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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Apr 08, 1965

Page

9

Farm auction sale in Mastags Township auctioned by William Gibson

The sale conducted by auctioneer WM. A. Gibson lists 14 Hereford cows with calves 12 fat calves ponies saddles implements farm tools and household goods. Brucellosis-free cattle and cash with no reserve. Sale set for Friday April 1 at 1000 hours at the farm on the Sth Line 7 miles south of Acton.

AW. Allen Acton Ori- Priday Oliver Orchard Oliver Iow Massey Harris Fred Cumer WM. A. Gibson Guelph Art Diamond

Notice to Creditors in the Estate of Cyril Oswald Ranney

Violet Ranney administrator directs all personal claims against the estate of Cyril Oswald Ranney who died around February 7 1965 in Acton Ontario to send proof by April 9 1965. After that date only recognized claims will be paid from the estate and the administrator bears no liability for late notices. Acton Ontario March 1965. 265 Arthur Street Acton Ontario 2 403

Cyril Oswald Oswald Ranney Actan Halion Levebe Acton Dsy Violet Ranney Cyril Oswald Ranney Arthur St

Knox Ladies Aid Meeting At Van Fleet Home

The Knox Ladies Aid met at James Van Fleet’s Park Avenue home with Mrs. Ruby Hansen presiding. The day included a winter to spring thought, hymns, scripture reading from Revelations, prayers, a business session to pay accounts, a plan to attend Wory Week, a contest won by Mrs. W. McLeod, and closing prayers.

Knox Ladies' Aid James van Fleet Park Avenue Ruby Hansen Carl Hansen RL. Davidson Hansen W. McLeod

Willow Street plant hosts elusive visitor and sightings rise

The Free Press notes its first reported visit by a mysterious figure at the Willow Street plant last Thursday. Since then, several additional sightings have been reported across town.

The Free Press Rob Willow Street

Children’s Aid Announces Star Three Promotions and One Transfer

J. Paul Jolliffe executive director of the Children’s Aid Society Halton announces four appointments effective April 1 1965. Mary B Gilmour named Protection Supervisor a social worker with the society for over 12 years. Bryan Harris appointed Child Care Supervisor with BA from Bethel College and MSW from the University of Toronto residing in Milton.

J. Paul Jolliffe Children’s Aid | Society County of Halton Mary B. Gilmour Society Gillmour Aris Reerom University of Bristol Advanci Jon University of Birmingham England Milton C. Bryan Herris Ap.eee Bethel College St. Paul Minnesota University of Toronto Mr. Harris

Halton Children's Aid Society Announces Promotions

H Promotions has associates with the Society since September 1961. Bryan M. Gero is appointed Adoption Supervisor. Joyce Page becomes Supervisor of services to unmarried parents. These moves follow W. G. Jones’s resignation and aim to strengthen supervisory staff within Halton.

Joyce Page Ridge Drive Oakville Queen's ‘University University of Toronto Children’s Aid Society Peel County Halton W. G. Jones

Canadian Authority to Speak at National Hide Convention

Murray Smith, head of hide procurement for Beardmore and Co. Ltd and chair of the Tan ners' Association of Canada Hide Committee, will headline the 21st Summer Convention of the National Hide Association at the New York Hilton. He will discuss How a Canadian’s Hides United States Hides after the awards breakfast on Monday morning June 7.

Murray Smith Beardmore and Co. Ltd Tanners’ Association of Canada National New York Hilton New York City Smith United States John K. Minfick Chicago National Hide Associatino W. J Beardmore

Legion Branch News and Weekend Events Highlight Community Loss and Activities

Deep sadness follows the death of Robert Algie, a newer member and pillar at Branch 197, as the Legion hosts events this weekend. Dues deadlines, dance bands, darts, crib nights, and Sunday practice mark a busy schedule with meetings April 12 and calls for member participation and support.

No Successor Named for St Albans Anglican Church

No successor to Rev. Do HE West has been named to take charge at St Albans Anglican Church. Last Sunday Rev. Ro Burnell took the service after accepting a post at Niagara Church House. This Sunday Rev. J D Lafferty will be in Acton to lead services.

Do HE West St. Albann’s Anglican Church Ro Burnell Niagara Church House J.D. Lafferty Acton

Choir Clinic Proposal Discussed by Local Church Representatives

Representatives from Trants United Know Presbytes iaa Athan's Anglian and Ac ton Baptist churches met to discuss a choir clinic proposal this Saturday evening. No decisions were reached but further talks are planned with each group selecting a representative for future meetings. A music specialist may attend in spring to aid choir work.

Trants United Know Presbytesiaa Athan’s Anglian Acton Baptist representalyeSire United Shareh Choi

Basic Herd offers tax relief for farmers

Advice promotes establishing a Basic Herd to spread taxable income, reducing yearly income tax. It urges farmers to apply by a 1947 date and notes proof of ownership through Health of Animals branches, breed societies, and veterinary offices with contact guidance.

Fueiness Animale Bgsnch Canada Department of Agriculture

Town street sweeper marks first appearance of spring

The town street sweeper returned for its first run of the year in April to clear winter grime from roads. By evening a tag covered the sweeper and its pan was damaged, but it has returned several times since. Good Friday week ushers in church services and the start of school holidays.

Wall Wweehings Mixin Wools Bay

Legion Scrapbook Contest Second in Ontario

The Royal Canadian Legion received a certificate of merit for placing second in Ontario wide Scrapbook Contest open to all branches. Gall Bhrahm won the top award while publicist George Warr organized the entry compiling branch activity stones and photographs from 1964. judges announced results this week after judging in January.

Act Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Legion Gall Bhramh George Warr Kaabramh

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