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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 21, 1903

Page

2

Town Council Considers Sewer Bylaw Frontage System

The council urges rapid action to update maps and description for taxation and property conveyance. Sewers and drainage are debated under new Municipal Act provisions, with a frontage bylaw seen as fair and fiscally sensible to spread costs over years. Canada trade stance and reciprocity talk are noted as context for national markets.

Acton la Thalant Althe Chritis Henderson Nurvey W. EK Sintelr Adam Cook Nurvey Parmanent Chizean Toronto Canada Trule Bellini Hach Canule Great Britain Washington

Prohibitionists disappointed as measure postponed

May 2 article reports a disappointment among temperance supporters over the postponement of a prohibition and temperance bill. The Prime Minister and government sources say the measure will be discussed early next session after consultations. A provincial prohibition convention is planned in Gall Ove to debate the premier’s stance and potential actions.

Touosro Wasion Hoondd Danalon Alliance W. H. Ore FL Murtar Peake Twreaue Old Oatimlery Midaluy Notiow Meraliy Aivan Fairvian

Town Council Notes Petitions and Taxation Talks

Town council discusses drainage on Acton tannery drainage impact and asks for equitable tax assessment. George Hynds and James Brown move to adjourn to a Court of Revision while the council addresses appeals and cemetery usage protests.

Geo James Brown Reeve Hwockbatver Addi Alion Street Menard, Bagadinone & Cay _ Acton Gaextikakn Ghorwutttur A. O. Beandman Keatlon Gundo Acton Bram & Co Raviddan Messrs H.W. Johnston C.F. Goodeve Mans George Hynds Herd

Impeachment of Gurney Trial Sees $1200 Custody Demanded

The court ordered Mr. Gurney to place in court custody the $1,200 allegedly borrowed from Sullivan’s store as part of bribery evidence. Testimony traced funds from October 1900 to 1903, with witnesses detailing divisions and loans. Proceedings continue at Y Woolock with a late afternoon hearing and possible two-day session.

Towosro Quincy Hatunlay Une Chought Gurney Dave Sullivan Giingy Ganey Chaucally Chada Frank Bullivan Hallivan Bank Bodke Peterborough Agement Alyould

Keaq Quodiy Wownship Convention Honors Sunday School Leaders

The thirteenth annual convention of Keaq Quodiy Wownship held Sunday featured a keynote by Mr. WV Hopkins of Worllogton and a rally for Sunday School effort. Officers were elected including President J. A. Curray and Secretary-Treasurer McLewn. delegates named to the County Executive. The gathering stressed training children through home and church roles, discipline, and methodical school organization, closing with a public tea and community thanks.

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New York Hats and Summer Accessories on Sale

The notice touts New York shapes in hats, straws, vests, shirts, and hosiery. It highlights Derby caps, silk umbrellas, summer collars, belts, and the latest light undergarments. Prices promised as low as 1.25 with multiple shades and up-to-date styles.

New York Dows Ney Sumimner Angel

Historical civic meeting highlights tense approval

Report describes a local assembly led by church figures and key residents including Ms Noble and Mut Yoowa. Central votes are noted as favorable, with the conventun praised as one of the best ever, reflecting strong community engagement and leadership.

Unital Churchew van Winch Ms Noble Norval Chasen Winafad Carroch Wihilelt Ginnie Werd Piassad

Dr Harte Celery Iron Pills Ad touted with cure guarantee

An advertisement promotes Dr Harte Celery Iron Pills claiming cures for anemia and related ailments. It offers six boxes for 2.50 with a money back guarantee after three boxes if no benefit, and notes a 50 cent price per box. The text also mentions a Toronto event and a fund contribution of 4,000 dollars.

de Hartley Colery Marte

Mrs Myrtle Major Gains Relief From Rheumatism Pills

Mills Myrtle Major of Hartland New Jersey describes years of rheumatism pain in her ankles and legs. After failing with doctors and many medicines she used Dr Williams Pink Pills and reports complete relief after nine boxes with no return symptoms to this day.

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Convention Draws Teachers From Surrounding Districts

A large number of Sunday School workers attended the Teachers Convention in Waltimaad last week. Victoria Day races are planned for Georgestown next Monday with a concert in the evening. Trooper Wilwan of South Africa attended the event with Ma Me Moore on Saturday. A Kelowna trip to Tyrkey Calumbris is noted.

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