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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 27, 1921
Page
4
Reports from across Canada show improving sentiment in manufacturing and retail trades, with cautious buyers resuming purchases. A new bill to hold illegitimate parents financially responsible for their children draws debate on equity and public policy.
Cunard Lines' maiden voyage from Liverpool to New York features a one class liner with no first or second class berths. The Albania offers all passengers private cabins and full ship access, seen as a bold step toward real democracy at sea.
A comprehensive interim report by the Public Service Commission recommends raising the legal marriage age for men from 18 to 21, creating a committee to study restricting licenses for the mentally defective and insane, and evaluating an oath for both parties or protection against venereal disease. The commission calls these items worthy of legislative consideration.
A St Marys citizen explains reluctance to seek municipal office. He cites fear of scrutiny of ancestry and public criticism, plus the burden of franchise responsibility. The piece argues that electors often fail to appreciate long service and sacrifice, deterring capable citizens from public service.
Hon. N. W. Rowell, former Canadian Privy Council president and recently a Canadian delegate to the League of Nations in Geneva, told the Canadian Club in New York that Canada should act with Great Britain and the United States to interpret and promote mutual understanding. He said the League offers a practical substitute for war and could save civilization if a better path is found. He urged leaders in Canada, Britain, and the United States to recognize the League’s wide influence on future well being.
Despatch from Regina notes liquor forces may defy public opinion to gain a reprieve on a legal technicality. Federal law banning shipments to provinces voting against importation could face court challenges up to the Privy Council. Enforce ment may be delayed during litigation, risking a broader clash over provincial rights and a possible nationwide or interprovincial prohibition outcome.
The creditors of Fmeline Jane Wordom late of Glen Will Hem village who died in Setloville around May 29, 1920 must file their claims by February 13, 1931. They must mail sworn statements of account and details of secured property to Administrator William L. Worden or his attorney at Bollottor. After February 13, 1931, the Administrator will distribute the estate and will not honor late claims.
An unnamed visitor arrives at a busy door, promising opportunity through hard work despite warnings of effort and risk. The piece shifts to two new university degrees, Doctor of Ha Wealth and Bachelor of Bolence Wy Wyglone, aiming to train helpers in public health and prevention. The main tale follows a shirker who resists reform, while a supervising watcher explains wart era reductions as everyday life continues, with a conductor noting wartime layoffs.
A fragmented OCR note details a yacht race with unclear names and outcomes. It mentions AW Magiahinan and Heotehman figures, a Kawahman remark, a win by breadth of paint, and references to Toaver and Tomver with uncertain conclusions about who won or led.
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