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Newspaper
Barrie Examiner
Location
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 13, 1921
Page
5
Col Currie’s remark about Mr Drury’s 1917 deposit attempt drew criticism as a weak jab in a wartime election context. Since then Drury has earned Premiership and broad respect across political lines, with Simcoe County residents proud of his leadership.
The piece notes Britain's duties on about six thousand items and argues elections remain uncertain. It questions Liberal chances in South Simcoe, cites UFO influence in a Liberal-Conservative race, and hints at the Midland Fair being less successful, with ads as a strong sales tool in hardware trades.
East Simcoe supporters back Col Raikes praised as likeable popular and fluent speaker who served as medical officer in WWI. He is well known in the riding and seen as a strong candidate. United Farmers of North Simcoe back Mr Ross noted for community helpfulness and large Oro delegation at nomination.
The Alliston Herald editorializes on local figures including Mr. Ross and his public service, his farming background, and the potential U.F.O. candidate. It discusses railways funding delays, immigration policy, and outcomes of Federal grants, noting comments by Deputy Minister of Railways and Canals and President Beatty on immigration.
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