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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 01, 1938
Page
2
Local notice from the Acton Rete Preas outlines error correction responsibilities for advertisements. It states the advertiser bears the full cost of any error and requires proofs to be signed by the advertiser before publication.
Early nominations have occurred in many centres with few contentious issues. Improved farm conditions and reduced labor troubles have lessened street corner agitation. Acton reports small turnout at nomination meetings, with twenty seven. Councils and boards serve without pay, relying on citizen duty and constructive public service.
Observation notes the Acton to Milton segment of the Promised Road now designated as King’s Highway No 25, with signs visible to travelers. It records eighteen years of waiting, ongoing surface problems, holes endangering vehicles, and gradual improvements while Halton County Council backs a milk pasteurization stance.
A 1930s conference led by Attorney General Conant urged compulsory biannual auto inspections and stronger enforcement. Proposals included patrol expansion, pedestrian regulation, voluntary observer program, more traffic police and educational campaigns to reduce fatalities.
Editorial notes reflect a stark view of the season with deaths rising to 23 before Christmas. Reports cover liquor exports, tobacco use, and gaming revenue while royal rumors unsettle Christmas in the Royal household. Distress over economic strain is noted as Canadians face high fuel and consumer costs.
The text notes residents preferring raw milk and criticizing pasteurized milk while calling Halton County Council's stance into question. It suggests council rush due to attending the Oakville subway opening, implying a hastened decision or discussion. The passage contrasts consumer taste with scientific support.
A Sunday School lesson explores the ninth commandment, condemning false statements and slander. It links truth saying and character to heart beliefs, cites Jesus and Pharisees, and urges surrender of the heart to Christ to produce truthful living.
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