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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Dec 27, 1967
Page
5
District notes hopeful January meeting between Minister of Municipal Affairs and MPPs Snow and Kerr to discuss Milton’s long standing annexation application while minister McKeough indicates a general leaning to the prior position. Council remains uncertain on the department’s stance.
Henry J Stanley reports Halton County agriculture in 1967 faced unusual weather and shifting dairy quotas. Hay yield rose but quality fell, grain and corn yields varied by soil type, and corn silage improved cattle energy. Dairying declined with many farmers selling or quitting milking, yet average milk output rose. 4 H and junior farmers excelled in provincial competitions.
Mrs. A J MacArthur represents Nassagawega and Nassagawega area at a Halton County meeting on the Niagara Escarpment Study. C E Spearin and J O Spender cited the 450 mile study area including Acton Nassagawega Esquesing and Caledon Townships and discussed impact on aesthetics and mining operations.
Halton Progressive Conservative Association seeks a candidate for the next federal election. Douglas Latimer, president, expects the nomination convention in early spring. Dr Harry Harley currently represents Halton and may run for the Liberals. He defeated Oakville Mayor Allen Masson and NDP's Murray Kernighan in the last race. Several potential nominees have shown interest but not committed.
A brief urging to make a year long resolution to reduce accidents at home on farms and on highways. Emphasizes ongoing effort through the year and avoiding risky behavior as old year ends. Encourages safe living and continuous precautionary actions.
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