Before his arrival in the village, there was no regular veterinary service; sick animals were tended by the local blacksmith, treated by vets passing through the area, or taken to Lindsay, Ontario.
While saw mills and factories using horses often had a resident vet, they did not stay long and may not have been available to the community.
He served on the Fenelon Falls Council several terms, and was reeve for 2 years.
He was a member of the present School Board, and was the President of the Fenelon Falls Agricultural Society.
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