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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 12, 1925
Page
4
The article notes a U S customs and border patrol effort aided by an airplane for suppressing rum running and immigration evasion. It mentions cross border cooperation with Ontario to extend action at Port Colborne and Windsor, where illegal evasion has grown.
The Farmers' Sun argues Premier King must convene the new Parliament quickly to outline his plan and seek Commons support, then appeal to the people. Prolonged four year governance would bring uncertainty and unrest needed to restore order after war.
The Ottawa Journal notes Great Britain treats local government as vital, with strong citizen involvement and active oversight by voters. It cites the Duke of Devonshire’s county council race and urges Canadians to study candidates and engage in franchise use for better municipal progress.
A reflective piece argues that many institutions aim to improve society but urges individuals to share in the work. It questions why capable citizens do not engage more and highlights that small contributions from many can ease life’s sorrows.
The Provincial Treasury reports a rising deficit in Ontario from about 3 million last year to around 6 million this year. Shortfalls include soft drink revenues estimated at 2.2 million but only 250 thousand collected and gasoline tax runs $300 thousand below forecast.
The Norwood community in Peterboro County rallied after the Keefer family’s Register plant burned. The Library Board offered basement use, the Town Hall basement was pledged, and a business group promised help as the Farmers Club and others expressed strong public support.
The council accepted C H Burgess & Co bid for 19360 in High School debentures. A cement walk at the Post Office is in worse shape than in years. Halton Educational Association holds its annual meeting Nov 26 in Milton Court House with an interesting program. John Milton Chapter bazaar set for Nov 13 in St Pauls Church school room. Coroner’s jury returns accident death verdict for Pasquale and Gindo Gardini after being struck on Oct 4 by a freight train. Mrs M Gorrell announces engagement of Clive Thorne to E Pirie Saunders with wedding planned Nov 14.
Afra Reynolds of Picton visits the Franks in Erin during the week. Westbound travelers Harry Harmsworth Peter Cooley and Jim Smith have returned home. Caledon Hunt Club heads to Muskoka for the annual deer hunt. A new post replaces the windblown pole at Hillsburg O P M crossing. Presbyterian Church anniversary services slated for Sunday November 15 with special music. Mr and Mrs Ross Matthews move to a new home in Guelph from Erin Village. Rev John Lindsay accepts call to St Andrew's Whitby stipend 2800 per year and manse. will start soon. Hinsburg Women's Institute meets November 26 at Mrs William Barbour home with Mrs Chas McMurchy speaking on women as school trustees. John Gromly of Ospringe vs McEnery Bros Erin decision in Grundy’s favor appealed by McEnery but dismissed with costs. Erin Township taxes unpaid by December 15 incur 1 percent rate through December 31 1925. after that 1 percent per month.
The piece extols reading aloud during longer indoors hours as a practice that strengthens pronunciation and voice, invites social sharing, and enriches both reader and listeners. It warns against silent reading slurring over difficult words and encourages family engagement in literature.
The piece notes the two million cost of the recent election and says it wasn’t worth it given the result. It quotes Chancellor Luther urging German endorsement of Locarno security pacts, arguing Germans have much to gain. It cites Canadian High Commissioner Larkin calling Canada the world’s most prosperous country, predicting immigration will turn toward the Dominion.
Heilsen a Danish temperance leader and member of parliament proposes a nationwide plebiscite on prohibition. About 30,000 voters would decide in favor or against. If the majority supports prohibition the government will submit a dry Denmark proposal to parliament a year after the plebiscite.
The Grand Valley Star and Vidette, run for twenty eight years by W Logan Craig, is sold to James L Lands. The Milton Reformer has published for forty years under Richard White. The British Overseas Settlement Department plans diverting doles to unemployed men for colonization in Canada and perhaps elsewhere in the Empire. Observing Halloween is noted.
The Halton Golf Club and Country Club annual report will be presented at the Arena on Thursday November 26. Armistice service is planned at St George's Church on Sunday evening. A concert by Mr Howard Jermyn and quartet from Chalmera Church Toronto is set for Monday evening at the Baptist Church. Mrs Lawson is recovering after surgery in Toronto.
Mr and Mrs Jamies Almas left for Florida to spend the winter while the town cleans up and tidies. The high school commencement exercises announced for November 10 have been postponed indefinitely. A benefit concert will be held at Town Hall this evening under the newly formed citizens band. Trinity United Church Sunday School will stage the pageant The Lights of the World on December 18 at the church. Mr and Mrs Ryckimar and Nye Harry Ghent also left for Florida for the winter. A high class concert is to be given in Nelson Township Hall on December 2 under the Ladies Aid. Mr and Mrs Fred W Taylor and daughter Francis arrived from Hendersonville NC for a two week visit. Others listed include Austin Suffard, John Walker, George Achnabel, Wells, and Norma Walter. A hunting trip near Parry Bound Mosare returned with two moose heads to mount. Birch Lodge held a fraternal event with degree work and a banquet at the Bo OE hall, followed by a masquerade party and student high school activities.
A nurse recounts her dramatic rescue of Maxie, a paralyzed woman, in a crowded slum room. She bathes, cleans, and moves the patient with strength and humor while an amused audience watches. The scene ends with the crowd exclaiming at the feat and the nurse acknowledging the spectacle.
A reflection on how silence hurts as much as words. The speaker argues apologizing matters and appreciation should be spoken. Silence, especially when beliefs are attacked, harms the soul and allows moral decay. The spoken word carries power for good or evil.
The text argues young people should pursue being the best of their kind rather than aiming for the presidency or wealth. It praises carpentry and farming as noble paths and condemns overly ambitious careers, noting some presidents fail to meet their duties while skilled workers excel.
A city man lounges at a station when a seedy pilgrim asks for a 15 cent fare to the next stop. The man offers to lend the money for the fare, with the exchange turning into a brief whimsical encounter on the Interurban line.
A prominent American favors laughter over politics noting humor aids progress. He argues that lighthearted humor, exercised at appropriate times, can boost digestion, sleep, relaxation, and overall work performance, even if occasional jokes disrupt focus.
A man of wealth and leisure questions auto safety noting he would not feel safe driving one and comparing a horse driven team to an automobile. He says a rattled driver is a goner while the machine shares no sense but urges practical sense at the helm.
A New England man praises punctuality of a Southern train only to learn the timetable is misdated. The conductor explains the eleven oclock train is yesterday’s service and today’s will not arrive until tomorrow, highlighting chronic lateness in a humorous exchange.
The piece argues true optimism rests on earned effort not passive hope. It defines optimism as belief that hard work and planning bring results, with ships coming in only after sending out cargoes of faith and effort.
A NY Sun report recounts a nine year old boy who accidentally shattered a pane of colored glass while practicing a pastime. His mother questions his honesty and he explains he called his father on the telephone to tell him what happened.
A humorous mock dialogue about German cabbage and sauerkraut prices. A German notes rising cabbage costs and the inability to store enough, joking about preserving with parrots for winter. The piece reflects light social satire on food costs and pantry stock.
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