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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 08, 1938
Page
2
The notice from Garlof Dills, editor, explains that misprints and missing text invalidate portions of advertisements. It states the advertiser must cover the full space cost for any corrected or reprinted ad, with the newspaper charged for the unused space. The press office will publish corrections.
The article urges early Christmas buying and paying limits to fit the giver’s means. It stresses shopping in Acton stores to support the local economy and reduce travel, noting early purchases secure the best selection and benefit the community. Merchants and customers should cooperate to maximize local spending.
The Acton area embraces strong winter hockey interest nine years after a rink opened in 1929 30. The project has built an operating surplus, reduced principal faster than interest, and remained popular with minimal taxpayer cost. Preseason activity signals another successful season ahead with sustained community support.
The Globe and Mail editorial notes rural born boys excel in Toronto's professional and community leadership. It cites a survey showing country youths dominate urban roles and questions which Ontario counties sustain this supply, suggesting perceived competition between city and country youth.
The article argues rural training builds industry and resilience more effectively than pure city schooling. It notes city and rural students ranking highly in college exams and suggests placing city youth in farm work could aid life's challenges, though individual ambition remains the key factor.
The article critiques complex trade pacts for requiring expert legal study and halting normal business while negotiations unfold. It notes the recent agreement was in negotiation for some time, terms known two weeks, and firms must weeks more to adapt. Still it argues freer trade among democracies could foster better ties between nations.
Editorials discuss Toronto law enforcement, 1937 Canadian industrial output at $41.7 million, and Earl Rowe as Great Lakes Paper Co president. Mentions Christmas countdown, vandalism of transport costs, Tra Fret Picts edition, building permits totaling $52.7 million, Brampton Conservator's 65th year, and Japanese legation inquiry into Canadian newspapers. Includes praise for Fergus News-Record columnist Hugh Templin.
The lesson titled Covetousness and love condemns greed and warns that true ease lies in serving God. It cites Exodus 20 Luke 12 and 1 Timothy 6, stressing that wealth without love corrupts and the rich man’s soul is required. It urges contentment and almsgiving over hoarding.
The letter advocates reader letters as a force to combat apathy and improve Canadian governance. It argues newspapers influence standards and urges editors to publish more citizen voices, warning against entrusting politics to professionals and elites.
The dialogue centers on the proposed annexation of Prenet possessions including Tiss Nice Corsica and Kavoyan. Mi Pont, newly named Prenat Armbanader to Home CHD, feigns ignorance as deputies critique his stance.
A man described as meek approached the constable on patrol, saying he had waited over an hour for his wife and asking the officer to assist him in moving along, prompting police attention.
A highly fragmented note on coco palm highlighting its versatility and products. Describes milk oil rope syrup poisons sugar flour war boats houses lumber fuel soap candles and liquor as derived from a sea coconut, noting digestive and protective aspects and a claim of reducing kelp to a membrane.
A speaker in dialect voices a blunt view on wage cuts saying half of something is better than nothing. He notes workers are upset but anticipates no more reductions.
VOR SALE agency listing at north west corner of Church and Main with Myrtle Cook Unstate property, partial town township, bids invited until December 24 1038. Also catalog of commercial and residential property at Mill and Mutu Geeta, two pinnen on Martin Hireel for rent and offices listed with contact for Geoffrey Langdon and others. Dental offices and professionals listed with hours and locations in Georgetown.
Timetable snippet lists daily and Sunday departures and times for east and west trips. Notes include 4 pm daily except Sunday 6:26 pm, 6:41 pm in Magatop Georgstowe, 6:48 pm going west, 3:40 pm daily, 1:07 pm Sunday, and late Friday/Saturday flag times around 12.38 am and 11.32 pm with Sunday restrictions.
Eastbound and westbound hour lists show travel times between Acton and London with varying prices. The Free Press Office accepts subscriptions for magazines and periodicals, including Stratford service notes.
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