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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jul 25, 1929
Page
4
Vacation time is observed as schools offices and factories close or slow with reduced staff. The author urges using part of vacation to prepare for a productive return to work rather than filling all time with amusement.
The notice urges every voter to inspect the Acton and Nassaganga township lists within three weeks of posting. Clerks strive for accuracy, but voters must verify their name and qualifications now or risk no vote on election day. Contact the municipal clerk to confirm proper recording.
An observer describes drivers on a highway between Acton and the seventh line corner ignoring the 35 mph limit, with several cars passing at what appears to be 40 mph. The piece notes the 25 mph lower limit is equally flouted and argues any higher limit would be ignored.
The article recounts ongoing tensions around a 1929 School Board meeting. The editor claims the meeting was not a Board event, lacked proper attendance, and was convened privately by the Inspector at the Continuation School. The Free Press editor again withdraws from covering, while promising disclosures by year end and asserting the public should judge.
The Acton team, though not league winners, displayed solid ball handling and sportsmanship. Local fans praise fair play and encourage continued practice to build a stronger squad for next year.
The Toronto Globe editorial notes the Hillmer appointment as Collector of Customs for Oakville, praising merit over politics yet warning of political influence. It argues civil service standards matter and hints at Premier Ferguson’s sporting influence affecting advertising in Halton County papers.
Editorial notes urge readers to share weekend road safety efforts to reduce accidents. They discuss novel luggage transport by campers, a 57 percent crop impact on Dominion prosperity, and the need to end bootlegging with improved enforcement. The piece also covers railway crossing safety, Canada US liquor trade, Toronto accident rates, and praises The Bulletin’s sixtieth volume under David Williams.
Caleb narrates Wilbur Raynes's century celebration visitors from New Jersey and Boston causing a tense clash in Edith's home. Two sets of cousins invade with comments on race and class while Edith and her mother clash with the guests. Wilbur remains hospitable, telling all to stay, while the house adapts to the uneasy mix of kin and visitors.
The Federal Council of Churches of America in Atlantic City examines church support via a two dollar annual per member average giving, about five cents weekly. Newark Evening News and The Evening News discuss religion’s role in public welfare and the value of religious influence on civic life.
Dr J A McNiven appears at Nesidenc Comer Mower Avenue and Elgin Utreat in this brief local notice. The item notes the location and likely services or offices connected to the doctor.
A compact collection of maxims urging firm personal stance while respecting others views. Notes on speaking at the right times and the value of silence in wisdom and self help.
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