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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Apr 13, 1961

Page

17

Acton Youth Activities and Local News Snapshot

Children enjoy roller skies ropes and hockey sticks as crocuses signal spring. Pupils distribute arena proposal pamphlets door to floor while an artist sketch of the proposed arena is shown at the Bank of Montreal window. Acton police report no further forged debit attempts after last week. Soccer practice fills YMCA gym as outdoor season nears. Acton Netscontiie ingatel workers near Lee Surface section closing. Scouts take door to door orders for name tags with money collected. Town adds a new front end loader, praised by officials. Hatton County Liberal Association president models a conservative jacket at the Carver Society fashion show. A large transport truck blocks the highway near sche bridge causing a brief traffic tie-up.

Birthday gathering marks Mrs Galbraith celebration

Mrs James Galbraith of Paler Mo celebrated her birthday with a family party at Ledger Lea farm hosted by daughter Mrs James Ledger. Attendees included Miss Helen Allan and a friend, Mikes Rose, and relatives from Ottawa Toronto Kitchener Acton and Torontoshire.

James Galbraith Palermo James Ledger Ledger-Lea Farm Helen Allan Mikes Rose Marie Seaman Toronto Miami Florida William Belt Anil Bradley Kitchener Gurney Winters JoAnn McKeown Shen Kaverne Allan Duahter Tracy Ottawa Chester Allan RB. L. Davidson Earl Marshall Acton Hiroki Cryderman Torontoshire Crydenaman Robert Marshall Doh Donald Torr Creda Charlie Binnie

Wolf Cub and Scout News From Acton Pack

The Acton Boy Scouts report on Wolf Cub handbook history and progression. Rovers work near the Sout Wall, Easter Coat for Den, a Camp Fire hosted by Acton Troop, and a planned giant fish fry to support the mortgage campaign.

Rovers Acton Oakville Court of Honor

Pussy Willow Tea Event Draws Guild Support

The Guild of So Albans held a charity tea on a Saturday with Mrs Ro Andersen and others hosting. Attendees enjoyed desserts and Royomia prints while a Gloxinia plant was awarded as a prize. Proceeds benefited Caroline Nurseries and the community event featured baking and candy sales upstairs.

Guild of So Albans Maaviaa Mis Ro Andersen Mis OH Graton Mis Go Gibbons Caroline Dana Merah Abe Mildred Kentner Royomia All Mars Ao Mann

Missionary Report From Vellore Highlighted At Church

Following the C.G.LT. meeting in the United Church a Women's Missionary Society service featured Harri Smith speaking on her work as a missionary in Vellore India. A full report will appear next week.

C.G United Church WMS Withliasthon Harri¢ Smith Vellore India

Lakeside Chapter LOUD marks 43rd anniversary pledge

Pledge Arena hosts Lakeside Chapter LOUD as 43rd anniversary is observed with charter member Mrs Watson cutting a pink and white cake. Regent Mrs Rudolph Spictrupel outlines the chapter’s formation and years of activity while head table includes long-time members. New members join and plans for future community events, fund drives, and a Save the Children campaign are noted alongside donations to the Music Festival and other reports.

Lakeside Els Watson Rudolph Spictrupel George Somerville George Munselle Haney Watter J. B. Adamson Mes. Do Taylor Joan Barber Gordon Curcie Neil Mitler Do McGidlowas Berm van Fleet Dorggabrigzeth Edna Brinda A. Orr Scottish Stance Club Save the Children Pintax Amito Jessie Oles Peacechabl Rgin Alec Johnson Garnet McKengie

Halton Manor Easter Program Brings Joy to Residents

Acton Knox Presbyterian Auxiliary members and local residents gathered at Halton Manor on April 5 for an Easter week program of sacred and secular music. Mrs J J Davidson led rer“Get Up and Ge’” songs as Rev A H McKenne delivered an inspiring address on Christ’s death and resurrection. A large group of volunteers provided piano, vocal, and instrumental pieces, followed by a luncheon, and plans for another similar event.

Jayeain Knox Presbyterian Actin Legh Clarence Coles Ty Bernand Shrubsale Montemine Stall Phe Dagen Daal Trong Pant Seaview Aunilury Progam Burl Marshall A. Heckenne Oat Knox Bond Acton J. J. Davidson I. le Hella Miye Raszell Isabel Anderson Agi Min Raszell Lity Herb Jobb Hugh O'Rourke Til DeVries Bud Patterson Hin Rowley Ams Ming Chucktes J. Taglis Veal George Young Ihessaal Iesses Fife Coles Li-Lian Calvin McIntyre Mes Chawa Hind Hee Bennie S. Allen Jalles Cain Jesus Tradt Christ Dockie

Notes on Nature in Spring Forests and Trees

The piece describes blooming Norway maples and quaking aspens in spring. It notes aphid attraction, bird activity, and the tree center becoming a hub of life as petals fall and delicate seed structures form. Aspen and maple leaves awaken, with quiet sounds of leaves whispering after winter.

Ashok GE Cate Ss World

Halton 4-H Clubs Organize Project Executives

Halton 4-H clubs convened on April 4 at the Agricultural Hall to appoint project executives for seven clubs including Walton and Garden. J A Pioneis and others led the planning. Members listed include chab testers, secretaries, and club leaders with officers named for each group as part of the year long program focusing on recordkeeping and instructional meetings.

Agileattacal Halton Aprleatiucal Milian Bath Raprescrti Cll Conn Betage Peette Walton Det Willmott J. A Brancis Pao Vedi Vantets Oneaiber Volcine Tack Achieverens Oneaibers Catia Thetaver Paro Waders Droem Contter Sey Rehay Jindy Wells Chab Testlers Abenwader GE Crane Beret Awwan Mora Small Walton

Juniors Plan May Field Day and Church Service

Report text notes a meeting at the Department of Agriculture building on Tuesday evening to arrange a county belt day in May at Haraby Park. It mentions a church service at St Pools United church in Milton on Saturday evening May 14 led by a grandie priest Miss Strang of Halton, provincial president of the Lusabens Pasties of Outre.

Whilton Mons Udine Haraby Park Tosbe St. Pools United Church Milton Miss Strang Halton Othe Lusabens Pasties Outre

Firefighters battle blaze at Duncan dump again

Firemen rushed to a Duncan dump Friday to fight a fire that broke out amid pouring water. A calf was injured during the effort and a bulldozer was used to spread earth over rubbish as the flames proved resistant to containment. Local officials face claims of repeated arson by nearby youths.

McDonald'’s Reese Cam Donald Acton Pree Warnea

United Church Show Sponsored by Tanier and Seniors

The United Church hosts a Thursday show on April 20 sponsored by the tanier and senior chairs of the church. The event aims to attract attendees with a well organized program and local participation.

Tikets Tesco AM Longs United Church Tanier Senor

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