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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 18, 1952
Page
13
A reader recalls a 50s era Christmas with only 30 cents to spend on six gifts. He notes wages near $1.50 for long days, prices like a nickel, and reflects on happiness not measured by money. The piece contrasts past frugality with present spending.
A Dawson dispatch reports a hostile Hinako Indian band moving along the line between the Little Salmon and Petty Rivers, with 180 to 200 warriors, following hangings at Dawson barracks for a prospector murder.
The Financial Post reports Canada’s gross national product for 1952 at over 23 billion dollars, about 8 percent above 1951’s record. Real terms show higher production and spending, with prices only slightly above last year, signaling a strong outlook for 1953 amid soft spots and market worries.
A reflective note urges thoughtful holiday planning to bring joy to others. It warns against selfishness and cites past alcohol and traffic tragedies at Christmas, urging fathers to model joy and respect for family.
The article weighs educational costs in nearby towns noting Walker ton high school cost 306000, public school add 125000, Separate school add 200000. Fergus rejected an 85000 addition. It argues North Halton High School District should feel satisfied with a modest program and foresees future expansion as need grows.
The Orillia Ont Pocket Times notes that anyone who lands in police court should not blame reporters or the press but take responsibility for their actions.
The report notes rising automobile insurance costs across Saskatchewan Manitoba and Ontario with proposed increases for new vehicles up to 100 percent and a new Ontario fee rising from 50 cents to one dollar. It explains unsatisfied judgments funds established to indemnify traffic accident victims and states Ontario has paid over 3 million dollars since 1947 while running a deficit for two years.
An elderly speaker recalls a life arc from poverty to wealth, noting that in youth he had means but little ability to enjoy them, and in old age he had faculties to enjoy but lost the means, expressing persistent disappointment. The remark is attributed to Mad. Gasparin.
A revivalist tells a congregation a man flirts with another's wife. He demands a pound. six pounds and a ten shilling note are given. The note says the donor will send the remaining ten shillings Wednesday.
The 1932 season anticipates strong ticket sales for arena skating. Obituaries note the death of Catherine Partridge of Brookville aged 65. Canadian cheese shipments via Montreal to the British Isles reach 84 501 boxes in 1932, the largest in three years. Hiram Walker of Guelph marks his 102nd birthday. Also listed: J S Davidson to St Marys. H I G Fraser to replace him. a Crescent Street fire destroys a home. a Christmas tree planned at Mill and Main. a birth announced in Acton.
The Rockwood Bulletin notes 19 firefighters in Rockwood with 22 runs and one mutual call to Acton, plus a false alarm traced to information about the Acton run. Milton hosts a Santa parade with candy and characters. Oakville decorators plan a 32 acre room lighting at the Ford plant in Trafalgar using 8800 fixtures and green walls with yellow railings. Georgetown prize story recalls a Toronto businessman who ends up in a swimming pool after misjudging a door. Georgetown high school reports French pen pals for grade 11 and students craft Christmas tree decorations in Miss Dorothy Stone’s class.
Ed Holmes and Mabel Cripps marked their 50th wedding anniversary at the Georgetown home with relatives from Acton and nearby towns. Married in Acton on December 10, 1902, they later moved to Georgetown in 1904 where Holmes ran a shoe repair shop. They have a daughter Hazel Elwyn Locker of Brantford, daughter Helen, son William, and two grandchildren Victor and Marie.
Antistatic cleaning solution suitable for acrylic plastics and glass can be applied by brush spray dip or cloth. It is nonflammable and claimed to prevent surface attraction of dust and dirt which causes scratches.
Thought for the Week invites reflection on light and growth. On Sunday December 21 1952 the church hosts services including Church School at 10.00 am Divine Worship at 11.00 am Bible Class at 12.15 pm and a Christmas pageant by the Church School at 7.00 pm. The verse They that wait upon the Lords shall renew their strength appears in a warm invitation.
Thursday activities include choir rehearsal at 8 30. Bible study and prayer. Sunday December 21 1952 features Sunday School at 9 00 am Morning Worship service at 11 00 am titled How Christ Came Evening Worship at 7 00 pm and Young Peoples Union at 8 45 pm. Emphasis on theme of celebrating the Saviour's birth and inviting attendance.
A new carbide alloy, 83 percent chrome carbide, 2 percent tungsten carbide, 15 percent nickel, shows zero magnetism, half the density of tungsten carbide, high thermal expansion, and superior erosion and heat resistance. Made by powder metallurgy, it targets heat blades for molten glass, ceramic tooling, bearings in corrosive environments, and die casting cores where stainless steel lacks abrasion resistance.
A historical directory page lists doctors dentists and professionals in Acton Ontario including Dr W G C Kenney Dr D A Garrett Dr A J Buchanan and Dr H Leib with office locations and phones. Real estate and insurance firms L Wright N B Wright Valustors Realters and insurance associations are noted along with solicitors accountants chiropractors and veterinarians with contact details for Acton and surrounding areas.
Daily Eastbound and Westbound schedules listed with multiple time slots including special Sundays and flagstop notes. Flyer's Georgetown and Guelph appear with morning and evening departures and weekend variations.
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