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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 30, 1940
Page
9
The Acton Free Press outlines subscription terms and renewals, with cancellations by notice to avoid interruption. Advertising rates require confirmation proofs. liability for errors limited to space proportion. Editor is G ARLOF DILLS.
The speech argues War Savings Certificates prove democracy’s devotion and loyalty. It urges Canadians to match Britain and France by funding freedom with sacrifice, showing whether democratic discipline can rival dictatorship. It frames the purchase as a test of democratic will in wartime.
The speaker urges Canadians to end internal bickering and support Prime Minister Mackenzie King for the war effort. They argue the March election gave a clear mandate and criticize Toronto press for division, urging all to rally and work for victory.
A letter argues against funding home guard duty in Canada opting to use dollars for overseas support and local police to aid wartime effort. It cites Acton’s prior experience, questions the cost, and urges Canadians to back overseas forces and policing rather than forming new units.
Early 1940 figures show heavy cross border travel with 176 162 tourist cars entering Canada in March and 66 943 Canadian cars touring the United States. US tourists to Canada total 16 578 119 for the year, with trains and boats contributing substantial shares, while 4 212 816 automobiles were entered for touring during the year.
Editorial notes discuss springtime observances and holiday travel, exam periods for schools, building permits in Canada, flour production and exports, a radio speech on war savings, currency policies for tourists, and reminiscences on wartime news and past experiences.
The piece surveys rapid World War II developments in Britain and Canada, noting emergency legislation enabling mass resource conscription and wartime control. It discusses Parliament’s powers, production mobilization, and concerns over preserving individual liberty amid total war in a Dominion context.
A clergyman who often rebuked his son for coarse phrases overhears him boast of passing a school exam. The boy shows the paper declaring first prize, prompting the surprised father to exclaim in disbelief. The moment blends humor with a parent's mixed pride and shock.
French inventor Marcel Radenacys two stroke engine method promises equal power to four stroke units while improving exhaust disposal. British researchers with large engine firms have tested units up to 6000 horsepower for land and marine use, boosting range and fuel economy.
Chesley Enterprise notes that Barrie raises transient traders license from 200 to 500 to curb outsiders who stay only a few weeks and take business from local stores. It calls for a tax on such arrivals who contribute nothing to town maintenance.
Medical and veterinary practitioners and auctioneers are listed with offices and hours across Acton Georgetown and surrounding towns. Names include Dr E J Nelson Dr Wm G Cullen Dr Freed and Stevenson P W Pearen D D S L D S B D Young F G Oakes and other officials with addresses and phone numbers. Auctioneer services for Commercial Life Assurance Co are noted in Georgetown.
Train times listed for SIMER FABLES to Georgetown Guelph and Acton with daily routes and Sunday restrictions. Schedule shows morning and evening departures including 8.1 9.49 a.m. 6.28 p.m. 8.19 a.m. 9.41 p.m. 9.15 p.m. Going West and 8.48 a.m. Saturday runs with 6.48 p.m. daily except Sunday 7.0 p.m and 11 43 p.m.
The fragment lists westbound and other routes with time stamps like 9:53 am and 4:23 pm, noting daily and holiday exceptions. It mentions services to Kitchenee and Lancon with codes for weekend and holiday operation.
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