Acton Free Press publishes April 11 1957 issue
The Acton Free Press dated Thursday April 11 1957 lists staff names G A Dilla editor in chief David HR Dills and James A Dilla production manager with the Ottawa post office authority details and circulation info from the Audit Bureau of Circulations.
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Audit Bureau of Circulations
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Ontario-Quebec
Canada
Post Office Department
Otawa
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G. A. Dilla
David HR. Dills
James A Dilla
What kind of people will parliament choose to send
The Financial Post argues for better MPs and asks what kind of people parties will nominate. It laments the low quality of debate and internecine strife in Parliament and notes the difficulty of attracting intelligent, well informed candidates.
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Financial Post
House of Commons
Tax tips mix dependents and exemptions in Liberty list
A 20 point Liberty magazine item outlines tax strategies such as claiming dependents for exemptions, deductions for relatives, and rules around Family Allowances and various income exclusions. Also noted are municipal tax bills, Irish sweepstakes, and local assessment changes.
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Liberty Magazine
Canada
Europe
Blue Cross
Sole Responsibility Weighs On School Board Members
A reflective column discusses school board duties and the impact of teacher salaries and unions on education. It recalls early salary schedules, past department correspondence, and the need for curriculum reviews while noting the mixed quality of local education governance and the scrutiny from ratepayers.
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Department of Education
Two Kinds of Local Taxpayers Reflect Ontario Tax Split
An editorial argues that municipal tax rates split taxpayers into two classes, business and residential, with differing mills. It condemns the system as discriminatory and harmful to industrial growth, noting provincial contrast and potential long term civic costs.
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Ontario
Ontaryo
Upper
Lower Canada
Victorian era farm daybook reveals doctors and domestic life
Fragmentary diary notes from Ginger Farm mix weather gossip with medical practice. It recounts three Toronto area doctors in the early 1800s, patient entries by relation to the head of the household, and simple remedies. It reflects Victorian attitudes toward gender and family roles and notes everyday tasks and farm routines alongside medical references.
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Briwe
Toronto
Warton
James Cobban
Milton and
Unis
John Smith
Acemunt World Coil
Sanath ‘John
Walters
Campbell
Carpenter
Seamechiies
Pan
Janes McPherson
Joseph
Pioneer Dea
Ted Foe
Abel
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Euletit
Fraser
Dave Borre Spratidpa
Bowen Tory
Dave
Hoss
Sunday Church Calendar Listings for Acton February May
Church calendars for Acton Ontario list services on Palm Sunday and Holy Week across Baptist, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, United, and Anglican churches. Notable items include morning worships, Holy Communion, evening services, and Palm Cross distribution.
Georgetown Rally Powers Red Cross Campaign
Georgetown and district residents mobilized quickly to back the Red Cross drive. A restructured branch elected a new executive and launched the blitz on March 18. In less than two weeks more than $2,000 was raised, pushing the total past the 32 255 goal with continued donations.
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Georgetown
Red Cross
SIS
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Remarkable 1937 Community Notices Across Town
The issue reports Kenneth Mann losing left arm in a washing wringer accident. Harold Wiles remains seriously ill with weeks of recovery ahead. Local families including the Mann, Wiles, and Ward children return to town after 12 years away. A Vocal Connection opening and church activities fill the week. The piece notes charitable drives and community events, with attire concerns trending.
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Thureday
Kenneth Mann
Alen Mann
Harold Wiles
WoJi
Mervin
Tuoyunta
United Church
Poadelie Agsgerua
Waldie
Machelor
Caok Plese
Know College
Torasta
Mere Destreld Waddie
Alex Wald
Acton
Acton Citizens Herald Paints Busy Town Scene
The 1887 report highlights Acton Citizens' involvement in community events and local enterprise. It notes Hunter's Drug Store display, a large gathering, and a ceremony with certificates and badges amid a busy town day.
Acton Professiona l Directory and Travellers Guide
Acton listings show doctors Dentists and specialists with addresses and phone numbers. Real estate and insurance firms Wright Bracken J Bert Wood offer services. Auditing and accounting firms Biggs Lever Hoskin Black Pope and others provide financial services. Grey Coach Lines and Canadian National Railways operate travel schedules for Acton residents.
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