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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 06, 1962
Page
2
The Speech from the Throne proposes higher pupil grants in Ontario for elementary to vocational students but keeps a vague link to lowering home and farm taxes. Critics say the plan muddles costs, lacks overall tax relief, and may let school boards spend more without clear limits while commerce bears the extra burden.
The article explains that the paper will not charge for wedding news or personals and offers submission forms and printing services. It contrasts with Toronto newspapers which impose fees, stating the local paper values news and public service but relies on advertising revenue to cover costs.
A decade after doubt, natural gas from Canadian prairies begins flowing through a St Lawrence River pipeline near Carwall Octane to 17 Moncepaltes in northern New York. The St Lawrence Gas Company, a Consumers Gas subsidiary, exports gas southward, shifting Canada from importer to exporter as supplies reach 2500 miles from the well head. Demand signals rising for Canada to become a top export commodity, with forecasts of substantial US earnings by 1082.
A fragmented 1962 column recalls December events from the Free Press with notices of hospital staff, area stores opening after holidays, Scout Mothers meeting, and school happenings. Names, dates, and places are partial, but reference is made to local figures, anniversary notes, and community activities from the era.
A man recounts an eventful Saturday in the city after buying new winter overcoats a hat and other essentials. He encounters a mix of mistaken identities fashion critiques and a chance reunion with an old university mentor as he and his wife visit a gallery and shop.
District Brampton teems with candidates as Carman Core Parmer and Jeese Pred Kline vie for mayor while Ranser Ressel Prowse and Mrs Nance Hor wood join the field. Council seats attract seven newcomers among a slate of thirteen nominees in a heated municipal contest. Local scenes cover opening ceremonies for a new arena and a parade along Playa de Che with Maple Leafs figure Sal Apps in attendance.
A local AA group marked its third anniversary with a gathering featuring a speaker and readings. Attendees included members and families as the event incorporated a cake, poems, and a sense of community in the meeting space.
A Georgetown based Avian Manufacturing Co plans full scale production of the gyroplane Avian Gsyrophine, advertising it as cheaper than helicopters and capable of near vertical takeoffs. The firm seeks about 2 million dollars in funding and has drawn interest from 2800 dealers worldwide.
The piece argues winter employment supports the economy and stresses planning. It suggests the National Employment Service can align production and schedule maintenance and renovation projects for winter work. Householders may hire local workers for seasonal tasks and home upkeep to bridge slack months.
Directory style notice listing multiple professionals in Acton Ontario including physicians surgeons dentists solicitor notary public and a bus schedule with times to Toronto. Includes addresses phones and office hours for each entry.
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