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Editors Gather at Ontario Conference on Weekly Papers
Last Friday the Free Press editor joined editors from Ontario and Quebec for a gathering of weekly newspaper publishers. The sessions covered shared problems and solutions, with social time and community inquiries between talks. The event closed with a banquet at the Royal York Hotel and an address by Norman Sommerville.
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Mr Norman Sommerville addresses central Europe observations
The weekly gathering heard Norman Sommerville KC discuss recent Central Europe experiences. He described Vienna’s poverty and currency collapse, Germany under Hitler, and the mood since 1914, offering a Canada-focused view on leadership, institutions, and press dispatches.
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Address by Sommerville Bridges Europe and Canada
Ontario and Quebec newspapermen returned from a trip recalling Sommerville’s talk on Central Europe England and Canada. The speaker praised restored faith in institutions the Bank of England and government backing loans and the formation of a national government to meet a crisis. He noted repayment of loans to the United States and France and a renewed spirit of cooperation and gratitude toward leaders.
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Liquor Question Leaves Parties Narrowed By Beer and Wine Debate
The Premier and Liberal leadership have narrowed the liquor issue with neither party adopting a beer and wine expansion plank. Liquor interests press for a public vote independent of party lines, while warning against covert deals to boost alcohol sales and harm youth.
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Henry
Hydro policy heats homes in Acton with hot water praise
Editorial notes applaud the Hydro policy for installing water heaters in Acton homes, citing widespread comfort and anticipated further installations. The piece also notes an expected tariff amendment raising Justice Sedgewick’s salary to 14000 from 12000, while other justices earn 10000. It questions taxpayer impact. It adds Ontario migration trends showing families leaving Northern farms for Southern Ontario markets after government support, deeming the farm scheme doomed by a harsh winter and $10 monthly living costs.
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Chronicles of Ginger Farm Weather Rain and Flood Reflections
A farmer recounts exceptional weekly rainfall flooding the creek and bridges near Ginger Farm. He contrasts neighborly damage, notes drawbridge imagery, and laments hindered seeding while noting optimism from daily papers and a gossiping robin signaling more rain.
Dust Causes Asthma Remedy Promises Relief
An advertisement asserts dust triggers asthma and that Dr. J. D. Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy grants relief by easing breathing passages and restoring normal respiration. It cites hundreds of testimonials supporting its effectiveness.
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J. D. Kellogg
The Voice of Understanding Faith and resilience amid life storms
The text discusses how many lose faith under pressure but cites Edgar Guest on faith as an active, spiritual force. It recalls Christ calming the storm on the Galilean lake and urges courage and belief that current hardships are not permanent. It ends with an advert for Persian Balm a refreshing cosmetic lotion.
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Edgar Guest
Virgin's Bower A Quick Climber For Home Beautification
The Virgin's Bower, a rapid native climber in Eastern Canada, rivals Virginia Creeper in beauty. It can reach 20 feet or more, clinging by tendrils to any support, so provide a sturdy fastening. Replace poor soil near buildings with well manured loam for best growth.
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