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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 17, 1938
Page
2
The Acton Prev Press notes that errors in advertisements are the advertiser's responsibility once space is set. It states the paper will not be liable beyond the cost of the space where an uncorrected error appears. Editor G. Arlof Dilis signs the notice.
The Y M C A in Toronto sought 116000 to aid its work and the drive succeeded. Toronto donors fund the cause beyond memberships, enabling the institution to operate for the city’s benefit. Acton residents see value and urge similar support locally without waiting for a drive.
The Acton Council proposes a tax prepayment plan to spread yearly tax payments. While full benefits start next year, the plan aims to ease household budgets by allowing small or large certificate purchases. The system, already trialed elsewhere, seeks early implementation by month’s end to offer immediate savings.
Hon P M Dewan warns agricultural institutions must prove initiative or risk loss of support. Acton Fair showcases year round activity including the Seed Fair next month, with county societies backing the event. Delegates at the convention praised Acton Fair and celebrated leadership honors earned by Mr. R. J Kerr.
Investors show favor for municipal bonds as prices for new issues rise. Acton's tax arrears are 3.80 per capita, far better than many nearby towns, while Acton lacks a debenture issue. A water works debenture maturing 1946 sold at 118 dollars, signaling small investors turning to municipals amid stable taxes and strong local finances.
Industrial employment in Canada rose in 1937 reaching a level second only to 1929. The employment index based on 1926=100 averaged 114.1, up ten percent from 1936, with manufacturing and mining showing the strongest expansion across the year.
Lights in empty factory buildings delight locals while hockey remains scarce this mid winter. Auto plates for 1939 are under review as flood headlines return and debates over bridges rise. Parliament in Ottawa confronts icy conditions and pre election promises while Salada Tea spends heavily on newspaper advertising credits its impact and reach.
Sunday school lesson focuses on Jesus withdrawing with disciples to heal spiritually, appointing the twelve after a night in prayer. It contrasts genuine faith with public notoriety, notes Judas Iscariot's role, and stresses that the mission is both soul and body with the emphasis on doing God's will.
A medical essay discusses rapid cancer discoveries from the past decade, stressing planned research over chance. It cites British Empire Cancer Campaign findings on carcinogenic irritants in tar and shale oil, and notes geographic differences in cancer site incidence between London and Lancashire.
By 1919 world airline mileage stood at about 3000 miles and rose to 150000 by 1930. Now British Air Ministry figures show over 300000 miles, a rise of more than 100 times in under two decades, with new routes like Trans-Canada linking Montreal Toronto Vancouver adding thousands more.
Outside the house a tax stopped and the Jones family prepared to load their holiday luggage into a cab. The harassed father fears the driver’s disapproving look as they announce they are taking a bungalow to a remote countryside location.
Tom Watson stresses avoiding delay and aiming for immediate answers as a long distance call closes a deal that had risked stalling for days. He says fast action yields results and notes the cost impact on the operating budget while citing savings in telephone rates across Ontario and Quebec.
Testing the Dominion trans continental air line route pilots fly daily over the Rockies between Vancouver and Lethbridge in preparation for air mail service this year. Inspector W H Strath in charge and pictured shove left to fight are Pilots MB Barclay.
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