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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 11, 1949
Page
9
Acton Public Utilities Commission meets with full attendance. Decides to defer the addition to the spring building to allow for future storage needs and to install a new pump when arrived. A factory man will supervise the pump installation and the tank at the pump house will be painted before winter.
The Acton Women's Institute held a monthly meeting at Mr Wm Denny's home on J Hrock Avenue with reports, a sugar and wheat use contest, and a $8000 donation to the War Memorial Fund. Attendees shared papers and plans for exhibits at Georgetown, Acton, and Milton fairs.
Acton Park hosts a large street parade Saturday night as 12 bands and 450 musicians march from Mill Street to the park. The 11th Field Street Trumpet Band, Canadian champions, aims to dazzle with a top lighting display while the Guelph Junior Police Band participates, bringing a high profile to Acton’s biggest colorfully staged event.
Legacy of the Hereford breed traces to a single cow bequeathed to Benjamin Tomkins, creating the White faces lineage now worldwide. Bands from Mount Forest Guelph Oakvale Hulsburg Alton and Ontario towns will visit Acton for a street parade and tattoo, with a warm civic welcome expected.
Acton Council held a Monday evening meeting to inform business leaders about sewage disposal plans and to discuss forming a Chamber of Commerce or similar organization. Engineer Mr Anderson outlined costs, pumping stations, and a 25 year debenture plan, with estimates around 222000 for sewers and 100000 for a treatment plant.
Eramosa Council in Rockwood approved grants for Fergus Falls 1500, Adam Falls 1090, Erin Falls 1000 after discussing gravel deposits with Adsett and a safety improvement on Indian Trail. Treasurer ordered return of Bert Reeves deposit and bridge work authorized at Seventh Line.
Acton Hoye and Goris presented a band concert before a sizable audience at Acton Park on Sunday. The performance impressed attendees as leadership prepared for future shows and potential events planned for September.
The Acton junior girls defeated Omagh 28 to 7 behind strong pitching by Kada Pritton who allowed one walk. Teammate Mra Featherstone pitched for the visitors as Acton again showcases its offense and defense.
The Acton Public School in Ontario receives a solid silver cup sent from Canterbury Road Leyton England as a token of appreciation for aid to Leyton England pupils. The cup will be used in school competitions and serve as a symbol of Canadian British friendship.
Article reviews a proposed house numbering plan to expand from Milb and Mian Streets and Mall Street to cover all avenues. It notes the system’s potential ease of use, public viewing, and the need for Utilities Office approval while highlighting a local baseball note about Harry Jonford Tawason and prospect Law son being scouted.
The Free Press lists Acton High School pupils receiving marks across subjects. Notable entries include Mildred Armstrong in Chemistry, Jrd. Fro Authors, and Joan M Cotes in Eng Comp and Eng Lit. Other top performers include C A Whitney Cook in Physics and Chemistry, James A. Dilly in Eng Comp and Eng Lit, and Bertha M Ingles in Eng Comp and Latin Comp.
A Greenock School evening featured a lively game then a program honoring Mr and Mrs Peck. Mrs Douglas Peck received a living room table and reversible Summa rug, with Calv’s address by Laverne Allan. Mrs Ralph McKeown spoke for Greenock Institute and Mrs Elliott Patterson presented the bride a silver set. The couple thanked speakers as several toasts followed, ending with a bounteous lunch.
Acton intermediates edged Hamilton Studebaker 1H in a tense opener of the Ontario playdowns. May starred with eleven singles including a homer and three doubles as Acton built a late lead and held on for victory. Series resumes Saturday in Hamilton with Sam Snyder likely to start for Acton.
The notice lists upcoming events and happenings including relocation changes and public announcements. It notes potential charges for event disclosures and emphasizes the need to track moving schedules and related notices.
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