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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 22, 1942
Page
11
The Free Press outlines subscription rates and address changes with a request for advance payments. It notes that subscribers prefer no interruption on late remittance and that cancellations may occur after expiration. Advertising rates are available on application and proof requests. It accepts ads with liability limited to noted errors.
A wartime editorial urges youths to treat vacation as a time for work and saving, discourages idle gaming with slot machines, and argues resources should fund war efforts. It laments slot machines for draining money and proposes using proceeds for War Savings and Victory Bonds. The piece advocates responsible youth and productive use of time during the long break.
The Acton and District Red Cross reports show the community nearing the $3,000 goal. The chairman appeals for continued effort to finish the task this week and notes the district has a reputation for not failing a war relief effort.
Editorial notes curfew as tool to curb late street use by children in Acton and Brampton. It argues parents must take responsibility and warns curfew cannot replace parental guidance. Also includes letters praising war effort support and mixed remarks on wartime policy and figures like Malcolm MacDonald and George Bernard Shaw.
In Winnipeg a Salvation Army adjutant proposes funding a four bedroom house for a family with eight children. She offers $2000 to buy a home and $10 monthly to cover living costs, citing the need for stable housing and better prospects for the children.
As days shorten in fall the power system warns of rising demand and possible limits to capacity. Officials urge conservation to help Hydro meet the mounting wartime load and maintain civilian power supply.
A compact listing of doctors veterinarians lawyers notaries and service providers in Acton Georgetown and surrounding areas. Includes W G C Kenney Chas D Shortt Wm G Cullen and others with office hours contact details and appointment notes. Also notes for Sterration services and local auctioneer Frank Petch.
Fragmentary timetable notes show Canadian National rails at Acton with train times restricted to weekends. Mentions Saturday and Sunday services with limited hours and references to Guelph and other nearby stops.
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