From the August 20, 1896 edition of the Fayetteville Observer: "There has been some improvements made in Flintville the past two weeks. The depot has been overhauled and painted and now presents a neat attractive appearance.
The school at this place is still increasing and now numbers 80 scholars.
The Flintville base ball club played the Elora club last Saturday, and the score was 34 to 12 in favor of the Flintville boys. The Flintville club had three of Kelso's best players, while Elora played three from the New Market club. They will play another game in the future.