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Newspaper

Acton Free Press

Location

Acton, Ontario, Canada

Date

Feb 12, 1948

Page

7

Tanners Fall Short In Tough Loss To Thistles

In a hard fought contest the Tanners suffer a defeat as key players were injured and no official was available. Five players were sidelined by injuries or illness, altering lineups and limiting effective plays as Thistles seized the advantage.

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Acton Juveniler Face Georgetown in Key Round Match

The Acton team hosts Georgetown in a decisive round to determine the group champion after Milton Georgetown fixture. The Triple A squad plans a home appearance at Acton Arena with strong local support and a night of high stakes hockey.

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Ontario Highways warns ignorance no excuse for traffic tickets

The Ontario Department of Highways urges drivers to know and obey all traffic laws. A plea of ignorance won’t spare a driver or vehicle after an accident. Don’t learn them by accident.

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Hockey Schedule Recap 1947-4

In Caeurgetown Weston 1 Malta 11 Oakvolds Army 3 Oakville Legion 6 Orangeville Acton Georgetown Fergus Oakville Army 14 Oakville Lagoon F Weston Milton Orangev Ne Milton Oakville Legion Oakville Army .

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Oakville Army Falls 14-4 in Hockey Clash

Acton led by Gillespie and Marzo, overpower Oakville Army in a high scoring Group 4 game. Referee Evans issued penalties and a late protest altered a goal call amid a chaotic finish. Oakville’s lineup included Kelleher Finan and Kennet with injuries impacting play.

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Acton YWCA column notes clubs from Hamilton to Guelph

The Acton YWCA column reports visits by Hamilton and Guelph badminton clubs. Home losses to Hamilton 7 games to 8, then a home win against Guelph by 8 to 4. Future events include February matches with Pre-War Garrison Club of Guelph and February 24 hosting the OAC Students Team. May Dumarell leads junior girls, with sport backgrounds noted. A skii club formation and plan for a club house are described.

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Museum Exhibits Uranimite Crystals

The Royal Ontario Museum showcases Uranimite crystals discovered by W. F. Lake near Wilterforce Ontario. The article notes Uranimite as a high density mineral linked to helium and the sun’s spectrum, with historical lines about uranium’s discovery and global deposits in Canada and Africa.

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Pelicans Hatch on Prairies and Ancient Links

The article notes pelicans hatching on sandy Saskatchewan shores and islands to deter predators. It traces their ancient lineage alongside dinosaurs and mentions visitors at the Royal Ontario Museum and the Canadian House of Commons as a model for British Hansard.

Saskatchewan Canada Rawk West Royal Ontario Museum House of Commons

Notice to Creditors for the Estate of Edgar Gambli

Notice to creditors and others of the estate of Edgar Gambli late of the Township of Halton County Tanner who died about January 27 requests filing proofs before February 25 to distribute assets according to claims filed. Dated Acton Ontario February 4. Coleatsterland, administrator’s solicitor.

Edgar Gambi Ates Halton Tanner Jannuary Tole Acton Coleatsterland Ontario Selrator

Bank manager promotes local business opportunities

A bank manager urges residents to use bank facilities to expand community commerce. The note highlights support for loans and services to help individuals and small businesses grow, with emphasis on local jobs and economic activity.

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