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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 21, 1948
Page
4
A historical exhortation urges citizens to act as home town boosters. It argues that supporting local enterprises and services raises community well being and, in turn, personal prospects. The piece calls readers to join the momentum and contribute to collective improvement.
The piece notes Acton’s new cement road to the seventh line and an asphalt route to Rockwood, funded by Halton and Wellington Councils. It predicts Acton could adopt the slogan Acton Where the Good Roads Lead to and highlights ongoing improvements on connecting links and town streets.
Visitors praised recent park improvements near the new entrance and band stand. Officers McPherson and Mills kept the grounds tidy while the Lakeside Chapter of the ICCE donated permanent benches. A new skating rink and bathing facilities promise to expand the park’s role as a recreation center for town and countryside.
Examinations time is here and testing of the year’s work is now on. The results will show the pupil’s grasp of the tests and no final cram can make up for neglected work. If successful, prepare for greater opportunities. if not, reflect on mistakes and resolve not to repeat them next term.
Ontario pledges favorable energy conditions with electricity prices among the lowest. The Hydro-Electric Power Commission reports a surplus exceeding 23 million dollars, plus depreciation reserves and about 11 million in appreciation. Cash on hand 3,014,832 and 1,690,237 in bonds and investments. Low domestic rates drive widespread use in urban and rural areas.
The Toronto Globe writes that Mr. Hoover as Republican presidential nominee satisfies Americans and Canadians. It highlights his competence as Secretary of Commerce and knowledge of world affairs, especially the British Empire, noting the St. Lawrence project and that Al Smith is the likely Democratic challenger.
The Alliston Herald reflects on the county fair as a timeless American institution. It traces roots to Merrie England and Ireland while noting shifts from road races to modern exhibitions. The piece highlights displays of produce, livestock, and the social joy of reuniting with friends and family at the dusty amphitheatre.
The column surveys Canada’s 1927 motor vehicle totals worth about 375 million dollars and notes rising drunkenness convictions in Windsor. It cites British Columbia ag output reaching a record 76.0 million and critiques county ceremonial robes. It covers Canada’s 1927–28 trade rise and comments on gloves gifted to a County Judge. It adds wheat acreage growth and Canada’s export leadership, with a local note on Acton and Fergus incorporation plans.
Community news from Milton and surrounding towns reports visits, hospital updates, and school staff changes. Mr and Mrs Kenneth Agnew host Milton Lawn Downing Club. Mrs George Mumrley recovering after surgery. Miss Thelma Craig resigns from Milten Wah School teaching staff.
Misa Vern Campbellas returns to her Guelph post after a week with parents. Toronto visitors include Dr and Mrs McMnno and their daughter. Various families visit friends in Brampton Toronto and Cleveland. Hutchinson family stays in Brampton. W. Gray family returns from New York. James Wheeler advances a residence upgrade. Brennan Paving Co awarded ground improvement contract. project aims to level boulevards and enhance the village.
Dr Campbell Laidlaw of Ottawa spent the weekend with Dr and Miss McColl. B Kerwin of Clifford visited Mr Joseph Watson. Mrs A Ingram attended graduation exercises at Ontario Hospital London. George Robertson and P J Darber with Gordon Warber toured Tarpon Springs Florida by car. Castells and W C Anthony visited Highgate and Chatham. Georgetown golfers played Brampton Club members. J D Godfrey lectured in Montreal Cornwall on the coated paper industry. Mr and Mrs T Bummers Wilton leave Georgetown for North Bay, with best wishes from the community.
Oarville issued a building permit for a 4000 dollar brick residence on Reynolds Street with J A McDonald as contractor. Mrs Arthur Butler and her two children left Thursday for England for a three month visit. Ruth Dalley, daughter of Mr and Mrs George Dalley, underwent appendix operation at Hamilton General Hospital and is improving. Ex Mayor W E Meatherston attended divine services with Masonic brethren. Mrs W A Deane suffered a severe stroke and friends hope for recovery. W J Banford of the ninth ip Tra falgar has been at Toronto Hospital for treatment. The Clarkeon to Pisher's Corners middle road is re-instated in County Road System. Mrs C W Menelllery from Minneapolis will spend the summer here. George Conte M P for Macleod was in town, then left for the west. Ottawa Parliament closed. hundreds of cribs to be sunk in the west harbor project completed.
An old advertisement touts a surgeon prescribed eczema cure claimed to heal open sores quickly. It promises relief from itching and drying of skin conditions like barber’s itch and salt crusts, urging purchase of Moone's Emerata from B J Hascard.
In Ashtabula County a boy named Evan combats a wolf pack after venturing to fetch tools. He builds a shelter from ice and uses an axe to fend off the wolves, with dawn revealing six dead wolves and pelts sold for $120. The piece also touts Dr Thomas Electric Oil’s long market success.
Burlington notes report visiting doctors at Toronto conferences. Local residents host relatives from Ontario and attend university graduation. A social mixer at Lowville lodge drew over two hundred attendees. An engagement between Vercele Tharpe and Dr. James G Walker is announced for late June. Theft: two Korea power gasoline engines were stolen from Virtue Motors at the O N R station yard. police are investigating.
A midsection vesture features a two piece circular skirt with godets and a long waist. Suede buckle holds the clouse in, with deep V lower sections and a bias collar shaping the ova neck. Merlin size requires 234 yards 39 inch dark and 1 1/2 yards 19 inch light material.
This feature highlights Georgian Bay’s chain of thirty thousand islands as a top Canadian fishing and holiday destination. It promises prime sport with muskellunge, lake trout, and paddling for campers and anglers, noting a five hour train ride from Toronto and available cottages and hotels.
Dr Thomas Eclectrics Oil recommended for internal and external use to relieve catarrh. Sufferers report prompt relief and many testimonials cite its effectiveness in treating the ailment.
Millions of Canadians prefer Red Rose Tan to any other tea due to finer flavor and purity. Aluminum packaging protects the tea from dust and maintains quality.
An unclear text fragment outlines job tasks and tools with scattered terms like welding battery and culture, mentioning places or names such as Whelnu and Weiteor. It reads as a garbled notice or catalog entry with no coherent event, dates, or identifiable entities.
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