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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Apr 03, 1924

Page

4

Editorial: Economies in the Estimates and Gov ernment Control debate

The Chesley Enterprise notes large savings in Dominion Government estimates across debt, immigration, defence, public works and more, and hints at budget driven tax relief. It then argues repeal of the Ontario Temperance Act would threaten public safety with drunken driving and criticizes government control in auto regulation.

Dominion Dominion Parks Ontario Chesley Enerprise

Big Increase in Trade Across Canada in Eleven Months

Canada’s total trade for the eleven months ending March 1 reached 1 771 351 283 dollars, up 193 188 505 from the previous year. Imports rose about 95 million, exports of domestic merchandise up 98 million, with agricultural and vegetable products leading exports at 365 million and wood products next at 245 million. Iron and its products topped imports at 156 million. February exports exceeded February 1923 by ten million while imports fell by three million.

Canada

Plebiscite Debate On Ontario Temperance Act

The Smiths Falls Record-News notes people recall higher wartime drinking before the act and argues the temperance law has improved conditions though enforcement lags. It explains plebiscite versus referendum and asserts there never was a better temperance framework.

Ontario Smiths Falls

Be Careful To-day Be Careful To-day

Opinion piece urges daily personal safety awareness to cut preventable accidents. It cites over two hundred daily incidents reported to the Workmen's Compensation Board and notes most are non mechanical such as falls burns and strains. The author warns that precaution today prevents tomorrow’s loss.

Workmen's Compensation Board Compensation Board

Municipalities Seek Share of Government Revenues

A deputation from the Ontario Municipal Association urged Premier Ferguson to allocate a portion of the amusement tax and motor license revenue to municipalities. They argued local duties like protection and inspection justify more funds for roads. The group endorsed a gasoline tax as a future option. the Prime Minister gave no action but suggested possible movement next year.

Ontario Municipal Association Ferguson Ontario

Prime Minister Hints On Sales Tax For Farm Implements

The Prime Minister stirred hopes among Brantford electors by suggesting the removal of the sales tax on farm implements may be possible. He warned against a narrow reading of the phrase implements of production and noted the budget will reveal the full Liberal stance. Western Ontario industry feels relieved while producers await policy clarity.

Brantford Ontario

Editorial notes reflect Ontario and Quebec influence in Canada tax and policy

Editorial notes discuss Ontario Quebec tax contributions, 2023 income tax total of 59.7 million dollars, and regional political actions. It critiques action on beer legislation, receipt tax, and temperance, while noting a Forest waterworks dispute, looming gasoline tax, and upcoming Empire Exhibition engagements. It highlights improvements in Canadian National Railways finances and protests against cemetery dumping.

Ontario Quebec Canada

Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Extends to Autos

New legislation grants Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Companies the right to issue separate auto policies. Premium notes may be accepted and tractors are now eligible. Policies cover motor vehicles everywhere the owners go, distinct from farm building coverage.

Town and Country News Highlights and Local Incidents

Council passes strong resolution demanding an immediate government detour for the new high level bridge. Albert Ryan seeks a permit for a four room bungalow at Colborne and Brant Streets. Knox Church Ladies host a fourth afternoon sale of home cooking. Moving picture operator Robert Praston now runs a theatre in Aylmer. Min J W Bruce Smith and Mrs Lyman Loot visit town. Allan Bunby plans to convert the Star into two residences on Church Street. Old power house lakefront property bought by David McKinley. Two youths tie a cow in a motor truck on Colborne Street prompting police court action. Alfred Hughes dies at 71 after a brief illness. Oakville Short Band concert at Gregory Theatre features classical and sacred works.

High Level Albert Ryan Colborne Brant Ladies’ Old Society of Knox Church Hip Robert Praston Pictura House Movin Theatre Aylmer J. W. Bruce Smith Lyman and Afra I. B. Clendennin Ottawa Allan Bunby Old Star Haturd Alfred Hughes Hughes Oakville

Burlington new timber firm forms and local incidents noted

A new timber company Rhynew and Bah Limited has bought Nicholsons Lumber and will manufacture display and window cards. Local dog kills several Mongolian pheasants at J A Grimthas home. Accidents include a plate blown from a boiler at G T H station injuring Fireman Frank Ross. Names: A C Wing, W M Ramford, Dan Vanderson, T H Thurford, M S Cooper, Edith Cooper, Mrs. H Allen, Motu Allen, FW Watson, Nettle Watson, James B Dick.

L Timber Nichol[won Lumber’ Company Limited O.W. Rhynew and Bah, Limited J. A. Grimtha Lake Shore Noad Burlington Display Card Bemboasuing. Co Hne Burlington Advertiaria A. C. Wingw W. HM. Ramford Rootway Dlset Nelson, Jr Cy.bald Mrw T. H Thunford Dan Yandaraon C. P.r.enging Frank Ross Fred ‘Mayhew Cooper Edith England H. Allen Motu Vittabury Mia FW. Watson &Nd Nettle James B. Dick Pembroke Caroline Street Wear F. D Ghent Guelph Hospital

Local Farmer Found Dead With Gunshot Wound

A prominent farmer, RockWoOo David Ihrelay, was found dead in his home in Jerimosa township last Wednesday night from a gunshot wound to the head. Discovered by his brother in law Thomas Voraythe, the scene was examined as authorities were notified.

David Ihrelay Jerimosa Ilarelay Phad Luchelar Thomas Voraythe Min. Foraythe Ueaverad Harclay Hamilton Toronto James Thompson Grand Haplda Mich Jack Fiutaimmona James Fiteaimmona Qholph Qanerm Hospital Las Week Charles Uenham James A. C Guelph U. S Kpoolvia Blinn Hockwood Wellington County John Froure Mies Lily Patton Fergus Karl Howse Usang Hull Elora Archie Thomson Hilinburg Charles Oak Lily Wetton My. Hart Howse Hoy M. Geiger J. A. Hockwood Judas

Milton council to present by law for 16000 addition

The Milton council debated approving a 16000 expansion to the Meighy Hehart and planned to submit a by law to rate payers. A prior by law failed at the electors meeting. The council also offered Milton Toxillon property for sale and noted several local real estate and business moves.

Local notes on farm transfers concerts and guides

Farmers report maple sap runs promising a good syrup year with Myr Hubert Worthington acquiring John McKinney Farm known as Wansborough Farm and Henry Wheeler buying Fat Nodwell’s Fifth Farm near John Hurt homestead. Witksburg hosts a successful St Andrew’s concert while Brin Ch Goalies grow to thirty members and the Erin Girl Guides Gazette aids Armenian Boys Home in Georgetown with a hiking visit planned.

Hubert Worthernton John McKinnoy Wansborough Henry ‘Wheeler Fat. Nodweall John Hurt Witksburg Town Hall Sinee St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Brin Ch Erin Girl Guides Gaxotts Bayd Georgetown Canada

Queen Victoria Ends Court Drinking After Dinner

The article notes Queen Victoria opposed after dinner drinking, gradually curbing the habit among nobles. It describes her quiet tact in stopping the practice and the impact on court life, with men shifting away from heavy wine consumption as a result.

Victoria Frank Wind Herselt

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