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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 29, 1948
Page
3
Chronicle column recounts the arrival of a spring calf nicknamed Minute, farm observations on animal behavior, and a day of chores including cleaning a cistern and hauling creek water. The writer muses on horses in the wind, hay versus fresh grass, and the value of soft well water amid wartime hardships.
In North Croydon a three way race produced an overwhelming Conservative victory for Frederick W. Harris. The Liberal Air Vice Marshal Bennett and Labour candidate Harvold Nichalenon failed to erode the Conservative margin. The result echoes Churchillian warnings about ongoing reward changes and social misery.
Home cooks receive bread making guidance emphasizing warm ingredients and undisturbed sponge. The article details yeast types, kneading technique, dough handling, and a white bread recipe with steps for mixing, rising, shaping, and baking in a hot oven.
Hog marketings in Eastern Canada surged to a January record, about 590000 for all Canada, 47 percent above January 1947. Western Canada rose as well, with near 46 percent gains. Maritime and Ontario totals reached notable levels, while officials say the jump does not signal broad pig liquidation and may reflect shifts toward inspected packing plants amid lower consumption.
The article states the average Canadian family is 3.94 persons, implying limited growth through natural increase, while the average household contains 4.25 persons, suggesting each home bears more than its own family needs. The text hints at demographic implications and includes stray characters.
W A Ross explains at the Canadian Horticultural Council meeting that new insecticides create a dilemma for endorsements. He cites Parathion as a potent but highly toxic option and notes the need for thorough testing before approval. DDT’s impact on mites and natural enemies has worsened pest problems, prompting cautious adoption.
A new method combines penicillin with oxygen in an atomiser to provide an oxygen penicillin mixture. Known as oxycillin, it has been used successfully in London hospitals for bronchial infections. A calibrated container lets doctors see the dose. leftover drug can be returned to the container.
The report notes that in thirteen states women are barred from serving on juries, highlighting a persistent legal exclusion affecting civic participation and equal rights.
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