Marriages and Deaths of Acton Community
Local notices report multiple marriages including Epwanos Sraroam and Atmole in Acton with several couples wed by Rev. J K Goddon and Rev T I George. Also listed are McNair to Clara Adams son John Millar and other wedding records. Deaths noted include Thomas Cook age 81 in Acton and Mrs Conningham wife of Samuel Coxe age 37.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goon
Acton
Thomas Cook
Minven
Erin
Mira
John Millar
Yoata
Coxr
Freeston
Ears Conningham
Samuel Coxe
Manitoba crop prospects and political notes from August 1809
Winnipeg reports forecast a record crop year with strong grain conditions across Manitoba and the Territories. John Waldie declines a Senate bid, endorsing A T Wood if accepted. Illinois Supreme Court clarifies trade association liability for price fixing. Brandon notes vast grain fields near Souris with wheat yields projected at least 86 bushels per acre if favorable harvest continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnipeg
Manitoba
Territories
Brandon
Souris
An Unusual Romance Tale at a Bank Teller and Director’s Daughter
A short story from Poole Printing Co Toronto presents a romance between a bank teller and a director’s daughter. The plot centers on ensuing difficulties and clever social obstacles in an engaging and admiring style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Harum
Poole, Printing Company, Limited
Toronto
Parliament Prorogued After Prolonged Session in Ottawa
Ottawa August 16 prorogation ends the lengthy eighth Canadian Parliament session. A brief throne speech hailed Pacific cable union with Britain and Australia and growing Canadian prosperity. Royal escort included Royal Regiment of Canadian Infantry and Governor General’s Foot Guards with dignitaries present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa
Apeeor
House of Commons
Senate
Canada
Royal Regiment of Canadian Infantry
Governor-General's Foot Guards
Princess Louise Dragoon Guards
David Mills
W.R. Scott
Windsor
Otter
Neilison
Vidal
Sherwood
Cotton
Lascelles
Countess of Minto
Lady Laurier
Obaira
A Bright Future for Algoma and Rainy River District
The Emigration to New Ontario boosts activity in Renfrew Mercury notes the Legislative Tour's impact, with federal and provincial aid planned for railways in Central Algoma. Gold mining in the district climbs from 57,000 in 1882 to an estimated 600,000 this year, signaling real potential alongside rich deposits near Port Arthur and Sudbury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
New Ontario
Canada
Renfrew Mercury ‘Gaya
Anbatantis
Aasistanioe
Ontario
Raley
Algoma
Avan
Port Arthur
Mattayio
Atik- Obkan
Brisbandowan Lake
Superior
Sudbury
Rainy River District
Fe Aa
Coantry
Miss Emma Scott and A McDonald Wed on Lawn Arch
Miss Emma Scott and Mr A McDonald united in marriage on a Wednesday at a lawn arch ceremony attended by many relatives. The bride wore a gray dress and looked charming while the groom appeared joyful. Harvest progress noted with oats and beans generally headed. Mrs Ald John Kennedy of Guelph visited Mrs John Moore last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Scott
A. McDonald
Ald
John Kennedy
Guelph
John Moore Net Wook
Quiet Toronto Wedding Unites John Allan and Nellie Eagle
A quiet wedding occurred Wednesday evening August 6 at the home of Mr and Mrs W Puttergon in Toronto. The couple were John Allan of Port Dalhousie and Mills Nellie Eagle formerly of Crawsooy Corners. The bride wore cream fishmere trimmed with satin and pearls and carried carnations. Christine Allen attended in orange over blue mill with a carnations bouquet. Groom’s attendant was Wo Slipmin. Forty guests from Cleveland Ohio Sarnia Port Dalhousie St Catharines and Toronto attended. After a short reception the couple left for a tour and will reside on Dovercourt Road Gronto. Best wishes from friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O'Hara Ave
Toronto
John Allan
Port Dalhougle
Mills Nellie Eagle
Crawsooy Corners
Christine Allen
Wo Slipmin
Cleveland
Ohio
Sarnia
Bs. Louie
Port Dalhousie
St. Catharines
Dovercourt Road
Gronto
Oakville Town Notes and Local Updates
Two Toronto excavations alleged guilty of rowdyism awaiting trial. Boys charged with bathing restrictions before the mayor that week. No more bicycle riding on sidewalks. Band concert on the band stand enjoyed by citizens. Tax rate set at 17 mills. Waterworks advance cost estimated at 1000 dollars. Town expenditure fixed at 6056.64 dollars. Public School Board to reopen September 8. The month begins on Friday with Labor Day Monday. Rev F W Hollinrake preached at the Methodist Church. Registrar and Mrs Robertson enjoy weeks at Grimaby Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Oakville
F. W. Hollinrake
Washington
Milton
Robertson
Grimaby Park
Bride Clara Adamson Weds G. O. McNair at Arkell Public School
Aug 9 wedding at the bride’s father’s residence near Guelph with Rev. R W Beanlan officiating. Miss Clara Adamson, daughter of James Adamson, crowned in white organdie. groom is G. O. McNair, Arkell Public School principal. Guests from Hamilton, London, Toronto, Guelph, St George, Welland and elsewhere. Reception on the lawn followed by a harvest home notice and community events in Ebenezer Church notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lavi Lambert
Highgate
Acton
A McNain
Anaugon
Urido
B. Trev
Soantan
Goo
McNair
Princip Arkell Pablia Bohool
Clara
Jamea Adamson
Nassageweya
Reid
James Hower
Guelph
Cupid
Guelph Road
G. O. McNaie
Arkell Public School
James Adamson
R. W. Beanlan
Minnie . Robinson
London
A Kennedy
Brookville
Grimaby Park
Arkell
Ebenezer Oborch
Queata
Hamilton
Toronto
Guulph
St. George
Welland
Miss Adamson
Mabel Scanlan
Ells Fletcher
Thenia Kingsbury
Duan Mian Adamson
Ebenezer Church
A.—Hamilton
Freaston
Fry
Morrleton
Ladies Aid
George
Easterbrook
Glock
Aberfoyle
Darbyville
Reva. A. Blair
W. Holden
Mualo
Nelson
Cromwell
Jubilee Slugere
Salvation Army Bram Band
Mariots
Sad
U. 8. Infantry
Baling
Phillipines Islands
Halton Acton Guelph High School Examinations Success List
The Education Council releases names of successful Form I to Matriculation candidates from Halton County Acton and Oakville plus Guelph bearing honors. Notables include L. Bennatt J. Crookard P. H. Delion W. B. Hume and many more across forms. Also lists additional honorees and students with honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boards of Examisera
Ovouncih
Sucacaasul
Formul
Halton
Acton
Ab Guelpt
Patriotic Private Post Cards by J O Wilson Co
Publisher previews two patriotic private post cards Quebec and Ontario scenes with Canadian imagery and Union Jack reference. One card features Canada motif with Maple Leaf Forever and Maud Earl painting beamed dog card War stance. second shows Bull-Dog standing on the Union Jack with What we have we’ll hold. Available at booksellers and publishers in quantity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. O. Wilson & Co
Montreal
Luchate
Canada
Pink Pills Help Montreal Woman Recover From Weakness
Mrs. Richard Hanne of Montross Welland County recounts a five year battle with heart palpitations, extreme weakness, stomach troubles and insomnia. After three doctors and ineffective medicines, six boxes of Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People restored her health enabling better appetite sleep and stamina. She warns against imitations and promotes genuine boxes sold by post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montross
Welland County
Williams
Richard Hanne
Hanna
Ife
Dr. Williama
Aix
Rheumatic Toward Divorce and Healing Salve Claim
A Civil War ball struck G B Speadman of Newark Michigan causing ulcers for 20 years until Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured him. Ad copy touts several skin ailment cures and promises a 28 cent price per box through J D McKee Drugist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. B. Speadman
Newark
Mich
J. D. McKee
Droggiat
Principle of cash only sales drives leading Guelph dry goods store
A Guelph dry goods retailer asserts cash only pricing, avoiding gimmicks to offer straight, lower cash prices. The firm claims a leading market position and promises further growth as Mr Dowler reports large fall purchases, prioritizing customers’ interests this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guelph
Also Mentioned on This Page
Horn
Tanpaay
Eequesing
J. 12
Lindsay
Mnogyop
William Moboch
The
Acton Free Press
Mail
Empire Me
John Waldie
Banford
Waldie
M. P
Supreme Court of Illinois
Doremus Va. Hennessy
J. D. McKay
Dr. King
Mr. Fadsby
J. W. Gardner
Idaville
Ind
Drugstors
J. D. MoKes
Dragaiat
New
Neighborhood News
Limehouse
Crewsons
Nassagaweya
Toxena Kitasmayr
Erna Fuet Tousa
Madel Soanean
Florence Mansur
Dr. Law
Axonox Town
L. A. Bennatt
J. Crookard
P. H. Delion
W. EB. Hume
Rb, Laidlaw
J. G. Lerke
J. Moore
Frank Moore
B. McEwan
J. McLarty
L. Sherman
D. Sinclair
EB. M. Somerville
D. L. Williams
Sonora
E. A. Dolson
L—A. Barber
L. A. Beble
Currie
Hartwell
J. Kidd
W. Litster
L.mckinlay
T. McQueen
W. G. Nicklin
E. M. Roy
J. G. Beott
A. P. Smyth
N. W. Sparrow
W. T. Morrow
F.C. Smyth
GO. Wenlace
J. E. Wapehott
Pacod
Cook
P. Mitchell
Moore
M. McQueen
Snyder
Wilkinson
Phydlor
A. A. Ranney
Malton
L—H. Dizon
A. Lpurtsberry
L. Panton
C.H. Patterson
M. Young
M. Brown
A. I
Coots
M. Forster
K. Foulds
A. F. Golledge
P.N. Hinton
Joyce
BM. Macdonald
G. H. Merriman
Honora
L. J. Murphy
W. F. Pratt
F. H. Robertson
I. M. Wass
B. A. Andrew
M. E. Hill
M. L. Langtry
J. A. Orr
A. Felun
W. Hembert
M. F. Nichols
E. L. Chisholm
A. Gray
L. BE. Losk
E. M. Moulton
E. Williama
Central
North Oxford
Woodstock
North Brant
Paris
North Waterloo
Berlin
Wilkington
Elora
Centre Bruce
Paisley
Peel
Brampton
North-Western
Goderich
Ayer
Adarcan
D J. Aaven
Towell, Maas
Estanuistep
Eits, Har
Department S
Thomas C. Watkins
King
East, Cor
Hughson
Mr. Newland
Ted
Bright Boy
Eir
Hoffmanrs
TNC Noferan Drug CO
Bridgebarg
Eee
Meadobe
Fually
Joavon
Angnat
North Hay
Slospora
Winni- Pfickats
G.T. T
H.8. Holmes
Acton, M. CO. Dickson, Dist
Prank Dowler Co
Guelph’s
Robert Noble
Plymouth
Agency
the Shoe Man
A. R. Mann
Finmark
Ontario & Rainy River Railroad
Ratny River
Lake of the Woode
James Matthews
C. W. Hazelton
Adam and Eve
H. P. Moore
Fuze Passa
H. Ramshamw
Jack
Hendle
the Bradley
Ganretson Co., Limited
Brantford, Ont
Straver
Cou
Erlo
Harges
Hugh McCutcheon
Agenta
Auporb
Gide
Luke Brothers Company
S International Nurserian
Chicago
Que
Rochester
N.Y
Actun Clvic
Alleltimans
Pearson, Heevo
Roivo
Patrick Kelly
Ron
Buffalo
Pancer
Church and
Guelphetreatu
Gualph Street
Alex. Uanishaw
Gurney Viron
Young and
Miil Brrests
G. T
Dapet
W. H. Denry
Young St
County OF
Legislative Assembly
Mat Wan
Actan
Insal
Thos. T. Moore
Alma Ladiegs
College
Ansa Conluce
St. Thomas Ont
R.I. Warner
Prin. St. Thomas
Ont
Canada’s Exposition
J.J. Withrow
H. J. Bill
A. T. Brown
Mill Street
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!