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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 01, 1876
Page
2
Acton observed Queen's Birthday with a big community gathering featuring athletic contests tallied with prizes, a brass band concert, and a lively stage program. The day ended with band performances, vocal solos, and a royal salute as residents enjoyed the festive display and street scenes.
A cablegram from overseas reports the Sultan has been dethroned. Murad Bfendi, his nephew and eldest son of the late Abdul Medjid, now reigns as ruler of Farkey. Murad, born in 1840, is described as matured and prominent in regional affairs.
The London Standard reports hundred tons of gunpowder and a million in cargo sent from Woolwich to Gibraltar Malta and the Mediterranean fleet. Ports mouth notes available workmen to be placed on ships near seagoing condition. The Thunderer may be first completed. The Times says Lloyds has insured war risks since Friday.
The Elora population stands at 1,547, a drop of 15 from last year. The census shows a slight decline in residents as local demographics shift.
Cayuga May 29 John and James William Young imprisoned for Abel McDonald murder near Caledonia escaped Sunday about 7 30 p m James overpowered the gaoler and unlocked his cell with a buckle key Both fled and a posse of constables searched land and waters but by Wednesday no trace found Officials believe relatives shelter them with many sightings reported across Oundle and Wentworth.
Wanintos May 27 The in quest on the body of Mraz Macrea ended at eleven o clock Friday after the jury retired at 4:30. The verdict found the deceased died from injuries inflicted by her husband Jo Macrea. Macrea’s trial was scheduled for the fall assizes as the crowd of citizens waited for results.
Jay disputc from Waterdown claims Dr. Walker living in the village tried to shoot his wife. The ball struck her arm then pierced his breast and she died instantly.
The article reviews Volume Four of the Census of Canada covering 1871 and earlier back to 1665. It highlights a useful reference with an Indian population estimate, an outline map, and bilingual presentation with English on the left and French on the right for readers in both languages.
Guelph Maple Leaf Club lost to Te cumseh in London 11th inning 7 to 5. They then fell to Etna s of Detroit 10 to 7 and were defeated 5 to 4 by Jackson, Michigan. London trails as Guelph aims to reverse luck at the next meeting in Guélph with hopes of a Maple Leaf victory.
A Friday evening gathering at St Andrew's Hall Toronto, called by the Mayor, urged by petition a by law to grant a 250000 bonus to the Credit Valley Railway. After speeches and debate, the meeting carried a motion to petition the city for the bonus, while an amendment to oppose further grants failed amid confusion and disputes over the ruling.
Burglars entered Mr. James Blair's premises in Walkerton last Friday night stealing the cash box from his bedroom. They opened the store safe, scattered books and papers, and took $106 in bills along with some Canadian silver. Two gold watches stood by the bed. Entry came via an unfastened rear window and footmarks outside resemble a boy.
A mixed Ottawa area update cites financial suspensions with liabilities around $30,000, business sales in Guelph, fires at sawmills in Tin doh and Napanee, and home destructions in Lynden. It notes rail plans for a new Guelph building housing post and customs offices, a burglarized An caster Village church, a New York to San Francisco transcontinental train, and a Georgetown Glen Williams property sale. Additional items include preaching by Beecher, mail redirection rules, a ducking match in Boston, a fatal runaway accident near Brampton, Erin creditors proposing seventy five cents on the dollar, and local commerce notices with prices for groceries and goods.
Notice to all parties interested in the Burial Ground at Church Hill announces a public meeting on Wednesday, the lith of June, at one o clock pm. The purpose is to appoint Trustees, arrange fencing, enlarge the grounds, and collect funds. Isaac Snyder, Secretary. Exquesting, June 1, 1876.
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