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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 06, 1938
Page
2
A damaged OCR passage describes advertising rate notices and cancellation procedures. It mentions refunds, corrections, and the responsibility of the advertiser to sign notices, with limitations on cost based on space and errors. The text references the newspaper office and publication processes.
Acton Citizens' Band widens its reach beyond Acton, entering contest work this year. The group beat Waterloo judged rival by two points at Waterloo, then lost to the local organization by four points in a second contest, both playing the same selection.
The piece argues the Liquor Control Act fails to curb drinking and mocks its name. It cites silent temperance advocates, rising bootlegging, and a system easily evaded by brewers and distillers, noting alcohol link to accidents and police limits.
Industrial growth boosts Mason Knitting Company as it takes possession of the Beardmore warehouse buildings unused for eighteen months. The expansion allows present and future plant growth, following decades of progressive building since Mr. Mason established the plant. His son George W. Mason joins in the expansion efforts and community involvement.
Local sentiment supports expanding the industry in Acton as Beardmore Co. shifts warehouses to other uses. A private siding aids truck shipping and storage needs, with residents praising the cooperative move to preserve facilities. The outlook remains bright under the Mason leadership.
Time to Bubble Over This is membership week at Acton Y M C A. The goal is 200 members split evenly between adults and juniors. Adults unwilling to participate still help fund the low junior fees, and organizers urge everyone to join.
The article praises Neville Chamberlain for his leadership in securing a peaceful settlement through prewar conferences. It notes that the practice of resolving differences without war marks a lasting precedent and could have altered paths in 1914, while recognizing flaws in postwar treaties.
Editorial notes say fall fair crowds grow and surpluses may carry to next year. Two inquests absolve drivers. pedestrians bear some responsibility. Munich world leaders meeting meals take time. Canada oil output for first six months 1938 reached 2 919 425 barrels, up from 1937. Wheat price spread at mills explains high bran cost. Two anniversary editions praised Huntingdon Gleaner and Simcoe Reformer. A US outbreak of septic sore throat linked to milk from one farm caused by hemolytic streptococcus. prevention urged through pasteurization.
A Sunday School lesson discusses Exodus 20 teaching that idolatry harms worship, urges spiritual worship in the Spirit and truth, and contrasts Moses leadership with Israel’s backsliding. It cites John 4:23 24 and emphasizes worship offered in spirit rather than visible forms.
An Australian-born writer urges the Canadian rural press to uphold high moral standards. He calls for youth outreach, unity among classes, and a focus on public interest while promoting religion, national loyalty, and ideals over mere money.
Acton and Georgetown dental offices list appointment hours. Acton office at 1.15 to 4.90 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays with evenings on request. Dr P W Pearen D D S L D S, dental surgeon, in Byman Block. Rockwood office open Thursdays afternoons and evenings.
Train times listed for Canadian National at Acton show daily and Sunday departures with flag stops in Georgetown. Eastbound services include morning and evening runs while westbound patterns include late afternoon and night departures with through connections to London Kitchener and Stratford.
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