Remarkable Co Incidence in Acton Gazettes Editorial Tone
The Gazette from Acton England mirrors local city views on Mayor Hewett and Mayoress Mason, suggesting a possible second term for both. It discusses Ontario education reforms proposing a two year Normal School course, interim certificates, and delayed final credentials, with potential abolition of third class certificates.
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Gazette
Acton
England
Hewett
Mason
Ald
Reeve Mason
Canada
Ontario
Department of Education
Dangerous crossing prompts call for protections at Ayton
A letter warns that the Mill Street Ayton level crossing on the Toronto to Sarnia route is a dangerous unprotected crossing. With Canadian National trains frequent and sightlines obstructed by waiting trains, the public risks harm. The author urges the Railway Municipal Board to require protected gates and staff.
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Cooksville
Mill Street
Ayton
Toronto
Sarnia
Canadian National
Ontario
Railway
Crewsons Corners
Acton
Guelph
Canada Elections Since Confederation and Provincial Trends
A historical overview notes fifteen Canadian general elections since 1867, Conservatives winning eight and Liberals seven, with twelve ministries formed. It highlights Laurier’s long 1896 to 1911 tenure and Macdonald’s second ministry from 1878 to 1891, then discusses partisan rhetoric and Canada's growing prosperity and population growth.
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Canada
United States
John A. Macdonald
John A
Ond
Rand
United ‘States
Zwitch
Rural School Fairs Highlight Educational and Community Value
The editor lauds fall rural fairs for their fruit and vegetable displays, school team performances, and speaking contests. It credits teachers and the Agricultural Representative for fostering education, imagination, and confidence, arguing fairs unite rural communities and boost local progress.
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Jicultural
Winchester Press
Editorial Notes Reflect Canadian Politics and Public Life
A compendium of editorial observations discusses Liberal cabinet outcomes after elections, liquor curtailment measures by Jamaica and other colonies, urban vs rural funding issues in Belleville and Alliston, imperial conference topics in England, and criticism of political parasites. It cites the Globe on election results, Watford and Collingwood views on housing and road funds, and notes on Newfoundland’s status and confederation debates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamaica
United States
Beaverton Express
Ontario Temperance Act Reaction Echoes in Travel Diary
A Shelburne economist writes that after a long Ontario journey including Detroit and Toronto he did not see a single drunken man. He argues that conditions are better than opponents claim and cites the act's impact against prohibition fears. The account underscores travel observations amid temperance debates.
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Ontario
United States
B ‘ e-Shelburne Economist
Detroit
Toronto
Shelburne
Halton Teachers Convention Highlights in Burlington
The Halton and Wentworth Teacher Institute convention meets October 7 and 8 at Trinity United Church Burlington with talks on art education, public school curricula and teachers’ sessions led by local principals and university figures. A banquet features Prof. H McKellar on national wit and humor. officers and committees listed. A separate note praises Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a multipurpose remedy.
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Teachers’ Institute of Halton and
Wentworth Inspectorate
Trinity United Church
Burlington
G. W. Tebbs
W. Perry
College of Education
University of Toronto
P. A. Welsh
B.A
The
United Church
H. McKellar
R. F. Sanderson
Institute
Acton Notes and Local Notices From October 1906 Edition
Councillor John M Warren lists his fine farm on Mill Street for rent. Two commodious commercial rooms are planned behind The Acton. Weather records note the first fall snow of 1906 on Wednesday October 30. Dr John M Macdonald receives a top appointment on the Grand Trunk Pacific construction line and departs for Winnipeg Monday for a definite posting. The Grand Trunk Railway division brides will be reinforced to handle new engines. Rookwood show attendance and receipts are reported as the largest on record. Acton Cornet Band performs many selections to high praise. Births: Stewart in Acton October 9, 1906, a son. Wrigglesworth in Esquesing October 1, 1906, a son. Death: Kennedy in Crosswell Michigan September 20, Bella E Kennedy, formerly of Acton. Advertisement notes Holloway’s Corn Remover promise.
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John M. Warren
Mill Street
Acton
John M. Macdonald
Grand Trunk Fasific
Winnineg
Grand = Trunk Railway
Rookwood
Stewart
All the Comforts of Home at a Dilapidated Inn
A haughty traveler stranded by a broken car seeks shelter at a worn country hotel. He signs the register and asks if there is water in his room, only to learn the roof has just been repaired. Asthma sufferers are urged to try Dr Kellogg’s Asthma Remedy for quick relief.
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Watford
J. D. Kellogg
McCoy’s Cod Liver Extract Tablets Promise Health Gain
An advertisement touts McCoy’s Cod Liver Extract Tablets to help underweight and frail children. It claims benefits for weakness and rickets, promises money back if no improvement, and notes a strong result of a very weak child gaining two pounds in seven months.
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Alekly
The Courage of Faith in The Report of the Spies
A Sunday school lesson examines the report of the twelve spies sent to Canaan. It contrasts faith with fear, notes the Valley of Eshcol and the giants of Anak, and urges trusting in God while preparing prudently. Moses models practical religion and leadership under divine guidance.
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Spuls
Notice to Creditors of Daniel A. Whitley Deceased
The creditors of Daniel Alexander Whitley late of Nashwagheya Township are required to send their names addresses and details of claims to the undersigned. Executors Elaine Whitley and Cameron Rambhaw warn that after October 23 1936 assets will be distributed and they will not be liable for claims not presented.
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Daniel Alexander Whitley
Nasshgaweya
Jogail
Tate
Ela
Whitley
Cameron Rambhaw
Rheuma Remedy Promises Quick Relief and Money Back
An advertisement touts Rheuma as a cure for gout rheumatism and related pains. It claims the remedy removes poisonous waste from foliate and muscida and offers a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. Consumers are urged to buy from BE J Hasard or any druggist.
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J. Hasaard
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Acton Pree Press
Member
Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association
Town Weeklies
Actor Free Press
Free Press
E Street
Pastis
Inc
G. Aldills
Uw Ng
Editorial
Fergus News
Toronto Globe
Summerside
Chamber of Commerce of
Belleville
Newfoundland
King
Alliston
Reeve Scott
Creemore
Simcoe
Collingwood Bulletin
Halton Teachers’ Convention
McVicar
Campbellville
W- Perry
Mla
Judy
P. R McAskill
Oakville
E.van Tilton
B.D
O. EL. A
N. G. Pedcock
Esquesing
Ernest Bayley
Nelson
Formas II
Migs M. A. Vannatter
Georgetown
J.E. Davel
Hamilton
Milton
Sanderson
M. E. Ireton
Carlisle
Milsus M
Bennett
Miga I. Elliott
Nell
EsqueStng
M. A. Vannatter
V. M. Logan
E. Fee
Trafalgar
V. J. McLaughan
Wentworth
Thomas
Holloway
Fisah
Eshcol
Hebron
Kadesh
Israel
Palestine
Amalek
Anatolia
Jerusalem
David
Thames Pe
Moses
Lfe
Aly
Anak
Acqata
Colman-Keen
Dept
Montreal
Ito
the Canada Starch Co., Limited
Ganadian National Electric Railways
A.m
Keele Street
St. Clair Avenue
Kitchener
BUS
T.K.L
Arrilyeo
Wiles, Cafe
Daniel A. Whitley
H. N. Farmer
Ont
Leo Leatham Acton, Ont
Brantford
Arma
Lega
Castori
J— Fletcher
Dias
de Laval
J. W. Barberree
Guelry
A. L. Bouck
Kelly & Aiken
Orangeville
Owen Sound
Standard Bank ‘of Canada
Jiniec
Jtoronto
Jewellers
China
Lower Wyndham St
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