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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Nov 22, 1877

Page

2

Mare falls to Russians as Turk stronghold collapses

Reports from the war front describe Mare city seized by Russian forces after fierce defense by the Turks. The fall, along with Kars, signals strategic gains for Russia and possible momentum toward Evzereum capital. Analysts note prior underestimation of Turkish resilience and a shift to decisive blows before winter halts operations. In Marion County, council proceedings cover jail expansion, funding for eye and ear infirmary aid, and procurement plans.

Mare Forcs Milo Kars Evzercum Russia Lefora Winter Marion County Council Court House Buck Fraznr Foster Lyon McGarvin McKenzie Menzies Ramsay Robinson Warren Watson Waldie Toronto Eye Toronto St John's N. B George Blain Ontario Raine Board of Directors A. T. McComb Finlay, MecCallin Joshua VanaAllen R. Little County of Halton Wx. Panton

Wellington Dunkin Act Contest Heated Ahead of Vote

Marvin Knowlton leads nightly meetings in support of the Dunkin Act with local talent. Opponents Mr Brooks of Waterborough and E King Dodds promote the antis stress. Voting starts on the 27th amid strong expectations the Act will pass.

Wellington Marvin Knowlton Brooks Waterborough E. King Dodds

Union of Maritime Provinces Under Consideration

Premier Mr Hill of Na Scotia initiates a movement toward a union of the Maritime Provinces. Both parties plan talks on feasibility. Main difficulty is loss of provincial patronage for many officeholders. Benefits include simplified legislation and centralized executive power.

Maritime Provinces Hill Na Scotia

Thanksgiving Day Observed Across Dominion of Canada

The text notes Canada marks its first national Thanksgiving with provinces united on one day. Illinois Governor Colum urges citizens to worship, rest, and celebrate with family to strengthen domestic ties as the basis of national unity and prosperity.

Dominion of Canada Collum Ilinois

Political papers deride dissenters in harsh tone

The Toronto Telegram, Mail, and Globe attack those who oppose party lines or advocate prohibition and protection. The pieces accuse opponents of arrogance and urge moderation, warning against despotic behavior toward different social groups.

Toronto Telegram John Macdonald George Brown Mail Globe

The Future of Canada and Imperial Ties

The article surveys opinions on Canada’s future within the empire. Dr Blake argues for association to become partners in the empire, while English statesmen and Montreal banquet remarks suggest the current link is not permanent and may move toward separation or federation.

Canada Dominion Politioal History Blake Forster Liberal Party England Montreal Mac Esnzio

Quebec East Political Contest Draws Voter Attention

The political contest in Quebec East grows more engaging as both parties conduct door to door campaigns, energizing supporters and aiming to sway undecided voters ahead of elections.

Quebec East

Fire Damp Disaster at Jerniyn Colliery Causes Fatal Injuries

Scranton Pennsylvania reports a deadly fire damp explosion at the Jerniyn Colliery in the Thirteenth Ward. Two hundred workers were in the mine when the blast shattered supports, ignited lamps, and hurled coal and debris, leaving several fatally injured and others maimed.

Scranton Jerniyn Iit

Capture of Hars and Turkish losses reported

Erzercum reports Mira captured by Russians after Curka evacuated. Turks retreating toward Erzeroumwa lose 5,000 killed and 10,000 prisoners with 300 cannon. Russian losses given as 2,700. Beruin notes Germany’s semi official press says Russia refuses mediation offers.

Loxpox Erzercum Mira Curka Erzeroumwa Russisne Beruig I J Russia

Temperance debate and railway notes in Ottawa dispatch

The Telegram notes a likely early January meeting of Local Legislature to dispatch business, with a protracted session and potential overlap with Dominion Parliament. It reports on Abyssinia peace terms via Col Gordon, railway progress to Listowel, a liquor law ruling by Chief Justice Harrison, a suspicious swindle by two American sharpeners that duped farmer William Gilmore of West Flamborough, and a noted exchange market item.

Abyssinia Egypt Jarlik Alexandria Col. Gordon Muttera Africa Arratrorp Snp Huroux Listowel Crook Harrison H Is Ottawa Hins Beneft Toronto and Wm. Gilmore West Flambore Diamond Tunis Hamilton Gilmore Western Liberal Canada W. F. Clarke Cole Nma Ehiers Vhumor Sporng

Pork Packing to Rise in Western Centers This Season

Estimates indicate a larger pork packing industry in Western centers, with hog numbers up about five percent, heavier livestock, and strong condition. MP Mr. Trow praises the Fertile Belt NW for farming, noting many former penniless settlers now prospering and predicting broad land opportunities across British possessions, including free locations and North Pacific Railway lands priced from 34 to 8 per acre.

Trow Perth North West North Pacific Railway

Man Charged Over False Land Declaration in Trafalgar Case

In Toronto Chief Justice Lagarty presided over the case of Page of Bronte charged with declaring himself owner of Trafalgar land to secure funds from the North British Canadian Loan Company. The real Thomas Page, his father, testified the son forged signatures. Jury discharged after no verdict.

Abselom Page Bronte Lagarty Toronto Thomas Page Trafalgar North British ‘Canadian Loan Company Crown Page Els Napoleon Parent Ottawa Thurso Michael Ryder St. Catharines Pembroke Matthew Mangan Roderick Macdonald

Exhibition Center Blocked on Garrison Common in France

A note from the period discusses prospects in France and Toronto facing a difficult choice about future events. The Garrison Common is unavailable for exhibition use, signaling a potential shift toward clearer gains or greater scarcity.

France Toronto

Market Price List for Farm Commodities

Prices shown for fall and spring wheat oats barley peas butter eggs potatoes and apples. Ranges include fall wheat 0 78 to 0 83 per unit spring wheat 0 70 to 1 06 per unit oats 0 30 to 0 35 per unit barley 0 45 to 0 50 per unit peas 0 60 to 0 65 per unit butter 0 17 to 0 18 per unit eggs 0 12 to 0 13 per unit potatoes per bag 0 60 to 0 70 apples early per bag 0 59 to 0 75.

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