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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 14, 1911
Page
5
In Halton on Monday Mr. Warren secured a narrow victory with a majority of 25, maintaining his lead from the previous election. The vote reflects a well exercised campaign, though details remain unclear due to damaged text.
A local hydro electric discussion features W Hothmas and Mr Bothwan explaining the benefits of a line from Guelph to Port Credit and the potential for Acton to receive power from either Hydro Electric or producer plants. They address contracts, pricing, and water purity concerns with Beardmore & Co. and note potential impacts on local industry and water supply.
The by law for the Ka ipal and School Trustees election passed and polling places were set. Clerk and St. J. Mc Ing appointed deputy return officer. Over two hours were spent assessing merits of producer gas plants and hydro electric power.
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