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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Aug 07, 1958

Page

7

Canadian Guernsey Cow Champion for Butter Fat and Milk

Joan secretary of the Canadian Guernsey Association announced Glen Leonard Hesse owned by George Ho King and Son of Trafalgar as the new Canadian Champion for both butter fat and milk. Bessie freshened again on June 10 at 18 years of age and is expected to exceed 6 000 pounds butter fat soon.

Iuce Joan Guernsey Asocaton Glen Leonard Hesse George Ho King Trafalgar Bessie

Bible Society shows rise in worldwide scripture circulation

The Bible Society reports a 14 year upward trend in scripture distribution aided by expanded production and new language translations. In India and Sao Paulo, large public displays and daily readings marked significant events as Scripture circulates broadly across regions.

Bible Society India

Experimental field work on corn treatment yields strong results

A May field trial by Moetundio and associates reports improved corn yields from spray treatment. About 50 attendees examined replicated plots of barley and oats, with field observations praising cleanliness and progress, and plans discussed for next year’s cultivation efforts.

Halton County Herds In C NE Competition

Halton County will be represented by counts and entries from multiple herds and teams at the Central National Pavilion event. Delegates include Mac Alexander Norreal MOC Beaty Milton Peatterstone Bios Oakville MOW Staples of Guelph Mack and White and AM Sherwood AG Unter among others.

Halton County C.ne Vhalton Counts Hent Conmedian Pahiteton Britis Entiies Mac Alexander Noreal Moc Beaty Milton Peatterstone Bios Oakville Mow Staples Guelph Mack and White Wests Wall AM Sherwood AG Unter Gordon Lineker Ashville Path Brock Tar Durbin Sen

Halton Cattle Near Brucellosis Certification Threshold

In Hale fen so almert county Brucellosis tests nearly complete with only 2 positive cattle from 06 herds. The 2 reactors were in 49 herds. Overall rate under one half of one percent, meeting criteria for Brucellosis Certified Artes status after the 30 day retest. Calfhood vaccination program appears effective and cattle health in the county is strong.

Geucethesa Central Area Hale Fen Almert Atetes Taos Aguinals Titanet Brampton 4 Hatton Halton

Hog Producers Approve Plan

The Ontario Hog Producers Association reports that a majority of eligible voters cast ballots on the Marketing Plan. About 55 corners registered to vote and around 60 percent participated with a smaller share votingYes.

Pduess OT BOS Wah Ontara Force Poodinets Marketing USA Ontario Phe Ontario Ontano Hieg Ines Ouander Ehashke Indice Aline

Mountain Caves Deep Freeze For Farm Stuff

Lillooet resident Martin Chenwalt built a mountain cave into a peak behind his 76 year old farm to store perishables. The natural refrigerator maintains a steady 36 degree interior as outside temperatures soar above 100 in summer and plunge to 20 below in winter.

Lillooet HC Ccp Martin Chenwal Mr Chenwalt

War on Weeds in Halton County Urges Pride and Action

In Halton County the article laments ongoing weed infestations despite newer equipment and chemical controls. It argues that proper use of machines and herbicides helps, but calls for community effort and personal pride to keep areas tidy and protect crops, property values, and health.

Halton

Acton Fair Board Plans 1958 Annual Fair and Prize List

The Acton Fair Board outlines a two day fair on September 19 and 20 1958 with a large prize fund. A parade leads off the Saturday program and a gala event is planned in the arena with new entertainment. Entries include stories crafts gardens and children’s displays with judging and displays across domestic grain vegetables fruit and crafts.

Acton Fair Board Acton Fey Yukosre William H. Thompson Fair Board

Andrews Wins Two Mile Road Race At Millgrove

Bruce Andrews a 19 year old from Acton ran for the Guelph Legion Track Club to capture the two mile road race at Millgrove finishing in nine minutes and 37 seconds. He beat Billy Reynolds of Gault by five seconds as many top runners competed in the Civic Holiday race and prior Saturday events at Acton.

Hrace Billy Reynolds Gault Acton

Moonlit Lane Car Trouble Sparks Mystery Exchange

A young man driving with a beautiful doll on a moonlit country lane is stopped by a mysterious knock. The girl coldly replies it wasn’t Opportunity, hinting at a deeper cause for the car trouble.

Buster

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