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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Nov 13, 1968

Page

17

Reading Bug: Books Fuel Escape and Habit Forming

Barbara McIntosh reflects on how reading opens vast worlds from horse novels to Nancy Drew and Tarzan. She recalls late night reading with a lamp under a sweater, the thrill of books replacing dull school work, and the addictive pull of reading as a daily need during National Book Week.

Stephen Leacock

Criticism and the Cult of Loud Commentary

A reflective column argues criticism runs wild in society with students teachers parents MPs and nations tearing each other down. It questions the value of loud outspoken judgment and defends thoughtful informed critique while condemning gossip and petty attacks.

M.p’s

Lack of smoking lounge plans at Acton District High

A survey of Acton District High School students shows 52 percent favor a smoking lounge inside the building but officials doubt action soon due to fire regulation needs and no suitable space. Vice-principal Joe Bray cites no immediate timetable for a new building plan while results reveal more smokers among grade ten and four year programs, with limited parental approval and willingness to clean up.

Acton District High School Joe Bray

Where do Volkswagens go when theyre wrecked

A playful quip about where damaged Volkswagens end up calling it the Old Volks Home, a pun relying on a familiar name for a repair or disposal spot.

Volks

Humber College launches Supermarket Checker Education Program

Aimed at alleviating a national shortage of skilled supermarket checkers, Humber College introduces a training program to boost checker performance and cut costs. Industry sources say about 20,000 checkers are needed nationwide, with training expenses per cashier reaching up to 400 dollars annually. The sponsorship includes A. and P. Dominion Stores Oshawa Wholesale Power Supermarkets Steinberg's and the National Cash Register Company, covering price marketing bagging operations and customer relations among other topics.

Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology Canada Dominion Stores Oshawa Wholesale Power Supermarkets Steinberg’s The National Cash Register Company

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