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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 28, 1936
Page
2
A reflective piece notes the humor found in police court proceedings. The author recalls motorists under the Highway Traffic Act and the familiar line that ends with Acton. The narrative contrasts the dull, drab side with amusing moments from encounters, including fines and solicitations, in a study of human nature.
The writer laments the deaths of two criminals and defends police and courts against leniency. Agnes McPhail and the Globe are criticized for bias. The piece argues for safeguarding society with police guidance and stricter accountability while noting Collingwood’s tax rate change.
George H. Mitchell editor of the Hanover Post died at age 55 after thirty years in the role. His leadership strengthened Hanover’s paper as a power in the community and beyond, and his loss is felt across the province.
The notice discusses the potential connection of a stretch between Acton and Milton as a highway link with other routes. It notes possible expenditure for the Middle Road and suggests Toronto and Hamilton receive attention, while other areas face lesser priority. The editors express a willingness to correct if needed.
Canadians spent an estimated 79.399 million dollars abroad in 1038, up from 54.4 million in 1034, aided by better economic conditions. Overseas tourism reached 16.503 million, US travel by auto 39.966 million, rail or steamer 22.93 million, totaling 62.806 million in the United States. Canadian cars exported for touring numbered 650,250, above 513,852 in 1034 and surpassing 619,572 in 1920.
Farmers in Halton and surrounding areas show growing acceptance of cattle tuberculosis testing. Inspectors visit most herds. some herds are clean while others face serious conditions. Despite negative newspaper stories, farmers approve of the test, anticipate higher replacement prices, and expect nearby counties to adopt the program to create a tuberculosis free milk area.
The piece surveys Ontario politics noting Conservative leadership nearing conclusion and Col Drew’s push for bond and tax investigations. It reflects on hydro deficits turning to surpluses, Premier Hepburn’s government courage, and calls for more relief funds for farmers amid urban access ease. It mentions John Lewis, a Sarnia policeman, and contrasts crime records.
A Sunday school lesson explains Luke 22 19 to 23 20 focusing on Jesus last Passover with the disciples and the meaning of Do this in remembrance of me. It discusses the bread as representing Christ body not as literal transubstantiation, warnings against unworthy participation, and Judas betrayal at the table.
The Royal Commission in Great Britain on transport has submitted its final report. It emphasizes that railways remain essential for human transport and commerce, despite competition from coaches and canals and notes railways are far from obsolete.
A fragmentary recall shows a wealthy woman observing many infants on the street, lamenting their condition and noting the mothers lack purses. The line “Poor Httle children” captures societal pity and critique of poverty and parental hardship.
The passage reflects on Judas as bound by worldly ambition, turning from Christ to a life of deceit. It warns believers against loving the work more than Christ and notes the betrayal at the Lord's table as a cautionary parallel.
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