03 Jun 1936
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Newspaper
Ontario Georgetown Herald
Location
Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 03, 1936
Page
1
A nostalgic poem recalling a child described as pure and funny. The speaker, likely Whitcomb Riley, remembers the boy with a mellow heart and bright twinkle who brought laughter to ease sorrow. The poem envisions the child ascending to paradise with angels opening the gate as loved ones smile at the angel’s future joy.
The report notes Germany’s preparations to greet the Canadian contingent at the Birth World’s Poultry Congress opening in Leipzig in July. It recalls the 1947 Ottawa visit where Germans praised Canadian hospitality and promised future deeds in gratitude.
Mrs George Edge of Toronto spent Empire Day with Terra Cotta friends. Mr R Starrit opened quarries on Mr C Thompson’s farm on the 10th line. Miss Jennie Mezwar k injured in a fall, in hospital in a precarious condition. Mr and Mrs J Eaves move to Brisbane to manage a quarry for the summer. W J Rutledge and son report brick trade strong at the repository.
Hon. W Karl Rowe was selected last week as the new Leader of the Conservative Party in Ontario, marking a key shift in provincial politics. Rowe's appointment places him at the crest of party strategy and governance ahead of upcoming campaigns.
Rural Ontario grids extend service to Brampton Georgetown and Streetsville with 67 new consumers expected in 1994. About a third of Ontario Rural Power Districts new connections involve farm dwellers and offers include hydro upgrades, bonus capital incentives, and expanded primary and secondary lines across Brampton, Georgetown, and nearby districts.
A 1935 Well System release shows Canada far ahead in per capita telephone use, with 11.60 lines per person overall and 0.734 lines in small communities under 80 000. The United States leads larger city use at 13.36 lines per person. Denmark Sweden Switzerland New Zealand follow in the ranks.
Three Belgian Griffons arrived in Vancouver aboard the Canadian National Railways, a rare ancient toy breed favored by European royalty. Deportee s from Maguliah kennels under Mrs Montague Marder display keen interest in the arrivals as Hollywood figures praise the Heltyan Griffon charm. The dogs enjoy airing on trip across Canada with many social addresses noted.
Fragmentary OCR shows quoted dialogue about a Welsh or English paper claiming a "Mngliah womsen" lost two pounds. The text is garbled with names like Aunt Helly and Uncle Hy and unclear context.
The writer lauds Sweden’s economic rebound after war, noting government noninterference with trade and prices, currency stability, and emphasis on letting business fix itself. Reference to Selfridges and The Times reflects ongoing debates on economic policy and parliamentary matters. Mention of Canada, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden’s unemployment figures ties to broader Nordic recovery observations.
Government highway minister T. Bo McQuasten announced next year’s license plates will drop prefix letters. Letters will appear inside the numeric sequence rather than before it, with government members reserved special numbers. Plates will feature red numbers on a white background and are being manufactured at the Ox teria Heforsmatory.
A jumble of names shows Mr and Mrs J M Henry hosting visitors from Toronto and nearby towns including Mr O McLenhallow, Mrs Stella Dooner, and Dr and Mrs Abbott. The piece notes a sheep loss due to roaming dogs in the Dundas McLenhallow area and mentions residents guarding docks to curb depredations, with Allen Cale and local event chatter throughout.
Mary Edna Lewella daughter of Min NM and the late W. Mir of Milloy becomes engaged to John H. Stroud son of Mir and Mrs H. W. Stroud of Burks Pulls Ont. The marriage is planned for mid June. Also notes involvement in funeral attendance and local society events including a 89th birthday celebration for Mrs. Sarah Gillelan at Anson McDuffee’s farm and a branch 1396 Canadian Union meeting with officers elected.
Acton residents visit Toronto and news includes Ruth Jane Christine engagement to Angus Robertson Kennedy with a June wedding planned. Liquor Board reports Acton license shares amounting to 60 30 from 1935 to 1936, and shelter statistics from town hall show rising use. Kenny Brothers sold to M Pallant ending era in Acton retail. probe reveals room and meal costs at local hotels.
A mosaic of brief items from Jagand Valley and nearby areas covers milk vendors needing licenses from Ug enuni municipality, coin minting clarifications, and assorted local notes. Reports mention the Chinguarouy Telephone System upgrading exchange gear, and a federal grant discussion of 21 000 and 7 250 dollars. Details include car accidents, school and council chatter, hotel fees, and a Bradford lacrosse donation. A Toronto penny discovery is noted as rare.
The United Church Acton marks its Diamond Jubilee with a four week program beginning June 14. A new pipe organ will be dedicated by Very Rev Dr T Albert Moore. Three Sundays feature sermons by former town ministers.
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