Advertising Rates and Liability Clause in The Free Press
The Acton Free Press outlines advertising rates including legal notices at ten cents per line for first insertions and five cents for subsequent lines, with additional charges for “Coming Attractions” and In Memoriam notices. It states display rates vary by space and limits liability for errors unless corrections are written and approved, with liability capped at the cost of the ad.
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Sword
Free Press
Ite
Rumors of War Stir Debate on Peace and Civilization
The editorial questions the wish for lasting peace after war noting treaties seem fragile as nations test military strength. It questions the value of war if agreements cannot endure and calls for tolerance and understanding between nations. It laments lack of civility in international relations and warns against repeated slaughter.
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Europe
Euhopus
Halton voters face three candidates as election looms
The Halton electorate may choose from at least three candidates with Liberals and Conservatives historically dominant. Past results show Liberal gains in Halton despite Conservative strength, and even a UFQ presence. Current races suggest no certainty about the repeat of past outcomes.
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Halton
E.C. Drury
Acton
Will Rogers Dies At Aged Peak Of Fame
The passage notes the death of Will Rogers who had a gift for humor on radio and screen. He was internationally known and admired, and his loss is mourned by many including the neighboring republic that enjoyed his wit. Condolences pour in from across the world.
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Will Rogers
Rogers
Public thanks for lower tax notices praise for officials
A reader comments on tax notices showing lower rates this year and urges appreciation for public officials. The writer notes the ease of praise when rates fall and asks readers to acknowledge the efforts that reduced the bill.
Three Toronto burglaries thwarted by prompt tips
In a Toronto morning paper three house breakings ended with burglars arrested after neighbors reported suspicious activity and alerted police. The Cobourg Sentinel-Star praises citizen cooperation as a model for improving public safety and catching criminals.
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Toronto
Cobourg
Just Next Door On Friday the Canadian National Exhibition Opens
The editorial notes the Canadian National Exhibition opening Friday in Toronto. It highlights the fair’s long tradition, continual renewal, and broad appeal drawing visitors from a wide area and marking a valued part of Canadian life as summer fades into fall.
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Toronto
Acton and Burlington Face Rising Costs and Unemployment
Regional notes describe Burlington facing higher water rates and taxes due to a water works extension. Acton shows relief spending of nine thousand dollars in July while factories expand and unemployment remains largely absorbed. The Dominion voters lists printing in Ottawa is criticized as inefficient and costly amid ongoing industrial activity in Acton.
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Burlington
Acton
Dominion
Ottawa
The Sunday School Lesson Harnabas and the early church
The lesson portrays Barnabas as a good holy man who was full of the Spirit and faith. It notes unity in the Jerusalem church, the distribution to those in need, the spread of the gospel to the Gentiles from Antioch, and Barnabas and Saul teaching and strengthening new believers. The Hand of the Lord blessed their work and many turned to the Lord.
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Jerusalem
Antioch
Barnabas
Jesus
Jesus Christ
Tiat
Wien
Gal
Barnaban Forte
Saul
Barnabias
Judaee
Judaea
Rvexpandon
Bngdan
Experimental Letter Compares Locomotives and High Speed Machines
An experimental letter analyzes power and speed differences between the Cheltenham Flyer locomotive and other high speed machines. It notes locomotive power ranges from 2,070 to over 6,000 horsepower and contrasts train weights with aeroplanes cars boats. The CN Rail 6100 type locomotive weighs 354 tons and is rated at 2,900 horsepower.
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Great Western Railway
England
Canadian National Railway
Worm Exterminator Praised by Manny Mothers
Local mothers testify to the usefulness of Mother Graves Worm Exterminator from experience. They describe effective pest control and relief from worm issues in their households.
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Manny
Mother Graves
Always Ready Wife and Lazy Husband Pun
A quip about marital roles in which the wife curses the marriage for lack of work while the husband jokes about night work. The excerpt laments loving men with admiration, pity for faults, and forgiving injuries as a broad reflection.
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Dewcey
Some Consolation Poem Inquiries At Magazine
A fragment cites a poet asking if the magazine will publish a poem and an editor replying there may be a chance while joking about life. The exchange includes a biblical allusion to Jesus and a comment on authority and sunlight reaching a flower.
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