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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 01, 1907
Page
2
Canada’s population reached 4 501 000 as of April seventh, up 1 15 41 in the last year, a gain over twenty percent since 1901. Railroads rise as a main growth factor while Ontario highways face reform moves and a by law vote advances in county councils. Canadian civilisa tion progresses with improved labor reforms and education mandates for child workers.
An aged resident Mr Edward Wirwt died Tuesday at the home of Mrs Daniel Wingrove after a long life in the community. The obituary notes the late mans standing as a well known yeoman with ties to Campbellville and local farms. A separate notice mentions a Will from D Whoolthan of Campbellville leaving an estate valued at about 25 000. The document details assets in Ontario and the United States and a total estate around 92 517 15.
The council confirms a bylaw levying a half mill for permanent pavement costs and 20 alle for current streets, with property owners paying 10 percent. A petition for a school access walk on Education Lane was considered, to be funded by the Trustee Board over several years. The meeting also adjourned for a municipal clerk’s leave and included commentary on a nearby fire drill and community service by the local brigade.
A mayoral by election was held Monday to fill the vacancy caused by Mayor Milner's recent departure. A. Obwe tore, writer of The Conservator, won with over two hundred votes as about a third of eligible voters cast ballots.
A devastating fire at Mr. Charles Davidson’s farm barn destroyed hay, grain, and farming implements. The blaze, fed by wind, damaged the driving shed and numerous vehicles while nearby families aided responders. Davidson insured for about 2200 and plans to rebuild. loss estimated between 1000 and 5000 with sympathy expressed for the farmer during harvest.
Dearnetown and Berlin defeated Georgetown and Acton in two entertaining bowling matches last week. Acton won both their rinks, with final scores showing majorities for Acton in the Georgetown and Berlin confrontations. A third game at Galt favored the visitors, who claimed overall honors, while the Detroit club carried a trophy challenge and local veterans starred in the close contests.
A letter from the famed "Oulol Jankine" writer to Chicago Canadian denounces harsh Canadian policies. It cites miners on strike, government actions to quell protests, and fears of labour and temperance controls. The piece argues Canadian governance is strict, hypocritical, and aims to suppress church and private pursuits while promoting money and railroads.
The article notes a promnt rite at Welling with down 4) feat by the snute of the wook as young people enjoy mosers at a tomas event. Mr Chas Davidson is mentioned in a separate fire-related misfortune while Mrs Aanlth of Womtutaoks and Mrs Orewsan of Auolph are cited for various incidents and visits.
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