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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 21, 1925

Page

5

Canada Expands Trade With UK While Reducing U S Ties

Editorial notes Canada's export rise to the United Kingdom by 35 million in the year to March while exports to the United States fell by 13 million. Imports from the UK were nearly unchanged, and U S imports dropped 90.06 million. At Toronto Agricultural Committee's final meeting, weed cutting was urged, with steps to involve the Minister of Agriculture and highways to curb spread to farms, influencing road grants.

Canada United Kingdom United States Agricultural Committee Toronto Minister of Agriculture

Ontario Paper Merges Kinardine Review with Kincardine Reporter

Col Hugh Clark sells his stake in the Kinscardine Review after 35 years to J J Hunter owner of the Kincardine Reporter. The two papers will merge as the Review and Reporter under Hunters management due to rising production costs and limited business in Kincardine. Hunter praised as a live newspaperman and Bruce County will be well served.

Kinscardine Review Hugh ‘Clark M. P J.J. Hunter Kincardine Reporter Review Reporter Hunter Kincardine Bruce County

Delinquent Youth and Social Reform in Canada

J. J. Kelso notes shifting social problems from drunkenness to home life and religious neglect among youth. The piece stresses morality, proper homes, and religious influence as fixes, with calls for strong government and Liberal unity to advance Canada’s prosperity and national welfare.

Ines Histarice Hanover Poat Cariada Liberal Party Canada

Quebec Liquor Law Change Sought After Judge Ruling

The Montreal Gazette reports that amendments to the Quebec Liquor Act will be sought in the next Legislature session after Judge Amedee Monet ruled Liquor Commission police cannot arrest without a warrant a customer who buys liquor illegally. The ruling pauses a police campaign targeting establishments that prompt illegal purchases and prompts a proposed change allowing an on site arrest by a Liquor Commission agent witnessed while purchasing illegitimate liquor.

Montreal Gazette Amedee Monet Court of Special Sessions Liquor Commission Commission Police Quebec Liquor Commission

Waterloo MP Urges Immediate Fusion of Rail Systems

The writer cites W. D. Euler, M. P. for Waterloo, who urged early action to end rail system duplication. He argues fusion could save at least 100 million dollars and turn a yearly 40 million deficit into a 60 million surplus, risking public indifference without broader awareness.

W. D. Euler M. P Waterloo Euler National Railways

Editorial notes on economy politics and education

A collection of opinion snippets and notices. Hastings plans paving with government aid cited. Canada’s 1924 exports total 458 million, up from 1.01 billion previously. Empire Exhibition ranks cities, Montreal seventh, Toronto eleventh. Comments on prohibition, Hindenburg, Canada Britain ties, education reforms, and tax reductions amid political debate.

Empire Montreal Toronto

Local Brampton News Highlights Thieves Foe and Postal Woes

Town reports a wave of petty thefts near Felton and Brampton. A resident attempted to confront thieves but was refused permission. police intensify patrols. Also noted are courier deliveries tipping heavy daily losses and debates on postcard and envelope sizes at the Ottawa post office. Ontario hog pricing shows counterpoints with select hogs earning a 10 percent premium in Toronto Yards amid varying provincial marketing shares.

Ghloken Petinianton Brampton Phe T. Eaton, Co.berton Waton Lye T. Co. Duncan Ottawa Postal Department Ontario Dominion Toronto Quebec

Brampton Paper Hanger Fatally Injured in Fall

Albert Dolphin, a Brampton resident for two months, died after falling from a ladder while removing wallpaper. A fragment of the ladder penetrated his abdomen causing a fatal hemorrhage. Harry Edie, knocked down and shaken, was uninjured beyond shock. The piece also includes notices on article finding laws and a Canadian canoe trip booklet and town improvement prompts.

Albert Dolphin Brampton Harry Edie Hin

The Mind of a Child in Central Park

A benevolent older man helps a young girl in Central Park who has lost her penny. He gives her a penny from his pocket and calms her tears, but she lashes out accusing him of taking the coin and storms off in anger.

Washington Star Central Park Avitha Ston

Branley Park Sports Programme And Court Appeal

Arrangements are set for a big sports programme at Branley Park on Monday May 26 including a lacrosse match between Daddy Knitting Mills and Caledon and a ladies soft ball tournament with Acton WrIn teams. Also noted is a school trust case against Hamilton based firm Qlmu Bros and Co regarding alleged unpaid contributions. the appeal against Osgoode Hall decision was dismissed with costs.

Witton Lambert John Anderson Ayr Gtowart Nan Onpont Slater Miki McDdugall di At. Thomas Felenta Sutwal Branley Park Ada Caledon Dodda Knlt Ting Milla Acton Wrin A. Alow Autor Reco Wil Bolow Progritntio Qlmu Bros. & Co Hamilton Irin Apottun

Milton to Celebrate Kings Birthday With 200 Grant

Milton plans a historic celebration for the Kings birthday on Wednesday June 3rd. The council grants the Agricultural Society 200 to use ground for the event with free use by the Athletic Association. Trout deliveries reach 3 000 yearlings to Milton Bish and Game Club pond in good condition. Citizens honor Rev W D McIntosh with address and purse from Antontats and local churches.

Milton Agri> ‘Cultural Society Athletic Association Chapman Eagar Robertson American Presbyterian Niasion Hunan China Robertson Knox Church Martin Street Irving W. D. McIntosh Methodist Church Mra. McIntosh McIntosh

Community notices and church events in Georgetown

Oddfellows and Rebekah members attended divine service at the Methodist Church Sunday evening. Esquesing notices mention dog by law penalties, property sale, chambers of commerce meetings, a U F CO and F W C gathering at Ward Ruddel’s home, and a Sunday School Convention at the Georgetown Methodist Church May 28 with afternoon and evening sessions. Fr. 8 Near returned to Queen Street, Br Cy Flogg sold his jewelry business to Br. W Hinton Acton and bought in St Catharines. Mrs H W Kennedy visited Detroit with her son George who shows health improvement. Mrs Near received a parasol and Mrs Campbell a consol net at Georgetown Women’s Institute meeting.

Oddfellows Rebekaoha Ionathan Tony) Restivo Toronto Millar Georgetown Chambers of Commerce Airgrove U.f.co F.W.C Ward Ruddel Queen Street Agin Cy Flogg Br. W. Hinton Acton St.Catharines H. W. Kennedy George Detroit Georgetown Women's Institute M. J. Near C. Campbell Herald

Burlington News Highlights From City Meetings and Local Events

The Burlington Gazette reports council discussed by law 868 with Catar Power Company for ten years and possible Brant Street paving to shorten future travel, while grants funded shrub purchase for the pump house. Meetings at Knox Church Ladies Society and a Chamber of Commerce banquet with Hon. John S. Martin were well received.

Burlington Lodge Alf A.M S of Knox Church J. M. Wallace Brant, Street Burlington Catar Power Company Mght ‘and Power Gubjeal Ball Holtby County Council Brant Street Dundas Streat Freeman Martin Burlington Gazette

Timely Warning From Autrominor-Loyal Reveals Threat

Fragmentary report describes a tense scene as Autrominor-Loyal leader issues a warning about imminent danger to nearby figures including Wyone Ty Wlophatiod. The text notes a moment of fear and a clash of forces with potential fatal consequences.

Gouden Johor

Grandma’s Bargain for Red Cloth Sparks Laughing Merchants

A garbled scene shows Grandma bargaining for cloth to make a dress for her grandchild. Milo Beans asks for red fabric while Metta presses for color, the merchant jokes about payment, and a clerk’s laughter echoes as a dreamlike exchange unfolds.

Clorka

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