Ontario Temperance Act aims to curb liquor imports and strengthen penalties
Editorial cites Hon. W Ewart Gladstone on enforcement and Ontario Attorney-General W B Raney's amendments to the Temperance Act. It highlights illegal possession of adulterated liquor, stricter essences rules, highway carrying under the License Board, and jail terms from two to six months. The piece supports tighter enforcement and quotes a Toronto Star editorial opposing loopholes and lax execution to reduce wine and spirits trade and youth drinking.
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W. Ewart Gladstone
Great Britain
W. B. Raney
Ontario
Board of License Commissioners
Toronto Star
Community Spirit Grows Into Permanent Centers After War
Community activity after the war surges toward permanence with neighborhoods forming centers and repurposing buildings for communal use. Rural areas seek broader programs as soldiers’ camps become lasting headquarters and uplift projects expand to benefit all generations. France's postwar restoration progress highlights rebuilding of houses, roads, factories, and farmland as history echoes past recovery.
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Beneft
France
Germany
Acton's Jubilee Next Year Prompts Civic Plans
The speech by J Walter Curry criticizes attacks on the Ontario Temperance Act and urges continued enforcement. It also notes Acton's 50th anniversary of incorporation in 1923 and proposes commemorative steps such as possible town incorporation, a new library or hospital, and other public benefactions.
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Acton
Standing by the Fire Brigade in City Cooperation
Citizens and the Fire Brigade share a strong spirit of cooperation praised by Chief McDonald and his men. A recent Young Street fire saw rapid turnout of trucks and motor cars aiding with hose reels ladders and equipment, illustrating community support. The volunteer brigade relies on loyal citizens to minimize fires and losses.
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McDonald
Young Street
Actan
Brigada
December municipal elections may move to first Monday
An amendment to the Municipal Act proposes holding municipal elections on the first Monday in December if a municipality opts in. Acton could set December 4, 1023, by bylaw before November 1, removing election activity from the Christmas season and finishing prior to holiday festivities.
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Acton
Words of counsel for hopeful workers in early life
A poster style exhortation urges young people to embrace hard work and keep a cheerful outlook. It warns against self pity over long hours and low wages, noting that success comes from such experience and that perseverance now funds future education and earnings.
Canada Pride Over Financial Standing Amid Loan Swoop
Editorial notes praise Canada for solid finances after a hundred million dollar loan was fully subscribed in one day in New York. The piece questions prohibition stance and discusses temperance politics, Ontario policy, and proposed actions on racing tracks and gambling alignment.
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Canada
New York
Downright Hard Work and Honest Efforts in a Moral Tale
A fragmentary historical newspaper piece narrates a moral anecdote about hard work, honesty, and self-belief. It contrasts those who pursue integrity with those who exploit others, framed as a minister, a boy, and a wakeful sermon. The tale ends with a humorous exchange over a promised nickel.
Advice to a Salesman on Making a Good Impression
A recollection urging salesmen to avoid bad impressions even when a sale fails. Leave with the customer a positive memory of character and courtesy, as the impression can lead to future opportunities or better positions. A well-placed image of integrity may influence outcomes long after the encounter.
Untitled Dialogue Fragment About Grief and Belief
Fragmented dialogue centers on a mournful scene with a man and woman debating beliefs after a death. The exchange includes ironic humor, religious notions, and questions about the afterlife as characters react to the deceased and to how others perceive their conduct.
Far House Cleaning Advice Fragment From Pore
Cleaning tips advise against using water on waxed woodwork and suggest a waxed cloth then a lintless cloth. Do not wash all curtains at once, use light starch or rice water, and avoid starch for curtains. Do not beat rugs. lay them face down to brush, then wipe door surfaces with hot water cloth to brighten and refresh.
Experience Meeting in Colored Booth Ends in Advice
A distorted account describes Dr. James Monros Buckley leading an "experience meeting" in a Booth with a colored woman testifying to the power of her religion. Buckley remarks on mutual duties, praising devotion to husband and home life, amid fragmented dialogue from the audience and observers.
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Micky
Mickay
James Monros Buckley
Slater
Buckley
Avery
Mysterious Diary Dialogs Stir Curiosity In Town
Fragmentary OCR reveals a tie of dialogue between a child and mother about a tale or play. The garbled text hints at narration and a potential revelation overheard from a newspaper page. No clear names or locations are readable.
Journey Tour for Boys Promises World Travel Enrichment
A father promotes a study tour for boys to travel Europe and America under the guidance of Professor Matthews. The planned itinerary includes Montreal to Quebec, Liverpool, Paris, Rome, Naples, Florence, Munich, Nuremberg, and London with round trips via the White Filer Line and the Tirgina. The two month tour covers transportation, hotel, meals, and all travel expenses for one fixed price.
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Komethinad
Travel Fa
Emat
Montreal
Liverpool
Cheator
Hirutfont-on-Avon
Y Oxford
Landa Paris
Versatile
Rontimne- Virtuel Athelmw
Lyons
Marcolilos
Connex
Nice
Monaco
Montana
Quebec
Wil Bay
Belot
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