Ontario officials push jail term for work shirkers
Eleven Ontario municipalities including Kitchen er and Barrie propose changing welfare law to jail employable adults who refuse work or quit reasonable jobs. Critics say the plan is unjust and impractical, arguing it blames the state while taxpayers fund welfare.
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Ontario
Kitchener
Barrie
Cornwall
Galt
Kingston
Owen Sound
Peterborough
Sarnis
Stratford
Waterloo
Woodstock
Canada
Thanksgiving Reflections On Appreciation And Progress
A community piece lists gratitude for civic voice, history, religious freedom, choice, volunteering, communication, new generations, science, and progress. It emphasizes daily thankfulness beyond a single holiday and praises acts of service amid imperfect use of power and understanding.
Acton News Briefs From The Free Press 1942
War news reaches Acton as a husband reported a German prisoner of war and Sgt Magdevine involvement noted after Dieppe. Local events include a Lakeside Chapter fundraiser, church anniversaries, a Navy League committee meeting, sidewalk work, reduced street lighting, and a new Beardmore mill lease.
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Acton
John Ervine
Dieppe
Magdevine
C.J. Vin Goozen
Lakeside
Mill St
Acton Jaid
District Burlington Mayor Opposes Regional Study Plan
Mayor Owen Mullin criticizes a proposed Ontario Department of Municipal Affairs funded study of Fremiston's relations with neighboring municipalities. He argues regional government would subordinate Burlington's interests to others and undermine local governance.
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Burlington
Owen Mullin
Ontario Department of Municipal Affairs Finance
Fremiston
Mullin
Hamilton
Bu Hington
Mod
Brisk Bids at WL Auction Learn Resolution Procedure
A meeting at the Nassagawest center drew sixteen ladies with focus on drafting resolutions. Mrs C Rinehart spoke on handbook guidance and proper wording to gain district and area acceptance, with notes on an emergency one solution and speaker suggestions.
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Abs Wobraser
C. Rinehart
English Language Troubles and Vivid Classroom Moments
An essay ribbing English irregularities and the need for patience in teaching. It contrasts English with Latin and French, noting tricky spellings and pronunciations, then reflects on moments of student talent and the humor and challenge of language instruction.
No Charges Pressed Against Teen-Agers
Two teens aged 17 and 18 were apprehended by Acton police last week on suspicion of stealing a car owned by a Kitchener man. The owner chose not to press charges after the girls had been taken into custody and held for a time before authorities coordinated with Kitchener police. The man had reportedly driven with the teens as he sought a hotel room.
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Sowo Welland Guts
Acton
Kitchener
Morley
Weekly
Aoepart
Erin 4-H Calf Club Meets at Hamilton
The Erin 4-H Calf Club held its final meeting on Wednesday September 19 at Ward Hamiltons farm in Acton. Karen Hamilton demonstrated calf showmanship while Ted Preman and John Reid reviewed the years quiz sheets. Each member prepared a reporter for his calf with help from club leaders and a supper was served by Mrs. Hamilton. Grace McCullough thanked the hostess and leaders for their year of assistance.
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Erin
Ward Hamilton
Acton
Karen Hamilton
Ted Preman
John Reid
Hamilton
Grace McCullough
Duck Hunters urged to safety during opening day
FE Liddle cautions duck hunters on Lake Huron district to stay distance from others, let birds come close enough to shoot safely, and remain in blinds after sunset. He warns to monitor weather, avoid crossing water in poor conditions, check gear, keep oars, and dismantle guns after dark. Emphasizes following water safety rules.
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Lake Huron
FE. Liddle
Touge Hunning
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