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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 13, 1956
Page
10
Ottawa reports sunflowers offer economic potential for prairie farmers this year with estimated returns from the crop. production hinges on breeding progress as varieties mature late and face rust risks, though drought and frost resistance plus soil-rotation benefits boost appeal.
Bright red sidewalk mail boxes mark 102 years of service this Christmas dating to 1854 in London. Anthony Trollope, then 36, proposed roadside boxes, leading to rapid spread across Britain and the Commonwealth. By 1885 doors were carved for mail delivery, though some objects like flaps and paint varied and affected protection.
A Saturday evening church supper event at Siren Saint Noosatenian church featured entertainment and Santa Claus handing out gifts to attendees. The program included songs, solos, and group performances by local residents and visiting families, with attendance noted from surrounding towns and relatives.
We help you add beauty and value by refinishing walls and woodwork. Learn how an economical approach meets material needs while delivering first grade work.
The Georgetown Hydro commission marks the official opening of a modern office on Water Street as part of its ongoing service to residents. Chair A A Kennedy notes past power developments from the Credit River era to Ontario Hydro and recalls 354 customers served in the first year of the commission’s operation.
A centenarian celebration marks a village reunion with Core Lawrences as general and Denenge BPE Greenad leading the assemble. Attendees recall early to bed routines and hard work while the village recalls the old vat reaklend era and Vee cape tied on.
The YMCA Ladies Auxiliary held a Christmas party Monday evening at the YMCA building. After a pot luck supper they exchanged gifts and played games with Mrs Olive Cavens in charge of the affair.
Two sitting Era masa school board members were re elected in 1957 defeating Arthur Pestie and John Synnot. McPhedran led with 426 votes and Koragestouns Feeshie 20% of remaining. the campaign was led by Joseph Oakes and Ernest Benham with committee members listed.
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