Great To Be Canadian In the House of Commons
A Kiwanis International Magazine excerpt extols Canadian citizenship and unity. It celebrates diverse origins from Glasgow to Tokyo, the rights and duties of citizens, and the building of a free nation in a growing Canadian culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Commonwealth
Podolski
Fraser
Wong
Spermanti
Dubois
Schmidt
Jones
Glasgow
Prague
Tokyo
Dublin
Bordeaux
Rotterdam
Newcastle
The
Kiwanis International Magazine
Some Big Meals
A vintage editorial compares newspaper content to a meal with limited capacity. It explains that not all news can fit every week and some items may be held for later issues depending on ads and page space. Readers are urged to send news promptly after events.
Queen Victoria Birthday Observances Noted in May Holiday
A historical note on Queen Victoria born 1819 died 1901, celebrated annually on May 24 with changes starting next year moving to the Monday before the 24th. Highlights include her ascent to the throne in 1837 1838 coronation and jubilees in 1887 and 1897.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queen Victoria
United Kingdom
Great Britain and Ireland
India
Edward
Duke of Kent
George II
Kensington Palace
Victoria
William IV
Westminster
Prince Albert
Saxe-Coburg- Gotha
Prince Consort
Great Britain
Municipalities Should Refuse Rent Control Responsibility
The piece argues against provincial passing of rent control to municipalities. It notes removal of credit restrictions and questions municipalities taking on rent regulation, citing time, cost, and limited municipal funding. It criticizes Ontario governance for shifting hot potatoes and calls for stronger provincial leadership on education funding and related costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frowmcrat
Ontario
Provincal
Four Dollar Bill Noted In Office Size Debate
A four dollar bill appeared in a newsroom office prompting remarks that it is rarer than an income tax return. The report implies that value and size trends have shrunk, extending to chocolate bars as well.
Zimmerman on the map as HaltonIndustry grows locally
The National Employment officer in Oakville reports employment rising with offices now open five days a week. Nelson Township plans a 40 worker factory from a hobby, housing four acres on Fairview Ave. Vermilion notes and civic debate over Trafalgar drive ins. Arch Mason J A M Taylor of Hornby attends a Royal Arch Masons convention, elected Grand Second Principal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oakville
Halton
Nelson Township
Fairview Ave
Burlington
Trafalgar
Wickson
Emerson Ford
Frank Stark
Pire
Milton
Acton
J. A.M. Taylor
Hornby
Royal Arch Masons
King Edward Hotel
Toronto
Ontario
Mr Taylor
Claude's mother orders lenient treatment at school
A mother accompanies Claude to public school and instructs the teacher to avoid punishment. She even suggests slapping the boy next to him to frighten Claude, reflecting a belief in sensitivity and fear as discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude
Sunday Worship and Activities Schedule May 1952
The notice outlines Sunday services May 25 with morning and evening worship and Sunday School, a Thursday May 22 prayer meeting and Bible study, and BYPU. It lists Tuesday May 27 Women’s Mission Circle Birthday Party at Mia Lorne Garner’s home and Wednesday Mission Band at 4:00 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aim
Bubb Ehoss
BYPU
Women's Mission Circle
Mia Lorne Garner
Mill St
Mirsion
Acton News Highlights May 1902 Village Notes
The Free Press May 22 1902 reports Brussels Times on South African peace talk with claims of May 25 declaration and autonomy under British protection. Victoria Day observance at Acton shifts to Monday. school flag and coronation ceremonies planned. Acton merchants adjust holiday. Acton baseball beats Hillsburg 11 to 3. Swallow the stallion changes owner to John Kannawin Caledon. Swallow to remain in Acton. Evangelistic services continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brussels
Gava
Times
Amsterdam
The
Patriote
Transvaal
Victoria
Acton
Canada
Hillsburg
William Whitley
Nasno- Raweya
John Williama
Erin
Swallow
Atocker
John Kannawin
Caledon
Williams
Local Baseball Growth and Town Developments in 1932
In 1932 baseball gains popularity with a new park diamond and arena practice for a box lacrosse team. A freighter collision blocks Welland Canal traffic for hours. James Doble Jr and family relocate to Watering due to CNT transfer. Ebenezer Church plans centennial events in Nassagawega. A fire destroys a farm residence two miles below Acton. Acton Citizens Band holds practice at the Arena. Acton baseball loses 11 0 to Elora Fergus, then wins 10 9 at Fergus. John Heatley Sr dies at 80 in Esquesing Township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welland Ship Canal
James Doble, Jr
Jimmie
Doble
CNT
Ebenezer Church
Nassagawega
James Stewart
Acton
A. ML Steele
Acton Citizens
Elora- Fergus
Fergus Acton
Knox Church Evokes Awakening and Upcoming Elections
A Knox Church service conducted by Messia and led by Bethune and Whyte concluded on Sunday. The event stirred significant awakening among attendees. Elections are set for next Thursday and every eligible voter is urged to cast a ballot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knox Church
Messia
Bethune
Whyte
Acton Ontario Local Business Directory and Services
A dense listing of doctors dentists veterinarians and professionals in Acton Ontario with office addresses and phone numbers. Includes W G Kenney D A Garrett A J Buchanan B D Young L Young F G Oakes C F Leatherland Lever & Hoskin Crandell Armstrong Wright Milligan and others along with transport timetables and the Victor Brumley Funeral Home.
Also Mentioned on This Page
House of Commons
St. Laurent
Che Acton
Audit Bureau
Circulavehe de Cwna
Ontario-Quebec
WNA
United States
Post Office Department
Ottawa
G. A. Dils
Nearty
Zimmerman Zimmerman
Burlington Gazette
Zimmerman
Burptars
Dad Hitchox
United Church OF Canada
Friendly
E. A. Currey
B.A
Bower Avenue
O. M. Lam
Pod Citizenship
Miss Kilpatrick
William Penny
ST. Alban’s Church
Anglican
Ralph E Price
Holy Communion
Church School
Reginners’ Cline
Presbyterian Church IN Canada
Robert H. Armstrong
the Free Press
Heatley
Wm. Ritchie
Esquesing Township
John Heatley
Professional Directory and
Traveller’s Guide
W. G. C. Kenney
Symon Block
Mil St. Acton
Church St
D. A. Garrett
Willow and
River St
River Street
A. J. Buchanan
Leishman Block
B. D. Young
B.v.sc. Co
L. Young
D.V.M
Brookville
Milter
F. G. Oakes
V.S
B.V. Sc
Oleo
Knox Ave
Travellers’ Guide
Gray Coach Lines
Tie
Liam eSun
Kitchener
Hole -Surday
C. F. Leatherland Harrister & Solicitor, Notary Public Office
Phone
Lever & Hoskin Chartered Accountants
Jenkins and Hardy
Victoria St
A. J. Crandell Chartered Accountant
Georgetown
D. J. Armstrong
Frederick St. N. Acton
Wright Real Estate and Insurance
Wright NB
Wright
Wilbur St
Macdonnell St
Guelph
Valuators Realtors Insurers
Appraisal Institute of Canada
Guelph and Diraticy Real Esate Board
Guelph and District Incurace Agents’ Association
Canadian National Ralways
Sunedays
Victor Brumley Funeral Home
WM. C. Milligan
R.O
A. T. Brown
Acton Town
John Jones
Paul
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