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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Mar 28, 1946
Page
2
Critics say late edition reports on Acton water were exaggerated while acknowledging taps were dirty and odorous for a few hours on Saturday. No illnesses linked to the supply have been confirmed a week later, tempering public alarm.
The Financial Post notes a shift since 1930 with medium salaried buyers delaying new car purchases and other semi luxury goods. Surplus funds go to taxes and higher essential costs, leaving buyers unsure they can afford new vehicles or appliances despite more Canadians earning higher incomes.
Burton argues Canada must decide soon between large production with full employment or small output with unemployment due to price ceilings and wage controls. He notes U S figures Henry Ford I and Henry Kaiser clash on removing restrictions, warning on inflation and economic disaster. The Barrie Examiner urges study of policies affecting workers and farmers and the value of a dollar.
A critique contrasts city dailies with country papers praising small town reporting that highlights community life. It argues country papers uplift readers by covering marriages births deaths and local events with gentler handling of scandals.
Prime Minister King unveils a nine point program to curb Canadian food use and boost farm production to aid famine relief in Europe and Asia. Citizens are urged to plant more at home with backyard gardens while nutrition experts note fresher produce improves vitamin intake and saves wheat.
An editorial reflects on the value of a firm conscience over mere politeness and highlights the importance of aligning actions with statements. The piece notes home priorities should aim beyond comfort and warns against passive consumption as weather improves and tire demand grows.
The Ontario budget doubles highway funding and sets aside 20000 for Premier maintenance. The piece casts doubt on whether the Acton to Milton road will be included and notes Premier Drew’s critique of school boards as extravagant amid spending.
The Altona Manitoba Echo urges communities to recognize the need for job providing industries to keep young people from moving to cities. It argues payrolls support staying and building home communities and calls on boards of trade and municipalities to encourage industrial growth.
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