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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 05, 1955
Page
5
The piece reflects on the origins and significance of Mother’s Day, noting its early May date and growing nationwide observance. It emphasizes honoring mothers past and present, the role of memory, and the enduring love and loyalty tied to motherhood.
Citizens of Acton support their council in resisting outside dictates. Officials and residents urge disturbers to seek elsewhere as the growing town addresses wastepaper disposal and other local matters.
The writer praises the scenic 11 mile stretch between Acton and Milton and notes the absence of roadside tables and picnic spots. They point to a curve south of Speyside with parking and a small waterfall as an inviting stop and urge Ontario's highway program to add roadside tables along Highway 25.
The Canadian Good Roads Association warns over 1 000 potential road deaths this year and cites 1953 toll near 3 000. A national highway safety conference in Ottawa May 24 26 will bring federal provincial municipal and business leaders to develop a remedial program for motorists and pedestrians. The piece notes public fatalism toward accidents.
The piece extols early summer friendliness as the true vitamin of spring. It notes how people seek companionship outdoors, from farming and gardening to fishing and social chats, and argues the mood fades once summer routines begin.
A column argues that urban dogs disturb gardens and tidy yards and may be shot for mischief. It contemplates the clash between pet owners and townsfolk who value beauty and order, noting dogs could live tied, chained, or confined during summer.
A brief comment notes that untrained and under educated workers bear the brunt of unemployment while those with eroded skills also struggle. It suggests targeted training to supply new skills and reduce joblessness.
Reports warn residents not to donate to outsiders posing as Muscular Dystrophy fund canvassers. Fire departments remain the legal collectors, with warnings to rely on local firemen for contributions. Oakville faces a surprising 1955 tax rate of 45 mills, matching 1954 levels, amid budget shifts.
Oakville will keep a 45 mill tax rate unchanged from 1954 as Mayor Lachlan McArthur releases budgets showing total estimates of 669,212 with line items including 5,000 for a town manager and higher police costs of 52,290.
May 8 1955 schedule lists Sunday School at 10 00 a m Morning Worship with infant baptisms at 11 15 a m and Evening Worship at 7 00 p m The week includes a Thought For The Week An ounce of mother says a Spanish proverb A Warm Welcome Awaits You with BY P A prayer meeting Wednesday evening and hymn recordings for a restful hour
A Royal Silver Jubilee observance in Acton included a parade and park service with a later legion hall gathering. The A Y B A players drew a packed town hall audience. Banquet speakers from Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire and Duke of Devonshire chapter addressed local groups. Officers were elected at the Women's Institute annual meeting. A Halton Presbytery assembly occurred in Acton and a Public Utilities Commission meeting discussed electric store sales. The Prince of Wales reportedly has a radio in his plane, as does the Prime Minister.
The 1905 assessment totals 367 480 with a 39 400 business tax. Population up 58 and 89 dogs found. The increased assessment enables council to cut the rate from two to two and a half mills if costs stay level with 1904. Women's Institute meets Friday on outdoor exercises for women at the town hall. The old mill dam at Mill Street, a town landmark, is being reinforced by Beardmore Co. Work aims to secure its strength for decades. Also notes about attire at a town hall ball and a Registrar General finding on infant mortality. Fire escape work at the town hall completed.
A condensed directory listing doctors dentists veterinarians and lawyers in Acton and surrounding areas. Includes Dr W G Kenney Dr D A Garrett Dr A J Buchanan Dr H Leib F G Oakes B V Sc Young C L Young veterinary surgeons L Wright appraiser real estate insurer Elliott broker G W Goldstriw manderson Leatherland accountants Lever Hoskin and others with office addresses and hours. Bus schedules list east and westbound coaches from Acton with departure times.
Partial timetable notes show Standard Time Eastbound daily departures from Toronto region with various frequencies and weekend variations. Mentions Georgetown Guelph detrain points and Saturday and Sunday flyer services with times and flag stops.
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