Halton Council Endorses Plan for Nationalized Sweepstakes
Halton County Council endorsed a resolution to nationalize sweepstakes or legalize them provincially to divert hospital costs back to Canada. The plan, backed by most, proposed using proceeds to defray hospitalization expenses while opponents argued against. Lanark County urged immediate action to address feed shortages and rising costs, warning of stock depletion if not tackled. The council also approved pay for canvassers in a Bangs disease vaccination drive and appointed several officials to schools and care facilities.
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Halton
Canada
Reeve McLaren
Georgetown
Lanark County
Lanark
Halton County Federation
Livestock Improvement Association
Bang
J. E. Whitelock
House of Refuge
Peel
Ross Sersworth
Burlington-Nelson
Archibeacan W. GG. A Thompson
Boy Burns From Home Furnace Explosion In Frederick
John Mowat a 13 year old son of Mr and Mrs J A Mowat Frederick Sr suffered severe facial burns after picking up oily rags and placing them in a furnace. An explosion followed and flames scorched nearby material. Prompt action by his father and neighbor Gordon Currie prevented a larger fire.
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Mowat
Gordon Currie
Acton to Enter Intermediate Hockey This Season
Acton will field an Intermediate hockey team after a joint Acton Athletic Association meeting. J Royston outlined OHA rulings favoring Int B status for small towns and cautioned on player origins within 25 miles. Ice is being prepared and new officers were elected, including President J Royston.
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Acton
Acton Athletic
Triple A
J. Royston
O.H.A
O.hla
Fergus
OFLA
Guelph
Acténcif
Orregardless
Eine
C.H.A
Royston
Grimsby
Alrready
Acton Athletic Association
Sirrs
H. Jolley
Ivan Harris
Frank ‘Erry
Harry Holmes
Fred Dawkins
Robt. Anderson
R. Mason
Parents Attend Acton Public School Tuesday Night
Parents visited Acton Public School on Tuesday evening for Parents Night. Teachers greeted them in their rooms while students were out of seats, rooms displayed student projects and art, and educational films were shown. The event showcased about 300 pupils and benefited both parents and teachers.
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Acton’ Public
Actor Public School
Mr. F. Thompson Speaks at Acton Institute Meeting
The regular Women's Institute meeting at Mrs. Earl Lambert's home featured Mr. Thompson of Halton's Children's Aid Society as guest speaker. A Christmas program, charity gift of 25.60 for British relief, and a 15.04 presentation to aid children's work followed a luncheon organized by Mrs. Drysdale and helpers.
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MR. F. Thompson
Acton Institute
Women’s Institute
Earl Lambert
Davidson
Christmas Program at SoEd Club Meeting
The SoEd Club of Knox Presbyterian Church held a Christmas themed program last Wednesday evening with Miss Isabel Anderson presiding. Group four led the program as William Mainprize served as convenor. The event featured devotions by Miss Marguerite Roszell and Mrs. F S Blow, carols led by E A Hansen at the piano, solo by Wm Burton, a film Merry Christmas and readings of A Christmas Carol. Plans were announced for a congregational Christmas Party to collect gifts for the needy with cake and tea served afterward.
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Knox Presbyterian Church
Isabel Anderson
William Mainprize
Marguerite Roszell
F. S. Blow
E. A
Christmas Party of Lakeside Chapter Held Tuesday Night
Lakeside Chapter 100 D. R. B. held a Christmas party in the Legion Rooms on Tuesday December 6. The treasurer reported a recent bazaar and ten collars were donated for a wedding gift to Princess Elizabeth by the National tr. 0. Dp. F. Dorations were made to the Shipping Fund and the workroom. Three new members were inducted. the evening included games, a Scrooge story, carols, gifts, a well laden basket, and a lunch with Mrs. C. Seistiman singing Silent Night.
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Lakesitte Chapter
D. RB
Legion Rooms
Elizabeth
National
Shipping Fund
Scrooge
Officers elected at December meeting of St. Alban's Guild
The December gathering at Mrs. F. Jolly's home elected 1918 officers including Grace Nelles president and Peg Coon vice president. Beatrice Anderson became secretary with Aileen Currie as treasurer and Sylvia Jones as altar convenor. A luncheon followed hosted by Mrs. Jolly with assistance from Mrs. Dolphin and Mrs. Denny.
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ST. Alban’s Guild
St. Alban's. Guilda
F. Jolly
Eien
Tiecasstor
Grace Nelles
Peg Coon
Beatrice Anderson
Aileen Currie
Bulletin
Mresa
Bette Footitt
Altar
Sylvia Jones
B. Dolphin
Mrs. Denny
Woman's Association of United Church installs 1948 officers
The regular monthly meeting at the Parsonage, led by President Mrs. L Agar, elected and installed officers with Rev. L Pickering officiating. New officers include Mrs. James Moore as president and Mrs. I Harrik as first vice president, along with a full slate and committees for church activities.
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Woman's Association OF United Church
Woman's Association of the United Church
L. Agar
L. Apgar
M. Ivers
L. Pickering
Pickering
James—Moore
I. Harrik
H. Burns
E. Mawthorne
F. Cleave
T. ‘Thetford
E Lambert
B. Veldhu‘s
F. ‘Cleave
N. Lambert
J. Moore
J. Reid
R. L. Johnson
G. McDonald
A. Fryer
E. Hawthorne
Campbellville couple to celebrate 50th wedding anniversary
Campbellville Correspondent Mr and Mrs Thomas Allan of Campbellville will mark their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday December 20. They will host drop-in visits 2 4 pm and 7 10 pm with a 7 pm dinner in St David's Presbyterian Sunday School Room attended by immediate family and catered by Ladies Aid members. Mrs Allan 76 and formerly Catharine White resident Nassagaweya Township active in church. Mr Allan born 60 years ago has lived in Nassagaweya. children include William Toronto Stuart Arkell Roy Morston.
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Campbellville
Thomas Allan
Campbellvie
Toit
St. David's Presbyterian
Ladies’ Aid
Catharine White
James and
Isabelle White
Nassagaweya
Mr. Allan
Nassogaweya
Was
George-Allan
Crewal
Dr Blair
William
Toronto
Stuart of
Arkell
Roy
Morston
Acton Pablico Utilities Meeting Reviews Power Savings
The Acton Public Utilities board met with Chair C M Hansen and Commissioner J R Mac Arthur present. Permission was granted by Ontario's HEPC for flood lights. Beardmore and Co. applications were refused. 17 600 kWh saved in November due to consumer cooperation. funds moved from Waterworks to General Account. check writer repaired. minimum 90c on domestic accessory bi monthly bills. hydrants ordered for Wartime Housing subdivision. meeting date moved to December 18.
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Acton
F. J. McCutcheon
Coucillors
Wm. McLeod
F. Davison
Main Street
Frank Toth
Council
Harrop
Maple Street
Acton Machine Shops
Armaco, Limited
Messrs
J. F. Royston
Ray Mason
Fred Dawkins
Acton Athletic Association
Athletic Association
Rumley
Acton Pablo
C. M. Hansen
J. R. MacArthur
H.E.P.C
Ontario
Force Electric Products
Wool Combing Corporation of Canada
Beardmore and Co
Beardmore
Wilson
Otober
Guelph
Guelph Hydro
Lambert
Community events and dances announced for December
Numerous notices describe local meetings concerts and sales. A Christmas Band concert December 23rd at 8 pm, a New Year Eve dance with Doris Hulls Orchestra, a Christmas tree entertainment December 25 or 26 at Nassagaweya School, and bake sales at Acton United Church with lunch and prizes. Admission generally 25c to 75c. doors open for all activities.
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Acton Boys
Acton Town Hall
Doris Hull
St. Alban‘s Guild
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Nelson Township
County Council
Tanners
OHLA
Lakeside Chapter
Reeve McCutchieon
Reeve Foo
McCetenean
Ed. Jennngs
Free Press
Reeve McCutcheon
Thos. Allan
Plana
Waterworks
Wydro Department
H.E P.C
Grand & Toy Ltd
Acton Free Press
Bureau
Packard Electric
Northern Electric Co
Jas. R. Kearney Corp
An . Federal Wire & Cable Co
Can. Westinghouse Co
J. A. Mackenzie and Son
Con. Brass Co., Ltd
Thya
L.O.L
Crewson's
Women's Institute Euchre
Legion Hall
Churchill's Women’s Association
Acton United Church
Luneh
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