The Acton Free Press Thorsday July 15 1020
The Acton Free Press publishes weekly from Acton Ontario with a subscription price of 1.00 per year in advance. Advertising rates are listed per inch and per line with contract display ads available for annual placements. Editorial content and notices fill the issue.
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Editorial Voices Ontario Policy and Western Crop Promises
A reader urges proper credit to Halton in provincial premiership talk while noting Western Canada’s hopeful crop outlook. The piece highlights investigations into Forests and Mines, Catholic support for temperance, and cites Premier Drury’s vow to return misappropriated property, plus a Canada War Pension comparison and a plan to boost rural youth through practical agricultural programs.
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Drury
Canadian Wheat Prospects Lift Canadian Crop Outlook
The Fayvneri Magazine notes Canada's wheat as a key world staple with an overall favorable prairie outlook despite a slow start. Acreage drops 13 percent to 15,502,000 acres with fall wheat up 740,300 acres. Ontario yield is average, Spring wheat modest, total 283,840,000 bushels projected versus 193,000,000 last year if conditions hold.
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Acton Forms Chamber of Commerce To Boost Local Industry
The town of Acton revives business unity, forming a Chamber of Commerce with a revised constitution. Aimed to coordinate manufacturing prospects, attract investment, and address issues beyond municipal council scope, the group seeks strong representation of local businessmen to improve conditions and industrial activity.
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Rowell Announces Definitive Retirement From Public Life
Hon N W Rowell confirms retirement plans after Cabinet resignation, will take a three month overseas vacation to England and the continent before returning to resume law practice. He departs this week for the trip, his first real vacation since leading the opposition in Ontario years ago.
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Ontario Premier Drury backs Hydro Radials call for inquiry
The Premier of Ontario supports the Hydro Radial plan but argues the large proposed expenditures require a thorough commission inquiry. He requests a commission of competent experts with pre-Hydro backgrounds and prompt, competent investigation to satisfy all concerns. The timing of any transfer of the Guelph Street Railway to Hydro is not decisive.
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Ontario Enacts Anti-Glare Headlight Law
The anti-glare headlight act takes effect next Monday requiring all vehicles in Ontario to use approved glare reducing lenses or devices. Enforcement will be strict with penalties from ten to fifty dollars for noncompliance, and testing of devices is urged by the Highway Department.
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Mortuary at Fairview Cemetery Becomes City Debate
The article discusses winter grave digging difficulties at Fairview Cemetery and the push for a municipal mortuary. It notes Renfrew’s success with a community effort and urges Acton Council to lead a campaign, hoping residents will support the desirable project.
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Meighen Seen as Canada's Next Prime Minister
The text outlines Arthur Meighen's rise to prominence as Premier Bir Robert Borden's successor. It notes Meighen's Ontario birth, Toronto education, entry to Parliament in 1900, and key offices including Interior Minister and Solicitor General. He is described as a keen debater with a disruptive, analytical style.
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Fragmented OCR Voice Memo Skips Clear News
Readable portions show garbled quotes and nonsensical lines. The piece appears to be a mis OCR of dialogue or lyrics with no cohesive report, names, dates, or events to anchor a summary.
In New York Afternoon Reception At Lafayette Place
Fragmentary report describes a social gathering with Mr W. W. Llewordh and Mrs Hluntoy at Lafayette Place. The account notes a man refusing to stand with his back to a wall to receive a blow, recalling Africa born habits of self protection and a remark about Gow. Shepman and Gow. Shepardman.
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Unclear OCR fragment features a confrontation on a foreign ground
Fragmentary text shows a conversation with a Chinaman and others. The garbled lines mention a native, a comrade, and questions about coming with someone. Names and places are unreadable, making precise setting or event unclear.
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Be THE HOUSEHOLD ANGE
A poetic critique of social roles and charity emphasizes kindness at home and in the community. The piece contrasts compassionate living with hollow gestures, praising practical support and faith in daily deeds over empty ritual.
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