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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 22, 1933
Page
2
The Acton Biter Press lists subscription rate of $200 per year in advance with notices on address changes and cancellations. Advertising sections detail legal notices at 12 cents per line, readers’ notices, and notices for attractions, with free inserts for meetings and obituaries, plus general display rates and liability limits for errors.
The article argues that while preliminary sparring dominates reports, true gains come when representatives move beyond personal or national gains. It urges patience and open exchange to broaden goodwill and reduce the self serving pull of politics. It emphasizes collective benefit over propaganda.
Despite criticism the Acton tax rate remains unchanged this year as municipal finances stay sound. Officials note reduced provincial grants and careful spending, with future potential for lower rates as maintenance and debt obligations are met. Citizens are urged to support prompt payments to sustain solvency.
The plan aims to map ground and grave positions, level the terrain, and establish a cairn from stones. It seeks permanent upkeep, with volunteers carrying the project forward for current and future generations to praise the effort.
A satisfactory settlement in Acton schools marks the engaging of competent staff and a fair handling of salary adjustments. The Board and teachers are congratulated for a cooperative resolution, signaling a smooth return to duties after the holidays and continued efficient school conduct.
A collage of provincial news and community observations from the Bowmanville Statesman. Reports on export cattle shipments to Great Britain, a planned Burlington water reservoir, summer sports, time standard nuisance, school board salary debates, upcoming summer vacations, Father’s and Mother’s Day remarks, a Saskatchewan marriage act requiring health certificates, newspaper prosperity, and a proposed six day debate on canal and power issues.
A first person reflection from Ginger Farm chronicles a mountain view from a front door as seasons shift and life moves through fields, roads, and passing cars. The author notes the daily struggles of neighbors, groceries, and chores, praising a cheap window-cleaning time saver and the sense of life passing by on the road outside.
A passage notes dragon fleas causing convulsions and death in children. It mentions Graves' Worm Exterminator as a protector for children against these afflictions. The text cites at least 72 dragon flea species in the prairie provinces.
A survey highlights flax exports from Quebec with strong prices after inspection by the Dominion Grain Branch. It notes asparagus storage life, lettuce varieties, and the impact of Canadian plant breeders. Agriculture contributes about half of Canada’s exports, with grain products, cheese, livestock, and produce like potatoes and apples.
Jones asks about progress in the new eight room house while Smith explains one bedroom was furnished with soap coupons. He says the other seven rooms cannot be furnished because they are already full of soap.
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