, their trade is both local and distant, ship-
ments beiii« made to distant points. 'I'liis estab-
ishnient provides constant employment to seven-
teen hands, anil thus contributes "in no small de-
Hiee to the industrial thrift of this section • while
as a factor in the buildm- up of the town, this iii-
stitiition has had a benelicial inlliieiice, inasnmch
as, hy the contribution of perfectly desif-ned and
inis bed articles, it has ad<Ied to the architec-
tural beauty of buildings and houses and at the
same time has eoniributed to the .U'velopment of
the town. I'his linn also manufacture school
liirnitiire of all descriptions, such as desks, forms
etc., a class of f.„„ds in which they have a hb-li
reputation ami in which they carry im a laife and

liiiildinyyonerallv

doth:'!";;;;::;: 'hnnHi;::!,':;;;;:,:/;^^^ i— i-. -. Mr. Mm. ,he

tl.atspriii, irni, i, iiidi.M, \ ,,,;.., i:''.'"^ :';'"'' ""•';''',"■•" ""■ "'■•": '^ '^ "'^''veof Scotlan.l,
l;.'."« made iii ,li,. s,...n„n i„ w lich t i ' ,^^^^^^^ ' f, „ "" ,'" T""'' ."' """'■ '''"""■""■'• "'"V
'■'■'""""■'" "",o,i-.t thos.. ulin in ( vler "li .;.\, ,.' '■""""Htiou o! practical experience,
■niploscdinthcMMmif,,,. \,,, ,..:...''' '"'''^'^ ^''''l ""Vl"!- ""« wou n.urcll,.. .uc.

lilt wdiKMounliiniol .M.ssisliuchaiiiin.vSon, who

:;;'wo:,rtti:;;!;":;::;"bv"uu.m 1';:!^,;;;;;:;:;, ;:[ ^''t **- ^tv^'^* •>.•.«....,, .enerai Mer.

""-■.'in was established in sn bv ,■ ' S 1 '! '"' tI' ','""' ^-•^'^ "V"'""" "-I NHho.i

Donald, who conducted it as an ir,di^ i Ite cnl 'r' " T '""" "'"^ ^'"""''■'' ''>■ ""' !"-■

•■••'- ^- '■"■^- >-.^-aner w„i:.^'v;:::;!x;:;^n. :;;;;o.iK'-:;;;;;:::;-,;^;.:r'::nd'':::;;;;;runL,''::

164

TOWN OF (iODI'^RICH.

;

preHeut it comprises really two store rooms where j
Koods are exliibited for sale, and two other rooms '
which are ustd to keep extra stock in. Mr. Proud- I
foot had for a partner the first year and a half I
Mr. John I'enninf,'. since which time he has con-
ducted the entire business himself, and for the
last ten years in his present location. The gro-
cery proper emtdoys the space of a room Kix'ii,
and the feed and tlour store is 24x12 in extent.
All the standard brands of teas, frayrant coffees,
spices and suKars arc to be found ' : this store;
there are also crockery and dry ^oods upon his
shelves. Mr. I'roudfoot is a native of (Canada.
He was in London. Out. 10 years and for the last
40 years he has lived iu or near (loderich. How-
ever. Mr. I'rondfout has, uidike some men who
(■' an^e their avocation in mature life, been succes-
ful in his mercantile ventures. His iLjentlemanly
hearinfj and coin-teous ways briu^,' to fruition the
ventures which his business judgment and com-
mon sense nnmner of lookint; iit thinf^s prompt
him to nuikc. He is respectted by all those who
best know him He also manufactures ^^inj^er
beer on a lar;;. sc.leand Bupi)lies the surronndint,'
towns. i

Franeis Smeefh, Manufacturer of Guilders' I
Supplies, cor. Cameron and Nelson streets. — Pos-
sibly no auxiliary industry to any t^iven branch of
trade was ever started that was Of such vital im-
portance to it, or had so vital an iniliience upon it,
as has the modern i)laniii)< ihill on the building;
trade. Yet tlic )ilanint,' "nH i« im institution of

used in the construction of buildinjjs, or the most
elaborate wood work ornamentation desired — is a
tiling! of recent (jrowtli and marks an era in the
civilization of the nineteenth century, that, in its
way, has had as marked an effect in the proj;ress
of the people as has steam locomotion or the elec-
tric telej^raph. Prominent amonf^st those who are
eiif^atjed in builders' supplies of superior ijuality is
Mr. Francis Kineeth, whose factory and oftico is lo-
catiMl at the corner of (Cameron and Nelson streets.
This gentleman commenced operations in his line
in 1M7H and has since built up a lai)<e and perma
nent trade, which exten<ls widely through this sec-
tion. The factory covers some three-<iuarters of
an iiv -e, and is equipped with every appliance and
moden. iinproveinent for the efficient prosecution
of this bushiess, and which since its establishment
has proved a potent factor in the development of
the building interests of tliis locality. This estab-
lislmu'iit turns out (ilaned lumber, doors, sash,
blinds and all the multitude of articles inanufac
tured in a planing null. Its products stand higli
in the estimation of the trade, due to the excel
lence of the workmanship and the proinptitude
with which orders are executed. Mr. Snieeth is
also an extensive dealer in lumber, turniiif^ over
some 2")0,00ll feet annually. Mr. Sinceth is a
native of KiiHland, but has spent most of his life
in this country, cominsj out here some forty-inj^lit
years ago; he is a tlioroiit,'hly practical man, and
in commercial and social circles is esteemed and
respected, both as a business man ami an upri^^ht
private citi/.eii.

comparatively recent mlroductinu. haviiiti been in Ooderioh Flour Mills, Oyilvies iV Hutchis.ii!

existence but about :i (|U,irter of ;i iM'iitury True. Harbor.- In a cnuiiti\ siupassed l)y none in tin

there were what were then known as sash, blind production of wheat tiie MoMriii^; industry of Cm

and lioor factories, but the elaborate plaiiiiiH null ada is alike uniipie in its character. Our Uuult

of to-day—- -the iniuMiftictui'ine instirntifni tliM.t ties are greater, anil '..'ur manufacturiv.i prjirliif !

turns out in a moineni, the tloorin;;, si<linn, etc., are of that general excellence of quality, whirl

REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN

1(55

if buildings, or the most
mentation desired — is u,
nd murks an era in tlie
■nth century, that, in its
im effect in the pro^jress
I locomotion or the elec-
It anion>{st those who are
ies of superior quality is
ie factory and oflico is lo-
leron and Nelson streets.
ed operations in his lint-
t up a lart^e and pernni
1 widely tlirou^h this sec-
some tliree-cjuarters of
/\th every appliance and
the efficient prosecution
h since its establishment
• in the development of
lis locality. Tliisestab-
'd limilicr. doors, sash,
ide of articles nianufac-
Its products stand hit<li
trade, due to the excel
p antl tlu' i)romptitudp
;ecuted. Mr. Smeeth is
in hiniber. turning over
illy. Mr. Smeeth is a
ii8 spent most of liis life
It here some forty (Mf>lit
{lily practical man, and
circles is esteemed and
CSS man and an upright

has created an immense demand tor them on both
Hides of the Atlantic. We have some extensive
flour manufacturers, but none approach the colos-
sal enterprise of the Ogil vies, the ureatesttlour man-
ufacturers of this continent. We cannot here deal
with the immense concerns of these fj|entlemen at ]
Montreal, Glenora, Royal, Winnipeg! and Heaforth, j
but confine ourselves briefly to the Goderich flour '
mill conducted by Messrs. Oyilvies <t Hutchison.
These mills were built in 1874 and operations he-
tian the following year. 'I'hey are of hu^e propor- '
tions. beinji 200x7") feet in dimensions and six stories
ill height. The lIunHarian jUdceHS has been in-
troiliiced and the capacity is !)00 barrels of flour
per day, being the greatest in Ontario. The elo '
yator has a capacity of 200,000 bushels. This
is driven by a separate engine. At the head
of the building there are 47 great grain vats and
thus, when they are full, as is usually the case
during the busy season, there j,re altogether 11)4,- i
'■00 bushels of grain stored in the top flat of the I
I'inldiiig. With the exception already noted these '

ing on this industry they had a well dug 1500 feet
below the level, and the brine is pnmiied up by
means of a powerful derrick. Messrs Ogilvies
* Hutchison are Scotchmen and are striking rep-
resentatives of the land of the ••mountain and the
flood," encompassing in their ambition, masterly
in their acconiplishment.

British Exohangs Hot*l, George li. Cux,
Proprietor, Court House S(piare.— It is not sur-
prising that in a town like Goderich there should
be excellent hotel accommodation ; and ranking
among the ttnest hotels here is the British Kx"
change, of which iMr. George li. Cox is the propri-
etor. This is in every sense of the Uvin a first-
class hotel, and is most eligibly situated on the
Court House 8(piare. It is sjileiididlv fltted up,
and has lofty halls and corridors. ItContains HH
bedrooms with rooms oi miili' ; nix parlors, four
sample rooms, a smoking and reading room, a
dining room which can accommodate 100 guests.
and bell communication from all p.irts of the house

iJB^-^

I, Ogilvies iV Hutchiaoii
ipasscd by none in Ih.
louring industry of Ciu:
character. Our facili
nianufiu'turei! produ' !-
lence of iiuality. whjc)

imlls are driven by a magnificent Corliss engine
■ if \m horsepower: and there arc six boilers, two
"f which have each a cajmcitv of 1 III linise-jiower,
and there lire some .'fO ban. Is cin,, loved, each de-
|>artmeiil luni- presided ovci' In :ui' experienced
luid conipetciil iiuu,»g,.r. Wuh regard to the
j^nides of flour maniifactured tlicv are principal,
y Ktroiig baker's, patents and extras, a spcciallv
liciiiji made of stroiif^ bakers and •■Crown''
[latent, made from Ontario white wheat. Tlic
'liiulity of the products hird mil be irfrirr.l In
lierc, siiflice it to say that the irinlc is , uc.nii.Mis.
ixtending from (iod(M-icli to the .Ahiritiiuc I'rovin
ccMuiid to Liverpool and Glasgow. In addition,
these gentlemen iniiiinfactiire salt most exteiisJM.
I_,V liy means 111' I .\hiiiist steam, the out put beiiiii
I ■« barrels per day. The qualitv is a I'oarse arliclc
suited to pork packing and si'ich like purposes;
:mi it JK 7. fact w.atii> of n.ilr liuil iinding them-
selves without the neceasary water for the ca-.Ty-

j to the oflice. Piiring the cold sciison of the year

I it IS comfortnlily heated tliroiiglioiit. and at all

j times well v. . tilatcd. The liriti^h Ilxrhantje is

j a first class i ininii'rcial and tourist's hoiol. being

I greatl\ ri sorted to by both classes, and there is a

bus ilmi 111' - i:i coiincction with this house. Mr.

( 'o\ is nil I prriiiHcd niiil well-known liotelkeeper,

being popular lunnn- u|| classes. The liritish i^;x-

changc is .-^l.-'iO per ila\ The iircscnt projirietor

tc.ok poss, -.sion of the lnisim.ss on the death (jf his

f.itlicr. ( .pt W. ('i.\, fonr years ago I..ike him,

t"o. \\f -, a soafaniiK nmn. having spent eleven

years ol his lif,. dm the briny deeii. and retired as

tirst oil cer of the K. S. I'larl King, at present of the

Tenip,il\ Line.

Wlllinm Burrows, The Seedsnmn — The

floin feed and urain in(liistr\ is an iniportanl one

! evei \ wiicie. lint more especially so in a line ugri-

[cul'iiral and grain producing country. The sec-

l(i<>

TOWN OF GODEIUCH

tion iirouiul Goderioh being well adapted to rais-
ing cereals, and the town itself liavinj,' tine Hhii)-
\»nn facilities by either rail or lake, the handling
of grain is a prominent feature. One of the n.iwer
and more recently established houses in this line
here is that of Mr. William Hurrows, Hour, fee<l,
grain and seed niorcliant, on Hamilton street.
The inception of this business dates to the year
18H8 when it was started by its present proprietor.
The premises occupied are large and commodious,
and have a frontage of twenty-four feet. The
front part being devoted to ttoiir, feed and seeds,
while the rear is used as a show room for agricul-
tural implements. These are eligibly located and
suitably fitted up for the pur)>osee to which
they are devoted. The stock consists of high
grade family flour, that manufactured by tlie Har-
bor Mills of this place being the only kind dealt
in, but ill this a very large trade is done, the sales
of this flour alone amounting to ^dOOO.OO the past
year. All kinds of feed, both ground and whole,
as well as split yteaH, pearl barley, corn and oat
meal, cracked wheat, etc.. are all kept and are de-
livered to any part of the town. Mr. Burrows
makes a specialty of seeds forfarm, garden and Held,
buying in large quantities at wholesale and selling
in smaller packages at retail. He also deals large-
ly in agricultural and farming implements, not as
agent for any particular company or make but
buying outright from the manufaotuiers such
goods as lie can sell, and disposing of them to the
farmers of the adjacent country. In grain he
does an extensive and increasing business, buying
from the farmers and shipping to the large trade
centres, or supplying the local mills, as the occa-
sion demands. For tliis particular department he
has a large and well .arranged storehouse, having
a capacity of 12,000 bushels. The enteriirise in
all its departments, has, since its inception, met
with marked success, the trade increasing and ex-
tending, and the house now being one of the best
patronized of its kind in the town. Mr. Hurrows
is of English birth, but has resided in Canada
since he was ten years old. He is an active and
enterprising gentleman and has high commercial
and social standing.

ilehn Butler, Fancy (loods and Stationery,
< 'ourt Hons Square.-- Among ail people the iiccos-
HarU'H of life and the more Kiilistaiitial articles of
iiiercliaiidise are the first to be hniuyht in, l)iit as
the inuiitry develops and grows richer and the
people iu;c|uiie a greater taste for the nuu'e cosmo-
piilitan waicH, Htores like that of Mr. .lohn Hiitler.
of ('ourt House S(piare. make their appearance.
'l'hisi;ciitlciiiaM began business in (iodericli (went v-
nine years ago. and during that time his hiisiiuss
has grown with the giowtli of the town. He iias
been in his present store tliiitecii years. The stock
he carries includes nearly all tlie lines of hooks,
stationery of the best (piality, fain^y goods, novel-
ties, wall pa)ier. patterns, and like g<iods. The
atore is neat and well arranged, ami tlie Ljoods are
shown to gooil advantage. The Inisiiiess iriiuires
the entire time of Mr. Hiitler and an assistant,
whose courteous manners make them many friends
ami customers. Mr. Butler isanativeof Ki'otlapl.
but came to ('anada at an early age. Tliegie. .
part of liis life has been spent in Godericli. Ilo
jfiAs always taken an active part in municipai inat-

community at large. He has put his money here

and exerte<l his influence for the welfare of the
corporation. And he has won the respect and
esteem of his fellow oitinens, who have honored
him by placing him at the executive head of the
town, he now holding the offlce for the second term.

Abraham Smith, Merchant Tailor and Clo-
thier, Court House Square.— The importance of
the tailoring trade need not be adverted to here, as
it is universally recognized. But there are tailors
and tailors, and between the two there is sometimes
a wide gulf fixed. He that as it may, Godericli is
second to none in this imiiortant industry, and a
name prominently mentioned with it here is that
of Mr. Abraham Smith. It is more than thirty
years tliat Mr. Smith has been attiring, if not
flattering the males of Godericli and vicinity, by
making for them clothes that were always abreast
of the prevailing fashion, and of the finest tweods
and worsteds. It goes without saying that Mr.
Smith enjoys a large trade, and employs a number
of hands. He has at all times on hand a fine
assortment of cloths, and the utmost satisfaction
is always guaranteed in respect to style, fit and
finish. He also carries a fine assortment of gents'
furnishings. He has, within the past few years,
in addition to tailoring, devoted quit^a good deal
of attention to farming and the raising of fancy
stock, especially l.orses. He also deals in. tine
stock ttsidefroni raising it, buying from thefarmers
through the country, and after pasturing during
! the summer, shipping to the martlets of the large
I trade centres, and exporting many horses to the
States. Mr. Smith is an Kiiglisiiinan by birth,
! but came to this country when but eight yeaisold.
I He is an excellent man of business, and is highly
I esteemed, both socially and otherwise.

I D. C. Straohan, (Groceries, etc.. Court House
Square. — It is almost wonderful to conteniplate
the magnitude which tlie grocery trade has attained
I in this country when compared to the limit to
! which it was circumscribed a few years ago.
j Probably no business lias hud a more rapid growth,
and this increase must be largely ascribed to the
enterprise and efforts of those connected witli the
trade, who have made its extension a life study.
Among the old established and popular grocery
houses of Godericli iioue are more deserving to
rank as representative of this important branch of
trade than that of Mr. I). ('. Strachan. .\ house
wliicli for over twenty years has upheld a liigli
reputation for straightforward dealing and honour-
able transactions is a record of whicli all may he
proud, but yet which few can point to; yet such
is the record of the establishment of Mr. Strachan.
l''oiinded by this gentleman in IHti-f, this lioiise
since its iiice|ition has maintained a leading place
amongsl tlie business enteipiises of GiKlerich. and
has liy the energy and enterprise of its proprietor,
built lip a substantial and penuaneiit trade. The
premises occupied by this business, located on the
('ourt House Siiuaie. are spacious and commodi-
ous. olxTO feet in dimensions, and specially ar
ranged for the conveniences or this trade. " The
stock cairieil, wliicli is of a most comprehensive
natciie. ciiiitains the finest lines of fancy and staple
groceries, liicludiiig canned goods of alj kinds, con-
diments and table delicacies, as also fresh produce,
and every variety of grocers' ouiidriea, In his
atoek will \k found the finest and best teas and
coffees brought into this country, as Mr. Strachan

R E P R E S E N T A T I V 1<: I ! T S I N 10 S S

M !•: N

l(i7

36 for the welfare of the
has won the respect and
.izeng, who have honored
lie executive head of the
! office for the aecond term .

[erchant Tailor and Clo-
lare.— The importance of
not be adverted to here, as
ed. But there are tailorB
the two there is sometimts
lat aH it may, Goderich is
nfxjrtant industry, and a
ioned with it here is that
It is more than thirty
has been attiring, if not
Toderich and vicinity, by

that were always abreast
, and of the finest tweeds
without sayin(» that Mr.
rle, and employs a number
11 times on hand a fine
i the utmost satisfaction

respect to style, fit and
, fine assortment of fjents'
thin the past few years,
levoted quit^a ^ond deal
md the raising of fancy
He also deals in fine
i, buyingfrom thefarmera
d after pasturing during

the maritets of tlie large
ting many horses to the
in iMiglishman by birth,

when but eight years old.
f business, and is highly
nd otiierwise.

possesses unsurpassed facilities for procuring his
supphes direct fron. leading nnporters, a l*-^
offer mducejnents m both prices ind ,,ualiti..Htl a
eaii not rea.hly be duphcate.l. A larje bi ness

.juality of all goods earned being well know., to
traders and others calling at this port. A ,le, art

rr'vthi'''^' h"* \" '■'•"•='^'"->' '""' «'—'- '■ .
kent^ Mr ^r ''r' «""''" obtaiiuU.lc alone are
Kept. Mi htrachan is a native of .Scotland and
came to this country ac, years ago. se tl ,g

men he has brought with him that sterling energy

11177 tT'"''-''' l'"^*;" ''" emblematic of the

m^t , esirable settlers in any l„nd. Mr. Stra.han

?rirJ " -^ '". '■'?*■■" f'""' «t'^»^ard ni»nufac-
turers, amongst them being S. Davis A Sons
Montreal, celebrated cigars, an.l for which hrni I,.:
IS sole agent for this place.

HM«h Ounlop, Merchant Tailor l-roniinent-
y connected with the merchant tailoring business
in Goderich, and a most skilled an.l reliable work
man is Mr. Hugh Dunlop. whose placeof bLin,'„„
18 01 West street. Asa practical tailor, Mr. Dun
lop has no superior in the town and he barf no

I hesitation in guaranteeing most ix-rfect fits in a>n--
meiits ,n all cases H. <.irne« in sto<k a full line

stvlTw)";^'''; 'V!'" -r ••opula, makes Iml

styles, which he takes pleusun. i„ exhibiting to

! those in .piest of either goo.l» or garments. His

Htock consists of Hcotch tweeds, and Irish

tuie. None but experienced haiuls are kept and
no garments are allowed to leave the r.tore wWc

it'on'To h''^'"'"-. ""•'"•'".' "'"• '■"tnvlvsatlsfa';
toi> to the custoimr, ,,nd as a <-oi.se,im.nre the

house has received a high p„ „.,tv, ■ ot onl'v ,!

t ,1 "n '"^'^ ««■""•'• '"-t f-'.m points at a dis
tance. i he enterprise was first established by the
l-U'sent proprietor in IHliHand from a small beg,,-
;V"R 1ms grown to be one of large proportion
J he premises occupied comprise a large , nd w ell
appointed store L>0.x<10 feet in dimensions which are
.1 ly stocked with a choice supply of the best nm
ter ml for garments. Mr Dunlop is a Canadian
»M.l city born, first seeing the light in Tonlnto"
1 eisa pleasant an.l social gentlen,an, an active
1. isniess man and a public spirited citi/.en. taking

things which interest the communitv at large

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TOWN OF MITCHELL

TOWN OF MITCHELL.

The towns and villageH of Western Ontario are ra|)idly noinf! aliead of their sisterB in the more
eantern BPctiouH of the country and are corroboratin)^ tlie 8ayin>{, '• Westward the star of Kmpire takes
its way." Among the galaxy of prosperous and progroHsive towns is Mitchell, which is favorably
Hituated on the banks of tlie Thames Uiver, in Logim and FuUarton townships, in Perth Oounty, and
is 12 miles north-west of Stratford, which is the county seat. Owing to the admirable water power
derived from the Thames Kiver, many important manufacturing industries have been located here,
among the enterprises being flour, thix, woollen and planing mills, tamieries, a foundry, etc. The
shipments from this point consist of grain, live stock and the products of the nnmufactories, which
are distributed throughout the Dominion. Religious matters are wull conserved by Episcopal, Pres
byteriaii. 'i Methodist, Christian, Catholic and Lutheran churclu's. There are high and public schools,
having 10 competent teachers and with an average attendance of .")00 pupils. Tliere is a Mechanics'
Institute, with a library containing 2,.''>{)(l volumes, and a town hall with a seating capacity of 40().
A chartered bank attends to financial matters, and the people are kept well informed on the news of
the world by three weekly newspapers, the Adrocate, Itcrorder and AtlrerliniT. The town lias an excel-
lent water works system on the Holly plan, and a good lire department offers protection from the de-
vouring element. There is a mail daily from all points, and also telegraphic and express facilities.

Robins Brothers. Hooks, Stationery and
Fancy (Joods. -Although book, stationery and
fancy goods siorcs do not miiki' their appearance
in a community as soon as those which deal in
groceries and the necessities of life, it is a question
of but a shcrt time uiitd such establishments are
introduced. Holding a iiromincnt place in this
line in Mitchell are Messrs. Hohiiis Bros., whose
place of busiress is on Main street. This enter-
prise dates it inception back some twenty-tive
years, when it was tirst started by Mr. Nelson
ferisbiii. who conducte<l it for some time: it after-
wards passed through several luiccessive changes,
the present j)ri)prietors coming into possession in
the latter part of 188(1, aii<l although here but a
comparatively short time, have built up a large
and flourishing trade which is constantly increas-
ing. This store is well located in the business |)art
of the town, near the post office, and is suitably
fitted up and Imndsoniely arranged. The stock is
very full and complete, and consists of a choice
collection of miscellaneous books by standard
authors, stationery of all kinds, paper and envel-
opes by the ijuire, ream or box, account, pass and
note books, fancy goods, baby carriages, plush
goods, fancy china and toilet sets. Herliii wool,
zephyrs, etc., violins, guitars and .iccordeoiis, sheet
music and music books, and a general variety of
articles in this line, while a specialty is made of
wall pajiei- decorations and wiiulow shades, of
which the house has many and varied patterns
from which to select. They also keep newspapers
and periodicals iind the current literature of the
day. 'I'liese goods are of first ipiality. and are sold
at as low pi'ices as is consistent with correct
trading. Two cninpetent and courteousassistants
are given steadv cinpNiyinent. The individual
members of the linn me 11. V. and S. V. Hobins.
both native ('aii;idiiiiis and pleasant and sncial
gentlemen. Tin; in-" active and enterprisiii'j
busincBS men, and are well and favorably known.
They are also local iiiaiiiij^ers of the Hell Teleplunie
Co. and agentu for McCall's Hiiznar I'atteins.

Mitohsll Souteh Flax Mill, .\udrew 1'or

rester. ^'itrliell. Aniiuiu the Viiri'uis industries
of the town of Mitehdl. tlie Si/iiteli Flax Mill of
.\ndrew Forreslir iiiiist be given special mention.

time. At present the mill is (10 x 42 feet on the
ground and two stories high. This is fitted up
with the most improved niacliiiiery and has the
usual brakes, scutchers, dusters, etc., while power
is furnished by a 25 horse engine. Kmployment
is furnished to some twenty-two men throughout
the year, and about 1,200 tons of flax as it comes
from the field is used. The seed is chiefly shipped
to Hadeii, and the cleaned tlax to Hostoii. Of the
latter some 70 to 80 tons are shipiied in a year.
In addition a barn is used for storage which
measures iH x 182. Mr. Forrester raises about
I'lO acres of flax himself every year in addition to
what he buys, and the busiiu'ss is constaKtIy in
creasing, owing to the able nianageineiit. The
projirietor is- a native of Fifeshire. Scotland, but
came to Canada in 181H, and has been in this
country ever since. He has been identified with
the iiuiiistrial pursuits of the country ever since,
and has gained in favor with the commiinity all
that time. He i''. much respected as a business
man and a citizen.

nan rstah

tahli^iied the h

This gci

and has continued to increase it

iiHineHs in IH!!!!. '■
ever since that |

Wm. Korr. Tannery. Cobourg Street.— Amon^
the many and varied manufacturing interests and
iniliistries of Mitchell the tannery establishment
of ^Ir. Win. Kerr, on Cobourg street, is deserviii;;
of special notice. The inception of this enterprise
dates to the year 1871, when it was first started !>>
the present proprietoi', who has since that time
established a large and flourishing business, which
is steadily increasing. The [ireinises occupied
consist of a niaiii building itflx80 feet ir. dimeii
sioiis and t\.f) stories high, with uddilioiial shecU
and large open yards for piling and slDiage pur
poses. These are fitted up with the latest im
proved machinery and apjilianees for successfully
earrving on the business to which they are deve
led. whii'h consists of miiiiiifacf iiriiig a fine cpial
ity ef sole leather. Five hundred cords of hem
lock hark are used each year, which is brought lo
the farmers from the wooiled country adjaueiil
The oiilpiit of the establishment is 100 sides of
leather each week, which is shuiped to the larf:<
trade I'eiitres. Ihuniltoii. T.>riinto and Mmitreiil.
Five competent and skilled workmen are givei
steady eni|iloyineiit. Mr. Kerr was born in Scot
lanil. hut came to Canada when but ten years ohl
and by energy. ei!ter[>rise and ability he has buih
up his present successful business.

tlieir siHteri; in the more
<l the star of Empire takes
choll, whiuh is fuvornbly
ii|)H, ill Perth (loimty, anil
le admirable water power
1 Imvc been located h'ire,
es, a foundry, etc. The
the numufactorios, which
erved l)y KpiHcopal, Prew-
re liit^h and pnbhc scliools,
. Tliere is a Mechanics'
seatint^ capacity of 400.
infiinned on tlie neWH of
The town ImH an excei-
rs protection from tlic de-
ic and express facilities,

lill is GO X 42 feet on the

hi^'h. This is tilted up
(1 machinery and has tlu'

dusters, etc.. while power
rse eiifjine. I'.niployment
jnty-two men tlirou.,'hout
tons of flax as it (jomes
riie seed is chiefly shipped
ed tlax to Boston, Of the
:)ns are shipped in a year.

used for storafje which
'. Forrester raises about

every year in addition tn
)usiness is constantly in

able inanat^ement. Thr
f Fifeshiri'. Scotland, but

i:<, ami has hmn in this

lias been i<lentilied with

)f the country ever siuc<'.

ir with the community all

respected as a business

Cobour^; Street. — Amon^;
umfacturinjj interests anil
le tannery establishment
ibourjj street, is deserviuj;
iiceptionof this eiiterprisi
hen it was flrst started b\
who has since tiuit tinn
lourishini^ business, wliicl:

The premises occupiiil
liu^ ilOxHO feet ii. diiiieii
■4I1. with iidditiou.'il slu'd-
r piling; and si,oia^;e pui-
d up with the latest ioi
ip|)liaMces for successfull>
s to which they are cIcvm
laiiufaiturin^; a line ipial
L' hundred cords of hem
year, which is brou^jht ll^
vodded country adjaceiil
ilishineiit is llH) sidi's ni
li i,-- shipped to tlie lari:.
1, Toronto and IMnntreal.
Lillfd workmen are ^ivri
r. Ki'rr was born in Scut
la when but ten years old
ie and ability he has buii'
I business.

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