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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jan 26, 1928
Page
4
Editorial argues that as the town prospers, wages rise and promotions become more likely. It urges citizens to cooperate in civic progress since growth increases property and business value and benefits everyone.
A reflective essay on youth growth and moral responsibility. It argues that each young person’s conduct affects not only family and friends but countless strangers, shaping blessings or curses for people they do not know.
Discussion arises over dedicating part of succession duties for cemetery care. J B Mackenzie presses for Churchill cemetery and other neglected plots to receive funding. Ontario government reports growing revenue from this tax, suggesting funds be returned to maintain these grounds.
A local column reflects on a proposed rink project in Acton seen as an investment in youth. Readers consider the social and economic impact, weighing young residents' enthusiasm against traditional views and long term town development. The piece stresses keeping Acton attractive to retain young people.
Renewed planning and volunteer effort keep Acton Fall Fair thriving. Leaders credit strong local interest, farm participation, and prudent management for a large surplus and record gate receipts last year, with this year expected to surpass all prior fairs.
The author laments excessive free publicity from 67 press association members flooding their secretary with 13140 envelopes and 7014 sheets from 346 seekers. He argues such material wastes time and money, urging advertisers to pay legitimate advertising rates instead of relying on free releases.
Editorial notes discuss the first fruits of Wiarton’s new government liquor store with two arrests and a third drunken arrest later that night. It notes jury discontent in the Brooks case and questions whether justice will be served. It also covers permits, bank deposits, a distillery radio station plan, liquor commission cautions, Vatican wine distribution, and Canadian telephone growth.
The text outlines Jesus as the wonder worker in Mark and relates the crowd from Galilee to Jerusalem seeking healing. It emphasizes curiosity, the impact of Christ’s teachings, and the moral this offers to modern readers while noting the diverse audience drawn to his miracles.
A reader argues for national unity through immigration tolerance and Christian values. The letter cites Canada’s diversity, church influence, and the need to treat all workers fairly while addressing pedlar trade and social harmony. The piece references Canadian figures, church leaders, and historical examples to advocate inclusive policy.
Fragmented OCR describes stomach gas affecting heart function with references to remedies and warnings. The text is garbled, listing various ineffective or unsafe treatments and urging caution about digestive issues impacting cardiovascular health.
A garbled report recounts workers on a long project schedule from March 21 to March 20 with shifts described as seven or eight hours and extended periods. It mentions authority fees, written directives, and an inquiry into working hours and pay, concluding with a claim of continuous toil and a call for accountability.
A fragmented article explains pollination's role in fruit and seed production, noting how certain crops rely on bees and other pollinators. It discusses how pollen transfer affects plant fertility, with references to experiments on fruit set and the necessity of bees near orchards and flowering plants.
Partially legible schedule notes show Canadian National Electric Railways services with westbound and eastbound times. Mentions Toronto Terminal at Keely Street and St. Clair Avenue and a depiction of express versus local runs with several times around afternoon and night.
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