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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 14, 1952
Page
2
The nation mourns the sudden death of King George VI and prepares for his funeral rites. He is remembered for duties taken up bravely, his health, family life, and steadfast leadership. The king’s legacy endures in history and in the hearts of his people as the nation mourns while also honoring his sixteen years as head of state.
Readers recall Queen Victoria as the national anthem shifts from God Save the Queen to a new form. The article notes the challenges for a young queen guiding a vast empire, with Canadians recalling her grace during a recent Dominion tour and wishes for strength, courage, and longevity in her task.
The article highlights a new retirement home in Milton Halton County designed to house seniors 65 and up funded by pensions as a guaranteed right. It notes this facility will ease aging with dignity and is a model for future Ontario county homes.
The article questions modern abstract art and cites Bob Mealess, a 17 year-old who submitted a cardboard piece to the Toronto Art Gallery curator for constructive criticism. It notes differing views on true art, with emphasis on realism and recognizable subjects over blobs and spray effects.
The council notes sewer work finished last year and restoration of streets, with pedestrians needing continued attention. Cameron Street residents long promised sidewalks, Mill Street blocks raised above water, and south section relaid. Frontage floods after rain, CNR tracks seen as long standing issue. Officials urge yearly programs and appropriations to improve streets and drainage.
Editorial reflects on the leap year extra day in February and celebrates Valentine’s Day. It notes improved support for care centers and the shift away from past popularity of those centers.
Halton weekly papers display black borders as communities react to King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. Local editorial pages recall past royal deaths while plans for Friday services remain hazy, with solemn sympathy evident across Acton Milton Oakville and surrounding towns.
Hon Leopold Macaulay announces the 1952 Canadian Red Cross objective as 5 222 000 dollars a 4.4 percent rise over 1951. He warns essential services could be curtailed if the goal is not met and notes increased peacetime commitments across all 10 divisions.
Sunday February 11 1939 morning Sunday School 10 am worship 11 am service 7 pm evening service all are welcome to attend at the church.
From the Free Press February 1902 a notice notes the funeral of Alexander Mann Flq at Fairview Cemetery after years of frail health but strong mind. It also mentions Dr. Robertson Milton appointed medical health officer at $1000 yearly and local notes on Lenten season, a glove works move to Grangetown, and various advertisements and local happenings.
Reports from Acton and surrounding towns cover a February 1932 thunderstorm, Abe Fair event remarks, Guelph Players Mardi Gras play at St Joseph's, and J M McDonald named Justice of the Peace. Acton hockey gains playoff berth after wins. Premier Bennett criticizes St Lawrence project. Obituary notes Ellen Williams of Acton.
A scrambled notice lists veterinary surgeons in Brookville Ontario, Chartered Accountants in Toronto, and real estate and insurance firms in Guelph and Acton. It calls for listings of farm properties from 50 to 300 acres and small holdings from 0.5 to 2.5 acres, under standard agency activity.
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