Community Social Life Highlights Acton Region Visits
The social column lists guests and locals visiting Acton over the weekend including Mr. Ray Gordon of Toronto and Miss Isabel Lantz of Guelph. Many couples and families from Toronto Guelph Galt Goderich and Hamilton spent Sunday at various Acton homes and hospitals. Engagement announced for Eileen Alexandra McFarlane to Willrose Reid with a June wedding planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isabel Lantz
Guelph
Thomas Ramsdew
Herbert Auld
Miss Vert
Toronto
Hugh McCutcheon
Eileen Alexandra
Willrose . Reid
W. J. Reid
Acton
Joseph Coughlin
Heleni
Josephine
Hamilton
Orrie
Coolie
Galt
J. E. “Campbell
Mandssa Campbell
Ballinafad
Ben. Wallace
Nassagaweya
The People Who Cannot Forget Personality Impression
A contemplation on memorable character and why some people leave a lasting mark. It warns that those who imitate others fail to make a distinct impression and urges fairness to oneself by allowing personality to emerge and endure.
Neighborhood News from Burlington and Vicinity
Miss T Atkinson of Montreal visits her parents on Princess Street. Mrs E Donkin visits son Victor in Ottawa. Tax collector S Hicks preparing notices to mail soon. C E McGregor attends funeral of uncle W B Lewis. J F Clugston invited to pastor Appleby and Nelson United Church circuit. Sam Clark and others on fishing trip in Northern Ontario. Friends of Land and Mrs Brant Coleman recovering after car crash. Russell Edwards reports dog bite while biking near Indian Point. medical aid given. Chief Smith investigates. Mrs T J O Sullivan returns from two week visit to Albany Troy Watervliet. Harry Davis planted three thousand tomato plants, earliest in years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Atkinson
Montreal
Wm. Atkinson
Princess Street
J. F. Clugston
Dobbinton
Appleby
Nelson
United’ Church
Sam Clark
Vickers Peart
Wm. Jennings
Fred Clark
Ontario
Land
Brant Coleman
Russell Edwards
Locust~ Street
Chief Smith
Indian Point
Smith
T.J. O'Sullivan
Albany
Troy
Watervliet
Harry Davis
Gazette
Smut Diseases of Gram in Eastern Canada
Eastern Canada faces losses from smut diseases affecting oats and barley. The Dominion Experimental Farms prescribe control methods including formalin treatment for wheat bunt loose and covered smut, and hot water treatments for loose smut in wheat and barley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Dominion Experimental Farms
Dominion Laboratory of Plant Pathology
Dominion
Central Experimental Farm
Ottewa
Consistent and Constant Courtesy in All People
Be courteous to all who show courtesy and to those who do not. Courtesy is due to every person regardless of wealth, education, or behavior. Maintain a steady, uplifted standard of manners for self respect and mutual respect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Symon
Organize Thinking Powers Essay Advocates Mindful Thought
Gautama’s message that all we have stems from our thoughts is echoed in a Johannesburg Sumolay Times piece. It warns of careless thinkers and calls for organizing thoughts, avoiding cynical childhood influences, and restraining harmful ideas to save the world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gautama
Johannesburg
Sumolay Times
Ciuel
Yale Men and Stick-To-Itiveness in Business
The National Biscuit Company hired Yale graduates, but progress was slow. Only three students completed a management training class, with one becoming president. The piece warns that perseverance determines success even with talent and knowledge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Biscuit Company
Yale
American Magazine
Chicago
Detroit
Thege Wale
Visitor waits for manager after Bermudas vacation
A pompous stranger barges into an office demanding the manager. The clerk pleads the manager is away in Bermudas on vacation, promising to wait about a fortnight. The visitor grows impatient.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bermudas
Market reports dairy and poultry prices from Toronto
Quotations for dairy products show butter creamery No 1 pasteurized at 16 to 17 percent above, with other butter quotes around 19 to 00. Poultry and eggs list country shippers quotes for eggs and various fowl, with ranges for broilers leghorns hens and ducklings. Hides and wool prices include city hides green 14 to 4c and calf rates. Grain quotes cover wheat 52 54c barley 35 40c oats 27 30c rye 45c and corn 44 to 46c. Ontario grain and straw values shown, with potatoes 28 to 30c delivered on track via Toronto.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toronto
Toronto Board of ‘Trade
C.i.f. Bayport
Ontario
Transplanted in America a study of family strain and growth
The piece discusses how relocation to new communities affects families especially girls. It argues transplanted daughters often mope while sons adapt philosophically and warns against dramatic self-pity. It notes fathers need support when work and homes are stressed by moves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Rose
Mechanical ash removing machine eyed for city service
A GE developed automatic ash and waste handling system in Schenectady promises rapid pickup from cellars and streets. The large ash removal truck uses pneumatic suction to draw debris into a hopper and belt to a waiting truck, serving multiple buildings as it moves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Suburban Wife Seeks Dinner After Meat Mix-Up
A housewife considers inviting neighbors for dinner after discovering the butcher left their meat at her house by mistake. Her husband reacts with sharp surprise as the idea forms to share the impromptu meal.
Capital and Interest in Society Question
In the exchange, a character named Banks shows no public interest. he supplies capital while his wife and daughter take all the interest in society. The line critiques wealth underpinning social life and responsibility.
Naughty Lady Ainda Mystery in a Racial Fracas
Mrs Brown questions a Black laundress about an arrest. The woman denies guilt and mentions a stranger named Miss Demeanor, claiming she never heard of her. The dialogue hints at social tensions and a sensational rumor in a tense household scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mandy
Mrs. Brown
Brown
Miss Demeanor
Did You Ever Stop To Think
A Shawnee Oklahoma column argues that persistent truthful advertising sustains business. It contends that manufacturers must continually promote products through print to keep customers informed and engaged, warning that neglecting advertising leads to stagnation or failure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edson R. Waite
Shawnee
Oklahoma
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