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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 02, 1950
Page
9
Mr and Mrs Alor ette of Acton announce the birth of their son Thomas Andrew at the Nursing Home on January 1060. A little brother for Yvonne. Both mother and baby are reported fine.
Acton Bantams fell to Fergus 3-1 Saturday afternoon at the arenas here. The Midgets secured a 4-3 victory in their game. New Hamburg Juveniles are scheduled to play Acton here on Monday night.
In the Town Volleyball League opening matches the Business Men's Association swept the Tannery Blues 3-0 while Micro Plastics took 2-1 over the Tannery Reds and the Independents beat Vs Men 2-1. The slate notes improved passing and teamwork with playoffs set for top three teams.
The Financial Post reports a coast to coast survey showing a slowdown in pulp, paper and logging employment though moat-area activity remains above wartime averages. British Columbia expects a strong year despite a harsh winter closing many camps and sawmills. Overall figures differ from rosy public mood.
The Financial Post reports a Cleveland company has introduced the Bak Pak a lb soda fountain that can be carried on a harness and dispenses 50 six ounce carbonated drinks while maintaining a 54 degree temperature It also serves coffee and crushed fruit drinks Refilling takes four minutes and six ounce cups can be dispensed in three seconds
Acton Intermediates suffer their fifth straight defeat as Walkerton and Baylis force a high‑scoring win. Zak shined for Walkerton with goals and assists, while Lufhland and Zuk led the visitors’ attack. Leno Marzo and Johnny Gay sparked Acton’s late comeback, but Walkerton pulled away in the final period to seal the game.
Article discusses Canada Physical Education Association stance on physical education for all ages. It outlines aims including health, growth, and development through gym classes, intramural and extra-mural activities, medical input, and leadership. Emphasizes learning calisthenics, games, dances and the mental health benefits of achievement and companionship.
On Tuesday January 31 the Literary Society held its second meeting of the year. A simulated CHUM radio program featured Grade 12 with Dick Wood directing announcer Fred Euringer. The Little Theatre of the Air starred Anthony Buckland as Judge Lena Hreida as the pole officer Don Davidson as crook in Without Benefit of License. Sasparilla Steers entertained with Over the Rainbow. Joyce Greer and Yvonne Hrunelle performed as dam servants. JoAnn Veldhuls played the Rev Armatron. A guitar duet by Joan Davidden and Rob Bruce sparked briefly when their guitar refused to start. A minstrel show by the boys featured the King Cole trio Louis Armstrong and Billy Edelstein. Whispering Hope flowed softly, followed by two southern folk songs. Applause sounded as station closed. Future events include a baseball game with Milton and an orchestra practice.
In a broad reformist statement, Max Bladeck, long a Communist and chair of the Workers' Council, declares he has changed. He now supports Moral Re Armament as the synthesis to replace materialism and bridge East West clashes, urging others to join in transforming human nature and society.
The January Know Ladies Aid gathering at Mrs A Robinsons Lake Ave home, led by president FF McCutcheon, featured thank you notes, committee appointments, and plans for a Valentine tea and baking sale. Guests enjoyed readings, musical numbers, and tributes, with social time over tea. Canada’s refined sugar price and export figures from 1940s compared to 1900s noted.
The Knox Young Women's Evening Auxiliary of W.M.S. met at Mra 8 Kindale on Willow Street for a New Year themed session. President Mr F Anderton delivered a New Year's message, with members delivering readings and prayers, and new visitors and members welcomed.
Varied classifieds list vehicles, livestock, hay, furniture, household items, and wares for sale or wanted. Entries include a 125 Mire Avenue seller, hay and alfalfa, single farm help, Chickens and fowl, glassware and lamps, and a Dorset horned ewe missing since November, with contact details across Acton and surrounding areas.
The column notes Church Street sewer installation will force closure by Friday. It recalls JB Mackenzie arranging a back-property right of way to Wa tow Street, exiting near Geo Mann’s house, and invites readers to collect coal and use range coke for heating while hinting at a skating event at Acton Arena.
The 1949 Nova Scotia apple output reached 167000 barrels, far under the 1500000 barrel yearly average. Allan Tees are sold via the Nova Scotia Apple Marketing Board, created by growers as the main marketing body. About 500900 barrels are contracted to United Kingdom markets and domestic supply focuses on in demand varieties. To favor popular dessert types, some 600000 apple trees of unwanted varieties are being removed from orchards.
All persons claiming a share of the estate of Albert Edward Cease man of Nawangawega Township Halton County and formerly of Esquesing, York, are urged to prove their claims with the solicitor by February 11, 19%, or the estate will be distributed per filed claims. Notice from Mary Elizabeth Crossmar, solicitor, Acton, Ontario.
A large sale led by Frank Petch Auctioneer includes registered Holsteins bred for months from January to July and farm machinery. The auction, arranged by Tyrers Georgetown, lists cattle from Douchens Margaret to Empress Heecho and includes dairy equipment, hay, feed, and miscellaneous gear. No reserve, cash terms.
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