County Voting Power Sparks Debate On Fairness
An editorial argues Halton County needs an equitable voting system as north and south share similar concerns. It notes current weights favor the north yet cites rising cooperation, warns against rekindling old sectionalism, and questions the value of maintaining rivalries amid shifting populations and contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Dapuly
Georgetown
Milton
Nassagaweya
Esquesing
Burlington
Oakville
Trafalgar
Bronte
Nelson Township
Halton
Ies
Forty-One Reflections On The Last Four Decades
The narrator recalls a world born in 1920 with postwar optimism and a booming Model T era. He notes the 1930s hard times, economic collapse, widespread relief programs, and mass unemployment as Canada and the world faced long low periods.
Sugar and Spice in a Fractured Era of Work and War
A personal memoir fragment narrates a family’s struggle through the Great Depression and war years. It recalls a father's failed business, a mother’s thrift, and a youth’s coming of age amid work, romance, rugby, and a wish to serve abroad. The author reflects on decades of hardship and resilience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Rome
Share Finger Pointing in Ontario Municipalities
The article warns of rising charges of irregularities against officials in Ontario towns and urges citizens to stay informed about municipal operations. It argues complex rules and public apathy as causes and calls for vigilance to prevent probes and scandals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario
Ing
Committee of Adjustment
Canadians Face Mixed Outlook From Bank Letter
A bank letter describes a cautious Canadian economic path with housing and social investment rising while business investment slows. Trade may shift toward the United States as Europe moderates, yet unemployment remains a concern with labor force growth outpacing employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
United States
Fragmented OCR Note Hints at Postwar Population Movements
The readable fragments touch on divided regions and occupation like Germany and Berlin, mentioning recall phrases and population movement ideas. It evokes themes of postwar displacement and migration, implying a broader debate on how people move in response to political shifts.
Mass Migration Figures Hint at Election Tension
The report notes about 6 400 inhabitants of Com mogont celebrate in Berlin and a larger group of 6 900 making a similar Easter 1960 act. It references weekly refugee totals around 4 400 and mentions time constraints for Qi Gestro and Ulbricht's political challenges. The piece notes Cuban boats near Key West and voters in Cuba contemplating migration as a form of protest against elections.
Bracebridge Week in Review Hints at Crime and Change
The article recounts a summer week in Bracebridge with scattered notes on local events. It mentions talk of crime in Baghdad and a shift in town landmarks including a new unemployment building replacing the old post office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dills Printing and Publishing Co. Ltd
Willow St
Acton
Ontario
Audit Bureau of Circulations
C.w.nla
Ontario-Quebec
Canada
United States
Post Office Department
Ottawa
G. A. Dills
David R. Dills
Vsti
Dini
Neds
Wwe
Speiding
Yatados
Baghdad
Tsosho
Bracebridge
Tos
Beng Midway
Equator
North Pole
Santa Chis
Vacant Attic Sale Sparks Town Notice
A local notice reports a vacant attic property sale in town. Residents discuss plans and possible price changes while officials monitor the event and assist as needed.
TASTY BITE Clarifies unsafe samples and cooking risks
A garbled note discusses unsafe food sampling practices. It mentions raw vegetables, contaminated or spiked items, and improper cooking times creating health concerns for consumers. It emphasizes careful handling and safer preparation methods.
Valuable Salvage From Cooked Vegetable Liquor
The liquid left after cooking vegetables is rich in minerals and corBewarns drawn from the vegetables. Use this stock to enrich gravies soups vegetable drinks or stews.
Thieves Try to Enter Local Garages in 1941
In June 1941 a wave of break ins hit area garages and service stations. Norton Motors and Tyler's Service were targeted but thieves fled when confronted by residents and security. Police, including Chief Harrop, investigate with provincial forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norton Motors
Tyler
Guerseey
Arreen
Tyler's
Harrop
A. W. Fosbury
Elmira
United Church
Clifton Gifford
Dresden
London
Acton
Canadian Legion
Soldier’ Monument
Mill St
Reeve Chamers
Lome Scots Band
Legion
Civil Guard
En Rc
Johnstone
Ruma
E. Barr
Tra Rath
Mirnisiece
Fiddle owner mourns loss of prized horse in accident
The Free Press notes 1911 events including A Black's fiddle tuition tragedy as horse Tragedien kicked by another horse in a stable injuring the front leg. The animal was shot to end its suffering after the leg fracture. The horse was Kentucky bought for 4000 by Saseeh Seagram, Waterloo, years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Free Press
Timbeday
A. Black
Black
High Court
Varnil
David Folster
Hiv Aquetant
Macklin
Acton Professional Directory And Travellers Guide
A compact Acton directory listing doctors lawyers notaries and professionals with offices on Main Street Ontario and surrounding streets. Also notes coach and rail schedules including Gray Coach Lines and Canadian National Railways daylight saving times and local appointment details.
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Ste Wiens
Weenie
Marve Tedlay
Seth
Edhaevey
Esther Taylor
Spain
Universris
Parr Bia Debianov
Dex
Ine
ENED
Cme
Implein
Cattra
Louary
Germany
Berlin
Lenin
David Floyd
United Kingdom
Mogont
Germnany Ted Aps
Fritter
West Germany
Sevier
Floyd
Ulbricht
Cuba
Handa
Key West
Bahamas
Jamaica
Haiti
Casa
Tonin
The
Howe
the Free Press
Professional Directory
AND
Travellers’ Guide
CR WG
Garrett Preecean
Willow
Rover
Robert DP. Buckner Prescan
Sengeos
St. Acton
Haus
FL. Wright
S. Astan
Bowne
H. Leib
Frederick Street
Haura
A. J. Buchanan
Mill Street
C. F. Leatherland
Q.C
A. Braida
Main St. S
Ont
Cork
Very,hoemaker
Mgr
E. L. Buchner
R.O
Mir
Robert R. Hamilton
Lever & Hoskin Chartered Accountants
Main St
King St
Brampton
Toronto
Gray Coach Lines
Sun
Canadian National Railways
Peroni
Sresi Ranto
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