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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Apr 18, 1957
Page
12
Planning board reviews North York subdivision covenants and fees for sewage plant frontage. A housing development tax impact and revenue use to lower future mill rate are discussed. Consultants urge cautious, phased zoning completion before broad studies proceed.
Mrs and Mrs Patrick McCristall announce the engagement of their daughter Kathleen to Frederick Allen Mordell of Ragland Surtees. The marriage is set for St Joseph's Church Mas Tith at 10 oclock.
Sunday visitors at the Benhams included Will Van Norman and Jack Mel Gurn with their children. The Jestins, Milnes, and McCutcheons joined relatives across Ontario, visiting in Kitchener Rockwood Guelph and Ospringe with extended families.
Acton residents enjoyed the annual April Tea hosted by the Ladies Aid at Mrs. EF Pisher’s home. Guests included Dr and Mrs Buchanan of Acton who shared Europe trip highlights and films. Several church members attended and a district rally was noted, with local travels and a highway collision report among the day's items.
Sunday guests include Mr and Mrs Mund McCutcheon and Muriel with Mr and Mrs George McMahon Mr and Mrs Murray McMillan Terry Mr and Mrs Blakely Mr and Mrs John OMara Miss Joan Tastor all of Toronto Mr and Mrs Roy Tinney Erin Mr and Mrs Elias Hall Ray and Lorne of Hillsburg.
A community gathering last Saturday honored Mr and Mrs Josh Thompson on their 3h week in anniversary. Guests included Mrs Hugh Rest and Mr and Mrs Mutler who received gifts and a card table. Musical numbers featured Arville and Moe and special choirs from Sunday Choretall church. Funeral notices mention Mr Kent Mortgonen and relatives, with services at Presbyterian church and Weston cemetery. A later note compares productivity and mass production methods between the United States and Canada.
Mrs Annie Stull aged 80 of Massinsey Eighth Line died peacefully at home. Native of Ballina she was active in the local community and beloved by family including Nelle Mis, Favyushe of Glen Wallatie, and others. Surviving relatives and several named heirs are listed among mourners. Funeral arrangements to be announced with local church and burial details.
A chaotic report describes a two day gathering at the Central City conference with speakers including Lauthernt and Hane. Attendees discuss radiation threats and Middle Real Mi Wertereen concerns while a hospital visit and various prearranged sessions unfold.
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