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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Aug 07, 1958

Page

16

Halton Guernsey Cow Bessie Crowned Canadian Champion

Bessie the Halton Guernsey owned by George Ho King and son of Trafalgar wins Canadian Champion for both butter fat and milk production. Secretary Israce Joan of the Canadian Guernsey Association notes Bessie finished her isolation and freshened on June 10 at 15 years old with butter fat potential exceeding 6 000 pounds in the near future.

Halton Guernsey Israce Joan Asooaton Glen Leonard Bessie George Ho King

Bible Society’s Global Bible Distribution Expands in 27 Languages

The Bible Society reports a steady rise in worldwide distribution over 146 years driven by expanded publishing in new languages. In December a large public event in Paulo featured thousands at a major Christian procession as Scripture reached diverse dialects.

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Experimental corn field study on pest control and yield

The article describes field trials near Ford Wicket on Wadnesday at the fort of Ford Wicket rhe Ablytese. It details spraying treatments by engineer and notes the cleanest corn observed, with replicated plots of barley and other crops, led by Prof Tones and with Mr Wickson coordinating inspections and demonstrations.

Wickson Allin Prof Tones Ch Ton

Halton County Herds In CNE Competition

Halton County sent multiple herds to the Canadian National Exhibition cattle show. Representatives included Mac Alexander Norval MOC Beaty Milton Peattarstende Bhros Qudkvittle MEOWo Stags of Guelph Mack and White and entries from AM Sherwood AG Unter Gordon Linehear Ashville Patras Broek Dar Tasver and others from Durbin and nearby towns.

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Halton cattle near brucellosis certification progress

Brucellosis tests near completion in Halton area show 2 reactors among 49 herds across 2 cattle groups. Preliminary results indicate less than one half of one percent reactors, meeting criteria for Cartified Atea status, with time for a 30 day retest to confirm designation and overall high cattle health.

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Hog Producers Approve Plan Amid Low Turnout

In Halton Mb voters cast a small percentage of ballots on the Ontario Hog Producers Marketing Plan. A large portion of eligible voters did not participate, leaving uncertain support for the plan and its proposals.

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Mountain Cave Becomes Farm Freezer Behind Chenault Home

On a mountain behind Martin Chenault’s farm a 24 year old cave was repurposed into a giant natural cooler. Outside temps soar to 100 degrees in summer while the cave stays at 46 degrees. Ice depth varies with season from three feet to less than a foot as conditions change.

Millooet HC Ccp Martin Chenault Mr Chenault

War on Weeds in Halton County Urges Simple Virtues

An article on weed varieties in Halton County argues for modern equipment and chemicals to fight infestations while stressing old-fashioned virtues. It links weed control to property values crop yields and community appearance and urges careful, shared responsibility.

Halton

Acton Fair Plans 1958 Two Day Event and Prize List

Acton Fair Board outlines the annual fair for September 19 and 20 1958 with a 1058 prize list. The board promises the largest prize money in fair history and a gala two day program featuring entertainments, a parade, and displays of stock, crafts and produce.

Acton Fair Board Acton Fey Yalr William H. Thompson Falr Fair Board

Andrews Wins Two Mile Road Race at Mull Grove

Bruce Andrews a 17 year old Acton high school student racing for the Guelph Legion Track Club won the 19 and under two mile road race at Mull Grove on Monday finishing in 9 minutes 11 seconds. He beat Billy Reynolds of Galf by five seconds as a strong field competed in the Civic Holiday event following Saturday races in Acton.

Hrace Billy Reynolds Galf Acton

Moonlit Drive Ends In Mystery For Young Couple

A young man travels a moonlit country lane with a beautiful doll when his car stalls after a mysterious knock. The woman beside him coldly notes it was not Opportunity, hinting at trouble ahead.

Buster

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