Seventy-Five Years of Service for The Presbyterian Witness
The Presbyterian Witness marked seventy five years of publication since its Halifax founding in 1948 by Jamies Barnes. Editors have included Dr Robert Murray for six decades, then Dr Carson, and more recently Rev Haddow contributing to editorial excellence. The paper reports expanded form and content amid rising circulation and continued denomination service.
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Presbyterian Witness
Halifax
Jamies Barnes
Robert Murray
Carson
Dn Haddow
Epidemic of Influenza Grips Continent With Widespread Sickness
An epidemic of influenza sweeps the continent with thousands ill. Major stores and factories report large staffs out sick while the public is urged to take precautions. Keep indoors when threatened by a cold and avoid contact with the infected.
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Toronto
Recollections on liquor laws and past illegal sales in Orillia
A friend cites Inside information arguing tenfold illegal liquor sales under license laws compared with prohibition. The piece recalls pre local option Orillia with late night bars, underage service, unfair licensee competition, and inspector warnings, noting a generation unfamiliar with former lawbreaking.
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Orillia
Acton
Dominion party majorities hint at early homecoming for MPs
A London Advertiser summary notes Ottawa and Toronto lean toward the governing parties with a 55 Liberal, 26 Conservative, and 26 Independent split, suggesting a 50-50 dynamic and a Parliament ready to convene. The piece references provincial and federal government majorities and signals a cautious start for legislators.
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Ottawa
Toronto
King
London Advertiser
Ontario Temperance Act Debate Echoes in Elections
A Toronto Telegram excerpt discusses Ontario Conservatives facing defeat tied to temperance policy. The text references the Ontario Temperance Act and the 1919 provincial election, noting contrasts with later positions and suggesting party stance on prohibition influenced electoral outcomes.
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Toronto Telegram
Prohibition Law Emphasized by Newspaper Bulletin
A U S newspaper notes that contempt for the law stems partly from levity in papers and urges upholding the prohibition as a constitutional duty. It calls on newspapers nationwide to foster law abiding conscience and treat prohibition with seriousness.
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United States
Newspaper Loyalty and Integrity Opinion from Brandon Sun
A Bran don Sun editorial asserts a newspaper mirrors citizen loyalty and wields wisdom and discretion in public matters. It emphasizes honesty as essential to legitimacy, stating integrity sustains its support and life.
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Anyaly
Brandon Sun
Broadening of Shelburne Farmers Association Membership
The United Farmers Association in Shelburne debated by law changes last week. The membership clause shifted from directly interested in farming to directly interested in farming or who approves of the Farmers' platform, broadening eligibility beyond actual farmers.
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Dantel
United Farmers’ Political Association
Shelburne
Women Gain Vote Rights Under Municipal Election Amendments
The article explains that under the new Assessment Act amendments a married woman whose husband leases or owns land must be placed on the local assessment roll and given the right to vote in municipal elections. It also notes any person aged 21 or older earning $400 in the past year qualifies for voting rights, highlighting changes to voter eligibility and assessment procedures.
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Acton
Ontario
Editorial notes on public duty and trade shocks in Canada
The editor urges citizens to act for the public good and promotes patriotic campaigns. It discusses prohibition, municipal acts, and reforms, noting federal action against gambling and widening farmer tax rolls. It critiques international trade impacts and summarizes wartime debt discussions involving the U S and Britain.
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Canada
Dominion
Assessing hay crop value and future feeding strategies
G. P. McRostle comments on hay making, winter conditions, and feeding prospects in Eastern Canada. He notes risks from poor seed, unsuitable varieties, and weather, urging larger acreage or alternative crops to prevent fodder shortages and farm losses.
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Canada
G. P. McRostle
Early Ordering Tips For Vegetable And Flower Seed Catalogues
The article advises waiting for experimental farm reports before ordering seeds. It notes stock runs out by spring and recommends selecting expensive, well tested strains from experimental stations and agricultural colleges. Early ordering with reliable varieties is encouraged for best yields and germination assurance. W T Macoun Dominion Horticulturist.
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Homs
W. T. Macoun
Dominion Horticultur
Prosperity and success redefine the meaning of hard work
The article argues that prosperity is not required for success and that many renowned achievements came from perseverance. It cites the crested-painted plow and the linotype as examples where initial skepticism gave way to broader benefits for workers and society.
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T. Henjailn
Milton Rink Victory And Local Town Plans
Milton rink defeated a Scottish rink 18 to 11 on Monday at Galt. J H Hows is confined to his room with congestion. Mrs. Mart Duck, of Milton, recovers from illness and plans winter with her parents. Milton town expects 36 new dwellings this year to house incoming residents.
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Galt
Milton
Curtors
Mir
J. H. Hows
Mart
Duck
Gare Bay
Qakvilla
Erin Héeiteylata Win Carnival Prize at Orangeville
Erin Héeiteylata and other teams defeated several rivals as Hillspurg youths attended the Orangeville carnival last Friday and won second prize for the tangent load. The pageant in Ganalan Matride is scheduled under town authorities noting sympathy for the McOin family after the sudden death of their elder daughter Mrs Harvey Nodweil. Local business changes include Orton buying D Glassford’s Erin butcher shop and farm, with possession soon.
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Erin ‘Héeiteylata
Marele
Hillspurg
Orangeville
Ayen- Ink
Helen
Hattritrin
Tal No
Donald McOi
Thell
Harvey Nodweil
DL Aracatt
Erin Townablys
Bear Orton
D. Glassford
James McKechnia
Itorm
8Th Inc
Erin Township
Binnie
J. W. Hurt
Brin
McKechnie
Innle Lam
March
Durt Goje
Local church anniversary and theatre purchase noted
The Yhapthat Church marked its anniversary with Rev. D. Crimmon, ex chancellor of McMunger University, preaching. Meaford bought the moving picture theatre, with a May theater launch planned for April 1. Over 1,200 attended the arena clash between Guelph and Georgetown, a 2 to 6 win for Georgetown. Rev. Heartwell, back from China, spoke at the League meeting and a concert at Ashgrove Methodist Church drew praise.
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Yhapthat
D.crimmon
McMunger University
Able Beers
Vere Bilgerthoris
Moving Picture Theatre
Meaford
Pouseuai
Peonia
Guelph
Georgetown
Vistors
George E. Heartwell
China
Heartwell
Ashgrove Methodist Church
Methodist Church
GL Davidson
Cload
Oakville News Roundup Includes Local Trades and Accidents
Oakville reports a busy period with doctors stretched thin during winter, a new cash and carry move by C G Heooras, and social events for Miss Morrie and Miss Wine. noteful incidents include a fall injuring Miss Wine and the Oakville Cricket Club hosting its third annual dinner. Knox Church selects Nev Russell McGillivray as pastor, a local hockey incident leads to a magistrate hearing, and unemployment relief brings hardship as some residents seek shows and bedding.
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Wh. C. Coxetage
Wick -Fulk
Oakville
C. G. Heooras
Bualnesw
Ain
Torne
Ashbury
Morrie
Minu
Morris
Colborne Street
Miss Wine
Young
Oakville Cricket Club
Gibson
Ives
Jacob Vrances
Cedarville
Wilbur Heglop
Orbis
Knox Church
Russell McGillivray
Warkworth
Fragmented OCR medley on money, dogs, and walking notes
An incomplete OCR passage mentions paying for dogs, money tied to dogs, a trolley or walking context, and various frayed phrases about skins, shoes, and a dubious claim of honesty. It references Horace Creeley and a Texas paper noting an industrious onion business in passing.
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Horaca Creeley
Texas
Turkey and the Price of Tea
The article notes unrest in Turkey causing global concern and possible effects on tea prices. It cites fear of disruption in the country’s politics and its impact on supply, with predictions of inflation and shortages in the current year.
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Turkey
Ndia
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