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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 19, 1952
Page
3
Editor team plans a two day trip with Halton farmers to Western Ontario farms and possible extension to a Northern Ontario gathering. The visit with Agri Cultural Representative J E Whitelock aims to strengthen farming ties and community outlook amid June travel.
A quirky proposal from the St Marys Journal Argus suggests letting property owners set their own assessments. If a buyer values it higher, the owner gains a grace period to raise the price. otherwise the property must be sold. The idea challenges the current land and property valuation system and invites debate.
Canadian Business reports a survey of shoppers showing most are 40 or older, with over half 47 or more. Shoppers average about 2.4 trips per week to food stores, spending roughly 60 dollars on Fridays and about 5.68 on Saturdays, with women spending 5.26 and men 4.66 on average. Buffalo stores reportedly accept Canadian money at par.
An editorial argues that Canada cannot afford broad retirement at 65 as health advances extend longevity. It cites economic strain and wasted potential from idle older adults, endorsing work for the able and targeted pensions for the unable. It notes age is less decisive than health and capability.
The piece argues that growing towns over 5000 population seek independence from county services, but cautions against separation until city status is achieved. It cites Halton county services, roadway costs, and taxes, noting the easy target of the county rate and urging public enlightenment before any move.
An editorial note admits a missed Father’s Day piece and expresses hope that fathers were not harmed by the omission. The brief comment reflects on editorial choices and accountability.
An editorial labels a contagious hunting fever called contagion fishing pox as not fatal and urges patients to fish often. The Georgetown Herald reports on Jionnie Doon’s weaving course at Homer Watsons home with 400 students housed in cabins. Oakville and Burlington consider secession from Halton while Halton Lipstick is launched in Oakville. The Mackenzie and Yukon are noted as major Northwest river systems.
Sunday services on June 22 1952 include 100 am Sunday School 11 am Divine Worship 1215 pm Bible Class and 7 pm Divine Worship. Dwight L Patterson pastor contact 2061. Week prayer meeting June 19 830 pm Bible study 930 am Sunday School 1130 am Morning Worship 700 pm Evening Service 15 p m Young People June 25 Mission Bind.
10 00 a.m Bible School None is too old or too young to share these refreshing times of Biblical instruction with us 11 00 a.m Restoration 730 pm Where Might I Find God The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon Him to truth Advance notice is given of a Daily Vacation Bible School to be held from July 7th to July 1 Mth For all boys and girls of school age there will be bright singing Bible stories contests and handwork Saskatchewan produces the greatest dollar value of farm field crops.
Church services listed for Trinity Sunday June 22 1952 followed by the Induction of Rev Ralph E F Price as Rector of St Alban's Acton and St John's Rockwood. Preacher Rev F John Bartlett of St Mark's Orangeville. Local doctors and veterinarians listed with offices, hours, and phone numbers. Also bus and rail schedules for Acton and nearby Georgetown Guelph regions.
Canadian coronation contingent arrives in London and is quartered in nine marquees at Alexandra Palace. Local events include a baseball match for Halton championship, a flag raising at the public school, and a grand Band Concert with performers from Acton Cornet Band. Also notes farm sale and local ads.
In 1932 Acton community life shows activity with a Bramesson Township reeve elected by 229 votes over Sims McLean after the death of Adam Wood. Local celebrations include Acton shopping festival success and Sunderland House band concerts. Also noted are garden party popularity and a sports setback for Acton Teint. Elizabeth Kitching dies at Limehouse at age 85.
While in Toronto High School Johnny Wayne and Frank Shuster began in a Boy Scout show. Their teamwork carried them from Varsity to the Army Show in Canada and overseas, then into radio after World War II.
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