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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 12, 1926
Page
3
Editorial lauds Fergus and surrounding country for Sabbath observance after Sunday excursion to Niagara Falls was called off due to low turnout. Notes pride in forefathers' influence and desire to keep Sunday free from travel.
Chesley Enterprise argues that only 69 percent voted in Canada's October 1925 general election and suggests restricting suffrage for those who did not vote. It contends disfranchised electors would protest but would not gain sympathy, noting conscientious voting as a sacred duty in municipal provincial or national elections.
An Acton Express interview reflects on a British strike, noting workers lost holiday pay and wages. The man says three weeks on strike with 15s weekly pay hurt more than staying at work and supporting miners’ fund. He vows not to strike again in sympathy.
The piece argues harvest embodies gift and achievement, nature providing conditions and the farmer applying effort. It stresses cooperation between nature and man, noting harvest drives economy and that farmers deserve greater recognition for their basic, honorable industry in society.
The 1925 report records 608,650 pupils in Ontario elementary schools including public and Roman Catholic separate schools. Daily attendance averaged 433,872 (71.28 percent) with an aggregate attendance of 85,150,425 of 96,878,984 possible (87.89 percent). Boys slightly outnumbered girls in both school systems. In public schools 262,813 boys and 252,313 girls. in Catholic schools 46,918 boys and 46,606 girls.
The Tilsonburg News notes a shift toward agriculture with strong college backed knowledge boosting young farmers. It cites John S. Martins remarks at a Preston garden party about many opportunities for those with scientific farming training and the growing use of agricultural offices to aid farmers, contrasting with crowded fields in other professions.
The Halton Liberal Association plans a convention on Tuesday evening August 17 to choose its candidate for the September 4 election. A noted local figure, Mr Wm A Burnett of Upper Nichol, has received the nomination at the U F O convention in Guelph and will oppose Hon Hugh Guthrie in the Dominion House. East Wellington Liberals are not likely to run a candidate.
Thieves stole Robert Thompson’s 42 hens and 7 roosters from a Nelson Township farm. Lou Jacobs set a cherry picking record with 60 11 quart baskets in nine hours at David Hartley’s Nelgton Township orchard. John Carr and F C Whimnott finished fall wheat hauling and expect 40 bushels per acre. Halton County anticipates bumper grain crop per Reformer.
The lesson outlines Moses as judge and the origin of Israelite governance. It emphasizes the need for organization to unite many for effective work, comparing nation-building and church teamwork to practical cooperation. It notes how innovation often arises from practical needs and is accepted as divine origin.
Mrs. Bell Stover and family visit Los Angeles connections while Dr. Barbour recovers in Erin. guests from St Thomas and Michigan stay with local friends. The Orton United Church garden party opens Friday in a field near Orton. Hillsboro Horticultural Show moves to September 1 at the new rink. Several families camp and visit Hillsburg area, with Young People’s Improvement Association hosting a park gathering August 18. Busholme Inn near complete remodeling now welcomes travelers.
A new cemetery has been purchased for the town and a survey and proper layout are planned. At a well attended Town Hall meeting Tuesday evening plans were made for the Business Men's picnic on August 19 at Eldorado Park. The Council granted $50 and the Town Clerk was authorized to forward $25 to the Ontario Municipal Association for 1926.
Firemen plan a garden party at Victoria Park on Tuesday August 17 with a promise of a good time. Other items note a parish organist’s resignation, library hours, horticultural show deadlines, census highway checks, a rumored Jewish land purchase for a new colony, school board reform talks, a bicycle accident on Colborne Street, a court appearance for criminal negligence, and an asthma remedy advertisement.
The Barrie Examiner reports W A Boys at a North Simcoe Conservative meeting voiced retirement due to a heavy financial loss tied to his professional practice. If he persists, multiple aspirants may seek the party standard bearer role amid local political tension. In a separate federal action, 76 individuals including doctors whiskey agents and drug firms face indictments for prohibition violations in New York after months of investigation.
Election matters remain subdued in Milton with little public discourse and muted anticipation. Observers note widespread voter fatigue and a calm atmosphere, suggesting a broader countywide lull ahead of any upcoming general election.
Immigration to Canada rose 65 percent in the first five months of 1926 over the same period in 1925. Total arrivals reached 58,062 in 1926 versus 33,114 in 1925, with British, U S, and other countries contributing growth.
A fragmentary piece notes why the Jones bought a car. The salesman laughed at Mr. Jones and teased Mrs. Jones about not having a daughter, likening her to a famous actress. A boy named Willie is mocked for a build, and the baby is described as smiling only when the puppy nips him.
Dr Leonharnit's Hem Rold tablet targets blood congestion in the lower bowel causing piles. It relieves congestion and strengthens affected parts for quick safe relief. Sold by E Hassard and druggists with a money back guarantee.
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