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Newspaper
Orono Weekly Times
Location
Orono, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 08, 1940
Page
4
The article explains weeds use water at 225 to 550 pounds per pound of dry matter, with Russian thistle most efficient. Weeds deplete soil moisture after harvest and before planting, lowering yields by 25 percent or more in drought. Even light weed growth can equal one to two inches of rainfall loss, while some weed activity may trap snow. Each farmer must weigh moisture loss against any potential benefits.
An editorial from Der Nordwesten of Winnipeg urges Canada’s national registration as a timely, compulsory measure to identify who can serve in the war effort. It stresses unity, loyalty to Canada, and the need to defeat Hitler and Mussolini while acknowledging German Canadian ties but calling for national priority and realism in wartime.
The Clarke community mourns George Glanville of Orono aged about eighty living in Clarke for four score years. Services were led by Rev. H. W. Foley in the absence of Rev. John Mc Lachlan with text Mending their Nets. Dorothy Roughley sang and visitors from Oshawa and BobcaygeonPaid respects as heavy rains impacted hay storage and a milk cow was killed by lightning on Lot 11 Concession 6, owned by Wm. Curtis.
Modern labor saving kitchen appliances have spurred housewives to modernize their homes. Canadian Home Beautiful is a display at the Canadian National Exhibition that will engage every Canadian housewife from farm or city.
In Orono on Thursday August 1 1940 Samuel George Glanville aged 79 beloved husband of Louisa Mercer will be interred in Orono Cemetery on Saturday August 3 1940.
Warships built in Canada for the Royal Navy will bear Canadian wild flower names under a Board of Admiralty decision. The move marks a distinction from Britain built ships and should please Canadian shipyards eager to showcase their capabilities.
Under the Business Men's Association Port Perry celebrated Civic Holiday with ideal weather and strong turnout. Horse racing and jumping drew entrants from Penetanguishene Hamilton Toronto Peterboro Port Hope Beaverton with Orono represented by Doc. Kain a winner in 2.18 and 2.28 classes. Rev Wallace and sons also performed, torching a sunny track as 100 yard dash winner.
Herman Ball aged 29 of Manvers Township received a suspended sentence in Bowmanville Police Court on July 27 for writing indecent literature on a school blackboard. Crown Attorney H Deyman warned that a boy who did similar tricks would face soap and water mouth washing or a spanking.
Cobourg Rotary Club reports a total of 10000 spent on welfare over eight years. Funds supported artificial limbs hospital care footwear to the Ontario Crippled Children's Society and treatment of eye conditions.
One Beatty Gas Washer for balance owing and one used electric washer offered. Apply to D. J. Healey at Rolph's Hardware. A 30 cent?
Five Durham cows 50 feeder steers 50 feeder heifers 25 calves 25 steers 900 to 1000 pounds 30 shoats 20 suckers. Group suited for beef ringers or short keep cattle in good condition. Plus one 10 year old horse M. H. Rake. 25 bags new potatoes. Free delivery on cattle. Sale at 1 o clock sharp.
Added significance this year marks the Military Tattoo on Saturday night August 24 as C A S F bands unite with militia regiments brasses and pipes to create a thrilling spectacle at the exhibition.
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