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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 04, 1961
Page
9
The article contrasts Western farm productivity with Soviet results under central planning. It notes Khrushchev admitting past delivery quotas were a mistake and pledging higher wheat purchases next year. It portrays Moscow's press sparking debate over compulsory delivery and the risks of planned economy.
A June census asks male ancestors for their ethnic or cultural group upon arrival to the continent. Respondents select from 31 options with room for another. The piece notes memory gaps across generations and calls the question a longstanding one reflecting evolving identity.
The letter argues a Canadian census option labeled Canadian erodes distinct identities by grouping diverse backgrounds under one term. It notes omissions in early forms and a large reprint in Hull to address the issue, urging readers to prepare by checking family heritage before the census taker arrives.
A reader questions the purpose and duration of daylight saving time noting its wartime origins and current electricity aims. The letter observes regional variation with Windsor and Detroit areas not adopting it and cites practical issues for households and dairy cattle.
The piece recalls past daylight saving confusions in smaller communities and questions railway groups promoting the change. It notes that railways often keep standard time and calls for concrete reasons and data from proponents to justify extending daylight saving into October.
A report by R V Anderson and Associates finds the arena’s steel work structurally sound, supporting an addition and artificial ice installation. The findings back the NOW or Never campaign, warning deterioration could force a complete rebuild if funding fails.
The plan calls for no addition architect designed features and uses proper building plans to install fire and safety measures before construction. The campaign is on schedule with canvassers starting May 11, calling for appointments and house visits the week of May 14 to gather pledges and offer pledge preparation help.
A narrator jokes about questionable ancestral claims and grandiose lineages. He prefers to celebrate his one living grandfather, a quiet, hard working man who raised a family and ran a farm with one arm, far from heroic myths.
An elderly man reflects on a lifetime of hardship from industrial work to farming. He recounts injuries and near escapes in the days of cutting and sleigh delivery, noting resilience, courage, and quiet dignity. His family remembers his integrity and generosity amid hardship.
Local bulletin reviews a proposed arena venture in Acton and surrounding district. It notes funding, infrastructure, and community interest, urging participation and denoting the NOW campaign as pivotal for town development and public works progress.
About 20 Avton United Church Young People joined Balbunatad Young People at Ballinatad for an evening talk on separation. The gathering ended with sunset and a shared lunch.
A special meeting named V. Romley George Meisselle and R. Borce to the Cemetery Board. Council pledged cooperation and to present past records. Lakeside Chapter L O D 8 installed three new members. A lively evening featured vocal numbers by students under Miss Muriel Ricketts with Miss Andersen speaking on mission work among Kar fans. Rev Vincent J. Morgan announced his posting at St. Joseph's Church Acton. The Limehouse Women's Institute raised 49 for war work at Gepson Hall Georgetown. Citizens observed Army practice on streets Tuesday afternoon. The 12th Viel Battery of the 97th Canadian Field Artillery completed a 500 mile journey via Acton.
A 1911 Toronto fair story notes Gordon Beardmerg winning live prizes on pala ponies and Mrs Bearermone's praise. Council approves sidewalk petitions for Knox Ave Willow St and Agnes St. A fire destroys the vacant Janes McMillan house above Crewson's. sparks from a chimney set the seat afire, neighbors fight flames but only furniture saved. Farmers report spring seeding progressing as weather favors planting.
Acton Ontario lists physicians Dr W G C Kenney Dr D A Garrett Dr Robert D Buckner and Dr H Leib with offices at specific streets and hours. Also includes notaries C F Leatherland Braida and C J Buchanan with office hours and contact details.
Fragmentary OCR text lists LEVER and HOSKIN Chartered Accountants at Main Street Ne 212 King Street West Brampton Toronto and other scattered details including addresses, phone numbers, and schedule fragments with references to times and places such as Toronto Stratford and Guelph.
The Feather Fancier magazine publishes a series weighing the pros and cons of pigeons and their potential to spread disease among humans, presenting arguments for and against keeping pigeons in urban settings.
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