Acton Hydro Debenture Plan Faces Ratepayer Scrutiny
Ontario Hydro officials say no rate increase this year yet Acton ratepayers may pay via municipal taxes. A debenture of 35 600 is discussed to cover Acton expenditures including an $8 000 truck and a $4 000 billing machine with council or voters perhaps approving at the elections. The piece notes sidewalk repairs and road work as priorities, and laments the shift from laborious tasks to push-button devices in rural fairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario Hydro
Acton
Hydro
Ontario Hydro Electric Commission
Cameron Street
Of-Counsil
H.E.P.C
Clerical costs and productivity amid the drive for records
A U S management consultant argues that clerical work, or clemkocrocy, has hampered US efficiency. He cites that one clerk per farmer exists, with clerical salaries taking about one ninth of national income. Banks, insurers, chemicals, and textiles show high office work shares, and 20 cents is the cost to create a single business paper. He questions what could be produced if record keeping shifted to production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Emmett J. Leahy
United States
Canada
Changing Exhibits at the Fair Reflect Historic Crafts
The article recalls past fair highlights such as baking contests fancy work quilts and dairy butter displays. It laments the disappearance of old stalls including harness maker exhibits and sewing machines that once showcased farm craft and industry.
Canada Savings Bonds Offer Simple Safe Savings
Discussion touts Canada Savings Bonds as the finest savings form with a 374 percent interest rate and full face value resale. The eighth series aims at small investors with a $5 000 limit and options for instalments or payroll deductions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Canad
Victory
Home ownership as a priority for families
A writer argues home ownership remains essential despite competing costs. They note TV and car expenses rival mortgage outlays and praise potential new regulations and bank involvement to ease buying. The piece stresses homes should be the top family financial priority.
Acton Ontario Study Charts Municipal Responsibilities
A provincial committee led by Premier Frost reviews tax and service duties for Acton and nearby towns. The 105 page Progresn Report outlines urbanization effects, boundary readjustments, and shared duties across provincial, federal, and municipal governments including police, fire, roads, hospitals, schools, libraries, and social services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario
Frost
Progresn
Acton
Fisher and Coon Spark a 14 lb 7 oz Pike Catch
A fishing tale from Sixteen Mile Creek ends with Lloyd Fitzsimmons landing a 14 pound 7 ounce pike after a minnows bait misfire. Game warden Dudley Hilchcox notes the catch near Georgetown.
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Lloyd Fitzsimmons
Oakville
Fitzsimmons
Dudley Hilchcox
St Alban's Anglican Church October Sunday Services
Sunday School at 9 am and worship at 11 am with youth activities. Dar aiines and morning service lead into the day’s focus on faith and service. Trans poch lists and parish notices outline confirming schedule for Trans the transforming Sunday and evening worship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sutcay
da Aiines
Clase
Acton Professional Directory and Travellers Guide
Directory of Acton physicians dentists accountants real estate and services with office addresses and hours. Includes Dr. W. G. Kenney Dr. Garrett Dr. Buchanan C F Leatherland and more plus Wright Real Estate and insurance and the Victor B. Rumley Funeral Home and bus rail schedules.
The Good Old Days In Acton Awaits Jubilee Welcome
A 1903 Acton note recalls English arrivals who work in tanneries and settle as desirable citizens. Dr S A McKeague sells practice and plans Winnipeg move. Dr W H Lowry moved to Guelph last year, to be replaced by Dr Ault. Thanksgiving public holiday. theater program by Harold Jarvis at Acton Lodge promises notable entertainment. Guelph Business College offers broad commercial courses.
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Acton
S.A. McKeague
Winnipeg
McKeague
W.H. Lowry
Guelph
Hedy
Ault
Jarret’s Dormers
Orillia
Aultsville
Storms County
Acton Lodge
Harold Jarvis
Detroit
Guelph Business College
October notes and local incidents from Acton area
Locals report October harvest for turnips and raspberries. A fire destroyed Albert Sconlon’s barn near Caprine. Fergus high rugby beat Acton 1 0. Acton Algonquin enrolment hits 110. Charley De Draper spoke at United Church anniversary. Births and deaths noted including Vincent birth in Acton. A postal clerk jokes about fragile package with the 10 Commandments.
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Billy Turner
Albert Sconlon
Capringe
Fergus High School
Acton High
Acton
Charley de Draper
Beameville
United Church
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Hardis
Volare
John
Che Acton
Ree Press
St. E. Acton
Audit Bureau of Circula- Hons
C.W.N.A
Ontario-Quebec
CWN
Post Office Department
Ottawa
G A. Dis
Kim Dill
Cuunchla
Aize Am Acton
Trophica
Georgetown
Georgetown Herald
Marjorie McCready
Iat Lon
Sippsane Sears
Normaty Hebertson
Joe Hamilton
Rockwood
Ced
Mos Voriar Waleiam Jhs
Malton Amnien Eiuher
Sulverwouod
Dublin
Rannovkburn
Norval
Ashvrew
Lomer House
Norval Junior
Hornty
Suhier
Mr and
Ro Rennick
John Bradley
Hornby
Wilfred Harding
Limehouse
Lloyd McEnery
Canan Edwin Jacques
St. John's Church
Nassagaweya
St. George's
Lonvaille
CMB
St. James
Swan
Manitoba
Geengwelown
Haus
Tom Hewson
Stone Plant
P Sunbeam
Bank Rominee
Cedarvale
Eo Tyers
Milton
Beres
Trafalgar Township
Fecall
United Church OF Canada
Friendly Church
E. A. Currey
Bower Avenue
Phonie
O. M Lampard
A.M
ST. Alban’s Church
Ralph E Proce
Sd Johr
Bypu Fa
Preston Parsday
Ociter
Mission Corele
Acd
Pressyterlan Church
Robert H. Armstrong
Ce Wershp Bagus A
Wacom Welome Awai
Professional Directory and
Travellers’ Guide
D. A. Garrett
Willow and
River Sts
River Street
A. J. Buchanan
Leishman Block
Mallet
C. F. Leatherland
Marrister & Holiilier
Sen
Ever & Hoskin Chartered Accountants
Suuccessora Ta Jenkins and Tardy
Hidg
Victoria St. Torunta
Ken
Gerald A. Candler
Chartered Accountant
Avton
H. Leib
Mill
Frederick Streets
B.D. Young
B.v-5c. Co
L. Young
D.V.M. Veterinary Surgeons Office
Brookville
Oakis
Knox Ave Acton
Methus
E. Raiffe RR
Bean General Lesurtere
Mill ST. Acton
D J, Armstrong
Chiropractice
John Bt. N. Acton
Victor B. Rumley
Dave FA Lampard
Plano Studio United Church
Park Ave Guelph
Gray Coach Lines
Sun
Canadian National Railways
Daly
Daly Sar
Sunder
GTMH
Ima
Pulp and Paper
Vincent - In
EM. Vincent
Elisha Wesley Lane
Clive Griffin
Iwan Abe
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