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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 12, 1957
Page
3
Burlington and nearby towns face widespread street name duplications from early 1950s incorporations. The Planning Board notes several newer streets share existing names due to final plan checks beyond board control. Recommendation seeks council clearance before registration updates.
At the 8 meeting the Erin Village Council approved cash prizes of 16, 10 and 5 for the best exterior Christmas decorations on homes in the village. Judging will occur before Christmas. Registration of a draft plan to the Department of Planning and Development is underway after the Planning Board notified the village that street names are satisfactory.
Mrs Keith Rand president of the Federated Women's Institutes of Canada warns holiday hosts to plan festivities with safety in mind. She urges non alcoholic beverages quick snacks and careful travel planning to prevent traffic fatalities during Christmas and New Year. A separate item notes Norris Poole injured by a loose cow while tending a barn on his property.
Georgetown council weighs a Delrex proposal to build 800 detached houses in annexed areas. Auditor A Lover warns expansion risks tax burdens and strain on mains and sewage plants. Delrex argues surplus funds would cover costs, while critics say present utilities and schools cannot support growth.
The Brampton and Chinguacousy townships clash over fire protection payments. Chinguacousy approves a deal for 3000 standby and 100 per call, while Brampton insists on 3000 standby and 130 per call. Officials cite higher ongoing costs and equipment strain as the basis for their stance.
The village ratepayers council election reports 383 ballots cast last week with five spoiled ballots. Names listed include Jas Gardiner EL Heath WG Magill Joseph Musgrove James Robertson and Frank Johnston received an acclamation for the Reeveship.
James B Gray assistant township clerk was named the official clerk for Trafalgar Council at Monday meeting. The appointment frees Township Clerk Sheldon Featherstone to focus on broader municipal matters. Featherstone will no longer attend council meetings unless required and weekly council sessions will be hosted with a township clerk available in town office each full day.
Rumor claims a recount of Bronte ballots will not occur after Alfred Vente claims a court will review results. The election saw Mr Jennings lose by five votes amid disputes collected by Thomas Millward who reported 230 votes in the May balloting.
Residents from Trafalgar raise petitions about school hours at Munna Trubbie School. Parents and pupils ask for delayed dismissal in lower grades and access for upper grades while addressing detention and back work. Trustee Hoss Campbell notes public concern and investigations proceed.
James Wilds of Acton died at home at 144 Main Street on Wednesday December 4 after about eight months of illness. He was born in Acton and married Lille McCainsh here. Surviving are three sons Norman Vineland Francis Galt and Fred Acton, a brother Fred and sister Margaret. He was a member of the Woodmen of the World and attended the Presbyterian church. Andrew McKenzie conducted the funeral at Rum ter funeral home with interment in Fairview cemetery. Pallbearers were George Smith Earl Lambert Bernard Veldhuis Robert Thompson Jack Bruce and William MacIntyre. Flower bearers were Telford McDowell Donald Wilds Alstan Green and Kim Thompson.
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