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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Nov 24, 1898

Page

3

Capital and Reserve Fund Totals in Board of Directors Report

The document lists a capital total of 1,260,000 and a reserve fund of 776,000, with all paid up. It includes a board of directors section naming A.G. Ramban, Ws. Gibson, J. Turnbmrgh, HB. Steven, HM. Waton and others with roles such as Vice-President and Inspector. The text appears to be a clipped financial notice from a Toronto related organization.

Miltons of Dolters Board OF Direotors A.G. Rambax Oant Pacoron A.B Toronto Ws. Gibson MP

Local Banking Notes and Thanksgiving Optimism In Town

A colonial banking report notes general banking business with drafts payable at Canada and U S points and Great Britain balances. The issue mentions Thanksgiving, by-elections, local church events, and community notices with engagements by Knox Church and Halton Farmers Institute including lectures, entertainments, and memorial services.

Canada United States Great Britain

Reverend McCollam Retires from Georgetain Branch

Fragmentary OCR notes report Reverend Fenwell and Reverend Roger leaving Georgetain to end services at the local branch. Miscellaneous items mention a 600 watt motor, electric supply, and a price of 9.50 per cord for wood.

McCollam Ebard Viccaria Bible’ ‘Society Waa Fenwell Roger Georgetain Jh Wood -al

Local Notes From Everton On Prospects And Personal Moves

Everton notes record J as Grindell opening a paint shop in the old shoemaker’s building. D Abbott’s Morgan Crewnon drills for water. H A Hall visits from Kingston on a six week Bible tour. Thanksgiving events at the Methodist Church and Knox Church anniversary nearby. County Council meets. local political activity heats up with bye election talk and party conventions. Schools and churches listed. roads in poor condition. Mrs McDonald departs Love School. Miss Currie hired as temporary teacher. Mrs Watkins recovering health. Maggie Wilds visiting.

Jas Grindell D. Abbott Morgan Crewnon H. A. Hall Kingston Forester Bros Marshall Y of Knox Church John Neil Toronto Methodist Church Tornight T. ‘Albert Moore A. Pe Gee Nocadsythe'Torres Grits John BR. Barber Trafagar Methodias Me Orowson Ingle Knox Eden Mills J. McDonald Mies McDonald Acton Presbyterian | Obiarob McDonald Orangeville Maggia Currie Grin McDonald's Place B. “Watkina Phe Ia Misa Maggie ‘Wilds Actton

Acton lectures profit from Rev Unsworth’s varied talks

Rev J. K. Unsworth's lectures in Acton display versatility with evenings offering diverse subjects and humorous delivery. Prophecies for forty years ahead describe a model city with 15 000 people, modern facilities, and extensive manufacturing. The piece also notes social visits, local changes, and upcoming community events in the town.

J. K. Unsworth Alsctrio Acton Fabhre Meophergon An ‘Diimenss Anion Church End Bagas Tinchord Walters Swadhamer’ & Sons Popul Inn Ghhyttcal Dexerdipe Bik Ats Bowle Edward

Nervous Toronton Woman Finds Relief with Hood’s Sarsaparilla

A Toronto woman describes hours of nightly pacing due to nervousness and poor blood. After trial of Hood’s Sarsaparilla and Hood’s Pills she improves, regains strength, and resumes household duties, recommending the remedy to others.

Toronto Hood H. F. Pan

Clearance sale of Sunday School and prize books

Advertises a large stock of Sunday School and prize books at clearance prices. Offers to forward selections to schools and cover charges prepaid to a given address. Lists sample titles with prices and invites readers to visit the shop to view the stock.

Chag

Astrachan Jackets and Caperines in Fine Fur Fashion

A catalog note highlights Astrachan jackets and caperines in a wide range of fur styles including great variety and fur lined cloaks, signaling fashionable outerwear options.

Astrachan

Thanksgiving Prices Spark Weekend Busy Shopping

Shoppers are urged to expect notable discounts after the Thanksgiving holiday. Stores anticipate two very busy days Friday and Saturday with planned surpluses in select values to meet demand.

Holiday Sale Drives Interest in Dress Goods Department

The Holiday Sale feature intensifies interest in the Dress Goods department. Fancy black dress goods drop from 85 to 65 cents, and black and colored dress goods from 66 to 43 cents. Glove sales surge with guaranteed French gloves at 1.25 now priced to 0.83. New silks, ribbons, teas, groceries, table linens, and men’s shirts offered at reduced prices with home delivery and Christmas baking supplies.

Priestley

Overcoats Offered In Wide Range For Men and Boys

On display are durable wearables including Blizzard Coats with storm collars and long Ulsters for youths and men. Tailor made and ready bought coats with strong value claims, featuring wool Beswey dress coats, Kersey, Moscow Beaver, and Navy or Brown finishes, all marketed as money worth bargains.

Complete and natty Dress Goods at rock bottom prices

A retailer asserts the best ever range of dress goods and questions readers about suitable clothing for the coming cold weather. Emphasizes low prices and broad selection available on counters.

Winter millinery sale with fur trims and hats

An advertisement runs for a large winter millinery sale offering furs hats and trims. Items include storm collars sable and coney options with prices from 1 to 9 dollars, with early winter styles and a workroom for on order trimming plus rail freight considerations for large orders.

Valle O . Militinery Fele Express Neareal Ntario

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