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Newspaper
Barrie Examiner
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 26, 1908
Page
1
A letter from Mrs A Laliberte of 34 Artill Street Quebec reports gears destroying heart and nerves. She claims to have found a cure for pains and weakness, noting ongoing trouble with headaches and tremors as she seeks relief.
A fragmented OCR passage describes a dollar bill passed around for years in a town. A man recalls spending a bard earned dollar in town, noting the note changed hands multiple times, with a twist of its origin tied to a farmer and a Brockville dwelling. A fine of 50 is mentioned in connection to Reynolds, a Brockville resident linked to the bill.
A plan to preserve historic sites on the Plains of Abraham urges building Battlefield Park in Quebec. It envisions monuments to Champlain Montcalm Wolfe Levis and others, with an Angel of Peace statue and tablets marking key events from 1606 to 1775 to honor the diverse combatants and generations. The article also notes tobacco and cigarette concerns, and local efforts in social reform.
It was learned on Saturday from reliable authority that Cardwell will be retained in his constituency. The report notes support from the county and indicates continued backing despite prior uncertainty.
The town's disposal works for a proposed sewage system would cost 75000 with sewer laying charges borne by frontage taxes. Estimated annual operating costs range from 2000 to 4000.
A fragment of a 20th century cautionary note argues against mail order firms. It claims these outfits remove money from circulation, harm local businesses, fail to support taxes or local markets, and offer no cash payment guarantees when sick or unemployed. The text criticizes sending spare cash abroad and urges supporting local dealers.
A sales letter touts the Peerless incubator as the key to profitable poultry raising by providing clean air in the hatching chamber. It argues proper ventilation prevents carbon dioxide buildup and promotes healthier chicks, claiming the device will pay for itself and offering a free book to read with no obligation.
The article criticizes Whitney for opposing public ownership of the electricity business and lauds Mr. St Aubyn's takeover proposal. It accuses the Premier of weak defense and political posturing, arguing the Niagara electric agreement would benefit municipalities. It cites Niagara companies and mentions team prize plans for final games.
The text shows garbled lines with stray phrases about an eminent authority, a delay, and a committee lead. Names, dates, places, and clear actions are unreadable, leaving only fragmented references to a matter discussed months ago and a proposed convening of a committee.
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