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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jul 29, 1937
Page
2
The Acton Free Press outlines advertising in its Ontario publication. It states ads are accepted for publication with no liability for errors unless corrections are sent in writing, and any error not corrected limits the liability to the proportion of space affected. Editor G Arlof Dills.
Last Wednesday marked the official opening of the Blue Springs Boy Scouts Reserve camp. Scout leaders will spend several weeks each summer at the new camp near Acton, with leaders coming from across Ontario.
The article discusses a potential two mill subsidy by Premier Hepburn if revenues stay strong, highlighting Acton and similar towns paying a tax rate of one mill lower. It argues grants ease real estate taxation, curb higher rents, and spur building, while noting the need for prudent spending. An English court denied appeal in a dangerous driving case after a fatal late night crash and a long driver’s license suspension.
The article notes that municipalities proclaim Civic Holiday on the first Monday in August with general uniformity. It praises this standard date and hopes for broader adoption of Daylight Saving Time, while urging towns to observe the Civic Holiday proclaimed by their Reeves.
A fisherwoman reflects on why people fish despite unpredictable results. She cites a tale of patient judging territory versus random casting, noting success comes from right judgment over time and energy. The essay references Ashing and an article reprinted by Bracebridge papers.
Multiple local items note liquor profits up 15 percent under the Liquor Control Act and a centennial Coburg edition, with vehicle financing figures for 1937 and 1936 in Canada. Also mentions opposition to cattle restricted areas in Wentworth County, editor deaths in Toronto Star and Halton clerk, Premier Hepburn prospects, and a Fort Erie Times-Review tree spraying machine idea.
Sunday School lesson outlines God leading the Israelites from Egypt through the wilderness. It notes the pillar of cloud and fire guiding them, the red sea trap, Moses' faith, and the call to stand still and trust before moving forward. The piece reflects on obedience and divine guidance amid doubt.
Sunday entries complain about nerves and upcoming fund raiser while noting school changes and quirky observations. Monday shows attitude toward school. Tuesday records a doctor visit and odd vision of green apples. Wednesday to Saturday cover family jokes, a sister wedding rumor, a safety zone parking incident, and a dreaming quarrel about Janet and Elsy.
Fragment shows a character asserting fear of fighting and a plan that a doctor will visit the house tomorrow. The exchange hints at concern about a mother's awareness and potential medical involvement.
Prospective employer seeks a night watchman who will watch, listen, and be ready for the slightest noise or suspicion of burglars. The applicant replies by proposing to send his wife round.
The passage urges believers to act on God's promise, noting that prayer must yield to action. It recounts God’s command to "Go forward" and the subsequent enablement, describing a path opened in the waters and the people rejoicing as they escape the Egyptians.
Fragmentary dialogue centers on Mrs Gadder described as tireless and a “first and third person taller” speaker. The exchange questions her brilliance and whether a film or story deal was made, with references to Henry and a financier. The text reads as a lively, teasing conversation about narration and truth.
Canadian National officials led by H J Hungerford inspect new Auto-Bailere road rail vehicles designed to switch from highway to railway in minutes. A three passenger model and a freight carrier will be tested on Ontario and Quebec lines to gauge cost savings and service improvements.
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