Where the Money Goes Halton County levy details reveal costs
County Council proceedings published last week show estimated expenditures totaling 216 301.45 for county needs plus 24 556.10 for the road system. Pensions and Mothers Allowance exceed 15 000 yearly, with high schools 67 080.32 and debentures 85 295.63. Provincial highway maintenance adds 4 824.69. The council faces limited control over these figures, yet a small rate decrease is noted amid strong bond optimism.
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Halton County
Bank of Montreal notes improved business mood from harvest and prices
The Bank of Montreal reports brighter business sentiment due to a good harvest, higher commodity prices, and Imperial Economic Conference progress. Wheat remains a weakness with record low prices, but crop prospects are strong at an estimated 163 million bushels above last year, supporting Empire wheat demand in Britain and expanding Canadian exports via Montreal port.
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Bank of Montreal
Great Britain
Montreal
Partner
Nell
Prince
Perch
Words Written At Imperial Economic Conference Reach Millions
The Canadian Government Information Bureau reports about 3.5 million words telegraphed and mailed during the Imperial Economic Conference held in Ottawa. Delegates from major Empire countries, press from several nations, and weekly publications contributed vast wordage, equating to roughly seventy 50,000 word volumes.
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Canadian Government Information Bureau
Ottawa
British Empire
Milestone Year for Acton Fair of 1932
The Acton Fair of 1932 is celebrated as a historical milestone noting increased attendance and strong community support. Officials consider keeping the twenty five cent admission while final receipts and expenditures are reviewed. The fair is praised for its social value, friendly competition, and rural entertainment.
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Acton
Acton Old Boys and Girls Association Considered in Toronto
A former Actonian suggested forming an Association of Acton residents in Toronto. The idea envisions annual Acton Fair gatherings in the city to reunite former neighbors. Past efforts to hold a gathering stalled by World War II. Readers’ input is solicited to gauge interest and plan.
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Toronto
Acton Fair
Free Press
Acton
Acton 90th Fall Fair noted with caution about transient traders
Editorial notes discuss Acton claiming 90th Fall Fair status though it is the 19th edition. Warns municipalities to bar nonresidents. Mentions Canada’s US loan, Gandhi fasting method praised, and Canadian apple shipments to Britain with rising prices. Provides elevator counts by province, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta capacities.
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Toronto
Acton
Chronicles of Ginger Farm and Odd Life Reflections
A diary like piece blends memories of rat catchers and exiles with reflections on John Ellis and Roger Casement. The author recalls school vacancies, wartime teaching, and a kaleidoscope life while detailing canning, harvests, and farm animals, ending with misbehaving horses Perch and Nell confined after playful escapes.
Slats Diary: Local Bits From Ross Parquhar
Friday notes worry about Emmy’s nephew and a cut in weekly stipend. Effy Tate’s engagement sparks, a published pitcher mix up, Pa worries at work, a fire rumor, a stake supper contrast, Ernie Hale fined ten days for red light, Ma visits Lady’s Aid dull meeting, Blister’s family adds a little sister in hospital.
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Ant Emmy
Washington
Emmy
Horace
Saterday
Effy Tate
Noog
Crick
Tonite
Ernie Hale
Ernie
Wensday
Ladys Ade Society
Hosspittle
Kelloggs Asthma Remedy Promises Quick Relief
An advertisement touts a remedy for asthma by Dr J D Kellogg claiming to replace misery with relief. It describes the treatment as a smoke or vapor reaching bronchial passages and easing breathing, urging readers to obtain a package tonight.
Speak Up Minnie Teacher Johnny and the miniature gum question
Johnny asks if Minnie is a gum chewer while a teacher named Johnny urges Minnie to speak up. The exchange highlights a classroom moment centered on voice and behavior.
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Johnny
Minnie
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