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The Millstone
Mississippi Mills Ontario
A Publication of the Almonte Press Club providing an intelligent and informed source of news to Mississippi Mills, Almonte, Pakenham, Ramsay, Carleton Place and surrounding areas.
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Small Town Law Practice
Posted Jan 25, 2013 at The Millstone
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Who am I?
by L. G. William Chapman, B.A., LL.B. In a society such as ours which places extraordinary value on measurable belongings and undertakings, it is not surprising to discover the overflowing effects of materiality and accountability upon our emotional and spiritual well-being. It is common practice for example for an automobile... Continue reading
Posted Jan 18, 2013 at The Millstone
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People talk
by L. G. William Chapman, B.A., LL.B. People talk. We all do it. It isn’t however until you hear of them talking about you that the smarting topic purchases any particular weight. Talking about you behind your back adds all the more kindling to the ignition. How an aspirate loves... Continue reading
Posted Jan 11, 2013 at The Millstone
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New Year’s Diet - Half as Much
by L. G. William Chapman, B.A., LL.B. The inevitable New Year’s focus upon abstinence, withdrawal and reduction takes us down some bewildering and usually fruitless paths. The anticipated metamorphosis from dissolution to restraint is about as likely as it is for the work-alcoholic to transition into retirement without noticeable challenges.... Continue reading
Posted Jan 4, 2013 at The Millstone
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Scene of the Crime
by L. G. William Chapman, B.A., LL.B. It is well-known even among those who are not forensic specialists that a criminal is drawn to the scene of the crime after the fact. Something there is about the heightened adrenalin which so frequently accompanies a radical exploit that one is inexplicably... Continue reading
Posted Dec 28, 2012 at The Millstone
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Conundrum at the North Pole
Posted Dec 21, 2012 at The Millstone
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Tea with Miss Jill
Posted Dec 14, 2012 at The Millstone
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The Christmas Express
Posted Dec 7, 2012 at The Millstone
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Innocent pleasures
by L. G. William Chapman, B.A., LL.B. When was the last time you had an ice cream cone? Or an afternoon nap? When did you last listen to the rain fall? The defining ticks of life chronically center upon its more remarkable occasions, things like births, engagements, weddings and funerals,... Continue reading
Posted Nov 30, 2012 at The Millstone
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Axiomatic living
by L. G. William Chapman, B.A., LL.B. There is opportunity for scientific discovery in everything. An examination of even the most mundane features of our daily lives provides, in the hands of the skilled analyst, no end of provender for consideration. To ourselves we are frequently less than complicated. And... Continue reading
Posted Nov 23, 2012 at The Millstone
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The reason revenge doesn’t work
by L. G. William Chapman, B.A., LL.B. Anyone with a ghost of a conscience knows in his heart that revenge is the domain reserved for criminals and Hollywood thrillers but it hasn’t any place in the lives of people who pretend for a moment to elevate themselves above the dregs... Continue reading
Posted Nov 16, 2012 at The Millstone
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Land Registry Office
L. G. William Chapman, B.A., LL.B. In 1973 (fresh out of law school), as an articled clerk to a prestigious law firm on Sparks Street in Ottawa, it was initially my lot to act as a "gopher" – go for this, go for that. In keeping with the metaphor my... Continue reading
Posted Nov 9, 2012 at The Millstone
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Answers to Diana's Quiz, November 3, 2012
1. Anime 2. Eleven 3. Rent 4. A distinctive odor 5. The bison Continue reading
Posted Nov 5, 2012 at The Millstone
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The Millstone is growing up!
The Millstone is growing up. We started as a very tiny publication serving our community in June of 2011 and have developed a loyal following.Over 4,500 people read The Millstone each month, most from this community, but we also have readers from such faraway places as Switzerland, Japan, Germany and... Continue reading
Posted Nov 3, 2012 at The Millstone
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Diana's Quiz November 3, 2012
1. What is the most common form of Japanese video cartoon? 2. How many points on the maple leaf in the Canadian flag? 3. What is the name of the musical based on La Bohème? 4.What do basenji dogs lack, besides a bark? 5. What is the largest terrestrial animal... Continue reading
Posted Nov 3, 2012 at The Millstone
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Promotional spots still available in MM Chamber of Commerce Gala slideshow
There are still a number of spots available for promotional slides in the Gala slideshow. The promo slides will alternate with the program slides in a continuous loop that will run throughout the evening on a large screen at the front of the hall. A promo slide is only $50!... Continue reading
Posted Nov 2, 2012 at The Millstone
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Apples and oranges
by L. G. William Chapman, B.A., LL.B. There is much being pondered lately about bullying, largely in the context of school children though the concept of bullying has even been attached to world renowned figures like Hitler and even to entire nations. I rather suspect that most of us at... Continue reading
Posted Nov 2, 2012 at The Millstone
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Still a few spaces at the Assistive Technology for Seniors seminar November 5, 2012
There are still a few places left at the seminar presented by Carp Lanark Assistive Technology for Seniors:Approaches and Innovations with Alex Mihailidis, Ph.D., P.Eng Monday November 5th, 10 a.m.— 4 p.m. Almonte Civitan Club (500 Almonte Street) $15 includes lunch Register by contacting Jan Watson: jwatson@themills.on.ca or 613-256-1031 ext.... Continue reading
Posted Nov 1, 2012 at The Millstone
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Alexander Technique request
Looking for the original writings by F. Alexander - creator of the Alexander Technique. If you know about AT and have these books, and are interested in sharing information about Alexander Technique, please contact pat.browne101@gmail.com. Continue reading
Posted Nov 1, 2012 at The Millstone
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Book of Remembrance - November
Just inside the main entrance of the C. R. Gamble Funeral Home in Almonte is a Book of Remembrance. Each day a page is turned and the name of individuals the Gamble Funeral Home has served are inscribed along with the year in which they passed away. thus honouring and... Continue reading
Posted Nov 1, 2012 at The Millstone
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Lanark County Interval House motion defeated; power imbalance sustained
Despite an October 10th motion of the Community Services Committee of Lanark County to refer it to the budget process, the Lanark County Interval House (LCIH) request for sustainable funding was unexpectedly reintroduced on October 24th and defeated by one vote. “After a long journey across the County to all... Continue reading
Posted Nov 1, 2012 at The Millstone
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Ed Pucci - obituary
Posted Nov 1, 2012 at The Millstone
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Business Awards nominees chosen for the Business Awards Gala November 8, 2012
The Mississippi Mills Chamber of Commerce today announced the nominees for its annual Business Awards celebrating the energy and entrepreneurial spirit in the historical communities of Pakenham, Ramsay and Almonte. The awards will be presented at the Business Awards Gala on November 8 at the Old Town Hall in Almonte.... Continue reading
Posted Nov 1, 2012 at The Millstone
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The World Broomball Championship is on now in Almonte.
by Bruce Kingsley Japan is where you will have to go next if you miss this. The International Federation of Broomball Associations is holding the world championship right here in our towns. Until Saturday November 3, 2012 you can catch the games between fifty-five teams from Japan, Australia, Italy, Switzerland,... Continue reading
Posted Nov 1, 2012 at The Millstone
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Lawn Bowling Club Discovers Earlier History
Posted Nov 1, 2012 at The Millstone
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