16 Nov 1911
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 16, 1911
Page
1
The Halton County Liberal convention boosts Dr. Nixon as a strong nominee, with Warren of Georgetown named as the party’s standard bearer. The piece praises Nixon’s perseverance and argues he will challenge Rowell for the Liberal leadership and align with a progressive platform.
Local Ballinafad event honoring Mr and Mrs David Russell Erin featured a large oyster supper with music and readings. Guests praised the evening, noting quality and hospitality, as families and friends gathered for a successful fundraising social in November.
Prominent business leaders from Toronto and Lasar Brothers spoke at a Halton church event on Sunday urging Laymen's Missionary Movement goals. Mr. Watson and Mr. Moore highlighted evangelization at home and abroad, temperance, and youth mission work, with strong support from Sunday School attendees and a pledge against alcohol and tobacco.
Conservatives met at Milton with delegates naming Dr. A. W. Nixon as the county’s Conservative candidate after deliberation. Liberals held a Georgetown convention nominating I. D. Warren with eight nominations overall, seven withdrawn. Delegates from Acton included Jno. Williams and others, while Warren secured unanimous support amid calls for party unity and Rowell’s Liberal leadership.
The council session notes the affairs of the town nearing completion with all members present. Auctions occur for stock and implements in various lots with multiple names and dates referenced. A medical note covers Afro Greene’s shoulder fracture now improving after late diagnosis by Dr Solmes.
An advertisement claims a remarkable record for curing constipation biliousness and indigestion purifying the blood banishing headaches and clearing the skin at 2c a box everywhere. The claim emphasizes health benefits and widespread availability without citing specific testimonials or dates.
The revival services featured a special singing highlight. Local helpers assisted the pastor last week and Mason Sturn provided aid. Mrs O'Brien and Mrs Ke Plummer from Rockwood visited here. Jane week notes improved health afterLast week Mrs H Wan e showed signs of improvement.
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