The Well Runs Dry In Drought’s Harsh Toll
A village endures a drought as water sources fail and shepherds fear for livestock. Men named in records contend with dwindling wells while families seek relief and plan for lean days ahead.
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 07, 1934
Page
7
Picnic reports and education notes from 1914
The fragment lists several social events and notices including picnics in Mr Wm Brown’s grove and a Women's Institute meeting with an address by Mrs vo of Limehouse. It mentions a protest over school dismissal, a new teacher appointment at S200 salary, and a marriage notice for A Wrey in Hillbury. It also references Ontario autos and an advert style beauty product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gameron
Om Ghureh
Wm. Brown
Women’s Institute
Limehouse
Board of Education
Pearl Z. Baker
Howl
Weda
MicPhersaom
Ontario
Wedding at St James officiated by Rev F H Wase
The ceremony at St James was led by Rev F H Wase former rector of St George Georgetown. The bride wore a crepe gown with blue accents and Veinna Kc of Acton wore a light suit with red carnations. Matron of honor Miss Whxyllia Wdwareds wore a blue frock. The couple honeymooned in New York State before returning to Googetown. Mr and Mrs Ballantine plan to reside in Googetown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. James
F. H. Wase
St. George's
Georgetown
Viowence Kc
Acton
Jeotor
Magara Walls
Wolnts
New ‘York State
Mrs. Ballantine Will Conkie
Googetown
Experimental Field Tests For Pasture And Seed Growth Detailed
Reports describe May 25 planting of experimental pasture seeds and fertiliser trials to determine best seed and grazing practices. Notes cover harrowing, weed control, and corn seeding timing. The Central Experimental Park shows 130 varieties with Ambassadeur and Jeanne d Arc among notable names. Also mentions Miller's Worm Powders as an effective worm destroyer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prescott
Ambassadeur
Con Gorcet
Edith “Cawell
Jacques” Callot
Jeanne d’Arc
Katherine Havemeyer
Marceau
Magsena
Necker
Rochambeau
Vestale
Little Girl Offers Harsh Classroom Justice
A child philosopher explains a simple discipline plan. The girl proposes assigning seats by behavior. The Aunt questions methods while the girl asserts her rule would shame undisciplined boys and preserve order.
Canadian Rust-Resistant Wheat Strains Proclaimed
The National Research Council of Canada reports a major advance in rust resistant wheat. New strains, developed by government farms, prairie universities, and NRC, promise to strengthen Canada's status as a top wheat producer. Thousands of tests remain before release.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Research Council of Canada
Canada
National Research Council
Prairie Provinces
National Research’ Council
The Miracle of Conscience as God’s Work
A quotation attributed to Vinet proclaims the conscience as humanity’s greatest miracle and asserts that if God can create this inner moral sense then nothing is beyond His power. It frames conscience as proof of divine capability across all wonders.
Safety at Sea Captained by Courageous Veteran Hero
When storms rage a seasoned captain safeguards passengers with courage and resourcefulness, ensuring safe passage and steady leadership aboard.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Shepherd
Thuredmy
George Cook
Awrey
Hillbury
Smith
Avwrey
Magzied
Guelph
Tine
A. Tise - Eiared
Mouke
Acienon Masters
St. Lawrence Starch Co. Limited
Port Credit, Ont
Milton
Georgetown Lumber Co. Ltd
Mcleod, Acton
Henry
THE
Liberal-Conservative Association OF Ontario
Tea —_— ems
Savage & Co
Ghina
Wyndham &1
Acton Free Press
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