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Orono Weekly Times

Location

Orono, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jul 07, 1955

Page

6

WEAK WOMAN AND GRANDMA SPOILS SHARED TALES ON MOTHER-IN-LAW CONTROL

A reader recalls nine years under a domineering mother-in-law who managed the couple’s private life and social circle. The wife and husband finally found a separate home, and the wife urges readers not to repeat old mistakes. A second letter discusses grandma spoiling a delicate child and advises dietary limits to protect health.

Beeman Grandma Spoils Anne Hirst

Misses summer dress pattern 4816

Pon Ledom Preshest ensemble described a scooped neck dress with a matching bolero. It lists Misses sizes 12 through 20 and fabric requirements, notes ease of use and fit testing, and advertises a 35 cent price with ordering details to Pax 1 New Toronto Ont.

Highteenth St New Toronto Ont Laura Wheeler

Garden notes include rain harvest and election reflections

A diary entry from Ginger Farm recalls a soaking rainfall easing a drought and aiding strawberry growers, with berries stored for weeks ahead. The writer notes the provincial election turnout at a rural school with 54 voters by four p.m. and plans to write again soon while preparing for a siege of supplies. Pattern and craft promotions close the entry.

Ginger Farm

Eden the Natty Dresser Not So Says Tailor Critics

The piece profiles Sir Anthony Eden noting his M C actions at Somme with Harrop. debunks the natty dresser label and describes his plain attire and quick rise from Eton into the Army in 1915. It also mentions his language talent and early travels with his mother to Windlestone Hall.

Sir Anthony Eden Anthony Eden Eton Somme No Man’s Land Harrop Eden M.C Sheffield Old Contemptibles’ Association Sweden Apollo Anthony Edens Anthony Windlestone Hall Durham

Diptheria cases in Canada rise to 208 from 132

Canada reports 208 diphtheria cases for the latest year, up from 132, marking the first increase since 1944 and signaling renewed health concerns after a long decline.

Canada

Milking Cows Sold and Cattle Wander Nearby

The owner describes selling the milking cows after a long transport night and facing a day of milking interruptions. Cattle from the yard wander into a neighbour’s field and onto the road as the couple contemplates leaving the dairy business. Palmer attends an OAC event in Guelph while wind and chores add domestic trials.

Partner Palmer O.A.C Guelph

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