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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jul 31, 1930
Page
4
Sir Henry Thornton President of the Canadian National Railways predicts a Western wheat crop near 400 million bushels this year noting good growing conditions. He compares last year’s 272 million bushels to 192? and warns against mistaking a storm for a cyclone while stressing smooth grain marketing.
The veteran player W Tilden captured the England singles title at age 37 in a masterly display, drawing wide attention for defeating a younger field. He credits tobacco and alcohol as factors in aging athletic performance but notes moderation and personal choice in his own routine. The commentary also discusses radio tuning troubles and the idea of proper adjustment to hear harmonious outcomes.
The Conservative party led by R. B. Bennett won the Dominion election, replacing Mackenzie King’s Liberal regime. While some question the shift, Bennett’s business acumen and leadership are viewed as guiding Canada forward, with King relinquishing front seat and taking a back seat as Bennett steers the country.
Halton County retained its Conservative majority amid some shifts. Dr. Anderson saw his margin shrink from 1026 to about a third less, with regional swings evident in Acton and Oakville. In Acton the margin dropped to 119, while Oakville fell from 535 to 141 as Mr. Waldbrook challenged the Doctor.
The column lists residents visiting relatives in Brooklyn and Muskoka, local patrols and contractors, and a Canada Ontario Library School exam winner. Names include Dorothy Wright, Margaret Lona, Norman Breep, Catharine, Betty, Roberts, G. Robern, A. B. Ashenhuret, and Wm. Whitaker. It mentions Oakville fire brigade planning a provincial demonstration and a motor trip to Kingston.
Burlington notes list mayor Holtby leading church services at Caledonia and Rev Murray Downey conducting at Freeman Mission. Residents Annis Gordon and families travel between Los Angeles, Hamilton, Huntsville and Cleveland. The Ohio exams, theatre plans, local sports, and garden party funds are reported with multiple visits and local mishaps noted.
A shipboard tale recalls a renowned tenor who vanished each night to sing in the engine room. On the final voyage a delegation follows the clues to find him near the machinery, strumming a guitar and entertaining the crew for hours, much to the crew’s amusement.
The Free Press inaugurated a new election time service with Bell Telephone Company cooperation. A pedal line in the office and a radio audience provided Dominion returns and aided inquiries, drawing a large crowd and showcasing the era’s modern facilities.
The Gazette discusses Acton Ontario and Acton England taxation disputes. It notes local councils pushing for uniform assessments with county averages, while questioning the committees powers and potential revaluation to address grievances.
Editorial notes discuss post election optimism and shifts in party support, urging personal effort over party promises. The piece highlights a lively election night with radios, local results, and community mood, and promotes improving Fairy Lake bathing facilities next Sunday.
A bank president, bald and prankful, notices Wash White cashing weekly checks and pretends to teach thrift. He suggests Wash save a third of his weekly pay with him, promising good interest. Wash replies with a wary, humorous jab about starting anew.
Peter visits Jobo’s place as rain begins. Mrs White offers Johnny a raincoat and Mrs White urges Mr White to let Johnny stay for supper, saying his mother would do more to help.
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