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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 27, 1937
Page
2
A columnist reflects on missing blossom sights in the fruit belt but finds beauty close to home. They note the scene out front was peaceful despite traffic elsewhere, with sun, fragrance, and a clear view from a quiet yard. The piece celebrates local beauty over distant displays.
Bowmanville Statesman argues that public enthusiasm determines success in any venture. A capable publicity campaign builds support, energizes people, and sustains projects across business, sports, churches, and social work. Continuous publicity turns ideals into action.
The piece argues courtesy reduces accidents as seven highway deaths and many casualties show. It contrasts slow steady driving with reckless speed, noting courteous behavior matters more on holidays. A discourteous driver becomes a nuisance or danger, sometimes ending in police action or injuring others.
In its monthly summary the Bank of Montreal reports favorable business prospects for summer. Merchandise movement is satisfactory, carloadings ahead of last year, and manufacturing busy led by iron and steel. Attention shifts to the Imperial Conference in London after the Coronation, with trade and Empire policy on the agenda. In the Prairies wheat seeding is favorable, railways show earnings gains for March, and federal revenues rise with customs, excise, and income tax gains. Current loans stand at 694 215 000 Canadian dollars, up slightly from February.
Editorial notes reflect Victoria Day as a popular holiday in town with home improvement themes and heavy traffic during the first summer outing period. It mentions John D. Rockefeller dying at 97, the C I O controversy in Toronto, and humorous quips about home maintenance loans. A Detroit study links licenses for high speed cars with serious consequences on the road.
A Sunday school study outlines Jacob’s Bethel vision and awakening faith. It traces his fear, vow, and evolving trust, noting God’s promises to Abraham and Isaac, Jacob’s self reliance, and the need for prayerful surrender before blessing. The piece links Jacob’s experience to modern faith, stressing heart over ritual.
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