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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 15, 1961
Page
9
Editorial notes vandalism at the Pioneer Cemetery where stones toppled, including the tribute to cairn workers. The site, used 1830 to 1885 near Knox Church, honors pioneers like Rev. Zenas Adams. Calls for better police patrols as stones are reset and care by local volunteers praised.
The piece traces Father’s Day from its 1910 Spokane origins to its spread worldwide. It contrasts patriarchal norms worldwide including Palau Sumatra India Sudan and biblical and ancient practices with the modern holiday honoring fathers on the third Sunday in June.
A Canadian observer notes the rise of pro Canadianism in the past year and warns against viewing it as anti American. He urges clear communication with the United States and Britain to maintain a respectful, independent national stance. He stresses Canada’s long friendship with the U.S. and the importance of explaining policy choices without yielding to outside pressure.
A editorial notes wide variance in municipal pay from $12 to $4,000 for mayors and council members across towns like Georgetown Burlington Trafalgar Oakville Milton Acton. It questions if rising fees erode community pride driving public service and warns against fee increases replacing civic motivation.
A fragmented essay contrasts Mother's Day with other holidays, criticizing commercial pressure to buy gifts. It notes the shift in advertising and debt for mothers, and asserts North American norms differ from Europe and Asia where women play a supporting role, concluding with observations on househead dynamics in the United States.
Essay argues women gained independence due to pioneer life and wars, pushing them into roles as decision makers and providers. It notes shifts from homemaker to public figures, including smoking and politics, while fathers become distant providers. The piece frames changes as inevitable and critiques consumer culture.
The piece recalls a grandmother’s garden with blooms like roses peonies and sweet peas as a nostalgic backdrop. It notes community center plans moving forward though costs exceed four times the original, with attention turning to park developments and upcoming DONS activities.
Two men debated the candidate's address noting one asked if it carried enough fire. The other quipped the issue was not enough of the speech hit the fire.
During a council meeting a resolution was endorsed to supply cement and sand for a cement floor in the fire hall under supervision of the municipal officer and fire committee chair. A fence along Fairy Lake will be installed to prevent children from wandering to the water edge. Pilot Fred Turner was honored by Queen Elizabeth after a site arrival. Gordon Currie fractured an ankle during a game with Storey Glove. Dr. F I Oakes purchased a Knox Ave brick home and will move soon. Lakeside Chapter I C D E picnic honored Hazel Belt and Mary Jackson. Jackson, a bride elect, thanked gifts and hoped to be back from Acton soon. Russell Gregory and son Leslie purchased the Capitol theatre in Brampton, expanding the Gregory chain. Thieves struck Whitham’s Garage on Young St, taking tires. two garages in Acton remain targeted as incidents rise.
In 1911 notes, Guelph defeats Acton 240 to 0 in a Saturday park game with two penalties shaping the edge. Citizens warned again about naked bathing at Fairy Lake, with action before the magistrate. John M. Warren subdivision survey completed. new lots planned within corporation limits. Mill St extension to third line opens after hay harvest. dam repairs and bridge raise planned. Charlie Caswell returns a found purse to E S Rice earning reward. Education board notes resignations of Miss Daisy Nicklin and Miss Ena Pearson and plans to hire at annual salaries of 408.
Bria da B A Barrister Solicitor Notary Public lists office addresses at 173 Main St Acton Ontario and 15 Cork St EZ Guelph with phone numbers and hours including 6 to 9 pm weekdays and 1 to 9 pm Saturdays.
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