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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jun 03, 1937

Page

2

Subscription Rates and Cancellation Policy Details

The article outlines subscription rates of $120 and mentions address changes and cancellations. It states that unless notified, subscriptions continue, and no arrears will be carried. Advertising rates are provided on application, with a liability limit for errors unless a written proof is requested and corrections are noted.

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Baldwin retires after long prime ministerial service

Editorial lauds Stanley Baldwin for handling the empire’s delicate King and people balance with skill. It notes criticism during his abdication period but praises his public career and states his retirement marks a historic moment.

Stanley Baldwin Baldwin

Improved Outlook as Johnstone and Rumley Move In

Sunderland House across from our office has been renovated after years of decline. Johnstone and Rumley purchased the property last fall and moved in this spring, with work continuing. The new funeral home and residence are seen as a major improvement to Acton's business district.

Sunderland House W. H. Storey Johnstone and Rumley

The Same Old Story in Liquor Advertisements

A brewing industry advertisement promoting liquor rooms faces criticism for alleged inaccuracies. The piece notes the ad mirrors a push for more alcohol sales during wartime and questions truthfulness, urging publication to avoid spreading biased claims.

Free Press Liquor ‘Control Board Brewing Industries

Canadians Own Insurance Evidence from Chamber of Commerce

The Canadian Chamber of Commerce says one in three Canadians owns an insurance policy showing prudent social security. Total policies exceed 6 billion dollars with borrowers able to use assets during downturns. The report notes policy holders reduced their leaps for the first time since October 1929, reflecting improving conditions.

Dominion Canadian Chamber of Commerce Simcoe

Bathing Facilities Urged for Fairy Lake Park

A letter urges the Park Council to build two small dressing buildings at Fairy Lake to serve bathers. It suggests cement platforms, walls a foot from the floor, no roof, wooden benches, and easy cleaning. The writer argues facilities would aid youth and asks for summer use.

Fairy Lake

Parrot Centre headlines and local notes for Halton region

Editorial notes discuss Hornby's radio presence and the Bell repeater, local drownings reminding readers to be careful, Coronation medals for Esquesing schoolchildren, and political party mailings. It cites Canadian forest resources data and UK export shifts, plus a hospital cost quip from Hanover Post.

Bell Telephone Co Hornby Halton

Joseph readiness for service in Pharaohs court

Sunday school lesson narrates Joseph as a man prepared by trials for leadership. It links his rise from prison to prime minister with faith, integrity, and readiness, stressing his loyalty to God, humility, and statecraft that impressed Pharaoh. It draws parallels to Christ as savior and emphasizes the need to trust God when placed in challenging roles.

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Old English Teapot Highlights English Pottery Exhibit

A Victoria and Albert Museum show features the oldest teapot and English wares from 1350 to 1935. The piece sparks discussion of 18th century reveries, Wedgwood and Spode wares, and English pottery mastery praised for lasting gloss and washability.

Victoria and Albert Museum Luly London News Chronicle

Blind operators take control of London switchboard

Two blind operators Miss G. Larity and J. Riley have begun work at the automatic switchboards in Great Portland Street London. They trained to start when the board shifted to automatic and their first day passed without error. They gauge plug positions by pins and use a Braille shorthand machine to record messages for staff.

Great Portland Street London

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