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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 06, 1876
Page
2
The Acton Free Press teases a ballet feature published every Thursday morning with annual rate details and advertising notes. The fragmented text hints at page layout and cadence but provides no further specifics on performances or dates.
Fragmented OCR text from a 19th century page describes weather, farming, and parliamentary issues with garbled names and phrases. It references New Years Day farming, Seafért, and local patrons, hinting at a publishing venture and editorial content but remains unclear and incoherent.
Hon Evjah Ward introduces discussion on reciprocal arrangements with Canada. Mr Witard submits a resolution to appoint commissioners to negotiate a treaty of trade between the United States and Canada for mutual benefit.
A Russian report notes a stagnation in wheat exports, with claims of scientific agriculture slowing Odessa wheat shipments. Banks have maintained liquidity while loan strings tighten. British Columbia offers 750,000 pounds compensation for a controversial railway project as the bill dies in the Senate despite government urging.
Fragmentary report notes a bribed looking deal to acquire a controlling stake in the Suez Canal seen as boosting British power in the East. Disraeli faced criticism from allies and opponents. Allegations tie the plan to editor Greenwood and financier Oppenheim with ongoing scrutiny in Parliament regarding military value.
Results show elected Reeve J Ramsey in Nassagoweyat and Dr. Ny McGarvin as Reeve. Councillors named include Winn Nottish Hutcheon and Aikins with votes listed. several townships report acclamation for officials and a largely uncontested South Ward in Milton.
Amid chaotic clipping, York County Me and Ottawa mayoral race notes, Buffalo treasurer fraud claim of 250000 dollars, Brooklyn council meeting on January 18, and land buys for a county poor house surface. Century celebrations fuel processions and fireworks nationwide.
An American writer portrays Virginian life in the Shenandoah Valley, noting the freed Negro as practical yet superstitious, describing labor patterns, crop practices, and the impact of war. The piece contrasts northern settlers with native Virginians, discusses soil, farming methods, and mobility, and reflects on poverty, land, and climate.
Joseph Slater from Grand Rapids Michigan attempted to shoot his wife at the Station Hotel kitchen in Chatham and then cut his throat. The wife, employed as cook, was unharmed but the man was found with a self inflicted wound two miles away. He is recovering, and the case joins broader financial trouble as Bowmanville Manufacturing and Ontario Bank face $120 000 liabilities with equal assets.
A historic fragment reflects a note on Austrian Hungarian currency fears and a 4 million population figure for New York State. It includes an advertisement praising a cocoa product by James Evra and Co, highlighting its health benefits and ease of preparation, with addresses in London.
Public notice to Acton Freeholders Householders and Tenants of the Acton School Division announces a public meeting of the school electors to elect two trustees and auditors and to elect a school auditor for the ensuing year. Meeting at Temperance Hall on January 12 1876 at ten o clock in the forenoon. Also business notice for blacksmithing services by A A Stephenson at Main Street shop.
In Acton on the 29th at the bridegroom’s father’s house Rev D P Cameron united Edward Couch of Brampton and Mary Kenney of Acton. On the 26th Rev H Reid joined John McGill of Erin Matheson’s son’s residence. also James Godon to Catherine Reid. Acton also records Alice Gertrude Smith aged 16 months and the death of John Sharp aged 72 after an accident.
Ontario Photograph Gallery Acton advertises best Hetouched and Burnished photographs at 300 per dozen with quick service and finished style. The notice notes first prizes at the Milton County Fair on Oct 13 14 1875 and is signed Co W HILL Photo Acton dated Nov 26 1875.
Advert says Lot 11 in Block 26 at Acton village with rough cast cottage and frame barn on hard and Maria streets. Title is indisputable and price terms contact Watagan and partners in Acton. December 22 187.
George Stoddard announces a first class fruit and oyster bazar opposite Messrs Dickson and McNab on Mill Street. He offers fresh oysters lobsters sardines choice fruit tobacco cigars and confectionery with diners served promptly and attention to customers.
Short notice repair services offered for horse gear and equipment including slankets whips brushes combs and related items. Contact JF Dempsey Acton to arrange prompt attention. November 25 1875.
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