17 Oct 1907
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 17, 1907
Page
1
A fragmented OCR page lists multiple names and events with scattered dates and places. It mentions persons such as Maclaren and Hobart, locations like Alban's and Malou, and dates around October, but most specifics are unreadable.
The Milton council considers granting factory site tax relief and extending town powers to include wind necessary for expansion. A resolution exempts factory sites from taxes except school taxes while plans aim to widen Milton to accommodate growth and improve street lighting with a 200 expenditure for wiring and shunts. The Japanese treaty discussions continue with preparations for negotiations in Tokyo led by Hon. Lemieux. Ex-Mayor Dice risks a model police magistrate role as Milton seeks municipal stability and better lighting.
A Hamilton county community page reports on a quilting event at the home of Mrs W W Gray on Thursday evening hosted by the Ladies Aid Society. Proceeds benefit a missionary society. Also noted are local visits, illness, and a church meeting at Moralingalde Pentecostal Church in Swanwan with a unanimous extension of support to Rev John L Hall of Hawkinsdon. The weather forecast and social happenings fill the column.
The Milton county fair drew strong crowds in fine weather and showcased excellent dairy poultry and produce. Judges praised the quality of fruit vegetables and crafts, noting outstanding displays and well run events, while officials ensured orderly proceedings and bright prospects for next year.
The annual meeting of the Everton Young People’s Union in Overton will be held at the Methodist Church on Thursday evening October Wad. The programme includes a film by Everton Epworth Longue and readings by G Punran and Mitch. Coulson, Eden Mill, music by Wookwood Epworth Longue, and an address by Tw. d. W. Harker. Officers listed: President 0, 1 Havel, Rockwood. Vice President Mle Paloor, Eden Milley. Secretary-Treasurer Mus M. McQueun, Rockwood.
A Yarmouth NY man reports his wife suffered two years from paralysis like pain and satatic trouble. After doctors failed, she credits Dr. William Pink Pills with removing pain and restoring strength. The testimonial urges others with similar symptoms to try the medicine from The Willamite Medicines Co.
The Halton Rural Deanery convention met Tuesday and Wednesday with high attendance. Key sessions covered Women’s Missionary Auxiliary, Sunday school interest, and deanery duties. Rev A J T Meal of Milton presided. Rev J Gavon of Nangano spoke on missionary work in Japan. the gathering included services at St Alban’s Acton and town-hall discussions on Sunday schools and missionary activities in Japan.
A reader extols the Family Herald and Weekly Star as improved and valuable, noting its selection of newspapers magazines and agricultural journals. Advertisement offers fruit stocks, currants, blackberries, raspberries, and ornamentals from Canada and invites agents to promote Herbert Raspberry and related varieties from Bowman & Son Co Ltd Toronto.
Auction sale of farm stock and implements the property of multiple owners including Keyhealny June McHowall and others. Includes thoroughbred and grade cattle sheep and fittings with herd and equipment to be offered by auctioneer. Held at a location described in transcription with various listed names and items.
From Our Men's Department for Saturday a sale offers 16 dozen men's stylish neckties at 35¢ each. The ad promises fresh styles, sensible pricing, and denounces uncertainty while urging customers to view overcoats and underwear. It touts serviceable garments at reasonable prices and invites readers to learn more about the clothing store for mutual profitability.
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