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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 31, 1957
Page
14
The October 31 1957 issue discusses a rural fire area agreement between townships and the town to fund a new fire truck and improved protection. It notes prior lack of service, the compromise reached, and hopes for a three year renewal to maintain fire coverage. The piece also covers aging conference calls for tax relief on seniors and a FAO report on diet costs and welfare programs worldwide.
The piece reflects on an Acton auction of machinery and equipment at Panto of Wool Combing Corp. It notes Frederick Street access, road work, and a busy 16 year span with multiple buyers. It recalls early auctioneers William Hemstreet and K J Rey, mentions Boy Scouts activities and local volunteers, and observes ongoing shifts in ownership and purpose amid changing times.
Farmers and hunters clash each season over trespass and damaged gates as some careless hunters ignore requests for permission. A Dundalk area farmer reports a misidentified cow shot as a deer, highlighting risks from a few irresponsible hunters amid general cooperation.
A reader letter discusses a proposed exemption from school tax for residents over 60 who own homes. The writer argues against excluding groups from funding local programs and highlights potential ripple effects on pensions and municipal costs. The editorial preview notes a related piece criticizing the age based exemption.
A Health league report cites National Office of Vital Statistics showing life expectancy gains since 1900 02 to 1955 for both sexes. White men aged 20 who reach 65 now have higher survival odds and more men reach 65. women show even stronger gains with over four in five living to see children mature.
The page lists church schedules for Acton Ontario including Baptist Knox Presbyterian United and Anglican churches with service times for November 1 and 3 and notes events such as a Turkey Dinner and guest ministers. Connected details include addresses, pastors, and church roles.
A club gathering at the Acton YMCA showcased colored slides on model railroading. Members organized a viewing session with emphasis on scenery and dioramas while attendees engaged in the slideshow presentation.
Obituary details J Jennings a long time Acton resident and World War I veteran of the 122nd Battalion died suddenly at the Guelph hospital. His service included time in Canada and Brae Drde before returning to Acton where he resided. Interment at Waco cemetery with Walker Lodge members attending.
October meeting of the Bansnochburn WEO was held at the school with attendance of the chair. Minutes approved. Activities included Institute Ode, reports on area convention, program by Grandmothers and readings by several members. Notes covered annual business and aging topics. Meeting closed with Queen and Institute Grace.
The clipping recounts incidents from 1907 and 1937 in Acton and nearby areas. It mentions a tax dispute involving James Marchment, police actions, and arrests, then shifts to a 1937 scene with Owen Madden in Toronto linked to a roadside incident and police response.
A dense directory listing professionals and services in Acton Ontario including physicians dentists lawyers and accountants along with schedule notes for local coaches and Canadian National Railways travel times and office hours. The page lists Dr Carreie Dr Leibe Dental services C F Leatherland Barrister A Braida solicitor and other firms with contact details and hours.
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