Acton and Esquesing council study town growth needs
A survey on Acton and Esquesing planning urges collaboration for orderly growth, a five year reassessment of the town plan, and new facilities including a library and swimming pool. It notes high per capita debt from school expansions and calls for improved water distribution and pedestrian-oriented downtown development with a potential five acre land purchase for future schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y McDonald
Acton
Esquesing
Marcia Cuthbert
Penerat
Halton
CNR
Hichwas
Lakeview
Acton High School
Bennett Ehows
CNLR
Allan Waterhouse
Central Business District
Oan Church
Bower
Mill Street
Bower Diversioy
Jack Borne
Ross and Utilities
Nest
Bowyer Avenue
al Bac St
Ee Prescot
Bruce Duncan
Gconomics
Main St. N
Churchill
Road
Lorna Kwong
Justice School
Rona Jundlich
Milton constables join new OPP drill team
Three constables from the Milton Ontario detachment were selected for the new OPP drill team. About 400 provincial police from southern Ontario were chosen, with Dube Cook and Jonhan as members. They wear gold lanyards blue sashes and speck marching boots and may be called for special duty at events like funerals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton Opp
OPP
Policome
Ontario
Wea
Tom Dube
AL Cook
al Jonhan
QPP
All-Purpose Arena Floor Plans Considered by Commission
Acton Recreation Committee discussed raising funds beyond the 35 000 town budget for a new all purpose arena floor. Three options were priced from 5 000 to 10 000 with use for skating dancing and recreation, while Agriculture Society and Light Horse Association interest was explored. Changes to recreation duties and curling ice prep were approved for next season along with storage needs and program adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Recretions
Agricultural Society
Calvin Aitken
Ning Braida
Light Horse Assxiation
Aitken
Socwty
Rereabon Committee
Johan Goy
Hoor
Jack Bullough
Johns
Light Horse Association
Tone
Gay
Commattes
Casburn
Arcana
Perhaple
Claude Cook
Respondence Trans Compay Ny
Recreation Dinantur
Ontario Recreational Association
Windsor
Curling Club
Senutary Jo Hurst
Arena Commission
Efmire
SOE
Preservation Petition for No 3 School Restoration
Residents urge Nassapaweva Township to adopt a Centennial Project restoring No 3 School as a community building. They cite a $7,000 grant plus $80,000 possible state aid, with $2,000 from existing funds, to fund a private office and reception area and essential maintenance.
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Pape One
Mart Us
Toewwaship
Othe
Nassapaweva
Churchill Anniversary Wishes Highlight Local Couple
Churchill community sends congratulations to Mr and Mrs Joshua Thompson on their garden anniversary on April 18. A family dinner honored Mr and Mrs W J McDonald and others, with several locals attending in Hillsburgh and Brampton for milestones and a bronze medal award at a musical festival.
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Churchill
Joshua Thompson
John Near
Mroo
Bessey
Hillsburgh
F. A. Walthamson
Galt
E. Do L. Thammond
CW. McDonald
Mins Margaret McDonald
W. J. McDonnd
Marnie Lee McNicol
Mono Road
Ward Hamilton
Fes Unale
Brampton
House Plant Hints From Ontario Horticulturists
Horticulturists from the Ontario Department of Agriculture suggest plastic pots Dry soil surface indicates watering needs unlike standard clay pots Plastic containers retain moisture longer while clay pots dry out faster The article notes plastic pots are smooth and non porous and warns against overwatering
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario Department of Agriculture
Acton Council Delays Bridge Project on Church Street
Council discussed signing a contract for bridges on Church St and Brock Ave but awaits Department of Highways approval due mid June. If rejected, Acton faces $25,000 liability. A plan to speed approval was considered. Tom DeVries praised efforts to reduce dump smoke. May 7–9 conference invites were noted with delegates to be chosen at the west Council meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church St
Brock Ave
Department of Highways
Archie
Tom DeVries
Simcoe
West Council
Honor Roll Recalls Miss Bennett's Top Pupils Fifty Years Ago
Free Press reprints a 30 year old note on the top honor roll from Public School Sr IV and Sr IV H. Names include Harold Reed George Agnew Marguerite Stewart Roy Brown George Anderson Myrtle Clarridge Phyllis Clarke Stella McLain Alice Johnstone and Sandy Melvane. Total and additional scorers noted. Mr Bennett is the teacher.
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Pls
Free Press
M. Z. Bennett
Exsciy
Harold Reed
George Agnew
Maruerite Stewart
Roy Brown
George Anderson
Myrtle Clarridge
Phyllis
Bist
Seo Ib
Will
Stewart
Elsie Steve
Ant
al A
Art Exhibit Features Local Night School Paintings
Saturday display at the community centre shows about 70 paintings from night school classes. A painting by George Bowman of a rural scene near Stewarttown is not to be drawn. Major Hal Newman organized the Pree Press plant classes with attendance up to 23. Last night’s final session closed the exhibit with renewed vigor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Bowman
Stewarttown
Maj
Hal
Trucker Injured Loading Freight in Ontario Incident
Keith Ranney, a Gay Transport Ltd trucker, was hospitalized at Guelph General Hospital after a lift jack handle swung up striking his jaw while loading a CNLR freight car. X rays showed a fractured jaw. he underwent jaw surgery with pins and is expected to need dental work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keith Ranney
Gay Transport Ltd
Guelph General Hospital
Tuce Thay
Beatles Themed Guide Dinner In Acton Parish Hall
Halton Guide leaders from Halton County held their annual dinner at St. Alban's Parish Hall in Acton on a Tuesday evening. Elizabeth Hay of Georgetown gave an illustrated talk on Mexico. Acton Land Rangers performed a skit under stage names, guests danced Norwegian dances, and new Acton Guide captain Mrs. J Lowrie was welcomed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halton
Halton County
St. Albin’s
Acton
James McKinley
Oaks
Georgetown
Elizabeth Hay
Mexico
Acton Land Rangers
Nancy , Rugnvaldson
Kathy McKenzie
Nancy Lauder
Nassagaweya Girls Work on Blouses
The Nawaya 4H Home Economics Club met at Susan Ward's home for blouse making. Members showed good progress on their garments and Ball Calway outlined plans for Achievement Day. Notes on fitting were taken and a follow up work meeting was scheduled at leader Mrs. Molfat's home. All attendees reported good progress. a lunch was served.
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Nawayaweya Nemaphs
Susan Ward
God
Ball Calway
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Acton Council
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Department_of Travel
Parliament Bldgs
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Acton Free Press
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