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Newspaper
Millbrook Reporter
Location
Millbrook, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 28, 1893
Page
4
The piece argues Millbrook electors should choose competent, independent leaders to ensure good government. It defends the paper’s stance as public service, not personal attack, and urges voters to base decisions on observation and brain. An herbal liniment unrelated to politics is advertised at the end.
The Reporter declines partisanship on the plebiscite but urges a yes vote to end the manufacture and sale of intoxicating liquors. It argues liberty is not harmed, cites social harms to families and youth, and warns drinking leads to ruin, urging readers to cast their ballots Monday to remove alcohol from sale.
A promotional offer states that sending 25 Sunlight Soap wrappers bearing a line about why women look older than men to Lever Bros Ltd in Toronto will yield a free pretty framed picture by post. The note urges careful address writing and notes the cost covers postage if the wrapper ends are left open.
At about 2 am Saturday the fire gutted Heaslip’s hotel in Ballieboro. John Heaslip and MacIlroy escaped from a bed room above the bar, and the family had to be let down from upper rooms as flames spread rapidly. The building, insured for 1000 with Gore Mutual, was a total loss with heavy damages and no insurance on contents. Sam Herriots supervised engine placement and is praised for prompt action.
A local ad promotes blankets and harness items with the best stock and workmanship. It mentions whips, combs, brushes and similar supplies, offering fit and satisfaction and inviting customers to call before purchasing.
Fragmentary items list social happenings, guest visits, and purchases. Mentions Miss Dennie, Miss Mamie, Mr Ainie, Ainley event attendance, W Thexions card orders, Gear spending at Dawson's, and a Rubber Coat repaired with rubber cement.
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