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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 16, 1921
Page
4
A fragment from the Sree Press of Acton Ontario references a weekly publication schedule and advertisements. The readable text mentions Moore as editor and publisher and lists lines related to notices and charges. The source is damaged but indicates a Thursday publication cadence and local notice content.
The article urges a purposeful vacation beyond idleness. It advises outdoor activity, study of nature, and targeted experiences to gain healthy rest and profitable knowledge. Plan a worthwhile break, then return refreshed with new insight for daily duties.
The piece argues that citizens frequently blame an elusive they for local issues. It urges changing the question to Why dont WE act and stresses personal responsibility. A cooperative spirit, not evasion, drives community improvement and progress through individuals doing their fair share.
In Acton a community of 2000 residents boasts a law abiding populace but faces disruptive visitors and insufficient local policing. The council must act to provide competent police protection as the sole constable is overstretched and traffic and sidewalk violations rise.
President Harding at American University spoke on world peace and the long standing harmony with Canada. He praised North American ideals and urged nations to avoid war through peaceful settlement and mutual cooperation. Newton W. Rowell of Canada argued for united stand behind peaceful dispute resolution.
Farmers report cheaper output with rapid price drops while general merchandise nears pre war levels. Railway workers face a 32 percent wage cut effective July 1, approved by the Railway Labor Board in Chicago.
In a House of Commons budget speech Dr R A Anderson M P noted Walton County agriculture holds about 22 million in farms buildings and implements. Farm output in 2010 reached 7 084 431 with fruit vegetables and other products pushing the total near 10 million. Local industry includes 110 establishments with 1 657 workers and 1448 814 in wages. raw materials valued at 4 810 281 and finished goods at 8 781 804. Also Kingston boards praise religious instruction and foresee church union influence.
Editorial notes discuss a Japanese post card vote favoring disarmament, Premier Martin of Saskatchewan, speed-lawn enforcement in Ontario, wartime newspaper reductions, race track gambling opposition, a China Germany trade pact, California alien poll taxes, British government cutbacks, and cascading effects on farmers and prices amid economic strain. Includes numerous named figures and jurisdictions.
Vancouver Ward's commentary on Canada's immigration issue analyzes Mr. Crerar and Mr. Teatsky positions, warning that open doors could flood the country. It stresses concerns over population, wealth, and the impact on Canadian society, urging controlled, selective immigration policies.
The article outlines selection criteria for roosters and hens to maximize egg production. It details physical traits such as comb color, bone structure, body depth, and feathering, and warns that birds failing to meet standards should be discarded or kept for breeding only if they show potential for improvement.
An ornate incident at a Houston Episcopal convention ends with a bishop assisting a heavy man who collapsed in a public area. A nearby girl is frightened as the scene unfolds and the bishop responds accusingly yet insists he cannot help the man. The report hints at alcohol references and social tension within the crowd.
A historical note describes a rubber or fabric swimming glove design that uses joined fingers and a webbing between them to form a paddle. The device propels by spreading the hand and pushing water back, with fingers closed to catch and release for each stroke.
A fragmented ad claims one or two doses of Dr Miles Nervine will relax irritated nerves and restore calm, asserting guaranteed safety though the message is unclear and contains misspellings and dubious assurances.
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