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Newspaper
Barrie Examiner
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 05, 1901
Page
8
Under Miss Hunt, a large staff is ready to fulfill orders with promptness for fall costumes. Early ordering is advised to avoid delays as demand is high and shipments arrive daily. The shop touts its fashionable weaves and leading position in the region for ladies' dress needs.
52-inch pure wool canvas suiting in black, thoroughly shrunk with superior finish. 48-inch covert suiting in multiple colors including light and dark brown, green, fawn, blue, navy, grey, and black, offered at special value.
A large assortment of Ladies Ready-to-Wear Hats in fawn, grey, brown, green, and black is offered from $1 to $2.50. Early shoppers gain first choice as duplicates are avoided in this department.
In Barrie on August 28 1901 a Knox College Senate conferment of Doctor of Divinity on Dr McLeod was celebrated with a gift ceremony. Miss Annie McConkey presented a pulpit gown and cassock as Mrs Moodie read an affectionate address praising the pastor. Dr McLeod thanked the donors and urged renewed congregational activity for God and community.
Local residents and visitors are listed with travels and meetings including Ed Gray visiting the city, Mrs J R Todd in Orillia, J J Gibson at the Pan American, and R E Fletcher ill with pneumonia. Ottawa and Toronto figures appear with arrivals, guest stays, school attendances, and staff appointments. a 134 lb catfish catch at the Narrows closes the item.
The Barrie markets list fall wheat and various grains with small and large peas, oats, barley and buckwheat. It shows wool and hides values, beef and lamb meat cuts, hogs and poultry prices, eggs butter and dairy costs, and general farm goods including potatoes apples straw wood and fuel.
The 35th band of Barrie performed at yesterday’s Industrial Exhibition, delivering 25 selections to the visitors and management. The 27-piece ensemble featured veteran leader George Henderson, who has guided the band for 18 years and trained many players, including former members of Toronto’s 48th Highlanders. Other longtime pillars include G. G. Smith, John Hobley, and John Scott.
The Court of Assize opened at the Court House on Tuesday afternoon before Mr Justice Ferguson. Only three criminal cases were listed arson theft of boom chains and opening logs adrift. Grand Jury duties were outlined by the judge who urged diligent inspection of jail and public institutions funded by county money.
A churchman notes that of 316 million dollars invested in U S churches at least 45 million goes into steeples. He adds that a steeple is nearly as vital to a congregation’s happiness as a mortgage, highlighting the weight of church architecture in parish life.
Chas. O. Brown of Duluth Minnesota reports a 20 year battle with throat and nasal catarrh. After using Drew's Catarrhal Powder he found relief within 15 minutes and claims three bottles nearly cured him. Sold for 50 cents.
The North America Life Assurance Company announces head office in Toronto with Barrie and Bank of Toronto Building offices. Directors include Senator Gowan and J K Osbourne. WM McCabe is Managing Director and Sir Goldman Secretary. Policies issued on Life Endowment Limited Payment Life and other classes. Assets 183,977,263.00. Insurance in force 25,0059,000.00. For further information apply personally or write to 18-ly.
Sealed tenders due by September 11 1901 for 200 cords of good body hard wood four feet long maple and beech mix not more than one third beech to Barrie County buildings by March 1 1992 and 30 tons of first class hard coal to Barrie Registry Office and Gaol in fall 1901 winter 1902. Tenders to ROBERT MURPHY Chairman Co Property Committee Box 366 Barrie Ont.
At Owen Sound on August 29 Henry Penton Jr of Toronto wed Miss Jennie Silverthorne of Owen Sound. Nesbitt-Honeywell marriages in Bradford Brantford area unite Thos H Nesbitt of West Gwillimbury with Sarah Elizabeth Honeywell of Innisfil. Died Isobel Robertson of Struan daughter of J Robins Arthur. Elizabeth Keating of Barrie aged 65, widow of John Keating.
Captain Whish received eight day notes for a building fund. Subscriptions listed include Guthrie church 500, Manuel & Baker 2000, George Coles 2500, Dr W A Ross 250, Bank of Toronto 100, Mrs C H Ross 100, Mrs Pearson 100, and Allandale dance 2000. Also mentions Crown Hill public school pupils and Christian Endeavor Society with Judge and Mrs Ardagh.
Labor Day regatta at Barrie marks first annual event with strong showing from Barrie Orillia and Toronto Argonauts. Notable results include Barrie crew Dyment Metcalf Butler defeating Argonauts, plus Toronto straightaway win and several close finishes. Owing to time, last races were not run.
Youths' single and double breasted suits for ages 12 to 17 offered at low prices from 2.00 to 3.50 and 3.00 to 3.50. Oda Pants on special this week and next at 25c to 1.00. Odd lots from regular stock included with special values on shirts collars ties caps and more.
The Great Selling of Boys Clothing for School Re Opening is announced with special discounts and restocking at local department stores. Merchants advertise durable uniforms and affordable outfits for students ahead of the new term.
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