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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 13, 1962
Page
17
Halton Fire Prevention Bureau reports 72 Oakville commercial buildings inspected during Fire Prevention Week uncovered 137 hazards. Top issues include lack of fire extinguishers, poor housekeeping, and missing waste containers. overfusing and improper use of extension cords also noted. Blitz runs annually with municipal partners and insurance inspectors.
Piano recital by pupils of Mrs. Dave Armstrong drew about 32 participants with Sharon Wilson at the piano and opening National Anthem. A pageant Why the Chimes Rang followed, produced by Raymond MacDonald Alden with music by Robert J Hughes, and duets by Murray Taylor and Oliver Baker. Proceeds benefited the Salvation Army of Guelph.
Miss Emma Baldic quietly celebrated her 85th birthday as friends and neighbors visited. Community notes record 4-H club activities, including a meeting at Virginia Snyder’s home, demonstrations on baked goods and thickening agents, and the making of Hot Water Gingerbread. A Sunday communion service at the Presbyterian church and holiday gatherings at the Women’s Institute are also reported along with updates on local visitors and school health notes.
Mrs Koy Swingichurnst hosted the Christmas meeting as the Women's Institute opened with the president, choir, and readings. Minutes were approved, a 16-person call was noted, and a planned Christmas party was canceled. The gathering featured readings by Mrs Norman Sinclair and Mrs Tom Gibson, bingo games, and a holiday lunch. The event honored the memory of Mr William McPherson and a bazaar in Acton Y. CA was reported as successful. Sunday School plans a Christmas cere will be held Friday with Santa visiting the children.
A reflective note questions where you are paid and which town supports by shopping locally. It argues that most goods are available at home so there is no need to wait for Sunday sermons. The piece emphasizes purchasing within your community.
The annual bazaar and tea by W A Bazaar St Albans W A were held Saturday afternoon in Luxton Memorial Hall. Baking aprons church calendars and other items were displayed while tea tables carried a Christmas theme. General convener was the president with several assistants named.
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