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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 08, 1954
Page
13
A wartime era reflection on the hydrogen bomb test in the Pacific. The piece notes global fear and political tensions, calling the explosion 600 times Hiroshima and warning of potential cataclysmic outcomes and the threat to human survival.
The Woollen Workers' Union of Hespeler voted to accept wage reductions as production slows to match weak demand. Officials blame cheap imports for Canada’s textile troubles and urge protective tariffs, though government hesitates.
Longstanding Storey Glove Co in Acton, Canada’s oldest glovers since 1868, announces closure and sale of the Acton plant. The firm evolved from W H Storey and Son to amalgamate with H T Arnold of Georgetown, then operated in Acton for 30 years under Roy R as president. The community reflects on a changing era and hopes for future casual gatherings with Roy Arnold after May 1.
The Capitol Free Press comments on a Canadian Press survey about naming a leading Canadian Woman of the Year. The scrambled text hints at political tension and social themes, including government authority and economic concerns, with references to Ottawa and national figures.
Ontario Hydro Electric Power Commission demands a bill of 85 760 88 for Acton this year with a prior year credit of 4700 and a net charge higher than last year. The article critiques the HEPC system noting rates capital costs and supervision rest with Ontario committees and questions local commission accuracy.
Georgetown's rate rises to 4 mills up from 2 mills as town grows. Local official M Armstrong lauds the higher tax as indicative of expansion and planning, with new school sites and civic projects proposed in Harlington and Maltan.
Real estate and insurance directory item lists 20 Wilbur St Acton Ontario with services for farms houses and businesses. Includes agencies W Asha Milton Camp Salesman and BEAN LIMITED. Also notes funeral home Victor Pumley & Son with heated ambulance and phone numbers.
A fragmented listing shows multiple Acton and nearby area professionals including physicians surgeons dentists veterinarians and office contacts. Entries reference Dr D A Garrett at Willow and River Acton Dr A J Buchanan at Leashman Block Mill Street and Dr Holeib at Mill and Frederick Streets with various phone numbers and hours.
A 1904 community note recalls a parish social at the Methodist parsonage in Markwinet with local families and a large gathering. It also reports Acton Board of Trade organization efforts, with thirty candidates nominated and a slate elected including Nenderson and Charles Goudeve, and notes a workplace accident at Mr Sinclair's wagon works.
Milton Acton Georgetown Oakville delegates attend the National League meeting in Oakville. Charles Walters elected president. Acton secretary treasurer J Benham. strong teams expected from Acton Milton Georgetown and Oakville. Church services and community events noted. Ford V-8 price and features advertised.
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