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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 10, 1951

Page

10

Teacher for Blind Active in Halton

The Canadian National Institute for the Blind supports progress through new occupations and social activities for the visually impaired in Halton County. A home teacher now visits blind residents to aid training and adjustment to blindness. Citizens may support by the May 12 tag day or donations to Mrs. J. W. Wolfe.

Canadian National Institute For the Blind Halton County Citizens of Act J. W. Wolfe

Ontario Women’s Institute delegates hear reporter tips

Nine hundred delegates at the Ontario Women’s Institute Conference in Guelph heard a panel on publicity for institute functions. Marshalling guidance from Ontario officials and press editors, speakers urged accurate reporting, deadlines, and clear names. The event also covered historical research and requested Ontario to film local sites for teaching and tourism.

Ontario Women's Institute O.A Ontario Department of Agriculture Maud Kerr Family Herald Weekly Star Farm Press Katharine A. Marston Flora Express Weekly Press Gladys Houck London Free Press Daily Press Margaret Brophy CKNX Wingham McPherson Conference On Historical Research Government of Ontario

High Temperature Ingot Shipped by Canadian National Railways

A 30,000 pound 1700 degree alloy ingot was transported by rail from Sydney to Trenton NS. It solidified in a mould then rested in an insulated cast iron box braced to the car floor. The method cut processing time by nearly two months, reduced cracking risk, and kept the ingot temperature drop minimal from 1,760 to 1,435 degrees at delivery.

Sydney Trenton Canadian National Railways

Fashion Hint Spring Suit For Girls Young and Growing

A spring fashion note suggests a smart boxy suit for younger wear with growing room. Pair with a sweater or blouse at school and switch to jackets for evenings. white pique collars and cuffs add crisp detail.

Prevent Fly Infestation With Simple Household Measures

The Department of National Health and Welfare outlines key steps to curb flies and prevent disease. Clean outdoor and indoor garbage, cover all refuse and food, avoid disposing liquids outside, ensure screened windows are in top condition, and inspect screens for daily protection against pests and illness.

Department of National Health and Welfare

Bag shortage report links Canada to global supply concerns

The Financial Post notes a bag shortage in Canada but says it is not yet critical. It suggests potential tensions between India and Pakistan could impact global supply chains. The piece also compares insect wingbeat rates, stating flies at 330 vibrations per second and bees at 190.

Canada Financial Post India Pakistan

Giant pine flagstaff from British Columbia to grace Thames

A seven ton pine log from the Maria Parodi will be towed up the Thames to stand near County Hall as a display flagstaff. It will be erected after preparations, following the earlier 215 foot Kew Gardens flagpole gift from 1910.

Columbus London Kew’ Gardens British Columbia

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