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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jul 21, 1927

Page

4

Local Tenements Near Completion Amid Civic Notices

The article reports new houses on Hrock Street and Night Dr near completion with nearby repairs on Agnea Street. It mentions fines for a parent’s neglect, a lawn social by the Epworth League, and council actions including health measures and a street-improvement plan.

Adam Stewart Aula Pyedertek Street Moyiuture Agnea Street St. Cathemy Epworth League Myr Main Street Board of Health Ader Sean

Destruction and odd finds in Plaindeld ruin

A dps wreck at Plaindeld leaves interior collapsed after a fire or blast. A local clerk inspects debris and notes objects and furniture damaged or destroyed. Claims of dangerous worm powder products and a long history of use raise questions about safety and the impact on residents.

Plaindeld Ulaconsa Hymer Anatta Antope Atari

Depends on the Viewpoint Hydro Power in Ontario

Acton residents praise Hydro power and public ownership in a Western Ontario context. An Alliston editorial argues larger centers benefit while Acton stresses lower rates and local gains. The town notes a $2000 surplus from Hydro last week and a history of steadily decreasing power costs.

Midrence Alabama Ontario Aliston Herald Alliston Hydro Acton

Acton Benefits From Cooperative Effort In Monument Works

A local reconciliation shows the Creber Wholesale Monuments Works securing in Acton through strong Chamber of Commerce leadership. The council and citizens share credit for a large project, highlighting a community spirit that drives ongoing local factory growth and town advancement.

Acton Creber Chamber of Commerce

Editorial Notes Reflect Weekend Accidents And Dominion Surprises

Editorial notes condemn weekend accidents amid Ferguson speed limits and drinking allowances while praising Acton building activity. Toronto bound opinions contrast Canada's economic surplus with Britain and the U S, and Fred Anderson urges retailers to invest 2 percent of gross receipts in advertising for success.

Canada Great Britain United States National

Community Visitors Share News Across Ottawa and Nearby

Dr Campbell Latilaw of Ottawa spent a weekend visiting Mr and Mrs Fred Moevinon. Mr Heglacht Cheausr of Nodhauter visited the home of Mr and Mrs Vi McDonald. Miss Carcle Nuckbaw left teaching at Gourgetown Public School for a trip along the St Lawrence. Hav. F T Wanehaw taught at Port Hope for a week. Mrs Eliott and her daughter left Quebec for their former home near Blase. Mr and Mrs E Loua Meaytwell of Pittshore visited Mr and Mrs W C Keptedy.

Campbell Latilaw Ottawa Rey Mine McColl Codie Caporal Fred Moevinon Heglacht Cheausr Nodhauter Vi McDonald Mia Carcle Hummer Eliott McAllinter Blase Loula Meaytwell Pittshore Grorretown Teralt Hulph Thompuar Winituor Hha Brampton Torter Toronto George Wilson Sunley Lacombe Alberta Chilliwack Mr. Stewart Portland Oregon Mra EL. Cromby D. ScDougall Kathryn Moosr Jaw Souk Dave McMillan Belfountain Caledon Indem

Community notes from Milton and surrounds mixed visits

Local residents from Milton to Caledon and surrounding towns share weekend visits and travels. Families like the Coles and Cookes host guests from Rockland and Brampton while others such as the Wilsons and McDougalls visit relatives in Ontario and Alberta. Community meetings discuss street improvements and dust control using calcium chlorign, with updates on local schooling, sports supervision, and upcoming Georgian Day plans at Killarney.

Local notices and visitors mark a summer schedule

Burlington notes and visitors fill town pages with travel, reunions, and civic events. Attendees include Mr and Mrs Dan Barrett and daughter Alice in town for holidays. Capt James Johnson visits from Budbury. Me Martyn Cole and wife return to New York. L O Ly and L O S A members attend Hamilton and Guelph celebrations. a severe wind storm causes minor disruption. Mrs Colly Campbell of Winnipesdon claims a trophy in memory of Dr Ancon Wyck of Palering.

Offa Dan Barrett Alice Janes Johnson Budbury New York Teesday L. O. Ly Hamilton Guelph Shay Elet Conmala Gaxalfa

Trainside Meeting Between Two Girls Reveals Hidden Homes

On a crowded train platform two girls share a carriage moment that exposes contrasts in wealth and family. A brown eyed girl, speaking softly, reveals her loneliness and longing for a home, while the richer girl treasures candy and roses she’s received.

Wurprine Rat Rane Emily Ome Ale Aho

Honest Smuggler John Carter of Beyania Legend

A tale from western England recalls the cave and trade routes of Prosia Cove and the smuggling world. John Carter, famed as the King of Beyania, earned a reputation for honesty by delivering cargo and never stealing. His exploits include repelling excise officers and a daring stunt to alarm bluejackets with peppered shot, leaving a lasting local legend.

Thales England Brurelera Aelals Fowry G.I. Mowbray Wind Prunus Cove Aml Polperra Staha Dar samupGlera John Carter Hio Beyania Ypongance France Penzanca Tenrince Prussia John Carter Kent Hia Wally’é Hhia

Smiles Eloping Dridet Telegram Exchange

A garbled telegram style exchange shows a father admonishing and a groom eager about elopement. The dialogue hints at family approval or disapproval and a cake reference, with miscued spelling suggesting a strained attempt at conversation.

Fragmentary radio chat as readers debate books and tunes

Fragments show a discussion about reading a book and listening to radio music. The speakers express confusion and mention seeking help to calm the mind during the exchange.

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