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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Sep 04, 1913

Page

2

Compulsory Military Training Debate and Canadian Interests

Public opinion in Canada splits over compulsory military training for boys amid religious objections. The article notes Canada’s share of nickel production and a new plant promising 16,000,000 pounds of nickel algae annually, while trade policy and debenture sales prompt scrutiny. It also mentions church efforts to revise the Prayer Book, naval debate echoes, and upcoming jubilee services led by Rev. H. B. Christie.

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Coveted Cup Won By Dicky From Brampton In Bowls

Bowls tournament closes with Dicky from Brampton winning the Huith trophy after a keen day of play. McKay of Georgetown is runner up. Gould reaches semi finals and Consolation winner. Obituary notes Allan Ran Bell of Nassagaweya dies at 68, funeral at Fairview Cemetery. many local figures attend.

Dicky Itfou'y Brampton McKay Georgetown Gunner Gould Allan Wm. A. Bell Nassagaweya Bell Guelph Hospital Fairview Hiair Thomas Hell Mary Hanoeh Hanterbrook George Easterbrook Guelph Road Jeremiah Bell Obueah Street Acton Alex. Bell John Nasanga Robert Holmes John Kennedy James Cargill Nabaagawaya Sodon Church Mornning Miss Dayfoot Alex. Hell Mince Wilkinson Toronto Wo. Bell Wallace Guelph Win. McIaughile Mine L. Anderson Hamilton J. Anderson Me. W. Hughes William David Storey

Equalization of County Assessments Reviewed by Council

J W Eiliott deputy judge on appeal presented that assessors failed to follow statutes valuing land at actual value and buildings by the land increase. The Council found improper methods and irregularities, concluding Namagawoya’s appeal justified. Figures show total assessments adjusted to equalize values across municipalities including Nassagaways Nelson Kiquealng Trafalgar Oakville Darlington with final totals listed.

J. W. Eiliott K. A Nalther Cou Council la le Jerly Nassagaweya UW Nelson P. c Kaquesing P.c Trefelgar Acton

Mercury poison and medical warning from Den Mulnos Uegiater

A distressed medical note warns of mercury poisoning and a dangerous exposure path. It describes rapid symptoms and the need for quick action before a physician arrives, noting mercury’s potential to paralyze the liver and affect the stomach walls.

Witchcraft and Folklore From Century Past Fragments

Fragmentary OCR notes recount witchcraft trials and beliefs across Europe and America. Mentions Hertford cases and executions in 17th century England, with scattered quotes on superstition and justice, ending with reflections on memory and virtue through time.

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