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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Jul 24, 1947

Page

2

Ontario Immigration Policy Criticized in Letter to Editor

A letter questions Premier Drew's England trip and Ontario immigration claims. It cites misleading pamphlets on farming scope and housing costs, criticizes provincial focus, urges local legislative attention to highways laws schools and budgets rather than overseas visits.

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Vacation planned as office closes for Civic Holiday week

The Free Press will be closed from Friday evening until Tuesday morning for the Civic Holiday. Editor plans a partial week away from the office and will check mail to stay in touch. The district anticipates renewed interest in the Canadian National Exhibition and its displays of appliances cars and new postwar gadgets.

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Drivers urged to anticipate danger to cut traffic accidents

Arthur Rowan of the Ontario Department of Highways cautions against overconfidence in safe driving. He notes many accidents stem from drivers who assume luck protects them, urges slowing at intersections and near parked cars, and stresses strict adherence to traffic rules during busy summer months. Since 1930 about 300000 motorists were involved, with around 10000 deaths and 185000 injuries. property losses ranged from 16 to over 30 million annually.

Arthur Rowan Ontario Department of Highways Flo Rowan

World's Biggest Fish Pond Canada

Canadian fishing grounds cover vast coastlines from Grand Manan to Labrador. The Bay of Fundy and St Lawrence offer expansive fishing areas, with offshore waters totaling 200000 square miles and British Columbia fisheries spanning 8180 square miles. Inland lakes hold half Earth's fresh water. Get a hook and go.

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Editorial notes on harvests holidays and economy

The notes discuss wheat readiness and scarce oat fields, upcoming civic holidays, a weak car market amid steel shortages, and lumber price peaks likely to ease. A Pot 6 Gold prize winner is reported by phone, and Reader's Digest notes emphasize Canada US currency pressures and potential measures. Vancouver motorists paid over 68 thousand dollars in three months in fees and fines, with parking fines dominating.

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High Standard Towns and Local Improvement Standards

In progressive communities residents discuss local improvements to standards for public spaces. People talk with friends bring topics to home newspapers, and raise concerns in local groups. If ideas prove practical, supporters may gather funds and effort to make improvements.

Canada’s premier horse show at the Coliseum this September

The Canadian National show returns to the Coliseum from September 1 to 6 drawing equine aristocracy from major stables. The event showcases top riders and events at the world’s largest exhibition building, promising high profile competitions.

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