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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 22, 1934
Page
2
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A provincial sports column argues against biased rule bending by clubs in the O. H. A. It maintains that fair play and consistent enforcement protect small communities and sustain interest, with gate receipts verifying steadfast support. It urges equal treatment in decisions and oversight regardless of final outcomes.
The 1933 hydro electric build in Canada reached 270 210 hp with additions in Quebec and Ontario. Major projects include McLaren Quebec on the Lievre River Masson and the Abitibi Canyon on the Lower Abitibi River, increasing future capacity to 330 000 hp. Ontario’s government acquisition expands Northern mining power supply.
A report by the Canadian Automotive Association shows Ontario with 815 083 registrations, nearly half of Canada’s total 1 071 203 in 1933. Quebec followed with 157 449 registrations, both provinces down from 1932 by about 9 000 and 12 000 respectively.
Sunday School lesson on Jesus teaching by parables focuses on the growth of the kingdom. It discusses hearing God’s truth, the seed growing by itself, and the must ard seed parable showing outward growth from a small start.
The text argues that success is not tied to class rank or comparisons with peers. It suggests that using one’s brains and opportunities to the fullest defines true achievement, even if one is slow or faced with limited opportunities. The measure is effort and personal best, not relative marks.
The Fountain Inn Tribune argues that people cannot be judged by one standard. Each pursues what gives them satisfaction, investing in what they value as bread. Butterflies, golf, a rose garden, dancing, or reading reflect individual appetites and self-indulgence.
The Liquor Control Board of Ontario reports lower sales and profits for 1933, with brewery sales dropping from 18 6 million to 11 5 million and net earnings at a historic low. Critics argue reduced sales expose temperance goals and call for tighter Liquor Control Act rather than looser restrictions.
An editorial notes a stubborn groundhog forecast for more winter in February and March. It celebrates King Albert I of Belgium’s death, describes global mourning, and mentions Chesley editor Wm. McDonald’s paralysis setback. It critiques municipal and provincial fiscal plans and calls for curbs on government spending.
The Maziy text outlines Chinese gentlemanly habits seen as opposite to Canadian norms. It notes self-handshakes, indoor hat wearing, white boot dye, south pointing compasses, white mourning, laughing at bad news, seating guests on the left, discarding fruit pulp, and walking out of step with companions.
In a household diary entry a new nurse arrives, replacing Dinah. The author notes the replacement is nicknamed Jap and describes her rough handling of china, signaling strain and discontent within the domestic setting.
The article argues that many youths claim they did their best only meekly. It notes energy waste in coal as a metaphor for human effort and urges genuine pride in truly doing one’s best. It stresses the value of sincere, full effort rather than excuses.
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