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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 27, 1928
Page
5
Editorial notes tourism yields in Canada surpassed only by wheat exports with an estimated rise from last year. It highlights National Parks in the Rockies and Eastern provincial parks as vast preserved playgrounds for people and sanctuaries for wildlife across thousands of square miles.
The initial hearing of the county equalization appeal occurred Monday. Judge Elliott and Judge Justin preside with County Registrar Victor Chisholm. Trafalgar valuator Robert Marsh requested six weeks’ adjournment, refused, but ten days granted. The court questions Trafalgar’s readiness and hints at bias toward valuation amid snow.
The Acton Fall Fair is promoted as highly accessible via strong highway links and ample rail and bus service with 32 trains and 18 buses. The piece argues easy transport attracts visitors and implies fair entertainment will keep drawing crowds each year.
The Acton Fall Fair of 1028 is hailed as the best all round fair since 1868 with record attendance and receipts. President Kerr is praised for energetic efforts and new features including addresses on related subjects and notable public contests. The directorate aims to sustain growth, attract hundreds more exhibitors and thousands of visitors each year.
At Geneva this week delegates endorsed an investigation into the alcohol trade and its social harms. The resolution targets adulterated hard liquor and border bootlegging, urging governments to curb contraband and enforce international treaties.
The Toronto Evening Telegram reports Premier Ferguson plans to recall the Legislature next February and likely seek a new mandate from voters after the third session. The paper notes Ferguson has studied riding conditions in preparation for a June election and continuing in office beyond the session’s end.
The Mercury’s account of Acton Fair drew criticism for errors and misidentifications. Readers note names and winners were incorrect while praising overall coverage of Acton’s largest event and the Fair Board’s reaction.
The Acton Free Press notes rising interest in the school children exhibit at the Fall Fair. Lorne School wins the silver cup permanently for two consecutive years, reflecting improved teacher and pupil cooperation and optimism for future fair success.
The Brampton Conservator lauded last week’s Fair Number and Brampton’s business scene. The Farmers Advocate notes hardworking immigrants ease Ottawa’s department tasks, while Newmarket Era credits Acton Free Press for a commendable Fair Number. Canadian apple crop totals 3,157,360 barrels, BC up 37 percent, NS NB QC ON down small amounts. county crop deemed practically a failure.
A number of residents from Milton and nearby towns attended events yesterday. The report notes visits and holidays across Burlington Randall Tobert Street Walkerville Moyland Norwood Park Chicago and Newmarket with families, teaching plans, and a serious accident involving Demonte Carpentier on the slawatchway near Milton.
Oakville announces Mr and Mrs Bam Garner depart for four months in England. Geo W Bailey bids farewell in Hamilton. A tannery fire alarm caused no damage. Dr W P Jebb moves to Colborne and Dundas. W S Shipley takes vacation to Montreal Ottawa. Rotary picnic in St Catharines attended by local residents.
A scan of social items mentions Mrs T A LePatourel returning from England, Miss Ruby Pearse holidaying at Niagara Falls and Buffalo, Dr J Q Waler visiting Exeter, and students Minara Kathleen Coleman Elizabeth Coleman and Helen Peart resuming at Bishop Bethune Oshawa. Also listed are Paul Fisher acting as judge at a Western Fair event in London and Min J B Freeman and daughter Mia Muriel at Melford Day, plus Rev E V Tilton conducting services at Trinity United and Wesley United in London. Additional notes include H A Foster and Mrs Lucius Walker attending Acton Fall Fair as judges, Miss Dockrell visiting from Queenaville South Carolina, and Mr Maurice C Duma Attle con Negritos Peru visiting relatives the Miczes Burns. A weather roast hosted by Miss Pearl Pearse and Mazel Jarvis entertained local friends in Hamilton.
Georgetown defeated Acton here on Saturday by a score of 11 to 10. Visitors include Samuel Worden of Acton and Minnie Coffen of Toronto. Local social notes mention residents visiting, alumni events at Emmanuel College in Victoria University, and a park roast hosted by the Firemen last Wednesday night. Dr. Maas sells practice to Dr. John Paul who will take over October 1.
A torn fragment shows a child counting and explaining the busy season to a merchant. The text hints at a lesson or exchange about numbers and time, with limited readable names and phrases.
In every cry ways for a pack 3 to date Use any portion of it and if you are not entirely pleased you may return the balance to your grocer and your money will be refunded.
Onland residents Conner Bower Avene and large group listed under Dr J A McNiven physicians and surgeons. Harold Nash farmer M A Wuarrister Bolleier Notary Public Conveyorier Eto Yerryman Block Acton Ontario Money lent on mortgages House 0 20 a m to 6 00 p m Saturdays 13 00 o'clock.
Mrs J. Deagle and son Lloyd of Munsey Ontario called friends on Tuesday. Mrs Walker of Magoraville is visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Overland. Frank McAllister sold his farm 10th Hawk Erin to Howard Stocklatt, possession held till spring. Toronto visitors Mr and Mrs Leach and others hosted Mrs Dave Atchfillan. Mr and Mrs Hingham and son Ulyanes of Dallaycroy visited. Mr Hidler is seriously ill. Warner Millay and Mr and Mrs Frank Havens of Buffalo visited. Mr Prancis Pronk received first letter via the Krin post from Van Nuys Calif announcing the death of his aunt Mary Lake in Van Nuys on Sept 10. Toronto Hunt Club engaged for October 2 will present an afternoon program of Ladies Hunters hurdle jumping and water jump events.
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