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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 26, 1926
Page
5
The column quotes Canadian voices urging electors to ignore petty issues and concentrate on forming a stable government and honest administration. It notes some dailies publish trivial matters and warns especially new women electors to avoid distractions from real political duties.
Mr Hampshire spoke at the Liberal Convention in Milton last week praising W. L. M. King as a distinguished prime minister. He attacked Conservative whispers and blocked legislation, noted his grandparents’ 1817 arrival in Canada, and said he would campaign from the public platform. He was cheered at the speech’s end.
Garnet wheat, hailed a year ago for extending western Canada wheat belts northward, shows highly satisfactory test results from farmers and Dominion experiments. This season, about 7 500 bushels of Garnet seed have been sown, with yields up to forty bushels per acre on summer fallows. The grain is expected to aid western prairie farmers much as Fyfe wheat did decades ago.
Article argues municipal council cannot adequately supervise waterworks citing registration lapses, misinstalled meters, back pressure damage, missing check valves, delayed pumping repairs, unsafe reservoir coverings, and a poorly installed fire pump. It calls for a permanent elected commission of business men with experienced staff to ensure proper operation and revenue.
A Senate Committee report shows Colonel Smith spent at least 253000 in Illinois primary elections while Senator McKinlay reportedly spent 350000. Local Republican committees in Chicago accounted for 129000, illustrating high costs of political campaigns across the line.
The piece extols the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides for living by a daily good turn. It stresses that kindness is easy and plentiful, needing little planning or sacrifice. It notes such acts brighten the world and teach that small, simple deeds can greatly raise happiness.
The piece argues that loyalty in Canada transcends party lines and vocal patriotism. It cautions voters against equating loud flag waving with true faithfulness, noting that quiet, consistent work by citizens often benefits the country more than outspoken displays.
Editorial notes praise Palmerston Spectator efforts to secure insurance rates like Fergus. It urges Mr. Anderson to persevere, hinting lower rates may already have been decided. The item reflects local press tone and prodding for civic gains.
The Toronto Star notes Mr. Meighen and many supporters struggle to explain Canada’s rising prosperity. Ottawa reports Canada’s trade rose by 71,175,431 in the first four months of the current fiscal year ending July 31, underscoring the nation’s economic gains.
Ford in the Dearborn Independent credits the Wets for driving public opinion toward action that could reach imperial levels and force decisive measures. He argues Prohibition benefited from its enemies as much as its friends and claims opposition helps good causes advance.
The Leslie family reunion on Thursday drew about a hundred members and connections, some from long distances, to celebrate. Farmers report hog and maggot damage with crops elsewhere, while local wives grow adept at driving and handling trips as husbands work. Highway workmen remain faithful, leaving the local road in fine condition.
In Burlington Mrs S W Ryckman of Cranbrook B C visited briefly. Two vagrants appeared before Magistrate Barr and were sentenced to Milton for fifteen days. Rt Rev Lishop Newham guest at the Rectory. Mrs Thomas Cardwell attends a centenary demonstration at Warin na this week. Mrs H Berry and daughter Lena returned from a two week vacation at Chautauqua N Y. The Nelson Horticultural Society held its annual flower show at Fishers Corner school. Motorcycle races are set for Burlington fair grounds on Saturday August 28 with a twenty mile amateur ship of Ontario event. Mr Harry Simmons injured a finger at the spray factory Friday, receiving care and progressing nicely. Maplehurst School Aldershot installs a Playground identical to the Lion’s Playground here, installed by Joseph Smith. Town Clerk Sykes’ brother Allen Sykes left for Quebec aboard the Empress of Britain. James Wynn Harry Slaughter Shannccross and Ed Davis, four Hamilton youths, charged with molesting two girls on Brant Street, appeared before Magistrate Barr and were committed for trial. They were later released on bail.
Reverend J A and Mrs Evans of South Cayuga spent time with friends last week. The annual Horticultural Show is set for Wednesday evening September 1 in the Arena Hillsburg. A garden party by the Young People's Improvement Association was held in the local park on Monday. Mrs Richard Bryan was ill last week and operated on for appendicitis at Guelph Hospital and is slowly improving. Rev Carl Mack and Miss Margaret of Bear Lake NS are spending a month with the Macks at Luckenuf Belfountain. Mrs John Eagles left for Saskatoon after a motor train collision involving her relatives. Rev E R and Mrs Hall are on vacation. Rev S W Hann will lead United Churches services during his absence. Erin Horticultural Society hosts a window towers exhibit August 27 and 28 with lawn and garden judging the same day. John Gingrich suffered a fall at Fred McEnery’s house injuring his right arm. John Wheeler with Earl Jackson J McClure Stanley Strowger and Elgin Sinclair left for Saskatoon to harvest in the West, planning to return in the fall.
Mr John Ryan of New York spends vacation at his mother's home in Georgetown. Families visit Ottawa and other eastern points. Mrs E D Sheeley of Detroit visits relatives. Melbourne, Australia travelers tour world with Mr and Mrs Joss. Engagement announced for Mabel Beatrice Reed to George Wingfield with wedding set for September 1. Local streets gleam after holiday decorations. residents travel on motor trips to New York Quebec Montreal. John Wangan marks his ninety third birthday last Tuesday. George Ford injured after falling from a roof while painting a bungalow in Huttonville. no bones broken. Mrs J W Kennedy returns from Toronto. Mrs Stevens recovers from bus crash injuries. Bernard Knight suffers a severe cut at Harley-Kay Knitting works when a dog on a reamer causes an accident.
Milton Alexander Duff veteran Milton barber retires after selling his business to assistant Ivan Gould. Hare, former Agricultural Representative, was in town last Friday and joins the Hoar livestock team. A R Linton of Milton Spinning Mills takes a position with Guelph Carpet and Spinning Co. and moves family to Guelph. Mr and Mrs W D Gregory visit editor Richard White as illness deepens. Catharine Eliott nurse from Toronto visits Kelso home. A boy from Trafalgar injured when struck by a horse. surgery performed in Toronto.
Local items report prompt payment calls for licenses, visitors from Petersburg and Vancouver, a theft at Davenport refreshment stand, a small court fine, optimism from real estate men, street curb and sidewalk upgrades on Colborne street, a well attended Firemen’s garden party, a Diao somic Lodge service at Bronte United Church, a two car head on collision near Oakville, and a council compromise on pavement plans with Kerr Street factions for a concrete road project along a proposed ten foot strip near Stewart street to the CN tracks.
A essay on how parental indulgence at various income levels robs children of tune and zest. It contrasts Ruskin and Renan with modern parenting, noting that overprotective lavish upbringing creates bored youths and leaves heirs unprepared for real struggle.
An amused visitor tours the newspaper office from editorial rooms to engines and presses. The business manager shows the depth of the building and jokes that the paper gets news from China by the shortest route.
A bricklayer recalls a round shallow basin atop a short column in a big house. A carpenter asks where it was and what it was for. The bricklayer reveals it was a bird bath, while others doubt any bird can tell Saturday night from other nights.
Herbert Groh of the Central Experimental Farm Ottawa warns that weeds devastate farms across eastern Canada, urging intensive crop planting and careful management to slow nature’s shift from forest and prairie. He notes colorful weed riots, declines in hay and pasture quality, and regional shifts toward mustards and thistles as cultivation relies on grain crops.
A 1926 reflection notes that inheriting a name carries responsibility to uphold standards and traditions. It argues poverty can spur industry and creativity, that adventure is a privilege, and that men often live richly through their own careers.
Experienced instructors offer thorough modern courses with special facilities for graduates seeking positions. From several families, a fifth member attends. skillful advertising may bring enrollment, but only quality service yields repeat orders. Send in your registration now. ALT. BOUCE Principal and Proprietor.
Official residence at the corner of MID and Frederick Streets is noted amid the mention of an honor graduate from Torato University and a reference to the preferred anesthetic.
Account books of all kinds offered with careful binding and prompt ruling. Located at Williams Store on Wyndbuan Street in Guelph Ontario.
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