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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Dec 15, 1960

Page

21

Nations of spectators question winter fitness on Fairy Lake

A Canadian writer muses on national toughness amid mild winter skating on Fairy Lake. He notes few people on the ice, wonders if Canada has grown passive, and suggests a fitness push akin to Russian programs. He mentions Lynn McLaren coaching Georgetown High School basketball and local hockey updates from Guelph Royals to Detroit players.

Canada Paul Bunyanieh Fairy Lake Sunny Jacques Holland Itv New York Giants TLV Prince Philip Toronto Lynn McLaren McLaren Dude Lasay Baseball Merchants Georgetown High School Georgtown Loan Lynn

Pee Wees Squirts Lose Pair to Georgetown Clubs

Acton boys teams suffered a double setback at Georgetown Arena last Sunday. The Squirts fell 3 to 1 and the Pee Wees lost 1 to 0 as Ronny Johnson and Dave Garrett each scored to avoid shutouts. Coaches hailed the result despite Georgetown stars having a longer lead.

Pee Wees Georgetown Re A and B Custant Cleaners Acton Business Mens Squirt Squirts Ronny Johnson Dave Garrett Acton Sery

Y's Men Tree Sale Boosts Club Funds

Y's Men behind the CAL sell Christmas trees for fundraising. Trees come from Mansell Nellis, a club member. The sale began Friday with fair turnout and shoppers seeking greenery this weekend.

Y.cal Fom Mansell Nellis Pop Sagar

Palermo Tops Farm League in Nail Biter Thriller

Palermo remains atop the Hatton County Junior Farmers hockey standings by beating Acton 65 in a tense opener at Milton Arena. Nora Elec led Milton 7 8 with two early goals, while Murray Fives Four and Dave Murray scored four and three goals respectively for Palermo. Robina Yat and Mull Richardson sparked late.

Palermo Hatton County Jandor Farmer Hockey League Biquiss Acton Poane Ad Milton Arena Nora Elec Milton Club Jhiy Murray Dave Murray Bob Marshall Dave McKewan Ross Shoes George Rebtsart Keith Lictch Doug Blick Cianati We Eenue Richardson Ken Richardson Noval Mull Richardson Jin Rider Sry Eeblings Paine Robina Nerov Fleniagten Milton Dean Grate Gillies Wall Marshall Puckeh Veleres Chips Saavedo Guelph Cais Fues Jilay Milton

Acton Fire Chief Warns Citizens to Use Caution at Christmas

Fire Chief Jack Newton warns Ontario communities of higher fire risk during winter and Christmas. He urges safe tree selection, cool storage, fresh water, proper lighting, CSA certified strings, away from heat sources, and prompt disposal of wrappings to prevent fires after parties and holidays.

Acton Ontario Jack Newton Chich Newton Teddy CSA Mazar Fontaino

Fireside Ladies Aid Dinner Brings Community Cheer

At the Legion auditorium a Firemen’s Party hosted by Geeta and group featured roses for ladies, a toll tareout, and dancing after a dinner. The event included entertainment by Misty fon abut and Meee Tattan’s orchestra, with wives and teens in attendance.

Geeta Ann Chastias Legion Auditorium Feibay Ayer Lawon Misty Fon Meee Tattan

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