23 Nov 1905
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Newspaper
Barrie Examiner
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 23, 1905
Page
1
Miss Valens invites ladies to a two week dressmaking and pattern cutting course in Barrie from December 11 to 28. The fall session costs 10 dollars and includes a free pattern system valued at five dollars. An information meeting is set for December 9 at the Barrie Public Library from one to five in the afternoon.
Notice to creditors of the estate of Thomas T. Ere lough of Beaverton Ontario who died about November 1905. Creditors must present their claims to the solicitor for the executor in Barrie on or before a specified date with details of their claims and the nature of the obligation. Executor Wellington Ault solicitor for the estate at Barrie.
A local shop invites shoppers to view its $12 and $15 suits offering a cheaper alternative to typical $20 to $25 prices. No obligation to buy, and the ad emphasizes a close look at the value and styles available.
The examiner copies are offered at Scott's and King's bookstores and at Cavena grocery Branford Street. Municipal nomination day shifts to Friday December 23 this year due to Christmas. Price rumors and bread costs are discussed with notes on a possible price rise for bread in Berry.
Town officials warn ratepayers that starting Friday December 1 a two and a half percent penalty will be added to all unpaid 1905 taxes. Tax bills must be presented when payment is made to avoid delay and inconvenience.
Barrie news notes cover Michael McConnell’s Toronto death, injuries from a wagon accident, a jolly supper hosted by J. C. Morgan, and upcoming wardenship race among Whiteside Hammell and Fraser. Local trade promotions, hotel altercations, and plans for a new planing factory accompany society events including the Royal Victoria Hospital fund drive and charity sales.
Mrs. George Hoge returns from Galt visit. Mrs Walter Doff to receive Thursday and Friday at 156 Donlop Street. Cardgian sang at Lin' Tillsopburg and stayed until Sunday. Alexander Fraser, Grand Chief of the Lots of Scotland, met The Examiner. Chummy Smith left for St. Catharines for a new position. J Jamieson of Barrie among foremen at Bin, Oippar-ain ing and Milling Co. of Peterboro with $2,500,000 capital. Toronto World notes Mrs. McCarthy to occupy old house in Beverley Street. Rev. Father Finnegan of Barrie conducted services at St Francia church. Mr. and Mrs. Herman Green of 51 Cowan Avenue, Toronto, with others, wintering in Angeles. Mrs. J G Hanley to receive on Nov 28 at Bradford Street residence and then the third Tuesday monthly. George Hindle, B A, from Prince Albert, appointed Principal of Kasle High School in Kashton, B C. Hindle, a Minesing boy, trained at Barrie Collegiate Institute. Harry Knight, Bowmanville choirmaster, visited sister Mrs Duncan Livingstone. Knight spoke at hospital graduation, Knights Templar banquet, and Presbyterian church. praised baritone and delivery.
A quiet wedding took place with immediate family present due to the bride's ill mother. The bride wore blue broadcloth with mink trim, escorted by her father, and E. W. Nerner was best man. The issue also lists local notices, ads, and requests for readers to share light on a post office name Ivy in Kesaw. The piece notes church and school events, a ready-to-wear sale, and sympathy for Mr. Harris of the American Hotel.
Ald Barton absent as council approves deposits for street openings in Dunlop Elizabeth Bradford and Bayfield areas. Reports note dangerous back streets near Penetang Road and a request for an incandescent lamp on Louisa Street. Debates over six month retention of deposits, budget constraints, and safety measures accompany talks on billboards and Dunlop crossing repairs. Public Works and Markets committees consider new scales for police and weighable market goods while noting past oversights and the Stoddart Company opening night success.
Don Cochrane presented Annie Cochrane as the unanimous choice at the Scottish Song concert in Halon Hall. Her encore demanded by the audience followed a varied program including The March of the Cameron Men. She displayed versatility with a sweet artistic rendering and genuine Scots temperament. Mrs. Cochrane will sing again next at the Preativverian church.
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