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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Dec 13, 1962

Page

19

Child Safety Rules for Christmas Toys by Halton Home Economist

The Halton Counts Home Economist advises shoppers to match toys to a child's age and safety. For infants and toddlers choose washable durable toys with no sharp edges. Avoid small swallowable parts and overly heavy items. For ages two to six, prefer make believe and learning toys with outdoor play to build coordination and motor skills. Riding toys should be low and sturdy and electrical toys not recommended. From eight to ten years, hobbies can be encouraged with simple toys and kits. Use age appropriate kits and avoid small pieces for younger children. keep toys safe and supervise.

Halton Ptoois Spe

Santa Arrives at W I Annual Christmas Party

The annual W I Christmas party at Mrs Anderson’s home on Brock Ave featured a Christmas dress parade and carol singing led by Salert Nahr. Votes honored the president’s daughter and a Christmas fund donation was raised for members in need.

Santa W.I Anderson Brock Ave Mapleston

Mrs A Fryer Dies in Guelph Funeral Tuesday

Mrs A Fryer, born Hartline to Thomas Genweil and Emily Parker, dies in Guelph. Funeral service conducted by Rev Dwight Engel at Rumley Shoemater. interment in Fairview Cemetery. She was a Lakeside Chapter 10 CE member active in Acton United Church work.

Kenneth Danehier RM Jonn Clayton Brochaster Bay Shea Ethel Vern Rumley Shoemater Dwight Engel Fairview Lakeside

Knox Ladies Aid Planning Committee Annual Meeting

The Knox Ladies Aid Planning Committee met in the church parlor on Tuesday afternoon with Mix Al Buchanan chairing the election of officers after Mrs Mac Pherson resigned the presidency. Mrs Fo Me Cutchean Mia OGmenalle and Mrs Ata Phors chaired the planning for the new year as officers could not be secured. The gathering included prayer, a Christmas program, and a community Christmas party arranged by Mrs Dennis and her helpers.

Mos Ann Bethlehem Geo Sammenalle Mesanley Matthews Mix al Buchanan MacPherson Ter Offic Fo Me Cutchean Mia 0Gmenalle Ata Phors Dennis Irs Aachen

Gifts for Everyone At Circle Meeting

A local circle meeting held last Thursday evening in the church basement featured a festive gift exchange. President Mov Chapman led the group with reports on coming activities and a brief prayer, as members shared thanks and plans for the holiday season.

Circle Chia Dhe Presidene Mov Ghapman Cing Dasani Ted Om Qomasiaeaey Praser Sean Paainimy

North Halton Association for Retarded Children officers elected 1963

The 1963 slate of officers was elected and installed at the annual meeting of the North Halton Association for Retarded Children held Monday evening at the Sunshine School Hornby. Officers include President Gerry Addison Milton. treasurer Jim Sproat. corresponding secretary Mrs Sillars. recording secretary Mrs Woo Treahy Georgetown. committee conveners education Mes J J Kennedy Milton finance R Benner Milton home care Mrs A Howard Milton installation and research Dr BOD Be benek public relations Mrs Sandy Best Georgetown and others. Executive members at large are Dr K Wo McCaulay Dr Ho Greig Paul Autosteetig and Mrs Norman Price. Reports covered education and area children, with notes on families and past year activities.

North Halton Association For Retarded Childrent Sunshine School Hornby Go G Addison Milton Jim Sproat Sillars Woo Treahy Georgetown Mes J J. Kennedy R Benner Bostein Purse K Wo McCaulay Ho Greig Paul Autosteetig Norman Price Acton WA Bets. Wellwood Mitten Peggs Treahy Campbellville

New Member For Mothers Scout and Guide Meeting

New Member Ruth Meller was welcomed at the Mothers Scout and Guide meeting held in the Scout Hall on Tuesday November 27. The 121 members present heard the Lord's Prayer as the roll was called and each member donated a cream and sugar set and tea towel. Plans were set for the Christmas party, supper duties assigned to Nesseth and Laura McEachern, and a report by Elda Anderson on purchasing hall chairs was presented.

Scout and Guide Ruth Meller Fins Nesseth Laura McEachern Elda Anderson

United Church Women Hold Afternoon Groups Christmas Meeting

The Tuesday gathering combined the two afternoon groups at Mrs Wood Beatty’s home for a Christmas party with games, baskets, and gifts. Mrs Bo Veldhuis and Mrs Tidden led warm tea. readings on a Christmas theme were performed. Mrs A Shoemaker won a contest. a detailed feast was served.

United Church Wood Beatty Bo Veldhuis Tidden

Rousing Tyro Cheer For UCW Unit Five

A lively Tyro cheer event at UCW Unit Five occurred Tuesday led by Allan Vauler with Bil Reed and Mrs Amos Shoemaker assisting. About two dozen boys received a wrapped chest containing money for their school activities amid cookies and cake offerings.

Tyro UCW Unit Five Ihe Ayra Oy Allan Vaueler Bil Reed Amos Shoemaker Seth

Members Eligible For 25 Year Pins

A chapter meeting notes a discussion on honors for long service members. A 28 year pin is announced for standing members. A potluck supper is planned this evening. Members eligible for 25 year pins are identified. A humorous suggestion asks about selling commemorative plates as a Christmas fundraiser.

Lions Relax Plan Party Die Mier

An unclear fragment describes a party involving Lions and a planned event. It mentions a show and eating, with references to a Pred Party and attendees. Details are garbled, but the text implies a social gathering with entertainment and food.

Incomplete Hornby Royal Market Report Causes Confusion

A garbled header from last week's Hornby Royal Market section creates confusion among officers and instructors. The note blurs key names and roles, leaving readers unsure of the intended positions and responsibilities.

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