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Those too large to be entirely included in one exposure are filmed Sttninninq in the upper left hand corner, left to ."'"h; -ind ♦op to bottom, as many frames as requ'.'sd. T!' '^/ : V /7 A^INDSOR SOME FACTS CONCERNING ITS V:AYU:\ H\S\'i)R\ S POINTS or INTEREST. AND "'>«»*''*t«*,i--*-**' ^ I ""TT^T^^T' ^ r ^ ■^f (T|g I I PREFACE. It would lia\c' been intcrcstiiiy t( ) mention many thinL;s in connection with tlie liistorv of Windsor, whicli have occurred during the early |)art of this (-entury, introducing tl le names o f the i)roniinent men of the town in tlu )st; (ia\s i)Ut the s( of this little work forbids tl ope n tact, a lar^e volun: e couiu written upon the history of Windsor, and made interesting, from cover to cover, with tlu' man\- incidents whi( h transoired during the progress of civilization, the growl 1 ol UKUistr aiin- culture, manufactiu-e and ship] nni ^\'!ndsor was a ver\ importain point in the expulsion of the Acadians, yet history dwells very lightly ui)on this tact, and pictures, at large, tl le scenes enacted at other [)laces. I\Iy cordial thanks are due H. N'. Hind, lOscj., M. A., I). C. I,., in kindly permitting me the use of many of the facts which he has gathered and published in his sketch of "The Old Parish Burying (iround." I have also consulted Haliburton's History of Nova Scotia, Murdock's History of Nova Scotia, and Calkin's History of British America. (1. POOI.K JONKS. J^^W!i.«K <«(KV+'j.i;(i(<> dtarfa l'\ EARLY HISTORY OF WINDSOR. II Amout the year 1703, the country lying around the hill now- known as Fort Edward, and extending along the hanks of the river Avon and St. Ooix, was settled hy a numher of Freneh Acadian families, who had come from the settlement "Les Mines," which occu[)ied the lands where the village of Horton now stands. They cultivated the rich marsh lands in this vicinity, keeping hack the waters of the Avon and St. Ooix, which flooded them at high tides, by throwing up strong running dykes. These marsh lands, together with their cattle, horses, sheep and swine, consti- tuted the chief source of their wealth. They derived hut little profit from the wooded uplands which lay to the south and east of Fort Edward ; and, therefore, almost totally neglected them To the portion of country settled they gave the name of "Pigiguit," an Indian word, meaning "the junction of waters," or "flowing square into the sea." In the year 17 14, according to the French census, Pigiguit had a population of 337 persons; and, again, in 1731 the same district contained 150 families, or about yoo persons, showing, conclusively, the comparatively rapid growth of the centre and the prosperity of the people. The Acadian F'rench and the Indians were, from the first, very friendly toward each other, and for many years the peace of the country, and good-will entertained between them, remained unbroken. All this had its beneficent effect upon the thrift) I'Yench farmers of Pigiguit. Having nothing to fear from the Indians, they naturally devoted the greater part of their time to the improvement of the soil, which resulted in the wealth and prosperity of the settlement. During the years between 1731 and 174S, the growth of Piziciuid was t)henomenally rapid, having, at the lattJr date, a ■wwtt* r/f/fr.Vj EARLY in STORY. l)<)]uil;ui()n of -'.700 .\c;uli;ins. TIrm' pcdplc wuiv s(:ittii with that church, 'i'he I'hurch was organized at Weiit- "11 f» ■ ' >^ p ..»HS(t«tiMk,' »>■■ .;;■■ ,;v' 'f'''^*i*#!!iP^^^y^ }}mmn Ml imu.mm zs __ttaitfji i:jtmmmmmmi>v.^' ;^'T^-; .^..-*' '-"J^v EARLY HISTORY. worth, but in the winter months of that year the services were held in the room of a house still standing on (lerrish Street. Thus, in the year 1826, the township, now prospering with a population of 2,000, containe i College, an Academy, a Reading Society, and a congregation of each of the following denomina- tions : — Episcopal, Methodist, I'reshyterian, Baptist and Roman Catholic. Prior to the year 1837, the peo{)le of Windsor and Falmouth were compelled, through lack of bridge accommodation, to ford the river Avon when the tide was out and to cross it by ferry when in, in order to visit their friends on either side. In those times there was no road skirting the foot of Ferry Hill as now, and per- sons wishing to go to Falmouth had to go over the hill to a i)oint beyond the railroad bridge and there ford the river, frecjuently sinking to the hubs of their wheels in the mud and sands in the bed of the Avon, and sometimes getting caught in a quicksand, which gave them no little difficulty in extricating themselves and their horses. It was during this year, however, that the ol ' toll bridge was swung across the river. It was a wooden tubular structure, sup- ported by huge wooden arches, extending from pier to pier, the timbers of which were bound firmly together by strong iron bolts. The ends of these arches rest.'d upon piers made of heavy timbers, and filled up with rocks and stones. The strain of each span was distributed over the arches supporting it, by means of heavy iron bars and bolts hanging perpendicularly from them, and at intervals of several feet. I'his old structure spanned the river for a period of about fifty years, when it was torn down, and the new iron road bridge now standing was erected in its place. From the early decades of the present century up to 1857, \\'indsor was connected with Halifax and other towns of the Province by stage coaches, and the arrival and departure of these means of communication were often the occasions of lively scenes. By the year 1840, Windsor had developed into a shipbuilding centre of no mean consequence, and tliis industry has been carried lO EARLY HISTORY. on continuously and extensively in the town and vicinity until re- cent years, when it has subsided almost to zero, owing largely to the late dejjression in shij)[)ing rates, and the inability of wooden ships to successfully compete with steel tonnage. 'i"en years later the townshij) had a population of about i,yoo. An important event in the history of Windsor was the opening of a line of railway from Halifax to this point in 1S57, bringing Windsor into direct rail communication with the outside world. In 1868 this line was continued westerly through Kings_ County and the Annapolis Valley to the town of Annapolis, th"s giving to Windsor the immense benefit of a railway extending from Halifax to Annapolis. The town at this time had al.so steamboat con- nection with Saint John and Boston. In i860, Windsor was honored by a visit from the I'rince of Wales, who at that time was making a tour of the Province and Canada. He was received here enthusiastically by the people. 'i'he year 1869 is remarkable as that in which occurred the great Saxby storm, which broke away the dykes on both sides of the river. That portion of the town called the Island, or Point Nesbit, was completely inundated, the people in some instances being obliged to get out of their windows into boats, 'i'he place had not been visited by a similar catastrophe since the year 1828. In 1759, or just one hundred and ten years previous to the Saxby storm, the dykes were carried away, causing all the valuable marsh lands to be flooded. The Alunuii of King's College, in 185S, set in motion plans for the erection of Convocation Hall on the College grounds, and in 1866 the building was completed. About eleven years after the completion of this edifice, the finishing touches were given the Hensley Memorial Chapel. This Chapel was erected at a cost of $14,000. It was during those decades immediately following 1850 that the industries of the town commenced in reality. They have been steadily multiplying until the jjresent day, when Windsor has cjuite a wide range of manufacturing concerns. M. 5ti9!;8j?ii?B^ia#i^^»^^ iMii EARLY HISTORY. 1 1 The first ncwspapt-r issued in the town was "'i"he Hants and Kings County dazette," pul)lished by Mr. Allen, the first issue appearing in the year 1833. In 18S4 the town was deemed worthy of possessing a new post oftice. 'J'he site for this building was selected on C.errisli Siicet, being considered more central than that occupied by the forniv^r post ofiice, which stood at the north corner of Water and King Streets. The Corporation Act was passed in the year 1S78. In i8yo Windsor had a population of about 3,000. Since the early years of the present century, the town proper has certainly not seen a phenomenally rapid growth ; but yet, when all things are considered, we are forced to acknowledge that it has prospered, and has been blessed in many respects. During the last decade extensive improvements have been made, among them being the introduction of the water works, the supplying of the town with electric light facilities ; in fact, an impetus has been given it of late which has been unparalleled in its history. New residences are going up in all directions, and there are various other indica- tions of its industry and prosperity. Now that we have briefly outlined the history, origin and progress of civilization in this vicinity through a period of almost two hundred years, let us turn our attention to the town of \Vindsor of the present day. THE TOWN. The geographical position of Windsor is in north latitude 44" 59' or very nearly upon the 45th parallel, which makes it just midway between the North Pole and the Equator. Its meridian is 64° 08' 30" west of (Ireenwich. The town is on the Windsor iS: Annapolis Railway, about forty-five miles north-west of Halifax, located in the north-western portion of Hants County, of which it is the chief town. Situated on the southern banks of the Avon it wmmm'Wiii ■"^KK't^ 12 POINTS OF INTEREST. has the advantage of direct shipping communication with the outside world. Its transportation faciHties are quite adecjuate to the demands of the town. The Windsor cV- Annapolis Railway is the artery through which flows the current of business that consti- tutes the greater part of the life of this portion of the Province. This line is in direct connection with Boston both from Halifax and Yarmouth. The steamship companies of Halifax have several fine steamers sailing from that port to Boston, and the Yarmouth S. S. Co., at the other end of the line, has two 'xcellently equip- ped Clyde built steamers plying between Yarmouth and Boston. Thus all the ports along the American coast are by these means made readily accessible to Nova Scotia business men. 'I'his rail- way is also placed in connection with the city of St. John, N. B. by a side-wheel steamship sailing from Annapolis. The " Hiawa- tha," running between Windsor and St. John, and touching at in- termediate ports, has no small effect upon the trade of Windsor. Her services seem to be fully appreciated by our merchants, judg- ing from the amount of freight handled by her at this port. Windsor possesses a cotton mill, an iron foundry, a furniture factory, Clypsum Packet Company, (c}uarries at ^^'entworth), two sash and door factories, a new saw mill, a fertilizer factory, a tan- nery, plaster mill, two weekly newspapers, three banks, several large hotels. King's College, a Church School for (lirls, a Collegi- ate School for Boys, a pul)lic academy, also five religious denom- inations. Many improvements have been made during the past few years, and the Council are causing asphalt sidewalks to be laid in the busiest and most important thoroughfares of the town, and curbing them with granite. Windsor's importance as a shi[)ping port ranks second m the Dominion, as regards sailing shipping. In 1880 its assessment was between six and seven hundred thousand, but is now over sixteen hundred thousand, which equals that of Truro with a pop- ulation of five thousand. The hotel accommodation of Windsor is by no means behind any town of its size in the Province, and travellers and tourists '^^m0^?^^^iM^-^^^"''^''^''-K? ii POINTS OF INTEREST. '.^ : may rest assured that if they visit Windsor they will have little or nothing to complain of in this regard. Among our most promin- ent hotels are the 1 )ufferin, which is the largest building in tcnvn, and under the excellent management of Messrs. Schultz cK: Jordan is rapidly bringing itself into the favorable consideration of the travtlling public. The new management seem to know just what is necessary in catering to the wants of their patrons, who return the compliment by putting up at the Dufferin when visiting ^Vind- sor. The \'ictoria Hotel has a wide reputation among travellers throughout our broad Dominion, as a first-class establishment, and a comfortable and home-like one in all respects. This house is already so well known that it is umiecessarv to dwell at length upon its many desirable (lualities. The well-known proprietor, Mr. T. Doran, does all in his power to secure the well being and comfort of his guests. Among the other institutions of a similar nature come the Hotel 'I'homas, Mr. Fred. Mounce, proprietor ; the Avon Hotel, Mr. Walter Hunter, proprietor ; the Somerset House, Mr. \V. Poole, proprietor; the Acadia House, Mr. John Jenkins, proprietor; the Windsor Hotel, Mr. Thomas (iibson, projirietor; the American House, Mr. W. Sloan, proprietor, and numerous other private boarding houses, etc. Fort Edward. No one should visit Windsor without seeing Fort Edward. The place to-day bears little resemblance to the Fort Edward of over one hundred years ago. It was a very important station at that time, to which the people settled in the surrounding districts looked for aid and protection, while the French refugees and Indians were awed and crushed into subjection by the deadly fire of the liritish troops, as often as they rose in rebellion and com- mitted their acts of spoliation of revenge and hatred. In 17S4 it consisted of a "small, scjuare fort of eighty-five yards exterior front, with bastions, a ditch and a raised counter- , scarp, and was composed of sod. Here were eighty pieces of cannon, mounted. The fort was built early in the settlement of the Province, first intended as a i)Iace of security against the _ mwfmm ■^r;,^.' ^ji^y^^^^^¥^i H POINTS OF INTEREST. Indians, and repaired and iiiiproved " in the beginning of the American Revohition, "to [)rotect the inhabitants of Windsor from the ravages of Aii^erican privateers." The Hloek House, together with three otlier buildings, still remains on the summit of the hill. Several of these are in a most dilapidated condition. To the eastward, and not far from the old fort, on the slope C)f the hill, are the graves of the soldiers who died while stationed at Windsor. The place is marked by a number of very anti(iuated looking willows. Ai)art from the interest with which this ancient stronghold is laden, a most charming view may be had of the marsh lands on the banks of the Saint Croix river, where some of the earliest French settlers built their homes, and kept back the raids of the onsetting floods by strong dykes, which are |)lainly visible winding along the curves of the river banks. The site of the old cemetery where the Acadian French buried their dead, nearly two hundred )ears ago, is also seen from here. To the north, where once lay the cultivated fields of the first .settlers of the district, now comes the hum and clatter of industry. 'I'he Windsor Cotton Mill, the (las Company's works, and the mill of the Pidgeon Fertilizer Company, are all located in this direction, and can be plainly viewed from l'"ort Hill. In the same direction lies the picturescjue village of Avondale. It has been built along the top of a long, sloping hill on the oj)- posite side of the Saint Croix. The white houses make a striking contrast against the rich green hillside and blue horizon on a summer's day, presenting a cjuiet, restful picture. More easterly, one can see the masts of the vessels at Went- worth, a village about two and a half miles distant. Along this line of vision large areas of marsh lands may be overlooked, stretc:hing from the foot of the hill almost as far as ^Ventworth. Fort Edward commands about the best view of the Avon and Saint Croix rivers that can be obtained in the vicinity of Windsor. 'I'he courses of both rivers can he seen forming sinuous bends for miles in their de.scent from the lakes, while down the Avon the approach of a ship can be detected at a distance of about five miles. '^iii^^'«--*^'.«» "*■''"■"**'■*"*•••■• ?'' "^ POAVTS OF IXTEREST. 15 The College and Collegiate School. A vlT}' pleasant walk dv drive t)!" ahout thrcL'-(|iiarlcrs of a iniU' from tlic Post Office brings us to King's College The plank walk extending up through the avenue and College woods makes it easy of access from the town, and is nuu h shorter than around by the King street route. The College building presents a bold appearance from the grounds in front of it. Standing as it does, upon ver\' high ground, it commands an extensive view of the country lying around about it. 'I'he building offers accommodation for about forty-five students, although this number is seldom in residence. During the last collegiate year about twenty-eight students were attending lectures at the College, and it is thought that fully that number will be present next year. This institution was founded in 1789, and a Royal C'liarter was granted by King (leorgc III, in the year 1S02. Many illustrious men claim King's as their Alma Mater, and among those who have finished their life's task, and have fought not ingloriously in their resi)ective professions, leaving their names |)rominent in history, we find not a few who were educated at this time-honored institution. The names of ^\'elsford and many others will always find a warm spot in the heart and sympathies of every true King'sman. The faculty is composed of the President, Dr. W'illets, and a staff of six professors. The academical habits are the same as those worn in the University of Oxford, and no undergraduate is allowed to resort to any inn, tavern or public house, exce])t for some special cause to be a[)proved by the President, or to si)end his time in the streets of the town. Juniors are reciuiied to pay proper respect to seniors and especially to those in authority in the University. Students residing in the College are not to be out of it after 9.30 p. m., without the [)ermission of the President. No visitor is allowed to remain in the C!ollege after 10 p. m., unless by permission. Adjoining the College is the Hensle) Memorial Chapel, a pretty stone building, capable of seating two hundred j)ersons. iii •w 16 JV/XTS Of LXTEREST. Services arc read here every clay during the collegiate year, at s(.ven in the morning and at seven in the evening. Students are requirid to attend all lliise services except two, the Hoard allow- ing theui lo miss that number each week. A fine is imposed upon all wiio omit atteniling more than two. About iifty yards south of the college is situated the Convo- cation Mall, a stone building now occupied by the library, museum of natural history, geology and mineralogy. It is here that the Students' ball is generally held. A large number of interesting specimens, most of which are adapted to show the character of the fossils, flora and fauna (jf the Province. 'i'hi.' College building lias undergone extensive improvements during the [)ast year, especially the interior. It has been fitted up with all the modern ccjnveniences. The Commons Hall in par- ticular is a very different looking a[)artment from what it formerly was, and some of the old graduates wcnild scarcely know the place. All the roijms have been renovated and present a most inviting appearance. About half way along the plank walk included within the ("ollege woods, and on the south-west side, is the Three Kims Hollow, a very beautiful spot, and considered by many to be the most interesting spot in the neighborhood. It was in this hollow- that the Three P^lms Cricket (!lub years ago enjoyed their numerous pastimes. Many of the distinguished sons of King's look with delight down into this picturesipie hollow, when, at Encainia rime, they are visiting the University. Who will say what emotions are rife within him, as the old graduate gazes, with lingering eye ujion the haunts of his youth, and hears the sighing of the branches overhead, creating just as soft and sublime a hush as in days of vore, wlien pouring meditatively over his Homer or \'irgil he sought the cool and shady retreat these woods so benignly offered him. Looking easterly from tlie College one overlooks the Collegi- ate School for Hoys, which is situated near the foot of the hill. It is very prettily located, and in plain view of the College and Church School for (iirls. 'i'his institution was opened on the first lilgiiieiiPRS^aiJiiirj^^ w Pll I ■! I .TIT . It and first ^^^^■^^i^l ^m^ !f«:^^**S- ;£»!a*4iTi.*Sr«; «-«t,»<'- yui ! PO/iVrS OF INTEREST. ly ■'■>■' building, makes tiif luimljcr fifty-fivL.-, uliich offer accuimiUKkiliun fur one iiLindrcd schokirs. The staff comprises the Lady I'riii(i])al, Miss H. J. Machin, seven resident teachers and governesses, and four non-resident teachers. \ 'I"he 'I'rustees' report, recently [)ublisi.ed, contains the follow- ing interesting table: — • Xmnlii r of l}nrnih ;'s. -Ian. Htli, 1S!»1 -Oix-iiing of tlif School 27 Sept. I.SDl -Fil-.st full year ", Sfjit. lSi»2— Scuoiid yoar (;i So).t. IMtCi-Tliinl year (m \\'e take from tlie same report the following information re- s[)ecting the ("hurch School : - "Owing lo the letiriinent of tlirt'C rcsiduiit goveiiu'sses, the 'I'ni.stL'c.', and IMicitor.s rfi|iu'stt'(l tlic I^ady l'iinL'i|)al to st'i'k otlu•^^< in Knghuid flora among trnined teacliers of ostalilislied ie]intation. 'I'liis ditlicult worii .\Iiss Marliin lias sii<:('i'ssful1y acc'onii)liai>i'(l, and lias lianpily securi-il ladies of liigli standing and t'.\|)L'ricn('L'. " The wcjrking [)rogress of the institution is es[)eciall)' shown by the following i)aragraph : — " There are at pieseat in ';he Cluircli School for (iirl.s several Junior and Senior Candidates |)i'ej)aiiiig for tlie University exaiiiiuation a])))ointeiI for candidates tor tiie title of "AssoriAii; in Airrs," in connection nith King's College, and aNn ))n|)ils pic]iaiiiig for Mat licidation in ditlcii'iit I'liiversities. "" The "Sam Slick" House. Anyone who visits Windsor for the |)urpose of seeing the town and its many attractions, woukl certainly consider their visit incomplete if the "Sam Slii-k" house were not among the places seen hy them. It is a beautiful walk up ("lifton Avenue on a summer's day imder the shade of the huge elm trees which line either side and meet in arches. A few steps l)e)onrl the stone archway connecting the two <|uarries brings us to the gates of the old Haliburton residence, just inside of which, and to the left, stands the pretty cottage formerly occupied by the gate-keeper of the Judge. There now 20 POINTS OF INTEREST. stretches away before us a long, broad pathway and carriage drive leading up to the house, over which the tall trees that guard it throw their cooling shades. A little further up we come in view of the house, which is an old-fashioned one, with large windows and a cupola. It was built in 1S3- by the late Thomas Chandler Haliburton, Colonial judge, author and politician, who was born at Windsor in 1796, and educated at King's College. It was here that Haliburton wrote his most popular work, " Sam Slick, the Clockniaker," and various other productions. In front of the residence, and l:)ordered by many varieties of trees, is a large lawn, from which may be seen the greater portion of the town, with the old fort standing out to the northward. A glimpse may also be had of the bridges and the river which they span, with the wooden bridge crossing the railway cutting in the foreground. There are many pretty spots in the grove on either side of the gravelled walk, and winding paths and quiet retreats abound, where those tired of the daily strife of mortals may wra[) themselves in the seclusion they afford, and peruse their favorite books unseen and unmolested. The Tides. In describing the tides of the Bay of Fundy and the Avon river, one cannot do better than insert the following from Dawson's Acadian Geology, explaining as it does the geological value of the sedimentary deposits found along the borders of numerous small creeks and estuaries communicating with the bay. A marsh lying about half a mile above the Avon bridges, on the Windsor side, offers an excellent illustration of the facts explained in this inter- esting article : — " The tide-wave that sweeps to the north-east, along the Atlantic coast of the United States, entering the funnel-like mouth of the I>ay of Fundy, becomes compressed and elevated as the sides of the bay gradually approach each other. In the narrower parts, the water luns at the rate of six or seven miles an hour, and the vertical rise of the tide amounts to sixty feet or more ! At some points these tides, to an unaccustomed spectator, have I *«»««»«*« -tWWMllljWtMU. *..*--> PO/XTS OF INTEREST. 21 rather the aspect of some rare convulsion of nature than of an ordinary daily occurrence. " At low tide, wide Hats of brown nnid are seen to extend for miles, as if the sea had altoLtether retired from its bed ; and tlie distant channel appears as a mere strip of muddy water. At the commencement of flood, a slight ri|)plo is seen to break over the edire of the flats. It rushes swiftly forward, and, covering the lower flats almost instantaneously, gains rapidly on the liigher swells of mud, which appear as if they were being dissolved in the turbid waters. "At the same time the torreiit of red water enters all the channels, creeks and estuaries ; surging, whirling and foaming, and often having in its front a white, breaking wave, or 'bore,' which runs steadily forward, meeting and swallowing up the remains of the ebb still trickling down the channels. The mud flats are soon covered ; and then, as the stranger sees the water gaining with noiseless and steady rapidity on the steep sides of banks and cliffs, a sense of insecurity creeps over him, as if no limit could be set to the advancing deluge. In a little time, however, he sees that th.e fiat, "Hitherto shalt thou come, but no fin-ther," has been issued to the great bay tide ; its retreat conmiences, and the waters rush back as rapidly as they entered. ' Much interest attaches to the marine sediment of the Hay of Fundy, from the great bnadth of it laid bare at low tide, and the facilities which it in conseipience affords for the study of sun- cracks, impressions of rain-drojjs, foot|)rints of animals, and other appearances which we find imitated on man\- ancient rocks. The genuini'ness of these ancient traces, as well as their mode of pre- servation, can be illustrated and proved only by the study of modern deposits. AVe c[uote a summar)' of facts of this kind from a paper on Rain-prints by Sir Charles I. yell, who was the fust to direct attention to these phenomena as exhibited in the Wa) of I'undy : " 'The sediment with which the waters are charged is ex- tremely fine, being derived from the destruction of cliffs of red sandstone and shale, belonging chiefly to the coal measurers. On 22 POINTS OF INTEREST. the borders of even ihc smallest estuaries communicating with a hay in which the tides rise sixty feet and upwards, large areas are laid dry for nearly a fortnight, between the spring and the neap tides ; and the mud is then baked in summer by a hot sun, so that it becomes solidified and traversed by cracks, J'ortions of the hardened mud may then be taken up and removed without injury. " 'On examining the edges of each slab, we observe numerous layers, formed by successive tides, usually very thin — sometimes only one-tenth of an inch thick ; of uneciual thickness, however, because, according to Dr. ^Vebster, the night tides rising a foot higher than the day tides, throws down more sediment. "'When a shower of rain falls, the highest portion of the mud-covered flat is usually too hard to receive any impressions ; while that recently uncovered by the tide near the water's edge is too soft. iJetween these areas a space occurs almost as smooth and even as a looking-glass, on which every drop forms a cavity of circular or oval form. If the shower be transient these pits retain their shape permanently, being dried by the sun, and being then t(,.j firm to be effaced by the action of the succeeding tide, which de[)osits upon them a new layer of mud. Hence we find on splitting open a slab an inch or more thick, on tlie upper surface of wliich the marks of recent rains occur, that an inferior layer, deposited, perhaps, ten or fourteen tides previously, exhibits on its under surface perfect casts of rain-prints which stand out in relief, the moulds of the same being seen in the layer below.' " After mentioning that a continuous shower of rain obliterates the more regular impressions, and [)roduces merely a blistered sur- face. Sir Charles adds : " 'On some of the specimens there are seen the winding tubular tracks of worms, which have been bred just beneath the surface. Sonvjtimes the worms have dived, and then re-appeared. Occassionally the same mud is traversed by the footprints of birds and of muskrats, minks, dogs, sheep and cats. 'I'he leaves, also, of elm, ma[)le and oak trees have been scattered by tiie winds over the soft mud, and, having been buried under the deposits of suc- ceeding tides, are found on dividing the layers. When the leaves ■JM*vJtiiV'«--*>«t*U«»»(l»*TMw,.-^i-...---- ..;.... POINTS OF JXTEREST. themselves are removed, very faithful impressions, not only of their outline, but of their minutest veins, are left imprinted on the clay.' "We have here a perfect instaiice, in a modern deposit, of ap[)earanres which we notice in some of the most ancient rocks ; antl it is only by such minute studies of existing nature that we can hope to interpret those older appearances. In some very ancient rocks we have impressions of rain-marks ([uite similar to those which occur in the alluvial mud (jf the Bay of l''undy. In those old rocks, also, and cs|)ccially in the coal formation, we find siu"- faces netted with sun-cracks precisely like those on the.' dried surfaces (jf the modern mud flats, and fiiithful casts of these taken by the beds next deposited. '' A striking geologicnl fact connected with the marshes, is the presence beneath them of stumps of trees still rooted in the soil, and other indications which prove that much, if not the whole of this marine de[)Osit, rests on what once was upland soil supporting forest trees ; and that, by some change of level, these ancient for- ests had Ijoen submerged and buried under the tidal deposits." The Bridges and Ferry Hill. In summer a truly beautiful view of the surrounding country may be had from Ferry Hill. Here the (jbserver ol)tains an excel- lent view of the liridges spanning tlie Avon. Looking wi/sterly, one sees the (juiet, peaceful scene on the op])Osite sicli- of the river— a charming [lastoral landscape, indeed, with its farm houses nestled in among the orchards and green iields. If we turn our gaz(5 northerly from this point, a large portion of the town is in \!ew, with old historic l'"ort lulward in the background. In this direction are also A\-ondale anil the St. (,'roix river, with the l!ur- lington shore stretching lar away in the distance. 'I'lie range of vision includes the wharves, and whatever slii[)ping is hing there may be seen from this point with perfect distinctness. I )irectly below the observer rolls the e\er-changing tide of the .Anoii, with its many interesting i)ecu!iarities. While the tide is at its highest numerous small (raft may be seen moving across its nuirky bnsom, mmmmmm^ m^^,m^X- POINTS OF INTEREST. niul (jccasionally a ship or large schooner engaged in tlie gypsum trade ])resents itself to view. Hut this picture is not destined to last forever, as a fL'v hours later will prove. The tide, which but a siiort time before called forth an exclamation of delight from the bthokUr, has now entirely disa[)i)eared, leaving a small thread-like stream at the bed of the river, the whole presenting a really sad spectacle, which is only relieved by the kindly return of the tide. Looking south-westerly, one can follow the course of the river for miles, winding its crooked way through large areas of marsh lands and fertile countr) in the region of the Forks and Up[)er Falmouth. 'i"lu' es|)lanade, which forms an approach to the bridge from the Windsor side, is now completed, and is a great credit to the gentlemen composing the Council. The carriage road leading to the bridge has also undergone extensive repairs, large quantities of the earth composing I'erry Hill bank having been taken away, ill Older to widen the roadway and im{)rove the api)earance of tlie hill-side. The Lakes. \\ ilhin easy reach of Windsor are the Ponhook Lakes. These lakes are about fourteen miles long, and are interesting to anglers and sjjortsmen generally, owing to the trout which they contain,^ the variety of game in their vicinity, and the beauty of their scenery. Almost every conceivable form of scene may be wit- nessed here, from the high and rugged mountain side to the low, reedy marshes and brooks ; from the calm, placid river to the rushing torrent : from the glassy surface of some secjuestercd cove to the thuntler and mist of the cataract ; a resort calculated to satisfy the longings for rest and recreation of the man wear) of business strife and earthly cares. Many of our Windsor merchants and citi/ens have enjoyed a week at I'onhook, and have returned refreshed and vigorous to resume their various callings. Camped 1)\ the side of some cjuiet, peaceful cove, watching the stars as one after another peeps out and is mirrored in the lake, and then to see the large hill moon slowly lift herself bodily from behind the hill wliich slo[)es into the lake and glide obliquely upward, and w .^.. -iVIof hca nigl wor hi in Stan won vcir as t an : ite indi to 1 wor lyin troll vari Pari ]iler ma) V i POINTS OF fXTEREST. 25 hciir tlie last sobbing sound of day die away l)efore the pall of night, is siirticii-nt to drive away the anxieties of the business world and fill the mind with new and noble thoughts, and enable him to a[)|)reciate those musical lines of Spenser's famous slumber stanza : — "And iiioic, to lullf liiiu in lii.s .shinilier soft, A trifkling streaine from liigli I'oi'k tuiiihling dowuc, Ami (;vci-(liizling niiiic upon the loft, Mixl with a niminuriiig wiiido, much liko tiit' sowne, Of swai'niiiig l>ces, diil cast liim in a hwow nc : No other noy.si', nor jieoplo's tronlilous eryes, As still aie \M)nt I'anno}' the walled towne, Might there be heard : but careless Quiet lyes, Wiapt in otcrnall silence, farre from eneniyes." lUii, to enlarge upon the many beautiful spots in these lakes would consume more space than is here availal)le. Nor shall we venture to give our humble o])inion as to the best place for fish, as that would surely call down upon our head all the violence of an angler's wrath, if we chanced to omit the mention of his favor- ite resort, for there is nothing that will cause the hot blood of indignation to mount the temples of local sportsmen more than to have their jjet coves and hunting grounds passed over as un- worthy of three-colunui articles. The hunting and fishing grounds lying in the vicinity are very numerous, and excellent catches of trout have been maile at Stillwater, the Armstrong Lakes, and various other lakes and streams within eas)- reach of the town. Partridges, ducks, geese, woodcock, plover, peep, etc., are all plentiful in their season, and foxes, rabbits, muskrals, minx, etc., may be shot within a few miles of the town. Mls^*^i^' 26 REPRESENTATIVE BUS/XESS MEN. REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS HOUSES, MANUFACTORIES, ETC. WILCOX BROTHERS, Hardware Merchants, etc., oc- cupy tile three story l)uilding. No. 83 Water Street, carrsiny a very varied and complete slock (jf lUiilding Hardware, lilaek- sinitlis' and (.'arriage Huilders' materials. Mill, Mining and Paint- ers' supplii:s, Mi'chanics' and Farming TcjoIs, etc. To enumerate the articles contained in a store of this kind, would, of c(nirse, exhaust our available space many times over. We j)roi)ose, how- ever, 10 mention some of the mop' important, suggested to us in l)assing through the premises. ICntering the front store, we notice I he large wall case of Cutlery and Plated Ware, which, together with a large counter show case, contains every description of Razors, Knives, Scissors, etc. Next we ol)serve a great variety of S(-ales, Axes of all sizes and shapes. Saddlery Hardware, Whips, Ready Mixed I^iints, Brushes of all sorts. Artists' Materials, Car- penters', Masons' and Machinists' Tools, and all those innumer- able articles included in the term "Shelf Hardware." )\"e also notice a display of s|)ecial interest to sportsmen, including a very choice lot of duns and Rifles, etc. Passing to the back store, we find Paints, \'arnishes, Oil, etc., and in. the basement (Uass, Paints, I'utty, Linseed and I-ubricating Oils, etc. On the second floor. Farming Tools, and a very large assortment of extra parts for rejiairing Mowing Machines, Plows, etc., (probably the largest, certainly one of the most varied collections of this kind of stock in the Province); Shovels, S[)ades, Mill and Cross-cut Saws, Belt- ing. Hose, Cordage, Oil (Clothing, Animal Tra|)s of every size. Wire Coods, Hollow-ware, Wringers, Washing Machines, Churns, etc. (^n the third floor is contained Carriage Stock, including Bent Rims, Hubs, Spokes, Shafts, Seats, Springs, Axles, Fenders, l.am[)s. Carriage Bolts, Trimming Feather, Fjiamel and Rubber Cloth, Horse ("overs, Halters, etc. In addition to the floor space tlescribed, the firm ()ccu|)y a large and convenient Warehouse on the wharf op|)osite, for the storage of heavy stock, such as Iron, Steel. Sheet Fead, Zinc, Pipe, Nails, Spikes, Horse Shoes, Ik'llows, .Anvils and \'ises, Portable Forges, I'encing Wire, FFay Press Wire, Mowing >Fichines, Horse Kakes, Plows, ('ultivators, Sheathing W'- "ft'f*.. - ' ■i)-y*!^}^^'^n ■K Rr./'RRSF.STA 77 1 E /> L 'SIX ESS MEX. Ft-hs, Roofing I'clts and IJiiuid, Ctxlar ShingK's, together wiili l.iiDe. Plaster, Ceineiu, I'rick, Sewrr I'ipe, \'\w ISrick, I'ircClas, L't(\ 'I'hi- (-lowest atttiilion is given to the selection of goods, with a view to se<-iiring tlie highest standard ol' (|iiality, and oiitaining practieally all their goods from first hands. Mt^ssrs. Wilcox iSros. are enaMed to su|)i)ly their customers with the most reli.ilde arti- cles in the market, and at the most advantageous prices. 'I'he two rneinhers ol" the tirm (K'vole their whole time to their busi- ness, giving their personal oversight in the careful discharge of every detail, so that orders entrusted to Mc'ssrs. \\ ilcox l5ros. are sure <.f receiving [jromjit and careful attention. WINDSOR FURNITURE COMPANY, ( ICstahlished in 1S71). Manufacturers and Wholesale Dealers in l-'urniture, etc. '^hi^ is one tjf the first manufacturing concerns in ^^'indsor. The Company utilize extensive- premises on Albert and Cedar Streets, embracing a large factory, with several other buil lings (jn the groimds, in which are carried on some of the various processes of the manufacture of furniture. A large c()r[)s of men are em- jiloyed here constantly. In tact, a business which has been established twenty-two years, and is to-day more prosperous and Nourishing than ever before, is by no means to be [lassed over without special meiiticjii ; and, as this is the case with the furni- ture intlusiry here, it is worthy (jf nuu^h more extended notice tlian thy limitations of s|)ace enable us to give it. lint we regret this the less from the fact that evt-r_\one in Windsor and vicinity knows of tlie undertaking, and a large proi)onion of the residents of this section have had personal dealings with the concern, and know that the C"oni])any fullv maintain the enviable rejiutation of tile house for enterprise and lioiKjrable dealing. The goods manu- factured includes the very latest designs in Furniture and Rattan \\'')rk, and local purchasers find thie stock on hand complete in all respects, and prices as low as possible with the excellent class of furniture manufadured. The Company have a d)tiamo in the factory and generate their own current R)r lighting purj)oses, being the only Company in town doing this. All departments of the large business are under the most intelligent management, and goods are shi[)ped and orders atieiided to as promptly as the best methods will allow. The business is managed by Mr. A. V. Shand, who has recently been Mayor of ^\'indsor, and who is one of our most prominent l)usiness men to-day. The articles manu- factured embrace ("hairs, 'I'ables, P.edsteads, Cribs, Rattan and Kcixl 1 urniiure, (,'hildren's (Jarri;iges, etc., the Rattan and Child- ren's ( "arri;)ge i)e[)artment being the ow\\' industry of its kind in 38 REPRESENTATI\E IWSLXESS AfE.V. the I'roviiicc. The f'om])any have just coinpkted the coiistiuc- tif)n of one of Andrews' Patent Dry Kihis, and now have it in operation. It gives perfect satisfaction in all res|tects. 'I'his ii the first Dry Kiln erected in the Maritime I'rovinces, under tin- |)atent of Mr. Anihews, W. H. CURRY fit Co., Iiiiporttrs and Dealers in Inirni- ture, (,'arpets and House i'lunishiuLis, oceu[)y extensive and well appointed prenii.ses on Water Street. Their wareroonis consist of a three story and basement huildinjj; 75x^51 feet, tojijether with two detached huildiiigs in rear for stora{j;e purposes, making, in all. one of the most complete eslahlishments of the kind in the Maritime I'rovinces. A visit \o their show rooms is a revelation to the un initiated in the house furnishing art. On the first floor are shown liedroom. Dining-room and Hall l*'urniture. Secretaries, IJook Cases, C^abinets, Rattan (Chairs and ("hildren's Carriages, Uamboo (loods, etc. A beautiful display of Framed Pictures adorn the walls; also a select line of pictures in the sheet always kept in .stock, which can be framed to order from the large range of mouldings guaranteed to please the most fastidious. Many other things of interest to the housekeeper will be found on this floor, which space will not permit us to mention. Ascending to the second floor, you are attracted by the novel effects in upholstering and rich coloring of Parlor Furniture, Lounges, Fasy (Chairs and Fancy Rockers here displayed. This house make a s])eoialty of upholstering Parlor Suites and odd pieces to order. 'I'he Car|)et Department is the latest acciuisition of this enterprising Arm. i)etermined to keep ahead of the times, this department was opened two years ago, thus making them complete house furnish- ers. Importing these goods direct from the leading English, Scotch and ("anatlian manufacturers, they secure for their cus- tomers the advantages of exclusive designs at lowest ]K)ssil)le prices. A look through their stock reveals a wide range of Jutes, Unions, Wools, Tapestry, Prussels and \'elvet Carpets, Rugs, Mats, Scjuares, Linoleums and Oil Cloths. This department also includes Curtains, Window Shades, Curtain Poles, etc. The third floor is used as an upholstering room and for storage. The mem- l)ership of this firm is such that one may recommend the most critical person to place their orders with them in full assurance that the results will be entirely satisfactory. The manager, Mr. ^V. H. Curry, having grown uj) in this business, is well posted in matters ])ertaining to house furnishing. He is a native of Wind- sor, and has a large circle of friends in town and vicinity. The other members of the firm, Mr. A. P. Shand and Mr. F. A. Shand, t a \ \\ II III 'J 1; t;j a| w^ mm RF.PKESEXTA Til 'E /! I 'SJXESS MEN. 2^f nri' alr'.'ady so ucll known to llic husiiu'ss coiiinuinity of this \iin'i-, ihiU any turtlK-r mcniion here would \>c supiTfluoiis. ■|()- THE PIDGEON FERTILIZER COMPANY. IVcsiiknt, Mr. Alkn llalcy; Secretary -'I'rcasurir, Mr. J. A. Russell; IUisinesr> Mana},'er, Mr. Roht. I'idgeon. Anicju^ our many manufacturing industries, the I'idgeon Fertilizer (Company occuiiies a very pro- minent positicjn. Suue eomniencinf^ tlic manufactme of tliis f-rtili/or, it has become a great favorite among our farmers, and is used almost exclusisely. The fertilizer is manufactured on scieiv lific principles, and gives results second to none. Several large huildings are utilized in its inanufacture, antl are well furnished with all the modern machinery necessary in turning out the highest ijuality of slt)ck. In the beginning of the [)resent simimer the mills occupied in the manufactme of this fertilizer were totally destroyed by lire, Init the enterjirising ('ompany have now erected a number of large buildings on the sauK' site (I'oint Nesbit), which are even larger and beiu-r equijjped than the okl mills. Thi-y are prepared to turn out the largest orders at the shortest notice, and we are sine all doing business with lliis Company will bo .satisfied, both as regards (|ualit_\' and i)ri(X' ; and wholesale dealers and indi- \iduals dealing with this (.'ompany will not only be given entire satislaction, but they will, at the same time, be patronizing a home company and encouraging home manufacture, which is a great faclt)r in maintaining the welfare of our country. 'I'he gentlemen composing the ("ompany are as widely known as any citizens of the town, and merely to mention their names in this connection is sufficient to gain for the enter[)rise the confidence and respect of ail. I. FRED. CARVER.- Dealer in the best class of Dry Cioods, Ready-Made (Jlothing, (ientlemen's Furnishings, etc., etc., \o. 7S ^\■ater Street. Mr. C^arver occupies one of the handsomest stores in town, being fitted up with all the modern im[)rovements, and stocked with as iieavy and varied an a.s.sortment of the goods in his line as any store in town. He is the only merchant in Windsor who has introduced into his store the electric arc light, which is a decided success, and illuminates his premises so that the e.xcellent (juality of his goods may be seen almost as well by night as by day. Mr. Carver's stock of Ready-Made Clothing will not suffer by comparison with any in the Province, for it is very large, is complete in every departinent, and is «?q varied that all tastes and purses can be perfectly suited. 'I'he pui-)Uc are well aware of this fact ; and, as a consequence, this establishment does '*R»-#MM>iij*jrjM(i^->n^ fi <«j»j»ite**« fcpM* *iitwii*fla*c i cmiawf^W** W'-jMSit'***'' ¥ft>*ys.*:«v 30 REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN. a very extensive business, customers coming from all points in the vicinity of Windsor, and also from miles along the W . ^ A. Rail- way, which, coupled with the large patronage given him by our citizens, makes the store the popular one which it deserves to be. Clothing suited to dress, street or working-wear may be obtained here at the lowest rates, and the purchaser is assured that every article will prove just as represented in every respect. The large assortment of Dress Cioods shown by Mr. Carver cannot be sur- [)assed in |K)int of quality, beauty and price. (Customers like to deal at this establishment because of the superiority of the stock, containing, as it does, many novelties imported from the first houses in the country, not to si)eak of the courteous attention shown by the entire staff of assistants. Mr. C!arver has gone to great e\|)ense in fitting up his store with all the latest improve- ments. He is now putting in a cash register, which is admitted to be the best in the I'rovince, and his cash railv.iy system is a great convenience to his customers, as no time is lost in making change. He imports heavily from ICngland and Scotland, dealing with the first houses in London and Clasgow. C'hristie's Hats nre made a si)ecialty of, and persons cannot do better than to examine his stock, as they will certainly be suited, both in price and style. SHAND BROTHERS.- \Miolesale and Retail C.rocers, Lumber Dealers, lVC, Water Street, \\'indsor. Among the repre- sentative liusiness firms of Windsor, that of Shand Brothers holds a prominent position. Although the present firm has been in existence only a short time, yet both the gentlemen comprising it have had good business experience. The senior partner, Mr. E. D. Shand, was for many years — first as clerk and afterwards as a jiartner — connected with the old and well-known firm of Curry cV Shand, who, for some years, were the only (irocers in Windsor doing a jobbing business. Mr. E. C. Shand also had several years e.\[)erience in the (irocery and Lumber business before the l)resent partnership was formed. Something over a year ago they had their store remodelled and refitted throughout, and it may now be classed among the handsomest in town. Having also commodious warehouses in the rear, they have ample acconmio- dations for carrying on an extensive business. In addition to these, they own a Bonded Warehouse, and are thus prepared to supply some articles (Beef, Pork, and Kerosene Oil) in Bond. Although their business in the grocery line is princip'ally in Flour and Staples, (in which they do a Wholesale as well as a Retail trade), yet they do not neglect the Fancy (loods, and their store T K^TW**!'"- MM jl* I yiiJiJujlJ,. REPRESENTATIVE TV SI NESS MEN. the Kail- our Ix'. ined ;vcry will he found well stocked. Shaiid llrotheis have, within the past year, added a new hranch to their husiness- no less than tliat ot" a Door and Sash Factory. '!'he huikhngs erected on the adjoin inji wharf for this purftose, soon, however, proved inadequate, and they have just completed an addition. I'his, with increased power and more machinery, will douhle the (-apai ity of their I'actory, and enable them to fdl [promptly, and in a satisfactory manner, any orders entrusted to tliem. The past few jears have wrought a Ljreat chniitre in the style of finishing dwellinys, and to those who propose building, 1 would suggest that they pay a visit to this establishment and inspect their stfxk of Wood Mantels, Xewel Posts, Stair Rails and Balusters, Sheathing in Oak, W'hitewood, CMear Spn.'e, iNjc., as well as Mouldings and other House i''inis!-i. Their Lumber N'ard will also be fountl well stocked with liuilding Material of every de.icripticui. C. & G. WILSON & CO. -Dealers in Dry (loods, Millinery, C!lothing, Men's l-urnishings. etc., \os. 74 and 76 Water Street, t)p[)o.-ite Clerrish Street, Windsor, occup)' a tUnible store in the large brick building recentl)' erected, which is the largest and handsomest business block in the Tf)wn. Their store is large and air)', extending back ninety feet, giving them a floor area of 3,600 square feet, and is fitted up in modern style with C!ash (Carriers, etc. The firm is one of the oldest and most reliable in the Town, being established in 1867 by Messrs. (leorge and Clharle.s Wilson, the business now being carried on by Mr. \\'. H. Roach. 'I'he high St iding of their business is thoroughly well deserved, for certainly competition is keen enough in the Dry (loods and Clothing Trade to find out the true merits of a store devoted lo those lines. The large trade commanded by them shows what the public think of the inducements made; and it is a fact that these are unsurpassed in this vicinity, for the stock carried is large and varied, always comprising the latest fashionable novelties, and is made up cif goods which are guaranteed to prove as rejtresenti^d. Prices here are known to be uniformly low, and call"rs arc sure of receiving prompt and polite attention, 'i'he Millinery department of this firm has become very wideU' known among the ladies of both Hants and Kings ("ounties. I'he very fine line of goods carried, the stock being always replete with the latest London and New \'ork Millinery novelties, together with the well-known ability and artistic taste of the head oi this department, commands the very best trade of the two f!ounties. Strangers should, by all means, take a look throuyh this establishment. .,^l/,^^^w^^«^.J^ftte^>^,.^na*";;^,t; . eCccrned, but it •^ve desjre tx, be s^^^ ^^^.^^^^ far as ^PP^^^^'^^^ "'i^o know just what we '^v'; ^'^>\"!'.ui„„ in this monev's worth, and to kno j purchase ^">^""^^ ' ,, .u;. well stocked ^\>^ \^> *; - ^.^ ,,iu for a moment deny t c i ^^^^ .houMPd that a » f J,^'-;„,,,y suit the P"r'^ha.er and m ^^)^ he conceived or desired. ^■^'"'mMES FORSTER, Merchant Tano--^;J:,r«e'™. .,„„,i^ffist the *-« -;C*M tir^s in ';i-^>, -:, Uno«- thai he made >;"'^':- J^^'> „,) „ft ,.roc\anns "^^ " :^':„, spend a great deal of n>oncy Id Id ^PPPPfii ttmmUmmmmiitMmm 00 ■■i'i "g P niJV 'i f" ably, provided orders are placed in the ri^iit hands, and in thi^ connection it is right that we should call attention to the garments produced by Mr. Forsler, for he is not only cxjrrect in style, [lerfect in fit, durable in material and making, but also reasonable in price. The record made by Mr. j'orster during his residence in Windsor affords evidence of his ability, which is at once convincing and in- disputable. He is considered one of the first cutters in the Province, and garments made by him not only fit, but "hang"' well, look well and wear well, and considering these |)oints, it is no wonder that Mr. Forster caters to the first men of Windsor, and has built uj) for himself a trade large and extensive. 'I'here is an important feature in the manufacture of garments by Mr, I'orster. He u.ses no goods that he lannot hone>tlv warrant, and keeps in stock only the t)est line of English and Scotch materials, from which he makes up clothing and puts in the best of trimming and lining. All clothing made here is honestly made, and only those who have worn suits made by Mr. I'orster know the full com- fort of them, and once trading here, is (juite sufficient to guarantee a continuance of [)atronage. C. HENRY DllVIOCK. -boots and Shoes, Ladies and Oen- tlcniens' fine Foot-wear. Mr. Himock has for years been an active and successful shoe merchant in Windsor. He carries a large and well-selected stock of all goods in his line, and is prepared to ofler the same at the lowest prices possible with the quality of his stock. Mr. Dimock is a native of Windsor, and is well known in the town and vicinity as an honorable business man. \\'hen buy- ing a pair of boots an important point is to get a [)air that will lit you, and it is certainly worth the trouble to do this, for well-fitting shoes not only last longer, but the comfort derived from a well-fit- ting shoe more than repays us the time and trouble expended in securing them. The variation of the human foot is so great that practically the only way to get a perfect fit is to sele(~t from a stock which comprehends all sizes and widths, and if you make your own selection from the stock at the establishment of Mr. ('. Henry Dimock, we feel sure that you will obtain entire satisfaction both as regards fit and ([uality, to say nothing about durability and low price. Mr. Dimock makes it a point to keep his stock of Boots, Shoes and Rubbers complete in all respects, and it would be hard to mention anything in his line which he is not prepared to show in all its different sizes, widths and i)rices. His prices are as low as the lowest, and his goods are in every instance guaran- teed to prove as represented. 34 REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN. THE DUFFERIN HOTEL. - This is the largest l.uilding in ^\'illdsor, outside of tiie Collci^e l)uildings, and is under the ef'ti- fient nianaLrenient of Messrs. Schult/ c\: Jordan. 'I'lie aceommo- dation here is not merely good it is excellent, and all that couhi be desired. How many tourists have called to mind the famous line, "where every prospect pleases and only man is vile." when they turned from a beautiful view to partake of a sole leather beef- steak or lie down in a bed that might have been useful during the .S])anish incpiisition.but de- serves no place outside nf a torture chamber, 'i'he excellence of accommoda- tion extends throughout the service, the sleejiing apartments, the cuisine, and the attendance being all that could reasonably be tlesired. As regards ca[)acit\, this hotel rank^ fust among those of \\ ind- sor, and its cleanliness, goi)d management and jier- feet Older are becoming more and more apparent under the able control of the gentlemen at its head. Messrs. Schult/ iV |ordan have been, and are. doing their utmost to add to the comfort of their patrons, and their efforts have not been in \aiii, if the opinion^, of thosi- who have resided in the hotel count for aught. All who have ever put up at this establishment since the affairs have beet' under the new management, speak of the general tone of things ii; the highest terms, 'i'he building contains loo rooms, and has a frontage of i(So feet. GEO. D. GELDERT & CO. Dealers in Dry Cood.s, r.enlle men's I'urnishings, latest novelties in Dress Cloods, etc. Messrs. Cicldert i!v; Co. occupy the largest store in the town of \\'indsor, and have it furnished with all the latest of modern improvements, in- cluding cash railway and register, electric light, large plate-glass windows, and the establishment is fitted u]) ecjual to the best stores in Halifax and other cities. The firm occupy the whole of the large buildii.g, from cellar to garret, and show one of the largest stocks of all the gfiods in their line in the town. 'I'heir stock of carpet.s, linoleum, stair linen, etc., cannot be surpassed in Windsor, ancl is at once extensive in variety and excellent in (juality, which, coupled widi the lowness of the i)rices, make this store the head REPRESENTATIIE /nS/XESS MEN. ,35 (luarters for this line of i^oods. Mr. (leldcrl has spared no pains and expense in fittiiiii up his premises, and has made them all that his large trade demands, giving ease and comfort to his customers in the selection of their goods, while the attendance is i)rompt, pleasing and polite, ami no one can fuid fault with anything con- nected with the I'uni. The store is centrally situated, and occupies an area of about 2,500 square feet, to say nothing of the deiiart- ments upstairs, whicli, if taken into consideration, would run these figures up to ahout three times their magnitude. Jk'ing only a few steps from the boats from down river, this establishment offers excellent facilities from that standpoint, and is generously jjatron- i/.ed by that class of trade. This store is alread)' high in the estimation of the people of Windsor and vicinity, as is shown by the large patronage which is accorded it, and all who visit the establishment are certain of receiving the most courteous attention, as Mr. (ieldert has an ample and able staff of assistants who are thoroughly conversant with every branch of the business. .V prominent feature of the store is the divided departments, each line of gootls being kept in its respective department. This house shows a truly excellent and complete stock of gentlemen's iurnish- ing goods. 'I'heir stock of house furnishing goods, iivluding carpets, etc., is the largest in the town, and no |)ains are spared to suit every customer in this line as in all others, 'i'he firm of Cico. I). (ieUlert iV Co. art successors to the well-known lirm (jf W. K. M( Heffey \: Co. 1. S. JOHNSON.- -Dealer in Dry and Fancy Coods. C.eii- tlemens" l'"urnishings, lati'St Nowltii's, etc. The firm of I. S. Johnst)n i\: Co., is one of the most recent additions t(j the rep- resentative business houses of Windsor, but, alttiough not having been long in business here, he evidently has discovered the secret of the needs of the public in town and vicinit), for he is showing a well-selected stock of all the goods carried, 'lo say that the store is becoming more ])opular, and more and more pat- ronized as the days roll by, would onl)- be ex[)ressing a thought that has been long ago verified in the minds of the peoi)le of Windsor. Mr. Johnson has such an accurate idea of what the public want, and has shown such an enterprise in catering to all classes of patrons, that the establishment is becoming a favourite resort of those seeking the latest novelties in Dry and I'ancy (loods. 'i'he stock on hand comprises a t^ill line of Dry and Fancy Coods, which are offered at a ver\- iiioderate price, as Mr. Johnson is a careful buyer, and believes in >haring the advantages .so gained with his customer^. iOmi^lo) nient is given to an in'.el- 3^' REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN. ligcnt staff of assistants, and as tlie firm is tlioroughly familiar with every l)ranch and detail of the business, it is well inform- ed as to the latest novelties in the great markets of the world to-day, and spares no i^iiiis in keeping the stoek fully "up to the times." Besides earrying a full line of Dry and Fancy Cioods, Mr. Johnson carries on an extensive Millinery trade, and keeps a stock of Hats, Bonnets, etc., from which selections may be made^ to the satisfaction of all tastes and purses. The millinery work ot* this establishment is all that can be desired in point of style, work and price. THE KANDY KITCHEN, 41 Water Street— Ihe prem- ises o|Kned last February by Messrs. .Major \: Colwell, and which have since become so j)opular among those of our citizens wlio appreciate good confectionery, are now under the control of Mr. lohn Findsay, who has benight out the business, and has succeeded in obtaining the services of a skillful confectioner in the person of .Mr. A. S. INLicKav. a gentleman who has for nineteen years been connected with Messrs. James MacClregor tV Sons, Dumfries, Scotland, confectioners to Her Majesty (^)ueen Mctoria ; also with Robertson Bros., Toronto, and Moir, Son >S: Co., Halifax. Mr. Findsay solicits the i)atronage of the [)eople, and we can assure those who deal here that they will find everything to their satis- faction, both in the (piality of confectionery and prices. F)esides the large variety of candies carried, the firm deal in and manufac- ture all kinds of syrui)s, whi(-li will be found pure and free from adulteration. Discounts will be made on all purchases for tea- meetings, pic-nics, etc. We understand Mr. Findsay is completing .u-rangements for opening a Kaiidy Kitchen in Annapolis, which will be supplied with all kinds of confectionery from the head- ijuarters at Windsor. A. J. LAWRENCE.— (Groceries and Provisions. We are, all of us, more or less interested in the subject, for we are also more or less inclined to be particular about what we eat, and (juite right it is to entertain certain scruples in this direction, for there are tliose in the (Irocery and Provision business, who furnish the public with these articles of diet, who are not as scrupulous in what they sell as they might be. We mean to convey the impres- sion that many men, who are engaged in this line of business frecpaently take advantage of the unsu.specting public, and deal out to it inferior goods at high prices, 'inhere is one, and only one way to avoid being taken in, in this respect, and that is by pur- chasing your goods at a store known to do business in an upright, MF.r/^ESEXTA TI I E /.' I 'SIX ESS MEN. M Straightforward manner, wIkmv cleanliness, civility, value and attention are offered : a house which, seeing tliat a certain line of goods is not as it should be, will not palm it otf on its cust(;nierr,. In other words ])atroni/e a store where none hut strictly honorable business methods are eni|)loyed. .Such a house you will find in that of Mr. A. J. Lawrence, deali-r in droceries, etc. Mr. Law- rence belongs to our younger class of grocers, l)ut he is by no means young in business al)ility. The first thing notici'd in en- tering his store is the perfect order and cleanliness of his estal)- lishment. Everything runs like clock-work. Customers are tre^ited courteously, and get excellent value for their money. All this has been the means of building u[) the large business which the house now enjoys. He has a very cool and spacious store, and everything seems to be in its pro])er j)lace. (loods are de- livered to all ])arts free of charge, and Mr. Lawrence takes pains to see that swiftness and accur.icy are among the ciualilies of the delivery, for in many cases the goods arrive at their destination be- fore the purchaser. The delivery team is the finest in the Province. Mr. Lawrence is a native of the town, and has always i)een known for his integrity in business. He has had extensive experience in the grocery line, and i?i well able to control the demands of hii ever increasing trade. G. A. HARVIE, Carver and Gilder, etc. -Mr. Harvie has been doing business in W'indsDi lor a period of twelve years, and during that time has made for himself, owing to the first-class quality of his work and honorable business methods, an enviable reputation. A large stock \)'i picture mouldings is kept, from which selections can be made. Mr. Harvie has all the latest and most improved machinerv for framing pictures, wliich he does in a thoroughly artistic manner, antl at the lowest and most reasonable rates. Mr. Harvie gives |)crsonal attention to all kinds of ships' work, and his workmrinshi[) in this line cannot be surijassed in this or any other country. Signs of every descrii)tion are made here, from a simple shingle up to the most elaborate and strikingly effective board. Harvie's ])atent newspaper files are kept in stock, which are a very convenient article for all who like order in the storing of periodicals. They sell at a very low figure. A. P. JONES. — Sailmaking of every description, fiags, tents, awnings, covers of all kinds, hammocks, etc., Keith's U'harf, Water Street. I'here is as much difference in sailmakers as there is in milliners, and, indeed, sailmakers have been called "shijis' jiiilliners," and not without reason, for the appearance of a vessel 38 REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN. (kjiLiuls grc.uly upon the fit and cut of Ikt sails, and to the .lautical i.'vc it looks as bad to sco the effect of a well-modelled hull and shapely spars spoiled by baggy or otherwise ill-fittiug sails, as it does to see a well-formed lady made to locjk like a scarecrow !)y an ill-made and badly trimmed hat or bonnet. And not only tlie api)earance, but the sailing (jualities of a vessel are influenced greatly by the set of the sails, and as "time is money," in shipping e.>pecially, it pays to have sails made by thoroughly competent jtersons. Mr. X. V. Jones has a well-earned reputation for his skill in sailmaking, and for filling orders promptly at the time pn:)inised. The rec(jmmendations possessed by him over the sig- natures (jf prominent business men, well known for their judgment 'n such matters, will at once satisfy his friends and silence his enemies. 'I'he luuuber of hands employed by Mr. Jones varies greatly in accordance with the amount of work to be done, and when contracts come in steadily at short intervals as they have done in recent years, the number of men has been fre(|uently raised to twelve or mcjre. I'Aen this number is increased tvhen it becomes necessary to '"rush orders through.'' Parties having old sails to dispose of, will find a ready market at this estaijlishment, and highest prices will be given for same. KENT'S BAKERY.- South-end of DulTerin Hold. If it ])e true that " bread is the staff of life,'' then some people have vcr)- unsatisfactory staffs to support them during their Journey through the wc^rld, for the bread made by not a few kousekeepers is, to say tiie least, not at all temiuing. lUit there is no need of eating poor bread as long as Kent's bakery is in existence, or, at least, as long as it is under the present management, at all events, for one ma)" get the very best of bread — light, nutritious and wholesome -here, and the |)rice is so low that all can afford to buy. And bread is one of the many first-class articles produced here, the others being cakes of all kinds and pastry of every description, (lood i)astry is even harder to make than good bread, Init Mr. Kent evidently "kn(3ws the combination," for the pies here produced are simply delicious. JESSE P. SMITH. Dealer in Groceries, No. 4 C.errish Street. It is said that every man who has never tried any of them, is confident that he can do three things drive a horse, run a hotel and edit a newspa])er ; and it is probable that every man who has never "!)een there," thinks that he could manage a grocery store and undoubtedly he could, after a fashion, but the chances are that that fashion would not be ac( eptabie to the public ri:j'kesk.\t. ijji i: n i \sjm:ss j/a.v. 3y or protilaldc to liimsclf, (or tliriL' is an iinnicnsi- amount of detail in the ^rocL-ry husiiicss, and il is no lmsv task to look at'trr it as it sliould Ik,' looked allir. I'or this reason n-allv rust i|a>s ^Toccry and provision stores are rather scarce anirlfs ; hut Mr. ji'sse P. Smith is jjroprietor of a Ljrocery estahlishment which has a high jjosition anionic the ;,M-ocirs of Uindsor. and is patroni/ed liv a lart,'e niiniher of our most piomincnl citi/i-ns. Ih has, owini; to his untiriniH eneri^y and /eal in catering lo the tastes of his many customers, built up a iratU- second to none in the town in his t.s|)ecial line. Mr. Smith occupies a large store in one of the handsomest brick buiklings (jf the town, which is so centrally situated as to be within a few minutes' walk of all parts of the town. The goods ki |)t in stock bv .Mr. Smith have been cari'fully chosen and obtained from the very bi-st sources, and are guaran- teed to suit the most fastidious. He offers goods at prices which will defy competition, being the \er\' lowest possible with hi^ line line of gocxls. J. E. LAYTON, Musician. Instruction given in ln^tru- mental Music, including I'iano, i'ij)e and Reed Organ. Ha\ing taken the full cour>.e and graduated at tlu' Mount Allison Con- servatory of Music, Mr. I.ayton is prepared to make a s|)e( iaity (jf teaching. He is very painstakmg and thorough, and takes a per- sonal interest in each pii|)il, the result being that rapid progress is made. .Spi'cial attention is given to a correct ie( hnical develop- ment, which is >o neiessary in order to elicit a musical tone from the piano. The )»rogri'ss of .Mr. i.ayton"s juipils is very marked from the beginning, as his method of teaching is modern, being based largeK on the (lerman system. The student is taught to think for himself, which is the true vm\ of all education musical (^r otherwise. ()ccu[)ying rooms which are conveniently situated in a central part of the town, he is i)repari'd to receive all who may honor him with a call. Parties in other centres than Windsor may secure the advantages ofTered by him by forming classes in their town, and making arrangements with him to visit them at stated times. Parents or guardians wishing to give their children a thorough musical education, should call and consult, or corres- [)ond, with J. K. Layton, at No. 14 Cierrish Street. R. H. COALFLEET & Co.— Dealers in all kinds of Crocer- ies, Flour, Meals and i'eeds of all kinds, Toi)accos and Pijies; also one of the largest stocks of Cigars in town, comprising all the most popular brands. It is now nearly a year ago since Mr. Coalfleet bought out the business of Mv. IVed. R. Smith, and ■^iipiy^ 40 RErRESENTAriVE HUSIXESS MEN. up lo ilu' present tiiiK lias carried on tlic business alone. During this period he has been favored with the highest success, having had to build u|) the trade from a very low point, which he has succeeded in doing mainly on account of the true merits of the stock handled, and the methods employed by him in catering to the tastes and wants of the purchasing public. He has recently aihiiilled into jjartnership Mr. Charles l)avis, and the new funi, we understand, intend making a new departure in the near future, of which ilue notice will be given. They keep in stock a full line of 1 ruits in season, also vegetables, etc. I luring the summer this hou^edid an extensive trade in berries of all kinds, imported from the western part of the Province. Large (luantities of salmon were alscj sokl during the season. 'The assortment of smokers' reiiuisites is complete in its various branches, and Pipes of every conceivable shape and si/e will be found here represented, as well as 'i'obacco Touches, Holders, Cases, and a Choice line of Cigars, etc., are always kept in stock. The premises are at No. 37 (ler rish St.. and the store will be found s[)acious, neat, and everything well ordered. JOHN P. GRAHAM. — Wholesale and Retail dealer in ( 'iiocerirs, l'ro\isions, I'lour, Meal. Peed of all kinds. Ship .Stores, Seeds, etc., etc. Cioods delivered free of charge, 'lelephone connection. Corner Water and Stannus Streets, \\'indsor. If suddenly called ui)on to defme the word "groceries," almost a ly person would lu'sitate before answering, for such an enormous variety of goods is included in this general title, that it imisl seeiii as if anv short ilelinition would fail to i)roperl\' describe its mean- ing. A visit to a well stocked grocery store will serve to show bi'tter than can an_\' wortls the scope of the grocer's trade, and the inniK'n^e (|uantity of goods that it is necessary to carry in order to be cl.issed among the leading grocers of a town, and a fine sam])le of a lirst-class establishment of this kind is the store conducted by Mr. CiiMham. 'I'he jiremises utilized are well and favorabl) known in Windsor and \ icinity. Ever)- available inch of space is occu- pied by 'he large stock, for the firm believe in carrying a stock sufficieiulx large and sufticiently varied to permit of all tastes being suitetl and all orders filled without delay ; and, as the busi- ness is fxtiiisive, both as regards wholesale and retail trade, it is absolutely necessary to carry a heavy stock in order to carry this belief into practice, (iroceries of every descri])tion. Corn, Flour, Meal, Shi])s" Stores and I'eed of all kinds are represented in the stock. Mr. (Iraham also does a very large business in Seeds, of whit'h, in their sea-^on, he makes a s[)ecialt)-, and as he buys the t-v* ^i; CO CO .>^l»i^l^t^VM*Ji^;.' REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN. 41 best stock from first-class houses, he ahvays manages to give the utmost satisfaction. Purchasers will always find it to their ad- vantage to call and inspect his large and varied stock before l)urchasing elsewhere. The store has telephone connection, em- ployment is given to five as.'- .stants, and goods are delivered free, while prices are as low as the lowest. The store has been for many years conducted by Mr. Janv, E. (Iraham, who has been a ■Councillor and served ft\ilhfull)' in the town government. While under his control he built up a large wholesale and retail trade, which is the life of the establishment of the i)resent da)-. A. E. ROBINSON. — Millinery, Dry and Fancy (loods. There is no doubt that the majorit)' of our lady readers agree that it is as well to be "out of the world as out of the fashion,"' and those residing in Windsor or vicinity have reason to congratu- late themselves on the existence of the establishment carried on l)y Miss A. E. Robinson, for as long as this store continues under its present management, there is no excuse or reason for being "out of the fashion," so far as millinery is concerned, at least, and here may always be found an assortment comprising the latest .styles and novelties in Hat.s, Bonnets, and Millinery (ioods in general, together with a varied and carefully chosen stock of fancy goods. Miss A. E. Robinson is a native of Windsor, and has carried on her present establishment since 1875, and during that time hai>, built up a large and extensive trade in the Fancy (Ioods, Millinery and (General Dry (ioods line. The firm is at present offering great reductions in prices, as a great stock of goods has to be cleared away in order to make some im[)ortant changes in the business. The |ircmises utilized are large, and the stock is dis|)layed to excellent advantage, while very reasonable prices are quoted, and no pains are spared to fully satisfy every cuslomer. Numbers from 32 to 36 Water Street. R. B. DAKIN. — Dealer in Drugs, Medicines and ("hemicals. Fancy and Toilet Articles, .Sjjonges, brushes, rerfumery, etc. We are sure there are no residents of Windsor or vicinit) but who are acquainted with the enter|)rise conducted by Mr. R. 1^. Dakin, who is dealer in drugs, medicines and chemicals. 'I'here is no similar establishment in this vicinity that is more i)opular or more worthy of popularity. He has carried on this business for about ten years, and he has succeeded in winning the confidence of this community by keeping his assortment of goods so full and com- plete as to be able to meet all demands that may Ije made upon it. Visitors at this store are received with uniform courtesv. anti 42 KEPRESENrATJVE BUSINESS MEN. served with care and promptness. Only the purest ingredients are sold, and care is taken to give complete satisfaction to all. Mr. Dakin is a graduate of the New York ("ollege of Pharmac), where he passed with high honors. Prescriptions are comj)Ounded at this establishment with the utmost accuracy, for the laboratory is well supplied with all the most improved scientific instruments known to the trade, and the jiurest and freshest stock of everything in the line of drugs is kept constantly on hand. The store occu- pied by Mr. Dakin is one of the best stands in town, and is the largest and best etjuipped drug store in Windsor. A large soda fount is kept constantly busy during the hot summer months, and in winter the dispensing of hot drinks takes the place of the cold draughts of summer. The establishment is situated at the south corner of ( ierrish and Water .Streets. A. P. SHAND &. Co. — Ladies' and Gentlemen's Hne l'"oot-wear, Boots and Shoes, Rubber Boots, Rubbers, Slij)pers, Moccasins, Ciaiters, Overshoes, Dressing, etc. \Ve take great pleasure in calling the attention of our readers to the business carried on under the above name, :i-; they can show the largest stock of Boots and Shoes in the tOwn. All customers can be suited here, from those wishing the smallest and lightest wear to the heaviest lumbering and woodsman's boots, in which lines a great variety is shown at exceedingly low ])rices. The store is located at No. 50 ^^'ater Street, and is among the most hand- somely fitted up in town. The floor s[)ace of the main store is 1350 s([uare feet, and the large and s|)acious store affords every comfort t(J purchasers. Persons unacquainted with the town will readily recognize this establishment by the large golden slipper above the door. We cannot say too much in favor of this store, as all who havi; done business here know that everything is done for the convenience of t:ustomers. 'I'he junior member, Mr. C. J. Shand, is also agent for all kinds of bicycles, and during the past few years has sold a large number to our citizens and those in the immediate vicinity. Anyone desiring a wheel of any de- siription cannnt possibly do better than leave orders here, as they may be sure of securing the best the market produces at the lowest figure. The courteous attention given by the staff of salesmen is all that can be desired, and j)ersons once visiting thi- store are very favorably impressed. DODGE & BURNS. —Wholesale and Retail (Iroceries and Country Proiluce. Among our many enterprising estalilish- nKiits in Windsor, the firm of 1 )odge and IJurns stands out preemi- REPRESE.^TATIVE BUSINESS MEN. 43 neinly. Both the gentlemen conducting this l)usiness are well known among our citizens as energetic and jjushing l)usiness men. 'Ihey are (juick to cUscern the tastes and wants of their patrons, and have the ability to promptly and satisfactorily supi)ly them. 'Ihe premises o(X"upied are situated nearly opposite the Commer- cial Bank, No. — , Water Street. The store is conveniently fitted up, the stock being attractively displayed, and the establishment is thoroughly eciuijjped with every appliance tor the expeditious despatch of its large business. The firm carry a full and compre- hensive stock of Choice (Iroceries, Fresh Provisions, etc. Kvery attention is given to the minutest details of the business. Neat- ness, order and system are the leading features of this house, while courteous attention is accorded to every caller. Messrs. Dodge iV Burns have recently gone into the lumber business, and ha\e set up a mill on Point Nesbit, where they saw all kinds of lumber, etc., and the largest orders can be filled prom]Hly and satisfac- torily. A vessel is continually employed in carrying l*'lour from Boston to meet the demamls of the large traile of this house, and lumber is shipi)ed from here on her return trip. Besides the members of the firm, there arc three employees kept busy in aifending to the details of the business, thus ensuring accuracy, attention and expeditious uc.-i[)atch in all things connected with this department. FRED. F. MURPHY. Sanitary laigineering. Plumbing, Steam and Hot Water Heating .Vpparatus, I'urnaces, Radiators, Water Piping, Engineers' Su[)[)lies of every description. This is the only establishment in Windsor making a s[)ecialt\ of the arti- cles enumerated, and persons visiting the store will '(\\\(\ it complete with respect to everything in its line. Mr. Mur[)hy's ability is well known in Windsor and vicinity, having furnished the Church School for (iirls with all the modern improvements of his business, and anyone wisliing to see the excellence of his work need only look through the premises to ije at once convinced of his ability. All kinds of pluml)ing work is given jirompt attention, from the smallest repairing to the largest contracts, the service offered being thoroughly reliable in all particulars. 'I'he adjustment of Hot ^V'ater Heating Apparatus is a prominent feature of the business, and residences can be supplied with this convenient mode of heating at a very low figure, and the vast amount of fuel saved will more than doubly ])ay the cost of the appliances. Estimates will be cheerfully made u[)on ajjplication, and those contemi)lating having plumbing done or putting in heating apparatus, may save trouble, money and time by communicating with this thoroughly 44 REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN. Avcll e([ui|)|)ed and (jualified establishment. Mr. Murphy makes a specialty of carrying a full line of Engineers' and Mill Supplies, and parties equiring anything in this department will find the stock fully up to the standard. The store is on Water Street, next door to Avon Hotel. N. E. DAVISON & SON. —Dealers in Boots, Shoes, Ladies' and (lentlemen's Fine Foot-wear, Rubbers, Rubber Boots, Mocca- sins, etc., etc. This enterprise is of comparatively recent date ; but, judging from the large trade and excellence of the stock ■carried, it does not surprise us that this firm have attained a prominent place among the many business houses of \\'indsor. 'J'hey keep only the ver\' best stock the market af- fords in all the various lines of Boots and Shoes, and are prei)ared, owing to the good judgment manifested in selecting their goods and the large quantities bought at a time, to offer to purcha- sers their goods at the lowest prices that can be (|uoted by any dealers in the Province. This firm occupy premises in a cen- tral portion of the town, being located at No. 6, (.lerrish Street, near the Post Otifice. The store is fitted up with all modern improvements, having large jilate-glass windows, electric light, and everything considered to be a real comfort to their large run of customers. The stock here is all new and well selected, not having lain upon the shelves for years, which is quite an item for consideration in the purchase of Boots, Shoes, Slii)pers, etc. All classes of people can obtain entire satisfaction at this establishment, the stock comprising not only that style of goods suited for light wear and dress occasions, but also Heavy Boots, Moccasins, Far- rigans, etc., adapted for the heaviest work done in the country. Fumbermen, raftsmen, woodmen, and all doing heavy out-door work, can get boots of all descriptions suited to their work, which REPRESENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN. 4.5 arc guaranteed to give satisfaction in every case. Messrs. T~)avison are noted for the prompt and polite attention they bestow uj)on their customers, and persons once dealing with them will find things so satisfactory that a withdrawal of their patronage is positively out of the (luestion. CRANDALL'S CLOTHING EMPORIUM. Fine Custom 'J ailoring, Clerrish Street, a few doors above the Post Office. It is l:)Ut seldom we have occasion to mention an establishment that we 'can so thoroughly reconunend to all classes of purchasers as we can that conducted by .Mr. Crandall, for there are but very few establishments that cater so intelligently and successfully to both those who have much and those who have little to spend. It is all \ery v.-ell to say that everyone should dress well, but the fact remains that everyone does not know how to dress well, for gootl taste in dress is by no means general, and those who have no taste in this direction do not always know where they can get compe- tent or desirable arlvice. In this connection we take pleasure in calling attention to Crandall's (.'lothing Emporium ; for, no matter how much or how little you i)ropose to spend for clothing, you cannot possibly spend it to better advantage than at this deserv- edly j)opular store, for Mr. Crandall does fine Custom Tailoring, and has the happy faculty of being able to suit all tastes. The store is spacious and conveniently arranged, and sufficient assist- ance is employed to ensure j)rom{)t and careful attention to every caller. We can say to those who wish a stylish, good-fitting and honestly-made suit, or garment, at a moderate price, that they can get just what they want at this well-known establishment. THE PEOPLE'S CASH STORE, L E. Jost, Proprietor. — It is a large and varied stock that is offered by Mr. Jost, and all the articles comprising it can be confidently guaranteed to prove as represented. The i)remises occupied are located at 62 \\'ater Street, and are fitted with many of the modern improvements, the front being one of the i)rettiest in town. The People's Cash Store is well e(|uipped with everything in its line, and anyone wishing to select from a stock of Ready-made ("lothing, (lentlemens' Furnish- ings or Staple Dry Coods, will find that offered by Mr. Jost unsur- passed as regards (juality and general excellence, which will be sold very low for cash. The proprietor believes in making (|uick .sales, and will sell at the very bottom figure. 'Phe motto of the establishment is " (Juick Sales," and as the lowest prices are always (juoted on all goods in their line, the firm are sure to con- tinue making the (juick sales which characterize the establishment. 46 RKPRF.SENTATIVE BUSINESS MEN. CURRY BROTHERS.— Dealers in lWtw!«iii»^- ;.■■' ..■■'J.a!,*^;**':* Sa REPRESENTATIVE HUSJNESS MEN. tlic start, and it is \\v\\ known to all wlioni hiisiiK'ss or pleasure call frctiiicntly to the town. This cstahlishnicnt is ))rc|)are(l to furnish guests with every convenience, Itoth as regards attendance and |)roducti()ns of the cuisine. It is conveniently and pleasantly situated, heing just across the street from where the tlown river steamboat lands her passengers. Those who give Mr. Sloan their ])atronage tlnd no reasonal)le fault with either the house or its ajipointnients, the beds and other furnishings being modern and comfortable in style, whiK' the service is prompt, intelligt'nt anil obliging, 'i'he '> 00-*0->'><" A. J. Lawrence, The Ppoplo'y Grocer. Pickles, Sauces, Table Luxuries. | FINE TEAS and COFFEES, FRUITS and CONFECTIONERY. j 82 Water Stioet, Windsor, N. S. Telephori<^ 58. 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