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Newspaper
Barrie Examiner
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 01, 1900
Page
2
Local store advertises wide range of goods including souvenirs and household items at special prices through February 26. Early buyers are urged to visit to secure the best stoves and other merchandise at discounted rates presented as high as five dollars off.
Fragmentary OCR mentions Sealis'leinders and a noon reception for a bulletin on new clad methods. References to can, felon, Wp Jc Andrews, Sealy, The Basesell caeceea Soeneenaee, THOMPSON CAMPBELL, Holly- P.O.
Property listing for sale describes the East half of Lot 28 in Concession 2 Oro. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR but indicate a rural parcel with standard estate sale identifiers and location. Potential buyers should verify exact boundaries with local records and contact the listing entity for full terms.
Fragments of an 19th century notice appear to reference a provincial or parliamentary application. Readable terms mention a proposed bill or petition, with names obscured and the text scattered. The fragmentary content hints at official procedure but lacks complete details or dates.
Fragmentary notice mentions Schomberg Shelburne and a route through to the Villings with a proposal extending from an unspecified area to a sequence of places. The readable text is highly garbled and leaves many names and actions unclear.
An ad for Frawley's Shoe Store touts Maltese Cross branded footwear with guaranteed first quality. It markets low prices and deep discounts on items like boots and stockings, inviting customers to shop early for best values while acknowledging broken lines in the copy.
Fragmentary notices report Willy Curtis of Tar Exawner staff, a crushed finger incident, and Lindsay's Barrie curling victory over Orillia by five points. Also included is a guilty verdict for Newsome for attempting to cut his wife's throat with a three month jail sentence. Miscellaneous ads note stock sales, bargains, and local deaths, including Mrs. Grubbe.
Inspector Mackiy presents a county report detailing inmate counts and daily costs across municipalities including Nottawasaga, Tecumseth, Orillia, Penetanguishene, and Sunnidale. It notes total expenses, keeper’s pay, hired help, capital per inmate, and a special committee report urging private sureties to settle county liabilities tied to Sanford bonds.
A fragmentary report notes Toslay Irwin linked to a case described as a fist bar leaner matter dated 2005. Details are sparse but identify Irwin and the legal action, with no further specifics in the readable text.
A lengthy letter from Capt. Cowan relays the experiences of Toronto soldiers en route to the front in Belmont and Cape Colony. It covers departure on October 25, arrival in Quebec, uniforms, drill, supply distribution, living conditions, and the daily rigors of travel while near Modder River, with notes on meals, transport in flat cars, and the emotional impact of witnessing wounded troops.
A meeting and dinner of the 38th Battalion was held at a hotel with attendees from County and local units. Mr LeRoyin, Mr MacPherson, and Leighton McCarthy led or joined songs and speeches including references to the Battle of Glencoe and national music selections, in a non political, ceremonial setting.
Public sale and social event announced for Shrove Tuesday afternoon at Hall to aid Mother Goose. The proceeds include sale of fancy goods, candy and crafts with various ladies overseeing contributions. An evening program may feature side-shows and pieced pecan contributions. further notices to follow.
A public meeting will be held Tuesday February 6 at 2 o'clock at Gouin to discuss contributions to the Royal Victoria Hospital. Ex officio attendees include ministry and church representatives. donations noted at 25 dollars and 3 dollars respectively.
A damaged fragment recounts the widow of Commander Whine ee Ce ene dor robidenciy and a morning event. It mentions a daughter of the Major and a reference to a boat or battle action. Details are unclear due to garbled text but imply a wartime context and family ties.
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