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Newspaper
Ontario Georgetown Herald
Location
Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 25, 1925
Page
1
Obscure notice notes the death of veteran auctioneer Benj Petch and announces orders left at the Georgetown Herald Office will be processed promptly, with parcels or services provided at reasonable rates to the public.
A reflective piece urges reliance on a few loyal friends amid failure and sorrow. It contrasts a fickle crowd with the steady support of one or two companions. The poem lands on comfort and wealth found in shared grief and faith.
Airs. John Martin Succumbing to a stroke on January 14 passed away March 17 at her daughter’s home in Acton. Survived by five sons and two daughters, and by siblings, she was a Limehouse native with deep Presbyterian ties and interred at Greenwood Cemetery Georgetown.
Labrador draws attention as world fliers visit Indian Harbour and the Grenfell hospital staff attend to guests. MacMillan and party later visit, tour curios from the far North, while a boundary dispute commission collaborates with Britain Canada and Newfoundland.
Augustus Stull of Toronto a nephew of Laura Secord and former mayor and postmaster of Prince Albert Saskatchewan died last week. Born near Georgetown about 77, he taught in Rothsay and Guelph before moving to Prince Albert in 1887 to serve as postmaster until 1917. He later resided with daughter Mrs Stinson in Toronto and also leaves daughter Mrs W Poter of Winnipeg. A 66 year Mason, he was past master of Prince Albert lodge.
On March 17 Norval Presbyterian Church basement hosted a pleasant social for Mount Pleasant members choosing to stay with the continuing Presbyterian Church. The St Patrick theme featured shamrocks and evergreens with floral table arrangements and a long row of flowered tables. A program of music and speeches followed a sumptuous repast with praise from church leaders and thanks to contributors.
A thirty day all expense tour from Toronto to the North Pacific Coast leaves July 9 by Canadian National Railways. Key stops include Winnipeg Saskatoon Edmonton Jasper Prince Rupert Vancouver Portland Yellowstone National Park Salt Lake City Estes Park Chicago and return to Toronto. Organizers are A B Bryson and Martin Kerr with contact details provided. The tour aims to benefit Ontario carriers and is open to the public.
Constables hunt for 1924 vehicle licenses amid rush of spring birds in the area. Authorities urge residents to renew licenses promptly to avoid penalties.
The piece urges improving homes and grounds to boost character and notes cemeteries fall under municipal care for decency. It argues gossip is a widespread fault across genders, warns of harm from rumors, and suggests penalties for repeaters to curb malice.
Local visits include Mr W A Gurvey from Wingham in Acton and trips to Toronto by Mr and Mrs Kaonawin and Mr J McDougall. Mrs W A Lashy visits Toronto and attends Mendelasobo Choir recital. Peter A Smith recovers and resumes business activity. Norman Melwood, Acton Fire Brigade veteran of 26 years, honored for faithfulness. Junior Farmers of Halton receive Pure Bred Sow distribution by R R Fleming and Wildman. Imperial Bank warns of counterfeit 100 notes in Ontario with black and white foreground and green back. authorities investigating.
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