02 Mar 1933
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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 02, 1933
Page
1
The Free Press outlines advertising charges for legal notices, readers, and display ads with per line and per word rates plus special clauses. It states a limited liability for errors unless a signed proof is provided and corrected, with minimum charges and poet notices subject to extra lines.
A Canadian opinion piece denounces liquor interests pushing for wider markets and glass sales in Ontario. It criticizes hotel profits, government marketing relaxations, and a magazine ad revenue tied to whiskey, urging temperance groups to mobilize before barrooms return across communities.
The Monthly business summary from Bank of Montreal describes a slow winter period with subdued demand and low commodity prices. It notes Canada’s trade gains with Empire countries, strong banking resources, a favorable domestic balance, and modest rises in farm product prices including wheat.
In Montreal a bank demands a large retail firm cut its debt, citing slow payments from customers. The store counters by offering a list of creditors, naming five bank directors and over thirty directors of other banks and trust companies. The bank does not force payment or reduce credit.
Premier Bennett signals reciprocity with the United States and a curb on tariffs. The piece notes 22 years since Laurier’s defeat on tariffs, cites Liberal support for Bennett’s stance, and argues broad tariff reduction would boost trade within the empire. It warns high tariffs harmed the southern republic and Canadian farmers seeking fair returns.
In Dundas the campaign for relief funds has raised over 11000 and may reach 12000. January saw 180 transient guests and 354 meals at Town Hall, funded by the Acton Welfare Board. Huntsville merits a relief fund probe. Winter Carnival aid reportedly came from government funds. Alberta coal production rose in 1932 with 4870030 tons. Final 1931 crude oil output reached 542573 barrels. A Belfast booklet “Britain's Recovery” is gratefully acknowledged.
A humorous farm column laments costly lanterns and smoky lamps while contrasting electric light with old methods. The piece recalls misadventures from stair falls to midnight searches for a flashlight and ends by praising Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy as a life changing relief.
In court the habitual drunkard was summoned for the usual offense. The magistrate demanded ten shillings or fourteen days in jail. The prisoner replied he had only two shillings, prompting the decision that he must go to prison unless he could pay the fine.
Dr J A McNiven physician surgeon listing with office and residence at corner Bower Avenue and Elgin Street. Harold Nash farmer M A Barrister solicitor notary public Perry man Block Acton Ontario money lent on mortgages hours 9 30 am to 5 pm Saturdays 12 o'clock.
Kenneth M Langdon lists offices at Acton and Georgetown for barrister solicitor and notary public practice. Appointments available including Acton Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 15 to 5 30 p m with evening hours on request.
Dental surgeon operates in Leishman Block from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on regular days with evenings by appointment. Gas for extractions available. Closed all day Wednesday. Phone 148.
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