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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 22, 1955
Page
17
The piece celebrates autumn's beauty as a time of renewed activity and community engagement, noting farmers face subsidies and market pressures. It argues Canada must adjust to world prices or expand domestic consumption, avoiding harm to global balance.
In Vancouver the British Columbia premier proposed devaluing the Canadian dollar to 90 cents arguing a high dollar harms individuals. He cited B C’s 95 cent value and a five percent sales tax. The speech praised road building and public works in part two of his address.
The piece argues against strikes and force as methods to resolve labor-management differences. It notes government intervention and conciliation have limited value if parties refuse to be reasonable, urging recognition of opposing positions. It cites postwar efforts to avoid war and warns against applying coercion domestically.
A magazine survey notes young couples aged 25 to 36 with incomes of 4000 to 7000 a year rent 85 to 135 monthly or pay 12000 to 25000 for a 20 year mortgage. Suburbs grow around cities as planners expect population increases and Canadians borrow heavily amid the changing economy.
The article praises early railway builders who forged through Rocky Mountain terrain with limited gear and strong backs. It notes modern road methods are impressive but the legacy of ancient routes remains celebrated as Western Canada sees record travel by rail and air does not yet surpass it.
The Acton Free Press launches a weekly Bible reading feature in partnership with the Upper Canada Bible Society. The column will share true adventures and experiences with the Book of Books and offer daily readings for readers. The note cites global Bible distribution years and press statistics from publishers.
A British Queen Mother figure backs Bible readings to guide personal life and national values. The Society promotes public copies of the Bible as support and comfort, referencing various scripture readings and daily devotional suggestions.
Sentimental tale follows a boy who sneaks a goat for a walk during wartime. His house is wrecked by a bomb while he is away, prompting a journey to a familiar cottage. The piece notes readers may recall a film and a new library book related to the East.
The Peel Home renovation completes a new apartment wing as Peel County hosts the Sept. 25 ceremony. Reeve William Arehall chairs a Balding Committee, with Keisa Roberts delivering remarks. The event marks the historic site dating to 1898 with past partnerships and renovations outlined. Canada’s imports exceeded exports by 65 million in 1953.
The notice lists church events for September 25 1955 including Sunday School and Morning Worship at 11 15 a.m. and 10 30 a.m. Church School, Rally Day Service at 11 00 a.m. and Evening Worship at 7 00 p.m. plus 8 30 p.m. Bible Society Fireside in Parish Hall. Ray H Costerus pastor at 115 Bower Ave phone 206w.
The notice lists religious services for Sunday September 1955 including 10:00 Holy Communion 11:00 Morning Prayer and Sermon 7:30 Evensong and Sermon. Wednesday features 8:00 Cottage prayer meeting 9:00 Holy Communion 11:00 Beginners Class 7:00 Evening service 8:30 Bible study with Biddle Society.
In 1905 Acton sees push to curb liquor sales at hotels within a mile and discussions on temperance amid agricultural fairs. Council notes premature frosts and a hazardous Main Street sidewalk. C W Mason hosts a corn social for Acton Cornet Band. Margaret Johnstone lands a teaching post in Acton. An exhibition concert plans spark on site talent and a resigning high school staffer. Catvsdian boundary text appears in transit.
The area hosts field day results with Douglas Smith losing the ABC yard race to Vernon Agnew and Francis Papilion. Opening of the Y M C A is planned with a souvenir Fred Preas edition. Presbyterial meeting at Campbellville’s St David’s Church and community church shifts include Rev Easter moving to Yorkton Sask. Mill Street resurfacing finished. Unity Men’s clubs form with Maurtun and Reid as leaders. Roadwork at Headmarue’s addition raises a new phase in town.
Directory listing for physicians dentists optometrist real estate agents lawyers accountants and teachers in Acton and nearby towns. Includes office addresses phone numbers hours and service notes with several entries for Dr Buckner Buchanan Leib Buckner Young engineers and other professionals along with real estate and legal services and a piano teacher.
A fragmented timetable entry lists daily and Sunday services with times for several lines and destinations including Georgetown and Guelph. The text is garbled but indicates morning and late evening departures and a Sunday-only service in places.
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