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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 26, 1946
Page
2
The town and district celebrate a successful cooperative effort to honor locals who served. After many meetings in the fall, Reeve, Councillors, and citizens from all walks of life contributed to a warm, unifying welcome for returning members. Any omissions will be corrected.
Acton Branch of the Canadian Legion seeks Liquor Control Board approval to sell beer at its Main Street premises. The editor voices strong opposition, urging the board to refuse to protect returned service members and the community, noting Acton already has two licensed hotels. The piece underlines democratic free expression and local service to country and empire.
The article notes how wartime absence of youth hit farm social life as communities lost traditions. Automobiles and trucks improved access to towns reducing isolation but hurting country spirit. When families returned many found old pastimes faded and sought substitutes, risking a decline in local rural recreation.
A district reports renewed effort to bring back local sports and full use of the arena for all year round entertainment. Young people contribute through winter concerts and community events to support local projects and fund community improvements.
The article traces Mark Twain’s account of river pilots forming a hard driving union on the Mississippi, its control over traffic and fees, and the collapse of piloting when railroads and tugs reshaped the era. It links labor history to modern industry shifts and notes a Canadian glass firm’s soda ash free window glass. It highlights the Salvation Army Red Shield Campaign as a community force and urges support for its work regardless of race or religion.
Editorial notes discuss strikes and potential consolation from international boundaries. It notes Fire Prevention Week October 11 to 12 urging homes and factories to reduce winter fire risk. It mentions Canada price controls costs and questions about regulation impact. Daylight Saving Time ends this week with clocks set back Sunday morning.
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