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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 03, 1957
Page
2
A damaged OCR shows the Acton Free Press imprint with publication details and staff roles. The issue lists the Thursday date January 3rd and references offices in Ottawa and Canada, pricing, and circulation notes amid transcription errors.
A reminiscence on automation's rise in the printing field from hand setting to Linotype, noting workers gaining pay and employment while hours shrink. The piece argues unions hinder progress, cites CPR diesel staffing and car industry automation, and calls for broader cooperation and improved sidewalk safety for pedestrians.
A heartfelt New Year note from the Free Press editor in Acton thanks readers and staff for 1956. The message pledges to continue quality hometown coverage in 1957 and to strive for the best possible newspaper for Acton and district.
In late 1956 Acton faced severe fires amid record cold. Fire brigades from Acton and Georgetown battled blazes with pumpers hampered by subzero temperatures. Mutual aid from Halton and neighboring towns arrived as repairs and mobilization progressed, underscoring the push to speed up Acton’s new fire hall construction once weather allows.
The fielding of popular magazines Colliers and Woman's Home Companion faces crowding and cost pressures as circulation gains fail to cover higher production costs. A prominent TV performer withdraws after losing about $90,000 on three recent shows. The newspaper notes the Audit Bureau of Circulations provides verified readership proof, aiding advertisers in local and national markets.
An editor notes a failed verse from last week and shifts to prose to express thoughts. The team admits discouragement and vows to proceed with clear prose despite the prior misstep.
A nostalgic diary piece recounts a holiday at Ginger Farm with family warmth despite a faulty TV and a baking mishap. It notes cousins, a Dutch neighbor, and a tense Ontario feud, ending with festive cheer and plans for New Year quiet.
Sunday service notes for United Church of Canada Anglican and Presbyterian churches in Acton Ontario. Includes Holy Communion times at St Albans and Knox Church, church-school schedules, and evening services. Mentions local teachers attending Ontario Public School Men Teachers Federation assembly in Toronto December 27 29. Obscure items reference works department and candy cream usage in Canada.
New Year results show Heeve Swackhamer elected by acclamation as reeve. three council candidates qualified. Reports cover church planning, population projections, nearby property sale, and local clergy John Little’s death. Also notes on school staff, a theatre week, and town social events.
A dense directory listing Acton Ont businesses and professionals. Includes physicians surgeons dentists veterinarians optometrists notaries accountants insurance agents and travel coach schedules with contact details and hours.
Fragmentary timetable item shows multiple routes with daily and Sunday services. Mentions Ntandaye-Tiese Easthound Bobs Antal Ball and Bally etests with varied times such as 6.40 daily and 9.03 am and 10.1 pm. Indicates special Saturday and Sunday limits and bus connections.
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