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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Apr 17, 1879

Page

2

Election canvassing across Halten county political clash

The county faces a fierce contest between Grits and Tories as local parties mobilize supporters. Dr. Robersted seeks a seat in the next House of Representatives, while Conservative Mr. WC, Betty of Omagh, drives efforts to secure votes. Farmers face hurdles with ploughing and seeding, complicating voting turnout.

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Tariff Debate Divides House Amid Key Vote in Ottawa

A heated tariff debate in the House of Commons ended with a 136 to 53 division as government strength appeared firm. Several ministers abstained or were absent, including North Ontario, while main opposition MPs Bechard and Fyn led dissent. The Legislature convened Tuesday, adjourned, with talk of policy unity and potential political repercussions nationwide.

Cariff Toureles Arning Xteady North Gataria

Fragmentary note on provincial payments and visit arrangements

Vague remnants describe a dispute over funding the Governor General's expenses and a plan for a high profile visit. The text mentions a provincial action to pay costs and a proposal tied to a notable figure, with uncertain names and dates.

Debating Canadian Policy In Montreal Lecture

Mr Hacdsayall delivered a speech at the ceri on Wednesday outlining reform party aims and the need for broader foreign trade. He praised Mr Mackenzie and criticized opposing leaders for inconsistency while urging unity under the national policy.

Ceri Reform Party Mackenzis Steckectere Mackenre Eortaue Ecuucillon Canad Maddougell Haltua

Manitoba Emigration Industry and Local Towns in Acton March 1879

Manitoba news notes Emigrants arriving at Nelsonville Mountain City and Alexandria. Details on prices for staples like wheat and flour, mill opportunities, and new towns in Pembine Mountaine and Acton. Fire, police, and civic items. a murder inquiry. weather and railway statistics. letters praising electric tonics and medical ads.

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Local Store Ad Promises Low Prices on Hardware and Linens

Amid dense odds and ends of a late 19th century shop notice Fyfe McNab sells fashion and home goods. The ad proclaims new stock in wallaper, millinery, drapery, and furniture from McLeod, Auden and Co. with emphasis on bargains, cheap hardware, and a Magic Window Cleaner. It urges customers to visit George Morrow’s Drug Store for cough remedies and other household wares, highlighting low prices and large stock. The piece mentions multiple merchants and emphasizes sales events and new arrivals in furniture, groceries, and dry goods.

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