26 Jun 1879
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 26, 1879
Page
1
Monday evening a crowd gathered in Acton to bid farewell to Rev B Hobbs and wife before their two month stay in England. Hobbs departs from New York on Saturday, with his wife remaining at his father’s residence in Acton during his absence. The community sends best wishes for a safe journey and return.
Reports include Prince Tauia Napoleon slain in Zululand by Cetewayo followers on the 2nd inst. A Toronto forger, Rimmer, captured in Winnipeg after escaping a policeman while being moved toward Toronto but diverted to the Dawson route. Newcastle figures duel stakes at £400. South Wellington registrar vacancy filled by Jamies Massie of Guelph. Edward Thickpenny sentenced to hang September 12 after York County Assizes. Hanlan challenged Elliott, crowds cheer as he signs for safe custody in Newcastle. ongoing public interest in rowing and bets.
Real estate notices advertise several Acton properties including a frame house with privileges, a third of a lot with a house, and a well described 18 lot with a roughcast house. Exquesing farm of 100 acres with maples and a brickyard is listed, all in or near Acton. Contact TA. H. Moore, real estate agent, for terms and sales.
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