Independent grocer runs Canada’s biggest food store
Ralph Kraft of Kitchener Ontario operates Hi Way Market the largest independent food store in Canada with 64 000 square feet planned later this year The store stays open to 10 p m and carries 40 percent of customers after 6 p m Kraft touts lower handling costs from on site warehouse space and argues independents can compete with chains without extra taxes or stamps
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Ralph Kraft
Kitchener
Ontario
Otters
Yoronto
Nng
Ont
Kraft
Wedlock Warnings from a Veteran of Domestic Battles
A veteran columnist offers humorous marriage survival tips focusing on warning signs, hidden scars, and strategic advice for men. He frames June weddings as a crisis turning point and urges readers to outmaneuver conflicts rather than fight. The piece blends personal anecdotes with mock military strategy.
Sugar and Spice and Deception in Guerrilla Tactics?
A jokey but sharp guide to manipulating relationships using flattery and surprise tactics. It jokes about spying on a partner, manipulating chores, gifts, and ultimatums, and ends with a warning to have an alibi and avoid exposing weak spots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Dominion Day Reflections Mark July First Anniversary
A Halfon newspaper from the 1840s praises the July First holiday as Canada’s birth day while noting restraint for American Independence Day visitors. It contrasts the quiet Dominion Day with future hopes, and hints at Canada’s centennial celebration in 1947 approaching with cautious pride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fima
Dominion
Canada
Opening of Upper Canada Village Falls Short of Hype
Readers visit the recreated 19th century village near Morrisburg amid cold winds and delays. Crowds found many buildings locked on opening day with crews occupying some sites, prompting visitors to return for full access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Upper Canada Village
Morrisburg
Upper Canada
I!s
Canned Entertainment Through Time and Change
A reflective piece traces home entertainment from phonographs to radio and TV, noting how cost and access shaped listening habits. It recalls community and street life around Frederik Street, the Wool Combing plant era, and hopes Acton’s return to work at local factories amid evolving media.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Philadelphia
Scout Campfire Brings Parents to Scout Mall
Despite chilly winds, parents join Scouts Guides and Cubs for a Friday evening campfire at the Scout Mall. Sparks fly as singing and skits unfold around the roaring blaze before everyone douses the last spark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scout Hall
Winidl Brosgnies
Scout Mall
Anud
Troma Hage
Fires, Narrow Escape, and Farewells in 1911 Gossip
A 1911 fire in a house at Esquesing looms large as neighbors fight the blaze but water shortages hindered efforts. John Leishman narrowly survives a pool hall accident in Guelph after falling from a window during a game. Local residents report fishing trips on the Nottawasaga River and farewells as Rev Anthitt ends his pastorate in Acton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Price
Tames
Shanes
George
John Leishman
Guelph
Sean
Leish- Tea
Weller
Messrs
C. C
Speight
Ww. Ranner
J. Sharp
Rod
McNabb
Nottawasaga
Shawne
Jawe
Dro
Mel
Antlift
Acton
Montreal
Anthitt
Methodist Church
Acton Community News Highlights 1941
Entrance exams show 33 of 34 passed marking a strong class size. New employees filled fall vacancies after a board meeting. Seven rooms to be painted and stair repairs planned at the Continuation School. Rev. G C Giffard preached in Acton before moving to Dresden. congregation honored him with a floor lamp. Fairy Lake attractions draw crowds in warm weather. Highway repairs advance on Route 25 between Acton and Milton. Lemonade sale for British War Victims Fund nets 6.40. Acton named a center for essential ministers loans. moderate income workers urged to apply for home loans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East
G. C. Giffard
Acton
Dresden
Tedehers
Shakies
Alt. Brown
Hean Jones
Acton Ontario Professionals Directory and Travel Guide
Directory of Acton Ontario professionals including doctors dentists lawyers and accountants with office hours and contact details. Listings cover Dr. D A Garrett Dr Robert D Buckner Dr H Leib Dr A J Buchanan Cle Leatherland A Braida FE Guelph and others with addresses Willow and Faver Streets Main Street Georgetown and more plus Gray Coach Lines schedules and routes.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Abriete
Phata
Rattler Castor
Sugar
Halfon
Chrysler Farm Battlefield Park
The
Acton Free Press
Dills Printing and Publishing Co. Ltd
Willow St
Audit Bureau of Circulations
C.W.N.A
Ontario Quebec
C.w.nla
United States
Post Office Department
Ottawa
G.A Dills
David R. Dills
Transmussiate
Itt
Sears
Pb Bayy
Joye
Oecnson
TP AM
Reguber
Lawrence Welk
Mat Acton
Forcmer
Frederik Street
Church Street
Acton Dailke
Fairy Lake
Department of Highways
Milton
Shirley McAline
Joye Derinie
Patsy Chew
Presbyterian Manse
C.F. Keatherland
Domine Yon Pausing Commission
Professional Directory and
Travellers’ Guide
W. G. C. Kenney
Symon Block
Church St Fy
D. A. Garrett
Willow and
Faver Sts
Entrance River St
Acton, Ont
Iran
AL BL McCarter
Robert D. Buckner
Wellington St. Acton
F. L. Wright
Wilbur St
Aden
Aston
H. Leib Dent
Frederick
A. J Buchanan
Samle Street
Leatherland, Qc
Appo
A. Braida
B.A. Tuirrister
Macon St S. Acton
Cork St FE. Guelph
Bruce E. Shoemaker
Mgr
E. L. Buchner
R.O
Mill St. F
Robert R. Hamilton
Main St
Georgetown
Gray Coach Lines
Sun
Heola
Tkam
Kas
Paole
Wratbonrad
Railways
Canadian National
Toronto
Daly
Foe Tonto
Stratford
Rae i
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!