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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 27, 1948
Page
2
The article recalls the late Andy Clarke who died Wednesday after a long career in small town broadcasting. He specialized in light weekly items and nature stories rather than sensational news, cherished by regular listeners and fondly remembered for conventions, friends, and his pipe.
A plan proposes an artificial ice surface in area arenas but shifts to a summer pool for Acton and neighboring towns. Funds target is $25 000 with 2500 shares at $10 each. meetings planned to organize and begin construction this summer while Bowmanville pursues a $50 000 project.
The budget released last week fails to bring relief from heavy wartime taxation. Officials say funds will address war debt and national encumbrances, leaving little celebration among those expecting tax relief.
The writer argues governments spend taxpayer money with little regard for debt. They urge federal leadership, criticize high taxation, and warn that promises of security rely on taxes. They note provincial elections and Abbott's budget show no party can both cut taxes and increase services. Drastic measures are implied to confront fiscal reality.
The piece urges national unity through nonpartisan, moral civic effort. Canadians should foster a spirit free from personal gain, support honest leaders, and practice these values at home and work to strengthen the country year round, not only during elections.
Editorial notes reflect a quiet Victoria Day with home chores and the start of ball season in Halton. It mentions cigars being shared by fathers, tax policy debates from the CCF, Toronto's Silver Rail profits, liquor policy concerns, a strike at John Bertram & Sons in Dundas, and potential plant closure if operations do not resume.
From Fren Press May 26 1898 a storm and a lightning fire destroyed the Nelson McLaughlin building. Merchants push a street watering project starting June 1. Local reports note high 80s to 90s temperatures. Died Georgetown Henry Tost longtime councilor. Speculators D Wheelman Campbellville earned forty thousand dollars on Chicago Wheat. Col Keen also profited five thousand. Alex Waldie notes barley heads and clover bloom at the office.
Local notes report Lambert plans a private garage for ten cars and Hendersons moving from Acton as their home is sold to the United Church. Empire Day at Mrs Goulds hosts prize results. Churchill cemetery work begins for perpetual care. Literary Society closes term with Mac Stewart presiding. Obituaries: Doris Marie Lantz 18, and infant Ralph Vernon Spellvogel 15 months.
The piece argues that higher government demand for goods to curb inflation fails without increased production. Tax burdens reduce work incentives and lead to weaker effort, as individuals seek to keep more of their earnings and reduce reliance on government services. The author believes people prefer paying their own way.
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