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- Postwar housing plaque, Smiths Falls
The plaque reads: "As World War II neared its end, soldiers returning to Canada looked to buy new homes and a major housing boom was experienced in Smiths Falls. With the passing of the Veterans Land Act of 1942, towns were given a financial incentive to build Victory Homes, which … The plaque reads: "As World War II neared its end, soldiers returning to Canada looked to buy new homes and a major housing boom was experienced in Smiths Falls. With …Smiths Falls Public Library - Old Slys' Park Canada plaque, Smiths Falls
The plaque reads: "This lockstation is named after William Sly who settled here in 1798. A set of rapids fell almost 16 feet (5 m) over a distance of 720 yards (660 m). It was originally proposed to have the lower lock angled back into the river channel built in … The plaque reads: "This lockstation is named after William Sly who settled here in 1798. A set of rapids fell almost 16 feet (5 m) over a distance of 720 …Smiths Falls Public Library
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