DR. L.E. PATTISON

[Welland Tribune, 11 September 1919]

Dental Surgeon desires to announce that he has opened new dental parlours over Candyland. 18 South Main, side entrance. Phone 425.

PUBLIC MEETING

OUR WATER PRIVILEGES

REMOVAL OF THE SWING BRIDGE

Speeches from Prominent Citizens

Protests Entered and a Memorial to be Sent to the Government

[Welland Telegraph, 9 March 1877]

In response to call of the Reeve, a public meeting was held in the Town Hall this evening at 8 o’clock to consider the report of the Chief Engineer of Public Works, wherein it recommends the closing up of the old canal and purchase of the mills, together with the probable change in the site of the swing bridge. A large and influential representation of our freeholders were present and considerable interest was manifested.

On motion, John Dunigan, Esq., was called to the chair, and N.B. Colcock was appointed secretary.

After the chairman had stated the object of the meeting by reading the hand bill issued for that purpose, he remarked that from Chief Engineer Page the swing bridge would be removed from its present position further south, and be placed so that the west end would come opposite Bald street and the east side opposite Division street. On the west side a good street would be opened on the site of the old canal round Mr. Campbell’s corner to Bald street, so as to allow access to the bridge. Work would be commenced as soon as possible, that is as soon as the plans were prepared, which were being pushed forward rapidly now. Mr. Page had stated that he wanted to know the wishes of the people at once, before said plans were effected.

DR. FRAZER said, if the suggestions contained in the report of Mr. Page were carried out, we might bid good-by to Welland. We have St. Catharines, Thorold, and other places to contend against, and all the line of the canal above and below us, millers and all seemed  joined in one common cause and that was to work against the interests of Welland. This place, if our water privilege is continued, is destined to become a central wheat market, and once that is obtained, Welland bids fair to advance to  her proper station.________

NEW ODDFELLOWS LODGE

[Welland Tribune, 2 April 1874]

A NEW lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, under the name of Orient, No. 136, was duly instituted at Welland on Wednesday evening, the 25^th ult., by Dist. Dep. Grand Patriarch Harper Wilson, assisted by Grand Patriarch J.H. Perry, Bros. J. B McIntyre, Wm. Heeney, Gourlay, Greenwood, and others. After the ceremony of institution, the following brethren were duly elected, and installed as office bearers:-

• D. McConachie- N.G.
• N.B. Colcock- V.G.
• James Brown- P.S.
• William Lowe- R.S.
• George A Otis.- Treas.

Previous to the close of the lodge, Bro. J.H. Perry delivered a very excellent address on Odd Fellowship.- After the lodge had closed, an excellent supper was served at the Dexter House, and which was a very enjoyable affair. The company separated about 3 a.m.

THE CITY HOTEL

[Welland Telegraph, 22 March 1877]

Yesterday Mr. T. F. Brown leased this popular hotel to Mr. Elias Fitch, late of the Cairns House, St. Catharines. Our readers are well aware that the “City” has undergone a thorough renovation since Mr. Brown became the possessor. It has been raised two feet, and had a new roof put on. The outside has been repainted, making a very neat appearance, and that is greatly augmented by a handsome sign, which, although, waiting for the finishing touch by an ornamentation in the shape of the royal arms, when finished, will be a splendid piece of workmanship. The inside has also been grained and papered throughout, and otherwise placed in first-class repair. The painting &c was done by P.C. Flynn, Esq., of Manchester, N.Y., and does credit alike to all concerned. The hall in connection has also been re-plastered and otherwise thoroughly overhauled. The hotel now ranks second to none in this district, and under the able management of Mr. Elias Fitch, who comes very highly recommended from St. Catharines, we are satisfied will afford first-class accommodation for the travelling public.

BEEKEEPERS’ FIELD DAY

[Welland Tribune, 3 June 1915]

Next to doing a thing yourself, the best way to learn is to see it done. It is one thing to sit in some convention room and hear a man tell how he manages his bees; it is far better to go with him into the apiary and have him show you. That is what you will have a chance to do at the apiary of J.F. Dunn, Ridgeway, Ont., on Tuesday, June 15^th, 1915, at 1.30 p.m., sharp.

A qualified apiary instructor sent by the Ontario Department of Agriculture will show how to examine hives for disease, and will actually put a colony through the treatment for cure. Other manifestations will then be shown, such as finding the queen, removing bees from supers, operating to prevent swarming, etc., etc.

Prominent local beekeepers will be asked to take part and assist in the discussion of practical questions. These apiary demonstrations are being held all over Ontario, and it will be well worth your while to attend one.

Ladies are especially invited and all are advised to bring bee veils so they can come right out into the apiary with comfort.

MORLEY PETTIT

Provincial Apiarist
Guelph, Ontario

TO AND FROM THE GAS FIELDS

EFFECTS OF THE “COMPRESSORS”

[Welland Tribune, 2 February 1894]

Mr. Leonard McGlashan returned on Saturday night from the gas fields of Ohio and Indiana, his pockets stuffed with evidence that the gas compressors in that part of the world were nothing more nor less than suction pumps-and he says no person pretends to deny that fact. Among the affidavits secured by him are those of the officers of some of the leading gas companies and their statements are right to the point and unmistakable in their meaning. Mr. McGlashan was driven to a point on the line four and one-half miles from the gas pump, and when the plug was removed it required force to lift it from the hole, the suction forming quite a resistance. One dare not place their hand over the hole in the pipe. Wells in the vicinity that formerly had a pressure of 80lbs. had lost all their pressure and  now shewed a vacuum of 11 lbs. And these wells were not on the pipe line at all, but had the gas drawn from the deposits in the sand. Mr. McGlashan said he found a vacuum from 1 to 15 lbs. on the wells in the neighborhood where the pumps were working. We presume the evidence will be held before the government with the view of obtaining legislation to stop the compressors from working in Canada. The residents of the Buckeye State treated Mr. McGlashan to the best their land could produce, and no possible courtesy was wanting. He can scarcely find words to express his gratitude to these gentlemen. Although a stranger, without credentials, they used him like a king, and if ever the opportunity ever occurs the Americans will find Mac’s latch string on the outside to one and all of those whom he met on his tour of inspection.

THE RECENT ST. JOHN FIRE

Relieving the Destitute-Public Meeting of the Citizens of Welland.

[Welland Telegraph, 29 June 1877]

Pursuant to call of the Reeve, a meeting of the citizens was held in the Town Hall on Monday evening last, to consider the advisability of granting a sum of money for the relief of the sufferers by the recent fire at St. John, N.B.

The meeting was organized by the Reeve being called to the chair, and H.A. Durnan appointed secretary.

Considerable discussion was indulged in as to the amount and manner in which relief should be given-all present being of the opinion that something should be done. Some advocated the granting of a sum of $100, some $200 and some $250, at once; others thought that the County Council then in session, should be called upon to grant a large sum which would be alike borne by all the inhabitants of the county. Others again thought that there would be no use postponing action, for past experience taught them that much need not be expected from the County Council.

Finally, on motion of A. Williams, Esq., it was resolved that the Reeve be requested to call a meeting of the Town Council at once, and represent to that Board the wish of this meeting that $200 be granted to the relief committee of the city of St. John, N.B.

The Reeve was also requested by motion to urge upon the County Council the advisability of largely increasing the above amount by a grant from their funds.

The meeting then adjoined.

THE TOWN COUNCIL AND THE REQUESTED GRANT

Meeting of the Board to “Consider” the Matter- $100 Finally Given.

An informal meeting of the Town Council was held in the Town Hall on Wednesday evening, to consider the request of the voice of the recent public meeting, asking the council to grant the sum of $200 in aid of the sufferers at St. John.

Present- The Reeve in the chair, and Messrs. Page, Lamont, Hooker and Sidey.

The Reeve, in stating the object of the meeting, very warmly supported compliance with the request of the citizens, stating that when fellow creatures of our own dominion had the misfortune to be in so much trouble, it was nothing but our duty to do what we could to relieve their sufferings. He did not see how the Council could set aside the request of the public meeting. If it had not been as largely attended as some thought it should have been, yet the council had no other means of_________.

ALLEGED MAIL ROBBERY-Mr. S.S. Brooks, Assistant Post-Master at Bismark, has been committed for trial for abstracting money letters from the bags on the route between Wellandport and Grimsby.

MARTIN O’BRIEN “WATCHED” BUT HAS SINCE ESCAPED

[People’s Press, 24 September 1912]

A pleasant affair, mingled with regrets, was held at the New Dexter Hotel on Saturday afternoon last, when the employees of the moulding department of the Canadian Steel Foundries, and a few friends, presented Mr. M.J. O’Brien,-the department foreman, with a beautiful engraved gold watch, fob and chain, showing the high esteem in which he was held by every man in his department. Mr. O’Brien made a fitting reply, and thanked them for the beautiful gift, and said that he would always wear it with fond recollections of the days spent with his associates at the Canadian Steel Foundries in Welland. He said he would always have a warm spot in his heart for his friends in Welland, but that is our duty to ourselves and families to always try and better our conditions in this life, and this was why he was leaving Welland.

Mr. O’Brien has been in the employ of the Canadian Steel Foundries for four years. He goes to East St. Louis in the employ of the American Steel Foundries.

The boys were all sorry to lose “Mart,” but wished him success in his new field of labor.

Mr. and Mrs. O’Brien and family left for their new home on Sunday; they will be missed by their many friends.

SEVERAL CONTRACTS HAVE BEEN LET FOR NEW THEATRE IN ORIENT HALL

Opera Chairs and Picture Machine Have Been Purchased-First Class Plays to be Shown Here.

[Welland Telegraph, 5 January 1912]

J.O. Green of Galt, who will manage the new theatre, which is to be remodelled  in the Opera House block, stated  on Wednesday that work would be started at once in the remodelling of the hall. It is expected that it will be completed by the first of February.

A slanting floor will be put in from the entrance back so that the rear will be level with the bottom of the windows. The present gallery entrance will be closed and a new winding stairway put in.

The major portion of the theatre will be fitted with cushioned and leather covered opera chairs such as are used in Shea’s and the Royal Alexandra in Toronto. The balance will be of the latest style chairs. The contract for these has been left to the Preston Furniture Co.

A new feature will be added to the equipment and that will be that the theatre will be well lighted while the pictures are in motion. It is planned to have the theatre so well lighted during the exhibition of pictures that a newspaper can be read at any time.

It is proposed to show moving pictures with an occasional play. However, no companies will be allowed to put on a performance unless they are of the very best class. “We intend to put on good plays with small casts, as the stage is not large enough to accommodate big companies,” stated Mr. Green on Wednesday. The stage will be refitted and improved.

The entrance from the street will be changed and brass and plate glass windows substituted for the present ones. There will be a lobby below.

The interior will be re-decorated and repainted as well as rewired. All electrical wiring will be concealed, aisles will be carpeted.

The moving picture machine has been purchased. It will be located outside of the building so as to in no way interfere with the seating accommodation. A large alternating twenty-five foot electrical sign will be put up. A number of the contracts have been let and others will be let at once. Contracts for picture films are being made.

Mr. Green has had a great deal of experience as a theatre manager, having had charge of theatres in Ottawa, Guelph, Galt, Port Hope, Mich., and Bay City, Mich.

TRUANCY

[Welland Tribune, 8 March 1895]

Mr. Burgar said there were a number of boys commonly on the streets who should be at school,  from which it would appear that the truancy law was not properly enforced, and he thought perhaps that the teachers were over-anxious to get rid of the bad boys.

Mr. Woodworth named several boys whom he said were incorrigible. One in particular had twice stolen horses, yet nothing had been done to him by the authorities. These boys were a constant trouble and source of temptation to other boys, and it was not right that the morals of a whole school should be subject to this for the sake of two or three incorrigibles, who could not be got to attend regularly in any case, and when they did come they stole everything they could lay hands on. Their parents had no control over them whatever. So far as these were concerned it were better that they did not attend school, the reformatory was the place for them-and the board agreed that the principal was about right.

A lengthy discussion ensued on the matters of truancy and suspensions, when it was moved by Ross and Beatty, that printed forms be procured upon which teachers shall be required to notify parents of all suspensions of their children. It was understood that in order to ensure that parents be so notified these notices shall not be entrusted to the suspended children to deliver, but shall be sent to parents either my mail or delivered by the truant officer.