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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 21, 1929
Page
3
The Northwester Christian Advocate of Chicago urges prohibition support and law enforcement with a non compromised stance. It notes influence on Congress and media, while acknowledging mixed results, and cites President Hoover's inaugural resolve to enforce the law as improving prospects for enforcement.
Rockwood has adopted a perpetual care plan for its cemetery and will issue booklets next week detailing charges and cemetery rules to plot owners and interested parties. Trustees Fred Smith John A Little Geo H Pearen S S Royce oversee the plan with caretaker W J Edwards.
A recent fire brigade test showed smooth cooperation between the Fire Brigade Council and municipal officers. The fire hall truck deployed quickly, lines laid, and pressure tested to requested levels with ample supplies. The street observer noted harmony and improved efficiency, with criticisms addressed for the inspector’s forthcoming report.
Dissatisfied hotelkeepers urge banning liquor in hotel rooms as a solution under the Liquor Control Act. They argue the act fails to reduce drinking and temperance issues, and that enforcement changes threaten profits and duties of hoteliers.
The Acton Chamber of Commerce aided rural telephone service expansion with two new extensions. A Crewsons Corners line and a third line northwest of Acton were completed after consultations with Bell Company officials, showing cooperative efforts and mutual fairness.
Ontario's Hydro-Electric System reports a net surplus of 640,663 for the year ending October 31, 1928. Investment in plants and assets now exceeds 300 million dollars with reserves up by 6.3 million after a 1.6 million provincial payment. The system serves urban and rural areas, with expectations of rural electrification within seven years and domestic electricity costs in some cities under one cent per kilowatt.
A speaker argues liquor causes harm and questions revenue from liquor controls. He cites PEI as upholding prohibition acts, notes low divorce, few millionaires, and general happiness. He predicts PEI will benefit in manhood and womanhood beyond provinces relying on liquor revenue.
The piece argues the Municipal Councils will merely sign and pay as provincial plans to tax twenty percent of Old Age Pension payments shift costs to municipalities. Ottawa will fund half the amount, with Ontario preferring to pass two fifths to cities. Citizens fear higher taxes and strained local governance ahead of elections.
The editorial urges preparing for dust as mud is eliminated on bad roads. It notes a rink could start now for a prompt season opening and cites Ontario energy and Quebec tollway safety spending. It highlights Acton industries expansion with no concessions expected and stresses supporting local industry.
Neighborhood residents recount weekend visits with friends across towns including Yor ong, Orangeville, and Tanilton. Mr and Mrs Hector Pinkney hosted a farewell party for neighbors before selling their farm to Lloyd Yullock, with about a hundred friends attending.
The Alliance Paper Mills expand Hydra power at their mills. Notables include J A McClire visiting Milan Mabs Campbell and J B Muncienna at Cookaville for a funeral. Mrs Nellie Jenner stays with J M Moore in Mitchmer while Mrs M Wilson returns from Calgary. About 60 Gilcera members visit Palview Lodge in Toronto for a first degree. Rev Dr Maddow preaches here in the United Church in the absence of Dr Dickla. Bank of Montreal promotes David Wilson to local manager succeeding J B Wallace. A new Union Jack flies over the Post Office after winds damaged the old flag. Ontario Gazette lists Malton Cream and Butter Co Limited with 40000 capital. Mrs J A McClure visits Minna Mabel Campbell. Mrs Hugh Armour and daughter visit her parents. M P Dr R Anderton attends Ottawa duties. A blizzard disrupts roofs and industry. Milton Olt Tefmerica Limited suffers wind damage. On March 10 Hon I C Drury will speak at Wesley United Church Trafalgar for the Presbyterial men’s banquet.
The article describes a spring 1929 coat featuring a narrow front collar band and patch pockets, with a jaunty daffa echoing smart pockets. It notes a jacket or full length pattern and a simple frock beneath, plus a two-belt diagonal belt and new buckles.
William Totand, having gained in flesh from 170 pounds to 2235 pounds, chats with college friend George Blaight who jokes about tonnage and urges more exercise while noting many women with double chins.
Mrs J Cassidy and Mrs Queenie Campbell of Toronto visited Rev Afra Tilton at Trinity over the weekend. Trinity United Church Men Club plans a mock parliament. Miss Vera Parsons returned from Rochester New York. Mr KE Tanner of Tynside visited Preeman. Public School Board held its regular meeting. Rev D Nicholson will leave Knox Church next Sunday and prochurch will preach for the vacancy. Wm J Freddiford to Shanghai opens plans with parents for Ottawa then coast duties in the Orient. Mr Wm Robshaw, builder, opened office at 3 New Street and owns fourteen Henderson Avenue lots with plans for fourteen working men’s homes at about 3000 dollars each.
A narrator recalls childhood beliefs about happiness and duty and describes a personal shift while studying Sir Isaac Newton. He concludes that every action prompts a balanced reaction and that helping others leads to mutual assistance.
Fragmentary prose discusses perception and value, urging practical wisdom over idealism. It contrasts truth with illusion in love and money, notes the folly of rigid certainties, and ends with a comment on price reflecting value or market manipulation.
A colored man, unable to collect $40 from a customer, seeks legal advice. The lawyer asks for the reason the debtor hasn’t paid. The man explains the debtor claims he has given a “Yearon” and that the interest has eaten up the money.
The report notes 233 names enrolled at Oaks Ville High School and mentions a softball season opener for Central School boys. It records minor incidents including a Gray Coach bus windshield puncture near a fallen plaster incident and a ceiling collapse in the high school.
A fragment from a dated page presents a riddle about George Washing ane Pupil and a clue claiming his wife makes Veundy. The odd wording suggests a playful or mistaken transcription rather than a clear news item.
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