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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 11, 1929
Page
4
The Municipal World notes that complaining residents are common but inactive and critical of neighbors who work to improve the town. It urges skeptics to contribute time or money rather than stand on street corners and deride leaders who sacrifice for public welfare.
The Bruce County liquor warehouse in Walkerton is being enlarged by taking over adjacent blocks to double its capacity. The new addition was formerly the office of a defunct ration factory known for baby carriages, a curious swap highlighting shifting local industry.
The article notes heavy rains and river overflows from the past week testing towns on high ground. It emphasizes relief from beaches and lakefronts yet warns that spring damage fears persist despite elevation and drainage control.
The piece notes spring clean up as nature leads the way with rain and wind and humans follow to clear debris. It highlights house chores, interior rearrangements, exterior painting, and the goal of improved surroundings, ending with a nod to the value of effort despite mess and fuss.
The report shows total immigration to Canada from April 1, 1928 to February 28, 1929 at 152 041, up 15 970 or 12 percent from 1927 28. February arrivals numbered 624, with 186 British, 1 405 United States, and 15 percent from other countries. Also 31 420 Canadians who went to the United States intending permanent stay returned, while last month 1 608 did so.
Statistics from the Canadian Government Bureau of Statistics show 1928 farm horses at 3,376,394 valued at 255,469,000 dollars, a small drop from 1925 but a rise in horse value. Total cattle reached 8,703,272 worth 503,? million, Milch cows 3,792,522 valued at 272,109,000. Overall livestock on farms valued at 861,403,000, up about 62 million from 1927.
Roger W. Babson, noted business and statistical expert, argues success can be taught by applying a simple rule. Do what you do not want to do when you do not want to do it. He rose from invalid to head of a major statistical organization with 26 city branches and leadership roles in several large enterprises.
A business barometer notes the Port of Toronto set a new high for the year ending in March with total receipts of 67 050 172 including customs and excise. Customs rose by 4 667 258 while excise fell by 1 413 324 due to the sales tax cut from 4 to 3 percent. March showed higher daily averages with two fewer working days and a tax cut from 3 to 2 percent impacting revenue.
A compilation of notes on community plans for Acton reunions in June and July, clothing permit shortages, a highway warning sign at Young and Queen Streets, Peel County Council’s control of Gordon Home funding, and open park development in Canada. It also reports a Cobourg traffic incident where Hon Geor S Henry’s car was seized for parking on the wrong side, with questions about whether a charge will be pressed and a call for the officer to be praised.
Local notes report residents visiting relatives in Kingston Toronto and St Catharines. Easter gatherings include Major Justice and family in Creemore and Dr Hutchinson party in Brampton. A car theft near Water Street prompted a police response and temporary seizure in St Catharines.
A fragmentary text presents quotes from Macdonald Goethe Seneca Jerome and Tennyson about virtue merit fortune and the seeds of the church. It blends historical statements with reflections on morality and right guidance.
An old drug advertisement claims a powder or tablet product relieves gas acidity and bloating. It promises quick stomach relief, neutralizes acids, and strengthens the stomach, available at drug stores nationwide.
Milo Pell improving from lung congestion while Mrs McFaul recovers from surgery at Guelph General Hospital. Various residents visit relatives in Newmarket Lucknow and Toronto. Jock Mackenzie suffers a broken arm. John Mackenzie bedbound. Many friends travel to Detroit Chicago and Atlantic City for holidays and spring events.
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