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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 11, 1923
Page
11
The Oakville Record argues Milton Fair known as Halton County Fair should advertise locally. It criticizes the Milton Reformer for delaying press and notes county papers would benefit from pre fair ads. The piece urges broader countywide promotion and avoids blaming the Reformer entirely.
A Florento Star report argues authorities may treat gun armed bandits as dangerous risks, asserting that armed robbers who are ready for murder should be kept off the streets. It notes English law often imposes life sentences for armed robbery and stresses the danger of letting killers roam free after a crime.
The text argues knowledge comes from practice over theory and condemns overworked, unthinking labor. It compares futile routine to a merry-go-round and stresses initiative as the key driver of progress and high wages. It praises the initiator who creates new outlets for human spirit.
Prime Minister Lloyd George toured North America delivering heartfelt thanks for Allied war effort. He praised Canada for its voluntary 400,000 troops and stressed independence of Canada and the United States from Downing Street influence. His remarks were recorded as historic and treasured by observers.
Hon. W.S. Fielding reports completion of a large government financing effort in India and the British Dominions. A bond issue originally $50,000,000 has grown to $200,000,000 with books closed. Of this, 172 million meets next month’s bonds and the rest funds temporary loan repayments. Fielding credits Canadian financial strength and citizen confidence in Canada for the record sale.
A nation-wide alliance uniting fifteen organizations from Nova Scotia to British Columbia created the Prohibition Federation of Canada. Chancellor Whidgen of McMaster University elected first president. Dr T Albert Moore had spent over a year crafting the group to bolster the dry movement across Canada.
The piece argues that looting of banks by bandits and by trusted directors is a criminal offense with severe penalties. It notes that both federal and provincial governments now aim to protect people's trust funds. If Home Bank officers are proven guilty, they should face the penalties.
The Milton Reformer notes that country and township fairs run from now until October in the province. They are vital community events promoting good farming, social ties, and personal holidays for rural residents, serving as a yearly gathering and source of worthy recreation.
Editorial notes discuss municipal liability for motorists when main highways are closed for construction and argue caution in calling a referendum on the Ontario Traffic Act. The piece also reflects on civic responsibility, a merger strengthening the Bank of Commerce, and concerns about the high cost of publishing the Atwood Bee ending its run.
The Ontario Agricultural College has driven rising yields in barley oats and winter wheat across Ontario over two decades. It distributed Mandas cheuri barley and No. 21 varieties, introduced banner oats, and developed Dawson’s Golden Chaff winter wheat, boosting per acre yields and broad seed distribution to farmers and seed growers associations.
An 86 year old Prague violin from 1837, valued at 500, was stolen during a Western Canada tour and traced to Montana by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. While being returned to Canada the transporting car rolled, scattering the cargo. It was recovered after expert restoration in Washington, restoring its tone without damage.
The undersigned under instruction from John Boyd offers farm stock and implements at public auction on Tuesday October 16 1923 at 1 oclock sharp, near Thal-Ingrad one mile west. Items include Percheron horses cows dairy and beef cattle Holstein Jersey Durham and other breeds, a sow and pigs, farm implements, harness, poultry and miscellaneous articles. The farm of 100 acres will also be sold subject to a reserve bid with terms including 10 percent down day of sale and balance by mortgage after 39 days. cash under 10 and 50 cents and six months credit on bankable paper for larger amounts. Auctioneer R J Kerr Acton and clerk C O Plank.
Mary Bridget Ann Williams known as Mother Williams, a 72 year old Irish heart of Broadway, acts as a benevolent agent for actors and stage workers. She has long ties with New York producers, and with Commissioner Enright, guiding many in need to engagements while helping others with money and support.
A fragmented Ontario advertisement lists services including mortgaged lending, accounting books, and binding periodicals. Contacts mention Harold Nash, M A Barrinter, a notary public, and Perry man block Acton with hours from early morning to evening and references to Wyndham Street Guelph and Williams' Store.
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