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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 13, 1951
Page
2
A Fergus News-Record editor praised Acton Ontario streets after a trip, noting a rapid shift from poor to improving roadways. The piece contrasts Fergus and Acton roadwork, implying Acton has advanced paving and better highways than Fergus, with future comments expected on finances and progress.
Oakville and Burlington challenge 1952 equalized assessment figures arguing yardstick standardization differs across Halton. Oakville’s property value jumped to 11 688 000 from 4 813 057, raising county cost share. Burlington, Georgetown seek court review after appeals.
The piece argues coal deliveries to households are down about 30 percent from normal and warns of possible winter shortages and delivery slowdowns. It notes rising costs push buyers toward alternative fuels and recalls wood heating, suggesting energy costs and sourcing affect consumer choices.
The article argues for spreading vital industry away from crowded cores to avoid atom bomb targets. It notes Truman’s defense orders and tax perks to lure plants to suburbs, predicting Canada will follow. It advocates many large towns or small cities near major centers to reduce city congestion.
The article warns that many cars are stolen when left unlocked and urges motorists to lock doors, especially at night. It emphasizes thieves are desperate, riskier, and quicker to flee, while owners face inconvenience and loss but can prevent theft with foresight.
Acton bowlers won fourth prize in a Labour Day tournament at Elora earning walnut library tables. The Beardmore family moved to Montreal, leaving many active citizens. Tug of war crowned Acton champions as two Beardmore teams reached semis. Local youths organized box lacrosse at the Arena with officers chosen. A barn fire destroyed Tarre new berm house and five hundred pullets. Obituary notes Mary Jane Ryder, widow of Danforth Swackhamer, formerly of Acton, died in Toronto.
Reported shooting at the Pan American exposition nearly injured President McKinley as a Polish anarchist fired twice. the assailant was captured. Also notes council discussion on pool hall licensing and new pavement openings, plus local church stations of the cross and a Lake Avenue property sale.
Reader's Digest summarizes Greer Williams on 18 operations showing modern techniques cut death risk to about one in a thousand and restore most patients with normal hearts and kidneys. Anesthetists now induce deep sleep quickly and maintain it, while blood banks make transfusions routine and safer.
The Financial Post notes a potential easing of the great steel shortage next year though shortages may persist in Canada through mid year. US reports signal an inventory correction may take until early 1952 amid CMPlic reforms, with construction sector likely to feel the impact first. The jelly fish plague worries Canadian coastal fishermen as it fouls gear and hurts markets.
A historical professional directory lists doctors, veterinarians, a solicitor, accountants, real estate and insurance agents in Acton Ontario and surrounding areas. It includes office addresses, phone numbers, and services. also notes travel coaches and eye care schedules with city connections and times.
Fragmentary text describes a September festival event titled Our Fortunate Four, mentioning Kent, worship, and Patiences. Details are unclear but indicate a community gathering with stated price 20.00 and a morning program.
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