Millbrook News highlights local society and events
Miss Blanch Adams of Lind spends Sunday with brother R. T. Adams. On Feb 12 the Francis Firth Operetta Company performs at Town Hall with Gie auspes of age Public Library. Five actors promise a varied bill after last spring's Beggar Student. Admission 35c, children 25c. posters for details. Also notes on County Orange Lodge meetings in Millbrook and Belleville with remarks from Bro. Mercer and Bro. Collins. T. J. Lang promotes harness and accessories in Millbrook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blanch Adams
Lindsay
R. T. Adams
Francis Firth
Town, Hall
Millard
Bros
Evans
D.M
Charles
H. Merifield
G. E. Mercer
Port Hope
County Orange Lodge
Mibralg
Mirror
Bro. Mercer
Move up the ladder of success quote and advice
A concise motivational piece urges rapid advancement without harming others, then shifts to local promotions and prices for Mixed Chop, pure Corn and Oat Chop, Ontario Flour and Manitoba Flour at Byam's. It notes the funeral of David McIlmoyle in Centreville and mentions Mr John Huffman recovering from illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario
Manitoba
Byam’s
David Mcllmoyle
South Monaghan
Presbyterian
Centreville
John Huffman
Jack
East Durham County Orange Lodge Elects 1908 Officers
The East Durham County Orange Lodge met in Millbrook and elected 1908 officers led by C M Jas H Paul as County Master and A J Henderson Chaplain. After installation by Bro Evans, brief addresses were given. a letter of regret to Bro R H Holland was approved. next session to be held in Millbrook. The article notes rising membership and enthusiasm, predicting a strong year ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East
Millbrook
Jas. Paul
Bro. Paul
Grand Lodge Meets at Port Hope in March
The Grand Lodge of Ontario East will convene in Port Hope on March 18, inviting as many Brethren from the district as can attend.
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Grand Lodge
Port Hope
Grand Lodge of
Ontario East
Bethany Edges Millbrook In Away Hockey Tilt Five Two
The Bethany hockey team defeated Millbrook 5 to 2 in Millbrook on Thursday evening. Millbrook plans a comeback at home in the return game. Cold weather did not deter a good crowd of enthusiasts. Lineups included Coulter in goal for Bethany and Mitchell for Millbrook, with officiating by Mclvor and Donnelly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethany
Millbrook
Coulter
Mitchell
Hamilton
Sandy
H Howarth
Tompkins
Brereton Rover
Nattrass
Walsh
Handley
Price R. W
Dawson
Hanna L. W
Dunford
DeLong
Mclvor
T Donnelly
Horse Show Week in Toronto at St Lawrence Arena
Toronto hosts a horse show week at St Lawrence Arena corner Jarvis and King Streets February 12 to 19. No railway certificates required for transport. Round trip single fare tickets on Ontario lines February 11 12 and within 75 miles February 13 14 good to return through February 15.
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St. Lawrence Arena
Jarvis and
King Streets
Toronto
Ontario
Storm Delay For Casket Delivery In Monaghan
Mr W Walter Gillott and Mr Norman Lock set out Saturday at 5 pm to deliver a casket in South Monaghan. Storm forced a halt about half a mile past Mr Thomas Donaldson’s, where they found shelter for the night. They resumed next morning, did extensive shovelling, and reached the destination by noon. On return they were hosted by Messrs Finnimore near Millbrook, then walked to Millbrook. Gillott and Lock thank Mr Donaldson and family Finnimore and Mr Arthur Wood for hospitality and aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Walter Gillett
Norman Lock
Monaghan
Thomas Donaldson
Mr Donaldson
Millbrook
Finnimore
Messrs
Gillott
Lock
Mr. Gillott
Donaldson
Arthur Wood
Selling Out Westward Sale of Lumber and Supplies
WM. THEXTON advertises a May move to the West and a grand sale of stock including 700000 shingles 400000 feet of lumber and various grades of cement coal and lath at cost prices. Outstanding accounts urged for settlement and 100 acres of Zion Line land ready for crop is offered cheap.
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Zion Line
Fencing and farm supplies offered with March rebate
An 1908 Millbrook note advertises fencing options from 30 cents per rod to 1.75 per foot, with six makes available and a two cent per red rebate for orders placed before March 1. The seller, A Payne, also markets steel gates, steel shingles, siding, ceilings, hayfork goods, hardy nursery stock, and a secondhand straw cutter, with shop hours on Mondays and Saturdays. Also notes a local birth and a death in Monaghan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galt Art Metal’ Co
Canada
James Donaldson
A. Payne
Millbrook
Blended Flour Boosts Ontario Wheat and Mills
Ontario millers prove blended flour from Ontario and Western wheat yields superior bread and pastries, boosting demand for Ontario wheat. Farmers are urged to stop buying Western flours, keep mills running at capacity, and lower bran and shorts prices by increasing blended flour use. This shift could raise Ontario wheat prices and aid dairy and livestock sectors.
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Ontario
Manitoba
Manity
Toronto
Maritime
Alberta
The Ailments of Women and Kidney Health Claim
An 19th century advertisement links female illness to kidney vitality and promotes Dr Hamiltons Pills as best for women. It touts kidneys as tied to female health and promises cleansing benefits to support Nature's work. A humorous anecdote about a clerk and a woman shopper follows, ending with a quip about a blanket on the last shelf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Hamilton
Mr W S Pickup heads for Halbrite Saskatchewan
Mr S W Pickup starts Monday for Halbrite Sask with luck hoped for if storm stays away. Friends join in wishing him well as he travels. Mr and Mrs John Ritt hosted a village gathering Monday night with games and music. Refreshments were served and guests praised the hosts as splendid entertainers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Ritt
Pitt
Paying Debts and Clearing Accounts for 1907
The piece advises settling debts before the new year. It notes some pay cash while others incur debts, urging business people to square up 1907 accounts at once. Paying off credit improves mood and finances for all who extended credit.
Simple prescription for backache kidney and bladder relief
A New York daily features a straightforward remedy combining Fluid Extract Dandelion Compd Karyon and Compd Syrup Sarsaparilla. A local druggist notes ingredients are harmless and affordable, with claimed benefits for kidney function and toxin removal. Also announces Japanese operetta Dolya the Tea Girl at Millbrook Town Hall next Wednesday under the Public Library.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Bright
Dolya the Tea Girl
Millbrook
Public Library
Verda Challice Weds Isaiah Strong at Millbrook Manse
Miss Verda Challice eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs John Chalicewes of Cavan Township marries Mr Isaiah Strong of Manvers Township at the Presbyterian Manse Millbrook on February 5 with Rev Wm Johnston officiating. After the ceremony the couple depart for their future home in Manvers as friends extend best wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millbrook
Verda Challice
John Chalfkcewes
Cavan
Isaiah Strong
Mangers
Wm. Johnston
Manvers
Nerviline Promises Quick Relief for Toothache and Aches
An old advertisement claims Nerviline relieves toothache earache neuralgia and stiff neck by filling cavities with batting dipped in Nerviline and applying to the area. It suggests facial swelling baths with Nerviline and flannel, touting a two cent bottle as curing aches for the whole family.
Pry Entertains Sunday School Class and Friends
Mr J W Pry hosted his Sunday School class and several friends at his home Friday evening. The gathering included games and music, with an excellent supper and a happy, enjoyable time for all. Among the guests were Mr Louis Fry and Miss Dolly Fry of Bailieboro.
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J. W. Pry
J. W. Fry
Louis Fry
Dolly Fry
Bailieboro
Millbrook Curlers Defeated by Port Hope Visitors
M R H Edmunds organized a curling match at Port Hope on Tuesday featuring two Millbrook rinks against two Port Hope rinks. Millbrook's team included G Dean J Allen J Deyell J Dawson C H Winslow R Edmunds J Steele with Needler as skip. Port Hope players were not fully listed. Millbrook scored 14 11 12 10 across games. Millbrook admitted limited practice yet performed respectably. Messrs Walsh Nurse and Hunter joined the team for the trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. R. H. Edmunds
Millbrook
Port Hope
G. Dean
J. Allen
J. Deyell
J. Dawson
H Winslow
R Edmunds
J. Steele
Needler
J Steele
C Needler
Messrs
J W. Walsh
R. Nurse
A. Hunter
Town Council Minutes Detail Millbrook Feb 3 1968
The Millbrook town council met at 8 p m with Reeve W Given and councillors I E Needham J D Deyell W Thexton and Chas Thorndyke present. Discussions covered wood supply contract awarded to Mr with price $190 per cord for 25 cords and wood cut four feet long with sawed ends. Printing committee report referred back for award. Mrs D Fisher tax rebated after deputation. Road hole fixed by Mr Lord for 50. Petitions to Legislature signed. Auditor's report accepted and copies printed. Treasurer to issue $5 per auditor as required. Several accounts approved totaling $158 for E Wetherup and others.
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W . Given
I. E. Needham
J. D. Deyell
W. Thexton
Chas Thorndy Ke
Deyell
Thorndyke
Thip
Bods Wood
Devell and Needham
Conn. Thorndyke
Conn Needham
Wm. Archer
J Steele
D. Fisher
Coun
Thexton
Devell
Council grants fifteen dollars to band members sequel
A deputation of band members Messie G A Duncan G E Bornhaw H G Dunford and Dr Fisher waited on the Council and asked for a grant. On motion of Coun Needham, see by Coun Thexton, a grant of $15 was made. Council then adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
JJ Russell
Mitchell
Walter Bruce
Edion
Abanseis Slipis
Donal
Joe Hallman
Win Kinyoun
Duffaran
John Hurlean
Snow
MD Sesees
Russell & Son
COB
EK Russell
R Deyell
Messie
A Duncan
E Bornhaw
H G Dunford
Fisher
Coun Needham
Coun
Thexton
Pretty Home Wedding of Miss Fanny Lunn and Mr Fred Winslow
A refined wedding took place at the home of Mr and Mrs Chas Lunn on Wednesday January 22. Miss Fanny Lunn and Mr Fred Winslow exchanged vows at 3 oclock in a drawing room ceremony led by Rev W Brown. A lavish supper followed with toasts and dancing accompanied by music from Messrs Wm Crocker and Wm Rusk. The bride received many costly gifts and warm congratulations from friends.
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Speeal
Chas
Lunn
Fanny
Fred. Winslow
Crocker
Rusk
Social Evening for Miss Hamptons Bible Class
Miss Hamptons Young Mens Bible Class enjoyed an evening with addresses by Rev G R Clare and Mr R Clarke, plus a mouth organ solo by Delbert Sanderson. The debate on city versus country opportunities was won by the country side by one point with O Brien praised for his leadership. Refreshments followed as members planned a future public debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Adams
G. E. Burnham
D. H.thexton
W. A. O'Bnan
F. RB. McMahon
M. Pethick
Mr. Clare
Messrs
R W. Clarke
J. L. Byam
O'Brian
Clare
Leonard Smith
Snowbound Roads Delays and Local News From Omemee
Roads are blocked as snow-clearing continues in Omemee. A correspondent notes concerns over losing Mr Beatty owner of a prominent hotel and questions about license compliance. Reports mention local hockey games, agricultural courses in Lindsay, and small-town economy with scarce poverty. An ad highlights hotel supplies and a historical note recalls America’s first printing in 1639. The Mirror extends best wishes to Mr Beatty and mentions staff changes at The H Publishing Co. Toronto.
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Beatty
Prietor
Dominion
The
Mirror
H. Publishing Co
Estaulis
Toronto
Jack
Mirror Office
Minty
Waipole
Rev Percy B Thorn Inducted at Colborne and Lakeport
On a Wednesday evening Rev P B Thornton was inducted into Colborne and Lakeport Churches with Rev Sterling Skeene and Be Bourg addressing the new minister. The service drew a full church, with welcoming addresses by resident ministers and a temperance refreshment period. The event was described as promising and well received, with hearty congratulations from nearby clergy.
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P. B. Thornton
Colborne
Lakeport
Brighton
Sterling
Skeene
Baltimore
Bebourg
Thornton
Eouti
Me the vacancies election report lists council candidates
The fragment reports vacancies in fiNe and names candidates Reeve Georges Councillors K G David Gahan Rogers and Satie. Dev Lu is noted in Ei day Toweship. Albert Archer is mentioned as beloved, aged 11 ten days, on January rth.
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Georges
David Gahan
Rogers
Satie
Albert Archer
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Bank of Toronto
J. B. L. Grout
Omemee
H. A. Sims
W. H. Sowden
Henry Mulligan
H. Mulligan
Millbrook News
Bro
T B. Collins
Belleville
Collins
Mr. Collins
T. J. Lang
Snday
J& Son
L. S. Clarry
Charles Thorndyke
Clarry
County Orange Lodge Meeting
Storm
WM. Thexton
R. Ruddy
David McIlmoyle
J. Steele’s
Stone
Wellington Fonsi
Ghitario
Torento
Montreal
1817
London
England
Chicago
Spokane
Mexico
Newfoundland
Ontario Bank
G Dean
Millbrook Branch
Council Chauber
Needham
E Wetherup
Conn C UN
Eevee Wees
Roge
McComb
MeIvor
McNeish
Melvor
Costes
Guthrie
Lord
G Turner
Glamorgan
Montgomery, M. D
Turner’s Drug
V. D. Stinson
Fenelon Falls
R. J. Courtney
Guelph
Cie
Ame
Percy B- Thorn
Colb
DEV
Annie W. IV
Munn &Co
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