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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
May 04, 1950
Page
2
The piece laments reduced dog freedoms amid higher costs and stricter licensing. It notes that historic 365 days of liberty have dwindled, with curbs from May to September and stricter enforcement to protect gardens, garbage collection, and livestock.
The Smith Falls Record News warns that spring bonfires, while aiding clean up, can spread if not watched. Firefighters have already dealt with grass fires escaping control. Breezes may carry embers to roofs and buildings, so constant vigilance is urged.
California highway study shows North Sacramento by-passing with a four mile freeway reduced average daily traffic by 44 percent. Yet in the two years after opening, total district business volume rose about 31 percent as shoppers bypassed congestion and reached destinations more easily.
The California division of highways notes that removing highway traffic from a downtown district improves parking and pedestrian flow, enhancing merchandising for foot traffic oriented businesses such as department stores and groceries.
The Financial Post warns wage demands by railway workers will fall on taxpayers and consumers as railways report deficits. Substantial increases could be funded only by higher freight rates or government subsidies, risking widespread disruption to traffic offices and hotels. Donald Gordon’s CN presidency is noted amid labor tensions.
The Scene argues that pensions rely on current and past savings and on increasing production. It warns that eight earners support each retiree now, dropping to five in ten years, and that relying on public pensions risks hardship without greater capital accumulation and real production.
Roads breaking up as frost leaves the ground. Daylight saving time adjustment this week. Mail times confusing. The National Institute for the Blind appeals for funds. Calendar dates not best for fishing season openings. Tax filing relaxed but taxes are year round. Newsroom shocks at the sudden death Thursday of A. V. Nolan editor of the Stouffville Tribune and Reeve of Stouffville. He was in Brampton recently regarding a newspaper matter and was in good health. His passing will be mourned by many friends.
A Sunday School lesson outlines Hosea 4 1-9 6 3 10 32 13 centering on Israel’s moral collapse lack of knowledge and repentance. It links national downfall to widespread sin swearing lying killing stealing and adultery and urges return to Jehovah for healing revival and life through grace.
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