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Newspaper
Barrie Examiner
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 08, 1913
Page
2
Partial OCR shows a discussion on rates for publication and a pricing note. The fragment references an advance price of 4 00 and 1.50 for a service, with a Barrie Examiner context from May 1918. Names, dates, and precise terms are unclear due to damaged text.
Residents debate whether a new registry office should be built at the Mulchster corner or atop the county buildings, arguing the corner would spoil jail grounds’ beauty while a rooftop addition could suit both business and residential needs. Barrie trade interests urge manufacturers to assess occasion and location for optimal worker environment.
A provincial report cites a Yoronto project for the Lieut Governor's residence including a $19,000 lodge cottage, $15,000 conservatory, $10,000 garage, and up to $1,000,000 total with $60,000 annual upkeep, provoking criticism over public spending and lavish entertainment plans.
Ambitious city officials plan a repeat trip with Hamilton manufacturers and wholesalers to contact key business partners. The tentative three day schedule in June lists Georgetown Towne, Cookstown, Barrie, Penetanguishing, Midland, Orillia, and other Ontario towns as part of the itinerary.
In a convoluted report, figures including Taylor Scott Company contracts, Hon. W. J. Hanna, Sir James Whitney, and Harry Maisonville are linked to funds and influence. Witnesses describe court-like testimony, with claims of attempts to conceal facts and political pressure over alleged campaign contributions and a government settlement.
The 1913 assessment report notes population shifts with Ward Six showing the only gain and most wards showing smaller increases. Exemptions declined over the year while taxable value and property figures rose, with totals for business buildings and total property tax values listed across wards.
Readable portions show student rosters and teacher notes for CRAIGHURST and CRAIG, naming Sr VII and Sr II classes with multiple pupils and teachers. Separate items mention Mrs. Walker of Orillia found dead, Reeve Walker delayed return from Toronto, and local council deliberations including a railway commission meeting in London Ontario.
The notice warns that many so called cures sold as remedies are ineffective and may harm consumers. It condemns dubious products marketed as digestive aids and urges caution against unverified medical claims. Authorities advise relying on proven treatments and consulting professionals.
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