John M. Bothwell, longtime Barrie merchant, dies at 70
John McDonald Bothwell died at his Bradford Street home on Tuesday evening after over two years of ill health. Born in Belfast, he moved to Canada in 1871 and built a prominent Barrie grocery and seed store. He served as councillor, reeve, and mayor, contributing to Dunlop and Elizabeth Streets improvements and Allandale incorporation. He chaired church boards and supported agricultural, civic, and Masonic ventures. Funeral services will be held under Masonic auspices with listed pallbearers.
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John McDonald Bothwell
Bradford St
Belfast
Canada
Barrie
W. L. Reeve
Bothwell
Dunlop St
Essa St
Robert R. Bothwell
Wm. D
Clarence
Toronto
Dunlop and
Elizabeth Sts
Allandale
Agricultural Society
The
Agricultural Joint Stock Co
Mechanics Institute
Allandale Church
D’alton McCarthy
Corinthian Lodge
A.F
A.M
G. A. Radenhurst
J. H. Bennett
J. J. Brown
R. J. Fletcher
A. P. Wilkes
T. Beecroft
Barrie Conservative Association Elects Officers
Wallwin elected president with Wm. Rusk as vice president Chas. Lower secretary and S. McAdam treasurer Officers for wards 2 6 named J Montagu Leeds J J eees W P Soules J F braigs Wm Gray Geo Wilson Tea offered at Central Methodist Church on Monday January 18th
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Wm. Gray
Geo. Wilson
Central Methodist
Barrie Dominates Stayner In 16–1 Ice Thriller
Barrie trounces Stayner 16 to 1 at Mamhoth Rink as Somerville repels early pressure. Meeking, Harvey and Keeley lead Barrie scoring with multiple counters while Stayner struggles with weak finishing and tight defense.
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Barrie
Stayner
Mammoth
Somerville
Higgs
Keeley
Meeking
Wardman
Cheer
Harvey
Steve Vair
Meekin
Wheeler
Rover
H. Kitson
A. Buie
H. Rinn
W. Emmett
J. Clark
F. Wheeler
G. Doner
Baptist Y.M.B.C. Organizes Young Men Bible Class
A meeting at the Baptist Parsonage last Thursday night formed a Young Men's Bible Class linked to the Sunday School. Officers: President W. A. Lamb, Vice President John Dodd, Secretary Roy Hurst, Treasurer Andrew Cauthers. Members include Harry Jones, George Smith, Walter Pierce. Devotional Andrew Cauthers, John Dodd. Class meets Sundays at 3 p.m. An invitation extends to all young men.
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Baptist Parsonage
W. A. Lamb
John Dodd
Roy Hurst
Treas
Andrew Cauthers
Harry Jones
George Smith
Walter Pierce
Ernie Prince
Ralph McLean
J. C. Sinclair
Mr. Williams
Barrie Mayor Outlines Inaugural Priorities and Plans
Mayor Craig addresses council outlining fiscal restraint while expanding work programs. He emphasizes avoiding tax increases, supporting workers, and advancing Armories and Carnegie Library projects. He seeks industrial growth, waterfront improvements, and new bathing facilities for youth.
Barrie Juniors Dominate Meaford in 10-0 Hockey Victory
Barrie Juniors crushed Meaford 10-0 on Meaford ice last Friday night. Meaford fought hard with grit and speed, but Barrie’s forwards and defense controlled the play and turned the game into a one sided affair. Attendance topped 600 with gate receipts of 146.
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Meaford
Collingwood
Barrie
Belcher
Harvey
Homesters
Keeley
Special Train to Meaford for Friday Barrie Match
Barrie Hockey Club operates a special train to Meaford for Friday night’s match. Train departs Barrie at 5.45 pm calling at Allandale Angus New Lowell Stayner and Collingwood returning from Meaford at 11 pm. Fare from Barrie is 1.55 dollars with under 12 half price.
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Meaford
Barrie Hockey Club
Barrie
Allandale
Angus
New Lowell
Stayner
Collingwood
Moore's Shoe Store Urges Quick Buy for Gymnasium Shoes
Collegiate shoppers are urged to hurry as Moore's Shoe Store reports plenty of gymnasium shoes in stock but notes rapid turnover. The notice signals limited time to secure a pair before sizes sell out.
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Moore's
Man Arrests For Coal Theft From Sheds
Manuel Hebner was sentenced on Saturday for stealing coal from the Lewis Co sheds. The inquiry began Friday night about midnight, conducted by Constables Sweeney and Rayner.
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Lewis,Co
Manuel Hebner
Sweeney and
Rayner
Barrie Mobilizes Third Infantry Contingent
Capt. Macdonell and Lt. Morgan to mobilize at Barrie next Monday for three new overseas battalions. The 35th Regiment to supply 100 NCOs and men and 3 officers, with about 40 from Barrie companies. Mobilization at Barrie on January 18. Soldiers must meet height and chest measurements and obtain parental or spousal consent for under 21 or married men.
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Capt. Macdonell
Lt. Morgan
Barrie
35Th
Macdonell
McClinton
J. H. Morgan
Toronto
Central Methodist Church Sees Youth Involved In Services
Young people are active at Central Methodist Church. Next Sunday the pastor will preach on church membership ahead of a February 7 reception. Evening service led by Fleur de Lys Bible Class with Mrs P A Jourdan delivering the sermon on The Place of Young Womanhood in Modern Society. Regular members urged to arrive early for seats.
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Central Methodist Church
Fleur de Lys Young Ladies Bible
P. A. Jourdan
Board of Education Meets in Early Session
The board discussed Greek instruction for a Fourth Form pupil after a Dept visit, and may extend to lower forms. Caretaker Pearce seeks $100 raise for the larger B.C.T. school or resignation. A new caretaker will be sought. Tenders were approved for shades at B.C.1. and 225 chairs for the Assembly Hall.
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Board of Education
B.C.I
Redditt
Pearce
B.C.T
Johnston & Warren
B.C.1
Assembly Hall
Globe Furniture Co
Town Engineer Granted Leave of Absence and Council Notes
The council meeting opened with Mayor Craig in the chair and promises of smooth, swift work. Alderman Wilkes led off with two communications, fire and electrical inspection issues arose, and Macdonnell faced questions over a $3.33 cheque while Miss Stephens pressed for electric lighting on High Street South.
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Macdonnell
Charles Barnes
Donnell
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Fred W. Otton
John M. Bothwell
Craig
Carnegie Library
Grand Trunk
Bayfield Street
Allandale Wharf
McKnight
Hibbelin
Oliver
Tomlinson
Parsons
Wilton
Rose
Ald
Horsfield
Communications
Ald. Wilkes
Jno
Hydro Electric Power Commission
Midland
W. i Declan
MO. F. Craig
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