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Newspaper
Millbrook And Omemee Mirror
Location
Millbrook, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 27, 1906
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled names and places such as Espeth St and Junville with scattered references to Peter, Mrs. Lub, and a forthcoming appearance or event. The readable bits suggest a personal or community notice with unclear actions or dates.
Omemee News reports Charles Corneil, popular tax collector, may hold the crown for gathering in taxes. Authorities say he collected every cent on the roll for fifteen years with no costs to taxpayers, a creditable record. Also notes concerts, stray cattle, subscriber requests, and local social events with election hints and upcoming sales.
Mr. Sanley Pickup preached eloquent sermons to large congregations at the Presbyterian church last Sunday. Arthur Campbell of Toronto spent Christmas with his mother Mrs. Geo Campbell. Mr and Mrs S McCartney of Peterboro visited the home of his mother Mrs H MecCartney for Christmas. Mr Sam Russell and Mrs W H Russell visited former friends this week.
A Toronto reader publishes a plea from a nineteen year old girl left to support six siblings after their mother’s death. She seeks admission to Muskoka Free Hospital for Consumptives. the letter highlights the strain on aid for consumptives and cites Dr. Flick’s work and regional death figures. Contributions are urged to trustees and local addresses in Toronto.
A persuasive ad claiming doctors prescribe Ayer's Cherry Pectoral for coughs colds bronchitis consumption and urging readers to consult their own physician. It emphasizes trust from doctors and that the product has been sold for over sixty years.
A New Year concert under Presbyterian auspices at the Arad born Opera House in Omemee on Tuesday evening January 1 1967 features Harvey Lloyd in songs and costumes Miss Evelyn Dauvies reader impersonator elocutionist entertainer Miss Julia Choate violinist with local talent Accompanist Macpherson. Tickets 35 and 25 cents Doors open 7 pm Concert 8 pm sharp.
A promotional note touts Nerviline as a cure for weak or lame backs and related pains. It claims deep penetration, quick relief, and long lasting care against relapse, urging readers to buy Parson’s Nerviline in large 25 bottle sizes.
The Bible Close class at George Street Methodist surprised Mr. Wm. C. Switzer at 16 Weller Street with a handsome writing desk. Mrs. Davis read a message praising his patient teaching and friendship. Switzer thanked the group as refreshments followed. a memorable Christmas gesture cited by the Examiner on December 22.
A medicinal advertisement explains piles are caused by drastic cathartics and resinous pills. Dr Leonhardt's Hem-Braid is offered as an internal remedy to cure itching bleeding or suppurating piles with a one month treatment guarantee. Available for $1.00 from arag gists or The Wilson-Fyle Co Limited Niagara Falls Out.
The 1906 Christmas issue of the Farmer's Advocate and Home Magazine, London Ontario, surpasses prior records with rich content and tricolor process art. It features an eight-page panorama of the Ontario Agricultural College at Guelph, numerous wash drawings and engravings, and contributions from Canada's best artists. The volume weighs a pound net, signaling its grand size and value for farmers and readers.
An essay by Pertha Gans surveys the polite art of conversation from a negative angle listing many "donts" such as avoid long personal stories, trifling questions, prejudices, melancholy topics, and monotone delivery. It notes some people ignore these rules yet still charm others, while arguing true conversation needs balanced give and take.
An old remedy claims to cure a cough or break up a cold in 24 hours using Virgin Oil of Pine Pure, Glycerine, and Whisky mixed and taken every four hours. Buy ingredients separately to ensure purity and avoid imitations. Also offers a driving horse and harness for sale cheap at the Mirror Office.
Dr. R V Pierce promotes Golden Medical Discovery from forest roots as a tonic to aid digestion liver function and blood purity. It claims to cure indigestion biliousness torpid liver headache and constipation with no alcohol and all ingredients listed. Substitutes are discouraged and pills are recommended for constipation relief.
An advertisement urges buyers to choose Patnam's Painless Corn Extractor as the best cheap remedy for corns, claiming low price and guaranteed relief. It emphasizes affordability and effectiveness over other options with promotional language.
Prominent doctors emphasize that persistent nasal pain is due to catarrh rather than a point of injury. The ad touts Catarrhezone as a cure that reaches the root cause and promises safe, direct relief through a vapor method, available in two sizes with pricing hinted at.
An advertisement extols Ferrozone as the universal rheumatic cure. It claims the medicine neutralizes uric acid poisons, strengthens the blood, improves circulation, relieves swollen muscles and joint pain, restores sleep, appetite, and overall health, and alleges lasting cures without heart or nerve damage. It markets Ferrozone in tablet form at 50 cents per box or six boxes for $2.50.
The Municipal Council of Emily Township Victoria enacts to extend council term to two years and sets election procedures for the next annual vote on January 7 1907. The reeve and clerk schedule duties for tallying and canvassing. Readings occurred December 15 1906.
A notice states a proposed By Law will be passed by the Municipal Council of Emily Township one month after first publication in the Millbrook and Omemee Mirror on December 20, 1906. Electors will vote at the same hour and places as the 1907 municipal elections, with the same Deputy Returning Officers. Richard J. Grandy, Township Clerk.
For sale a sewing machine in good running order. Apply to W. S. Fitzgerald, Mill Brook.
An energetic man is sought to solicit orders for wall papers and other wall coverings. Samples are furnished free of charge. Best line in America. Paper changer preferred. Anyone can secure the business by showing our samples. Experience not necessary.
Harvey Loyd a Toronto entertainer known as a dealer in refined fun offers a varied program of comic patriotic and sentimental songs stories and sketches. He has engagements at Labor Concert Master Hall Song of Scotland Oinemes Thamesville and other locales with open dates for Montreal bookings noted by The Star.
An old era advertisement extols Dr Hamilton's Pills as purifying blood and boosting health. It claims gentle bowel kidney and liver cleansing, promising vitality for all ages. Price 25c at ail dealers.
The undersigned announces he has obtained an Auctioneer's License in Victoria and Durham counties and invites contact from those planning autumn or winter sales. Terms are reasonable and satisfaction is guaranteed. Apply to the undersigned at the address provided.
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