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Newspaper
Barrie Examiner
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 22, 1907
Page
8
The past few days show arrivals of shipments in sail goods from England Germany France and other parts of Europe. The beautiful new fabrics appear more beautiful than ever. The article notes progress and aims to eclipse previous efforts.
Sunnidale council met in New Lowell with full board. Meetings discussed ditch openings to river and flood risk, school levies, and a West Sunnidale drain by law. Accounts for graders culverts and road work were approved, and by laws on road allowances tax collection and local option votes were ordered.
The council debated terms for two loans to attract a foundry and a factory. A plan to loan 20000 without interest for 15 years and grant 40000 in assessments was approved for the foundry project, with safeguards to protect the town if operations cease. The Royal Gas Engine Co proposed a $10,000 factory, $35000 in equipment, employing at least 80 men yearly and a $20000 loan. The amended draft will be sent to the company for approval.
The obituary notes the death of the first secretary of the Trent Canal Commission. He is survived by a widow and three children Vivian of Baileybury Miss Jennie and R. J. at home Interment was held at Union Cemetery Monday afternoon with Rev W S Westney officiating A large number of friends attended Also a local remark on William Campbell of Tiny and firewater in Penetang and Castle Sissons.
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