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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 24, 1964
Page
29
The Free Press reports on a community carol sing led by Dave Manes on December 24, 1964. City residents joined in joyful holiday voices, with local organizations providing refreshments and support.
A joyful annual family gathering was held on Sunday at the Davidson home with relatives from Erin Maine and Camp Harden attending. Candlelight service at Peabody church followed, featuring carols sung by the junior choir and readings of nine Christmas lessons by George Bates.
The Ontario Department of Agriculture launches a voluntary Mastitis Control Program directed by Dr K O McEwen with Dr J E Neel assisting. Enrollment costs 225 per cow per year, with herd testing every week and veterinary support from the Veterinary Services Branch. pilot results suggest reduced mastitis and improved milk quality.
The Rockwood and District Bowling League’s Turkey Roll event drew teams competing to beat their averages. Prizes included high single, handicap, and chocolate awards with many bowlers named. a one week respite follows before the second half begins.
The MZ Bennet Home and School Association held its December meeting at Mas Bullows home. After the business portion, plans for a bake sale were discussed and are underway.
A Rockwood community group formed to promote restoring Rockwood Academy as the Datura Teacher Federation Centennial Project. Monty Root chaired the committee meeting in Rockwood Town Hall with Lance Mas Tastor absent sick. Members outlined contacting the Teachers' Federation and local figures to gain support and set a January 1 1986 deadline for school-related actions.
The Women’s Institute hosted a Christmas gathering on Saturday with games and a Santa appearance. Attendees enjoyed a tankard supper and a Christmas service conducted by MG Bates and Miss Bhs. The event concluded with seasonal cheer.
Mrs Henderson Sr and Mrs George Henderson attended multiple showers in Guelph for granddaughter Miss Arb ara Thomas. December events include an atrousseau team gathering and a wedding at St Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Guelph attended by the Henderson family and the OAC professor Thomas.
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Rev FON Young conducted Christmas services and led an organ dedication on Sunday for the WA president Mes Fak Cetin. AC Patterson accepted on behalf of the congregation. Guests included Nis Rouyttes and WINE. Hopes rise for recovery of Mrs Horie and others.
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