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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Nov 27, 1919

Page

8

The Acton Free Press Advertises in Acton Ontario

The Acton Free Press published Thursdays from the Museum building Acton Ontario charges 1 60 per year with in advance options for United States subscribers. Advertising rates include 10 cents per line for first insertion and 6 cents per line for subsequent insertions. Contract display ads over 100 inches yearly receive 16 cents per inch. Editor and publisher HOI MOOHIE invites classifieds and notices.

Acton Ues Deen le Mud Street Acton Poutako Ja oMecom United States Xhoi Moohie

Peace treaty to take effect by December first

The Supreme Council agreed the peace treaty becomes effective on December 1, with ratifications exchanged in time. Nations hope the pact will foster enduring amity and prevent future wars. The piece mentions crime, a thumbprint anti theft idea, and Canada’s memorial cross plan for mothers of fallen soldiers.

Supreme Council Canada W. A. Fraser Georgetown Toronto Star Sam Hughes

Canada Rejoices Over Victory Loan Success and Future Wealth

Canada celebrates the Victory Loan pull finishing last week with 66 million dollars subscribed this year. The article credits loyalty and financial strength of Canadians and stresses thrift and integrity by the Government, especially Finance Ministers, to ensure prosperity and lasting benefit within Canada.

Canada

Old Man of the Big Clock Tower Sparks Fuel Debate

In last Thursday’s column residents react to fuel shortages. The Globe urges end of wasteful burning of worn-out railroad ties and calls for action by the Fuel Controller. Manitoba politicians discuss honest governance and farmers' interests in a speech by Hon. R. H. Grant at a Technical School event.

Globe Dominion Railway Board Canadian Pacific Grand Trunk Tomoto R. H. Grant U. F Grant Au Farmer

Tolmie outlines Canada's agricultural path to reduce debt

The Hon. S. F. Tolmie, Canada's new Minister of Agriculture, argues in The Agricultural Gazette that debt reduction hinges on developing natural resources and expanding agriculture. He emphasizes conserving virgin soil and avoiding mixed farming with livestock to achieve lasting, large scale agricultural prosperity.

S. F. Tolmie Canada Agricultural. ‘Gazette

Ontario Premier Drury Calls for Party Reform and Highway Plan

Ontario's new Premier Hon Mr Drury advocates proportional representation and party-system cuts while Ontario plans major highway funding. The Dominion sets aside 20 million dollars for roads with Ontario receiving about 8 million. The dyes issue opens Canadian trade with German manufacturers under treaty terms.

Canadian Trade Commission United States

Victory Loan boosts Canadian exports and stock market

The Victory Loan surge signals strong demand for Made in Canada goods abroad as European buyers seek Canadian products. Financing gates slow new orders, but Canadians plan to extend credits overseas, expecting a busy period ahead. The loan’s success steadied the Toronto Stock Exchange during a New York panic.

Canada New York Exchange Toronto

Ontario Report Outlines Mental Deficiency Policy

Justice Hodgins presents a two volume plan on care and control of the mentally sub normal in Ontario. Key recommendations include province wide registration, permanent detention in refuges or colonies, and segregation of feeble minded delinquents to restrain anti social tendencies. The report aims to benefit mentally and morally. The piece also notes gratitude to Ontario newspapers for their role in Victory Loan efforts and praise for press support during the campaign.

Ontario Justice Hodgins G. H. Wood Lave

Traveler Seeks Dinner in Desolate Backwoods Shanty

A weary traveler pauses in a backwoods region and asks for dinner at a dilapidated shanty. The host jokes about milk and food while dismissing any hospitality and the dog is blamed for the lack of dairy. The scene captures rough frontier humor and hunger.

Bormback

Nierfe acid and Nrat history of synthetic production

Historical note describes the creation of Nierfe acid around 160 years ago as an artificial venture. It says it formed by action of nitria acid on indigo, later via car bene wileri and wulphuria acids, yielding a yellow odorless moll with bitter taste and staining wool and silk yellow.

Fisherman Returns Empty as Trout Are Stolen on Train

A chap recounts a trout fishing trip ended without catch. his wife doubts him until he reveals he did catch twenty five large trout but says they were stolen from him on the train. He then jokes about bringing a new story instead.

George

Tricolor Colors Linked to Mary Queen of Heoth

The article recalls the origin of the tricolor as Mary Queen of Heoth reportedly gave the device to Paris with white for her royal husband the Dauphin, blue for Scotland, and red for the royal guards. It notes 1789 revolutionists adopting the colors.

France Mary Heotht Paris Dauphin Bootland

Lincoln Quote On Independence And Courage

A reprinted quotation attributes leadership and independence to those who stand alone for unpopular causes. It praises self reliance and charity, urging a firm rightward path to heal the nation and support veterans widows and orphans.

Widlow Abraham Lincoln

J P Scarrow Announces Tailoring and Cleaning Services

J P Scarrow informs Acton and district that he has opened the store next to Kenney's Boot Store offering high class tailoring and cleaning, pressing, repairing and all dyeing services including military coats dyed and remodeled. All orders will receive prompt attention.

Conservatory Acton Fuss Bert J. P. Scarrow Acton and District Kenney

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