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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Nov 27, 1902

Page

2

Prohibition debate echoes at polls and council tax case

Voters confront prohibition stance as heated public passions surge at the polls. The article notes Dr Cayen of Knox College and other figures discussing liquor control, taxation disputes, and court actions over frontage improvements and property assessments amid civic tension.

Roy Cayen Knox College Toronto Mays Gur Ceruelios Biw Luvidou Court of Hedlalin Walla Larg Wotley Iuylelod Abe Ragmnove

Acton Liquor Tax Debate and Charity Costs

A fragmentary report discusses the Acton Liquor Tax and its impact on municipal finances. It cites council disputes over charitable payments, assesses per capita alcohol spend, and mentions long term effects on town revenue and public works.

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Prohibition Debate and Local Health Ad for Nov 22

A fragmented Gazette piece outlines a Vermont style prohibition rally and a local sermon on temperance. It mentions church leaders urging unity, the forthcoming Governor race, and the expected statewide vote on prohibition. It also includes testimonials on kidney remedies and a local physician's promotion of a Pink Pill medicine.

Prohibition Vote Figures in Acton County Election

Ontario Liquor Act debate and Prohibition vote tallies in Acton and surrounding townships as published. Details list polling outcomes by community, with majorities for and against provincial liquor laws and notes on related meetings and public discussions.

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Vague Prisoner’s Quote Sparks Confusion in Fragment

A garbled excerpt mentions rooted up and a liquor trade, with phrases urging faith and work to expect a glorious victory. The text appears as a broken fragment lacking clear context or identifiable names or places.

Sale of Mantles and Winter Clothing at Bargain Prices

Dray loads dry goods from Heavy Homaspuns and others offer mantles cloaks and fur plus underwear and winter wear at reduced prices. Boots shoes and garments advertise guaranteed wear with stock described as securing good bargains and extreme discounts on wool blankets and clothing.

Gates Mlouse Mack Mercer Sik Theo

Shoes for All Customers at Moderate Prices

A local ad states the business focuses on selling good goods at reasonable prices. It emphasizes honest profits over sudden fortunes and invites customers to shop for shoes and more, claiming to cater to all lines and wearers with well managed trade.

Co. Speicht Announces New Fill Service For Pansalecher Trade

The company extends service to old customers and the public with a range of spices at fair prices. Courteous attention and twenty five years of practical experience guarantee reliable orders. Picture framing services offered with orders receiving prompt framing.

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