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[Welland Tribune, 14 November 1884]
THE TOWN SAFE- Our council have purchased of Graham & Co. the large safe belonging to the R. Balfour estate for the safe keeping of the town records and documents. This safe went through the great fire at Port Colborne, preserving its contents safely, in which it was put in as good shape as new and guaranteed. It weighs nearly three tons and was purchased at the ridiculously low price of $100 as its former owners, having closed up business at Port, had no further use for it, and did not wish to incur the expense of removal.
THE old fire hall is being repaired at a cost of about $400. This will fit up the lower storey so that the water in the boiler may be kept from freezing during the winter, but does not include the erection of a hose tower or the finishing of the second flat. The Council will probably continue to accept Messrs. Beamer & Sullivan’s hospitality during the winter.
[Welland Tribune, 1 January 1897]
When the market question was first under consideration, THE TRIBUNE persistently advocated one market day a week, believing that one good market day was better than two or three poor ones. The one day market was not accepted by the council, and now we struggle along with one, two or three, according to the season- but none are looming red-letter days in town. Dunnville, however, saw that there was an opening for a famous one-day market in this section of the country, knowing that Buffalo buyers would come a reasonable distance for produce, etc., if they could be certain of meeting a sufficient number of sellers to make it an object. Dunnville established her Tuesday market day, and the success of it is phenomenal. On Tuesday before Christmas, an eye witness says there were over four hundred teams in town, and that the streets and stores were crowded with buyers and sellers. Tuesdays are like county fair days in Dunnville now.
[Welland Tribune, 27 May 1898]
In reply to the statement in the house by Mr. McCleary, member for Welland, to the effect that the Grand Trunk railway were persistently substituting American officials for Canadians on their road, Mr. Logan made the following statement on behalf of the G.T.R. Management. – “The statements made are so broadly indefinite that is is difficult to see just what the accusations are. It is quite true that certain American officials have been given positions on the Canadian portion of the Grand Trunk railway, just as it is true that there have been several Canadians who have been placed on that part of the road which lies in American territory. But to say that it has been the policy of this railway to persistently import alien labor is not a statement of the facts.”
[Welland Tribune, 9 December 1898]
Warden Cronmiller marked his retirement from the chief legislative position in the county by a supper to the county council and county officials, at the Mansion house, on Wednesday evening. All the county councillors were present except Mr. Pew, and in addition there were Sheriff Smith, I.P. Willson, clerk county court, &c., County Clerk Cooper, Treasurer Hobson, Solicitor Raymond, ex-councillor S.J. Sidey, George Cronmiller of Welland, Thomas White of Port Colborne and J.J. Sidey and T.H. Sears, representing the Welland press. The spread was said to be the finest ever laid in the town, embracing substantials and delicacies in profusion, and reflecting the utmost credit on mine host and hostess, Mr. and Mrs. Wall.
Warden Cronmiller presided, with ex Warden Morris in the vice chair. Many excellent and interesting speeches were made, and we regret that time and space enables us to give little more than the toast list.
The first toast in every loyal assembly- “The Queen, God bless her,” was given from the chair and responded to by “God Save the Queen.”
The Warden then welcomed his guests with a clever and pleasing personal reference to each.
“The Army and Navy,” was received with “Britannia,” led by Mr. Hobson, and acknowledgments made.
Col. Raymond, who took occasion to eulogize Major-General Hutton, the new commander of the Canadian forces. He said General Hutton was energetically backed by the Government-he believed under inspiration from the Home Government-and as a result he predicted a great change for the better in the Canadian militia during the next five years. The speaker thoroughly endorsed the maxim that the best way to maintain peace was to be prepared for war, and closed by thanking the county council for their liberal grants to the local volunteer force whenever solicited. (Applause.)
Maj. Cruikshank said we are all proud to be a part of the British Empire, and particularly proud of the British army and its noble deeds. Dargai and Khartoum were recent instances of unparalleled achievements by the British arms. It was the only army recruited by voluntary enlistment, except that of the United States. Other armies were merely nations in arms. The British army was a small army and constantly employed, therefore up to the highest state of efficiency. It was the vanguard of civilization. Peace, law and order followed the British flag. As for the British navy, it did police duty on the seas the world over, and was so overwhelmingly strong that its strength was never tested. He hoped the people of Canada would have the patriotism and good sense to join and aid Maj. Hutton and the government in making the volunteer force of Canada our national army in fact, and he hoped more of our citizens would visit the yearly camp at Niagara and see for themselves the good work being done. (Cheers)
Vice Chairman Morris gave the toast of the evening, “The Warden.” In doing so he referred to the fact of the county council of this year having broken the record by transacting the business in sessions aggregating in all only eight days, attributing this unparalleled shewing as largely due to the warden’s faithful and energetic discharge of his duties.
The toast was drunk with vim, and “For he’s a jolly good fellow.”
Warden Cronmiller made a most suitable and practical address in reply. He thanked the assembly for the honor done him, declaimed undo praise, and complimented the council on having worked faithfully and as one man in the public interest. As for himself, he had done his duty only. If he had failed in any instance the omission was not wilful neglect. He attributed the phenomenal success attending this year’s council as largely due to the banishment of partyism from the council, which had followed the new order of things. He credited Ex-Warden Morris with having started the ball of economy rolling. He was proud to be warden of a council that had made such a record. He was proud of the County of Welland-the noblest county in Canada. Referring to county matters, he said the county was now almost free of debt, and would be wholly so in a few weeks, and that the Industrial Home net expenditure had been reduced to $2700, less than that previously paid by the county for the support of the insane destitute alone, whilst the deserving poor of the county were provided with a home in which to pass their old age in comfort. In closing, the warden stated his intention of retiring from municipal life at the close of the present term, but he hoped all the councillors’ would be re-elected if offering, as they deserved well of the electors. (Cheers)
“The County Council,” proposed by G.L. Hobson in a neat speech, drew responses from several councillors. Mr. Morden gave an excellent, practical address, dealing particularly with the tramp question. He thought the professional tramp should be squelched. H.N. Willson spoke on the county home. R. Moore advocated drilling of school boys as a means of instilling patriotism into them and preventing consumption and all narrow chest diseased, as well as thus building up a bulwark for the national defence, Mr. Steele paid a feeling tribute to late County Councillor Wm. Brown of Wainfleet. Mr. Upper announced himself as the unvarying friend of two classes-the farmers and the volunteers. Mr. Morris said he represented the oldest industry on record, fruit raising, first mentioned in the history of Adam and Eve and the apple tree.
Mr. Morris gave “The County Officials,” responded to by I.P. Willson, Sheriff Smith, Clerk Cooper, Treasurer Hobson and Jailor Coulson, all of whom spoke of the most cordial relations existing between the county council and the officials.
Mr Morden gave “The Civil Service,” coupled with the name of S.J. Sidey, who appropriately responded, joining with all in congregating the warden on his well-merited honors, and hoping that his farewell to municipal life might not be final.
“The Press,” by Mr. Morden, responded to by J.J. Sidey and T.H. Sears.
Mr. Wilson gave the sentiment, the pioneer county councillors of the county, which was duly honored.
Col. Raymond gave “Our Manufacturing and Commercial Interests,” responded to by George Cronmiller and Thos. White.
Mr. Cruishank gave “Our Absent Member,” Mr. J. Harrison Pew, “For he’s a Jolly Good Fellow.” Mr. C. said he was not only this but a fair, square, upright, honorable man, and a wise and broad-minded councillor.
“Our host and hostess,” closed the list.
The addresses during the latter part of the evening were of a classical and sentimental nature to which it is impossible to do justice in an abbreviated form, therefore we content ourself by enumerating the list only. At the usual hour the happy function was brought to a close by the time-honored performance of “Auld Lang Syne,” and all retired with a most pleasant never-to-be forgotten addition to memory’s repertoire.
Tribune and Telegraph Again Issues Its New Year Souvenir
Postage Must be Sent When the Calendar is To Be Mailed
[The Welland Tribune and Telegraph, 2 December 1926]
Each December for half a century this paper has issued a calendar for its subscribers and patrons and in keeping with this old custom the calendar for 1927 has been prepared and is now ready. The new calendar represents a considerable departure from any that have heretofore been issued. Its picture is that of a beautiful garden and a beautiful maiden therein. It is of such beauty that you may be led to believe it is not native. But it is native. The garden is that of Col. Hugh A. Rose, and the young woman who stands barefoot by the lily pond is Miss Phillis Goodbarne of Fonthill. The picture is a reproduction of a photograph by that incomparable artist, Walter A. Dixon. Because of the picture it is and the associations it has, we predict that this calendar will prove more popular than any we have ever issued. It is free for the asking, but you had better ask soon if you would not be disappointed. A calendar will be sent by mail to any address on receipt of postage.
Calendars will positively not be given to children unless on a note from mother or father.
[Welland Telegraph, 10 July 1903]
If Port Robinson can arrange to take five telephones on a single line at $15 per annum each, the telephone Co. offers to give a free connection with Welland.
The noxious weed inspector is out after the tall thistles, sweet clover, burdocks and marguerites this week with a mowing machine and a scythe. Only one man could be found to work the scythe.
A burst in the water pipe on East Main street, opposite the old lock-up, undermined the stone road last week, and a horse went through and injured its leg. The break was repaired Monday.
The quarterly meeting of the Board of Trade could not entice a quorum on Wednesday evening. Ice cream and swimming were the counter attractions.
$1,000,000 Federal Charter Granted Metals Chemicals Limited
SMELT COBALT ORES
[Peoples Press, 9 March 1915]
Announcement is made that-Metals Chemical Limited has been incorporated by Dominion letters patent, with authority to take over the business of the Metals Chemical Company, Limited, now conducted at Welland under a provincial charter. The company will have a capital stock of $1,000,000 and head office in Toronto.
Dr. Richardson, who is at the head of the plant here, stated to the Press yesterday that the new concern is a reorganization of the old company on a broader basis. The added capital will enable the company to increase its capacity and extend its work here. It is expected that an addition to the plant will be built in the spring.
The company carries on the smolting and refining of Cobalt, nickle and silver. From 50 to 60 men are now employed.
The same officials will hold office in the new concern.
GIVES NOTICE OF LIBRARY BYLAW
Alderman Dick gives notice of bylaw to establish public library.
Alderman Dick is till boosting the Carnegie library scheme. At Thursday night’s town council meeting he gave notice that at next meeting he would introduce a bylaw establishing a public library. This, as will be remembered, is the preliminary step toward accepting the Carnegie offer.
[People’s Press, 3 July 1906]
The first Bell telephone in Crowland was installed yesterday, in the residence of H.L. Schisler.
Messrs. James Morwood of town and Joliffe D. Reilly of St. Catharines will enter into a partnership to carry on a boot and shoe business here.
Mrs. A.E. White is moving her millinery business just across the street to the house on corner of Frazer and West Main street, where the business will be carried on as heretofore during the erection of the new building on the old stand.
NEW BLOCK- Owing to difficulty in the way of moving the frame building heretofore occupied by Mrs. A. E. White as a millinery store, it will be torn down to make room for the new building to be erected on the site, by Mr. White. The new building will be a a two-storey brick, 41 feet front, with basement, and will make two stores. The building will be begun and completed as soon as possible.
[Welland Tribune, 10 September 1914]
A break in the water main under the pavement at the intersection of Muir and Division sts. has been discovered. The pavement will have to be torn up at this point to make repairs. This is the first serious break that has occurred underneath the pavement.
It is likely the pavement will also have to be torn up on East Main St., in front of the Welland Electrical Co’s office, where an auto owned by Dr. S. E. Boulter of Niagara Falls South struck a hydrant and bent it over to an angle of 45 degrees. The hydrant will have to be taken out and to do this, it is thought a break will have to be made in the pavement. The auto was not put out of business by the encounter and proceeded to the Falls. It was driven by a young man.
COLDEST LAST WINTER 4 BELOW IN MARCH
[Welland Tribune, 15 January 1914]
After an unusually mild winter, a cold wave hit here on Monday night bringing the mercury at the court house down to 11 degrees below zero. Increasing in intensity on Tuesday, below zero was registered that night. Last night the cold wave departed as suddenly as it arrived.
While the ice dealers and hockey players welcomed the cold weather, others suffered. All over town water pipes were frozen in the houses and plumbers had more calls than they could attend to. On one street alone eight houses had frozen water pipes, the householders have been spending much time thawing them out.
The coldest weather last year was in March, when 4 below was registered. Two years ago the mercury went down to 20-below on one occasion.
Train service was considerably interfered with by Monday night’s blizzard and severe weather, but no blockades occurred locally.
The gas supply proved excellent throughout the cold snap very fortunately.
Very low temperatures were registered throughout Ontario. At Toronto it went 23 below, the coldest for 23 years.
Oh, petticoat! Oh, petticoat!
You vanished long ago.
We wish we had you back again,
Our *_____are cold, you know.
Julia
*Arms
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