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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Feb 06, 1879

Page

2

Newspaper Office Fraud and Paper Theft Allegations

The court ruling addresses illegal taking of newspapers from the post office by individuals named within the case. It discusses whether such acts were directed or incidental and whether publishers may terminate service for arrears or continue deliveries until a full payment is made. The decision notes that the costs concluded that certain persons took periodicals, labeling the acts as fraud and citing associated evidence.

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A fragmentary entry notes a 1879 date with a fax reference and unclear subject. The readable text centers on a historical note or notice likely tied to technical or agency terminology of the period. Further context is not provided in the legible excerpt.

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William MacDougall and postmaster under scrutiny

The Globe reports on a political tussle involving William MacDougall and a postmaster candidate. The piece notes a proposal to remove the postmaster and discusses MacDougall's stance and alleged grounds for the action. It mentions Lasslie and uncertainty about the ministerial approval and tenure.

Association meeting notes reveal leadership and motions

In a county gathering chaired by Dr. Robertson, officers were appointed for the year including J. Williams as President and J. Stewart as Vice President. W Lyon spoke on the association’s image and parliamentary relations, while directors were appointed across wards and a draft resolution thanked W. Lyon for county representation.

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Ontario Legislature Report on Debates and Proceedings

Fragmentary record shows Ontario assembly proceedings with bills introduced, committee actions, adjournments, and debates on municipal appointments and the Dewinage Act. Members including Meredith and Wood discussed financial estimates, governance measures, and potential inquiries. House adjourned after 6 o'clock with plans for next sessions.

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Resignation in France Shocks Nation and Ends a Long Rule

The passage recounts a French leader stepping down after meaningfully opposing continued power, citing distress amid a divided nation and the strength of principle over personal gain. It notes M. Brancus Paul Jules Gresy succeeds, and references upheaval during German invasion and shifts in national governance.

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Public notices mix with ads and local updates

The column bundles varied items including medical testimonials for Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil, local government road talks, and Ontario rail proposals. It notes imports of medicines, a railway bid session at Parliament, and several brief notices on customs, meetings, and a factory accident in Guelph with a severed arm risk.

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Halifax and Nova Scotia notes from the dense early 1900s mix

A collage of provincial notices and miscellaneous items reports deaths official appointments and local happenings. It notes church alms Poor relief in Halifax North End tax adjustments in Montreal water shutoffs and a Halifax ship loss inquiry. It mentions the death of Bishop Alexander Neil Bethune and a wave of business and legal notices across Ontario and Quebec.

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