Planning Board approves 1500 grant for new Acton town plan
The Acton Planning Board, created by by law and aided by council, sought a 1500 grant to prepare a new town plan and align deeds with the updated map. The board handles planning and advisory duties while council retains ultimate authority to approve final decisions. The last plan dates to 1920 and will include new streets, opened areas, and removed outdated references such as the Toronto Suburban Railway.
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Planning Board
Acton
Town Planning Board
Acton Council
Ontario
Toronto
Canada census drive urges full cooperation in 1951 counts
An appeal explains Canada's ten yearly census begins June 1 1951. Enumarator visits require truthful facts while sworn secrecy protects individuals. Halton County 1941 data cited to urge participation, noting 28515 population 394 stores 8071500 in sales and 563 retail workers earning 513700.
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Canada
Halton
Halton County
Victoria Day Observance Seen Evolving With Weekend Tie
A 1951 commentary notes Queen Victoria died in 1901 and Victoria Day has remained popular. It argues for moving observance to the Monday, cites shorter work weeks and Saturday holidays, and urges beachgoers to adapt the May holiday to modern needs rather than past 1819 to 1901 practices.
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Queen Victoria
Canada
Blaming the Dumb on Dairy Price Increases
Letter writer rails at rising butter prices and dairy costs while denying milk shortages. He questions official explanations, argues producers profits are inflated, and suggests price hikes are unjustified across paper products too, urging clearer reasons.
Keep Canada Beautiful In Spring And Summer
A breezy call to keep the countryside clean as travelers enjoy spring and summer scenery. urges thoughtful disposal of litter from road trips and roadside meals to protect nature’s beauty and prevent waste from spoiling fields and hedges.
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Canada
The Good Old Days Reflected In 1931 Echoes
A 1931 Free Press issue recalls how the good old days may have seemed better back then. The May 21 1931 publication frames nostalgia through past events and common sentiments of the era.
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The
Free Press
Acton News Highlights Early 1900s Life And Travel
In 1901 Acton residents note rising car presence and warm Fairy Lake swims. Laura Hall attends Halton Girls conference. local schools host musical festival. Williamson Block near completion prepares for Acton Creamery move. LODE chapter honors Mrs Shorey before her move to Bobcaygeon. Boxing event draws few spectators. Pan-American Exposition trips promoted by G.T.R. and local clubs. Census shows Oakville largest county population, Acton close behind.
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Fairy Lake
Laura Hall
Halton
Milton
Acton Women's Institute
G. R. Agnew
M. R. Moore
George Havill
Halton Public Schools Musical Festival Association
Bell
Williamson
Mill
Main
Acton Creamery
Duke of Devonshire
the Lode
L. B. Shorey
Bobcaygeon
Acton
Buffalo
George Stovel
Weston
Wm. Melvin
Mevin
Mill Street
Hynd
Cooper’s Tailor Shop
T. Statham and Son
G.T.R
Arive
Frank McIntosh
Ed Ryder
Manchester Lacrosse Club
Galt
Paris
Fred Ryder
Berlin
Charlie Erwin
Willie Gurney
C. F. Goodeve
John R. Kennedy
Oakville
Actton
Georgetown
Ontario wine release mocks temperance past guidance
A government news release reports Ontario cabinet members and wine-industry leaders at a Niagara winery opening. New product will be sold in government retail outlets as an all purpose wine for meals and parties. Critics note stronger revenue focus over temperance education and lament government leadership in promoting moderation.
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Ontario
Niagara District
Editorial Notes On Roads And Prices In Town
Editorial notes say road work is improving to near normal while Toronto lags with underground construction. Grass fires are down this year signaling progress in preventing loss. The piece observes how new products promised as substitutes quickly rise to the price of what they replace.
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Toronto
WMS Takes Work In India Topic Discussed
Knox Presbyterian Senior Auxiliary WMS met with Mrs. Hassard hosting on Thursday. Group three led by Miss Robenna Clarke presented a study on the Thansi Field in India with Miss Scott as principal of the Helen Macdonald Memorial School. Pro gram included a personal interview with Miss Clarke acting as Miss Regueley of India.
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E. J. Hassard
W.M.S
Knox Presbyterian Church
H. Mainprize
Robenna Clarke
India
Thansi
Margaret Leash
Edith Magee
Hazel Beaveley
Beatrice Scott
R. L. Davidson
Bricker
Elora
Guelph
Buchanan
Hassard
Grenfell
Labrador
Regular Meet of Woman's Missionary Society Attends
The Woman's Missionary Society of the United Church met at Mrs. L. Agar's home with good attendance. President Miss M. Bennett presided. Reports were given by Mrs. Selwood and others. Ruth chapter for June is from Ruth. The missionary for prayer is Miss Hilda M. Smith. Central India wishes for Miss Ruth Nelson's recovery. Tea and social time followed, with thanks to Mrs. Agar. News from the four directions closes the meeting.
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Woman's Missionary Society of the United Church
L. Agar
M. 2. Bennett
C. L. Poole
B. Mowat
J. Lambert
J. Gardiner
M. Z. Bennett
E. Hawthorne
Selwood
R. West
C.g.lt. Work
J. Symon
Hilda M. Smith
Central India
Ruth Nelson
May 27 Sunday Services and Holy Communion Schedule
A fragmented church notice lists May 27 services in multiple locations. Galt Ontario hosts Sunday School and morning and evening services with Rev W N McDonald, Gladstone Zimmerman, and Roas sisters from Preston Habitat Church. Hamilton convention. Trinity Holy Communion and confirmation led by Bishop Bagnall. Rockwood Pace ish Hall dedication. Acton welcome message.
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W. N. McDonald
Galt
Trinity
KE. Bagnall
D. D
Niagara
New Pace Ish Hall
Rockwond
Bagnall
St. Alban
Acton
Acton Professional Directory and Travellers Guide
A regional directory listing medical doctors dentists barristers accountants real estate and insurance firms in Acton Ontario. Includes office addresses phone numbers and hours for Dr W G C Kenney Dr D A Garrett Dr A J Buchanan Dr George A Sirrs C F Leatherland Wright Real Estate and more along with local coach schedules and daylight saving notes. It records service providers funeral home eye care veterinary services and travel timetables in a single reference page.
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Sony
Born Black
Wellesley Hospital
E. G. Bhick
WMS
Canady- Acton
Bower Avenue
E. A. Currey
Bla
Les O. M
Granada
Knox Church
Robert HL. Armathon
Minieter
B.Y.P.U
Hamilton
Ont
St. Alban’s Church
Anglicans
Ray. W. G. Luxton
Professional Directory
AND
Traveller's Guide
W. G. C. Kenney
J. A. McNiven
Symon Block
Mill St
Church St
D. A. Garrett
Willow and
River Sta
River Street
A. J. Buchanan
Dental Surgeon
Leishman Block
George A. Sirrs
Corner Frederick
LEGAL
C. F. Leatherland
Notary Public Office
Lever & Hoskin Chartered Accountants
Jenkins and Hardy
Metropolitan Ride
Victoria St
Ely
Willoughby Fara
Bay St
Empire
Tom Hewson
Victor B. Rumley
WM. C. Milligan, R.O
A. T. Brown
B. D. Young
B.v.sc
L. Young
D.V.M. Veterinary Surgeons Office
Brookville, Ontario
F. G. Oakes, V.S
Knox Ave
Travellers’ ' Guide
Kitchener
Canadian National Railways Standard
Suneday Flyer
Sun
Taastop
Acton Free Press
Post Office Department
Ottawa
Audit Bureau Circulation
C.W.N.A
Ontario-Quebec Division
United States
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