The Acton Free Press Subscription and Advertising Notice
The Acton Free Press outlines subscription terms including annual rates and Canadian and United States copies, and cancellation policy to avoid interruptions. It notes advertising rates on application and states liability limits for errors with proof requested by advertisers. Telephones for editorial and business offices are provided.
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Acton
Ontario
United States
Avgsanes Ene
Pasteurization Question Sparks Editorial Debate
The article reflects Halton County Warden Finney’s viewpoint on compulsory pasteurization. It notes the debate includes two sides, cites medical authority and hospital data on milkborne diseases, and mentions rural and urban health safeguards and potential hardships balanced against small-quantity pasteurization at homes.
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Warden Finney
Halton County
Kirkland Lake
Mud Slingers on Snowy Streets Criticized in Acton
A local editorial denounces drivers who splash pedestrians with slush and mud during thawing conditions. It cites an incident on Mill Street in Acton where a motorist soaked passersby while others avoided mud thanks to a broken pole.
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Mill Street
Acton
Municipal road and sidewalk snow removal costs rise
Officials face higher costs to clear streets and sidewalks as streets shift from horse to auto era. Winter plowing on Mill Street urged though concerns over taxpayer burden and practicality persist. Smaller towns consider uniform snow removal to match modern needs.
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Mill Street
Centralizing versus decentralizing industry in war era
In London study focuses on decentralizing after the war and a commission to handle industrial population distribution. In Toronto Mr. R C Smith urged Canada to profit from decentralization, highlighting the advertising profession's role.
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London
England
Toronto
R. C. Smith
Canada
Industrial shift from cities to small towns urged by Smith
Mr. Smith argues wartime industries centralized in large cities caused farm to city exodus and left small towns with shrinking bases. He says expansion should return to small towns where Canada’s lasting prosperity is rooted, built by skilled craftsmen and pride in craft over white-collar status.
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Smith
Canada
Canada News Roundup: Scouts, Plates, Factories, Hockey
Editorial notes report Boy Scouts in Canada growing from 14 477 in 1914 to 102 823 in 1939 and Quebec as a major manufacturing province with 29 per cent of output in 1937. The 1940 license plate period approaches, leather footwear output hits a 1939 high of 25 438 631 pairs. Georgetown claims an Intermediate hockey title, letters to the editor feature, and an advertising expert contrasts reading times between metropolitan and country papers.
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Boy Scouts
Canada
Quebec
Names and Voices in Canada Politics and Youth Movements
The excerpt cites critics of Canada’s Tory name changes and a call to fight not Hitler but the German cause. It quotes Elsa Maxwell on political combat and notes Sir Gerald Campbell praising the Boy Scout movement for offering chance and training to capable youths.
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Canada
Hitler
Ir Elsa Maxwell
Gerald Campbell
Boy Scout Movement
Globe and Mail
Ontario News of the Week Highlights Postwar Plans
Ontario officials push for a three year postwar road program to employ returned soldiers and boost revenue. Government and private sector push tourism with U S visitors, while farmers face guidance and depictions of postwar marketing. Ontario debates municipal unity and policing reach amid governance tensions.
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Ontario
T. B. McQuesten
Ottawa
Canada
United States
Canadian Legion
Addressing and Wrapping Mail to Men Overseas
Army Postal Service warns that improper addressing and wrapping delay deliveries. Properly format rank, name, regiment, regimental number, and unit. Example given: Private John Smith, 49th Highlanders, A12345, Trench Mortars, with Canadian Active Forces.
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Army Postal Service
John Smith
49Th Highlanders
Imports of Fruits and Vegetables Arrive by Rail in Montreal
Receipts of imported fruits and vegetables at the Montreal market by rail and boat in 1939 totalled 7 223 cars, up from 6 556 cars the prior year. Bananas lead with 1 482 cars, oranges 1 209, tomatoes 701. California supplies most oranges, British West Indies supply most bananas, and Texas Mexico and British West Indies provide much of the tomatoes.
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Montreal
California
British West Indies
Texas
Mexico
Reformers Seek Action Against GAM B A Initiative
Reformers press for action against the GAM B A initiative amid tension with local police and rising public debate. Community leaders assert the move addresses escalating concerns while authorities caution against rushed measures.
Local Medical and Professional Directory Highlights
A dense listing of doctors surgeons lawyers dentists and veterinarians across Acton Milton Campbellville and surrounding areas. It notes offices residences phone numbers hours appointment requirements and service areas including electrotherapy X ray extractions and veterinary care.
Service Offered At Pleasant Prices In Guelph
A note states availability of satisfactory service at affordable prices in Guelph with contact via phone 172012. The message emphasizes value and local accessibility.
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Guelph
Time Tables Indian National Railways Acton Schedule
Train times listed for going East and West from Acton with daily, Sunday and Saturday departures. Includes flyers at Georgetown and Guelph, with times like 6 45 a m 9 49 a m and 6 28 p m for East and 8 0 8 19 p m for West.
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Georgetown
Gray Coach Lines Timetable Fragments
Eastbound departures from Acton include 46.51, 9.11, 12.01, 2.06, 4.21, 6.31, and 8.46 am. Westbound to Lendon lists 10.23 am, 11.38 am, 2.23 pm, 5.03 pm, 7.18 pm, 9.18 pm, with late night options. Notes indicate Sunday holiday gaps and various service codes, including destinations Kittehener and Stratford.
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Lendon
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