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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 04, 1898
Page
2
Notes from the Acton Free Press discuss new Provins members and political shifts as supporters of prohibition mobilize. The piece highlights ceaseless campaigning, newspaper influence, and financial leverage by anti and pro prohibition factions, noting Father Morrissey of Notre Dame and Notre Dame’s stance alongside broader business optimism for Canada’s farmers and merchants.
The Madrid correspondent reports the government has accepted the principle of the American peace terms but will withhold public acceptance until Washington clarifies details. Hostilities to cease once these points are settled. An official note from Washington outlines no immediate claims for pecuniary indemnity but debtors cede Cuba sovereignty and Spain evacuates Cuba and Porto Rico. Manila would be occupied and governed under a peace treaty framework.
Prince Otto Eduard Leopold Bismarck, former chancellor of Germany, died shortly before 11 o'clock Saturday night at the castle. He had shown improved health in the days before, then suffered a sudden pulmonary edema leading to unconsciousness and death. Born April 1, 1816 at Schoenhausen, he was the fourth son of Carl Wilhelm Ferdinand Bismarck and Johanna von Metten, shaping Prussian and German politics for decades.
Ottawa reports government fixed August 1 that Thuraday August 20 is the date for a nationwide plebiscite on prohibition. Canadians will vote on an act banning importation manufacture or sale of spirits wine beer ale elder and other intoxicants. Ontario Nova Scotia Manitoba Prince Edward Island have held prior votes with prohibition carry. Manitoba first on July 25 1893. PEI 1893. Nova Scotia June 15 1894. Ontario June 19 1894. Majority for prohibition in each. Also note dedication of new Methodist church at Manns Corners and drought affecting water supply and reservoir. Upcoming Milton holiday August 6 with excursion to Niagara Falls by Roger Templars.
A reverend prelate died suddenly on Sunday evening, events surrounding the cause and funeral arrangements to be announced by the church authorities. The obituary notes his service and leadership within the diocese.
A large number of cattle near the area suffer discases in the eyes causing blindness in some. Mrs. Alex Cripps recovering at home from lung ailment. Kate Cripps fell ill from heat. doctor summoned but recovering. Mr Choa Ramahan underwent a successful eye operation at Guelph General Hospital. No church service next Sunday due to quarterly service in Rookwood. Rev Bryers of Aston preached in Methodist Church last Friday. Local residents, visits, picnics, and small-town social notes including injuries to Robt Talbot and various visitors from Toronto Guelph and St Marys at multiple homes. Mrs Wm Abbot away at Winterbourne. Millard family welcome a week-old child. Miss Grindel visiting Toronto. Misses Shirpo visiting Aunt Mrs Bengon.
Reports from the region describe threshers starting contracts and workers like Engineer Irene of Toronto completing a neat barn on the fourth line. Several locals are noted: Mrs Ford on vacation in Omagh, Miss Ford returning for school on the 15th, Mr Will Kennedy on vacation from Gravenbarat Banner, and Mr Frank Moore visiting Alderman Kennedy’s camp at Victoria Park. John Wheeler builds a two acre barn, John Lindsay advances brickwork on a new residence, and Jno Lindsay plans to move before cold weather. A trip to Harris to Henderson mentions illness of John Moore, Toronto Limo Co. manager, with improving condition. Wheelmen’s activity described as limited. Toronto’s A. Hi. Moore promotes hardware at Simpson’s.
A thunderstorm last week struck a flock owned by William Thomas, killing ten lambs and injuring Mrs. Thomas with severe shocks. The storm damaged the flock as it gathered the sheep beneath a tree. Also noted are local church notices and community movements in Nassagaweya and surrounding areas. Mr Archibald Anderton and Mrs Anderton stayed with relatives in Nasengaweya while en route to Peru. Rev Gilroy of Toronto delivered anniversary services at the Presbyterian Church in Sodom. George Lamb, formerly Nassagaweya principal, returned home from Morden Manitoba to join local business efforts.
On Wednesday July 27 at Mr Raron Warden’s home in George town a wedding united Rebecca Warden to Frank Cheather of Toronto. Guests witnessed the ceremony conducted by Tev. W. B. McAlphine. The couple, residing in Toronto, celebrated with a wedding dinner and received thoughtful gifts. In a separate item, Norman Crennon narrowly escaped serious injury at E B Nickin’s tannery when a 400 pound revolving stone broke through doors and walls, though he remained conscious despite pain.
A Palmerston report highlights Mr Jas Skea, a 66 year old carpenter, who suffered two months from rheumatism after grip. After trying Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People, he recovered and now uses them to guard against colds and rheumatism each spring and fall. The piece also notes endorsements from local workers and mentions appointments at Ontario Agricultural College and related staff changes.
The Adelaide Advertiser reports a Canadian case where Frank Ashley and William Smith were found guilty of offering substitutes for Dr Williams Pill, defrauding the public. The Chief Justice warned against substitution and delayed sentence until the court’s close, while condemning the practice as dangerous and widespread.
The August American Monthly Review of Reviews surveys the Santiago campaign from start to finish with Isad and aea authoring on Admiral Dewey and the day-after photos. John A. Oburah adds a full Santiago land battle account with new pictures, while Park Benjamin notes the Eastern squadron under Commodore Watson. The review highlights timely military and naval movements and outpaces competing magazines.
On Thursday the annual financial season will be held at the Methodist Church. A moonlight river boating party occurred Friday night. Nellie Bertram died at General Hospital Ballaph of appendicitis and her funeral was held at Friends burying ground on Wednesday July 27. The Friends church recently built in the village opened on the 14th and is praised for its beauty and street improvement. Endured the North-west campaign marching courageously. government urged Putnam's Painless Corn Extractor for painless coin removal.
Reduced prices mark a clearance on wallpaper as the store prepares for stock-taking. The sale highlights excellent values in other house furnishings and invites customers to call and see the selection.
A fragmented newspaper sale notice lists various women’s hats, straw bonnets, children’s headwear, shirt waists, table linens, skirts, travelling capes, and hosiery with irregular pricing and discounts. It details regular and sale prices, fabric types, and display notes, reflecting a bargain emphasis and Saturday pricing.
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