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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 12, 1956
Page
3
The Advertiser reports talks of an ax strike in Long Branch over a predicted ten mill tax increase this year. The piece argues rising taxes stem from public demand and urges citizens to curb spending rather than strike, praising acts of public service and letters of thanks to officials.
The Calgary city council ends municipal restrictions on store hours after more than four decades. Stores will set hours by owner judgment within provincial and federal rules. The shift signals an experiment away from uniform by laws and raises questions about scheduling, shopping habits, and municipal burden.
A despatch reports a prank in which non existent candidates were elected assistant treasurer and rival. officials later discover Donald Curtis and Murray Thistle did not exist. Organizers say the joke exposes student political irresponsibility but critics note grown ups also misbehave in public affairs.
A reflective essay questions whether productions should spotlight performers or behind the scenes creators. It argues that stories matter more than the crew, noting the paradox of Oscars and stars versus the unseen work that builds media.
The Bank of Montreal forecasts that growth momentum in Canada could keep recessions mild and brief, potentially mirroring 1949 and 1953. The Financial Post notes Canada’s stability stems from steadier consumer spending and earlier US slowdown timing, which limits domestic shocks.
Weather slows car sales as halved loads persist on roads and drivers are urged to ease speeds to protect vehicles. The era of public service strain under democracy continues with changing responsibilities from elected officials to the public. The column cites varied Canadian towns reporting store hours shifts and debates on Sunday work and municipal assessment reforms.
The article by Rev G P Parson urges structured Bible reading rather than cherry picking. It recommends a compact readable Bible, a daily time slot, and a prayer for illumination, with suggested starting points like Ruth, Genesis, Exodus, Acts, and the Pauline letters.
A guide to regular Bible reading urges an open minded, imaginative approach. It recommends using dictionaries and notes, and provides a weekly plan with Acts readings and verses from various days for contemplation.
At the annual Actons Lawn Bowling Club meeting on April 5 Wo Ho Rogers was chosen president with J Wood as secretary treasurer Miss Barbara Wood the tournament secretary Mrs C Holmes ladies president and Mrs M Bell treasurer among the nine officers. Delegates from Acton Malton ecergieuwen Rockwood and Guelph meet on April 12 to draft a schedule of rubbles for the coming season. The club invites old and prospective members with a $5.00 fee and hopes to begin bowling on or before May 24 weather permitting. More than 48 million trees have been planted on unoccupied crown lands in six Canadian provinces since 1951 under reforestation agreements.
Sunday April 15 1956 service times listed with Junior Church Church School Morning Worship and Evening Prayer. A second entry repeats the schedule for the same day with a quoted Bible verse They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength and a warm welcome.
The schedule lists Easter events including Holy Communion at 9.00 am, Church School at 9.45 am, Beginners’ Class, Choral Communion at 11.00 am, and Evensong at 7.00 pm. On Monday April 16 at 6.30 pm there is a Lads and Dads Banquet.
A one year old Holstein owned by Herb Jones and Son of Lanark Ontario has a striking number seven branded or marked on its forehead. The dairy animal draws attention at the Lanark farm and highlights distinctive livestock markings.
Twenty years ago Free Press notes Easter Sunday parade persisted despite weather. mentions Detroit winning the Stanley Cup, romance rumors around Major Edward Bowes and Mary Garden, Austrian tannery workers arrival in Acton, local events in Nassagaweya and Prena church areas, a 125 piece orchestra at Maney Hall, and appointments including Mr. FE H G Worden as Weston High School principal.
Dr McGregor of Waterdown paid visits to Walker Lodge and the ALF. A banquest was served at the Acton House. Walker Dodge enjoys prosperity. The Ten nyson club held its last meeting at the Manse. Mrs Wilson received a bound copy of Browning poems for hospitality. Ac ton Gun Club annual meeting elected officers. The first shoot is scheduled for Good Friday afternoon. A summer series of merchandise shoots is planned. Hot X bunt begins at Bells saw mill as season cuts start soon.
A historical Acton list presents multiple professionals including Dr W G C Kenney physician offices at 43A Mill St E and 15 Church St E phone 10, Dr D A Garrett at Willow River S corner with office 22 Fehane and residence 151 Acton, Barrister & Solicitor, Notary public hours 1000-1200 am 1000-1200 pm Saturdays by appointment, Brampton vet office 31 Main St, Leishman Block dentist Mill St 9-6 with X ray 148, Dr H Leib dentist Corner Mill and Frederick Streets 9-6 19, Optometrist Lt Buchner 48 Mill St EF Wednesdays 1:30-6, Veterinarians Oak es 24 Knox Ave Acton 130, B D Young and L Young veterinarians Brookville Milton TR 78-9177, Real estate and insurance Bracken 26 Acton heated ambulance 699, Olive M Lampard MD RMT piano studio Acton 14 Park Ave Gu elph 296, bus schedule Eastbound express times 638 am to 10:08 pm including Sundays and holidays.
Sunday April 15 1956 schedule lists Sunday School at 1000 am Morning Worship at 1100 am Midweek Service Wednesday at 8 pm.
Fragmented timetable lists daily and Sunday bus and flyer times with multiple errors and place names. It shows early morning and evening departures at Georgetown Georget town Usin E08 Pats with flag stops and weekend variations.
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