Terrible Winter Tales Rise From Central Ontario Natives
A humorous look at Toronto residents facing extreme cold with debates over long underwear versus porridge for breakfast. It notes December snow and a 15 below spell, comparing Toronto's winter to harsher prairie climates and poking fun at exaggerated stories.
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Ontario
Toronto
Prairies
Ottawa
Montreal
Yonge Street
Queen City
Kirkland Lake
Saskatchewan
Melfort
Increase in Liquor Consumption Across Canada and U S
Washington official statement notes a record seven billion dollars spent on alcoholic beverages in 1944, roughly one billion more than 1943. With a US population near 140 million, this equals about 50 dollars per person and up to 70 dollars if children are excluded, highlighting concern over rising beer drinking and immigration from liquor-drinking nations.
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Canada
United States
Washington
Vital Statistics Authority
Uriz
Ontario
War effect on liquor and postwar habits in Europe
Wartime wages and surplus cash, plus liquor industry push, are cited as factors in rising drinking as Europe moves beyond conflict. The piece notes dangers seen by observers, with some arguing habits will fade after normal life returns.
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Europe
Condinane
Orangeville Banner
Fathers and Sons Depend on Close Father Son Contact
The article argues fathers often miss interest in their sons guiding values and ambitions. It stresses constant parental support helps youths avoid difficulties and value advice while maintaining respect for their fathers. Close daily interaction is key to healthy youth development.
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Neas Hoye
Special train from Midland carries canned food to France
Great Western Railway dispatched a special train from Midland towns carrying 17 412 cases of canned food weighing 420 tons to France. The consignment reflects wartime relief efforts and logistics coordinated by railway authorities.
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Landon
Great Western Railway
Midland
France
Canucks Host Acton Children Santa Visit
Canadian Army officers in Kaandyn organized a Christmas party for about 400 Acton district children displaced from homes or whose fathers were prisoners of war. Staff handed out toys and candy, with a large tree and Santa Claus distributing gifts as a radio segment noted the event and delays.
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Jlondon
Canadian Army
Kaandyn
Acton
Tibey
Dhe
Santa Claus
Local Professional Directory Highlights Acton and Georgetown
A historical business directory listing multiple professionals in Acton and Georgetown. Includes W G C Kenney physician and surgeon with office on Symon lock and church street, C F Leatherland and Kalicitor firm, marriage license registrar, Kenneth M Langdon notary public at Georgetown Gregory Theatre building, and office hours per Acton schedule with evenings by request.
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W. G.C. Kenney
Huogsen ‘Muccenanr
Fr . A. MecNiven
Symon Lock
MM Brrest
Acton
Keidsace Church
Kenneth M. Langdon Barriates
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Georgetown
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Flyer
Georgetown Flyer
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