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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 29, 1928
Page
3
News from 1928 shows a strong, loyal response across England and the Empire as bulletins on King George V’s illness are awaited with hope. People pray for his recovery, reflecting deep public devotion to the monarch.
The piece proclaims the Santa Claus spirit is pervasive from radio to newspapers and window displays. It emphasizes giving joy as the key aim from now until December 25, noting the effort and money spent in Christmas planning reflect the real spirit that benefits others.
Mr Justice Raney urged the Grand Jury at Whitby Assizes to link liquor permits to driving privileges. He proposed that applicants for car permits be checked for moderate or immoderate liquor use before licensing. He argued drunken drivers cause many accidents and that this method could be more reliable than breath tests.
The article praises the Winter Fair in Toronto and a forthcoming show in Guelph for showcasing top fruits flowers livestock and poultry. It notes apples at the Royal Winter Fair tempt appetites and lauds the blooms and the five stock exhibits as central attractions. It also emphasizes farming as Canada’s basic industry and the growth of exhibitions over the years.
Citizens and ratepayers engaged in municipal politics at Acton as nominations surged. The School Board faced heavy scrutiny while the Council appeared organized. the 13 15 mill debate dominated discussion. Voters are urged to participate in the upcoming election to choose capable officers.
The summary notes a mixed Ontario economy with weak wholesale and retail sales due to mild weather, but year over year basin volume up. Industry shows solid employment, with packing, furniture, boot and shoe, tanneries, rubber footwear, steel, agricultural implement and woollen sectors improving. Auto plants quiet, threshing done, fall wheat acreage sown.
The piece notes Hon. R. B. Bennett’s Toronto banquet remarks claiming Canada enjoys prosperity while warning for prudent policy. It argues that future success requires statesmen guiding ships of state beyond short term demands, praising W. L. Mackenzie King and Bennett for steering Canada toward a solid, prosperous course.
The Canadian Postal Service faces a massive seasonal surge as Christmas mail volume rises sharply. In 1927 a single post office processed over 7,000,000 letters and 536,000 parcels in the week ending December 24, with millions more circulars and newspapers. Money orders also spike, and 2,100 extra staff are hired at large offices to handle the peak workload.
The Meaford Mirror notes Bruce County was neglected as private operators moved in hampering Ontario Hydro. The article urges continued public ownership and faster Hydro development to keep the province on the path set by Buck’s era.
Editorial notes announce the Port Colborne Citizen will publish twice weekly to keep pace with its growing readership. The piece commends the paper for serving its constituency and staying ahead in meeting patrons' needs.
The Government will investigate the drop in the Jackson Manion mining stock price amid concerns of fraudulent investments. Officials urge continued inquiries to protect investors and ensure proper conduct in the market.
Mrs Cico Mores and Miro A Brune left Tuesday for England to visit relatives. Mrs ALN Lamibhend elected treasurer of the kegpet churches at Winona convention. Mr and Mrs Pred Blocalagar and Mr and Mrs Albert Ocheer left Monday for a motor trip to Florida for several months. Mr Viruce Kanton and Mr Robert Ayers Onshawa spent days with Mr and Mrs Harold Shepherd. Mr and Mrs Marley Kanton Oshawa returning from their wedding trip visited with his mother Mrs Harold Shepherd. Mr and Mrs Oram Mushan daughter and Mrs Coleman spent days at Owen Sound enjoying autumn scenery. A pleasant imp at Chas Cole Darling ton Avenue last Thursday with a miscellaneus shower for Miss Marion Wrain prior to her marriage at month’s end.
Residents from Toronto Georgetown and Mount Dennis spent weekends with relatives and friends including Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Miller Mrs. Belford and Mrs. Norton. Mrs. James Campbell purchased a property and plans postemployment. Mrs. Gimblett from Minneapolis resides with Uncle George Overland. John McArthur suffers a knee injury from a rusty nail. well wishes sent.
Twenty Streamville youths performed a minstrel show at the Princess Theatre in Milton to aid the Milton Dog Scouts. An audience gave hearty applause and artists were hosted afterward at the Gowland home. Dr. H. Stuart, longtime manager of the Canadian Bank of Commerce, retired and honored at a Banquet at the Bolton Inn by eighty Milton area residents.
A dozen or more from Victory Lodge No. 407 LT D traveled to Taranto for the York county lodges annual banquet. Charley Naylor and George Lillo will run the town skating rink this winter.
Georgetown residents report the new spotlight at the Memorial is a decided improvement and thank those responsible. Mrs D L Herbert and Mrs Nellie Kennedy visit Toronto friends, while Mr W J Stull from St Catharines and Mr and Mrs Weatherald from Windsor frequent the area. A fire at a rear barn belonging to W White near Honham’s house is quickly controlled with some insurance noted.
In a small town street scene Clarence Tate boasting about his father, a prominent preacher, triggers taunts from a friend. The exchange highlights local pride and playful bragging within a close community.
The passage discusses Assam teas noted for quality and distinctive character, mentioning Red Rosa Orange Pekoe and related branding terms. It remarks on packaging and perceived value, describing the teas as highly regarded for flavor and aroma.
An elderly, poor woman living in a back third floor room becomes the subject of a well intentioned but misdirected charity effort. A neighbor attempts an introductory visit bearing a geranium and gifts but learns the woman is self reliant, sewing and mending, and holds the community at bay. The encounter ends with the donor returning home chastened by the misreading of the elderly woman’s pride and life.
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