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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 14, 1922
Page
5
The piece argues Hammell's defection shows politics returning toward a two party system, despite Morrison's claim that group government remains. It suggests the Farmers' party is fragmenting into original components, and two parties may not align with traditional Grit and Tory lines as previously.
The Dominion Government plans an aggressive immigration policy for the coming season with outreach in Great Britain the United States and extending into Scandinavia Holland Belgium and France. Follow-up efforts will repatriate ex Canadians in the United States secure female domestic workers and encourage immigration of children from Great Britain to bolster population.
Ireland formed a British Empire status last week as the Irish Free State while Northern Ireland remains separate. Premier Sir James Craig says Ulster may join five years hence if the southern government is stable. Many expect a united Ireland to bring progress and prosperity across the empire.
The piece argues that character defines who we are while reputation reflects others views, warning that valuing appearances over reality is foolish. It claims integrity matters more than public image, noting an honest person misjudged by neighbors should instead seek alignment of reputation with true character.
The Simcoe Reformer reports that Ontario government moves to end race track gambling aim to tax and eliminate pari mutuel betting, arguing the five percent levy funds but derails Ontario Jockey Club revenue. Public opposition cites moral harms and calls for scrapping meets to curb gambling and its ruinous effects.
Mr Raney addressed a large audience in the Ferrrus armory praising his administration and readiness to stand for re election. The constituency declares pride in their representative and pledges support for the next election.
A Winchester Press letter argues that many young lads roam streets in lonely evenings. It pleads for recreation rooms or synagogues to offer friendly games, sport, and positive influence. The piece asserts adult neglect and calls for wiser, more generous community care.
Western Canada reports grain loading up to November 20 surpassing prior records with 70 365 cars, exceeding 53 402 in 1921 and 60 057 in 1915. The surge to Fort William and Port Arthur prompts extra lake port storage and winter loading rights for non Canadian vessels under new Dominion Government rules.
Wellington County Council at Guelph declined a grant to the Northern Ontario fire relief fund. It urged further aid come from Ontario or Dominion governments, noting municipalities already contributed cash and clothing through councils and churches.
Sir Henry Thornton, new President and General Manager of the Canadian National Railways, states there will be no political interference in management. He made the pledge at a Montreal Board of Trade banquet, citing Prime Ministerial assurances and stressing it is vital to railway success.
Reeve Barber of Acton reelected to 1923 position with wardenship prospects. Premier Bonar Law challenges Lloyd George. Kingston Whig predicts labour run after tenure. Georgetown to solicit $6000 for Soldiers' Memorial via New Year elections. Widespread opposition to Adolescent School Act. potential modifications needed. By-elections show Government gains, Lanark seat narrows Conservative lead. Post Office receipts point to possible $1 million year-end surplus. Mention of return to two-bent rate for important tariff policy.
A long town and country column reports December events with church notices, farewells, school openings, weather impact, fires, repairs, and local arrivals. It notes Rev Gray moving to York, a farewell to the rector of St. Lyle's, gymnasium plans, and civic matters including by-laws, tenders for a burned school building, and weather affecting water usage.
A torn passage discusses birth and death, social order, and personal contribution to human happiness. It laments lack of development and central purpose, urging fulfillment through enduring effort and communal good, while hinting at names or places obscured by damage. The text suggests transformation of individuals and society through purposeful work.
A brief note urges the young to plant trees to honor those who planted them and to inspire a hopeful future, while older generations are urged to plant trees to benefit those who will come after, supporting cancer-related causes and longevity.
A historical medical report describes injecting saline and tracing blood flow between arms to observe the rate of appearance of dyes in the opposite arm. In 60 healthy women and 51 healthy men the interval averaged about 30.8 and 20.7 seconds respectively, with longer times in patients with autonomic disturbances. One hundred patients with various conditions showed a wide range of results, including fatalities within ten weeks for those with longer intervals, totaling around 400 operations and diverse diagnoses.
In a perilous salvage at sea near Chile, divers struggled to recover a bullion belt from a sunken cutter. The crew faced shifting currents as gold bags were retrieved one by one, with some swallowed by the ship and others hauled aboard. A crowd watched as men risked their lives for the sunken fortune.
A fragmented text argues that global peace depends on living by love, condemning war and poverty, and uniting nations. It envisions healing of international rifts, reduced conflict, and shared prosperity if humanity embraces brotherly love and mutual care despite present discord.
A reader praises The Family Herald and Weekly Herald Montreal for broad coverage from medical health to household sewing to mineral wealth. He cherishes the periodical as essential for family life and enjoyment, stating its value across fathers, mothers, and children. The ad offers a two dollar subscription price for the product.
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