This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 16, 1928
Page
3
Attorney General Price outlines that councils elected December 5 may keep office if sworn in February 6 and proceed with organizing. The move aims to spare municipalities from new elections after many failed to take the oath, with legislation to confirm acts and urban governance.
The county council faces higher highway maintenance costs as provincial funding shifts burdens upward. Last year’s county tax increase follows the rise, with a projected doubling of road upkeep costs to about forty two thousand dollars this year. Ratepayers accept small boosts when visible improvements accompany the spend, but rising charges without clear gains provoke unease.
A letter argues Toronto should not be favored for a new customs house. It says rural offices are capable and that savings should come from rural centers, not urban expansion. The writer notes plans to modernize Toronto facilities while rural quarters already exist and urges cost cuts across the line.
Montreal voices alarm at illicit liquor sales under government control amid rising arrests in 1927. Alderman Desroches warns of blind pig dens and calls penalties up to 100 dollars with imprisonment for nonpayment. Halton County moves to shift indigent hospital bill funding from county to municipalities amid concerns over oversight and fairness.
The Georgetown Herald reflects on the idea that wrongdoing harms the doer more than the victim. It cites the enduring principle of retribution, noting changes in moral laws yet asserting that divine payback persists. It questions the fate of cheats, frauds, and dishonest fortunes.
The Hollinger Mine tragedy in Ontario marks the worst mining accident in the province and the northern fields. Officials and miners showed heroism aiding trapped workers while the public expresses sympathy for the bereaved across the province.
Editorial notes highlight the Chamber of Commerce's quiet support for Acton and area, and reference the Milton Champion quoting the Georgetown Herald. Ontario's beer by the glass motion is described as doomed, with provinces and health departments discussing mortality and motherhood guidance. Prohibition remains likely through the next presidential term amid remarks from Governor Smith and Collier's Weekly.
The article discusses Jesus calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee featured in Mark 4 36 41. It notes the geography the demon possessed man in Gerasa and the call to testify what the Lord has done. It presents themes of nature s power inner turmoil and Jesus authority over storms.
An old remedy markets its wide range of uses from rheumatism to sore throat and sciatica. It claims healing powers for humans and horses, with grand claims of curing thousands over many years.
February notes report price drops in Guelph and marbles at home games in Milton. D. A. Dickson installs a new gasoline engine in his wood yard. Acton hockey loses 9 0 in Milton. Local petitions urge liquor reform while temperance groups press for abolition. Robert Sprow wins heat sampling prize. A church pulpit visit by Bradshaw occurs. A snow shed collapse at Disciples' Church is noted. St George agent transitions add to railroad personnel. Fancy dress carnival prizes awarded. Roads improve after thaw. Miss Jean Hudds wins costume prize. others place. Several residents travel to Toronto for Mendelssohn concert. Henry Atkinson dies in Acton aged 61. Byron Thompson dies in Erin. Liberal convention selects Warren as Segislature candidate.
Mr. Spalding Hluck of the Saluda Tea Co explains how Orange Pekoe originated from Chinese silver tipped leaves called pak ho and how Ceylon and Indian leaves gained an orange tint. He warns buyers about differing qualities and stresses sealed air tight packaging to preserve freshness and purity in Canadian tea markets.
The Ontario Division of the Canadian Red Cross Society held its annual meeting at 410 Sherbourne Street to approve a budget of 10 194.15 for Outpost Hospitals in Ontario. The report highlights care across remote districts with 336 young mothers attended and 1 144 patients treated in homes, plus 23 022 hospital days and 4 212 children inspected. A hospital van opened at Coe Hill Hastings County as the service expands to aid scattered settlements, with surveys under way to identify needs in other districts. The piece notes remote nursing by horse, dog sled, or plane and reflects on the broader wartime relief parallels and ongoing medical support efforts.
Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered words about a daily newspaper with Sunday exemptions. No clear event, person, or organization is identifiable to summarize a coherent news item.
An old advertisement promotes gas relief and indigestion help using magnesia products and powders. It claims quick relief after taking small doses and promises improved stomach comfort and digestion. The wording reflects a period style with phonetic spellings and branding.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.