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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 19, 1929
Page
5
A weakly newspaper item from Acton Free Press notes its status as a member of the Weekly Newspaper Association Ontario Quebec Division. The item highlights regional press affiliations and local media identity.
Farmers nationwide report vandalism as individuals cut and steal trees from roadside bushes. Though a single tree may seem minor, repeated thefts accumulate large losses for farmers who own the commercial timber this season.
The Aylmer Express notes strong support for a compulsory auto insurance law to curb derelict vehicles and reckless driving. It argues victims must have a chance to collect damages, citing existing U S examples where such laws reportedly yield good results.
The Milton Reformer notes that municipal tax increases next year may stem from the County Council debt build up rather than local expenditures. Prominent county figures urge halting the pyramiding of debenture debt, warning Halton may hold the province’s largest county debt. Municipalities face burden as county and provincial controls press resources onto ratepayers.
A hometown column reflects on Christmas as a time of goodwill and the enduring message of peace. It cites Dickens and emphasizes charity, shared happiness, and the yearning for broader brotherhood as the year ends and a hopeful New Year begins.
The True Blue Lodge undertakes the Community Christmas Tree project with enterprising spirit and willingness. Christmas season brings busyness but the act of helping others gives its own satisfaction. Kiddies and adults will appreciate and assist with the tree work.
A provincial observer notes the surplus reported by Provincial Treasurer J. D. Monteith suggests lightening tax burdens. He cites the amuse ment tax as a nuisance kept on admissions over twenty five cents despite other cuts and wartime taxes lifted. The writer argues for its removal alongside other Dominion reductions.
Provincial Treasurer Monteith announced a surplus of 2 567 000 the largest in the province's history signaling prosperity. Revenue climbs mainly from succession duties Liquor Control Act and gasoline tax while expenditures rise about 3 700 000. Further tax reductions are anticipated at the next session alongside possible road cost shifts from municipalities and Old Age Pension relief.
The Canadian National Railways plans a 20 million expansion with 10 million for branch lines and Montreal terminal work to run through 1930 and likely five more years. Projects include new hotels in Vancouver Saskatoon Charlottetown and Halifax and major terminal work at Hamilton Winnipeg and Edmonton.
The piece notes Hanover voters lists nearing the required count for a deputy reeve, hints at civic engagement through skating and curling, and mentions pre Christmas elections. It also references a hockey season jab between Guelph Mercury and Elora Express editors, implying ongoing sports rivalry.
A report by Dominion Statistician R H Coates says all Canadians include those of Canadian nationality, those born in the Dominion, and those whose family has resided in Canada for three generations or more in a special sense. The ruling appears to settle a long running controversy over definition.
Mr and Mrs Chan and McGrath spend a few weeks at Opringiela Mall Providence R I with their daughter. The resignation of Mrs Haig English teacher at Victory High School has been received. Sixteen new members joined Inox Presbyterian Church on Communion Sunday. Rev O A Mullin extended a welcome to the new members. Mr and Mrs Angus Glewart announce the engagement of their daughter Leslie Jessie to Captain Henry Grant Medfearn of Colborne Ontario. Marriage planned for end of December. Mrs Hayes of John Street shows little improvement though doctors expect recovery with treatment. Local business people complain about road conditions in Nelset Township as Middle Road and Bart Burpet left by contractors. Paving halted by cold spell in late November.
Georgetown visitors include Mra Reid from ANLIon at Mr and Mrs W A Matthews home. Mr and Mrs Angus Gillespie and Mr Hugh Gillespie of Thateaville visit with Mrs Rocles and friends. Baptist Church services by the University Trio praised. Canadian National Electric Railway agent George Dobson honored with gold watch. wife Dobson with purse. Brant Fishing Club hosts at W R Raine Toronto. Letters from Co BE Ruddy Texas and Borger Daily Herald received. Charlie now bookkeeper at Werald and adjusting to new duties.
Milton James Halliday of Hornby plans England trip for Christmas to visit relatives. Mrs Kathleen Snelgrove of Toronto, formerly Milton, visited the Misses Storey. Curling Club members receive well prepared ice thanks to weather. Mrs Hodge Stark of Baquesing recovering well after surgery at Guelph General Hospital. Pred Markle buys dairy from F. Weir and moves to Collingwood. HN Blewart, Toronto hockey star and former Milton boy, coaches Upper Canada College team. photo in Toronto Daily Star. Mrs A. J. Sloane of Stratford visits Milton. Pred Dampett injures knee in Toronto hockey game and will be sidelined weeks. Clarence Knapp, Milton-born, reassigned from Acton Bank of Montreal to Toronto branch. Farewell gathering for Mrs J A Featherstone and Mrs Dorothy before moving to Milton. address by George Cudmore. Mrs Frank Hadley presents reading lamp.
Wm. Whitaker injured in a fall on ice near home. Ed. Orr of Clarkson plans to move to Oakville and occupy Dr. Miller’s former house. Milns Kathisen Regen will join Parkside next year. Oakville team to miss her. Mr. and Mrs. McKinley of Church Street left for Florida for the winter. John Heatlice of Bothwell attended a funeral in Oakville. Miss Hattla Hogaman will spend winter in Southans Texas. Mr. and Mrs. Tyrrell announce the engagement of Helen Muriel to Harry Everett Witten. The marriage will be soon. Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Lister to celebrate golden wedding on Dec 31. Dr. and Mrs. H. V. Dewar reside in town for winter. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Armstrong of Erin Dale to celebrate golden wedding on Dec 27 at Community Hall. Mrs. W. Stewart and Mrs. Andrew Kathers traveled from Detroit for their grandmother’s funeral. Aim, C. E. Dilt of Hronte and Mrs. Case leaving for Los Angeles for the winter. Mrs. Case is over seventy and well-traveled.
Moblin a three year old boy with long curls resists hair cutting. His parents debate and ask him if he wants a haircut. He replies that he will not have his curl cut off.
Erin Ithona and Theobald Tra Raoszol visit in Mamblon Michigan. Mrs James Wheeler returns home after two weeks with Noronto friends. Mrs F Walker moved to Inwood branch manager. Mr and Mrs Frank McAlister relocate to Norval for garage business. Community bids farewell to a moving family in Advicate.
The text notes Lord Dewar as a bachelor who admires the fate sax and shares several quips about women. It quotes lines claiming the road to success is paved by women steering husbands and that no man is entirely good before a woman improves him, plus a garden wedding as a fifty fifty union.
In the crash scene a Pullman porter slept through the wreck and awoke after being roused by the rescuer. He explained he felt jolty and thought they were adding the dinah, a misinterpretation amid the confusion.
Jas Symon offers clearance on toasters irons and electric percolators plus Pyrex pie plates and a range of silverware items. Discounts include cold meat forks dessert spoons table spoons and butter dishes with prices from 0.50 to 12.50 and regulars listed. Located on Mill Street Acton Ontario.
The piece argues that permanent prosperity relies on consistent newspaper advertising. It warns against “do-nothing” business men who avoid spending on ads and promote a dead town image to outsiders. Advertising and progress go hand in hand for a thriving economy.
A miscellany of medical and dental professionals with offices and hours listed. Includes Dr J A McNiven, Dr J H Johnson, A J Buchanan, P W Pearen, and Francis Nunan offering services from early morning to evening hours with contact details and locations. Also notes notary services and loan/mortgage mentions and bookbinding, binding periodicals at Wyndham Street. The items reflect aiding health needs and local services.
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