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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 17, 1945

Page

3

Duchess and Duke Glimpse Australian Hospitality at Marulan Stop

On arrival in Australia the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester toured via a 200 mile drive from Sydney to Canberra and enjoyed a homely greeting at Marulan Police station hosted by local constable’s wife Mrs A J Flynn and neighbors. They praised cream puffs and chocolate cake as the duchess settled in with typical Australian hospitality.

Canberra Australia Sydney Duke Duchess of Gloucester Marulan Jocal A. J. Flynn Mrs. Flynn Ducheas

The Lake Trout Naming and Range in Ontario Waters

The lake trout roams Great Lakes and northern Ontario lakes. Sizes vary from 14 to 70 pounds in large lakes, colors range pale to black, flesh from cream to pink. Names like salmon trout and grey trout arise from color variants. Concerns about mislabeling and deception when catching landlocked salmon under salmon names.

Royal Ontario Museum Great Lakes Ontario Canada Northwest Territories

Saskatchewan approves motion to extend federal vote age

A Saskatchewan legislature motion to amend the federal election act to grant the franchise to persons 14 years of age or older was approved. The measure aims to allow this group to vote in the next federal election.

Regina Saskatchewan

War grief and farm life mix in Halton county diary

A Halton county farmer laments the prolonged European war while detailing spring seeding delays and harsh weather. She notes bluebirds near the house, challenges of rearing seven-week-old chicks, and the daily balance between farm chores and family farewells. In Lunenburg NS Easter eggs are tipped, and in Montreal a seal becomes the first arrival in the port after the N. B. McLean voyage.

Europe Wartner Tony Hitler Howe Himmler Halton Nally Mateertink Armin Montreal Hondre N. B. McLean Ite St.Lawrence

Codfish and Winée Basis of World Oldest Alliance

Lisbon reports emphasize codfish as a national backbone and symbol of Portugal's alliance with Britain. Trade, naval build up, and education programs aim to secure bacalhau supply and protect fishermen amid wartime strain. Windsor in Britain marks agricultural honors with oaks and royal participation. A new photographic method advances plastic surgery and dermatology research.

Lisbon North America Portugal Europe Hacathgu North Sea Oporto Salazar Newfoundland Banka London Hrittah Euler O P. G Hennelt

Bracken Seeks Fair Play for Farmers Under Progressive Conservative Banner

The Progressive Conservative leader declares action to end farm inequality and secure lasting prosperity for agriculture. John Bracken argues for non political pricing by a council based on farmers share of national income, promising at least a twenty percent income rise and education opportunities for farm families. A farmer fights for you and needs support to secure agriculture’s place in Canada’s prosperity.

John Bracken Canada Progressive Conservative Party Progressive Conservatives

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