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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 13, 1923
Page
4
The Department of Agriculture reports fall wheat in Ontario is in good condition as winter begins. Prospects are favorable with weather supporting extensive fall ploughing and late grazing, yielding savings to farmers on winter livestock costs.
Moderationists claim higher liquor use under prohibition with widespread private bottles, while statistics show alcohol-related deaths fell from 5.4 per 1 000 in 1910 to 1.8 in 1921. A newspaper piece questions whether liquor strength or reporting explains the gap.
Canada will participate in the World Power Conference in London next summer after Ottawa representatives from the Canadian electrical engineering profession and the Hydro-Electric industry met. The London gathering will be the largest of its kind, expanding beyond the British Empire on request of the British Electrical Manufacturers Association. Toronto education officials urge Ontario to amend the Municipal Act to remove the ten day resignation notice for school trustees before nomination day to allow active speaking at municipal meetings.
Canada’s patriotism is praised for subscribing to national loans, paying interest promptly and meeting obligations. Governor Parker of Louisiana commends Canada and Britain as examples to inspire foreign countries to honor debts and amortize them toward timely payment.
The Natural Resources Intelligence Service of the Department of the Interior releases a compact volume on Canada’s natural resources and developed industries. It provides a concise survey of varied assets, their impact on Dominion commerce, and a bird's eye view of physical assets both developed and latent.
Beaverton Express notes magistrates Clark Kenson and Gover sentenced last week’s Orillia hold up men to ten lashes each and extended prison terms. The editor argues cat of nine tails is an effective crime deterrent to end the wave of offences seen in Ontario.
A Georgian joker named Thovaure Hook devises a metropolitan prank that swamps London street No 64 with a chaotic parade of tradesmen and officials. Hook, a noted practical joker, watches from a window while the city lurches toward Bennett Street as a weeklong setup culminates in a loud conflagration of attention.
An old Christmas travel notice highlights family reunions and comfort of the modern railway. National Way and Canadian National railways promise easy, rapid crossings, with ticket agents handling delivery to distant relatives free of charge during the holiday rush.
The Oakville council discusses a stock alarm system while the Oakville Citizens Hand supports a charity Christmas box for a northern Ontario family. Gregory Theatre hosts Sunday concerts. Wine Hope Walkden opens a cottage hospital in Mire Dingle. Bridge construction progresses with nearing opening. nine fires cause about 204000 damage and loss at local factories and stores.
Hugh Clark and others are selling cattle hogs and sheep to the city on Tuesday. Mrs HL Johnston of Toronto spent the weekend with Afra O Neal and Vordun Rebekah Listes hosts a bake sale at the Lodge Hall on Saturday December 15 from 4 to 6 pm. Mrs Jauntain left for California to spend the winter with relatives. Mrs Rene Harbor from England visits Colonial and Mrs Q Brown at The Inn. Yubilla School Yoon has hired Mr Castell as musical supervisor teaching two days weekly. Mr Walter Pursons was badly bruised after being struck on his way to church Sunday evening. Georgetown Hockey Club approved a grant of 76 for winter funds. Georgetown Presbyterian Church received a tax rebate of 17 on the church shed. The Board of Arbitrators met at Milton to hear Arnold damages case over Queen Street roadway. adjourned to meet on the 174th. Herald.
Mrs Coupe of Toronto takes over Hrant Inn management. The Well and McMillan families depart for California for the winter. A residence move to Florida is planned. Brant Street properties were auctioned. Jota on Brant Street bought by Mrs J A Lindley. Paul Fisher addresses fruit growing in Northumberland and Durham. Burlington Lumber Company by law seeks a fixed assessment of 9000 dollars for ten years. Noulaon and Burlington Agricultural Society banquet draws 300 guests with speeches by J S Martin and Principal Reynolds. Louis Parkin faces charges for confinement violation and is fined 300.
The piece argues independence means self reliance and personal growth not avoidance of authority. It warns that claimed independence often masks dependence on family and peers and urges developing self discipline, honesty, and effort to face difficulties without excuses.
A small boy brings a broken toy to a shop and asks the caretaker to fix it. The shopkeeper notes the chip must be repaired and the boy answers that his motive includes honoring his father. The story reflects filial affection and a quiet act of care.
The text depicts a girl with pencil and paper copying a picture while her mother steps out. She compares her work to an original, doubts her effort, and remarks the result isn’t good, questioning whether to use more charcoal or call it a dog.
France forms the Ligue Nationale Centre d Alcoolisme with 3000 branches and 100000 members led by Monsieur Herriot as president. The government declares the league a public utility enabling it to accept funds and preach anti alcohol at home and abroad including army and navy. Prizes totaling 1300 yearly reward student essays on alcohol. Teachers receive literature and postal cards promote sober living.
The Brampton weekly market expands with a third paper joining the Banner and the Conservator. The Dominion Veterans' Alliance plans nationwide outreach on proper use of Canadian and British flags, decided at the Dominion Council's close. Prohibition remains controversial with police enforcement, while imperial ties and empire unity are promoted in the Sydney Bulletin excerpt.
The passage describes careful time calculations for shipping bananas unripe to arrive in proper condition. It notes planting schedules, pre-harvest periods, and the need to cut fruit before voyage to ensure ripening aligns with arrival.
The text sketches a childlike request to change a home setting and name, with phrases about a parent figure and fear of punishment. It presents disjointed dialogue about wanting to alter identity and conditions.
A fragment shows a child named Jimmy crying about birthday toys. Another voice questions the reason for tears and mentions a long wait for an event or person, with talk of a birthday day and a future moment.
The undersigned announces a sale by Bubble Auction on Thursday December 20 1923 at about 2 o clock with items including heavy draft horses cattle mules sheep hogs and tools. Terms: ten cash until 310.00 and under or credit for larger amounts with joint notes at 6 percent. Auctioneers J Kerr Acton and clerk O Plank.
Auction notice for a public sale in Acton area on December 18 1923 at one o'clock detailing horses cows pigs and farm implements including cultivator harrows churn cream separator and hay with terms of ten dollars and under cash over that amount credit one month. Contact RJ Kerr and Plank acting as auctioneers.
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