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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Aug 12, 1954
Page
12
A forest fire near Jan Fer district scorched several pines after a berry picker sighted smoke and alerted authorities. Fire crews arrived within minutes and contained the blaze before it spread further, though some pines were burned.
Ballinafad Institute women met Wednesday at Mrs. Lloyd McLean’s home. The session opened with the Ode and Mary Stewart Collect, roll call on what to teach children before school, and reports from volunteers. Mrs. Baker spoke on education and led singing, with notes on events including Old Time Fiddlers’ contest and a vest making effort, as several members shared updates.
ROC reinforces the wall at Hortop dam as the mill closes for several days. A Acton bulldozer worked to temporarily curb water flow while workers lay cement forms. The article notes older stonework, newer metal grinders, and local church services with community updates and weekend visitors.
Milas Jennings of Guelph and Leonset Wiliam Charles Dutch of Rockwood wed in a four o'clock ceremony performed by Canon Stanley A Kirk. The bride wore a lace over satin gown with rhinestone trim and a fingertip veil. attendants wore pale green and blue gowns. A reception for 60 followed at the YWCA Guelph. After a motor trip through western Canada the couple will reside in Rockwood.
A woman named Dorothy Bridges completed a long around the world voyage spanning eight years. She visited many countries including Australia Malayan peninsula and England while working in diverse roles such as librarians and teachers. She is linked to Acton showing a family connection to Robert Johnston.
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