Advertising Rates and error liability outline
The Acton Free Press states rates on application and advertises in columns with precautions. It will not be liable for errors unless a written proof is requested, signed by the advertiser, noting corrections. If errors are not corrected, liability is limited to the portion of cost proportional to the space affected.
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Free Press
Ita
Asc
Audi
Canada
Ontario
Conservatives
King
Hepburn
Keodness
Uurat
Halton Council Opposes Milk Pasteurization Resolution
Halton County Council last week debated pasteurization of milk sold for human consumption. The article notes opposition despite widespread support for pasteurization citing disease risks and calls for factual scientific proof before the resolution. It labels the vote as a highlighted moment of the meeting.
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Halton County
Worthy appeal to raise 500000 for Legion War Services
The Canadian Legion War Services announce a nationwide appeal on February 12 for 500000 to fund wartime education programs. The effort, in collaboration with the Canadian Association for Adult Education, aims to prepare men for peace and strengthen Canada's postwar welfare with disciplined, educated citizens.
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Canadian Legion War Services
Canada
Canadian Association For Adult Education
Legion War Service Appeal
Canadian Legion
Legion
War time election urged to clear the air and win the war
The article urges a wartime election to empower an experienced group to lead the war effort, arguing name changes alone do not improve suitability. It notes the need for a qualified team and references a prior summary of this topic.
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Canada
Editorial notes on elections and government views
The Free Press outlines a stance on upcoming elections, pledging fair coverage of all sides and reporting local meetings without bias. It expresses preference for a Liberal government to support Canada’s war effort and invites diverse views at fair advertising rates.
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Ace
THE
Free Press
Alll
Canada
Ontario Hydro load per person in county towns
The Ontario Hydro Commission monthly bulletin lists municipal populations and electric loads. Acton, Georgetown, Milton, Fergus, Listowel, Mitchell, and Hanover show varying horsepower per capita, highlighting regional differences though rates charged are not shown.
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Ontario Hydro ‘Commission
Acton
Georgetown
Acton Editorial Notes and Local Plans Mentioned
The piece surveys voter list compilation, March 26 expectations, and political shifts from Queen's Park. It notes raw Canadian fur production value in 1937-38, building permits in seven months of 1939, and local hydro sports. It mentions Red Cross war work and Acton sports nights with YMCA groups, plus Valentine greetings and anonymous messages.
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Canada
Ontario Election Chatter Highlights Conservative Prospects
Ontario observers see the federal election as shaping the Conservative bid to oust King. Ontario's vote could decide the outcome, with Quebec and Ontario pivotal and Cardinal in Quebec opposing Social Credit. The Hepburn tax hike on corporate net income signals price pressures and potential unemployment, while amusement tax discussions surface in sport circles.
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Quebec
Ontario
King
Social Credit
Aberhart
Cardinal
Commission of Theologicians
Quack Doctor Praises Herbal Tonic Amid Skeptical Crowd
A con man touts a healing herb he composes a tonic with claims thirty years of sales and no patient complaints. An audience member retorts that dead men tell no tales, underscoring skepticism about the tonic’s efficacy.
Canada ready for war as rail chief urges volunteers
A. A. Gardiner, Assistant General Traffic Manager of the Canadian National Railways, told the Camp and Treat file in Philadelphia that Canada has gone to war with volunteers in Europe already. He praised Canadian troops and said thousands more are training at home while inviting visitors to see Canada’s preparations for the coming effort. The border remains open as ever.
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Canada
A. A. Gardiner
Pittsenger
Canadian National Railways
Philadelphia
Europe
Mr. Gardiner
Telegraph Operator Collects 200 Elephants in Quebec
Miss Irene Hedard, a recorder operator in the Canadian National Telegraphs office in Quebec, preserves a herd of over 200 elephants. The elephants are insured and valued up to 50 dollars each, needing time mainly for polishing and cataloguing as they do not eat or require provisioning. Hedard became fascinated with elephants from her first encounter at age seven.
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Irene Hedard
Canadian National ‘Telegraphs
Quebec
Orld
Cleus
Dr E J Nelson Practice Notice and Hours
Dr E J Nelson physician and surgeon advertises electro therapy and office hours from 8 to 9 am and 1 to 3 pm and 7 to 8 pm by appointment. Locations listed include Georgetown Gregory Theatre Building and Acton with contact numbers. Veterinary surgeon ad also appears for Brookville Ontario with Millon 14614.
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E. J. Nelson
Mill Street
Prederick Street
Georgetown
Gregory
Acton
T. Beynick
Brookville
Ontario
Canadian National Railways Timetable Fragments
Train listings show several daily and Sunday only departures with times including Georgetown and Guelph stations. Incomplete items mention Westbound service, late night hours, and special Saturday or Sunday runs.
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Georgetown
Guelph
Coaches Leave Acton in Standard Time
Fragmented OCR notes show coaches departing Acton on a westbound route with times listed as 651 am 11 am 1261 pm and 471 pm 631 pm 848 pm toward London. The text is garbled but indicates timetable entries and direction to London.
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Acton
Terente
London
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Maritimes
New Brunswick
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Zadey
Canadian Fegion
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Northrop
Montreal
R.c.ap
Business Directory
J. A. McNiven
Ofice
Cornell Bower Avenue
Elgin Street
DR. Wm, G. Cullen
L. M, CC
DRS
C. P. Leatherland, B. A
Salisoitor
Hesidenes
Kenneth M. Langdon
Soliester, Notary Public Offices
A. J. Buchanan, D. D. S
Leishman Block
P. W. Pearen
D.do S LD
Penal Bargten
Symon
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Junkwood
B.D. Young
F.G. Oakes
Knox Avenue
Frank Petch
Celal Life Assurance Co
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EO McDowell
Robert T. Amos
Moffat, Ontario
Geelph
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Gray Coach Lines
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