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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 07, 1933
Page
2
The Acton Bree Press outlines subscription rates at 700 dollars yearly in advance with options for single issues and address changes. It describes cancellation practices and payment methods, plus detailed advertising rates for legal notices and notices of births marriages and deaths, with a note on liability for errors.
Despite the legal sale of liquor, illicit speakeasies remain active in New York City. Only about 5 100 liquor license applications were filed amid strict issuance rules, while illicit dens assure continued business, citing established customers and tax advantages. The Liquor Control Act seems ineffective given persistent stills and home-brew licenses, with profits cited as the driving motive.
The community urges municipal leaders to actively pursue a second Provincial Highway line. Unemployed locals seek work and rely on decisive action from Acton’s Reeve and Councillors as talks stumble and outdoor ice scheduling lingers.
The article recalls Sir Arthur Currie's life from Vancouver businessman to wartime Commander-in-Chief of the Canadian Army. It notes his postwar role as Principal of McGill University and his reputation for common sense and empathy. His death is described as a great loss to McGill and to the public, marking end of a notable career.
A Bowmanville editorial questions the value of the local Business Men's Association blaming many members for inaction. It credits about a dozen proactive businessmen for past successes and urges all merchants to support the group to prevent decay and maintain town improvement efforts.
The piece notes a quiet Monday with Christmas expectations and letters to Santa. It mentions municipal election dates on December 22 and reflects on Mayor J B Mackenzie losing his bid in Georgetown, a coincidence with Josh Gibbons also being a former Acton resident.
The lesson highlights Paul’s tactful yet fearless defense before Felix and Drusilla in Caesarea. He refuses accusations by proving their lack of evidence, defends the resurrection, and urges personal repentance, noting Felix’s terror but his pursuit of a convenient season.
A good laugh benefits body and mind and acts as a tonic. Real hearty laughter breaks gloom, spreads smiles, and lifts spirits. It should be frequent and sincere to help face the world with confidence and cheer.
A guest hurries to settle his bill and catch a train with minutes to spare. He sends a boy to Room 427 to fetch his pyjamas and shaving kit, returning breathless to report they were left behind.
Ships entered at Canadian ports and outports through March 31, 1933 totaled 114,204 with 7,983,836 net tons. Foreign vessels led coastwise entries, while British Columbia ports registered the highest vessel counts and tonnage, followed by Quebec and Nova Scotia. River and lake shipping was strongest in Ontario with 12,058,100 tons. Major port tallies include Vancouver 2,148 vessels and 5,529,808 tons, Montreal 981 vessels and 9,647,117 tons, and Halifax 1,161 vessels and 3,420,681 tons.
A company credits doubling its business to a simple rule: give the customer more for their money. The piece argues that workers who go beyond what is expected earn security and advancement, while average performers risk job loss and stagnation. It stresses loyalty, efficiency, and finishing tasks over leaving at five.
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