Oakville Plans Speed Testing Deterrent at Town Entrances
Oakville council decided to post conspicuous signs at all three town entrances warning motorists of speed testing devices to curb speeding on main roads. Councillor Robert Freeman urged detectors as a strong deterrent while Minister Dana Porter unveiled the Oakville Trafalgar High School foundation stone with area board members and citizens present. A Trafalgar Country Swimming Club is being formed by Thomas Armstrong at Windy Range farm near Dun das highway and Sixteen Mile Creek. Ethel Brown of Bell Telephone retires after 20 years of service. Trafalgar Journal
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Oakville
Robert Freeman
Dana Porter
Ontario
Oakville - Trafalgar High School
Thomas Armstrong
Trafalgar Township
Trafalgar
Windy Range Farm
Dundas Highway
Sixteen-Mile Creek
Ethel Brown
Bell Telephone Company
Trafalgar Journal
Helicopter Arrives in New York After Demonstration Flights
A commercial helicopter arrived in New York after numerous demonstration flights across the country and was struck by an automobile. The incident involved a minor accident with no serious injuries reported.
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New York
Drought and farm life on Ginger Farm diary notes
A Ginger Farm diary recalls drought worries affecting crops and water use. It tracks tomato baskets, wilting plants, and a strange fruitless plum discovery. The writer mentions England shortages, a sister-in-law’s visit, and a rescued calf, then humorously notes Honey the cat preying on fledgling starlings.
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Cicely
England
Land of Plenty
Canada
Rad
Toronto
Tam
Too
Bob
Brotherhood of Man Poem Reflections by Edgar A. Guest
Poem reflects on fraternity through life and death, asserting brotherhood in joy and sorrow. Lines praise shared humanity, asking for lasting esteem and moral strength across all hours.
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Edgar A. Guest
Flight Ahead Of Fossil Fliers From Time Long Past
The article notes human flight surpassing ancient fliers including reptiles birds bats and insects, highlighting that although mechanical methods are unique, humans have achieved greater speeds than those natural fliers.
Tender for Coal and Coke Sealed in Ontario Dominion Buildings
Government tender invites bids for coal and coke supply to Dominion Buildings across Ontario. Bids close 4 pm Wednesday June 3, 1949, with forms and specs available from the Purchasing Agent Ottawa and the Supervising Architect Toronto. Security deposits 10 percent required. bids must show dealers license number.
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Pendeis Por
Federal Suildings Proince
Ontario
Tendens Addreesd
Wednesany
Dominion
Province of Ontario
Department of Public Works
Ottawa
Adelaide St
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