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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 10, 1949
Page
2
A wartime anniversary reminds readers of armistice significances and the sacrifices in two world wars. The piece calls for learning from history and choosing peaceful means to resolve disputes, aiming to prevent repeats of war and to live in harmony with neighbors and the world.
The Financial Post notes Canada’s net debt fell from a high of 171 billion in September 1946 to 11.496 billion, a drop of about 263 million. The remaining burden equates to 851.55 per person for Canada’s 13.5 million population.
The piece argues wartime rent controls should end to restore individual independence. It critiques government wage guidance and labor regulation, urging enforcement of laws and a return to market forces to improve labor relations and housing access.
November municipal period unfolds with focus on local elections and public service. Communities urged to study issues and participate, embracing citizen responsibilities and new municipal undertakings shaping governance this month.
The text urges citizens to value municipal service as its own reward and to engage with current and former board and council members. It highlights November as a time to encourage service, discuss improvements, and consider new public servants to sustain community well being.
Readers welcome a definite plan for Ontario education stressing alignment of public schooling with high school studies and local funding concerns. They caution against shifting course outlining to local boards and urge prudent rollout while noting some higher grade gaps and the need to avoid wasteful subjects.
Editorial notes report Smith Falls awarded contracts for a sewage disposal plant with connecting sewers for a total of 365000. The piece touches on population figures and several local education construction projects including Simcoe High School District and Port Credit Collegiate additions with costs ranging from 225000 to 773000 and 388000.
Local councils stress that community progress hinges on attracting and supporting new industries to provide expanded employment. They note Canada’s past influx of industry and warn that firms seek stable, favorable conditions rather than short term gains, risking relocation if bureaucracy increases.
Bexhill council honors wartime ties with Canada by naming roads on a northern suburb housing estate Canada Way St Lawrence Road Edmonton Road and Calgary Road reflecting the wartime link with Canadian troops billeted there.
The saying notes business relies on simple core principles yet demands diligence. It contrasts half truths from glib speakers with the meticulous effort real business requires, implying many avoid the thorough answers.
Financial Post survey of leading citizens forecasts Canada reaching 25 to 50 million people in fifty years. Respondents largely avoid war risk but note predictions are safe only for those over 50 who may not face their forecast.
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