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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 27, 1941
Page
2
The Acton Free Press notes that subscribers may avoid interruptions by notifying the paper. Advertising terms state the paper is not liable for errors in published ads, with corrections noted in writing and fees tied to space affected by the error. Editor G. Arlop Dills signs off.
The Canadian War Services Fund launches a nationwide drive to raise 5.5 million for war work, uniting the Canadian Legion I C C E Knights of Columbus Salvation Army Y M C A and Y W C A. Donors may designate gifts to a preferred group, with canvassers volunteering to collect pledges as the Battle of Britain continues.
The piece lauds Canadian and British neighbors for support during hardship and reflects on allied versus hostile neighbors abroad. It cites Willkie and Roosevelt, urges donations to the Canadian War Services Fund, and notes local concerns from garbage collection to snow-blocked streets and street layouts.
The article discusses Western wheat surpluses and proposed remedies to cut output next year. It notes subsidies, land payment offers, and summer fallow plans, plus school policies for farm work and a county grant to form a farmers federation. Tax notices and municipal rate fears are also mentioned.
The article outlines Allied and German strategies during Verdun and the planned Somme offensive. It notes French and British dispositions, Joffre’s defensive aims to exhaust German reserves, Haig shifting fronts toward the Somme, and Russian pressure diverting German troops on the Eastern Front.
New York City dwellers face traffic dangers but the U S National Safety Council says farm life is the most dangerous occupation. It notes 27 percent of 17 000 killed at work in 10 pie tractor incidents and cites falls at the farmer's home as a leading cause of fatal accidents involving horses mules and cattle.
A historical note on Acton's early commerce from The Mercantile Agency Reference Book. The piece contrasts Acton’s modest profits with Toronto’s Eaton Co and nearby towns like Oakville, Mitten, and George Wayne, listing trades from saddlery and cooperage to wagon building and mill operations. It reflects on capital scale, number of shops, and the lack of local refineries, urging comparison with later enterprise.
Elaborate plans protect Heritais forests from fire bombs with special equipment and resident groups organized for warding off threats. A desert fringe area began platns and residents split into static and mobile groups for early warning and firefighting duties.
A fragmented business directory shows medical figures Dr Jas MeNiven Dr BE Jenelson Dr C Nicholson and legal professionals C F Leatherland notary public registrar, with office hours and appointment notes. Listings include Acton offices plus a 22 phone count and references to marriage licenses births and deaths.
Readable fragments show legal and professional notices in Acton and Georgetown area listings. Names include Kenneth Langdon Bareister Notary Public and Frank Petch with conduct of life assurance, plus veterinary services and appointment phone lines.
Train listings show daily departures to Georgetown and Guelph with exceptions on Sundays. Notes include Flyer services and westbound options, with times ranging from morning to evening and special Saturday schedules.
A fragmented report notes corset makers in Britain shifting to a single piece garment. It mentions consumer preference across ages and the demand for more comfortable, stretchable designs for working women.
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