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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 28, 1952
Page
13
Students return to nine studies as schools reopen next Tuesday. The piece notes the emotional shift for young pupils and older students facing new teachers and surroundings. It highlights the value of improved educational facilities and the importance of individual effort to seize opportunities.
A district group attended a Sunday evening performance by the Lorne Sols Band in Georgetown with 30 cars and few spectators on the grandstand. The program featured a test piece for the C N E contest and a dance section that drew enthusiastic applause despite a small turnout.
Minister of Finance Al Abbott argues that Canadians are not ready to accept higher taxes to fund spending while urging a near term tax reduction. He says a further boost risks delaying expansion and progress, and stresses the need for improvement and building at home despite broad political promises.
urban debate argues a yearly 15 dollar TV fee to fund Canadian Broadcasting Corporation costs. supporters say private stations would still require revenue and fees should reflect public cost, while opponents fear government overreach and higher charges.
A fragmented passage notes competition and market trends lasting 25 years and mentions newsprint dealers, costs, and natural resources. It implies shifts in industries and the need to maintain advantage amid changing prices and demand. The text hints at upcoming seasonal and market pressures affecting producers and retailers.
A sprawling district feature describes the Oakville and surrounding area activities. It notes a Veterans Day parade with local dignitaries, a "Vote for Me" contest and shop at home prizes, a church anniversary service, miniature exhibits at the Ex venue, and profiles of residents including entertainers tied to the town.
The August 1952 church page lists morning worship led by Minister Sven Wrrotly and a Sunday School session with Rev Stuart Bo Coles of Oshawa. It notes a service via the Baptist Church with the scripture They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength and invites a warm welcome. Morning and evening services are scheduled with notices of youth and revival elements.
A young peoples' gathering is announced at H1D pan on Sunday August 29 with a $500 donation request for Bindey Auguot. The event invites families to attend and bring children and features morning worship at 7 00 and evening worship. The notice welcomes other church congregations to join in the final summer service with all ministers participating.
A fragment from the Free Press discusses 1902 events and political tension over prohibition. It mentions a convention, measures, and anticipated majorities, plus reports on education job applications and public notices. Names and places appear in scattered lists of residents and officials.
Fragmented report mentions a trotting race behind a camp site near Teartivumpantas and a visiting Dr Newton at Acton. It notes a fatal or injurious incident at Tamme Trap Natl, a bereaved family including Mrs Aink Curry and Mrs Florence, and a resignation of Mia Mh Barbour from the Public School flat. Board grading lists opened with Kangshot and Holmes on Elgin Street as local farmers market eggs.
A local directory lists physicians surgeons dentists chiropractors and veterinary services in Acton Ontario. It includes Dr W G C Kenney Dr D A Garrett Dr J Buchanan Dr H Leib Dr D J Armstrong and other professionals with office addresses and phone numbers. Also shown are Gray Coach Lines Canadian National Railways schedules and local real estate insurance and funeral service firms.
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