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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 30, 1952
Page
22
Extract from Admiralty instructions notes that warheads must be stored with top at bottom and bottom at top to avoid confusion. The text also recalls how Columbus misnamed North American natives as Indians, believing he had reached India.
Fire completely destroyed the farm house of Mr. Stewart Miller and the household furnishings of Mr. and Mrs. William Wallace. The Farm Forum opened its fall and winter season Monday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Robinson. Stanley Robinson reelected president with Bob Coxe as vice president and Alex Pringle as secretary. Plans were made for the county rally in Brookville hall. A social hour followed the meeting.
Commerce Department figures show Americans spent 9.15 billion dollars on liquor wine and beer averaging 59.80 per person while spending about 20 billion dollars on shoes and clothing.
The Bank of Montreal's Quiz for a Go Ahead Farmer folder explains Farm Improvement Loans, their purpose, and how to apply. It highlights low 5 percent simple interest with payments timed to seasonal income and lists uses like equipment, livestock, electrical work, drainage, and building upgrades. Visit the Acton branch for a copy and talk with manager Gordon Oder.
Canada’s population reached 14,430,000 as of June 1 with Ontario at 4,768,000. Ontario led provincial gains, up 168,000 from 1951, while Quebec rose 118,000 to 4,174,000, as immigrants totaled over 216,000 in the year and births remained high.
A 1951 report from Ontario’s Department of Planning and Development shows income up 51 percent while average work hours fell from 47 to 41 per week. Ninety-two new industries were started and 550 existing plants expanded, with manufacturing employing 36 percent of the labor force and contributing $6 billion in output across the province.
The Financial Post reports a new transparent exterior waterproofing compound that resists hurricane driven rains years after application. Brushed or sprayed on it penetrates wall surfaces to seal hairline cracks and purportedly withstands acids alkalis and temperature extremes.
The article urges courteous phone use at home and on party lines. It warns against endearing but disruptive behavior from elderly family members and long, chatty calls. It notes the impact of rude responses to wrong numbers and the importance of a pleasant, clear, calm telephone manner.
The Financial Post reports a compact outdoor kit weighing 11 ounces contains 37 items from tweezers and tourniquets to candles and flashlights. Designed to repair equipment mend clothing and aid the injured, it can be carried in a pocket for hunting emergencies.
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