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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Nov 13, 1968
Page
2
Barbara McIntosh recalls discovering books shaped her world from horse novels to Nancy Drew and Tarzan. She notes reading becomes a habit like a need, with books offering escape, adventure, and a sense of connection, while school text dulls. Erasmus quote underscored, urging restraint and National Book Week reflection.
A rambling critique questions the frenzy of public criticism among students teachers parents MPs and nations. It argues criticism often adds noise without progress and ponders what counts as normal while condemning petty gossip and fashionable outrage.
A survey at Acton District High School shows 52 percent support a smoking lounge but fire safety and building limits prevent action. Vice-principal Joe Bray says no plan until a new building. students note higher smoking rates among grade 10 boys and four year programs.
A playful riddle suggests wrecked Volkswagens head to the Old Volks Home, a lighthearted take on auto disposal humor. The joke hinges on a pun between the car brand and a home for old vehicles.
A growing shortage of skilled supermarket checkers prompts Humber College to start a Supermarket Checker Education Program. It aims to train a pool of checkers, boost performance, and cut training costs, with industry leaders estimating about 20 000 needed across Canada. Sponsors include A. & P. Dominion Stores Oshawa Wholesale Power Supermarkets Steinberg's and NCR.
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