27 Sep 1928
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 27, 1928
Page
1
Editorial notes tourism revenue in Canada surpasses most industries, with last year’s expenditure over 275 million dollars. It highlights natural attractions like the National Parks in the Rocky Mountains and provincial parks in Eastern Canada, preserved as public playgrounds and sanctuaries for wildlife.
Monday last week saw the opening of the county equalization hearings with Judge Elliott of Milton Judge Justin of Brampton and County Registrar Victor Chisholm appointed to hear the appeal Trafalgar valuator Robert Marsh asked for six weeks adjournment but was denied the court granted ten days The question arises why Trafalgar which supplies the material for the court is unready and seeks delay while snow covers the ground and a longer adjournment is requested.
The feature drawing hundreds yearly is Acton's ready access to surrounding regions. With 32 passenger trains and 18 buses, both locals and non-car owners can reach the fair easily. Transport links will help Acton Fair remain a popular gathering spot as entertainment continues to attract visitors.
The 1028 Acton Fall Fair drew record crowds and new exhibitors under President Kerr. Notable innovations included subject related addresses and public contests on opening night with provincial officers as guests. The fair achieved higher attendance, more entries, and boosted receipts, aiming to become an annual institution.
Delegates at the Geneva Assembly focus on alcoholism and opium smoking, adopting a resolution to investigate beverage abuse and the harmful effects of poor quality hard liquor. The text urges governments to curb cross border contraband and vows international action toward ending beverage-driven illicit trade.
The Toronto Evening Telegram reports Premier Ferguson will convene a third Ontario Legislature session early February and then likely call an election next June. It notes Ferguson’s aim to seek a renewed mandate after the third session, as past Conservative practice in peacetime.
The document complains of a Mercury Acton Fair report full of inaccuracies misnaming horse owners and winners while praising the fair’s event but noting the paper lagged years behind. It identifies Alex Waldie at age 52 and R J Kerr as president with Duncan McDougall misattributed.
Two years after introducing a silver cup for school exhibits, Lorne School wins the permanent trophy as teachers and pupils show growing enthusiasm. Acton and other schools contribute strong displays, signaling a bright future for the Acton Fall Fair.
The Brampton Conservator praised last week’s Fair Number for its thorough presentation and Brampton enterprise. Farmers Advocate notes if immigrants work as hard and speak as little as Robert Forke did, Canada’s immigration policy could be easier to manage. Newmarket Era commends Acton Free Press for a worthy Fair Number and notes Fall Fairs are alive. The 1928 commercial apple crop across Canada reaches 3,157,360 barrels, the highest since 1923, with gains in British Columbia but declines in Nova Scotia New Brunswick Quebec and Ontario. The county’s crop is described as a failure despite overall growth.
Neighborhood notes record visits and greetings as residents from Milton and nearby towns gathered at homes on Tacust Street Burlington and Norwood Park Chicago. An accident near Milton involved a carpenter injuring his knee, while several travelers returned from Muskoka and Georgian Bay holidays.
Oakville residents on four month England holiday. Daylight saving ends September 90. Geo W Bailey travels to Hamilton for farewell visit to a missionary brother in India. Ore brigade responds to tannery fire with no damage. Dr W P Jebb moves office to Colborne and Dundas. W H Chipley takes vacation to Montreal and Ottawa. Dr Dunton visited en route to Toronto. Ex-Warden Jane Fon is reported improving in Guelph. Cal and Mrs W Mackendrick and Georgina Mackendrick depart for Algonquin Park vacation. Donald A Smith and others attend Rotary picnic in St Catharines.
Mrs T A LePatourel returns from England while Ruby Pearse holidaying at Niagara Falls and Buffalo. Dr J Q Waler and family stay in Exeter. Kathleen Minnen and others depart for Bishop Bethune School Oshawa. Paul Fisher judges fruit at Western Fair London. Rev E Val Tilton conducts services at Trinity and Wesley churches. Attendees and judges travel to Acton Fall Fair for fancy work. Nurse Miss Dockrell visits from South Carolina. Maurice Burns family visit from Peru.
Georgetown’s ball team defeated Acton 11 to 10 on Saturday in a close contest. Several local residents visited town over the weekend including Samuel Worden of Acton and Minnie Coffen from Toronto. Mrs Gowman Truax of Bartonville spent the weekend with friends here. Dr. Dickle attended Alumni events at Emmanuel College Victoria University Toronto. Firemen held a corn and weather roast in the park last Wednesday night with a good turnout. Dr. Faas has sold his practice to Dr. John Paul who will take over October 1 and reside with his son on Main B Street.
A damaged OCR passage shows a scene with a mall crowd and a child asking about numbers. The text is garbled, mentioning a small boy who answered with a joke about a busy season and a merchant.
Fragmentary notice promises a guaranteed refund if not satisfied with a purchase. It mentions returning the balance to the buyer and refunding money, with vague references to orders and packages. The readable parts are unclear about product, company, or dates.
A North Michigan shopkeeper is approached by a confident elderly Frenchman seeking credit. The exchange runs through a quirky tale of claims and counterclaims as the man invokes marriage and discipline, ending with warnings about handling his wife and a boastful line about control.
Sparse readable details list names Harold Nash and Perry man with titles Notary Public Conveyancer and a finance note about money lent on mortgages with hours 0.20 a.m. to 8.00 p.m. and Saturday hours 7 9 0’clock, in a damaged ad-like segment.
Residents report visits between Munney Ontario and nearby towns. Frank McAllister sold his farm at Erin to Howard Stocklair with possession through spring. Mary Lake of Van Nuys funeral news from the Krin post office arrives by air. Toronto Hunt Club to attend Pair on October 2 featuring Indian hunters hurdle and steeplechase events.
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