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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 19, 1937
Page
2
A seventeenth century style notice from Acton Ontario outlines advertising rate terms and error liability. It states that advertisers must sign corrections in writing and that the publisher is not liable beyond the space occupied by the erroneous ad. The editor is listed as Garlof Dills at 174.
A visitor notes widespread neglect of cemeteries in the Maritime provinces during a Halifax trip. Grass and overgrowth mar many burying grounds, contrasted with Ontario, signaling a potential clean-up campaign opportunity for eastern Canada.
The article notes an Ontario election is almost certainly set for this fall though the exact date is unclear. It questions why voters would seek change and praises the current government’s record while urging all eligible voters to reach the polls.
Statistics compiled by Mrs. Maude H. Kieffer show 49.42 percent of Americans belonged to a church in 1936, up from 46.60 in 1926. Population rose 11,429,000 while church membership gained 4,989,866 between 1926 and 1936, with only Friends and Universalists declining. Ontario mines and smelters report first quarter 1937 production valued at 46,887,079 dollars, up 23.2 percent from 1936.
A fragmented report discusses Daylight Saving Time and rail timetables in Halifax and the Atlantic region. It notes existing time changes and the confusion caused by further shifts, with Western regions also considering adjustments to railway schedules.
Canada’s external trade rose to 1,851,365,000 in the year ended June 30, up 23.8 percent from 1,404,863,000. Imports climbed 23.7 percent to 722,202,000, domestic exports rose 24 percent to 1,113,249,000, and foreign re-exports gained 22.6 percent to 15,915,000. The visible trade balance stood at 406,962,000, with duty collections up 14 percent to 95,578,000.
John Wanamaker founder of the Wanamaker store in Philadelphia is cited as a pioneer in retail advertising. He emphasizes consistent effort warning that stopping ads is like removing a sign and that persistent advertising attracts customers over time.
A speech promotes practical co operation in Canadian towns. It urges individuals to contribute to their community and to speak positively while working with others to drive progress. The speaker emphasizes daily cooperative effort regardless of formal organizations.
The article outlines early cancer indicators such as lumps bleeding persistent sores hoarseness swallowing difficulties and bowel habit changes. It stresses self examination for breast lumps and urges prompt medical consultation for any persistent symptoms.
Tax accounts mailed this week as a contribution to community maintenance. Ontario promises bumper crops while highways risk due to a few offenders. A 50 000 word book reportedly omits the letter e. Air conditioned coaches boost rail travel. Fergus plans three traffic lights amid council critiques. Nickel production in Canada hits a new high for April. A Grimsby editor observes a man with crutches leaving a beverage room and driving off with companions after a rough exit.
The piece argues genius stems from hard toil energy and judgment not luck. It cites Falloon Herschel Paderewski Rembrandt Newton as examples who overcame obstacles through indefatigable labor. It urges youth to seek opportunities rather than wait for them and quotes Charles Kingsley on endeavor and success.
The Department of Highways urges strict action against dangerous driving. Stop speeding, cutting in, and passing on hills to protect citizens. If you witness a reckless driver, note the time and place and report to the Motor Vehicles Branch in Toronto.
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