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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 19, 1936
Page
2
The Free Press states it accepts advertising but is not liable for errors unless proof is requested and corrections noted in writing. If errors are uncorrected, liability is limited to proportion of the space with the error. Editor Carlolf Dills signs the notice.
An editorial excerpt recounts business executives recalling long days and hard work in Acton Ontario. A vice president explains walking 1440 miles for six dollars as he toils to keep payrolls full, noting many workers would rather die than endure such hours.
An elderly interview sheds light on Acton's naming history from Danville Adamsville and Adamsville to Acton. Records show patents to Silas Emes in 1820 and to the Canada Company, with later Adams family land and a 1844 Post Office rename prompted by Robert Swan.
Canadian building activity in February totalled 8,227,700 with Quebec leading at 3,679,300 from 249 contracts. Ontario saw 318 contracts worth 3,375,800. Engineering projects accounted for 4,718,400. business construction 2,182,600. residential 1,099,400.
Premier Hepburn delivered the budget address in the Provincial House noting a year end deficit of 13 496 600 07 but an intention to peg and reduce the debt. He predicted lower direct relief costs next year as conditions brighten while urging independence and duty from citizens to avoid increasing the provincial burden.
Acton residents embrace a full week of culture sports and gatherings from theatre and cinema to Y M C A programs and church services. A hockey trip to Galt and rural playoffs, a St Patrick’s supper and concert, plus a thriving minstrel effort show the town’s active communal life.
Editorial comments note Acton winning the championship and discuss Canada’s January 1936 motor vehicle sales up 60 percent from 1935 and 160 percent from 1934. The piece mentions Major Douglas possibly sending a deputy to promote Social Credit in Alberta, floods causing losses, and Premier Hepburn’s fatigue amid budget duties and a funeral pallbearer appearance.
A Sunday school lesson discusses Jesus teaching not to be anxious about daily needs. It emphasizes trusting God for provision, seeking first God's kingdom, and avoiding material burdens. The piece references biblical verses and urges practical faith in daily duties while leaving outcomes to God.
An advertising notice extols Kellogg's ALL-Bran as a ready acting bulk that cleanses the system by absorbing moisture and providing internal exercise. It claims vitamin B and iron, notes two tablespoonfuls daily, and compares it favorably to partial bran products while urging purchase at grocers.
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