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Newspaper
Millbrook And Omemee Mirror
Location
Millbrook, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 11, 1908
Page
2
Local notices report gardening advances as R J Hutchinson adds a thousand strawberry plants and T Luxon installs a clay hydraulic water pump. Market prices: eggs 7d, butter 16c-17c. horse buggy for sale. numerous community meetings and outings scheduled including foresters picnic June 16 1908 and an Orange excursion June 16. Residents mentioned include J Paul E Christie Rev A L Brown and W D M.
A Toronto World note praises Sam Hunter FiresWorld's genial cartoonist for his depiction of Premier Whitney and his administration. The cartoon, seen on another page, is claimed to have helped shape public sentiment and contributed to the progressives' win on the eighth inst. and to eclipse speeches and literature in effectiveness.
Pleasant afternoon at the Brook side Tawling Greed highlights a grand sale featuring Old Reliable Star Band Portland Cement and lime products. Early pricing lists New Brunswick and Pelleville Cement, roof shingles, and lime, with Millbrook and Peterborough Bankers in a lively local rink contest accompanying the event.
Luella Melvor daughter of Thomas Melvor and J Austin Newton eldest son of John Newton united in marriage at Mr Jas Paul’s home on June 3 with Rev. William Johnston officiating. Bridesmaid Edna Hutchinson flower girl Mildred Newton. The couple to spend time in Toronto and Niagara before settling in Cavanville where Newton becomes a leading merchant. The Mirror extends warm congratulations.
J J Preston M P The Man Who Set the Pace reports on Ontario provincial results. Conservatives sweep East and West Victoria Toronto Yorks and Northumberland while Liberal losses widen. Whitneys government follows a strong showing with unprecedented support across Dundas and related districts.
Changes announced at Bay of Quinte and Tandsay include pastors reassigned among Bethel Bayside Manilla Baltimore Roseneath Dalrymple Norham Bridgedorth Bethany Warsaw Bridgemouth Cavan Hilton Alderville Bethel Mauaulia and a one year continuation for Rev R Duke as ex president of nf superan nuated. A new Peterboro station to be St James Church with Rev H M Manning overseeing. Ida Garden Party at Mr Louchburns Friday June 19 with program details on bills.
Merrs H Campbell and H Argue attended the funeral of their cousin G Argue in Manvers last week. Miss Ethel ao has gone to Among those who took up the excursion to Guelpay are the following. The Lacrosse Club are booked for a game with Port Hope next Monday. The death of Mr John Mulligan of Port Hope took place on June 3. He was a respected resident and former Midland Loan Co and Gas Co official. In politics he much Conservative.
4A Rainbow Saintl and G to be held under the 20 Ebenester EL at Mr. Eoter Cedar Grove Frida 1908. Franklin and Omemee Sr. Clubs meet with an Al suppert ed fran 5.306108. The Mill ita8 Band will render Ban Vocal Quartettes Duetts. Cream candies and treats. Reverend Dr Marvin Pastor M Kee Assistant Perey Ss
An old health ad touts Nerviline plasters to treat muscular pains and backache while claiming Ferr zone provides energy. It warns of fatigue from poor nutrition and promotes Ferro as a daily tonic with strong claims of restoring vigor, selling 50 cent boxes.
The funeral of the late Mrs Henderson, a respected citizen, was held at the house and conducted by Rev Feney. Four sons and two daughters survive. Deg had been ill for some time, with weakness attributed to aging and the care of skilled physicians. The Mirror extends sympathy to the bereaved family.
Fragmented report notes an era linked to "old standard" parador and acid preparations, mentioning Shea and Putnam. The indistinct account suggests a long possession or use spanning about five decades with a focus on painless methods.
Principal W. J. Ebhert announces the school remains open during the summer to accommodate students. The event sees higher attendance than ever, with emphasis on preparing youths for securing employment through a handsome catalogue and improved offerings.
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