16 Jan 1935
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Newspaper
Ontario Georgetown Herald
Location
Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 16, 1935
Page
1
A rustic poem titled Cowboys Prayer by Courits Wadzer Clark Jr laments pretension and seeks plain, sincere living. It asks for freedom from toil and meek conduct toward all, asking guidance to stay true and honest amid urban life and temptations.
Fragmentary lines describe a man who limps as he trudges along a road bearing a heavy load. The text hints at weariness and judgment from others, prompting reflection on compassion for a traveler burdened by hardship.
Donald MacDonald, principal of George Yeouw Academy Wigefis, died in Weston after a long career in education and church service. Born in Scotland, he settled in Canada at 35, taught in several towns, and led Gwerdown Academy before retirement. He was a longtime member of Alton Presbyterian and Weston Presbyterian churches. His wife died several years ago in her 40s.
Acknoeldgemrnt received by the Dale Karate of receipts of flowers sent to the five famous Donne Quintuplets. Bouquets included forget me nots and roses, praised by critics. Wooraty Hospital received similar flowers for the five young patients.
A damaged OCR passage lists harsh prescriptions for workers. It urges honesty, efficiency, debt avoidance, self control, and loyalty while warning against dishonesty, night activity, and compromising behavior. The tone is instructive and admonitory.
Chief Elderfield in Streethville holds numerous posts including chief of police and fire chief. In his spare time he also acts as weed inspector bread inspector jailer and many other municipal roles. He jokes he cannot remember them all but keeps busy with a long list of duties.
An fragmented reminiscence recalling past social life and gender norms. The piece contrasts old fashioned gatherings like oyster suppers and church socials with modern shifts in behavior and fashion, noting changes in work, family roles, and transportation.
Cabinet ministers selected a title for a government sanctioned moving picture drawn from wartime films. The approved name, Lest We Forgot, reflects Canada’s war effort and aims to expose the folly of war to the home front. The project is produced under the auspices of the Canadian Legion.
The Norval Junior Institute held a large meeting focusing on the Givat War and rural labor stories. Speakers included Lullicied by the Lave Lean and Jui Suddel delivering papers on merit and breeding, with an upcoming event planned for February 1.
A local butcher planned to slaughter a cattle beast in the yard but the animal hid in a barn. After a search, the steer climbed to the second floor to escape, and the attempted slaughter was foiled and the creature fed before the alarm call.
Under renewed scrutiny, researchers continue to explore potential gold staking and gilding options. The ongoing work aims to reveal viable applications and market interest for gold related projects.
Police chase across routes from London to Dover for a wealthy English widow suspected of marrying two men on the same day to steal their banknotes. The scheme involved sealed envelopes with large sums, but the bride vanished with the cash after the first ceremony.
A public gathering featured a courteous scene where a young girl invited a deformed young man to sit forward, swapping seats to improve his view after the couple had chosen cheaper seats further back. The incident highlights kindness amid criticism of others’ feelings.
A local appeal asks donors to support finishing a fence around the cemetery at Reo. Organizers seek contributions for a 100 lot equivalent project to secure the grounds and honor local gravesites.
A damaged OCR piece presents verses urging resilience as youth fades and fate unfolds. It references memory, past errors, and the lure of future redemption, urging the reader to burnish inner strength and seek guidance toward light.
Amid party disputes a nomination yields two new council members. A vacancy arose after a contested election where Hare and Tre falgar appear in the narrative. W. Beatty and W. Shatty are noted as winning seats, with Tall and other figures referenced in the council lineup.
The piece contemplates daily life as a struggle with disobedience and discontent. It ponders whether acts of love can bring happiness for oneself and others and asks how victory over life’s challenges might be achieved.
A fragmented note describes how understamped letters are handled differently by countries and by the United States where mail is returned to senders. It hints at penalties for insufficient postage and a post office probe, with odd lines about education and social inferiority.
The text urges believers to embrace humility and service to others as core Christlike traits. It questions whether Jesus washed feet only once and explores happiness in following Christ's example, while referencing titles and leadership.
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