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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 24, 1946
Page
11
A wartime guidance feature urges homemakers to cut electricity use due to power shortages. Tips include turning off unused lamps, using efficient cooking, and conserving water. The piece covers lighting, cooking, washing, and general appliance usage to stretch limited hydro power.
A garbled report references the finance minister addressing a long‑running butter shortage, with mentions of government control and ongoing duties. It notes public concern, monetary policy, and civic engagement, urging local organizers to participate in community counts. The text remains unclear in places but emphasizes economic strain and public action.
A chaotic report describes efforts to interest residents, notably young people, in a service reward program. It notes work by Guo and the organization, aiming to progress and foster friendship, with Absa and Pavey LON mentioned in passing.
Community sale advertised for every Saturday at 10 o clock on the farm near the Reformatory. Calves cows stockers chickens hay grain wheat chop and farm implements to be auctioned. Scott Brooks and WM Ginson, Auctioneers.
The item recounts Reverend Haley officiating at a midnight chimes Mass and notes community gatherings, skating rink opening plans, and local council activity. It mentions Messrs Cheyne and a skating event plus various residents and officials in Acton Division 4 and nearby areas.
Five young amateur builders launched a 42-foot tugboat named the Big Horn at Hopkins Landing on Howe Sound, 25 miles north of Vancouver. Using 17 logs for the hull and cedar ribs with mahogany cabin fittings, the vessel, valued at 20000 dollars, was built without experts.
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