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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 05, 1911
Page
2
The Acton Free Press notes local option votes facing Brampton and nearby towns, detailing campaigns by temperance forces and opposition by opponents. It questions government plans to reinstate licenses and mentions Brampton, Ontario, and regional figures like St. Hpence Walls and Drdopton.
Local option by law support grew in some Ontario municipalities and fell in others with 23 votes in favor and 2 against, while many towns and townships recorded defeats. Several communities favored repeal or opposed local option, with named places across towns and villages showing varied outcomes. A wedding announcement follows from Muirview, detailing the marriage of Miss Altkin to Mr. Mallon with traditional ceremonies and festivities.
A detailed report from Acton during local option discourse reveals sharp exchanges between factions. Citizens, merchants, and officials contest evidence and motives, with calls for truth and restraint amid accusations of bias and misrepresentation.
In Acton a heated Local Option issue prompts criticism of reporters and clergy while officials discuss the effect on morals and town welfare. Allegations of bias, calls for broader testimony, and questions about liquor influence dominate a tense community conversation.
A long article outlines honors for Acton natives tied to a proposed cross country railway extending from Ontario to Vancouver. It notes key officials, corporate chairs, and provincial negotiations with Alberta and Saskatchewan while mentioning related railway ventures and potential provincial expansions. It also highlights holiday tourism spots and regional development funding requests ahead of the next legislative session.
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