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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Feb 22, 1923

Page

4

Editorial on elections and Ontario rights in power projects

The editorial discusses the forthcoming general election and instructions for preparing voter access, notes Ontario's protection of provincial rights in St. Lawrence power developments, and cites government action under Premier Drury. It adds a local anecdote from the Alliston Herald about a printer’s out of town paper and the oddities of consistency in dates.

Ontario St. Lawrence River United States Drury Alliston ‘Herald

Halton Conservatives weigh convention for provincial seat

The Milton Reformer reports Halton Conservatives plan a March convention to nominate a candidate for provincial election. Likely contenders include George Hillmer Oakville W H Morden Trafalgar J A Willoughby Georgtown and Mayor Irving Milton. Morden touted as strongest for the ballot leading to a possibly multi ballot convention.

Tapis Halton Conservative Association George Hillmer Oakville W. H Georgetown Morden Conn Halton Max’ ‘Smith Burlington Acton Willoughby OckVille Trafalgar Nelson Smith Milton Irving Nassagaweya Syl Ghee

An Opinion We Aim to Deserve from The Farr Press

A brief quotation from Mrs. Co. D. Richards of Banff Alberta praise the Farr Press for a charitable spirit and its habit of seeing the good in all sorts of folks. The remark underscores a tone of hopeful benevolence in the periodical.

Journalistic History of Jas. Graham in Milton

The Milton Champion notes a sketch of Jas. Graham a veteran Halton and Milton journalist now in Acton. It mentions his stint with Rowe and Graham publishers of the Halton Journal, partner Ransome Rowe, leaving Stresggville for Milton in 1854 and later moving to Pennsylvania before John Jacques took over the Journal.

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Toughen Your Muscles and Sharpen Your Brain By Hard Work

A fragmentary editorial urges youth to not fear hard work and to value early labor. It notes successful men often regard boyhood toil as essential, saying muscles are built by exertion and brains sharpen through looking out for oneself.

Dominion Prohibition Legislation Sought by Clerical Delegation

A strong deputation of church and prohibition group representatives urged the Prime Minister and cabinet to enact laws banning liquor manufacture in any province where beverage sales are banned and to restrict liquor exports to the United States. They also asked that exports to any country be limited to breweries and distilleries with regulations to aid enforcement. the Prime Minister pledged careful consideration.

United States Canada E. C Drury W. B. Raney

Editorial notes on liquor export limits and political debates

The piece surveys Dominion Government plans to curb liquor exports to the United States, critiques Judge Widdifield’s stock-selling misrepresentations, and notes ongoing shareholder meetings showing slow but steady Canadian economic improvement. It cites debates on capital punishment, real estate agent registration, and comments by political figures, plus a tribute to Henry B. Lawley, late editor of the Caledonia Sachem.

Toronto Ro Viary Widdifield the Free Press Henry B. Lawle Caledonia Sachem Caledonia Board “of Education Caledonia Agricultural Society Hig

Next Summer's Garden: A Guide to Rotations and Soil Health

A dated agricultural note urges rotating crops to prevent soil fatigue, warns against continuous monocropping, and advises moving illnesses like cabbage wilt to new beds. It suggests fresh plots for severely run down gardens, using manure, lime, and targeted fertilizers, and emphasizes planning crop order to avoid repeating plant locations.

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Selecting and Preparing High Grade Seed Grain

Two key factors in profitable grain farming are seed quality and treatment. The article outlines selecting Canadian grown seed suitable for local conditions, separating harvest from impurities, and using a fanning mill to remove chaff and weed seeds, with notes on adjusting upper and lower sieves and air blast for clean seed.

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Honeymoon Woes and Neighborhood Disputes Prompt Reflections

Fragmented reflections mix domestic strife and social satire as a narrator laments failed plans and awkward situations. The piece touches on marriage, divorce, neighborly trouble, and a satire of quick success schemes amid a broader clumsy social scene.

Tea Crop Outlook Brightened by Drought Recovery

The report notes India and Sri Lanka as top tea exporters facing reduced yields this year due to drought and plant blights, compounded by political unrest. Prices for all grades have surged. If rainfall improves and blights are controlled, output may rebound, easing shortages in the global market.

Ceylon

Random Thoughts on Men and Work

Fragmentary lines offer a scattered reflection on human folly and effort. The text glimpses a phrase about leading a fool to work yet not making him think and a caution to step aside in business matters. The source structure is unclear and reads as garbled OCR.

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Neighborhood News From Town and Country Note

A fragmentary town page reports local notices and obituaries. Mentions Jim Jamieson returning from Northern Ontario and Wilbert Hales involved in a car incident. Mrs George Marlow mourns a death with family survivors listed. Funeral and hospital notes include Thomas McCutcheon and Hertha McCutcheon. A new farm venture near Guelph is noted with local road conditions and drifting into winter.

Thomas McCutcheon Everton Milan Allie Cook Uuslph General, Hospital Mian Hertha McCutchsan Wits Thoma McCutchoon Loalie Hesbean Guelph Haven

Tobiiwen Birth and Winter Vehicle Debate in Camphellville

Darmda Tobiiwen born of Ken the iweekrend at his nephew George Hobinsgny Nussoga weya. He asserts Kenorala winters healthier than Toronto though colder. Hygro-Electria by law at Camphellville stalls. construction delays push start to spring. The project aims to provide local equipment and early exercise facilities, with the Arlow brick works supplying Robertson-limo fittings to Christie's.

Darmda Tobiiwen Kenthe George Hobinsgny Pring

Five Hundred Respond to News Invitation and Local Plans

Five hundred people accepted the News invitation to a damped ith new aitigo and the machinery in operation. The Council received four applications for the position of saass usor with salaries raised from $420 to $600. The Leather and Felt company of Toronto are negotiating to establish a factory at Hronto. The addition of four rooms for a high school is being discussed. The property committee tasked W. Connery to prepare a ward estimate and report. The Oakville Hand committee arranged a grand convert at Victoria Hall on Thursday evening. Proceeds will go to the Hand fund and to defray the Flan d’s trip to Toronto for the Munsey Hall MusicalWeival.

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Methodist Church set service on February twenty six

An anniversary service at the Methodist Church will be held on Sunday February 26 with Wav. G W Markey of St. Catharines, a former Pewter, delivering the special sermon. The occasion follows a quiet week with Scout troop activities and a farewell luncheon for Mrs Alfred Matthews hosted by Ian Turner and Mrs Venner.

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Town notices and community updates from Milton and district

The report notes hydrant frozen near the Ore and urges regular tasting for safety. Public Library Board member Naftel is named. Charlot Jones chosen town geachaur for 1023 with a $160 stipend. The arena tax exemption by-law is mentioned. W. Warling returns to town, remarks on health. W. Duncan and W. Handall operated in Hartington after wartime injuries. both surgeries successful. A birthday celebration for G. B. Howes is noted with best wishes and a recovery update.

Naftel_wiws Publica. Library Charlot Jones Pasado WO Warling Kettleby Bitton Thair W. Durnan W. Handall Lrne T Y Hospital Hartington Neformer Denyen Hamitton-Anundals Gitt Myes G. B. Howes Miltonts Aldeat Howes

The Pleasure of Music Heauty and Joy in Life

A fragmentary reflection on music’s power to touch hearts through melody and form. It describes how tuned strings and rich tones convey warmth and beauty, enriching childhood memories and daily life, and offers a view of music as essential to humane experience.

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