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Newspaper
Barrie Examiner
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 07, 1900
Page
1
Two boys aged 13 and 14 are placed in a foster arrangement named Boece rapneis under the care of The Examiner Office. The notice requests application for the arrangement and outlines contact details for interested parties.
Local items report the 85th Regiment leaving Barrie for Niagara drill, the Str. Enterprise excursion to Barrie, and multiple area happenings. Sightings include Melrose and Bayfield residents, property improvements, an Ottawa steamship agent, and upcoming gatherings.
Monday night’s Town Fathers meeting ran over two hours with talk on extending GTBR yards on Nowan Street, new sidewalk for the Harper residence, and sewer work on Bayfield Street. The Prisoners Association seeks a grant, and bids from Strathy & Esten for $152 rise to $400 if paid in a month.
The ladies of the Congregational church will meet at Spe for organizing into an association for church work. Rev Neil Campbell of Oro Station preached at the Presbyterian church Sunday evening. Six new members were received into the church at the last monthly meeting. Abe Barrie Bible Union will donate money to the Tadian Rises nut id hot casis. Bartley and Hudson leave for confession today. Preparatory service announced for Five Points tonight. Weather permitting, a preparatory service will be held tomorrow evening at So'clock.
Fragmentary item notes a convention in a county area with officers named Jas and CAL involved. Readable text is sparse, but implies local political or organizational gathering with unspecified date and place. The fragment preserves names and labels but omits concrete actions, outcomes, or full context.
The Barrie Bulletin reports the Collingwood wedding of Dr Arthur and Miss Katharine Robertson C. C. The service at Pissbuterial church featured Rev Dr McCrae officiating with Miss Alice Cooper Ly leading the march. The bride wore grey silk with cream lace and carried pink and white florals. the groom’s party included relatives from Toronto and Bradford. After a breakfast they departed for Toronto and a month’s trip to New York, with many local wishes for a long, happy life together.
North Simcoe reports the wedding of Miss Muriel Campbell of Toronto to Mr. McCarthy of Toronto. The ceremony at St James Cathedral was performed by Canon Welch in a white pique gown with a shower bouquet. Only relatives and a few friends attended as the couple left for a honeymoon in Toronto.
A fragment notes a sample sale at Irwin's offering boots and shoes at a reduced percent discount. Readable text indicates a promotional event with emphasis on footwear bargains. Limited details prevent firm quantities, dates, or exact discount figures.
Demen Bros World's Monster Shows visited Wadena Minnesota on a Wednesday afternoon drawing a large crowd. The finale featured Rajah the elephant and boxing acts with energetic pugilists delivering knockout blows to thrill spectators.
A false report of Pretoria's surrender sparked days of revelry across Ontario towns led by Barrie and Toronto. Citizens paraded with flags, banners, and fireworks while officials postponed after midnight rejoicing. The joyous uproar featured processions, a bonfire, and songs before fading into the night.
A Barrie Collegiate Institute report honors several students including WE Gallie who earns a $90 scholarship. Victor Ross appears on the list of successful examinees at Osgoode Hall. Thos E McKee is noted for entering the bar as a future professional.
A Toronto court on May 24th sentenced Ashley Tomlinson of Angus after he was convicted of stealing a Mbiegele from Biyslop Bros and attempting to sell it in Barrie. Judge Creswicke noted the youth's prior good reputation while considering the case.
Court of Revision notes show members listed as Bennett Powell and others with addresses on Mary Street. Figures reduced or adjusted for a property assessment or tax amount mentioning $2,950 and $2,250.5. The readable text is partial and lacks full context or dates.
A court case involving disputed claims unfolds as attorneys argue over key evidence. The hearing centers on the legitimacy of a contract and the plaintiff seeks relief. Judges reserve ruling pending further submissions from both sides.
A damaged report describes a flowing well where 30 feet of clay and a pipe are involved. A heavy water surge frees sand that continues to pour in, forming piles and hollowing a basin. Attempts to clear the sand and stabilize the flow are ongoing with uncertain success.
Irwin's advertises clothing at prices lower than factory cost. The notice emphasizes bargains and discount items for shoppers seeking affordable apparel.
The minutes show May meeting details with members listed led by Donald Ross and Fletcher. A library committee reports many arrears and deferred accounts until collections. New books added include works from 1830 to 1847 and several notable titles. wholesale boots and shoes advertised. various local notices of visiting minutes and routine city events appear among the fragmented text.
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