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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jul 24, 1952
Page
9
Official figures show Nova Scotians consume the most fish per person among provinces, with 7.45 pounds, followed by Island 7.12, Alberta 4.26, and Saskatchewan, while Newfoundland data are unavailable. Japan leads world fish consumption at 83.3 pounds.
An unsinkable swimsuit using buoyant material between water repellent layers is praised by expert swimmers divers and children who tested it. Experts say it provides quick leveling off and removes fear of hitting the bottom.
Practical guidance preserves color and flavor of raw vegetables and flowers for exhibits. Short preparation times, minimal water, skins left on when possible, and quick sauces recommended. Includes recipes for Lima Beans, Baked Carrots, and Southern Corn Dish plus a Q&A about corn and celeriac preparation.
The Canadian Good Roads Association will join highway experts in a US test by the Highway Research Board. A specially built Idaho road will endure nonstop pounding from trucks up to 40 000 pounds to determine road surface durability and bearing capacity for modern traffic. Results will guide Canada on road wear and design standards.
The Department of Lands and Forests reports that 45 provincial air service planes flew over one million one hundred eleven thousand miles in the year ending March 31 1951. Pilots operated from 25 bases across Ontario carrying officials and passengers, transporting 3350 tons of supplies and equipment. They conducted forest fire detection observ—ation and response flights photographed fires aerially transported personnel to medical centres and supported wildlife censuses and fur management work. A new Otter aircraft will be tested this summer at Sault Ste Marie and next winter at Sioux Lookout, expected to add to the Beaver in performance.
The July meeting of the Baptist Mission Circle was conducted by president Mr Landsborough in the church. Devotions were led by Mrs Cohen and Mrs Bulmer, with Scripture read by Mrs Chapman and prayers by Mrs Bulmer and Mrs Landsborough. A report on the Presidents Rally in Kitchener was given, funds allotment set at 125, plans for a August picnic at Mrs Reid's home, and a social half hour followed the closing prayers.
Poetical narrator recalls Jason’s vow to see sunsets. A winding climb through spruce hills leads to a hilltop abode and a master painter who turns sun scraps into splendor on a mountain wall. The journey leaves each traveler with lasting beauty and treasure.
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