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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 01, 1902
Page
5
The report notes a sluggish market with cattle prices steadying as drought and mud hamper movement. Farmers delay shipments to wait for better export demand while a council declines action on a prohibition matter, amid regional tensions and a push to boost livestock offerings.
A Friday night windstorm caused a lightning strike that burned the Knatchbull Sunday school, badly damaging the old Nobel Chapel area and belongings of Mrs. Paur Blacklock. Community figures, including Mr. Some! GC and Mr. J. McLeod, discuss recovery as local meetings plan anew church and Sunday school services.
Medical attendance and Prohibition era notes fill the column with references to doctors McKeague McK yng and travels, examinations, and hospital topics. The piece covers local political activity including debates over prohibition, candidates Carter and others, and a public meeting in Milton about referendum plans. It notes enlistments for military service, weathered structure damage, and community notices.
In April 2, a preliminary vote was held by Gan Gollats and allies amid disputes. The meeting at Utrecht and Voy discussed peace terms and potential actions while Teelingge did not support the proposed shift.
The conservative association met in convention at Millan on the day noted. Prominent figures including Mr de Wy Tillett and Mr J. Fond spoke, with Liberal opposition led by Mr. Thurber and supported by Be 0. Davla. Speakers praised Liberal policies and criticized the Government, drawing a large audience to discuss the province’s political future.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss Dr Williams Pink Pills claimed to cure various ailments in women and general fatigue. It mentions Mrs Kettle of Petrolea Ontario praising the medicine after long illness. Also includes a draft of Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul railway operations and services across multiple states and regions.
In time for the season a wide range of outbuilding repairs garden setup and home brightening items are offered. Includes seeds sugar salt garden products and wood and tool deals with emphasis on best values and lasting quality for every need.
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