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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 02, 1928
Page
11
The Edmonton Bulletin extols the Canadian Weekly Press as a vital national institution. It credits weekly papers with fostering social order, respect for law, tolerance among classes, and positive business progress.
An Ohio physician warns the Ontario Tourist Bureau that Ontario’s liquor laws may affect travel safety, noting his former home’s view of Ontario's liquor business since 1919. He suggests the alarming impression could bolster Dominion publicity despite any modest improvements.
The article explains that Civic Holiday varies by municipality but commonly falls on the first Monday in August. Acton observes the day with a civic celebration, encouraging intertown visits and a shared holiday spirit across nearby communities.
Town boosters are celebrated for civic improvement, fundraising, and leading community activities in Acton. They donate time and money, improving parks, supporting the Fall Fair, sustaining sports, and attracting new industries. Their work keeps the town vibrant and attractive.
A local resident advocates reviving the Almonte Town Band to strengthen community spirit. The writer emphasizes the band’s value as a well supported, affordable civic asset and urges town action to restore musical services for residents.
A Rumanian government delegation arrived in Canada to study Canada's wheat standardization. They will inspect western fields, track grain from harvest to ship from Montreal or Quebec, and review Vancouver handling practices. Canada’s rapid rise as a top wheat exporter draws attention to its grading and marketing system.
The Harbor Commission of Montreal says Montreal is the world’s greatest grain shipping harbor. In 1927 Montreal shipped over 106000000 bushels surpassing New York’s 109000000 by a wide margin, with Galveston Baltimore Philadelphia New Orleans also listed among top points. Montreal handled about 12000000 tons of freight and 1610 ocean going ships, reflecting a substantial year over year increase.
Liquor Control Board receipts reach 750 900 dollars this year from permit sales with 379 950 total holders including 344 778 residents and 35 172 tourists. At two dollars per permit, the board expects traffic to exceed last year as tourist demand grows and a resigned board member notes the measure failed to curb drinking.
The piece reflects on holiday temptations for youths and the value of traditional wisdom. It argues that young people resist elder guidance yet benefit from tested beliefs, urging holidays to be taken without endangering future finances or responsibilities.
Editorial notes applaud Canadian athletes at world events and celebrate Acton Civic Holiday as its premier observance. A historic telecommunication link between Moose Jaw and London demonstrated progress, though three minutes cost 54 dollars.
A jumble of names and events from Pittaburg to Toronto appears with holiday visits, street repairs, and local happenings. Residents Edwood Widker Robert Appleford Victor Timahaw and others are listed among social calls, a water tower repaint, and a dispute over property near Tosgeode Hat Toronto.
Judie asks why all payments are not made and states two instalments remain due in the engagement ring agreement. The exchange notes a deferral and an inability to start until after the following week.
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