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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 29, 1962
Page
2
Merchants urge council to pass a by law restricting retail hours in Acton citing a prior by law ruled invalid in court. Petition seeks legalizing the gentleman's agreement that keeps current hours while opponents argue against closing laws and favor merchant freedom to serve customers.
A local commentary laments Acton ratepayers' apathy toward municipal matters as only about 2.4 percent attended last week's nomination meeting and an estimated 35 percent may vote in the 1963 election. It condemns civic disengagement and urges citizens to support willing candidates to govern wisely.
A coroner in Hamilton Ontario proposed a fingerprinting rule to identify murder victims more quickly, arguing it could reveal identities sooner. The suggestion drew criticism as an overreach on civil liberties, while contrasting with calls for tighter firearm purchase records to trace buyers, akin to poison sales requiring signatures.
Gordon E Grundy, president of the Canadian Automobile Chamber of Commerce, emphasizes safety as a daily ongoing effort. An Ontario Safety League report cites a US survey showing only one in two drivers with seat belts fastened, highlighting risk on the road.
A 1942 Acton update notes Friday nominations with about 28 citizens present. Reeve J.McDonald leads with council members elected by acclaim to Public Utilities and School Board posts. Reported civic bonds purchased, Main Bridge work discussed, and community events including a Mayoral fix, a church ceremony for Muriel Evelyn Darby, and a Navy League magazine drive.
Cliff Hibbert, ex assistant assessor, is named town assessor after Joe Gibbons quit to pursue municipal politics. Hibbert, a department veteran, earned MMA letters after completing a Queens University three year course. The change affects local governance and administration.
A reader letters discuss the idea of clapping for sermons and the realities of church life. The piece weighs praise versus disruption, noting ministers balance faith, parishioner demands, and public perception while staying committed to their calling.
Mrs. Chester Allan hosted the Greenock W.2 November gathering with vice president G Wallace presiding. Eleven members and one visitor shared Indian customs or handiwork as the roll call, with E Patterson outlining the essay contest on a Pioneer Church in our Community.
Mrs. D. Henderson hosted a Busy Bee Institute meeting with eight members and one guest. President Mrs. Hayward opened with a reading for Arist Dey, roll call answered with a historical place, and Mrs. E. Coxe gave the Thought for the Day. Speaker Mrs. Trousdale spoke on Historical Research, sharing stories of her ancestors on the Guelph Road. The group sang, viewed photos, and planned social events. Members thanked Henderson for hospitality and luncheon.
A compact directory lists regional professionals including Moore physician at Main Street North, Buchanan dental surgeon on Mill Street, Leatherland QC barrister solicitor notary, Braida barrister solicitor notary, and area phone numbers. Canadian National Railways timetable shows Eastbound and Westbound services to Toronto and Stratford with daily and weekend variations and contact number 840.2450 for more information.
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