A Coser Relationship a Necessity CBC Funding and Waste in Canada
The piece argues taxpayers funded 70.4 million for the CBC with near total spend, while 9 million was returned last year. Alphonse Ouimet says revenue could rise by 12 million were it not for private TV outlets siphoning ad revenue. It calls for tighter revenue expenditure alignment in a government supported system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Broadcasting Commission
CBC
Alphonse Ouimet
Canada
Public affairs topics spark reader concerns and policy notes
The Petrolia Advertiser Topic laments citizen apathy toward council meetings and asks how communities determine school needs while warning over government overspending. The Rodney Mercury argues policy shifts stem from spending beyond taxes, not election outcomes. The Advertiser Topic promotes industrial promotion via commissions to map infrastructure, zoning, and public works to boost industry. The Wingham Advance Times cautions against forced pension plans and urges choice among reputable Canadian plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petrolia
Industrial Commission
Industres
Wingham
Ottawa
Acton News Roundup From 1942 Free Press
Stolen auto on Bower Ave and gasoline theft at Highway Garage prompt ON investigation. Abandoned car north of Acton found, owners unidentified. police continue inquiries. Acton Bowling Club hosts a regional tournament with Guelph and Milton teams. Guelph wins. Canadian Weekly Newspapers convention awards Acton Press. Fatal plane crash near Acton hospitalizes Mrs Madill and Mr Madill rescues. Red Cross article contributions pour in for overseas service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Free Press
C. V. Force
Bower Ave
A. Messaac
Harrop
Prat
Ray Mason
Acton
Galt
Force
Pulige
Te Givens
Milton
Guelph
Georgetown
Grand Viale Jey
Saskatoon
Acton Press
S. A. Lindssiy
Ann
Lesting
Hamilton
Ghegry Wan
Gregary
Haney
M. Mantill
Ian
Maedill
Mr. Gregory
Red Cross
Freight yard work brings steam locomotive back to Frederick Street
1912 news item notes Beardmore tannery switch and cowl trestle progress with expected railway traffic. Statham’s store theft case advances as chief Lawson traces loot to a vacant upstairs panel. suspect confesses to liquor involvement and parents informed. Home purchases, potatoes forecasts, church renovations, post office site clearing, and St Alban’s School picnic also reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawson
Statham
H. P. Moore
J.P
Robert Bennett
Jeremiah Bell
Lake
St. Alban's Church
Forbes and Mackenzie
Acinn
St. Alban's Sunday School
Stanley Park
Erin
Brampton seeks city status as by law passes
Brampton council approved a by law seeking designation as a city from the Ontario Municipal Board. City status would pull Brampton from county administration and allow potential county service leases such as jail and health facilities. Ward population approx 18 500.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brampton
Ontario Muni Board
Church Attendance Down During Quiet Holiday Season
Church attendance waned across MusRoka district as civic holiday passed with mild weather and gentle rains renewing village lawns. Rev Dro and Mrs George Aithea hosted a duties, while Rev Gordon Harms of Divi noted a dip in honest work. Local residents Bruce Hosking Grimsby and John Hatch London tied to weekend trips, and Rev Allen F Cook led St John’s Church service with Holy Communion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dro
George Aithea
Vtcanian
MusRoka
C Gordon Harms
Divi
Mus
Waxa
Fees
Bruce Hosking
Grimsby
Fred Hosking
John Hatch
London
Larne Linfoct
Enn
Allen F. Cook
St. John’s Church
Robert Vincent
E Shop
H. Mowat
Teron
A. F Cook
Candle Light Reminiscence Amidst a Power Outage
A reflective column recalls comfort from a single red candle in a cottage firelight. The writer recalls childhood nights, family voices, and security as darkness and outages loom, contrasting with the glow of wax and memory. The piece blends nostalgia with sharp social musings about war, resilience, and ordinary life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midway
Niagara Falls
Thomas Bdlson
Christos
Ballinafad Women’s Institute Summer Meeting Note
The Ballinafad Women’s Institute met at Mrs Ada Kirkwood’s home on Wednesday. President Mrs Leo Jamieson led the meeting after the Ode and roll call. Minutes approved, letters from a sponsored girl and from a friend in England read. Topics included a talk on a seal for a small bow and a humorous reading Live a Borrowed Life. Canvass for a new hall reported underway with donations invited. Congratulations to the McGill couple on twins and to the Morgan Madill couple on their 25th wedding anniversary. Mrs Hilly and Mrs Gibson led arrangements with the hostess assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's Institute
Ada Kirkwood
Leo Jamieson
Mary Stewart Collee
W.L
WAL
England
J. Snow
Wm. Kirkwood
Robert McGill
Jean Sinclair
Fred Roden Irft
Murs
Morgan Madill
Ding Annivenan
Churchill Missionaries Depart for Africa for Two Years
Dr WF McDonald and Dr Doreen McDonald of Port Credit sail with their spouses to Africa as medical missionaries for a two year term. Attendees at the 25th wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs H Peavey included Mr and Mrs RL Davidson and others at Conangsby. Funeral for Mr Robert Lawrie held at St Albans Church with interment at Fairview Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WF. McDonald
Doreen McDonald
Port Credit
Visital
Acton Area Medical and Professional Directory Listings
A historic Acton page lists physicians surgeons and professionals with offices on Mill Street Willow and River Streets plus general contact numbers. Also included are legal services, notaries, and railway timetable notes for Canadian National Railways Daylight Savings times and local addresses in Acton Ontario.
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The
Sailor
Esther Tayiar
Cies
Goderich
Therm
Rodney Mercury
Conservative
Liberal
Quebec
Social Credit
Acton Free Press
Ditls Printing and Publishing Co. Ltd
Foundes
Willow St
Ontaro Meher
Audit Bureau of Circulations
OWNA
Ontario
G A. Dills
David R. Dills
Oakville — Council
Burlington
Sovearold William Hy
Tay Ur Homer
Lisle Crawford
Streetsville
Toronto Township
Meadowvale Developments Ltd
Hwy. 40
Streetville
Met On Town Car Club
Cosy Centorn
Ontane Motor League
Ary Young Deather
Nette
Alel
Geemwny
Vseo
Pathe
Avery
Ballinafad
Women’s Institute
Churchill
Professional Directory and
Travellers’ Guide
W. G. C. Kenney
Symon Black
Mill St. BE
D. A. Garrett
Willow and
River Sts
Entrance River St. Acton, Ont
Robert D. Buckner
Wellington St. Acton, Ont
Dr. Brewster
T. B. Moore
Main Street
North Corner
Main and
Mill Street
Acton, Ontario
Bstzg Res
DR. H. Leib
Corner Mill
Frederick Streets
A. J. Buchanan Dental Surgeon
C. F. Leatherland
Bannister and Solbitor Notary Public Office
Hooun
A. Braida
Paisley St. Guelph
Bruce BE
Shoemaker
Mgr
E. L. Buchner
John Sis
Acton Jn
St Ny
Waterloo
Gray Coach Lines
Canadian National Railways
Toronto
Sat
Sun
Stratford
Ee Appraising
F. Lt. Wright
Wilbur St. Acton
Actos
David W. Gohn
D.C
Mill St
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