Getting a New Industry to Stratford Chamber of Commerce
J. M. Thompson of Westinghouse explains why the firm chose Stratford for a new plant. Decentralization aids large industries. key factors include access to suppliers and customers, labor supply and skills, stable labor relations, competitive wages, suitable housing, and good community relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stratford Chamber of Commerce
J. M. Thompson
Westinghouse
Stratford
Westinghouse Company
Keeping Old Industry Vital for New and Existing Employers
The piece argues that towns should balance attracting new industry with supporting long established firms. It warns against neglecting current industries in the rush for growth and notes inducements for new plants can undermine existing employers. Strong industrial relations require equal treatment and active, ongoing engagement.
Growing old successfully in a wary world
Pembroke Ontario Observer notes a shift in attitude toward aging with longer life expectancy in Canada. It reflects on aging themes in a Royal Bank monthly letter and various articles, ending with Col. Anderson’s quip about painting the picture yet to come. It cautions about road dangers while acknowledging growing numbers of older readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Bank
Canada
Colonel Anderson
United States Artists
Special Days and Weeks Planned Across United States in 1956
The Chamber of Commerce estimates 322 special days and weeks next year starting with Odorless Decoration Week. Months list varied observances from January crochet and potato chips to December Prosperity Week, with many themed weeks across foods, pets, clothing, and humor. Canada trails slightly behind in this observance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Chamber of Commerce
Canada
Bigger groups loom as unions fuse intrend of control
The piece discusses merging trends in industry and labor, noting AFL CIO formation from 109 AFL unions and 32 CIO unions. It warns of mass management concentrating power, potential dictatorship risks, and calls for vigilance against mergers shaping the economy and society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.F.L.C.1
A.F.L
C.1.o
Europe
Canada
Winter Gifts and Local Politicking Hint At Busy Year
A weathered note shows winter gifts and calendars hung for taste as communities prepare for a busy year. Rumor suggests Reeve Stan Allen of Georgetown may head Halton County for 1956, though final votes remain uncertain. Hoodlums beware as stern talk emerges on crime. Parksville Qualicum reports outdoor Christmas lights stolen, a petty theft noted with disappointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stan Allen
Georgetown
Halton County
Read Then Teach One Man Gospel Literacy Mission
Rev G P Parson describes Frank Laubach as a modern mystic and apostle to the millions. Laubach urges a new Christian strategy to spread literacy and Bible reading in Asia and Africa to counter communism by 1956. He teaches all ages using a chart method and calls for 20 million Bibles annually to reach 30 million Christians.
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Frank Laubach
Africa
Asia
Laubach
East
Jesus
The
Bible Societies of the World
Bible Society urged global effort against communism
Dr Laubach cites millions spent by communists while Christians must aid non Christian nations. Dr O Neil discusses Christianity as positive life, not anti ideology, stressing Bible access for world literacy. Readings for the week include passages from Matthew.
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Laubach
A. H. O'Neil
British and Foreign Bible Society
Canada
Society
Toronto
Goa
Bible Societies
Businesswise signs warn against credit copying
A short humorous note contemplates business men tempted to imitate a wall card in a Chinese laundry that outlines a cheeky credit dispute: You want credit, I won’t give you credit. You don’t pay, I’ll get sore. Better you get sore. The cartoonish refrain plays on bargaining and collect debt in a playful way.
Powerful Mite Probes Atomic Waste from Roadside Surveys
Geiger counters now highly sensitive enough to ride in a car and scan miles of roadside terrain. Mining firms deploy them in aircraft for broad aerial surveys covering large areas daily. Canadian paper products underwrite a wide array from catalogs to currency, including blotters wallets and wallpapers.
Baptismal and Evening Services Invite All
On Sunday January 5 1956 a baptismal service is scheduled at 11 00 am followed by church school at 9 45 am and an evening service at 7 00 pm A warm welcome awaits attendees and the theme They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength is cited as inspiration.
Church schedule and annual vestry meeting notice
This notice lists a church service and class times for Sunday including Holy Communion at 9 00 a m and Church School at 10 00 a m with awards for proficiency, Beginners and Choral Communion at 11 00 a m, Evening Prayer at 7 00 p m, and on Monday January 16 an 8 p m vestry meeting.
Pastor Parsonage at 115 Bower Ave Listed
Ray H. Costerus, pastor, is associated with the parsonage at 115 Bower Avenue and can be reached by phone at 206w.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Ontario
Gordon Adams
Bower Avenue
George Elliott
Bower Ave
Ray H. Costerus
Pastor Parsonage
Sunday services listed for January 15 1956 at Hall
Meeting in LOL Hall Crewson's Corners includes Pastor Rev K Reid. January 15 1956 schedule shows Sunday School at 10 00 a m Morning Worship at 11 00 a m prayer meeting and Bible study at 7 00 p m. Telephone 640w.
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Crewson
Rev
Reid
Cook “St
Siehaditg
Vic Eeday
Back in 1906 Free Press Skating Night and Local News
The Free Press reports a skating rink reopening tonight after mild weather delayed ice making. Jos B. Lake is praised for a top prize in a Toronto printers competition. Mrs. Charles T. Hill dies after a long illness. Cyrus Kennedy goes to trial for abducting a Rockwood girl under 16. The Acton House reopens with neat, attractive premises. Municipal Council creates a Printing Committee and considers legal and dog rebate committees.
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Jos. B. Lake
Free Press Mec
Tor
Toronto
Charles T. Hill
Chadwick
Cyrus Kennedy
Alias Remsen
Georgetown
Rockwood
Kennedy
Guelph
Knowles
Hespeler
Halloway
Acton House
Adam Rural League Opens With Rifles Victory
The 1936 Adam Rural League opened with Lorne Rifles defeating Lorne Farmers 8 to 2 in the first game while Everton overwhelmed Eden Mills 11 to 0 in the second. The issue also notes a YMCA rowing machine gift from Eric Smith, the Duke of Devonshire Chapter ICCE monthly meeting, 1936 Acton Fall Fair officer slate, a skating party by Acton and Rockwood United churches, and an amateur night in town halls with six prizes.
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Adam Rural
Lorne Rifles
Lorne Farmers
Rifles
Everton
Eden Mills
Y.M.C.A
Eric Smith
Duke of Devonshire
1.C.C.E
P. A. Smith
W. MW. Cooper
Acton
G. W. Murray
G. A. Dills
J. A. Mann
W. K. Graham
L. O
W. B. Rumley
Wm. Gowdy
Rockwood
Acton Professional Directory and Travellers' Guide
Directory listing doctors dentists lawyers veterinarians optometrists and other services in Acton Ontario and nearby areas. Includes office addresses phone numbers hours and travel times for coaches between Acton and surrounding towns.
Transit Schedule Fragments for Georgetown and West Toronto
Timetable fragments show daily services at Georgetown and West Toronto with varying times on Sundays and special notes. Other lines reference detrain ingers and flyers, with inconsistent spellings and times such as 6.40 am and 10.00 am noted for Sundays and weekdays.
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Sun
Georgetown
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FreeBrese
Audit Bureau of Circulations
C.W. N.A
Ontario-Quebec
Face Cw.n.a
Post Office Department
Ottawa
Dills Printing and Publishing Co. Limited
David R. Dills
James Dills
John Black
Pembroke
Ont
Parksville-Qualicum
B.C
Cen
Jack Frost
Rockies
G. P. Parson
Quebec
United Church OF Canada
Presbyterian Church IN
Knox Church
Robert H. Armstrong
Minteter
Anglican Church OF Canada
Nova Scotia
Mission Band
Free Press
Professional Directory and
Travellers’ Guide
W. G. C. Kenney
Symon Block
Mill St. E
Church St. E
D. A. Garrett
Camel of
Willow and River Sts
Entrance
River Street
Robert D. Buckner
Wellington St
Avos Buchanan
Leishman Block
Mill St
H. Leib
Corner Mill
Frederick Streets
E. L. Buchner
R.oy
Optometrist
Mill St.e
F. G. Oakes
B.V. Sc
Veterinarian
Knox Ave
B. D. Young
B.V. Sc Cc
L. Young
D.V.M. Veterinary Surgeons _ Office
Brookville, Ontario
Milton TR
FS L. Wright
Wilbur St
W. R. Bracken
R. .F. Bean Limited
C. F. Leatherland
Leaver & Hoskin
Mants
Victoria St
M. E. Manderson
B.A
Main St. S
Rumsey Funeral Home
Olive M. Lampard
T.G.M
R.M.T
Plano Acton
St. Alban’s
Park Ave
Guelpai
Gray Coach Lines
National Railways
Westheand
Guerns
Bane Brea Ly
Satan Us
Detrain Gers
West Toronto
Beyood Oy Ae Be
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