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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 05, 1930
Page
4
Statistics show liquor consumption rising under the Liquor Control Act, reversing temperance goals. Figures compare periods of prohibition and government sales, noting increased convictions for liquor-law breaches since the Act’s advent. Unofficial tallies suggest 1920 had record drunkenness convictions, with continued growth thereafter.
The Brampton experience mirrors other towns in losing Calder Company’s planned factory after costly by law processes. Ontario now restricts money loans and concessions to lure industry, reducing municipal debenture debt. Across the country empty factory buildings remain, though Acton reports all local factories occupied and providing employment.
A motor trip to Sundridge north of Huntville reveals Ontario’s vast northland being opened with new highway sections and surfaced roads. The journey contrasts farm belts near Burrie with rougher northern lands, noting welcoming attitudes to fishing and sparse signs, while highlighting rapid development and province wide opportunities.
The Burlington Gazette attacks provincial highway police funding as municipalities near the Shriners Convention bear traffic costs. It also condemns the Senate for rejecting a bill to publish race odds, arguing the chamber is out of touch and needs reform to serve the people.
An editorial notes federal subsidies to Canadian provinces since 1922 total about 140.34 million with Ontario and Quebec receiving the largest shares. Ontario alone gets over 32.5 million. other provinces show multi‑million subsidies. The piece also mentions pensions, unemployment relief, and general commentary on public spending and safety.
A Burlington list of brief items covers local happenings from Gravenhurst and Bobcaygeon. Mentions include Balak Wolen Pettit taking a position in Gravenhurst, Bird G McGregor holidaying at Bobcaygeon, Fred Jervin winning a water tower scraping and painting contract, and Mire Alex Forest visiting from Los Angeles. Also notes bridge reopenings, holiday gatherings, weather, teachers resignations, and an upcoming July 24 election in Heston between James Walbrook and Dr RK Anderson.
A fragmented Ottawa era recap notes Premier King and Tory control, with references to public funds and Ferguson supervision. It mentions a real estate intrigue, a Smoop Reformer building plan, Simcoe and Norfolk County appeals, and Pearce Publishing ownership alongside local business shifts and community growth.
Local notes report visits and outings by residents from Owen Hound Windsor Toronto Calgary and Chicago. Mentions include Mr and Mrs J W Kennedy hosting friends, Mrs Melt of Windsor visiting, and a Viator Conference attendee at Galt with Mrs Munley.
A miscellaneous local page notes visitors and residents around Comber. Wielding and Mina families host guests. Major Calverley returns from Kaypt, health improved. earnings at Woodbine, racing results. various residents spend weekends at cottages. new York bridge traffic and North Shore thoroughbred association news. annual Erin Ww business meeting held with officers elected.
A fragmentary Milton social list notes A Alderson of Wyoming visiting family and a Monday return. Merretts depart for England to visit kin. Islanders and Milton residents plan trips to Island and England, with several moves, visits, and an opening by The Crowley Engineering Company in Dundas. Clements and Anderson gain honors at Queen’s University as local ties and travel details pepper this cycle.
A fragmented dialogue style piece muses on cat sounds and insults in a Victorian era voice. It names George Warrington and Vallay Forge Marche, hinting at a travel scene with odd spellings and playful rhythm. The text resembles a humorous, puzzle like extract with scattered names and places.
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