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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 09, 1939
Page
9
The Acton Free Press notes subscribers prefer not to cancel but may cancel if not notified to continue service. The notice explains that continued service will be assumed unless cancellation is requested.
Communities along the summer royal itinerary scramble to host events and fittings as Their Majesties prepare to tour Canada. Acton hopes for a closer view but officials say the train will merely pass through. Citizens plan symbolic welcomes and tree planting as a standby tribute.
Sir Samuel Hoare condemns panic mongers who fear World War and undermine public confidence. London Times manager C. S. Kent notes more war talk in America, while Walter Lippmann argues danger has receded since autumn.
The quote emphasizes that danger can be averted not by fear or provocation but by calm confidence and steadfast resolve. It advocates steady composure and determination as the path to preventing crisis.
January exports to the United States rose 75 percent year over year marking the new trade treaty's early effect. Canada’s total January exports reached 81.046 million dollars, up 14.1 percent from 71.022 million. UK shipments fell to 25.554 million from 33.57 million, a 23 percent drop. Australia stood as Canada’s third largest buyer with 3.054 million. Other countries show varied gains and losses, while imports in January dropped 11 percent to 43.742 million with Empire and foreign shares at 11.004 million and 32.738 million respectively.
Bowmanville Statesman urges local merchants to adopt aggressive strategies to attract customers. It stresses cash sales, attractive displays, and new avenues to bring in business as shoppers seek value and responsiveness to economic pressures.
Canada will absorb several hundred Sudeten German families from Czecho-Slovakia farms this spring. Each family brings at least $1,500, funded by Czech government with loans from Britain and France. Refugees fled Nazi rule, proving farming ability and fitness to avoid public charges.
The column notes hockey honors are nearing completion with few teams remaining in groups and stresses weather’s impact on plans. It cites Acton as compliant with Dominion housing legislation though no houses are planned. It also mentions a proposed gasoline tax and suggests curbing fuel use to avoid it, causing little hardship in many cases.
In Britain the United States and Canada experiments show pasteurized milk retains nutritive qualities. A National Institute report notes calves fed pasteurized milk thrived. tuberculosis cases appeared in raw milk groups. Across 250 calves, average gains favored pasteurized milk, supporting its superiority in this study.
Sunday lesson notes recount Peter’s peril in a Roman jail with chained guards as the church prays fervently to God. An angel frees Peter, the gate opens, and the deliverance prompts faith and doubt among the praying group led by Rhoda who recognizes Peter’s voice at the door.
A Scottish comedian interviewed by the editor of a London paper warned that he would never borrow the newspaper again if a joke about him as a mean Highlands man appeared. The remark was presented as a direct threat in the interview.
A father, eager to share information, sends word to relatives wherever they may be and at any hour, underscoring the immediacy of family update culture. The item highlights a universal urge to inform loved ones promptly.
The Dominion Botanist report for 1935-37 notes brown heart in turnips causes high rejection rates. Symptoms include a brown water soaked area and cavities in advanced stages. Boron improves development. 15 to 20 pounds per acre borax provides control, while heavy liming increases risk and alkaline soils reduce borax effectiveness.
A shopper asks for a song titled The Food of Love but is told only Boiled Beef and Carrot is available. The exchange preserves light humor and a catalog style tone.
A dated flyer notes a daily service with exceptions on Sundays and a flag stop in Georgetown. The timetable mentions 9.54 am and 8.19 pm in reference to Sunday operation and location.
Acton requests office hours at Georgetown Main Street for appointments. The notice lists times Thursday 1.15 p.m. to 4.4 p.m. and Tuesday evenings. It references T. Seynuck's case and Georgetown office location.
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