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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 27, 1930
Page
3
An editorial argues enforcing Liquor Control Act parallels Ontario Temperance Act. It supports requiring parental consent for permits and strict vendor oversight to curb underage drinking, noting recent trends toward prohibition-era attitudes and call for firm, but not ruinous, measures.
Toronto completes major railway upgrade with a 7 million dollar new station building opened by the Prince of Wales on August 6 1927. Six viaduct tracks now in use with plans for twelve by year end to handle over 200 daily trains. City shares include about 7.5 million for the viaduct and 3 million for ten subways and a harbor front bridge.
The Acton community recalls John C Hill as a paragon of selfless service and integrity. He devoted himself to local organizations, notably guiding the band, sacrificing money and time to keep groups together and thriving. His honest industry and quiet leadership leave a lasting example for neighbors and friends.
Official figures from the election office at the Department Building show the Conservative Government with a majority of 417 004 votes in the provincial contest held in October A. A total of 101 451 votes were cast. Conservatives led in most districts while Liberals and independents trailed. The 1885 section totals put Conservatives at 641 314 and Liberals at 100 545. The article notes climatic conditions reduced grain yields across Canada, with wheat at about 200 250 002 bushels and a total crop near 282 836 400 bushels, down from the prior year, reflecting farmers facing a difficult harvest season.
The provincial business mood is down across Ontario with overall wholesale volumes and collections lagging. Furniture makers report weaker orders, packing and canning sectors show poor domestic activity, and exports are light. building trades reduce demand for electrical, plumbing, and lumber products.
Ontario's Liquor Control Commission reported 1920 revenue of 57 520 07 85 from intoxicants, up 8 534 300 over 1928. Wine sales abroad and to other provinces totaled 1 108 258 and 60 727 outside Canada, while spirits dominated revenue. Expenditures included 52 268 503 01 for hard liquor, 3 237 444 50 for wine, and 2 120 430 80 for beer, with payroll at 1 721 422 19 and 146 staff.
Editorial notes reflect on new car license plates and northern Ontario development spending proposed to rise to 10 million dollars. Other items discuss Canada investments abroad, a Senate appointment affecting dress perceptions, and university ice sweeping experiments in Saskatchewan.
The article reviews John the Baptist's doubt in prison and Jesus' miracles as proof of the Coming One. It stresses faith over finite wisdom, the authority vested in Jesus, and the call to follow him without hesitation, even amid trials, to enter God's kingdom.
Local page reports social events and visits across small towns including Windsor London to Toronto connections. Entries mention church entertainments at Kavox Preubylerdan and family visits by Mr and Mrs Mddde of Toronto, Mildred Mell in Toronto University, and D A Dlewart family time with relatives.
Acton resident Milton Mixa Mun Lindway visited Mrs. Cl. Brownridge and Mira Allen Centnor in Georgetown with social calls. Nearly 100 Milton and Mabriot residents attended a banquet by the Millan, Tual eat Men's Association and Pout 6. 1. ECR in Pown Wall. Ottawa parliament opening reported. Judge Keilor was tooatmuat. A sinkhole incident and a fire at the Post Office chimney caused roof damage but limited.
An early 20th century health ad touts a liniment that soothes sore joints quickly by topical rubbing. It claims deep skin penetration to relieve inflammation and stiffness, promising rapid relief and guaranteed results with a single application.
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