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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Mar 05, 1953

Page

2

Forecasts Come True in Ottawa Editorial Trip

The editor details a trip to Ottawa for the Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association semi annual meeting. He notes travel quirks between Toronto and Ottawa and warns readers about hotel check in times during Parliament. He hints at coverage influences from Mr Campney’s viewpoint on public fire in the House of Commons.

Ottawa Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association Dominion Toronto Toronto Union Station Chateau Laurier Portant House of Commons Mr Campney

Busy in Orewa and Ottawa Parliament Scene

A writer describes two busy days in Orewa and a visit to the House of Commons in Ottawa. He notes the French speech and the general inattention of most MPs while Mrs. Dills reports enthusiastic debate, though the author remains unconvinced after reading Hansard.

Orewa Parliament Hill Ottawa House of Commons Hansard

Editors Gather for Province Wide Journalism Roundtable

A meeting of editors from across Canada featured R O Campney, Associate Minister, Department of National Defence, as guest speaker. He discussed becoming a Member of Parliament, nomination hurdles, maiden speeches, and the lighter side of politics amid talks on newspaper management and western oil developments.

Canada Okanagan Valley Ontario Quebec Maritimes R. O. Campney Department of National Defence Campney

Farmers Forum Highlights Free Competition Debate

Directors join Canadian Federation of Agriculture speakers led by H W Hannam and Colby Groff. Hannam cites 1951 brief urging balance in production and distribution, notes government subsidies distort competition, and calls for mindful policy guidance to stabilize farm families within the economy.

Canadian Federation of Agricultue H.W. Hannam Colby Groff Hannam W.nla Government of Canada Econom Aac Eenema Wleiwpesian Georgian Bay Nova Scotia Oily Okanagan Valley Federation of Agriculture

Baked Alaska and Ottawa Dining Ties Highlight District Meet

A report recalls a dining at the Chateau in Ottawa with Baked Alaska dessert during a Canadian Chamber event. Mr. Herbert Lash hosted the dinner with railway employees as musicians. The author notes travel, a press meeting in Harinston and a bus ride to Toronto, ending with ginger ale and a sandwich.

Canadian National Railways Herbert Lash Ottawa Toronto Chateau Laur

Local and World News Sketches and Sports Notes

A fragmented page reports on diverse items including community notices in Canada and the Netherlands, a hockey match near Georgetown with referee Patternon and players from Oakville, and inquiries into inheritance scams. It mentions Red Cross volunteers, aid funds, and Canadian contributors amid disaster relief contexts.

Rye Tate William E Oakville Trafalgar Journal Jrice Red Cross Oakville

Streamlining Democracy Through Fewer Spoken Speeches

A reader argues for trimming government talk and curbing lengthy speeches in parliament. Citing Hansard reports from February 26, the piece critiques legislators who fill records with verbose remarks, suggesting limits on speeches like Britain’s no-reading rule to improve efficiency.

Sunday Church Schedule and Events for March 1953

Sunday services listed for Acton United Church of Canada including Sunday School at 10 00 am Morning Worship at 11 00 am Bible Class 12 15 pm and Evening Worship at 7 00 pm A note invites a warm welcome and includes a Lent themed thought The ad also mentions a March 8 1934 date and a Latin Temperance Federation speaker with youth group meeting times additional details reference the Acton Ontario church officers and contact info.

Latin Temperance Federation Young Peoples

Professional Directory and Travellers' Guide Acton Listings

A directory page lists medical and dental doctors, veterinarians, real estate and insurance firms, solicitors, accountants, and local professionals in Acton and area. It includes office addresses, phone numbers, and services, plus church notices and coach schedules. The piece also mentions a funeral home and stage for organist and choir leader duties.

Canadian National Railways Schedule Fragments

Portions of a railway timetable show eastbound and local runs with notes on Sundays and holidays. It lists trips at Georgetown Guelph and other stops with varying times and special cases such as flagstop and daily exceptions.

Memorial Service for Reverend at Methodist Church

A large congregation attended the memorial service on February 24 honoring the late Reverend associated with the Methodist Church. Notables present included Mr. Donald Metuada, a former agent, and Mr. John Davian filling a local vacancy as church leader.

Alun Avjeeaatva Donald Metuada

Local Notices and Obituary Fragments From Galt Area

Clipped items note a 1933 incident near Rockwood involving Charles Laahy and two others injured at a level crossing. one died at Guelph Hospital. Banquet honors held by the Three Manthur society with Jaeckie Witaan as speaker. Obituary speaks to Robert Moore of 2 Crombie Street Galt in his 70th year. Also referenced are hockey schedulings and local events in Georgetown Orlando Haat area.

Matera Reese Georgetown Alan Packviews Stara Kd Moore Crombie Street Galt Robert Moore Hia

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