Fatalities, injuries in Halton weekend highway crashes
A rough Halton weekend saw one fatality and several injuries from multiple crashes in Milton and Georgetown. OPP reported rainy conditions and slick roads from Friday through Sunday, with property damage totalling about 41,460 and a separate 6,510 in related losses.
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Halton
Milton Opp
Ohearn
Georgetown
Mn. Ohearn
Passengen
Huapiisl
Irecalmen
Lux
OPP
Evguce Ang
Saderuad
Vwehules
Gardon Rodney
BB 3
Miliun
Tree Burning Amid Astress Glaze Baths
A fragmentary report notes a fire affecting a meadow and nearby baths amid a stressed area. Details are unclear but indicate a blaze near a dump site with possible environmental impact. Local responders may assess damage and containment status.
Yale Accident Involves Two Acton Drivers
Two motorists from Acton, Philip Gordon Wedge and Albert Brocet Cloutier, were involved in a property damage crash valued at 425 dollars on Highway 7 near the Halton Wellington County line on May 7 at 63 pm.
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Aegion
Halton
Wellington County Line
Chraimay
Cam
Philip Gordon Wedge
Main St. S
Acton
Albert Brocet Cloutier
RR 1
Dr CA Thompson Wins Two Seat
Dr CA Thompson wins a vacant Thur sday seat on Exagiteing Townshop School Board by 9 votes. He totals Y1 across three opponents Janis Iamond Julian Reed and Andy Stull. Low turnout due to rain and hazardous conditions. only 1 of 4175 eligible voters cast in the second municipal election in three weeks. Dr Thomgman is chief of state at Georgetown hospital living on Exquexing eighth line.
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D.C
Dr. Thorgman
Georgetown Hospital
MacLeod 50th Anniversary Celebrated in Acton District
Mr and Mrs Harry MacLeod marked their 50th wedding anniversary with a December 22 celebration in Acton. A family dinner at Brookville, dance with 125 guests, and tributes highlighted the milestone. The couple, married December 22 1945, reside in Acton area and have nine children and 11 grandchildren.
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Mrs
Harry MacLeod
Mark
Wedanday
Marry MacLeod
Bar 1
Acton
Brookville Tal
Mil
Macleod
Ethel
Mary
Dove
Gerald
Merwn
Action
Ruby
Ivan Artin
Lottie Johnson
Medina New York
MacLean
Magpie Ireland
Ripgar, Saxk
Annie Frank
War
Mars
Brookville
R.R. 1
Acton Council Sets Final Appointments and Cemetery Plans
The Acton council held its last meeting of the year approving appointments to boards and commissions including Murda South to Adjustments for a term, Binendan Abearne to the Parks Board for two years, and Chill Hradley to Parks for a one year term. A cemetery plan and special sand and monument rules were approved, with funding items listed and a concrete schedule to complete projects before spring frost.
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Acton Council
Ras Arba
Acton Distrioub
Tobran Board
Adbice
Murda South
Christmas Eve Carol Service At United Church Draws Crowds
The Christmas Eve service at United Church drew a large attendance with a nine lesson program read by church representatives including Mars KRestes, Danny Allen, Kathys Cook, Steve Garevtte, and Rev Dwight Engel. Special solo performances and panel selections highlighted the event, though one participant was unable to read.
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United Church
Asere
Mars Krestes
Danny Allen
Kathys Cook
CGT
Steve Garevtte
Robertac Nessett
Mrs Foladken
Charles Allen
Dwight Engel
Dontal
Orwell Johnston
Dessons
Dina Ton
George Elliots
Sunt Shou
Mass Doro Sakmimons
Partona Ladies
Buss Saidl
Hach
Palesteinas
Rae West remembered for community service and sports involvement
Acton mourns Rae West a long time community leader and businessman born in Branwood he farmed near Rockwood and co ran Acton Home Furnishings. He served in many groups including Whisker Lodge the Legion and Tanners bowling league and chaired local sports activities. Interment at Fairview Cemetery with Legion and family pallbearers present.
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Acton United
Ole Crowhya Fe
Actan
Chou
Aeuvines
Tanners Howhee Club
Sundaft the Legion
Friends
Legion
Dwight Engel
Othe
West
Fairview Cemelon
Man Forsythe
Christmas Lights Debate Continues in Town Meeting
A chaotic council session focused on Christmas lighting issues and related costs. Mayor Les Duby and Chairman Tat Tyler Sto reinforced calls for transparency as residents questioned the budgeting and approvals, including a 828 expenditure line and street lighting plans on Altec Street.
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Moses
Certan
Reybey
Tat Tyler
Les Dubs
Erkad
Aurborus Capenger
Edo
Andres Crqubhaart
Lydro
Altec
Ted Trier
Mayer
Council Table Crowd Marks New Members Observed
In a crowded council session four new members were observed as they joined deliberations. Officials discussed completion of the Aias ON crossing, street improvements, drainage work, and pavement repairs alongside ongoing town projects and ward concerns.
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Ras Acha Ohareman
Catan
Sidiawbion
Aias
Asphatlan
Woodkwais
Ceom Chunh
Etvabrits
Mar St
Peel
Acthur
Boshew
Manas Sire
Arc
Seo Chouetat
Duby
Megibern
Wardnpre
Hyalw
Walker Lodge Installation Ceremony Highlights Officers
Walker Lodge in Newton Newton RR 4 Acton held an installation Monday night with Wiestipful Master at Walker Lenge. Past Master Chester Anderson and Worshipful Brother WL Ratchi led the ceremony. Senior warden Bo G. Franklin and other officers were installed. a second deacon installation is planned for January following the death of Ray West.
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Tos Newton
Acton
Walker Lenge
Chester Andersen
WL Ratchi
Bo G. Franklin
George Lee
Don van Fleet
Heol. Ritchie
Treasures Robbott
Ray West
Panto Chetcon
Peete
Walker Lodge
AWM
H. L. Ritchie
D. W._Van Fleet
E. G. ‘Franklin
R. H., Elliott
H. B. Ramsden
C. D. Anderson
Retired Merchant E. Barr Dies on Boxing Day
Edward Oman a respected Acton merchant and veteran known as Fine died suddenly on Boxing Day after a long career in merchandising and community service. He led local sports teams, supported Legion activities, and left a family including wife Josephine, son John, three grandchildren and five siblings. Memorial services were held by Royal Canadian Legion Branch 197 and Walker Lodge AF and AM with no public service at Rumley Soomsker Funeral Home.
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Rae Weston Pridas
Rumiles - Shoemaker
Arte
Tiesdas
Hagel
William Went
Velma Blan
West
Branwosa
Greenock
Rockwood
SS. No 10
Ermosa School
Rockwood High School
Acton
Velma Blair
W. B. Rumley
Ranting — Institute
School of Empatmings
Elma Braida
Mfr. Rumley
Acton Home Furnishings
Whisker Lodge
Lodge of Perfection
Guelph
Ros. Croix
Edward Oman
John
Hos Waite
Toronto
Alestee Amd
Ha Eves
Pve Bank
Fas Romans
Toate University
Sens
Hans
Aclun
Acton Jan
Traveiler
Tusineas
Todas
Abe Pr
Lovells
Ando
Scatkenen
Royal Canadian Legion
Heo O
Walker Lodge
ASGAM
Assansia
Kenhanty
Tor Ae Dm
Dan Hendenon
Mr Barr
Lions Head Ontane
Louth
Josephine Raysell
Ontario Water Reseuues Commission
David
Heather
William Johnstone
New Liskeard
Robert Irwin
Lottie
Edward Saville
Mabel
Know Presbyterian Church
Royal Canadian Legen Branch 197
Walker Linige
Acton OPP Praises Public During Holiday Driving
Acton OPP praised the public for careful driving during Christmas and reported no reportable accidents or arrests over the holiday weekend. Corporal Ray Mason and his detachment commend the cooperation and anticipate the same during New Year celebrations.
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Ray Mason
Acton
White Christmas Hits Acton Area With Snow and Ice
A winter storm dumped ice and rain turning to sleet and snow in Acton and surroundings. Snow plows and sand crews worked overnight and Christmas Day while many residents stayed off treacherous roads. A power outage in Nassagaweyn Township lasted most of Christmas Day affecting some homes and meals.
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Acton
Hawa
Department of Highways
Andr.ean
Wverel
Nassagaweyn
Acton Hydro Superin
Doug Mason
Tano Hydro
Guelph
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