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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 18, 1926
Page
5
An Electrical World January 9 article reports Canada leads world per capita power generation at 87 kWh, while ranking ninth in customers. It notes Switzerland and the United States follow, with Canada tied to per capita output and the U S leading total generation at over 54 billion kWh.
Canada’s structural materials show growth led by cement and day products. Cement totals reached 14,046,704 dollars, up from 13,398,411 the prior year, day products 9,503,575 up from 9,215,077, and lime 3,407,015 up from 3,178,541. Aggregate structural materials and clay products total 36,221,648 versus 35,380,869 in 1924.
The Kingston Whig cites the London Free Press arguing Canada sits in a unique, favorable position with peaceful wealth and balanced society. It contrasts Canada’s mild troubles with global struggles in the United States Britain and other nations, asserting no room for pessimism.
A village committee led by women organized spring cleanup and beautification. Streets were cleaned, trees protected, waste bins added, fences removed, and neighbors urged to paint houses. A watering trough and flower gardens promoted tidy, cow and hen free streets. The town blossomed by June.
A Selkirk Record reprint argues whiskey's harmful effects persist regardless of origin or legality. It targets Manitoba liquor authorities and bootleggers, condemning all for debasement and urging moderation against alcohol abuse.
Provincial Treasurer Price delivered the 1926 budget in the Legislature promising an attractive showing with no new taxation. The deficit from interest remains and a $2.2 million surplus on ordinary revenue is forecast, while soft drink tax is slated for abolition.
The article presents a table comparing Ontario and Quebec government spending in areas such as legislation administration justice education public domain charities and health railroads and industries and the drink bill It questions whether Ontario could match Quebec if it adopted temperance measures and urges business leaders to consider prohibition as an asset for Ontario.
Editorial notes announce W. E. Crateau as new editor and publisher of the Oakville Record and praise last week’s issue. The Labor party of Mexico backs prohibition to aid workers. Libbey Owens Sheet Glass plans a full reopening and expansion. Lloyd George criticizes teetotalism costs. Europe shows lower fire loss due to timber scarcity, caution, and accountability. Toronto rail orders curb liquor shipments. a Birmingham magistrate suggests Canada as a fresh start. Stratford Board of Education faces criticism for excluding the press from a meeting, drawing taxpayer ire over transparency.
Town and Country Mr. Thomas Hewitt bought the fish and chip business from Mrs. Thornton. Mr. J R Waldie resigns as principal of the school due to ill health. Mr. J T Shanks visits Ashgrove and returns west. Mrs Bowes spoke on Indian Work of the Women's Missionary Board in the United Church. Miss Margaret McDonald and Mr A C McMurchy won Brampton carnival prize for best pair in costume. Limehouse youths visited Knox Church Guild for a programme with refreshments and singing.
A mix of local items including engagement announced for Jessie Lois McMillan to Fraser Webster Lockhart of Dundalk Ontario, a Trafalgar man’s car skid narrowly avoided injury, Milton wins the Harris Cup 6-2 over Oakville with final 9-56, and charitable donations noted to Armenian boy fund Navy League and other causes. Also mentions visiting relatives in Calgary and Saskatoon and civic notes from Milton.
Mr W Shepardson of New Liskeard visited Mimosa with friends. Reg Stuart returned from Reading England after two months with parents. R H Hunter loaned Erin farm to L Hillock of Cleveland Ohio. Mrs W J Curry had surgery in Toronto Hospital and is recovering. Sam Ridler sold black colt team to W Orr. Jackson sold two filly colts for 275.60 to Harry Oakes. Harry Willie of McMaster helped defeat Queens at Kingston debate. Annie Beers returns to Coburg collegiate work after illness. United Church Sunday School held its sleigh ride with supper and auctions. Burns Presbyterian Church induction of Rev Edward Lee. A Town Hall meeting in Enin discussed a community shed for United Church.
Local notes report Vernon Thomas injuring his foot on his Mount Memo farm while cutting wood. Edythe Webster will broadcast violin selections from CKOC Hamilton. Canal navigation prep goes ahead. CN rail swing bridge repairs underway. East Plains United Church plans Saphronia’s Wedding play. Chamber of Commerce annual meeting elects new directors.
Former Oakville editor Romaine Taylon left for Niagara Falls on Monday while Farrow's Russian wolfhounds won top awards in Detroit including a gold medal in the puppy class and a Reserve Championship for best sporting dog. Also noted is a comparison showing Toronto public school tuition at 85.33 per pupil in 1924 versus Oakville at 49.63, highlighting higher Toronto education costs.
A distinguished Chinese woman told a reporter that hopefulness defines her country, describing cheerful perseverance and industrious optimism. She recalled meeting a young medical student who faced crowded practice with resolve, saying he would graduate and let others take their chances.
The Florida real estate operator at the table discusses trading options on forty sections and payments across counties. He claims to have made a sizable sum in a fast week while his wife cautions about prudent spending.
A fashion paper notes a deep orange monkey form becoming popular. A friend remarks that if he ever saw such a monkey he would opt for soft drinks, quoted from Exxchange.
Public auction conducted by R. J. Rerr on H. Wardlaw's Acton farm Saturday March 20 at 1 PM featuring horses cattle poultry implements grain and roots harness and house hold effects. Terms cash under 310.00 and later 10 months on approved notes. C.0. Plank acts as clerk.
Mrs. Charlotte McDonald announces a public auction at loc 32 2nd line Exaquesing mile west of Acton on Thursday March 25 at 1 pm. Livestock include horses cattle pigs poultry and a long list of implements harness grain and household effects with no reserve as the farm is sold.
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