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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Aug 24, 1961

Page

15

Acton Pee Wees Fall to Milton in O.M.B.A. Series

Acton Pee Wees bowed out to Milton after a weekend three game series for the Halton County O.M.B.A. title. The Acton squad started 9-9, then lost 6-2 in Milton and were edged 4-3 in Acton to finish. Hats off to Pete Vale and Ed Owen for funding equipment, transport, and umpires for the kids.

Acton Milton Halton County O.M.B.A Aeton Pete, Vale Eddie Owen Legion Pete Eddie

Pee Wee Soccer Tie In OMBA Debut

Unclear report describes a 9 9 draw between Pee Wees and Milton in OMBA play. Vague references to players and actions surround a muddy sequence with uncertain team names and scores.

Pee Wees Milton OMBA

Milton Domination Secures 6 1 Win in Playoff Game

Milton defeats Pee Wees 6 1 to take a one game edge in the series. Acclaimed hitter Hebbies seven hits were blanked as Milton capitalized on errors and strong pitching to seize the early series advantage in Misltan playoff action.

Milton Drubs Pee Wees Edge

Milton Caps Title Downs Pee-Wees 4-2 in OMBLA clash

Milton topped Acton Pee Wees 4 to 2 as Davide Sproston pitched well for Acton but lacked run support. Milton opened with a four run lead, Acton rallied in the bottom of the fourth but could only muster two runs. The three game series showcased pitching depth and notable hitting by both sides.

Ita Cteady Port Wader Milton Pee Wees Acblott Weaerpstees Milton Milton Caps Acton Flatton County OMBLA Davide Sproston Acton Nine James Pep Wees

Earth Force Plant Removal Aids Community Centre Construction

A construction project at a community centre in Acton arena progresses with earth removal operations by J. B. Mackensie and Sons, contractors. Workmen moved earth with a bulldozer, exposing three to four feet of soil, while future additions and parking areas are planned on the north side. The plant equipment will be transferred from Carling's Breweries after foundations are completed.

Acton Atthou Om Satanees Ciay Oceon J. B. Mackensie and Sons Carling’s Breweries

Hotelers win first game over Firemen 8 to 5

Dominion Hotels takes early lead in the first inning with a four run burst aided by BJ Johnsons two run triple. Firemen rally in the fifth but fall behind as Hotelers extend advantage and close out the win. The series continues with a second game tonight.

Dominion Hotel BJ Johnson Firefighters Ross Morton Jef Fryer Morton Daley Singleton Johnson

Acton Free Press August 24 194

Local newspaper page notes PRN sport coverage and mentions Acton Free Press dated August 24 194. Readers are invited to follow sports scores and notes in upcoming editions.

PRN Acton Free Press

Campbellville and Dundas Set for Halton final series

Campbellville and Dundas, both with 62 and 64 wins, advanced from semis and will open a best of three Sunday afternoon in Campbellville. The second game should follow in Dundas, as Bruce Hood notes. Oakville led 1 0 early, but Campbellville pulled away with two fourth inning doubles and a bases loaded homer by Earl Cairns to lead 6 1 in the fifth. Oakville added a late run but failed to close the gap.

Acton Merchants Dundas Halton County Acton Groumeed Merchants Ato Duns Dade Lindsay Nornotr Camp Bellaie Aero Halton Dominion H. Townsley Duval Bill Spielvogel Lindsay Archibald Don Grein Mick Holmes Bhi Dial Campbellville Duneas Oakville Campbellvie Bruce Hood O.B.A Orlilla Earl Cairns Bork Cairns Lawrence Dredge Coalich Devden Jacobs Pole Loch Pannisiay Moore Ken Moore Elmer Osvkville Gsomen Campbellille Jack Roberts Ong

Firemen Clinch Third Place With Slam Homer

Firefighter Wilfred Da vil hit a grand slam as spot Duval blasted a homer to propel the Firemen to third in the Acton softball playoffs on Thursday August 17. Teammate Frizzell added a two run triple to seal the win as Lindsay and captain Bill Williams pitched effectively in a rough rally day.

Spot Duval Wilfred Davy" Davil Doble" Frizzell Firemen Acton Dude Lindsay Bill Willams Plavoaks Williams Dark Horse Colin Leitch Don Hall John Turkesz Marald Townsley

Work train kitchens keep crews fed on the rails

The article profiles a CN rail work train chief cook and crew who keep meals hearty and kitchens modern. It describes derailed engine recovery, ready-to-move equipment, and a tour of the refrigerated kitchen with two large roasts, potatoes, milk and perishable stock.

C.nlr Toronto Acton CMLR Don Ryder C.N.R Ontario Trenton

Registration Plan Aids Students For Acton Opening

Registration Principal Elmer Smith and G W Mukensié urged moving all public school students to register at Acton schools on September 7. They said the summer heli dass would save time and reduce confusion on opening day.

Elmer Smith G W. Mukensié Wec Acton

Survival booklets gain popularity amid Berlin crisis

The Halton Emergency Measured Organization Milton reports about 28 survival booklets and basement shelter guides sent out to educate the public on nuclear war readiness. The pamphlets cover shelters, emergency supplies, fire safety, and steps to reduce harm, aiming to save lives during a potential catastrophe.

Berlin Halton Emergency Milton Elton Arent Homme Pete Malton

Campbellville Edges Oakville In 13 Inning Semi Final Thriller

In Campbellville on Sunday Campbellville defeated Oakville 6 4 in 13 innings to clinch a best of three semi final series. Elmer Dredge homered with one on in the bottom of the 10th to spark the win. Roberts pitched in relief as Campbellville methodically chased Oakville with timely hits and sharp defense.

Campbellville Oakville Elmer Dredpe Roberts Hacey Uemnsonda Sire Jaboof Xtrack Phu Aed Heaton Gally Sappore Teaan Roper Jacobs

Village Bantam Crew Beats Colgan 16-0 in Early Game

The Village Bantam crew dominates Colgan 16 0 as pitchers and batters deliver strong performances. Toni Ratastias Hew To records eight strikeouts while Jim Hel adds a triple and a double. Ro Garisard contributes a trapple skower single to pace the Catmypbethvitle bows. Next game is Saturday. Camphelhille Bantams prepare for Holton County playotts after Hornby and Pden MiHS falter.

Colo Vo O Amile Colpagt Toni Ratastias Calas Havler Jim Hel Ro Garisard Simdhaw Camphelhille Bantams Playotts Hornby Pden Mihs Halton County

Hornby Man Hurt In Car Truck Crash

A Hornby resident, John O'Connor, sustained a lacerated forehead and a bruised chin after a car collided with a dump truck at the Seventh Line intersection. O'Connor’s car suffered 350 in damages while the dump truck, driven by James Richards of Orangeville, had 250 in damages. Police stated the truck pulled into the car’s path at the intersection.

Mornby John O'Connor James Richards Orangeville

Demonstrations Fail to Solve World Problems

Up to press time demonstrations and riots had not contributed to solving any of the world’s problems. The article notes ongoing public unrest without progress toward broader solutions.

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