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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 07, 1949
Page
2
A Monday reflection warns the Charitable Gifts Act could retroactively affect wills and resembles an attempt to curb the press. The author questions Toronto newspaper concentration and warns against losing media freedom to a single group, urging concerns over foundations used by weekly papers.
The piece argues Canada and the United States must reform themselves to stand as a shield against chaos and communism. It frames personal change as essential, noting quotes urging swamp cleanup over mosquito control and urging leadership to reform human nature.
Overnight expansion sees Canada gain 42 000 square miles and about 20 000 people with Newfoundland joining the Dominion. Observers note such rapid growth is rare and may spur further expansion, including speculation about Bermuda joining.
The Financial Post criticizes the Dominion Government for not easing taxes on capital investment. It argues that growth relies on investment, warns that neglecting productive industry risks job loss, and says Ottawa representatives overlook this danger.
The Financial Post notes a US survey showing 15 000 unsold new houses at spring’s start and suggests Canada could face a similar pause soon. Prices in both nations rose two to three times prewar levels, with Canada building faster per population. 1040 housing units rose to about 90 000 last year.
A legislative committee headed by Hon. A. J. Hooke reports that compulsory auto accident insurance cannot be adopted in Alberta. It urges strict traffic enforcement and tougher penalties to improve safety rather than insurance mandates. The panel argues compulsory coverage infringes on personal freedom and free enterprise, saying the current indemnity acts do not solve liability issues.
Editorial notes discuss Eastertide weather suggesting an early start for farming and building. April taxes including income tax and licenses are due, with budget changes lowering prices and pay envelopes with limited deductions. Traffic accident factors, margarine distribution, and Winnipeg sidewalk snow shovelling by law are also noted.
The 1899 Acton recollections note sleighing extending into March and recount local real estate deals including Hemstreet selling Mrs Henderson’s dwelling on Hower Ave to William Melvin for 840. Other items mention gifts to the Moffats, sales of farm and village properties, and the planned Baptist Church site. The Knox Church Easter concert marked Acton’s first electric lighting, with new fixtures brightening the church and schoolrooms.
March 1929 brought sun and warmth then a snow storm and cold weather. The Central Clothing Store moved into Starkman Block after Mr A Reesor’s former shop and opened a clothing and dry goods store last Thursday. Eighteen women attended a Georgetown WMS meeting at United Church. Knox Church Acton presented a cantata The Prince of Life with J Lewis of Oshawa and Stevenson of Toronto as assisting artists. A Monday wind storm caused damage at Storey Grove Co electric sign and brick work. McCartney Holmes marriage occurred March 23 1929 by Rev R Jo McIntyre Ivy Isobel Holmes daughter of Vancouver parents to Rayden Ho McCartney Mission City BC. George A Fell died in Tammins Hospital March 28 1929, son of Arthur Fell of Esquesing Township.
The Montreal Family Herald and Weekly Star argues that advertising, when funded and used wisely, is a disciplined investment rather than an expense, and it should be harnessed with intelligent enthusiasm to yield gratifying returns.
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