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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jul 15, 1926
Page
3
Editorial outlines Agnes Macphail's creed as MP. She calls for debate on merits of reforms and a cabinet as House committee, peace psychology, social credit, humanitarian social laws, low tariff, enabling laws for cooperation and electoral reform.
Alberta and Saskatchewan attain their majority in age this September, changing from federal administration to provincehood. From 1905 to now their combined population grew from about 400000 to 1500000, with agricultural production rising from 40000000 to 785000000 dollars.
The text argues immigration limits could depress rural land values in Canada, East and West, by interrupting immigration flows. It warns of agricultural malaise and emigration to the United States, with urban low mood as a consequence.
The Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association met in Quebec where Hon. Frank Carrel urged optimism for Canada. He urged unity and a positive outlook, saying pessimism has no place and Canadians must embrace optimistic thought across provinces.
A reflective piece argues that most joys of living come from accomplishment not leisure. It says the satisfaction of completing a difficult goal, despite long hard effort, exceeds that of contemplation and leisure and that steady work strengthens freedom from restless thoughts.
A fragmented piece discusses Ontario themes including church loyalty and summer routines, with reflections on British heritage and mottoes. It analyzes price trends, comparing Canadian and U S farm product indices, noting U S price levels and agricultural inputs. It mentions Sir James Whitney and provincial aims within a historical frame.
Fragmented OCR reads about a law related to punishment and street control. The readable portion mentions government, policy, and civil action but provides no clear names, dates, or places to confirm specifics.
The Burlington Gazette notes Conservative candidates and possible Liberal bearers in Halton elections while Canada faces provincial and Dominion dissolutions. It cites Duffern urne and C R McKeown and discusses motor car enforcement, accident insurance, and public safety. The Mount Forest Confederates reaching sixty years with editor A igit.
An article notes the strict attention to plaids and stripes in women’s wardrobe design. It describes straight-line stocks of smartness, taffeta trims with plain silk, and pockets embroidered in appliqué with back fullness held in.
A collage of Acton notices: RAF display rehearsals for Acton children. a court fine for drunkenness. Conservative and Labor sharing Acton Market Place meetings. Met Police Reserve headquarters moving to Acton station. local charity events and garden party appeals for the People’s Dispensary for the Sick Animals of the Poor. funeral of F Ansin. schoolboy theft case. jewel theft at St Thomas Lodge. scholarships and Empire social gatherings. a business excursion by Acton Chamber of Commerce. and an ad for Dr Thomas's Electric Oil with comments on animal ailments.
A historical column recalls Father Taylor known for frank talk and warm human interest. A Boston banker visiting a revival is cited for a pompous address, and Taylor’s blunt reply prompts another sailor to speak up.
The lesson centers on Moses meeting God at Horeb and receiving a divine call to lead Israel. It contrasts Moses' initial diffidence with Jehovah’s assurance, and emphasizes discovering God through nature, meditation, and obedience. It invites reflection on responsibility to act on faith beyond the mountain top.
An ad touts Rheuma as a miraculous cure for rheumatic cripples, gout, lumbago, and more claiming it removes poisonous waste from joints and muscles. Readers are invited to buy at B. J. Hassard with a money back guarantee if it fails.
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