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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jun 19, 1924

Page

4

Catholic Cardinals Refuse Prohibition Wine in Rome

Editorial notes two American Catholic cardinals Haynes and Mundelein who, while in the Vatican, declined wine at receptions to honor their appointment. They argued prohibition is U S law and must be obeyed abroad. The piece praises moral courage and law enforcement, contrasting with arguments about rich versus poor rights and democratic priorities.

America Vatican Rome Haynes and Mundelein Italy

Learning by Heart in an Age of New Methods

The article reflects on learning by heart as a valued old practice once central to schooling. It cites examples from naturalists and writers who mastered vast passages, including Bible portions, shaping clear style and insight. It argues true retention makes wisdom alive, not merely stored memory.

Lucy Larcam Madame Willach Whittier Toronto Dominion West Hamilton &Sons

Remuneration to Members of Council

The Brussels Post reports debates on towns and villages paying council members salaries. It questions paying for a year’s attendance beyond patriotism and suggests grading pay to reward the real workers on the job.

Brussels Post

Ontario report shows child welfare totals for last year

The thirtieth report of Ontario's Superintendent of Neglected and Dependent Children lists figures: 627 Children's Aid Societies, 23 098 cared for, 786 committed as wards, 8 800 under supervision, 1 081 released, 2 250 in orphanages, 39 shelters with 486 children, 225 dependents in various homes, 2 060 in institutions, 75 adoptions, 1 162 cases of unmarried parents investigated, 462 in Industrial Schools, 67 922.56 dollars under Unmarried Parents Act, and 170 364.17 dollars cost for four Industrial Schools.

Ontario

Will to safety urged at Toronto Safety Convention

Dr H J Cody sparked talk of the will to safety at the recent Safety Convention in Toronto. He urged management and workers to prioritize safety to cut accidents and costs, noting 18 710 accidents and 2 071 058 60 dollars in compensation paid in early 1924 as evidence that the movement combines education and fiscal prudence.

Toronto H. J. Cody

Stand Up for the Colleges

An editorial defends colleges from hazing and mischief claims arguing students’ energy is balanced by study and sport. It urges fair view of college life, notes many working through college, and credits professors for ethical influence. laments media focus on misdeeds.

Canada

Editorial Notes on Explosions and Civic Spirit

The note highlights a deadly explosion aboard a U S battleship and compares it to British losses while criticizing municipal criticism of council members. It laments the lack of public appreciation for good councillors and urges citizens to be boosters for community progress. It mentions Edwin L Kinder drowned canoeing at Fort Frank and leaves a widow and two children.

Edwin L. Kinder Caradoc Station Fort Frank

Erin Township Notes and Social Roundup

Community events include visits from Washington D C and Guelph guests, property purchases on Main Street, and a Field Day and dance at Blaissy Park. Notices cover deaths in Edmonton and Toronto visitors, church meetings in Minona, and a social evening farewell for the McCutcheons amid village excitement and narrow roadway mishaps.

Convocation News and Local Updates From Georgetown

Georgetown notices report convocation at Toronto University with graduates Doris Armature and Doris Matthew earning degrees. Local officials discuss unpaid dog taxes and a new bridge over the Credit River. A high school baseball game sees Georgetown defeating Acton 16-4 with Hepburn on the mound and Green in relief.

Diffori Joyce England Lounty W. J. Rick Milton Tevin Matthew Toronto University Joseph Heaumont Harpin Thomas Irwin Tom Molfant Ireland 4. Kirk H. Holdroyd Toronto Hurst Yorkshire Halton Golf and Country Club B. YY Harnclough Eva Winhol Toronto Universites Milas Doris ‘Armatogue Hapitat Young People’s Union Acton B. Xx Acton Young People Monta Dan Livingstone Jamestown N. Y Bronday Cradit Norval Road Norval D. J. Matthew Doris My. Harraclough Glenwit- Maine Grand Lodge Mauonlo Temple Weston

Burlington Notes From The Week End

Mr Stuart Honderson spent the weekend at Princeton with his brother Mr Wilson Honderson. Tennis nights draw many youths as courts stay in good condition and the membership grows. Ming Helen Cleaver and Miss Conile Davidson passed their third year exams at Toronto University. Mr and Mrs A B Harris of the Gazette plan trips to Atlantic City Philadelphia and New York. Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist Church met at Mrs J A Lindley’s home. Mr and Mrs HR Langlois motored to Mand i Highland Park. benches in Gore Park draw complaint for possible disorderly conduct. Norris Graham returns from Heaton College to Brant Errest. Charlo served eight months in the army and will summer in Burlington. Knox Church choir gathered at the Makerr home to farewell the move and present a hymn book. Harold Kurtz passed his year exams in science and at Queens University Kingston. WI Dalton also passed first year exams. Mischief at the athletic club grounds earlier damaged the lawn tennis net. culprits to be pursued. The Hand band gave a well received concert in Gare Park. Directors elected for two years to the Chamber of Commerce include WwW Main, T B Gage, J J Holdman, W H Lamereet, Wi Watson, Yod Blur, Hoancermith and Col Millen.

Stuart Honderson Princeton Wilson Honderson Ming Helen Cleaver Conile Davidson Toronto University A. B. Harris the Gazette Atlantic City Hunt Hoya Gore Park Misa Norris Graham Heaton Mann Wlahes Aleg Bir Harold Kurtx Dresring Queens University Kingston WI Dalton Rome Miacreata Atish Gare Park Chamber of Commares Direatarw Www W. Main T. B. Gage J. J. Holdman W. HM. Lamereet Wi Wataon Yod. Blur Hoancermith Col Millen Quaette

Princess Theatre Purchases Crystal Theatre in Milton Burlington

Local notes report heavy damage last Sunday night and the purchase of the Crystal Theatre, Burlington by Mr. T D Humes, proprietor of the Princess Theatre, Milton, with his son Rad as manager. Other items include hospital transfer for Helen Sargeant, 12, Milton Ladies Bowling Club forming for 1924, and Decoration Day events from Milton Lodge and Daughters of Rebekah. County Council meets next week to hear auditors and assessment.

T D. Humes Princess Theatre Milton Crystal Theatre Burlington Rad HL White Cobourg Baltimore Fenella MacKenzie Montreal J. M. MacKensie Helen Sargeant Acton Oakville Goo. Hillmer M. P. Py Hiilmer O. R. Church Streetwvilla Traview Atoft Nurees Toronto Milas Denyes Mims Marshall Xdiltan Lodge Georgetown Streeteville Canton Hamilton Evergreen Cemetery Oddfellows

Rejected Manuscript Returns from Publishers Satire

An excerpt mocks manuscript rejections by Chinese editors who send elaborate, pretentious letters praising the work and begging for publication while returning the writing. The piece parodies grandiose rhetoric and self-important phrasing to show the absurdity of the process.

Sketch in the Meadow Causes Quiet Household Stir

A Urdiat spends a month nearby gaining Mrs Lawton's permission to sketch the little bride in her meadow. Lobby brags of watching the artist closely while he works and promises not to remain long. Bobby’s mother reassures them and notes the artist kept checking his watch for twelve o'clock, fearing to be late for dinner.

Bobby Opal Bobby

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