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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 29, 1949
Page
3
An Ohio State magazine clipping argues that modern farm prices do not raise consumer costs. It shows bread, salt, shoes, meat, beans, milk would still cost similar amounts even if farmers gave away key inputs. The piece contrasts urban profiteering with farm realities.
The article urges systematic effort to maintain friendships through up-to-date contact lists, weekly notes, prompt mail replies, and mutual assistance. It also suggests engaging a life underwriter to review and update life insurance plans based on changing family situations.
A pocket heater for outdoor sports has been ported by the Financial Post. The device, imported from Germany and distributed by a New York firm, is described as absolutely safe. It generates heat from special fuel sticks and needs no squids. The maker claims it stays warm for three hours.
The item recalls Acton residents named for council and school trustees in 1899. It notes Miss Maure McQueen appointed teacher in section Na 4 and musical study at Poronta College of Music under Miss Graham. Social events include Congregational Church surprise visit to Mr and Mrs Forbes and St Alban’s Sunday School Christmas presentations. Euphemia Clementina Lachlan Curne wed George Midley in Acton.
The December 26 1978 issue notes Acton arena opening on Christmas night led by Reeve Mason. Halton County grants 145 Old Age Pensions applications. Diamond wedding anniversary for Mr and Mrs William Williams on Saturday. A son was born to Mr and Mrs Hugh At Reid on December 21 1928 in Erin Township. Samuel McLam aged 82 dies at home in Point Edward.
Crowds of adults and children line Main Street for Milton’s annual Santa visit. Police issue late night warning after a Saturday post dance brawl between Toronto youths and local boys left several with facial cuts. Comrade Stan Wilson elected President of Branch 136 Canadian Legion for 1950. In Milwaukee a couple’s babysitting plan ends with their son earning overtime pay. A London disturbance scatters steel bearings and glass marbles as police lose footing.
A historic New Year menu recounts wassail rituals at Henry VII's court with elaborate foods and a modern buffet plan. The menu lists dishes such as creamed turkey, snow pudding, cherry sauce, festive sandwich loaf, and spiced apple juice, with service ideas and garnishes.
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