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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Apr 21, 1955

Page

8

Shocks Keep Fish Away From Dams

The International Pacific Salmon Fisheries Commission conducts experiments in Washington to perfect an electrical field that diverts salmon from turbines. Engineers and biologists say shocks turn fish from main currents into safer bypass streams.

New Westminister B.C International Pacific Salmon Fisheries Commission Washington State

Smelt Run At Halton Beaches Attracts Fishermen

Smelt were running in shallow water off Halton beaches this past week attracting local fishermen who harvested hundreds of fish. Nets are common but other methods work with a license required per net. the fish are prized for their delicate taste and are cooked like trout with butter. Smelt, a former ocean species introduced to the Great Lakes, flourished as a spring staple.

Halton Great Lakes Lakes

Tipson Touring By Carel Lane Women’s Travel Authority

Carel Lane urges careful driving near schools. Drivers should slow for school zones, watch for signals from crossing children, and explain bike safety to youngsters. Emphasizes staying alert, obeying school crossing signals, and teaching safe walking and driving habits.

Tipson Carel Lane Women's Travel Authority

Easter Theme For Knox WMS Meeting

Easter theme He is Risen framed the Knox church Senior Auxiliary WMS on April 14 at Mrs A J Buchanan's home. Worship led by Mrs Aitken John Allan and Mrs Howard Allison. Mrs H L Bennie gave a study on India's medical care needs. Mrs Fred Anderson reported on Guelph Presbyterial WMS finance committee meeting. Auxiliary members accepted their financial obligation share.

Wmes—-Of-Knox-Church A.’ J. Buchanan Aitken John. Allan Howard Allison H. L. ‘Bennie India Fred Anderson Finance Committee of Guelph Presbyterial W. M.S

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