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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 04, 1963
Page
24
The piece urges Halton voters to cast their single vote on Monday amid a national split in leadership. It notes five candidates on the ballot and predicts Liberal gains, with Harry Harley favored locally over Pearson, while discussing the broader federal contest and the weak cabinet balance.
Fifty years ago a town council meeting discussed a Fair proposition with Mr George Havill presiding. Acton and Georgetown were noted for hiring a daily alternate two years, while a committee explored raising funds. The report also mentions new leases, the health exhibit tour, library growth, and Grand Trunk Railway travel offers.
Twenty years ago on April 1 1943 Acton marks its Scout 25th anniversary with a banquet in the parish hall attended by about 75. Guests include Rev Forbes Thomson district commissioner George Mason and former scoutmaster Cpl Geoff Boulton who presented badges. Donations from the Red Cross drive exceed 4000 as stated by treasurer K Graham.
District Oakville will vote on a December Sunday sports plebiscite tied to the municipal election. Trafalgar township history blocks Sunday play despite Oakville approval. Brampton crews break ice jams on Credit River as volunteers battle a stubborn floe. Burlington used car buyers may obtain roadworthiness certificates amid a local inquest. Milton plans a 680000 addition to Williams Ave high school to house 760 pupils with labs and shops. Georgetown high school student charged with public mischief after bomb scare disrupts classes.
A large survey by auto service experts shows most car owners neglect essential summer prep. Three in five cars lack proper spark plugs and a third have faulty ignition systems, risking overheating and poor gas mileage gains from tuneups.
The Scout and Guide Mothers held their Tuesday meeting with one new member, Mr Dally Robinson, present. President Aluc Willinson opened with prayers as treasurer Rent Newton reported a successful Mother and Daughter event and plans for a visitation to families with children. Ethel Haggett, convener of the Swap Shop, stated supplies were low and welcomed uniforms at her home. The meeting closed with lunch served.
A columnist argues Canadians are losing their reserve and a new violent emotion is awakening. He contrasts Canadian sobriety with other nations and predicts the 1944 election will mark a shift from quiet, cautious patriotism to a tempestuous, excitable national mood.
Bridge notes describe North-South hands and bidding ideas from a recent duplicate at Acton Bridge Club. It notes North's 8 points and distribution, South's two heart reply, and the resulting four spade and six heart sequences leading to potential contracts. Winners listed include Wilsoe Mtr fire Mtcouar ne and others. The piece closes with a Canadian dairy investment comment unrelated to bridge.
Acts as a directory page listing multiple professionals in Acton Ontario. Includes physicians surgeons dentists optometrists a barrister solicitor notary public and a manager of an optical firm. Provides office addresses telephone numbers hours and noted appointment requirements. Contains detailed street addresses and cross streets for several practitioners and service providers.
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