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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jul 19, 1877
Page
2
Reports describe Russian advances across the Balkans with key positions in Rumelia and Danube crossings while Turkish defense falters. separately Montreal faces deadly street clashes amid alleged police inaction and Orangemen defend lawful process after funeral disturbances.
A commentary denounces the Montreal street murder of Hackett as a shocking outrage. It blames police and civic leaders for failing to provide protection, praises Catholic leaders for restraining violence, and condemns Orangemen for provocation while noting distant conflicts in Turkish and Russian affairs.
The Irish Catholic Union repudiate riots and accuse the mayor of inaction, while Orangemen meet and declare they will parade in Muttresel despite violence. They blame mob rule, condemn cowardly radicals, and warn that future protests will be met with firm measures to protect their demonstrations. The episode centers on funerals for a murdered youth and tensions over parades and peace.
Medical writer cites asparagus and Jerusalem artichoke as remedies for rheumatism after advising avoidance of acids in diet. Notes iodine’s role from seaside plants and warns against iodine overdoses. Reports on Montreal riot fears, Montreal mayor Beaudry appeals to Orangemen and Catholics, leading to postponed parade. Includes a brief, abrupt market list with prices for flour, wheat, barley, potatoes, and dried apples.
The Civil Service Gazette lauds cocoa as a nutritious beverage aiding digestion and nutrition. It claims a well-chosen cocoa can strengthen the constitution and help resist disease, noting the need for pure blood and a nourished frame to ward off ailments. It mentions James, Eves & Co. as London suppliers located at Threadneedle Street and Piccadilly.
Voters are informed that the list of electors for Acton Municipality elections under the 1876 Act has been transmitted or delivered. The list was posted at the Acton village office on July 11 1877 and remains for inspection. Electors may examine the list and seek corrections for omissions or errors under the law.
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