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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Dec 23, 1969

Page

4

Father Son Duos Shine At Legion Party For Members’ Kids

The annual Legion children’s party drew a full hall of youngsters on Sunday December 14 with Vince Mountford as headline entertainer. He dressed as a clown with a long tie and invited volunteers as Wilson Charlie played piano while conductor Michael Dawson led. Mary Watson aided music alongside youthful Catenay Hand members. Bernie Taylor joined his father in a Gena tradition, Ron Turkow appeared in costume, and Legion Auxiliary offered two clown helpers. Legion president Bob Angell Mes W. J. McKnight Mr. Charles Hubble Mrs. Art Daigle and Mrs. Alvey Gordon supported the event, a yearly highlight for local families.

Acton Vince Mountford Wilson Charlie Vince Michael Dawson Mary Watson Catenay Bernie Taylor Ron Turkow Legion Auxiliary Gen Chuck Shultis Bob Angell Sante Legion W. J. McKnight Charles Hubble Art Daigle Alvey Gordon

Candles and Christmas Traditions Across History

Candles have lit Christmas for centuries with legends of shelter seeking Christ child and Mary’s pass over. Germain beliefs invite candles as welcome signs to food, origins in Yule and pagan rites. Modern practice replaced by electric lights yet candle services in churches endure, notably Bethlehem Moravian church with readings, prayers, carols.

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Hazards of Christmas Fire Safety Tips to Prevent Accidents

The article warns that Christmas can bring accidents without precautions. Keep the tree in water until removal, use noncombustible decorations, and avoid frayed wires or direct lighting on metal trees. Turn off lights when the house is empty and dispose of wrapping outside to reduce fire risk.

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