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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jul 29, 1926
Page
3
Acton Council revelations show clear need for a waterworks commission. Council lacks time for proper supervision while hydro electric operations succeed under a commission, and waterworks suffer due to haphazard oversight and unsatisfactory results.
Over a decade Ontario drowning figures average slightly over three hundred annually. Public belief that resuscitation requires mechanical gear persists, but evidence favors manual methods. The Hydro Electric Power Commission abandoned mechanical approaches and adopted the Industrial Accident Prevention Association method described in bulletin No. 64A. Copies available by applying to Excelsior Life Building, Toronto.
Letters from supporters in Iowa and Acton reveal strong public interest in a Perpetual Care plan for Fairview Cemetery. Funds and bequests, including a $100 promise and a $50 bequest, are pledged as plans develop for ongoing maintenance by an experienced seasonal supervisor.
Acton Municipal Council keeps the 1926 tax rate at four mills for all purposes, citing prudent economies and planned improvements. The report notes future revenue gains from waterworks adjustments and insurance rate reductions, with optimism for a tax cut next year if prudent administration continues. It also urges transferring waterworks oversight to a competent commission or merging with the Hydro system.
The piece argues that many people claim they have no time for reading study or acts of kindness. It asserts time is equal for all and urges using every week to move toward personal ambition. Those who blame lack of time should rethink their excuses.
The Municipal Council urges revision and publication of the town by laws. Reeve Mason notes the waterworks by law shows the need for printed, accessible provisions to inform citizens, councillors and officials and to potentially boost revenue.
The text argues Canada, Australia and South Africa possess vast lands in the temperate zone suitable for rural homes and agricultural manpower. It states overseas Dominions are under-populated while Britain and Europe face over-population, making rational white population distribution a central modern statesmanship issue.
Canada achieved a per capita trade surplus rivaling any nation with a total favorable balance of 401,134,405 dollars for the last fiscal year up from 116,705,299 dollars. Only 1918 matched this peak, at 662,637,214 dollars. Agricultural exports exceed 600 million, with grain products at 494,842,476 dollars and Western farm lands offering 25 million acres near railways priced 15 to 20 dollars per acre.
Nearly 1,000,000 young trees were planted on Norfolk waste land this year. About 300 farmers joined the tree planting bee and many met or exceeded their 3,500 tree quota, supplied free by the Forestry Station. The effort reclaimed waste land and shows what can be achieved by cooperative action across counties.
Town and Country Neighborhood notes that Knox Presbyterian Sunday School and prime hours Presbyterian Sunday School held their annual picnic at Eldorado Park on Friday. The report lists residents Mia Noble Jackie Miss Earl Scott and others returning home after two weeks in Detroit and visits to New York. The Toronto Limo Co. directors visited their plant recently and Mrs Gale returned to Toronto after a month with Mrs Newton.
Sunday School material surveys the Exodus crossing, Moses leadership under divine guidance, and the Israelites’ deliverance from Egypt. It frames faith, doubt, and the meaning of miracles, urging readers to recognize God’s hand in events and apply deliverance to personal life.
Two fine samples of fall wheat on exhibit in Milton include one from Harry Wills' farm in Esquesing measuring 5 feet 8 1/2 inches and another from Milton Brick Company farm at 6 feet 11 inches. The July meeting of St Pauls W S was hosted on the lawn by Mr and Mrs Abraham Stark. A lodge of the Sons of England Benefit Society will open in Milton on August 4. Frank gon, son of Mr and Mrs F L White, broke his left arm in a bicycle fall near home and was taken to Guelph General Hospital for X rays with Mrs White accompanying him.
The item lists residents and guests visiting Muskoka including Rev Dr Dickie and Mrs Dickie, Mr A Norrington and son, Mr and Mrs H H Mimms and family, and Mr E Coleman returning from Buffalo. It mentions Miss Annie Ryan being named principal at $1,600 salary and the U C C picnic at Prof McLaren’s home with wives invited.
Editorial notes report Collingwood faced a thirteenth bill of 13000 and rising rates while Acton shows surplus and rate reductions. Dominion statistics reveal per person bread, biscuits, candy, and ice cream consumption. Mentions of Ex Premier King’s tally of accomplishments and Conservative predictions for September 14, plus Liberal Progressive activity in Woodstock and nominations within Ontario papers.
Oakville residents handle roof work at Tempérance Hall and redecorations in the Town Clerk and Chief of Police offices. Notables include Dr. Th M. McBain visiting with his parents, and an Eastern Star tea and sale at the Masonic Hall. Fishing trips, a centennial Eaton picnic, and a drowning incident are also reported along with local Boyle family notices.
Recognised as a leading specific for the destruction of worms, Mother Graver Worm Exterminator has proven a boon to offspring everywhere. It seldom falls.
An experienced worker Sandy Mc Tavish joins an aviator on a test flight in a new machine. The Scot declines to enjoy the ride, preferring the ground. The tester jokes about topping the sop and a pistol threat is hinted but not carried out.
A fragmented note extols common household remedies for pain relief and sickness. It mentions Dr Thomas Eelestria On and Dr Th electric Ol as sources, claiming usefulness against rheumatic and sciatic pains sore throats coughs cuts and bruises.
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