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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 16, 1948
Page
2
A reflective meditation on Christmas history and the plight of Mary and Joseph under oppression. It contrasts pain and a cross with spiritual power and urges a rediscovery of the Adventurous faith that first guided men to a star with inner light to illumine life.
The Financial Post notes peak farm prices mask long-term trends. It explains that prewar cattle prices were abnormally low, and 1930s levels were the lowest in 25 years. Price recovery began after tariff cuts in 1935, with farmers reaching near-normal levels only during the wartime period.
Seven deadly accidents in November caused at least 89 deaths, the highest Ontario monthly count. The toll lifts 1947 year to date traffic fatalities to 672, surpassing the prior year’s rate and reversing a postwar decline in motor vehicle deaths.
Public reaction is upbeat as hydro power blackouts ease and households notice lower bills from compulsory saving. Citizens urge continued caution to sustain the improved condition and avoid returning to wasteful energy habits.
The piece urges careful use of household power during holidays to avoid shortages. It emphasizes watching consumption, avoiding waste, and maintaining industrial output and wages by staying mindful of the ongoing energy limits.
The St Thomas Times Journal defends publishing names in crime coverage. It argues editors face impossible requests to suppress names and notes that court proceedings reveal public concern over crime and punishment. The piece condemns nurturing secrecy and emphasizes transparency in reporting.
The article argues that while farm mechanization boosts yields and farmer living standards, it cannot solve population pressure. It cites Sir John Boyd Orr and USDA figures, noting aging farmers and finite arable land. It warns the US may soon only feed itself and questions urban labor supply for food production.
Editorial notes describe Bracebridge adding a red flashing light atop the Town Hall flagpole to signal police calls. The Fort Erie Times-Review mocks washing day trivia, noting Monday was named wash day with stubborn tradition and no man arguing otherwise.
Acton residents report 66 new electric street lights planned on MILL Street as crews install wiring. The Fire Brigade announces a frat ball and supper on Mon 26 December at the town hall. Improvements to St Joseph's Church altar and Imperial Penny Pontage stamp issue are noted. Died Balmer: Robert Balmer, Oakville Postmaster, at home.
The Firemen's Annual Ball and Supper drew strong attendance last Friday. An orchestra led by Charles Mason provided splendid music at United Church services Sunday. Mrs Geo T Coo died at her Georgetown home after years in Acton and Limehouse. The United Church Sunday School visited Acton. Mr McLaren taught. Suburban Oil and Gas Co reached 1000 feet depth near Acton. Obituaries note John Tarzwell age 60 and Agnes Mabel Clifford Marshall wife of Richard Earl Marshall at St Joseph's Hospital.
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