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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 20, 1932
Page
2
Acton and peers including Toronto Hamilton Niagara Falls Lindsay Goderich refuse to meet the hydro payment to the United States. The Collingwood Bulletin notes growing resistance and says if other commissions act similarly the provincial body will learn the true opinion of municipalities. It criticizes the Ontario Municipal Electrical Association executives as rubber stamping Mr Maguire's appointees.
Opinion argues against a new highway through Halton County citing existing routes and costly bridge work. It urges diverting freight to rail and insists any expansion be funded by the benefiting cities, prioritizing Milton to Acton alignment before a southern bypass.
The Acton Relief Committee, organized last year, will again oversee welfare work in Acton amid calls for greater publicity. Members note public dissatisfaction with hidden activities and emphasize privacy to protect those in unfortunate circumstances while continuing the committee’s aid and guidance from the Welfare Board.
Editorial criticizes belated notices of school grant reductions and retroactive power rate charges. It condemns provincial departments for shifting financial burdens to municipalities, undermining public trust and predictable budgeting across communities.
Editorial notes praise groups of local young men forming clubs during restricted times. They suggest these times bring compensations and opportunities for youths to organize and pursue activities beyond traditional outlets.
A reflective piece discusses party politics and public broadcasting reforms, noting the impending Radio Commission. It highlights Duff Railway concerns, Hallowe en celebrations, Imperial Conference verdicts, and the cost of protection. It surveys Canadian skates, petroleum refining, and fuel production in 1931 with figures and trade.
A diary-style reflection celebrates acquiring a hand powered washing machine after years with tub and washboard. The writer revels in new ease, notes partner’s skepticism, and contrasts life with and without modern conveniences while recounting a local fair visit and concern over monkey race entertainment for children.
Slats narrates a quirky week as family events, a tax assessor visit, a near suicide note, and small town happenings unfold. The diary entries mention Pa selling, Annie Blunt thinking of suicide but killing her dog, a Sunday School episode, and local quirks. It notes political candidate squabbles and a trip plan to the sea shore with Mr. Gillem.
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