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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

May 29, 1946

Page

6

Radar fish finder touted by British Columbia fisherfolk

In Victoria Canada a radar based depth recorder, mounted on the 60 foot fishing vessel Elwin B owned by FW Smith and sons, is praised for locating schools of fish. The device weighs under 10 pounds, measures 20 by 16 inches, and depth reads to within eight inches. A second transducer system with 360 crystals sends and receives signals, charting sea-bottom contours and recording any passing under the hull, promising time savings for salmon and tuna fleets.

Victoria B.C Amidahus Salmon Guna Faherman William Burges Vancouver

Pasture for Poultry Facts for Efficient Growth

Poultry nutrition progress has raised pasture as a key factor in efficient growth and quality. Ottawa expert H S Gutteridge explains pasture aims to substitute costly feeds, reduce parasites, and improve hygiene while selecting tender palatable grasses and frequent cutting for succulent forage. Rotational pastures offer the best overall balance for farm rotations and parasite control.

Eepartmental Farm News Gutteridge Poultry Division Central Experimental Farm Ottawa Central Experimental Law

Emigration Interest Grows From Hungry Europe to Canada

Millions in Europe seek to emigrate to Canada driven by food shortages and better living standards. Noted there are many capable and fine characters among them who could contribute as skilled, law abiding newcomers.

Europe Canada

Ottawa Week in Review Faces Inflation and Labor Strife

In Ottawa, clouds gather over inflation and wage policy as Labour Minister Mitchell defends controls amid union pressure. The Canadian Congress of Labour demands industry wide bargaining and wage rules while strikes threaten lumber and shipping sectors. U S shortages and price policy debates loom, with government facing confidence votes on price stabilization.

Ottawa Labor Mitchell Tthe Canadian Congress of Labor Unions Labor Board Aaid Canadiana Congress United States Canada Lowe Commons U.S Jude Howe Ontario Quebec CCE

Ministers Defend Government Policy Amid Commons Criticism

Across the week various ministers faced heavy criticism from the opposition in the Commons while defending the government's policy stance. The debate highlighted persistent partisan tensions and scrutinized official decisions.

Brantford Blacksmith Jacob Allen Keeps Shop Open

In Brantford Ontario Jacob Allen a 41 year old blacksmith works daily at his shop near the Six Nations Reserve aided by his wife who helps him and shares the business. He recalls giving up shoeing horses ten years ago and now focuses on repairs and making new pieces while hoping for more help so he can retire.

Brantford Jacob Allen Clacksmith Ontario Allen Dinen Gill Thad Firat

Beaver Menace Floods Roads Near Lindsay

Eldon Township councilors complain beaver dams raise water levels and flood roads around Lindsay Ontario. City officials note repeated damage and urge action to control the beaver activity in the area.

Lindsay Ont Canada Eldon

Veminine diplomacy in a garden rebuke and plan

A chaotic exchange shows misheard words about beautification work and garden maintenance. A wife teases her husband over plant choices while a neighbor speaks of a diplomatic stance and a planned addition of tomato and herb plantings.

Brown Lamile

Blind Veteran Recalls Farm Fire Damage

A Confederate era veteran recounts a blaze that destroyed thirteen oats, a barn, an empty granary, and a cannon in Cass Foster farm. He notes such accidents occur and expresses regret over the loss.

Ral Whey Hank Heraea Cass Foster

Quebec Strawberry Crop Reaches 30 000 Quarts in 1945

Quebec harvest totals 30 000 quarts valued at 885, ii) dollars, marking a rise from last year’s 20e quarts worth 429,000. The report notes growth in production and value for the season.

Quebec

Four Month-Old Chesapeake Retrievers Vanish in Victoria Hunt

In Victoria two four month-old Chesapeake retrievers were reportedly abducted by Laven Wright who plans to exhibit the dogs. The incident involves concern over the dog pedigree and potential show involvement.

Bpepor OnteCby Laven Wright Bic Fou Faa Tuyer Victoria

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