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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 14, 1950
Page
3
A local inspection by an underwriter’s inspector found defective water services and forced testing of Acton’s emergency fire units. Pressure boosts damaged mains, blocked highways, and led to days of repairs and higher costs with little safety gain. The author urges inspectors to use common sense to avoid needless disruption and long-term higher fire rates.
The unions push to keep wartime rent controls as April nears while the Canadian government signals a retreat from wartime policy. Prime Minister St Laurent notes rental control is problematic and should apply across all goods if kept. He argues government direction hampers business and long term value, urging a return to market mechanisms.
The letter argues for old age pensions at seventy with a contributory basis and no means test. It warns against hidden taxes raising living costs and calls for transparent fund trading methods. It suggests funding be collected during earning years and distributed equally. It mentions a possible pattern after unemployment stamp plans.
In a Smith Falls Record-News column from Acton, a critic argues that a welfare state erodes daily essentials by subsidizing groceries housing and health care while encouraging a future where all basics are paid by the state leaving citizens to spend only on luxuries. The piece notes the political tactic of promising benefits over fostering work and savings.
C Gardner president of Bank of Montreal urges Canadians to accept government-led economy and reject wartime style controls. He argues cheap money worsens inflation and calls for tight policy, higher rediscount rates, and strong capital restraint to curb rising prices amid postwar demand.
Editorial notes Christmas greetings rise in mail as carriers raise rates with costs. Smith Falls elects a woman to the Council for 1951. she did not top the polls in this election. Municipal affairs are set for 1951 though observers hope shorter sessions.
In a short archival note, reference is made to a painting payment plant exported to Canada with precedents tied to law and investment by notable figures in early industry. The fragment highlights cross border enterprise and a historical industrial link.
The Kaas Church Sunday School held its annual election of officers. Win McPhaidon is superintendent and Job Penson is assistant superintendent. Miss Bemis Wallace becomes secretary with Bal Hyder as treasurer. The program also lists organists and multiple teachers and staff members.
A study of fire records shows at least 80 percent of fires are preventable. Examples include a cigarette dropped on a couch causing a fatal fire, a mother starting a fatal blaze with coal oil, a match on a garage floor igniting a deadly fire, a six year old lighting clothing, and a man smoking in bed leading to his unconscious removal by rescuers.
The report lists 1930 events including auctions in Milton and Diuelph Winter Pair, appointments like Alfred Lemasteret purchasing a highway plot from Gilbert, and Hie expected match at Oberain. It notes Mrs HOS Wilson, Miss Jeane Sawa, and Velma Murray delayed at the OPO Convention, with Thertha Deewa describing a reaction to a Phasstone sighting. Also mentioned are church gatherings at Parsley Memorial and Acton United, and Hiram Wallace of Guelph announced health and plans. Robert Roberts of Toronto and Martha Storey noted in death notices. The piece reflects local civic, religious, and social items of late 1930s style.
An alderman recalls how residents complain after reassessment while a city teacher explains a pay raise raised taxes. The exchange highlights the link between teacher salaries and tax rates as a lesson in local government duties.
A historical listing from Acton Ontario detailing local professionals and services. Includes physicians Dr W G C Kenney Dr O A Garrett and Dr George A Sirs, dental Dr A J Buchanan, lawyer C F Leatherland, accountants Lever & Hoskin, real estate Wright Real Estate Insurance, Willoughby Farm Agency, veterinary services Young and Oakes, optometrist Milligan, and travel and funeral services. Also notes daylight saving time details and bus schedule for Acton.
Fragmented timetable notes for east and west routes. Mentions Georgetown daily services Sunday exceptions and early morning times. Includes some passenger listing like flyer daily at Georgetown and Sunday only services with varying hours.
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