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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 12, 1936
Page
8
The writer recalls visiting the Toronto Motor Show at the C N E and notes the display focuses on beauty and presentation. Cars are dressed with flowers satin and lights while sections compare models to fashion, emphasizing style over technical details and interiors rather than mechanical fundamentals.
The Beardmore Company announces moves from Toronto to Acton consolidating the head plant here. Nine or ten new employees and families relocate, with no community funding asked. Acton notes Bracebridge plant closure as a positive shift and welcomes sustained growth under the new arrangement. Civil servants later face new rules on government car markings after Premier Hepburn’s order.
Report from Toronto describes intense media attention and crowd activity around a high profile hearing on the Millar will affair and Toronto derby. Premier Hepburn denounces the proceedings as the most disgusting exhibition in a civilized country.
Comments warn the Farmers' Creditors' Act has wrecked farmer credit more than years of troubles. It shifted unpaid interest and principal into a lumped, interest free settlement over years, resembling bankruptcy. Critics question applying the same relief to all individuals and fear lasting damage to farmers' credit.
The notebook surveys diverse topics from Acton and beyond. It notes a new bank loan plan to modernize homes, ongoing demand for modern housing, and reasonable returns. Canada’s exports in September reached 88.894 million dollars versus 77.259 million the year prior. Municipal nominations are set two weeks hence, with little shared by nominees. The Shelbourne Economist weighs in on national pace, while some wealthy individuals display new red license plates ahead of deadlines. Premier Hepburn advocates consolidating departments to cut overlap. A Montreal finding links milk at lunch to improved worker productivity. County centres may favor a large fair if proven successful, and motorists welcome extended zone lines on dark pavements for safety. The Acton Council experienced its first joint visit from a neighbouring reeve and councillor, which proved more fruitful than correspondence.
The lesson describes Paul's resolve to go to Jerusalem despite danger, guided by the Holy Spirit. It contrasts friends' warnings with his steadfast commitment to Christ, echoing Christ's path of sacrifice and foreseeing suffering as part of faithful service.
Canada maintained high silver production in 1935 with 16.62 million fine ounces valued at 10.77 million dollars. Lead output declined slightly but rose in value, zinc and cobalt rose, and arsenic quantities grew. Canada ranked third globally in silver and second in zinc ore production, with notable activity in British Columbia and Quebec.
In a regional exchange, Mr Jackson vows to obtain health insurance for his wife after a dispute over chores and illness. The conversation reflects concerns about care and coverage within the household.
The text notes the mass denial of salvation by the Jews and ends with a strong assertion of the absolute deity of Christ, aligning with Hebrews and John references to establish his supreme divine nature.
Fragmentary OCR-like dialogue mentions a "sweetesh Little hat" seen downtown and playful misstatements. No clear people, places, or events to verify for a solid news item or summary.
A humorous exchange unfolds as the husband asks why a woman lingered at the door and the wife replies she never got a chance to step inside, joking about the prolonged conversation.
A freshmen debate scene shows a professor asking quick thinkers to lead while a student quips hesitation makes one the boss. The exchange highlights differing views on leadership and decisiveness.
A farmer warns a new hand about approaching from the rear without warning. He explains the rule is not etiquette but safety because one mule is prone to kick. The exchange underscores practical hazards on a farm.
In a fragmentary exchange Winnie questions the doctor about the new baby slater. Winnie remarks she does not blame the doctor for wanting to get rid of it but questions why it was given to them.
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