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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 01, 1963
Page
9
Mayor Les Duby and the Acton Hydro Commission eyed a mobile aerial unit after reviewing a St Marys type setup with bucket attachment. They discussed costs from 7000 to 15000 and will compare Milton Oakville and St Marys equipment before deciding what fits local needs and budget.
Harold Morris becomes owner of Cooper's Drug Store in Acton moving from Hamilton with his wife and four children. He plans a calmer pace, notes long hours in Hamilton, served five years in World War II, and earned a pharmacy degree at the University of Toronto. The Morris family attends St Albans and plans to display antique pharmacopoeia later. Clerks Miss Gibbons and Miss Mackie will remain, with Mrs Morris helping in the shop.
Georgetown officials reviewed a bid to purchase the former post office site for municipal use at 215,000 dollars. Parks and planning costs were estimated at 20,000 dollars for renovations and improvements, with approval pending from Mayor Bro Hoale and the council.
Frank MacNiven of Milton and Joe Gibbons of Georgetown received surprise honorary membership certificates from the Halton County Assessors Association at a ceremony at the Halton Hills Golf Club. MacNiven, Milton’s longtime assessor from 1920 to 1990, and Gibbons, GeorgeTown’s assessor and former mayor, were praised for decades of service as the association formed its first county wide assessors group.
Captain J Bert Wood commanded a cabin cruiser and refused to abandon ship despite heavy seas. Two reporters waited for a fifth council member to appear on a quorum day as Councillor Eric Johnston chaired an industrial committee meeting. Councillors Hamilton Peal Hugh Lowe and Alec Johnson were away on holidays and vacations. Mayor Duby commented that you cannot win them all.
The first of two swimming lesson series concluded with 63 students attempting the exam. 34 passed and advance. Juniors tested by Red Cross Water Safety examiner from Brampton. names listed. Upcoming lessons and exam date set for August 6 at the park with Pat Barrager coordinating.
On duty members of the Acton St Joho Ambulance Brigade patrolled the Ox Bow Route north of Malton in August 34. Other duties included the Stic Acies Ranch horse show near Caledon Games.
Two Actonians join the Camp Couterburs baths week staff at the water session led by Rev Donald West from St Alba's. The camp includes Mrs George Pbagrave and others guiding children while Hargrave reports injuries from past incidents and notes care for those harmed.
Subcontractor for the job is R He Agarastes Lindscape contrac forcot Guelph.
The event features a prominent Canadian square dancer who has appeared on television. A parade of judges and trophy presentations will follow the arena show with the usual ceremonies. a Saturday evening dance closes the fair program.
About 500 Ukrainian youths attend a modern summer camp near Acton using 400 acres of land from William McDonald. Camp facilities include cottages, a mess hall, an auditorium, tents, a swimming area, and a large stage with planned additions. Led by Walter Dejczakiwsky, the program emphasizes religious instruction, physical education, Ukrainian and Canadian history, crafts, and sports with weekly outdoor Mass and public showcases.
Halton County unveils New Birch Hills Recreation Centre near Milton featuring nine hole golf course, outdoor pool, tennis courts, archery, dining, and a 350 seat Marble Room with bar. Club plans cottages for guests, expects 100 memberships with many Toronto area patrons, and outlines future course expansions amid strong initial demand.
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