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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 28, 1938
Page
2
This fragment outlines advertising rate policies and error corrections. It notes that errors in published ads may lead to reproof or adjustments and limits liability to the cost of the incorrect portion. It references the press office approval and signatures required for corrections and refunds.
The piece notes the Agreed Charges provision in the Transport Bill faces opposition from small business and big business alike. It argues critics fear discrimination among large shippers and potential freight rate chaos if competition is removed, questioning broad support for the bill.
At this week’s council meeting Councillor Chapman proposed modest improvements for Acton Park. The plan supports dressing shelters for bathers at Fairy Lake to benefit many while acknowledging a few may misuse the facilities.
The Globe and Mail relocates to a new Toronto facility during spring moving days. The piece reflects on newspaper history, prior offices, and the anticipation of improved service as workers recall past moves and the joy of occupying a modern desk and space.
The Grimsby Independent notes money concentrates in homes of earners. businesses must reach these households to grow. Passive ads in their own quarters miss the market. newspapers place messages where people discuss spending, persuading them before choices are made.
The column praises beautifying highways by planting trees and shrubs along boulevards instead of signboards. It notes existing trees are preserved, new plantings initiated, and laments ubiquitous roadside signs while wondering how wide a road must be for drivers.
Canada's fur farming expanded from under a thousand farms in 1920 to 8 140 by 1936 with silver fox and mink dominating production. The industry generated 6 537 503 in 1936 revenue, driven mainly by pelts, while live animals declined as farms multiplied across provinces.
A mixed reflection on small towns facing social plans and potato season. The piece notes coal production figures for February and critiques radio news replacing newspapers, arguing readers still want local paper coverage and personal news. It cites editor views on subscriber loss and the value of local reporting.
A university leader urges Canadians to face national issues honestly and avoid blame shifting. The letter calls for consistent public accountability, reducing debt, addressing railway deficits, and treating democracy as a duty of citizens and their elected representatives. It argues weekly press should reinforce responsible civic engagement.
The late Tony Oklend left an estate of 316949 dollars, far smaller than sensational reports claimed. Probate shows 83000 shares of Little Long Lac Mines and 50000 dollars in cash, with Oakville property valued at 22000.
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