IMAGE EVALUATION TEST TARGET (MT-3) A k K signifie "A SUIVRE ", le symbole V signifie "FIN". Les cartes, planches, tableaux, etc., peuvent dtre filmds it des taux de reduction diffdrents. Lorsque le document est trop grand pour dtre reproduit en un seul clichd, il est filmd d partir de Tangle supdrieur gauche, de gauche d droite, et de haut en bas, en prenant le nombre d'images ndcessaire. Les diagrammes suivants illustrent la mdthode. 1 2 3 1 32 X This Jubilee Souvenir of Gait is re- spectfully dedicated to my fellow townsmen, with kindly thoughts and good wishes to all. C. WILSON. Vine Villa, Gait, 1897. 1897. JUBILEE SOUVENIR O F GALT. " Sounds which address the ear are lost and die, In one short hour ; but that which strikes the eye, Lives long upon the mind ; the faithful sight Engraves the knowledge with a beam of light." — Anon. learn, that Gait should grow. HIS, the Jubilee Souvenir of Gait, is published in order that a record of the past may be of interest to those who now are occupying the places of those who have been called from the ' ' stage ' ' and have long since per- formed their parts — and performed them well — and of interest to those of us on whose shoulders rest the well-being of our town, and that it may be an lunnble niomento of an enduring character. Convinced are we that none in our broad Dominion can loa.st cf truer loyaliy to home and home interests than the citizens of Gait, and v ^ the immortal Scott we can say " Breathes tiure a man with soul so dead, Who never to himself hath .said, This is my own, my native land." Hence it is not a surprise that we should know, and outsiders Gait is admirably situated on the banks of th? picturesque Grand River and un«.ed-the lesid^e q.netly pas.s,„K on Us way to the great lakes untaxed with labor, a nnghtv giant on Its play gronnd, and wonder.ng why its willingness to act and work was not utilized. The sit atfon G." en oys gives many advantages-educational, social and'conunercial-and it would be strange indeed ,f it di halfrst T 'TT' ' '"^ "7 '-^ '" -^^^ ''''' '^-^ '"^"^^ ^^"^^'^'^ ^- ^ '-^1^">- growth that Tts progre t shall be steady rather than spasn,od,c. and that its a.nbition and reputation do not fall froni their high pllce Gait ,s an inland town about 57 miles from Toronto, and on the main line of the Canadian Pacific Radway and the Welhngton. Grey and Bruce, Great Western Division 6f the Grand Trunk SlwrSvstem also on the Elnnra branch, of which it is the southern terminus. The town was or g^Tllf part of C h Dn„,fnes Townsh.p, Waterloo Count>-. and is situated .3 miles S. K. of Berlin the tC sea We boa he surrounding country as of the most productive in the interests of agriculturists, indeed nowhere ca better results be shown for the " .soil toilers " than the bountiftd, laughing harvests which a e reel Lw and thankfully received by then, in their returning seasons. The to.', pos.ses.ses L^ 00 len oat TeT pa...ng a,.d saw .n.lls, .saw a..d pi,, factories, fou..dries, knitti,.g works, file and k:.ife works tT,u.er es ami ether n.dustnes of a,, extc.s.ve character. It also contah.s o,.e A,.glicau, three Presbvterian o,.e Zt.'t o .e Methodist and one Ro.,.an Catholic Church, o,.e Separate School a Collegiate I., tit" ^rfttT Pub l.c- S hools, some of these .,.st.tut.o..s ,x>sse.ssing very excellc.t a..d valuable libraries. The ow,. has a n c 1 brary conU.„..ng ..early 6,.xx, volu.nes a,.d o,.e of the ...ost con.plete and co...modious building wuVg^ cal, see .t.fic a..d a,.t.<,uar.a,. .d nideed are the r.g^.t me,, n. the right place, not only deeply interested i..\he dtscharge of thdr officii duties but ever ready to further the i.iterests of the town, and with Butler may say A. M. Nkwi.axos' Rhsidknck, Middleton Street. W. J. MiLLiCAN's Rksidenck, Park Avenue. " '*ris true we've money, th' only powet That all mankind falls clown before." We possess two daily and two weekly papers, the Reformer and Reporter, both well patronized and the food dished to their patrons ir, above the average, and under wisely guided pens and versatile brains, we are " Blest by the gracious power, who taught mankind To stamp a lasting image of the mind ! Beasts may convey, and tuneful birds may sing Their mutual feelings, in he opening spring ; But man alone has skill and power to send The heart's warm dictates to the distant friend ; 'Tis his to please, instruct, advise Ages remote, and nations yet to rise. — Crabbe. We possess a magnificient, commodious and well equipped Hospital, over-looking the town. The loca- tion has been well cho.sen and ihe management is excellent. Already many have reason to thank the liberality of those whose means and benevolence were employed in its erection and maintenance. As a shipping centre Gait has few equals, and the very excellent facilities are used in shipments of grain, cattle, produce, flour, and the voluminous products of the ni.iny manufactories. It is now connected witli Preston and Hespeler by electric railway— one of the best equipped lines in Canada or elsewhere— connect- ing as its name indicates the three principal towns in South Waterloo. Connecting at the Gait depots with all trains on the C. P. R. and the G. T. R., the line runs through the busy streets of the " Manchester of Canada,'' out along the fertile fields of the beautiful valley of the Grand River to Preston mineral springs, the Mecca of the invalid and tired brain worker. The line here diverges towards Hespeler and follows the interwindings of the romantic and picturesque river Speed. Midway between Prcstoti and Hespeler is Idyhvild Park, a beautiful and romantic sjwt, shaded by an abundance of wide spreading maples and elms which throw a benign shadow cool, and refreshing, canopy- nig the whole park, fit for a trysting place for Queen Titania herself. Nature has done much in her beauti- fymg processes to make this spot an ideal resting place, such a place as old and young may have enjoyment at its best, and we can express ourselves here in Longfellow's words. " This is the place. Stand still my steed, Let me review the scene." Th.' wonderful progress the town has made of recent years is shown by the fact that its present assessed value IS .(52,859,758, upon which the rate of taxation is very moderate indeed. Seventy-seven years ago the place was almost an unbroketi wilderness, known as "Shade's Mills," with here and there a building ot very primitive construction. Its appearance in 1820, if put on canvas as a landscape view, would to our keen .sense of its pretty and substantial makeup today, fill us of " Modern Times " with more than wonder. Time has worked wonders in its development of the .settlement of the Township of Dumfries of which our town forms a part. In our looking backward on those early times wlien the Iroquois and the Six Nation Indians were reigning supreme and roaming with easy will as kings, though uncrowned yet could say " My crown is in my heart, not on my head ; Not decked with diamonds atid Indian Stones, Not to be seen ; my crown is called content ; A crown it is, that seldom kings enjoy." In those days the water of the Grand River was kei-c at work more than it is to-day in proportion to the town's needs now. Its waters run on, still willing to drive thou.sands of spindles or wheels. The requirements of the town for a water service have been made complete by a water works .sy.stem, supplying an abundance for every purpo.se and of the purest and best spring water. The water supply being plentiful, the .streets well supplied with hydrants, a fire has very little chance of gaining much headway. The town has a well-equipped fire brigade. The department is headed by Mr. Jame.s Curliss as Chief, who. night or day, on the first tap of ViKw I'ROM ruH Stand Pivh, i'"UN AX HOM«. the bell, is on hand, guiding his brigade behind his charger helineted in regulation fire-fighting style. As a town we possess every business facility, a perfect system of telegrapli and telephone cotuiection with all parts of the Dominion, G. N. W. and C. P R. telegraph offices ; Hell Telephone, night and day service ; express. Dominion and Canadian Companies rejiresented; numerous daily mails from all jjarts. The climate is not only healthy but most enjoyable and invigorating. The health record is remarkable for its high standard, holding first place in Canada. Holding as we do this liigh standard, we think that life " Nor love, nor honor, wealth nor jMnver, Can give the heart a cheerful hour. When health is lost. He timely wi.se With health all taste of pleasure flies." — Gav. The parks belonging to the town are not extensive. Wiiat they lack in si/e is made up by tiieir situation and picturesqueness. Higli Park can compare well with others, located as it is on a liigh plateau, 7S feet above the level of Main street bridge, containing nearly one acre and a lialf, on the face of which are three beautiful terraces semi-circling the whole front, witli three flights of stairs in the centre in sections, leading to an artistic and well laid out and planned park, with its beautiful flower atid fern beds, .soon to be shaded by young and vigorous trees. From this altitude Ckilt can be \-iewe(l as few towns can. Dickson Park is a romantically situated resting place on the west side of the Grand River. This j.ark nestles at the foot of a natural ampliitheatre, where t'.ie nuiltitudes can see and enjoy tlie fun and frolic which from time to time takes place there for the enjoyment of the people. This park contains about 12 acres. Central Park is a beautiful triangular breathing place on central hill, Main street, shaded with trees, .some of which belong to the primeval forest. Queen's ^Square Park is another triangular spot, guarded by a monster Ru.ssian gun, who.se mouth is wide open, yet it .stands there in awful silence. Our parks, lawns and boulevards appear at their best during summer ; June especially gives us a picture pf perfect beauty. The residential parts of the town are girded, tucked and draped with soft foliage and fragrant vines. The streets, hemmed, bordered and flounced with sturdy maples and horse chestnuts all in flower, added to a velvety, broad green sward. " In every flower that blooms around. Some pleasing emblem we may trace. ' ' EDUCATIONAL MATTERS. In the early days of the town's history the .schools were conducted bv tho.se-whose work among the youth of the time remanis as beams of sunshine in the hearts and minds of a few, who are yet among us though young no more, and who retain kind remembrances of tho.se pioneer davs and .schools. Among the most successful and most revered we mention the late Dr. Tassie. Great clianges have taken place since then. Our institutions today stand unrivalled in our broad Dominion. Tlie staff of teachers at present em- ployed are pre-eminently successful. Every department is under the management of up-to-date teachers Thus as time has passed it has worked wonders in the development of the profrssion ; .so as the "young idea has been taught to shoot," so have the opening minds of the young who— Alas, regardless of their doom The little victims play, No sense have they of ills to come. No care beyond today. — Gr.w. GALT COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE. D. Spiers, Chairman. John G. Dykes, Treasurer. Board of Trustees. David Spiers, Esq., Hugh McCuIloch, Esq., Dr. Hawke, • TUomas Todd, Esq. , Geo. Pattinson, Esq., Dr. Radford, Thos. Carscaddeu, M.A., Sec. to the Board. TllK G.VI.T P( HI.IC vSCHOOI^. 1 Teaching Staff. Thomas Carscadden, M. A., Specialist in English. Chas. J. Logan, B. A., Specialist in Latin and Greek. Arthur W. Wright, B. A. , Specialist in French and German. Ambrose De Guerre, B. A., Specialist in Mathematics. William E Evans \ Undergraduate of the fourth year Toronto University. ' ' ( Specialist in the Commercial Subjects. Robert S. Hamilton, B. A., Specialist in Science. R. Alexander, Principal, D. Nairn, Tlios. Ballantyne, Principal, K. J. Blake, A. W. Falconer, Principal, Miss Jennie Ovens, CENTRAL SCHOOL. N. H. Scott, Miss Katie Gray, Miss Jessie J. Anderson, Mi.s.s S. Lees, Mi.ss P. H. Ray field. DICKSON SCHOOL. Mi.ss Ellen Cant, Mi.ss Bessie Meikle, Mi.ss J. J. Weir, Miss Hattie McNally, VICTORIA SCHOOL. Miss Maggie Dick.son, Miss E. Jamiesnn, Miss Emily Scrutton, Miss May White, SEPARATE SCHOOL. Miss M. T McCowell. Miss Louise W. Pringle, Miss E. Addison, Miss E. G. Peene. Miss J. Cooey, Miss A. M. Bittman. We look backward a moment and see the January of 1857 when Gait became a town, and with it comes divisions— showing perhaps features of passion and true spirit of variance of thought and expresson, working and making a substantial character in the Town divided, each runs several ways. As passion, humor, interest, party sways ; Things of no moment, color of the hair, Shape of leg, complexion brown or fair, A dress well cliosen, or a patcli misplaced. Conciliate favor, or create dist.iste. — Chi'kchii.t,. MAYORS OF GALT. We give here a list of Mayors since incorporation. Morns Liit/. 1S57 1 ( i * 1.858 I i ( t '«59 Wm. Robinson 1 860 " 1 86 1 " ' ' i86i John Davidson 1863 ' * ' ' 1864 Morris Lutz 1865 (1 a 1866 a It 1867 Adam Kerr 1868 * i 11 1869 Adam Kerr 1870 It 1 i 187 I i 1 I ( 1872 ( i t t i«73 ( ( ( t 1874 Will. Robins )ii '«75 Richard Blain 1876 4. 14 1 877 1 1 It 1878 14 14 1879 David Spiers i88u 14 4 ( 1881 (( It 1882 Town Council, 1897. Galt Firk Brigade. Mayor Richard Jaffray 1S83 Mayor W^illiam Lutz 1891 II It 1 1 1884 John M. Lumsden 1892 ' ' Robert Scott 1885 Mayor Robert Gilholm i«93 Robert Scott 1886 II 1 i 1 ( 1894 II II t I 1887 Dr. Vardou 189.S Mayor John M. Luinsdei 1 888 It t 1 (1 1896 > 1 1 • i ( 1889 " Dr. Radford 1897 " / William Lutz 1890 COUNCILLORS FOR J 897. Dr. J. H. Radford, Mayor, J. W. Porteous, J. Robinson, Thos. Mc(»iverin, Reeve, Thos. Little, Wm. Mullett, Robt. Fairgrieve, ist Deputv-Reeve, J. McCartney, James E. Bond, T. Vair, 2nd Deputy-Reeve, J. M. Irwin, Wm. Cole, Tho.'i. E. McLellan, 3rd Deput> -Reeve, W. A. Foley, Wm. Baird. COMMITTEES. FiNAXCK. Board oi' Works. Waterworks. Cemetery. T. McGiverin, W. A. Foley, Wm. Baird, R. Fairgrieve, J.^M. Irwin, J. McCartney, R. Fairgrieve, Wm. Cole, Wm. Baird. Jas. E. Bond, T. Vair, J. Robinson. T, Little, T. McGiverin, Wm. MuUett. W, A. Foley. Fire and Light. Pakk,s, Makkbt. T. Vair, J. McCartney, T. E. McLellan, T. E. McLellan, J. M. Irwiu, T. Little, J. W. Porteous. Wm, Mullett. J. w, Ponwus, Railway. Wm. Cole, J. E. Bond. J. Robinson. Dr. J. H. Radford, W. A. Dennis, Wm. Fraser (2 years), EXKCUTIVK. J. M. Irwin, T. McGiverin, W. A. Folev. COI'RT OF RKVISIOX. T. E. McLellan, J. M. Irwin, T. McGiverin. R. Fairgrieve, T. Vair. BOARD OF HEALTH. R. Fairgrieve, Roht. Gilhohn (3 vears), Theron Bnchanan ( i year), J. S. Wardlaw, Med. Health Officer, Geo. H. Steven.s, Adam Kay, Sanitary In.spector, J. M. Hood, Secretary. PUBLIC LIBRARY. T. Carscaddei .'resio t. Miss Jennie .\. .Stc.vart, Librarian. ENGLISH CHURC1 «■ The Goldie & McCuIloch Co,, Limited, There is no better known manufacturing establishment in the Dominion than that of The Goldie *; Mc- CuIloch Co., Limited, of Oalt. This business was originally established by Messrs. James Cronibie &k >. in 1K44, who were .succeeded in iX5y by Mes,srs. Goldie it McCulloch. In 1X91 a joint stock i .mpany th a capital .stock of $7oo,(X)o was organized, the officers of the company being ; Hugh McCulloch, Sr., President John CToldie, Manager; and Hugh McCulloch, Jr., Secretary-Treasurer. The buildings and plant of thi extensive concern cover four and a half acres, and from three to four h ndred men (according to require mentsj are em])loyed in the various departments of the works, whose earnisigs (paid every two weeks) most find their way into the coffers of the different traders of the town, adding not a little to the well-kno\ general slabil \v of the merchants of Gait. The gem al lines of machinery manufact- ured by The Goldie & McCulloch Co. are snnnnarized thus: The WheeUxk improved automatic .slow- •>eed engine and "Ideal" high speed engine, which they claim are unsurpa.s.sed by any other steam engines in use : Steam en- gines of various 1- vies, adapted for every class of work ; toilers .nd all modern appliances in connection therewith ; wood-working machin- ery ; flour, oatme;/ and buckwheat machinery ; wool machinery ; uv-mill, shingle and stave machinery ; tnrbitu water wheels, all of the latest designs ; fire- roof .safes, bankers' safes ^ vault doors, etc., of very size. ■■"•Hi i'. .-.fl^f.-V'^P'***' o Circulars and particulars furnished on application. The gentlemen who own and control this extensi\-e establishment are personally so well known through- out tlie Dominion that little need be said here respecting them. We may .state, however, that Mr. Hugh McCulloch, and the late Mr. John Ooldie, were both leading employees of Messrs. Crombie tS: Co., but Mr. McCulloch was the first to reach Gait in i (E0WAN&(l9;^Ji^Lr FouNDf^Y ;,^^v; W-y'' InginC &J^ACHIN$ WORt^ — s GaLT: Ont still he manifests an interest in Gait. The other members of the firm are not only Canadians hut natives of the town, of whicli they have done much to build up and develope, arid they ha\-e ever been foremost in the ranks of progressive citizens. ...♦♦Victoria Wheel Works..... This extensive factory on Main street manufactures all kinds of carriage mater and poles, plow handles, etc. Tiiis is one of the largest businesses of its kind in established in i860, and has been a success from the start, now employing .some forty hands. The extensive concern covers a ground space of three acres, including the warehouse on (jueen street. The goods manufac- tured l)y tlie firm find their way to all i)arts of the Dominion and even to Australia. The firm is composed of Robt. Scott, li.sq., and his son, J. H. Scott. Hoth gen- tlemen are natives of Gait, and the .son may be .said to have grown up in the business, and is equally with his father familiar with it in all its details. Not only as a manufacturer, but as a citizen Mr. R. Scott has always taken a deep interest in all matters tending to the pdvancement of Gait. The high esteem in whicli he is held by his fellow citizens is shown by the fact tiiat repeatedly he has been the choice of the people to fill important and rei)re.sentative positions, having served in the Council and filled the miyor's chair with credit to himself and honor to the town, and at the present time has the honor of being the first mayor of Ro.s.sland, H. C. ials, whee Western Is, finished Canada. .shafts It was ♦ \ \ u.w iKo.M Hi(,ii Park. Scene at "Idylwild." The Todd Milling Company* This plant is located on Bruce street, and is one of the largest of the kind in the Dominion. The mill was erected in 1H78 by a Glasgow firm, and purchased in 1886 by the present com- pany, which is coiufxjsed of Messrs. Thos. Todd, John Scott and Martin N. Todd. Con- nected with the mill is an extensive cooper shop, directl>- opposite the mill. The barrels are sent acro,ss by an automatic contrivance as .soon as completed. The whole establish- ment gives employment to a large number of hands. The mill is a substantial six storey structure, builrof stone, and has a capacity of 400 barrels per day. It is fitted up witli the most improved machinery, and their brands of flour are eagerly .sought after, as is shown by the fact that a ready market is found for their large output, not only throughout the Dominion, but in competi- tion witii the world in the market of Great Britain. The gentlemen of the firm are also interested in the social side of the town's welfare, and are greeted on every hand as men of the highest commercial standing. Mr. Thos. Todd is president of the Street Railway and Mr. John Scott is one of the largest and most extensive cattle exporters in Canada. Gait Machine Knife Works Among the many industries for wliich Gait is noted none have contributed more tiian the Gait Machine Knife Works, owned by Peter Hay. His manufactory has become a household word to the users of all kinds of machine knives, planers, moulding, shingle, tennon and mitre knives. In all parts of the Dominion where knives are used they are to be found. Mr. Hay's patronage is well deserved, wide as it is, as nothing inferior to the best is turned out. As a citizen he enjoys the confidence of his townsmen and is highly esteemed. I t i t Scenes on Mii.l Creek. 3 5 B ^ a o o e ^ ^ s ^ ' •ji ^ o 2 3 O ^ '-K 1^ SJ O o '/I ■*r' C ■-= i" ^ - :^ "" -^ 7) 3 D O •3 -^ X C5 O .^ ^ i) OJ u •G J J3 ■*-• ^^ ■t-' 2 •- '6 5 ^' = ?! X X C X fe i ■ ■4-» X ^ 5 O 1* a- 3 S S X E W Ox rt 4^' .£ V rC >■. "Ij o Ox it 5 .a § 5 .S cj ^ 5 sis" ilO X G ^ >, o •4-> o ii « r- o bc*J .o ■71 XI JS '£ ^ >^ r; S aJ OS ^ O rt . Q ex in ° d n _• w 1) ^^ X 3^ o 2 aj II bX) *^ "o 1, .S S ii .2 £ rt o C 43 (A .J: S •-•3 (11 !« i! „, ^ P 43 rt ' > 2 S bc.a ^ 5> o H -S p!i o <^ i f The C. TumbuU Co., Ltd. t Of tlie many manufacturing enterprises that go to make tlK •!\)\vn of (^alt famous abroad as a manufacturing centre few, if any, have contributed in so large a degree as tlie one above mentioned. The product of tiie company consists of l;inibs' wool underclothing, hosiery, knitting yarns, etc., and one would have to search the Dominioii through to find a larger or more complete e.stablishmeut of its kind, or one better fitted with the latest and and nujst improved machinery for turning out fn-st-cla,ss goods in their line. The comn.odious buildings occupied by this finu are situated on North Water street and U'cst Main street, together covering a large tract of ground space. The factories give ' nii)loymenl to over one hundred hands, and were opened in i s.sy ^. g..^. by Turnbull & L'eans. The pre.sent joint stock compan>- was formed in 1X90 and own all the property they occu]n-, and their goods are found in all parts of the Dominion. The capital - stock of the Company is fift>- thousand dollars. Mr. C. Turnbull is a native of Clalt, and is a young man full pf vim and is one of Gait's best citizens. u o c i i 4 THE GORE FIRE INSURANCE CO. Among the many institutions of which Gait boasts, none are more conspicuous than the Gore Ins. Co's pal- atial and imposing structure situated on the corner of Main and Ainslie .streets. The .style is of a Romane.sque char- acter, and is built with Connecticut brown-stone, rock- faced base up to the finst storey window sills ; abo\'e this It is faced with brown pre,s,sed brick, tooled portage entry stone trinnnings and Terra Cotta carvings. The corner of Main and Ain.slie .streets :■ -'.„„d, having over the main entrance a heavily moulded arch, supported on two Doric columns, and over the arch the Comj^any's name carved in mediaeval letters. This round corner is continued u). above the roof, forming a round tower, roofed with Span ish tiles and terminating in a colunnied and octagon lantern, witli ogee top and flag staff. Total height from the side-walk about eighty-two feet. Tiie Ciore luis about 125 active agents through Ontario. OFFICERS OF MAXACiKMKXT: Hon. J.vs. VotNC, President. Ad.v.m W.vknook, lisy., Vice-President. Hugh McCulloch Hvc.h Cast Robt. Scott Chas. McGili< Jno. Watson Jame.s Goi.dik R. S. Strong, Man. Dirbctor. W. W. WILKINSON Conducts one of those Manunoth Dry Goods, Millinery and Fancy Goods establi.shmeuts which our town boa.sts of. Mr. Wilkin.son has l)een successful, Init this need not be wondered at when we consider the ability and practical in- dustry enlisted by him and hi.s obliging staff. BAPTIST CHURCH * Viiivv ui- North Watick vStrkkt. I i I B n 71 o m o IT IT 7! I-* (Tl -1 Q O o P o" .11 7: a IT "I o 71 n 3 T5 3 (T a- 3 3' Crq c 3 n 3 £' w o* o IT (T IT o 31 O O S-' 3" 3 3Q C o 3 1-^ 3- IT tti — 3 crq o p IT O O 71 n 3 orq o o O p a. IT i I i i THOMAS COWAN, ESQ. Gait's respected postmaster is a typical Canadian, first opening his eyes to the light of day at "Clochniohr," still the family residence, near Gait; and in his earlier years he acquired a thorough knowledge of farming, at the same time acquiring .. good puhliceducation, which was subsequently supplemented by a course of study in a connnercial college. While yet a young man he al)andoned the farm and became a successful connnercial traveller for the firm of Messrs. Lutz & Co.. manufacturers of .stoves and implements. Being a lover of home and its comforts, the hard tack of the road was .sometimes more than he contracted for, atid he .sometimes felt like what is expres.sed in "As you like it." "When I was at home, I was in a better place ; But travellers must be content." His extensive travelling helped him, as a quick observer, to see the re- (lunemciits of the people. This ac.piired knowledge in after life served him a good purpo.se. In 1S74 Mr. Cowan became connected in business with Mr. Cameron, under the firm name of Cowan 6t Cameron, acciuiring the business of his old employers, giving the name of the new firm. The Gait Foundry and Machine Works, which under the skill and management as senior partner the firm enjoyed uninterrupted pro.sperity. As a public man, few have enjoyed greater esteem than Thomas Cowan. And now in his decliniuLr years he enjoys the quiet life of postmaster of Gait, his native town, and is de.servinj. of the emoluments. *" The Canadian Bank of Commerce* Few institutions are of more ser- vice to the well-being of Gait than the local branch of th^ Canadian Bank of Commerce, whose office is situated on the corner of South Water and Main streets, in the Commercial block. The suite of offices has lately been b^-auti- fully refitted, and is now a credit to the institution and to our town. The local manager, D. H. Charles, Esq., is the right man in the right place, and one whose presence i,: ,„e ,,*, ei„.e n,»,,.. „ri„gs p,e„,„„. He is full of e„erg, and ha. the interest of our town at htart. f . # f * I Newlands & Co. Of the many and varied industries of (lall, uDue liave been more conducive to its well-being than the large and well conducted manufacturing house of Newlands it wl' liMHllli, and peace, and iwt^et coiitenl," a a a I a o JJ (U is c *j ^ W a tt} lS ^ e«{ S % w c i-j o i/i ^ 2i ir T) o 3 ■4-1 o ^£ i ^ ■4m* tc !^ 3 dS < C be h4 n tr. 'o X T5 c 3 O u be s -5 n 3 £ S II .o c o 0) O C r. \2 ^ o ^ THE WILLIAMS SHOE CO. Among the many concerns which make Gait prosperous, this young company is doing its share. The goods manufactured by this firm open up a new field in the shoe line, being entirely new and special- ly adapted to rough work, and are self-adjusting, easily fastened, perfectly water-tight, fitting any in- step, high or low. Mr. Williams began business in 1893 with seven hands, and to day the Company employ between 40 and 50 hands, and have a capacity of upward? of 300 pairs per day. The Com- pany has lately purchased and now occupy the largR •stone .structure formerly occupied by Stevens & Hani- iltou. It is now a Joint Stock Co. , limited liability, with Mr. Williame as Manager. ^ I I I i A. W. FALCONER holds the position of Principal of the V'ic- toria school, and for earnest, honest work he excels. As a citi- zen Mr. Falconer is held in higli esteem, and wherever the town's interests are in question he is to be foinid in the front rank. "He who .se- d u lo u s 1 y a 1 1 e n d s, pointedly asks, calmly speaks, coolly answers and ceases when he has no more to say, is in po,s,se.ssion of some of the best requisites of a man." ftnfiit Hon. Jas. Young's Rksidknce, McKrnzik St. W. F. COBER Fills the trusted posi- tion of book-keeper in the exten.sive estab- lishment of the Goldie & M c Cull o c li Co. , Limited. This gentle- man holds a high .social standing, being one of Gait's nio.st congenial spirits, po.s.se.ssing as he does, a more than common literary ta.ste, and priding himself in his large and well .se- lected library. Mr. Cober is a u.seful and honorable member of society. SoapWorks. Gt\Cr, ONT J. & R. ELLIOTT Manufacturers of plain and fancy soaps, lard and other oils. This estab- lishment is large and well fitted for the Imsiness. The premises are built of stone, situated on Mill Creek, near the liead of Main street. For a number of >ears tliis firm has conducted a success- ful business and by general urbanity and l)usiness tact they connnand the resjxjct of the public and their patrons. SYLVESTER MOVER, L.D.S. Has his office in the Gore Block. The dental office of Dr. Moyer is one of the most complete to be found. The Dr. himself is a marvel of tact and indus- try, and stands to-day at the head of his profession, having the honor of be- ing examiner in operative dentistry in the Toronto University and Dental College. Thomas Tb^D ^ §ok. MALT HOUSE Capacity 60,000 BuSHkLa.> '■' Thomas Todd, Ksy. A. S. TAYI.OR, Photo Artist. Studio over Coul- tliard's bookstore, Main street. Mr. Taylor is a yoiiii),^ and risiiijr arti-t of refined taste. .\I- thoiij.ri, i)„t recent- y in i)usiness in <^>alt, li is St ud io has aheady become viiost prominently before the public, and while "Across the singin^^ waves the shad,>ws creep," Mr. Taylor catches them as they fly. W. J. MILLICAN, BARRISTER, ETC. Has his office in the Commercial building. Mr. Millican has for nine years successfully practiced his profe.s.;ion in Ckdt. Though comparatively a young man, he is making his mark among us. We all feel ])rou(I of his relation to us as a Oaltonian. 1 ♦ IS I J i i 4 b ^ §• 5 - S 5 3 S \o T. A. MENHENNICK, Boots and Slides. This store is in the Wilkins' Block, Main street. For nine years this business has been a success. The man and the stock are without peers, therefore success. Mr. Menhennick was formerly of Ingersoll, but finding Gait a larger and better field made an advantageous move. JOHN S. HOGG, EvSQ. A young and energetic Canadian, and a native of Gait • is engaged extensively in the coal and wood business None .et er able or more willing to serve the public. Mr Hotre k a 't'?^.K.'^;;;:rL'ir^^'''-"-- -cieties: "^s,;:^ Gko. Bkk.miakdts RiisiDKNu , OiHKx St. I 4 I 4 T. LITTLE & SON Furniture and Un- dertaking. This large and well con- ducted business is one of the foremost in the county. The .stock is always large and well selected. Mr. Little is one of Gait's early settlers and has done much to make tiie town what it is. Mr. T. Little h a s h e 1 d many positions of honor and trust, and in this memorable year is a member of the Town Council. R. BRLSCOE, vSi-ccK.ssoR to vShipk & Briscor. ALLAN & General Dry G< ods, Ready-Made Clothing, Boots, Shoes, etc., etc. McKEN7IE Mr. Bnscoe succeeds because of his goods, hi.s place of business and h"; ^^I^l^t^N/JE thorough, practical knuwlcdge of what he doe.s. Ever on hand side l)v I^ealers in gener- conjof nI:;- ^^^AtiifS ^^''' "" -• "'' '"^''"^ ^'' p'^^^'^- ^' "-^--- T-- ware and Stoves, Main street. This firm succeeded Mr. Trotter, who for many years suppli- ed the country far and near with such goods as a first-class hardware store kept. None are better fitted than Allan & McKenzie to keep the trade, and if practinl knowledge a id will- ing hands count for anything then they 6TKLTHKU.S' UE.SIUENCE. LANSDOWNK AVENCE. fill the bill. $1.50, $1.75, $2.00 J* K. CRANSTON Whd^ale and Retail Stationer, Bookseller and Fancy Goods. Mr. Cranston bought tins business 12 years ago, and it is now one of the largest of its kind west of Toronto, Mail „rotl> games and tables as they are desirable an.l saleable articles. If your merchants don't handle tliem •send to us direct for prices. Store, Voung's iJlock, Main .street. ' t C. li. L,INT0N'S RUSIiJK.N'CK, PakK AvUNUii. C. B. LINTON, District Manager of tlic Ontario Mutual Life As- surance Co., of VV^aterloo, holds a lii},di place in the estimation of his fellows, and for seven years lias been an efficient and successful oflicer with the Company. Mr. Linton 1 rev ions to enter! njr the insurance business was or.e of (lalt's most suc- cessful teachers. He is a tine t\pe of what Can- ada is ])roud to call out; of her sous, ESSON'S ATFT TT?D n ^lAvi^iJiR, Pkeston, Ont. It is a fact beyond dis- pute that this is one of the best equipped galleries in the Dominion, and for fine workisiinsur- P a s s c d i n America. It is patronized by the best people from all parts of the I^ o m i n i o n . Mr. Esson en- joys the dis- _^_^__^^^^ tinction ofbe- '■'I ^" royalty, hence for fine vvoH^ '"^ J'^"'^" '''^- why we should go else«" ere ^' ^l'^'" '«"o reason putation for producing efiiest.^' ^'''' '^'^ '"^'' '"-- natural scenery, and his con ^1.'"'''"'°''-'"^'^^ '''^'''^^^ 'ety. sovvith hi.; rare novl "''^',^''^ '"^'-eat var- art line, and likx^ hislS, t'ioV'' -^''"'"^^'^P'^'^ "1 Canada and Great Jkitafn ' S , ' '7^'' P"P"Iaritv You are welcome. Pri -ite en. """^ '^^ '"'^ "'"rk. Tdepiaoue and dectri^ crJ^^llJ^gl-^^^ '^ '-quired. J. n. MOORE, M. P. P. KOR S. WATERLOO. .'"StheK^reater part S^, " , f;''°"' j" '«43. emplov- "ig time to .serve Ids fdowiefn^ln^^^^^^^^ capacity. At the present timJ,'^ every public Waterloo iu the Pru'vSia] Usi^l.ZT'^''' ^^'^'^ Colvin & Fra ser, Wholesale and Retail Hardware, Etc. ^Saa^S^^BBBSB Their store is on Dickson street • ware- Houses No. 2 Hawthorn street ; 3, 4, 5 6 and 7 Walnut street. This house'is one of the oldest and most reliable in the trade west of Toronto. Fiftv years ago Mr, James Warnock began or organ- ized tliis business, continuing until 1881 when Mr. A. C. Fra.ser entered the firm.' This partnership continued until 1887, when Mr. Warnock retired. Mr. Fra.ser continued the business when Mr. Coh-in entered the firm, the business be'ng re- moved to the present large pren.ises. n.e firm make a .specialty of heavy Hardware, bar iron, steel and black- smitlis' supplies, and carry a heavy stock m these lines. They are also heavy clealers ni coal, wood, fire-brick and oils some 15,000 ton.s. Mr. Fraser is /I'th'ttl^T' •^'''" ' ^'P^^^'^^ "^" DAVID SPIERS, ESQ. Is one of the pioneers of Gait and a -'tizen held i„ the highest esteem by h,s fellows, having been ident- ified with the interests of the town >n almost every public capacity since ^^52. As merchant, manufacturer and private citizen, Mr. Spiers was to be found in the front. Some -o years has he served on the Council Board, and filled the Mayor's chair for 3 years. Closely identified with educational and .social interests a member of G.C.I. Board for ' 20 years, and enjoys the honor as chair- man in this the Jubilee vear. He is also president of the Hospital Board president and manager of the C.as and Electric Light Co., a director of theG.P.&H.S.R. R., and one ot the original promoters of the road Although Mr. Spiers is ,so cu.^v.eu ;» Inismess, he is .hvays readv%o help. We can only .say he is a busy useful man, and Gait knows it THE GALT HOSPITAL. It differs from mo.st in.stitutions of the kind, as it has not been con- structed by the municipal author- ities, but is the result oi private ' "evoleiice and enterpri.se It is a spacious three storey .stone building well situated on Sprague street on the cre,st of one of the many hills among which Gait is located, and commanding a beautiful view of the town and romantic windings of the C.randRiver, which from this point appears at its best. There are in the Hospital a number of private rooms for the use of patient^ who tan afford to pay, while thsre are nearly twenty rooms in all. The Hospital is managed by a lady sup- erintendent and a staff of phy.sicians tlie business details being left to a 'oard or trust committee, selected <^ai:ada can boa.st of such a noble e 'anty. All honor to Gait and is 1 I'eral citi/ens who have provided such a leluge for the sick D. Spikrs, w. H. Lutz, I resident. Secretary. I sof on- or- ate s a ig. et, lis lid he he 't, in te lO re le 3- '. a d II e s i This is West Main .O The McEachren Heating and Ventilating Co, a young and enterprising firn, doing business in the large, substantial brick building on street, formerly occupied by Me.ssrs. Cant Bros. This finn is engaged in the manufacture of iieating and ventilating appli- ances. The iieating appliance is a new and vvondertul one indeed, and is well named The Little Won- der, and takes its name for the following rea.sons : ist.— It is the smallest hot water boiler in the market of equal heating capacity. 2nd.— It is the wonder of all who se<; it, that such a small boiler using such a small quanity of fuel, .should heat such a large space, and get up the required heat so quickly. 3rd.— All practical ob- servers wonder at sucli an efficient, neat and dur- able liot water heating s\steni being supplied at such a small cost. It is held by patents issued in 1885, and are stamped "Little Wonder, J. D. McEachren, (ialt, Ont., Pat. 1895." The finnihas been in existence since May ,896. The large experience and inventive genius of Mr. J. D. McEachren, and the >oung vim of Mr. W. D. Slieldon assure the success pf the new firm be\-ond a p«radveuture, TOLTON & McKAY Manufacturers of Fine Shirts. Night Robes etc began business in ,893. Their present premi.ses are situated on North Water street, in a fine Thi^firn,^""'^',"^' ^^'l"c'i'"akesahandso..:e factory. This firm employs a large staff of hands, who are kept busy all the year round. Their goods are pppu ar and find their way to every pa?^ of tht Domnnon. Both members of th. S aie hu.tlu,^ young Canadians of .sterling character and have be come famous as cyclists. They are also large defers in bicycles and bicycle repairs. ii^^-iier^ . „ ,; ViJiw OK THB Town from Dickson's Hill. W. T. WAi,KiCR"s Rksidknck. McKenzie Street. ,. .TWO SONS OF CANADA... . WM. FULTON. (thk shamrock) Town Ticket Agent C. P. R. H. D. McCONAHIE. (THK THISTLK) Representative of McColl Bros. & Go's Oils. ^^'^-^-<:^^C-ft-iic:^ This institution is located in very handsome rooms in theStruthers Block, on Main street, and under the able management of W. Brooks, a Noung and verv energetic Canadian of large experience in the best institutions of the kind on the continent, and IS in affiliation with the Hamilton Business College, whose principal is W H McCul- locli, one of Canada's best instructors. The combination of talent and experience gives an assurance to the public that no institution of tlie kind offers better teaching facilities than the Gait Business College. Young men and women are fitted here for anv positioi 111 life where a practical education is required. What better gift can a parent or guard- ian gn-e to the young man or young woman under their care, than a practical education which will enable its po.ssessor to step into the 20th century with that degree of con- fidence which is so necessary to those who desire to succeed W. Brooks. Mr. Brooks, though yet quite a young man, has had a wide ex- perience which gives him an accurate knowledge of human nature and the customs of the business and social world, and of his chosen profession. He has always been an earnest advocate of good writing and an ardent lover of artistic penmanship. The skill displaved tn the execution of some of his productions from the pen entitles him to a first place amon^ writers and pea artists of to-day. As an ail-round educator he stands in the front. " 'Tis hard to say, if greater want of skill Appear in writing or in judging ill."— Fopk. W, McUutLOCH, i Main Street, Looking West. Vine Vhi^a," Cornei^ius Wii^on's Residknck, Ann Street. Hunter is a native of Gait. They began business here in iKyo, and to-day their trade and reputation is noteworthy. As citizens, like their bread, they are regard- ed as more than good. SMITH cS: HUNTER Bakers and confectioners, North Water street. This firm en- joys the Confidence of the pui>lic, not only as citi/e- ■., but because of good bread. Mr. vSniith is a native of Aberdeen, Scotland, bringing an experience of much value to the firm. Mf. MKTHOUIST CIIl'RCH. lie Company i„ whose employ he is are to be congratulated. He is a typical Canad- 'an. born near Paris, Ont., in 1847. and one ot onr n.ost c.ngcnial and worthy citizens, licld tor t.velye years to the o.,t,V. /• / '"' '*""^'"" ''^' ''as "-f^^'^S: I^NOX CinKCll. are to anad- . and JltllV Mr. Stnniicrs is one of Gait's representative men, born at Ayr in 1856, and for nearly a qnarter of centurv a prominent resident of Gait, having been engaged in the flonr feed, gram and seed trade. He has also become a large real estate ,.\v„^ r. Mr. Struthers built and owns that fine red brick block on Main street, known as the Struthers' Block. He also manufactures and controls that wonderful cattle condiment, which has become so iiiiiversallv u.sed by cattlemen. As a philanthropi.st Mr. Struthers has few peers ■v> — - O. .STKUTHURS' 11J,0CK, MAIN ST. ^R30NAGE*f CATHOLIC. . CHURCH ■ r=^~ Geo. W. Robinson General Dry Goods, Furnishings, Boots and Shoes. Fancy Goods, Crockery and Glassware. This establishment, situated on Main Street, is one of the model institutions of Gait. Money and energy are employed to their utmost to give the public all the advantages these commodities have the power to give. Mr. Robinson has the good fortune of being ex- perienced in every department, and has a staff of polite, pains-taking help who seem to understand human nature. This house succeds with a capital S. t:=-s=^ JAS. S. W/.RDLAW, M. D. Few pnjfessional men have enjoyed the experiences of Dr. Wardlaw. In liis younger years he became a practi- cal engineer and w a s e n g a g e d [jin the East India Reserve as engineer remaining in India for four years. On returning to Cana- da, liis adopted country, he .studied medicine, graduat- ing- in 1888 at TrinitN- and Toron- to Universities, practicing .succe.ssfullv in Gah The doctor has a genial smile and good word for everyone and l,a.s a warm place in the hearts of his fellows. Office and residence on Dick.soii street W. T. WALKRR, Esq. Principal travel- ler and representa- tive of The Goldie & McCulloch Co., Ltd. Mr. Walker was born in Toron- to in 1848. He has leeii identified with this firm since 1879. He was f,ormerly a pai tner in the firm of Walker, Poole & Co. . Toronto, eii- jgagcd in the manu- facture of engines, boilers, safes, <.tc. Mr. Walker ha.s been a resident of Gait for nearly 20 years. Unas- suming in his manner, yet he is always ready to help in time of need. No one has a stronger influence for good among his fellows than Mr. Walker. JAMES CHISHOLM. A genial ' 'border vScot," conducting a high-class mer- chant tailoring es- tablishment near the head of Main street. Mr. Cliis- holnihashadalong and practical exper- ience in high-class establishments in Edinburgh, Scot- land, and in our own Queen City, Toron- ... to, thus placing »-» •" the front ranks. No better fit or style can be found that, that given by Mr. Chisholm He is president of the Scottish Borderers- As,sociation of Canada. H. S. HOWELL. This gentleman was born in Gait in 1857. He has tra- velled extensively making a tour a- round the world in 1880. M. :.owell is an author of con- siderable note, hav- ing written "An Is- land Paradise and Reminiscences of Travel," a wonder- fully interesting book. He has 1 ecu lionored l)y being made an honorary _ j n;ember of the Yo- 1 , "ck Club, of Mel- ne has the honor of beiiifr thn fi,--. . . . , ^, tjcnig tne nist to agitate for a national Canadian flag. JOHN KEYES Carriage and wagon maker, occupies large and con- venient premises jn Ainslie street, and for 14 years has conducted a successful business. Mr. Keyes employs some 15 hands, and his goods are found now in almost every part of the Dominion. PARKER & CO., General plumbers, gasfitters, etc. This firm has held the first rank in their special line since e.stahlishing their business in 1890. Mr. Parker brings with him a wide experience, thus securing the well-earned reputation. Good work and prompt attention to business is their motto. Works and office. North Water steeet. CHARLES CUMMING Is a prominent furniture dealer on the corner of Ainslie and Dickson streets, who for some ten ^ears, has had marvellous success. To this business is added auctioneerintr, etc., also the agency nf celebrated New Williams sewing machine. Mr. Gumming is a native of Gait, first .seeing the light in 1853. He began to hustle then aud is a hustler still G. H. TOLTON Conducts a merchant tailoring and gents' furnishing e.stablishment in the Buchanan Block, Main street, known as the Yellow Front. His stock comprises the newest and best in gents' furnishings, ready- made clothing, hats, caps, etc. The cutting depart- ment is in charge of Mr. J. Campbell, of Toronto. Mr. Tolton was born in Guelph in i860, and began business in Gait in 1889, and to-day leads the trade. " Costly thy habit, as thy purse can buy, But not expressed in fancy, rich, not gaudy. For the apparel oft proclaims the man." R. FERRAH, Chemist and druggist, occupies one of the finest stone structures on Main street. In counection with his extensive drug business, a very large book and stationery trade is carried on. Mr. Ferrah has built up a very Uicuili'x- hu,sine.ss by hi.s universal genial- ity and shrewd busine.ss tact. No one is more de- ser\'ing of the success he has achieved than our estimable and enterprising citizen, R. Ferrah. HARRY HANCOCK. IROQUOIS HOTKL. WIUJAJ lAM SADI.KR. at the ba.sc° TSiSf 11''. ^'?i'^'°"^f "^^ red brick with stone facings «,>, . ^ ^^^^^^ have few eqiuds. The ^[n.ish^f "'"''H ^'^, ^'''^"^'•' P^^Pnetors tvvo""o^d;i hnf i'"^ ''^ *^^ ^^^^ °f Main Street m Cbntrai. Hotri,, Main Street Wm. Cavkrs' Rksidknck, East Main Street. JOHN AHERN, Chief of Police. Chief Ahern is a man of experi- ence in his special line. He served seven years on the St. Catharines po- lice force and ten years in Gait. Mr. Ahern was born on the Isle of Wight in 1847 and spent the early years of his life as a sea- man, having cir- cumnavigated the globe several times. This has given him an experience which fits him well for his present position as Chief. AARON ROOS, Brunswick Billiard Room. Mr. Roos, pro- prietor of the Hrun.swick Billard rooms in the Phoe- nix Block, Main street, has made arrangements to oc- cupy larger and ■ ue commodious rooms in the new Iroquois Block where he will pos- sess a palatial room. Hepropo.ses having 6 pool and 2 billard tables of the most sujierb make. Mr. Roos deserves the patronage of the lovers of the "tables." F- G. HUGHES, t. D. S. Mr. Hughes is one of those ener- getic and hustling young Canadians pjound to succeed. He was born in Hawkesville, VV'at- £rloo County, in l'*^55' A graduate Ijof the Royal Col- lege of Dentistry, he commenced prac- ticing his profession here in iHHo. and from the first has been very successful. His -oms are a palat.al suite, magnificently furnished and are m the Ma.sonic Block, Main street H. F. MacKENDRICK, M. D. This gentleman I was born in Gait in 1866 and received liis early education in our excellent town schools. The Dr. graduated at I Toronto University 'anrl Trinity Medi- cal College in 1893. His practice in Gait, his native town, manifests this fact, that the Dr. is pL.!)ular. He is an enthusiastic can- naii : in .-ed ioi) ;nt he at ty li- 3- in 'e is CAVERS BROS., Nurserymen and Florists. Office on Main Street. Packing Grounds near head of Main Street. These gentlemen beginning a few years ago in a \cry small way have, by push, tact and principle, risen to an immense concern, employing about 125 agents cover- ing the country from end to end. Their reputation is of the best and like their .stock "will .stand," and can b( -died upon all the way through. W. J. McMURTRY. Gene, .i Hardware, Stoves and Tinware, south Main Street. Ph. onal has been the rapid rise of this business. Opening up business in 1885 Mr. Mc- Murtry has forged his way to the front. He also con- trols an exten.sive hardware busineas in St. Thomas. The additional trade in bicycles here and in St. Thomas adds materially to the popularity of this house. WOODS & TAYLOR. This firm's name has become a household word, being one of the oldest Oeneral Dry Goods, Tailor- ing, Millinery and House-Furni.shing Establishments in Western Ontario. They succeed, d Guggi.sburg Bros, in 1873, and on the retirement of Mr. Woods Mr. Taylor became sole proprietor, and upon no better shoulders could the mantle have fallen than on those of Mr. Taylor. EDMUND SNELL, ESQ. Few of our citizens have done more to build up Gait's reputation than Mr. Snell. An Englishman by birth, bringing with him the dominant qualities of "pu.sh, pluck and tact," which for more than 35 years has made him one of the most successful ex- porters of cattle, sheep, &c., in Ontario. During 1896 some 8.00c , .ttle and 8,000 sheep were shipped to the EuM,i)eau ma kets. Asa citizen Mr. Snell enjoys the contvi-nce and esteem of his fellows in a high degree. THE CENTRAL HOTEL located m.dway up Main Street, and ,,s oneofthl "ngmal "stopping places" of "ve olde,, . >-etnobetteror.oreco.fortabe\Z^^^ r T weary traveller find. Centr.llv 1 .?? '''' F. J. BROWX & SON, Jewellers and wholesale dealers in t' and Curios Pn^. • ^ Japanese Goods the firT is at n " "' ^'^ ""'°^ --^^ '>f nrm, is at present employed bv th« t the honor of beine the on/ • ^ ^ "" ^'■°^'" ^^'^ at the hands or; Ve:;^":^'^-^:" --'-v" 'TheSacredTrcaaur;.- "^^^P"'^''^°^^^^'>^ R. STRUTHERS. Kor eighteen years or more this gentleman ha. conducted a first-class general Drv Cr^TTT As a Z ' '"'""^'' ^-^ "••" -^"relv please As a c,t,zen no one is better thot:ght of. ' J- McKINNON Merchant Tailor, &c. , Main Street Tl. -ore progressive in their line of , " "' """ McKinn^„ . °^ busme,ss than Mr Can, Z ' Furnishings, Hat, and T n,t ';; T;"'"'="'°^^f-^™'*°' nnd ,,vlc Mr « v '"■°™"'"' °' l*^''" "' CHARLES ROOS, Dealer in Boots and Shoes. Mr. Roos con- ducts business on .Main street and car- ries a fir.st-cla.ss line of boots and shoes, trunks and vali.ses, «S:c. For a quarter of a century he has conducted this bus- iness in a manner satisfactory to himself and his many customers. He commenced bus- iness in Preston in the year 1845 and finding a larger and better field here be- came one of our most progressive and respected citizens. Although a man of years, Mr. Roos is still active in his busi- ness pursuits, M. S. McKAY, Gait Woollen Mills. M. S. McKay & Co., proprietors of the Gait Woollen Mills, conduct their business in a large factory situated on the corner of North Water and Queen streets. Their lines of goods are knitted shirts and drawers, woollen tweeds, &c. The reputation of this firm is ver>' and of a high character. The establishment employment to a large number of hands. wide gives J. C. WINDHTX, Merchant Tailor. Nothing inferior is tolerated with Mr. Win dell. He under.stands what it means to be possessed of first- class material. Having ri.sen from the "ranks," Mr. Windell deser\-es much of that which he is achieving — success. He has a reputation, not only as a practical tailor, but as a busi- ness man and citi- zen. His garments turned out have that beauty and taste displayed that shows j.h.inlv that they have left the hands of a m...ter mechanic" His store is in Daudo's Block on Ain^lie street W. D. CARD, Barrister. Mr. Card is a rising young Can- adian. He was born in 1870 in the town of vSt. Marys, Ontario, and called to the Bar while yet in his minority, possessing in a high degree the qualities which go to make up the " legal light." Mr. Card began practice here in 1892 and has aU ready gained a wide reputation in i.is weil-chosen profession. Hi.s "ffice IS in the Imperial Block, South Water street. -*-t ■Si "To c/2 -1* ^ A. Va»;ag^.U '1/iK Hardy Ophthai.momktkk, Used only by N, B. Wii^KiNS, Optician and Jeweler. Richard Blain, Esq., Has the disting- uished honor of be- ing one of Gait's pioneers. A native of the N(jrth of England, he emi- grated to Canada and located in Gait in 1843, at once be- coming identified with the milling business at that early day and period of Gait's history. -Mr. Hlain has al- ways l«en held in high esteem by his fellow towns- men, as is shown by the municipal record ■• where- we find he has hon- orably filled the M;:yuf'r; chair ilvi: jonrscciitivc years and has held other important offices in the gift of the people. In his declining years he .still enjoys the confidence of the public. H. A. Matchett, Dealer in Bankrupt Stocks and General Dry Goods. The above busi- ness is carried on in T. A. Mara's old stand on Main St. and Mr. Matchett has t h e h a p p y knack of suiting himself to the peo- ple's needs. The vast variety of his stock can only be understood when seen. Those who patronize him once are sure to return. With him every day is indeed a " Bargain Daj-." The .stand is one of the best in Gait and Mr. Matchett does a large business. GALT LUMBER CO. This company strikes the key note of success and is under the able management of Mr. Duncan Murray. Having commenced business in 1896, the Company is young but strong in finance and abiHty, and has for its president John Scott, Esq., one of the most popular and enterprising property owners of Gait. The output of the company last year was over 1,500,000 feet. Also large importations of red cedar shingles from British Columbia. This com- pany merits the confidence of the public and enjoys it in a high degree. GEORGE HANCOCK. Has successfully conducted a cartage and dray business suice 1872 which is con.stantly increasing. No one is more worthy the confidence placed in him than our mutual friend George, as we familiarly call him. A comparatively young man, yet his fel- low townsmen have .seen fit to confide in him the honor of placing him on the Council Board more than once. JOHN W. TAYLOR. Mr. Taylor is the Local Manager of the Bell Telephone Co. with his office in the Scott Block. North Water Street. This office is said to be one of the finest and best fitted in the Dominion. This is in keeping with Mr. Taylor, as he is one of our best and most progressive citizens. He is held in high e-steem by his fellow townsmen, having been elected several terms to serve the town at the Coun- cil Board. GEO. BERNHARDT. This gentleman conducts a wholesale and retail wine and liquor busiuess in the Opera House block, but in a few months will remove into his new and connnodious premi.ses in the " Iroquois" block, one of the hand.somest and most complete places of busi- ness west of Toronto. Mr. Bernhardt has the repu- tation of conducting a large and increasing business. As a citizen he is always ready to help and promote the interests of Gall. Edmund Snkix'b Rbsidknci{, Park Avenue. Mount Vikw Ckmktkry, Galt. N. B. WILKINS. Mr. N. B. Wilkins, jeweller and optician, conducts one of the most extensive businesses in his particular line west of Toronto. Though a voung man his experience and practical knowledge give him a prominent place as a jeweller and optician. His store and office is in the Gore Block, Main street EDWARD RADIGAN, Conducting business as a first-class painter, paper- hanger and glazier on Dick.son street. For a quarter of a centur.v he has been a well-known and highly respected citizen of Gait. The many j^ears experience he has had gives him a precedence over others A workman beyond the common, and one of those big souled Irishmen we like to meet. A. J. McPHKRSON. The town of Gait is to be congratulated in hav- ing Mr. McPhenson as Town Kngi iieer. As a gentle- man of large experience and high scholastic attain- ments, he is well fitted for the po.sitinn. He brings with him a wide experience from his travels and work ,n the Northwest. Mr. McPhenson was our tiTst waterworks superintendent. We all like Mac. THOMAS KEACHIE, Proprietor of the cab and 'bus lines of the town. Mr. Keachie is always ready to accommodate the public in storm or sunshine and has every requirement to meet the wants of his patrons. Of him the adage of " never mis.sed a train " is true. He prides him- self in personally attending to urgent calls and has handsome and comfortable rigs. His office is on the corner of Dickson and North Water .streets and his residence Ann street. CLAY BROTHERS. As general grocers none are more worthy of success than Clay Bros, who have in a very short time gained the front rank in the grocery, crocker^• and glassware trade. They are .succes.sors of their father, W. P. Clay, who originally conducted the business. The.se young men are worthy the confidence of the people, as they keep the be.st goods ready cash can buy. Their store is on South Water street in th^ Imperial Block, Wallace & Moork, Hardware Merchants. These young men are among our most energetic and enter- prising business men. Mr. Moore as junior member of the firm is without question a 3oung man born to suc- ceed, and though scarcely beyond liis .najority, yet he stands in the front ranks. His general urbanity and genial spirit Ijring to Wal- lace & Moore much to make their large trade what it now is. The public will find their place of business in the new Buchanan block, Main Street, where cu^^ tomers like to come. W. D. Brown, Fruits and Confectionery. Mr. Brown de- lights himself in catering to the pub- lic' s needs in this line, and for fifteen years has done it in royal style. His ice cream parlors are elegance it- self, capable of seating comfortably ; over one hundred people at a time. While his ice cream I is cool, he has uiastci-ed the art of giving a warm wel- come to his guests. ' Indeed we could not dispense with the entering of Mr. Brown. His place of business is on Main Street, iu the new Struthers' block. Jas. Cukuss, Chiki' G. F. H. .♦♦.Environs of Galt.*^^ A MONG the many places accessible from tioned the following, any of which affn and abound in beautiful scenerv : I nay be men- }Measant drive To Preston " Berlin " Guelph 3/-^ miles 12 14 " To Puslinch Lake - - 6 miles " Petrifying Sps., Q. River 2 " The Doon Pinnacle - 6 " s