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Newspaper
Barrie Examiner
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 07, 1917
Page
5
The Weekly Sun urges citizens to lead with moderation and openness to others views during a critical time. It notes Canada’s coal reserves estimated at over 1.2 trillion tons with deeper reserves and argues only a small portion was mined last year while imports from the United States reached about 16 million tons in 1916.
The article notes ten days of favorable weather boosting both farmers and backyard gardeners in Ontario and suggests continued kind conditions could yield above average harvests. It emphasizes the need for more labor from townspeople to meet the growing work.
Superior Investments promise safety, saleability, and steady income with approximate returns of 5 6 and 7 percent. For details write or call J H Bennett at 57 Dunlop Street Barrie Ontario who will provide full information and transact business free of expense.
Expert evidence in the Parsons inquest suggested the accident might have been avoided if the brakes had been in proper condition. The warning urged motorists to regularly check brake power as lives depend on it.
The Bradford Witness publisher cannot profitably run an eight page paper at one dollar per year and asks subscribers to choose between an eight page edition at $1.50 or a four page edition at $1.00.
A newspaper notice notes frequent child pedestrian accidents caused by passing motors and urges caution as children stray into streets amid growing traffic concerns.
Turning backwards and forwards across the street ahead of cars, children take risks to get near approaching vehicles. The practice is very dangerous and could cause serious injury or death if a slip occurs. Parents are urged to strictly warn children against this foolish trick.
A proposal to improve the open space on Marks Street between the King Block and the G T R property was discussed as a potential beauty spot. The Parks Commission is unlikely to push further town beautification efforts after how its offer to maintain post office grounds was received.
W L S notes in The Weekly Sun cheer spring scenes across Old Ontario with green leaves plum blossoms blue skies and bird songs. The writer calls the concession lines the best place in the world during this season of renewal.
Peter McArthur argues that both city and country residents overestimate the wealth of the other, noting similar proportions of prosperity and struggle. He urges mutual understanding and support for those serving in the army, calling for solid home-front backing. Brandon Sun.
The council hopes the new flag will be flown more often in Barrie. The town should display loyalty by keeping the flag aloft daily during the war, except when lowered to half mast for a Barrie soldier or prominent personage.
The council notes the YMCA’s valuable work for railroad men and supports exemption recognizing the institution’s wholesome influence and benefits beyond monetary measures.
The text urges all citizens to support the war effort through war bonds taxes thrift and rationing. It promotes productive work essential to war needs and domestic farming while suggesting contributions to Red Cross and Y M C A as a form of frontline support. It emphasizes morale and personal responsibility as direct service.
Rev E O Eshov writes from Uramia Persia detailing Turks and Kurds brutality in war. He recalls families living in ruins with scarce food and shelter and notes 80+ families saved from starvation by aid from Russians English and Americans and by Bread of Life ministry.
Special value sale of oil cloth and linoleum new designs at Dougal's Brothers. Durable floor coverings showcased with promotional pricing aimed at home makers and shopkeepers.
The Toronto Creamery Co Ltd on Church Street Toronto seeks to buy cream for churning and table use. They offer prompt service and furnish cans with charges paid and request price quotes from shippers. Yesterday’s prices may be too low for tomorrow.
In loving memory of Ida A Neil beloved wife of W D Little who died June 5 1916. We loved you but Jesus loved you more He called you to yonder shining shore The golden gates opened a gentle voice said Come You entered home. husband
In loving memory of Ida Annie Little who died June 5 1916. She is missed and her memory remains a bright place in our hearts. The poem speaks of reunion in heaven and the guiding angels. A family signs off with love from Father, Mother, Sisters and Brothers.
In loving memory of Hazel Mildred Muir who died on June 6 1916. The family writes that Jesus loved her more and called her home with a gentle voice. She calmly entered heaven.
Attractive trips round trip tourist tickets now on sale from stations in Ontario at low fares. Liberal stopovers, berth reservations, and full information at all Grand Trunk Ticket Offices. G T Ry system Toronto Ont district passenger agent Horning and depot agent Billingsley.
Public auction on June 20 1917 begins at 1 pm at New Lowell Ontario offering East fifteen acres of south half of lot 41 in the 4th Concession Sunnidale County Simcoe with a frame dwelling, barn, farm implements and livestock. Soil fertile Coat Creek runs across land well for spring water timber and proximity to school churches railroad station stores and Camp Borden nine miles away. Terms cash up to five dollars. over five dollars cash on day of sale or mortgage installments to vendor and purchaser. fifty percent cash on land purchase with balance by mortgage.
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