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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Sep 15, 1938
Page
2
A historical notice outlines advertising rules noting that errors in ads will be corrected only if written proofs are returned. It states The Free Post will not be liable for certain errors and will limit compensation to the proportion of space affected. Signed by editor G. Arlof Dills, 174 East.
The Acton Fair ushers in its Silver Jubilee next week with strong crops and epidemic-free health. President Jimmie Mann and Directors seek loyal public support as past presidents remain active and three former leaders are noted among the deceased. Participation for two days promises enjoyment and profit, continuing twenty five years of success and growth.
Ontario mayors debate shifting tax burden by adding a cent to gasol ine tax and imposing a head tax on women workers. Proposals aim to fund streets and parks as arrears loom, extending tax to all workers aged 21 to 60, with Acton Council weighing endorsement.
Report of a weekly Police Court session in Acton focusing on routine matters. The author notes enjoying a verandah watch as rain falls that evening, reflecting local interest in the proceedings.
A rainy night slows court review as motorists are fined for running signs and a drunken parish prayer meeting is admonished. Some cases are dismissed on technicalities while officers are assaulted. the piece muses on law, protection, and community betterment amid rain.
The editorial notes preview Acton Fair events next Tuesday and Wednesday and mention expert views on Europe. They cite lobster catches in Nova Scotia for 1937 and 1936, discuss road resurfacing praise, and report Ontario US border vehicle crossing figures. Also covered are local officials attending Acton Fair and Dresden Band practice lineup with odd scheduling caveats.
Sunday lesson centers on Jonathan and David as devoted friends who risk kingship ambitions for loyalty to God. Jonathan aids David, discovers his father Saul’s true stance, and upholds an everlasting covenant linking their fortunes and faith in Jehovah’s guidance.
Freshly baked bread at 20 degrees F is quickly frozen and shipped by train or air to retailers. Stores keep it in a quick-freeze state until the consumer defrosts it for use.
A rural weekly should promote understanding among diverse Canadians and competing political views through open forums. It urges coverage of modern movements and economic developments to connect citizens with the world, asking how we got here and where we go from here. Federation Ottawa.
The 1990-37 season ending June 30 1937 reports raw furs valued at 16 666 375 dollars, up from 15 464 883 the prior season. Pelts from trappers and fur farms contribute. farm pelts about 40 percent. This 1936-37 total is the highest since 1928-29.
The article notes Canadian apples are valued in Hong Kong and nearby, though U S apples dominate 90 percent of the trade. Canadian prices run about 10 to 15 cents per case higher than U S quotes, with war disrupting business especially in North China and Manchukuo.
A compact fee list of medical and legal professionals in Acton and Georgetown. Includes Dr E J Nelson physician, C F Leatherland barrister and notary, dental surgeons, P W Pearen DDS, and F G Oakes veterinary surgeon with office hours, contact numbers, and locations such as Lefshman Block and Byman Block.
Time tables show departures eastbound with daily timing except Sundays. Early morning 604 am and 949 pm Westbound? The Georgetown Nag stop appears at 949 pm. Evening services include 624 pm and 707 pm with Sunday only 1132 pm, standard time noted.
Eastern westbound and eastbound services listed with times and routes to London Stratford and other towns. Notes indicate daily and weekend exceptions and through services to London and Stratford with various service codes.
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