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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 24, 1925
Page
4
The editorial reflects on Christmas spirit amid a harsh year and notes Acton’s factories as stable employers while Bracebridge faces tannery closures. It cites Mr. C. O. Shaw explaining overcapacity of tanneries, with idle operations in the United States and Canada, and warns that global markets force curtailment. Acton remains fortunate for maintaining jobs.
Sir Samuel Hoare head of the British Air Ministry said Britain will postpone its air defence program in light of the clearer skies of Europe after Locarno. He urged other nations to follow to avoid a costly arms race in the coming years.
Over 150 US magazines enter Canada with an audience of about 25 million readers. They shape opinion and promote American goods while Canada imports around twenty million pounds of US magazine paper annually. If printed in Canada, the trade could gain about ten million dollars yearly, notes C. O. Lobley in Industrial Canada.
The Acton Free Press commemorates over fifty years of covering the lives and ambitions of Acton residents and the wider community. It thanks readers for their loyalty and pledges continued leadership to build future opportunities.
The recount confirms D. M Kennedy Progressive wins Peace River by 17 votes over James A Collins Conservative and about 25 over Liberal. Employment Service of Canada shows improved last week with fewer unemployed and demand rising for skilled workers. Pan American Union invites Canada to membership and plans 1927 Pan American Congress in Canada. Acton election results: Amos Mason defeats George Barber by 153 votes. Barber a seven term Reeve. The Halifax Leader lauds United Church of Canada as Canadian and Catholic. British politician predicts United States of Europe as old tensions ease. Britain Reduces drink bill despite higher beer taxes. 26.5 million barrels beer sold. US issues new medical alcohol restrictions effective Feb 1 1926. Ontario Hydro debates private sale value. Manitoba telephones profitable. Winnipeg now over 42 000 telephones. Farmers Sun faces deficit despite large circulation.
The article notes Mr Fred Near, longtime resident and ex- Neevo of Esquesing Township, has retired in Georgetown and is convalescing after a severe illness, now able to be about the house again.
A reward is offered for information leading to the conviction of those who damaged Limehouse school windows. The notice promises many happy homecomings for the Christmas season in the community.
Mir James Houston named representative of Willoughby Farm Agency at Milton. Milton Worated Yarn Spinning Mills buys the largest brick factory building opposite the CPR station in Robertson County and prepares for machinery installation within weeks. Engagements announced include Merle Ellane to W A Galbraith of Drumbo, with marriage planned in December, and Margaret Cameron to Oswald Sturdy of Fort William, marriage set for January.
The Sunday School Christmas entertainment at Crewsons Corners church Tuesday evening drew a good crowd and showcased performances by pupils and members. Superintendent Charles W. Lambert presided as Verna Lanfessy, daughter of Mrs. C. Lanfesty, recovers from pneumonia in St Josephs Hospital, Guelph. Barney Bayne, son of Mr and Mrs George Bayne, fractured his wrist after a fall at school last week. Auctioneer Kerr of Acton conducted a successful sale of estate chattels for the late Mrs Edward Kingsbury, with strong attendance and good prices. Wm Murray of Erin visited the Kingsbury family for a couple of weeks. A pipe organ recital at Krox Church, Acton, drew locals on Tuesday of last week.
The notice reports Elsie Botha of Erin engaged to Wallace B. Young of Erin for a December wedding. Real estate transfers include Wm Gordon selling his home to Albert Dyer and Wm Somerville selling a new house to Charles Dyer in Hillsburg. Also notes the death of Neil McLeod and his wife in Stonewall Manitoba and a double funeral held there.
Georgetown reports include Mrs Froure injuring her arm after a fall on ice in Toronto. Mr J H McGibbon’s horse was severely injured after being kicked by another horse. The fifty third Georgetown Fire Brigade annual assembly will be held New Year’s Eve in the Town Hall. Milas Dora Worden of Acton visited her brother Mr S Worden last week. Mrs McDonald of Disney Susk visited Mr and Mrs Ballantine during the week in December. Hatton Chapter R A Mi meeting postponed from December 18 to 29. An agitation to have N R A road passenger tickets from Georgetown to the city accepted by the C N R Electric Railway on the return trip. Over 100 attended the Young Liberal Club Banquet in the Town Hall last Tuesday evening as Hon W B Sinclair KC was guest and gave a sharp address.
Mrs Martyn Cole arrives from New York to help ill mother on Locust Street. Grange annual meeting at Carls Rite elects W Fisher chaplain. G W V A Christmas tree for ex servicemen children set for Dec 23 in GWA hall. Taxes arrears registrations to start January 1926 in Division Court. Fire escape works planned for Public School wings during Christmas holidays. Miss Ethel Smith departs for Vancouver trip. Mr Harris family back from Detroit resuming residence in Burlington. Wentworth County pupils’ High School stipend totals 1366.64 dollars. Two Supreme Court writs against Canadian National Railways over Brant Inn fire claim locomotive spark caused blaze.
Rev. T. H. Lowe, P.M. of Campbell Lodge No. 603 Campbellville, was installed as W M of the new Campbell Lodge. Lowe showed keen interest in establishing the lodge at Hamilton Beach.
The text advises wage earners to obtain references when applying, evaluate a job for health safety and long term growth, and confirm the work will engage them. It stresses avoiding jobs with artificial light or dead end prospects, and ensuring the position benefits future opportunities as well as present pay.
Churches offer practical business education through parish and Sunday School work. The stenographer role aids church secretarial tasks, boosting business skills and potentially leading to larger opportunities. For a young attorney, church offices teach procedure and parliamentary law and sharpen public speaking, salesmanship, and leadership in service of the Master.
A Louiseville Herald report recounts a local justice of the peace, a Republican, mobilizing support amid political fever. He warned voters he would burn the Constitution and state laws if ousted, and his bluff prompted a large majority re election.
A quoted plea argues democracy must be earned by collective courage and equality. It calls for a land of liberty where free speech is protected, prejudices are challenged, and tax policies serve all citizens, not just party interests.
A motor car driven by a woman struck a man on a street crossing. The driver claimed caution and seven years of driving experience, while the injured man replied he had walked for fifty four years, highlighting differing perspectives on fault.
An anonymous note, signed R. C. Miller and A. T. Brown, touts Adierika as easing gas and bloating after a single spoonful. Claims include improved sleep, relief from stomach distress, and loosened chronic constipation with surprising results.
Creditors of Peter Lorne Masales, late of Acton, who died November 20, 1926, are asked to send their claims with names addresses and details to the executors William Howard Marales and Robert James Ramshaw by January 30, 1927. After that date the executors will distribute assets to those entitled and will not honor late claims. Solicitor H N Farmer, Acton.
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