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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 28, 1952
Page
19
A wary tale told in a first person voice by a psychologist's wife delving into a devious plot. The reviewer praises the clever suspense and a striking free standing bronze stair centerpiece that anchors the drama and heightens tension. The book is described as demanding but ultimately rewarding.
An article argues towns should display their name to passing planes to attract investment and growth. It cites Fort Frances, Ontario, noting its 1830s origin as a Rainy Lake trading post named after pioneer Lady Frances Simpson.
Niagara Falls hosts Ontario Hydro’s Sir Adam Beck No 2 project a $300 million plant on the river gorge six miles below the falls. The first stage of 700 000 horsepower is due in 1954 with all seven units by 1953 5. Total capacity will reach 1 200 000 horsepower from 122 units. Two giant tunnels divert Upper Niagara water into a 20 mile canal feeding the plants. The Niagara Diversion Treaty with the United States governs flow to protect falls and enables cross-border power expansion.
The Young People of the Baptist Church held a mystery hunt on Friday August 22. Groups traveled by car solving clues to reach successive stops and prizes ending with a corn roast at Mr. and Mrs West on the 1st line.
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