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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 16, 1952
Page
9
The Financial Post notes an inflatable vinylite pillow for travelers that folds into a bag, inflates around the neck, and resists scuffs and oils. It also touts a new messproof fountain pen that can be filled without touching the nib.
An English writer profiles a Canadian canoe anthology blending paddles songs and social history. He recalls his Oxford intro to Canada the French River trip and the CPR Folksong Festivals. The book surveys about 30 canoeing waters and features strong illustrations. the canoe’s place in Canadian history shines.
A transatlantic air liner with a female-only group of writers and radio artists aboard sent a calm message to return to seats as a flight progresses. The pilot then quips about the men's room being clear, prompting a mix of tension and humor among the passengers.
Bank of Montreal official Gorder Oder promotes Canada Savings Bonds as a path to financial security. Down payments as low as five percent enable purchases of 50 to 5000 dollar bonds with installments over 12 months. Bonds offer renewed high interest, cashable at face value, with a 1952 issue rate of 3.75 percent and a life yield around 3.44 percent per year.
The Halton District Women’s Institute executive met at the Farmer’s Building Milton on Monday October 6 to plan for the coming year. Seventeen branches attended and a newly organized Ballinafad branch was welcomed, bringing total senior branches to 21 with four juniors. Mrs Ellerby urged TB Xray survey participation in December. Mr Clarke outlined plans for Halton Centennial Manor chapel services. Volunteers are asked to donate chairs by November 30. Mrs Featherstone and Mrs Ellerby were named delegates to the planning committee. Dublin WI won the area quilt competition. The meeting closed with the National Anthem.
Public auction of beef cattle pigs and sheep to be held at lot 23 con 7 Nassagaweyal Blue Springs line four miles south of Acton on October 18 at 1:30 pm. Items include 6 fat Durham steers 1,000 lb plus 2 Durham heifers 1,000 lb, 4 Hereford and 2 Durham young steers, 7 Durham heifers 6 months to 1 year, 8 yearling heifers, 2 Hereford heifers, brindle breed, 3 Durham spring calves. 16 York shoats 9 Oxford ewes 1 yearling Oxford ram. Cash on day with owner and auctioneer guaranteeing sale to highest bidder.
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