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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Aug 09, 1962

Page

4

Smith Bell Clan Reunion Named Don MacMillan President

The Smith Bell clan reunion at the James Robinson home elected officers for the coming year with Don ald MacMillan of Moffat named president and Edgar Howden of Milton as 1st vice president. Other posts went to Mrs. James Robinson as secretary treasurer and a Toronto sports committee comprised of Larry McPhail, Larry McLaughlin, and Carol Henderson.

SMU Bell Clan James Robinson Donald MacMillan Moffat Edgar Howden Milton R.R. G. Milton Larry McPhail Larry McLaughlin Carol Henderson Toronto Lorne Mitchell

Bride Sheila Fosbury Weds Dr Bayliss in Toronto Chapel

The ceremony at Deer Park United Church Chapel united registered nurse Sheila Fosbury and Dr Colin Bayliss son of Edward Bayliss of Toronto. Bride’s father officiated as guests from Acton Hanover Galt Hamilton and Montreal attended along with New York relatives. The couple will reside at 4 Walmer Road Toronto after a reception at The Grenadier High Park.

Deer Park United Church Sheila Fosbury Colin Edward Baytiss Walter Fosbury Innes Ave Toronto Acton Edward Bayliss Thorncliffe Park Fosbury Acton United Church Hanover Galt Hamilton Newmarket Montreal Jack Cattell New York Victor Ledain Olive Frances Ledain Western Hospital Sheila Hanovr Oakwood Collegiate To'ronto Toronto Western Hospital the Western Bayliss Leaside High School University of Torotto Kan G Chalmers Groensman Peter Bell John Parker Jack Priestley Othe Donald Fosbury Hubert Ingels Stanley Hurd Grenadier High Park

Unique Idea Animals Aid Art Appreciation for Deaf Children

The Province of Ontario plans a unique art education project at the Provincial School for Deaf Children. Architects Marani Morris and Allan design seven large limestone animal sculptures for play courts to encourage children to climb and interact. Sculptor EB Cox adapts existing models, creating animals such as buffalo, mountain sheep, black bear, deer, turtle, rabbit, and swan to appeal to children with playful, impish humor.

Willo Noid Ontario Theida Marani, Morris and Allan Marani, Morns Atlan EB. Cox Upper Canada College Sup Tire Oryinadhy Newzard

Best Drivers In Industry Prove Safe On Public Roads

A professional driver is shown to have the lowest accident frequency among occupational groups. He demonstrates careful driving in daily operations and while operating his own car during peak hours, underscoring high safety standards in a challenging livelihood.

Small minority in 0b high school tech courses noted

Education reports show about 3 percent of engine students in US high schools engage in technical courses. The study highlights growing interest in Canada and the safety league’s role in fostering more students into technical fields, with analysis of rescue and structural roles.

Schoe's Brier Catana Safety League Sife

Shower and wedding honors for Miss Helen Baker

Shower events and trousseau tea honored Miss Helen Baker of Burlington RoR 1 and 160 Hedley Farrow. Attendees included Mrs Cecil Baker and Mrs Ross Farrow, plus guests at the Shepherd and Baker homes. Presentations were made by school and community groups including Robert Little school Acton staff and Palermo Athletic Association.

Helen Baker Ror Burlington Hedley Farrow Cecil Baker Ross Farrow Baker Trousseau Aunes Leslie Johnson Erwin Gunby Hedies Padgett Fred Hamilton Milton Robert Linde Palermo Athletic Association Banc St Paul Mian Nelon

Toll Mounts in Halton OPP Area Traffic Toll

In the North Halton OPP area during the first seven months of 1962 there were eight killed, 90 injured and $96,888 in property damage from 211 accidents. In July alone there were 37 accidents with 19 injuries and $15,796 in property damage.

Dama North Halton Opp North Halton

Teacher Helen Baker Weds H Farrow in Burlington Church

Mil tearah Acton home economics teacher Helen Margaret Baker wed Hedley Rosshan Barney on Saturday July 8 at Nelson United Church Burlington. The bride is daughter of Mr and Mrs Coat Baker of Burlington. groom is son of Mr and Mrs Rasso of Belvenia. The ceremony featured white, yellow and white pom pom mums, organist Charles Alton, and Rev Me J. Arken. Attendants included matron of honor Mrs James Thomblison and bridesmaids Miss Mary Lon Taylor and Miss Martens. junior bridesmaid Miss Brenda Smith. Groom’s party included Allen Horne and cousin Gleam Gaels. Reception at Clappisen's Corners with 100 guests. couple plans to honeymoon in the Pove Mountains.

Beach Hue Mel Herbert Haggerty Phyllis Kenimay Manitoba William Henalérson Familly Richmond B.C Aix James Robertson Howson AGS Duncan Campbell Burlington Sne Campbellville Beverly Roberts Elmer Williaims Ponto Rop Jeffares David Willis Gomis Paris France Klennant Andrews Winmy Manitoba Frankford George Guldstring John Beach Stella Roberts Wiliam Roberts Susan Buckley Galt Papent Murray McPhail Betty Jeffares Jennifer Andrews Frank Quilan Teresa Wheelshim Mary Teresa Quinton Mary McHugh Be Inuit Marget Lopez Honduras Helen Baker Milton Acton Hedley Farrow Burington Nelson United Church Helen Margaret Baker Mil Tearah Acton Puttig Hedley Rosshan Barney Buctington Coat Baker Rassow Belvenia Ril Me J. Arken Howard Alderson Prater Charles Alton Sabrina James Thom

Rotary Tuesday Talk On New Member At Rotary Club

At Rotary Tuesday evening at the Rotary club meeting Dave Cleland gave his classification talk as the new member Acton Auto Bods. There were several guests.

Dave Cleland New Mwneret Acton Auto Bods Phere

Acton Fair Jam Contest Seeks Sweet Trophy and Cash

Acton Fair invites jam makers to enter a competition offering ten dollars for first place and six dollars for second in a range of flavors including strawberry raspberry and peach. Entries must impress judges on taste and presentation with a large turnout expected in the women's division.

Gripe Acton Ibis Sear Eee Press Sesaaety Gellies

Mrs Dutton Born At Confederation

Mrs Dutton born at Confederation died a week before the event, in Guelph area. Survived by children and grandchildren, funeral held at Rum Wa Shoemaker home with interment at Woodstock cemetery.

Mrs. Dutton Confederation Horn Pha Jane Dutton Josephus Clirente Bebeard Jo Dutton Withiam EE Dutton

Average of 100 At Bible Clubs

A fragmentary report describes Bible club activities with mentions of participants and local locations. Names such as Stan Copp Agnes St Elie and Stan Cripps appear alongside references to Welland Toronto and Milian. The text hints at sponsorships and community gatherings centered on religious club meetings.

Peretitea Toronto Doutea Bey Welland Peiny

Witnesses Meeting Attended by 14100 in Hamilton

The largest convention ever held in Hamilton closed yesterday with an audience of 14 181. J D Rosch of Toronto lectured on Gods Kingdom is at Hand. Delegates from all Canadian provinces and many US states attended. Three days featured 28 ministers and a mass feeding setup serving over 24000 meals.

Hamilton Jehovah's Witnesses Ihel J. D Rosch Toronto

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