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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Feb 10, 1949
Page
1
The Tanners suffered two close defeats as the season winds down. Oakville edged Acton 5 4 after a late rally, while Fergus defeated Tanners 8 7 in a see saw contest. Injuries and roster changes cited by fans as factors, with calls for improved effort ahead of playoffs.
Mrs Weadge narrowly avoided serious injury Friday afternoon while crossing Mill Street at the John Street intersection. She fell in front of a Towners Transport truck driven by Roy Nizon of Fergus, suffering a bruised thigh and a cut above the eye. She was treated by Dr WG C Kenney and released, the wheels avoided running over her as the driver acted quickly during street snow clearing.
Local 26 and Local 36 National Khor and Leathers Union held an active meeting Monday night with a fair in attendance. Trustees and stewards were appointed after discussion, the Negotiating Committee report was read, and Leo Close’s resignation as treasurer was accepted with J Roberts named to the post. A delegate was chosen to attend the February Toronto convention.
Donations pour in to finish the Scout house ceiling and hall roof. Contributors include Acton Machine Shops for 2500 dollars and Textile Workers Local 240. Woodcraft, Beardmore Co. Ltd, and several others listed among supporters intending to fund the Moor in place by Saturday.
Acton School Board meeting on February 4 presided by Chairman Jones approved a $25 grant to Halton County Music Festival. Property Committee authorized sump pump purchase for boiler room. Subscription to Ontario Trustees and Ratepayers Association renewed. Accounts paid include labour Dairy and milk costs, repairs, caretaker and utilities. Secretary directed to file report showing $162.10 cost of plant operation for January.
A February 2 meeting in Acton formed the Acton Home and School Association with Mrs Lovel Dr FOG Oakes and others named to a nominating committee. Mrs Grant and Mr Smith will return February 14 to finalize officers as monthly meetings aim to bridge home and school roles and widen membership to interested adults.
Harold Wiles and Mrs Laura Wiles have completed extensive improvements at their store and the Tus Depot in Acton. Work includes a brown tiled floor a new ivory ceiling light green walls renewed basement joists a new heating and air conditioning system and other permanent repairs. The Wileses are longtime Acton residents and continue their confectionery and baking business.
The February meeting of the Acton Women's Institute at Mrs. Fred Hunter's home featured President Mrs. R. L. Davidson presiding. Members discussed a Sunday observance stance, donated ten dollars to the Halton Musical Festival, and planned a euchre and Old Tyme Dance. Volunteers were named for the Child Health Clinic and refreshments served.
The Presbytery of Guelph held the induction of Rev ROW Armstrong MA to Knox Church Acton at Knox Church Guelph. Rev Earl Fomith of St Andrew's Hespeler spoke on The Church of the Open Gates urging openness to God and mission to combat materialism. Rev Stewart of Kitchener conducted the service and Rev W J Walker of Knox Galt addressed the congregation.
A Yukon visitor recounts a winter low of 6 below zero with readings as deep as 67 below in certain spots. He notes diesel tractors fail to start in extreme cold and that travel by plane has become easier and safer despite remote conditions. The guest, connected to Acton, also mentions family ties to former Acton municipal officer Robert McPheron.
A truck owned by Tom Tarrin and a garage on Church Street owned by Mr J Starkman were badly damaged by a fire yesterday afternoon. The Heoth truck and building were burned almost beyond repair. Hoth Acton Bridge was promptly on the scene and the blaze was confined to the one building though about a dozen garages are in the group.
Fergus Midgets defeated Acton in two games with a 3-2 thriller after Acton led 2-0. Brown scored late for Fergus as T. Mutt and Noy Hult led Acton’s scorers. The following night Fergus won 4-1 with Hanna scoring and Twertdle and Mooney adding singles. Roy Hutt earned Acton’s lone goal.
Halton County Council voted to establish a fox bounty at 45 dollars per animal after a lengthy session at Milton Court House. The move followed support from Nawagaweya and Esquesing councils and a warning from Game Warden Dudley Hitchcox about escalating pest problems and livestock losses.
Acton council debated town status and agreed to obtain information on incorporating Acton as a town. They noted population around 2800 and planned to approach the Department of Municipal Affairs. A traffic danger at Mill Street crossing and requests for arena use and extra mail boxes were discussed.
Bannockburn Women's Institute hosts a farm forum at the school on January 31 where John Fox is elected president and Clarence Colesaw secretary. A February 7 meeting with F Morram as chair discusses broadcasting and voting to buy a radio for the forum and school. Exlyn and Marjorie McDonald render duets with their mother as tea is served.
On Tuesday evening Jose Royston and Mike Coxe met with the OWA executive in Toronto after a Georgetown incident saw the Acton centre suspended. The suspension was lifted as penalties were deemed sufficient. The referee supported that the attack was not deliberate. One game postponed at Waterlow may be moved later. The Oxwtle Acton game is set for Wednesday next week, completing the schedule and final positions.
A truck was hit by a westbound freight at the Acton CNR crossing early Saturday. The Direct-Winters transport driven by Wilfred Dickinson of Guelph to Toronto was damaged about 200 dollars. This marked the third crash this year and second in a week on the crossing.
Coming events list includes Euchre and Dance at Lorne School on Wednesday February 16 with 3 shillings admission and ladies provide. Also Kidd Baker Show and a Dance at Rockwood Town Hall on February 15 at 8 30 pm with 25 cents admission.
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