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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 27, 1946
Page
1
A lyrical reminiscence recalls a father who steady plowed a stubborn hill with fixed resolve. The speaker, watching from memory, honors the man’s discipline and hints at a pact with God guiding furrows set in rich sod as a son contemplates equal effort.
News item recalls two cent postage and a community picnic at Stanley Park Erin. Teachers held a drive to Erin and picnic to honor Misa Craig principal of the High School as she ends her engagement.
Cub Pack News reports Acton Wolf Cubs expect to beat a younger Scouts team in a softball game at next week's picnic. They may grant badges to ready Cubs and honor Jackie Davidson who moved on to Scouts. Planned hikes and an overnight trip loom if possible as a fall wrap, with swimming safety reminders for water-minded Cubs.
A Bank of Montreal appeal describes small personal loans as advantageous for the borrower. The article notes monthly charges of one half of one percent to six percent, depending on terms, with loans repaid in twelve monthly installments. Bank manager W H Clayton invites inquiries.
The piece reviews the Gospel mandate to preach to all creation, highlighting belief, the signs accompanying preaching, and Christ’s resurrection. It emphasizes belief in Jesus, Old Testament authority, and the apostles’ mission to witness power from on high before beginning outreach.
In Stewart British Columbia a mining boom swells activity near the Portland Canal east of Prince Rupert. Population last census was 274 and officials expect the town’s size to more than double by summer as miners arrive and real estate and business grow. New restaurant and stores open to serve rising trade as mining companies renew interest in the Stewart area.
The Campbellville column records a Grace Mission Band June meeting at Miss Red’s home with readings by Miss Reid and Miss C. McPhail, sewing quilts for charity, and a sermon by Rev. Johnston at St David’s. It notes weddings, hospital updates, a school shower, local travel, and the funeral of James Inglis in Saskatoon.
The Creemore Star reports congratulatory note from President C B Smith praising successor Aylesworth of the Watford Guide Advocate as Ontario Quebec division retires.
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