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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 26, 1950
Page
9
A Canadian report warns alcohol consumption threatens the nation more than communism. It cites 1948–49 spending on booze and tobacco at 67 million with personal savings down 145 million, and notes rising bootleg activity and more drinkers amid outlets expanding access.
A former justice questions municipal law practice and police powers in Windsor urging reform to improve order and decency. He notes excess legalism, urges courts to focus on culpability, and suggests police could act with more freedom while editors hold responsibility for published content. He also warns drivers to reduce speed after dark and follow lighting rules.
Last week a Toronto school announced a year without report cards. The piece questions the impact of prior changes, asks if exams and incentives improved students, and warns about potential greater state control in education.
The piece quotes Franklin and Shaw on war’s purpose and the folly of fighting for peace. It notes public support for absurd combat ideas while warning that wars cannot end all conflicts. It reflects on history’s view of war and the enduring drive for lasting peace despite repeated clashes.
A notice from the Free Press dated October 25 1560 reports the marriage of William A Landsborough to Ortevia Levens in Toronto officiated by Rev Alexander McMillan. The article notes greetings from friends and their plan to reside on Yongr Street.
The issue notes a new autumn section of Perthas Leet leveled and ready for a baseball game in front of the grandstand. Local teams competed with Nor Alban's and Hewelaus, detailing a mixed slate of matches and community events.
Milton council held special meetings to craft a more equitable water rate system with first reading on a 50 percent increase. Discussions also covered municipal district formation with adjacent townships while showing fire equipment in action. A theft trial for scrap at PL Robertson Manufacturing concluded with Morley fined 79 dollars and Shepherd acquitted. a separate bus incident left David Thailey with a suspended license and a 21 dollar fine.
Georgetown district farmer wins top hbennur in the International Plowing Match at Alliston earning an all expense trip to the British Isles. Hugh Ho Lede, fourth generation farmer, coached by Jim Eccles, secures the prize as in 1949. Also notes a church wedding, a death after a stroke, and other brief local items.
A reader letter recalls a patient named Mes Spinks who died of heart disease while being treated for asthma. The writer questions whether asthma treatment contributed to the death and quotes Dr. with determination discussing fatal outcomes from asthma treatments.
The potato crop is plentiful and Irish living costs may drop this Christmas. The editor hints Junior may want mechanical shovel or bulldozer toys, if not already exposed to real ones. The editor and wife plan to attend a Newspaper Convention in Quebec City this week and return in time for the issue.
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