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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 06, 1968
Page
16
Barbara McIntosh recounts a Windsor rail trip that becomes a candid, humorous clash over national identity between a Canadian narrator and an American-leaning stranger. The piece riffs on culture, economy, and pride as the author defends distinct Canadian traits amid playful misreadings of American influence.
Mr May recalls arriving at teaching with unclear goals and discovering a passion for history at Weston University. He supports an ungraded system for specialization but warns it may narrow future aims. Raised on a farm he values practical work and 4-H, aims to own a farm, and enjoys Broadway music. He favors wide ties and admits occasional self doubt about fashion trends.
James May writes to the Free Press agreeing with Van Arragon about values learned through work and college. He recalls World War I sacrifices, questions antiwar protests, and criticizes campus focus on foreign troop withdrawal while noting violence against children and recent events.
A science class quiz leads to a pun as a student fumbles the chemical hint and the teacher corrects with a quick nitric acid punchline. The exchange centers on a chemistry abbreviation and a humorous miscue during a lesson.
Plans for a course in Art Appreciation at Oakville Centennial Public Library begin November 25. Taught by John Jansco of Sheridan College, the class will cover modern art schools from 19th century origins with slide aids and discussions. If enrollment allows, sessions run Mondays 2 to 4 pm from November 25 to January 27.
Jenny Bishop critiques public panic over marijuana emphasizing policy focus on harder drugs. She argues marijuana is not a narcotic, questions legal treatment, and cites studies to downplay physical addiction. The piece calls for balanced controls and reevaluation of drug laws.
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