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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 04, 1930
Page
9
The Fergus News Record questions the meaning of a Hamilton lady's will that bequeathed an eight day clock to the Acro' Fru Press. The playful item suggests public benefactors might gift alarm clocks to other papers, reflecting a light editorial note on benefactions and timing.
The inquest into a three year old's death reveals Mark Burke appeared intoxicated the day of the incident. Detectives testified Burke laughed upon learning of the child's death and held a liquor permit not used that day. The jury found Burke responsible for the accident but did what he could despite his condition.
The School Board started a new annual event inviting parents and ratepayers to visit the school before reopening. While not all citizens attended the first year the aim is to build interest and improve educational facilities through a well attended inspection day.
The piece notes students return to new departments and courses with sharpened pencils and new books. It emphasizes sustained effort from September to June, predicting examination time next June and the toll of monotony for some, while praising perseverance for success.
Brampton marks two major triumphs this week as its lacrosse team captures the eastern championship and the Ty lacrosse squad eyes the Dominion title while the local Conservator issues a twenty six page special edition with details and photos of the achievements. The Acton Band is urged to compete in Toronto Exhibition Class C, argued as beneficial for community pride and publicity regardless of winning.
Editorial notes discuss a new Oshawa organization aimed at dynamiting away the business gloom, while early theft cases in Chatham lead to suspended sentences. The piece also reflects on fair attendance, Post Office return addresses, and Canada's electrical energy leadership with multi‑billion dollar investments globally.
Journal style notes recount a boy named Slats recounting a week at Bundy School and Sunday visits. He mentions ice cream, a birthday for Jane, and small misadventures with friends, teachers, and a girl named Ubrelly. The entries mix humorous antics with awkward social moments.
A young girl, taught by her grandmother, teaches mending to neighbors with young children. She uses a large bag of tools, offers her services at twenty five cents an hour, and works four hours daily to earn a dollar. She adapts to mothers needing urgent help and fills morning or evening slots as available.
An old notice touts Mother Claves' Worm Exterminator as a simple strong remedy for worms. It warns against letting children suffer and claims quick relief from infestation.
The Publications Branch of the Dominion Department of Agriculture distributes bulletins pamphlets circulars and reports to the Canadian farming public. In the past year 4 442 058 publications were issued including How tionable Hints and others on farm operations. Over 200 titles exist with 107017 bulletins and pamphlets on agricultural topics issued in the year averaging about 3 000 per month and 2 608 per day for accessible farm problem guidance.
The report notes improving conditions with Aladdin tea sales increasing by over 400000 pounds in Canada over the past five months. Analysts expect continued growth as domestic demand strengthens and markets respond to steady supply.
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