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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 15, 1939
Page
2
The Free Press outlines subscription cancellations and advertising liability. It notes that nonpayment may end delivery unless canceled, and ads are liable only for errors if proof is requested in writing and signed by the advertiser. Editor G Arlof Dills signs the notice.
The King and Queen depart tonight after a month as guests, having won enduring affection across Canada and the United States. Their visit is described as a second coronation, underscoring a shared sense of loyalty and service to the common good.
Town council debated yearly estimates and tax rate while addressing overdue taxes. Residents are urged to learn the council’s efforts to justify rates and avoid unfair burden on those who pay on time. The meeting stretched past midnight as arrears were tackled.
The writer argues that after the royal visit to Canada and the United States the focus should shift from European gossip and dictators to strengthening domestic and empire ties. It urges less fear of Europe and more positive action on local concerns and connections with allies.
Discussion on irregular shop hours in Acton notes the need for a uniform schedule. Report cites Rockwood example where council acted after 75 percent of shopkeepers requested regulation, praising Acton’s barber by law as effective and urging consensus before council action.
Vacation time is near as school days end and summer begins. Exports of Canadian newsprint in March totaled 9 388 061 dollars, up from 8 685 337 the previous year. Acton sees a Royal observation platform, though it remained unoccupied. Ontario plans to lower municipal interest rates. Brampton to resurface main roads. School Board vacancies loom, and summer prices rise. Farmers urged to adjust breeding for higher market pigs.
The Acton community honors Miss M Z Bennett who retires after twenty years as principal. Her record includes every pupil passing entrance exams and strong personal influence on students, with high standards and widespread esteem from pupils, school boards, and residents. She will spend more leisure time in Acton.
A historical account recalls the Royal visit through Kamloops Victoria and beyond noting gala greetings in Kamloops and Chilliwack, the beacon Hill colors, naval reviews, and a long lineup of citizens. The journey included Vancouver Victoria Jasper Park Lodge Mount Robson and ends with the pilot train’s travels to Alberta with royal reception preparations.
A compiled business directory listing physicians surgeons barristers and solicitors notaries public and related services in Acton Georgetown and surrounding areas. Entries include practice locations contact details office hours appointment notes and licensing roles for Dr J A McNiven Dr ER Nelson Dr WM Cullen C F Leatherland Kenneth M Langdon P W Pearen and others along Wilbur Street Mill Street Gregory Theatre Building Teishman Black and Lynien Black connections.
In Brookville Ontario Dr B D Young BVSc Veterinary Surgeon maintains office on Milton 14614 and Dr F G Oakes BVSc operates both office and residence on Knox Avenue. Both listings note professional qualifications and contact details for local veterinary services.
Eastbound service skips Acton on all Sundays with specific times listed for Guelph at 9 15 and Georgetown at 9 41. Westbound trains stop at George Craeloh at 6 4 0 pm with Sunday exceptions and other minor timetable details.
Sadar rime eastbound to Toronto at 5 SR am and westbound to Kitchener at 4 45 jam. Multiple times listed including 206 pm and 618 pm with through service to London daily except Sundays and holidays. Through services noted with codes Bun and Hol indicate holiday or Sunday exceptions.
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