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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 25, 1934
Page
3
The Acton Free Press states it will not be liable for errors in any advertisement unless proof is requested in writing by the advertiser and returned to The Free Press business office. The policy covers errors in the space occupied by each advertisement.
The Acton Fall Fair officers announced a positive financial position at the annual meeting last week with no outstanding indebtedness. Despite last year’s adverse weather and reduced government support, the fair remains a strong rural institution in the province and expects brighter days ahead.
The Ontario government should avoid turning liquor questions into political battles. The author urges focus on sober governance rather than self preservation and revenue, calling for more statesmen and less bartender influence to guide the province and other Dominion areas toward sobriety and industry.
The New Glasgow Evening Times laments industry pressure from banks insurers railroads and advertisers while urging relief for newspapers. It argues publications must continue despite declines in advertising and rising costs, stressing the press duties to inform and advocate amid economic strain.
1933 export data show bacon and hams from Canada nearly double 1932 in value while live cattle exports rise by over 100 percent. Egg shipments jump 700 percent to about 2 million dozen. butter, milk powder and evaporated milk exports total about 29.0 million pounds with most going to the British Isles.
The Hanover Post notes a perceived unfairness in post office service with door delivery for towns and cities but not rural residents. It urges Seaforth and other towns to petition the federal government to extend free home delivery to all Canadians and to pressure for uniform service nationwide.
Editorial notes reflect optimism for brighter days. mentions second line highway work and hog and potato price gains as agriculturists’ hope. Brampton aims to close stores earlier on most nights. Fergus awaits council nominations. comments on beer transport mishap and local politics. Includes quips about science cures and Bowmanville mayor’s farewell. A transient’s wall verse ends with a somber note.
The article outlines Jesus teaching in Matthew 5 on the eight beatitudes and related standards. It covers the poor in spirit, mourning, meekness, being filled, merciful, pure in heart, peacemakers, and persecution. It links these to kingdom access, divine blessing, and ethical obedience beyond Mosaic law.
A discussion extols self investment over risky ventures. It highlights investing in physical health through proper food and rest, a good bed, dental and medical care, and yearly vacations as high returns. It urges spending on intellectual growth via books lectures courses private lessons and quality magazines. It notes that young men who invest in self-improvement can become financial and industrial leaders.
This excerpt warns that excessive self-satisfaction dulls focus and weakens performance. It argues achievements should spur further effort rather than lull workers into complacency. The tone emphasizes discipline and ongoing improvement in professional life.
A dentist frets over whether to give anesthesia to a young man in striped silk and a check suit. The man’s blank stare unsettles the dentist, who wonders how to tell when he is unconscious.
Text argues that perfection in love extends to enemies and friends, good and bad, with God’s character as the ultimate standard. It cites Luke 6 35 36 and Ephesians 5 1 to support living by divine example.
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