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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jun 29, 1922

Page

4

Editorial on temperance acts and Ireland tragedy impact

Church courts endorse the Ontario Temperance Act and praise Drury Government for enforcement. Britain moves toward gender equality in law with a Separation and Maintenance Order Bill. Park profanity and school talks proposed. amid Ireland turmoil, the murder of Field Marshal Sir Henry Wilson is condemned and viewed as a setback to peace efforts.

Drury Ireland Sir Henry Wilson London Phoenix Park Dublin Wilson Ulster

Canada Day Praise and Hopes for the Nation's Future

A civic tribute marks July 1 as Canada's fiftieth anniversary with praise for loyalty and prosperity. The piece celebrates peace and plenty, notes past challenges, and expresses wish for many more birthdays and a steady rise in national progress.

Canada Waloma

Milk bars urged for Canadian and U S fairs

The Farmers Sun suggests adding milk booths at fall fairs and picnics to provide pure ice cold milk at cost. It cites many fairs in Canada and the United States with milk bars to promote dairy in diets for children and adults. Buttermilk could also be featured as a healthful beverage.

Fall Fair Board Farmers’ Sun Canada United States

Life’s Vocations Give Young People a Chance

Examinations are underway and many youths will soon graduate. They must decide their future paths and deserve a fair chance to succeed. A college graduate voiced the sentiment that all young people simply want a chance, not special favors.

The Cost of War to Canada

The editor reflects on war’s enduring cost to Canada noting pensions rival wartime revenue outlays and the lasting burden of maimed veterans. The piece warns reform will take generations and urges care for veterans.

Canada Agton Front Press Republic Galt

Printing Tax Sparks War Cost Debate in Ontario

The piece argues a 414 percent war tax on printed goods burdens consumers while wartime costs rise. It traces tax history from May 2020 1 percent to 3 percent then removal for printers selling direct to customers. It weighs government revenue needs against delaying adolescent schooling and parental labor needs.

Felding

Canada tops world in exports per head says Ottawa

Editorial notes Canada earns about 150 dollars per person in exports while the United Kingdom averages 80 and the United States 65. Ontario towns prepare camping grounds for motor tourists and a published list will attract visitors. Aston Council urged to reserve park land and include Acton.

Canada Ottawa United Kingdom United States Ontario Aston Acton

Dominion Day Celebration Near Town and Country

The community plans a Dominion Day event at the new fair grounds on Bat asday in July with attendees including Mr Jaw Groan and Mrs Clinton. The piece notes a Methodist service at Hunday Inova and a cornmercal service schedule as the new Trane Limited line extends between Jurl Horton and Mhanditan.

Hookey Fair Ground Bat Jaw Groan Water Street Clinton Hamilton Payal Whaler New York State Cornell University Hana the Minoue Methodiat Hunday Inova Hive Murliydod Lodge Suna Trane Limited Jurl- Horton Mhanditan Caxotto

Milton Gazette notes and social announcements from Milton area

Local items report visits and travels of residents including Mrs T J Brown returning from Chicago and Mine Payton in HA Totelot. engagements announced Marguerite Halley to George Milne. church union services planned for July and August. Milton Lawn Bowling Club reports 33 members and new apprentices. court news notes Shelda Ward trial and a murder-related conviction with fines. various community notices and society updates.

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Georgetown Gazette Sees Week of Local Wanderers

Georgetow n residents including Mr G C Brown and Mrs Hynds spent a week visiting places like Niaxdra on the lake and Hoohentar. Mr J Aynda and family attended a funeral for Prof Wile in Kitohonor. A Council Chamber collision near Wobleton prompts talk of moving the chamber to the old hotel site.

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Community Notes From Stanley Park Event and Local Visits

A wide mixing of local happenings including a planned picnic at Stanley Park on Wednesday with prominent attendees, ongoing family visits from Huffula and surrounding areas, and reflections on finances and thrift in daily life. There are reports of health scares, a lightning strike causing barn damage, and a two week summer course by the Woman’s Institute. Local clergy, lodge activities, and hospital care are also mentioned along with property transactions by Mr. Win. Ramvabottom.

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Changes in Criminal Code and Cemetery Notice

The column notes criminal code changes making jail terms and deportation for drug traffickers, warns against overreach on opium crimes, and questions cemetery plot care for a former resident with ties to Fairview. It also reports plans to install town entrance signs and railway station markers to attract travelers and boost the town's profile.

Fairview Cemetery Councilea

Revenue gap hits Presbyterian Witness in Canada papers union

At a General Assembly meeting in Winnipeg it was noted that the Presbyterian Witness has fallen about 37,000 dollars behind in two years since the church unified the two denominational papers. The remark signals broader difficulties facing weekly church newspapers in Canada as revenues fail to cover expenditures despite large constituencies.

General Assembly Winnipeg Canada

Cheerfulness and the Moral Work of Duty Explained

A reflective essay argues cheerful labor and ethical effort build character. It cites examples of steadfast workers, contrasts virtue with idle pleasure, and urges personal discipline toward a useful, valued conduct.

Recipe for a Woman a Fortune in 19th Century Ad Tone

Fragmentary remarks describe a fortune of $100,000,000 and property deals including a $6,000 house that sold for $49,000. The passage critiques greed and investments, linking wealth to social norms and male influence, in a didactic early advertising voice.

Condolence Visit Recalled in Village Letters

The Mev. Mr. Johnston called on Mrs. Stra and Booklu to condole with her on the loss of her husband. He arrived to find the woman in tears and offered gentle comfort saying her husband is happier in the other world. He urged restraint and kindness.

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