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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 12, 1960

Page

2

Ontario professor laments fading history recall in Canada

Dr J T Saywell told the Ontario Educational Association that six months after graduation many students forget history. He warned that Canadians lack national emotion and pride because history is taught as dry facts, while many future teachers disliked reconstructing the past for pleasure rather than exams.

University of Toronto J.T. Saywell Ontario Educational Association Toronto Saywell Dills Printing and Publishing Co. Ltd Willow St Acton Ontario Audit Bureau of Cinalanans CWNAL Ontane Queboy CWNA Tnee Simm Canada United States Post Otte Ottawa

Saving in Prices and Civic Service Across Borders

An analysis notes a monthly decline in consumer prices but warns tax hikes may offset any household savings. It cites a 1283 index point in November and questions perceived benefits for a typical housewife earning 50 dollars weekly. The piece compares inflation effects with Singapore’s volunteer effort led by Ong Eng Juan, where 17 000 volunteers built a four mile public beach and a park with no taxpayer cost, illustrating civic efficiency and time donation by doctors nurses and police.

Ansar Hye Samo Pardts

Beautification drive spurs park project and bike safety tips

A city urges community effort for a park within a day echoing Singapore style planning. It promotes Beautification Month May 15 and warns motorists to watch for cyclists as spring cycling climbs, advising safe rider practices and door-swing hazards.

Bicycle Safety Rules And Health Insurance Notice

The document lists night riding requirements with front white light rear red light or reflector and reflective material on forks and rear fender, plus riding etiquette and parking guidance. It then discusses hospital insurance premium concerns, urging contact for elderly or isolated individuals needing care or recorded premium numbers.

Mothers Day Reforms and Family Conscience Notions

A humorous and pointed critique of modern Mothers Day customs. The piece contrasts sentimental acts with practical family labor, noting mothers bear the day while fathers and children prepare breakfast, clean, and attend church, highlighting affection amid domestic toil.

Mother's Day in the New Order and the Quiet Melting Glamour

A reflective piece humorously critiques domestic fatigue on Mothers Day. The scene shifts from family enchantment to chores and strained patience as a father labors behind the scenes, while children drift away and a weary parent contemplates a restless end to a long day.

Pye Mothers of the World Vane Pasttaan

Miltons Frvemint and the Milton district sports clash

In Milton a local district event features Marie Ann Swampson and a boys match as teams from Milton and HtthAas compete amid a tense finish. A new factory project in Brampton promises 40000 square feet of space and job growth in Georgetown. The Conservator newspaper renames to The Times while streettown governance sees Dean Henderson named chief administrative officer. Police crack down on weapons sales to protect children and property, with $225 in damage at one building. Auditor Lever resigns after 25 years with town officials.

Burlington

Local tidbits mix old town notes and camp fundraiser

A collage of brief items from May 2 1988 including bank silver returns, hotel changes, church construction, a Percheron stallion purchase, and education and civic meeting notes. Highlights mention YMCA camp fundraisers, a charity circus, and local sports chatter tied to the period.

Merchants’ Bank United States

Dentist Listing for Dr H Leib at Hayes Corner

Dr H Leib dental surgeon offers office at corner of Mile and Frederick Street Hayes by appointment telephone 19 for dental care information and scheduling.

D. A. Garrett Willow and River St. Fintrance River St. Acton Robert K. Buckner Wellington St. Acton Ont H. Leib Mile Frederick Strert Hayes A. J Buchanan Mill Street

Stamp Club Friday Meeting at Presbyterian Church

The Bake Stamp club held its weekly meeting at the Presbyterian Church hatchen where President Bernie Procter led the session. Stamps were distributed and traded and plans discussed for a future wabsplatina store new information to follow. A stamp hunt followed business and the meeting adjourned at 8 15 pm. New issues include Lancela birth anniversary stamps in Honduras and Nicaragua and Canadian Girl Guide stamps. Togoland independence may bring a new issue.

Presbyterian Church Bernie Procter Wabsplatina Lancela Honduras Nicaragua Canada Togaland Girl Guide

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