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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 08, 1924
Page
4
At Elora district meeting two weeks ago newspaper editors urged retention and strengthening of the Ontario Temperance Act and opposed relaxing provisions. A Toronto visit with a provincial press official confirms the Elora sentiment as the prevailing attitude across the province.
An essay contrasts city newspapers with rural weeklies, praising country papers for uplifting community life through business news church updates marriages births and deaths while labeling city papers as sensational and brutal. It also surveys immigration in Canada noting challenges and calling for integrated education and social supports.
Canada rapidly grows export trade with Japan and China. Wheat and flour lead Orient demand with Canadian mills holding a near monopoly. Flour exports rose from 4 002 barrels in 1920 to 805 247 barrels in 1923, while lumber shipments jumped from 25 million to 201 million feet between 1921 and 1923, signaling higher farm and forest prices.
A citizen told The Free Press the Women's Institute should place receptacles on prominent street corners for waste paper candy bags gum wrappers cigarette cartons banana peels and orange peels. He praised the Government Building drinking fountain and Main Street animal watering fountain as practical benefactions and urged more refuse receptacles.
Former Newfoundland premier Sir Richard Squires faces charges of misappropriation involving 22000 dollars from the Liquor Control Department. Dr. Campbell, ex Agriculture Minister, is linked to 400 dollars in public funds. The write up urges a full investigation and harsh penalties.
Alymer Gazette notes a Commons debate on J S Woodsworth's Home Rule for Canada. Leaders from Liberal and Progressive parties accepted the principle, while others warned of full sovereignty limits. The discussion remained orderly with broad cautions about imperial bonds and constitutional reform.
Editorial notes discuss Britain’s dole bill, immigration activity in Canada, Russia renamed to Union of Soviet Socialistic Republic, MacDonald’s May Day message about a unified world parliament, Renfrew Mercury under Rupert Davies, Markham Village high school referendum defeat, Ontario weed costs at 20 million, and calls for better farming practices and weed law enforcement.
Ahs Nouth and residents share winter activities and local changes. Hamilton sells land on Ontario Street to Elmer Dyment of Toronto and moves to Port Credit. The Village Inn opens for the season. Blue Dragon Inn near Clarkson is noted. Court renovations at Burlington Tennis Club progress. May play schedule hinted. May 20 features a musical and literary evening with Toronto tenor David Leon and Miss Jackson of Stratford. Assessors Berry and Jarvis have completed town reassessment, aiming to lower taxes. Norlington Horticultural Society holds a fence removal near Brant Street and hydro right of way, beautifying the area with beds and maintained grass.
Mr M Richmond of Rockfort visited Milton guests Mr and Mrs Bows and Miss Linklater resumed teaching after illness. Druggist George Bowes of Montreal stayed with his mother G S Bowes. Milton Lawn Bowling Club awarded A Merkley contract to build a new clubhouse. Rev R R Hare from Toronto spoke on personal hygiene at Public School. The Bishop of Niagara held confirmations at Grace Church and Milton Heights. Local work opportunities rise with brick, stone works and restaurants in operation. Georgetown Young People’s League visited Milton with a musical program.
Mr. George Roswell returns to Vancouver with his father after wintering in town ship. Mr. EL Wright buys from D. L. Mundell the residence begun last fall. Miss Joan Sandere convalesces after an operation at Guslph W General Hospital. The County Council meets in Guelph and approves a new road through the village, funded by county grants. A new six classroom school building was opened with modern facilities and electric lighting. Dr Waugh officially unlocked the school as the community heard addresses and music.
Oakville reports C D Carson elected Superintendent and J L Barnes 1st Assistant Superintendent for the Sunday School. Reappointed old officers and teachers. Blakelock Brothers sell homes on Palmer Avenue and Division Street. Milton district Inter League final set for May 18 with Lowville Palermo visiting. Oakville Telefoon staff members host party including Miss Laura Bray and Miss Parkins leaving. Oakville Amateur Athletic Association expands to cover more amateur sport. Honorary members named. Hazurday stunt as Oakville Concert Band halts on the new bridge for its opening ceremony High praise for pedestrians and kids playing on the bridge. Record.
The Herald notes that Georgetown arena receipts for the year exceeded two thousand dollars. It mentions local social events, a Toronto visit by J. 4s Mackenzie, and Darius Williams visiting Pincha Creek Alta with his son. A flame nursing class awarded Ina Campbell a handbag for her efforts.
Mr G Milne of Alma visits son G C Milne at C N e Re agent to help him settle. Rev Wiley Claris of Saskatoon pays a short visit to sister Mrs Wilder and friends. Archie Jamieson leaves for Detroit for a new position. Mrs Colin Cameron visits friends Mr and Mrs John Stalker. Lars Mutrie brings Roy Hindley to village and a horse sale by White Laghorm. Jax Cox of Owen Sound spends days with W Edwards and Robt Thatch ver. Wm McWilliams of High River arrives with nine high class horses. He will visit brother Walter on a ranch near the Prince of Wales. John Hinna dies suddenly from heart failure. funeral from his sister Mrs John Leavens to Elore Cemetery conducted by Rev H Geiger.
A London crowd balks at a single ticket collector and storms a doorway to enter a hall. The piece contrasts English insistence on fair play with Canadian tolerance of crowding and corporate practices, praising the English approach while noting cultural differences.
A veteran journalist asserts that a newspaper man must possess the capacity to become excited about things. Enthusiasm drives work, while those bored by routine may falter. genuine interest fuels progress and success.
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