Notes Sent by Edmonton Union,
with Colin G Gillies, farmer, P.O Rodney, Lot D, Con. 11, Alderboro Twp, Elgin, Ontario
Mr Owen, the Superintendant of Dr Barnardo Homes removed this lad from the above address on 2nd January 1900 for non execution of agreement by employer and he was almost immediately found a new situation
with Edmund Hoar, farmer, P.O Norwood, Lot 14, Con.6, Asphodel Twp, Peterborough, Ontario
November 23 1900
Age 14, a very neat and comfortable home, employed at odd chores in and about the house and barn. Health generally good but he is subject to frequent bilious attacks. Attends Methodist church and Public School in winter. Character-an obedient and good boy. Terms-1st $15, 2nd $25, 3rd $35 a year, respectively and clothing. This boys employer is satisfied with him, and Boatman is very fond of him. This is a good locality and has the advantage of being near a Public School. The lad is well treated and is making satisfactory progress. The work is not too hard for a boy of his age
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with James Hare, farmer, Westwood, Ashphodel Twp, Peterborough Co, Ontario
June 16 1902
Age 15, he states he is comfortably situated here and has always been considerately treated. He does not find his work too hard.
is well settled, attends Methodist Church. His employer expresses a strong attachment for him, and says that he is a reliable and well behaved boy.
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