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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 02, 1926
Page
4
The Winchester Press argues voters who back Government Control lose the right to complain if their son returns home drunk. It suggests supporting liquor access would enable harm, as a drunken son could blame those who voted for liquor restrictions and parties would not ease the guilt.
The new Governor General says Canada has undeveloped resources and vast potential. He notes opportunities for capital and people, urging Canadians to seize chances to benefit both Canada and the United Kingdom.
United Farmers Co-Operative Company of Ontario posts total profits of 172000 for year ended September 20 1926 with 600 car grain handling and 20 million dollar business volume. Four percent stock dividend of 60000 to be distributed. Commodity dividends total 82000 to cream shippers and 30000 to egg pool shippers. Livestock department shows notable progress.
The Farm and Ranch Review notes continued demand for first-class horses and predicts higher prices amid a current scarcity of desirable farm horses. An American buying three draft geldings from a Canadian last November paid 2 600 cash, highlighting earnings potential for skilled breeders and the need for careful, selective mating and maturation of colts.
A young man was sentenced in the County Police Court yesterday to two years in Portsmouth Prison and twenty lashes for a violent offense. The magistrate opted for a nominal prison term to test the deterrent effect of corporal punishment, urging wider use of shorter sentences and lashes to reduce such crimes.
The Department of Immigration and Colonization reports Canada welcomed 112 835 immigrants in the first nine months of 1926, up from 67 878 in the same period in 1925. British newcomers totaled 41 419, U S entrants 16 776, and other countries 4 640, with gains across all categories.
United States banks sent shipments totaling about 10 million dollars to Canada as the Canadian dollar rose to 3 16 premium in the U S market and the U S dollar stood at 99 14. The move reflects bullion demand as Canadian traders rush to sell before the shipping season ends and notes talk of possible London gold loss to Canada due to seasonal exports.
Canada reports discovery of tin in paying quantities and a new $750,000 tin smelter planned on the Saguenay River Québec. The company asks the government to remove tin from the free list and impose a specific duty matching the manufacture class. They claim the plant will meet Canada’s 6,400,000 pounds yearly requirements.
Editorial notes indicate Canada's newly elected Federal Parliament will open on December 9 as an unusual session. For the first weeks the house will focus on finishing business left unfinished by two prior administrations.
The news notes forty two automobile licenses revoked for life in New York after proof of intoxicated operation. It argues total license withdrawal teaches safer behavior beyond mere suspension and cites country weeklies as trusted home papers with strong advertising value.
Canada building operations show no abatement as October contracts reach 43,384,000 dollars, a record for the month. Ten months total contracts value hits 324,250,000 dollars, up 36 percent from the previous year, signaling robust prosperity.
Despite poor weather hindering some west harvests, reports indicate Alberta will average 19 bushels per acre over 6,275,000 acres for a total of 119,225,000 bushels. The three prairie provinces combined are estimated to reach 300,000,000 bushels.
A Boston railroader supports Canada’s plan to run as few trains as possible and notes desire for similar measures in the U S. The Stratford Beacon Herald commends the Canadian Sunday rest as a prudent policy. Danish butter exporters add a date mark to improve quality, while Sir Austen Chamberlain cites imperial unity and freedom in addressing the Empire’s future.
The coal strike in Great Britain, lasting over six months, shows signs of resuming output as many workers return. Estimated losses reach 1.5 billion dollars, affecting industry, workers, and broader business, with protests and disruptions noted as the strike wanes.
The Boy Scouts of Georgetown plan fund raising for a Community Christmas Tree from late November to early December. A farewell gathering for Mr and Mrs W J Little was held at Stewarttown Hall before their move to Canfield. The Young People Society of the United Church held a lecture on The Humorous Side of an Minister's Life. Halton Chapter Royal Arch Masons hosted Laden Night at the Arena Inn with a large banquet and guests. December 4th sale planned for the factory premises of H Cork Co Ltd after their closure.
The Indies of Grace Church schedule a bazaar on December 8 in Milton Heights. Ladies Aid of Holy Trinity hosts a bazaar December 3 at Aaron Heights Public School. United Church Ladies Aid plans a December 16 sale at 2 30 with items under 1.00. Dr. Pearson Johnson of Newark N J dies after fifteen years dentistry practice. Thirty two students to receive diplomas at December 10 commencement in the High School Auditorium.
Mr Ross Scott of Unity Sask spent a few days with his father Mr John Scott and friends at Erin. A Brisbane School Christmas concert is planned for December 22. Mrs J Hills and family have returned to Kepel Sask after visiting her parents. Adam Matheson of Montreal visited his brother W W Matheson last week. Columbus Warren returned to Alepena Mich after seeing his sister L War den of Guelph Road. Wilson Awrey of Hillaburg broke his leg while pig butchering last week. United Church services at Hillsburg will start 7 30 pm each Sunday for four months. A red deer doe was seen near John Flaherty’s home in Erin and Caledon. Mungo Nodwell, Hillsburg Irish Cobbler King, won the fully certified class at the Royal Show in Toronto with strong entrants from Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and the Prairie Provinces. Prince Edward Island placed second. Mr Smith Grimm of Brin Township took third.
Burlington notes show Trinity Church Ladies Aid Bazaar set for December 3 in the Trinity School Room. Town updates include Mrs. Spooner of Calgary visiting, Mr. Earl Emerson returning from vacation in New York, and Isa bella Crerar’s death in Glasgow. Firemen’s team entry hopes, Lions Club Father and Son Night with twenty four boys present, and Knox Church memories discussed. Injuries from Staney Creek accident. residents urge culvert lowering on New Street. Trinity Unit class supper hosted by Mr and Mrs Richard Sneath with about eighty attendees.
A Wetle girl in a New York public school asks to be excused for a day, claiming a telegram from her mother about her father’s half-sister and her three boys. The teacher cites a rules list and the girl suggests her case may fit under Domestic Eation as justification.
A traveler and a driver trade tall tales about imaginary mountains near Olmiand. The driver insists the hills exist in foreign ports, while the tourist doubts the boast, and the driver remains confident, turning the tale into local lore.
Fragmentary note expresses desires for a meaningful day, friendship, and honest reflection. Wishes that others speak well of him and that his deeds be true and not self centered. Ends with a personal blessing for the day’s life.
Edward demonstrates a cow drawing to Misa Brown with curved lines for nose body and tail. He jokes the result may resemble a pump after inspecting the finished image, issuing a lighthearted playful comment.
A discussion on unseasonable events and their contrast with pleasant seasonal anomalies. It notes blizzards in March and midwinter warmth in January, arguing humans strive to lessen seasonal impact and even force fruits and ice into unsuitable seasons.
Morley Roberts and John Murray Gibbon, celebrated authors, highlighted for shaping global interest in the Canadian Rockies. The pair spent weeks together during the Trail Riders annual meeting, revisiting sites and inspiring future works as they praise the Rockies’ majesty and cultural impact.
A concise notice stating how businesses should leverage the modern medium of exchange for advertising, highlighting newspaper advertising as a key strategy. Copyright 1926.
Physician and Surgeon Office and Residence at Corner Bower Avenue and Elgin Street with phone and P O Box 888. Harold Nash Farmer M A Bardeter Solicitor Notary Public Conveyancer. Money lent on mortgages. Hours 9 30 am to 9 pm Saturdays 12 o'clock. Honor graduate of Toronto University. Office at residence Corner of Bair and Frederick Streets. Account books bound and ruled. Wyndham Street Guelph Ontario over Williams Store.
Roy, a fifteen year old in Muskoka Hospital for consumptives, gains comfort from visits by his father who is also a patient. The hospital shows progress due to discipline and care, while it urgently seeks funds via Hon. W A Charlton at 323 College Street Toronto Ontario.
An advertisement proclaims a wholesale direct importers model for monument work. It claims the largest granite stock in the Dominion, 40 percent savings, direct customers, and licensed mechanics using pneumatic tools, with references from Toronto and other places.
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