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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 19, 1942
Page
7
A tribute from Squadron Leader G. L. Creed of the RCAF to a fallen loved one. He recalls meeting her at birth and vows her life and hopes were his from that moment. He laments a bullet ending their shared skyward bond and notes a raid success with their aircraft returning incomplete.
Dusty streets and wild geese sightings set the week as tributes mark the deaths of Alexander Armstron g of Brampton and James Graham of Toronto. Longtime Halton court criera Ephraim Chapman dies at 81 in Milton with 44 years serving as Miller and constable. Judge H S Wilson opens a new garage on Mill Street. Ebenezer Church youths host a bridal shower for Laura.
Wartime Prices and Trade Board official announces 1942 price increases for tomatoes, peas, corn, green and waxed beans. Increases range from 1 dollar per ton for tomatoes to 7.50 per ton for shelled peas and about 5 dollars per ton for green and waxed beans. Licenses required for goods and services under Maximum Prices Regulations by March 21. Applications at local post offices.
A health feature touts steady use of thigh thumping and calf stretching routines as beneficial. The article highlights simple exercises and achievable goals for fitness enthusiasts aiming to improve leg strength and flexibility.
The article notes a trend toward trimming limbs, focusing on thighs calves and ankles. It lists methods such as rapid leg crossing, slapping calves with a beveling motion and circular leg movements to lengthen lines. Beauty salons caution moderation and daily effort.
Sunday School lesson discusses Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Christ and explains why Jesus must die and rise again. It defines three conditions of discipleship denial of self taking up the cross and following Christ, in the Caesarea Philippi setting with reference to Mark 8:27-47.
Manitoba and western Canada scrap metal drives push farmers and denters to gather iron, steel, and engines for wartime needs. Dealers in Winnipeg and other cities offer payments from 7.50 to 15 per ton for No 1 cast iron and steel, with caps at Edmonton Saskatoon and Calgary. A large yard near Sault Ste. Marie to Vancouver processes thousands of tons, while Alberta builds a rolling mill.
Captain John Macrae of the Scots Guards in Libya receives the DSO for delaying enemy troops as his company withdrew. After a forced march in wind and rain they missed their objective, captured a post with 40 prisoners, and blocked a large gun to protect his party while holding their new positions.
A fragment reflects on crucifixion and following Christ Jesus. It argues believers must renounce self interest and choose humble service over personal welfare, warning the fool who seeks comfort above faith. The text emphasizes a mind to obey and a path of service.
The Free Press explains its policy of dropping in arrears subscribers from mailing lists and continuing collection until accounts are paid in advance. A new newsprint shipment arrives soon with freight due on delivery and 30 day payment terms.
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