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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 29, 1949
Page
2
The Acton Agricultural Society hosts the 34th annual exhibition uniting town and country. The event showcases district agricultural products and stock as Oakville reopens its long absent fall fair, continuing Acton’s tradition of growth and community ties.
Walter Legge editor of the Granby Leader Mail dies at 58 after a career shaping weekly journalism across Canada and the United States He served as president of the Ontario Quebec CWNA and led the national CWNA during 1941 42 He chaired the advertising and finance committee and was a dedicated Christian gentleman remembered for his leadership and warmth by colleagues coast to coast and in Granby
An Ontario weekly editor faces violent abuse from the mayor after criticizing a town council plan for public excluded meetings. The Financial Post argues the press duties and public accountability are at stake when large public funds are discussed. Notices on Acton ratepayers reveal a County uniformity schedule causing widespread protest.
Officials outline assessment parity, tax mill rates, and equal treatment for property values. The piece commends Assessor F C Harrap for a major revision while urging careful study of the overall assessment and noting potential lower tax amounts under a new rate. It also touches on post devaluation trade effects and Canadian purchasing guidance.
Next week marks Thanksgiving as Canadians reflect on bounty. Ottawa corporation taxes rose about 25 percent in five months of the current year. Acton Fair is highlighted with weather hoped to be better than last year. A section of No. 25 Highway remains troublesome from Acton to No. 7 and No. 25 junction. Fire prevention week runs October 9 to 15 urging readiness for winter. Guelph Memorial Gardens reports a $27,000 profit in ten months with $11,000 redirected to cut taxes. An Owen Sound fireman died after a wall collapse during firefighting at Dornoch, illustrating the cost risk of cross-town fire responses and shared funding needs.
Unclear OCR text reports Acton versus Perkwood Continuation Schools in recent fixtures with Acton claiming victories. Mentions of players, dates, and venues are garbled but indicate ongoing league play and unresolved results.
In 1890 Acton notes recount a near accident from a mower, a Sunday sermon prompt about lacrosse, and local moves. Michael Lamb adds to a farm. Acton sustains cold weather and fuel worries. Acton lacrosse beats Guelph 7-4. Galt protests Acton wins.
A discussion on engaging with groups through worthwhile causes and volunteering. The text links personal fulfillment to helping others via church, charities, or municipal efforts, noting insurance agents often connect to community service and future security.
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