Why Westinghouse Chose Stratford for a New Plant
J M Thompson Westinghouse vice president explains decentralization benefits as a Stratford plant site is considered. Key factors include access to suppliers and customers, adequate skilled labor, stable labor relations, competitive labor rates, suitable housing, and good community relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stratford Chamber of Commerce
J. M. Thompson
Westinghouse
Stratford
Westinghouse Company
Keeping Old Industry as Vital as Welcoming New
The piece argues that towns should protect existing industry while pursuing new growth. It warns against neglecting established plants in the rush for new facilities and stresses equal treatment to maintain strong industrial relations and global competitiveness.
Not a Rocking Chair Says 91 Year Old Artist
The Pembroke Ontario Observer reflects on aging with columns about longevity and aging without doom. A 91 year old United States artist asks have you painted it yet and notes that people grow older by choice while traffic tolls rise without warnings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Bank
Canada
Colonel Anderson
United States Artists
Specials for Al in the United States 1956 calendar
The Chamber of Commerce estimates 322 special days and weeks in 1956 led by Odorless Decoration Week. Months feature topics from January tea and chips to August sandwich month and October various saves and laughs. Noting Easter Mother's Day and Father’s Day are absent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Chamber of Commerce
Canada
Flea-like mergers and the balance of power in industry
The piece warns that small ventures face pressure from large efficiency seekers as unions merge to form a bigger bloc. It questions the rise of mass management and potential for concentrated control, urging Canada to learn from Europe’s collapses and to consider laws against further mergers. It ponders who will survive when entities keep getting bigger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.F.L.C.1
A.F.L
C.1.o
Europe
Canada
Winter Gifts and 1956 Warder Hopes in Halton
The community notes expect Reeve Stan Allen of Georgetown to be Warder for Halton County in 1956 though final votes decide. Municipal leaders foresee a busy year ahead as new work begins and local stories warn about thefts of outdoor Christmas bulbs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stan Allen
Georgetown
Halton County
Modern Mystic Dr Frank Laubach Sees Literacy as World Strategy
Reverend G P Parson notes Dr Laubach as a Christian leader urging a new approach to combat Communist influence in Asia and Africa. Laubach touts a universal reading program teaching Bible literacy across ages with a chart method and “each one teach one” philosophy. He calls on Bible Societies to supply 20 million more Bibles annually to reach 30 million Christians with literacy and scripture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Laubach
Africa
Asia
Laubach
East
Jesus
The
Bible Societies of the World
Bible Societies urged mobilization for world literacy drive
Dr Laubach urged Christians to aid non Christian worlds, criticizing Communist spending and urging entry to closed areas. Dr A H ONeil said Christianity is a positive life, opposing totalitarianism. Bible Societies promote Bible access as the core tool amid weekly scripture readings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laubach
A. H. O'Neil
British and Foreign Bible Society
Canada
Society
Toronto
Goa
Bible Societies
Sign on wall at Chinese laundry prompts cautionary quip
A short proverb on a laundry wall warns businesspeople about credit. The sign reads You want credit, Me no give You get sore. Me give, You no pay, Me get sore. Better you get sore. It reflects distrust in extending credit.
Powerful mite and precision tools reshape radiation survey
Geiger counters now so sensitive they can be placed on a car seat to scan miles of roadside. Mining firms use aircraft for rapid aerial surveys spanning scores of square miles daily. Canadian paper mills produce fine stock for catalogues blotters cups wallpapers ticker tape blue prints stock certificates and even currency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Frost
Rockies
Baptismal Service and Evening Worship in Local Church
On Sunday January 5 1956 a baptismal service is set for 11.00 am followed by church school at 9.45 am and an evening service at 7.00 pm. The church invites a warm welcome and cites They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength.
Pastor Parsonage Listing for Ray H. Costerus at 115 Bower Ave
The notice identifies Ray H. Costerus linked to a pastor parsonage located at 115 Bower Avenue with contact by phone 206w. It presents a concise directory-style entry outlining residence and contact details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton
Ontario
Gordon Adams
Bower Avenue
George Elliott
Bower Ave
Ray H. Costerus
Sunday Services and Bible Study Announced
Sunday January 15 1956 schedule lists 10 00 a m Sunday School 11 00 a m Morning Worship 7 00 p m prayer meeting and Bible study at Hall Crewsions Corners Pastor Rev K Reid Cook St Telephone 640w entry concise and dated with local meeting details
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. ‘J. Reid
Cook “St
New Skating Rink Opens After Mild Winter
The Free Press reports skating begins tonight with a band present though warm weather delayed ice making until now. Jos. Brake earns praise for a Toronto prize, while Mrs. Charles T. Hill dies after a paralysis strike. Cyrus Kennedy stands trial for abducting a girl with others in a medicine show. Knowles and Halloway exit the plot. The Acton House opens to the public with neat premises and favorable travel remarks. Municipal Council creates Printing and a Wildlife Rebates committee. dog rebates discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos. Brake
Free Press Mec
Tor Ado
Toronto
Charles T. Hill
Chadwick
Cyrus Kennedy, Alias
Remsen
Georgetown
Rockwood
Kennedy
Guelph i
Knowles
Hespeler
Halloway
Acton House
Adam Rural League Opens With Close Rifles Win
The Adams Rural League opener on January 16, 1936 featured Lorne Rifles beating Lorne Farmers 3–2 in a tight first game. Everton routed Eden Mills 11–0 in the second match. A YMCA rowing machine gifted by Eric Smith gains popularity. LO.D.E. chapter holds monthly meeting at Mrs. P A Smith home with officers nominated. Acton Fall Fair 1936 officers listed. Young People skating party in Acton arena followed by refreshments at the church. Big Amateur Night in town halls with six prizes hosted by Junior Hockey Club. Rural Hockey League trophy to be held by W B Rumley donors attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adam Rural
Lorne Rifles
Lorne Farmers
Rifles
Everton
Eden Mills
Y.M.C.A
Eric Smith
Duke of Devonshire
Lo.d.e
P. A. Smith
W. W. Cooper
Acton
J. E. Pearen
J. M. McDonald
D. McDougall
J. J. Stewart
Geo. Somerville
R. L. Davidson
M. Symon
Cc. McKeown
D. D. Waldie
G. Woodhall
B. Johnston
Archie Kerr
R. J. Kerr
R. J. Ramshaw
H. I. G. Fraser
A. Swackhamer
W. B. Rumley
Wm. Gowdy
Rockwood
Acton Ontario Drs and Professionals Directory Entry
A dense listing of doctors dentists veterinarians lawyers accountants real estate brokers and service providers in Acton Ontario with addresses phone numbers office hours and some notes on services and schedules including a heated ambulance service and coach timetables for East and Westbound departures.
Transit Schedule Fragments for Georgetown and West Toronto
Fragmented timetable notes show daily and Sunday schedules for Georgetown and West Toronto routes. Entries list morning and evening times with exceptions and flyer stops, but many details appear garbled or partial.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Acton Free Press
Audit Bureau of Circulations
C.W. N.A
Ontario-Quebec
Avg .Cw.n.a
Post Office Department
Ottawa
Dills Printing and Publishing Co
Linsite
G. A. Dills
David R. Dills
James Dills
John Black
Business and Editorial Office
Pembroke
Ont
Parksville Qualicum
B.C
G. P. Parson
Quebec
United Church OF Canada
Presbyterian Church IN
Knox Church
Robert H. Armstrong
Anglican Church OF Canada
Nova Scotia
Sergy Wace
Mission Band
Crewson
Free Press
Professional Directory and
Travellers’ Guide
W. G. C. Kenney
Lymon Block
Mill St. E
Church St. E
D. A. Garrett
Willow and
River Sts
River Street
Robert D. Buckner
Wellington St
H. Leib
Corner Mill
Frederick Streets
E. L. Buchner
R.oy
Optometrist
F. G. Oakes
B.V. Sc
Veterinarian
Knox Ave
B. D. Young
B.V
Glas Young
D.V.M. Veterinary Surgeons _ Office
Brookville, Ontario
Milton TR
FL. Wright
Wilbur St
W. R. Bracken
R. .F. Bean Limited
C. F. Leatherland
Lever & Hoskin
Chartered Accountants
Main St. N
Victoria St. Brampton
M. E. Manderson
B.A
Mill St
Main St. S
Rumsey Funeral Home
Olive M. Lampard
T.C.M
RMT
St. Alban's
Park Ave
Guelpat
Phone
Gray Coach Lines
Sun. and,gHol
National Railways
Westheand
Satan Sidetrain
West Toronto
Oie Ae Eee
Rou Cna Lyer
Uelph
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