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Newspaper
Orono Weekly Times
Location
Orono, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 17, 1964
Page
2
The House of Commons approved a red maple leaf flag after closure and will send the issue to the Senate for potential revival. Prime Minister Pearson’s government defended the move amid a minority administration and ongoing fiscal debates as other legislation awaits debate.
Orono residents enjoyed a Junior Gardener and Horticultural show and an Orono Art Group display in a single evening. The piece notes sewing classes at the High School and praises hobby programs for adults and seniors as key to contentment and usefulness amid rising lifespans.
Ottawa Journal president Senator Grattan O Leary told the Canadian Club of Toronto that democracy in Canada suffers from public indifference. He blamed business and professional men and newspapers for dulling political interest and warned citizens must engage more in politics. He cited recent municipal elections as evidence of apathy.
Notice announces December library hours extended for 22nd and 29th with both afternoon and evening sessions. Exchange of books allowed 3 to 5 30 pm and 6 30 to 8 30 pm.
Rev T B Asbell urged a better public image for farmers at the Northumberland Federation of Agriculture banquet in Roseneath on December 1. He criticized comical portrayals and urged farmers to use their organizations and marketing boards to promote products, with support from MP Pauline Jewett and MPP Rowe.
The annual banquet of the Durham 500 Bushel Potato Club was held at the Parish Hall Bethany on Wednesday evening in November. Members gathered for a communal meal and reports on club activities and harvest.
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