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Newspaper
Orono Weekly Times
Location
Orono, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jul 18, 1946
Page
4
Orono Fire Hall Siren Tested Then Replaced by Bell
On Wednesday July 10 the new Orono fire hall siren was installed and tested but disconnected for final inspector inspection. On Thursday a fire call was sent to Dean's Corners to extinguish a truck fire. Some firefighters who heard the siren earlier pressed the button. the siren failed to respond and the old bell rang to summon help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orono
Dean’s Corners
Bowmanville
Good Reading Encourages Town Readers Through Seasons
The article praises reading throughout the year and in all seasons. It notes a local library and shops offering books and magazines for purchase or loan. It envisions citizens who find time for reading in summer, winter, or any season, and highlights reading as enriching to mind and character.
England Faces Bread Rationing Protest Under 1688 Law
The piece notes England may repeal a 1688 law to curb bread rationing as wartime shortages persist. It compares domestic fears of flour shortages and potential price pressures, urging respect for bakers whose dough is valuable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Shared sickness funds extend protections to farm workers
The article notes advances in hospitalization and sick benefits for industrial workers and describes extending a common fund to farm laborers. It argues unity across labor groups strengthens health protection and reduces fear of illness related financial reverses, praising government action to provide savings for illness costs.
Orono Citizens Band Faces Call for Mass Choir Initiative
An open air concert prompts talk of adding a large village choir for a future event. Local talent from past productions could unite for a Sunday sing along of hymns and familiar songs. A responsible committee could organize a big choir to lift town spirit and promote community effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orono Citizens
Bos’ns
Bul Bul
Msic
Legarchy
Former Orono Citizens Living in the West
A retroactive note lists former Orono residents now in Western Canada and the United States. It recalls visits to Calgary Saskatoon Seattle and Edmonton, mentions Edna Rowe and her Cribbage game, and updates on several Long and Waddell family members including retirees and local businesses.
Birth in Bowmanville Hospital Promises New Family Member
At Bowmanville Hospital on Saturday July 13 1946 Mr and Mrs J McFeeters nee Nellie Wright welcomed a son named David James.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M*peeters
Bowmanville Hospital
J. McFeeters
Nellie Wright
David James
For Sale Princess Pat Kitchen Range in large size
For sale a Princess Pat kitchen range described as large with a deep fire box suitable for baker and theater use Apply to Mrs R H Brown Orono phone 73 11
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Princess Pat
R. H. Brown
Orono
Tyrone Village
Jas. Storie
D. G. Hooper
Ontario
Orono Memories Bring Gathered Echoes Of Old Timers
Bertha of Dominion Bank Saskatoon plans a near future visit to Orono as Ruth Armstrong of Seattle leaves arthritis behind but faces lifelong joint trouble. Mrs. McKeen, living with her son in Penticton, recalls Orono days while Curt runs a Penticton drug business. All these former locals grow older yet stay keenly interested in the people from Orono.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orono
Canada
John Il. Rowe
Edna
Calgary
Fred Long
Price Long
Edmonton
Bertha Brown
Bertha Waddell
Saskatoon
Ruth Katz
Ruth Armstrong
Seattle
Curtis McKeen
Penticton
Art Macguire
Regina
Bertha Darling
Bertha Jones
Vancouver
Perce Long
Fred
Perce
Carmen
Vermilon
Alta
Long
Nell Long
Frank Long
Will Long
Long Branch
California
Dominion Bank
Bertha
Thanks to church volunteers for Vacation Bible School effort
A reader commends Rev Littlewood and the support staff for a successful Vacation Bible School that benefited local children. The letter warns of hazards at the Forestry to Highway 35 junction, citing near miss accidents and urging authorities to improve road safety promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Highway 35
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