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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 20, 1962
Page
2
Fire Chief Mick Holmes warns during the holiday season that leaving children unattended even briefly near an inflammable Christmas tree and decorations risks severe harm. He cites law enforcing that abandoning a child under ten is an indictable offence with up to three years' imprisonment. Parents are urged to hire a responsible babysitter for safer celebrations.
Dairy forums in Canada call for an expanded advertising push and a unified milk marketing plan. Participants demand national coordination, standard pricing, and producer receipts equalization while debating a royal commission and new promotions amid fears of a looming dairy disaster.
The YMCA bingo night drew a large crowd as 10 Christmas turkeys were awarded in a ticket draw supervised by a child. Winners included Gloria Barber and several Acton residents. Santa and elves helped hand out prizes. proceeds benefit MCA upkeep and operations.
Christmas dinner meeting of the Alert Evening Auxiliary at Knox church basements convened by Mrs Cole and Mrs Masters. Miss Laura Wales was to receive a life membership, but was absent. gifts and hospital visits planned by Mrs Young and Mrs Me Cullough.
Girls in Charge at the Ras LT vesper service held Sunday evening at the Abbey. President Mrs. Moore Sandy Sinclair led the service with Scripture by Margaret Mackenzie and meditation by Lynn Masters. Candlelighters Lormine Cleland Marlene Teatley Wendy Masters. other CGEL girls assisting included Arlene Weasles Debbie Jordan Irene Andersen Moira Parker Beverly McKnight.
A charity event at the YMCA features a weekend sale with proceeds directed to youth programs. Organizers invite community members to attend, browse items, and support local services.
An early opinion poll by Dr Harry Harley on a Canadian issue shows initial results from public replies. Experts anticipate a follow up poll to gauge evolving sentiments.
After Christmas the Yow Center reports low attendance as children enjoy new toys. Sid Saiz halts and resumes for holiday week. Swim lessons pause and will resume January 4.
In southern France small figurines in crèches called santons outshine Santa replicas. Hols Manger animals and saints populate the scene. The evergreen crèche centerpiece remains a key home decoration element in santon displays.
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