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Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Aug 27, 1964

Page

10

Catholic Women Meet Discuss Business and Bazaar Plans

The Rockwood and District Catholic Women’s League met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Pat Dales with Mrs. Ed Sv gott chairing. Fourteen members and two visitors attended as letters from Mount Cenacle and a former member Mrs. William Odette were read. Members noted seven grade graduates to receive Rosaries at a September service and planned the October all bazaar with assignations for raffle, grocery hamper, baked goods, handcrafts, knitwear, pot luck, and an after meeting lunch and Q and A with Rev Father Kennedy.

Rockwood Pat Dales Ed Svgott Sisters of Mount Cenacle League William Odette Rosariea William Gillillan V. Synott H. Coulson Wheeler P. Dales Bart Barton Alf Crowler Herb Saunders David Bacon Ted Bucack Dick Dupuis Roy Bacon Stockman Wm. Gilfillan Bingo Lloyd Waddell Father Kennedy C.Y.O Brebeul

Farm Accidents Highlight Tractor Dangers

The tractor is involved in most fatal farm accidents according to the National Safety League of Canada. Operators of this versatile farm machine must know and use safe operating procedures to prevent tragedy.

National Safety League of Canada

Everton Vacation Bible School Closes with Moving Program

Rockwood Sunday night capped Everton Vacation Bible School as children and parents filled the church to enjoy classroom recitals and a song service. The week focused on creation, sin, Noah, the Promised Land, prophets, the Virgin birth, Jesus life and the coming again. Attendance averaged 109, peaking at 13 helpers, with Miss Doris Kingsbury directing and Mr Howlett leading. Donations totaled 424 dollars to the Bible Society.

Rockwood Everton Garden of Eden Srud Promised Land Christ Jesus Earth Cascy Doris Kingsbues Hilda Ato Renae A. June Thomson Nancy Jestin Begounees Jean Nellis Patsy Jestan al Jusce Millxon Marion Bayne E.dah Durase Dini van Hoorn Muriel Rangsburny Muriel Mga-Cutcheon Mary Yorfoo En Agers Byron Hawlett Porraine My Dougall Jesus the Promised Saviour Perad Asus Donna Kings Huts Howlett Donna Kingsbury Revo Howlett Hawlett

Village trustees consider water secretary and treasurer posts

The Village Trustees met at Mr L J Avies home to consider applicants for the water secretary hydro secretary treasurer and clerk roles. Charles F O’Brien's application was accepted in a vote by Robert Testie James Milne and AK Murray. Meeting set for August 7 and town hall meeting planned for September in preparation for duties.

Rockwood L. J. Avies Sulage Hydro Secretars Charles F. O'Vien Robert Testie Janws Milne AK Murray O Breats Cabinavertas

Agriculture's Role One Farmer Feeds 27 People

At the Ontario CNE an official exhibit outlines agriculture as Ontario's dominant industry. It employs over 275,000 and spends more than $900 million yearly, showcasing broader roles from farming to food processing and distribution.

CNE Ontario Department of Agriculture Ontario Teddy Ontana Department of Agcmculture

Trail Riders Roam On Overnight Jaunt In Rockwood

The Rockwood Trail Raiders held their second annual overnight ride on Saturday August 14. Riders gathered after an evening trek from the Ellis home on Jackson Street, camped east of the river, and enjoyed a corn and wiener roast. About a dozen stayed the night in sleeping bags and tents, then had breakfast before returning to town.

Rockwood Ellis Jackson St

William Gordon Celebrates 85th Birthday at Rockwood Home

William Gordon, aged 85, marked his birthday Friday evening at his Rockwood Academy home. Family and close relatives gathered to offer wishes for his continued health and happiness in the years ahead.

Rockwood William Gordon Gordon Rockwood Academy

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