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Newspaper
Ontario Georgetown Herald
Location
Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 28, 1962
Page
11
Editorial notes the federal election started slow but became a gripping finish. It says the Conservatives survived with a slim majority, while Liberals and NDP gained seats. Social Credit surged in Quebec, suggesting new political strength ahead.
The writer argues voters increasingly choose individuals over parties in Peel and Halton races. They note Liberal Bruce Bear’s win in Peel ends a Conservative majority, and Sandy Best’s Halton upset hints at political stalemate. A federal reform proposal suggests district elections without party lines with prime minister and deputy chosen like municipal heads, but admissions of many holes remain.
A public safety note urges readers to check homes for unused refrigerators and remove locking devices or secure doors to prevent a child from being trapped. It discusses Ontario cases and prefers government action for magnetic locks to prevent such tragedies.
A reader from Georgetown Ontario denounces Darwin evolution and science as attacks on the Bible and faith. He cites Bible verses from Genesis to Revelation to argue that God created life and will judge dissent, linking atheistic communism and science with the devil and urging readers to remain faithful to scripture.
Chronology notes a series of events and faked dates including Custers defeat at Little Big Horn, Korea invasion, American Expeditionary Force arrival in France, Helen Keller birth, Panama Canal purchase, and Richard Rodgers birth with erroneous dates and ages attached.
Olivier Gloux known as Gustave Aimvard is recalled by the Book of Knowledge. He sailed as a cabin boy to America then spent ten years among Native peoples in Arkansas and Mexico. He served as a soldier of fortune in Turkey the Caucasus and Spain and was an officer in the Gardes mobiles during the Paris revolution of 1848.
A Minnesota survey shows a 70 percent drop in dental caries among children who drank municipally fluoridated water since adoption began in 1980. The ten year study at Red Lake Falls notes 20 percent of participants had no caries in deciduous or permanent teeth. Sixty seven communities now fluoridate public water serving about one third of the state's population, with 18 000 additional children benefiting from fluoride programs.
A grandmother recalls Lori's fierce adjustment after a new baby joins the Barker family. Lori resents the infant, acts out with dangerous behavior, but slowly warms as affection and routines reestablish family bonds and shared love.
The municipal council seeks private debenture borrowing at a rate under 6.44 percent for a George Kennedy Public School addition. Finance chair Bob McNewly said the issue would be at par not exceeding six percent. A rival bond firm showed interest initially but declined. no reason given besides current bend market conditions.
Georgetown council weighs a bill to compel owners to fix hazards on their land. Councillor Reve John Elliott criticizes poor drainage in the Taine subdivision creating water pockets. Dr. Fred Harrison urges council authority to perform needed road work and bill subdividers. Public works studies hazards. Municipal Affairs will advise on possible legislation.
ONice announces staffing changes led by Terry Harley and Aileen Bradley with news editor roles highlighted. Accountant Tom Rush and advertising manager shifts accompany the reorganized team.
A lively piece celebrates Canada Day week end as Canadians anticipate two carefree months. It lauds summer freedoms from family outings to fishing trips and social scenes, and recalls Dominion Day festivities and nostalgic national pride.
Ten years ago council ruled no action on a petition by mine merchants to block a by law shifting open nights from Saturday to Friday and on a druggist petition. A vanety store operator’s similar motion lacked support. Earl Scott, Limehouse, enters the Canadian Old Tyme Fiddlers Contest in Shelburne with preliminaries Friday and semifinals Saturday. Bob Harris’s Stewarttown grocery store sold to Ken Wilton of Toronto, who takes possession this week. Harris family moves to town. Don Barrager installed as lion chief at the outdoor meeting last week hosted by retiring president Ray Whitmer. new officers named. Garden party in the park featured Vince Mountford. The Royal City Four and the Paul Brothers, Joey Hollingsworth, Shirley, Alf Sut ton, and Andy Cuthbert also noted.
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