Trials and temperance note from Acton Free Press
Trials closed with verdicts in Guelph Scott Act cases. James E. Merlilan fined $50 and costs. hotelkeepers Robert Bennett and Elias Clark charged with contravention of the Temperance Act. A grand temperance convention to be held in Toronto September 14 and 15 is touted as a major event shaping policy. The Waterloo Chronicle editor Thomas Hilliard retires amid temperance conflict. local press defends reporting while noting industry pushback.
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Macdonald
James E. Merlilan
Robert Bennett
Elias Clark
Georgetown
W. H. Young
Inspector Brothers
Bennett
Toronto
Canada
Jessie Nicklin
Guelph
Acton
D. Butchcart
Milton
IM. Brown
D. Cameron
Lida
Jos R. Brown
M. Speight
Markham
C. C. Speightoe
James I. Smith
James Mc. Keand
Hillmilton
Jed St
Frith Office
Orlin
S. As. Piretirouk
Kittie
W. H. Storey
Meg
Halton Temperance Upheld Against Perjury in Scott Act Case
A Halton correspondent praises local temperance activists for prosecuting perjury by witnesses who aided violators of the Scott Act. The writer urges similar action elsewhere to deter illegal liquor trade, calling for enforcement and public accountability. Also notes sales at J Fyfe's Acton offering hats and suitings.
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The
Canada Citizen
Halton
Law and Order
Acton's Young Men Parade as Local Courtship Sketches
A village feature profiles Acton’s young men from John to the Doctor, praising musical leadership, temperance, business acumen, and social charm. Entries describe each man’s character, trade, and flirtatious exploits, noting marriages as a distant horizon and hinting at rivals in a lively, columns-style portrait.
Notice to Debt Holders Disowned by Melvinia Mann
Public notice dated August 17 1666 disclaims responsibility for any debts contracted by Melvinia Mann living with Acoy. The signer warns all parties that debts made in her name will not be honored or assumed.
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APY Wlr
Melvinia Mann
Land for sale in Dufferin County and village properties
Land for sale in Dufferin County at 4 1 6 per acre to 8 per acre with terms to suit all buyers. Village properties offered in Shelburne Horning's Mills Corbetton Inverair and Melapethon. Address at EMSTREET Attioneer Land Agent Shelburne. The agent claims familiarity with the county to assist purchasers.
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Dofterti
Shelburne
Horning’s Mills
Corbetton
Easy terms offered to sell house and lot on Church Street
Reux Pérstence announces the sale of the Church Street property now occupied by Mrs. James Bel adjoining Charles Speight and behind Geo. Hynde Jew ng Bho. Described as desirable with a first‑class dwelling in good repair and a nice garden. Terms and details available from H. E. Moore Free Patusx Oren 1.
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Reux
Church Street
James Bel
Charles Speight
Geo. Hynde Jew Ng Bho
Firat-Claad
Spring suits and overcoats at low prices at J Fyfe s
Readable fragment notes spring suits and overcoats offered at very low prices. Advertises latest styles and urges customers to visit J. Fyfe's in Acton for selections.
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Acton
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Scott
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People
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Beotch
J. Fyfe’s
CTL
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Methodist
Covnchlan Sohn Cameron
Oliver Mowat
John A
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Henderson, McRae & Co
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Speight & Son
Joe
Partnes
Sharka
White
Sam Slick
New York
Ballinafad
Harry
United States
Nassagawega
I . Charles Young, Esq
Oakville
Dude
Charlie
Ane
Dale
Boway Avenue
Keey
Kelly Bros
Tom Smyth
Jack
John Lawbor
Main Street
John McKee
Veterinary
Nh Y
Linehouse
Jtolin
Per Stacky
West
Phroton
Tso
R. R. Rae
Newcastle
Gritin
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Owas
George Havill
M Galt
K.‘J. McNally
Philadelphia
Maggie McGibbon
Saruta
Geo. Beswick
Orangeville
Chas
Aggie Hynds
George
Maggie Royce
Walkerton
Alice Royce
Eramosa
Acton’ Riends
Migsee Dickson
Berlin
J. EE. McGarvin
Dr. McGarvin
T.J. Moore
Jennie Hynds
Anghenguile Varm
John McRae
Henderson, McRae &Co
St. L Lawrence
P.R
W. J. Nicklin
New York City
Will
Acoy
Donald Mann
H. E. Moore
Nobby
Fiat
Madras
Suit the Times
Grifin
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East
Ilamilton
Brussels
Uuion
Stair Rog
McKay ‘Brothers
Higlisha
John Streets
Hamil
John Hodg & Son
Upper Wyndham Street
Sigle
Guelpr
J. Speight &Son
Acton Havag
A. Speight
Manag
Paris
Dingman’s
Gud
J. EB. Howson
Tol Gite
Peerless
Queen City Oil Works
Samuel Rogers & CO
Kenney Bros
Fall Goodsalevry
Bdominioh House
Taki
Provid
North
Ford
Ommod
Foir
Cookstown
Campbell
McGregor
Vr. McGarvin
Montreal
Knowlton
Record
Begg
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