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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 20, 1930
Page
5
Canadian manufactured goods are exported to nearly every country. Exports rose from minimal early century values to 648 millions. Since 1910 raw material imports rose slightly while raw materials exports fell. fully manufactured goods imports declined and exports rose, with manufactures now exceeding imports, a favorable balance.
The development of electrical energy in Canada is marvellous. Ten years ago capital investment reached 400 million dollars and now exceeds 1 billion. Total power available from existing installations approaches 60,000,000 horsepower. Rural adoption grows quickly with farmers in Halton County already connected.
Acton citizens hosted a banquet for hockey clubs to celebrate a successful year and arena support. The event showcased strong community spirit, with a $350 cheque from the treasurer and a unanimous decision to apply the surplus to the arena fund.
The Liquor Control Act reports record sales and revenue for Ontario, with total liquor, beer, and wine sales reaching 55.3 million dollars and the board posting a 4.75 million dollar profit. Native wines showed an 108.7 percent surge, from 008,024 to 1,603,242 gallons, while price reductions followed luxury tax abolition. The report notes efforts to curb native wine sales and discusses potential prohibition-like measures balanced against enforcement costs.
Municipal meetings in Georgetown addressed unfair coal freight rates from border points. Acton pays 140 cents per long ton while Toronto and Hamilton enjoy lower rates via water routes, disadvantaging Guelph Brampton Georgetown Milton and other inland towns. A joint appeal to the Railway Board plans to seek rate adjustments and reduce the burden on consumers and manufacturers.
In Owen Bound, Mrs Matthews has been hosting visitors from Montreal and Toronto universities as families welcome relatives. Mr and Mrs Verlitkert move from Taronto to Georgetown after decades away, while others plan absences and returns as residents adjust their winter routines.
Reports on Oakville and area include a Santry 10 wire accident involving Oosurge Good Mort Petsah Auinnier James Davideon and Join Kannon, with claims of danger and a total 4100000 shared by five. Oakville Council plan faces crowd disruption as hundreds protest and many denied admittance amid a heated public scene. Nearby, noted residents Mrs. W. Watson and Mrs. George Lelibnun travel, while Mrs. Bulow and others visit relations. future plans include Mrs. Alfred Vorter’s family relocation and Cootuguard trip for Br. Richard Vines assets. The Erin Quautaugua festival shows strong turnout despite poor outlook, with performances and a near-urgent call to bring toys back and a festival proposed for winter.
Toronto residents Milto n Mina Hoox and Walkerville figures pass the weekend at relatives homes. A Montreal trip by Milton is summarized amid a local hockey match report where a Varsity vs Hamilton game saw a header collision near the end of the first half and a player sustained a concussion requiring hospital care.
NuMulington report notes missing maple tree in the business district last week. Agricultural Society directorate meeting at Yablis Library discussed prize list and future sale date. Friday evening school pupils performed at Mrante with Velermo under the direction of Miss Comuaical Snatraclor.
A Georgetown meeting sponsored by Major McKenzie and the Council brought together Acton Brampton Georgetown and Milton to discuss shared issues. Topics included coal rates uniform daylight saving and highway link construction with a view to coordinated regional action and future meetings in Acton.
The Canadian House of Commons unanimously approves a Liquor Export Bill to end official clearances to the United States. Premier Mackenzie King cites frontier tension and moral issues as the main reasons, signaling an end to Canada's $25 million annual liquor trade with the U.S. before May 24.
This week covers Chautauqua fatigue and fickle March weather in Regina with plans for the World Grain Exhibition and Conference July 26 to August. It notes the death of Col W G Barker V C and honors his wartime service, plus a tribute to Robert John Corson of the Markham Economist and Sun. The piece cites a 1920 Canada mineral production high, with new deposits and growth across cement, gold, nickel, petroleum, salt, and zinc.
A late 19th century style ad touts Joint-Maid as a remedy for back ache and joint pain. The copy urges readers to forget troubles and work, promising swift relief and suggesting widespread availability through druggists with a guarantor.
A vintage fashion blurb promotes a new lingerie approach that replaces brassiere girdle and panties with a coordinated undergarment set. It emphasizes matching colors to gowns and comfort for the updated silhouette as attire evolves.
A long-ago anecdote recounts a young lady in the Confederate era receiving a letter smuggled through lines from a prisoner sent to "Ten ToAded." Neighbors search a map for Mr W- location, fail, and learn a torn note fragment hints at “Yam moduranca vile” and a game of tops involving boys racing to peg positions, with the outcome uncertain.
A long passage discusses diet and vitamins essential for healthy teeth and gums. It cites calcium phosphorus and vitamin D, recommends citrus juice with milk and greens, and notes how deficiencies can cause dental decay. It also includes a sample luncheon and dinner menu and ends with a humorous tale about Mark Twain.
Breeders advertise blood tinted stock and heavy laying hens with foundation stock under government supervision. Prospective buyers can inspect breeding stock and chicks before purchase. Prices listed include Leghorns and Rhode Island Reds with express charges paid on orders.
A J Wuchanan D D S Dental Surgeon Oller Announces office hours from 9 a m until 3 p m by appointment. Extractions closed on Wednesday. Dr Pearen D D S L D S and Dr Mell Phoane29-MI street Acinct listed as tog.
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