The Canadian Government last week proposed to give away money every month for every child in Canada under 16.
This nationwide bonanza would begin July 1, 1945. It would be a permanent addition to Canada's social-security program. The new payments, called family allowances, would probably be made by check, to parents and guardians. Basic monthly allowances: $5 for every child of five and under; $6 for every child of six to ten; $7 for those of ten to 13; $8 for 13-to-16-year-olds.
Money from Heaven. Lest the Government be accused of directly subsidizing procreation, there were limits. Families with more...
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