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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 15, 1919
Page
2
The text notes government plans to deport Bolshevik opponents and urges coalition during reconstruction. It reports Michigan becoming the 30th state to ratify a federal prohibition amendment, with only six more states needed. It critiques county bridge projects as financially wasteful and burdensome, voiced by Milton Reformer.
Local visits from Mrs Lackie and Mrs Britton of London noted. O T McKay visits Owen Sound. Bir Chas Watson recovering from a broken arm. Agricultural Society to hold a meeting in Georgetown Council Chamber on Monday. Skating rink plans discussed amid Dominion Day concerns. S.W. Mexia arrives from Regina after army discharge. Julian Kyle back from St Paul in aviator gear. Gakville visitors include Mr and Mrs Ford of Chicago. Many notes on residents, church services, and local events.
Reports from Akilitia Department indicate British troops may withdraw from Siberia, with Acton dressers in the expedition likely welcomed home. Sapper Albert Rudman of the 153 Mattallon arrives to his brother’s home in Christina, recounting frontline experiences including gas exposure and wound stripes. Private J. Watson, stationed with the army of occupation in Germany, sends thanks for a gift box from Epworth League and notes feeling well. Gilbertson plants near Eden and Alepa Iola prepare logs for Duncan Campbell of Moffat.
The new council in Halton town held its inaugural meetings with praise for an experienced clerk and treasurer. They debated salaries and duties, approved finance accounts, and discussed support for Salvation Army relief and local patriotic campaigns. A new committee was formed for rink management and a reception plan for returning soldiers was set for next week.
The council advertised for applicants to fill the cleric and treasurer positions but delays due to promises and notables. Mr Hynds was considered the best available but voting paused after Dr Oray’s absence, with decisions postponed to a later meeting.
The members elect of the Council for 1919 assembled at 11 oclock Monday, took their declaration of office and vacated. George Barber Oliver Dr Grey Captain Beardmore John Lelahman Jeremiah Well were named councillors. Beardmore and Lelahman were chosen to strike the standing committees. Finance chaired by Dr Gray with Beardmore and five others. Fire and Health with Beardmore and Ball. Streets and Walks with Ball and Lejahman. Town Hall with Beardmore and Gray. Park with Selahman and Well. The cemetery committee includes the whole council. An auditor of accounts for the year was appointed and remuneration set at 17.00 each for George Halvik and Murray McDonald. The clerk will renew the accident policy costing 147.60 per year and obtain a policy for accident coverage from the electric system at 26 per year. Council adjourned to 8 p.m.
The 1919 County Council members named include Acton George Barber Reeve Burlington Hughes Cleaver Graham Deputy Reeve Georgetown Major L Grant Reeve Milton J F Little Reeve Oakville Geo Hillmer Reeve A S Forner Deputy Reeve Esqueaing J L Standish Reeve John Elliott Deputy Reeve Nassagawiya James W Motat Reeve Nelson Chan Readhoalteave W A Irving Deputy Reeve Trafalgar W H Morden Toovei Dr Johnatane Deputy Reeve. Fourteen elected. those not returning include Barber Grant Elliott Johnstone and H Graham. Initial meeting set for Tuesday 28th. Warden election expected, with Little of Milton a likely candidate.
The notice lists stock and implements sales and listings for multiple dates. Names mentioned include Robert Fish, G D Mardy, W H Mil, Wm Thomp son, and R J Kerr with locations in Erin Mimoga Esquesing Acton and Dublin School.
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