Your Town Reporter Attends Canadian Weekly Newspapers Meet
The editor covers the thirty second annual Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association convention in Winnipeg Manitoba at the Royal Alexandra Hotel. The gathering aims to improve weekly papers from coast to coast and fosters idea exchange through addresses forums and displays. It also provides meals, receptions and social events while uniting papers from British Columbia to Newfoundland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Weekly Newspapers Association
Royal Alexandria
Winnipeg
Man
C.W.N.A
Canada
British Columbia
Newfoundland
Friendly Towns Embrace Small Town Courtesy and Cooperation
The piece extols small town life emphasizing neighborly friendliness and daily chats at the mail time. It argues such communities foster mutual aid, encouragement, and a slower pace that strengthens social bonds, contrasting with bustling city living.
Each of Us Can Do His Bit Against Inflation
The piece urges all people to fight inflation by working harder producing more consuming less and saving in ways that limit price rises. It notes older readers may apply for an Old Age pension bonus at the Post Office with forms ready and a hopeful run to reach the qualifying mark.
The Maxsey commission and press freedoms debate
A draft editorial argues that voters must stay informed through press radio and TV to hold government to account. It critiques a majority view to strengthen CBC control of radio and grant a monopoly in television program production with the National Film Board, while Arthur Surveyor favors moving radio to an independent private board.
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Maxsey
CBC
National Film Board
Ontario to standardize firefighting equipment nationwide
Col Arthur Welsh announces a 900000 program funded 600000 by Ontario and 300000 by Canada to standardize hydrant outlets hoses nozzles and auxiliary gear. Major cities Windsor Hamilton London Ottawa will adopt new 214 inch hose diameter 3 1 2 inch couplings five threads inch with expert teams aiding conversions.
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Ontario
Col
Arthur Welsh
Civil Defence
Col. Welsh
Ottawa
Taronto
Windsor
Hamilton
London
Advertising and the decline of summer in editorial notes
The editorial reflects on advertising as a life journey, money worth, and the need to abolish habits that create alcohol problems. It notes the Canadian National Exhibition approaching, fall fairs, and summer waning while editor travels to Winnipeg for a convention. Taxes are cited as a major cost of living impacting prices.
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Winnipeg
Sunday Worship Events Listed for August 1952
A church notices schedule lists Sunday events for August 19 1952 with 160 am Sunday School 11 00 am Morning Worship and 7 00 pm Evening Worship. It also records August 19 1951 services including 10 30 am Sunday School 11 90 am and 7 30 pm with Rev. F H Wentworth Simcoe Ont. plus a Wednesday 30 pm Prayer Meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. H Wentworth
Simcoe
Trinity Xit
Holy Communion
Acton Residents Attend Derry Day in Georgetown
The Free Press notes Acton residents joined the Derry Day celebration in Georgetown yesterday. Other entries list Eldorado Park closing Saturday night with the electric railway, Mason Knitting Co upgrades, Mr William Black and wife to move to Grand Prairie to teach, a Weatherston reunion in Everton, Beardmore Leathers cut sole department moving to new quarters, and warehouse alterations in Toronto ahead of department relocation.
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Acton
Georgetown
Eldorado Park
Electric
Ballina
Halton Rifles
Mason Knitting Company
William K. Black
Grand Prairie
Peace River
Professional Directory and Traveller's Guide Real Estate Listings Needed
The notice outlines a professional directory and traveller's guide with real estate listings and agency contacts across Ontario Canada. It calls for farm properties from 50 to 300 acres and smaller holdings from 1 to 25 acres, inviting listings and indicating multiple agencies and representatives including Willoughby Farm Agency Wright Real Estate and Insurance and Andy Frank.
Monument unveiling plans and town improvements in Acton
The Gunner Moore Memorial Committee consults with Col. John Davidson and local leaders on unveiling ceremonies at Fairview Cemetery and urges Decoration Day observances for plots. Acton streets improve with granolithic pavement, and 600 feet completed. Harvest crews from Acton and district aid the North-West grain harvest. Tickets listed at GTR depot for local residents. Acton Roller Mills now in operation after repairs and new machinery under Mr. Glebe. Visitors praise Fairview Cemetery for its setting and Acton’s charm.
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Gunner Moore
No. 6 Co
Acton
John Davidson
Guelph
Fairview Cemetery
Main St
G.T.R
S.J. Barlow
GTR
Alex Waldier
A. B Cheyne
Allan Mann
Stephen Carnachan
Samuel Frank
Robert Storey
Alexander McKinnon
T. A. Storey
Joseph Agnew
Willie Harding
Thas. Lee
John Gibbons
Robert MacPherson
Stephen Hornby
John Rawson
Robert McAlpine
Chas. Davidson
2Nd Line Esquesing
Glebe
Jon
Rae Condard
Mrs George Marshall to keynote at C N E opening in Toronto
Mrs George Marshall wife of General Marshall will accompany him when he officially opens the Canadian National Exhibition on August 24. She will attend the women’s division luncheon and participate in the opening of the Women’s Building and the Design for Living Show in the Coliseum. Her husband’s career and their Virginia home are noted. The 1951 Ex displays will run August 24 to September 8, drawing millions to the nation’s showcase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Marshall
General Marshall
U.S. Secretary of Defense
Toronto
C.N.E
Marshall
Coliseum
Katherine Tupper Brown Marshall
Elizabeth Carter Coles
Anzio
First Armored
Dodenna Manor
Leesburg
Virginia
George Washington
Trainin
Chiis
Minshall
Toskether
Busarre
Six Fatalities Record Highlights Vancouver Traffic Safety
Vancouver reports six traffic fatalities marking its best record in Canada. Officials cite effective enforcement and safe driving campaigns while noting ongoing street improvements and public awareness efforts.
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Vancouver
Canada
Prize name sought for dinner set at C N E exhibit
The Women's Division CN E offers $100 for the best name for a new dinnerware pattern. The design features a dark green border edged in gold with an off white background and lily of the valley contour. Send ideas to the Women's Division CN E Toronto by August 22.
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Canadien National Exhie
Canada
Prince
Elizabeth
Lily-Of-The-Valley
C.N.E
Toronto
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Friendly Church
Bower Avenue
EL A. Currey
B.A. Wlister
Mise O. M. Law
Presbyterian Church
Carads Knox
Robert J. Armstrong , M
St. Alba's Church
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W. G. Luxton
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the Free Press
Professional Directory and
Traveller's Guide
CROW
G. C. Kenney
Symon Block
Mill St
Church St
D. A. Garrett
Willow and
River Ste
River Street
Hone
A. J. Buchanan
Leishman Block
George A. Sirrs
Corner Frederick
B. D. Young
B.v.sc
L. Young
D.V.M. Veterinary Surgeons Office
Brookville, Ontario
Phonte
Milton
F. G. Oakes
V.S
Veterinary Surgeon
Knox Ave
Cc. F. Leatherland
Notary Public Office
Chartered Accountants
Jenkins and Hardy
Victoria St
Real Estate and Insuranor
Ray St
Hone Pire
Tom Hewson
Valuators - Realtors Insurers
Inappeateals Institute
Anada
Guelph and District Real Estate Board
Guelph and District Insurance Agents’ Association
Andy Frank
Campbellville
Co. H. Dyment “Realtor
Wentworth St. S
W. H. Parkin
Oakville
Travellers’ Guide
Gray Coach Lines
Kitchener
Victor B. Rumley
WM. C. Milligan
R.O. Optometrists
Watnesdys
A. T. Brown
Canadian National Railways
Sunda
Daly
Sunei
Amyr
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General
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Acton Free Press
Post Office Department
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