Constitutional contrasts and Indian resistance ignite reports
The Chicago Times praises Canada’s constitution as the best Anglo Saxon polity while condemning the U S constitution as an irresponsible elective monarchy. Despatches from San Francisco report a strong Josephite Indian defense at Lolo with about 400 warriors claiming they can defeat General Howard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Chicago Times
United States
Canada
San Francisco
Joseph
Lolo
Howard
Hopeful agricultural prospects and social unrest in 1877
Reports from across the country predict strong crop yields with fall wheat doing well and prices likely to be favorable this season. The text notes threshed wheat yield up to thirty bushels per acre in parts and improved grain prospects, alongside commentary on diminishing labor strikes and warnings about riot, murder, and arson tied to railway disputes. The piece also criticizes looters and mob ringleaders as unconnected to the strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
South Waterlolo
Harley
Ontario
Oxford
Gault
Death of George Ward Hunt Reverberates in Britain
The death of George Ward Hunt, First Lord of the Admiralty, is reported by cable. Boston citizens show charity, pledging near 250000 to aid Saint John sufferers. The Pennsylvania coal region faces lingering unrest with rioting after the railroad strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Ward- Hunt
O the Admiralty
Cable
Boston
Pennsylvania
St Patrick's National Society Passes Resolutions on Montreal Mayor
The St Patrick's National Society of Montreal passes resolutions of confidence in Mayor Baillury for his conduct on the 12th and 16th and condemns the Orange demonstration at Wackett's funeral. The resolutions state that calling out the volunteers was opposed and three magistrates took on that duty, and that the magistrates acted with dangerous indiscretion, risking consequences akin to the Pennsylvania riot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Patrick’s National %Iet
Montreal
Baaudry
Wackett
Provincial Exhibition at London in September
The Agricultural and Arts Association will hold its annual exhibition in London this year from September 29. Entries for horses cattle sheep swine poultry and agricultural implements close August 25. Grain field roots machinery and manufacturers close September 1. Per horticultural products ladies works and fine arts exhibit on September 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Agricultural and Arts Association
London
Ith Aed
Halton County Council Schedules By Law and Model School Talks
Halton County Council met at Milton Court House to discuss a 310,000 by law for county buildings, a 1362 annual debt service, and a 0.2 mill special rate. A model school for third class certifi cates was proposed with Milton as site and a $500 grant debated.
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Free Press
County Council
Court ‘House
Mil‘ton
Messrs
Clay
Ratmeay
E Menzies
Foster
Lyon
Young
Frazer
McKenzie
Robinson
Watson
Waldie
Buck
McGarvin
Warren
Messrs. Waldie
Ramisay
St. John
Air Waldie
Waldis
Little
Toronto
Ottawa
Milton
Messrs. Watson
Robertson
Model School
As of Milton School Board
Hyon
Ramsey
Algoma
Mormon murder case prisoner Burton linked to 1862 prophet
The article notes Robert T. Burton, counselor to the presiding Mormon Bishop, has been arrested on charges of murdering Joseph Morris, the 1862 rival prophet, and two women who made remarks about the crime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert T. Burton
Burton
Joseph Morris
Brigham Young
Beavers Create Four Foot Dam on Grand River
In a recent report the Beavers dammed the Grand River near lot 21 in the 7th concession New Survey Melanethon raising water four feet. The industrious creatures continue work with unknown height potential.
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Grand River
Notable Obituary Fragments At Crewson’s Corners and Erin
Fragmentary notice records death mentions near Crewson’s Corners on the 23rd alt and in Erin at the Jet imst. Mr Samuel Soper aged 79 years and 10 months and Mr Jacob Snyder son of Mr Isaac Snyder about 22 years are listed in the readable text.
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Crewson’s Corners
Samuel Soper
Erin
Jacob Snyder
Isaac Snyder
AcTeN Markets Flour Prices and Grain Rates
Market brief lists flour prices and grain rates including spring and fall wheat at Glasgow and general oats barley and peas. Butter and eggs quoted with small price ranges. Readable totals show price per unit and ranges for multiple commodities.
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Glasgow
Errs Cocoa Advertisement Promotes Healthful Breakfast Drink
Civil Service Gazette praises Errs Cocoa as a nourishing beverage that aids digestion and strengthens the constitution. It lauds the product for its natural properties and claims it can help resist disease with proper diet. Sold by James Errs & Co. chemists at Threadneedle Street and Piccadilly in London.
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Epps
Civil Service Gazette
James Errs & Co
Homeopathic Chemist
Threadneedle Street
Piccadilly
London
Wood's Improved Mair Restorative Promises Hair Revival
Wood's improved Hair Restorative claims to restore grey hair to natural color, revitalize dull dry hair, prevent baldness, and relieve dandruff itching and dryness. Sold by druggists and dealers. manufacturers C A Cox Co Chicago sole US and Canada agents. Lyman Bros Co Toronto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Coox , Co
Chicago
United States
Canadas
Lyman Bros, & CO
Toronto
Civic Holiday Requested for Acton Village
In Acton the inhabitants request the appointment of Friday August 3 as a Civic Holiday for public enjoyment. The petition lists numerous local businesses and residents supporting the holiday designation.
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Tae Reeve
Taz Wintass
James Matthews
J. E. McGarvin
Wilson & Johnson
Jas. Ryder
W. E. Greenwood
W. R. Kenney
Galloway Bros
Henry P. Moore
David McMacken
Secord Bros
R. Creech
BO & EL Nicklin
J. 9H. Hacking
W. H. Storey & Co
George Hynds
Excursion Planned by Acton Division Sons of Temperance
Arrangements have been made for an excursion on the above named day over the Grand Trunk and Hamilton and Northwestern Railways to Burlington Beach where a picnic will be held. The fare for the round trip will be about 75 cents. A general invitation is extended to the public to participate.
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Acton Division
Sons of Meuperance
Grand Trunk
Hamilton & Northwestern Railways
Burlington Beach
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Acian
Cordress
JOS & Masking Editor
Tneasnay Marxiso
Ata
Haltom County
City
Dr. Buck
Buin
Menzies
Messrs Clay
Vorter
Wate
Milton Champion
Oakville Express
Credit Valley Railway
Blake
Murphy
J. John
N. B
Fie
Carleton
Disraeli
England
McMaster
Sheehan
Hackett
John Quarry
Memphis
Doinion Line
F. Grahare
Orange Young Britons of
Dominion
Cropa
County of
Hastings
Christopher Columbus
Kent
iIt
India
Bombay Presidency
Ontario Rifle Association
Ingersoll Chronicle
O. Y. B. Lodge
Redewater
Elphinstone
Quebec
Lizzie Moore
Welland Canal
St. Catherines
Anid
Bowmanville Furniture Company
British Columbia
John ‘Bright
Baltimore
Rideau Hall
Manitoba
Richards
Alex. MccKenzie
New Baptist Charch
Sid
Niagara
Hackthen
White Mountain
Milan
Grand Trunk Railway
Gorham
Portland
Oregon
Victoria
Russia
Esquimanti
Pacific
Arthur Enterprise
Philadelphia Tomes
West
Canads Southern Railway
Assenger
Hermano Kurth
Milwaukee
Hamilton
Europe
Huntsville
Ont
Hunt
Pringle
Pringles
Philadelphia Herald
Pittsburg
Sud
Great Western Railway Company
Childers
Capt. Tyler
Renton
Britannia
Great Western
Dover
Admirality Pier
Cannon Street
Weat Flamboro
George Kent
Shaver
Dundas
Elora
Waterloo
New Jersey
Norval
London Orphan Asylum
Oshawa
Simcoe
Oddfellows
Belleville
Acton
Galloway Bros. Bakers
Robert T. Galloway
David Galloway
J. H. Hachine
Hawl
Nassagaweya
B. & E. McKuin
Culverwell
New York
Doiminion
Zmswer
Manaear
Fleurry's
Victorio
East Huron Farmers’ and Mechanica’ Association
Brussels
Fleury
Elliott
Coleman & Co
Fames Seraham
James Johnston
D. Metaughlin
Grey Township
Ae Aa Works
Fleuhy
Proprietax
Hyxsrazer
Rockwood
Tam
N. McGarvin
Reeve
W. P
Grace
William Grace
James
Banione
Kimp Itch
Laine
Perenne
Pee,ze Royal
Extmis
Exchaig
Sss
Actex
Grockary
Boots & Shoe
Ced
Cleveland
Ohio
ParGershe
Parmners
Meersaia
Sheuli
Pete
Tacx & Co
Auansta, Malar
J. Ryder’s
Iam
Pm Dhree
Freachteeason
A James Acton
Saddlery
P. Rowfles
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