Turbulent War News and Tramp Problem Highlight Crisis
A stark wartime dispatch recalls brutal fighting at Plevna and Skobelev’s loss of men and guns while warning of strategic blunders by Russian commanders. It contrasts Turkish gains with a grim view of Russia’s campaign and urges decisive action. It also reports on a coming wave of tramp crime and calls for harsh measures against vagrants to protect communities this winter.
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Baluklava
Plevna
Osman Pasha
Suliemen Pasha
Shipka Pass
Mehemet Ali
Czarewitch
Col. Wellesley
Gens Skobeleff
Dominion Legislature to Amend Dunkin Act for Fair Voting
The text notes a plan at the next session to amend the Dunkin Act by improving voting facilities and bribery provisions, plus enforcement machinery, to ensure the act fulfills its purpose. It questions why these matters were not addressed earlier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dominion
Brant
Brantford
Ald
Claysma
Jamey Grace
Stanley Reaches Congo Mouth After Africa Trek
Stanley arrives at the Congo River mouth after crossing Africa since November 15. He endured a harsh trek with ongoing hostilities from interior tribes and fought thirty two battles. His companion Francis Pocock was killed when swept away by a river current.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanley
Congo
Africa
Hilp
Interior
Francis Pocock
Canada Fair Entries Grow Across Most Departments
The London Advertiser notes the upcoming fair in Canada will be the best yet with total entries in livestock 3 774 agricultural implements 514 agricultural productions and dairy products 1 295 fruit vegetables plants and cut flowers 1 064 arts and manufacturers department 2 264. Some decline seen in poultry fruit and field roots entries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London :Advertiser
Canada
Arts and Manufacturers’ Department
Failure of J F Macfarlane Dry Goods Merchant Woodstock
The failure of J F Macfarlane a Woodstock dry goods merchant is announced with liabilities around 60000 dollars. Principal creditors include Messrs T Jus Claxton Co of Montreal where he formerly worked. Amount due Claxton about 40000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Macfarlane
Woodstock
Mesara, T. Jus. Claxton & Co
Montreal
Claxton
County Fair Call to Exhibitors Across the County
The notice urges all households to prepare items for the annual County Fair. Officials strive for a highly attractive showing but rely on community participation. Citizens are encouraged to contribute what they can to make the fair a public benefactor.
The Third Class Certificate Debate
The Huron Expositor argues against forcing teachers with three years on a third-class certificate to leave. It urges lowering qualifications and valuing practical experience. It contends teachers should be allowed to hold third-class certificates longer if competent and receive higher pay to retain experienced staff.
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Huron Expositor
Marquis of Lorne to Visit Nova Scotia for Moose Hunt
The Marquis of Lorne is expected to visit Nova Scotia next month to hunt moose, with plans reportedly set for a royal party to explore local forests and game, amid seasonal hunting activity.
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Marquis of Lorne
Nova Scotia
Grand Reform demonstration at Gult today
A large crowd gathered today for a Grand Reform demonstration in Gult. The event drew participants from local groups and supporters amid calls for policy change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gult
Inquest Records Mary McLean Death Natural Illness
The Fergus News reports Mary McLean daughter of Hugh McLean a domestic in Mr David Brown’s Douglas household died suddenly about three in the morning on the ninth. Dr Tamblyn testified congestion of the lungs and heart disease caused death. The jury returned a verdict of death by natural sickness congestive heart disease.
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Fergus News
Mary McLean
Hugh McLean
Erin
David Brown
Douglas
Johnston
Fergus
Brown
Women urged to avoid purse use in pockets
The article warns that pockets in ladies dresses are fashionable but unsafe for carrying valuables. It notes many women use pockets as purses, which risks theft since a cunning thief could grab the purse and the owner remain unaware.
Four Cows Die Mysteriously and Siblings Found Dead
Farmer John Walker of Haat Fhiamboro reports a fatal, baffling event as four cows die in quick succession and his four sons perish within an hour. Local unrest rises as marauding tramps terrorize Pennsylvania, prompting farmers to arm themselves and protect property amid train wrecks and robberies.
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John Walker
Haat Fhiamboro
Pennsylvania
Angus Bannerman Dies at 51 in Milton Area
Angus Bannerman of the firm Douglas and Bannerman lumber merchants died at Milton on the 13th of the month aged 51. He was a member of the local lumber firm and part of the business community.
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Canada Southern
Bishop Burgess
Michigan
St. Thomas Tast
Thureday
Charing Cross
St. Thomas
Anherstburg
Baynerman
Milton
Angus Bannerman
Douglas & Bannerman, Lumber Merchants
Wheat and produce price list with regional figures
A market sheet lists Fall and Spring Wheat at 4 tal 00 and 0 tal 00 respectively, Sprouted Sori Wheat at 0.75 tal, Barley 0.50 to 0.65, Peas 0.60 to 0.65, Butter 0.16 to 0.18, Eggs 2 to 0.10, Potatoes 0.75 to 0.00 per bag, Apples early 0.67 to 0.75 per bag.
Cocoa and Health Claims in Civil Service Gazette
A Civil Service Gazette excerpt extols Epps cocoa as a strengthening beverage aiding digestion and nutrition. It argues a fortified diet builds constitution to resist disease and mentions blood purity and nourished frame. Sold by Janes Ezra & Co at Threadneedle Street and Piccadilly in London.
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Gratercy
Coxfortixa
Epps
Civil Service Gazette
Janes Ezra & Co
Homœopathic Chemist
Threadneedle Street
Piccadilly
London
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Acton
Balton County
Ont
Pas Acton
J. I Hacking
Nelo Ean Pydeland Cedress
Trvensbay
Moxsisa, Srer
Pho
Iain Skobeleff
Pot
Suleiman Pasha
Dzirewiteh
Skobeleff
Ottawa
Odd- Fellows
Welland Ro
Lulubaba River
Winnipeg
Atvacken
China
St. George’s Union
Guelph
Goderich
Manitoba
Ontario
Hamilton & Northwestern Railway
Clarksville
Lord Dufferin
Catharine Levitt
Hamilton
Atresta
Napanee
Lehigh
Arizona
France
Guaimbetta
Baloon
Walkerton
Florida
Fernandina
Aleady
USA
England
America
Brampton
Acton Maemets
Con
John Sibbald
United States
Provinces
Panees
F- Beatty
Wachington
Newersey
Secord Brothers
Charles H. Murdoch
Murdoch, Robins & CO
Toronto
Bratty
Beatty
Washington
Tailad
Montpost
RAND
Knights OF
Pythias
Calanthe Lodge
Knights of Pythiasy of
Phach Festival
Caldnthe
Gro. Hiss
F. I. Svorex
J. 1
Hacuina
C. S. Surry
Isaac Fraxcus
Daniel ‘F. Beatty
Hull
Daniel Fe Beatty
M . Washington
New
Town OF
Thos, McCrae, Pree
G. Morton
Daniels F. Beatty
Rat India
Hiven
Ania
C. Stevene
Vhockville
Dak
Jeorge Levens
Secord Bros
Mill Street
Guelpe
West End
A. O. Bucham
Pianege
Daniel F. Beatty
Washington, New Jersey
Chance
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LION
J.-D. Williamson
Rnhd
Waslington
New Jersey
Setember
Apd
P. S
Armstrong
Acton, Ang
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