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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Oct 30, 1924

Page

5

Ontario’s Duty to Enforce the Liquor Act Now

The editorial urges the Ontario Government to enforce the Liquor Act with a stricter, more effective system. It argues prior enforcement failed and calls for measures to deter evildoers, support Dominion legislation against importation and exportation, and strengthen certainty that law must be respected. It notes tourism and travel growth and the need for improved roads and parks to accommodate visitors.

Ontario W. ‘B. Bayley Manitoba

A Very Creditable Campaign

A report notes a momentous issue and a well prepared contest conducted with minimal friction. Despite sharp differences on liquor legislation, participants discussed the problem and reached a conclusion with personal abuse almost entirely eliminated.

London Advertiser

Canada Has One Law for All It Is a commendible feature

Peter Smith the Ontario treasurer for three years and Aemelius Jarvis Sr head of the Jarvis firm of bond dealers were tried for conspiracy to defraud the province in the Criminal Assize Court at Toronto last week. They were found guilty and received severe sentences. The public notes pity for financiers but satisfaction justice was not lenient.

Canada Peter Smith Ontario Aemelius Jarvis Jarvis Toronto

Heavier Fines for Speeding urged by authorities

Authorities push for heavier speeding fines to deter violations. Magistrates given wide discretionary powers under a new instruction to keep motorists within traffic regulations. Recent days see speeding motorists fined 16 muted by reports of varied penalties and concern over child safety in traffic.

Acton by law targets litter on streets

The Acton Municipal Council passed a by law to prevent throwing or leaving waste paper and refuse on streets. It requires using receptacles placed around town and prohibits disposal elsewhere with penalties and costs for infractions. Citizens are urged to cooperate to keep streets tidy and presentable.

Acton

Liberty's Liberty Led to Threats and Vandalism in Two Towns

Newmarket Citizens J E Harvey and Rev. Graham, supporters of the Moderation League, received skull and crossbones letters. In Almonte, a stone-throwing attack damaged twenty windows at James Lindsay's home. Town reward offered for guilty party as calls grow for tighter liquor laws.

Moderation League Newmarket O, Te AY J. E. Harvery The Express-Herald Graham Christian’ Church Almonte Lanark County James Lindsay

Prohibitionists Seek Federal Ban On Liquor Across Dominion

The piece notes prohibitionists aim for a general federal law to ban liquor nationwide, a goal that may take years and a future effort. It discusses local pride, improvements in town stores and homes, and a push to remove shacks and unsightly structures, alongside observations on education progress and dairy show results in London Ontario and overseas markets.

Guelph Mercury

Milton Social Event At Knox Church Tonight

Milton residents attend a hallowed social titled a night of wonder mystery and fun at Knox Church this evening. Local prices show oxen at 50 cents per dozen and butter at 40 cents per pound with regional business activity rising as brick works resume full operation ahead of spring building. Two new houses on Woodward Avenue and Rousfeld survey showcase up-to-date comfort as real estate plays into a growing local economy.

Knox Church Milton Golf Club Fallls Trafalgar McKenzie Woodward Avenue Dunn Rousfeld Teformer

Erins Croaby Farm Lease and Local Happenings 1924

Erin village news notes leasing on the 16th sideroad. Croaby couple plan moving. Hillsburg and West Lorne connections. potato harvest near completion amid good weather. Christian Church revival led by Rev. Morley Smith runs two weeks from Oct 24. Wellington County Junior Farmers list officers 1924 1926 with A McLaren president and Henry Whesler Hillsburg as president. Potatoes from Mr Delané sold to Blyphington weigh nine pounds. Scout and Guides Mothers Association held annual event Oct 16 at new HQ. Town Council by law to appoint Police Commission. Dr Cody to speak at High School commencement Nov 7. Gibbons return from BC motor trip. High School Halloween masquerade planned. Poppy sale Nov 10 by G W V A. East School principal Mr Booker resigns. board accepts. Knox Church concert “A Hundred Years Ago” at Town Hall mid November. Clara Moore Sison Circle masquerade planned. Deputy Reays Nightleon reports Hydro property plan discussed with Chamber and Hydro Commission approval.

Thon. McQtarrin Croxby Croaby Erin Village William Gray The Christian Church M. Morley Smith Weat Lorne oMeera Wellington County Hillsburg Clarence Petty Rockwood Jax Bur Hiatt Elois Tressurer Walter Huxley Hilaburg Fred Delané Blyphington Scout and Guida_ Mothers’ “Association M Ethoal Lappoint Police Commission Cody Education Thhe High School A. P. Gibbons British Columbia Hota Hallowe'en Bred. L. Booker East School Toronto Knox Clara’ B Moore Sison Cirete Reays Nightleon Council Chamber of Commerce Hares Hydro Locust Street Hydro Commission

Town council hires Clarks Houston auditors at cost 9325

Georgetown notes appoints Toronto water works engineer at 123 per year with at least four inspections. Club officers named Major Li Grant and William McKay lead the curling season. Local church rally and social events documented, with visits from residents and relatives.

Clarks Houston Coar Willis‘ Chapman Toronto Georgetown Curling Club Li Grant Wm. McKay G. O. Brown McWhirt J. B. Wallace Kelly Tresaurer J.L. Thompsons W. Greenaward Young People's Bo Ohne Knox Church Titan Jung People Narval Reva. Douglas Norval Stewart Acton H. M. Kennedy W. Kennedy J. B."mackensie J.B. Mackenzie Atlantic City Lou Prentiss New York Miller Prentiss John Langan An. O'Neil & Ban Boerala

Carrie’s Blunder Recited Scripture In Sabbath Lesson

A child named Carrie learned a verse about doing good on the Sabbath. She repeated the text aloud during a Sunday school exercise, but her pronunciation drifted into a humorous misreading.

Carrie

Engagement Ring In Installment Plan Sparks Inquiry

A reader mentions a diamond engagement ring purchase described as a 20 year installment. The note questions the feasibility and meaning of paying for such a ring over two decades.

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