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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 04, 1931
Page
2
A newspaper office highlights the waste basket as the handy filter for unwanted material. The writer mocks sensational press and corporate PR efforts, noting readers would be disgusted if all offered content were printed. The analogy compares the basket to a switch that stops undesirable flow from reaching the public.
The article notes Penny postage excise taxes coal and cake prices higher duties and other measures aimed at closing a 75 244 973 deficit. It highlights the Premier Finance Minister Bennetts task and predicts the public will judge the plan by its impact on consumers over the coming year.
A 1918 will left $1,000 to Banting’s brother to aid his failed medical practice. The younger brother pursued a diabetes idea, became a professor of research medicine at the University of Toronto, earned Nobel prizes and honors, and now enjoys an income far beyond his farmer sibling. The piece reflects on how one successful idea reshaped both men’s fortunes.
The piece urges urban dwellers to respect farm property during summer outings. It warns against picnic litter and chased stock, notes fences and rails suffer, and asks for thoughtful behavior to avoid harming privileges or stirring town country tensions. It stresses courtesy to keep rural visitors welcoming.
A local stern warning recounts a cheque fraud scheme in Guelph where a bogus cheque for a larger amount than a purchase was used to obtain goods or services. The text notes this long standing ploy often targets unfamiliar merchants and stresses a strict no cashing rule for outsiders to prevent losses.
The Bank of Montreal Ontario monthly report notes Knitting mills busy and Tanners with higher sales while boot and shoe output improves. Provincial summary cites generally improved retail trade but unemployment and low farm prices keep activity below last year. Lumber and carpet trades show weakness. auto plants gain orders but production remains below last year.
Editorial notes highlight Brantford's gasoline price drop to five cents per gallon and urge residents to assist census enumerators. It discusses park improvements begun last year at the swimming hole and calls for ongoing community work, suggesting another community bee this season.
The article lists months for summer band concerts and mentions the Bowling and Tennis Grounds as the opening venue. It notes a band has performed continuously since 1873, pleasing citizens and visitors.
The text notes Acton will celebrate its sixtieth anniversary of incorporation in a couple of years. It questions whether a jubilee should be staged at the half century mark and if an early homecoming or celebration is appropriate for Acton.
A farm family describes converting a corner of the home into a personal work room. The room features a south-facing window, a writing desk, typewriter, and large central table. The narrative notes juggling sewing, mending, and child care with a dedicated space, plus a desire for an automatic bobbin winder.
Read of a grant farmer winning the township power contract at a low rate. A census contest on Canady's population hints at a large figure. An advertising manager and a worm exterminator adjoin the odd numbered riddle in this curious clipping.
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