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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 13, 1956
Page
13
A driver on the Jacques Cartier bridge in Montreal rear ended the car in front after his wife commented on a ship. Police took about thirty minutes to clear the resulting traffic jam.
D. Leo Dolan of the Dominion Travel Bureau lauds Prince Edward Island at a Canadian Tourist Association convention. He extols PEI for relaxation and comfort, notes its rich products, praises Island harness racing as the finest north of Kentucky, and ranks Col. Dan McKinnon among top sulky drivers with Joe O'Brien earning fame in the US.
Inspectors Skuce Bornhold and Jordan visited the school this week. In December traditions, European St Nicholas day is noted with gifts on December 6. New Canadians observed old country customs at home last week. The Novelty Gray club decorated the YMCA meeting room for Christmas. Rev Kenneth G McMillan, St Andrew's Guelph, named General Secretary of the Bible Society in Canada resigning from the Presbytery. Acton area saw Safe Driving Week with local euchre prize winners listed. A Lakeside misprint swapped Dowl ing for Dowling in grocery bag winner. High winds threatened Acton Christmas tree but hydro crew secured it.
The week brings many contacts as visitors drop by Acton homes. Notables include Santa Claus as the season begins. Several locals host or hostin guests in town and nearby areas, with trips to Milton Toronto Hamilton and Houston noted. Mrs Patterson prepares for an 88th birthday and first plane trip to Houston with family support.
Elusive herring movement in Port au Port Bay forces Newfoundland crews to switch from seine nets to traps as traditional seines fish in depths of eight to twenty fathoms. Local crews adapt gear to shallow water conditions.
A part ridge crashed through a farm window in DONALDA Alta. after lying stunned for minutes the bird rose again and shattered another window in an unsuccessful escape attempt. The farmer's wife killed the bird with a broom.
The Picton Ontario Gazette notes that bright street lighting leaves a strong impression of progress and quality of life in towns. The editorial suggests well lit streets signal a forward looking community and good living conditions.
A historical editorial notes that the old slogan shoot first and ask questions later has no place in modern policing or hunting. It urges careful observation and restraint to ensure community safety and avoids endorsing reckless action by hunters or a watchman.
Community births announced in December including Shirley and Joe Roberts daughter at 39 Oxford St Guelph and Tracy Barbara Eyzie born November 27 1856 in Montreal. Also notes at Acton and Guelph General Hospital with names, dates, and family relations. obituaries and expressions of thanks from local residents across multiple families.
Remember February and for Acton W I Euchre and Penny Sale on Saturday December 15 at 8 30. Auspices WS prizes and lunch Admission 35c.
Equity in a well planned compact bungalow in Warren Grove with paved roads and sidewalks. Gyproc shingled exterior low maintenance. Modern Duo Thermoil heater with thermostat and blower linked to a 200 gallon tank for efficient heating. Four rooms on a large landscaped lot. Monthly payments after purchase of the equity are 29 dollars including taxes principal interest and fire insurance.
For Rent a heated three room self contained apartment with built in cupboards and hardwood floors in an apartment building. Phone 365m. a-23.
All parties with claims against the estate of Lavina Matthews Steen Moore who died around August 2 1956 must file proof with the executors’ solicitor by December 22 1956. After that date the estate will be distributed only to filed claims. Dated at Acton Ontario December 4 1956.
Lost blue snap on mitt for infant snowsuit between Post Office and United Church. Leave at Free Press office. Found maroon junior size bicycle. owner may claim by payment for ad Mrs. D. Van Fleet 83 Bower Ave. Found wrist watch on Young St. identify and pay for ad J. McGeachie a 23. Lost wallet containing money from accident at Church and Frederick Sts Saturday evening. phone 529 to return.
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