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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 12, 1938
Page
2
The Free Press notes it accepts advertising but is not liable for errors unless a proof is requested and returned signed by the advertiser. Corrections must be noted in writing and limits apply based on the space affected. Editor Garlof Dills. Telephones listed for editorial and business offices.
Acton public schooling shows enrollment down by thirteen from twenty-five years ago as population grows by three to four hundred. Three new rooms added in 1914 and a high school building later increased space, and despite expanded subjects, current figures suggest current accommodation remains ample.
Ample provision for youth recreation in Acton and district is praised as winter activities at the Y M C A Arena and social events near conclusion. Park preparations, bowling greens and tennis courts, funded by low fees with Beardmore Co support, foster widespread participation and a thriving Tennis and Bowling Club season.
The campaign across the Province checks on defective motor cars. Sponsored largely by the Garage Operators' Association, it aims to improve service and public safety. Drivers should cooperate and repair faults to prevent highway accidents.
A Toronto reader cites Ontario farmers as having more acreage yet weaker price due to lack of grading and polishing. He notes Maritime potatoes sell for higher prices and argues for cooperative graded stations to improve quality and market share. The Owen Sound Sun-Times endorses cooperative effort for better prices.
Bowmanville Statesman notes in 1937 Canada Year Book figures that CN deficits rose from 21 million in 1927 to about 1.027 billion, with $22 million subsidized from the public purse to cover interest. It urges unification of Canada’s two railways within five years to curb tax burdens and protect jobs.
Editorial notes report Canada produced 3,001,900 ounces of silver in January and February 1938 versus 2,713,309 in the same period of 1937. The piece also cites drownings as the season opens and highlights the Globe and Mail’s new William H. Wright building.
C L Burton argues rural weekly papers in Canada should verify facts before attacking public figures or endorsing political agitation. He cites rising taxes from 1931 to 1937, contends agitators push higher imposts and restrict business, and contrasts British policy with Canadian practice, urging responsible coverage to sustain employment.
Cancers of the lip and mouth are a common male illness with higher risk in older men and rare cases in women. Early diagnosis and treatment, including surgery and radiotherapy, are essential as mouth and tongue cancers spread rapidly. Persistent smoking is a key cause, with tar exposure taking decades to manifest.
The senior boys of St Peter's School Bramley Yorkshire published The Lands of Bram compiling 11th century to modern history from parchment documents donated two years ago. Nearly 1000 copies are sold with a possible 500 copy second edition. They plan a new book on Bramley industries.
Children show bright eyes and high energy when exhausted or excited. Their behavior shifts, with cute tricks appearing at the point of weariness, making their true state deceptive and hard to read.
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