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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 24, 1928
Page
4
After a nearly two year absence editor Pearce returned to the Simcoe Reformer last week, resuming his leadership role. The paper notes the editor’s familiar touch and welcomes him back to duties at the country weekly.
Brampton council approves a two percent discount on first instalment taxes paid early in July and sets the year’s tax rate. The plan benefits taxpayers and the corporation by enabling early funds to be used instead of bank borrowing, with savings passed to taxpayers. It appeals to those seeking to save.
The Ottawa Journal notes Canadian legislators enjoy a four thousand dollar five month session with rail travel expenses free stenographers and meals below cost at Rideau Hall. It cautions that raising their pay would be the final straw for voters while noting other salary increases are uncommon in business. The piece argues both parties support a pay raise despite public discontent.
The Walkerton liquor shop faces strong citizen debate as some push for a municipal vote on banning it while others support its operation. AC Palmerston begins remodeling a store for a liquor dispensary amid rumors of a near opening. Public opinion signals disappointment with temperance legislation and its stated success.
Aerial transport expands in forestry, survey, geology, and exploration across Canada. The year’s Royal Canadian Air Force civil program supports Forestry Service, Topographic Survey, National Parks, Water Power and Reclamation, and other departmental needs.
The Toronto Star argues compulsory voting would strip the ballot of its essence and notes forcing electors to vote could spoil ballots. It favors elections with genuine interest and cites Acton as a recent example of high turnout and representative voting.
A bill by Hon. D. A. Stewart proposes Section 80 of the Highway Act prohibiting any signs or advertising along provincial highways. The measure aims to keep roads clear for official markings and safe driving, except signs erected or approved by engineers.
Editorial calls for higher moral standards among politicians and party workers to curb scandals. It cites Rev Dr McLachlan on delinquent children and bad influence, contrasts Canadian and American justice, mentions a religious dispute in Ottawa, and notes Collier's claim on British origin in US Senate immigration.
The item reports residents moving from Milton to Ourville and nearby property disputes linked to a CG area. It notes homelessness around Inde and a By-law discussion for Oakville. Also mentions Mrs Thorpe visiting from Kirkland Lake and a driver losing control near Tanby’s Jewellery.
Mrs J N O Neill visits Detroit with her daughter Mra Erl Gheley. Mrs and Mini Heaminh of Toronto visit friends. Mrs H Corke of Bt Mynacinthe Que visiting with Mr and Mrs Dowl Herbert. Drivers ignore speed limit. Rev K MacLean and Rev James McPaul at Alderton. J W Kennedy of Owen Sound in town. Annie Adams returns home with him. Mr and Mrs Greelman go to New York for Presbyterian Hospital graduation. daughter Alice Creelman not in graduating class. Firemen respond to smoke from Kennedy Block roof but no fire.
Mount Forest visitors include Mins Alles Martin and Mr and Mrs W E Dalton. Mrs A W Pearthan returns to Freeeman after winter in Toronto. John Duckrell from Royal Hank Star spends weekend near Wurpesaville. Local and regional social entries cover residents from Tecton Beulah Williams to Gan Antonio Texas travel. Lions Club to represent at Dominion Athletic Meet in Montreal May 25 and 26. Police Court notes report motorist fines for not having grit and for hydrant violations. Numerous visits from Hamilton Toronto Guelph Cookstown Milverton Detroit appear. Engagement announced for Mona A to Wugh Houston of London. A stroke leaves a local man temporarily affected. condition improving.
Miss Madge Galbraith of Welland spent the weekend at home. Miss Myrtle Alkens and Miss Deatrice Tuck of Toronto also visited. The Robertson family left for the West for business interests. Miss M Bews nears recovery after surgery at Guelph General Hospital. Others visiting included Mrs Ed Houston in Hamilton and Mrs Waller Lawhens of Brockville staying with relatives.
A sailor arrives ashore and tries to bribe a customs officer for a small haul of contraband. He arranges a follow up at 2 o'clock, is searched the next day, and admits his plan but claims the goods were from yesterday.
An elderly Western rancher and his long time hired man endure a two year mortgage scheme that transfers the ranch back and forth every two years. After forty years the ranch remains with the rancher while the hired man has earned nothing from wages.
Polly Grimble and companions recount a clock dispute at the Dargie home as Caroline Bargle refuses to move her Great-Grandfather Bargle’s clock despite three other family clocks and the town’s nine o clock. Laughter erupts when the stairs clock matches nine as all other clocks ring nine. Caroline’s pride softens after the commotion.
In reminiscences from the Barnum era an elderly East Tennessee woman recalls meeting George Washington and hearing about the Revolutionary War. She laughs that she was young then and cannot remember details, but says she heard white folks speaking of events she did not fully grasp.
A suburban Toronto area school uses current events to engage 40 students. The teacher asks why current events are taught, and one student, who struggles to read newspapers, volunteers that the teacher buys newspapers to help him find items.
Architects and builders report steady growth in warm air heating as the standard code backed by the National Warm Air Heating and Ventilating Association and University cooperation. The industry promotes safe installation by reputable dealers, highlighting efficiency, comfort, and lower maintenance costs for homes and buildings.
A country couple separate after a lunch stop when a confidence man lurks in their path. The farmer reaches St Paul ahead, finds his wife aboard, and she accuses him of attempting to play tricks as they reunite near the station. A sharp retort ends with a threat to call a policeman.
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