Who Is Running the Town In Late 1950s Newfoundland Style
Editorial questions who controls local governance after Mayor Cook outlines plans to shift water sewer and street crews to an administrator following the dissolution of the Public Utilities Commission. A three month trial is proposed though no names or formal authorization are presented, raising concerns about council oversight and transparency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cook
Public Utilities Commission
Acton
Mace
Fire by-products reveal traffic danger during incidents
Observers crowded a fire scene as cars lined the road creating a major obstruction. The piece urges motorists to stay clear of rural routes during fires to allow access for emergency crews and save lives.
Outlawed Hollywood Exhaust Remains On Streets
The piece condemns loud Hollywood exhausts and diesel smoke from vehicles as offensive nuisances and public health threats. It notes the motor vehicle act amendment banning the exhaust and calls for stricter enforcement as engines remain poorly adjusted, spewing fumes and decibels on city streets.
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Hollywood
Let Us Give Thanks Monday Observance Noted
The piece outlines Canada s General Thanksgiving as a long standing holiday with varied historical dates starting in 1879 It tracks changes after World War II and notes merged and separated observances The text ends with poetic reflections on gratitude toward everyday blessings and acts of kindness across society
Thanksgiving Gratitude From a Pen Pal's War Time Reflections
A wartime confession of gratitude for simple comforts. The writer lists health, three meals daily, shelter, warm blankets, loyal friends, and a patient wife as enduring blessings despite hardship. He laments doctors bills and scarcity yet emphasizes contentment and family, expressing hope for better days ahead.
Ambiguous Phrase Reflects Miscue in Public Dialogue
A fragmentary lineset hints at a playful, melancholic mood with questions about life. The text questions liveliness and gratitude, mixing meriment and delight in a provisional, conversational tone.
Prohibition Start Captured In Town Hall Photo
Miss Em Hawthorne identifies men in a framing photo from the Prohibition start at Acton. The image shows two groups of sober men with a dog sampling liquor near a ditch while townsfolk recall the event as vivid local history.
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Prewure
Miss Em Hawthorne
Xememan
Acton
Miss Hawthorne
Milton Henderson
William Hawthorne
John Brown
Reuben McNel
Bill Smith
Sandy Bell
C. T Brown
Tom Henderson
Frank Gamble
Sda
Mistarcal Mheeum
Bere Mt
Acton Pentecostal Tabernacle Sunday Schedule
Read eth Jo Red Pastor J bhone 649-W services listed for October 11 with times for Sunday School Morning Worship Evangelistic Prayer and Bible study plus assembling note You Are Always Welcome Rev BAPTIST CHURCH ACTon Pastor Gordon M Holmes BA service at 115 Bower Avenue October 1959 schedule includes church school prayer and worship times and Wednesday prayer meet details
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Lschool
Acton
Schoal
Jeu Garr
Mertine
Beach Safety Tips for Family Swimming and Sunbathing
Tips advise choosing beaches without undertows and staying with companions. Lifeguards monitor safety while readers learn to gauge water depth and limit sun exposure. Use broad sunscreen on exposed skin and avoid risky overcast illusions. Be cautious and keep within time limits.
Old Times Echoes From 1939 1968 Local Events
Readable excerpts recall a 1939 province fair with prizes and Red Cross branch plans. The 1968 note covers relocation board meetings, lawn growth concerns, extended school hours, and a fatal fire at a butcher’s home with ensuing inquiries.
Acton Professionals and Services Directory Panel
A dense roster lists doctors dentists lawyers real estate appraisers and more serving Acton Ontario with office hours contact numbers and locations. The directory also shows bus and rail schedules from Grey coach lines and Canadian National Railways, detailing daily routes times and stops.
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Ning
Open Council
Canada
The
Acton Free Press
Dills Printing and Publishing Co
Liensted
Millio
Acton C
Aad
G A Dit
David R. Dike
ESS
Sugar and Spee
Ditches
Tmale
Bayview Cemetery
Aoman
Ubat Tim
BY Bill Smiley
Dog
Presbyterian Church IN
OX Church
Andrew Ho McKenzie
United Church OF Canada
Adon
Ontario
Gordon Adams
Miniister
George Flln
Church OF ST. Alban the Martyr
Jeffrey St
Sehout
Jonior
Christian Reformed Church
J Nutma
Queen St. Box
Church of the
Tipson
Van'’S
Rts
Benen
Parmer Mtane
MD Dirertion
Dawidon
Interactite
Mackey Club
WFP
Clayton
Fo Terry
Woo
Del
Red Cross
Thosanto
Counettlor
Mason Peesuter
Herve Pop McCutcheon
Box
McDart- Arnold
Wi md
Mi Wok
Shholar
Young Street
Lao
Willan Sratt
Scatt
Jentie Given
Brin
Reeta
Farryin
Professional Directory and
Travellers’ Guide
W. G. C. Kenney
Symon Lock
Mill
Avton
Charen St FE
D. A. Garrett
Comer
Willow and Haver Bt
Rover
St Acton
Ant
Robert D. Buckner
Welling
St. Acton
Real Estate Andance
H. Leib
Ofer - Corner Mill and
Frederick Streets
A. J. Buchanan
C. F. Leatherland
Ce Woure
Samnedave
Noly Office
Pheme - Ressil Acton
A. Braida
B.A. Reister Selientar
Notary Public
Main St S. Acton
Cork St
Fo Guelph
Hastings & Payne Parrnters
Solidare Otarieg
Fanale
E. Shormaker
Mar
A. D. Moore
D.C
E. L. Buchner
R.O
tAcousticon
Mill St
Robert R. Hamilton
JRL
Guelph St. Georgetown
Ont
Lever & Hoskin Chartered Accountants
Main St
King St
Brampton Toronto
Gray Coach Lines
Sun
ASR
HESS
Sat
Wolf
Canadian National Railways
Flagstop
Georgeten
Georgetown
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