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Newspaper
Barrie Examiner
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 30, 1913
Page
1
Notice to creditors of the estate of Jacob Nicholson late of the county. The debtors and creditors must present claims and prove debts by a specified date. The estate will act on all verified claims and distribute remaining assets accordingly.
A jumble of names and snippets recalls engagements in Ontario from Toronto to Beeton and Barrie. Mentions Arthur Alexander of Titin and Alex Fender, a daughter’s engagement in Charchi Ont, and a home wedding planned at Dugeria Bince Henne area. Socials include warding of Simbson guests, Stephens’ move, and a G.T.F. advertorial.
Fragmentary OCR item mentions Allan Mally and Mrs W Smith with unclear dates and roles. Lacking context, it reads as a brief social or personal notice with several garbled names and a Saturday reference to January 25. No verifiable events or entities can be established.
Warden Simpson reports a deficit level at more than $3,000, proposing a $20,000 debenture issue to fund flood repairs and bridge work. Critics warn against raising taxes. a plan to borrow by mid Bowron area discussed, with attention to maintaining old figures and avoiding higher levy. County Council member history and leadership noted, highlighting Simpson’s four-year reeve tenure and role as chairman of Roads and Bridges.
Wed May worded items note Ash Wednesday events and a parade at three o clock, a municipal meeting in Orange Malta Hall, plus a Friday town gathering. Reports include a fire destroying a store, a craft sale, an open meeting of the Stroud Women’s Institute, and various social notices with local businesses and upcoming plays and lectures.
The Peterborough Chronicle reports the death of Bishop Richard Alphons O’Connor at St Joseph’s Hospital Peterborough on January 23. The obituary details his 40-year priestly career including his leadership in establishing parishes and a network of Sisters of St Joseph, with emphasis on education and community development across northern Ontario.
Reeve James Martin won the wardenship by a large majority at Tuesday’s election. Nominees included Reeve Tom Collingwood and Reeve Beatt of Nottawamaga, with J J Slapcon proposed as Deputy Reeve Lynn of Ply. The ceremony featured a large crowd and adherence to local customs. Officials discussed conservation, lake Simbooi, and cattle protection, urging dog owners to restrain pets. Provincial Health and public welfare matters were addressed by Dr Canton and a provincial representative.
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