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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 20, 1930
Page
2
Yourd the Choice Friday marks nomination day for selecting Acton officials to oversee an annual expenditure of forty to fifty thousand dollars. Citizens should choose representatives who reflect Acton and its majority, avoiding petty personalities, as ballots are secret but impact the town for a year. Exercise your privilege to advance Acton and its progress.
The column discusses George Hillmer as a potential County Registrar choice and the role of patronage. It notes Hillmer’s defeat in the last provincial election and suggests possible self appointment or rewarding a son’s Civil Service appointment under Liberal rule. It questions whether a returned soldier or rival may gain the post and hints at political maneuvering.
The Arthur Enterprise News under editor Rixon Rafter installed a new press last week. The old press served Arthur and nearby townships for thirty seven years chronicling births deaths weddings and local progress. The piece praises its loyalty to church and advertising support and notes untold tales worthy of commendation.
The Canadian Government Bureau of Statistics estimates capital investment per dollar earned on a farm varies by province. Prince Edward Island 3.88, Nova Scotia 3.87, New Brunswick 4.50, Quebec 4.55, Ontario 4.47, Manitoba 5.24, Saskatchewan 5.56, Alberta 4.80, British Columbia 4.54, Dominion average 4.78.
After six weeks of talks among the Empire Premiers and the Prime Minister, the Imperial Conference concluded without key economic agreements. Separate Empire conferences are planned, with Ottawa hosting the first in June. Canada now leads newsprint output, producing about twice the US volume through July, totalling 1,500,341 tons versus 780,131 tons.
In a magazine reflection Roger W. Babson, eminent economist, argues advertising can revive business. He says the economy suffers from money hoarding rather than circulation and that advertising accelerates money flow to spur activity.
Acton prepares its financial statement for the year ending November 15 showing total receipts of 11 585 12 and cash on hand of 14 250 42. Utilities turnover includes 682 05 for Hydro and 5 000 for water works. Cemetery receipts total 551 02 with expenditures 227 41. Taxes collected in the year amount to 44 289 68. Assets total 315 637 64 against liabilities 202 522 67, leaving a net balance of 80 014 58. The report indicates a satisfactory financial standing and will be reviewed by ratepayers.
Editorial notes say nominations will be held Friday evening with acclamations expected for most vacancies. Taxes due Friday. citizenship duties for the year complete. Drayton Advocate editor B J Garbutt mourns the sudden death of his wife. A deputy minister in Ontario loses cabinet post over a $15 dress theft, given suspended sentence. Warden questions arise as usual for Halton towns. Orillia celebrates sixtieth founding anniversary of the Orillia Racket and The Packet notes steady growth. The Free Press wishes ongoing growth for Orillia.
A diary style reminiscence from a farm wife musing on overalls and grain bags, shared chores, and the challenge of balancing family life with late night writing. She notes her husband’s choir outings, children’s activities, and the comfort of a veterinary visit amid domestic yearnings and small triumphs.
A narrator recalls a tense family moment as Y remains unusually silent and withdrawn. The dialogue hints at a troubled topic and a wish to avoid lighthearted talk while acknowledging the need for seriousness.
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