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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 21, 1954
Page
2
The author recalls Hurricane Hazel's devastating path through Ontario last Friday causing widespread flooding. They describe washed highways, impassable roads, a section of bridge washed away, and multiple transport disruptions. At least 60 dead with over 40 missing, with weeks of travel and property restoration ahead.
A family recounts a perilous drive using No 5 highway and Kipling Ave as detours around flooded interchanges. They report police at No 5 and 27 diverting traffic, vehicles stranded in ditches, and cautious progress toward Humber Bridge traffic with rivers and ponds interrupting the route. Mrs Dills accompanies the travelers on this tense night.
The morning and afternoon reports summarize what was endured and what was missed during a six hour trip. Hurricanes and heavy rain are linked to loss of life and property damage in the account.
After the storm, Red Cross Salvation Army and many groups aid victims while warning against unauthorised fund raising. Neighbors and relatives suffer in Ontario with needs lasting weeks before winter. The Ontario Hurricane Relief Fund coordinates central donations for the long rehabilitation.
In Quebec the press notes courteous driving reduced road accidents this year. The Granby Leader-Mail reports safer roads as drivers and pedestrians benefit from disciplined behavior. The Huntingdon Gleaner views calm streets amid daily traffic sparring. Financial Post cites Canada oil output at over 42 million barrels first half 1953, up 26.5 percent from last year. June production reached 7.87 million barrels, up from May.
The author argues that public discourse on Communism is muddled by misinformed jargon and seeks clarity on its basic principles. He contrasts state power with democratic rights, notes mixed portrayals of Russia and Marxist ideas, and urges focusing on core issues rather than sensational condemnation.
A Milton Industrial Development Company request to annex adjacent Trafalgar township lands for industrial use is referred to the council industrial committee for study. Burlington zoning vote scuttles a residential to commercial change for lake shore east property, citing not good planning. Georgetown's Etobicoke business leader eyed to spearhead a 1000 acre eastern development, with annexation of Esquesing township land not yet filed. Burlington population doubles in 19 years from 3 647 to 8 064 with 2 157 buildings. A new bag disposal machine costs $12 000 and borrow approval passed. Oakville sewage expansion to serve 35 650 denied. one plant for Oakville and Trafalgar suggested. Bronte school trustees oppose paying themselves for meetings amid funding a second school. A 14 year old driver fined for driving without a license. father fined for permitting. Palermo horseman buys 473 acre farm east of the community to raise prize Angus cattle. Milton new school ready after mid November with kindergarten classes planned. BC ACTA fellowship of 1200 annually awarded McMaster University Hamilton by Consolidated Mining and Smelting Company. Similar fellowships available to Canadian students.
Thieves ransack C N R station and steal seven cents from the stamp box. Henry Sayers exhibts two prize potatoes. Hinton's store decor upgraded for better displays. Acton Welfare Board discusses relief forms. Georgetown defeats Acton High rugby. Milton Golf Club property to be sold by mortgage route. Knox Young People elect officers. Acton United Church marks tenth anniversary with choir and speaker W B Caswell Oakville. Y M C A building progress notes brick walls up to second floor.
The October 20 1904 issue summarizes various items including Lord Strathcona on opposition to cession to the United States British reporting on Port Arthur and Japanese activity in the fortress with balloons aiding artillery Three acts of public life are noted including Laurier supporters at Munster meetings and Guelph Toronto events Electric Light service begins under electrician Carruthers A Cornet Band plans concerts and needs uniforms Box stalls added at the Domine Hotel Public meetings boost Boxer Rebellion rumors Canadian missionaries Rev McKay and Presbyterians are sought for facts GTR detective Williams returns home with likely deptherta sales
Local listings show physicians Dr W G Kenney and Dr D A Garrett with offices on Mil Street and Willow Street Acton Ontario, veterinarians Dr Y Young and Dr H Leib, funeral home Victor Rumley & Son, real estate firms Bracken W Wright Elliott and others. Public transport schedules list CN Rail coaches with daily and weekend times.
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