Accidents and Compensation Totals Fall in November
In November the Workmen's Compensation Board logged 4 308 accidents, down 282 from October, with 17 fatal incidents the month's lowest for the year. Benefits totaled 540 86 11 467 061.19 for compensation and 73 100.92 for medical aid, versus October's 575 076.25. Year to date, accidents reach 48 806 and benefits 5 537 050.54, compared with 64 573 and 6 792 286.22 for the same period in 1930.
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Workmen's Compensation Board
Business advertising urged for town newspapers
A quoted statement from the Mirror of the Towns Business cites the American Banking Magazine urging local business and professional men to have their names appear in town papers. It argues even small mentions help readers identify the town’s commerce and support a vibrant local economy.
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American Banking Magazine
Largest Indoor Gathering in Canada Prompts Reverent Praise
The acton community recounts attending a Sunday indoor worship rally described as the largest in Canada, with sixteen to seventeen thousand worshippers, a two thousand-voice choir, and a military band. Organizing leader Denton Massey is praised for building the group from sixteen youths to a nationwide event, reflecting on missed chances years earlier.
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Canada
Denton Massey
Massey
Acton
Orillia
Mr. Massey
Santa Claus and the Christmas Spirit in a Lean Year
A reflective piece urges focusing on the meaning of Christmas beyond spending. It notes tighter budgets this year, suggests gifts may be smaller, and emphasizes the value of simple joys. It cites Eddie Cantor’s remark on a “smallest boom” to frame shared hardship.
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Santa Claus
Eddie Cantor
Householders urged to ignore door to door peddlers
The piece warns householders about multiplying door to door peddlers who lure buyers with attractive offers. It cites water heater deposits and similar episodes, noting delivery failures and poor recoveries. It advocates purchasing from established, reliable businesses, often at equal or lower costs with proper standards.
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Lony Run
Christmas Spirit And Digest Of Regional Notices
Editorial notes reflect on Christmas spirit, economic tweaks, and local concerns. Mentions Canada U S exchange, speed in icy conditions, Labrador offer, Toronto mayoral race, Workmen’s Compensation fraud probe, and Kirkland Lake’s progress edition with vibrant visuals and growth story.
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Northern News
Kirkland Lake
Value of vacation and the urge for change
The author argues that vacations should reset not by escaping toil but by breaking routine and engaging in new, energizing activity. Readers tire of daily tasks and crave a fresh challenge to restore vigor and motivation for the year ahead.
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Undo
Energden
Christmas reflections on weather, joy, and everyday kindness
A reflective Christmas note urges embracing beauty in daily life despite cold weather. The author recalls walking rather than driving, cherishes simple acts of goodwill, and advises readers to greet others warmly with wishes like Merry Christmas. The piece blends personal musings with quotes from Charles Kingsley and ends with a traditional Christmas greeting.
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Lom
Yale
Charles Kingsley Gays
Daddy
Obriataina
Christus
Persian Balm Promises Youthful Charm and Whitening
An advertisement touts a beauty balm named Persian Balm claiming delayed aging, enhanced charm, and whitening effects. It markets delicate fragrances, skin refinement, and a costly texture, urging repeated use for visible improvements. The copy emphasizes allure and natural appearance.
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Pony Verlin
Down to Braks Tacks Challenge Your Inner Power
A motivational note urges readers to quit excuses and tackle self improvement. It insists on taking action, applying effort, and using one's own will to overcome dormancy and achieve personal goals.
Between the Devil and the Tire Rea Mystery
Fragmentary overheard dialogue shows a pair debating marriage. One character contemplates acceptance of Mr. Gayboy while acknowledging deceit. The scene hints at a dilemma where not marrying could be worse than a coerced union.
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United States
G. A. Dills
Fathorial
Husbeas
Massdence
Labrador
Toronto Papers
Casses
Montreal
London
Toronto
Detroit
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Sonora
J. E. Dobie
A. T. Brown
Demonstra
ING Centre
Hetween
Gayboy
Tve
Carroll's
Aurry
Hurey
Carroll
Maconochie
Valencia
Laroll
Speds Bae Wet
Mlb
Joe Moyel
Cheistie
Weaton
Robertson
Vasey California
Mill Street
Per. Dozer
E. Acton
Ontay
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