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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 14, 1907
Page
2
The Ontario legislature wrestles with temperance laws as MPs push for clarity on government stance. Debates reference the Liberal policy, opposition inquiries, and the upcoming vote dynamics amid local option considerations.
The Epworth League in Guelph hosted a Winter School session with lectures on Christian stewardship and the Japan mission. Delegates toured local factories, heard talks by Rev. W. J. Smith and Miss A Joliffe, and elected officers for the year while planning next year’s events.
The Acton council approved the Fire Brigade changes with a new chief, addressed the resignation of the former head, and set the post vacant for now. Auditors' report received, a contract with Electro Power Company advanced, and power-house inventory ordered for review at a special meeting.
A mixed local update reports social notices, travel and visiting relatives, and deaths including Mrs Wright and Mr John Wright. It notes meetings in Norval, discussions of a literary society, and a range of Ontario items from Windsor to Hamilton about crime, government inquiries, transport, and industry.
An auction of farm stock and implements is scheduled Friday at one o clock. The sale takes place on lot 2 con 4 Extn at Mrs Jane Rawell’s farm. Terms are 12 months. Auctioneer is Thos Ine Aran.
In a bold promotional burst, overcoats for men and boys are featured in a Special 14 Days Sale with heavy discounts. Remaining stock slashed, many lines previously advertised are sold out, and new bargains abound including dress goods at bargain prices and significantly reduced drill underskirts. The store urges inspection of fully loaded counters and tables, stating better values this week than ever.
A wide array of offers includes fascinators underwear hosiery grey flannel corset covers drawers night robes ladies waists waistings men and boys scarves cups shirts and related items.
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